Iyengar Yoga Teacher, tony eason cycles 585 miles for AIDS Charity

Sunday Streets - San Francisco

2008-08-09T16:29:00.000-07:00

Curious about the benefits of Yoga?

Thanks to San Francisco Mayor, Gavin Newsom on 31 August 2008 & 14 September 2008, the city of San Francisco will open up a stretch of roadway bringing physical activity space to our neighborhoods, creating a route for thousands of local families, kids and adults to walk, jog, bike, skate, dance, practice yoga, enjoy tai chi, hola hoop, jump rope, engage in water sports, as well as participate in senior activities. Safe, fun activities that will attract people from throughout San Francisco and the entire Bay Area.

Check out: Sunday Streets Course Map

Bay Area and San Francisco residents of all ages, families, local businesses, visitors and community organizations are all invited and encouraged to join the fun. Come one come all. And it's 100% free.

As part of this pilot program - Free Yoga Classes will be offered at the Ferry Park (between Washington & Clay streets, off of Drumm - right next to the Embarcadero #4). Bring a yoga mat, a beach towel and/or your favorite shoes - I think you'll like it!

Yoga Class Schedule - 31 August 2008

9:15 - 10:30am. - Yoga Teacher - Stuart Dick

I'm a Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian with a Master's degree in Public Health, who has had chronic illnesses since childhood. My yoga training has been 'old school' working in the Sivinanda and mostly the Integral Yoga schools. Right now, I'm teaching at the Jewish Community High school and at the JCC in addition to subbing at Integral Yoga Center of SF and have taught weekly at Rhoda Goldman, senior yoga classes.

10:30 - 11:15am. - Yoga Teacher - Annie Appleby

"Annie Appleby graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Sociology and went on to intern for ABC News in Washington, DC. Later, while working at Paramount Pictures in Hollywood, California, she continued her education at UCLA and began taking lunch time yoga classes on the lot. After founding YogaForce, Appleby presented seminars on marketing and product placement to the MBA programs at USC and UCLA and to the fashion department at Stephens College www.stephens.edu).

Appleby has been teaching yoga privately since 1997 and currently teaches in the San Francisco Bay Area at Oracle, EQUINOX and the YMCA. She also travels to teach and consult. The YogaForce F2 Collection launched at the POOL Trade Show in August, 2006 and is available at select Nordstrom locations and other fine stores.

Appleby is a skin cancer survivor and advocate and is featured in the 2008 MELONOMA SURVIVOR CALENDAR ."

10:30 - 11:15am. - Yoga for Kids - Rebecca Durlin Smith

In 2005 Rebecca began sharing the gift of yoga with her 7-year-old sister, Danielle, and became overwhelmed with the desire to share the ancient practice with more children. Receiving her credential to teach children yoga in 2006 through the It's Yoga Kids Certification Course has made that vision a reality. Rebecca brings her love of life and passion to make the world a better place into her classes.

11:00 - 12:15pm. - Yoga Teacher - Annie Leguennec

I discovered yoga 5 years ago at my local gym, felt in love with it, and never looked back. I have been practicing yoga since.

I am a Yoga Teacher rooted in the Ashtanga tradition. I focused on alignment, the breath, better posture, and the therapeutic effects of yoga. I teach prenatal yoga, and yoga for seniors in the community. I teach my regular yoga classes at the YMCA in San Francisco, Also, I have taught yoga classes in several martial arts schools in the city of San Francisco. Let your practice shine.

Yoga Class Schedule - 14 September 2008

9:15 - 10:30am. - Yoga Teacher - Tony Eason

Born in San Francisco, Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Tony Eason has been a student of Yoga for fifteen years.

As an endurance cyclist, Tony came to yoga for the benefits of stretching.

For five years he studied under Yoga Teacher Mary Friedland. Tony continued to develop his personal practice and teaching skills with the guidance of Yoga Teachers: Kathy Alef, Ben Thomas, Tommijean Thomas PhD, Jaki Nett, and Nora Burnett. He apprenticed under Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Janet MacLeod.

He is a graduate of the Two-year Advanced Teacher Training Program of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco.

His classes are based on the traditions of B.K.S. Iyengar.

Through Hatha yoga classes, he teaches students to pay attention to the alignment of their bodies, to become aware of the breath, and to control the mind.

Presently, Tony teaches yoga classes, seminars, and substitute teaches at: James Howell Studio, Club One, Gold's Gym , Sports Basement and the San Francisco Tennis Club .

Cyclist, beginners, seasoned yoga students, and everyone else, are encouraged to attend his yoga classes.

10:30 - 11:15am. - Yoga Teacher - Annie Appleby

Appleby is a skin cancer survivor and advocate and is featured in the 2008 MELONOMA SURVIVOR CALENDAR ."

10:30 - 11:15am. - Yoga for Kids - Rebecca Durlin Smith

11:00 - 12:15pm. - Yoga Teacher - Anna Yaya Kelleher

Anna has studied and taught yoga in the Iyengar tradition for over fifteen years. The practice of yoga and being in the yoga community naturally led to an interest, and then formal studies, in Ayurveda. Both of these sciences have sustained and enriched her through her worklife, pregnancy and birthing, motherhood, and other life changes and challenges. She views yoga and Ayurveda as structures we build within ourselves that we can always come home to whatever the circumstances. Yoga and Ayurveda offer us deep spiritual foundations so that we become present to ourselves and the world as we are, enabling us to experience and share joy. One of her favorite yogic sayings is “many paths, one truth” because it communicates that essence of allowing. Anna views sharing these sciences with students, as a teacher, and clients, as a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, as an honor and a pleasure.

Anna studied yoga at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco with teachers who include Judith Lasater, Ramanand Patel, Janet Macleod, and Jaki Nett. She has studied with Manouso Manos, and the Iyengars both in the US and in India. She has studied Ayurveda with Dr. Jay Apte at the Kerala Academy. She is currently enrolled in massage school at the World School of San Francisco. She works and lives in San Francisco.

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Yoga Classes - Sports Basement

2008-07-30T18:44:00.000-07:00

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

Over the last 7 months, Sports Basement has offer free yoga classes each & every Sunday from 1:00 - 2:30pm. And thanks to the high turn out of yoga students, speed walkers, mothers, coach potatoes, high school students, Fat Tire Beer Specialist, snowboarders and then some, . . .Sports basement has offered it's location for 6 more months - June - Dec 2008.

So get your shoes. Jump on your bike. Catch the Muni #33, #22, #9 or even the #19 - I think you'll like it.

Sports Basement --San Francisco

1:00 - 2:30pm.
1590 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA
(415) 575-3000

Yoga Teachers of various styles ( Iyengar Yoga , Ashtanga Yoga , Vinyasa , Raja Yoga , Kundalini , Anasara Yoga , Yin Yoga , Power Yoga , Anna Forrest Yoga , etc.) have joined together and presented their unique connection with the yogic path.

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

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Sports Basement - Yoga Classes - August 2008

03 August 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Francesca Regala

10 August 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Liz Filippone

Liz Filippone, RYT has been practicing yoga for 9 years and received her 500 hour teacher training at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco. Her teachings and practice are greatly influenced by the Iyengar, Kripalu, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga styles. Also, she is a movement artist and performs in San Francisco.

17 August 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Tara Rosen

Tara Yoga is a combination of different yoga styles that have inspired her in her own practice. Her Journey started out attending the teacher's training course through the Vishnu Sivinanda Organization. Tara then branched out to the vinyasin and Iyengar styles with teacher Tridham. And after attending classes in the anusara, astanga and kundalini styles of yoga, Tara posses the power to get you in tune with your breath & physical alignment. Also, she will bring you in harmony with your movement and therefore you will lengthen, strenghten, and go deeper into your poses.

24 August 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Anita Lalwani

Anita Lalwani teaches an Ashtanga Vinyasa inspired flowing form of yoga with an emphasis on breathwork and core strengthening that will electrify you from your fingers to your toes. She has been practicing yoga since 1985, and teaching since 2005. Anita is also a professional dancer with FatChanceBellyDance and a personal fitness trainer at the San Francisco Bay Club.

31 August 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Tony Eason

"A Graduate of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco, Tony Eason has been a student of Yoga for fifteen years. As an Aidslifecycle cyclist, Tony came to yoga for the benefits of stretching.

Through Iyengar yoga classes, he teaches students to pay attention to the alignment of their bodies, to become aware of the breath, and to control the mind. Presently, Tony teaches Iyengar yoga classes, yoga seminars, and substitute teaches at James Howell Studio, Club One, and the San Francisco Tennis Club. Cyclist, beginners, and everyone else, are encouraged to attend his classes."

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Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Janet MacLeod

2008-07-16T13:29:00.000-07:00

Relaxation in Asana Through the Use of Props w/ Janet MacLeod

"There are times when even the keenest practitioner of yoga may not have the energy to do a classical practice. This could be due to illness, exhaustion, or excess stress.

In this class, Janet will take students through a number of sequences using props in order to get the maximum physiological and mental benefits of the poses with the most minimal physical effort." -Iyengar Yoga Institute

Friday, July 25 - Saturday, July 27

1:00 - 4:30pm | Studio I
Pre-registration: $165 Mem | $205 Non
At the Door: $190 Mem | $230 Non

Janet is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor for over 20 years. In addition to teaching public classes in San Francisco, Janet is an instructor in the Teacher Training Program here at IYISF and conducts retreats and workshops worldwide. She continues to study in the U.S. as well as in India with the Iyengar family. Janet has been an active community member holding positions on both the local and national boards. She was Convention Chair of the BKS Iyengar Association of the U.S. during the Iyengar Yoga Odessey in 2001. She has relinquished these duties and is now happy to dedicate her life to the practice, study and teaching of yoga.

"Janet ...a kiss to you (smile). I apprenticed under Janet MacLeod. Like all of these teachers, Janet studies under the sensitive eye of B.K.S. Iyengar. She has the ability to get you into a pose without you even noticing ....She is vast in her knowledge yet gives the right knowledge at the right time. And, there's a sense of humor that will make you smile.." - tony eason

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
Iyengar Yoga Teacher, tony eason

Please contact Alexis with any questions and to register: alexis@iyisf.org

Karma Yoga

2008-07-12T18:11:00.000-07:00

Although I am a teacher of Hatha Yoga, I find great strength in the path of action and selfless service. Serving without attachment to the fruits (or results) of the action - Karma Yoga. And therefore, I constantly keep my eyes pealed for opportunities to assist others ..... as Martin Luther King has stated, "you too can be a servant."

Recently, while walking down 24th Street, I stopped at the neighborhood bar - "Pops." And, as I drank my Fat Tire Beer, I noticed something different about the bartender. Emily seemed to have a swollen mouth. And Emily's lips seem to be a bit on a tilt. So, I continued to watch. .....

About half way through my beer, Emily spoke. And although she could hardly articulate her words, she told me the following:

"A couple nights ago, while 'walking my bike home' - I was the victim of a hit & run. As I crossed 24th Street @ Bryant Street, I was hit by a car (that was going 30 mph.) . The side view mirror struck my face, 13 of my teeth flew into Bryant Street and the driver just kept going. And although a local cab driver witnessed the incident, only part of the driver's license plate number was noticed. So I collected my teeth, put them in my purse and was taken to the hospital. "

Although Emily still has the ability to work - she will likely never make enough to pay the approximate $70,000.00 upcoming dentist bills. Emily, a fellow cyclist, could use the support of the San Francisco community.

So!

If you ever walked or ridden a bike and been hit by a car ...
If you've ever drank a beer at Pop's /or/ are an alcoholic. . . . .
If you've ever been in the wrong place at the wrong time. .. . .
If money is burning a hole in your pocket /or/you might have something to raffle off at the fundraiser ...
If you're a Karma Yogi / Yogini at heart ...

Here's a fine opportunity to do community service.

A Benefit Show for Emily:

Date: 19 July 2008
The Parkside
1600 17th Street (at Wisconsin Street)
San Francisco, CA.
9:00pm.

For more information missionrat@hotmail.com

And if you can't make it to the benefit - perhaps, drop by Pops and show Emily (the bartender) some love.

Pops Bar
2800 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94110-4214
Phone: (415) 401-7677

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
Iyengar Yoga Teacher, tony

Free Yoga Classes - Sports Basement July 2008

2008-07-02T19:59:00.000-07:00

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

So get your shoes. Jump on your bike. Catch the Muni #33, #22, #9 or even the #19 - but, I think you'll like it.

Sports Basement --San Francisco

1:00 - 2:30pm.
1590 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA
(415) 575-3000

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

Sports Basement - Yoga Classes - July 2008

06 July 2008 - Yoga Teacher -Stuart Dick

13 July 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Liz Filippone

20 July 2008 - Yoga Teacher - Jessica Weiss

Jessica Weiss currently teaches an Anusara inspired Vinyasa flow yoga class at the YMCA in East Palo Alto. Her yoga classes are physically vigorous and emphasize the practice of Yoga both on & off the mat.

Each yoga class is an exploration of where we are at the particular moment - both physically & mentally. And she encourages sthudents to feel deeply in each yoga pose in order to understand their own unique alignment and potential. And although yoga is a serious medicine for general well-being, she suggest that it we don't limit our ability to laugh and let go.

"Make yoga a dance of life - know when to stop, when to go, and when to let go.

She encourages students to:

Be their own creators.
To determine their own stories.
To dance their own dance.
And to find happiness in their life & happiness in the live's of others.

27 July 2008 - Raja Yoga Teacher - Janardhan Chodagam

Raja Yoga meditation is an open-eyed technique that can be used by anyone, anywhere. Whether you want to learn how to relax, need to be more concentrated and creative or are searching for personal enlightenment, this course can satisfy each of those needs.

Meditation enables you to create new attitudes and responses to life, giving you a clear spiritual understanding of yourself. Like any skill, meditation requires practice to achieve positive and satisfying results. By doing a little every day, it soon becomes a natural and easy habit, which generously rewards you for the little effort it involves.

We will look at:

* Re-discover enjoying and using the positive qualities already latent within you
* Understand your mind and what makes you tick
* Draw peace, strength and tranquillity from a higher source
* Practical guidance in the technique of meditation

Each session will include:
* Know-how
* Philosophy behind meditation and the skill of meditation
* Guided meditation commentaries led by the meditation teacher
* Most importantly a chance to explore what does and doesn't work for you

Sports Basement - Yoga Teacher's Links:

Aidslifecycle 2008

2008-06-01T04:32:00.000-07:00

With less than 72 hours before my departure on a journey of a lifetime - Aidslifecycle 2008. I have set myself up for success.

My weeky yoga classes have been canceled (in my absence).
I've went through the proper protocol to secure time off from Sports Basement.
In preparation for the Aidslifecycle Event, I've completed 6 months of bike rides.
I've provided my #1 Fan with the logistics to meet me at the finish line.
I've resent the invitation to Oprah Winfrey.
I've reviewed my Aidslifecycle Packing list.
And in five more minutes, I will have reserved a return flight from Los Angeles.

Yet the "little man in my head" begins to speak . .. And if I listen to him, I could become afraid - afraid of something that's coming and/or afraid of something that could happen. Yet instead, I will simply maintain a state of pratyahara and remain in the present moment.

On 01 June 2008, AT 6:30AM., along with 3,000 of my cycling buddies, I will proudly take part in my 10 consectutive / 11th bike trek from San Francisco to Los Angeles. And as I ride those 545 miles, I will concentrate on the "kumbaka" of the breath and give thanks to all who have supported my efforts.

Many thanks to Fat Tire Beer, the San Francisco Police Officer's Association, KFOG, Bella Cucina Catering, Soulcraft Bikes, American Cyclery, Mike's Bikes, Sports Basement, MY #1 Fan, and all the individuals who made this possible. Without you, I wouldn't have the opportunity to support the San Francisco AIDS Foundation.

See ya in a week - with lots of pictures and stories to tell (smile).
Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
tony
http://ynottony.com

Opening Ceremonies

Sunday, June 1, 2008

Cow Palace
2600 Geneva Ave
Daly City, CA 94014

For complete information regarding Opening Ceremonies, please see the Let's Ride document [5,089K, 20-page PDF]. Please read it as it will give you lots of tips and tricks to make Orientation Day, Opening Ceremonies and Closing Ceremonies go smoothly.

Cyclists & Roadies must arrive at Opening Ceremonies by 5:00AM. Friends and family should arrive by 5:30AM to observe opening ceremonies and Ride Out. Spectator viewing for RIDE OUT will be available within the Cow Palace grounds as well as on Geneva Avenue.

Here's Tony's Top 6 things you can do in support of the Aidslifecycle Event . ..

6. Order a pizza and have them deliver it to Pitstop 2 (cause I always stop at the Second Pit stop).
5. Call the Associate Director of AIDS Life Cycle - San Francisco -Susan Parish, and tell her she rocks: 415- 581-7038 (doesn't matter if the AIDS LifeCycle Event 2008 has pasted).
4. Send an email greeting to a random cyclist.
3. Open the window and yell out "go rider" (doesn't matter if the AIDS LifeCycle 2008 event has pasted).
2. Get Your "cow bell," start the car, find out our route, and come see the action . ..
1. An Invitation to Oprah Winfrey & Harpo Productions

AIDSLIFECYCLE ROUTE:

AIDS Rides:

Free Yoga Classes - Sports Basement June 2008

2008-05-23T05:48:00.000-07:00

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

So get your shoes. Jump on your bike. Catch the Muni #33, #22, #9 or even the #19 - but, I think you'll like it.

Sports Basement --San Francisco

1:00 - 2:30pm.
1590 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA
(415) 575-3000

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

Sports Basement - Yoga Classes - June 2008

01 June 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Melissa MacDonald

The first yoga class I went to gave me immediate relief from my lower back pain and I knew without doubt I had stumbled upon a precious gift: I was committed. After ten years of practice, including participation in a two-year Iyengar teacher training program, I now teach yoga. My precise and thoughtful instruction of the yoga poses guides students into a deeper awareness of themselves enabling them to tap into yoga's gifts of health and transformation.

08 June 2008 - Kundalini Yoga Teacher - Shivie Cook

The first time Shivie practiced Kundalini Yoga she knew this was her primary practice. At the time she was a stressed out, overweight, constantly sick corporate lawyer. Kundalini Yoga gave her a chance to literally breathe and find something deeper within her Being. Three months after ther first practice she left her six figure job and started her Teacher Training. 100 hour work weeks were replaced with a practice of mindfulness, asana and meditation. That was over six years ago.

Today, Shivie is still practicing and enjoying bringing the practice to others, especially those stressed out in the jobs / relationships / life in general! She brings understanding, compassion and most importantly humor to her class - always reminding her students that it is ok to laugh whilst doing yoga. She aims to entice students to take their practice off the mat and into their walking life.

Join Shivie for and invigorating yet relaxing class. Prananyama, asana, meditation and savasana will leave you feeling full of possiblity and ready to face your Infinity. Bought to the West by Yogi Bhajan in 1969, Kundalini is a dynamic practice that is accessible to all, regardless of experience. You will feel the difference after your first session. Strengthen your immune system, cardiovascular capacity, intuition, nervous system and increase flexiblity with Kundalini Yoga.

15 June 2008 - Hatha Flow Yoga Teacher- Paul Tucci

In 1996, I attended my first class at World's Gym - San Diego. The Yoga teacher asked "why are you taking this class?:" I answered, "to learn something new about my body". Through experiencing the Iyengar style of Yoga with Tony Eason, I noticed that my sacrum & lumbar spine started to loosen. I discovered the power of the deep breath, and the mindfulness of the practice.

Les Leventhal inspired me with his insightful and challenging classes. Darren Main & Christopher Love 's Hawaii yoga retreat was a celebration of the deepening of my yoga practice and my life.

And after a misguided venture into Real Estate, Joy Ravelli suggested that I become a yoga instructor. That suggestion sent me to many work-shops and eventually to Seattle where i took my teacher training with Anna Forrest.

And, after 11 years, that innocent answer is still the root of what yoga still is for me . Yoga is an exploration of the muscles, the bones, the tendons, the breath, and a break from the churning mind.

Love & peace, Paul.

22 June 2008 - Astanga / Vinyasa Teacher - Anita Lalwani

29 June 2008 - Raja Yoga Teacher - Janardhan Chodagam

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Life Ball - Vienna, Austria

2008-05-16T20:04:00.000-07:00

While playing email tag with Maxamillion Vaentin Eder, it was brought to my attention that we are 24 hours away from Vienna, Austria's Annual AIDS Fundraiser. And although I am planning a tour to teach yoga classes while visiting Vienna & Berlin, I won't arrive to Austria in time.

Yet, if you're looking for something exciting, something new & fresh, something "out of the box" - get a ticket for an airplane & go experience the "Life Ball." Tell Maxamillion, "YNOT."

Life Ball 2008

"Landing on Planet Life Ball" am 17. Mai 2008. Nach dem Motto "Love is infinite. Life is universal." hebt der 16. Life Ball ab zu den Weiten des Weltalls! Alles zum Life Ball 2008 hier...

Agent Provocateur treibt es beim Life Ball 2008 auf die Spitze
Wie auch immer das Wetter am 17. Mai sein wird, die Eröffnung des 16. Life Ball verspricht "heiß" zu werden: Das britische Kult-Label "Agent Provocateur" garantiert eine sinnliche Mischung mehr...

Life Ball im TV
Die Live-Sendungen rund um den Life Ball. mehr...

www.berufsschwuchtel.org
Ausgelöst durch einen Artikel in einer rechtsnationalen Zeitung startete der Life Ball eine große Anti-Diskriminierungskampagne. mehr...

Style Bible 2008
Der Life Ball präsentiert auch dieses Jahr seine phantasievollen Vorschläge für den ultimativen Life Ball Look in der Style Bible: mehr...

FLAIR LIFE BALL ABO 2008
Das neue Modemagazin FLAIR ist Life Ball Partner 2008 und spendet die Gesamterlöse aus dem Verkauf der Mai-Ausgabe sowie eines speziellen Life Ball-Abos. mehr...

Aids Life
Insgesamt konnte Aids Life in den letzten 15 Jahren mit knapp 10 Mio. Euro HIV und Aids Projekte unterstützen. Hier der Jahresbericht 2007 zum download. mehr...

Hier gehts zu den AGBs des Ticketverkauf! mehr...

Life Ball

- English Translation provided by Google translate

Life Ball 2008
"Landing on Planet Life Ball on 17 May 2008. Under the motto "Love is infinite. Life is universal." highlights of the 16th Life ball from the far reaches of the universe! All the Life Ball 2008 here ...

Agent Provocateur is pushing it at Life Ball 2008 at the top
Whatever the weather, 17 May will be the opening of the 16th Life Ball promises "hot": The British cult label "agent provocateur" guarantees a sensual mix more ...

Life Ball on TV
The live broadcasts around the Life Ball more ...

www.berufsschwuchtel.org
Triggered by an article in a newspaper rechtsnationalen started the Life Ball a large anti-discrimination campaign. more ...

Style Bible 2008
The Life Ball this year also presents his imaginative proposals for the ultimate ball Life Style Look in the Bible: more ...

FLAIR LIFE BALL ABO 2008
The new fashion magazine is FLAIR Life Ball Partnership in 2008 and donates the total proceeds from the sale of the May edition and a special Life Ball subscriptions. more ...

AIDS Life
Overall, AIDS Life in the last 15 years, with almost 10 million HIV and AIDS projects. Here the annual report 2007 for download. more ...

And remember . .
It not about what you've been through . . ..
It doesn't matter what your age, creed, sexual orientation, economic status, or location is ..
It only matters what "you do."

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
tony

Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Fundraiser 2008

2008-05-15T11:03:00.000-07:00

Over the years we had Crimewave,& Renegade Revolution, DJ Fresh Freddy, your last night's booty call, your mother, your yoga teacher, your ex-wife, and Sister Uma Gawd in the house. Well this year (besides the usual array of freaks), we had a special treat. After viewing the evite invitation, Sports Basement employee, Televis noticed that ribs, hot links, and burgers were on the menu. So he phoned me up and said, "Do you need someone to cook - cause I can bring my mother?"

Coming from a Texan background, I had no doubt that "Tank" knew how to work the grill. Walking in with her apron & homemade BBQ sauce, she single handedly threw down some BBQ Ribs, potato salad, hot links, and vegan burgers. And as she looked around, "Tank" noticed that there were "no collard greens" - so she pulled out her cellphone, phoned up a friend, sent them to Food Co. and within 30 minutes - the greens were in the pot.

And thanks to the yearly Aidslifecycle sponsorship of New Belgium's Ed Dopman, we had two kegs of Fat Tire Beer to compliment the fine Texan fixens. So if you've attended last year's Fat Tire Beer Charity Fundraising Beer Bust , or plan to attend next year's party. Please send a thanks out New Belgium's - Ed Dopman, & the Fat Tire Beer Team for their continued support towards charity bike rides & charity benefits, and for their product sponsorships by clicking on their logo.

Approximately 150 people showed for the sipping of Fat Tire Beer, "Tanks" Texan fixens, and the sounds of DJ Fresh Freddy & DJ Chris. Over 20 of the Sports Basement crew were present. Yet, no Oprah Winfrey. So who were "the freaks?" Check out the best of show - and then, you tell me (smile). And, as soon as I get the time - all the pics will be uploaded to flickr.

The Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Fundraiser brought in $800.00 bringing me much closer to reaching my $2,500.00 fundraising minimum to participate in Aidslifecycle 2008.

Sometimes we want to help others, but we are so overwhelmed by all that needs to be done in this world that we don't know where to start. We hope that tomorrow or next week, when everything calms down, we will be able to become the actively compassionate human beings we know we can be. We put off goodness like we put off going on a diet. See what you can do today!

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
tony

Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Links:

Fat Tire Beer Bust Fundraising Party - 2005

Fat Tire Beer Bust Charity Fundraising Party - 2006

Fat Tire Beer Bust Charity Fundraising Party - 2007

Tour De Fat - San Francisco - 2007

Aidslifecycle - Blog

An Invitation to Oprah Winfrey & Harpo Productions

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 miles - Aidslifecycle 2007

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 miles - Aidslifecycle 2006

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 mile s - Aidslifecycle 2005

KFOG Kaboom

2008-05-14T09:34:00.000-07:00

What does a yoga teacher do when not teaching yoga?

Although, I have participated in & completed 10 bicycle rides from San Francisco to Los Angeles, as the departure date of the Aidslifecycle Event becomes closer, the little man /voice (in my head) begins to speak:

"Will you achieve your $2,500.00 fund raising minimum to participate in Aidslifecycle - 2008?"

"Who's gonna substitute teach your yoga classes & water the tomato plants while you're gone?"

"Can you survive the financial loss of taking time off from Sports Basement?"

"Have you booked your plane ticket home from Los Angeles?"

"Do you really think that Oprah Winfrey will be home in Montecito, California when 3,000 cyclist ride & 400 crew members travel past her $50,000,000.00 estate?"

"Can you do manage all of this?"

"Do you have a packing list?"

Yet remembering - "if you control the breath - you control the mind." I have begun to dwell heavily in the "exhalation of the breath." & I continue to walk my chosen path.

KFOG Kaboom - 10 May 2008

8:30am. -
As sunlight warmed up my bedroom, I sipped on my Peet's Coffee & contemplated my tasks of the day. And after my morning shower, I jumped on my bike and raced to the James Howell Studio. And upon arrival to the yoga studio, I was greeted by my Saturday morning yoga students. Shortly afterwards, we began our weekly yoga class.

2:00pm. -
As I biked towards Pier 32, excitement ran through my body. Why? Because after seven years of being a V.I.P bartender for KFOG, I knew what was about to happen - the 15th Annual KFOG KaBoom!

KFOG's VIP Clients were presented with "free cocktails at the bar:
1. Smirnoff's - "Cosmopolitans" - "Mojito's", & "Pomergranite Martinis"
2. Hornito's - "Palomas" - "Perfect Magarita" & "Pomerita"

And to top it off - with her secret Caesar Salad recipe, traditional Italian Pastas, Biscotti, Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Fruit & Cheese Platters, my personal friend /private chef - Lisa Ruggeri Hines of Bella Cucina Catering (the preferred caterer of KFOG's events) went beyond the call of duty - pleasing the palates of each and every client of KFOG.

As the clients & fans of KFOG roamed the pier & licking their chops - the sounds of Los Lobos blared through the air. Check out the line up:

KFOG Main Stage Performances

4:30-5:05pm Matt Nathanson
5:40-6:30pm Collective Soul
7:20-8:50pm Los Lobos

KFOG Children's Stage

4:30-5:00pm Boswick the Clown
5:15-5:45pm D.W. Wilson's Magic Show
6:00-6:30pm The Daffy Dave Show
6:45-7:15pm Jeremy the Juggler
7:30-8:00pm P&T Puppet Theatre

And while standing up (after changing a keg) - "there he was.. . Producer of the KFOG Morning Show, Veteran Aidslifecycle Cyclist, Greg McQuaid.

Although Greg cannot join us in Aidslifecycle 2008, he has graciously pointed his sponsors in my direction. And thanks to Greg & the San Francisco Police Officer's Association, I will become closer to reaching my $2,500.00 fund raising minimum & the San Francisco AIDS Foundation will receive needed funding . My hat is off to KFOG!

KFOG KaBoom Fireworks

At 9:00pm. there was a spectacular array fired over the Bay set to a KFOG World Class Rock soundtrack on 104.5 and 97.7! (As soon as I get the video loaded on youtube - it will be here).

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
tony