[Cob] [Newsletter] Kleiwerks International Update (fwd)

[Shannon C. Dealy]

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Newest from Kleiwerks International
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Kleiwerks International
82 Buchanan Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, USA
828.279.1955 :: info at kleiwerks.org :: www.kleiwerks.org
501(c)(3) non-profit #233122564Welcome to our Newsletter! This issue
includes:
*Visioning Asheville's Future with Starhawk & Janell Kapoor*(New)
Ashevillage Institute
*Thailand upcoming events
*Previous project archives
*Kleiwerks International
To create the world we want to live in, to change our current system,
we need a collective vision, and the courage, faith and community to
work for it
Visioning Asheville's Future with Starhawk & Janell Kapoor
of Kleiwerks International in Asheville, NC
Join 300+ visionaries/actionaries for a slideshow presentation, guided
visioning, interactive discussion, raffle/auction, and catered snacks.

Date: Monday September 25th, 2006
Time: 6pm-10pm
Location: Jubilee! 46 Wall Street - Downtown Asheville , NC, USA
Host: Kleiwerks International
Donation: Sliding scale $15-$1,500; no one turned away for lack of
funds ; no pre-registration requiredKleiwerks International is hosting
an exciting one-night fundraiser with author, activist, and one of the
most respected voices in modern earth-based spirituality, Starhawk! At
this critical juncture in Asheville's growth, our community is
fortunate to have this rare opportunity for hundreds of us to gather,
envisioning and activating our city's future.

  Starhawk and Janell Kapoor (Founding Director of Kleiwerks) will:
* Guide & channel our collective visions toward a society that serves
life & honors diversity
* Present images & stories of sustainable solutions from around the
world
* Share action-oriented tools to implement change
* Facilitate a collective ritual to ground our work
* Together, we will explore magical, spiritual & political tools to
break through the veils, to honor our passion, to hold our ground, to
gather support & to make our visions real. Book signing, networking,
raffle/auction, and catered snacks will also be part of the evening.
Funds raised support Kleiwerks International, an Asheville
headquartered non-profit dedicated to empowering communities through
natural building and whole-systems solutions. Projects include the
Ashevillage Building Convergence '08; Ashevillage Insitiute- an urban
permaculture demonstration & education center; and ongoing
international projects that create on-the-ground examples of
sustainability, peace and justice.We need your help to make this event
a success! Proceeds support Kleiwerks International, a non-profit
dedicated to empowering communities through natural building and
whole-systems solutions. Kleiwerks has worked with people from over 30
countries, building sustainable epicenters that serve local needs.
With upcoming projects including the Ashevillage Building Convergence
'08; the Ashevillage Institute- an urban permaculture education
center; as well as ongoing international projects, Kleiwerks needs
your support. Your 100% tax-deductible donation (can be an auction
item/service -or- a monetray donation) supports significant local and
worldwide efforts. We thank you in advance for your support.
Co-sponsors:
Kleiwerks International, Arts 2 People, Red Moon Herbs

For more information:
Call Janell Kapoor at 828.279.1955
Email janell at kleiwerks.org
Visit www.kleiwerks.org/visionasheville06

(New) Ashevillage Institute
Founded in 2006, the Ashevillage Institute is Kleiwerks
International's newest project. It is a living laboratory and urban
education center dedicated to sustainable solutions through action.
Based in a naturally-renovated house, and sharing its' backyard with
neighbors, the Ashevillage Institute will provide a community meeting
place; showcase for permaculture and natural building; neighborhood
healing sanctuary; and educational programs. The Ashevillage Institute
will be the headquarters of Kleiwerks International and the
Ashevillage Building Convergence '08. It is located a few blocks from
downtown Asheville, NC in the United States. Ashevillage Institute's
open house will be in June of 2007. A Kleiwerks core event
NORTH AMERICA
Natural Finishes Work Party - September & October, 2006
Depending on how many days you spend with us, you will learn various
stages of the following: making & applying beautiful, totally
eco-friendly, customized organic plasters & paints; curving 90-degree
wall angles; sculpting built-in wall niches; making & applying casein
washes; creating textured finishes. For more information click here.
Conventional paints, sealants, finishes, waxes, polishes, solvents &
adhesives all contain volatile organic compounds that threaten human
health, create indoor air pollution & add toxins to rivers, streams &
soils. We are building boxes of poison & it's our choice to do so, or
not...
Upcoming Events in Thailand

In 2002, Kleiwerks taught it's first trainings in Thailand. At that
time, we forged long-lasting connections with alumni and
co-instructors who have since established Pun Pun - an organic farm,
seed-saving project & sustainable living learning center. Since it's
founding in 2004, Pun Pun continues pioneering sustainability in
Thailand and throughout Southeast Asia. It is Kleiwerks' honor to
support and affiliate with the fantastic efforts of the Pun Pun
community.

An affiliate event
THAILAND
Pun Pun Internship
An in-depth experience in hands-on earthen building, organic
gardening, seed saving & community living.
December 9th 2006 - March 9th, 2007
Pun Pun Organic Farm, Seed Center & Sustainable Living Learning Center

Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand
Pun Pun's 3-month internship program is for individuals interested in
gaining in-depth, hands-on experience in organic gardening, including
seed-saving; earthen building; and community living. This is an
opportunity to learn through doing. Interns will experience the
techniques we use at Pun Pun through actively applying them on our
farm projects. This is also a chance to live with like-minded Thai and
international folks, as well as meet various visitors to our
community. For more information click here.
An affiliate event series
THAILAND
Pun Pun "Build with Us" Workshops
Learn to construct a simple, beautiful, affordable and easy-to-build
earthen home. November 25th - December 1st, 2006
"Jit Chiang Chan" (Mind Close to the Moon) Art Studio
Pun Pun Organic Farm, Seed Center & Sustainable Living Learning Center

Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand
...and...
March 15th - 21st, 2007
"Suan Tom Ruam Jai" (Unity of Dhamma Garden) emerging intentional
sustainable community Yasothorn, Northeastern Thailand
We invite you to join with the Pun Pun Team of builders/facilitators,
learning natural building techniques in a hands-on workshop
experience. This year Pun Pun will host two, 7-day workshops where you
will experience building an earthen home from starting designs to
finishing touches. Experience Thai village/farming life while learning
the skills you need to be able to build your own efficient,
affordable, beautiful home the easy way! For more information click
here.
An affiliate event
THAILAND
Southeast Asian Sustainability Leadership Training (SLT)
Training for Trainers
May 1st -31st, 2007
Pun Pun Organic Farm, Seed Center & Sustainable Living Learning Center
Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand
This year will be the 2nd annual SLT hosted at Pun Pun. We invite
leaders and representatives of community, farmers, and activist
groups, along with other organizations in Southeast Asia to join us.
We will focus on tools of sustainability and training techniques. Our
intention is to enable community leaders to bring the knowledge back
to their communities/groups. The goal is to stem local initiatives in
turn creating a larger, more effective sustainabilitymovement. Last
year's participants included representatives from "Flower Aceh," a
women's organization from Aceh, Indonesia (an area most severly hit by
Tsunami); "Youth for Peace" in Cambodia; and the "Karen Youth
Organization" from the Thai/Burmese border. All SLT participants are
now working with their respective groups on projects that stemmed from
the SLT. Our 2007 training hopes to include new representatives from
last year's groups, as well as new organizations. Pun Pun is presently
seeking donations to cover the cost of the one-month training. The
participants are from grassroots organizations in less developed
countries. They do not have the ability to cover their own costs. Any
amount given is greatly appreciated and will go a long way, especially
because so many people are connected to each of our attendees'
networks. Your contribution not only helps individuals, but goes
toward supporting sustainable alternatives in SE Asia as a whole. For
more information click here.

Updated Archives

6-Week Natural Building Training 2006
March 6- April 17, 2006
San Luis, Central Argentina
Yanantin Permaculture & Natural Building Education Center

This was a super sweet hands-on Natural Building Training with a
wonderful community in the beautiful hills of Argentina! Together, we
built an earth and straw office with thick walls, sculpted niches,
courtyard Rumford fire place, natural finishes and living roof. Our
group included participants from South and North America. We were
visited regularly by many local villagers who are excited and inspired
by our work.

Natural Building events in Thailand
Click here to visit our Thailand Archives.


Building solutions naturally
Natural Building offers long-lasting solutions to many of today's
ecological and social ills. Referring to a number of durable
time-tested construction methods, Natural Building uses local clays,
sand, straw, stone, bamboo and other abundant and recycled materials.
Because Natural Building is easy to learn, it empowers people to
reclaim their dignity and basic human right to healthy, affordable,
beautiful and ecologically-sound shelter. Coupled with permaculture,
whole-systems design and renewable energy, Natural Building has the
propensity to provide accessible long-term solutions that will last
for generations...

Kleiwerks International
Founded in 1998, Kleiwerks International is a non-profit organization
dedicated to empowering communities through Natural Building and
whole-systems solutions. Kleiwerks International is part of a
worldwide movement that is reviving and refining the art and joy of
earthen and other indigenous building techniques. Through hands-on
educational trainings and building projects with orphanages, schools,
villages, permaculture sites and educational centers, Kleiwerks
International generates regional networks of Natural Builders while
creating public epicenters of sustainable living and community.
Kleiwerks International and affiliates have provided more than 200
training programs, internships, presentations and sponsorship of
related events to people from over 30 countries. It is our mission to
promote sustainable living, social transformation and planetary
healing through community-based people, projects and programs. For
more information visit www.kleiwerks.org

We wish to thank our supporters and program participants whose help
has been so significant. Special appreciation goes to Anne Smith, Dawn
Ladd, Vijay & Florence Kapoor, and numerous others. We couldn't do it
without you!

Since 1998, Kleiwerks has reached thousands of people around the
world. We are currently seeking support to continue our work of
sharing affordable, sustainable indigenous building practices and
whole-systems solutions. For information on how you can make a
contribution please click here. Send tax-deducatible donations to
"Kleiwerks International" at 82 Buchanan Ave; Asheville, NC; USA.
Thank you!



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