December, 2009

Events new or changed since the previous version are marked with (**), since the version before that with (*).

*NOV 27 - DEC 3, at Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave, Capitol Hill between Pike & Pine, Seattle; The Yes Men Fix The World (87 min, Andy Bichlbaum & Mike Bonanno, 2009) is a screwball true story about two gonzo political activists who, posing as top executives of giant corporations, LIE THEIR WAY INTO BIG BUSINESS CONFERENCES and pull off the world's most outrageous pranks. From New Orleans to India to New York City, armed with little more than cheap thrift- store suits, the Yes Men squeeze raucous comedy out of all the ways that CORPORATE GREED IS DESTROYING THE PLANET. Bruno meets Michael Moore in this gut-busting wake-up call that proves a little imagination can go a long way towards vanquishing the Cult of Greed. Who knew fixing the world could be so much fun? "Comedic vigilante justice? Media savvy pie-to-the-face." -USA Today. With the Yes Men live on Nov 27th only at the 7pm & 9 pm screenings. Watch the trailer: http://theyesmenfixtheworld.com/ ticket info http://www.nwfilmforum.org

NOV 28 - DEC 3, Vancouver BC, Bellingham, Seattle, Portland, Eugene, and other places; Pacific Northwest convergence march into the WORLD MARCH FOR PEACE AND NONVIOLENCE. Organizers needed, info 253-627-3007 or parkeburgess@gmail.com or http://www.ourtragicflaw.com

NOV 29 - DEC 2, at Creech Air Force Base, Indian Springs, Nevada; NO DRONES ACTIONS with Cindy Sheehan. Carpool from Bellingham/ Seattle, info http://www.nodrones.com or Lisa 360-292-3439

DEC 1 - 27, at Intiman Theatre, Seattle Center; BLACK NATIVITY with Gospel and Holiday favorites. The Christmas Story with the punch of a Gospel Church. Musical direction and arrangements by Pastor Patrinell Wright. Tickets 206- 269-1900 or http://www.intiman.org

MON 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.

MON 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/

**TUES DEC 1, 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 Neil Planert 206-782-8773 or John Bito, PNPJ liason- nowar@att.net or http://www.snowcoalition.org/event.php?action=list&h_id=35 [confirmed 12/29/08]

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Federal Building, 2nd & Marion, Seattle; Support the Ongoing DECLARATION OF PEACE. This demonstration is an outgrowth of Code Pink's summer vigil to Bring Troops Home Fast. Come stand with Joe Colgan and members of Military Families Speak Out. Join us in visits to the senators offices to demand that the troops be brought home and funding for an unjust war be cut off. (Joe is the father of Lt. Ben Colgan, KIA in Baghdad, Iraq, November 1, 2003.) info joepatcolgan@comcast.net or 206-824-5368 [confirmed 9/8/09]

TUES DEC 1, and subsequent 1st Tuesdays, but please confirm, noon - 2 p.m., at Al Rochester Room, Floor 2, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), info 206-684-8146 or opareviewboard@seattle.gov, Listen to meetings in progress on the Boards & Commissions Listen 206-684-4718

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., at the intersection of 104th Ave (The Benson) and the Kent Kangley Rd, 256th St, Kent; Bring a cool sign. . SOUTH KING COUNTY PEACE VIGIL info Phil Heft 253-631-5789 [updated 5/2/09]

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 1 - 4 pm, at Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave, between E Howell & E Denny Way, Metro Buses 8, 10, and 43 stop nearby, Seattle; Lambert House's LGBTQ HOMELESS YOUTH SERVICES. Lambert House offers: counseling, referrals, bus tickets, local phone calls, showers, laundry, and hygiene supplies. Lambert House is a drug & alcohol-free space. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GAY LESBIAN BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER & QUESTIONING youth, ages 14-22. info http://www.lamberthouse.org/ or 206-322-2515 ext 16 [added 11/7/09]

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 2 pm, at Duwamish Industrial Training Center, Building N, 6770 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle WA; APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES PROJECT Orientation. info 206-768-6671 [updated 8/29/09]

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 5 to 7 pm, at the intersection of Tolt Ave. and Bird St in Carnation; PEACE VIGIL. info Mary Crane, epjc@songdog.eskimo.com [added 3/26/07]

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 pm, at Kaladi Brothers Coffee, 511 E Pike St between Summit and Belmont, Seattle, Wheelchair accessible; Smash the Church, Smash the State: The EARLY YEARS OF GAY LIBERATION, a newly published anthology, is the topic of a seven-week discussion series. 'This book represents a shapshot of that moment when queers weren't obsessed with tying the knot or picking up a rifle to go off and fight 'terrorists.' Revolution was in the air.' says editor Tommi Avicolli Mecca. Free. Drop-ins welcome. Sponsored by Radical Women and the Freedom Socialist Discussion Series. info 206-722-2453 or http://www.socialism.com/seattle

TUES DEC 1, 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; Group 4's current campaigns included working to free our group's Prisoner of Conscience, Ngawang Phulchung, a Tibetan monk, and Chinese internet activist Shi Tao, Western Region Focus Case; death penalty abolition; Stop Violence Against Women campaign; corporate accountability for human rights, including internet censorship in China; and U.S. human rights accountability including the "war on terror" and ending torture; info http://www.scn.org/amnesty or aigroup4@gmail.com or 206-622-2741 [updated 11/3/08]

TUES DEC 1, 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 [updated 2/24/07]

TUES DEC 1, 7 - 8:30 pm, at CAMP, 722 18th Ave. near Colombia St, Central Area of Seattle; Planning meeting of the MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION Committee, preparing for the Jan 18, 2010, MLK Day March and Rally. info Larry Gossett 206-296-1002 or http://www.MLKSeattle.org

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m., at New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle; Study circle "UNDERSTANDING REVOLUTION." How does deep-going social change happen? A weekly discussion group will read Leon Trotsky's acclaimed work The History of the Russian Revolution, which details the world's first socialist uprising. Free. Everyone welcome. Sponsor: Freedom Socialist Party. info 206-722-2453, fspseattle@mindspring.com [added 8/9/09]

**TUES DEC 1, 7 p.m., in 130 Kane Hall, University of Washington, Seattle; Discussion of UW's Common Book, Dreams from My Father, by BARACK OBAMA. Conversation about RACE, IDENTITY, AND AMERICA. Speakers include Luis Fraga, associate vice provost for faculty advancement, a Latino who studies the politics of race and ethnicity; Christopher Parker, assistant professor of political science, an African American who specializes in African American politics; and Ralina Joseph, assistant professor of communication, who shares with Obama a mixed-race heritage and studies multicultural identity. Each will share thoughts about the book and then open up to questions and comments from the audience. Registration is required at http://www.uwcommonbook.org, There will be 100 seats available for nonstudents

**TUES DEC 1, and subsequent Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., at The Cascade People's Center, 309 Pontius Ave. N, Seattle; Join the Queer Ally Coalition for weekly community organizing meetings of LGBT people and allies. The Queer Ally Coalition is a grassroots democratic alliance of LGBT people and allies committed to the FIGHT FOR QUEER RIGHTS, CULTURE, AND LIBERATION. Current Projects: Referendum 71/Marriage Equality in Washington; Nationwide Kiss-In at local Mormon temple; Hate Crimes Rapid Response Network; LGBT Youth Shelter/ Housing Proposal with the Mayor's Office; National March for Equality in Washington, DC (October 10-11); building a grassroots, democratic, statewide network of LGBT and allied activists and organizations. info 206-612-6139 or queerallycoalition@gmail.com or http://www.queerallycoalition.org [added 8/9/09]

DEC 2, International Day for the ABOLITION OF SLAVERY

**WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7 am or first light - 8:30 a.m., at 100th Street pedestrian overpass on I-405, Kirkland; weekly OVERPASS PEACE DEMONSTRATION. info Todd Boyle tboyle@rosehill.net or 425-827-3107 [confirmed 8/19/09]

WEDS DEC 2, 9 am - 5:15 pm, at Washington State Convention & Trade Center, Seattle; 2nd Annual SOLAR POWER: PROJECTS AND PERMITTING. Solar power is becoming a viable, reliable, and cost-efficient form of energy in the Northwest. If you own property, or if you represent clients with real estate, or are simply interested in the possibilities of Solar Power, you should join us at the Second Annual Solar Power - Projects and Permitting Conference. Join us to learn about the possibilities, and how to put them into action. Solar Power: Recent History and Future Potential; Solar Policy: Incentives and Markets; Financing Solar Projects; Residential Solar Updates and Commercial Solar Projects; LEED Certification and Other Green Building Certification Programs; Becoming an Accredited Installer; The View from a Utility. This seminar is available via Live Webcast, which will allow you to tap into our event with your computer. Live CLE Credits are available for WA. registration and info 800-574-4852

**WEDS DEC 2, 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 8/24/09]

**WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent Wednesdays, 1 - 4 pm, at Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave, between E Howell & E Denny Way, Metro Buses 8, 10, and 43 stop nearby, Seattle; Lambert House's LGBTQ HOMELESS YOUTH SERVICES. Lambert House offers: counseling, referrals, bus tickets, local phone calls, showers, laundry, and hygiene supplies. Lambert House is a drug & alcohol-free space. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GAY LESBIAN BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER & QUESTIONING youth, ages 14-22. info http://www.lamberthouse.org/ or 206-322-2515 ext 16 [added 11/7/09]

**WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., in front of Port Orchard City Hall, 216 Prospect Street, Port Orchard, WA; POCAW, PORT ORCHARD CITIZENS AGAINST WAR, meets in a PEACE VIGIl and greets rush hour travelers, with signs for peace. Please come join us! info ilyana@oo.nu [updated 8/20/09]

**WEDS DEC 2, 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 [updated 11/17/09]

**WEDS DEC 2, 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. info http://www.ufppc.org/content/view/141/ [confirmed 8/23/09]

WEDS DEC 2, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, at University Unitarian Church, 6556 35th NE, Seattle; former ABE KELLER PEACE EDUCATION FUND invites you to join our tasty and informative Wine and CheeseFun(d) Raiser. Hear Seth Manzel of Coffee Strong on GI resistance, Don Whitmore on Obama's nuclear disarmament agenda, and our Peace Activist trainees. info 206-722-1669

**WEDS DEC 2, 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 John Bito, PNPJ liason- nowar@att.net or http://www.snowcoalition.org/event.php?action=list&h_id=35 [confirmed 11/7/07]

WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m., at Labor Temple, Hall 8, 2800 1st Ave, Seattle; JOBS WITH JUSTICE Seattle Organizing Committee meeting, info 206-441- 4969 [confirmed 3/5/07]

*WEDS DEC 2, 6 - 9:30 pm, at The Garden House, 2336 15th Ave South, Seattle; Seattle Now's All Holiday Gathering and Annual Meeting. Please join NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN for potluck, fun, and board elections. Spoken word and tarot readings with Rev. Shae Savoy, Poet-Priestess and Tarot Reader. info nowseattle@gmail.com or 206-632-8547

WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, 6 pm, at Whatcom Peace & Justice Center's offices in the Anything Grows building, 100 E. Maple Street, Bellingham; NONVIOLENT DIRECT DEMOCRACY OPEN DISCUSSION GROUP facilitated by local activist Ellen Murphy. Ellen is on the national nonviolence training committee of The Declaration of Peace. She has many years of experience with direct action, including work with her mentor Fr. Daniel Berrigan. This is an independent group of activist activity and all who come in the spirit of peace and nonviolence are welcome. info 360-734-0217

**WEDS DEC 2, 7 pm, at Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway, Seattle; Mosaic Multicultural Foundation presents Tales of the Divine, An evening presentation with MYTHOLOGIST and storyteller Michael Meade. Proceeds support VOICES OF YOUTH AND INTERCULTURAL PROJECTS. In ancient myths, the divine presence can be found in things of this world as well as in the eternal realm. Through the sense of Living Myth the story of creation is not a onetime event, but an ongoing process that requires human attention and involves human destiny. In this mythic view, finding one's inner passion and "calling" in life is more essential than simply having choices. A New York native with a razor sharp wit, Meade's insights are especially valuable since they have been hard won through decades of work in the trenches of mentoring youth, visiting prisons, assisting war veterans and fostering dialogues between genders and races. Through story, poetry and discussion, he is able to find common ground on hostile turf, working with Chicago gangs, in barrios in LA, on Native American reservations and with Sudanese refugees. Join us for an evening that considers how to become a "disciple" in one's own life and how to find one's true worth in the world. This dynamic and surprising array of stories, poems, and commentary offers tools for negotiating the troubles of the modern world while finding paths of purpose, meaning, and destiny. Tickets $12. info or ticekts http://www.mosaicvoices.org or 206-935-3665

**WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent Wednesdays, 7 pm, on Channel 77 in Seattle or 29 in King County; Indymedia Presents, the weekly TV program collaboration between Seattle's Independent Media Center and Pepperspray Productions which was born in the swirling tear gas of the WTO protests in Seattle. We are a collective of video activists dedicated to presenting the PEOPLE'S SIDE OF THE STORY, often ignored by corporate media. info http://www.peppersprayproductions.org or info http://www.scantv.org [updated 8/22/09]

WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent 1st Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at Burien Library, 14700 8th Ave. SW, Burien; SOUTHEND NEIGHBORS FOR PEACE & JUSTICE presents the Wednesday Night at the MEANINGFUL MOVIES. This film TBA. If library parking lot is full, please park at nearby church parking lot. Sponsored by Southend Neighbors for Peace & Justice, info rdare2@yahoo.com [updated 5/30/07]

**WEDS DEC 2, and subsequent Wednesdays, 8 pm, (right before Democracy Nows new time slot) on Comcast cable access channel 77 in Seattle/ King County and live on the web http://www.scantv.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.scantv.org [updated 10/12/09]

THURS DEC 3, at Seattle City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 600 4th Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; The Seattle CITY COUNCIL FINANCE AND BUDGET COMMITTEE meeting. info 206-684-8888 or http://www.seattle.gov/council/agendasc/finance.pdf

**THURS DEC 3, noon - 8 pm, at Revolution Books, 89 S Washington St., west off 1st ave in Pioneer Square, Seattle; Revolution Books Presents Posters of the CHINESE CULTURAL REVOLUTION. Join us for the First Thursday Artwalk opening of this month long display, and talk to people that attended 'Rediscovering China's Cultural Revolution Symposium' in Berkeley, California. Throughout the month we'll be having different events related to this display, so check our website. This is a time of major economic crisis, two U.S. occupations and millions worldwide living on less than $2 a day, a time also marked by major shifts in the thinking of people as to what is possible for humanity. In fact, you have been systematically and pervasively lied to about the actual experience of past communist revolutions and especially about the period of time from 1966 to 1976 called the Cultural Revolution in China. Was the Cultural Revolution a disaster that caused much social upheaval, and destruction? Or was the kind of upheaval that was happening part of the most liberating epoch humanity has ever seen? Come to Revolution Books and decide for yourself. info 206-325-7415, or rbsea@yahoo.com or http://www.revolutionbookssea.org/ [added 10/25/09]

**THURS DEC 3, and subsequent Thursdays, noon - 1 p.m., at the Broadway Farmer's Market, 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/content/view/141/ [confirmed 8/23/09]

**THURS DEC 3, 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 11/17/09]

THURS DEC 3, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., at Rainier Beach Branch, 125 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle; FREE CITIZENSHIP INFORMATION AND LEGAL ASSISTANCE! The Seattle Public Library, City of Seattle Human Services Department and the King County Library System will offer citizenship workshops. Free and open to the public. No registration is required. The workshops will feature presentations by Library staff members and immigration experts. An immigration lawyer or Bureau of Immigration Appeals (BIA) accredited advocate will be able to provide advice and answer questions from participants. Private consultations with the attorney will be available during the last part of the workshop. Participants will be given free naturalization information booklets and N-400 naturalization application forms. Languages: English, Lao, Somali, Oromo, Amharic, Tigrigina, and Vietnamese. info or assistance in other languages 206- 386-4148

THURS DEC 3, 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 Marta Idowu marta.idowu@seattle.gov or 206- 684-4540 or http://www.seattle.gov/humanrights/meetings.htm [revised 5/4/08]

THURS DEC 3, and subsequent 1st Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm, [note new location] at Kaladi Brothers Coffee, 511 E Pike St, Seattle; The LESBIAN GAY BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER QUEER BOOK CLUB. monthly book: TBA. info http://www.seattlelgbt.org [updated 12/21/08]

**THURS DEC 3, and subsequent Thursdays, 6 - 7 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 showthat 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. This show: TBA. info http://www.kbcs.fm [confirmed 7/20/09]

THURS DEC 3, and subsequent 1st Thursdays, 6 - 7 p.m., at the downtown branch of the Seattle Public Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle; The Newcomers Resource Project at the King County Bar Association and the Seattle Public Library present a monthly LEGAL WORKSHOP series geared to IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES living in King County. Each installation of the series will feature a presentation given by community advocates and attorneys, immediately followed by the opportunity for questions and feedback. The series aims to arm newcomers and allies with knowledge of pertinent laws and an understanding of strategies for seeking recourse for violations of rights. Interpretation will be provided at every workshop. This workshop TBA. info Arielle 206-267-7027 or arieller@kcba.org

**THURS DEC 3, Registration 6:30 pm, Program7 pm, at Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), 2700 24th Ave E, Seattle; Join YPIN, MOHAI, and the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies of the University of Washington for a unique showing of This is What Democracy Looks Like, by filmmaker Jill Freidberg, as she leads us through "a week that changed the world. (72 min, Jill Freidberg, 2000) "Of all the Seattle WTO PROTEST DOCUMENTARIES, zines, and testimonies, this film is the one that will make sense of what happened...It's beautiful, moving, and will force you to question how far you would go to stand up for your rights." - Portland Mercury. "?a truly ground-breaking accomplishment. With beautiful graphics, a passionate narrative, and stunning writing, it embodies the spirit of the protests." - Naomi Klein, Columnist and author of NO LOGO. In partnership with the Harry Bridges Center from the University of Washington and the Young Professionals International Network (YPIN) from the World Affairs Council, will mark the 10th anniversary of the WTO protests in Seattle. The screening will be followed by a discussion with filmmaker, Jill Freidberg, Matthew Sparke and Verlene Jones moderated by KUOW reporter Deborah Wang. Guests will examine how the actions of 1999 have influenced present day events along with how they will continue to shape the future. $5 members/students/MOHAI members, $10 non- members. A pre-screening reception will be held 6 pm with Freidberg, Sparke and Jones for $25 members/ students, MOHAI members, $40 non-members. Light appetizers and wine will be served. Register, at http://www.world-affairs.org/calendar.cfm?eventID=1194&action=eventDetails, info http://www.seattlePLUS10.org

THURS DEC 3, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Avenue at Seneca Street, Downstairs, enter on Seneca, Seattle; Town Hall presents Nomi Prins on The UGLY TRUTH BEHIND OUR FINANCIAL CRISIS. The federal government's financial bailout was a scary and maddening wake-up call for America. But Wall-Street-insider-turned-journalist Nomi Prins, author of It Takes a Pillage, says our eyes aren't all the way open yet. Prins, former managing director at Goldman Sachs and current senior fellow at Demos, knows Big Finance and big money, and says that amid the bailout's exposure of greed, irresponsible regulation, and selfish mind-sets, the scariest part is that for all the trillions we're spending or committing, our economic system remains in disarray - and Washington has no real plan for fixing it. Presented by Town Hall?s Center for Civic Life, with Demos and Elliott Bay Book Company. Series supported by RealNetworks Foundation, the Brown Foundation, and the Otto Haas Charitable Trust. Tickets are $5 at http://www.brownpapertickets.com or 800-838-3006, and at the door beginning at 6:30 pm. Town Hall members receive priority seating. info http://www.townhallseattle.org

DEC 4 - 13, in Nicaragua; FAIR COFFEE HARVEST. This winter, spend your vacation harvesting social justice, and join Global Exchange's Fair Coffee Harvest Reality Tour to Nicaragua! Our delegation will highlight the difference between fair and free trade coffee. Participants will live with a local farming family and work alongside the farmers to cultivate coffee. This is a unique opportunity to experience the other side of the struggle for social and economic justice and learn about a complex issue first- hand. $950. info http://www.globalexchange.org/tours/951.html or Sneh Rao sneh@globalexchange.org

*DEC 4, 5, & 6, in Tijuana, Mexico; 6th U.S./ Cuba/ Venezuela/ Mexico/ NORTH-SOUTH AMERICA LABOR CONFERENCE, Meet frontline leaders of the struggles throughout Latin America and the Caribbean - from Cuba, Mexico, Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Bolivia, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Colombia, Philippines, Panama ... Discuss the ALBA alternative to the imperialist Free Trade agreements like NAFTA, immigration, solidarity and Nuestra America development uniting the workers movement throughout the region. Share ways workers are meeting the challenge of the global economic crisis. Special Freedom for the Cuban Five program and dinner on Dec. 4 with family members of the Cuban heroes unjustly held in U.S. prisons just days before the resentencing of Ramon and Fernando Participants are encouraged maximize discussion opportunities by staying at the conference venue: Hotel Palacio Azteca Reservations can be made at: Reservaciones de Hotel: Hotel Palacio Azteca, Blvd Cuahutemoc Sur #213 Colonia Davila, 22400 Tijuana, Mexico, Toll Free from USA 1 888 901 3720 Toll Free From Mexico 01 8000266660 Single/Sencilla Room $80 U.S. Dollars, Double/Doble Room $114 U.S. Dollars. (This will included two breakfasts and one dinner, Este precio incluye dos desayunos y una cena). Please mention the/Favor de mencionar para un descueanto al: Cuba Labor Conference to get the discounted price. Registration including Friday dinner and Free the Cuban Five program - $85 ($75 for residents of Mexico) - $55 for Sat/Sun. only. Register at http://laborexchange.blogspot.com, or download form and mail check to Labor Exchange, POB 39188, Redford MI 48239. If you have a problem contact 313-575-4933 or laborexchange@aol.com

**FRI DEC 4, 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 war, give heart to antiwar supporters on the way to work. Protest the new escalation of the war on Iraq. Come for the whole time or a bit of time, Bring signs- but there are usually extras for all. Coffee afterwards at Verite on 34th. We have been vigiling weekly for 6 years! info Kathy Barker 206- 328-2804 or kbarker@systemsbiology.org, Sarah Banks 206- 720-1389 or SarahB@saranjan.com [confirmed 5/6/09]

FRI DEC 4, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, in Thomas Berry Hall, Whidbey Institute, Whidbey Island; Susan Howlett leads 3rd Annual Not-for-Profit Workshop, SUSTAINING YOUR ORGANIZATION BY SUSTAINING YOURSELF: a solution that makes sense. Are you worn out from trying to achieve your mission as the need grows more urgent and your capacity grows thinner? Do you feel responsible for securing your budget as funding streams dry up and your board shies away from fundraising? Is it hard to keep staff and volunteers motivated and productive while they're being asked to do more with less? You are not alone. If you're feeling drained and out of balance, this session will help you tap into the deep wells within you that restore and nourish you while you help repair the world. This one day workshop includes special offers to fully integrate your renewal.

**FRI DEC 4, noon - 1:30 p.m., at Gowen 1A, University of Washington Seattle Campus; Targeted Killings: The Decline of the NORM AGAINST ASSASSINATION with Speaker Nina Tannenwald, Associate Professor of International Relations, Watson Institute for International Studies, Brown University; Discussant: William d'Ambruoso, Ph.D. Student, University of Washington. This event is part of the UWISC lecture series. Co-sponsored by the Center for Global Studies. info Kristan Seibel kseibel@u.washington.edu

**FRI DEC 4, and subsequent Fridays, noon - 1 p.m., at the SE corner of Colby and Hewitt Avenues, downtown Everett; Everett Peace Action hosts a PEACE VIGIL. This group has vigiled every Friday since Oct 1, 2002. Rain or shine activists gather in front of the Bank of America to protest the Iraq War. We have done this since the beginning of the war and have attracted the bad element of pro-war, pro-Bush fanatics who gather on the opposite side of the intersection in front of the Frontier Bank. You can VOICE YOUR OPPOSITION TO THIS IMMORAL WAR for an hour every Friday. Come join us! info Albert Penta 360-792-2129 or albertpenta@hotmail.com [confirmed 9/10/09]

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 3 - 4 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 10/2/09]

**FRI DEC 4, 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 for announcements and discussion at The Mount Bakery Restaurant, 308 W. Champion Street. info 360-733-4146 [confirmed 9/7/09]

**FRI DEC 4, 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 8/24/09]

**FRI DEC 4, and subsequent Fridays, 5 - 6 p.m., on Ruston Way at the foot of McCarver St. near Johnny's Ocean Fish, 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/content/view/141/ [confirmed 8/23/09]

**FRI DEC 4, 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 [updated 9/4/09]

**FRI DEC 4, and subsequent Fridays, 5:10 - 6:40, corner of Washington Ave and 1st St, Bremerton; PEACE VIGIL. Please join our group greeting two ferry commuter boats with signs of your choice. Between boats we relax at our favorite locally owned and operated coffee shop for thought provoking conversation. info kitsapforpeace@gmail.com or Jane Rebelowski 360-479-7179 (after 6 p.m.) [added 11/23/07]

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, at Bellingham Dharma Hall, 1101 N. State Street, third floor, corner of Maple, Bellingham; MEDITATION FOR PEACE 5:30 - 6, Sponsored by the Bellingham Buddhist Peace Fellowship and Bellingham Dharma Hall. Followed by BUDDHIST PEACE FELLOWSHIP meeting, 6:15 - 7:30. All community members welcome. info 360-527-9101 [added 3/25/06]

*FRI DEC 4, 6 pm cocktail, 6:45 dinner and program, at House of Hong Restaurant, 409 8th Ave. S., Seattle; TOP CONTRIBUTORS TO THE ASIAN COMMUNITY Dinner. this year's honorees will include: Martha Choe, Chief Administrative Officer of the Gates Foundation; Dow Constantine, King County Executive-elect; Lloyd Hara, King County Assessor- elect; Mike McGinn, Mayor-elect of Seattle; John Okamoto, Executive director of 8,000-member Washington Educators Association. Registration $45 advance, $55 after Dec. 2, $60 for walk-in if available; $30 for students with I.D., $35 student walk-ins. Register at 206-223-0623 or rsvp@nwasianweekly.com

**FRI DEC 4, and subsequent Fridays, 6 - 7 p.m., at Anderson Park, Redmond Road at 168th, in Redmond; we stand together to WITNESS FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE, still going strong every week since 2002. Please bring signs which reflect current issues (some signs provided). This group is affiliated with Evergreen Peace and Justice http://www.epjc.net and SNOW Sound Nonviolent Opponents of War http://www.snowcoalition.org, All are welcome, info Peggy Loomis, 425-788-5292 or peggyloomis@hotmail.com [confirmed 2/7/07]

**FRI DEC 4, 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 [updated 9/4/09]

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 6:30 pm, on KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio; KBCS presents our newest locally produced public affairs program, Speak On It Radio. Host and producer Logic Amen connects HIP HOP COMMUNITIES WITH ISSUES CONCERNING SOCIETY, pop culture, spirituality and politics - and that's just the start. info http://www.kbcs.fm [added 8/6/07]

FRI DEC 4, 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 A Film: "The Age Of Stupid" (93 min, Franny Armstrong, 2009). The Age Of Stupid is the new cinema documentary from the Director of 'McLibel' and the Producer of the Oscar-winning 'One Day in September'. This enormously ambitious drama-documentary-animation hybrid stars Oscar-nominated Pete Postlethwaite as an old man living in the devastated world of 2055, watching 'archive' footage from 2008 and asking: WHY DIDN'T WE STOP CLIMATE CHANGE while we had the chance? Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 7 pm, at Revolution Books, 89 S Washington St., west off 1st ave in Pioneer Square, Seattle; Reverberate Open Mic. Bring your poetry, hip hop, music? Reverberate to liberate! Be a part of conceptualizing this new monthly event, making it an open mic like no other. Contribute to a culture of RADICAL AND REVOLUTIONARY FERMENT, critical thinking, and resistance! Host: Stacy Barnes. info 206-325-7415, or rbsea@yahoo.com or http://www.revolutionbookssea.org/ [added 10/25/09]

**FRI DEC 4, 7:30 p.m., at New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, Wheelchair accessible; Public Forum. 'Young and in the Streets: The New Wave of QUEER RADICALISM.' A panel of beginning and experienced leaders appraises the upsurge and examines the future direction of LGBT activism. . Door donation $3. Snack plates available at 6:30pm for a $6 donation. Sponsor Freedom Socialist Party. To request childcare please call in advance. info 206-722-2453, fspseattle@mindspring.com or http://www.socialism.com/seattle

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 7:30 pm, at 911 Media Arts Center, 402 9th Ave N, Seattle; 911 Media Arts Center and Hazel Wolf Environmental Film Network present a monthly showcase of progressive documentaries called the GREEN FILM SERIES. The HWEFN opens up its extensive film library to showcase documentaries of all shapes and sizes on environmental issues. This evening features topic TBA. Admission $5. info http://www.911media.org or http://www.hazelfilm.org/greenfilms.html#reinvention

FRI DEC 4, and subsequent 1st Fridays, 8 pm, at Christoff Gallery, 6004 12th Ave. S., Seattle; This Film TBA. Age 21 and over only venue. presented by "the levee breaking" monthly film series showcasing the use of CREATIVITY AND THE ARTS TO NURTURE SOCIAL JUSTICE. Age 21 and over only venue. Donations accepted. info Jesse or Pamela 425-442- 7104

SAT & SUN DEC 5 & 6, 9:30 am - 6 pm, at the 2100 Building, 2100 24th Ave, Seattle; Become A More Powerful Peacemaker In Your Family, Community, And Workplace. Become a Compassionate Listener, helping to bring peace and healing to your life and our world ? just in time for the holiday season. Many professionals, teachers, parents, counselors, coaches, mediators, etc. have found their work greatly enhanced thorough integrating the practices of Compassionate Listening. Your personal life will be enhanced, with improved relationships with family, friends and co-workers, helping to bring peace and healing to the world - and bring compassionate support to yourself. Learn how to bring the powerful practices of COMPASSIONATE LISTENING into your daily life. Facilitated by Andrea Cohen & Susan Partnow. 2-day Basic Intensive. Sliding scale from $150-350. Special friends' rate of 50% discount after first person pays full fee. Partial scholarship money may also be available. info Andrea 206-523-6018 or cohencomm@comcast.net or http://www.compassionatelistening.org/calendar or http://dec09intensive.eventbrite.com or 360-626-4411

SAT DEC 5, in Olympia; Become A More Powerful Peacemaker In Your Family, Community, And Workplace. Learn how to bring the powerful practices of COMPASSIONATE LISTENING into your daily life. Listening and speaking from the heart - even in the heat of conflict. Facilitated by Leah Green. Basic Intensive. info http://www.compassionatelistening.org/calendar or 360-626- 4411

*SAT DEC 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Cleveland High School, 5511 15th Ave. S., Seattle, metro routes 106 and 60; FORECLOSURE PREVENTION WORKSHOP. What are your options to keep or save your home? Get answers from government agencies, lenders and non-profit agencies. Come discuss refinancing or modifying your loans, learn about foreclosure prevention programs, and understand the foreclosure process. Bring copies with you: photo ID, Social Security card, closing documents, last 2 years W-2's and tax returns, last 2 months pay stubs, last 2 bank statements, and monthly mortgage statements. Also, if you have them, layoff notice from employer and medical letter from doctor. For an immediate referral to a mortgage counselor, call Washington Information Network by dialing 211. Sponsored by: City of Seattle Office of Housing, Seattle Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington State Department of Financial Institutions, Comcast, and the Asset-Building Collaborative of Seattle-King County. To register, call the Urban League at 800-368-1455

**SAT DEC 5, 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 DEC 5, 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 4 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 bobtrut@juno.com [confirmed 9/20/09]

SAT DEC 5, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, 11 a.m. - noon, on the east side of Bothell Way at the corner of Ballinger Way, Lake Forest Park; Lake Forest Park for Peace MONTHLY VIGIL FOR DARFUR. Join us for our monthly vigil to call attention to the genocide in Darfur. All are welcome. Bring signs and banners. info Hallie Condit 206-365-5053 or hj_3246@hotmail.com [added 6/4/07]

SAT DEC 5, noon market starts, 8 pm - midnight music, at Low Income Housing Institute, Seattle; PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET returns to the Underground Events Center. everyone is welcome, it's all ages until the evening, and it costs just $25 per space to sell at the market. However, this is gonna be an even nuttier PRFM than usual. The December show is always our busiest and we won't be using the outside space this time. Once expenses are covered, all additional proceeds will go to LOW INCOME HOUSING ADVOCATES LIHI, info http://www.lihi.org, info PRFleamarket@gmail.com or 206- 957-8076 or http://www.myspace.com/punkrock_fleamarket

**SAT DEC 5, and subsequent Saturdays until further notice, noon - 2 pm, at Westlake Plaza, 4th & Pine, downtown Seattle; PROTEST THE ISRAELI & EGYPTIAN SIEGE ON GAZA. Please watch the short video below to see what the siege is doing to the people of Gaza: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex0v5BDVFHk, Following sidewalk education, join us for Conversation at La Brea Bakery. info Amin Odeh http://www.VoicesofPalestine.org or Theaacc.org [confirmed 12/17/08]

**SAT DEC 5, 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 425-455-4048 [confirmed 8/6/07]

**SAT DEC 5, and subsequent Saturdays, noon - 1 p.m., at bridge #122, 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! [vigil formerly held near Borders Books, may return to that site in future] info http://www.ufppc.org [confirmed 8/23/09]

*SAT DEC 5, 2 p.m., South end of Wallingford Playfield, at the intersection of N42nd St & Densmore Ave N, Seattle; Spokespeople Bike Ride. Seattle is one of America's BEST CITIES FOR BIKING. Spokespeople will make it even better! Starting at Wallingford Playfield, Spokespeople will travel on the first Saturday of every month between neighborhood centers. Spokespeople will gather new and experienced urban cyclists in a fun, low carbon activity. Join us! info http://www.spokespeople.us or info@spokespeople.us or 206-547-9569 or 206-713-6269 day of ride cell

SAT DEC 5, 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 Rev. Rich Gamble, spambles@yahoo.com or 206-632-6021 or http://www.concernforiraq.org [usual time confirmed 10/2/09]

**SAT DEC 5, and subsequent Saturdays, 3 - 4 p.m., at Westlake Park near 4th and Pine, Seattle; Vigil & leafletting to PROTEST ONGOING WARS AND OCCUPATION IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN. This vigil started by the 911 Peace Coalition has been going on for over 7 years. info cobra2953@aol.com [confirmed 9/6/09]

SAT DEC 5, 4 pm, at SIFF Cinema, 321 Mercer St, Seattle Center; KCTS9 Television, KBCS 91.3 FM, Seattle Office for Civil Rights, and the Seattle International Film Festival support our fifth season of FREE DOCUMENTARY FILMS. This show young@heart "Special Holiday Event!" no RSVP required. info http://www.CommunityCinema.org

SAT DEC 5, and subsequent 1st Saturdays, 8 - 10 pm, at Hidmo Eritrean Cuisine Restaurant, 2000 S. Jackson Street at 20th, Seattle; COMMUNITIES AGAINST RAPE AND ABUSE (CARA) invite you to Ladies First, with the support and sponsorship of Hidmo Entertainment, B-Girl Bench, KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio, and Many Community Artists & Activists. Ladies First puts ladies first, by featuring or highlighting women and transgender people through their creation of various art forms. whether it is Hip Hop, Funk, drumming, guitar, spokenword, Rock, djing, metal work, jewelry, emceeing, b-girl, dance, music, art, graffitti, and so much more. info cara.intern@gmail.com ulucar@gmail.com [confirmed 09/27/08]

SUN DEC 6, 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 Louise 206- 306-1312

SUN DEC 6, and subsequent 1st Sundays, 4 - 6 p.m., at POCAAN, 2200 S Rainier Ave S at S Walker St, Seattle; Sistah 2 Sistah Social/ Organizing Meeting, An opportunity to socialize & discuss/plan future activities. Sistah 2 Sistah is a social/support group for LESBIAN, BISEXUAL & TRANSGENDER WOMEN OF AFRICAN DESCENT, info 206-322-7061 ext 235; [updated 10/29/07]

SUN DEC 6, and subsequent 1st Sundays, 4 - 5 p.m., at the intersection of Park St. & North Bend Blvd. next to the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Museum and the Visitor's Center in North Bend; SNOQUALMIE/ NORTH BEND CITIZENS FOR CHANGE will hold a PEACE VIGIL to honor our troops in Iraq and to encourage their safe return home. Join us. Bring candles or flashlights. info rubin51@comcast.net [updated 3/21/07]

MON DEC 7, and subsequent 1st Mondays, 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. info 206-324-5850 or http://www.nacseattle.org or info@NACSeattle.org or http://www.dakotta.com or 206-973 7449 [usual time confirmed 5/15/06]

**MON DEC 7, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, at Microsoft Campus, Redmond; Global Washington Conference: A Blueprint for Action. The GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY is dedicated to transformational change in the world. Collaboration is more important now than ever. This conference will harness the energy of Washington State's global development advocates. Nicholas Kristof will give the keynote address. Nicholas D. Kristof, a columnist for The New York Times since November 2001, writes op-ed columns that appear twice a week. He recently published a book with his wife about women in the developing world entitled Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide. Previously, he was associate managing editor of The Times, responsible for the Sunday Times. Connect with other conference attendees and join the conversation in our online community, Global WA Connects! http://connect.globalwa.org/talks/show/8218, Register at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/83882, info http://globalwa.org/?page_id=1271

**MON DEC 7, 9:30 a.m., at Seattle City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 600 4th Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle; The Seattle CITY COUNCIL FINANCE AND BUDGET COMMITTEE meeting. The City Council will discuss, and take public comment on, the proposed appointment of David G. Jones to be City Auditor; a sign-up sheet will be available outside the door to Council Chambers at 9 a.m. You may also send written comments to Councilmember Gooden at P.O. Box 34025, Seattle, WA 98124-4025; fax comments to 206-684-8587; or e-mail comments to jean.godden@seattle.gov, info 206-684-8888 or http://www.seattle.gov/council/agendasc/finance.pdf or Tom Van Bronkhorst 206-684-8807 or tom.vanbronkhorst@seattle.gov

**MON DEC 7, 5:30 pm, at Seattle City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 600 4th Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle, and can be viewed live at http;//www.seattle.gov/council ; Special meeting of the Seattle CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON OPEN GOVERNMENT. Council President Richard Conlin will accept public comment on proposed revisions, available at the council website. If you need the document in an alternate format, contact the City Council Clerk's Office at 206-684-8142 or 206-684- 5707 or clerk@seattle.gov Written public comments regarding these proposed amendments will be accepted up to noon Thurs Dec 10, 2009. Send comments to Catherine Moore, City Clerk, P. O. Box 94728, Seattle, WA 98124-4728 or catherine.moore@seattle.gov or deliver to Floor 3 of City Hall. All comments will be provided to Councilmembers. The Council's Chambers and offices are physically accessible; Print and communications access provided on request. Call 206-684-8888 (TDD: 206-233-0025) for further information. info 206-684-8888 or http://www.seattle.gov/council or Catherine Moore 206-684- 8361 or catherine.moore@seattle.gov

MON DEC 7, 7:30 p.m., at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Avenue at Seneca Street, Downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Town Hall presents William Langewiesche: 'MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON'. Last January 15, a US Airways jet had just taken off from New York's LaGuardia Airport when it was struck by a flock of geese, destroying both engines. Over the next three minutes, the plane's pilot, Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, managed to glide the jet to a safe landing in the Hudson River. It was an instant media sensation - the 'Miracle on the Hudson' - and Captain Sully was a hero. But how much of the happy ending can actually be credited to the pilot? To what extent is the 'miracle' the result of extraordinary, but not widely known, and in some cases quite controversial, ADVANCES IN AVIATION and computer technology? In his latest book, Fly By Wire, Vanity Fair foreign correspondent (and pilot) William Langewiesche explores the world of advanced aviation and assembles the untold stories necessary to truly understand the 'miracle,' questioning our assumptions about the role of human decision-making in modern aviation. Presented by the Town Hall Center for Civic Life with University Book Store. Series supported by The Boeing Company and RealNetworks Foundation. Tickets are $5 at http://www.brownpapertickets.com or 800-838-3006, and at the door beginning at 6:30 pm. Town Hall members receive priority seating. info http://www.townhallseattle.org

TUES & WEDS DEC 8 & 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Antioch campus, 2326 Sixth Avenue between Bell and Battery in Belltown, Seattle; C3 Graduate Student Symposium. Graduating students from Antioch's five CENTER FOR CREATIVE CHANGE degree programs present findings from their community-focused change projects. info Wendy Olsen 206- 268-4208 or 1-888-268-4477 ext. 5208; wolsen@antioch.edu

*TUES DEC 8, 9 am - 3 pm, at Mezza Cafe, 3rd Floor, Starbucks Corporate Building, 2401 Utah Ave S., Ste 301, Seattle; Center For Learning Connections presents Leadership: The Experience 4 - Session 4 - NEW HABITS OF MIND FOR NEW SOLUTIONS. This fourth annual leadership development event has been designed to responsively meet the urgent need for critical skill building through a series of seven leadership development sessions, to be held monthly from September 2009 through to March 2010. Each of these seven leadership development sessions will include topic presentation, interactive skill building activities and a 'best practices' practitioner panel, facilitated by the presenter(s). Presenters Steven Byers and Nalani Linder. $85-95, info http://www.learningconnections.org/clc/experience/conferenc e09/index.htm

**TUES DEC 8, noon - 1:30 pm, at World Trade Center Seattle, 2200 Alaskan Way, 4th Floor; Iraqi Priorities: A Conversation and Luncheon with Samir Sumaida'ie, IRAQI AMBASSADOR to the U.S.. Moderated by former U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, Ryan Crocker What are the strategic priorities for the Iraqi government and how are those goals being met? How should the Obama administration continue to define its policy priorities in Iraq over the short and long term? How has the change in U.S. foreign and defense policy affected Iraqi governance, security, and development? The World Affairs Council presents Ambassador Samir Sumaida'ie, Iraqi Ambassador to the United States since April 2006. Prior to his appointment as Ambassador Sumaida'ie, he served as Permanent Representative to the United Nations from July 2004 - April 2006, as the Minister of Interior in Baghdad, and as a member of the Governing Council in Iraq. He has also held positions on the Security, Finance, and Foreign Relations Committees. Ambassador Sumaida'ie was born in Baghdad and resided there until 1960. Prior to the removal of the Baathist regime under Saddam Hussein, Ambassador Sumaida'ie was actively involved in opposition efforts in the United Kingdom. As a founding member of the Association of Iraqi Democrats and the Democratic Party of Iraq, he is widely renowned as an expert on the political climate in Iraq. In addition, Ambassador Sumaida'ie is an entrepreneur and a designer. Since joining the Foreign Service in 1971, he also had assignments in Iran, Qatar, Iraq and Egypt, as well as Washington. He was assigned to the American Embassy in Beirut during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982 and the bombings of the embassy and the Marine barracks in 1983. Event Sponsor: The Boeing Company Cost: Members and students $45; non-members $60. Register at http://www.world-affairs.org/Iraqi_Ambassador.htm

**TUES DEC 8, 1 - 2 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N. 85th St., Seattle; CONSCIOUS CONSUMING: RETHINKING December holiday choices and learning to do the most good. With Eco Lifestyle Coach Gina Diamond. This workshop will explore the impact traditional holiday choices have on people, the environment, and animals. During the facilitated discussion, alternative options will be offered based on what participants value and the concept of being in service. Participants will walk away with a stronger sense of empowerment over their own choices, an action step they can easily implement, and an understanding of how simple positive changes can benefit both our inner and outer worlds. info Emily 206-297-0875 or emily@greenwoodseniorcenter.org

**TUES DEC 8, 5 - 8 pm, at University of Washington, Thomson 317, Seattle; Three Cups of Tea: ISLAM AND SCHOOLING IN ASIA: Islam, Asia, Modernity. Professional Development for EDUCATORS WORKSHOP with Presenters: Ethan Casey, Dr. Talant Mawkanul. Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace ... One School at a Time, featuring Greg Mortenson with follow up materials from IAM. Sponsored by South Asia Center, Ellison Center, East Asia Center, Southeast Asia Center, and Center for Global Studies of the Jackson School. info South Asia Center seac@u.washington.edu

TUES DEC 8, and subsequent 2nd Tuesdays, 6:30 pm, at Marina Park Pavilion on the Kirkland waterfront park, on 255 bus route; KIRKLAND PEACE VIGIL meets monthly. We call ourselves "Citizens Along the Lake". info http://mysite.verizon.net/resuxn0n/citizensalongthelakeforp eace/ or Donna Schill 425-821-5596

*TUES DEC 8, and subsequent 2nd Tuesdays and 4th Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N. 85th St., Seattle; "The Transition Handbook" book group. Transition Initiatives are part of a vibrant, international grassroots movement that builds community resilience in response to the challenges of PEAK OIL, CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE ECONOMIC CRISIS. This summer we will begin a Community Discussion to explore The Transition Handbook: From Oil Dependency To Local Resilience by founder Rob Hopkins. This hands-on guide offers pragmatic and positive ways to help communities deal with the inevitable and profound changes ahead. Facilitated by Cecile Andrews. All are welcome! Meetings will be held twice month. Books can be purchased for a 15% discount at Santoro's Books, 7405 Greenwood Ave. N. info Anne 206-784- 1850, achelan@aol.com [updated 11/15/09]

**WEDS DEC 9, 2 pm, at Seattle City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 600 4th Ave between James and Cherry Streets, Seattle, and can be viewed live at http;//www.seattle.gov/council ; The Seattle CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON OPEN GOVERNMENT meeting. Council President Richard Conlin will accept public comment on proposed revisions, available at the council website. If you need the document in an alternate format, contact the City Council Clerk's Office at 206-684-8142 or 206-684-5707 or clerk@seattle.gov Written public comments regarding these proposed amendments will be accepted up to noon Thurs Dec 10, 2009. Send comments to Catherine Moore, City Clerk, P. O. Box 94728, Seattle, WA 98124-4728 or catherine.moore@seattle.gov or deliver to Floor 3 of City Hall. All comments will be provided to Councilmembers. The Council's Chambers and offices are physically accessible; Print and communications access provided on request. Call 206-684-8888 (TDD: 206-233-0025) for further information. info 206-684-8888 or http://www.seattle.gov/council or Catherine Moore 206-684- 8361 or catherine.moore@seattle.gov

*WEDS DEC 9, 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 remaing 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 DEC 9, 5:30 - 7 p.m., at Central Building, Earl B. Smith Conference Room - 7th Floor, 810 Third Avenue, Suite 750, Seattle; SEATTLE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION public meeting

WEDS DEC 9, 7:30 p.m., at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Avenue at Seneca Street, Downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; Seattle Science Lectures present Richard Ellis: The Changing World of the Polar Bear. Tickets are $5 at http://www.brownpapertickets.com or 800-838-3006, and at the door beginning at 6:30 pm. Town Hall members receive priority seating. At once fierce and adorable, the polar bear symbolizes the harsh beauty and muscular grace of the Arctic. In our age of global warming, polar bears have also come to symbolize the peril that faces all life on Earth. But while the population of polar bears has shrunk by half in 20 years, wildlife painter and acclaimed science writer Richard Ellis says the POLAR BEARS' EXTINCTION, and the ice caps' disappearance, is far from inevitable. Ellis, author of On Thin Ice, says that as the polar bears' habitat disappears, their survival rests on our willingness to take critical steps, such as listing them as endangered, even though that would render their territory off-limits to oil drilling. Presented as part of the Seattle Science Lectures series, with Pacific Science Center and University Book Store. Sponsored by Microsoft. info http://www.townhallseattle.org

THURS 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 foun-dation of international human rights law, the first universal statement on the basic principles of inalienable human rights, and a common stan- dard of achievement for all peoples and all nations.

THURS DEC 10, 1:30 - 3:30 pm, at Beacon Hill Branch, 2821 Beacon Ave. S., Seattle; FREE CITIZENSHIP INFORMATION AND LEGAL ASSISTANCE! The Seattle Public Library, City of Seattle Human Services Department and the King County Library System will offer citizenship workshops. Free and open to the public. No registration is required. The workshops will feature presentations by Library staff members and immigration experts. An immigration lawyer or Bureau of Immigration Appeals (BIA) accredited advocate will be able to provide advice and answer questions from participants. Private consultations with the attorney will be available during the last part of the workshop. Participants will be given free naturalization information booklets and N-400 naturalization application forms. Languages: Chinese, English, Thai, Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese. info or assistance in other languages 206-386- 4148

THURS DEC 10, 7 - 8:30 pm, at Town Hall Seattle, 8th Ave & Seneca St, Seattle; Seattle HUMAN RIGHTS DAY CELEBRATION. Keynote Speaker Prof. Adrien K. Wing on INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S RIGHTS: Lessons in Struggle, Models of Success. Adrien Wing is recognized as an expert in international human rights and social justice. Professor Wing has advised the founding fathers and mothers of three constitutions: South Africa, Palestine, and Rwanda. Sponsored by: Amnesty International, Seattle Human Rights Commission, Seattle Office for Civil Rights, Seattle Women's Commission, The Bush School, United Nations Association, Youth for Human Rights. Free. info Felicia.Yearwood-Murrell@seattle.gov

**FRI DEC 11, Registration 11:30 a.m., Lunch noon, Program: 12:15 - 1:45 p.m., at Westin Hotel, 1900 Fifth Avenue, Seattle; CityClub's 2009 YEAR IN REVIEW. Panelists to date: The Honorable Cathy McMorris Rodgers, United States House of Representatives (WA-5); David Schneiderman, Senior Counselor, The Abernathy MacGregor Group and former CEO, The Village Voice. Moderator: Timothy Egan, Columnist and Author, The New York Times. Pre-registration is required, http://www.SeattleCityClub.org or 206-682-7395. $45/CityClub Members, $50/Guests and co-presenters, $55/General. info Bridget Anderson 206-682-7395 or cityclub@seattlecityclub.org

FRI DEC 11, 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 A Film: "TBA. Discussion follows. Free and open to the public! .. but Donations are kindly accepted. info http://www.meaningfulmovies.org

*FRI DEC 11, 8 pm, at Town Hall, 1119 8th Avenue, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; SEATTLE RADIO THEATRE: 'It's a Wonderful Life.' In a spirited celebration of the holidays, Seattle Radio Theatre offers its 10th annual live radio production, featuring music, whiz-bang live sound effects, and a cast of beloved Northwest personalities. This year's production brings back It's a Wonderful Life, starring Emmy-winning Almost Live star Pat Cashman as George Bailey and Chris 'J.P. Patches' Wedes as Old Man Potter. The performance will also be broadcast live on AM 1090, so plan to be in your seats no later than 7:45 pm for a little 'studio audience warmup' and to stick around afterwards for a post-show reception with members of the cast. Advance tickets are $13 general; $10 Town Hall members, students & seniors; $5 kids 12 and under at http://www.brownpapertickets.com or 800-838-3006; $15 general; $13 Town Hall members, students & seniors; $5 kids 12 and under at the door. info http://www.townhallseattle.org

*SAT DEC 12, 9 am -1 pm, at St. Joseph Parish Social Hall, 732 18th Ave E, Seattle; Michael H. Crosby, OFM Cap., Advent: Inbreaking of the Word in Cosmic History. Join us for prayer, ritual and presentation to consider a deeper way of connecting as we REDISCOVER OUR CALL TO COMPASSION. Michael Crosby, a Capuchin Franciscan, is a popular writer and lecturer. He is the author of many books, including The Paradox of Power: Moving from Control to Compassion in a World of Violence. Michael gives talks around the world on BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITY, AND JUSTICE. Sponsored by the Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center. Pre-Registration $15 before Dec. 7th or $20 at the door. Online registration http://www.ipjc.org

SAT DEC 12, and subsequent 2nd Saturdays, 10 am - noon, at Mosaic Coffeehouse 4401 2nd Ave NE, Seattle; SUSTAINABLE WALLINGFORD MONTHLY GATHERING. Sustainable Wallingford is a wheelbarrow organization, holding and moving forward ideas bubbling in our community on how to live on one planet with grace and joy. Find your place! Get involved! info http://www.greenwallingford.ning.com and http://www.sustainablewallingford.us [added 10/4/09]

SAT DEC 12, and subsequent 2nd Saturdays, 10 am, at Northwest Leadership Foundation, 717 Tacoma Ave. S., Tacoma; One America (formerly HATE FREE ZONE) FAMILY MEETINGS: Please join us for a family meeting for those who have been AFFECTED BY DETENTION AND DEPORTATION. Families are encouraged to share their stories and learn about their human rights. Meetings are meant to provide support for families and an opportunity to advocate for change. info Deena 206-723-2203 ext. 209 or deena@hatefreezone.org tollfree helpline 1-866-HFZONE1 (1- 866-439-6631) [added 11/7/07]

SAT DEC 12, 10 am - 3 pm, at Greenbridge Library & Jim Wiley Community Center, 9720 8th Ave S.W., Seattle; FREE CITIZENSHIP INFORMATION AND LEGAL ASSISTANCE! The Seattle Public Library, City of Seattle Human Services Department and the King County Library System will offer citizenship workshops. Free and open to the public. No registration is required. The workshops will feature presentations by Library staff members and immigration experts. An immigration lawyer or Bureau of Immigration Appeals (BIA) accredited advocate will be able to provide advice and answer questions from participants. Private consultations with the attorney will be available during the last part of the workshop. Participants will be given free naturalization information booklets and N-400 naturalization application forms. Languages: Chinese, English, Khmer, Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese. info or assistance in other languages 206-386-4148

SAT DEC 12, and subsequent 2nd 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

SAT DEC 12, and subsequent 2nd Saturdays, 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 2/9/09]

**SAT DEC 12, 2 - 3 pm, at Occidental Park, Seattle; Health Care Reform Rally. Health Care for America Now (HCAN) invites you to a rally in support of PROGRESSIVE, COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE LEGISLATION. Come and raise your voice for health care reform!

*SUN DEC 13, 2 pm, at the West Seattle library, downstairs, 2306 42nd Ave SW, Seattle; West Seattle Neighbors for Peace and Justice will show RETHINKING AFGHANISTAN, ground-breaking, full-length documentary focusing on the key issues surrounding this war, at the Sunday Meaningful Matinee. Free Admission. Discussion afterwards. Popcorn for Peace. Juice for Justice. info John 206-932-9522 or jmrepp@comcast.net

SUN DEC 13, 5 pm, at 1423 10th Ave in the basement, Seattle; ANSWER film series. The Runner, drama from Iran about HOMELESS CHILDREN UNDER THE SHAH. Film showing is free; donations will be accepted. Please confirm details at http://www.answerseattle.org

MON DEC 14, 1 - 8 pm, at Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N. 85th St., Seattle; The Greenwood S.A.G.E. Project is proud to sponsor our second annual ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET. the GSC will be transformed into a festive market with colorful booths, warm beverages, holiday treats and music. At this 'market,' gifts can be purchased to support featured local, national and international humanitarian projects in honor of family members and friends. Instead of buying a material item for a relative, a shopper might decide to provide a water well for a community in India, purchase a bicycle ambulance for a rural medical clinic in Uganda, or support rescue efforts for girls forced into prostitution in Southeast Asia. Then, the friend or relative will receive a beautiful card explaining the unique PRESENT GIVEN IN HIS OR HER HONOR. These gifts of peace and justice directly benefit some of the most needy people in the world and also raise global awareness for both the gift-giver and the gift-receiver. To volunteer, contact Emily 206-297-0875 or emily@greenwoodseniorcenter.org, info http://www.altgifts.org

MON DEC 14, and subsequent 2nd Mondays, 6 - 8 pm, at Lutheran Community Services NW, 433 Minor Ave N, Suite 100, located one block east of Fairview Ave N and Republican St. Did you know that the U.S. is the only country in the world that receives refugee youth without any family? And that only 18 cities in the nation - including Seattle - offer child welfare programs to resettle these youth? If you would like to open your heart and your home to a refugee youth who has fled civil war or persecution, please contact Erika at eberg@lcsnw.org or 206-694-5780 to sign up for our REFUGEE & IMMIGRANT FOSTER CARE INFO NIGHT. Learn about opportunities to provide long-term, short-term, and respite care to refugee youth from Asia, Africa, and Central America. info http://www.refugeechildren.net

MON DEC 14, and subsequent 2nd Mondays, please confrim at website, 7 pm, at Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th, Seattle; Meeting of SOUND NONVIOLENT OPPONENTS OF WAR. info SNOW http://www.snowcoalition.org

*MON DEC 14, 8 pm, at AMC Pacific Place 11, 600 Pine St, Seattle; Living in Emergency: Stories of DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS with Elizabeth Vargas. Following the documentary, Elizabeth Vargas of ABC News 20/20 and Emmy-award winning investigative journalist will moderate a town hall discussion that will go beyond the headlines of TODAY'S HUMANITARIAN CRISES and go behind the scenes of one of the leading international medical emergency organizations. The panelists will include Sebastian Junger, best-selling author of The Perfect Storm and Vanity Fair contributing editor, Dr. Tom Krueger, Doctors Without Borders surgeon featured in the documentary, Sophie Delaunay, executive director of Doctors Without Borders-USA, and other special guests. theater info 206-652-8908; OTHER LOCATIONS with the same film and panel include: Auburn 17 Theatres, 1101 Supermall Way Ste 901, Auburn, 253-735-8052; Century Theatres Federal Way 16, 2001 S Commons, Federal Way, 253- 946-0942; AMC Kent Station 14, 426 Ramsay Way, Kent, 253- 850-2684; Alderwood 7 Theatres, 3501 184th St SW, Lynnwood, 425-672-2077; Capital Mall 14, 625 Black Lake Blvd SW, Olympia, 360-943-0769; Bella Bottega 11 Cinema, 8890 161st Ave Ne, Redmond, 425-861-6880. Purchase tickets at http://www.FathomEvents.com/DoctorsWithoutBorders, info http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/livinginemergency

TUES DEC 15, and most 3rd Tuesdays, 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, contact Kyle 206-322-6711 ext 32190 or KRapinan@casey.org, info http://www.safeschoolscoalition.org/meet_who_when_where.htm l

TUES DEC 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 6 - 8 pm, at Pacific Gender Center, 1812 E Madison, 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 12/21/08]

TUES DEC 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 6 - 6:30 pm, on SCAN, the Seattle Community Access Network TV, cable channels 77 (Comcast) and 29 (Millennium) and streaming video at http://www.SCANTV.org ; The Abe Keller Peace Education Fund is sponsoring a new cable program series entitled THINK PEACE: PEACEMAKING IN A TROUBLED WORLD. This month's program TBA. Sponsored by American Friends Service Committee in collaboration with the Abe Keller Peace and Education Fund. [confirmed 10/10/07]

TUES DEC 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, but please confirm, 6 - 8 p.m., at Boards & Commissions room, Floor L2, City Hall, 600 4th Avenue, downtown Seattle; Public Meeting on POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY held by the Office of Police Accountability Review Panel (OPARB), info 206-684- 8146 or opareviewboard@seattle.gov, Listen to meetings in progress on the Boards & Commissions Listen 206-684-4718

TUES DEC 15, and most subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, please phone or check website to confirm, 6:15 p.m., in the cafe at Elliott Bay bookstore in Pioneer Square, S Main St & 1st Ave S, Seattle; monthly board meeting of NICA, Northwest INTENTIONAL COMMUNITIES Association, a networking and education organization for intentional communities in the Pacific Northwest; info http://www.ic.org/nica or Fred 425-481-8044 [updated 12/2/06]

TUES DEC 15, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, at Bethany Community Church, 8023 Green Lake Drive N, CE Auditorium, Seattle; Join SUSTAINABLE GREEN LAKE for DO IT YOURSELF GIFTS and Holiday Cheer. Come share tips about celebrating the holidays more sustainably! Learn how to make candles, crochet potholders, brew (root)beer, and other fun holiday gifts. We are looking for a few more teachers with a DIY skill to share. Please contact meganhorst@hotmail.com to be one of our teachers that night.

TUES DEC 15, and most subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 7 - 9 pm, at Cascade People's Center, 309 Pontius Ave N, Seattle; GREEN PARTY OF SEATTLE monthly meeting, topic TBA. info and meeting confirmation Andrew Rose arose_1@yahoo.com [added 6/26/09]

TUES DEC 15, and subsequent 3rd Tuesdays, 7 - 9 pm, at Opperman Design office, Ballard, Seattle; SUSTAINABLE BALLARD TRANSPORTATION GUILD Meeting. Feet, bikes, busses, carpools, boats, cars. Current projects: Ballard Artistic Bike Rack design Contest and Implementation, Ballard Grease Reclaimation project, Sail Transport Network. Bring your Advanced Transportation ideas! Potluck! Directions and info Vic 206-789-7646

TUES DEC 15, 7 - 8:30 pm, at CAMP, 722 18th Ave. near Colombia St, Central Area of Seattle; Planning meeting of the MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION Committee, preparing for the Jan 18, 2010, MLK Day March and Rally. info Larry Gossett 206-296-1002 or http://www.MLKSeattle.org

WEDS DEC 16, noon to 1:30 p.m., in the 2nd floor conference room of the Plaza 600 Building, 6th & Stewart, just across Westlake Avenue from the Westin hotel, Seattle; Metropolitan Democratic Club Program: Nora Leech will speak about her study for the League of Women Voters on the EFFECTS OF GOVERNMENT PRIVATIZATION, nationally and internationally. Feel free to bring your lunch; there is a Starbucks and an adjoining grocery/deli on the ground floor of the Plaza 600 Building. info http://www.metrodems.org or 206-736-9882

**WEDS DEC 16, 5 - 6 pm, on 91.3 KBCS-FM radio or streaming live at http://kbcs.fm/site/PageServer?pagename=VoicesofDiversity, Show Voices of Diversity. Topic: ANTI IMMIGRANT FEELINGS AND RACISM on rise during current ECONOMIC TIMES. We tackle social and cultural topics with insight and zest. Guests will discuss whether or not racism and anti immigrant feelings have increased during these turbulent economic times. 425-564-2424 (call in line), info http://kbcs.fm or Kevin Henry khenry@bellevuewa.gov

WEDS DEC 16, and subsequent 3rd Wednesdays, 6 - 8 or 9 p.m., at 514 Minor Ave. N, Seattle, Seattle; meeting of CASCADE NEIGHBORHOOD Council, SOUTH LAKE UNION neighborhood, info cncsecretary@hotmail.com [confirmed 8/24/09]

*WEDS DEC 16, at Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave at Seneca, Seattle; "IRAN-ISRAEL-US: RESOLVING THE NUCLEAR IMPASSE" Many in the progressive community are deeply concerned that the U.S. and/or Israel may soon repeat interventionist mistakes made in Iraq and Afghanistan. This conference will present a comprehensive approach that could resolve major difference through diplomacy and open a new era in relations between these three current enemies. It will also discuss the best means of supporting the Iran reform movement in its efforts to encourage a government based on democracy and tolerance. Three Iran and Israel analysts with extensive experience in the field will discuss U.S. and Israeli policy options including sanctions and a possible military attack. The speakers will be: Dr. Trita Parsi, director & founder of the National Iranian American Council; Ian Lustick, political science professor, University of Pennsylvania; Dr. Keith Weissman, former director of AIPAC's Iran desk. Among the issues to be discussed: What is the best way to approach the issue of Iran's nuclear program that will secure a positive outcome for those nations opposed to it? What impact might crippling sanctions have on Iran and the overall conflict? Will they work? What repercussions might there be from an Israeli military attack on Iran and would such an attack attain its objectives? If a military attack is a bad idea, how do we work to prevent it? How should the west further the goals of the Iran reform movement? Voices with the Israeli among the military, intelligence and academic communities that embrace a more pragmatic approach. Co- sponsors include: American Friends Service Committee, United Nations Association of Greater Seattle, Network Promoting Peace with Iran, Jewish Voice for Peace, American Muslims of Puget Sound. Organizers ask for Tax-deductible contributions made to: American Friends Service Committee, c/o Iran Conference (note this on your check), 814 NE 40th Street, Seattle, WA 98105. info richards1052@comcast.net

THURS DEC 17, and subsequent 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, in the City Hall, Room 370, 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 206-684-4500 [confirmed 8/25/09]

FRI DEC 18, and subsequent 3rd Fridays, all day; Protest / Demonstration, a monthly day of action called the Iraq Moratorium, with activities occurring in communities, neighborhoods, cities and towns across the country UNTIL THE WAR IN IRAQ IS ENDED. info http://www.iraqmoratorium.org/ [web confirmed 7/17/09]

FRI DEC 18, and subsequent 18th of each month, at St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave E, Seattle; People of all faith traditions are are warmly welcomed for readings and community prayer. INTERFAITH VIGIL FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST, Program of prayer, readings and reflection, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Stop by any time to join the vigil from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. in McCaw Chapel, 8 p.m. - 8 a.m. in Thomsen Chapel. info http://www.pepm.org and click on "Peace Vigil" or Tom Walker 425-641-9247 or http://www.eappi-us.org [updated 5/10/08]

FRI DEC 18, and subsequent 18th of each month, 5:30 p.m., this month location TBA, 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 [confirmed 6/3/08]

**FRI DEC 18, 7 p.m. at the Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N. 85th St., Seattle; No Impact Man Screening and Discussion. From the NO IMPACT PROJECT Website http://noimpactproject.org/, Studies show that 70% of us are unhappy with the shopping frenzy that surrounds the holidays but most of us don't know how to get off the treadmill. What if we worked together to find another way to celebrate? On the first day of the historic UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen, we're bringing people together to talk about shopping. Join the No Impact Project (NIP) and Center for a New American Dream (CNAD) for a nationwide pre-DVD release community screening of the documentary, No Impact Man, and a post-screening discussion about NON- CONSUMPTION IN THE HOLIDAY SEASON. info Emily 206-297-0875 or emily@greenwoodseniorcenter.org

SAT DEC 19, and subsequent 3rd Saturdays, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m., Meet at 8799 19th Ave NW, a few blocks west of 15th NW in Ballard, Seattle; Crown Hill Natural Area NEIGHBORHOOD WORK PARTY PROJECT. We hope to host a crowd of interested neighbors to weed & mulch! Come meet us, volunteer a while, and learn about this wonderful neighborhood park! Sponsor: Friends of Crown Hill Glen, rsvp 3 days in advance please! info Joyce Ford, Plumis Park Advocates, 206-789-1394

SAT DEC 19, and subsequent 3rd Saturdays, 5 - 8 pm, in Seattle's International District; CHINATOWN-INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT ART WALK. Visit indoor and outdoor venues featuring work by local artists, performances, music, cheap eats, movies in the park, and more. Participating Venues include Wing Luke Asian Museum: Free Third Saturday with Extended hours 10am - 8pm plus Family Day at the Wing from 1 - 3 pm; Theatre Off Jackson; Canoe Social Club; Danny Woo Garden; KOBO Gallery at Higo; Momo; Deng's Studio and Art Gallery; New Gallery Century Tea; Former Uwajimaya building; Panama Tea House; Sun May; West Kong Yick building in Canton Alley; Hing Hay Park; 666, 668, 672, and 676 Jackson St.; New Central Bldg, 608 Maynard Ave S.; Chinatown International District Business Improvement Area Office, with many Restaurants featuring Art Walk Specials for $5 and under! Map at http://wingluke.org/chinatownidartwalk.pdf

SUN DEC 20, and subsequent 3rd Sundays, 1 - 3:30 pm, email for location and agenda; P.E.A.R. PRESCHOOL EDUCATORS AGAINST RACISM. How to teach young children to reject bias and embrace differences requires deep study and reflection of our own teaching practices. Are you truly listening to children? Come join this conversation. info Mollypeach@hotmail.com [added 5/22/05]

SUN DEC 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 8/25/09]

**SUN DEC 20, 4 p.m., at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Avenue, downstairs, enter on Seneca Street, Seattle; SHORT STORIES LIVE: CHRISTMAS CLASSICS. In a holiday celebration of literature and theater, professional actors from A Contemporary Theatre will read excerpts from Christmas classics. Frank Corrado will reprise "Ryder Nails the Cleveland Street Kid" by Jean Shepherd, whose short stories inspired the classic holiday film A Christmas Story; Julie Briskman will read Nathan Englander's "Reb Kringle," a comic tale about a Jewish man who works as a department- store Santa; and Jean Sherrard will take on Truman Capote's largely autobiographical "A Christmas Memory." The program is directed by Sherrard, and features a special appearance by Paul Dorpat reading Thurber's "Twas The Night Before Christmas," cheekily rendered in the style of Hemingway. Presented by Town Hall with ACT Theatre. Advance tickets are $13/$10 Town Hall members, seniors & students, at http://www.acttheatre.org. $15/$13 at the door. info http://www.townhallseattle.org

MON DEC 21, and subsequent 3rd Mondays (4th Mon Jan & Feb), 5:30 - 7:30 pm, in the 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 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 206-684-4537 or Felicia Yearwood-Murrell felicia.yearwood-murrell@seattle.gov [usual time confirmed 11/17/09]

MON DEC 21, and subsequent 3rd Mondays, 7 pm, at St Benedict's Parish Center, 1805 N 49th St., Seattle; CATHOLIC SUPPORT ORGANIZATION for parents, spouses, & families of GAY LESBIAN BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER PERSONS, as well as those minorities. info 425-462-9411 or 206-542- 2549 [confirmed 3/19/07]

TUES DEC 22, and subsequent 4th Tuesdays, 7 pm, at Phinney Ridge Center, Blue Bldg, Room 6, Seattle; NW BIODIESEL MEETING. Alternating months between special topic and Biodiesel 101, see website for details. info Aaron Kahn akahn@windermere.com or http://www.nwbiodiesel.org [confirmed 2/23/08]

*THURS DEC 24, 7 p.m., at Highland Park Community of Christ, 8611 11th Ave. SW., West Seattle, Near bus routes 23, 85, 125, and 128; Highland Park Community of Christ invites you to a CHRISTMAS TRUCE EVENT. On Christmas Eve, 1914, between the muddy trenches along the Western Front, the armies of World War 1 spontaneously stopped fighting. They came out of their trenches and met each other in No Man's Land as unlikely friends. Come celebrate Christmas Eve differently this year, in an event remembering the 95th anniversary of the incredible Christmas Truce. Hear stories and songs from the time, see images from the period and truce, and SHARE THE HOPE OF PEACE. An interfaith and non-sectarian experience. Everyone welcome! No charge. info ChristmasTruce.Seattle@gmail.com

FRI DEC 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! info http://students.washington.edu/spiegel/cmass.html or http://catalyst.washington.edu/webtools/epost/register.cgi?? owner=sah5&id=8002 a discussion board for people to discuss things like ride routes and how to deal with traffic lights and police, or anything else related to Critical Mass

SAT DEC 26, and subsequent 4th Saturdays, 11 am, meet at Westlake Park, 4th & Pine in downtown Seattle; Join Veterans For Peace in its monthly walk-about against war. END THE U.S. OCCUPATIONS OF IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN! Prosecute War Criminals, Not War Resisters! Walk to Pike Place Market. Demonstrate and pass out flyers until 1 pm. info 206-499-1220 or projectsafehaven@hotmail.com [confirmed 9/22/09]

DEC 27 - JAN 3, in Cuba; Cuba Education Tours invites you to a people-to-people tour to Cuba for cross border solidarity, friendship and understanding. 51st ANNIVERSARY OF THE CUBAN REVOLUTION Celebration Tour. info on legal travel to the island for Americans http://LegalCubaTravel.com, info http://CubaSolidarity.ca or 1-877-687-3817 or marcel@cubaeducationtours.ca

DEC 27 - JAN 3, in Cuba; Cuba Education Tours invites you to a people-to-people tour to Cuba for cross border solidarity, friendship and understanding. New Years TEACHERS INTRODUCTION TO CUBA Tour. info on legal travel to the island for Americans http://LegalCubaTravel.com, info http://CubaEduTours.net or 1-877-687-3817 or marcel@cubaeducationtours.ca

**DEC 27 - 31, calling on activists around the globe to organize an action to send Obama, the US State Department and Congress a message to pressure the Israeli government to LIFT THE SIEGE ON GAZA Now! On Dec 27, 2008, Israel launched an attack on the Gaza Strip called Operation Cast Lead in which over 1400 Palestinians were killed, including as many as 300 children. In remembrance of these innocent civilians and to mark the fact that it has been one year since the Israeli assault began, some 1,000 people from around the world will join with 50,000 Palestinians in a massive nonviolent Gaza Freedom March on New Year's Eve, December 31, in Gaza. The International Coalition to End the Illegal Siege of Gaza is calling on us to coordinate local solidarity actions to raise awareness and media attention for the big March and the need to end the illegal blockade.

MON DEC 28, may be changed this month, and subsequent 4th Mondays, 6:30 - 9 pm, check the website to confirm location, at the Sunset Hill Community Center, ground floor, at corner of 30th NW & NW 66th, Ballard, Seattle; SUSTAINABLE BALLARD meeting. 6:30-7 Potluck! Bring something delicious to share, and meet your neighbors (also BYO plate/utensils/cup!); 7 - 9 meeting. This month's theme: TBA. Sustainable Ballard is a nonprofit for research, public education, design, conferences, and community building. Our concern is a need for truly localized community organizing that is grass roots based. World petroleum experts are warning of irreversible energy regime changes and social upheaval from gas shortages, rolling blackouts and environmental damage due to Peak Oil. 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 vic@sustainableballard.org or 206-789-7646, info http://www.sustainableballard.org [usual time confirmed 8/15/09]

TUES DEC 29, near holiday, suggest checking, and subsequent last Tuesdays, noon - 1 pm, at Offices of Washington State Bar Association, 1325 4th Avenue, Suite 600, Seattle; forum on a topic of LAW & PEACE. This month topic: TBA. Sponsor: Washington State Bar Association World Peace Through Law Section. Members Free, Non-Section members: $25, Law students: $10. Members of the public: space-available (usually not a problem). CLE credit applied for. Pre-Registration required. info including on-line registration http://www.wsba.org/lawyers/groups/worldpeace or WSBA 800- 945-9722 [usual times confirmed 11/3/08]

THROUGH DEC, at Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave., between Pike & Pine, Seattle; Northwest Film Forum, Seattle's non-profit home for film, presents 69: An in- depth, yearlong EXPLORATION OF THE FILMS OF 1969, presenting a diversity of feature films, documentaries and experimental works that were seen on screens during that tumultuous year. Highlights of the Winter include Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Easy Rider, Midnight Cowboy and The Wild Bunch. Tickets and info http://www.nwfilmforum.org or 206-329-2629

THROUGH DEC 9, in US, Canada, and Central America; Join the Interreligious Foundation for Community Organization IFCO/Pastors for Peace Caravan to HONDURAS & NICARAGUA, an historic SOLIDARITY AND HUMANITARIAN AID CARAVAN. It will be in support of communities and non-governmental organizations that are working for social and economic justice. We will stand with these organizations as they work to create social and economic alternatives based on the principle of peace with justice and dignity for all human beings. Nov 12 - 22 Caravan routes - educational events and aid collections in the US and Canada. Nov 23 - 24 Orientation. Nov 25 - Dec 1 Border crossing and travel to Central America. Dec 2 - 9 Educational and cultural program in Honduras & Nicaragua. info Manolo E. De Los Santos 212-926-5757 or p4p@igc.org or http://www.IFCOnews.org

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Updated on Sunday, November 22, 2009