events and gatherings

Once a month "HOPE-HOWSE presents Concerts in the Yard and the Spoken Word" takes place at the Penitentiary of New Mexico. This banner was created by John Cavanaugh and printed by Paper Tiger supporting our work in the Santa Fe community. Thank you to all who are part of this new series. Here is the schedule of musicians. ALL are donating their time to this great project. One of the musicians said, "I think I'm getting paid far too much for this gig!!" If you want to come play in the prison with us please contact HOPE-HOWSE.

  • June 27: Zuva Marimba Band
  • July 25: Tony Buford and Steppen' Out (R&B)
  • August 14: SWANGRIA - Michael Kott & friends
  • September 19: Kenny Skywolf (blues) (This is our annual celebration of HOPE-HOWSE Day which this year is Sept. 21 as declared by the Governor. We always have shared the day with the guys in Level 2.)
  • October 16: Tone & Company (with Tony Buford)
  • November 13: Smokin' Bachi Taiko
  • December 18: Roberto Cappochi (Spanish guitar)
  • January 15: The Lost Circus
  • February 19:
  • March 19:
  • April 16: Wise Fool Circus (circus performance)
  • May 14
  • June 18
  • July 16
  • August 13
  • September 17


ON-GOING SERVICE

In New Mexico

First Sunday

On the 1st Sunday of each month we create dinner parties at the local homeless shelter bringing together as many elements from the community as possible including musicians, florists, donations from local stores. We cook together creating ethnic dinners and transform the energy of the shelter.

Second Saturday

On the 2nd Saturday of each month, we sponsor the Black Awareness Group (BAG), a self-help group in the penitentiary.

Third Wednesday

On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we gather with new and old volunteers for a potluck and meeting.

Fourth Thursday

On the 4th Thursday of each month, we sponsor the Gray Eagles, a Native American self-help group of prisoners in the penitentiary.

In Atlanta

(Contact Debbie Ellison debbie@hope-howse.org)

Creative Writing Programs

We use writing as a tool for healing and have a number of on-going, diverse programs and workshops.

There are currently two writing programs in two women’s prisons in Georgia.

For additional information or to schedule a talk in your home or community please contact jane@hope-howse.org or (505) 983-6677.

HOW HOPE-HOWSE AND THE
CREATIVE WRITING GROUP
HAS IMPACTED MY LIFE

Metro State Prison; ATLANTA, GA
- "MARK MY WORDS"

Vicki Steele:
"It opened a whole new area in my mind and my life I didn't know existed. It has allowed me to be able to express myself in words."

Mozel Anderson:
"The writing group has been a new challenge for me. I'm looking forward to attending the group."

Melissa Slack:
"Encouraging...let's me know that I can still turn my life around and make a difference in this world, whether through words...art...expression. It has also taught me that, through others' stories, out of any tragedy or difficult circumstance, at the end of that road is a beautiful beginning."

Jana Mull:
"This group has done a lot for me. I've tried to surround myself with positive things and positive people. This group has provided another outlet for me to do that."

Debbie Ellison, Facilitator:
"Being part of Mark My Words has changed my life for the better. The women in the group are my greatest teachers. They teach me about hope, strength, and being positive in a very negative place. Through our writing, we continue to bring light to the darkness that surrounds them."

HOPE-HOWSE DAY

Each year since 2003, New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson (D-NM) has issued a proclamation honoring the work of HOPE-HOWSE International, a Santa Fe based non-profit peace and human dignity organization.

Past Events

HOPE-HOWSE International
and
DRAGONFLY SANCTUARY
PRESENT
A PEACE CONCERT
& POT LUCK
with
MIRIAM OHEVET-EL, Representing
ALL NATIONS CAFÉ
in Jerusalem
Miriam is a world-renowned singer and songwriter and activist for peace – first in our hearts. She is on the Board of ALL NATIONS CAFÉ bringing Jews, Muslims and Christians together in song, dance, chanting and breaking bread.
BRING YOUR DRUMS, FLUTES, GUITARS OR OTHER INSTRUMENTS!!!
WHEN: Saturday,
July 21,
from 6 – 11 PM
WHERE: Dragonfly Sanctuary; Madrid, NM
FEE: $10 minimum donation (tax deductible) and pot luck






















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