December 2014: all month
War and People Art Exhibition. Focused on the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988), the Israel-Palestine Wars (1948 & 1967), the Lebanon Civil War (1975-1990), and the Syrian War (2011-2014). With a spoken word evening (see Dec 4). Muslim, Christian & Jewish artists and contributors. Free, donations welcome. Inside/Outside Gallery, Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W Pico Blvd, LA. 310.657.5511. <info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>.
Dec 1 – Mon:
Million March Against Police Brutality: 2p. Anaheim Police Dept, 425 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim. Other actions nationwide in solidarity. <facebook.com/CopBlocksMMAPB>, click on events.
Everyday Heroes- World AIDS Day: Celebrating five everyday people doing extraordinary things to support people living with HIV/AIDS and bring an end to the epidemic. 530p pre-reception, 630p program, 8p post-reception. Desert AIDS Project.
Camelot Theatres, 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs. 760.325.6565. <desertaidsproject.org>.
See details under Repeating Events: ?Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood.
Dec 2 – Tue:
LA Street Vending Hearing: 1p. City Council & the Chief Legislative Analyst examine a proposal for a street vending ordinance. Hunger Action LA (HALA). LA City Hall, Economic Development Committee. For info, contact Mike Dennis, East LA Community Corporation. 323.604.1958. <MDennis@elacc.org>.
43 Disappeared Mexican Students: 6:30-8:30p. The disappearance of 43 Normalistas & attacks on students/community/families of Iguala. How this affects us in our struggle to defend education & the right to organize. Youth of UniÛn del Barrio. Centro Aztl·n Marco Anguiano, 2078 Logan Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info_sd@uniondelbarrio.org>.<uniondelbarrio.org>.
Guantanamo Circus screening: 7p. Circus performers are cleared by the FBI, CIA, DHS & the Pentagon before taking their act to the infamous prison. Short documentary. Q&A w/filmmaker/performer Christina Linhardt & circus ringmaster. $10 includes light buffet. RSVP. Temple Akiba, 5249 S Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City. 310.398.5783. <hshabsis@gmail.com>.
Occupy vs. Tea Party Debate: 7p. Topics: the one percent, taxes, corporations, etc. Audience participation. Fundraiser for non-profit community radio KNSJ 89.1 FM. $4-10 suggested donation, no one turned away. $6.50 optional vegetarian dinner. RSVP. Church of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Pl, San Diego. 619.384.4343. <activistsandiego.org/node/4663>.
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Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice.
McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: Normally 1st Tue. 6-8p. Marina Del Rey.
Military Families Speak Out: 1st Tue 7p. Orange County.
PFLAG EspaÒol-Pasadena: 1st Tue 730p. Pasadena.
Dec 3 – Wed:
KPFK LSB Finance Committee: 11a-2p. KPFK, 3729 Cahuenga Blvd West, N Hollywood. 818.985.2711. <kpfk.org> <mnovick.kpfklsb@gmail.com>
SCANPH Annual Meeting & Mixer: 5:30-8p. SoCal Assoc of Non-Profit Housing. Bring a new & unopened toy to donate to low-income resident family. 213.480.1249. Tamayo Restaurant, 5300 E Olympic Blvd, LA. <scanph.org>.
NOW-OC Holiday Dinner: 6-8p. With silent auction. Check their website to confirm as date approaches. Rutabegorz, 158 W Main St, Tustin. < https://ocnow.org >, click on view calendar.
Healthcare For All: 1st Wed 7p (Dec 3, Jan 7): San Fernando Valley chapter. Improved Medicare (single-payer health care) for all Californians. Bernardi Community Ctr, 6514 Sylmar Ave, Van Nuys. 818.766.7318. <info@hca-sfv.org>. <healthcareforall.org> (click on “local chapters”), <facebook.com/hcasfv>.
Venezuela- The Revolution Continues: 7:30p. Virginia Lopez, Venezuela correspondent for the Guardian, and Miguel Tinker Salas, professor of Latin American history at Pomona College. Hammer Forum. Moderated by Ian Masters, writer/filmmaker & host of KPFK’s Background Briefing. Free; $3 parking under the museum. Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, LA. 310.443.7000. <info@hammer.ucla.edu>. <hammer.ucla.edu>.
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Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
DFA-OC: usually 1st Wed 6:30p social, 7:15-9p meeting. Costa Mesa.
Healthcare For All- SFV: 1st Wed 7p. Van Nuys.
Dec 4 – Thu:
Consensus, Collaboration & Conflict Resolution Workshop: 6:30-8:30p. With Starhawk. Holy Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Cathedral, 650 Micheltorena St, LA. <scorpfaery@gmail.com>. <starhawk.org/schedule>.
Film: 20 Feet from Stardom: Meet the Unsung Heroes Behind the Greatest Music of Our Time: 7p. Peace & Justice Films. Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave (corner Wardman St), Whittier. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
Poets on War and People: 7:30-9p. In conjunction w/ exhibition War and People: Art, Exile and the Middle East. Morani Kornberg-Weiss, Teresa Mei Chuc, Julia Stein. $10 suggested contrib. Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W Pico Bl, LA. 310.657.5511. <info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>.
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Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 71:5p. North Hills.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 730p. Glendale.
Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 730p. LA.
Dec 5 – Fri:
Rob Macon Show Holiday Greetings: accepting “holiday greetings” to air on the show (<Padnet.tv>). Send announcements to <25superduper@gmail.com>.
In-Person Assistance for NGOs: 10a-12n. Can your nonprofit legally engage in lobbying or other advocacy? Reserve a free 30-minute session w/ Alliance for Justice attorney. Email the time you’d like and some general info about your questions. 1000 N. Alameda St, Ste D, L.A. 510.444.6070. <jamie@afj.org>. <afj.org>.
LGBT Center Holiday Potluck Party: 7-10p. Enjoy food & friendly conversation. Bring main dish, side dish, salad or desert for 6-8 people. Suggested donation $5, no one turned away. South Bay LGBT Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance. 310.328 6550. <thecenter@southbaycenter.org>.
Book- Inside Syria’s Civil War: 7:30-9p. Author Reese Erlich. LA Jews for Peace. $10 suggested contribution. Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W Pico Blvd, LA. 310.657.5511. <info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>.
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Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 430-530p. Topanga.
Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Topanga Peace Alliance film night: Usually 1st Fri 730p sharp. Topanga.
Dec 6 – Sat:
CA Food Law workshop: 10a-Noon (light snack following). Locally Grown, Made and Shared. How recent law opens up local sustainable food production. Forage/glean/sell legally. Get your kitchen certified as a home-based business. Learn, connect & enjoy cottage-produced food samples. Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond, Pasadena. Free; suggested donation of 1-2 time credits or $5-10. RSVP required: <asecolocaleconomy@gmail.com>. 213.388.8228. <hungeractionla.org>.
Peace Bazaar: 10a-2p. Support local peace, social justice& environmental organizations; come together to build community & work together for a better world; and avoid the mass-consumption & commercialization by purchasing alternative holiday gifts. Mid-City Gym, 4302 Landis St (enter on 43rd, one way street going south), San Diego. 619.263.9301, 760.634.3604. <bazaar@prcsd.org>, <projyano@aol.com>. <peacebazaar.prcsd.org>.
75 Years of Marvel: 2p. Marvel icons Stan Lee & Roy Thomas and filmmaker Kevin Smith look at the mighty history of the House of Ideas. With Q&A for Thomas’ new book, 75 Years of Marvel: From the Golden Age to the Silver Screen. Thomas & Lee will sign a limited number of copies purchased at the event. Free; $3 parking under the museum. Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, LA. 310.443.7000. <info@hammer.ucla.edu>. <hammer.ucla.edu>.
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Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
AWARE-LA: 1st Sat 1-4p. Assoc of White Anti-Racists Everywhere. Santa Monica.
Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 1st Sat 2-4p. LA.
Dec 7 – Sun:
Tom Hayden: 11a. Learn about Democracy Project and its plan to help address the climate crisis. RSVP: <emmataylor.1509@gmail.com>. Encino location. Original deadline was Nov 25.
CSPG Open House & Holiday Sale, 11a-3p. Refreshments, tours & more. Free.
Center for the Study of Political Graphics, 3916 Sepulveda Blvd, Ste 103, Culver City
310.397.3100. <cspg@politicalgraphics.org>. <politicalgraphics.org>.
Electrifying Transportation: 11a. The Case for Electrifying Personal Transportation. Lifelong environmental advocate Paul Scott. $8. CFI-LA, 4773 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. 323.666.9797. <info[at]cfiwest[dot]org>. <centerforinquiry.net/la>.
Climate Justice ~ Visionary Action Workshop: 12n-8p. With Starhawk. Amid ecological, social meltdowns, how to stay grounded and hopeful? $50 workshop only, $75 wkshp/Ritual/Meal, also other combinations. Carpool & biking encouraged. Fais Do Do Ballroom, 5253/5257 W Adams Bl, LA. <starhawk.org/schedule>.
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Arlington West Memorial Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed. Santa Monica.
Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p. LA.
RAC Food Program Distribution: Sun Noon-5p. LA.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Venice.
OC Greens 1st Sun 2-3p general meeting; 3-4p county council. Irvine.
Vegan Toastmasters: 1st/3rd Sun 3p usually, check first. West LA.
Dec 8 – Mon:
Delegation: Cuba- The Fabric of Cuban Society: Dec 8 – 18. 559.855.4511. <lenivreeves@gmail.com>, <wfpcuba@gmail.com>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegat\ions may require an early registration and planning for international travel.
PXL THIS 24 annual toy video film festival: 6-10p. DOCUMENTAL (2nd Mon). Full program on website. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.
Chain Reaction Sculpture Update: 7p. Please attend the important Santa Monica Landmarks Commission public meeting . A large turnout will show the dedication to preserve CR is alive & well and thank the commission for their work on this issue. SM City Hall, 1685 Main St, SM. 310.399.1000. <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>.
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Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood.
Occupy Venice: 2nd Mon 8p. Venice.
Dec 9 – Tue:
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Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice.
Revolution Books bookstore volunteers meeting: 2nd/4th Tue 7p. LA.
Dec 10 – Wed:
International Human Rights Day, anniversary of International Declaration of Human Rights
Politics & Inequality: 7p (doors open 6:45p). Harold Meyerson speaks on The Future of Politics in an Age of Inequality. Free, RSVP. DSA-LA. Peace Center, 3916 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City. 323.665.8124. <carolnewtn@gmail.com>. <dsa-la.org>.
Dam Nation screening: 7p. $5-$15, sliding scale donation, no one turned away. Food & drink for a small donation. LA Eco-Village, 117 Bimini Pl, LA. 213.738.1254. <crsp@igc.org>. <damnationfilm.com>.
Is LA Mobile Enough to Be a Global City? 7:30p. LA is complicated by travel time- what transportation system does a global city require? LADOT GM Seleta Reynolds, CicLAVia Exec Dir Aaron Paley & Columbia Univ sociologist Saskia Sassen, author of The Global City. A ZÛcalo/Metro Event. $9 parking at Walt Disney Concert Hall garage. Museum of Contemporary Art, 250 S Grand Ave, LA. Contact form on website: <zocalopublicsquare.org>.
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: meeting has been moved to Dec 11, 7:30p Peace Ctr.
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Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
UN Women 2nd Wed 645-9p. W Hollywood.
Singer Suzy Williams: 2nd Wed 7-10p. Venice.
Dec 11 – Thu:
SLASD General Assembly: 4:30p. Schools LA Students Deserve campaign (teachers, students, families). UCLA Community School, 700 S. Mariposa St, LA. <jimenez.rosa@gmail.com>.
Children’s Place Preschool Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner: 6-8p. Event moved from Nov 21. Children’s Place is part of The Ocean Park Childcare Foundation, dedicated to providing children of all socioeconomic backgrounds with quality early childhood education. Church in Ocean Park, 235 Hill St, Santa Monica. Call to verify event details. 310.399.6405.
5 Broken Cameras screening: 2nd Thu 7p (Dec 11, Jan 8). With a report from the West Bank. Conscientious Projector Films. Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena. 310.782.4738, 626.792.4941.
<conscientiousprojector.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/group.php?gid=53883487201>.
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: meeting moved from Dec 10 (usually 2nd Wed) 7:30-9p. Peace Ctr, 3916 S Sepulveda, Culver City 951.638.9259. <changelinks2@gmail.com>.
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Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-1130a. Silverlake.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 7:15p. North Hills.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 7:30p. Glendale.
Downtown Art Walk: 2nd Thu 6-9p approx. peak hours. Downtown LA.
Healthcare for All- LA: 2nd Thu 7-9p. Culver City.
PFLAG-Silverlake: 2nd Thu 7:30p. Silverlake.
Dec 12 – Fri:
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Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 430-530p. Topanga.
Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Dec 13 – Sat:
Americans United for Separation of Church & State: 2p. Who’s Steering This Thing? Where Are We Going? Annual Planning Mtg. Appetizer & Dessert Potluck. Irvine Ranch Water District Community Room, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine. 949.733.9157. <orangecountyau@yahoo.com>. <au-oc.org>.
Interview of political researcher Therese Dietlin: 4p, MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon 2nd Sat), Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Bl, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Physicians as Storytellers for Social Change: 4p program, 5p reception. Neal Baer, MD, pediatrician & TV writer. PSR-LA. $50, free for med students. RSVP. LA Athletic Club, Olympus Lounge, 431 W 7th St, LA. 213.689.9170. <dduffield@psr-la.org>. <psr-la.org>.
Guns, Drugs & the CIA screening: 7p. Hosted by Frank Dorrel; guest speaker Michael Novick, publisher of Turning The Tide. Dessert. Free. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Bl, Culver City. 310.838.8131. <fdorrel@addictedtowar.com>.
Middle East Comic Relief Benefit: 8-10:30p. The Sultans of Satire. $35, $5 campus parking. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E Atherton St, Long Beach. 562.985.7000. <info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>.
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Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
OC Peace Coalition: 2nd Sat 10a-Noon. Irvine.
Fair Chance Project & Free Legal Clinic: usually 2nd Sat 10a-3:30p. Inglewood.
Americans United for Separation of Church & State: 2nd Sat 1:30p. Irvine.
Long Beach Art Walk: 2nd Sat 4-10p. Long Beach.
Pomona Art Walk: 2nd Sat 6-9p peak hours. Downtown Pomona.
Dec 14 – Sun:
Extended submission deadline for Mujeres de MaÌz ZINE 2015. Theme: Madre, Mother. Info & submission form: <mujeresdemaiz.com>, click on publications.
Ecovillage Tours: Sun Dec 14. 10:30a-1p. History, context, transitions, plans & visions. See website for other dates, tours by appt. $10 sliding scale (ask for lunch info). RSVP required. LA EcoVillage, 117 Bimini Place, LA. 213.738.1254. <crsp@igc.org>. <laecovillage.org>.
NOW SFV/NELA annual election & holiday: 12n. Celebrity politicos on issues confronting feminists in the coming year. To serve on the board: <info@sfvnow.org>. Potluck featuring Jan B. Tucker’s water smoked turkey with regular and vegetarian dressing. RSVP. 13845 Correnti St, Arleta. 818.539.5910. <info@sfvnow.org>. <sfvnow.org>. <facebook.com/events/564043843696804>.
Art Auction Benefit for Critical Resistance LA: 5p reception, 6p performances, 8p DJs. Dreaming Wildly // Fighting to Win. Support their grassroots work to end the prison industrial complex. Book signing/reading, LA Poverty Dept. The Underground Museum, 3508 W Washington Blvd, LA. 510.444.0484.x4. <criticalresistance.org>, <facebook.com/events/224110721122220>.
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Arlington West Memorial Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed. Santa Monica.
Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p. LA.
RAC Food Program Distribution: Sun Noon-5p. LA.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Venice.
Dec 15 – Mon:
Homeless Children Gift Drive (Dec 15-23). USA Donuts & Croissants: new or unwrapped gifts for homeless children in the area. 562.929.1189 for Holiday Specials. 10959 E Firestone Blvd, Norwalk.
SD Activist Holiday Party: 7p. Peace in the New Year! music & entertainment. Potluck. Joyce Beers Community Ctr, 3900 Vermont St, San Diego. 619.283.1100. <activistsandiego.org/node/4667>.
KPFK LSB Governance Committee: 7:30-10p. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City. Free parking in the rear; dial “22” on the intercom for admittance. 818.985.2711. <kpfk.org>.
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Fair Chance Proj Food Distro: Mon 10a-12n. Inglewood.
Topanga Peace Alliance General Meeting: Usually 3rd Mon. Topanga.
Dec 16 – Tue:
KPFK LSB Finance Committee: 7:30-10p. KPFK, 3729 Cahuenga Blvd W, N Hollywood. 818.985.2711. <kpfk.org>.
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Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice.
Rising Start Toastmasters: 3rd Tue 6p. Burbank.
Dec 17 – Wed:
Chelsea Manning Birthday Celebration: Let them know if you know of an event and they’ll publicize it. Refusing to Kill is a British support group. <payday@paydaynet.org>. <refusingtokill.net>.
KPFK Local Station Board: 7-10p. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Bl, Culver City. Free parking in the rear; dial “22” at door for admittance. 818.985.2711. <kpfk.org>.
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Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
Meditations On Media (MOM): 3rd Wed 7-10p. Venice.
PFLAG-Westwood: 3rd Wed 730p. Westwood.
Dec 18 – Thu:
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Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-1130a. Silverlake.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 7:15p. North Hills.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 730p. Glendale.
Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 7:30p. LA.
SFV Atheists United: usually 3rd Thu 6:45p dinner/social; 7:15p discussion. North Hills.
Peace & Freedom Party: 3rd Thu 7p. LA.
Peace & Justice Teach-In: 3rd Thu 7p. Whittier.
PFLAG EspaÒol-East LA: 3rd Thu 730p. East LA.
Dec 19 – Fri:
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Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
PFLAG EspaÒol-SFV: 3rd Fri 7p. Panorama City.
Dec 20 – Sat:
Jazz Funk Fest. (Date changed to Dec 27.)
KPFK Holiday Concert & Benefit Show: 6p. Maggie LePique celebrates 20 yrs at KPFK w/ star studded concert. Oscar Hernandez of world renowned Spanish Harlem Orchestra, artists, guests & performances. Benefit for KPFK’s Studio A Project. $55. RSVP website. Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 Sunset Blvd, Hwd. 818.985.2711. <kpfk.org>, click on calendar.
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Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 3rd Sat 1-5p. Pasadena.
Dec 21 – Sun:
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Arlington West Memorial Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed. Santa Monica.
Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p. LA.
RAC Food Program Distribution: Sun Noon-5p. LA.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Venice.
Vegan Toastmasters: 1st/3rd Sun 3p usually, check first. West LA.
LA CafÈ Plays: 3rd Sun 7:30p, 9p. Santa Monica.
Dec 22 – Mon:
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Fair Chance Proj Food Distro: Mon 10a-12n. Inglewood.
Dec 23 – Tue:
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Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice.
Revolution Books bookstore volunteers meeting: 2nd/4th Tue 7p. LA.
OC Code Pink Vigil: 4th Tue 5:30-7p. Orange.
Dec 24 – Wed:
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Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
Dec 25 – Thu:
Annual Skid Row Clothing Giveaway. Donate white clothing, books, hygiene products, non-perishable foods, toys & anything else the community might need. Contact them to arrange a pick-up. Volunteers to help with a Breakfast Giveaway with coffee & a hot meal for residents. Also advance volunteers for fundraising, food. Free Assoc of Anarchists. <faacollective@riseup.net>.
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Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 7:15p. North Hills.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Thu 7:30p. Glendale.
Dec 26 – Fri:
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Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 4:30-5:30p. Topanga.
Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Center for Inquiry Dinners: 4th Fri (NOT 5th Fri) 63:0p dinner, 7:30p discussion & social. Santa Monica.
Hunger Action LA: Last Fri 10a-12n. LA.
Dec 27 – Sat:
Ecovillage Tours: Sat Dec 27 10:30a-1p. See Dec 14 for details.
Jazz Funk Fest: 7-10p. (Date changed from Dec 20.) Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. <laughtears.com>.
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Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
Move to Amend: Last Sat 1-3p. LA.
Dec 28 – Sun:
Experimental Films: 7p. By Julian Semilian, Shanna Maurizi & Rag’n’Bones. Dudley Cinema (4th Sun). Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Distribution/Planning: Last Sun 11:30a-1p Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Bl (btwn Venice Bl & Washington Pl, adj. to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
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Arlington West Memorial Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed. Santa Monica.
Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p. LA.
RAC Food Program Distribution: Sun Noon-5p. LA.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Venice.
LA Atheists United: 4th Sun 11a-3p. Hollywood.
Dec 29 – Mon:
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Fair Chance Proj Food Distro: Mon 10a-12n. Inglewood.
Dec 30 – Tue:
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Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice.
Dec 31 – Wed:
New Year’s Eve (regular events probably canceled or moved)
Upcoming Events:
January:
L.A. Rain Barrel Give-away. Watch their website for new dates in January. The December reservations filled up fast and waiting lists closed due to high demand. <bpw.lacity.org/klab/rainbarrels>,
Jan 5 – Mon:
Delegation: Cuba- Education: Jan 5-15. 651.271.6558. <dixie_olmstead@yahoo.com>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations require early registration and planning for int’l travel.
Jan 7 – Wed:
Healthcare For All: 1st Wed 7p (Dec 3, Jan 7): San Fernando Valley chapter. Improved Medicare (single-payer health care) for all Californians. Bernardi Community Ctr, 6514 Sylmar Ave, Van Nuys. 818.766.7318. <info@hca-sfv.org>. <healthcareforall.org> (click on “local chapters”), <facebook.com/hcasfv>.
Jan 8 – Thu:
Delegation: Honduras- Honduran Families and Communities Under Threat- Learning from Indigenous Groups, Campesinos & Human Rights Defenders:s 2015/Jan8-18 Thu- Sun. 920.421.2269. <wfpumw@witnessforpeace.org>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegat\ions may require an early registration and planning for international travel.
How Climate Change Affects SoCal: 6:30-8:30p. Droughts, wildfires, and sea level rise. SoCal Peace & Justice, Eco-justice Committee. RSVP. St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 S. Batavia St, Orange. 714.633.8121.x7716.<mperales@csjorange.org>.
Jan 9 – Fri:
Empowering People and Organizations- Dynamic Governance workshop: Jan 9-11.
An innovative change from the conventional: collaborative decisionmaking, fewer shorter meetings, engaging & empowering both paid staff & volunteers. $210-335 sliding scale. SB County Public Health Bldg, 300 N San Antonio Rd, Santa Barbara. 805.212.0052. <lesleyweinstock@yahoo.com>.
Pay to Play screening: 5:30-7p. Getting money out of our elections. Money out Voters in. Chula Vista Pub Lib, S Bay Branch, 389 Orange Ave, Chula Vista.
Jan 10 – Sat:
Delegation: Colombia- Learning from Afro-Colombian & Indigenous Struggles for Economic Justice & Land Rights: Jan 10-20. 920.421.2269. <wfpumw@witnessforpeace.org>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations require early registration and planning for int’l travel.
Interview of author-groupie Pamela Des Barres: 4p, MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon 2nd Sat), Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Bl, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Jan 16 – Fri:
Tech Unemployment & the New Economic Order: 7:30p. Paid *not* to work? Pursue labor of love in economy designed to bring out the best in humanity, that is restorative and steady state for life on the planet? Provocative talk and dialog. Dr. Richard Gilbert. donations accepted, refreshments for small donation. LA EcoVillage, 117 Bimini Pl, LA. 213.738.1254. <crsp@igc.org>.
Jan 23 – Fri:
Delegation: Cuba- Built to Last- An Exploration of Sustainability in Cuba: Jan 23 – Feb 2. 401.268.9810. <wfpne@witnessforpeace.org>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations require early registration and planning for int’l travel.
Jan 25 – Sun:
Delegation: Honduras- democracy one year after the elections, insecurity and migration: Jan 25 – Feb 2. $950. Alliance for Global Justice. Application or info: <Chuck@AFGJ.org>.
Venice Film Fest: 7p. Local films, cinema history, rare footage, live music. Program details on website. Free, donations appreciated. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Repeating Events:
Verify time & location for all ongoing events- let us know of any changes! Be sure to check during the holidays as the usual dates may change.
Known Holidays & Observances of Interest:
Dec 1: Rosa Parks Day (CA)/World AIDS Awareness
Dec 5: 20th anniv START-1 nuclear weapon reduction treaty/ 20th anniv Ukraine joining the Nuclear NPT
Dec 7: Pearl Harbor, Dec 10(-17): Human Rights Day(/Week)
Dec 16-24 (sunset-sunset): Hanukkah/Las Posadas (Mexico, SW-US)
Dec 21: Winter Solstice, Dec 24/25(-28): Christmas Eve/Day (Weekend)
Dec 26 – Jan 1: Kwanzaa
Dec 31/Jan 1(-4): New Years Eve/Day (Weekend).
Jan: Natl. Slavery/Human Trafficking Prevention Month;
Jan 6: Epiphany/Twelfth Night
Jan 7: Orthodox Christmas
Jan 14: Orthodox New Year
Jan 16: Natl. Religious Freedom Day
Jan 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day/Natl. Day of Service
Jan 27: Intl Holocaust Victims Remembrance Day/Auschwitz Liberation
Jan 31: Chinese New Year (Horse).
Mondays (Dec 1,8,15,22,29, Jan 5,12,19,26):
Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-12n. Veggies, cereal, chips, healthy drinks & legal advice from liberated lifers. Free. Chucho’s Justice Center, 1137 E Redondo Bl, Inglewood. 323.235.4243. <kruti222@yahoo.com>.
Occupy Venice: Mon 8p. General Assembly. Beyond Baroque, upstairs, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. <facebook.com/occupyveniceca>, <twitter.com/occupyvenice>.
DOCUMENTAL: 2nd Mon 6-10p (Dec 8, skip Jan, return Feb 9). Feb: folk music films. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.
Topanga Peace Alliance General Meeting: Usually 3rd Mon (Dec 15, Jan 19). Ask for location. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
Tuesdays (Dec 2,9,16,23,30, Jan 6,13,20,27):
Vets’ Acting Workshop: Tue 7-10p. Heal/grow/learn w/drama therapy. Donation. Veterans Project. Also community theater &c. 3916 Sepulveda, Culver City. 310.842.8794. <roy@theveteransproject.org>. <theveteransproject.org>.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Creative non-fiction, memoir, prose. Other workshops. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <beyondbaroque@aol.com>. <beyondbaroque.org>.
McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: 1st Tue 6-8p (Dec 2, Jan 6). Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admirality Way, MDR. <laughtears.com>.
Military Families Speak Out: 1st Tue 7p (Dec 2, Jan 6). MFSO Orange County Chapter. Ask for location. 562.833.8035. <mfsooc@earthlink.net>. <mfso.org>.
PFLAG EspaÒol-Pasadena: 1st Tue 7:30p (Dec 2, Jan 6). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Neighborhood UU Church, 301 N Orange Grove Bl, Pasadena. <Pasadena@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <pflagLA.org>.
Revolution Books bookstore volunteers meeting: 2nd/4th Tue 7p (Dec 9,23, Jan 13,27). Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd, LA. 323.463.3500.
Rising Start Toastmasters: 3rd Tue 6p (Dec 16, Jan 20). Community Room, Burbank Police Station, 200 N. 3rd St, Burbank. 818.846.8318. <damondray@yahoo.com>. <meetup.com/risingstartoastmaster>. More groups at <toastmasters.org>, click on find.
OC Code Pink Vigil: 4th Tue 530-7p (Dec 23, Jan 27). Plaza Square Park, Traffic Circle @ Glassell/Chapman, Orange.
Wednesdays (Dec 3,10,17,24,31, Jan 7,14,21,28):
Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. Also, Sat 10a. Coalition for Economic Survival. Volunteers needed. Plummer Park Community Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd, W Hollywood. 213.252.4411. <contactces@earthlink.net>. <cesinaction.org>.
DFA-OC: usually 1st Wed 630p social, 715-9p meeting (Dec 3, Jan 7): Karl Strauss Brewery, Metropointe Shopping Center, 901 South Coast Dr, Costa Mesa. <dfaoc.comm@gmail.com> . <meetup.com/dfa-oc>; <ocprogressiveevents.info>.
Healthcare For All: 1st Wed 7p (Dec 3, Jan 7): San Fernando Valley chapter. Improved Medicare (single-payer health care) for all Californians. Bernardi Community Ctr, 6514 Sylmar Ave, Van Nuys. 818.766.7318. <info@hca-sfv.org>. <healthcareforall.org> (click on “local chapters”), <facebook.com/hcasfv>.
UN Women 2nd Wed 6:45-9p (Dec 10, Jan 14). LA Chapter. Natl. Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), 543 N. Fairfax, W Hollywood. 323.651.2080. <la@unwomen-usnc.org>, <chillman@la.unwomen-usnc.org>. <unwomen-usnc.org/greaterla#>.
Singer Suzy Williams: 2nd Wed 7-10p (Dec 10, Jan 14). Free. Dannys, 23 Windward Ave, Venice. 310.450.6052. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: usually 2nd Wed 730-9p (Dec meeting moved to Thu Dec 11, Jan 14). Peace Ctr, 3916 S Sepulveda Bl (btwn Venice & Washington Pl Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Meditations On Media discussion (MOM): 3rd Wed 7-10p (Dec 17, Jan 21). Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
PFLAG-Westwood: 3rd Wed 7:30p (Dec 17, Jan 21). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Westwood United Methodist Church, 10497 Wilshire Blvd, Westwood. <pflagLA.org>.
Senior Patriots for Peace Vigil: Last Wed 5-6:30p (Dec 31, Jan 28). Leisure World, large world globe, Seal Beach Blvd & Golden Rain Rd (near I-405), Seal Beach. 562.430.7509, 562.430.1047.
Activist Support Circle: Last Wed 6:30p (Dec 31, Jan 28). Speakers/programs. Dec/Jan: TBD. Friends Meeting Hall, 1440 Harvard St, Santa Monica. 310.399.1000. <activistsupportcircle@earthlink.net>. <activistsupportcircle.org>.
Thursdays (Dec 4,11,18,25, Jan 1,8,15,22,29):
Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-1130a. Clutterers Anonymous (CLA). Face-to-face, phone , other locations. CafÈ Tropical , 2900 Sunset Blvd. Silverlake. 866.402.6685, 310.281.6064, 323.281.2243. <clutterersanonymous.net>.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 7:15p. Sepulveda UU Society (aka The Onion), 9550 Haskell Ave, North Hills. 818.894.9251.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Thu 7:30p. McDonald’s, 500 N Central Ave, Glendale. 213.230.4868. <bohemia2000@webtv.net>. <poesiasymas.com>.
Peace & Justice Films: Usually 1st Thu 7p (Dec 4, skipping Jan). Jan event cancelled- will return in Feb. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 7:30p (Dec 4,18, Jan 1,15). Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd, LA. 323-463-3500. <revcom.us/revbooks>.
Downtown Art Walk: 2nd Thu 6-9p approx. peak hours (Dec 11, Jan 8). Spring & Main Sts, between 2nd & 9th, LA. 213.624.6212. <downtownartwalk.org>.
Healthcare for All: 2nd Thu 7-9p (Dec 11, Jan 8). LA Chapter. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City. Single payer Medicare. Light refreshments. Free. Park & enter @ bldg rear. 310.459.9763. <healthcareforall.org>. <healthcareforall.la@gmail.org>.
Conscientious Projector Films: 2nd Thu 7p (Dec 11, Jan 8). Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena. 310.782.4738, 626.792.4941. <conscientiousprojector.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/group.php?gid=53883487201>.
PFLAG-Silverlake: 2nd Thu 730p (Dec 11, Jan 8). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Metropolitan Community Church, 4953 Franklin Ave, Silverlake, LA. <silverlake@pflagla.org.org>. <pflagLA.org>.
SFV Atheists United: usually 3rd Thu 645p dinner/social; 715p discussion (Dec 18, Jan 15). Ongoing topic: Outside religion, is there an actual good & evil? Kountry Folks Restaurant, 8501 Sepulveda Blvd, N Hills, 818.988.2806 (after 5p), <atheistsunited.org>.
Peace & Freedom Party: 3rd Thu 7p (Dec 18, Jan 15). For all Party registrants. 2617 S Hauser Blvd, LA. 323.960.5036. <pfplosangeles (at) peaceandfreedom.org>. <peaceandfreedom.org>. Other locals (click on contact, local organizations): Kern, OC, Riverside, San Bern., SD, SLO, Ventura County & Venice (LA).
Peace & Justice Teach-In: 3rd Thu 7p (Dec 18, Jan 15). Roundtable discussion of current topics & a film TBD. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier. 562..692.2621, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
PFLAG EspaÒol-East LA: 3rd Thu 730p (Dec 18, Jan 15). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Bienestar East LA, 5326 E Beverly Blvd, East LA. <ELA@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <pflagLA.org>.
Fightin Words: 3rd Thu 8-11p (Dec 18, Jan 15). Open Mic to Stop Police Brutality. Oct. 22 Coalition. Make sure it’s happening. Chuco’s Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Blvd, Inglewood. 323.235.4243, 323.446.7459. <youth4justice.org>.
PFLAG-South LA: 4th Thu 730p (new group starts Jan 22). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. La Tijera United Methodist Church, 7400 Osage Ave, LA. <southLA@pflagLA.org>. <pflagLA.org>.
Fridays (Dec 5,12,19,26, Jan 2,9,16,23,30):
Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 430-530p. Social after. Pine Tree Center, 120 S Topanga Cyn Blvd, Topanga. Contact form on website.
Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. Across from S Coast Plaza, Bristol & Anton, Costa Mesa. <quetzalcoatl38@aol.com>. 714.956.5037.
Topanga Peace Alliance film night: Usually 1st Fri 730p sharp (Dec 5, Jan 2) (doors open 7p). Dec/Jan: TBD. Watch website for film info. Bring veg*n pot luck snack or non-alcoholic drink to share. Park under bldg. Topanga Library, 122 N Topanga Cyn Blvd, Topanga. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
PFLAG EspaÒol-San Fernando Valley: 3rd Fri 7p (Dec 19, Jan 16). Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays.Bienestar Centro del Valle de San Fernando, 8134 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste 200, Panorama City. <info@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <Pasadena@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <pflagLA.org>.
Center for Inquiry Dinners: 4th Fri (NOT 5th Fri) 630p dinner, 730p discussion/social (Dec 26, Jan 23). Atheists, freethinkers, secular humanists, skeptics, nonbelievers, agnostics, inquiring minds. WLA Grill, 11407 Santa Monica Blvd, West LA. 310.780.7363, 310.488-7431 (prefix *82 for restricted callers). <cfiwest.org>.
Hunger Action LA: Last Fri 10a-12n (Dec 26, Jan 30). 961 S Mariposa Ave, LA. (Signs w/location. Enter off Normandie. Some free parking.) Please RSVP. 213.388.8228. <frank@hungeractionla.org>.
Saturdays (Dec 6,13,20,27, Jan 3,10,17,24,31):
Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. Plummer Park, Community Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd, W Hollywood. 213.252.4411, 323.656.4410. <contactces@earthlink.net>. <cesinaction.org>.
AWARE-LA: 1st Sat 1-4p (Dec 6, Jan 3). Assoc of White Anti-Racists Everywhere, Santa Monica UU Church, 1246 18th St, Santa Monica. <awarela@gmail.com>.
Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 1st Sat 2-4p (Dec 6, Jan 3), St Elmo Village, 4830 St Elmo Dr, LA. 3rd Sat 1-5p (Dec 20), San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Rd, Pasadena. Authors, publishers, artists, community. 323.964.3721. <randy44ross@sbcglobal.net>, <shopliftr@hotmail.com>. <facebook.com/pages/IBWALA/196883846554>.
OC Peace Coalition: 2nd Sat 10a-Noon (Dec 13, Jan 10). Change US foreign policy & stopping US militarization (HS recruitment, undocumented worker & youth criminalization/brutality &c). Friends Meeting House, 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine. 949.653.1097. <info@ocpeace.org>. <ocpeace.org>.
Fair Chance Project/Free Legal Clinic: usually 2nd Sat 10a-3:30p (Dec 13, Jan 10). 10a: Free walk-in legal clinic staffed by attorneys & liberated lifer paralegals especially for those impacted by the prison system. 11a: LEAPP, Learning Everything About the Parole Process workshops. 12:30-2:30p: Meet with liberated lifers, caring people& attorneys to bring your loved ones home. Chuco’s Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Beach Blvd, Inglewood. 310.677.7445. <gerifacts@sbcglobal.net>. <fairchanceproject.com>.
Americans United for Separation of Church & State: 2nd Sat 1:30p (Dec 13, Jan 10). Irvine Ranch Water Dist Community Room, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine. 949.733.9157. <orangecountyau@yahoo.com>. <au-oc.org>.
MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p (Dec 13, Jan 10). Dec: Political researcher Therese Dietlin. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Long Beach Art Walk: 2nd Sat 4-10p (Dec 13, Jan 10). Linden Ave, 1st St, Broadway, 4th St & Elm. 562.682.9735. <artwalklb.com>.
Pomona Art Walk: 2nd Sat 6-9p peak hours (Dec 13, Jan 10). Downtown Pomona. <socalarthub.wordpress.com/art-walk>.
Move to Amend: Last Sat 1-3p (Dec 27, Jan 31). Holy Grounds Coffee & Tea, 5371 Alhambra Ave, LA. 323.255.1279. <movetoamend.org>, click on MTA Coalition, Local Affiliate List.
Sundays (Dec 7,14,21,28, Jan 4,11,18,25):
Arlington West Memorial: Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed. Project of VFP-LA. Santa Monica. 323.934.3451, 310.398.0056. <arlingtonwestsantamonica.org>.
Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p. Denny’s behind Union Station, across Vignes, 530 Ramirez St, LA. 323.696.0596. <o.f.f.homedefense@gmail.com>, contact form on website. <occupyfightsforeclosures.org>.
RAC Food Program Distribution Sun Noon-5p: Revolutionary Autonomous Community. Mutual-aid project. Volunteers needed. MacArthur Park, Wilshire Blvd. & Park View, LA. <johnaimani3@gmail.com>.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Bring healthy food/beverages ready to for 20-30 folks. Leftovers shared with the community. Don’t fight the power on an empty stomach. 3rd & Rose, Venice.
OC Greens 1st Sun 2-3p general meeting; 3-4p county council (Dec 7). Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine. 949.559.7336. <ocgreens.org>.
Vegan Toastmasters: 1st/3rd Sun 3p usually, check first (Dec 7,21, Jan 4,18). West LA Animal Care Center Community Room, 11361 W. Pico Bl, West LA. 424.BEKIND5 (424.254.4635) <593256.toastmastersclubs.org >.
LA CafÈ Plays: 3rd Sun 730p,9p (Dec 21, Jan 18). “Fastest Theater in Town.” Conception to execution in just 10 hours. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Ave, Santa Monica Airport, SM. $10. 310.397.3244. <ruskingrouptheatre.com>.
LA Atheists United: 4th Sun 11a-3p (Dec 28, Jan 25). Center for Inquiry West, 4773 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. 866.GOD.LESS (866.463.5377), 323.666.4258. <support@atheistsunited.org>. <atheistsunited.org>. Other locations (SLO to OC), click on Affiliated Organizations.
Dudley Cinema: 4th Sun 7p (Dec 28, Jan 25, Feb 22). Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Distribution/Planning: Last Sun 11:30a-1p (Dec 28, Jan 25). Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Various Dates & Archived Media (contact them for more info):
ACLU OC: <ye1045@yahoo.com>. ? Airport Pollution: Concerned Residents Against Airport Pollution (CRAAP). Calendar on website: < jetairpollution@earthlink.net>, click on Coming Events. <jetairpollution.com>. ? Alternative Radio (web/radio): Weekly series. Guests like Medea Benjamin, Noam Chomsky, Angela Davis, Chris Hedges, Howard Zinn. Archived downloads by fee or subscription. <alternativeradio.org>. ? AlterNet: Progressive website. <alternet.org>.
Beyond Baroque: Long running arts and poetry venue with numerous events. 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. 310.822.3006. <richard@beyondbaroque.org>. <beyondbaroque.org>. BB & other arts/non-profit venues remain at risk due to fiscal austerity. Even if a venue seems safe, this can change rapidly due to economic & political mandates. Continuing updates on <artsforla.org>, search for “lease subsidy” and for “la cultural centers.”
Bikesanas del Valle. Self-sustained community service not-for-profit cyclist collective. Bike mechanics & awareness, social justice , autonomous living. Tours of San Fernando Valley culture. <bikesanxs@facebook.com>. <facebook.com/bikesanxs>.
Common Dreams: Progressive website w/articles, videos & news. <commondreams.org>.
CounterSpin (articles, web/broadcast): Media criticism; also on Free Speech TV. <fair.org>, click on “counterspin.”
CPRMetro.org (radio/web): Community Progressive Radio. <cprmetro.blogspot.com>.
Democracy Now! (web/broadcast): Weekdays. <democracynow.org>.
Drinking Liberally local chapters: <livingliberally.org/drinking>.
Ecovillage Tours: Sun Dec 14; Sat Dec 27. 1030a-1p. History, context, accomplishments, pitfalls, transitions, plans & visions. See website for other dates and unscheduled tours by appt. $10 sliding scale (ask for lunch info). RSVP required. LA EcoVillage, 117 Bimini Place, LA. 213.738.1254. <crsp@igc.org>. <laecovillage.org>.
Filmmaking Classes: Easy classes for the whole family. Echo Park Film Center, 1200 N. Alvarado St., LA. 213.484.8846. <echoparkfilmcenter.org>.
Food Not Bombs (FNB) shares free vegan food with homeless & others in need, protesting the effects of capitalism & military spending. All collectives need volunteers. <foodnotbombs.net> (click on “find your local chapter”). Send group updates to: <menu@foodnotbombs.net> and listserve (subscribe: <lists.riseup.net/info/fnbnetwork>).
Smashing Hunger, Squashing Poverty tour: FNB co-founder Keith McHenry, reasonable speaking fees. 575.776.3880, 800.884.1136. <foodnotbombs.net/speaker.html>.
Go Vegan with Bob Linden (radio/web): Broadcast stations & show times on website (frequent changes). Also archives & podcasts. <bob@goveganradio.com>. <goveganradio.com>.
Grit TV (web/broadcast): Laura Flanders. Also on Free Speech TV. <grittv.org>.
l.a. activist: Activism journal. <laactivist.com>.
Labor Studies: Learn/develop union leadership skills, awareness of labor & worker history & rights. Sponsor: Trade Tech Labor Center. 213.763.7129. <laborcenter@lattc.edu>. <college.lattc.edu/laborcenter>.
LA CAN (Community Action Network): <cangress.org>; for Community Connection (publication), click on publications/community connection.
LA Queer Resistance Collective: <facebook.com/LAQRzine>, click on about for link to LAQR magazine.
Left Wing Radio Stations: nationwide listings, <leftwingradiostations.com>.
Making Contact (radio/web): Weekly documentary radio program. Globalization, civil liberties, prison issues, education, environmental justice, &c.<radioproject.org>.
Mother Nature’s Army (music): Eco-freak rock, punk americana spreading truth. Events: <mothernaturesarmy@gmail>, booking: <psychorelicrecords@gmail.com>. <mothernaturesarmy.com> or “Mother Natures Army” on Facebook.
Occupy Foreclosures. Get connected with families needing help fighting foreclosure/eviction. <occupyfightsforeclosures.nationbuilder.com>, click on “volunteer.”
Organic Gardening School: Classes for adults, children. Several local venues. 888.341.9666. <thewovengarden.com>, look for classes.
Progressive Talk Radio: Randi Rhodes (<randirhodesarchives.com>), archives only- no ongoing shows. Mike Malloy (<mikemalloy.com>). Thom Hartmann (<thomhartmann.com>), radio & TV. Progressive Voices, an internet streaming audio network “Always on; Always Progressive” (<tunein.com/radio/Progressive-Voices-s189055>.
Rational Radical (podcast): Archive of progressive program by long time activist & CL subscriber Jerold Block. <rational@roadrunner.com>. <therationalradical.com>.
Raza Press & Media Association (media): “The only Mexican-Raza journalist organization consistently advancing/building revolutionary anti-imperialist media.” <razapressassociation.org/blog>.
SOA Watch: Speakers, actions, international delegations. 202.234.3440. <nico@soaw.org>. <soaw.org>. Delegations often require an early registration and planning for international travel.
Suzy Williams (music): Various locations & accomplices. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Theatricum Botanicum: Shakespeare & classics set in a rustic, outdoor setting. Regular season resumes in summer 2015. Some Fall & Winter off-site educational programs listed on their website. Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Cyn Blvd., Topanga. 310.455.3723. <theatricum.com>.
Urban Farming: Farm & Conference Center. Dragonfly Hill Urban Farm, 345-1/2 Douglas St., LA. 818.404.5784. <home.earthlink.net/~theweproject>.
Veterans for Peace (VFP): Meetings usually at Arlington West Memorial, Santa Monica Beach. Contact them for time/location. 323.934.3451. <veteransforpeacela.org>. Other chapters (nationwide): <veteransforpeace.org>. Voice of Palestine Radio: Vancouver Coop Radio since 1987. Ongoing archives on internet: <voiceofpalestine.ca>.
Witness for Peace Delegations: Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Venezuela. 202.547.6112 . <witnessforpeace.org>, click on “travel with us.” Delegations often require an early registration and planning for international travel.
Women Organizing for Justice: Four month intensive leadership development program to increase the participation of formerly incarcerated & other women in the struggle for social justice & criminal justice reform. 323.563.3575. <contact@anewwayoflife.org>, <mei@anewwayoflife.org> . <anewwayoflife.org>.
Young Warriors: “For youth by youth” program to meet the challenge of your own struggle. 818.913.1968, 818.939.3433. <youngwarriors_souls@yahoo.com>, <young.warriors.yw@gmail.com>. <tiachucha.org>, <facebook.com/YoungWarriors2007>.
Alternate Calendar sources:
SoCal: LA County: Dick & Sharon’s LA Progressive. <laprogressive.com>, look under events.
Orange County: OC Progressive: <ocprogressiveevents.info>.
San Diego County: Activist SD, <activistsandiego.org>, click on calendar; Occupy SD Calendar, <copswiki.org/Common/OccupySanDiegoCalendar>.
Santa Barbara County: Join listserve via <groups.yahoo.com/group/sbprogcoalition>.
NoCal: Sacramento: Sac. Area Peace Action. <sacpeace.org>, click on calendar.
San Jose: SJ Peace & Justice Center: <sanjosepeace.org>, click on calendar.
South SF Peninsula: Peninsula Peace & Justice Center, <peaceandjustice.org>, click on calendar.
Campus Activism: National calendar of interest to students and others. <campusactivism.org>, look under events.
Resources:
Community Services:
Activist Security Training: Ruckus Society security team for internet & other issues activists face. <megan@ruckus.org>.
Anarchist Publications: Black Flag (Free Association of Anarchists- F@@): <https://theanarchistassociation.wordpress.com >, click on projects/black flag.
Bartering Groups: Goods & services w/o cash; trade w/o banks or a money system. Local community based finance groups: <timebanks.org>. Click on Membership then Membership Directory. Search for “los angeles.”
Car-Free Living: Auto-Free Orange County: <autofree.net>. Car-Free Santa Barbara: <byrdm@sbcapcd.org>. <santabarbaracarfree.org>. Also, a worldwide network of car-free resources: <worldcarfree.net>. And we’d like to know about local sites for other regions in SoCal.
COINTELPRO Files Online: The FBI recently uploaded a significant number of files on COINTELPRO. Includes the New Left rdered by geography rather than just chronology (unlike the(presumably forthcoming) Black Nationalism files. <vault.fbi.gov/cointel-pro/new-left>.
Cynthia McKinney seeks promo speaking engagements for the book she edited, “The Illegal War on Libya.” <businessmanager@claritypress.com>. <claritypress.com/McKinney.html>.
Debt Resisters operations manual: <scribd.com/doc/105887484>.
Farmers Markets map of LA, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside Counties. <projects.latimes.com/farmers-markets>.
FOIA: Freedom of Information Act. How to use the Act: <rcfp.org>, look for link under “FOIA Services.” Get a deceased persons file: <getgrandpasfbifile.com>.
Free Fruit treasure map for everywhere. Map locations you know about; visit places others have posted. Potentially a *worldwide* resource. <ediblecities.org>.
Homeless Resources: Peoples Guide. How to get food, money, housing, health care & other help from govt programs and community services in LA County. Online or order printed copies. Hunger Action LA (HALA). <orders@hungeractionla.org>. 213.388.8228. 2013/14 version online at <hungeractionla.org>. Street Lawyer: a WIKI to End and Prevent Homelessness: <wiki.nlchp.org>. Westside Live Food Calendar: <hopemakingchange.org>, click on “iEat.” Or go to <weho.org>, search for “food programs in west hollywood” then find the document in the list (document dated 2012-02). “Los Angeles Homeless Resource Wiki,” <lahomeless.org> (try clicking on the logo on the upper left to access content). And many other online local resources can be found by searching for “los angeles homeless resources” (change the locale if necessary).
iEat: Santa Monica/Venice Food Programs. Westside LIVE Food Calendar. <hopemakingchange.org>, click on “iEat;” current calendar is at bottom.
LA Intentional Community Networking: Many alternative housing options. <laecovillage.org/Intentionalcommunitynetworking.html>.
LGBT Centers/Resources:
LA Co: LA Gay & Lesbian Ctr, The Village @ Ed Gould Plaza, 1125 N McCadden Pl, LA, 323.860.7300, 323.860.7302, <lagaycenter.org>. LA Gay & Lesbian Ctr, 1625 N. Schrader Blvd, LA, 323.993.7500, 323.993.7400, <lagaycenter.org>. Jeff Griffith Youth Ctr, 7501 Santa Monica Blvd, LA, 323.993.7501. Gay & Lesbian Comm Ctr of Greater Long Beach, 2017 E 4th St, LB, 562.434.4455<centerlb.org>. South Bay Gay & Lesbian Ctr, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, 310.328.6550, <southbaycenter.org>. Orange Co: The Center OC, 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, 714.953.LGBT(5428), <thecenteroc.org>. Shanti OC, 23001 Del Lago Dr, Ste B-1, Laguna Hills, 949.452.0888, <shantioc.org>. San Diego Co: SD LGBT Comm Ctr, 3909 Centre St, SD, 619.692.2077, <thecentersd.org>. Inland Empire: Palm Springs- Desert AIDS Project, 760.323.2118, <desertaidsproject.org>. LGBT Community Ctr, 611 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Ste 201, Palm Springs, 760.416.7790, <info@thecenter.org>. <thecenterps.org>. Central Coast: Pacific Pride Foundation, 126 E Haley St, Ste A-11, Santa Barbara, 805.963.3636.x103; 819 W Church St, Santa Maria, 805.349.9947, <pacificpridefoundation.org>. Gay & Lesbian Alliance of the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo County, <ccgala.org>.
NoCal: Sacramento Gay & Lesbian Ctr, 1927 L St, Sacramento, 916.442.0185, <saccenter.org>. SF LGBT Ctr, 1800 Market St, SF, 415.865.5555, <sfcenter.org>. Diversity Center of Santa Cruz, 1117 Soquel Ave, SC, 831.425.5422, <diversitycenter.org>.
Statewide: CA Pride Festivals, <capride.org>.
National: PFLAG National, 202.467.8180, <pflag.org>.
Local Govt Mtgs, O.C.: <au-oc.org> has links to lists of OC city council & school board meetings (Americans United for Separation of Church & State).
Market Match Program helps boost buying power for seniors & low income families at many SoCal farmers’ markets. CalFresh, WIC and SSI participants get $5-10 weekly to spend at the market. <hungeractionla.org>, see “market match” at top of website.
Radical Guide to LA: From the 2011 Anarchist Bookfair. Places to eat, drink, visit, radical history, places to stay, links to radical organizations, etc. <laanarchist.org>, click on “guide.”
Recycle for Peace needs sculpture, jewelry, rugs, paintings, art books, toys & games, prints, silver, linens, special fabrics, pottery & dishes, small furniture, household items, &c. We provide Estate Disposal Assistance. Tax Deductible. The Closet Liberal, benefitting Office of the Americas Peace & Justice struggle. 323.295.2306.
Search & Seizure Law: <or.fd.org>, click on the “Case Documents” tab & look for “Search and Seizure.”
Unemployed Resources/Jobs: CHIRLA: Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights in LA. <chirla.org>, click on “Internships and Employment.” High Country News: Job Board. NGOs, green companies, etc. <hcn.org>, click on Classified Listings (at the bottom of their webpage) then on Employment. Idealist.org: Worldwide database of Nonprofit and Government Agency jobs. This looks like a very useful resource. <idealist.org>, click on “Jobs.” IRC: (International Rescue Committee.) <rescue.org>, click on “How You Can Help/Work With Us” then on “Search Jobs and Apply.” International & US locations including LA & San Diego. LAANE: (LA Alliance for a New Economy.) <laane.org>, click on “About Us”/ “Jobs.” Sustainable Living & Farming Jobs & other “short term job opportunities.” <backdoorjobs.com>. LA Indymedia article w/resources for those struggling in our economy: <la.indymedia.org/news/2011/02/244433.php>.
Urban Pigeons: A couple of compassionate animal volunteers are needed to join me help and preserve the lives of some flocks of street pigeons almost at the point of extinction in the area of Van Nuys. <angostura1819@aol.com>, <ocmbird@aol.com>, <pigeons_street@yahoo.com>. <losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/vol/3888288966.html>.
Women’s Non-Violence Centers: <justicewomen.com>, then “Help for Victims,” then “How To Start an Independent Advocacy Center to End Violence Against Women … and Why.” Also other info helping women help themselves. Centros del Non-Violence de las Mujeres: <justicewomen.com>, entonces “Ayuda para Victemas,” entonces “CÛmo iniciar un centro independiente de defensa para poner fin a la violencia contra las mujeres … y por quÈ.” El website tambiÈn tiene otra informaciÛn sobre cÛmo las mujeres pueden ayudarse.
Military & Draft:
Anti-Draft Website shatters the myths surrounding the selective service system and helps build mass CD to stop the draft before it gets started. This site has not been recently updated but it still hosts useful information. <scott@draftresistance.org>. <draftresistance.org>.
Conscientious Objectors: Linking up with one of the following groups is the first step recommended for obtaining CO status: Center on Conscience & War (CCW) <centeronconscience.org>, Courage to Resist (CTR) <couragetoresist.org> or GI Rights Hotline <girightshotline.org>.
Counter Recruitment (CR): National Network Opposing the Militarization of Youth (NNOMY). Retains resources & pamphlets and a list of organizations involved in CR work on their website. Check out their “Alternatives to the Military” (it’s on the left side of the page) that lists job resources for those who feel that the military is their only option. <nnomy.org>. Resources for Educators to Stop the War: <educatorstostopthewar.org>, click on “Counter-Recruitment.” Project YANO (Youth and Non-military Opportunities), <projectyano.org>. CR/Spanish/en EspaÒiol: Web site en espaÒol contra el reclutamiento por el servicio militar. (Counter-Recruitment Website in Spanish.) El Proyecto YANO tiene el placer de invitarlos a visitar nuestra nueva p·gina electrÛnica. <projectyano.org/espanol>.
GI Rights: Hotlines: 800.3949544, 877.447. 4487. Email them for sample info cards & stickers with a price list: <jimhabersf@yahoo.com>. <girightshotline.org>.
OC Recruitment Awareness Project (OC RAP): The Project is in urgent need of additional new volunteers to keep our important work going. 949.492.0571. <bmartin125@comline.com>. <oc-rap.org>. (This website may be down.)
Opt-Out: The Pentagon, in violation of the Privacy Act, has compiled & uses a mega-database of private information on 30 million 16-25-year-olds. Even if you have opted your child out of the lists public schools turn over to local military recruiters, you or your child must also contact the Pentagon directly to get off this new national military recruiting list. Leave My Child Alone. <themmob.org/lmca>.
Anti-Empire GI Newspaper: “GI Special” Occupation News Bulletin. Thomas Barton compiles this comprehensive compilation of news about our governments immoral war without end. Back issues only: archives from 2003-2008. <williambowles.info/gispecial>. Continues online by email. Contact <thomasfbarton@earthlink.net>;
PTSD Resources: The Wounded Warrior Call-Center: 877.487.6299, a hotline for injured, wounded or ill former and current Marines, Sailors & their family members. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800.273.TALK (8255). SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education): <save.org>. Vets 4 Vets: 520.319.5500, <vets4vets.us>, a peer support group for recent vets. National Veterans Foundation: 888.777.4443, <nvf.org>. Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injuries (DCoE): <dcoe.health.mil>, <facebook.com/dcoepage>. Licensed mental health professionals who offer free psychological treatment to military service members who have served or who expect to serve in the conflicts in Iraq or Afghanistan: <thesoldiersproject.org>. We do not vouch for any of these being *progressive* resources.
Recruiter Abuse Hotline: 877.688.6881. <afsc.org>, search for “Military Recruiter Abuse Hotline.”
Resisters Website: <tomjoad.org>.
Underground War Resisters: House a soldier/resister on the way to Canada. The War Resisters Support Campaign has been inundated with requests considering emigration. 416.598.1222, 647.393.3096. <resisters@sympatico.ca>.
Police & Migrant Issues:
Checkpoint Response: Report checkpoints from local news or your observations or receive text alerts: <noretenes@gmail.com>. Also see: <facebook.com/policeretencheckpoint>.
CopWatch: Useful for people who have been brutalized, harassed, or had family members murdered by the police. 877.4LA1992, 877.8NO.COPS. Look on their website for a police activity and ICE raids mobile phone alert service. Report a Cop and Copwatch LA Radio online; also text alerts. Many other features. <copwatchla@riseup.net>. <copwatchla.org>, <copwatchlosangeles.blogspot.com>. Also RTF National Mobile Cop Watch Network, info: <raisethefist.com/copwatch>.
DREAMers Support Fund: Help eligible young migrants offset the fees in their requests for Deferred Action. <publicinterestprojects.org>, search for “fund for dreamers”.
Jailhouse Lawyers Handbook: Provided by the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) and the National Lawyers’ Guild (NLG). <jailhouselaw.org>.
Police Brutality: CopWatch LA: see above. October 22 Coalition LA, <tiahstarr@hotmail.com> or NY Central office at <mediocremustard@optonline.net> and ask for a referral to Oct 22 LA. CAHRO (California Association of Human Relations Organizations), 320 West Temple St., #1184, Los Angeles, CA 90012, 213.974.7601, <cahro.org>. LA County Human Relations Commission, 213.737.7463. Idris Stelley Foundation (ISF, SF Bay area) 24 HR Bilingual Crisis line at 415.595.8251 for referrals, <mysite.verizon.net/vzeo9ewi/idrissstelleyfoundation>, <myspace.com/isfoundation>.
Slavery & Trafficking: Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST), 5042 Wilshire Blvd., #586, LA CA 90036. 213.365.1906. <castla.org>.
SoCal Immigration Coalition: over 30 organizations covering labor, students, teachers, community-based organization working with immigrants rights, &c. Denouncing ICE raids & demanding FULL legalization. 323.602.3480. <immigrationcoalition.org>, <facebook.com/SCIC.Info>.
Surveillance Self Defense: Electronic Freedom Foundation. <ssd.eff.org>.
Undocumented Students: Student Rights: <maldef.org>, click on education, public policy then AB540. Scholarships: Association of Raza Educators (ARE) sponsors a continuing project (donations & applications, <razaeducators.org>, click on “scholarship donate.” <razaeducators@yahoo.com>).
Political Action:
Activist Letter Writing: A national cooperative letter-writing service. Use letters prepared by the collective or propose letters, volunteer to help write, edit, proofread or handle computer problems, etc. Free and voluntary participation, non-tax deductible donations accepted. <progressivesecretary.org>.
Urgent Action Network: Members call, fax, write or email others for emergency political actions. Office of the Americas, 8124 W. Third St., Ste. 202, Los Angeles, California 90048. 323.852.9808. <ooa@igc.org>. <officeoftheamericas.org>.
Submit:
OccuPoetry: Seeking poetry about economic justice/injustice, greed, protest, activism, and opportunity. Formal and free-verse, mail art, and collage poetry. Submissions or queries: <submissions (at) occupypoetry.org>. <occupypoetry.org>.
OccupyWriters: Looking for first-hand accounts of writers’ experiences with the Occupy Wall Street protests. Submit a short statement that captures the movement from a personal perspective. Prose, poem, comic, story, vignette, anything goes. <occupywriters.submissions@gmail.com>. <occupywriters.com>.
protestpoems.org: Ongoing submissions. A poetry journal entirely devoted to new poetry that tackles human rights issues worldwide. Website & email lists provide information about persecuted writers with sample letters of protest. Email list: <write (at) protestpoems.org> with “SUBSCRIBE” in your subject line. <protestpoems.org>.
