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Alchemy Performs at Opening of Dian Fossey Exhibit

Olaf — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:26:12 +0000

: Cover of Gorillas in the Mist

An exhibit is unveiled at Brenau University today at 4:00pm. Dian Fossey, author of “Gorillas in the Mist,” was murdered in 1985 in her hut in Rwanda for her local controversial life’s work with the gorillas. To commemorate the public display of her life in the jungle, Alchemy Drumming & Dance will open it up with African drumming. For some of the items on display, it will be the first time the public has witnessed them. For the library in which Alchemy will perform, it will be the loudest it has ever been. Whatever your interest, you’re sure to want to be at the Brenau library before 4:00 for the event!

Dian Fossey exhibit

What: A re-creation of the gorilla researcher’s hut in Rwanda

When: Opening 4 p.m. today featuring an African drum exhibition; exhibit runs through Oct. 20; regular hours are 2-5 p.m. Sunday through Friday or by appointment. More info: 770-534-6213

Sustainability conference

What: Focusing on global and local sustainability issues; keynote address, “Gorillas in the Crossroads: How Science, Economics and Society Interface to Save a Species,” by Dr. Tara Stoinski of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund

When: 2:30-7 p.m. Friday

Where: Brenau’s east campus (Communiversity building), 1001 Chestnut St., Gainesville

Science symposium

What: A public presentation of Fossey Fund scientists

When: 7 p.m. Oct. 13

Where: Pearce Auditorium at Brenau University, 500 Washington St. SE, Gainesville

More information available through the article at the Gainesville Times: Brenau exhibit unveils life of Fossey, who researched gorillas

Alchemy and Chestatee Middle School in “Moving Voices”

Fox — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 03:27:06 +0000

Alchemy Dancer, Fox Gradin is currently collaborating on a project with Chestatee Middle School called “Moving Voices.” Working with teens, fox develops choreography consisting of various world dance forms and the students create verse for the performance.

Camp Cocoon

Olaf — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 04:42:22 +0000

We’ve attended Camp Cocoon for several years now, and we’ve just finished up this year’s facilitation of a very large drum circle. Each year, we try to bring new activities and new ways for the camp’s youth to explore rhythm in a community setting. We had an all-time highest helpers crew this year! Not only did the camp really go above the call of duty and help us with our equipment, but Alchemy had 8 representatives to work with the campers.

Camp Cocoon is a bereavement camp for Hospice survivors, ages 5-17. The camp does a great deal of therapeutic work in many inventive ways for the children. We’re honored, as always, do be a part of their services.

The video below is from 2007, I believe. The Alchemy Drumming & Dance circle form an intro for their video presentation of the camp’s message and services.