Nan's Place Maitland

10/21/2022

Nan's Place community! I really need your help! As many of you know, Hurricane Ian devastated parts of Orlando and adversely affected many people. 200 families face eviction at Cypress Landing Apartments alone due to severe flooding. I visited last week and it's in terrible condition. Sadly, the apartment of Yolanda Rios was ruined, including her disabled daughter's electric scooter. This story was picked up by Commissioner Uribe and then the Sentinel. Orlando Tenant Power and I took action to help one family at a time. Since the hurricane, her daughter has been without any mobility device, relying on being carried which caused her to fall and break her shoulder. In her appointment with her specialist, they recommended a new scooter (pictured here), which costs $1,430. And yet, Fema has reluctantly provided any support AND she is not eligible for a replacement through social security because they only authorize it every 5 five years. 100% of the proceeds raised will be to pay for a new scooter and any excess will be to help with short-term bills.

Please know, We are in regular contact with Yolanda and her daughter and are committed to raising these funds in earnest.Thank you for support.

Please done via link in bio or here at https://gofund.me/920769d7. You can also Venmo me and I will make sure the funds end up at the end of the fundraiser.

06/19/2022

Today, we think of the dads confined in the Prison Industrial Complex and mass incarceration slave system. A system that is cruel and unusual, yet very much American.

Juneteenth reminds us that the thirteenth amendment ended slavery with one exception clause - allowing for slavery and involuntary servitude to continue for a “crime.” The result is an American carceral system that is unlike any other in the world, locking up more people per capita than any other, implementing laws and conditions that are discriminatory as they are severe; producing an (over)funded, racist, militarized, police state of today.

To the prisoners who are dads and the children with dads that are locked up, we recognize how hard today must be. To the poor and black and brown and Indigenous and minority communities across America that fall victim to the it’s slave system, we will fight for a more equitable future.

12/13/2021

Hi Friends. Looking for your help this holiday season. Unhoused Orlando resident James McNaughton was diagnosed with eye and lung cancer last month. Last week he started his chemo treatment. James is one of the good guys, some one I have known for over 3 years no (hard worker, generous, genuine and kind) yet sadly has fell victim of our broken system. Can you imagine going through chemo but not having anyone to support you or even a roof over your head or bed to rest your head? So, we're looking to raise $2,000 before Christmas to get him shelter while he goes through his treatment over the next 12 weeks as well as pay for his chemo medicine. James is looking forward to getting back on his feet and return to work (handyman) in earnest. Thank you.

10/02/2021

With a heavy heart, today was the last day of Nan’s Place (1.0). I’d like to sincerely thank the community for transforming and evolving the space over the past 2.5 years, where we raised over $65,000 dollars for various charities and $45,000 for local artists… while raising awareness and taking action to fight against serious issues caused by neoliberalism capitalism. Many of you (the list is too long to mention) have taken many leaps of faith over the years to contribute to the success of our work - across activism, food, animal rights, art, music, education etc etc…. Etc. Please know, I’m eternally grateful to each and everyone of you. While I made a few bad decisions near the end (gulp!) I was ready for the next chapter (Nan’s Place 2.0 perhaps?) and moving on from this space felt like the right decision. Now, some new and important work will begin but now I continue the fight against injustices that are plaguing our country. More to come on this. Again, thank you all for the love, kindness, commitment and support in making this experiment joyful. Not much else to say but big love. I’ll be back in touch soon.

06/24/2021

Yo yo - last tickets available for Saturday - we are all animals art install and hangout. All welcome. Tickets just $15 via link in bio.

Special thanks to .plantcuisine .orlando

06/21/2021

Meet your seven artists showcasing work at our ‘We are all Animals’ install and concert happening this Saturday, June 26th 6:30pm-10pm. RSVP for just $15 via link in bio. Art, music, kind food and drink. 100 percent of proceeds go to artists or to fight for animal rights. .julies .plantcuisine .orlando

06/17/2021

Two options to come see this mural by . June 19th - Facets of Freedom and June 26th We are all animals. Links to both events are in bio. Check it out.

06/11/2021

Spent the day with these powerful women to do a walk through of art install and music event to recognize Juneteenth. This will be a very unique and important event this this team has worked tirelessly to create this experience. Thank you Please RSVP via link in bio. June 19th 630pm-10pm. Oh we have great soul vegan foods and cocktails and more by . F**k yeah!

06/07/2021

Question of the week: What if we all stopped stealing from nature? Enjoy this.

In his poem "I no longer steal from Nature", blind Arab poet Al-Ma'arri wrote what most likely is one of the first mentions of a vegan world view. His sharp mind and uncompromising words transport the idea of an unwaivering all-embracing compassion in a manner that feels mesmerizingly current.

As-Ma'arri was born in Ma'arra, south of Aleppo, in today's Syria. His full name was Abu 'L'Ala Ahmad ibn 'Abdallah al-Ma'arri and he achieved fame as one of the greatest Arab poets. Stricken with smallpox as a young child, Al-Ma'arri became blind but, as he grew older, was able to travel to Aleppo, Antioch and other Syrian cities to study the manuscripts preserved there. Before returning to his hometown again, Al'Ma'arri spent 18 months in Baghdad which, at the time, was the epicenter of poetry.

A sceptic or all religions, he was equally sarcastic of Christianity, Islam and Judaism and saw all religions as a human institution invented as a source of power and income for its founders and priesthood.

Instead, Al-Ma'arri believed in the sanctity of life and was invested in the idea that no living creature should be harmed. Most prominently, this shows in a poem he wrote on the use of animals by humans.

06/07/2021

Today is National Animal Rights Day. Here are six considerations to aspire to a vegan and kinder life for you and our fellow animals. Any other recommendations? Would love to hear your thoughts.

Let’s love all our fellow human animals and other animal friends for a better world for us and the next generations.

Love all.

06/06/2021

This on June 26th! We are all animals.

🪴UPCOMING PERFORMANCE🪴

Come and enjoy a fun-filled celebration!
There will be great food, drinks, plenty of entertainment including a DJ , live music and an art gallery display.
#2021