Nov 1 – Sat:
* Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL): 9a-12n
Brea Congregational Church, 300 E Imperial Hwy, Brea; 9:30a-12n, St. Michael/All Angels Episcopal Church, 3233 Pacific View Dr,Corona del Mar. Intl Conf call, climate change expert, plans to lobby Congress. New members welcome. North OC: 714.747.0206, <arp@chapman.edu>, Newport Beach/CDM: 949.310.5256, Newport Beach. Learn more & register: <citizensclimatelobby.org>.
* NaNoWriMo – Idea to Novel in 30 Days
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) begins November 1st. For the 16th year, hundreds of thousands of authors will race to complete a 50,000-word novel draft in a single month. Are you up for the challenge Learn more: https://nanowrimo.org/
* Really Really Free Market: 12n-6p
100 % free and non-commercial event (no bartering/advertising) and demonstration of collective spirit, abundance, recycling & sharing through the gift economy. Plaza Park, Santa Clara @ S Fir St, across from the downtown Ventura Post Office, Ventura. <venturacoop@gmail.com>.
* INTRODUCTION TO 8MM FILMMAKING & HAND-PROCESSING 1-6 PM
Introduction to 8mm/Double 8mm film mechanics. In this one-day workshop, students will learn basic camera operation, hand-processing and projection technique, with a focus on experimenting with unslit 8mm film as a medium for 16mm projection. No previous filmmaking experience necessary. All equipment and materials provided by Echo Park Film Center, 1200 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90026, (213) 484-8846. Instructors: Paolo Davanzo and Lisa Marr Class Size: 9 participants. Tuition: $75/$60 EPFC Members
* Unity of Action: 7p.
Get your measure on the ballot and get people to vote for it. With a mix of public speakers & musical entertainment. League of United Latin American Citizens. LULAC Center, 11277 Garden Grove Blvd, #101A, Garden Grove. 714.349.8913. <lulac.org>
* Bedouin X , 7:00 – 9:00 pm:
Thorne Hall, Occidental College, 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, Ca 90041. Don’t miss spirited, diverse Bedouin X, the Los Angeles band of the Levantine Cultural Center, performing live with very special guests Omar Offendum (Hip Hop), Amadou Fall (Senegalese kora), Fella Oudane (Algerian chaabi), Dr. Scott Marcus (Egyptian traditional) & the Qabila folkdance company.
See details under Repeating Events:
Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood.
AWARE-LA: 1st Sat 1-4p. Assoc of White Anti-Racists Everywhere. Santa Monica.
Kuruvungna Springs Open House, 1st Sat 10a-3p. West LA.
Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 1st Sat 2-4p. LA.
Nov 2 – Sun:
* Dia de los Muertos Celebration: 5-11p. Sponsored by Self Help Graphics & Art.
You may dress in your best Katrin, Katrina, or Calaca attire! Traditional ceremonial blessing, food and craft vendors, face painting, children’s workshops. Felicitas & Gonzalo Mendez HS, 1200 Plaza del Sol, Boyle Heights (across from Self Help). 323.881.6444. <info@selfhelpgraphics.com>. <selfhelpgraphics.com>.
* Screening of When Will The Punishment End: 6-8p.
Documentary about formerly incarcerated women and the issues they face upon returning to society. Raffle of Unprecedented documentary DVD. Conscious Cinema. $5 donation. Hellada Art Center, 117 Linden Ave, Long Beach. 562.435.5232.
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 3 – Mon:
See details under Repeating Events:
Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood.
Nov 4 – Tue:
* Election Day: 7a-8p.
Contact your County Recorder for locations & other questions.
* Books- Latino Activism: 12:30-1:30p.
Prof. Carlos Ugalde presents a volume documenting press coverage of Latin American community activism to the library’s reference section for Latin American Studies & ALAS. With Luis Torres, journalist, activist, intellectual. Participation by the community shows that Latin Americans are an active part of the college community rather than artifacts represented by academic classes. Presentation/reception & refreshments. Glendale Community College, Student Center Rm 212, 1500 N Verdugo Rd, Glendale. 626.576.7068.
* Public Forum on Iraq, Syria and Middle East Diasporas 7:30 – 9:00 pm,
donation $10, $6 members/students/seniors RSVPs 323.413.2001 or email rsvp@levantinecenter.org Seating is limited, reservations are recommended. Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90035
See details under Repeating Events: Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City. Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice. McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: *** Nov 4 meeting moved to Wed Nov 5.*** Military Families Speak Out: 1st Tue 7p. Orange County.
Nov 5 – Wed:
* McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: 6-8p.
NOT Tue Nov 4 (elections). Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admirality way, MDR. <laughtears.com>.
See details under Repeating Events: Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood. DFA-OC: usually 1st Wed 6:30p social, 715-9p meeting. Costa Mesa. Healthcare For All- SFV: 1st Wed 7p. Van Nuys.
* PLOT FOR PEACE which tells the story of a French commodities dealer who used his relationships with heads of state in Africa to negotiate the end of apartheid. The film is opening at the Sundance Cinemas on Sunset Blvd. in LA on Nov 5 (Wed).
We would love to show you the film with the hope that you can post an item about it this week. We are happy to donate for a listing if necessary. We have a vimeo link to the film if you would like to take a look at it. You will also find information about PLOT FOR PEACE here: http://www.plotforpeace.com and on facebook. Please let me know if you think you can do something to help spread the word about the film. The filmmaker will be in person on Wed at the theatre. We are also happy to provide you with some tickets for a giveaway! Thank you for your consideration. Margot Gerber, Vitagraph Films
Nov 6 – Thu:
* Community Supports Huntington RNs: 11a.
Huntington Memorial Hospital at 100 W California Blvd. Pasadena, 91105
Contact: Jennie Hang Lu, JLu@CalNurses.Org or Jennifer Suh, JSuh@nnoc.net
* LA Beyond Coal Tells LA-DWP How It’s Done: 6-8p.
LADWP is planning how to deliver water & power to LA for the next 20 years, and they want YOUR input! Join Beyond Coal for one of LADWP’s Community Workshops. Wilmington Senior Citizen Center, 1371 Eubank Ave, Wilmington. 213.387.6528.x213. <labeyondcoal.org>, <facebook.com/events/703476079721154>.
* Film: (Astro) Turf Wars: How Corporate America is Faking a Grassroots Revolution: 7p.
Peace & Justice Films (usually 1st Thu). Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave (NE corner @ Wardman St), Whittier. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
* Books- Gaza and the Arab Jewish Divide in Israel: 7-9p.
The chasm between Israel’s Euro-American Jewish population and Jews from the Arab/Muslim world is often in direct relationship to how Israel treats the Palestinians. Talk by author Prof. Smadar Lavie followed by booksigning (Wrapped in the Flag of israel) & reception. Suggested donation $10; book purchase $25. Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W Pico Blvd, LA. 310.657.5511. <info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>.
See details under Repeating Events: Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake. Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p. North Hills. Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 7:30p. Glendale. Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 7:30p. LA.
Nov 7 – Fri:
* Climate Crisis Solutions conference: Nov 7-9.
Richard Heinberg & others. Curtailment & Community. $230. Yellow Springs, OH. 937.767.2161, 866.767.2161. <info@communitysolution.org>. <communitysolution.org>.
* Gerald Horne Book-Signing, 7p
(RACE TO REVOLUTION: The U.S. and Cuba During Slavery and Jim Crow)
Eso Won Books, 4327 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008 (323) 290-1048
* Books- Calendar of Revolt & Venceremos: 6-10p. Booksigning.
Gabriel San Rom·n’s daily calendar focused on workers, radicals, women, people of color& LGBT community struggles thru history. Also, his first book entitled Venceremos: VÌctor Jara and the New Chilean Song Movement. Bookmachine, 223 W Santa Fe Ave, Fullerton.
* Screening We’re Not Broke: 7:30p sharp, doors open 7p.
Topanga Peace Alliance film night (usually 1st Fri). PLS bring veg*n pot luck snack or non-alcoholic drink to share. Parking under the library. Topanga Library, 122 N Topanga Cyn Blvd, Topanga. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
See details under Repeating Events: Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 4:30-5:30p. Topanga. Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Nov 8 – Sat:
* Friends of Coyote Hills Walkathon: 9:30a-1p.
Come out and walk in support of conserving West Coyote Hills in Fullerton! $25. Register online or at event. Laguna Lake Park Equestrian Center, 2900 Lakeview Way, Fullerton. Contact form on website or email <information@coyotehills.org>. <coyotehillswalkathon.org>.
* Humanitarian Impact of Nuclear Weapons for Physicians: 10a-1p.
Special training session for health professionals to grow efforts for nuclear disarmament. Moseley-Salvatori Conference Center, 637 Lucas, LA. 213.689.9170. <psr-la.org>.
* Community Town Hall on LAPD’s drone program , 3-5pm
CARECEN: 2845 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005. Sponsored by Stop LAPD Spying Coalition stoplapdspying@gmail.com
* Southern California’s Largest American Indian Arts Market!
More than 180 Native American artists. Featuring contemporary and traditional American Indian arts, more than 25,000 sq ft of exhibition space, artist demonstrations, music, dance, and food. Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, LA in Griffith Park. INFO: 323-667-2000, http://www.theautry.org
* LUNAFEST short films: 1:30p. By/for/about women.
Travelling national festival. For benefit of US Natl Committee for UN Women (USNC). RSVP; check to CeCe Sloan, PO Box 2375, Laguna Hills 92654. $15. Clubhouse3 Auditorium, 23822 Avenida Sevilla, Laguna Woods. 949.683.1278.<cecesloo@gmail.com>.
* Science, Politics, and Religion: Do They Care about Climate Risk: 2p.
Americans United for Separation of Church & State (2nd Sat). Irvine Ranch Water District Community Room, 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, Irv. <au-oc.org/upcoming-events/2014-11-08>.
* Interview of Writer Sean Wright: 4-6p.
MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon, 2nd Sat ). Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
* CAIR-LA Annual Banquet: 5:30p.
Council on American-Islamic Relations, promoting justice & rights for Muslims. Hilton, 777 W Convention Way, Anaheim. 714.776.1847. <info@losangeles.cair.com>. <ca.cair.com/losangeles>.
* Gerald Horne: Black/Brown Unity: African Americans and the Mexican Revolution, 12-3pm,
Holman U. Meth Church, 3320 W. Adams. CLUE LA Black-Brown Clergy Coalition, Sojourner Truth, East Side Cafe. <mpkpfk@gmail.com> or kpfk.org for more information.
* Bob Levy concert with other singers and trio, hors d’oeuvres 7p, show 8
Songs from Howlett Smith, George & Ira Gershwin, Harold Arlen to Johnny Mercer. World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008, (323) 293-2451. For more info: boblevy44@yahoo.com, 310 – 836 – 0257
* CARLA KAPLAN BOOKSIGNING 5:00 pm
(MISS ANNE IN HARLEM: The White Women of the Black Renaissance)
Eso Won Books, 4327 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008, (323) 290-1048
See details under Repeating Events: 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. Long Beach Art Walk: 2nd Sat 4-10p. Long Beach. Pomona Art Walk: 2nd Sat 6-9p peak hours. Downtown Pomona.
Nov 9 – Sun:
* Eco-Village Tour: 10:30a-1p. LA. See Various Dates for details.
* Palestine Picnic: 11a.
Arabic food, music, dabke, adult & children games w/prizes, free face painting, kid’s Annual Batata Sack Race. Food: $12/plate. Benefits Gaza Community Mental Health Program. El Dorado Park, 7550 E Spring St, Long Beach. <facebook.com/events/1455432691371867>.
* Southern California’s Largest American Indian Arts Market!
More than 180 Native American artists. Featuring the finest in contemporary
and traditional American Indian arts, the festival includes more than 25,000 sq ft of exhibition space, artist demonstrations, music, dance, and food. The Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, LA in Griffith Park near Zoo. COST: To be announced. INFO: 323-667-2000, http://www.theautry.org
* The Future of Food: Democracy or Dictatorship 2:00PM
HAMMER PANEL Co-presented with AXE and Friends of Navdanya
The internationally renowned food activist Vandana Shiva discusses the movement for food democracy with environmentalist Derrick Jensen and the ecologist and GMO expert Ignacio Chapela. Tickets for assigned seating in the Billy Wilder Theater are required and available at the Box Office one hour before each program. Early arrival is recommended. Tickets are available one per person on a first come, first served basis. Armand Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024, (310) 443-7000
* Koritha Mitchell Book-Signing, 3:00pm
LIVING WITH LYNCHING: African American Lynching Plays, Performance, and Citizenship, 1890-1930, Eso Won Books, 4327 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008, (323) 290-1048
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 10 – Mon:
Holly Mosher interview & film: 6-10p. DOCUMENTAL (2nd Mon). Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.
See details under Repeating Events: Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood. Occupy Venice: 2nd Mon 8p. Venice.
Nov 11 – Tue:
* USA DONUTS & CROISSANTS HONOR VETS
US Veterans are invited to the “Veterans Day Morning Specials” at 10958 E. Firestone in the city of Norwalk starting at 5 am.
Owner Tommy A. Lou 2 sons served in the army and one daughter is currently in the Marines. Call (562) 929-1189 for details.
* ROB MACON’S TV SPECIAL HONORS VETS –
Veteran’s Day TV Special will honor US Vets on “The Rob Macon Show.” Go To https://www.padnet.tv/ (Video On Demand). Working Together to End World Hunger: 10:30a-1p. Women For-OC. $25 to Stop Hunger Now, PO Box 5402, Irvine, CA 92616. Venue: Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian Way, Irv. (Not an endorsement by the Water District.) 949.951.8140. <womenforoc@aol.com>. <womenfororangecounty.org>.
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 12 – Wed:
* Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: 2nd Wed 7:30-9p
For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
* Books- Peter, Paul and Mary: Fifty Years of a Music Life: 7:30p.
Peter Yarrow & Noel Paul Stookey discuss their book. Skylight Books, 1818 N Vermont Ave, LA. 323.660.1175. <events(at)skylightbooks(dot)com>. <skylightbooks.com>.
See details under Repeating Events: Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood. UN Women 2nd Wed 645-9p. W Hollywood. Singer Suzy Williams: 2nd Wed 7-10p. Venice.
Nov 13 – Thu:
* H. Zinn’s Voices of a People’s History 10th Anniversary Show 7:30p
Japanese American Cultural and Community Center 244 S San Pedro, LA 90012
Includes actors Kerry Washington, Marisa Tomei, Josh Brolin, Frances McDormand, Jesse Williams, Michael Ealy, Benjamin Bratt, Adepero Oduye, Q’orianka Kilcher, Christina Kirk, Alicia Witt, and Hong Chau, musicians Tom Morello and Joe Henry, and other special guests. <peopleshistory.us/voices-tenth-los-angeles>.
* Champions Against Hunger and Poverty awards dinner, 6-9:00pm, $75.
Celebrates the innovative efforts of LA County residents to address pervasive problems impacting the economically vulnerable and food insecure. Awardees for 2014 include Randy MuÒoz of Latino Diabetes Association, Revolutionary Autonomous Communities, and long-time HALA Volunteer George Worthy. Kavar Banquet Hall, 4777 Santa Monica Blvd, LA 90029 (between N Berendo St and N New Hampshire Ave). For information please visit http://www.hungeractionla.org/tickets , or call (213) 388-8228. <frank@hungeractionla.org>. <hungeractionla.org>.
* David Rovics Live in Concert: 7-915p.
KNSJ community radio fundraiser. Former location of Ant Hill Collective, 335 – 27th St, San Diego. 619.871.9354. <info@activistsandiego.org>. <activistsandiego.org/node/4630>.
* Screening of Pay 2 Play: Democracy’s High Stakes: 7p.
Conscientious Projector Films (2nd Thu). Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena. 310.782.4738, 626.792.4941 (phones may not be current). <conscientiousprojector.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/group.phpgid=53883487201>.
See details under Repeating Events: Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake. Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p. 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.
Nov 14 – Fri:
* Talk- Art & Politics: Past, Present, Future: 6-8p.
CSUF Left Bank Club’s World Workshops, people who share a love for wilderness, music & progressive thought. Event free; parking free after 5p. CSU Fullerton, Humanities Bldg, Room 123, 800 N State College, Fullerton. <facebook.com/leftbankoforangecounty>, <meetup.com/the-left-bank-of-orange-county>.
See details under Repeating Events: Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 4:30-5:30p. Topanga. Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Nov 15 – Sat:
* Healthcare @ the DooDah Parade: 10a. March for Single Payer Healthcare!
Needs marchers, planners, money (costumes/parade fees) to make it happen. LA Healthcare Coalition. $10/participant parade fee (ask about scholarships). Vinedo & Colorado Blvd, Pasadena. <info@hca-sfv.org>. Contact: georgiabrewer@gmail.com, or jenniferleavens@gmail.com
* KPFK Local Station Board monthly meeting and General Manager’s report, 1-4pm
Peace Center, 3916 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City CA 90230, between Venice Blvd. & Washington Place, adj. to I-405. Parking in rear, dial 22 at door for entry.
* Digital Editing: Intro to Final Cut Pro 7, 1-5pm
This one-day class opens the door to the power and majesty of a beloved digital editing program. All equipment and materials provided by Echo Park Film Center. 1200 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (213) 484-8846 Ages: 20+ Class Size: 6 Students Instructor: Will O’Loughlen Tuition: $60/$50 EPFC Members
* Cajun Fais Do Do at Urban Homestead, 6-9pm, donation $18
631 Cypress Ave, Pasadena CA 91103, Joe Sands Cajun Creole Band.
Advance registration is required or or pay-at-the-door rsvp (call / text 626.765.5704 / email info@urbanhomestead.org Free Light Refreshments. Also dinner & dessert options will be available.
See details under Repeating Events: Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood. Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 3rd Sat 1-5p.
Nov 16 – Sun:
* HP Boycott Campaign planning meeting, 2-4p.
Location (in south LA) to be announced. For more info: hpboycott@gmail.com <www.hpboycott.com>. Planning consumer boycott actions on Black Friday because of Hewlett-Packard complicity in human rights violations in Palestine, the US prison & immigration systems, and elsewhere.
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 17 – Mon:
See details under Repeating Events:
Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood.
Topanga Peace Alliance General Meeting: Usually 3rd Mon. Topanga.
Nov 18 – Tue:
* National “Equity Atlas” webinar on an on-line tool to demonstrate positive impact of moving towards social and economic equity and justice.
With Angela Glover Blackwell, Manuel Pastor, and the Equity Atlas team for a national launch event on Tuesday, November 18th at 3 p.m. Eastern, 12 p.m. Pacific. httpss://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2974869808314665473
* Books: Local Food: 4p. Balancing on a Planet-
Can Local Food Improve Health, Increase Equity, and Slow Global Warming. Talk by author David A. Cleveland & reception w/local foods & copies of his book Balancing on a Planet. Free. UC Santa Barbara Library Special Collections, Goleta. Library: 805.893.3062. <special@library.ucsb.edu>. <library.ucsb.edu/calendar>.
See details under Repeating Events: Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Culver City. Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Venice. Rising Start Toastmasters: 3rd Tue 6p. Burbank.
Nov 19 – Wed:
* Screening Huicholes: The Last Peyote Guardians: 6-10p, doors open 5:30p, box office 5p.
The defense of Wirikuta, sacred territory to the Huichol people, against the threat of mining exploitation. Panel/dialogue w/filmmaker & spiritual leaders. Also, outdoor tianguis/marketplace, w/local community orgs & indigenous artists. $7.50 donation benefits Huichol community projects/film costs. Advance tickets: 714.992.7150. Film info: <huicholesfilm.com>. Campus Theater, Fullerton College Building 1:300, 321 E Chapman Ave, Fullerton. Event info: 714.992.7504. <agonzalez@fullcoll.edu>.
* China: Fragile Superpower, 7:30PM
HAMMER FORUM, Scholars from the 21st Century China Program at UC San Diego’s School of International Relations and Pacific Studies examine China’s domestic challenges. Susan Shirk is a former deputy assistant secretary of state in the Bureau of East Asia and Pacific Affairs for the Clinton administration. Her latest book is Changing Media, Changing China. Tai Ming Cheung is an analyst of Chinese defense and national security. His latest book is Fortifying China: The Struggle to Build a Modern Defense Economy. Barry Naughton is an authority on the Chinese economy, with an emphasis on issues relating to industry, trade, finance, and China’s transition to a market economy. His most recent book is The Chinese Economy: Transitions and Growth. 10899 Wilshire Blvd. at Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 443-7000
See details under Repeating Events: Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. W. Hollywood. Meditations On Media (MOM): 3rd Wed 7-10p. Venice.
Nov 20 – Thu:
* Voices for Justice Annual Breakfast:
7a Coffee/Registration, 7:30-9:30a Breakfast/Program/Awards. Who Will Speak If We Don’t. Celebrating & honoring individuals & groups. ICJW (International Council of Jewish Women). San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr, SD. 619.573.4227. <voices4justice@icwj.org>.
* Screening Huicholes: The Last Peyote Guardians: 6-10p; doors open 5:30p.
See film/event description Nov 19. Limited space; no advance tickets. $5-10 donation benefits Huichol community projects/film costs; no one turned away, $2 parking. Pasadena City College, Harbeson Hall, Pas. 626.585.3240. <stvillanueva@pasadena.edu>.
* Transgender Day of Remembrance: 6:30p.
Transgender community & supporters gather to meet & read names of those murdered during the previous year worldwide. Community & City official speakers and entertainment. Outdoor reception. Free. W Hollywood Library Autocourt, 625 N San Vicente Blvd, W. Hollywood.
See details under Repeating Events: Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake. Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p. North Hills. Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 7:30p. Glendale. Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 7:30p. LA. SFV Atheists United: usually 3rd Thu 645p dinner/social; 715p discussion. North Hills. Peace & Freedom Party: 3rd Thu 7p. LA. Peace & Justice Teach-In: 3rd Thu 7p. Whittier. Fightin Words: 3rd Thu 8-11p. Inglewood.
Nov 21 – Fri:
* Screening Huicholes: The Last Peyote Guardians: 6:30p.
See film/event description Nov 19. LA community premier. Sponsors: Mujeres de Maiz, KPFK. Limited space; no advance tickets. $5-20 donation benefits Huichol community projects/film costs. Legacy LA, 1350 San Pablo St, LA. <info@mujeresdemaiz.com>. <mujeresdemaiz.com>.
* Annual School of the Americas/Assassins Vigil & civil disobedience: Nov 21-23.
SOA, aka. Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, WHINSEC. Ft Benning, GA. Close the school of the assassins & torturers; remember the martyrs and denounce the continuing violence.Workshops, plenary & concert. 202.234.3440. <info[at]soaw[dot]org>. <soaw.org>.Nov 21-23 SOA Watch demo and CD – 25th anniversary of the University of Central America massacre.
See details under Repeating Events:
Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 4:30-5:30p. Topanga. Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. CM.
Nov 22 – Sat:
* Delegation: Cuba- In the Shadow of the Eagle- An Exploration of Life in Cuba:
Nov 22-30. 508.929.8585. <aguevara@worcester.edu>. <witnessforpeace.org>.
* EDWARD LEWIS- THE MAN FROM ESSENCE: Creating A Magazine For Black Women 3:00p
Eso Won Books, 4327 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008, (323) 290-1048
* Eco-Village Tour: 10:30a-1p. LA. See Various Dates for details.
* Peace CafÈ: 6-10p. Share music, poems, art & fellowship.
Donations support Summer Peace Camp. Free. First Friends Church, Fellowship Hall, 13205 Philadelphia St, Whittier. 562.665.5088, 562.693.9605. <jonitabd@gmail.com>, <hollywillow6@aol.com>.
See details under Repeating Events:
Tenants Rights: 10a. W Hollywood.
Nov 23 – Sun:
* Screening of The Eleventh Hour: 6:30-8:30p. OC for Climate Action. Free.
Irvine Ranch Water District Community Meeting Room, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave, Irv. (No endorsement by the Weater District.) <info@occclimateaction.org>. <occlimateaction.org>.
* Classic comedy films: 7p. Dudley Cinema (4th Sun). Free.
Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 24 – Mon:
See details under Repeating Events:
Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Inglewood.
Nov 25 – Tue:
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Nov 26 – Wed:
* Activist Support Circle: 6:30
Special 20th Anniversary life remembrance of the other Jerry Rubin (1960s era anti-war activist, d.1994-11-28). Fellow peace activists & friends of Rubin share personal remembrances and compare the peace movements of the 1960s & today. Friends Meeting Hall, 1440 Harvard St, Santa Monica. 310.399.1000. <activistsupportcircle@earthlink.net>, <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>. <activistsupportcircle.org>.
See details under Repeating Events:
Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. West Hollywood. Senior Patriots for Peace Vigil: Last Wed 5-6:30p. Seal Beach.
Nov 27 – Thu:
* Mark the mythological holiday of “Thanksgiving”
by recommitting to solidarity with indigenous people!
See details under Repeating Events: Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Silverlake. Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p. North Hills. Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (Thu) 7:30p. Glendale.
Nov 28 – Fri:
* Black Friday – Buy Nothing Day!
Support Walmart Workers Actions,
Boycott HP informational pickets
For more information, see:
httpss://www.facebook.com/walmartblackfridaystrike
http://www.hpboycott.org
See details under Repeating Events: 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) 6:30p dinner, 7:30p discussion & social. Santa Monica. Hunger Action LA: Last Fri 10a-12n. LA.
Nov 29 – Sat:
See details under Repeating Events:
Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. W. Hollywood. Move to Amend: Last Sat 1-3p. LA.
Nov 30 – Sun:
* Eco-Village Tour: 10:30a-1p. LA. See Various Dates for details.
* Change-Links Distribution/Planning: 11:30a-1:00p
For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
See details under Repeating Events: 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.
Upcoming Events
Dec 3 – Wed:
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.
Dec 4 – Thu:
Film: 20 Feet from Stardom: Meet the Unsung Heroes Behind the Greatest Music of Our Time: 7p. Peace & Justice Films (Usually 1st Thu). Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave (NE corner @ Wardman St), Whittier. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
Dec 6 – Sat:
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>.
East-West Awards recognize sustained efforts in the US to bridge political & religious divides between Americans & the Middle East/North Africa. Cultural diplomacy, relationship-building, interfaith alliances & peace activism. Hosted by the Levantine Cultural Center. Beverly Hill’s Women’s Club, 1700 Chevy Chase Dr, Beverly Hills. 310.657.5511.
<info@levantinecenter.org>. <levantinecenter.org>, <levantinecenter.org/2014-east-west-awards>.
Dec 8 – Mon:
Delegation: Cuba- The Fabric of Cuban Society: Dec 8-18. 559.855.4511. <lenivreeves@gmail.com>, <wfpcuba@gmail.com>. <witnessforpeace.org>.
PXL THIS 24 annual toy video film festival: 6-10p. DOCUMENTAL (2nd Mon). Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.
Dec 10 – Wed:
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: 2nd Wed 7:30-9p (Nov 12, Dec 10). For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Dec 13 – Sat:
Interview of Writer Sean Wright: 4-6p. MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon, 2nd Sat). Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Interview of political researcher Therese Dietlin: 4-6p, MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon 2nd Sat), Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <laughtears.com>.
Dec 14 – Sun:
Extended submission deadline for Mujeres de MaÌz ZINE 2015. Theme: Madre, Mother. Info & submission form: <mujeresdemaiz.com>, click on publications.
Dec 20 – Sat:
Jazz Funk Fest: 7-10p. Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. <laughtears.com>.
Dec 28 – Sun:
Experimental Films: 7p. By Julian Semilian and 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-1:00p (Nov 30, Dec 28). For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Repeating Events:
It’s best to 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:
Nov 1/2: All Souls/Saints Day/ Dia de los Muertos,
Nov 1: World Vegan Day, Nov 2: DST ends, Nov 3: Ashura (Shi’a Muslims),
Nov 4: Elections, Nov 5: Guy Fawkes Night, Nov 9: Berlin Wall Removed (25 years),
Nov 9/10: Kristallnacht, Nov 11: Veteran’s Day,
Nov 17: World Peace Day, Nov 20: Transgender Remembrance/Great American Smokeout/World Childrens Day,
Nov 27(-30): (No) Thanksgiving Day (Weekend)
Nov 28: Black Friday/Buy Nothing Day/Fur Free Friday,
Nov 30: Advent begins,
Dec 1: Rosa Parks Day (CA)/World AIDS Awareness,
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).
Mondays (Nov 3,10,17,24, Dec 1,8,15,22,29):
Fair Chance Project Food Distribution: Mon 10a-Noon. Free w/fresh vegetables, cereals, chips, healthy drinks &c. Also free legal advice. Movement led by liberated lifers. Chucho’s Justice Center, 1137 E Redondo Blvd, Inglewood. 323.235.4243. <kruti222 (at) yahoo (dot) 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 (Nov 10, Dec 8). Free. Unurban Cafe, 3301 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica. 310.306.7330. <laughtears.com>.
Topanga Peace Alliance General Meeting: Usually 3rd Mon (Nov 17, Dec 15). Confirm date & location. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
Tuesdays (Nov 4,11,18,25, Dec 2,9,16,23,30):
Acting Workshop for Vets: Tue 7-10p. Heal, grow & learn via drama therapy. Donation. Optional RSVP online. Veterans Project. Also community theater & other workshops. 3916 Sepulveda, Culver City. 310.842.8794. <roy@theveteransproject.org>. <theveteransproject.org>.
Nonfiction Writing Workshop: Tue 8p. Creative non-fiction, memoir, prose. Also writing, media, performance workshops. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <beyondbaroque@aol.com>. <beyondbaroque.org>.
McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club: 1st Tue 6-8p (Nov 4 meeting (elections) moved to Wed Nov 5; Tue Dec 2). Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admirality Way, MDR. <laughtears.com>. Military Families Speak Out: 1st Tue 7p (Nov 4, Dec 2).
MFSO Orange County Chapter. Contact them for location, etc. 562.833.8035. <mfsooc@earthlink.net>. <mfso.org>. Revolution Books bookstore volunteers meeting: 2nd/4th Tue 7p (Nov 11,25, Dec 9,23). YOUR effort, ideas & input are critical. Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd at Wilton, LA. 323.463.3500.
Rising Start Toastmasters: 3rd Tue 6p (Nov 18, Dec 16). Become a better speaker! 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 5:30-7p (Nov 25, Dec 23). Plaza Square Park, Traffic Circle @ Glassell & Chapman, Orange.
Wednesdays (Nov 5,12,19,26, Dec 3,10,17,24,31):
Tenants Rights: Wed 7p. Also, Sat 10a. Coalition for Economic Survival, Working for economic & social justice since 1973. 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 6:30p social, 715-9p meeting (Nov 5, Dec 3): Democracy for America. Nov: TBD. Dec: TBD. Karl Strauss Brewery, Metropointe Shopping Center, 901 South Coast Dr, Costa Mesa. <dfaoc.comm@gmail.com> . <meetup.com/dfa-oc>; updates also at <ocprogressiveevents.info>. Healthcare For All- SFV: 1st Wed 7p (Nov 5, Dec 3): San Fernando Valley chapter. Single payer Medicare for All. Bernardi Community Center, 6514 Sylmar Ave at Hamlin, Van Nuys. 818.766.7318. <info@hca-sfv.org>. <healthcareforall.org> (click on “local chapters” then on “san fernando valley”), <facebook.com/hcasfv>.
UN Women 2nd Wed 645-9p (Nov 12, Dec 10). LA Chapter. Promoting the status of women worldwide. National 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 (Nov 12, Dec 10). Free. Dannys, 23 Windward Ave, Venice. 310.450.6052. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Check-in/Production Planning: 2nd Wed 7:30-9p (Nov 12, Dec 10). For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice Bl. & Washington Pl., adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Meditations On Media (MOM): 3rd Wed 7-10p (Nov 19, Dec 17). Gerry Fialka’s stimulating soiree stirs up discussion to reveal the hidden effects of what humans have invented. Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
Senior Patriots for Peace Vigil: Last Wed 5-6:30p (Nov 26, Dec 31). Signs/banners provided. Leisure World, large world globe, Seal Beach Blvd & Golden Rain Rd (between I-405 & Westminster), Seal Beach. 562.430.7509, 562.430.1047.
Activist Support Circle: Last Wed 6:30p (Nov 26, Dec 31). Speakers/programs. Nov: Special 20th Anniversary life remembrance of the other Jerry Rubin (1960s era anti-war activist, d.1994-11-28). Fellow peace activists & friends of Rubin share personal remembrances and compare the peace movements of the 1960s & today. Dec: TBD. Friends Meeting Hall, 1440 Harvard St, Santa Monica. 310.399.1000. <activistsupportcircle@earthlink.net>, <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>. <activistsupportcircle.org>.
Thursdays (Nov 6,13,20,27, Dec 4,11,18,25):
Clutter 12-Step: Thu 10-11:30a. Clutterers Anonymous (CLA). Face-to-face, phone meetings, other locations. CafÈ Tropical , 2900 Sunset Blvd. Silverlake. 866.402.6685, 310.281.6064, 323.281.2243. <clutterersanonymous.net>.
Onionaires chorale rehearsal: Thu 715p. Sepulveda Unitarian Universalist Society (aka The Onion), 9550 Haskell Ave, North Hills. 818.894.9251.
Sociedad de Escritores y Poetas Latinoamericanos: Jueves (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 (Nov 6, Dec 4). Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave (NE corner @ Wardman St), Whittier. 562.587.6270, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
Bob Avakian Live: 1st /3rd Thu 7:30p (Nov 6,20, Dec 4,18). Revolution Books, 5726 Hollywood Blvd, LA. 323-463-3500. <revcom.us/revbooks>.
Downtown Art Walk: 2nd Thu 6-9p approx. peak hours (Nov 13, Dec 11). Focused on Spring & Main Sts, between 2nd & 9th Sts, Downtown LA. 213.624.6212. <downtownartwalk.org>.
Healthcare for All- LA: 2nd Thu 7-9p (Nov 13, Dec 11). Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City. Single payer Medicare for All. All welcome. Light refreshments. FREE. Parking & entrance at bldg rear (dial 22 to enter). 310.459.9763. <healthcareforall.org>. <healthcareforall.la@gmail.org>.
Conscientious Projector Films: 2nd Thu 7p (Nov 13, Dec 11). Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena. 310.782.4738, 626.792.4941 (phones may not be current). <conscientiousprojector.wordpress.com>, <facebook.com/group.phpgid=53883487201>.
SFV Atheists United: usually 3rd Thu 645p dinner/social; 715p discussion (Nov 20, Dec 18). Kountry Folks Restaurant, 8501 Sepulveda Blvd, North Hills, 818.988.2806 (after 5p), <atheistsunited.org>.
Peace & Freedom Party: 3rd Thu 7p (Nov 20, Dec 18). Open to all Party registrants. 2617 S Hauser Blvd, LA. 323.960.5036. <pfplosangeles@peaceandfreedom.org>. <peaceandfreedom.org>. Also other locals (click on contact, local organizations): Kern, OC, Riverside, San Bern., SD, SLO, Ventura County & Venice (LA) chapters.
Peace & Justice Teach-In: 3rd Thu 7p (Nov 20, Dec 18). Roundtable discussion of current topics & a film TBD. St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave (NE corner @ Wardman St), Whittier. 562..692.2621, 562.233.8579. <whittierpeace.org>.
Fightin Words: 3rd Thu 8-11p (Nov 20, Dec 18). Open Mic to Stop Police Brutality. Hosted by Oct. 22 Coalition. Call to be sure it’s happening. Chuco’s Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Blvd, Inglewood. 323.235.4243, 323.446.7459. <youth4justice.org>.
Fridays (Nov 7,14,21,28, Dec 5,12,19,26):
Topanga Peace Vigil: Fri 4:30-5:30p. Optional social follows vigil. Pine Tree Center, 120 S Topanga Cyn Blvd, Topanga. Contact via form on website.
Costa Mesa Peace Vigil Fri 5-7p. Protesting all colonial occupation. Across from South Coast Plaza, Bristol & Anton, Costa Mesa. <quetzalcoatl38@aol.com>. 714.956.5037.
Topanga Peace Alliance film night: Usually 1st Fri 7:30p sharp (Nov 7, Dec 5) (doors open 7p). Nov: We’re Not Broke. Dec: TBD. PLS bring veg*n pot luck snack or non-alcoholic drink to share. Parking under the library. Topanga Library, 122 N Topanga Cyn Blvd, Topanga. 310.795.1373. <debbieinla@outlook.com>. <topangapeacealliance.org>.
Center for Inquiry Dinners: 4th Fri (NOT 5th Fri) 6:30p dinner, 7:30p discussion & social (Nov 28, Dec 26). For atheists, freethinkers, secular humanists, skeptics, nonbelievers, agnostics, inquiring minds. WLA Grill (formerly Dolores), 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 (Nov 28, Dec 26). Hunger Action LA, 961 S Mariposa Ave, LA. (Look for signs w/room location. Enter from Normandie between Olympic & San Marino. Some free parking.) Please RSVP. 213.388.8228. <frank@hungeractionla.org>.
Saturdays (Nov 1,8,15,22,29, Dec 6,13,20,27):
Tenants Rights: Sat 10a. Also Wed 7p. The Coalition for Economic Survival, with 27 years in working for tenants rights & other issues. 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 (Nov 1, Dec 6). Assoc of White Anti-Racists Everywhere, Santa Monica UU Church, 1246 18th St, Santa Monica. <awarela@gmail.com>.
Kuruvungna Springs Open House, 1st Sat 10a-3p (Nov 1, Dec 6). 1439 S Barrington Ave, University HS campus, Kuruvungna Springs Cultural Center/Museum, 1 blk N of Santa Monica Blvd, 2nd driveway on west side, West LA.
Intl. Black Writers & Artists: 1st Sat 2-4p (Nov 1, Dec 6), St Elmo Village, 4830 St Elmo Dr, LA. 3rd Sat 1-5p (Nov 15, Dec 20), San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Rd, Pasadena. Authors, publishers, artists, community members. 323.964.3721. <randy44ross@sbcglobal.net>, <shopliftr@hotmail.com>. <facebook.com/pages/IBWALA/196883846554>.
OC Peace Coalition: 2nd Sat 10a-Noon (Nov 8, Dec 13). Educating, organizing, changing US foreign policy promoting illegal invasion & occupations & stopping US militarization (HS recruitment, brutality towards undocumented workers, criminalization of youth &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 (Nov 8, Dec 13). 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: Fair Chance Project, meet with liberated lifers, people who care & attorneys to develop the ways and means 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 (Nov 8, Dec 13). Irvine Ranch Water District, 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 (Nov 8, Dec 13). Nov: Writer Sean Wright. 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 (Nov 8, Dec 13). Around Linden Ave, 1st St, Broadway, 4th St & Elm. 562.682.9735. <artwalklb.com>. Pomona Art Walk: 2nd Sat 6-9p peak hours (Nov 8, Dec 13). Downtown Pomona. <socalarthub.wordpress.com/art-walk>. Move to Amend: Last Sat 1-3p (Nov 29, Dec 27). Holy Grounds Coffee & Tea, 5371 Alhambra Ave, LA. 323.255.1279. <movetoamend.org>, click on MTA Coalition, Local Affiliate List.
Sundays (Nov 2,9,16,23,30, Dec 7,14,21,28):
Arlington West Memorial: Sun sunrise-sundown. Volunteers desperately needed to keep the memorial going. Project of LA VFP. 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 Communities’ mutual-aid project in its home neighborhoods. Volunteers needed. MacArthur Park, SE corner Wilshire Blvd. & Park View, LA. <johnaimani3@gmail.com>.
People’s Potluck: Sun 8p “until the food is gone.” Bring healthy food/beverages ready to serve for 20-30 folks. Leftover food may be shared with the community. Food is a human right and you can’t Fight the Power too well on an empty stomach… 3rd & Rose, Venice.
OC Greens 1st Sun 2-3p general meeting; 3-4p county council (Nov 2, 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 (Nov 2,16, Dec 7,21). West LA Animal Care Center Community Room, 11361 W. Pico Blvd, West LA. 424.BE.KIND.5 (424.254.4635). <593256.toastmastersclubs.org >.
LA CafÈ Plays: 3rd Sun 7:30p,9p (Nov 16, Dec 21). “Fastest Theater in Town.” From conception to execution in just 10-1/2 hours. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Ave, Santa Monica Airport, SM. $10. 310.397.3244. <ruskingrouptheatre.com>. LA Atheists United: 4th Sun 11a-3p (Nov 23, Dec 28). Center for Inquiry West, 4773 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. 866.GOD.LESS (866.463.5377), 323.666.4258. <support@atheistsunited.org>. <atheistsunited.org>. Other SoCal locations (from SLO to OC), click on Affiliated Organizations.
Dudley Cinema: 4th Sun 7p (Nov 23, Dec 28). Nov: Classic comedy. Dec: Experimental Films by Julian Semilian and Rag’n’Bones.. Free. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd, Venice. 310.822.3006. <laughtears.com>.
Change-Links Distribution/Planning: Last Sun 11:30a-1:00p (Nov 30, Dec 28). For next issue. Peace Center, 3916 S Sepulveda Blvd (between Venice Blvd. & Washington Place, adjacent to I-405), Culver City. Dial “22” for entry.
Various Dates & Archived Media (contact them for more info):
A: ACLU OC. <ye1045@yahoo.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>.
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>.
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>. Drinking Liberally local chapters: <livingliberally.org/drinking>.
E: Ecovillage Tours: Sat Nov 9,30; Sat Nov 22. 10:30a-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>. 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: 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>.
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>.
S: SOA Watch: Speakers, actions, international delegations. 202.234.3440. <nico@soaw.org>. <soaw.org>. 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, 345-1/2 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.” 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.
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>.
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>.
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>.
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>.
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>.
