March 2015 Calendar

Mar 1 – Sun:

George Washington and the Founders’ Religion: 11a, Hollywood . $8. Center for Inquiry/LA, 4773 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. 323.666.9797. <la@centerforinquiry.net>. <centerforinquiry.net/la>.

Whom do government nuclear regulators really represent?: 2-3p, Irvine. Ron Rodarte talks about events that led to the shutdown of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. Focus on the NRC, CPUC and former PUC official Michael Peevey as examples of bad management of this critical public safety issue. Green Party of OC. Irvine Ranch Water District Community Meeting Center, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave. 949.559.7336. <tiritilligreen@sbcglobal.net>. <ocgreens.org>.

Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony/ Dinner: 230-6p. Honoring San Diego women for their lifetime contributions to the community. Honorees include Sara Moser (“Abortion Underground Railroad,” Planned Parenthood’s Action Fund for electoral activities) and five other women. Joe and Vi Jacobs Center Celebration Room, 404 Euclid Ave, SD. 619.233.7963. <info@womenshalloffamesd.org>. <womenshalloffamesd.org>.&nbsp;

Disability Day of Mourning: 3-8p, Speakers from the local chapter of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN). People with disabilities are twice as likely to be victims of violent crime as others. Join ASAN in remembering PWDs who lost their lives at the hands of family members or caregivers. Vigil in front of LA City Hall. 200 S Spring St. <dtobejas@gmail.com>.

Don’t Even Look at Itó RIA live cinema event: 8p. Subversive Cinema. Resonant Interval Algorythmns. Gerry Fialka & Will Erokan perform multi-projection moving image art, music, spoken word & psychedelic phantasmagoRIA. Hack Your Own Brain! 8604 S Broadway, LA. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>, <laughtears.com/iwantmyRIA.html>, <winwithin.org>.

Subversive Cinema: 7p. (also May 10, Jul 5, Aug 30, Nov 8) Experimental film, political activist cinema, lit/art/music flix, avant garde documentary w/fiery discussion. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
 

Mar 3 – Tue:

Dr. Steven Salaita talk, ìPalestine, Civility, and Academic Freedom,” 11:30a-1:00p. Golden Eagle Ballroom #1, CSULA. Snacks provided, courtesy of Pan African Studies. Steven had a job offer withdrawn at the University of Illinois after tweets on the 2014 Israeli attack on Gaza.

“Radical Loving and Resistance: BDS as a Feminist Issue” 6pm, Fullerton. Boycott & Sanctions. Talk by Noura Erakat. For CSUF’s Women’s History Month. Free. Marriott, 2701 Nutwood Ave. Contact link on meetup website. <meetup.com/the-left-bank-of-orange-county/events/220513117>, <nouraerakat.com>.

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Did Cuba’s Revolution Fail?: 730-930p, LA. What does the thaw in US-Cuba relations signify? Zocalo Public Square. Museum of Contemporary Art, 250 S Grand Ave. Parking $9 at Walt Disney Concert Hall garage, entrance on 2nd St, W of Grand Ave. Contact form: <zocalopublicsquare.org/contact-us>.

Urban Adaptations for Rising Sea Levels, 7:30p Panel, Hammer Museum, UCLA, Billy Wilder Theater Wilshire at Westwood. Panel with an architecture professor, geomorphologist and civil engineer.

“Hearing Latino Voices in Contemporary Culture,” 8:30p REDCAT (Roy & Edna Disney Cal Arts Theater), 631 W. 2nd St., L.A. 90012. LACMA Assoc. Curator Rita Gonzalez, Jeff Chang and others on panel. $10. <redcat.org> <httpss://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pe.c/9975980>
 

Mar 4 – Wed:

Shut Creech Drone Base: Mar 4-6 (Wed-Fri), Las Vegas NV. Mass Mobilization to Stop Drone Wars! 510.215.5974, 518.312.6442, <jajaja1234@aol.com>, <brian@vcnv.org>. <shutdowncreech.blogspot.com>, <facebook.com/events/1525740921010540>.

Permaculture Voices: Mar 4-8, San Diego. 60+ presenters and 100 hours of content talking everything from broadacre permaculture to social permaculture to green business. Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina, SD. 619.289.9381. <permaculturevoices DOT com>. <permaculturevoices.com>.

Film: “When Will the Punishment End?”: 4-7p, Fullerton. The formerly incarcerated are barred, through legal and authoritative means, from opportunities and services they need. “We don’t want special treatment. We just want to be treated equally.” Women & Walls series. CSUF Room H212, Humanities Building.

Opening Event – Women’s Film Festival: 6p, San Diego. Mar 4-22, Wed & Sun only. Contact them to confirm. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

OC for Climate Action (OCCA):630-8p, Newport Beach. Planning meeting. Living Ubuntu & UNA-OC partnership. 1151 Dove St #210. Call in option: 951.262.4343.access:377504.

Full Moon Coyolxauhqui Circle: 8p, LA. Womyn and self identified womyn only gathering to honor self, ancestors and the elements in a siStar circle. Hollenbeck Park 415 S Saint Louis St, Boyle Heights. <facebook.com/events/896726250409454>.

DFA-OC: 630p, Costa Mesa. Opens with social hour; meeting 715-9p. Discussion of Planned Parenthood’s 2015 plans for improving women’s health in OC, Ed Royce’s 2015 Women’s Conference at CSUN and a write-in candidate for State Senate. Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 S Coast Dr. <dfaoc.comm@gmail.com>.

Healthcare For All: 7p 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>.

“City of Quartz at 25”, 3rd LA Project, 7:30-9p, Choi Auditorium, Occidental College, 1600 Campus Rd., LA 90041. With Chris Hawthorne, professor of Urban Environmental Policy at Oxy and LA Times architecture critic
 

Mar 5 – Thu:

Hands Off Venezuela!: Mar 5-8. Call for Actions on the 2nd Anniversary of death of Hugo Ch·vez to remember his legacy and condemn US efforts to topple the democratically elected Pres. Nicol·s Maduro. Send details to the Venezuela Strategy Group c/o Alliance for Global Justice <chuck@afgj.org>. Inquire about how to organize in your area. Printable handout on Ch·vez’s legacy available.

The BDS Movement: 4p, Fullerton. Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions. Students for Justice in Palestine & Women and Gender Studies Dept event for Women’s History Month. CSUF, H212 Humanities Building.

“Tears of War” Exhibit: Meet the curator, exhibit designer, & refugee women 6p, San Diego. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

Screening “Women Of Fukushima”: 7p, Whittier. Also “Alone in the Zone.” Peace & Justice Films. Whittier Area P&J Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
 

Mar 6 – Fri:

No Nukes Film Night: 7p, Topanga. Multiple short documentary videos & presentations. Focus on Diablo Cyn and other Nuclear Power Plants. Topanga Peace Alliance film night. Watch website for film info. Bring vegan pot luck snack or non-alcoholic drink to share. Park under bldg. Topanga Library, 122 N Topanga Cyn Blvd. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
 

Mar 7 – Sat:

Mountain Justice Spring Break: Mar 7-14, Wise County VA. Bringing people together to confront the destructive practice of mountaintop removal coal mining in the Appalachians. 276.565.2073. <rrenewcollective (at) gmail.com>. <mjsbvirginia.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/events/802992593081930>.

Association of Raza Educators (ARE) Statewide Conference: 8a-330p, San Diego. “Public Education, Not Privatization!” Lincoln HS, 4777 Imperial Ave. <aresandiego94@gmail.com>. <sites.google.com/site/aresandiego>, <facebook.com/profile.php?id=100006889849250>.

Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL): 9am North OC/Brea, 9:30am Corona del Mar/Long Beach. Conference call with an expert in Climate Change, then plan actions to move Congress toward a climate crisis solution. RSVP appreciated. 9a-12n: Brea Congregational Church, 300 E. Imperial Hwy. 930a-12n: St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, 3233 Pacific View Dr, CDM. 930a-12n: 126 Belmont Ave, LB. North OC: 714.747.0206, <arp@chapman.edu>. CDM: 949.310,5256. LB: 562.858.4640. <citizensclimatelobby.org>.

Great American Write-In: 930a-130p. Influence policy decisions by writing letters to legislators. Over 50 different organizations and advocacy groups. Host Women For-OC supplies the post cards, stationery, postage, refreshments & parking. Free. Delhi Center, 505 E Central Ave, Santa Ana. <womenfororangecounty.org/>, <facebook.com/events/1540217326252397>.

CFI & Atheists United Joint Yard Sale: 10a-3p. Accepting donations Mar 5-6, 9a-5p. CFI Parking Lot, Center for Inquiry/LA, 4773 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. Questions or notification of donation dropoffs: 323.666.9797. <la@centerforinquiry.net>. <centerforinquiry.net/la>.

Blk Grrrl Book Fair: 10a-8p, LA. (Pronounced Black Girl.) Inaugural event. All ages & free. Literary readings, art lectures, performances, workshops and community. Hosts: Blk Grrrl Show & Cielo Galleries. Cielo Studios/Galleries, 3201 Maple St. <blkgrrrlshow@gmail.com>. <blkgrrrlshow.com>. <facebook.com/events/896726250409454>.

A Womin’s Place is in the Struggle!: 11a-4p, LA. Venue Grand Opening. Distributing Mujeres de Maiz calendar of events and inviting community to benefit from the space. Also food & entertainment. $5-10 donation requested. Casa Solidaria del Sur/ Solidarity House of the South, 4163 S Central Ave, South LA.

Water Efficiency: 1-3p, Irvine. Water is essential to life but only a fraction of 1% on the planet is accessible for our use most is wasted and pollutes watersheds & ecosystems never to return to its clean state. Presented by the Ecology Center. OC Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Dr. 949.854.5500.

Film: Kristof Trakal in the Pacific Northwest, 8p, Echo Park Film Center, 1200 N. Alvarado, LA 90026.
ìMy film is partly travelogue, partly narrative archive through representations of the pacific northwest of found footage.” $5 suggested donation. 213-484-8846 See <www.echoparkfilmcenter.org> for full schedule.

Socialist Party USA LA meeting, 2p, 2617 Hauser Blvd., LA. Monthly meeting to discuss upcoming actions every 1st Saturday of the month. Open to the public. Contact: Lynn Lomigirl <llomibao@gmail.com>

OC Interfaith Committee to Aid Farm Workers: 9p, Orange. Fundraiser for UFW. 50th anniversary celebration. Keynote speaker UFW President Arturo Rodriguez. 5p: social & silent auction browsing; 6p: dinner; 7p: program RSVP required by Mar 3.$30, additional donations appreciated. Plumbers & Steam Fitters Union Hall, 1916 West Chapman. 714.738.1785. To donate auction items: 714.565.7855.
 

Mar 8 – Sun:

Seeds of Peace Conference: 930a-630p. Honoring Water, Source of Life. Teach-in workshops, spiritual practice, sacred ritual, communal marketplace focused on the urgency of the global climate crisis. Fritz Burns Recreation Center, free parking in Lot A, Loyola Marymount University, One Loyola Marymount University Dr, LA. <sccpwr@gmail.com>. <seeds2015.eventbrite.com>, <sccpwr.org>.

Seeds Of Resistance 4th Anniversary: 10a, Santa Ana. E4rth is my Flesh, Ombligo, honoring Womyn’s International Day & Womyn’s Herstory Month. Womyn elders pl·tica. A gathering to honor the 4 elements, the 4 directions & the female body, mind & spirit in connection and unity with womyn from around the world coming together through sacred circles, ceremony & prayer. Birch Park, N Ross St & W 3rd St. Also 12n: teach-in, Indigenous DRUM (Keystone XL Pipeline), performance offerings, Sasscer Park, N Ross & W Santa Ana Blvd. <facebook.com/events/403550909808587>.

Women’s Rights, Women’s Voices, Women’s Vision: 11a-430p, Laguna Woods. International Women’s Day Event. Guest speaker: OC native activist/ actress/ writer/ producer/ director Celeste Thorson. With lunch, various artists connected to the women’s movement & an event worthy of the day. RSVP. Clubhouse 6, 24061 Algarrobo. 949.683.1278. <cecesloa@gmail.com>.

International Womyn’s Day March: 12n, LA. March & rally in Downtown calling attention to diverse issues & oppressions facing womyn today. AF3IRM & Ovarian Psyco-Cycles, two feminist, womyn-of-color organizations invite all to join & speak out against attacks on womyn & our communities, voice support for womyn’s struggles and remember legacies and herstories of womyn who have come before us. Starts at LA City Hall. <af3irm.org>, <facebook.com/ovarian.psycos>, <facebook.com/events/538207992988172>.

Screening “Pride”: 130pm, Santa Ana. A special screening followed by free cocktails & a preview of the new Brad Brafford LGBT Center. The Frida Cinema, 305 E 4th St. <thefridacinema.org/event/pride>.

Play: “Conversations ‘Bout the Girls”: 2p, Venice. Sonia Jackson’s stage play about women and their breasts, returns to SoCal for one show. Themes range from sexuality to implants to breast cancer. $34. Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Avenue, Venice. <brilyantstar@hotmail.com>. Tickets: <eventbrite.com/e/conversations-bout-the-girls-tickets-14449531939>.

CA Clean Money Grassroots Summit, 9a-4:30p, detailed training on passing the CA DISCLOSE Act. RSVP: http://www.CAdisclose.org 800-566-3780. 3916 S. Sepulveda Bl., Culver City 90232.
Screening “Salt of the Earth” – Women’s Film Festival: 5p, San Diego. Mar 4-22, Wed & Sun only. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

Mujeres de Maiz Live Art Show Festival: 530-9p, LA. Annual intercultural, interdisciplinary, intergenerational Mujeres de Maiz Artivist Concert, ceremony and festival featuring womyn of color and Q/T performers honoring our 18th anniversary, International Womyn’s Day and Womyn’s Herstory Month and the coming of spring & Mexica New Year since 1997. $10. Legacy LA, 1350 San Pablo St, Boyle Heights. Contact form on website. <mujeresdemaiz.com>, <facebook.com/events/863333613689972>.

Film, “Occupation 101”: 730p, Santa Monica. On the history of the IsraelóPalestine conflict. Also speaker TBA. Sanctuary Room, Santa Monica Unitarian Church, 1860 Arizona St.
 

Mar 10 – Tue:

Gender Violence, State Violence, and the Dangers of Carceral Feminism: 2-4pm, Fullerton. Mimi Kim from INCITE! speaks about her work on communities of color and state violence for CSUF’s Women’s History Month. Cal State Fullerton, PLS 363, Pollak Library.

Suzy and Her Solid Senders: 8p. Suzy Williams’ band w/special vocal group: Kahlil Sabbagh’s the Jazz Cats. Typhoon, Santa Monica Airport, 3221 Donald Douglas Loop S, Santa Monica. 310.390.6565, $10. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>, <typhoon.biz>, <facebook.com/events/400486200112517>.
 

Mar 11 – Tue:

4th Anniversary of 3.11 Fukushima Nuclear Accident. Events & actions worldwide. fukushimafourthanniversaryevents.blogspot.com, facebook.com/groups/3.11fukushimafourthanniversaryactions. Unplug Nuclear Power: all day, global. Pressure utility companies to drop nuclear power by using as little grid supplied power as possible. <unplugnuclearpower.com>. <facebook.com/events/419058194923639>.

Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute Conference: Mar 11-13, University of Denver Campus. “Western Places/Western Spaces: Building Fair & Resilient Communities.” 303.871.6319. <rmlui@law.du.edu>. <law.du.edu/index.php/rmlui/rmlui-practice/rmlui-annual-conference>, <guidebook.com/g/9s682y5g>.

Film, “Crime After Crime”: 4-7pm, Fullerton. Women & Walls Film series. The dramatic story of the legal battle to free Debbie Peagler, a domestic violence survivor incarcerated by prosecutors who used the threat of the death penalty to corner her into a life behind bars for her connection to the murder of her abuser. CSUF, Rm H212, Humanities Building.

Charles Atlas in LA, 7p. ONE Archives at W, Hollywood Library, 625 N. San Vicente Blvd., WH 90069 Film screenings. For full schedule, Mar 10-20, check <atlasinla.tumblr.com>
 

Mar 12 – Thu:

Art Exhibit “Tears of War”: Mar 12-Apr 19, Wed-Sun 12n-4p, San Diego. “The Many Faces of Immigrant Women.” Free admission for this exhibit. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

“Showcasing Fringe Narratives: Grassroots Latina Activists in Southern California”: 1pm, Fullerton. Voices of activists who fought for various causes in their communities. Stories will be performed in public to shed light on their experiences with grassroots activism. CSUF, H212, Humanities Building.

Art Exhibit “Site Unseen: Incarceration”: 6-9p, N Hollywood. Opening reception: 6-9p, panel discussion: 7-8p, Rm Art 103. Exhibit continues Mar 12 – Apr 23, call for gallery hours. LA Valley College Art Gallery, 5800 Fulton Ave, Valley Glen. 818.778.5536.

OC Coalition For Health & Justice: 630p, Costa Mesa. Speakers on Prop 37, California Right To Know, GMO Free OC, March Against Monsanto, Moms Across America, Clean Money Campaign, Expose the TPP & other campaigns. Volunteers welcome! Mother’s Market and Kitchen, 1890 Newport Blvd. 949.429.9877.
 

Mar 13 – Fri:

Film: ì1971î about the Media PA break-in at the FBI that exposed COINTELPRO recently won the ABCNews VideoSource Award at the 30th Annual IDA Documentary Awards. Laemmle Music Hall 3 for one week, 9036 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90211 310-478-3836

Dia de la Mujer Eastside (Eastside Women’s Day): 530p, LA. Eastside Mujeres Network. From Hollenbeck Park to Mariachi Plaza. Hollenbeck Park, 415 S St Louis St, Boyle Heights. <facebook.com/events/734149343368051>.

Screening “KumarÈ”: 7p, Irvine. The true story of a false prophet. Peace in Motion CafÈ films. <facebook.com/events/350341751840564\>. A[r: TBD. Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Dr. 949.854.5500. <contact@goodhappens.org>. <goodhappens.org>, <facebook.com/PeaceinMotion>.

Book release and conversation, Charles Atlas & Laurie Weeks, 7:30p. 356 Mission/Ooga Booga, 356 S. Mission Road, ELA 90033.
 

Mar 14 – Sat:

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: Solidarity. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <https://somosraza.org/wp/&gt;, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

Film, “Unmanned: America’s Drone Wars”: 2pm, Laguna Woods. Fundraiser for OC Peace Coalition. With a speaker from Brave New Films & Local Vocal Peace Choir Silent Auction. $10. Info for gate entrance to Laguna Woods Village: event type-meeting, sponsor-Mark Richter, date, time, location, visitor name, vehicle info. Laguna Woods Village, Clubhouse 3, 23822 Avenida Sevilla.

Author Dave McGowan @ MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p, Santa Monica. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

DSA-LA General Membership Meeting: 7p, Culver City. Join Democratic Socialists of America members as we chart our course for the current year. Peace Center, 3916 Sepulveda Blvd.

Opening Reception “Madre/ Mother”: 7-10p, LA.Art Exhibit. Hosts: Mujeres de Maiz & Avenue 50 Studios. Avenue 50 Studios, 131 N Avenue 50, Highland Park.
 

Mar 15 – Sun:

Seeds of Resistance: E4rth is my Flesh ~Viento~: 10a, Santa Ana. Hike & Sage Picking, storytelling/ dreamweaving workshop. Gathering to honor the 4 elements, the 4 directions & the female body, mind & spirit in connection and unity with womyn from around the world coming together through sacred circles, ceremony & prayer. Location/ more details TBD soon. <facebook.com/events/334531876748204>.

°Vivan Las Mujeres! Festival: 11a-4p, Long Beach. Vendors, community resources, performance, gallery tours, lectures & food for sale. Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), 628 Alamitos Ave. 562.437.1689. <molaa.org>. 11:30a Lecture by Emma Garcia Krinsky, curator of Mexico: Fantastic Identity, 2p Atabey (Puerto Rican bomba); 3p Tropicaleiza w Julie Simon (Brazilian music and dance) education@molaa.org 562.437.1689.

Last Chance to Hear Andy’s Living Room Band: 1145a-2p, Santa Monica. Andy Manoff’s Moving to South Carolina. Interfaith Services start: 1015a, band plays during the service and afterward at 1145a. Free but donations to the Church are welcome. . The Church In Ocean Park, 235 Hill St. Parking is hard to find on Sundays, so be prepared to walk a few blocks! <andy@oscarselectric.com>.. <www.ciop4justice.org>.

“Save the Planet from Destruction” Demonstration: 2p, San Diego. People’s Climate Walk & Rally. Eat less beef (save water; make less methane). Join them at SD City Hall (202 “C” St) for music, bike raffles and peaceful joyful marching. <theclimatemobilization.org>.

Book talk “The Crisis of Our Time”: 3-430p, Torrance. Dr. John Carvalho reads & signs his memoir. Discourse on his career & philosophy concerning the planet’s most pressing problems- war, infectious disease, recession, terrorism, family discord, psychological trauma, human rights violations. South Bay LGBT Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd. Call to verify: 310.217.9202. <thecenter@southbaycenter.org>. <southbaycenter.org>.

“Properties of Silence” Play and “Post-Silence” Salon: 3p, Pasadena. “About…Productions” pairs a revival of its critically-acclaimed original drama with poetry readings, performance, panels & discussions in tribute to Sor Juana InÈs de la Cruz, the first feminist writer. Featuring Mujeres de Maiz Poets. $15-30. Carrie Hamilton Theatre, Pasadena Playhouse 39 S El Molino Ave. <aboutpd.org>.

“Sisters of Selma” – Women’s Film Festival: 5p, San Diego. Mar 4-22, Wed & Sun only. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

The Backboners: 10p. Bill Burnett’s guitar, voices & musicianship of Kahlil Sabbagh, Suzy Williams & Ginger Smith deliver original songs with soaring soulful harmonies. What the Mamas & the Papas might have been. Free. Santa Monica Farmer’s Market, Ocean Park & Main, SM. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
 

Mar 18 – Wed:

Spring Rising Anti-War Intervention in DC: Mar 18-21 (Wed-Sat). “Ending Current Wars, Ending the Institution of War,” examining damage to environment, economics & civil rights and how the war system can be replaced with a peace system. Action endorsed by many anti-war groups. <dede4peace@gmail.com>. <springrising.org>, <facebook.com/events/430232700485435>.

“Roadmap to Apartheid”: 4-7pm, Fullerton. Film on the rise & fall of apartheid in South Africa, and about why many Palestinians feel they’re living in an apartheid system today, and an increasing number of people around the world agree with them. Narrated by Alice Walker, CSUF, Room H212, Humanities Building.

Death Cafe, 6:30-8:30p, OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, 1663 Sawtelle Boulevard, Suite 300, W. L.A. OUR HOUSE is a respected long-running grief support center for adults and children.
http://www.OurHouse-grief.org RSVP: Christine Sefein christine@ourhouse-grief.org 310-473-1511

“She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry” – Women’s Film Festival: 6p, San Diego. Mar 4-22, Wed & Sun only. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

AlterNative Birthing Ways: 7p, Webinar. All models of care: hospital, home birth, midwifery, doulas & traditional birthing practices. By Ticicalli Yahualliat. <ticicalli.blogspot.com/Birthingbasics>, <facebook.com/events/1413836848914479>.
 

Mar 19 – Thu:

Book Review: Capital in the Twenty-First Century: 2p, Thomas Piketty’s book is reviewed by Suzanne Model, Professor Emerita. Bring this info with you for entry to the Village: <lagunawoodsvillage.com/article.cfm?id=5246>. Laguna Woods Village. Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge, 24232 Calle Aragon.
 

Mar 20 – Fri:

NPT Peace Walk for a Nuclear Free Future: Mar 20 – Apr 26. From SF to the UN, NYC. No drugs, no alcohol, no weapons; typically 12-18 miles per day. 518.658.9301, 201.566.8403. <julesorkin@yahoo.com>.

World Vegan Summit & Expo: Mar 20-22 ñ Fri-Sun. FNB co-founder Keith McHenry speaks Mar 21, 330p & Mar 22, 230p. Marina del Rey Marriott, MDR. 818.623.6477. <goveganradio@gmail.com>. <worldvegansummit.com>, <facebook.com/worldvegansummit>.

 
Celebrate Ballona Gala. Community celebration of work by thousands to preserve 640+ acres of land on the LA coast. Ballona Institute. <protectballonawetlands.com/page26>. <facebook.com/CelebrateBallona/info>.
 
 
 

Mar 21 – Sat:

C.E.Q.A. 4:45-6:00p. Discussion of C.E.Q.A. process with attorney, hosted by Calif. Peace Academy. 11674 Gateway Blvd., Suite C, West L.A. 949-336-8677 or 714-501-9471

Discovering Inner Strength: 11a-4p, South LA. Workshop series focused on inner strength, including self-care & self-love. By Mujeres Unidas. Wilmington Boys & Girls Club, 1444 W “Q” St, Wilmington.

Americans United for Separation of Church and State: 1-430p, Irvine. “Darwin’s Greatest Discovery: Design Without Designer.” Free. Irvine Ranch Water District Community Room, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave. <au-oc.org>.

Film: “How To Start A Revolution”: 1p, North Hills. How Gene Sharp’s “198 Methods of Nonviolent Action”, written in 1973, served as a blueprint for anti-authoritarian revolts from Eastern Europe, the Balkans, to the Arab Spring. Discussion after screening. Free, donations appreciated. Sepulveda Unitarian Universalist Society (The Onion), 9550 Haskell Ave. <robin@robingilbert.net>.

Venice Residents & Displaced Neighbors Vigil: 530-9p, Venice. Candlelight vigil & silent procession, beginning at Oakwood Park. Stops in front of homes where displaced neighbors once resided will provide a safe space for people to offer testimony and prayers. Displacement hurts everyone. Oakwood Rec Center, 767 California Ave. <facebook.com/events/905196599511760>.

Celebrate the Life of Theresa Bonpane: Food, music, fun, friends on her 80th birthday. 6p, Culver City. $25 suggested donation, no one turned away. Peace Center, 3916 Sepulveda Blvd. <files.ctctcdn.com/20ef1195001/2a4bcae0-d1d6-4d15-9b23-8050e8140f9c.pdf>

Mar 22 – Sun:

Delegation to Venezuela: Mar 22-29. Learn about human development in Venezuela: education, community based organizations & efforts at food sovereignty. $800 covers lodging, ground transport, 2 daily meals, trip leaders & Spanish-English interpretation. <cbalbertolovera@gmail.com>. Make contact ASAP as space is limited. Requires early registration and planning for international travel.

Seeds of Resistance: E4rth is my Flesh ~Fire & Water~: 10a, Huntington Beach. Prema Yoga @ The Beach. Gathering to honor the 4 elements, the 4 directions & the female body, mind & spirit in connection and unity with womyn from around the world through sacred circles, ceremony & prayer. Bolsa Chica State Beach, 17851 PCH. <facebook.com/events/726522987446437>.

KPFK Local Station Board, 1-3pm public meeting, followed by executive session to select new General Manager. Opportunities for public comment during open session. Likely venue: Peace Center, 3916 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City 90230. Check website to verify, <www.kpfk.org>

“Maestra” (“Teacher”) – Women’s Film Festival: 5p, San Diego. Mar 4-22, Wed & Sun only. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

Political Activists’ Films @ 7 Dudley Cinema: 4th Sun 7p, Venice. Mar 22. Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.

Mar 23 – Mon:

Keith McHenry Art: 8a-5p, LA. FNB co-founder McHenry shows his paintings and other FNB banners & art. In collaboration with the art project Fallen Fruit. Speaks at 12n. LA City College, 855 N Vermont Ave. <lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/art/gallery.html>.
 

Mar 25 – Wed:

New Citizen Voter Registration: 1015a-1215p. Volunteers needed at the Naturalization Ceremony downtown. RSVP; we’ll bring supplies & train volunteers. Ask about parking. 3rd Ave & B St, in Plaza near Civic Theatre, San Diego. <sdvoter@gmail.com>.

Debate over the New LACMA, 7:30-9p, Choi Auditorium, Occidental College, 1600 Campus Rd., LA 90041, LACMA director Michael Govan and critics/opponents. Free. (3rd LA Project). <www.oxy.edu/>

Mujeres de Maiz ARTivist Harvest: 630p, Claremont. Benson Auditorium, Claremont Colleges.
 

Mar 26 – Thu:

LA AIR: Anna Luisa Petrisko ñ 8p. Echo Park Film Center, 1200 N. Alvarado St. LA 90026. LA AIR is an artist-in-residence program for LA filmmakers to use EPFC to create a new work over 8 weeks. Feb/Mar resident Anna Luisa Petrisko aka Jeepneys presents new works MABUHAY KA + OLINGLINGO. MABUHAY KA: short experimental documentaries shot in Historic Filipinotown where filipin@ performers meditate on their relationship to the neighborhood. 213-484-8846 <www.echoparkfilmcenter.org>

Hammer Conversation, 7:30p. Selita Reynolds, GM of LA Dept. of Transportation and Janette Sadik-Khan, former commissioner of NYC Dept. of Transportation, now Bloomberg Associates consultant on inexpensive urban transportation alternatives. Hammer Museum, UCLA, Wilshire @ Westwood.

Barney Frank in conversation with Patt Morrison, 7:30p. Gindi Auditorium, American Jewish University, 15600 Mulholland Dr., Bel Air CA 90077. Whizin Ctr. for Continuing Education. kcrw.org/events

“Properties of Silence” Play & “Post-Silence” Salon Series: 8p, Pasadena. About…Productions pairs a revival of its critically-acclaimed original drama with poetry readings, performance events, panels, and discussions in tribute to Sor Juana InÈs de la Cruz, the first feminist writer. Featuring Las Lunas Locas. $15-$30. Carrie Hamilton Theatre, Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S El Molino Ave. <www.aboutpd.org>.
 

Mar 27 – Fri:

Rail Users’ Network Annual Conference: $90. “How LA is Making the Transition from Road to Rails.” Make your voice heard on better rail & transit service. Southern California Association of Governments, 818 W 7th St, L.A., 12th floor. <railusers.net>.
 

Mar 28 – Sat:

Sacred Peace Walk: Mar 28 – Apr 3 Sun-Fri. Includes: Wed Apr 1 direct action at Creech AFB (drone warfare), Fri Apr 3 direct action at NNSS (formerly Nevada Test site for nuclear weapons). Las Vegas, NV. 702.646.4814. <info@nevadadesertexperience.org>. <nevadadesertexperience.org>.

Film: “Surviving Peace”: 7p. Documentary about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, offering an unexplored solution ó confederation. Donations greatly appreciated. The Peace Center, 3916 Sepulveda Blvd.

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: History of the Chicana/o Student Movement. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <https://somosraza.org/wp/&gt;, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

“Revolution & Religion”: 130p, LA. The Fight for Emancipation and the Role of Religion: film of a dialogue between Cornel West & Bob Avakian. $20. Los Angeles Theatre Center (LATC), 514 S. Spring St. Info and tickets: BA Everywhere, c/o Revolution Books/Libros RevoluciÛn, 5726 Hollywood Blvd, LA CA 90028. 213.304.9864. <rcppubs@hotmail.com>. <revcom.us/a/375/nationwide-premier-screenings-and-online-launch-REVOLUTION-AND-RELIGION-en.html>

Artist Talk Mujeres de Maiz Art Exhibit “Madre/ Mother”: 2p, LA. Avenue 50 Studios, 131 N Avenue 50.

Vegan Pop Up Dinner: 6p, location TBD. Plant-based sit-down dinner. RSVP required. Check website for details. <mujeresdemaiz.com>
 

Mar 29 – Sun:

Indigenous Veganism: 11a-1p, 7p, El Sereno. Engages our understanding of eating, diet & health towards decolonizing & reclaiming veganism towards the healing of all our relations. With Claudia Serrato. Here & Now, 5471 Huntington Dr, North, El Sereno. <mujeresdemaiz.com/calendar.html>, <facebook.com/events/1040120769347930>.

Seeds of Resistance: E4rth is my Flesh 4p, Santa Ana. Womyn elders pl·tica. Gathering to honor the 4 elements, the 4 directions & the female body, mind & spirit in connection and unity with womyn from around the world through sacred circles, ceremony & prayer. El Centro Cultural de Mexico, 313 N Birch St. <facebook.com/events/331110970413112>.
 

Mar 30 – Mon

Transforming Spaces: New Films from L.A. Filmmakers, REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St. LA. “Kinesthesia Series”, by Abigail Severance and other LA Premieres as part of the Jack H. Skirball Series. Experimental works by Angeleno filmmakers engaging with real or imagined spaces in distinctly cinematic experiences.
 

Mar 31 – Tue

“Sister Spit: the Next Generation,” 7:30p, Hammer Museum, UCLA, Wilshire @ Westwood. Originally a lesbian/feminist performance art touring troupe, to reflect changes in gender identity and sexual orientation, the line-up is no longer just females. Virgie Tovar, Myriam Gurda, Kate Schatz, Nikki Darling, Zackary Drucker.
 
 
 

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2015:

Decolonial Teach-In and Gathering in LA: date TBD. Call to Action. A call to communities in resistance in particular and those who dream of a better world in general. We understand to get there we need vision, strategy, organization and to build alliances. We are putting out this call to those communities building autonomy, and revolution. In the coming weeks we will begin to fundraise for communities and collectives wishing to make it out from different regions, as well as to plan and organize for the gathering and teach-in. This event is not made for organizations to promote themselves but for communities fighting to build and strategize with each other. <joaquincienfuegos@gmail.com>.

Office Space: Church in Ocean Park. The Church often supported activist causes. Probably the former office (decades ago) of Westside SANE Freeze (anti-nuclear group). “Pleasant office, 600/month w/hardwood floors, great light, stained glass windows on balcony level of the Church, 235 Hill St, Santa Monica. Noisy M-F 7-9a, Tue 9a-noon, M-Th 6-1030p, Sat 9a-1p, other variable times and big noise on Sun.” Lucy: 310.403.6653, <lucyhahn1@gmail.com>. (posted 2015-03)

Continuing:

Art: “Sink or Swim: Designing for a Sea Change.” Human resilience, from adaptation for survival to ambitious infrastructure planning, in the world’s rich & poor coastal communities. Human responses to landscape changes that will be intensified by sea level rise. Thru May 3. Annenberg Space for Photography, 2000 Avenue of the Stars, LA. 213.403.3000.
<info@annenbergspaceforphotography.org>. <annenbergphotospace.org>, click on “exhibits.”

March:

Vietnam Full Disclosure: Call for Teach-ins on the American War in Vietnam. This month is the 50th anniversary of major US escalation in Vietnam. As the Pentagon pursues its program to commemorate the “valor” of US troops in Vietnam which “upheld the highest traditions of our Armed Forces” as proclaimed by President Obama, we think it is crucial for Americans & especially young people to be reminded of the realities of that brutal & unnecessary war. Also, Take The Pledge campaign on their website. It simply says “I’m with Full Disclosure. I oppose the Pentagon campaign to rewrite the history of the Vietnam war.”
Info, comments, additions & critique: <vncom50@gmail.com>. <vietnamfulldisclosure.org>.

Upcoming:

Apr 1 – Thu:

Art Exhibit “Tears of War”: Continues to Apr 19, Wed-Sun 12n-4p, San Diego. “The Many Faces of Immigrant Women.” Free admission for this exhibit. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

Art Exhibit “Site Unseen: Incarceration”: N Hollywood. Continues to Apr 23, call for gallery hours. LA Valley College Art Gallery, 5800 Fulton Ave, Valley Glen. 818.778.5536.

Healthcare For All: 1st Wed 7p (Mar 4, Apr 1): 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>.

Apr 2 – Thu

Screening “Cowspiracy- the Sustainability Secret”: 7p, Whittier. Peace & Justice Films. Whittier Area P&J Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.

Apr 3 – Fri:

Denounce Junipero Serra & Honor California Native Indians. Actions at several CA Missions. Contact them for details. 510.575.8408, 805.636.8653. <shellmoundwalk@yahoo.com>, <aimsocalifornia@ymail.com>.

Apr 9 – Thu:

Screening “Cowspiracy- the Sustainability Secret”: 7p, Whittier. Peace & Justice Films. Whittier Area P&J Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.

Apr 11 – Sat:

Meet with Colombia Peace Negotiators in Havana, Cuba: Apr 11-18 (Sat-Sat). 202.540.8336.
<chuck@afgj.org>.

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: La Marcha de Zapata. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. EAZ Graduation & Camp Aztl·n take place in June. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <https://somosraza.org/wp/&gt;, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

Noted Cartoonist/ Illustrator/ Writer Anthony Mostrom. @ MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p, Santa Monica. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

Apr 13 – Mon:

Documental: 6-10p, Santa Monica. Philosophy Films – from Zen to Gurdjieff. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.

Apr 14 – Tue:

General Strike to End Murdering by Police. No School! No Work! A call for a day of massive resistance all over the country – make the day of stopping business as usual as powerful as possible to end the system putting its stamp of approval on police murdering people. Adopted at the Feb national meeting hosted by the Stop Mass Incarceration Network in Atlanta. 347.979.SMIN (7646). <stopmassincarceration@gmail.com>. <stopmassincarceration.ne>, <facebook.com/stopmassincarcerationnetwork>. Twitter: @StopMassIncNet .

Apr 18 – Sat:

Don’t Even Look at Itó RIA live cinema event: 8p. Resonant Interval Algorythmns. Gerry Fialka & Will Erokan perform multi-projection moving image art, music, spoken word & psychedelic phantasmagoRIA as RIA transcendently trip the light fantastic. Hack Your Own Brain! 8604 S Broadway, LA. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>, <laughtears.com/iwantmyRIA.html>, <winwithin.org>.

Apr 21 – Tue:

CSUF Earth Week: Apr 21-23, Tue-Thu, Fullerton. Annual festivities including art & poetry events, alternative energy, transportation, waste conservation expos, a farmers’ market, forums, & student presentations showing continued commitment to sustainability. Sponsored by CSUF Center for Sustainability and ASI Environmental Sustainability Committee, along with campus and community partners. California State University Fullerton, 800 N State College Blvd.

Apr 22 – Wed:

Organize Events Globally for Climate Crisis Vegan Earth Day. Organize showing the movie “Cowspiracy.” Recent analysis by Goodland and Anhang finds that livestock & their byproducts actually account for at least 51 percent of annual worldwide Greenhouse Gas emissions. Hosted by Food Not Bombs. <facebook.com/events/1393594917612195>.

Apr 23 – Thu:

OC Labor Federation 15th Annual Solidarity Awards Dinner: 5:30-9pm, Orange. 7p: program & dinner. 309 N Rampart St, Ste A.<events.org/creg.aspx?e=82415&m=10>.

Apr 25 – Sat:

John Dear: Apr 25-26, All Day, Morro Bay. John presides over the weekend Masses. Pace e Bene Campaign Nonviolence. Free. St. Timothy’s Church, 962 Piney Way. 510.268.8765. <info@paceebene.org>. <paceebene.org>.

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: Education VS. Prison. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. EAZ Graduation & Camp Aztl·n take place in June. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <somosraza.org/wp/>, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

Honoring & Healing Through Art: 930a, San Diego. An opportunity for mothers who have lost a child to connect with art and other mothers who know the journey of grief & personal change. Panel discussion & conversation. RSVP: <sandraj@san.rr.com>. Women’s Museum of California, 2730 Historic Decatur Rd., Barracks 16. 619.233.7963. <info@womensmuseumca.org>. <womensmuseumca.org>.

Jazz Funk Fest: 7-10p, Santa Monica. Free. Unurban, 3301 Pico Blvd.
<laughtears.com>, <blackshoepolish.blogspot.com>.

Apr 26 – Sun:

Screening “Let’s Own It!: The Struggle of the Lincoln Place Tenants Association”: 7p, Free, donations appreciated. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice.

Apr 27 – Mon:

WILPF 100th anniversary: Apr 27-29 (Mon-Wed). Celebrate & set the agenda for peace. Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom. The Hague/Netherlands. 212.682.1265, +41(0)22.919.70.80. <100@wilpf.ch>. <womenstopwar.org>.

Apr 30 – Thu:

Labor, Social & Environmental Justice Fair: 9a-330p, Carson. CSUDH was situated in its present location in part to serve the community that rose up against police abuse and economic and social neglect in the Watts Rebellion 50 years ago in August 1965. Sponsored by CSU Dominguez Hills Labor and Social Justice Club. <vprice@csudh.edu>. <dhlaborstudies.org>.

May 2 – Sat:

John Dear: May 2-3, All Day, Morro Bay. John presides over the weekend Masses. Pace e Bene Campaign Nonviolence. Free. St. Timothy’s Church, 962 Piney Way. 510.268.8765. <info@paceebene.org>. <paceebene.org>.

May 4 – Mon:

Western Shoshone Walk/Run: May 4-10 Mon-Sun. NV. Info: 702.646.4814. <info@nevadadesertexperience.org>. <nevadadesertexperience.org>. More info available nearer the event.

May 7 – Thu:

Screening “Citizen Koch”: 7p, Whittier. Peace & Justice Films. Whittier Area P&J Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.

May 8 – Fri:

UNAC National Conference: May 8-10, Secaucus NJ. United National Antiwar Coalition. 518.227.6947. <unacpeace.gmail.com>. <unacpeace.org>, <facebook.com/events/1426863107605812>.

May 9 – Sat:

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: Trip to MEChA Conference. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. EAZ Graduation & Camp Aztl·n take place in June. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <https://somosraza.org/wp/&gt;, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

David Ocker, musician & Zappa’s “musical secretary” @ MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p, Santa Monica. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

May 10 – Sun:

Subversive Cinema: 7p. (also May 10, Jul 5, Aug 30, Nov 8) Experimental film, political activist cinema, lit/art/music flix, avant garde documentary w/fiery discussion. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

May 13 – Wed

Hunger Action Days: Sacramento. Anti-hunger advocates from across the state meet in
Sacramento to educate legislators & encourage support for anti-hunger legislation. Limited bus space available (departing May 12) with overnight lodgings- reserve a seat NOW. Or supply your own transportation. Groups travelling from LA, San Diego, Central Coast & elsewhere. $40 donation requested; no one turned away. 213.388.8228. <frank@hungeractionla.org>.

May 17 – Sun:

Venice Art Walk & Auctions. Special event TBD; also various dates during the year. 310.664.7916. <theveniceartwalk.org>.

May 29 – Fri

National Cohousing Conference: May 29-31 (Fri-Sun). Durham Convention Center, NC. 812.618.2646. Contact form on website. <www.cohousing.org>.

May 23 – Sat:

Delegation: Cubañ Whole-istic Cuba. May 23 – Jun 03 Sun-Wed. 973.746.6191. <njchlnews@gmail.com>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations may require an early registration and planning for international travel.

Escuelita Aztl·n: 830a-1p. Topic: Arte Con Conciencia. Class 830-12n followed by Somos Raza meeting. EAZ Graduation & Camp Aztl·n take place in June. Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego. 619.923.3685. <info@somosraza.org>. <https://somosraza.org/wp/&gt;, click on “community work” then on “Escuelita Aztl·n.”

May 30 – Sat:

Pax Christi Justice and Peace Conference: May 30, 9a-5p, LA. Speakers: Kathy Kelly, Tererence J Rynne, Linda Marsa. $35. Loyola Marymount University, One Loyola Marymount University Dr. <paxchristisocal.org/assembly> (may not be updated yet). 510.268.8765. <info@paceebene.org>. <paceebene.org>.

Jun 1 – Mon:

Fracking Literature. Deadline today for submissions to “Fracture: Essays, Poems & Stories on Fracking in America.” Free. Guidelines at website: <icecubepress.com>, click on “upcoming books.

Jun 8 – Mon:

Documental: 6-10p, Santa Monica. Experimental films. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.

Jun 11 – Thu

CFI Intl Conference- Reason for Change: Jun 11-15, Thu-Mon. Buffalo Marriott Niagara, near CFI headquarters, Amherst, NY. 716.636.4869.< reasonforchange.centerforinquiry.net>.

Jun 13 – Sat:

Food First 40th Anniv Delegation to Cuba: Jun 13-20. Mar 7: Info Conference Call, 605.475.5950.Access:1829493. Apr 5: registration deadline, 510.654.4400.x223. <foodsovtours@foodfirst.org>. <foodfirst.org/cubatour>.

Jun 19 – Fri:

National NOW Conference: Jun 19-21 (Fri-Sun). $165 w/lower sliding scale rates. Registration deadline May 31. Hyatt Regency, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA. 202.628.8669.x112 <member[at]now.org>. <zzznow.org>.

Jul 5 – Sun:

Subversive Cinema: 7p. (also May 10, Jul 5, Aug 30, Nov 8) Experimental film, political activist cinema, lit/art/music flix, avant garde documentary w/fiery discussion. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

Jul 8 – Wed:

Delegation: Colombiañ Meet Colombian Communities Resisting Repression. Jul 8-18 Wed-Sat. 323.563.7940. <pkbonner@earthlink.net>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations may require an early registration and planning for international travel.

Jul 11 – Sat:

Novelist/ Journalist/ Biographer/ Poet/ Teacher Lawrence Grobel @ MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p, Santa Monica. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

Aug 22 – Sat:

Delegation: Colombiañ Beyond Dollars and Pesosñ The Real Cost of Free Trade in Colombia: Aug 22-31 Sat-Mon. 919.624.0646. <gail@earthlink.net>. <witnessforpeace.org>. Delegations may require an early registration and planning for international travel.

Aug 30 – Sun:

Subversive Cinema: 7p. (also May 10, Jul 5, Aug 30, Nov 8) Experimental film, political activist cinema, lit/art/music flix, avant garde documentary w/fiery discussion. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

Sep 14 – Mon:

Documental: 6-10p, Santa Monica. Folk music Avant-Garde Jazz films. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.

Sep 19 – Sat:

Justice for Our Desert: Sep 19-21 Sat-Mon. Las Vegas, NV. 702.646.4814. <info@nevadadesertexperience.org>. <nevadadesertexperience.org>.

Oct 17 – Sat:

John Dear: Oct 17-18, All Day, Morro Bay. John presides over the weekend Masses. Pace e Bene Campaign Nonviolence. Free. St. Timothy’s Church, 962 Piney Way. 510.268.8765. <info@paceebene.org>. <paceebene.org>.

Oct 24 – Sat:

John Dear: Oct 24-25, All Day, Morro Bay. John presides over the weekend Masses. Pace e Bene Campaign Nonviolence. Free. St. Timothy’s Church, 962 Piney Way. 510.268.8765. <info@paceebene.org>. <paceebene.org>.

Nov 8 – Sun:

Subversive Cinema: 7p. (also May 10, Jul 5, Aug 30, Nov 8) Experimental film, political activist cinema, lit/art/music flix, avant garde documentary w/fiery discussion. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Recurring Events:

It’s best to verify time & location for all recurring eventsó let us know of any changes! Be sure to check during any holidays as the usual dates may change.
Known Holidays & Observances of Interest:

Mar: Natl. Women’s History Month/ 50th Anniv of Major US Escalation in Vietnam, Mar 5: Purim, Mar 8: Intl. Women’s Day, Daylight Saving Time (Spring one hour ahead), Mar 11: 4 Years of continuing Fukushima Nuclear Disaster, Mar 17: St. Patrick’s, Mar 20: Equinox/Bed-in For Peace Day (John/Yoko), Mar 28/830p Earth Hour (Lights Out!), Mar 29: Palm Sunday, Mar 31: Cesar Chavez Day. Apr: Natl Poetry Month, Apr 1: All Fools/April Fools Day, Apr 3: Good Friday, Apr 4: Passover begins, Apr 5: Easter, Apr 11: Passover ends, Apr 12: Orthodox Easter, Apr 15: Tax Day, Apr 22: Earth Day,

29th Monthly:

Oscar Lopez Rivera Call In Day. (Except Feb 28.) Call President Obama at 202.456.1111 and say that US political prisoner Oscar Lopez Rivera has been in prison for too long and deserves to go home. Rivera has been imprisoned since 1981 for fighting for Puerto Rican Independence. <prolibertad@hotmail.com>. <prolibertadweb.org>, <facebook.com/prolibertadfc>.

Mondays (Mar 2,9,16,23,30, Apr 6,13,20,27):

Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon, Inglewood. Fresh veggies, cereals, chips, healthy drinks & legal advice from liberated lifers. Free. Chucho’s Justice Center, 1137 E Redondo Blvd. 323.235.4243. <kruti222 (at) yahoo (dot) com>.

LA CAN Housing Committee: Mon 1030a, LA. LA Community Action Network, 838 E 6th St. 213.228.0024. <cangress.org>.

LA CAN Civil Rights Committee: Mon 1p, LA. LA Community Action Network, 838 E 6th St. 213.228.0024. <cangress.org>.

Occupy Venice: Mon 8p. General Assembly. Beyond Baroque, upstairs, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. <ovb.so>, <facebook.com/occupyveniceca>, <twitter.com/occupyvenice>.

Topanga Peace Alliance General Meeting: usually 3rd Mon, Topanga. Mar 16, Apr 20. Ask for time/location. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.

Tuesdays (Mar 3,10,17,24,31, Apr 7,14,21,28):

Fighting Words Open Mic: Tue 6-8p, Downtown LA. “Our Voice is Our Weapon.” Sponsored by Youth Justice Cooalition. LAPD HQ, in front, 100 W 1st St. 323.235.4243. <info@youth4justice.org>. <youth4justice.org>, <facebook.com/youthjusticecoalition>.

Vets’ Acting Workshop: Tue 7-10p, Culver City. Heal/grow/learn w/drama therapy. Donation. Veterans Project. Also community theater &c. 3916 Sepulveda. 310.842.8794. <roy@theveteransproject.org>. <theveteransproject.org>.

Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p, Venice. Creative non-fiction, memoir, prose. Other writing/media/performance workshops. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd. 310.822.3006. <beyondbaroque@aol.com>. <beyondbaroque.org>.

McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: Usually 1st Tue 6-8p, Marina Del Rey. Mar 4 (changed from Mar 3 for election), Apr 7. Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admirality Way, MDR. <laughtears.com>.

Military Families Speak Out: 1st Tue 7p, OC. Mar 3, Apr 7. MFSO Orange County Chapter. Ask for location. 562.833.8035. <mfsooc@earthlink.net>. <mfso.org>.

PFLAG EspaÒol-Pasadena: 1st Tue 730p, Pasadena. Mar 3, Apr 7. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Neighborhood UU Church, 301 N Orange Grove Blvd. <pasadena@pflagsocalespanol.org>. <pflagla.org>.

Pueblo Del Rio Tenants: 2nd Tue 530pm, LA. Mar 10, Apr 14. James Slauson Park Rec Center, 5306 S Compton Ave at 53rd. 213.228.0024. <cangress.org>.

Revolution Books bookstore volunteers meeting: 2nd/4th Tue 7p, LA. Mar 10,24, Apr 14,28. YOUR effort, & ideas needed. Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd. 323.463.3500.

Build a Movement for Social Justice: 2nd/4th Tue 7p, San Diego. Mar 10,24, Apr 14,28. Activist SD & United Against Police Terror SD. Activist Center, 4246 Wightman, City Heights, SD. 619.283.1100.

Rising Start Toastmasters: 3rd Tue 6p, Burbank. Mar 17, Apr 21. Community Room, Burbank Police Station, 200 N. 3rd St. 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, Orange. Mar 24, Apr 28. Plaza Square Park, Old Towne Orange Traffic Circle @ Glassell/Chapman.

Wednesdays (Mar 4,11,18,25, Apr 1,8,15,22,29):

Tenants Rights: Wed 7p, W Hollywood. (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, Costa Mesa. Mar 4, Apr 1. Karl Strauss Brewery, Metropointe Shopping Center, 901 S. Coast Dr. <dfaoc.comm@gmail.com> . <meetup.com/dfa-oc>; <ocprogressiveevents.info>.

Healthcare For All: 1st Wed 7p, Van Nuys. Mar 4, Apr 1. San Fernando Valley chapter. Improved Medicare (single-payer health care) for all Californians. Bernardi Community Ctr, 6514 Sylmar Ave. 818.766.7318. <info@hca-sfv.org>. <healthcareforall.org> (click on “local chapters”), <facebook.com/hcasfv>.

UN Women 2nd Wed 645-9p, W Hollywood. Mar 11, Apr 8. LA Chapter. Natl. Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), 543 N. Fairfax. 323.651.2080. <la@unwomen-usnc.org>, <chillman@la.unwomen-usnc.org>. <unwomen-usnc.org/greaterla#>.

Singer Suzy Williams: 2nd Wed 7-10p, Venice. Mar 11, Apr 8. Free. Dannys, 23 Windward Ave. 310.450.6052. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: usually 2nd Wed 730-9p, Culver City. Mar 11, Apr 8. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place. Dial “22” for entry.

Statewide Initiative Building Against Police Terror and Victim Advocacy: 2nd/4th Wed, San Diego. Mar 11,25, Apr 8,22. Uaptsd.org working meetings, Contact them at <uaptsd.org> to get involved.

Meditations On Media discussion (MOM): 3rd Wed 7-10p, Venice. Mar 18, Apr 15. Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.

PFLAG-Westwood: 3rd Wed 730p, Westwood. Mar 18, Apr 15. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Westwood United Methodist Church, 10497 Wilshire Blvd. <pflagLA.org>.

Senior Patriots for Peace Vigil: Last Wed 5-630p, Seal Beach. Mar 25, Apr 29. Leisure World, large world globe, Seal Beach Blvd & Golden Rain Rd (near I-405). 562.430.7509, 562.430.1047.

Thursdays (Mar 5,12,19,26, Apr 2,9,16,23,30):

Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-1130a, Silverlake. Clutterers Anonymous (CLA). Face-to-face, phone, other locations. CafÈ Tropical , 2900 Sunset Blvd. 866.402.6685, 310.281.6064, 323.281.2243. <clutterersanonymous.net>.

Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p, North Hills. Sepulveda UU Society (aka The Onion), 9550 Haskell Ave. 818.894.9251.

Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 730p, Glendale. McDonald’s, 500 N Central Ave. 213.230.4868. <bohemia2000@webtv.net>. <poesiasymas.com>.

Peace & Justice Films: usually 1st Thu 7p, Whittier. Mar 5, Apr 2. Mar: “Women Of Fukushima.” Apr: “Cowspiracy- the Sustainability Secret.” May: “Citizen Koch.” Whittier Area P&J Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.

Team Food & Garden: 1st/3rd Thu 1030 a, LA. Mar 5,19, Apr 2,16. LA Community Action Network, 838 E 6th St. 213.228.0024. <cangress.org>.

Screening: “BA Speaks: Revolution ñ Nothing Less! Bob Avakian Live”: 1st /3rd Thu 730p, LA. Mar 5,19, Apr 2,16. Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd. 323-463-3500. <revcom.us/revbooks>.

Downtown Art Walk: 2nd Thu 6-9p approx. peak hours, LA. Mar 12, Apr 9. Spring & Main Sts, between 2nd & 9th. 213.624.6212. <downtownartwalk.org>.

Healthcare for All: 2nd Thu 7-9p, Culver City. Mar 12, Apr 9. Single payer Medicare. LA Chapter. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd. Light refreshments. Free. Park & enter @ bldg rear. 310.459.9763. <healthcareforall.org>. <healthcareforall.la@gmail.org>.

Conscientious Projector Films: 2nd Thu 7p, Pasadena. Mar 12, Apr 9. Mar,Apr: TBD. Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Ave. 310.782.4738, 626.792.4941. <conscientiousprojector.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/group.php?gid=53883487201>.

PFLAG-Silverlake: 2nd Thu 730p, Silverlake. Mar 12, Apr 9. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Metropolitan Community Church, 4953 Franklin Ave. <silverlake@pflagla.org.org>. <pflagLA.org>.

SFV Atheists United: usually 3rd Thu 645p dinner/socializing; 715p discussion, North Hills. Mar 19, Apr 16. Ongoing topic: Outside religion, is there an actual good & evil? Kountry Folks Restaurant, 8501 Sepulveda Blvd. 818.988.2806 (after 5p), <atheistsunited.org>.

Peace & Freedom Party: 3rd Thu 7p, LA. Mar 19, Apr 16. For all Party registrants. 2617 S Hauser Blvd. 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, Whittier. Mar 19, Apr 16. Roundtable discussion of current topics & a film TBD. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave. 562..692.2621, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.

PFLAG EspaÒol-East LA: 3rd Thu 730p, East LA. Mar 19, Apr 16. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. Bienestar East LA, 5326 E Beverly Blvd. <ELA@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <pflagLA.org>.

Fightin Words: 3rd Thu 8-11p, Inglewood. Mar 19, Apr 16. 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 start: Mar 26, Apr 23. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays. La Tijera United Methodist Church, 7400 Osage Ave. <southLA@pflagLA.org>. <pflagLA.org>.

Fridays (Mar 6,13,20,27, Apr 3,10,17,24):

Michael Slate (web/radio): Fri 10-11a. KPFK 90.7 FM. <kpfk.org>.

Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 430-530p. Social after. Pine Tree Center, 120 S Topanga Cyn Blvd. Contact form on website. <topangapeacealliance.org>.

Costa Mesa Peace Vigil: Fri 5-7p. Across from S Coast Plaza, Bristol & Anton. <quetzalcoatl38@aol.com>. 714.956.5037.

Topanga Peace Alliance film night: usually 1st Fri 730p sharp (doors open 7p), Topanga. Mar 6, Apr 3. Mar: No Nukes Film Night with a focus on Diablo Cyn and other Nuclear Power Plants. Apr: 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. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.

Peace in Motion CafÈ films: 2nd Fri 7p, Irvine. Mar 13, Apr 10. Mar: “KumarÈ,” the true story of a false prophet, <facebook.com/events/350341751840564\>. Apr: TBD. Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Dr. 949.854.5500. <contact@goodhappens.org>. <goodhappens.org>, <facebook.com/PeaceinMotion>.

PFLAG EspaÒol-San Fernando Valley: 3rd Fri 7p, Panorama City. Mar 20, Apr 17. Parents/Families/Friends of Lesbians & Gays.Bienestar Centro del Valle de San Fernando, 8134 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste 200. <info@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <Pasadena@pflagSoCalEspanol.org>. <pflagLA.org>.

Center for Inquiry Dinners: 4th Fri (NOT 5th Fri) 630p dinner, 730p discussion/social. West LA. Mar 27, Apr 24. Atheists, freethinkers, secular humanists, skeptics, nonbelievers, agnostics, inquiring minds. WLA Grill, 11407 Santa Monica Blvd, West. 310.780.7363, 310.488-7431 (prefix *82 for restricted callers). <cfiwest.org>.

Hunger Action LA: Last Fri 10a-12n, LA. Mar 27, Apr 24. 961 S Mariposa Ave, LA. (Signs w/location. Enter off Normandie. Some free parking.) Please RSVP. 213.388.8228. <frank@hungeractionla.org>.

Activist Support Circle: Last Fri 630p, Santa Monica. Mar 27, Apr 24. Speakers/programs. Friends Meeting Hall, 1440 Harvard St. 310.399.1000. <activistsupportcircle@earthlink.net>, <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>. <activistsupportcircle.org>. (Dates changed in 2015-03 from Last Wed.)

Saturdays (Mar 7,14,21,28, Apr 4,11,18,25):

Tenants Rights: Sat 10a (also Wed 7p), W Hollywood. Plummer Park, Community Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. 213.252.4411, 323.656.4410. <contactces@earthlink.net>. <cesinaction.org>.

AWARE-LA: 1st Sat 1-4p, Santa Monica. Mar 7, Apr 4. Assoc of White Anti-Racists Everywhere, Santa Monica UU Church, 1246 18th St. <awarela@gmail.com>.

Kuruvungna Springs Open House, 1st Sat 10a-3p, West LA. Mar 7, Apr 4. 1439 S Barrington Ave, University HS, Kuruvungna Springs Cultural Ctr/Museum, 1 blk N of SM Blvd, 2nd drwy on west.

Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 1st Sat 2-4p, LA. Mar 7, Apr 4. LA. St Elmo Village, 4830 St Elmo Dr, LA. 3rd Sat 1-5p, Pasadena. Mar 21, Apr 18. San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Rd. 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, Irvine. Mar 14, Apr 11. Change US foreign policy & stopping US militarization (HS recruitment, undocumented worker & youth criminalization/brutality &c). Friends Meeting House, 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100. 949.653.1097. <info@ocpeace.org>. <ocpeace.org>.

Fair Chance Project/Free Legal Clinic: usually 2nd Sat 10a-330p, Inglewood. Mar 14, Apr 11. 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. 1230-230p: Meet with liberated lifers, caring people& attorneys to bring your loved ones home. Chuco’s Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Beach Blvd. 310.677.7445. <gerifacts@sbcglobal.net>. <fairchanceproject.com>.

Americans United for Separation of Church & State: 2nd Sat 130p, Irvine. Mar 14, Apr 11. Irvine Ranch Water Dist Community Room, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave. 949.733.9157. <orangecountyau@yahoo.com>. <au-oc.org>.

MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) Interviews: 2nd Sat 4-6p, Santa Monica. Mar 14, Apr 11. Mar: Political Author Dave McGowan. Apr: Noted Cartoonist/ Illustrator/ Writer Anthony Mostrom. May: David Ocker, musician & Zappa’s “musical secretary.” Jun: TBA. Jul: Novelist/ Journalist/ Biographer/ Poet/ Teacher Lawrence Grobel. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

Long Beach Art Walk: 2nd Sat 4-10p. Mar 14, Apr 11. Linden Ave, 1st St, Broadway, 4th St & Elm. 562.682.9735. <artwalklb.com>.

Pomona Art Walk: 2nd Sat 6-9p peak hours. Mar 14, Apr 11. Downtown Pomona. <socalarthub.wordpress.com/art-walk>.

Community Conversations @ SD Peace Resource Center: Last Sat 10a-12n, San Diego. Mar 28, Apr 25. Light refreshments, current issues, community building, brainstorming, questions, new possibilities, linking past to present & future. PRC (inside the Friends Center), 3850 W Westgate Pl, SD. 619.263.9301. <info@prcsd.org>. <prcsd.org>.

Move to Amend: Last Sat 1-3p, LA. Mar 28, Apr 25. Holy Grounds Coffee & Tea, 5371 Alhambra Ave. 323.255.1279. <movetoamend.org>, click on MTA Coalition, Local Affiliate List.

Sundays (Mar 1,8,15,22, 29, Apr 5,12,19,26):

Arlington West Memorial: Sun sunrise-sundown, Santa Monica. Volunteers desperately needed. Project of VFP-LA. Santa Monica Pier. 323.934.3451, 310.398.0056. <arlingtonwestsantamonica.org>.

Occupy Fights Foreclosures: Sun 2-6p, LA. Denny’s behind Union Station, across Vignes, 530 Ramirez St. 323.696.0596. <o.f.f.homedefense@gmail.com>, contact form on website. <occupyfightsforeclosures.org>.

RAC Food Program Distribution: Sun Noon-5p, LA. Revolutionary Autonomous Community. Mutual-aid project. Volunteers needed. MacArthur Park, Wilshire Blvd. & Park View. <johnaimani3@gmail.com>.

People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone,” Venice. 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.

OC Greens 1st Sun 2-3p general meeting; 3-4p county council, Irvine. Mar 1, Apr 5. Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. 949.559.7336. <ocgreens.org>.

Vegan Toastmasters: 1st/3rd Sun 3p usually, check first, West LA. Mar 1,15, Apr 5,19. West LA Animal Care Center Community Room, 11361 W. Pico Blvd. 424.BE.KIND.5 (424.254.4635). <593256.toastmastersclubs.org >.

LA CafÈ Plays: 3rd Sun 730p,9p, Santa Monica. Mar 15, Apr 19. “Fastest Theater in Town.” Conception to execution in just 10 hours. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Ave, Santa Monica Airport. $10. 310.397.3244. <ruskingrouptheatre.com>.

LA Atheists United: 4th Sun 11a-3p, Hollywood. Mar 22, Apr 26. Center for Inquiry West, 4773 Hollywood Blvd. 866.GOD.LESS/ 866.463.5377, 323.666.4258. <support@atheistsunited.org>. <atheistsunited.org>. Other locations (SLO to OC), click on Affiliated Organizations.

7 Dudley Cinema: 4th Sun 7p, Venice. Mar 22, Apr 26. Mar: Political Activists’ Films. Apr: TBD. Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.

Change-Links Distribution/Planning: Last Sun 1130a-1p, Culver City. Mar 29, Apr 26. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405). Dial “22” for entry.
Various Dates & Archived Media (contact them for more info):

A:

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 (articles &c): Progressive website. <alternet.org>.

Animal Assistance for Radicals. Project Quinn. From the Folks ar F@@ (Free Association of Anarchists). <askprojectquinn@gmail.com>, <faacollective@gmail.com>. <facebook.com/projectquinn>.

Art Walks: List of LA Regional Art Walks. <discoverlosangeles.com/blog/los-angeles-art-walks>.

B:

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>.

Black and Pink. An open family of LGBTQ prisoners and “free world” allies who support each other. San Diego chapter. <sandiego@blackandpink.org>. <facebook.com/blackandpinksandiego>, <blackandpink.org>.

C:

Common Dreams (articles &c): 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>.

D:

Democracy Now! (web/broadcast): Weekdays. <democracynow.org>.

Downtown Women: LA CAN Downtown Women’s Action Coalition. Contact LA Community Action Network for new updated schedule. 213.228.0024. <cangress.org>.

Drinking Liberally local chapters: <livingliberally.org/drinking>.

E:

Ecovillage Tours: Sun Jan 11. 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>.

F:

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 the listserve (subscribe at: <lists.riseup.net/www/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>.

G:

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:

l.a. activist (articles): 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 (LA 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>.

M:

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.

O:

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.

P:

Photos – Depression Era: (Mostly) Public Domain US FSA- OWI. <photogrammar.yale.edu>.

Progressive Talk Radio: Randi Rhodes (<randirhodesarchives.com>), archives onlyó 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>.

R:

The 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>.

The Rebel Press: Independent media network: info & stories from under-represented communities, encouragement to occupy the media yourself, growth & collaboration in press, radio, video, photography, web & other media. <therebelpress.com>.

S:

SOA Watch: Speakers, actions, international delegations. 202.234.3440. <nico@soaw.org>. <soaw.org>. Delegations may require an early registration and planning for international travel.

Suzy Williams (music): Various locations & accomplices. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.

T:

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>.

U:

Urban Farming: Farm & Conference Center. Dragonfly Hill Urban Farm, 345-Ω Douglas St., LA. 818.404.5784. <home.earthlink.net/~theweproject>.

V:

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>.

W:

Witness for Peace Delegations: Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Venezuela. 202.547.6112 . <witnessforpeace.org>, click on “travel with us.” Delegations may 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>.

Y:

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.

Bay Area: 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 maps of SoCal. <projects.latimes.com/farmers-markets>. <laweekly.com>, click on “menu,” search for “ultimate farmers market guide.”

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. 2015 English language version online at <hungeractionla.org>. (Spanish language version anticipated by 2015-04-15.)

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 Springsñ 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 Government Meetings: <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>.

Committee Opposed to Militarism and the Draft (COMD). San Diego based. 760.753.7518. <comd@comdsd.org>. <comdsd.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>.

Progressive GI Newspaper: “GI Special” Occupation News Bulletin. Thomas Barton compiled this comprehensive compilation of news about our governments immoral war without end. Back issues only: archives from 2003-2008. <williambowles.info/gispecial>.

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>.

Venues:

Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. 310.822.3006. <richard@beyondbaroque.org>. <beyondbaroque.org>.

Dannys, 23 Windward Ave., Venice. 310.450.6052. <dannysvenice.com>.
Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admirality Way, MDR. 310.821.3415. <colapublib.org>.

Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. 310.315.0056. <unurban.com>.