WHAT'S PERCULATING IN THE UMI-VERSE

Dearest sisters and brothers,

With two of our co-op members off gallivanting, researching and spreading the Umi gospel in Mexico and beyond, the rest of the Umi clan are still here working our darnest to keep your friendly neighbourhood cafe in top-notch form. Why not come down with some friends and enjoy a delicious caffeinated drink with some sweet music or socially-conscious events to kick those winter blues away?

If you would like to plan an event, play a gig, bring in your art or are just interested in how you can get involved like these cool folks below, please send us an email at: info@umicafe.org or come by the cafe and speak with one of us

Onto the shows:
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4th 2008
The Snakecharmers
$5/8pm start time

The SnakeCharmers are a fusion of Indian classical (sitar) melodies and African beats and chants. With roots stemming from Burundi and Northern Uttranchal, this group forms a unique and ever-changing blend of cultural music that is sure to entise the senses. Accompanied by Brooke the beautiful bellydancer, the SnakeCharmers will electrify any crowd and charm the soul of any music lover.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6th 2008
Sonic Defense
suggested donation/8pm start time

Two sets - one acoustic, one electric.
Bring a donation for the food bank!

The sonic defense is an ongoing project consisting of songs written by Rob Boudreau. The songs are performed by Rob with a evolving cast of friends and studio aces. Following a long recuperation back in Ottawa, he decided to reform the band. So far, the lads have finished the bed tracks for four brand new songs. For the new tracks, Rob was lucky enough to recruit Mike Brittain, drummer of the world famous The Coggs and a master brew master to boot. (from their myspace)

Also check these out:
December 2nd - Musk Ox/Nathaniel will be serenading you with his wistful animal sounds
December 3rd - CREATE Community Building Event (7-10pm)
and December 5th - Umi Open Mic Night is still going strong...

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Keep checking back this week for more event updates!

Love as always,
the Umi clan