PEACE & JUSTICE EVENTS Seattle area starting May 15, 2012 Events new or changed since April 23 version are marked with (**), since March 15 version with (*) A calendar compiled by Jean Buskin; Additions or corrections e-mail bb369@scn.org, to receive this calendar by e-mail send a request to bb369@scn.org, specify text or RTF formatted or both, or notification of web posting only; THIS CALENDAR & FUTURE VERSIONS can be found on Seattle Community Network (telnet scn.org or dial 206-386-4199); & World Wide Web http://www.scn.org/activism/calendar or (text version) http://www.scn.org/activism/PJ-cal.txt, and also at http://www.pjcal.org, Other web sites with events in the Puget Sound area: SEATTLE http://www.seattleactivism.org/ , TACOMA http://www.ufppc.org and http://www.tacomapjh.org, OLYMPIA http://www.tcpronet.org and http://www.OlyFOR.org, PUGET SOUND, Women in Black Vigils in Gig Harbor, Bellevue, Edmonds, Seattle, http://seattlewomeninblack.pbwiki.com, BELLINGHAM http://www.whatcompjc.org/calendar.html, EUGENE Oregon http://www.planeteugene.com/peace-events, MONTANA http://www.montanapeaceseekers.org, SAN FRANCISCO Bay Area http://upj-bayarea.org/ Lots of NEIGHBORHOOD PEACE GROUPS, many formed at Garfield HS event Dec 8, 2002, holding vigils, leafleting, educational meetings, and more, see below Event planners: is your event ACCESSIBLE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES? Please look at the information compiled by Marla S. Nonken discussing making your event accessible and publicizing that fact. Marla discusses ASL interpreters and setup arrangements for speechreading by people who are deaf and hard of hearing; setup considerations for people who use wheelchairs and other people with limited mobility; considerations for people sensitive to tobacco smoke and fragrances; and more; please see http://www.scn.org/activism/calendar/disabilities.html Changes in events may occur, CONFIRMATION OF EVENTS IS ADVISED, ESPECIALLY FOR RECURRING EVENTS; calendar may be passed on freely **THROUGH JUNE 30, Enroll now for GUARANTEED TUITION FOR QUALIFYING COLLEGE-BOUND 8TH GRADE STUDENTS. The State of Washington will guarantee tuition to a Washington public college or university to any student on the federal free and reduced lunch program if that student maintains a 2.0 grade point average and does not commit a felony during high school. It?s true. But students have to enroll in the scholarship program by the 8th grade. It's called the College Bound Scholarship Program, and the City's goal is for 100 percent of eligible 8th graders in Seattle to be enrolled in the College Bound Scholarship program by June 30, the deadline. Students may apply for the College Bound Scholarship at http://hecb.wa.gov/collegebound **TUES MAY 15, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7:30-9 a.m., at Woodland Park Aurora pedestrian overpasses, meet on the northernmost pedestrian overpass in Woodland Park 2 blocks south of N 59th St., Seattle, Access from Green Lake Way (turn by tennis courts) to the Upper Woodland parking lot; PHINNEY NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE, Cover the one to three pedestrian overpasses in Woodland Park with Peace Signs and Banners, banner against the war. We supply the banner. Come by and wave to passersby and chat with neighbors. info louandjoant@msn.com [confirmed 8/10/10] **TUES MAY 15, and subsequent Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Federal Building, 2nd & Marion, Seattle; Peace Vigil. Come join us every Tuesday. Stand with Joe Colgan and members of "MILITARY FAMILIES AND FRIENDS SPEAK OUT" as we weekly protest the funding of our unjust wars and demand the return of all our troops. (Joe is the father of Lt. Ben Colgan, KIA in Baghdad, Iraq, November 1, 2003.) info joepatcolgan@comcast.net or 206-824-5368 [confirmed 10/11/10] **TUES MAY 15, 2 pm, at Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; Seattle CITY COUNCIL Committee on ECONOMIC RESILIENCY AND REGIONAL RELATIONS meeting. Translation services provided on request. Council Meeting Listen Line: 206-684-8566, info 206-684-8888 or TDD: 206-233-0025 **TUES MAY 15, 2:30-4 pm, Outside the Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way S, Seattle; Alaska Executives and SHAREHOLDERS CELEBRATE RECORD PROFITS - Community Members CELEBRATE AIRPORT WORKERS. There will be cake! Bring your kids! info Puget Sound Sage - "Growing communities where all families thrive." 206-568-5000 or http://pugetsoundsage.org or outreach@pugetsoundsage.org *TUES MAY 15, and most 3rd Tuesdays, please confirm at website, 3-5 p.m., at Planned Parenthood, 2001 E. Madison St., Seattle; SAFE SCHOOLS COALITION meeting, a public- private partnership of organizations (government agencies, schools, community agencies, churches, youth/student groups, gay/lesbian groups, human rights groups) and 400+ individuals working to help schools become safe places where every family can belong, where every educator can teach, and where every child can learn, regardless of GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. Everyone is welcome - students, school employees, parents/guardians, community agencies, and individual community members. All Ages Welcome. You don't need to be a member to attend a Coalition meeting. It's not a "board" meeting. We network, plan joint projects, problem-solve, share cool freebies, and often have a speaker or video. Please park on the streets, don't park in the Planned Parenthood or church parking lot. attend in person or by phone; Please don't have your cell phone out on the first floor at Planned Parenthood due to HPAA (medical privacy) regs. details about how to call in or attend, and info Beth 206-296-4970 or beth.reis@kingcounty.gov or http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/meet_who_when_where.htm l or 206-451-SAFE (7233) or Matthew 425-226-5062 **TUES MAY 15, 6 pm, at the Center for Spiritual Living, 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle; Charlene Strong, Co- Editor of the Seattle Lesbian on "GAY RIGHTS AS HUMAN RIGHTS" *TUES MAY 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm, at the Seattle University Admission & Alumni building, 824 12th Ave. (SE corner of 12th & E. Marion), Seattle; Seattle Police Department/LGBTQ Advisory Council Meeting. The Seattle POLICE DEPARTMENT'S SEXUAL MINORITIES/LGBTQ ADVISORY COUNCIL is a Council established by the Police Department to increase relationships and communications between the community and the Department. info 206-684- 8760 or Daniel Dueball Daniel.Dueball@seattle.gov or http://www.seattlelgbt.org [updated 10/14/10] **TUES MAY 15, and subsequent Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., in Federal Way; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **TUES MAY 15, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., in Greenwood neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] *TUES MAY 15, 7 pm, at Kane Hall, Room 210, University of Washington-Seattle; Lecture By Ellis J. Goldberg The Revolution Came Early: REFLECTIONS ON AN ARAB YEAR OF LIVING DANGEROUSLY. Ellis Goldberg is a Professor of Political Science, University of Washington, specializing in Middle East politics. He is a 2012-13 John S. Guggenheim Fellow. His current research focuses on the ARAB SPRING, in particular Egypts emerging democratic institutions. He is also the author of the blog Nisralnasr: Occasional Thoughts on Middle Eastern and US Politics. The lecture will be followed by a public reception in the Walker Ames Room, Kane Hall. Co-sponsored by the Middle East Center; the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies; and the Henry M. Jackson Foundation. Free and open to the public. info mecuw@uw.edu **TUES MAY 15, 7-9:30 pm, at Muslim Association of Puget Sound, 17550 NE 67th Court, Redmond; "Many Cultures, One Community," a monthly program of the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) that seeks to build strong connections and opportunities for COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY AND THE LARGER COMMUNITY in the Puget Sound area. This program highlights aspects of the Islamic culture that would be of interest to people from different cultures and backgrounds. Join us for a film, casual conversation, and a delicious dinner in a warm and welcoming environment. We are neighbors. Let's get to know each other! Movie showing: The highly reviewed movie "Arranged" (running time: approximately 90 minutes). Join us at MAPS for "Arranged", delicious dinner $5, casual conversations, and a night of culture exchange. Register now at http://www.tinyurl.com/MCOC512, info maps.mcoc@gmail.com *TUES MAY 15, 7-8:30 pm, at Sunset Hill Community Association, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle; GREEN HOME INCENTIVES Overview. Learn about big rebates and savings on raingardens, weatherization and solar installations *TUES MAY 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm, at Mosaic Coffeehouse 4401 2nd Ave NE, Wallingford, Seattle; meeting of the Seattle Burma Roundtable working to promote HUMAN RIGHTS IN BURMA; info 206-784-6873 or burma@u.washington.edu or http://students.washington.edu/burma/ [confirmed 4/17/11] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, noon - 1 p.m., NW corner of Sylvester Park, corner of Legion & Capitol Way, Olympia; PEACE VIGIL, come for all or part of the hour to sustain Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation persistent (every week since March 5, 1980) witness for peace and nonviolence; bring signs or use ours; info Glen 360-491-9093 [confirmed 8/24/10] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 1-2 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 29/77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Pirate TV CHALLENGES THE MEDIA BLOCKADE by bringing you access to people and information unavailable on the Corporate Sponsor-ship. This show TBA. info Ed Mays http://www.edmaysproductions.net or 206-782-7605 or get on schedule list-serve via PirateTVSeattle@gmail.com [updated 9/25/11] **WEDS MAY 16, 2 pm, at Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; Seattle CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY, CIVIL RIGHTS, AND TECHNOLOGY Committee meeting. Translation services provided on request. Council Meeting Listen Line: 206-684- 8566, info 206-684-8888 or TDD: 206-233-0025 **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 4 to 5 pm, on KKNW AM 1150; Walk the Talk with Kim show features speakers from NON-PROFIT AND COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS talking about their mission and vision as well as calling out needs from the community. The Walk the Talk with Kim Show focuses on mission driven organizations and their supporters in an effort to strengthen our community through knowledge, leadership, collaboration and a call to walk the talk. Each episode invites listeners to become connected with non-profit, community based and for-profit mission driven organizations that pour sweat and tears into the growth and support of our community. We celebrate the volunteers, supporters and collaborators that are the foundation and soul of these organizations. info 425-888- 9790 or http://www.walkthetalkwithkim.com [added 1/24/11] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. on KBCS-FM, 91.3, online at http://www.kbcs.fm ; Live call-in talk show "VOICES OF DIVERSITY" will focus on topics related to CULTURAL DIVERSITY, SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC ISSUES. The show is produced by Community Volunteers. Show is sponsored by the City of Bellevue Parks and Community Services department and KBCS; We'll also be taking calls from our listeners at 425-564-2424. This show: tba. Share your story at 425-564-2424. info 425-452-7922 or http://www.kbcs.fm Show archive online at http://kbcs.fm/site/PageServer?pagename=voicesofdiversity [confirmed 11/20/10] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m., in front of the U.S. Federal Courthouse, 1917 Pacific Ave., near 21st, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL organized by People for Peace, Justice, and Healing, a continuous presence in Tacoma since 9/11. [confirmed 10/11/10] **WEDS MAY 16, 5:15-8 p.m., at the UW Tower, 4333 Brooklyn Ave., Seattle; The UW Medicine WOMEN'S HEALTH FORUM is designed to encourage women to be proactive in their health and healthcare. UW Medicine obstetrics and gynecology faculty will discuss cancer prevention, detection and treatment, HPV (a virus associated with cervical cancer), genetic testing for cancer risk, fertility preservation for cancer patients, robotic-assisted surgery and other timely subjects. Speakers include Barbara Goff, director of the Division of Gynecological Oncology; Heidi Gray, associate director of the Division of Gynecological Oncology; Kathleen Lin, reproductive health and fertility specialist; Elizabeth Swisher, director of the Breast and Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program; and Renata Urban, director of Gynecologic Oncology Education. Register by calling 206- 598-1490 **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 pm, on the corner of Chelan and Orondo, right in front of Memorial Park, Wenatchee; weekly PEACE VIGIL since August 2005 at a fitting place. All are welcome. Vigilers include local at-large members of Vets for Peace who are always there with the VFP banner, and other veterans are invited to join! info jlschlaman@charter.net [updated 10/13/10] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., in front of Ken's Market, SW corner of 73rd & Greenwood Ave N, Seattle; PHINNEY NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE information table, Please contact Andy to coordinate: 206- 789-5081, info louandjoant@msn.com [confirmed 8/10/10] *WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent 3rd Wednesdays, 6-8 or 9 p.m., at Cascade People's Center, 309 Pontius Ave. N., Seattle; meeting of CASCADE NEIGHBORHOOD Council, SOUTH LAKE UNION neighborhood, info cncsecretary@hotmail.com [updated 10/14/10] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., at 1402 3rd Ave Suite 201, Seattle; EQUAL RIGHTS Washington Volunteer Night. Join us at the ERW Office every Wednesday and become engaged in the fight for full equality regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. We have snacks! We will be training, canvassing, phonebanking, doing data-entry, and having a blast for two hours every week. info info@equalrightswashington.org [added 8/24/11] **WEDS MAY 16, 6 pm, at Conference Room, Intiman Playhouse Theater at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St., Seattle, near Metro Bus Nos. 1, 2, 13 and 30; Transpartisan Alliance Monthly Salon on Energy and Resources "EARTH'S NATURAL RESOURCES: Power Down, Power Up, Power Over or Power With?" Panelists: Derik Andreoli- Energy Transitions Northwest (ETNW); David Wright-BCRA Design/ Co-Founder-Sustainable Ballard; Rick Forschler- SeaTac City Council ; Joe Tomlinson-Physicist/Independent Researcher. We are continuing our lively discussion about earth's need for sustainable development, this time with an emphasis on the right use of resources. We will begin with a potluck, All are welcome **WEDS MAY 16, 6:30 pm, at Conference room adjacent to CAGJ Office, 606 Maynard Ave. S. #102 Seattle; FOOD JUSTICE Project & AGRA Watch Workshop:"GMOs Got You Confused? Empower Yourself!" Community Alliance for Global Justice is offering a free, participatory workshop for activists who want to practice effective arguments against industry propaganda for GMOs (GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS). Phil Bereano, a long-time activist and expert in the field of biotechnology policy, will lead us in looking at the pro-GMO narrative and deconstructing it. Then we will pair off and do some fun role-playing putting tough questions to each other (haven't you always wanted to make believe that you are a Monsanto official?). All are welcome! This is also an opportunity for folks involved in different aspects of CAGJ to get together to develop awesome tools to combat Big Biotech and have fun at the same time! Light food and drink provided. Please RSVP to agrawatch@seattleglobaljustice.org **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 6:45-8:45 p.m., in Central Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **WEDS MAY 16, 7 pm, at Antioch University, Room 100, 2326 6th Ave, Seattle; In 2008, after realizing the gaping hole between his convictions about CLIMATE CHANGE AND HIS OWN CARBON FOOTPRINT, Kurt Hoelting embarked on a year-long experiment to rediscover the heart of his own home: He traded his car and jet travel for a kayak, a bicycle, and his own two feet, exploring a radius of 60 miles around his home near Puget Sound. This circle proved more than enough, reminding him that what we really need is close at hand, and that the possibility for awakening lies all around us. Hoelting will share images and stories from his year-long adventure, then host a conversation about the art of coming home and the quest for a passionate caring in a time of deep ecological change. Hoelting received his M.Div. from Harvard Divinity School. He has worked in Alaska as a sea kayaking guide and commercial fisherman for several decades. He chronicles the story of his adventures in The Circumference of Home: One Man's Yearlong Quest for a Radically Local Life. *WEDS MAY 16, 7 pm, at The SIFF Film Center, 305 Harrison St, Seattle Center; Next 50 free Film Series presents FRESH. info http://www.siff.net **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., on Capitol Hill, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., in Bellevue, and also in Lake City neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206-267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **WEDS MAY 16, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Bill Bradley: America is Better Than This. If you're tired of all this soul-sapping despair, frustration, and cynicism, you are not alone and Bill Bradley has a wake-up call for us all. The former senator, author of We Can All Do Better, provokes thought and inspires change with insight on how we can break this cycle and PARTAKE IN A MORE PARTICIPATORY FORM OF DEMOCRACY, reminding us that our common vision of America always has been more powerful than what divides us. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **WEDS MAY 16, and subsequent Wednesdays, 8 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Talking Stick, a LOCALLY PRODUCED INDEPENDENT PROGRAM by Mike McCormick with coverage of progressive events and viewpoints; with program TBA. info talkingsticktv@yahoo.com or http://www.talkingsticktv.org or http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org [updated 9/25/11] *MAY 17 - JUNE 10, The 38th Annual SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. info http://www.siff.net MAY 17, THE INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA **THURS MAY 17, and subsequent Thursdays, noon - 2 p.m., Downtown, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **THURS MAY 17, and subsequent Thursdays, noon - 1 p.m., at 6th and Sprague, Tacoma; (summer location Tacoma Farmer's Market, 9th and Broadway, Tacoma); PEACE VIGIL organized with signs provided by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 9/25/11] **THURS MAY 17, and subsequent Thursdays, 4-5 pm, on KBCS-FM, 91.3, online at http://www.kbcs.fm ; The One World Report team features NORTHWEST LABOR NEWS with Shift Break and Labor Neighbor Radio, local headlines, and commentary. One World Report is a weekly, hour-long news and public affairs show that is volunteer-powered and community-centered. Our goal is to reclaim the airwaves for the benefit of the community and turn the power of the media over to the people. Includes Green Acre Radio, produced by Martha Baskin, a weekly radio spot with an ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS at 5:40 p.m. This show: TBA. info http://www.kbcs.fm [updated 5/7/11] **THURS MAY 17, and subsequent Thursdays, 5-6 p.m., at Westlake Park near 4th and Pine, Seattle; PEACE VIGIL to protest U.S. POLICY IN AFGHANISTAN, PALESTINE/ISRAEL, AND IRAQ with silent / visible presence, leaflets, and info table, by Women in Black, Women wear black; men welcome to stand at the sidelines or to leaflet; a peace group in the tradition of the women who vigil weekly in Israel / Palestine; Seattle Women in Black have been standing every Thursday for over 7 years, and have passed out an estimated 46,800 leaflets opposing war, violence, hatred and prejudice. info 206-282-6107 or seattlewomeninblack@speakeasy.net or http://seattlewomeninblack.pbwiki.com [confirmed 1/4/10] *THURS MAY 17, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, but please confirm at website, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the 3rd floor conference room, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), OPARB is charged with providing citizen (volunteer) oversight of OPA, which is what police internal investigations used to be. OPARB reviews closed cases only, and ensures that OPA is following their policies. They also may make recommendations for policy changes. They also meet with the public to educate them about how to make effective complaints and resolve issues with police. Open to the public. info http://www.seattle.gov/council/oparb/ [updated 10/10/10] **THURS MAY 17, 6 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Francis Slakey: To the Highest Peaks and Beyond. Georgetown Professor Francis Slakey (To the Last Breath) journeys to the most extreme points on Earth and deep inside the human psyche. Before he decided to climb the HIGHEST MOUNTAIN ON EVERY CONTINENT and surf every ocean, Slakey was, basically, detached. But as his travels veered off course, he was ambushed by guerillas, threatened by a storm in Antarctica, and confronted by a fatal decision on Everest. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org *THURS MAY 17, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays (Sept to June skipping December), 6-8 p.m., location tba, Seattle area; QUEER PARENTS NETWORKING DINNER. Dinner and childcare is on us! A monthly dinner to meet other LGBTQ families and parents, talk about parenting and other issues that are affecting their lives. Open to ALL Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian, Gay, Two-Spirited, Queer and Questioning families, including co-parents, and people who have a significant role in the life of a child. Please RSVP to DeAnn Alcantara Thompson deann@nwnetwork.org or 206-568-7777, TTY 206-517-9670, so we can plan for dinner and childcare. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted by: The Northwest Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse [updated 11/15/10] **THURS MAY 17, Dinner 6:30 pm, program 7:30 pm, at New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S., Seattle, at the bus #7 Hudson St. stop; RADICAL WOMEN PRESENTS FEMINISTS OUT LOUD: Open mic night. Bring your raps, rants, spoken word, music, and performances in celebration of women's courage and tenacity in the fight for liberation! Ever been harassed on the street and wanted to talk back? Are you fighting mad about racism on the rise? Is your poetry "too political" to get published? Do your dances and songs find inspiration in the lives of grassroots women? Come share -- everyone will get their 5 minutes of fame! All genders welcome. Admission free. Dinner is served at 6:30pm for an $8.50 donation. info, rides or childcare 206-722-6057 or RWSeattle@mindspring.com or http://www.RadicalWomen.org *THURS MAY 17, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, in City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 601 Fifth Ave between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, check website to confirm date, time and place; Seattle COMMISSION FOR SEXUAL MINORITIES MEETING. Meetings open to the public. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. Wheel Chair Accessible. ASL interpretation upon request to 206-684-4514 at least two weeks in advance. info http://www.seattle.gov/scsm/meetings.htm or Marta Idowu marta.idowu@seattle.gov or 206-684-4540 [web confirmed 10/11/10] **THURS MAY 17, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, part of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Craig Salins of Wa. Public Campaigns on "MONEY & POLITICS: Fixing Democracy." info http://www.utemple.org **THURS MAY 17, and subsequent Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., in Delridge Neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] *THURS MAY 17, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., GLBT LEGAL CLINIC. Have you and your significant other recently decided to get registered but you have questions about what that means legally? Are you already registered and curious about the recent changes in the law? Are you thinking about having children together and want to know how to make sure you both have parental rights? Do you have other questions about adoption, surrogacy, etc.? Or are you and your partner breaking up and needing help getting a "divorce"? Are you concerned about an experience on the job and wondering if you're being discriminated against? Are you transitioning gender and wanting help making your legal paperwork match your gender? These are just some of the issues the GLBT Legal Clinic can help you with. The GLBT Legal Clinic is sponsored by the GLBT Bar Association of Washington Foundation (QLaw Foundation) and is one of the King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinic Specialty Clinics. The clinic is free of charge. At the clinic, volunteer attorneys assist clients in 30 minute client meetings. The attorneys provide clients with individualized legal advice and information. Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/ dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues. The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Help us advertise the clinic by looking for us on Facebook, and add a link to our page http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/GLBT-Legal-Clinic/243224955160, Appointments can be made by calling 206-235-7325 Tuesdays between noon and 3 p.m. **THURS MAY 17, 7 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, Great Hall; enter on 8th Avenue, Seattle; Seattle Public Library & Elliott Bay Book Company present John Irving. Celebrated author John Irving reads from his new book, In One Person, which has evoked eager 'firsts' and 'mosts' even before its publication. The novel-which is narrated by Billy, a bisexual man, marks Irving's first first-person work since 1989's A Prayer for Owen Meany and has been called his 'most political' work since 1985's The Cider House Rules. Free, no tickets required. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **THURS MAY 17, 7-9 pm, at Seattle Central Library, Microsoft Auditorium, 1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle; Join us for an evening with guest speaker Hunter Lovins, President and founder of Natural Capitalism Solutions, as she leads the Tools for Tomorrow Industry Innovator Forum to discuss the BUSINESS CASE FOR GROSS NATIONAL HAPPINESS. Recently returned from a United Nations panel organized by the Permanent Mission of Bhutan, Lovins will continue the conversation on how to achieve this more holistic measure of a nation's wealth, exploring the current state of the global economy, and describing the major challenges we are facing in the midst of an oil crisis and climate change. She will invite discussion to propose solutions to foster a more sustainable model of growth. After diving deeper into the context, Lovins will survey a solution that combines international leadership, smart policy at the national level, action by states and provinces, a suite of market- based measures, and a growing commitment by individuals to create the future we want. $15 individual; $10 student. **THURS MAY 17, 7:15 pm, at Olympic Hall Auditorium, South Seattle Community College, 600 16th Ave SW, Seattle; Washington State LABOR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH Center Presents: Charlie King, Karen Brandow and Rebel Voices In Concert. Charlie King and Karen Brandow: "a tapestry of old songs, new songs, and old songs made into new songs to remind us that, although the times are hard, there is power and relief in the fact that we can come together at community events like this to find camaraderie and perspective and to raise a joyful noise." Sing Out! Rebel Voices: SINGING OUT FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE, Rebel Voices present the struggles and triumphs of real people through an integrated vision of theater, harmony and politics. Janet Stecher and Susan Lewis fill the stage with rare power and compassion. Admission: $15 at the door. 6 pm Wine Reception hosted by the Washington State Labor Council included in Ticket Price. Advance reservations or info 206.934-5382 or sarah.laslett@seattlecolleges.edu **THURS MAY 17, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; James Fallows on CHINA'S AVIATION AMBITION. China has big plans to jump-start its aerospace industry, and James Fallows exposes their extraordinary scale and revolutionary potential. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **MAY 18-20, at Washington State History Museum, Tacoma; 44th Annual Pacific NW LABOR HISTORY CONFERENCE. info http://www.pnlha.org or 206-406-2604 **MAY 18 AND 19, in Chicago; COUNTER-SUMMIT FOR PEACE & ECONOMIC JUSTICE in response to the WARMONGERING NATO SUMMIT to be held there May 20 & 21. info http://www.natofreefuture.org/2012/01/conference-info/ **MAY 18 AND 19, at Camp David, Maryland; Can't Make It To Chicago to protest the WARMONGERING NATO SUMMIT? Attend The G-99. As you may remember, the NATO and G-8 summits were originally proposed to each happen in Chicago this month, but with opposition mounting, the G-8 retreated to rural Camp David, Maryland. Undeterred, activists will gather for a "G-99" counter-summit hosted by Occupy Frederick, with workshops on May 18 wealth inequality and ending poverty, confronting exploitative trade agreements, "drop the debt" initiatives of Jubilee USA, food and water security, and building a democratized economy. On May 19, a rally and march is planned to highlight the contrast between the G-8 and the 99%. info http://occupyg8-2012.org/content/schedule-events **MAY 18, BIKE TO WORK DAY. This month is nationally recognized as Bike Month, a celebration of biking, from work and school commutes to errands to recreational riding. Over 20,000 in the region are expected to participate in Bike to Work Day and the Commute Challenge motivates new bike commuters all month long. **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 7:30-8:30 am, at 23rd and Union, Seattle; MADRONA- LESCHI Citizens against the War PEACE VIGIL. Let those driving to work see that they aren't the only ones against the wars, give heart to antiwar supporters on the way to work. US Out of Afghanistan (9 years of war in Afghanistan). (And Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen, etc. ) We have the signs. Conversation and coffee afterwards at a local coffeehouse. We have been vigiling weekly for 9 years! info Kathy Barker 206-328- 2804 or kbarker715@gmail.com, Sarah Banks 206-720-1389 or SarahB@saranjan.com [confirmed 6/9/11] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 10 am, outside the King County Administration Building, James between 4th & 5th, downtown Seattle; PROTEST HOME MORTGAGE FORECLOSURES [added 1/1/12] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 2-3 pm [note new time], on 1150 AM KKNW Alternative Talk Radio and streaming live at http://www.1150kknw.com; URBAN FORUM Northwest with host JUSTICE ACTIVIST EDDIE RYE JR. A variety of topics and guests of interest to the community. info http://www.urbanforumnorthwest.com [updated 12/13/11] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 4-5 p.m., in front of the Bellingham Federal Building on Cornwall and Magnolia, Bellingham; PEACE VIGIL, a Bellingham tradition since 1967. Join the Peace Zone afterwards, at 5:15 or so, for announcements and discussion at The Public Market. info 360-733-4146 or http://www.whatcompjc.org/calendar.html [updated 5/14/12] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, at NE 125th & 30th Ave NE, on the 41 busline, and close to the 522 and 75 bus, Lake City, Seattle; OCCUPY LAKE CITY group meets weekly at the Lake City Bank of America, working for economic fairness [added 11/27/11] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at the south end of Percival Landing, 4th & Water, downtown Olympia; The Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation invites everyone to a weekly VIGIL FOR PEACE AND NONVIOLENCE. Ongoing vigil since November 1998. info Glen 360-491-9093 glen@olywa.net [confirmed 8/24/10] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 5-6 p.m., at Ruston Way parking strip near McGarver Street on the waterfront, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL organized by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 10/11/10] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 5-6 p.m., at 4th and Water Street, on the south side of W. 4th Ave. near the fountain, Olympia; WOMEN IN BLACK IS A SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE. Please wear black. Signs will be provided. Women in Black is a loose network of women worldwide committed to peace with justice and actively opposed to war and violence since 1988. Women in Black in Olympia has met weekly since 2003. info Karin Kraft 360-754-5352 or kraftkf@comcast.net or http://www.wib-oly.org [confirmed 10/10/10] *FRI MAY 18, and subsequent 18th of each month, 5:30 p.m., this month location tba, in or near Bellingham; Monthly Prayer VIGIL FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST. Join others for contemplation, meditation, prayer and liturgy for peace among the peoples of Israel and Palestine. Each month a different faith community sponsors the vigil. If you'd like your community to sponsor, contact Mary Robinson-Mohr 360-733-1325 or 360-734-0217 or http://www.whatcompjc.org/calendar.html [web confirmed 10/10/10] **FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 6:30-8:30 pm, at 5101 Rainier Ave South, #106, Seattle; every Justice Works! general meeting includes JW! orientation, organizer training, letters to the editor, connections with incarcerated people, updates on our projects, programs, campaigns, direct action planning; Campaigns include: 1) 3-Strikes Reform and 2) registering previously incarcerated people to vote. JW! is a grassroots criminal justice reform organization whose mission is UNDOING RACISM IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM as experienced by African Americans; info justice_works@yahoo.com or http://www.justiceworks.info or 206-725-9189 [confirmed 3/5/12] *FRI MAY 18, and subsequent Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m., at Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Pl., West of I-5, just North of 50th, Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44, Seattle; Friday Night At the MEANINGFUL MOVIES and Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice present Social Justice documentary film and community discussion! Film "The Healthcare Movie" (65 min, Laurie Simons and Terry Sterrenberg, 2010). The real story of how the HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES evolved to be so completely different. Most people under the age of 50 are not aware of the political struggle that led to the universal medical care system in Canada, nor the public relations campaigns, prevalent in the United States since the early 1900's to dissuade. Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org **FRI MAY 18, 7 pm, at Revolution Books, 89 South Washington St, Seattle; BAsics Bus Tour Launch Party: TAKING REVOLUTION TO THE SOUTH. An audacious group of volunteers will be taking revolution right into the heart of the South. Departing from Atlanta on May 18, the BAsics bus will bring the work of Bob Avakian and his new book BAsics right into what he has called the Bible belt and lynching belt. Donate, be part of these national launch parties, and follow the BAsics Bus Tour at http://basicsbustour.tumblr.com/, info or 206-325-7415 **FRI MAY 18, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Peter Menzel & Faith D'Aluisio: The World on a Plate. Through stories, anecdotes, and a visual feast of more than 500 images, Peter Menzel and Faith D'Aluisio lead a geographic and gastronomic adventure of WHAT PEOPLE EAT AROUND THE WORLD. It's all deliciously compiled from their books Hungry Planet and What I Eat, the basis for a current exhibit at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture in Seattle. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org MAY 19-28, in Honduras; Rights Action / Alliance for Global Justice Honduras Delegation: The COUP VS. DEMOCRACY: STRUGGLE OF THE POPULAR MOVEMENTS. The $850 delegation fee will cover two meals a day, hotel (double occupancy), translation, and in-country transportation including pick-up from and delivery to the San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa airports. The fee does not cover international airfare. For an application, send an email to AFGJ@AFGJ.org, info info@afgj.org **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent 1st & 3rd Saturdays, near Westlake Park, 4th & Pine, downtwon Seattle; FREE PALESTINE! Join Voices of Palestine-Seattle at our vigil. Sign up for info at http://www.voicesofpalestine.org **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent Saturdays, 10-11 am, at Bayview Park and Ride, intersection of Hwy 525 and Bayview Road, Whidbey Island; SOUTH WHIDBEY PEACE VIGIL, Bring a sign if you have one. Issues of peace and justice and war. info http://whidbeyprn.org/bayview.php [confirmed 11/7/09] **SAT MAY 19, 11 am, at Wing Luke Asian Museum, International District, Seattle; Join Community Alliance for Global Justice on our visit to the Wing Luke Museum?s Exhibit, "FROM FIELDS TO FAMILY: ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICANS AND FOOD", & for lunch after! As an organization with an office in the International District for the last ten years, we're excited to get a group of CAGJ friends together to visit our neighbor, the Wing Luke Museum, whose newest exhibit is right up our alley! Join us on a guided tour & learn about traditional food culture within our home city of Seattle! "From Fields to Family: Asian Pacific Americans and Food" explores the many cultural traditions and cooking techniques of diverse Asian-Pacific Americans. Our group will meet at the museum at 11 am, enjoy a 45- minute guided tour, and then share some delicious dim sum at Harbour City Restaurant (707 S. King St.) We're hoping to get a group of at least ten people to come in order to get a special discounted entrance rate. The normal cost is $12.95 for adults, $9.95 for students with I.D. and seniors, $8.95 for youth ages 5-12, and free for children under five. Please RSVP to sophiamehl@gmail.com by May 14 **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent Saturdays, 11 am - noon, at Bothell & Ballinger, just N. of LFP mall, Lake Forest Park; LAKE FOREST PARK FOR PEACE vigil. Holding signs, waving to people driving by, handing out flyers. Bring a sign, a friend, a smile and a wave. Weekly Community Meeting, All are welcome - join us! Over 9 years of vigiling for peace! There is a community meeting at 10 am before the vigil inside the Third Place Commons Meeting Room at Lake Forest Park Town Centre. All are welcome to both meeting and vigil. info Bob Trutnau trutnaubob395@gmail.com [confirmed 1/14/11] *SAT MAY 19, noon, Gather at Heritage Park, 5th and Water St, [note new location] Olympia; The Leonard Peltier Human Rights March Northwest Regional Leonard Peltier Clemency March. Rally at Washington State Capital 1 pm. This march and rally is in support of the LEONARD PELTIER HUMAN RIGHTS MARCH which is going across the land and will be in Washington, DC the same day. Both the Walk and this March is in support of clemency for Leonard Peltier. Leonard Peltier (of the Anishinabe, Dakota, and Lakota Nations), long time Native Activist and member of the American Indian Movement. Leonard Peltier, an innocent man who was convicted for the 1975 shooting deaths of two agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. U.S. prosecutors have repeatedly admitted that they did not and cannot prove Peltier's guilt, and the appellate courts have cited numerous instances of investigative and prosecutorial misconduct in this case. "I have no doubt whatsoever that the real motivation behind both Wounded Knee II and the Oglala firefight, and much of the turmoil throughout Indian Country since the early 1970s, was - and is - the mining companies' desire to muffle AIM and all traditional Indian people, who sought - and still seek - to protect the land, water, and air from their thefts and depredations. In this sad and tragic age we live in, to come to the defense of Mother Earth is to be branded a criminal." Leonard Peltier, Prison Writings. Organized in cooperation with: members of the Olympia Community, Media Island, The Leonard Peltier Defense Offense Committee, the Office of the Northwest Regional Organizer, LPDOC, Tacoma Chapter and Portland Chapter of the LPDOC. info bayou@blarg.net or http://www.whoisleonardpeltier.info **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent Saturdays, noon - 1 p.m., SW corner Bellevue Way and NE 8th, Bellevue; WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL. women will stand in silence together for peace and justice. Remind shoppers that the best gift in the world is peace, and this is the gift we want to give to our children and grandchildren. This is a great location and an opportunity for women to express their support of women and men who are determined to rid the injustices of the world nonviolently and through diplomatic means, Men are invited to stand with us. info Dr. Jan Cate 425-455- 4048 or wjcate@aol.com or Lyn Lambert 425-641-1120 or efl.lamb@gmail.com [confirmed 9/10/10] **SAT MAY 19, 12:30-2:30 p.m., at Beacon Hill International School, 2025 14th Ave S, Seattle; LATINO COMMUNITY FORUM WITH MAYOR McGinn. An opportunity for open conversation with the Mayor of Seattle on topics of interest to the Latino community of Seattle. Spanish interpretation will be provided. RSVP to Thao Tran 206- 684-4033 or thao.tran@seattle.gov **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent Saturdays, 12:30-1:30 pm, at 38th and Steele on the corner by Border's Books, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL bannering to END STOP LOSS organized by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 10/11/10] **SAT MAY 19, 2-5 pm, at Seattle University School of Law Room C5, 901 12th Ave, Seattle; Sierra Club Environmental Justice Committee's WATER JUSTICE FORUM. Sierra Club Environmental Justice seeks to build cross movement connections between environmentalists and social justice activists. This will be the third in our series of Environmental Justice issues, come and participate in a discussion of how do we address the challenge of clean water for all. Our forum will start with a panel of water justice activists followed by question and answers. During the second half of the forum we will continue the discussion about the following water issues in smaller groups. Dave Nazy: Hydrologist for the Department of Ecology will speak about Climate Changes impacts on Water access and quality. Ziad Abbas: The Middle East Children Alliance that provides clean water infrastucture in Palestine and Israel: Ziad will talk about the struggle for clean water in the West Bank and Gaza in the midst of drought and conflict. Larry Hutchinson: will speak about the Swinomish and their ongoing actions to protect their water rights in the Skagit River Basin. **SAT MAY 19, and subsequent Saturdays, 3-4 p.m., at Westlake Park near 4th and Pine, Seattle; Vigil & leafleting to PROTEST ONGOING WARS AND OCCUPATION IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN. This vigil started by the 911 Peace Coalition has been going on for over 8 years. info cobra2953@aol.com [confirmed 8/10/10] **SAT MAY 19, 5:30 pm, at the Seattle Westin Hotel; OneAmerica, the great local organization WORKING FOR IMMIGRANTS' RIGHTS, celebrates its accomplishments. Join hundreds of people in supporting this 501(c)3 non-profit organization that advances the fundamental principles of democracy and justice by building power within immigrant communities. (It did excellent work also under its previous name, Hate-Free Zone.) info http://www.weareoneamerica.org **SAT MAY 19, 7 pm, at Hotel Murano, Tacoma; PACIFIC NORTHWEST LABOR HISTORY Association Bread and Roses Awards Banquet. How often do we get to honor a local union, having stood up against a large corporation, risked body and limb on picket lines at the same time, and beat the corporation back? That's what ILWU Local 21, Longview, Washington, did recently. That's why they're being awarded the 2012 PNLHA Labor History Maker Award at the banquet. This is a moment of pride in the lives of all PNW union members! $35, send payment to PNLHA, 27920 68th Ave E, Graham, WA 98338. The 2012 Labor History Person of the Year Award will be given to Dr Ron Magden, retired Tacoma Community College history professor whose scholarship about the history of Puget Sound Longshore and Maritime Workers has inspired and helped many of us understand our worker heritage more deeply. Hear Charlie King and Karen Brandow in concert: Bread and Roses: Songs for the 99%. This event is a part of the 44th Annual Pacific NW Labor History Conference being held at the Washington State History Museum, Tacoma from May 18 - 20. info http://www.pnlha.org or 206-406-2604 *SAT MAY 19, 7 pm, at Eastside Friends Meeting; Eastside Friends Meeting will host a series of peace films in support of the Truce 2012, a global ceasefire planned for the International Day of Peace, Sept 21, 2012. A Force More Powerful, Part 2, 85 min. This series explores six SUCCESSFUL NONVIOLENT MOVEMENTS IN THE 20TH CENTURY. RSVP to EFMemail@gmail.com if you are planning to bring children. info lynn.fitzhugh@earthlink.net **SAT MAY 19, 7 pm, CHANGED TO JUNE 8, see below, Seattle; The Economic, Legal and Moral COSTS OF WAR: A Forum on ISRAEL, PALESTINE AND THE UNITED STATES featuring Richard Falk, Princeton Professor Emeritus, international law expert, and United Nations Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territories **MAY 20-21, in Chicago; PROTEST NATO'S WARMONGERING. At the invitation of the White House, military and civilian representatives of the 28-nation US-commanded and largely US-financed North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are meeting in Chicago, May 20-21, 2012. This is the same military apparatus responsible for waging over 10 years of unjust and illegal wars in our names, committing war crimes exposed by the WikiLeaks revelations, and persecuting one of the most influential whistle blowers of our generation, Bradley Manning. **SUN MAY 20, 11 am - 2 pm, at in Cathedral Place Hall adjacent to St. James Cathedral, 804 9th Ave, Seattle; The Health and Healing Ministry and the Environmental Justice group of St. James Cathedral invite you to their seventh annual HEALTH FAIR. The fair will explore both personal health and the HEALTH OF THE ENVIRONMENT. Several exhibitors, including Earth Ministry, will provide information about "Living into Wellness." Open to the community **SUN MAY 20, 11 am, meet at the south entrance of Butler Field in Grant Park, on E Jackson Dr, between S Lake Shore Dr and S Columbus Dr, Chicago IL; Join the Bradley Manning contingent in Chicago anti-NATO Summit march. Join us in Chicago as we say "Free Bradley Manning!" and "No to NATO's war and poverty agenda! At the invitation of the White House, military and civilian representatives of the 28- nation US-commanded and largely US-financed North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are meeting in Chicago, May 20- 21, 2012. This is the same military apparatus responsible for waging over 10 years of unjust and illegal wars in our names, committing war crimes exposed by the WikiLeaks revelations, and persecuting one of the most influential whistle blowers of our generation, Bradley Manning. Please RVSP to michael@couragetoresist.org or 510-488-3559 *SUN MAY 20, and subsequent 3rd Sundays, noon - 3 pm, at Northwest Detention Center, 1623 E J St, Tacoma; DEMAND HUMAN RIGHTS AT TACOMA IMMIGRATION PRISON! The government is using racial profiling and violating the rights of immigrant workers whose only "crime" is working. We will bring coffee and food, support and solidarity to visiting families. An injury to one is an injury to all! For carpool/ ride from Seattle call 206-218-4417 [updated 4/22/12] **SUN MAY 20, and subsequent Sundays, noon - 1 p.m., on the corners of the Pacific Hwy South and South 320th intersection in Federal Way; STAND FOR PEACE. The change that we all hoped for has yet to come. We are out there reminding others and ourselves that casualties, both civilian and military, continue to mount in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Occasionally, other matters of peace and justice make an appearance on our signs (e.g. Universal Healthcare). Please join us whenever you can, we'll be out there every Sunday. info http://www.FederalWayMatters.org [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 20, and subsequent Sundays, noon - 1 p.m., at the corner of 12th and Commercial Ave, ANACORTES; PEACE VIGIL, This vigil began October, 2002, and everyone is welcome. Bring a sign of your choosing and join our friendly, peaceful group. info Howard Pellett 360-293-8128 or cpellett@cablerocket.com or Jim Taylor jmsophia@cnw.com or 360-299-9040 [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 20, and subsequent Sundays, noon to 1 pm, at Junction of California Ave SW and SW Alaska, West Seattle; WEST SEATTLE NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE, a SNOW affiliate, anti-war gathering. Show your opposition to the war in Iraq publicly. We have signs, buttons and leaflets. Join us! info jmrepp@comcast.net or John Repp 206-932-9522 [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 20, and subsequent Sundays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., at N 175th St and Meridian Ave N, Shoreline; SHORELINE NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE weekly PEACE VIGIL, Come for all or part of the time. We have extra signs. info Dwight Gibb, 206-546-1864, or dgibb@earthlink.net [confirmed 10/5/10] **SUN MAY 20, and subsequent Sundays, 12:30 -1:30 p.m., at the Brackett's Landing sign, to the left of the ferry station (as you face the ferry), on the corner of Main Street and Railroad Avenue, in downtown Edmonds: Snohomish County Women In Black, SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE. Everyone is welcome to join us. You don't have to be a woman and you don't have to dress in black. We do ask, however, that all signs be peace signs. We have been there every Sunday, vigiling for peace, for more than 9 years. info beb@igc.org or 425-775-5383 [updated 4/15/12] *SUN MAY 20, and subsequent 3rd Sundays, 2:30 pm, in the Horizon House Forum at 900 University St., Seattle; HEALTH CARE FOR ALL Board Meeting, all welcome, info Mary Margaret 206-382-3785 or http://www.healthcareforallwa.org/calendar/ [confirmed 8/15/10] **SUN MAY 20, 3 pm, at 3901 North 37th, Tacoma; United for Peace of Pierce County invites you to an afternoon of tasting 'mostly locally-sourced' cuisine with a weed-eating flair, featuring a cooking demonstration and talk by Rosalind Bell. Rosalind has been called Tacoma's wonderful wizard of cooking with love and art. Watching her cook and hearing her talk about the ingredients will be entertaining (if you don't know Rosalind, just you wait!) as we'll also learn about the carbon footprint of those ingredients. Her choices will reflect her creativity and what's growing in her yard, and we can expect some tasty surprises. The menu includes dandelions, nettles, sorrel, chicken, shrimp (not from her yard), and an assortment of wines. This salon is a FUND-RAISER FOR UNITED FOR PEACE OF PIERCE COUNTY. A donation of $25 is suggested, though no one will be turned away for lack of funds. An RSVP would be appreciated but isn't required. RSVP Kristi 253-573-1504 or kristinebel@msn.com, info about United for Peace of Pierce County, http://ufppc.org/ SUN MAY 20, 5 pm potluck, 6 pm announcements, 6:30 - 8 pm program, at Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th, Seattle; Seattle Chapter FELLOWSHIP OF RECONCILIATION program with John Repp & Cindy Cole on establishing a STATE BANK IN WASHINGTON. Free, collection will be taken. all welcome. info 206-789-5565 **MON MAY 21, 9 am - 4:30 pm, at 2100 Building, 2100 24th Ave. S., Seattle; Non-Profit Staff Development Coalition presents the workshop SUCCESSFUL GOAL SETTING, with Trainers Maggie Gardner & Gayle Elliot. By introducing techniques to identify the values held by participants, structures by which goals can be created, and the means to achieve them, this workshop will empower participants to not only accomplish goals, but to create deeply meaningful change in their lives. The workshop will be structured to provide information to participants that perhaps they have not encountered in the past, and to increase their ability to use the information and new skills they?ve learned to successfully create goals and accomplish them. The content of the workshop will revolve around interactive exercises, conversation, and individual work. $90-$130. Register at http://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1082 969, info Anna McCain 425-640-1424 or anna.mccain@edcc.edu or http://www.learningconnections.org/coalition/ *MON MAY 21, and subsequent 3rd Mondays (4th Mon Jan & Feb), 5:30-7:30 pm, in the City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 600 4th Ave between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, check website to confirm date, time and place; SEATTLE WOMEN'S COMMISSION MEETING. Meetings open to the public. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. Wheel Chair Accessible. ASL interpretation upon request to 206-684-4537 at least two weeks in advance. info http://www.seattle.gov/womenscommission/meetings.htm or Marta Idowu 206-684-4540 or Marta.Idowu@seattle.gov [web confirmed 10/11/10] **MON MAY 21, 6-7:30 p.m., at New Holly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Ave South, Seattle; The Seattle City Council will host a conversation on COMMUNITY PRIORITIES FOR THE CITY BUDGET. Let your voice be heard. Participants will engage City Councilmembers and neighbors in conversation centered on five thought-provoking questions about the future of our city. A chance to meet and engage your elected officials and neighbors in conversation, a place to learn about the basics of the City budget and choices faced by City policymakers and an opportunity to participate in the civic life of your home community. These conversations are not a formal public hearing and do not require extensive knowledge of City politics, policy or history. The Council will hold public hearings on the 2013 City budget and Capital Improvement Program in the fall where members of the community will be invited to advocate for specific programs and services. info Nate 206-684-8806 or Laura 206-684-8159 or http://www.seattle.gov/council/budget **MON MAY 21, but usually 4th Mondays, 6:30-9 pm, check the website to confirm, at the Sunset Hill Community Center, ground floor, at corner of 30th NW & NW 66th, in Ballard, Seattle; SUSTAINABLE BALLARD meeting and Potluck. Please bring your own bowl, spoon & cup, bring a dish or $5 to cover costs. This month topic: PROTECTING OUR PUGET SOUND - What We Can Do From Home. Sustainable Ballard's efforts are aimed at preparing for societal, economic, transportation and infrastructural changes that we see coming from OIL DEPLETION in the next decade or sooner. We do not have much time. We do not have the answers either. Each of us have skills we can bring to this effort. info info@sustainableballard.org or 206-789-7646 or http://www.sustainableballard.org [usual time confirmed 6/10/11] **MON MAY 21, 7 p.m., at the Labor Temple, Hall 8, 2800 1st Avenue in Belltown, Seattle; The Seattle TRANSIT RIDERS UNION and the drivers' ATU Local 587 are co-hosting a RIDER-DRIVER SOLIDARITY evening to discuss the future of public transit in King County. The TRU is researching options to service cuts, progressive local funding mechanisms that can create revenue for expanded transit service and other improvements, such as a low-income fare to make transit affordable for all poor and working people in King County. But in order for people-power to triumph over money-power, we need to organize! The TRU needs your help. Join us to learn more! You are invited to take part in a discussion of the current situation and how we can organize to save our transit system. This event will also kick off the Transit Riders Union's first organizing drive, so if you are interested in becoming a member, be there. This event is free and all are welcome. There will be refreshments. info http://www.transitriders.org, contact@transitriders.org, or 206-651-4282 **MON MAY 21, and subsequent Mondays, 7-9 p.m., in Rainier Valley neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **MON MAY 21, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Erik Larson: 'In the Garden of Beasts.' The bestselling Seattle author of The Devil in the White City brings another past world alive, this time, the ominous realm of Nazi Berlin. With its focus on William E. Dodd, a mild- mannered history professor who becomes America's first ambassador to Nazi Germany, and Dodd's flirtatious and free-spirited 24-year-old daughter Martha, Erik Larson's new book In the Garden of the Beasts examines the people, politics, and social life of BERLIN DURING HITLER'S FIRST FULL YEAR as chancellor. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **MON MAY 21, and subsequent Mondays, 7:30-9 pm at 3314 Wallingford Ave. N. #2, Seattle; Radical Women presents a Weekly Discussion circle on "Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State." WHY DOES SEXISM STILL THRIVE in this day and age? Have males always dominated? How will women's oppression be ended? Join a roundtable conversation that will explore Frederick Engels' classic analysis of the causes of gender inequality. Books will be available for sale. $2 suggested donation per session. info 206-722-6057 or RWSeattle@mindspring.com [added 10/14/11] **MON MAY 21, and subsequent Mondays, 8-9 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 29/77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Pirate TV CHALLENGES THE MEDIA BLOCKADE by bringing you access to people and information unavailable on the Corporate Sponsor-ship. This show TBA. info Ed Mays http://www.edmaysproductions.net or 206-782-7605 or get on schedule list-serve via PirateTVSeattle@gmail.com [updated 9/25/11] **TUES MAY 22, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7:30-9 a.m., at Woodland Park Aurora pedestrian overpasses, meet on the northernmost pedestrian overpass in Woodland Park 2 blocks south of N 59th St., Seattle, Access from Green Lake Way (turn by tennis courts) to the Upper Woodland parking lot; PHINNEY NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE, Cover the one to three pedestrian overpasses in Woodland Park with Peace Signs and Banners, banner against the war. We supply the banner. Come by and wave to passersby and chat with neighbors. info louandjoant@msn.com [confirmed 8/10/10] **TUES MAY 22, and subsequent Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Federal Building, 2nd & Marion, Seattle; Peace Vigil. Come join us every Tuesday. Stand with Joe Colgan and members of "MILITARY FAMILIES AND FRIENDS SPEAK OUT" as we weekly protest the funding of our unjust wars and demand the return of all our troops. (Joe is the father of Lt. Ben Colgan, KIA in Baghdad, Iraq, November 1, 2003.) info joepatcolgan@comcast.net or 206-824-5368 [confirmed 10/11/10] **TUES MAY 22, 6 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Paul Ingrassia: Fifteen Cars that Drove America. Double feature! Ticket also gains admission to the Augusten Burroughs event at 7:30 pm. Paul Ingrassia explores how cars, from the Model T to the Prius, have propelled and reflected the American experience. The Pulitzer Prize- winning journalist and author of Engines of Change offers an epic cultural history through 15 automobiles, as well as the personalities and tales behind them, ultimately showing how the car has expressed the particularly American tension between the lure of freedom and the obligations of utility. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **TUES MAY 22, and subsequent Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., in Federal Way; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **TUES MAY 22, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., in Greenwood neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **TUES MAY 22, and subsequent Tuesdays except 3rd Tuesday, 7-9 p.m., in West Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] *TUES MAY 22, and subsequent 4th Tuesdays, 7-9 pm, at Seattle Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle; NW BIODIESEL MEETING. Alternating months between special topic and Biodiesel 101, see website for details. info nwbiodiesel@gmail.com or http://www.nwbiodiesel.org/monthly-meetings/ [web confirmed 10/11/10] **TUES MAY 22, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Augusten Burroughs: SELF-HELP FROM THE MAN WHO RAN WITH SCISSORS. Ten years ago, Augusten Burroughs totally redefined the modern memoir with Running With Scissors; now he takes on the self-help genre. This Is How, not surprisingly, is not your usual self-help book; you'll find no therapist-approved solutions or tips to cynically mollify pain or make yourself feel better. Instead, by demonstrating how only rigorous, sometimes-uncomfortable honesty truly can set a person free, Burroughs explains that some problems are, in fact, insurmountable, and that recognizing this can be the next best thing to overcoming them. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **WEDS MAY 23, noon-1:30 p.m., at Plaza 600 Bldg., 600 Stewart St., Ste. 205, Seattle; METROPOLITAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB of Seattle PRIMARY ENDORSEMENT Meeting with Presentations by Candidates Seeking Endorsement: Karen Porterfield for U.S. Rep., 8th CD; Stephanie Bowman for Rep., 11th LD, Pos. 2; Thom Macfarlane for Rep., 30th LD, Pos. 1; Jacob Bond for Rep., 45th LD, Pos. 1; Sylvester Cann for Rep., 46th LD, Pos. 1; Gary Ernsdorff for Judge, King County Superior Court, Pos. 46; Judge Bruce Hilyer for Justice, State Supreme Court, Pos. 9. info Justin Simmons 206-736-9882 or http://www.metrodems.org or http://www.facebook.com/metrodems **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, noon - 1 p.m., NW corner of Sylvester Park, corner of Legion & Capitol Way, Olympia; PEACE VIGIL, come for all or part of the hour to sustain Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation persistent (every week since March 5, 1980) witness for peace and nonviolence; bring signs or use ours; info Glen 360-491-9093 [confirmed 8/24/10] **WEDS MAY 23, 1-3:30 pm, at 2100 Building. 2100 24th Ave S., Seattle; WHAT EVERY BOARD MEMBER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FINANCES - a workshop. A nonprofit must keep complete, current and accurate records. Board members have the responsibility of oversight for the organization's financial resources. This means understanding the organization's finances. Are you struggling with this aspect of your fiduciary responsibility? By the end of 2.5 hours, you will: acquire an understanding of nonprofit accounting; be aware of the treasurer's duties; realize the importance of internal controls; know how to read financial statements; have an understanding of the 990 tax return; understand the type and timing of required filings. Presenters: Two of the most respected accounting minds in the Puget Sound area, Cindy Doyle and Karen Dunn of Clark Nuber accounting firm. $35 includes a copy of the presentations, resource guide and refreshments. Register at http://www.o2joyent.com/workshops, info 425-653-1575 or joy@o2joyent.com **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 1-2 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 29/77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Pirate TV CHALLENGES THE MEDIA BLOCKADE by bringing you access to people and information unavailable on the Corporate Sponsor-ship. This show TBA. info Ed Mays http://www.edmaysproductions.net or 206-782-7605 or get on schedule list-serve via PirateTVSeattle@gmail.com [updated 9/25/11] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 4 to 5 pm, on KKNW AM 1150; Walk the Talk with Kim show features speakers from NON-PROFIT AND COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS talking about their mission and vision as well as calling out needs from the community. The Walk the Talk with Kim Show focuses on mission driven organizations and their supporters in an effort to strengthen our community through knowledge, leadership, collaboration and a call to walk the talk. Each episode invites listeners to become connected with non-profit, community based and for-profit mission driven organizations that pour sweat and tears into the growth and support of our community. We celebrate the volunteers, supporters and collaborators that are the foundation and soul of these organizations. info 425-888- 9790 or http://www.walkthetalkwithkim.com [added 1/24/11] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. on KBCS-FM, 91.3, online at http://www.kbcs.fm ; Live call-in talk show "VOICES OF DIVERSITY" will focus on topics related to CULTURAL DIVERSITY, SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC ISSUES. The show is produced by Community Volunteers. Show is sponsored by the City of Bellevue Parks and Community Services department and KBCS; We'll also be taking calls from our listeners at 425-564-2424. This show: tba. Share your story at 425-564-2424. info 425-452-7922 or http://www.kbcs.fm Show archive online at http://kbcs.fm/site/PageServer?pagename=voicesofdiversity [confirmed 11/20/10] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m., in front of the U.S. Federal Courthouse, 1917 Pacific Ave., near 21st, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL organized by People for Peace, Justice, and Healing, a continuous presence in Tacoma since 9/11. [confirmed 10/11/10] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 pm, on the corner of Chelan and Orondo, right in front of Memorial Park, Wenatchee; weekly PEACE VIGIL since August 2005 at a fitting place. All are welcome. Vigilers include local at-large members of Vets for Peace who are always there with the VFP banner, and other veterans are invited to join! info jlschlaman@charter.net [updated 10/13/10] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 5:15 to 6:15 pm, on Pacific Avenue in front of Union Station at S. 19th St., Tacoma, park at the Tacoma Dome and take the light rail, or, when available, there is parking on or near Pacific Ave or for a small fee, some women park in the History Museum parking lot; TACOMA WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL. We stand near but separate from the vigil of United for Peace of Pierce County (5-6 pm every Wednesday) for three quarters of an hour and stay on another quarter hour after they leave. We do not have their signs near us, as some of the women have disagreed with a few of the signs and we want to be neutral so any woman wanting to stand with us can and will. Many of us have helped the peace and justice people by standing with them and holding their signs and they have helped us while remaining separate. Please wear black or plain dark clothes, and do not bring signs. Men are welcome to leaflet, or to stand in vigil at one end of our group. Tacoma Women in Black is part of an international network of women who vigil for peace, justice and non-violent solutions to conflict. Each group is independent, linked to others by the way women stand together in public places, in silence, wearing black. info Barbara 253-380-0164, or Bmadsen61@hotmail.com or http://www.speakeasy.org/~loris/twib.html#vigil [updated 9/6/09] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., in front of Ken's Market, SW corner of 73rd & Greenwood Ave N, Seattle; PHINNEY NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE information table, Please contact Andy to coordinate: 206- 789-5081, info louandjoant@msn.com [confirmed 8/10/10] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., at 1402 3rd Ave Suite 201, Seattle; EQUAL RIGHTS Washington Volunteer Night. Join us at the ERW Office every Wednesday and become engaged in the fight for full equality regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. We have snacks! We will be training, canvassing, phonebanking, doing data-entry, and having a blast for two hours every week. info info@equalrightswashington.org [added 8/24/11] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 6:45-8:45 p.m., in Central Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] *WEDS MAY 23, 7 pm, at The SIFF Film Center, 305 Harrison St, Seattle Center; Next 50 free Film Series presents CITIZEN ARCHITECT: Samuel Mockbee & the Spirit of the Rural Studio. info http://www.siff.net **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., on Capitol Hill, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., in Bellevue, and also in Lake City neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206-267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **WEDS MAY 23, 7:30-8:30 pm, at Kane Hall, University of Washington campus, Seattle; "Learning While Burning: Energy, Economy, And Environment" a talk by Dr. Richard Alley. We enjoy the benefits, but not the costs, of our UNSUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEM. There is high scientific confidence that if we burn most of the fossil fuels and release the CO2 to the air, we will change the climate in ways that make life harder. Yet, we are surrounded by RENEWABLE RESOURCES that greatly exceed likely human use. And, solid scholarship shows that learning to use these sustainable resources before we burn all the fossil fuels can benefit the economy and national security as well as the environment. Dr. Richard Alley is the Evan Pugh Professor of Geosciences and Associate of the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute at Pennsylvania State University where he has worked since 1988. **WEDS MAY 23, 7:30-9 pm, at Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, Downstairs enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Avner Cohen on ISRAEL'S WORST-KEPT SECRET. As the only NUCLEAR- ARMED STATE that doesn't acknowledge its possession of the bomb, Israel has created a special 'bargain,' says Avner Cohen. And by sticking to it, says the author of The Worst-Kept Secret, Israel has made a unique contribution to the nuclear age, but not necessarily a positive one, as the bargain relies on secrecy, violates the public right to know, and undermines the norm of public accountability and oversight. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **WEDS MAY 23, 7:30 pm, at The Pub, Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, enter on 8th Ave, Seattle; David Hancocks: The FUTURE OF ZOOS. The former director of Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo addresses the future of modern zoos, and particularly the place of ELEPHANTS IN THEM. Today's zoos need to change fundamentally, says David Hancocks, who has already led one revolution in zoo design (in the 80's and 90's). Zoos need to do more, he says, not only for the wellbeing of individual creatures, but for the welfare of the planet. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **WEDS MAY 23, and subsequent Wednesdays, 8 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Talking Stick, a LOCALLY PRODUCED INDEPENDENT PROGRAM by Mike McCormick with coverage of progressive events and viewpoints; with program TBA. info talkingsticktv@yahoo.com or http://www.talkingsticktv.org or http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org [updated 9/25/11] **THURS MAY 24, and subsequent Thursdays, noon - 2 p.m., Downtown, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **THURS MAY 24, and subsequent Thursdays, noon - 1 p.m., at 6th and Sprague, Tacoma; (summer location Tacoma Farmer's Market, 9th and Broadway, Tacoma); PEACE VIGIL organized with signs provided by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 9/25/11] **THURS MAY 24, 2 pm, at Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; Seattle CITY COUNCIL LIBRARY, UTILITIES, AND CENTER COMMITTEE meeting. Translation services provided on request. Council Meeting Listen Line: 206-684-8566, info 206-684-8888 or TDD: 206-233-0025 **THURS MAY 24, and subsequent Thursdays, 4-5 pm, on KBCS-FM, 91.3, online at http://www.kbcs.fm ; The One World Report team features NORTHWEST LABOR NEWS with Shift Break and Labor Neighbor Radio, local headlines, and commentary. One World Report is a weekly, hour-long news and public affairs show that is volunteer-powered and community-centered. Our goal is to reclaim the airwaves for the benefit of the community and turn the power of the media over to the people. Includes Green Acre Radio, produced by Martha Baskin, a weekly radio spot with an ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS at 5:40 p.m. This show: TBA. info http://www.kbcs.fm [updated 5/7/11] **THURS MAY 24, 5 pm, at Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; University Book Store presents David Talbot: Season of the Witch. Free admission with book purchase from UBS. Salon CEO David Talbot delivers a bloody Valentine to SAN FRANCISCO in his new book Season of the Witch, which recounts the CIVIL STRIFE AND TRAGEDIES that rocked the city from 1967- 82 but ultimately led to its rebirth and triumph. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **THURS MAY 24, and subsequent Thursdays, 5-6 p.m., at Westlake Park near 4th and Pine, Seattle; PEACE VIGIL to protest U.S. POLICY IN AFGHANISTAN, PALESTINE/ISRAEL, AND IRAQ with silent / visible presence, leaflets, and info table, by Women in Black, Women wear black; men welcome to stand at the sidelines or to leaflet; a peace group in the tradition of the women who vigil weekly in Israel / Palestine; Seattle Women in Black have been standing every Thursday for over 7 years, and have passed out an estimated 46,800 leaflets opposing war, violence, hatred and prejudice. info 206-282-6107 or seattlewomeninblack@speakeasy.net or http://seattlewomeninblack.pbwiki.com [confirmed 1/4/10] **THURS MAY 24, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, part of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Jon Talton, Seattle Times ECONOMICS COLUMNIST. info http://www.utemple.org **THURS MAY 24, and subsequent Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., in Delridge Neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **THURS MAY 24, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, Great Hall, enter on 8th Avenue, Seattle; Paul KRUGMAN: AN ECONOMIST'S TAKE on 2012. Previously, The New York Times columnist and Princeton professor came to Town Hall for his books The Great American Unraveling; The Conscience of a Liberal; and the re-released classic The Return of Depression Economics and the Crisis of 2008; this visit promises a similarly timely and brilliantly informed take on the economy. SOLD OUT. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 7:30-8:30 am, at 23rd and Union, Seattle; MADRONA- LESCHI Citizens against the War PEACE VIGIL. Let those driving to work see that they aren't the only ones against the wars, give heart to antiwar supporters on the way to work. US Out of Afghanistan (9 years of war in Afghanistan). (And Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen, etc. ) We have the signs. Conversation and coffee afterwards at a local coffeehouse. We have been vigiling weekly for 9 years! info Kathy Barker 206-328- 2804 or kbarker715@gmail.com, Sarah Banks 206-720-1389 or SarahB@saranjan.com [confirmed 6/9/11] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 10 am, outside the King County Administration Building, James between 4th & 5th, downtown Seattle; PROTEST HOME MORTGAGE FORECLOSURES [added 1/1/12] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 2-3 pm [note new time], on 1150 AM KKNW Alternative Talk Radio and streaming live at http://www.1150kknw.com; URBAN FORUM Northwest with host JUSTICE ACTIVIST EDDIE RYE JR. A variety of topics and guests of interest to the community. info http://www.urbanforumnorthwest.com [updated 12/13/11] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 4-5 p.m., in front of the Bellingham Federal Building on Cornwall and Magnolia, Bellingham; PEACE VIGIL, a Bellingham tradition since 1967. Join the Peace Zone afterwards, at 5:15 or so, for announcements and discussion at The Public Market. info 360-733-4146 or http://www.whatcompjc.org/calendar.html [updated 5/14/12] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, at NE 125th & 30th Ave NE, on the 41 busline, and close to the 522 and 75 bus, Lake City, Seattle; OCCUPY LAKE CITY group meets weekly at the Lake City Bank of America, working for economic fairness [added 11/27/11] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at the south end of Percival Landing, 4th & Water, downtown Olympia; The Olympia Fellowship of Reconciliation invites everyone to a weekly VIGIL FOR PEACE AND NONVIOLENCE. Ongoing vigil since November 1998. info Glen 360-491-9093 glen@olywa.net [confirmed 8/24/10] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 5-6 p.m., at Ruston Way parking strip near McGarver Street on the waterfront, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL organized by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 10/11/10] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 5-6 p.m., at 4th and Water Street, on the south side of W. 4th Ave. near the fountain, Olympia; WOMEN IN BLACK IS A SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE. Please wear black. Signs will be provided. Women in Black is a loose network of women worldwide committed to peace with justice and actively opposed to war and violence since 1988. Women in Black in Olympia has met weekly since 2003. info Karin Kraft 360-754-5352 or kraftkf@comcast.net or http://www.wib-oly.org [confirmed 10/10/10] *FRI MAY 25, and subsequent last Fridays, 5:30 p.m., at Westlake Park, downtown, 4th & Pine, Seattle; CRITICAL MASS, an organized coincidence of bicyclists who ride around the streets of Seattle en masse. It happens when a lot of cyclists happen to be in the same place at the same time and decide to cycle the same way together for a while. Come join the fun! [sorry, have no info contacts for this event, anybody connected with the event, please confirm] **FRI MAY 25, 6:30-9 pm, at the Museum of History and Industry, (MOHAI), 2700 24th Ave East, Seattle; Richard Gage, AIA, founder Of ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS FOR 9/11 TRUTH, will be presenting the DVD "Experts Speak Out." Experts Speak Out brings together the views of 43 engineering and technical experts, as well as building professionals, who are calling for a new investigation into the destruction of the world trade center buildings on 9/11/2001. $10 at the door or from http://expertsspeakout.eventbrite.com/ **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 6:30-8:30 pm, at 5101 Rainier Ave South, #106, Seattle; every Justice Works! general meeting includes JW! orientation, organizer training, letters to the editor, connections with incarcerated people, updates on our projects, programs, campaigns, direct action planning; Campaigns include: 1) 3-Strikes Reform and 2) registering previously incarcerated people to vote. JW! is a grassroots criminal justice reform organization whose mission is UNDOING RACISM IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM as experienced by African Americans; info justice_works@yahoo.com or http://www.justiceworks.info or 206-725-9189 [confirmed 3/5/12] **FRI MAY 25, and subsequent Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m., at Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Pl., West of I-5, just North of 50th, Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44, Seattle; Friday Night At the MEANINGFUL MOVIES and Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice present Social Justice documentary film and community discussion! Film: "The Invisible War". (65 min, Laurie Simons and Terry Sterrenberg, 2010). Groundbreaking investigative documentary about one of our country's most shameful and best kept secrets: the epidemic of RAPE WITHIN OUR US MILITARY. Today, a female soldier in Iraq and Afghanistan is more likely to be raped by a fellow soldier than killed by enemy fire. The numbers of assaults in the last decade alone are in the hundreds of thousands. Discussion follows with health care experts Aaron Katz, Principal Lecturer of Health Services and Global Health, UW; Dr. Reena Koshy, National Physicians Alliance; Dr. Sarah Weinberg, Physicians for a National Health Program & Healthcare For All - Washington; and Laurie Simons and Terry Sterrenberg, The FILMMAKERS. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org **FRI MAY 25, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Enrico Moretti: The Geography of Jobs. Enrico Moretti says the real divide in America is not a class divide, but a geographical one: where we live matters more today than ever. Moretti, an economics professor at UC Berkeley and author of The NEW GEOGRAPHY OF JOBS, describes how the 'three Americas' (big cities, old manufacturing capitals, and the middle) are shifting the economic landscape, with an unprecedented redistribution of jobs, population, and wealth under way. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org MAY 26-28, at Marine Park, 3931 Ruston Way Tacoma; Arlington Northwest Memorial Display, a striking display the HUMAN COSTS OF THE WARS IN AFGHANISTAN AND IRAQ, by Tacoma, Seattle, and Olympia Chapters of Veterans for Peace. Volunteers are welcome for set-up dawn on the 26th and break-down dusk on the 28th. info http://www.arlingtonnw.org or Ray 253-355-2539 **SAT MAY 26, and subsequent Saturdays, 10-11 am, at Bayview Park and Ride, intersection of Hwy 525 and Bayview Road, Whidbey Island; SOUTH WHIDBEY PEACE VIGIL, Bring a sign if you have one. Issues of peace and justice and war. info http://whidbeyprn.org/bayview.php [confirmed 11/7/09] **SAT MAY 26, and subsequent Saturdays, 11 am - noon, at Bothell & Ballinger, just N. of LFP mall, Lake Forest Park; LAKE FOREST PARK FOR PEACE vigil. Holding signs, waving to people driving by, handing out flyers. Bring a sign, a friend, a smile and a wave. Weekly Community Meeting, All are welcome - join us! Over 9 years of vigiling for peace! There is a community meeting at 10 am before the vigil inside the Third Place Commons Meeting Room at Lake Forest Park Town Centre. All are welcome to both meeting and vigil. info Bob Trutnau trutnaubob395@gmail.com [confirmed 1/14/11] **SAT MAY 26, and subsequent Saturdays, noon - 1 p.m., SW corner Bellevue Way and NE 8th, Bellevue; WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL. women will stand in silence together for peace and justice. Remind shoppers that the best gift in the world is peace, and this is the gift we want to give to our children and grandchildren. This is a great location and an opportunity for women to express their support of women and men who are determined to rid the injustices of the world nonviolently and through diplomatic means, Men are invited to stand with us. info Dr. Jan Cate 425-455- 4048 or wjcate@aol.com or Lyn Lambert 425-641-1120 or efl.lamb@gmail.com [confirmed 9/10/10] **SAT MAY 26, and subsequent Saturdays, 12:30-1:30 pm, at 38th and Steele on the corner by Border's Books, Tacoma; PEACE VIGIL bannering to END STOP LOSS organized by United for Peace of Pierce County. All peaceful folk are welcome and encouraged to turn out! info http://www.ufppc.org [updated 10/11/10] **SAT MAY 26, and subsequent Saturdays, 3-4 p.m., at Westlake Park near 4th and Pine, Seattle; Vigil & leafleting to PROTEST ONGOING WARS AND OCCUPATION IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN. This vigil started by the 911 Peace Coalition has been going on for over 8 years. info cobra2953@aol.com [confirmed 8/10/10] **SAT MAY 26, 7-10 pm, at Bagley Wright theater, Seattle Center; The Seattle Labor Chorus will play its usual role hosting the LABOR STAGE AT FOLKLIFE, but this year we are also celebrating our 15th anniversary and have included several special guests. Our sister choir in Vancouver, B.C., the Solidarity Notes, will be joining us for a whole hour of our favorite oldies and some fresh new material from each of the groups. We are delighted to bring you two national acts: Chris Chandler & David Rovics; and two local delights: Citizens Band from Olympia and our new face for this year is sultry-voiced Nina LaBoy. info http://www.thestand.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/MayWorks-Poster.pdf **SUN MAY 27, and subsequent Sundays, noon - 1 p.m., on the corners of the Pacific Hwy South and South 320th intersection in Federal Way; STAND FOR PEACE. The change that we all hoped for has yet to come. We are out there reminding others and ourselves that casualties, both civilian and military, continue to mount in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Occasionally, other matters of peace and justice make an appearance on our signs (e.g. Universal Healthcare). Please join us whenever you can, we'll be out there every Sunday. info http://www.FederalWayMatters.org [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 27, and subsequent Sundays, noon - 1 p.m., at the corner of 12th and Commercial Ave, ANACORTES; PEACE VIGIL, This vigil began October, 2002, and everyone is welcome. Bring a sign of your choosing and join our friendly, peaceful group. info Howard Pellett 360-293-8128 or cpellett@cablerocket.com or Jim Taylor jmsophia@cnw.com or 360-299-9040 [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 27, and subsequent Sundays, noon to 1 pm, at Junction of California Ave SW and SW Alaska, West Seattle; WEST SEATTLE NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE, a SNOW affiliate, anti-war gathering. Show your opposition to the war in Iraq publicly. We have signs, buttons and leaflets. Join us! info jmrepp@comcast.net or John Repp 206-932-9522 [confirmed 10/3/10] **SUN MAY 27, and subsequent Sundays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., at N 175th St and Meridian Ave N, Shoreline; SHORELINE NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE weekly PEACE VIGIL, Come for all or part of the time. We have extra signs. info Dwight Gibb, 206-546-1864, or dgibb@earthlink.net [confirmed 10/5/10] **SUN MAY 27, and subsequent Sundays, 12:30 -1:30 p.m., at the Brackett's Landing sign, to the left of the ferry station (as you face the ferry), on the corner of Main Street and Railroad Avenue, in downtown Edmonds: Snohomish County Women In Black, SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE. Everyone is welcome to join us. You don't have to be a woman and you don't have to dress in black. We do ask, however, that all signs be peace signs. We have been there every Sunday, vigiling for peace, for more than 9 years. info beb@igc.org or 425-775-5383 [updated 4/15/12] **MON MAY 28, no meeting this date, changed this month to May 21, see above, usually on 4th Mondays, 6:30-9 pm; SUSTAINABLE BALLARD meeting and Potluck. Please bring your own bowl, spoon & cup, bring a dish or $5 to cover costs. This month topic: PROTECTING OUR PUGET SOUND - What We Can Do From Home. Sustainable Ballard's efforts are aimed at preparing for societal, economic, transportation and infrastructural changes that we see coming from OIL DEPLETION in the next decade or sooner. We do not have much time. We do not have the answers either. Each of us have skills we can bring to this effort. info info@sustainableballard.org or 206-789-7646 or http://www.sustainableballard.org [usual time confirmed 6/10/11] **MON MAY 28, and subsequent Mondays, 7-9 p.m., in Rainier Valley neighborhood, Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **MON MAY 28, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Hari Kondabolu: Town Hall's 'Scratch Night' Debut. COMEDIAN AND WRITER Hari Kondabolu returns to Seattle to inaugurate Town Hall's 'Scratch Night' workshop series with new stories and other material. Kondabolu gets to experiment with longer- form ideas that would be hard to do in most comedy-show settings, and the audience gets to be part of a talkback session after the set. Kondabolu is also known and beloved nationwide from appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central's Live at Gotham, John Oliver's New York Standup Show, and his recent feature on Comedy Central Presents. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **MON MAY 28, and subsequent Mondays, 7:30-9 pm at 3314 Wallingford Ave. N. #2, Seattle; Radical Women presents a Weekly Discussion circle on "Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State." WHY DOES SEXISM STILL THRIVE in this day and age? Have males always dominated? How will women's oppression be ended? Join a roundtable conversation that will explore Frederick Engels' classic analysis of the causes of gender inequality. Books will be available for sale. $2 suggested donation per session. info 206-722-6057 or RWSeattle@mindspring.com [added 10/14/11] **MON MAY 28, and subsequent Mondays, 8-9 pm, on Seattle Community Media TV, Public Access cable TV , channel 29/77 in King County or streaming live at http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org/ Pirate TV CHALLENGES THE MEDIA BLOCKADE by bringing you access to people and information unavailable on the Corporate Sponsor-ship. This show TBA. info Ed Mays http://www.edmaysproductions.net or 206-782-7605 or get on schedule list-serve via PirateTVSeattle@gmail.com [updated 9/25/11] MAY 29-JUNE 9, Delegation to BOLIVIA: FOOD SOVEREIGNTY, INDIGENOUS RESISTANCE, AND CLIMATE JUSTICE. We will be celebrating indigenous resistance and exploring food sovereignty issues in Bolivia, the first country in the hemisphere to be governed by an indigenous president. Learn about indigenous struggles for food sovereignty and the rights of Mother Earth in the face of climate change. Meet with farmers, community leaders, government leaders, and others. Experience the rich culture of the Andes and soak in the sights, sounds, people, and politics in this historic moment in Bolivia. Sponsored by the Alberto Lovera Bolivarian Circle of NY. $1100 will cover all lodging, all ground transportation, 2 meals per day, qualified trip leaders, and Spanish-English interpretation. Additional expenses during the trip will be minimal. Airfare not included. info cbalbertolovera@gmail.com or http://wp.me/puMTZ-4L MAY 29-JUNE 2, in New York NY; National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE) 25th Annual Conference. NCORE is the leading conference on race and ethnicity in American higher education. Goal is to improve racial and ethnic relations on campus. info http://www.ncore.ou.edu/ **TUES MAY 29, 6 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Thai Jones: New York's Year of Anarchy. Journalist Thai Jones, the son of former members of the Weather Underground and author of More Powerful Than Dynamite, charts how ANARCHIST ANGER, PROGRESSIVE IDEALISM, AND PLUTOCRATIC PATERNALISM converged in that July explosion, illuminating history and events of our own day and age. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **TUES MAY 29, and subsequent Tuesdays except 3rd Tuesday, 7-9 p.m., in West Seattle; a King County Bar Association NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL CLINIC serving King County residents or Washington State residents with legal issues in King County. Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) provides individual meetings with VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS for up to 30 minutes of Free legal advice and consultation in primarily civil issues (not criminal). Issues that may be addressed include: Family law topics including domestic violence, divorce, issues for unmarried parents, child support, custody and parenting plans; Debt and bankruptcy; landlord/ Tenant questions; Real estate; Employment and wage claim issues; Contracts, warranties and/or consumer disputes; Immigration; Wills, estate planning, probate, living wills; Welfare benefits terminations and overpayments; Criminal records. American Sign Language interpreters provided when requested. Foreign language interpreters provided pending availability of funds. NLC has no income restrictions. For an appointment, call 206- 267-7070 from 9 a.m. to noon. info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [web confirmed 10/8/10] **TUES MAY 29, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Henry Crumpton: I Spied for the CIA. Hanry Crumpton, who LED THE CIA'S GLOBAL COVERT OPERATIONS AGAINST AMERICA'S TERRORIST ENEMIES and gained almost-mythical fame after 9/11, explains exactly what America's spies do and why their secret service is more valuable than ever, teaching important lessons about national security, but also duty, honor, and love of country. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **WEDS MAY 30, 6:30-8:30 pm, at Southside Commons, 3518 S. Edmunds Street in Columbia City, Seattle; Queerly Classed Panel discussion. Limited Access: Who has and doesn't have HEALTH CARE IN THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY? We'll hear from a diverse set of speakers in the LGBTQ community! A speaker from Old Lesbians Organizing for Change will talk about the unique issues LGBTQ seniors face with long-term care facilities and other health care institutions. A speaker from Unite HERE, a hotel worker's union mostly consisting of immigrant and women employees, will speak about their worker organizing campaign in downtown Seattle for access to health care, living wages, and respect at the workplace. A speaker from Washington Community Action Network will speak on the importance of access to affordable dental care. A speaker will talk about the unique issues of lesbian, bisexual and transgender women's health and how LBT women are effected by the Affordable Care Act. info http://www.LGBTQAllyship.org or allyship@yahoo.com **WEDS MAY 30, 7 pm, at the Elliott Bay Book Company, 1521 Tenth Avenue, Seattle; Darrin Drda reading from The Four Global Truths: AWAKENING TO THE PERIL AND PROMISE OF OUR TIMES. At a time of converging crises and inspiring developments, more and more people are realizing that a major planetary shift is underway. With so much at stake, it becomes crucial to understand the deeper dynamics, and possible implications, of our pivotal evolutionary moment. Drawing from his studies of Buddhism, consciousness, cosmology, philosophy, psychology, and astrology, Darrin takes a wide and penetrating look at our planetary situation and offers a solid basis for hope and even excitement as we all bring our particular gifts to bear in this collective coming-of-age. More than just a book reading, this special community event will combine stimulating discussion with a handful of brief guided meditations and heart-opening exercises. 'In a brilliantly appropriate application of the Buddha's fourfold Truths, Darrin Drda provides a conceptual structure for perceiving the unique nature of this planetary moment. The book brings such a rich cargo of companionable inquiry and inspiration, I want to see it in every book bag and backpack. I love to think of the hands it will fall into, the minds it will ignite, the hearts it will embolden, so that this great adventure may continue!" --Joanna Macy, author, World as Lover, World as Self *WEDS MAY 30, 7 pm, at The SIFF Film Center, 305 Harrison St, Seattle Center; Next 50 free Film Series presents BOUND FOR GLORY. info http://www.siff.net **WEDS MAY 30, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Terry McDermott: The Hunt for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Former Seattle Times reporter Terry McDermott gives a comprehensive account of the decade-long pursuit and CAPTURE OF KHALID SHEIKH MOHAMMED, the real mastermind of the worst TERRORIST ATTACKS in U.S. history. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and thousands of documents, McDermott, co-author of The Hunt for KSM, explores how Mohammed and a small cadre of associates pulled off attacks, including the 1993 basement-bombing of the World Trade Center, and how infighting, lack of support, bungling, and other problems hamstrung his pursuers' efforts to find him. $5. info http://www.townhallseattle.org **THURS MAY 31, 9:30 am, at Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; Seattle CITY COUNCIL GOVERNMENT PERFORMANCE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE meeting. Translation services provided on request. Council Meeting Listen Line: 206-684-8566, info 206-684-8888 or TDD: 206-233-0025 **THURS MAY 31, 6:30-8:30 pm, at Rainier Beach High School Auditorium, 8815 Seward Park Ave. S. Seattle; Educators And Parents Present "MOVING FORWARD IN PUBLIC EDUCATION: Ideas That Work." What does work in education? What do at-risk kids need from their schools? What do educators working in our classrooms need in order to be successful? What are some of the greatest obstacles to educating our children in public schools? What are some of the success stories? Panelists include: Dr. Margit McGuire, Professor and Director, Seattle University's Teacher Education Program; Sharon Okamoto, Principal, Seattle Urban Academy; Rita Green, parent and PTA vice- president, Rainier Beach High School; Marquita Prinzing, teacher, Sanislo Elementary School. Sponsored by Parents Across America-Seattle in conjunction with Save Our Schools Northwest. info seattle.paa@gmail.com or http://www.parentsacrossamerica-seattle.org/ **THURS MAY 31, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, part of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Tim Harris of Real Change on "SYSTEMATIC HOMELESSNESS as Logical Conclusion of the Corporate Economy". info http://www.utemple.org JUNE 1 - AUG 31, 2012, from Eugene, Oregon to Washington, DC; Common Circle Education plans a cross-country permaculture design course on bike, designed for beginner and intermediate cyclists. Come ride your bicycle with us across the country learning about and PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY AND PERMACULTURE. Our most powerful program yet - a supported cross-country tour (support vehicle, meals and lodging included) to farms and sustainability sites, integrated with our award-winning permaculture design and regenerative leadership certification and much more -- this program will change your life. This three- month intensive course combines our Urban Permaculture and Regenerative Leadership Certificate training, followed by a Wilderness First Aid training before we head on the road cycling from Eugene, Oregon all the way across America to Washington DC (we'll be roughly following the TransAM bike route - about 4200 miles), promoting and learning about sustainable living and intentional communities. The stunning places you will visit on this program and the extraordinary people you will meet will challenge and inspire you. info http://commoncircle.com/cross-country-bicycle-tour or 1-800-376-3775 or vladislav@commoncircle.com JUNE is TORTURE AWARENESS MONTH. Suggestions: Bring a torture survivor to speak in your community. TASSC (the Torture Abolition and Survivor Support Coalition) can help. TASSC also has a powerful DVD called "Torture Survivors Speak Out." info http://www.tassc.org/ see also http://www.nrcat.org National Religious Coalition Against Torture and Washington State Religious Coalition Against Torture http://www.wsrcat.org, Demand International Red Cross Access to Detainees in the War on Terror http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5149/p/dia/action/publi c/?action_KEY=3164, Join Rabbis for Human Rights-North America's call for a Commission of Inquiry http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5149/p/dia/action/publi c/?action_KEY=3346, National Religious Campaign Against Torture's call for access to all US held prisoners by the International Committee of the Red Cross, download postcards at http://www.nrcat.org/storage/nrcat/documents/icrc_access_po stcard.pdf JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH - celebrate LESBIAN GAY BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER INTERSEX pride. On June 27, 1969, the New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar. For the first time in history, the patrons of the bar - many of whom were drag queens, young people of color - fought back, igniting days of rioting in Greenwich Village. Those riots, now referred to as The Stonewall Rebellion or The Stonewall Riots, are commemorated today in parades and festivals all over the world, usually in late June. They weren't the start of a GLBTI civil rights movement (it had been brewing for years with small, peaceful demonstrations) but they were the match that lit a fire for generations to come. Read first person accounts about the riots from people who were there and more http://www.workers.org/ww/1998/sylvia0702.html and http://www.stonewallvets.org/photos/NYCPD-mugshot.htm and http://www.glsenco.org/Resources/GLBT%20History/stonewall_r iots.htm and http://www.trikkx.com/history2.html, see Washington state proclamation at http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/pride_proclaimation.pdf *FRI JUNE 1, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 4-5 pm, at Bayview Park and Ride, intersection of HWY 525 and Bayview Road, Whidbey Island; SOUTH WHIDBEY WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL, info tenaly@whidbey.com [updated 11/6/11] **FRI JUNE 1, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle; Cultures Connecting presents America's Unspoken Truths: The PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL RESIDUALS OF OUR HISTORY. Featuring The 'Unspoken' Truths: American History Traveling Museum, this presentation chronicles the rich history of Africans in Africa prior to chattel slavery, the Jim Crow Era and the influence of African Americans on U.S. culture. We'll share insight into present day CULTURAL VALUES OF AFRICAN AMERICANS and engage in an examination of how this part of US history has influenced us on a personal and institutional level. Facilitated by Delbert Richardson, Dr. Caprice D. Hollins, Psy D. and Ilsa Govan, M.A. info ilsa.govan@culturesconnecting.com or 206-568- 8556 or http://www.culturesconnecting.com *FRI JUNE 1, 6-9 pm, at the Bellevue Hilton; Council on AMERICAN ISLAMIC RELATIONS of Washinton's Annual Banquet and Awards Celebration. Support CAIR's work to Defend and advocate for, the civil rights of Muslims in America; Engage the Media to clear the tarnished name of Islam and improve the image of Muslims; Involve the Muslim community in the American political process towards securing their full rights; and outreach to our fellow Americans, showing them the TRUE NATURE OF ISLAM & Muslims. Tickets and info http://www.cairseattle.org, info 206-367-4081 or info@cairseattle.org **FRI JUNE 1, and subsequent Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m., at Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Pl., West of I-5, just North of 50th, Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44, Seattle; Friday Night At the MEANINGFUL MOVIES and Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice present Social Justice documentary film and community discussion! Film: "The Welcome" (93 min, Kim Shelton, 2011) With Sally Jo Gilbert De Vargas From Soldier's Heart Seattle. A fiercely intimate view of LIFE AFTER WAR: the fear, anger and isolation of POST- TRAUMATIC STRESS that affects vets and family members alike. As we join these vets in a small room for an unusual five day healing retreat, we witness how the ruins of war can be transformed into the beauty of poetry. Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org SAT & SUN JUNE 2-3, 9:30 am - 6 pm, in Seattle; Compassionate Listening 2-day Basic Intensive workshop. Would you like to bring a great gift to yourself and your loved ones? What would it be like to offer a deepened capacity for compassion? BECOME A COMPASSIONATE LISTENER, and learn ways to foster BRINGING PEACE AND HEALING to your life and our world. Many professionals, teachers, parents, counselors, coaches, mediators, etc. have found their work greatly enhanced through integrating the deep and powerful practices of Compassionate Listening. Your personal life will be enhanced, with improved relationships with family, friends and co-workers? and bring compassionate support to yourself. You will develop skills in our five core practices: Cultivate Compassion; Develop the Fair Witness; Respect Self and Others; Listen with the Heart; Speak from the Heart. registration http://june2012intensive.eventbrite.com/ Sliding scale for two day: $175-375. Partial scholarship money may also be available so please don't let finances be an obstacle. info Andrea Cohen cohencomm@comcast.net or 206-523-6018 **SAT JUNE 2, 9:30 am - 5 pm, at Central Area Senior Center, Solarium Room, 500 - 30th Ave S. Seattle; The World is Calling: RITUALS FOR RADICAL TRANSFORMATION. This all day workshop is continuing the spirit of Joanna Macy's Work That Reconnects. (See http://www.joannamacy.net/ ). This day is about our concern for the planet and our society, bringing in spirituality and systems theory to create a very powerful event. Join us for a day of purposeful transformation; we will connect in gratitude, face our grief, honor our pain for the world, and join in powerful transformative ritual on behalf of the Earth and all those who inhabit it. We will see through new eyes and unleash our own power as powerful partakers in the Great Turning. We know in our hearts and heads that a Great Unraveling is happening all around us; one that we and the world cannot sustain. Four co-facilitators: experienced, personable and trained by Joanna Macy. Cost: $55 if life circumstance permit, if not $15. No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. info and to register http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/244609 info Lynn Fitz-Hugh 206-713-0497 **SAT JUNE 2, and subsequent 1st & 3rd Saturdays, near Westlake Park, 4th & Pine, downtwon Seattle; FREE PALESTINE! Join Voices of Palestine-Seattle at our vigil. Sign up for info at http://www.voicesofpalestine.org *SAT JUNE 2, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, please confirm at website, 10 am, at the cafe in Third Place Books- Ravenna; SEATTLE ESPERANTO SOCIETY, the Seattle chapter of an international peace movement. The meeting is an informal discussion and language practice; beginners are welcome. info http://seattleesperanto.org, Free online Esperanto lessons at http://www.lernu.net [web confirmed & updated 10/10/10] **SAT JUNE 2, 1-5 pm, CAGJ Community Feedback Session: Come help Community Alliance for Global Justice develop a popular education series! CAGJ's FOOD JUSTICE Project is developing a COMMUNITY EDUCATION program, and we would be honored if you would participate in shaping it. We are seeking input from our allies and our community. We hope to create a series that motivates and inspires the public through the inclusion of all your voices. We invite: CAGJ members and volunteers; CAGJ's ally organizations and businesses (or designated representatives); and any individual interested in moving food justice organizing forward. If you are able to attend, we request that you participate in the entire workshop, which will be based on the World Cafe model, and last 4 hours. We will provide snacks and beverages. At the end of the workshop we will request willing participants to join a work group to finalize the educational series based on the information collected from this workshop. Topics of discussion will include themes such as: What is the 'food system'?; Current state of the food system & defining the problem; Sexism, Classism & Racism and our food system; Farm Bill; Food Justice & Food sovereignty: What would an equitable food system include?; Political change vs. Consumer choice; Solutions/Taking Action: Models/projects vs. movements/action. RSVP by May 25 and info Laura Titzer, laura.titzer@gmail.com **SAT JUNE 2, 2-4 pm, Meet at the south end of Wallingford Playfield at N 42nd St & Densmore Ave N, Seattle; Spokespeople leads a two-hour low stress, family- friendly ride to the FISH LADDER! Spokespeople- Wallingford rides on the first Saturday of every month with a FUN, LOW-CARBON, FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY RIDE. New riders welcome! Please come by 1:45 if you are new to riding in groups or if you need help with adjusting your helmet or bike. All ages and skill levels welcome! All rides are on the road with traffic and include expert commuters who accompany us to offer encouragement and model good road riding techniques for new, returning and reluctant cyclists. Families Welcome. info http://www.spokespeople.us or http://www.cascade.org/EandR/Activities_Calendar.cfm?query= cascadefreedailyride *SAT JUNE 2, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., at the Keystone Congregational Church, 5019 Keystone Place N, just north of N 50th and Sunnyside N, Seattle; regular meeting of the merged Citizens Concerned for the People of Iraq and the Interfaith Network of Concern for the People of Iraq, since 1996 challenging the U.S. embargo which killed thousands of chidren per month, now reassessing how to PROMOTE PEACE AND SUPPORT IRAQIS; INOC is a program unit of the Church Council of Greater Seattle, info John Reinke 425-869-8793 or http://www.concernforiraq.org [usual time confirmed 5/2/12] **SAT JUNE 2, 7 pm, at the East West Bookshop of Seattle, 6500 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle; Darrin Drda reading from The Four Global Truths: AWAKENING TO THE PERIL AND PROMISE OF OUR TIMES. At a time of converging crises and inspiring developments, more and more people are realizing that a major planetary shift is underway. With so much at stake, it becomes crucial to understand the deeper dynamics, and possible implications, of our pivotal evolutionary moment. Drawing from his studies of Buddhism, consciousness, cosmology, philosophy, psychology, and astrology, Darrin takes a wide and penetrating look at our planetary situation and offers a solid basis for hope and even excitement as we all bring our particular gifts to bear in this collective coming-of-age. More than just a book reading, this special community event will combine stimulating discussion with a handful of brief guided meditations and heart-opening exercises. "The Four Global Truths allows us to see that we need to wake up and free ourselves from this dream that is robbing us of our true capacity as human beings. Fortunately, the Buddha offered a path to liberation, one that is now possible for humanity as well. This magnificent book powerfully invites us to choose that path." Lynne Twist, co-founder of The Pachamama Alliance *SUN JUNE 3, and subsequent 1st Sundays, 1:30 pm, at Westlake Park, 4th Ave. and Pine St., downtown Seattle; Silent Vigil to STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING led by Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center. info Intercommunity Peace and Justice Center 206-223-1138 [confirmed 8/31/11] *MON JUNE 4, and subsequent 1st Mondays, 4-5:30 pm, at NAC, 1618 S. Lane St. Suite 201, Seattle; Free GRANTWRITING CLINICS for Nonprofits. A joint venture between the Nonprofit Assistance Center and the Puget Sound Grant Writers Association Nonprofit Assistance Center. Up to 2 members from an organization may bring a RFP, application guidelines, draft proposal or a proposal not funded and an experienced grant writer will give you one- on-one guidance! Organizations must have budgets under $500,000. Seen by appointment only, phone for appointment. info 206-324-5850 ext 10 or http://www.nacseattle.org or info@NACSeattle.org [web confirmed 10/8/10] *JUNE 5, and subsequent 5th day of each month (or phone the following weekday if the 5th is on the weekend), On the 5th Day of Every Month Take Action to Free the Cuban Five, FIVE CUBAN MEN IMPRISONED IN THE US. President Obama has more than enough proof of the innocence of the Cuban 5. He knows that they never were a threat to US National Security, that they carried no guns and that their only objective was to monitor terrorist organizations based in Miami to avoid the death of more innocent people. Phone the President 202-456-1111, Fax 202-456-2461, send an electronic message via http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact, info http://www.ifconews.org **TUES JUNE 5, 6-8 p.m., Graduates please arrive by 5:15 p.m., at The UW Tower, 2nd Floor Cafeteria, Seattle; Lavender Graduation. This year?s theme is Fierce! This year's keynote speaker: Provost Ana Mari Cauce! Lavender Grad is open to any student eligible, at any level (undergrad or graduate/professional) for a graduation in the 2011-2012 academic year. The Q Center and GBLTC host Lavender Graduation as a time for the UW QUEER, SAME GENDER LOVING, TWO-SPIRIT, AND ALLIED COMMUNITIES TO COME TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE our multiple identities, our accomplishments, and sheer awesomeness. You do not have to be graduating or be of a certain sexual or gender identity/orientation/expression to participate and/or attend the Lavender Graduation year-end celebration. Everyone is welcome and wanted! Dress: You can wear whatever you want! This is your graduation and as queer folk we are often "required" by work, school, family, culture, etc. to dress in ways that do not necessarily fit our tastes. If you wish to wear the cap and gown, wear it. If you want to appear in drag, do it. If you have cultural regalia you wish to wear proudly, please do so! If you want to dress up, go for it. You want to be comfy, have at it. This is your night. All of your identities are celebrated as is the awesomeness that is you and our UW queer communities! info qcenter@uw.edu or 206-897-1430 *TUES JUNE 5, and subsequent 1st Tuesdays, 6:30 pm, at Mosaic Coffee House, 4401 2nd Avenue NE, Seattle, located in the Church of the Nazarene, directly behind the Dick's Drive in on N. 45th in Wallingford, near bus routes 16, 26 and 44, parking is available behind Dick's Drive In; meeting of Amnesty International Group 4, working to PROTECT HUMAN RIGHTS WORLDWIDE; this meeting, topic TBA. info http://amnestyseattle.org/ or aigroup4@gmail.com or 206-622-2741 [updated 10/25/10] *TUES JUNE 5, and subsequent 1st Tuesdays, 7 p.m., phone for location, Seattle; meeting of CITIZENS FOR OVERT ACTION, educating the public about the threat to democracy here and abroad posed by covert action, told us about the CIA- Crack connection a decade before the San Jose Mercury report came out, info and to confirm meeting dates 206-547- 7735 [confirmed 6/2/10] *WEDS JUNE 6, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, but please confirm at website, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., in the Boards & Commissions meeting room L280, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), OPARB is charged with providing citizen (volunteer) oversight of OPA, which is what police internal investigations used to be. OPARB reviews closed cases only, and ensures that OPA is following their policies. They also may make recommendations for policy changes. They also meet with the public to educate them about how to make effective complaints and resolve issues with police. Open to the public. info http://www.seattle.gov/council/oparb/ [updated 10/10/10] **WEDS JUNE 6, 5:30 pm Registration & Reception, 6 pm Gala Dinner, 8 pm General Colin Powell, at Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Avenue, Seattle; CityClub's 30th Anniversary Gala. CityClub's 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration Dinner & Presentation of the Nancy Nordhoff Leadership Award Presented to Judge Anne Levinson, with A CONVERSATION WITH GENERAL COLIN POWELL about his new book, It Worked for Me. Moderated by KING5 Anchor Jean Enersen. $150 Includes Gala Dinner, one ticket to the conversation with General Colin Powell & one copy of It Worked for Me. Guests will be invited to make an additional contribution supporting CityClub's 30th Anniversary "Civic Capital" Campaign. Admission just to Powell's presentation, 8-9 pm, One ticket & one book $35, Two tickets & one book $50. Tickets available through CityClub http://www.SeattleCityClub.org or at Elliott Bay Book Company. info cityclub@seattlecityclub.org or 206-682-7395 or http://www.SeattleCityClub.org [comment by calendar compiler: this might be a free-speech opportunity outside the Westin. The LIES GEN POWELL SPREAD ABOUT WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION were a major part of starting the war on Iraq in 2003. It worked for him but did it work for the thousands of US military members killed in Iraq, for the tens of thousands of Iraqis killed, for the millions of Iraqis displaced by war, for the tens of thousands of US military personnel suffering from PTSD and from other injuries?] *WEDS JUNE 6, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, 5:30-7 pm, at Wallingford Community Senior Center, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Avenue North, Seattle; MONTHLY COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS PLANNING. Agenda for this meeting tba [added 4/4/11] **WEDS JUNE 6, 7 pm, Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle; YES! MAGAZINE's 2nd Annual CELEBRATION OF PEOPLE POWER with Alice Walker, Frances Moore Lappe, and Makana. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear Pulitzer Prize- winner Alice Walker and bestselling author Frances Moore Lappe speak to our power as change makers, interwoven with inspiring music from Makana, the acclaimed Hawaiian songwriter and slack-key guitarist who made national news last fall when he performed his Occupy anthem, 'We Are the Many,' for President Obama. Doors open at 6 pm, general seating. Drinks will be available for sale. A dessert reception will follow in the lobby, with live music from Makana, book signing, and locally-sourced refreshments. All proceeds from this evening will benefit the nonprofit YES! Magazine. Donations made that night will be matched, and are tax-deductible. Tickets on sale at http://www.brownpapertickets.com, $25 tickets include a one-year subscription to YES! Magazine for non-subscribers. If you already subscribe to YES! Magazine, be sure to use your subscriber number as your "member code" to get the special $15 ticket price. A limited number of tickets are also for sale for a dinner with Frances Moore Lappe, Makana, the board of YES! Magazine, and other YES! supporters. info Gretchen Wolf gwolf@yesmagazine.org or 206-842-5009 x201 **THURS JUNE 7, 9:30 am, at Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; Seattle CITY COUNCIL PARKS AND NEIGHBORHOODS COMMITTEE meeting. Translation services provided on request. Council Meeting Listen Line: 206-684-8566, info 206-684-8888 or TDD: 206-233-0025 *THURS JUNE 7, and subsequent 1st Thursdays, 6-8 pm, in the City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 600 4th Avenue between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, phone or check website to confirm date, time and place; Seattle HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING. The HRC aims to provide equal opportunities for minorities, aging & persons with disabilities through the enforcement of City ordinances pertaining to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Meetings open to the public. You can now listen to the SHRC meetings by calling 206-684-4718. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. Reasonable accommodations for meetings and events also are available on request for people with disabilities. Call 206-684-4500 for disability information. info Felicia Yearwood-Murrell 206-684-4537 or Felicia.Yearwood-Murrell@seattle.gov or http://www.seattle.gov/humanrights/meetings.htm [web confirmed / updated 10/10/10] **THURS JUNE 7, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, part of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda of Seattle U. Environmental Studies & Theology on "A SPIRITUALITY OF ECONOMY". info http://www.utemple.org FRI JUNE 8, check-in 7 a.m., breakfast 7:30-9 a.m., in Seattle; CLIMATE SOLUTIONS 4th Annual Breakfast with keynote speaker EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson. Climate Solutions: Practical Solutions to Global Warming. info http://www.climatesolutions.org **FRI JUNE 8, and subsequent Fridays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., [note earlier start time for Transition Friday] at Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Pl., West of I-5, just North of 50th, Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44, Seattle; Friday Night At the MEANINGFUL MOVIES and Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice present Social Justice documentary film and community discussion! Film: "DIRTY COAL: The Toxic Addiction", (Jaime Gonzales, 2010), and the Short Film: "NO COAL IN THE NORTHWEST!" with the Sierra Club! An expose of the historic greed for dirty coal profits and the worldwide addiction to burning coal for electricity, and how the U.S. is becoming a colonial exporter of millions of tons of coal to fuel China's growing economy. Also, a short film describing plans to export dirty U.S. coal to Asia - thru the Pacific. Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org **FRI JUNE 8, 7 p.m., at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd St. NE, Seattle; The Economic, Legal and Moral COSTS OF WAR: A Forum on ISRAEL, PALESTINE AND THE UNITED STATES featuring Richard Falk, Princeton Professor Emeritus, international law expert, and United Nations Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Falk has first-hand knowledge of the human rights situation facing nearly 4 million Palestinians in the Occupied Territories of East Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank. Author of numerous books, including: The Costs of War: International Law, the UN and World Order After Iraq, and Achieving Human Rights. Sponsored by Western Washington Fellowship of Reconciliation, Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility, El Centro de la Raza, Middle Eastern Legal Association of Washington, Peace Action Group of Plymouth Church UCC, World Affairs Council, United Nations Association, Arab American Community Coalition, Jewish Voice for Peace, Voices of Palestine, American Friends Service Committee, Episcopal Bishop's Committee on Israel Palestine, Mideast Focus Ministry of Saint Mark's Cathedral, The Seattle and Seattle University Chapters of the National Lawyers Guild, Seattle Mideast Awareness Campaign, Center for Human Rights at the University of Washington, West Seattle Neighbors for Peace and Justice. info mideastfocus@saintmarks.org **SAT JUNE 9, at the Seattle Grand Hyatt; "The Power of Community," Chaya's annual fundraising auction and dinner. Chaya is a Resource for SOUTH ASIAN WOMEN, working to END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE and provide support in times of crisis. info http://www.apichaya.org or 206-467-9976 **SAT JUNE 9, 10 am-noon, Meet at Tully's - 45th and Meridian, Wallingford, Seattle; WALLINGFORD WALKS: Birds, Bees and Maybe A Goat **SAT JUNE 9, 6 pm, at Washington State Trade and Convention Center, 800 Convention Place, Seattle; "Get Engaged to Defend Marriage" - Equal Rights Washington's 6th Annual Gala is co-presented this year by Washington United for Marriage, the campaign leading the fight to PRESERVE MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN WASHINGTON State. Equal Rights Washington and Washington United for Marriage are partnering to raise money to defend our Marriage Equality law and work for the long-term health and security of Washington's LGBT community. We will celebrate the legislature's passage of the marriage equality bill and, more importantly, will prepare to defend the law when it goes to the voters in November. The Gala takes place three days after signatures to qualify the Referendum must be turned in. A full ballroom at the Gala will show those that are against equality, our Strength, Unity and Engagement in ensuring all our families are valued. Ticket and event info http://www.WashingtonUnitedForMarriage.org/gala, info info@equalrightswashington.org *MON JUNE 11, and subsequent 2nd Mondays, 6-8 pm, at Lutheran Community Services Northwest, in the MetLife building just south of the Transit Center near Northgate Mall, 115 NE 100th St, Suite 200, Seattle; Would you like to rekindle the hope of a REFUGEE CHILD WHO HAS FLED CIVIL CONFLICT OR PERSECUTION? If you live in King/Snohomish County you could become a foster parent with LCSNW's Refugee and Immigrant Children's Program. Countries around the world resettle refugee families and adult refugees. But only the U.S. welcomes the most vulnerable refugees of all: refugee youth without an adult caregiver. And only 21 cities in the nation - including Seattle - have a child welfare program customized to the challenges and aspirations of these brave youth. The need is greatest for foster homes for teenagers and sibling groups from Burma and the Congo. We also need bilingual Spanish-speaking foster parents for immigrant youth from Central America and Mexico. Foster youths' expenses are covered and they receive full medical and dental coverage. Would you - and/or a parent, friend, or colleague of yours - like to learn more about this rare opportunity? sign up for a "Foster Care Info Night" with Erika eberg@lcsnw.org or 206- 694-5780 or http://www.refugeechildren.net [updated 3/13/11] JUNE 12, Loving Day is a day in June that we honor the Loving v. Virginia Decision of the Supreme court, a Civil Rights victory for the constitutional Right to Privacy decided on June 12, 1967. Richard and Mildred Loving tried to live in their home state of Virginia and were punished as criminals and thrown in jail. To get out of jail they had to move out of the State of Virginia. For many years they lived as exiles until their case was championed by the ACLU. Then on that date, all of the remaining STATE LAWS AGAINST INTERRACIAL MARRIAGE WERE STRUCK DOWN. **WEDS JUNE 13, and subsequent 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 5:15 to 6:15 pm, on Pacific Avenue in front of Union Station at S. 19th St., Tacoma, park at the Tacoma Dome and take the light rail, or, when available, there is parking on or near Pacific Ave or for a small fee, some women park in the History Museum parking lot; TACOMA WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL. We stand near but separate from the vigil of United for Peace of Pierce County (5-6 pm every Wednesday) for three quarters of an hour and stay on another quarter hour after they leave. We do not have their signs near us, as some of the women have disagreed with a few of the signs and we want to be neutral so any woman wanting to stand with us can and will. Many of us have helped the peace and justice people by standing with them and holding their signs and they have helped us while remaining separate. Please wear black or plain dark clothes, and do not bring signs. Men are welcome to leaflet, or to stand in vigil at one end of our group. Tacoma Women in Black is part of an international network of women who vigil for peace, justice and non-violent solutions to conflict. Each group is independent, linked to others by the way women stand together in public places, in silence, wearing black. info Barbara 253-380-0164, or Bmadsen61@hotmail.com or http://www.speakeasy.org/~loris/twib.html#vigil [updated 9/6/09] **THURS JUNE 14, 6-9 p.m., at Shilshole Bay Beach Club, 6413 Seaview Avenue NW, Seattle; METROPOLITAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB of Seattle Gala 56: MDC's 56th Anniversary Awards Banquet and Auction, with Keynote Speaker Jay Inslee and Master of Ceremonies Dow Constantine; Award Recipients: Former Governor Mike Lowry; U.S. Congressman Jim McDermott; and Civil Rights Attorney Ken Macdonald, and special recognition to Former Rep. Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney and others. Join us as we honor our founders and early members, welcome new members and friends, and celebrate 56 years of PROMOTING PROGRESSIVE PUBLIC POLICY, candidates and campaigns. 6-7 pm cash bar and silent auction, 7-9 pm dinner and program. Tickets $100, Sponsor tickets from $150. Register by June 8 with MDC President Justin Simmons at 206-356-6826 or mail your check to MDC Treasurer Joan Lawson, 900 University St. #10MN, Seattle WA 98101-2730. Free parking. Served by Metro bus route 46 until 6:19 p.m., when the last bus arrives there. Following the event, catch routes 17 and 44 at 32nd Avenue NW and NW 54th Street, by the Ballard Locks. info Justin Simmons 206-736- 9882 or http://www.metrodems.org or http://www.facebook.com/metrodems **THURS JUNE 14, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, part of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Steve Lansing, Labor Organizer with UFCW 21, on "ORGANIZE FOR POWER". info http://www.utemple.org JUNE 15-17, at Gonzaga University, Spokane; Gonzaga University is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the ASPAC, Association for ASIAN STUDIES, Pacific, conference with theme Asia at the End of History: Beginnings, Ends, and Transformations. info http://www.gonzaga.edu/aspac/ **FRI JUNE 15, and subsequent Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m., at Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Pl., West of I-5, just North of 50th, Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44, Seattle; Friday Night At the MEANINGFUL MOVIES and Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice present Social Justice documentary film and community discussion! Film: "Koch Brothers Exposed" (80 min, Robert Greenwald, 2012). Hard-hitting investigation of THE 1% AT ITS VERY WORST: Charles and David Koch. The billionaire brothers bankroll a vast network of organizations that work to UNDERMINE THE INTERESTS OF THE 99% on issues ranging from Social Security to the environment to civil rights. This film uncovers the Kochs' corruption, and points the way to how Americans can reclaim their democracy. Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org **SAT & SUN JUNE 16 & 17, 10-8 and 11-6, just north and west of the Fremont Bridge, Seattle; FREMONT SOLSTICE FAIR. Many nonprofit organizations and causes, as well as food and crafts **JUNE 16-17, Seattle CISPES SOLIDARITY CYCLE: "PUTTING THE BRAKES ON DEPORTATIONS." Depart Seattle CISPES office at 8 am, and head to Bainbridge Island and the Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, where we will spend the night before returning the morning of June 17. Registration $40 may be processed through our website, http://www.seattlecispes.org . In addition, cyclists pledge to raise at least $160 through individual sponsorship! CISPES is specifically seeking to reach out to Seattle's immigrant community, which has recently come under attack with the statewide implementation of the Department of Homeland Security's immigrant tracking system, also known as Secure Communities. Funds from the Solidarity Cycle will help the committee to continue educating the public about issues that affect immigrants in the United States, and in particular issues of importance to the Salvadoran community both here and abroad. info 206-325-5494, or seattle@cispes.org **SAT JUNE 16, 8:30 am to 4 pm, at The Seattle School, 2501 Elliott Avenue, Seattle; Examining our Multiracial Experiences: A WORKSHOP FOR MIXED RACE PEOPLE. About 7 million people identify as multiracial nationwide. According to the 2010 Census this is the fastest growing demographic in the United States, with Washington state ranking tenth in the nation. However, underlying these and other statistics are the unique and complex stories of our mixed race experiences that aren't easily measured or often talked about in the literature. Whether it is constantly being asked, 'What are you?' or being told you aren't 'enough' of something, many challenges exist for us. Growing up multiracial often meant figuring out how to navigate those experiences on our own. In this workshop we will come together to examine a model for multiracial identity development, share our complex stories, learn our history and unpack the impact of white supremacy and government influence on the way we view ourselves today as mixed race individuals. Facilitators: Caprice D. Hollins, Psy. D, and Jonnali Mayberry, M.A. Registration: Download the registration form (.doc) and send to Caprice.Hollins@CulturesConnecting.com before June 8. info Caprice.Hollins@CulturesConnecting.com or 206-568-8556 or http://www.culturesconnecting.com **SAT JUNE 16, 1-7 pm, after the Solstice Parade, Gas Works Park, Seattle; WE THE PEOPLE POWER FESTIVAL, A Solstice Celebration Presented By The Fremont Art Council, designed to inspire. It will be a celebration of sustainable living, people powered action and grassroots democracy, with hands-on fun for the whole community! The festival will include colorful, interactive games (with fun prizes!), hands-on workshops, sustainable practices demonstrations, art creation and displays. This Fremont Solstice Celebration will also include a beer garden, lively music and tasty food. In the colorful and can-do spirit of the Fremont Solstice Parade, the goal of the We the People Power Festival is to inspire attendees to identify a personal passion, connect with others who share that passion, and get involved in making a positive difference in our community. info http://www.facebook.com/pages/We-The-People-Power-Festival/339344962795656 or contact peoplepowerseattle@gmail.com *SUN JUNE 17, and subsequent 3rd Sundays, noon - 3 pm, at Northwest Detention Center, 1623 E J St, Tacoma; DEMAND HUMAN RIGHTS AT TACOMA IMMIGRATION PRISON! The government is using racial profiling and violating the rights of immigrant workers whose only "crime" is working. We will bring coffee and food, support and solidarity to visiting families. An injury to one is an injury to all! For carpool/ ride from Seattle call 206-218-4417 [updated 4/22/12] *SUN JUNE 17, and subsequent 3rd Sundays, 2:30 pm, in the Horizon House Forum at 900 University St., Seattle; HEALTH CARE FOR ALL Board Meeting, all welcome, info Mary Margaret 206-382-3785 or http://www.healthcareforallwa.org/calendar/ [confirmed 8/15/10] *SUN JUNE 17, 5 pm potluck, 6 pm announcements, 6:30 - 8 pm program, at Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th, Seattle; Seattle Chapter FELLOWSHIP OF RECONCILIATION presents PEACE GAME NIGHT. An evening of light-hearted cooperative or competitive games. Free, collection will be taken. all welcome. info 206-789-5565 *MON JUNE 18, and subsequent 18th of each month, 5:30 p.m., this month location tba, in or near Bellingham; Monthly Prayer VIGIL FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST. Join others for contemplation, meditation, prayer and liturgy for peace among the peoples of Israel and Palestine. Each month a different faith community sponsors the vigil. If you'd like your community to sponsor, contact Mary Robinson-Mohr 360-733-1325 or 360-734-0217 or http://www.whatcompjc.org/calendar.html [web confirmed 10/10/10] *MON JUNE 18, and subsequent 3rd Mondays (4th Mon Jan & Feb), 5:30-7:30 pm, in the City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 600 4th Ave between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, check website to confirm date, time and place; SEATTLE WOMEN'S COMMISSION MEETING. Meetings open to the public. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. Wheel Chair Accessible. ASL interpretation upon request to 206-684-4537 at least two weeks in advance. info http://www.seattle.gov/womenscommission/meetings.htm or Marta Idowu 206-684-4540 or Marta.Idowu@seattle.gov [web confirmed 10/11/10] JUNE 19, Juneteenth has become a worldwide CELEBRATION OF THE END OF SLAVERY. It commemorates the 1865 emancipation of all the slaves in Texas by General Gordon Grange. African-American men, women and children who had remained enslaved for two and a half years after Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, because there weren't enough Union troops to enforce the order. It is a holiday that reminds us that laws and policies aren't enough without enforcement, that education and information saves lives, and that freedom is precious and hard to come by. Read more about Juneteenth at http://www.juneteenth.com/history.htm *TUES JUNE 19, and most 3rd Tuesdays, please confirm at website, 3-5 p.m., at Planned Parenthood, 2001 E. Madison St., Seattle; SAFE SCHOOLS COALITION meeting, a public- private partnership of organizations (government agencies, schools, community agencies, churches, youth/student groups, gay/lesbian groups, human rights groups) and 400+ individuals working to help schools become safe places where every family can belong, where every educator can teach, and where every child can learn, regardless of GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. Everyone is welcome - students, school employees, parents/guardians, community agencies, and individual community members. All Ages Welcome. You don't need to be a member to attend a Coalition meeting. It's not a "board" meeting. We network, plan joint projects, problem-solve, share cool freebies, and often have a speaker or video. Please park on the streets, don't park in the Planned Parenthood or church parking lot. attend in person or by phone; Please don't have your cell phone out on the first floor at Planned Parenthood due to HPAA (medical privacy) regs. details about how to call in or attend, and info Beth 206-296-4970 or beth.reis@kingcounty.gov or http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/meet_who_when_where.htm l or 206-451-SAFE (7233) or Mo 253-671-2838 *TUES JUNE 19, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm, at the Seattle University Admission & Alumni building, 824 12th Ave. (SE corner of 12th & E. Marion), Seattle; Seattle Police Department/LGBTQ Advisory Council Meeting. The Seattle POLICE DEPARTMENT'S SEXUAL MINORITIES/LGBTQ ADVISORY COUNCIL is a Council established by the Police Department to increase relationships and communications between the community and the Department. info 206-684- 8760 or Daniel Dueball Daniel.Dueball@seattle.gov or http://www.seattlelgbt.org [updated 10/14/10] *TUES JUNE 19, 7-9 pm, at Muslim Association of Puget Sound, 17550 NE 67th Court, Redmond; "Many Cultures, One Community," a monthly program of the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) that seeks to build strong connections and opportunities for COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY AND THE LARGER COMMUNITY in the Puget Sound area. This program highlights aspects of the Islamic culture that would be of interest to people from different cultures and backgrounds. Join us for a film, casual conversation, and a delicious dinner in a warm and welcoming environment. We are neighbors. Let's get to know each other! This month topic tbd. Please register: http://tinyurl.com/MAPS-MCOC, info maps.mcoc@gmail.com *TUES JUNE 19, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm, at Mosaic Coffeehouse 4401 2nd Ave NE, Wallingford, Seattle; meeting of the Seattle Burma Roundtable working to promote HUMAN RIGHTS IN BURMA; info 206-784-6873 or burma@u.washington.edu or http://students.washington.edu/burma/ [confirmed 4/17/11] JUNE 20, United Nations WORLD REFUGEE DAY **WEDS JUNE 20, 6 pm, at Conference Room, Intiman Playhouse Theater at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St., Seattle, near Metro Bus Nos. 1, 2, 13 and 30; Transpartisan Alliance Monthly Salon on TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION. We are continuing our lively discussion about EARTH'S NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. We will begin with a potluck, All are welcome *WEDS JUNE 20, and subsequent 3rd Wednesdays, 6-8 or 9 p.m., at Cascade People's Center, 309 Pontius Ave. N., Seattle; meeting of CASCADE NEIGHBORHOOD Council, SOUTH LAKE UNION neighborhood, info cncsecretary@hotmail.com [updated 10/14/10] JUNE 21- 24, at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, Washington DC; The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) will hold its Annual National Convention. The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), which is non-profit, non-sectarian and non-partisan, is the largest grassroots ARAB-AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES ORGANIZATION in the United States. All ADC members and friends are welcome at the convention. The theme is "Taking Charge, Moving Forward: Decision 2012." Moving forward means coming together as one community in all our richness and diversity, and creating our own narrative. Early-bird rates expire April 23. Earlybird discount full-package registration rate for members: $260, non-members: $300, and students: $210. info http://www.adc.org/convention *THURS JUNE 21, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, but please confirm at website, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the 3rd floor conference room, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), OPARB is charged with providing citizen (volunteer) oversight of OPA, which is what police internal investigations used to be. OPARB reviews closed cases only, and ensures that OPA is following their policies. They also may make recommendations for policy changes. They also meet with the public to educate them about how to make effective complaints and resolve issues with police. Open to the public. info http://www.seattle.gov/council/oparb/ [updated 10/10/10] *THURS JUNE 21, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays (Sept to June skipping December), 6-8 p.m., location tba, Seattle area; QUEER PARENTS NETWORKING DINNER. Dinner and childcare is on us! A monthly dinner to meet other LGBTQ families and parents, talk about parenting and other issues that are affecting their lives. Open to ALL Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian, Gay, Two-Spirited, Queer and Questioning families, including co-parents, and people who have a significant role in the life of a child. Please RSVP to DeAnn Alcantara Thompson deann@nwnetwork.org or 206-568- 7777, TTY 206-517-9670, so we can plan for dinner and childcare. We look forward to seeing you there! Hosted by: The Northwest Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse [updated 11/15/10] *THURS JUNE 21, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, in City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 601 Fifth Ave between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, check website to confirm date, time and place; Seattle COMMISSION FOR SEXUAL MINORITIES MEETING. Meetings open to the public. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. Wheel Chair Accessible. ASL interpretation upon request to 206-684-4514 at least two weeks in advance. info http://www.seattle.gov/scsm/meetings.htm or Marta Idowu marta.idowu@seattle.gov or 206-684-4540 [web confirmed 10/11/10] **THURS JUNE 21, 7 pm, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd Street, Seattle; A Common Good Cafe, last of a seven week series about CORPORATE POWER AND POLITICS. A conversational cafe where we practice the art of civil, civic conversation. The format will be to listen to a presenter, followed by small group conversation, followed by group-led dialogue with the presenter. Each week will end with a call to some form of direct action/follow-up. After all, there is no sense learning stuff if you don't do anything with what you've learned. This session features Jeff Reifman of Envision Seattle on "Measure I103 - LIMITING CORPORATE POWER IN SEATTLE". info http://www.utemple.org *THURS JUNE 21, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., GLBT LEGAL CLINIC. Have you and your significant other recently decided to get registered but you have questions about what that means legally? Are you already registered and curious about the recent changes in the law? Are you thinking about having children together and want to know how to make sure you both have parental rights? Do you have other questions about adoption, surrogacy, etc.? Or are you and your partner breaking up and needing help getting a "divorce"? Are you concerned about an experience on the job and wondering if you're being discriminated against? Are you transitioning gender and wanting help making your legal paperwork match your gender? These are just some of the issues the GLBT Legal Clinic can help you with. The GLBT Legal Clinic is sponsored by the GLBT Bar Association of Washington Foundation (QLaw Foundation) and is one of the King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinic Specialty Clinics. The clinic is free of charge. At the clinic, volunteer attorneys assist clients in 30 minute client meetings. The attorneys provide clients with individualized legal advice and information. Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/ dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues. The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Help us advertise the clinic by looking for us on Facebook, and add a link to our page http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/GLBT-Legal-Clinic/243224955160, Appointments can be made by calling 206-235-7325 Tuesdays between noon and 3 p.m. **SAT JUNE 23, Capitol Hill PRIDE FESTIVAL during the day, DYKE MARCH during the evening **SUN JUNE 24, PRIDE PARADE and Pridefest at Seattle Center **SUN JUNE 24, 5-8 pm, at Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th, Seattle; Seattle Chapter FELLOWSHIP OF RECONCILIATION presents its 3rd ever PEACE GAME NIGHT. Potlcuk dinner, followed by fun collaborative and competitive games and exercises. Free, collection will be taken. all welcome. info 206-789-5565 JUNE 25-30, in Port Townsend, WA; The Mandala Center For Change presents "THEATRE OF THE OPPRESSED Facilitator Training: Waging Peace - Designing Justice". Our 14th annual 6-day workshop for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their craft. Facilitated by Marc Weinblatt. The Mandala Center for Change is a multi-disciplinary education organization dedicated to community dialogue, social justice, and societal transformation. Through experiential workshops, theatre performances, and other creative events, the Mandala Center invites people to be more awake, alive and empowered to take action towards a more just and joyous life for all people. No experience required. $ arrangements available based on need. $475; $425 if paid by April 30. info 360-344-3435 or info@mandalaforchange.com or http://www.mandalaforchange.com **MON JUNE 25, and subsequent 4th Mondays, 6:30-9 pm, check the website to confirm, at the Sunset Hill Community Center, ground floor, at corner of 30th NW & NW 66th, in Ballard, Seattle; SUSTAINABLE BALLARD meeting and Potluck at 6:30, please bring a dish or $5 to contribute to food order. Please bring your own bowl, spoon & cup. This meeting: topic TBA. Sustainable Ballard's efforts are aimed at preparing for societal, economic, transportation and infrastructural changes that we see coming from OIL DEPLETION in the next decade or sooner. We do not have much time. We do not have the answers either. Each of us have skills we can bring to this effort. info info@sustainableballard.org or 206-789-7646 or http://www.sustainableballard.org [usual time confirmed 6/10/11] JUNE 26, United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and International Day in SUPPORT OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE **TUES JUNE 26, and subsequent 4th Tuesdays, 7-9 pm, at Seattle Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle; NW BIODIESEL MEETING. Alternating months between special topic and Biodiesel 101, see website for details. info nwbiodiesel@gmail.com or http://www.nwbiodiesel.org/monthly-meetings/ [web confirmed 10/11/10] **WEDS JUNE 27, noon-1:30 p.m., at Plaza 600 Bldg., 600 Stewart St., Ste. 205, Seattle; METROPOLITAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB of Seattle Annual Meeting. info Justin Simmons 206- 736-9882 or http://www.metrodems.org or http://www.facebook.com/metrodems **THURS JUNE 28, If you care about helping to END HUMAN TRAFFICKING, you & guests are specially invited to the inaugural Hope For Justice Benefit "Art Of Freedom." *80% of all donations will resource service providers doing rescues and restoring. info info@hopeforjustice.org *FRI JUNE 29 - MON JULY 2, 2012, at Seabeck WA; at Seabeck Conference Center, 54th Annual FELLOWSHIP OF RECONCILIATION Regional Conference at Seabeck, WA, "LIVING THE DREAM OF JUSTICE AND PEACE: OCCUPY AND BEYOND." Keynote Speakers are Dr. Aaron Wolf on "Healing the Enlightenment Rift: Rationality, Spirituality, and Shared Waters" and Reverend Lucas Johnson. Dr. Wolf's work focuses on negotiating transboundary water treaties, where his training combining environmental science with dispute resolution theory and practice have been particularly appropriate. Rev. Johnson is currently serving as a teaching assistant with Vincent Harding at Morehouse College in Atlanta, focusing on a course "The Last Years of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Life and the Future of American Democracy." With workshops, music, child and youth educational programs in a beautiful setting on the Hood Canal. info and registration John Roy Wilson 503-585-5436 or jrw45@comcast.net or Janet Hawkins 503-244-7703 or janetchawkins@msn.com or http://www.ofor.org FRI JUNE 29 - SUN JULY 1, in Baltimore MD; National Conference of NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN, info http://www.now.org/conference or now@now.org or 202-628- 8669 **FRI JUNE 29, and subsequent last Fridays, 5:30 p.m., at Westlake Park, downtown, 4th & Pine, Seattle; CRITICAL MASS, an organized coincidence of bicyclists who ride around the streets of Seattle en masse. It happens when a lot of cyclists happen to be in the same place at the same time and decide to cycle the same way together for a while. Come join the fun! [sorry, have no info contacts for this event, anybody connected with the event, please confirm] **SAT JUNE 30, 6-9 pm, at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, 104 17th Avenue South, Seattle; Celebrate 40 Years - LANGSTON HUGHES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER! Celebrate our 40th year and the grand opening of the newly renovatedCenter. Dinner, Dessert, Auction, Performance, Fund A Program. Proceeds benefit Langston Hughes Educational Programming, Summer Teen Musical & Langston Hughes Youth Performing Arts Academy. Meet legendary artists Josephine Baker, James Baldwin, Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday, Langston Hughes, Mom's Mabley. Tickets: $100, VIP $250. 5:15 pm VIP Reception, 6 pm Social Hour, 6:45 pm Dinner, 8:15 pm Performance. Register at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/246738, info 206- 684-4758 SUN JULY 1, 10 am - 4 pm, in Port Townsend, WA; The Mandala Center For Change presents "Intro To Playback Theater" Facilitated by Zhaleh Almaee. This 1-day workshop offers a basic introduction to three of Playback's key elements: ritual STORYTELLING, DEEP LISTENING, AND COMMUNITY BUILDING. Learn fun ways to create authentic connections and whet your Playback Theatre appetite. Take by itself or tag on to the week-long T.O. training June 25above. The Mandala Center for Change is a multi- disciplinary education organization dedicated to community dialogue, social justice, and societal transformation. Through experiential workshops, theatre performances, and other creative events, the Mandala Center invites people to be more awake, alive and empowered to take action towards a more just and joyous life for all people. No experience required. $ arrangements available based on need. $75. info 360-344-3435 or info@mandalaforchange.com or http://www.mandalaforchange.com **SUN JULY 1, and subsequent 1st Sundays, 1:30 pm, at Westlake Park, 4th Ave. and Pine St., downtown Seattle; Silent Vigil to STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING led by Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center. info Intercommunity Peace and Justice Center 206-223-1138 [confirmed 8/31/11] **MON JULY 2, and subsequent 1st Mondays, 4-5:30 pm, at NAC, 1618 S. Lane St. Suite 201, Seattle; Free GRANTWRITING CLINICS for Nonprofits. A joint venture between the Nonprofit Assistance Center and the Puget Sound Grant Writers Association Nonprofit Assistance Center. Up to 2 members from an organization may bring a RFP, application guidelines, draft proposal or a proposal not funded and an experienced grant writer will give you one- on-one guidance! Organizations must have budgets under $500,000. Seen by appointment only, phone for appointment. info 206-324-5850 ext 10 or http://www.nacseattle.org or info@NACSeattle.org [web confirmed 10/8/10] **TUES JULY 3, and subsequent 1st Tuesdays, 6:30 pm, at Mosaic Coffee House, 4401 2nd Avenue NE, Seattle, located in the Church of the Nazarene, directly behind the Dick's Drive in on N. 45th in Wallingford, near bus routes 16, 26 and 44, parking is available behind Dick's Drive In; meeting of Amnesty International Group 4, working to PROTECT HUMAN RIGHTS WORLDWIDE; this meeting, topic TBA. info http://amnestyseattle.org/ or aigroup4@gmail.com or 206-622-2741 [updated 10/25/10] **TUES JULY 3, and subsequent 1st Tuesdays, 7 p.m., phone for location, Seattle; meeting of CITIZENS FOR OVERT ACTION, educating the public about the threat to democracy here and abroad posed by covert action, told us about the CIA- Crack connection a decade before the San Jose Mercury report came out, info and to confirm meeting dates 206-547- 7735 [confirmed 6/2/10] **JULY 5, and subsequent 5th day of each month (or phone the following weekday if the 5th is on the weekend), On the 5th Day of Every Month Take Action to Free the Cuban Five, FIVE CUBAN MEN IMPRISONED IN THE US. President Obama has more than enough proof of the innocence of the Cuban 5. He knows that they never were a threat to US National Security, that they carried no guns and that their only objective was to monitor terrorist organizations based in Miami to avoid the death of more innocent people. Phone the President 202-456-1111, Fax 202-456-2461, send an electronic message via http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact, info http://www.ifconews.org **THURS JULY 5, and subsequent 1st Thursdays, 6-8 pm, in the City Hall, Boards & Commission Conference Room CH L280, 601 Fifth Ave between Cherry and James Streets, downtown Seattle, phone or check website to confirm date, time and place; Seattle HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING. SHRC is made up of 15 citizen representatives who advise the Mayor, the City Council, & all City of Seattle Depts in matters regarding human rights. The commission advocates for justice & equal opportunity & collaborates with & educates the public & private sectors about how to prevent & eliminate discrimination city-wide. Meetings open to the public. You can now listen to the SHRC meetings by calling 206-684-4718. Members of the public attending the City on official business will find several accessible parking stalls at the Sea-Park Parking Garage, located at 609 Six Avenue. info Felicia Yearwood-Murrell 206-684-4537 or Felicia.Yearwood-Murrell@seattle.gov or http://www.seattle.gov/humanrights/meetings.htm [web confirmed / updated 10/10/10] **JULY 6-8, at Mir Centre, BC, Canada; BC VOICE OF WOMEN PEACE CAMP, With peace-making skills training: "Exercise your nonviolence muscles." Connect with potential collaborators and participants; Share and create materials and curriculum; Attend as a young women camper, age 15-35 (or sponsor Camper with travel expenses, billeting, meals); Attend for any portion, self-funded, as a woman peace-maker of any age; Participate in on-going mutual mentoring and collaborating pre- and post Camp; Run a parallel project for young men; Prepare future Camp Facilitators (train the trainers). Your inspiration and collaboration is welcome! info Voice of Women (VOW) for Peace 416-603-7915 or http://www.vowpeace.org or madelynmackay@hotmail.com **FRI JULY 6, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 4-5 pm, at Bayview Park and Ride, intersection of HWY 525 and Bayview Road, Whidbey Island; SOUTH WHIDBEY WOMEN IN BLACK PEACE VIGIL, info tenaly@whidbey.com [updated 11/6/11] **MON JULY 9, and subsequent 2nd Mondays, 6-8 pm, at Lutheran Community Services Northwest, in the MetLife building just south of the Transit Center near Northgate Mall, 115 NE 100th St, Suite 200, Seattle; Would you like to rekindle the hope of a REFUGEE CHILD WHO HAS FLED CIVIL CONFLICT OR PERSECUTION? If you live in King/Snohomish County you could become a foster parent with LCSNW's Refugee and Immigrant Children's Program. Countries around the world resettle refugee families and adult refugees. But only the U.S. welcomes the most vulnerable refugees of all: refugee youth without an adult caregiver. And only 21 cities in the nation - including Seattle - have a child welfare program customized to the challenges and aspirations of these brave youth. The need is greatest for foster homes for teenagers and sibling groups from Burma and the Congo. We also need bilingual Spanish-speaking foster parents for immigrant youth from Central America and Mexico. Foster youths' expenses are covered and they receive full medical and dental coverage. Would you - and/or a parent, friend, or colleague of yours - like to learn more about this rare opportunity? sign up for a "Foster Care Info Night" with Erika eberg@lcsnw.org or 206- 694-5780 or http://www.refugeechildren.net [updated 3/13/11] JULY 7-13, in Corbett, OR, just outside of Gresham; Life-Changing Summer Camp Opportunity for YOUTH MAKING A DIFFERENCE! Youth Empowered Action (YEA) Camp is a unique and inspiring summer leadership program for youth 12-17 who want to make a difference in the world. A week-long sleep- away program in a beautiful camp setting, YEA campers choose an issue of importance to them (for example, some have chosen climate change, racism, homophobia, homelessness, or animal rights) and they build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and community to take action on that issue once they get home. They also build life-long friendships between youth with similar interests in bettering their community and society. Youth who have participated in our programs report that the camp was one of the most fun, memorable and life-changing experiences they have had, and, with YEA's support, many have gone on to start school clubs, plan fundraisers for nonprofits, organize a call-in to Congress, and attend hearings to comment about important community issues. info http://www.yeacamp.org or http://youtu.be/rJ4T15gx_UU or https://www.facebook.com/YEACamp **SAT JULY 7, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, please confirm at website, 10 am, at the cafe in Third Place Books-Ravenna; SEATTLE ESPERANTO SOCIETY, the Seattle chapter of an international peace movement. The meeting is an informal discussion and language practice; beginners are welcome. info http://seattleesperanto.org, Free online Esperanto lessons at http://www.lernu.net [web confirmed & updated 10/10/10] **SAT JULY 7, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., at the Keystone Congregational Church, 5019 Keystone Place N, just north of N 50th and Sunnyside N, Seattle; regular meeting of the merged Citizens Concerned for the People of Iraq and the Interfaith Network of Concern for the People of Iraq, since 1996 challenging the U.S. embargo which killed thousands of chidren per month, now reassessing how to PROMOTE PEACE AND SUPPORT IRAQIS; INOC is a program unit of the Church Council of Greater Seattle, info John Reinke 425-869-8793 or http://www.concernforiraq.org [usual time confirmed 5/2/12] JULY 12-15, at the University of Baltimore; GREEN PARTY PRESIDENTIAL NOMINATING CONVENTION AND ANNUAL MEETING. Come for workshops on Thurs and Fri, Green Party National Committee business meetings and the Presidential Nominating Convention on Sat July 14. Special events and fundraisers for Fri and Sat nights. The race for the Green Party's Presidential nomination is heating up - candidates Jill Stein, Roseanne Barr, and Kent Mesplay have all won delegates to our national nominating convention. Make sure to be in Baltimore to see who wins! info gpinfo@gp.org JULY 12-13, at University of Washington, Seattle; the Fourth INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON CLIMATE CHANGE: Impacts and Responses. info http://www.Climate-Conference.com *THURS JULY 12, WA PHYSICIANS FOR SOCIAL RESONSIBILITY Annual Dinner JULY 13-15, at the Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, Berkeley Marina, Berkeley, CA; Think Outside the Boxes: EXPANDING OUR UNDERSTANDING OF GENDER. The 2012 Gender Spectrum Family Conference and Professionals' Workshop. Last summer's event brought together more than 450 parents, children, youth, professionals and others committed to a gender inclusive environment for all young people. With more than 30 workshops for adults, extensive programming for teens, a specifically tailored tween program and our incredible Kids Camp, it was truly an inspiring weekend. Please join us in making this year's event even more spectacular. An exciting weekend of workshops and family fun. info Gender Spectrum 510-567- 3977 or info@genderspectrum.org JULY 14-20, in Corbett, OR, just outside of Gresham; Life-Changing Summer Camp Opportunity for YOUTH MAKING A DIFFERENCE! Youth Empowered Action (YEA) Camp is a unique and inspiring summer leadership program for youth 12-17 who want to make a difference in the world. A week-long sleep- away program in a beautiful camp setting, YEA campers choose an issue of importance to them (for example, some have chosen climate change, racism, homophobia, homelessness, or animal rights) and they build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and community to take action on that issue once they get home. They also build life-long friendships between youth with similar interests in bettering their community and society. Youth who have participated in our programs report that the camp was one of the most fun, memorable and life-changing experiences they have had, and, with YEA's support, many have gone on to start school clubs, plan fundraisers for nonprofits, organize a call-in to Congress, and attend hearings to comment about important community issues. info http://www.yeacamp.org or http://youtu.be/rJ4T15gx_UU or https://www.facebook.com/YEACamp **SAT JULY 14, Happy Hour 5 pm, Dinner 6:30 pm, at St. Demetrios Church, 2100 Boyer Avenue East, Montlake, Seattle; Community Alliance for Global Justice's 6th Annual STRENGTHENING LOCAL ECONOMIES EVERYWHERE! Dinner. Join CAGJ for this exciting Community Event and annual CAGJ Fundraiser, where we will celebrate the publication of the 2nd edition of CAGJ's book, Our Food, Our Right: Recipes for Food Justice. The dinner brings together over 400 local advocates, farmers, food workers, and allied organizations to celebrate CAGJ's organizing for global justice. We are very excited to announce this year's Keynote! To highlight the publication of CAGJ's book, two of our contributors, Valerie Segrest and Elise Krohn from the Northwest Indian College Traditional Plants and Foods Program, will be our keynote speakers. Valerie also founded the Muckleshoot Food Sovereignty Project. Through their work on health and social justice, Valerie and Elise aim to reintroduce traditional foods into the diets of native people in the Pacific Northwest. Tickets http://www.brownpapertickets.com, Sliding scale $40-$100. info contact_us@seattleglobaljustice.org **JULY 16 TO 26, Delegation to VENEZUELA: FOOD SOVEREIGNTY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND COMMUNITY POWER. We will examine issues of land reform, urban agriculture, rural development, fishing rights, and food sovereignty within a dynamic political context. Venezuela is an outstanding example of a country that strives to ensure its citizens' right to food while bolstering its domestic agriculture sector, with an emphasis on sustainable agriculture. We will also explore other areas of social transformation, including education, healthcare, and direct citizen participation in the political process. Plus trips to beaches, parks, and other sites of interest. Cost $1100 will cover all lodging, all ground transportation, 2 meals per day, qualified trip leaders, and Spanish-English interpretation. Additional expenses during the trip will be minimal. Airfare not included. info or to hold a spot for the trip, cbalbertolovera@gmail. com as soon as possible. Sponsored by the Alberto Lovera Bolivarian Circle of New York. info http://wp.me/puMTZ-6V **TUES JULY 17, and most 3rd Tuesdays, please confirm at website, 2-4 p.m., [summe meeting hours] at Planned Parenthood, 2001 E. Madison St., Seattle; SAFE SCHOOLS COALITION meeting, a public-private partnership of organizations (government agencies, schools, community agencies, churches, youth/student groups, gay/lesbian groups, human rights groups) and 400+ individuals working to help schools become safe places where every family can belong, where every educator can teach, and where every child can learn, regardless of GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. Everyone is welcome - students, school employees, parents/guardians, community agencies, and individual community members. All Ages Welcome. You don't need to be a member to attend a Coalition meeting. It's not a "board" meeting. We network, plan joint projects, problem-solve, share cool freebies, and often have a speaker or video. Please park on the streets, don't park in the Planned Parenthood or church parking lot. attend in person or by phone; Please don't have your cell phone out on the first floor at Planned Parenthood due to HPAA (medical privacy) regs. details about how to call in or attend, and info Beth 206-296-4970 or beth.reis@kingcounty.gov or http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/meet_who_when_where.htm l or 206-451-SAFE (7233) or Heather 206-616-6361 **TUES JULY 17, 6 pm, at Conference Room, Intiman Playhouse Theater at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St., Seattle, near Metro Bus Nos. 1, 2, 13 and 30; Transpartisan Alliance Monthly Salon on HEALTH AND WELLNESS. We are continuing our lively discussion about EARTH'S NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. We will begin with a potluck, All are welcome AUG 6, Hiroshima Day, anniversary of day in 1945 when the first NUCLEAR WEAPON WAS DROPPED ON THE CITY OF HIROSHIMA, Japan, first use of a nuclear weapon in war **TUES AUG 7, Election in Seattle. Includes a seven- year, $122.6 million property tax levy on the to SUPPORT THE SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY. This levy will restore the services that have been cut from the City budget since the recession began, protect the library from further cuts, and add funding for service hours, expanded collections, including electronic materials, better technology, and maintenance of the Central Library and 26 branches. AUG 9, Nagasaki Day, anniversary of day in 1945 when a 2nd NUCLEAR WEAPON WAS DROPPED ON THE CITY OF NAGASAKI, Japan, last use of a nuclear weapon in war AUG 11-19, in Eugene, Oregon; Common Circle Education, the nation's leadership, sustainable living and permaculture school presents REGENERATIVE LEADERSHIP & URBAN PERMACULTURE DESIGN. info http://commoncircle.com or 1-800-376-3775 or vladislav@commoncircle.com **SUN AUG 19, 4-7 pm, at Woodland Park shelter number 7, Seattle; Seattle Chapter FELLOWSHIP OF RECONCILIATION annual picnic and potluck dinner. Free, collection will be taken. all welcome. info 206-789-5565 **TUES AUG 21, 6 pm, at Conference Room, Intiman Playhouse Theater at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St., Seattle, near Metro Bus Nos. 1, 2, 13 and 30; Transpartisan Alliance Monthly Salon on EDUCATION AND LEARNING. We are continuing our lively discussion about EARTH'S NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. We will begin with a potluck, All are welcome AUG 23, United Nations International Day for the REMEMBRANCE OF THE SLAVE TRADE AND ITS ABOLITION AUG 26, WOMEN'S EQUALITY DAY SEPTEMBER is HUNGER ACTION Month **WEDS SEPT 5, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, but please confirm at website, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., in the Boards & Commissions meeting room L280, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), OPARB is charged with providing citizen (volunteer) oversight of OPA, which is what police internal investigations used to be. OPARB reviews closed cases only, and ensures that OPA is following their policies. They also may make recommendations for policy changes. They also meet with the public to educate them about how to make effective complaints and resolve issues with police. Open to the public. info http://www.seattle.gov/council/oparb/ [updated 10/10/10] **WEDS SEPT 5, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, 5:30-7 pm, at Wallingford Community Senior Center, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Avenue North, Seattle; MONTHLY COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS PLANNING. Agenda for this meeting tba [added 4/4/11] SAT & SUN SEPT 8-9, 9:30 am - 6 pm, in Seattle; Compassionate Listening 2-day Basic Intensive workshop. Would you like to bring a great gift to yourself and your loved ones? What would it be like to offer a deepened capacity for compassion? BECOME A COMPASSIONATE LISTENER, and learn ways to foster BRINGING PEACE AND HEALING to your life and our world. Many professionals, teachers, parents, counselors, coaches, mediators, etc. have found their work greatly enhanced through integrating the deep and powerful practices of Compassionate Listening. Your personal life will be enhanced, with improved relationships with family, friends and co-workers? and bring compassionate support to yourself. You will develop skills in our five core practices: Cultivate Compassion; Develop the Fair Witness; Respect Self and Others; Listen with the Heart; Speak from the Heart. registration http://september2012intensive.eventbrite.com/ Sliding scale for two day: $175-375. Partial scholarship money may also be available so please don't let finances be an obstacle. info Andrea Cohen cohencomm@comcast.net or 206- 523-6018 SEPT 8, United Nations INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY. info http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/education-building-blocks/literacy/ SEPT 16, MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY **WEDS SEPT 19, 6 pm, at Conference Room, Intiman Playhouse Theater at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer St., Seattle, near Metro Bus Nos. 1, 2, 13 and 30; Transpartisan Alliance Monthly Salon on BUSINESS AND EXCHANGE. We are continuing our lively discussion about EARTH'S NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. We will begin with a potluck, All are welcome *SEPT 21, Truce 2012, a GLOBAL CEASEFIRE planned for the INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE *SUN SEPT 30, SUSTAINABLE BALLARD FESTIVAL will revolve around a skills and repair fair! We'll also feature green home and garden tips and a new waste reduction campaign. Join us at this open house with your great ideas and enthusiasm. info http://www.sustainableballard.org SEPT 21, everywhere, United Nations INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE, info about events http://internationaldayofpeace.org/participate/find_an_even t.html SAT SEPT 22, at Bell Harbor International Conference Center, Seattle; NARAL PRO-CHOICE WASHINGTON's 32nd Annual Liberty Ball Auction. info info@prochoicewashington.org OCTOBER is DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS Month, for events related to Domestic Violence Awareness Month, please see a Calendar of Events http://kccadv.org OCTOBER is DISABILITY AWARENESS Month, AND BREAST CANCER awareness month OCTOBER is FILIPINO HERITAGE month, FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH, info http://www.fanhs-national.org/History.html or http://www.geocities.com/fasa_usc/culture/filamonth.htm or http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filipino_American_History_Mont h OCTOBER is LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER AND INTERSEX HISTORY Month. October holds the anniversaries of the 1979 and 1987 National Marches on Washington, DC for Lesbian and Gay Rights, the latter's date - October 11 - now being recognized as National Coming Out Day. There will be a new 30-second video available to you free every day at http://www.glbthistorymonth.com, info http://www.glsenco.org/Students/glbt_history_month.htm OCTOBER IS FAIR TRADE MONTH in the U.S., info http://www.fairtradetownsusa.org OCT 2, Mohandas GANDHI'S BIRTHDAY **OCT 8-9, in Seattle; the 10th annual Bridge from SCHOOL TO AFTERSCHOOL AND BACK Conference. The Bridge Conference brings together afterschool and youth development (AYD) professionals, school leaders (e.g. superintendents, principals and classroom teachers), funders, researchers, policymakers, trainers/coaches and business leaders from across the country. The Conference focuses on research, cutting-edge resources and strategies relevant to strengthening the services that youth (in grades K-12) receive both in and out of school. In our 10th annual Bridge Conference we focus on: Empower Youth Voices.info http://www.schoolsoutwashington.org or rlumwitkoske@schoolsoutwashington.org or 206-336-6919 OCT 11, National Coming Out Day is an internationally- observed day for coming out and conversation about GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, AND QUEER (LGBTQ) issues. info http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/RG-coming_out.html or http://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Coming-Out-Day/108332482524425 OCT 16, United Nations WORLD FOOD DAY, info http://www.worldfooddayusa.org/ OCT 22, NATIONAL DAY AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY OCT 24, UNITED NATIONS DAY, info http://www.unausa.org/calendar OCT 26, everywhere; INTERSEX AWARENESS DAY. On October 26, 1996, intersex activists from Intersex Society of North America (carrying the sign Hermaphrodites With Attitude) and allies from Transexual Menace held the first public intersex demonstration in Boston, where American Academy of Pediatrics was holding its annual conference. The action generated a lot of press coverage, and made it difficult for the medical community to continue to neglect our growing movement. Since then, activists have used October 26 as a day of grass-roots action to end the shame and secrecy surrounding intersex individuals, as well as the unwanted genital cosmetic surgeries that are performed on intersex children (with or without the parents' knowledge and consent). There are many ways to show your support from participate in event/protest in your community to sharing a film with others! SUN OCT 31, UNICEF DAY, info United Nations Association Seattle Chapter, 206-568-1959 or http://www.unaseattle.org or info@unaseattle.org NOVEMBER is NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTH, National American Indian Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the accomplishments of the peoples who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of the United States. info http://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/ or http://www.loc.gov/law/help/commemorative-observations/american-indian.php NOVEMBER is NATIONAL ADOPTION AWARENESS MONTH. info http://national-adoption-month.adoption.com/ NOV 1-4, 2012, at Depaul University, Chicago, Illinois; Critical Mixed Race Studies Conference "What is CRITICAL MIXED RACE STUDIES?" The CMRS conference brings together scholars from a variety of disciplines nationwide. Recognizing that the diverse disciplines that have nurtured Mixed Race Studies have fostered different approaches to the field, the 2012 CMRS conference is devoted to the general theme "What is Critical Mixed Race Studies?" info http://las.depaul.edu/cmrs or cmrs@depaul.edu NOV 20, National TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE is held to honor those murdered - at least one a month in the United States alone - for transgressing the rigid gender expectations of the society in which they live. http://www.gender.org/remember/day/ NOV 20, Universal CHILDREN'S DAY NOV 20, NATIONAL ADOPTION DAY, a national day of celebration of adoptive families and an opportunity for courts to open their doors and finalize the adoptions of children from foster care. Since 2000, more than 30,000 children have had their adoptions finalized on National Adoption Day. This year on November 20, families, adoption advocates, policymakers, judges and volunteers will come together and celebrate adoption in communities large and small all across the nation. info http://www.nationaladoptionday.org/ FRI NOV 23, BUY NOTHING DAY, traditionally the busiest shopping day of the year. Get together and take a stand against the chronic overconsumption that is the mother of all our ecological, psychological and political problems. Don't succumb to the advertising! Don't buy worthless gifts! an annual celebration of non-consumerism, info http://www.adbusters.org/campaigns/bnd NOV 25, United Nations International Day for the ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN. SAT & SUN DEC 1-2, 9:30 am - 6 pm, on Bainbridge Island; Compassionate Listening 2-day Basic Intensive workshop. Would you like to bring a great gift to yourself and your loved ones? What would it be like to offer a deepened capacity for compassion? BECOME A COMPASSIONATE LISTENER, and learn ways to foster BRINGING PEACE AND HEALING to your life and our world. Many professionals, teachers, parents, counselors, coaches, mediators, etc. have found their work greatly enhanced through integrating the deep and powerful practices of Compassionate Listening. Your personal life will be enhanced, with improved relationships with family, friends and co-workers? and bring compassionate support to yourself. You will develop skills in our five core practices: Cultivate Compassion; Develop the Fair Witness; Respect Self and Others; Listen with the Heart; Speak from the Heart. registration http://december2012.eventbrite.com/ Sliding scale for two day: $175-375. Partial scholarship money may also be available so please don't let finances be an obstacle. info Andrea Cohen cohencomm@comcast.net or 206-523-6018 SAT DEC 1, annual PRISONERS FOR PEACE DAY, a way to support those imprisoned for their stand against war and war preparations, by sending greeting cards to prisoners, and raising public awareness of prisoners for peace. SAT DEC 1, WORLD AIDS DAY. We can stop the spread of HIV. Take Action Today. Around forty million people are living with HIV throughout the world - and that number increases in every region every day. In the UK alone, more than 60,000 people are living with HIV and more than 7,000 more are diagnosed every year. Ignorance and prejudice are fuelling the spread of a preventable disease. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS. This year, it's up to you, me and us to stop the spread of HIV and end prejudice. This starts by taking action. info http://www.worldaidsday.org/ info http://www.worldaidscampaign.org/ or http://aids.gov/world-aids-day/ DEC 2, International Day for the ABOLITION OF SLAVERY FRI DEC 10, HUMAN RIGHTS DAY Commemorates the adoption of the UNIVERSAL DECLARATION of Human Rights by the U.N. General Assembly. This was the first global enunciation of human rights. It is the foundation of international human rights law, the first universal statement on the basic principles of inalienable human rights, and a common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations. See the 2010 page: http://www.un.org/en/events/humanrightsday/2010/ and also information about stopping US torture, http://www.nrcat.org/human_rights_day THURS DEC 15, Bill of Rights Day. Actions to take place in many areas around the country AGAINST THE THE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT of 2012 and other attacks on civil liberties. The Bill of rights was ratified 221 years ago, on December 15, 1791. It is shameful that today, in the United States, we are forced to come together in defense of the Bill of Rights and our civil liberties, as the representatives of the 1% who rule this country continue to take our rights away. Congress is today attempting to bury the Bill of Rights. The National Defense Authorization Act of 2012 (NDAA) includes language proposed by Democratic Sen. Carl Levin and Republican Sen. John McCain that allows for the arrest and indefinite detention of U.S. citizens by the military, on U.S. soil and without the right of trial. This is an egregious violation of our first amendment rights and comes at a time when we are witnessing unprecedented attacks on our civil liberties. SAT DEC 25, Christmas Holiday for most Christians. Christians over the world celebrate the birth of Jesus, the "Prince of Peace." DO SOMETHING FOR PEACE! WEDS JAN 11, 2013, 11TH ANNIVERSARY OF GUANTANAMO BAY PRISON. 171 prisoners are still there (1/1/12). Most have been cleared of charges of being terrorists but still will not be released. Many are still considered suspects but will never have trials. MON JAN 21, 2013, Holiday honoring the REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. who worked for racial equality, economic justice, and peace FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH, info http://www.ls.cc.al.us/blackhistory/blackhistory.html MARCH is National WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH, info http://www.nwhp.org or http://www.infoplease.com/spot/womenshistory1.html MARCH 8, INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY SAT MARCH 10, TIBETAN UPRISING/ INDEPENDENCE DAY. info http://www.taw.org *MARCH 21, United Nations International Day for the ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION *MARCH 22, United Nations WORLD WATER DAY *MARCH 30, PALESTINIAN LAND DAY, Yom al-Ard, commemorates the 1976 killing by Israeli security forces of six young Palestinians as they protested the Israeli government's seizure of Palestinian land. The day has since become a symbol of Palestinian resistance to land theft, colonization, occupation and apartheid. The Palestinian BDS National Committee (BNC) is calling on supporters around the world to unite in a Day of Action, an opportunity to showcase the achievements of our diverse and global movement through visible and creative actions. info 202-332-0994 or uscampaign@endtheoccupation.org or http://www.endtheoccupation.org *MARCH 31, CEASAR CHAVEZ DAY (1927-1993). A Mexican American labor leader and activist who became a nationally respected voice for social justice. Co-founded the United FARM WORKERS **APRIL is National CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION Month, info http://www.olivecrest.org **APRIL is National SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS Month, info http://www.nsvrc.org/saam or 206-568-7777; TTY message: 206-517-9670 **APRIL is STD month - Know Yourself, Know Your Status. Order or download your free GYT (GET YOURSELF TESTED) materials from MTV and It's Your [Sex] Life. http://www.itsyoursexlife.com/gyt/?utm_source=gytnow APRIL 4, United Nations International Day for MINE AWARENESS and Assistance in Mine Action APRIL 10-13, 2013, in Seattle; WHITE PRIVILEGE CONFERENCE. info wpc14seattle@gmail.com [note corrected contact info] *APRIL 15, or next non-holiday weekday, TAX DAY. Are your tax dollars being spent in ways CONSISTENT WITH YOUR VALUES? Let your Congressional representatives know, Congressional Switchboard 202-224-3121, watch for info for local events *APRIL 18, everywhere; [2012 date, check for 2013] Day of Silence. Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards CREATING SAFER SCHOOLS FOR ALL, REGARDLESS OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION, gender identity or gender expression. info http://www.dayofsilence.org/ *APRIL 21, Yom Hashoah, HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY *APRIL 22, all day, everywhere; EARTH DAY **MAY is ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE Month, info http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/heritage_month/ **MAY 1, INTERNATIONAL WORKERS' DAY. On May 1, workers of the world celebrate the 124th anniversary of International Worker's Day. Born out of a CALL FOR AN 8- HOUR WORKDAY in the United States, this day is an opportunity for all workers to show their solidarity with one another, as well as to renew the call for labor rights. **MAY 1, SOLIDARITY ACTIONS WITH IMMIGRANTS. ONGOING SECTION THROUGH JUNE 8, in the first floor gallery of the University of Washington School of Social Work, 4101 15th Ave. NE, Seattle; Exhibit "Social Movements: The PERSONAL BECOMES THE POLITICAL," featuring works done by School of Social Work students ONGOING, join Fellowship of Reconciliation, the National Gun Victims Action Council, and allies in boycotting Starbucks! a national coalition will launch the first phase of the STARBUCKS BOYCOTT with demonstrations outside of Starbucks across the country! The NRA has lobbied for "OPEN CARRY" GUN POLICIES nationwide. But thanks to pressure from anti-violence activists, many restaurants and companies now refuse to let people enter their stores with guns openly displayed. Yet Starbucks has resisted this safety campaign, and its support of the NRA's pro-gun agenda proves that Starbucks is not the socially responsible company it claims to be. info http://gunvictimsaction.org/starbucks-boycott/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/233241866757563/ [added 2/20/12] ONGOING, 9 am - 5 pm weekdays, at 1620 18th Ave, at Madison, Seattle; the League of Women Voters of Seattle- King County's wonderful 2012 TRY DIRECTORY OF ELECTED OFFICIALS is here. Come by the office and pick some up or contact us by phone or e-mail to arrange to have them sent to you. TRY (They Represent You) is a directory of municipal and county elected officials serving King County as well as a listing for elected officials representing Washington at the state and federal levels of government. In addition to 50,000 print copies that are distributed, an e-version is available on our website. TRY is produced and printed by the League of Women Voters of Seattle Education Fund as a service to help citizens contact their elected officials. It is provided free of charge thanks to the generous support of the community and our members. You can donate online. info 206-329-4848 or info@seattlelwv.org or http://www.seattlelwv.org [calendar compiler is totally reliant on LWV's directory! and totally grateful!] [added 2/5/12] ONGOING, continuous, OCCUPY SEATTLE. 24 hours a day, Currently, we have no base camp. But please stay tuned! General Assemblies are at 7pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Fridays, and Sundays at the Washington Trade and Convention Center indoors. These GAs are also policy-making (you can bring proposals). Discussion General Assemblies (GA) will be held: Wednesdays, 12pm, at the Westlake Park Outdoors on the south end. Saturdays, 2:00 pm beginning at the Westlake Park Outdoors on the south end. Most of the proposed times are subject to change.. info http://occupyseattle.org/ Find an occupation near you at http://www.350.org/occupy See the web calendar for teach- ins and other Occupy related events http://occupyseattle.org/calendar [updated 12/13/11] ONGOING, Would you add your name to those of us calling on Mayors and Police Chiefs to respect the right of the people PEACEABLY TO ASSEMBLE, and to petition the Government for a REDRESS OF GRIEVANCES. [such as the people at Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Seattle!] Just go here http://bit.ly/pRaJWz [added 11/6/11] ONGOING, protest the SEIZURE OF BOATS ON THEIR WAY TO GAZA, violently seized by the Israeli government with imprisonment of nonviolent passengers. The US State Department has not been an advocate for its citizens. They would rather join Israel in stating that the citizen diplomats are terrorists. Obama on Thursday said the passengers on these boats are defying Israeli and American law. He must have been confused. It's the other way around. State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said the U.S. was renewing its call to Americans "not to involve themselves in this activity," and warned of possible consequences. Call U.S. Emergency Consular Services 202- 647-4000 and the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv 011-972-3-519- 7575 Tell them you want them to insist Israel free the prisoners immediately and end its siege of Gaza. info http://www.ustogaza.org [added 11/7/11] ONGOING, Safe Place program in King County, WA; YouthCare is the lead organization that is supporting the SAFE PLACE project. With collaboration from Friends of Youth and Auburn Youth Resources we now have a program that can potentially GET KIDS OFF THE STREET faster! Safe Place is program where any youth from ages 12-17 can walk onto any King County Metro Bus and say "I need help or a safe place"; that Metro bus driver will then call their dispatcher who will then call the Safe Place coordinator. The coordinator will then arrange a place to pick up the youth and transport them to the nearest shelter. At the shelter the coordinator will work with the youth to access their needs and provide services accordingly. Safe Place also has a text feature that allows any youth, where ever they are in the US, to text the word HELP along with their location (street, city, state) to 69866. Within in minutes you will receive a text message that will give you the closest safe place site/shelter and a 1-800 number that you can call! info Jillian Hill, Safe Place Coordinator 206- 204-1405 [added 11/5/11] ONGOING, Tell the Obama Administration to let UN INVESTIGATE TORTURE OF ALLEGED WIKILEAKS WHISTLEBLOWER PFC Bradley Manning! Sign the petition at http://wh.gov/40y [added 10/15/11] ONGOING, take action to defend FARM WORKERS FIRED FOR ASKING FOR THEIR WORKERS RIGHTS. Ruby Ridge is part of the Darigold cooperative, a large dairy processing company headquartered in Seattle, WA. The milk the dairy produces is marketed under the Darigold brand. http://action.ufw.org/page/share/darigold92011 [added 9/25/11] ONGOING, tell the city of Seattle that you support Rita Zawaideh's garage sales to HELP IRAQI REFUGEES. Please read Danny Westneat's column in Seattle Times about Rita & her offending garage sales at http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/dannywestneat/2015737 255_danny27.html, and Call and email the Seattle Dept. of Planning & Development (DPD) & Mayors Office: Diane Sugimura, DPD Director, 206-233-3882 or diane.sugimura@seattle.gov, Diane Davis, Mngr. Code Copliance DPD, 206-233-7873 or DianeC.Davis@seattle.gov, Aaron Fishbone, Mayors Office, 206-684-8556 or Aaron.Fishbone@seattle.gov [added 8/3/11] ONGOING, Sign a petition to PREVENT CUTS IN BUS SERVICE: "We value King County Metro service and do not want to see it cut. Please use the $20 congestion charge option to keep services running and keep King County green." http://signon.org/sign/prevent-metro-transit?source=s.em.mt&r_by=400041 ONGOING, Washington State has a new LAW TO PREVENT FORECLOSURES. Starting this date you can ask for a face- to-face meeting with your lender by requesting foreclosure mediation. Foreclosure mediation is a process where a neutral, third-party mediator assists the homeowner and the lender to reach a fair, negotiated agreement. During mediation, the lender is required to negotiate with you in good faith. Homeowners who are in default on their mortgage and have not yet received the Notice of Trustee's Sale and homeowners who live in owner-occupied properties are eligible. Foreclosure mediation must be requested by a housing counselor or an attorney on behalf of a homeowner. To request a meeting with your lender, contact a housing counselor or attorney by calling 1-877-894-HOME (4663) [added 5/29/11] ONGOING, visit HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT NICKELSVILLE. Our new location is our First Location. We have come full circle! We are at 2nd Ave SW and W Marginal Way SW, 7116 W Marginal Way SW, near bus #23. The encampment moved because the Lake City location was inadequate, and people were being turned away every night. Phone 206-450-5268 or 206-450- 9136 to see how to help. Nickelsville can use donations of Batteries AA, AAA, C; Paper bowls/ cups/ plates; Toilet paper; Tents and tarps; Duct tape; Bottled water. Financial donations, Checks please to Nickelsville c/o SHARE 1902 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101. info scott@nickelsvilleseattle.org or http://groups.google.com/group/nickelsville-announcements?hl=en [updated 5/23/11] ONGOING, Tell Attorney General Holder: STOP THE POLITICAL REPRESSION AGAINST CARLOS MONTES and other activists. CALL US ATTORNEY GENERAL Eric Holder 202-353-1555. On May 17, 2011 at 5 a.m. the SWAT Team of the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and members of the FBI raided the home of Carlos Montes, a long time Chicano activist and active member of the Committee to Stop FBI Repression. The SWAT Team smashed the front door and rushed in with automatic weapons as Carlos slept. The team of Sheriffs and FBI proceeded to ransack his house, taking his computer, cell phones and hundreds of documents, photos, diskettes and mementos of his current political activities in the pro-immigrant rights and Chicano civil rights movement. Also taken were hundreds of historical documents related to Carlos Montes' involvement in the Chicano movement for the past 44 years. Carlos was arrested on one charge dealing with a firearm code and released on bail the following morning. His first court appearance is set for June 16, 2011. This attack on Carlos Montes is part of the campaign of FBI harassment taking place against the 23 peace and justice activists which has until now been centered in the Midwest. Carlos Montes' name was listed on the subpoena left in the office of the Twin Cities Anti-War Committee last September 24. When Carlos Montes was placed in the LA County Sheriff's car, an FBI agent approached and asked him questions about the Freedom Road Socialist Organization. info seattlestopfbi@gmail.com [added 5/23/11] ONGOING, If you're one of those people who DOESN'T ACTUALLY WANT A PHONE BOOK thrown on your front porch, you now have an option to OPT OUT in Seattle. Start at http://www.seattle.gov/util/Services/Recycling/ReduceReuseE xchange/StopPhoneBooks/index.htm [added 5/15/11] ONGOING, Sign a Petition to Stand with 27 University of Washington Students Who Were Arrested in a Nonviolent Protest to end UW contracts with Sodexo, and INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION KNOWN FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES. http://www.change.org/petitions/stand-with-27-uwashington-students-who-were-arrested [added 5/15/11] ONGOING, ALLEGED WIKILEAKS SOURCE BRADLEY MANNING has been moved from abysmal solitary conditions to Ft. Leavenworth in Kansas. His attorney has confirmed that his conditions have dramatically improved now: he is now held among the general prison population, with the ability to talk to others, read books and newspapers, watch TV, exercise, and is no longer stripped naked. He has been held nearly a year without any court proceedings. You can now write to him directly at: Bradley Manning 89289, 830 Sabalu Road, Fort Leavenworth KS 66027 [added 5/8/11] ONGOING, Four men, Zeyad Ramadan, Ghazi Ramadan, Khaled Sury and another unnamed man, were arrested on 19 March in Tripoli, LIBYA. They are held incommunicado and as such are AT RISK OF TORTURE or other ill-treatment. Please spread the word and sign the petition for Zeyad and Ghazi release. http://www.freezeyad.com/ [added 4/8/11] ONGOING, Sign Petition to Obama: Say NO TO THE FREE TRADE AGREEMENT WITH COLOMBIA. Development for whom? Momentum is building fast in Washington to approve the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Colombia. We cannot let this unfair agreement move forward. Sign our petition calling on President Obama to say no to the FTA now! http://www.change.org/petitions/stop-the-us-colombia-free-trade-agreement, Also Call Congress: 202-224-3121, TTY 202-225-1904 or send an email to your Representativevia https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml [added 4/8/11] ONGOING, The Committee of Relatives of the Detained and Disappeared in Honduras (COFADEH) calls on the international community to ENSURE ALL HUMAN RIGHTS ARE RESPECTED IN HONDURAS and asks people to write letters denouncing threats and attacks against specific human rights defenders and violent repression of public protest. Write to Jose Miguel Insulza, Secretary General Organization of American States (OAS), 1889 F Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006, USA, svillagran@oas.org, and to Sr. Felipe Gonzalez, President Inter-American Commission for Human Rights, 1889 F Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20006, U.S.A., cidhdenuncias@oas.org, Please also send a copy to Jorge Alberto Rivera Avilas, President of the Supreme Court of Honduras, cedij@poderjudicial.gob.hn, and COFADEH, Barrio La Plazuela, Avenida Cervantes, Casa No. 1301, Apartado Postal 1243, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, berthacofadeh@yahoo.com, info http://www.afgj.org [added 3/27/11] ONGOING, Cesar Chavez inspired farm workers and millions of people who never worked on a farm to commit themselves to social, economic and civil rights activism. Sign the UNITED FARM WORKERS Petition for a National CESAR CHAVEZ HOLIDAY at http://action.ufw.org/cecholiday [added 3/19/11] ONGOING, sign on to the Code Pink letter to protest the treatment of ALLEGED WIKILEAKS SOURCE, Bradley Manning, being kept under cruel and degrading prison conditions. http://salsa.democracyinaction.org/o/424/p/dia/action/publi c/?action_KEY=6079 [added 3/19/11] ONGOING, Jewish Voice for Peace asks everybody to call the Jewish National Fund at 212-879-9300 to tell them "STOP PLANTING FORESTS ON CONFISCATED BEDOUIN LAND." On Feb 16th and again on Feb 17th the Bedouin village of Al-Arakib was destroyed for the 17th and 18th times, the culmination of a week of repeated demolitions, vicious police beatings and shooting of Bedouin children, women and men with rubber bullets by Israeli Riot Police. All so the Jewish National Fund can plant a forest over the remains of the village. info 510-465-1777 or info@jvp.org [added 2/22/11] ONGOING, Pro-Mubarak forces are assaulting those who've nonviolently protested in Tahrir Sq. in Cairo for a week. One thing we all can do to HELP THE PEACEFUL PROTESTERS IN EGYPT is to sign this peition that's gaining momentum. https://secure.avaaz.org/en/democracy_for_egypt/?vl [added 2/8/11] ONGOING, call your Congressional representatives at the Congressional Switchboard 202-224-3121 and ask them to co- sponsor Barbara Lee's HR 6045 "RESPONSIBLE END TO THE WAR IN AFGHANISTAN ACT". She is planning to re-introduce this bill at the end of January 2011 and would welcome additional co-sponsors. As of late 2010, neither Jim McDermott nor Jay Inslee had signed on. [added 1/24/11] ONGOING, are you interested in volunteering for an American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) COST OF WAR PROJECT in Seattle? contact Susan Segall 206-632-0500 ext 16 or ssegall@afsc.org ONGOING, On September 24, the FBI raided seven Chicago and Minneapolis homes of well-known anti-war and international solidarity activists. Their ranks included a number of trade unionists. Also raided were the offices of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul based Anti-War Committee. The original 14 people who have been subpoenaed have indicated that they will invoke 5th amendment rights. NATIONAL CALL- IN DAY. Call President Obama: 202-456-1111 and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder 202-353-1555 to demand: END THE REPRESSION AGAINST THE ANTI-WAR AND INTERNATIONAL SOLIDARITY ACTIVISTS. Return all materials (computers, cell phones, papers, etc.) seized in the raids. Stop the Grand Jury subpoenas of activists. Also sign the National Petition at http://www.stopfbi.net/sign-the-petition, info http://www.stopfbi.net ONGOING, Encourage your Congressional Representative to join the OUT OF AFGHANISTAN CAUCUS. Established last May, the "Caucus reflects the diversity and strength of the movement within the House of Representatives to quickly and responsibly end military operations in Afghanistan, while bolstering the United States' diplomatic efforts." The Caucus has 24 members and is chaired by Rep. John Conyers. info http://conyers.house.gov or michael.darner@mail.house.gov [added 9/19/10] ONGOING, Ask your Senators to co-sponsor Senator Feingold's (WI) S. 3197 to require a plan for the safe, orderly, and expeditious REDEPLOYMENT of United States Armed Forces FROM AFGHANISTAN. S. 3197 is the companion legislation to H.R. 5015. info http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=s111-3197 [added 9/19/10] ONGOING, The White House stepped up its campaign against WikiLeaks yesterday by calling for the whistleblower organization to turn over the secret Pentagon documents still in its possession. Sign a petition supporting WIKILEAKS "END THE SECRET WARS" at http://www.gopetition.com/petition/38165.html, The petition has been endorsed by Daniel Ellsberg, who was prosecuted by the Nixon administration for releasing the Pentagon Papers a generation ago. Other signers include Michael Ratner, president of the Center for Constitutional Rights, Rev. George Hunsinger of Princeton Theological Seminary, and Medea Benjamin, co-founder of Code Pink. ONGOING, SUPPORT HOME DEPOT'S INCLUSIVENESS. The American Family Association is organizing a boycott of Home Depot, see BoycottTheHomeDepot.com . AFA objects because Home Depot employees have gone to gay pride events, and Home Depot has supported some Pride events. Let Home Depot know you disagree with AFA and appreciate them taking a stand to include all. Find your nearest store at http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreFin derView?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053 and let the manager know you support Home Depot's stand [added 7/21/10] ONGOING, Bradley Manning is the U.S. soldier now in a US military prison in Kuwait who has been arrested and charged with two violations for releasing classified information (the Wikileaks "Collateral Murder" video showing US TROOPS KILLING UNARMED CIVILIANS and reporters) and facing 54 years in prison. He is being held in isolation from the outside world - with no contact with his civilian attorneys working to defend him. Support WHISTLEBLOWER Bradley Manning. See http://www.bradleymanning.org [added 7/21/10] ONGOING, at Tent City 3, hosted through Sept 2010 at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 18826 3rd Avenue NW, Shoreline; Tent City 3, an ENCAMPMENT OF HOMELESS PEOPLE is in need of a few items: Socks, men's clothes - especially jeans, gently used men's tennis shoes, and women's camisoles (all sizes). Please if any of you, or anyone you know, is able to provide a meal contact Liz Fenn lfenn60@comcast.net . It is summer time, so hot dogs, sandwiches, and summer time food would be most welcome. ONGOING, Free SPC Bradley Manning, ARRESTED FOR EXPOSING U.S. WAR CRIMES in Iraq. Sign the Petition Now http://www.iacenter.org/iraq/freebradleymanning, From International Action Center: A 22 year old U.S. soldier, Bradley Manning, has been arrested on suspicion of leaking classified combat video footage and secret documents to a whistle-blower website. SPC Manning, from Potomac, Maryland, is assigned to the 2nd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division and was stationed at Forward Operating Base Hammer, located east of Baghdad. SPC Manning was arrested in Iraq and is currently being held in Kuwait pending further investigations. The WikiLeaks website posted a video which shows U.S. occupation forces shooting civilians on a Baghdad street during 2007. The video, which was filmed by the U.S. military, shows a horrendous massacre of unarmed civilians on the ground by a helicopter gunship, accompanied by crude and insensitive remarks by the crew and ground troops associated with the assault. A Reuters reporter and two children were also wounded in the assault. The Pentagon has not questioned the validity or authenticity of the video. ... Those who are really responsible for this war crime, the U.S. military, far from apologizing have chosen to track down and arrest the person whom they believe released the video, Bradley Manning. ONGOING, Sign to CONDEMN FLOTILLA MASSACRE AND END BLOCKADE and Siege of Gaza at http://www.iacenter.org/palestine/flotillamassacrepetition [added 6/5/10] ONGOING, Senator Patty Murray is sponsoring a bill to permanently BAN OFFSHORE DRILLING on the West Coast. She would like a showing of support to strengthen her position. Sign on at pattymurray.com/offshore [added 6/4/10] ONGOING, SUPPORT THE PEOPLE OF GAZA AND HUMAN RIGHTS. Israel has used deadly force to stop the Gaza Freedom Flotilla - 9 boats with 700 people taking aid donated by many nations to deliver much needed aid to Gaza (into which Israel is permitting only 81 items, a recent BBC report discovered). Quick actions you can take are at http://gazafreedommarch.org/cms/en/flotilla.aspx [updated 6/4/10] ONGOING, volunteering at the CLEAN GREENS FARM, a project of BLACK DOLLAR DAYS. Join us planting/ weeding. Bus from New Hope B. C., 124 -21st Ave in Seattle at 8:30 am on the second, third and fifth Saturdays. You may volunteer Tues - Sat 9 am - how long you can work. You may volunteer Tues - Sat 9 am - how long you can work. The address is 20121 West Snoqualmie River Road NE. Duvall. RSVP and info Lottie 206-324-3114 or http://www.cleangreensfarm.com ONGOING, Tell our Senators to ratify the START Treaty. On April 8, 2010, the U.S. and Russia signed a new Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, a small but significant step toward ELIMINATING NUCLEAR WEAPONS WORLDWIDE. Now the Senate must ratify the treaty. Call, email or text Senators Murray and Cantwell. Urge them to push for hearings and a vote on the New START Treaty: Sen. Patty Murray: 202-224-2621 and www.http://www.murray.senate.gov, Sen. Maria Cantwell: 202-224-3441 and http://www.cantwell.senate.gov [added 5/23/10] ONGOING, sign on to a letter of APOLOGY TO THE PEOPLE OF IRAQ written by two soldiers who servied in Iraq, "An Open Letter of Reconciliation & Responsibility to the Iraqi People". http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5966/p/dia/action/publi c/?action_KEY=2724 [added 5/2/10] ONGOING, Ahava skin care products, produced by an Israeli company on illegally-occupied West Bank land, are sold by Nordstrom's. Go to http://bit.ly/92ZHR0 to send a letter to Nordstrom's VP for Social Responsibility to say there is nothing socially responsible about AHAVA products that are made from stolen resources in a FACTORY BUILT ON OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN LAND. info http://www.bdsmovement.net [added 3/28/10] ONGOING, Sign the Petition for a National CESAR E. CHAVEZ HOLIDAY! Cesar Chavez (1927-1993). A Mexican American labor leader and activist who became a nationally respected voice for social justice. The United Farm Workers and the Cesar E. Chavez Foundation are proud to support the grassroots efforts of the Cesar E. Chavez National Holiday Coalition. Take Action at http://action.ufw.org/cecholiday [added 3/28/10] ONGOING, the King County Bar Association has 10 pro bono programs for clients who are LOW-INCOME AND NEED REPRESENTATION ON CIVIL LEGAL MATTERS, info http://www.kcba.org/legalhelp/ [added 2/7/10] ONGOING, Tent City 4 is now at Bellevue United Methodist Church, on 108th. Take 8th NE off 405, go west to 108th and turn right. The church is on the right a few blocks down. The camp is in the back parking lot. TENT CITY4 residents need help. Nearly 100 MEN AND WOMEN ARE VERY COLD, right now. They are outside all the time now, but hope to eat inside in a few days. They have an urgent need for gloves, scarves, hats, Hotties hand warmers (Costco $14.95) and warm coats. Any other clothing that can be layered like sweats under jeans or coats, or polar fleece vests and shirts are also needed. They go through coffee, tea, hot chocolate, hot cider mix, soups, creamer and sugar quickly now just to stay warm. Donations of warm things, blankets, and towels will continue to be needed. info 425- 823-1629 [added 12/12/09] ONGOING, Contact Congress to CUT MILITARY SPENDING. Sen. Patty Murray: 202-224-2621, http://www.murray.senate.gov, Sen. Maria Cantwell: 202-224-3441, http://www.cantwell.senate.gov, Rep. Jim McDermott: 202- 225-3106, http://www.house.gov/mcdermott, Rep. Jay Inslee: 202-225-6311 http://www.house.gov/inslee [added 12/12/09] ONGOING URGENT, take a stand for peace! Many peace vigils and peace events are listed below. Show your disagreement with a "surge" in AFGHANISTAN. YOU DON'T MAKE PEACE BY ESCALATING WARS. several new flyers are available, email requests to karenbjones42@gmail.com or jmrepp@comcast.net ONGOING, Rep. Barbara Lee is a hero. She understands that CONGRESS CAN STOP MILITARY ESCALATION BY STOPPING THE FUNDING. Her bill, H.R. 3699 would prevent funding for escalation in Afghanistan. Jim McDermott and 23 others have cosponsored so far. Please call him to say thanks, and urge the rest of our congressional delegation to do the same. McDermott 206-553-7170; Jay Inslee 206-361-0233; Rick Larson 425-252-3188, Toll free 1-800-562-1385; Brian Baird 360-695-6292 or 360-352-9768; Dave Reichert 206-275- 3438 or 877-920-9208 Toll free ; Adam Smith 253-593-6776; Norm Dicks 202-225-5916 [added 12/6/09] ONGOING, Tent City 3 is currently located in the parking lot of St. George's Episcopal Church, at 2212 NE 125th Street, Seattle. TENT CITY3 NEEDS batteries, blankets, and gloves In addition they are in need of tents, tent parts, and tent repair supplies. If you have anything tent-like laying around not in use anymore, please consider donating it to Tent City 3. Parts or incomplete tents are also needed and welcome. Like tents without poles, poles without tents, frame joints, tarps, lumber (pallets and plywood), duct tape, twine, rope, etc. Oh yes, and tarps. Our office is open 24-hours per day. info 206-399-0412 [added 11/28/09] ONGOING, Thousands of individuals and organisations from across the world are uniting behind one simple idea: that by working together we can achieve a 10% CUT IN CARBON EMISSIONS during 2010. Cutting 10% in one year is a bold target, but for most of us it's an achievable one, and is in line with what scientists say we need right now. By signing up to 10:10 we're not just promising to reduce our own emissions - we're becoming part of a drive to hit this ambitious goal. info http://www.1010uk.org [added 9/26/09] ONGOING, Take Action: SUPPORT THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE GOLDSTONE REPORT on Gaza. The UN Fact Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict, headed by Justice Richard Goldstone, a former member of the South African Constitutional Court and former Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda, released a 575-page report documenting violations of human rights and international law, war crimes, and possible crimes against humanity committed before, during, and after Israel's December 2008-January 2009 assault on the occupied Gaza Strip. The reactions of Israel and its supporters were swift and furious. Israel 's President said the report "makes a mockery of history." AIPAC condemned the report as "deeply flawed". Contact Ambassador Susan Rice at http://usun-ny.us/Issues/contactus.html [added 9/26/09] ONGOING, Peace Action Alert: Tell our leaders: Don't send more troops, START MAKING PEACE IN AFGHANISTAN. Groups like Greg Mortenson's Central Asia Institute http://www.ikat.org and Afghan Women's Mission http://afghanwomensmission.org/ are showing us that local civilian projects are far more effective than military actions at stopping terrorism and promoting local democracy. Contact President Barack Obama: http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact, Senator Patty Murray, http://murray.senate.gov, Senator Maria Cantwell, http://cantwell.senate.gov, House members: http://house.gov/ [added 9/19/09] ONGOING, Ezra Nawi is an ISRAELI HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST who faces jail time for trying to stop a military bulldozer from destroying the homes of Palestinian Bedouins in the South Hebron region. To watch a dramatic video of the incident and his arrest, and to write a letter demanding his freedom, go to http://www.freeEzra.org [added 8/18/09] ONGOING, contact state and federal representatives. Let's truly CLEANUP HANFORD. Let's begin to envision the possibility of turning Hanford Nuclear Reservation into a sustainable WIND AND SOLAR FARM. It is not a dream. We can do this. info Pat Herbert, sequoia592000@yahoo.com [added 8/18/09] ONGOING, hold those WHO AUTHORIZED TORTURE ACCOUNTABLE. Not Only Does Bybee Show No Remorse, He'd Write The Same Torture Memos again! Impeach Bybee Action Page http://www.peaceteam.net/action/pnum980.php [added 5/2/09] ONGOING, NO AMNESTY FOR TORTURERS. On April 16, President Obama said he would not prosecute CIA agents who engaged in torture, because President Bush's lawyers told them it was "legal." President Obama also said Attorney General Eric Holder would use taxpayer dollars to defend torturers against lawsuits by torture victims, and to pay all judgments if they lost. These decisions are intolerable and unacceptable. Torture is utterly immoral and un-American. The U.S. ratified the United Nations Convention Against Torture, which prohibits torture and requires prosecution of torturers. In 1947, the U.S. prosecuted a Japanese officer for waterboarding. No lawyer can "legalize" what is illegal. Sign a petition at http://www.democrats.com/no-amnesty-for-torturers [added 4/18/09] ONGOING, tell President Obama: We, the American People, SEEK A NEW U.S. POLICY TOWARD PALESTINE! Sign the letter at http://www.aaper.org/obamaletter [added 2/9/09] ONGOING, Online Petition: Hands Off Leonard Peltier! Release Him Now! Let President Barack Obama, Attorney General Eric Holder, the Federal Prison system, Congress and the media know you hold them accountable for the safety and wellbeing of INTERNATIONALLY KNOWN NATIVE AMERICAN POLITICAL PRISONER Leonard Peltier, and you want him released! petition at http://www.iacenter.org/native/leonardpeltierpetition, info on Leonard Peltier, http://www.whoisleonardpeltier.info [added 2/1/09] ONGOING, in Seattle; Volunteer with Rising Out Of The Shadows (ROOTS) YOUNG ADULT SHELTER. ROOTS opens a church basement to guests (under 25 years of age) every night of the week and provides guests a safe place to sleep and shower along with the chance to meet adults who recognize them as members of our community. Volunteers are needed for preparing breakfast (6:30-8:30 a.m.) or helping hand out sleeping mats (8-10:30 p.m.). info http://www.rootsinfo.org, To volunteer contact Candice 206-632-1635 or volunteer@rootsinfo.org [added 1/19/09] ONGOING, an open letter to Obama on PEACE BETWEEN ISRAEL AND PALESTINE at http://www.endtheoccupation.org/form.php?modin=137 [added 12/28/08] ONGOING, when weather is cold, 7 pm to 7 am, at Seattle Mennonite Church, in Lake City, 3120 NE 125th St., Seattle; volunteers needed at COLD WEATHER SHELTER at Seattle Mennonite Church. Based on weather forecasts 24 hours in advance which predict a temperature below 33 degrees, we decide whether to open for cold weather shelter. info Jonathan Neufeld 206-361-4630 ext. 7, info http://seattle.wa.us.mennonite.net/ [added 12/14/08] ONGOING, REGISTER TO VOTE! Registration may be accomplished online at http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/register.aspx, Another site where you can REGISTER TO VOTE, https://www.VoteforChange.com, deadlines are 30 days before an election for mail-in, 15 days before an election in person at the county administrative office, You may download a voter registration form or have a form mailed to you from the Secretary of State Voter Registration Page http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/register_vote.aspx, info King County 206-296-VOTE, also please take a minute to CHECK YOUR REGISTRATION at http://wei.secstate.wa.gov/OSOS/VoterVault/Pages/MyVote.asp x [it really is quick and easy!] [added 9/13/08] ONGOING, Watch the Program the Networks Don't Want You to See: Marijuana: It's Time for a Conversation. The ACLU has teamed with travel writer Rick Steves to produce a half-hour TV program about the HISTORY AND CURRENT IMPACTS OF MARIJUANA LAWS. The program is available to Comcast cable subscribers in western Washington, but local network stations have refused to sell us any time slots before 1 a.m. You can watch it anytime and share it with your friends and family. Please visit http://www.MarijuanaConversation.org to watch the entire half-hour program, plus bonus features such as extended interviews with experts who appear in the video. The enforcement of marijuana prohibition has led to far-ranging erosions of civil liberties, especially of protections against unreasonable search and seizure. It is a major part of the nation's misguided "war on drugs." In Washington state, anyone convicted of possessing even a small amount of the drug for personal use in private faces a mandatory jail sentence and fine. info field@aclu-wa.org [added 8/10/08] ONGOING, Campaign to make CÉSAR CHÁVEZ'S BIRTHDAY A NATIONAL HOLIDAY. info http://www.ufw.org/_page.php?menu=research&inc=history/07.h tml [added 3/31/08] ONGOING, Stand With Tibet. Sign a petition calling on the CHINESE GOVERNMENT TO RESPECT HUMAN RIGHTS IN TIBET and engage in meaningful dialogue with the Dalai Lama. http://www.avaaz.org/en/tibet_end_the_violence/ ONGOING, estimation of IRAQI CIVILIAN DEATHS since the US invaded in March 2003, now over one million, see http://www.justforeignpolicy.org/iraq/iraqdeaths.html [added 8/12/07] ONGOING, noon (or anytime), at the Federal Building, Bellingham; EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROTEST: If/ when the U.S. BOMBS OR INVADES IRAN. Meet at Federal Building when you find out about any military action in Iran. Meetings will follow to discuss further action. info whatcompjc@fidalgo.net ONGOING, 4 pm, at the Federal Courthouse, Stewart St. and 7th Ave, Seattle; EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROTEST: If/ when the U.S. BOMBS OR INVADES IRAN, Converge! Lets get a united front of people collectively converging against this outrage! [don't know who has made this call] ONGOING, call WASHINGTON LEGISLATIVE HOTLINE 1-800-562- 6000, TTY 1-800-635-9993 to let your Legislators know what you think ONGOING, Due to Heavy Demand The video BEFORE YOU ENLIST has been made available at the Virtual US Peace Academy. http://www.chalicebridge.com/JGPLibrary-AtVusPA.html#B4Uenlist [added 9/23/06] ONGOING, a web resource by Ginny NiCarthy FOR ABUSED WOMEN AND ADVOCATES. It describes new material added to her books Getting Free and the easy-to-read version of it, You Can Be Free. Extensive revisions in this 4th edition with 100 pages added. They include chapters for abused immigrant women, those facing religious challenges, pros and cons of abuser intervention programs, and much more. You Can Be Free is also significantly revised with over fifty new pages, including chapters for women who are immigrants, have disabilities, are Deaf, struggle with child custody problems or live in rural areas. http://www.abusedwomen.org [added 4/15/06] ONGOING, ESL Volunteers Needed. Would you like to learn & share your knowledge at the same time? You could accomplish this through the TEACHING OF ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE for Latino immigrants at Burien Mondays & Fridays 6-7:30 pm or at South Seattle Tuesdays & Wednesdays 6-7:30, or for Vietnamese community at Rainier Valley: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2-3:30. The commitment we require from our volunteers is twice a week 1 1/2 hours per session, a minimum of six months. We provide full training and you gain the experience of a life time. info St. James ESL Program, 206-382-4511 or http://www.stjames-cathedral.org/esl ONGOING, For people who need a reminder about what to do when the FBI (or any other spy agency) comes knocking at y our door, you might want to look at the National Lawyers Guild pamphlet, "KNOW YOUR RIGHTS" at http://nlg.org/resources/know_your_rights.htm ONGOING, PROTECT YOUR KIDS FROM EXPLOITATIVE MILITARY RECRUITING. The Pentagon has been compiling sensitive data on 30 million youth ages 16-to-25 using a private marketing firm, without the knowledge or consent of individuals or their families. Working Assets, Mainstreet Moms (the MMOB) and ACORN have put together a useful website. You can opt- out of this database by following instructions at http://www.LeaveMyChildAlone.org or http://www.moveon.org/r?r=919 [added 9/26/05] ONGOING, on 1090 AM radio in the Seattle area; PROGRESSIVE RADIO on Air America Seattle and U.S., or listen on line at http://www.airamericaradio.com/ ONGOING, END THE GENOCIDE IN DARFUR, SUDAN. Let us bombard the White House and our Congressmen and Senators, and the United Nations, demanding that immediate action be taken to provide food, shelter and security for the suffering people of Dafur. White House 202-456-1111, fax 202-456-2461, president@whitehouse.gov, Congress http://www.visi.com/juan/congress/index.html, also call your Senators and Representative Senator Patty Murray Washington, DC: 202-224-2621, Senator Maria Cantwell, Washington, DC: 202-224-3441, Congressman Jim McDermott, Washington, DC: 202-225-3106 ONGOING, Volunteers needed for Seattle SHELTER FOR HOMELESS YOUNG ADULTS who are too old to access youth shelter programs but often feel unwelcome or threatened in emergency programs serving mostly older single adults. Volunteers set up and clean up shelter areas, help supervise the program, hand out supplies, interact and build positive relationships with guests. Volunteers must complete a volunteer application, background check, and are required to attend the Homelessness 101 training session to gain a better understanding of the individuals they will be working with. info Laura Pritchard laura@udsp.org or 206- 632-1635 ONGOING, informed advice by SEATTLE DRAFT AND MILITARY COUNSELING CENTER, which is connected with the GI Rights Hotline, a partnership of regional and national organizations that provide counseling and information to active duty GIs, parents and members of the Delayed Entry Program, and others on conscientious objection, discharges and service members' rights. The center also refers people to legal help and Congressional military caseworkers. Three counselors (two of whom are veterans) rotate turns on the Draft and Military Counseling helpline at 206-789-2751 and answer question left by email via website http://www.scn.org/sdmcc . All SDMCC members are volunteers. Tax deductible contributions always welcome at Seattle Draft and Military Counseling Center, P.O. Box 20604 Seattle 98102, 206-789-2751. info Mike Barton 206- 524-9932 ONGOING, The City of Seattle Police Department is looking for volunteers to SUPPORT VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. Volunteers receive over 50 hours of training in crisis intervention and police procedures and in return commit to providing volunteer service for one 8-hour shift each month for a year. volunteers must have a valid Washington State Driver's License, pass a Seattle Police Department background check, be 21 years of age or older. info Megan Bruneau 206-615-0892 or megan.bruneau@seattle.gov ONGOING, Safe Schools Coalition has a 24 hr crisis number for people EXPERIENCING HARASSMENT OR VIOLENCE AT SCHOOL, it's 1-877-SAFE-SAFE. This is answered by the crisis phone staff at King County Sexual Assault Resource Center, and they will dispatch your request to a Safe Schools Coalition Intervention Specialist who will, as with the email address, get back to you within 24 hours. Our intervention specialists are especially prepared to address ANTI-LGBT INCIDENTS, but we don't turn anyone down and can problem- solve & make referrals when students call about other bias- based bullying & violence (anti-immigrant and race- or faith- or disability-based) as well. And we are especially prepared to help within Washington State (where we can even provide face-to-face services when needed, such as visits with a principal or local law enforcement with or on behalf of a student). But, again, we don't turn callers away even when the problem may be happening in another state or another part of the world. The crisis number is 1-877- SAFE-SAFE (1-877-723-3723) or by email http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/contact/?id=10, non- emergency info http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/ or 206- 451-SAFE (7233) [updated 7/11/10] ONGOING, support the House Bill HR 1258 to close the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, renamed Jan 17, 2001, the notorious School of the Americas, known throughout as the SCHOOL OF ASSASSINS, bill is now supported by members of both major parties, info http://www.soaw.org or SOA Watch 202-234-3440 or info@soaw.org or http://go.sojo.net/campaign/close_the_SOA/explanation, Take Action at http://go.sojo.net/campaign/close_the_SOA ONGOING, Invest in peace; The Nonviolent Peaceforce is issuing 100,000 Peace Bonds which will sell for US $10 each. All proceeds from PEACE BONDS will go toward the development of the Nonviolent Peaceforce and to fund our pilot project in Sri Lanka, a country striving for peace after nearly twenty years of civil war. In 2010, when they mature, investors will have a functioning Nonviolent Peaceforce that will help TRANSFORM VIOLENT CONFLICTS AROUND THE WORLD. purchase through the Nonviolent Peaceforce web site, http://www.nonviolentpeaceforce.org, a secure site that accepts credit cards. They make great gifts for births of babies, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and passages. Each investor will receive a Peace Bond certificate. No goods or services will be directly exchanged for the bonds. They are tax deductible in the USA. ONGOING, in Iraq; WAR; U.S. Military deaths, http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/ops/iraq_casualties. htm, IRAQI CIVILIAN deaths http://www.iraqbodycount.net/ the names of the U.S. AND BRITISH MILITARY personnel can be found at, http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2003/iraq/forces/casualties/ind ex.html, there have been many, many more civilian deaths reported in Iraq, the war is also costly in terms of money http://www.Costofwar.com compared to cost of education, healthcare, etc or http://www.crunchweb.net/87billion graphics showing the physical dimensions of the volume of $ in currency, Calendar of US MILITARY DEAD DURING IRAQI WAR, Includes dead in Afghanistan during Iraqi war, http://cryptome.org/mil-dead-iqw.htm ONGOING, website with information on FARMERS MARKETS in Washington State http://www.wafarmersmarkets.com/ ONGOING, Sign a petition to stop the construction of the "SECURITY WALL" being built by Israel and opposed by human rights activists in ISRAEL, PALESTINE, and around the world, http://www.petitiononline.com/stw/petition.html ONGOING, Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR LEGAL RIGHTS INFO http://www.girights.org & GI RIGHTS HOTLINE 800-FYI-95GI, A crucial element to slowing the military machine is helping individual GIs get out of the military! As CCCO has done since 1948, we are supporting individuals in their resistance and opposition to war. In particular, we are standing with a group of people - GIs, whose questioning and resistance are often forgotten during times like this. Founded in 1995, the GI Rights Hotline, a coalition of non- profit, non-governmental organizations, provides accurate, comprehensive, and objective information on draft registration, military discharges, civil rights in the military, and involuntary activation and deployment of military personnel. The work we do and the information we disseminate are known to enlisted people in numbers far greater than the thousands with whom we communicate personally. info on CCCO 510-465-1617 or 888-231-2226 or http://www.objector.org ONGOING, visit http://www.usaforicc.org to take action to express support for the INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT and US participation in it! Isn't it time we stop letting war criminals get away with murder? This group's Steering Committee consists of UNA-USA, World Federalist Assn, Amnesty International, Campaign for UN Reform Feminist Majority, Human Rights Watch, Independent Student Coalition for the ICC, Lawyers Committee for Human Rights, Nuremberg Legacy Project, United Methodist Church-General Board of Church & Society, info Seattle United Nations Association 206-568-1959 or info@unaseattle.org or http://www.unaseattle.org ONGOING, Free Civil LEGAL SERVICES FOR HOMELESS and At- Risk (of homelessness) YOUTH in the Greater Seattle Area; Intake for Street Youth Legal Advocates of Washington (SYLAW) is open. We are accepting cases and providing services for youth 12-21 on non-criminal, civil legal issues. Calls can be from the youth or from service providers. Intake is 206-464-5936 x239 or 800-542-0794 x239 please leave a detailed message as to your legal issue and how to reach you. ONGOING, at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd St, Seattle; volunteers needed for The YOUNG ADULT SHELTER at University Temple United Methodist Church, now expanding to three nights per week, Volunteers spend all or part of the night at the shelter, between the hours of 8 p.m. - 9 a.m., helping set up the mats and blankets, assisting guests in accessing the services we offer: hot food, showers, hygiene supplies, case management and consultation with our on-site social worker. We show a video movie each night, accompany our guests outside for smoke breaks, and offer them friendly conversation; wake guests and serve them breakfast; taking turns staying awake for two-hour shifts, while the other volunteers sleep in an adjacent room; training provided for volunteers, but our requirements are simple and flexible: just be there and be helpful; info Sinan Demirel 206-979-5621 or yashelter@hotmail.com ONGOING CONTACT CONGRESS about important issues: war, civil liberties, fast track Senator Patty Murray: (202) 224-2621 or (206) 553-5545, Senator Maria Cantwell: (202)224-3441 or (206) 220-6400, 888-648-7328 Jay Inslee: (202) 225-6311 or (425) 640-0233 (parts of north Seattle, plus Snohomish, Kitsap) Rick Larsen (202)225.2605, (425) 252-3188 Brian Baird (202) 255-3536, or (360) 695-6292 Norm Dicks (202) 225-5916, (253) 593-6536 Jim McDermott (202) 225-3106 or (206) 553-7170 (most of Seattle) Dave Reichert (202) 225-7761 or (206) 275-3438 (Bellevue) Adam Smith (202) 225-5893 or (253) 926-6681; If you don't know who your Rep is, or live outside WA, contact 2 senators and one rep via the Congressional switchboard is 202-224-3121; anyone can get the local and federal addresses and fax numbers of their reps by simply typing in their ZIP code at http://capwiz.com/wa/dbq/officials/ ONGOING, Support the ISRAELI CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTORS who are refusing to serve in the Occupied Territories. These brave combat Officers and Soldiers are willing to serve their country and to defend it, but they are no longer willing to participate in the Occupation and oppression of the Palestinian people; visit their website: http://www.seruv.org/ (Hebrew) or http://seruv.nethost.co.il/defaulteng.asp (English) ONGOING, Sign the National JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY Petition & Resolution online at http://www.19thofJune.com/petition.html to make Juneteenth become a National Holiday in America, for a celebration of FREEDOM FROM SLAVERY on the day a group of slaves finally learned about the emancipation proclamation, info Rev. Ronald V. Myers, Sr., M.D., Chairman, National Juneteenth Holiday Campaign 662-247-1471 or 202-331-8864 ONGOING, HATE CRIME REPORTING HELPLINE via organization "Hate Free Zone" to provide crucial support and referral information for individuals who have experienced hate crimes and incidents of all kinds, as well as to allow the HFZ to document such events to increase the community's awareness of hate-related incidents. People can report incidents from anywhere in WA state and can count on referrals in King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties. Hate Free Zone plans to expand that capability over time; hotline number 1-866-HFZONE1 (1-866-439-6631); volunteers needed, info Anne Buffardi, Hate Free Zone Campaign of Washington 206-723-2203 or http://www.hatefreezone.org [added 1/14/02] ONGOING, Free EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS training course, "Surviving an Earthquake", can be accessed at http://www.regionxoti.org by clicking on the course icon [confirmed 10/26/04] ONGOING WEEKDAYS, 7:15-10 a.m., at Green Lake United Methodist Church, 6415 1st Ave. NE, Seattle; Green Lake United Methodist Church invites you to On the Edge Coffee House. For THOSE LIVING PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK who just need a good start to the day, the church offers a free cup of java; weekday morning prayer from 7-7:15 a.m.; and referrals for those with need from 7:30-10 a.m.. info Pastor Lisa Anthony 206-526-2900 [added 10/13/09] ONGOING WEEKDAYS, 8-9 a.m. and 5-6 p.m., on KBCS radio 91.3 FM, Bellevue; 'DEMOCRACY NOW!' INDEPENDENT JOURNALIST Amy Goodman's show with news and opinions NOT HEARD ON MAJOR NETWORK NEWS; info http://www.Democracynow.org or http://kbcs.fm [updated 4/11/10] ONGOING WEEKDAYS, please confirm at website, 9-10 am, and 9-10 pm, on Seattle Community Media, cable channel 77/29, daily show of Democracy Now! national independent news hour; the BEST IN INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM each day covering national and international affairs, Hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman & Juan Gonzalez; Featuring breaking stories around the globe dealing with war and peace, racial, social and gender justice, globalization, media criticism and the environment; info Seattle Community Access Network, 206-522-4758 or http://www.seattlecommunitymedia.org [updated 9/25/11] ONGOING WEEKDAYS, FamilyWorks Resource Center, 1501 N 45th Street, Seattle; FREE CHILDRENS PLAYGROUPS at FamilyWorks with different focus every day; Monday - LGBT Playgroup 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesday - Grupo de Juego en Espanol/ Spanish Playgroup 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Tuesday - Music and Movement Playgroup 12:30-1 p.m., Wednesday and Friday - Everybody's Playgroup 10-11:30 a.m., Thursday - Play and Learn Group 2-3:30 p.m., Thursday - Children from China Playgroup 5:30-7 p.m., info http://www.familyworksseattle.org ONGOING WEEKDAYS, in front of the Mount Vernon Court House; People for a Peaceable Planet, a Skagit County group Committed to PEACE, JUSTICE AND NONVIOLENCE holds Vigils M-W-F at noon and on Friday at 4 pm, info http://www.ppplanet.org [updated 06/18/05] ONGOING MONDAYS ONGOING TUESDAYS ONGOING TUESDAYS, at the Downtown YMCA, Seattle; American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) YUIR YOUTH UNDOING INSTITUTIONAL RACISM meets weekly. info Dustin Washington 206-632-0500 ext 14 or dwashington@afsc.org ONGOING TUESDAYS, 4-6 pm, at the SYPP office, 2820 E. Cherry St. on the corner of 29th & Cherry behind the YWCA, Seattle; Inviting All Youth & Youth Groups! Do you think the WASL graduation requirement is unfair? Do you think that students need more power to make change in your school? Do you feel like it's time to take action and DEMAND EDUCATION JUSTICE NOW? Then join Seattle Young People's Project's Education Justice Campaign. We are a youth (ages 13-19) led group seeking SOCIAL JUSTICE AND YOUTH LIBERATION! The Education Justice campaign is an effort to address the injustices that take place in our schools. We will work to get rid of the WASL graduation requirement, fight racism in our school system, demand that students have more rights and a voice that is listened to! Snacks & bus tokens provided. info 206-860-9606 or http://www.sypp.org [added 9/3/06] ONGOING TUESDAYS, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at SEIU Local 6, 150 Denny Way near Seattle Center; SEATTLE LABOR CHORUS rehearses. All are welcome; no auditions, just come if you like to sing and support labor. Union songs, contemporary protest, songs of freedom. info 206-524-7753 or http://www.seattlelaborchorus.org [updated 2/10/04] ONGOING WEDNESDAYS ONGOING WEDNESDAYS, 1 pm, at 2222 N Pacific St, Seattle; The InterConnection COMPUTER REUSE AND LEARNING CENTER Computer Donation Program: Anyone who volunteers at our center for 30 hours receives a free computer set. Volunteers also receive free computer hardware and software training. Come in for an orientation. No appointment necessary. info 206-633-1517 or http://www.interconnection.org/index.php?pagina=volunteer/o nsite [added 9/24/07] ONGOING WEDNESDAYS, 6-8 pm, at Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave in auditorium, Everett; GLOBE, GAY, LESBIAN, OPEN-MINDED, & BISEXUAL Empowerment: A Support Group for Youth 14-20. Sponsored by Snohomish Health District. info 425-339-5251 [added 4/27/04] ONGOING THURSDAYS ONGOING THURSDAYS, 5-6 pm, at Ruth Dykeman Youth & Family Services, 15001 8th Ave SW, Burien; GLBTQ Youth Support Group for youth 13-19 years old. Come, meet, have fun & hang out with other GAY LESBIAN BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER & QUESTIONING youth. info 206-243-5544 ext 320 [added 4/27/04] ONGOING CERTAIN THURSDAYS, 6-9 pm, at 45th St Clinic in Seattle; DENTAL SERVICES FOR HOMELESS YOUTH and young adults. Patients should be 12-23, currently homeless or have been homeless in the past year (transitional housing residents ok!) info Wakx (Joaquin) Uy 206-633-7639 or uyj@psnhc.org [added 10/24/05] ONGOING THURSDAYS, 6:30-8 pm, Call for location in Bellevue; B-GLAD - BISEXUAL, GAY, LESBIAN, TRANS & QUESTIONING ADOLESCENT Drop-In Group. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. info 425-747-4937 [confirmed 12/12/04] ONGOING THURSDAYS, 6:30-8 pm, at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, 104 - 17th Avenue South, Seattle; The Black Improvisational Theater Troupe Experience Exploring themes central to the BLACK DIASPORA EXPERIENCE IN AMERICA. Building Community. Creative Expression. and Fun! Come and work with various local actor/educators and learn improv techniques in a safe and culturally specific environment. No experience necessary. Just an open mind and comfortable clothing. The Black Improv Troupe: Initiating a return to Black Renaissance info Timeca Briggs 206-324-2896 [added 3/5/05] ONGOING THURSDAYS, 7-8:30 p.m., at Tullys, 2100 N 45th St., Wallingford, Seattle; CONVERSATION CAFÉS are a citizen initiative for hosted conversations in public places where a diversity of views are welcome; Conversation Cafes; in the wake of 9/11, in these times of intense change, when people have as many questions as answers, Conversation Cafes are places to listen, speak and learn in a spirit of respect and inquiry, info Jerry, 206- 329-5454, jerryweissman@hotmail.com or http://www.conversationcafe.org [web confirmed 6/22/11] ONGOING, FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, & SUNDAYS, 10 am - 6 pm, at 606 Maynard Ave. South, Suite #107 in Seattle's International District; APIWFSC Thrift Store to benefit ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER WOMEN & FAMILY SAFETY CENTER (APIWFSC), donated items and volunteers needed, info 206- 467-9976 or apiwfsc@apialliance.org ONGOING FRIDAYS ONGOING FRIDAYS, 7:40 am and 2 pm, on KBCS-FM, 91.3, online at http://www.kbcs.fm ; Green Acre Radio, produced by Martha Baskin, a weekly RADIO SPOT WITH AN ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS. info http://www.kbcs.fm [added 4/11/10] ONGOING FRIDAYS, noon - 1:30 p.m., at Upstage Deli, 940 Water St, Port Townsend; CONVERSATION CAFÉS are a citizen initiative for hosted conversations in public places where a diversity of views are welcome; in these times of intense change, when people have as many questions as answers, Conversation Cafes are places to listen, speak and learn in a spirit of respect and inquiry, info Jim Rough, 360-385-6959, jim@dynamicfacilitation.com or http://www.conversationcafe.org [web confirmed 6/22/11] ONGOING SAT & SUN, 6-9 a.m., on KEXP 90.3 FM Radio in Seattle and KXOT 91.7 FM in Tacoma, Mind Over Matters PROGRESSIVE POLITICAL Programs, includes Saturday 6 a.m. Alternative Radio, 7 Sustainability Segment with Diane Horn, 7:30 Community Forum, 8 Counterspin by media group FAIR, 8:30 Eat The Airwaves!, political commentary by Geov Parrish and Maria Tomchick of Eat The State! Independent weekly, Sunday 6 Bioneers, 6:30 Between the Lines, 7 Talks/Interviews, 8 TUC Radio, 8:30 Making Contact; the show is also archived for two weeks and streamed live on the web at http://www.kexp.org, info 206-520-5838 [confirmed 5/6/11] ONGOING SATURDAYS ONGOING SATURDAYS, 10 am, at 2222 N Pacific St, Seattle; The InterConnection COMPUTER REUSE AND LEARNING CENTER Computer Donation Program: Anyone who volunteers at our center for 30 hours receives a free computer set. Volunteers also receive free computer hardware and software training. Come in for an orientation. No appointment necessary. info 206-633-1517 or http://www.interconnection.org/index.php?pagina=volunteer/o nsite [added 9/24/07] ONGOING SATURDAYS, noon, at Yesler Terrace Community Center, Seattle; FOOD NOT BOMBS Saturday FREE MARKET (a.k.a. "Produce to the People, Right On!"). Each week, FNB members and individuals from Yesler Terrace - a government housing complex - collect food donated from local co-ops and distribute it. Occasionally other household goods are donated for distribution. info 206- 933-5708 or seattle-fnb@riseup.net or http://sfnb.revolt.org [added 11/23/07] ONGOING SATURDAYS, 2:30-4:30 pm, at Elder & Adult Day Services, 12831 NE 21st Place, Bellevue; FREE CITIZENSHIP CLASS. Catalyst Training Solutions has been training citizenship applicants in Seattle and the Eastside since 1990. Director Dr. Elizabeth Love has twice been honored with the State of Washington's Outstanding Citizen award. The three requirements for naturalization are: Demonstrated speaking/ writing/ reading knowledge of basic English; Demonstrated knowledge of US history; Demonstrated knowledge of US government. Catalyst Training Solutions Citizenship Program has been specifically designed to meet this need. The entire process takes about 4-6 months, calling for a commitment from both students and facilitators. History and government segments are taught in modular format designed to provide a strong foundation in both subjects using effective learning material used by Dr. Love for this purpose. In addition, students are exposed to almost all forms of tests used in the US. In the period prior to their interview (6 weeks), students begin individual tutoring. info ehlove@earthlink.net or 425-643-6799 [added 8/25/09] ONGOING SUNDAYS ONGOING SUNDAYS, 5-6 p.m., on KAOS 89.3 FM Olympia; NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT JOURNALISTIST GEOV PARRISH on No Talking Heads [confirmed 10/17/07] ONGOING SUNDAYS, 6 p.m., at Ravenna United Methodist Church, 5751-33rd Ave. NE, Seattle; Dignity/ Seattle an organization of GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDERED (GLBT) ROMAN CATHOLICS, holds weekly liturgies and prayer services; Dignity/USA and Dignity/Seattle believe that GLBT people can practice their sexuality in a loving, life- giving and life-affirming manner that is consistent with Christ's teachings; info http://www.dignityusa.org or 206- 325-7314 or http://www.dignitypacific.org/Seattle/ [confirmed 6/25/04] ONGOING SUNDAYS, 7 pm, at Occidental Park in Pioneer Square, Seattle; FOOD NOT BOMBS serves a FREE VEGGIE MEAL open to everyone. We start cooking at about 4 pm Sunday afternoon at 835 Yesler Way, the big red brick Unitarian center on the corner of Broadway and Yesler. To get involved in the cooking, cleaning, serving or food collection, leave a message at 206-949-0322 or email seattle-fnb@riseup.net Or stop by Occidental Park Sunday evening, we'd love to meet you. info 206-933-5708 or seattle-fnb@riseup.net or http://sfnb.revolt.org [added 11/23/07]