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Ida.
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Ida is the proprietor of Idamins Cafe, a vibrant, soul-lifting place. Idamins is a riff on vitamins — the vital nutrients our bodies require. The concept came to her while she was teaching a nutrition class at City College in 2005. In her cafe, she supplies many of the vital nutrients our spirits require. The walls are lined with books and found objects, there is always music playing. There are open mic nights for poetry and comedy, and once a month, a showcase for talents weird and wonderful. There are paints and brushes available at all times. There are maker workshops and rotating shows of local artwork. Mondays are movie nights, Wednesdays are for talking to strangers, Thursdays are pay it forward days. Fridays are drag nights and Saturdays are for salsa dancing. Dogs are welcome at all times. Recently, Ida transformed the back room into a space dedicated to community organizing. There is a bank of old bus station lockers by the front door — all electronic devices must be stowed while at Idamins.
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(Inspired by Lynda Barry and her (totally freaking amazing) Writing the Unthinkable workshop at the Omega Institute.)