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October 2007
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Thich Nhat Hanh is the keynote speaker.
He’ll also lead walking meditation and other activities. Oct 1-5.
The
Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival is a ten-day affair. The
festivities begin with the premiere presentation of an award-winning film,
followed by a gala where attendees feast and make merry in an ambiance inspired
by the presented film. Call for schedule. 7 PM. Egyptian Theatre,
Find
an action or register your own. On or near today’s date. October events in
The
one-year anniversary of the Safer Cities Initiative, promoted by the business
community and elected officials and intended help gentrify downtown LA. Speak
out against this racist police initiative, the criminalization of poverty, and
the use of police to remove poor and homeless people from downtown. 8 AM. Start
at 456 S. Main Street (LA CAN offices). March to
Protest
violation of the Endangered Species Act. 8:45 AM. 10 Civic Center Plaza,
The
Edendale Library will host a free class on time management. 6:30 PM. Edendale
Public Library, 2011 W. Sunset Blvd.,
Light
Up the Beach for Peace on the International Day of Nonviolence
massive “Living Peace Sign” of 900
lanterns. 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
3
PM. California Partnership/Center for Community Change,
Novelist, essayist, scholar, and diplomat Fuentes speaks about his work; he is one of Mexico’s foremost writers and cultural figures. 7:30 PM. Bing Theater, LA County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd, LA. (323) 857-6000. <publicinfo@lacma.org>. <www.lacma.org>.
A
presentation of the Photo-Media and Films of James Loran Gillespie with
Gillespie in person to talk about his work. 8 PM. Sponto Gallery,
San
Diego Women’s Film Festival. Oct 4-7. Museum of Photographic Arts,
Protests, educational events, teach-ins, video showings, religious services, Congressional office visits, and the like in order to expand the level of debate and consciousness world wide about U.S. plans for “control and domination” of space. (A local action list is in formation.) Global Network and Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom. Oct 4-13. (207) 443-9502. <globalnet@mindspring.com>. <www.space4peace.org>.
A
free public festival of emerging film, music and art. Today will be opening
reception and music. Oct. 5, art at the
“UCLA World Conference on Japanese Military Sexual Slavery.” Oct 4-7. Various sites, UCLA, Westwood. (310) 428-6294. <jhlee@lmu.edu>;<RachelJ@lerachlaw.com>.
Walk
to Stop Executions. Noon.
The Long Beach Greens hold their regular meetings every First Thursday of the month. They are a local group of activists working for a Fair Economy, a Just Society and a Sustainable Future. 7 PM. “It’s a Grind” Coffeehouse, 2162 E. Willow St., (East of Cherry), Long Beach. <longbeach@greens.org>. <www.cagreens.org/longbeach>.
“The
harrowing journey of four innocent men who are captured by U.S. forces in the
War on Terror and end up enduring the torture of Guantanamo.”
7 PM. Free. St. Matthias Episcopal Church,
“So Help Me God: The Founding Fathers and the First Great Battle over Church and State.” Guest Speaker: Rev. Forrest Church. 7 PM. Donations accepted. First UU Church of San Diego, 4190 Front St, Hillcrest, San Diego (opposite UCSD Medical Center). Wheelchair Accessible. (858) 459-4650. <twinter@san.rr.com>.
KPFK
Local Station Board Governance Committee. 7 PM. The
“Poems From Guantánamo: The Detainees Speak.” Available only because of the tireless efforts of pro bono attorneys who submitted each line to Pentagon scrutiny. Reading by poets, activists, and other artists from this new collection that gives voice to the people being held at Guantánamo. A banned books week event. 7:30 PM. Skylight Books, 1818 N. Vermont Ave. (between Hollywood Blvd & Franklin), LA. (323) 660-1175. <info@skylightbooks.com>. <www.skylightbooks.com>.
Investigative reporter Seymour Hersh will speak on “The Road from 9/11 to Abu Ghraib and Beyond”. 8 PM. Royce Hall, UCLA. Westwood. $24. (310) 825-2101.
“Robbie Jensen: Live with a Vengeance” a play about
America’s top self-help guru, in his mind. Starring Tony Matthews. Also Oct.
11. 9 PM. Secret Rose Theatre,
Art
of Resistance -Capoeira
The National Latino Congreso 2007-The Politics and Policy Convention of the Latino Community. With a wide variety of environmental groups attending, talks, workshops and more. Oct. 5-9. Sheraton Hotel, Downtown, LA. (888) 222-4413 or (323) 222-2217. <cbrugman@wcvi.org>. <www.latinocongreso.org>.
FAIF International Film Festival. Meet filmmakers from around the world as they present their films on the big screen for your enjoyment. Ten days of over 150 independent films in all genres. Oct. 5 through 14, 2 PM to 11:30 PM. Mann’s Chinese Theaters, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. $10. (323) 410-0464. <www.magicalfilmfest.com>.
Southwest
Native American Film Festival.
With contemporary Native American video
, film and animation made by Indigenous filmmakers from throughout the
Southwest featuring 25 films. Screenings at
There
is a regular peace vigil in Glendale against the war in Iraq. Fridays. 5 PM to
7 PM. Broadway &
A screening of the Marlon Brando film about how a secret agent stirs up a revolution in a Caribbean colony to
help
The regular Stonewall Grounds Coffee House Night, with Open Mic and Karaoke at the South Bay Center. 7 PM to 10 PM. South Bay Center, 2235 Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 4, Torrance. (310) 328-6550. <coffeehouse@southbaycenter.org>.
The
regular Friday evening Peace Vigil sponsored by the San Gabriel Neighbors for
Peace and Justice. 7 PM to 8:30 PM.
Two
day Educational Encampment and Walk to Stop Blackwater in Potrero (near San Diego). Oct 6-7.
The
San Fernando Valley Clean Money Campaign-working for full public funding of
campaigns in
Intentional Communities Network Gathering. 10 AM - Noon. RSVP. Free. LA Eco-Village, 117 Bimini Place, #201, LA. (213) 738-1254. <crsp@igc.org>. <www.ic.org/laev>.
The
Westside Greens regular First Saturday of the monthly meeting, Today they will
screen a major political film and discuss actions and the new
Leonard Weinglass, one of the Cuban Five’s lawyers , and
Gloria La Riva, Coordinator, National Committee to Free the Cuban Five and other speakers TBA. 11 AM. $5-$10
suggested admission. Immanuel Presbyterian Church,
On the Eve of the 6th Anniversary of the
The regular first Saturday of the month meeting of 911TruthLA group. They will review developments relating to 9/11 outreach and discuss critical issues relating to 9/11/2001. 1 PM to 3 PM. Unurban Café, 3301 Pico Blvd., LA. (310) 497-7255. <peterthottam@gmail.com>. <www.911truthla.net>. Or <www.bcimpeach.com>.
Open
& closed sessions. The public is invited and public comment will be heard.
1 PM. Workers Center, 1251,
The
Larry Bush, artists and activist is the author of “Waiting for God: The Spiritual Exploration of a Reluctant Atheist,” 2 PM. Workmen’s Circle, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., LA (310) 552-2007. <www.circlesocal.org>.
A
Long Beach Food, Art & Music event to benefit animal acres farm animal
sanctuary. With speakers and a wide selection of vegan food. 5 PM to 9 PM.
Second City Council Gallery,
“Women
in China and the Fight to Defend, Extend the Gains of the 1949 Revolution” is
the theme of this forum sponsored by the Spartacist League. 5 PM.
A
fund raise to support Asian American Labor activism and the Asian Pacific
American Labor Alliance. With a reception, cash bar, Korean BBQ, culture
performances and a main program. 6 PM. UCLA Downtown Labor Center,
The South Central Farmers will put on one of the Tianguis events, with entertainment, food and more. 10 AM to 4 PM. 41st, between Long Beach Ave. & Alameda Ave., South Central LA. (888) SCFARM-1. <www.southcentralfarmers.com>.
6th
Annual Taste of Folk & Bluegrass Festival. A free folk music, dance, and
storytelling festival held in conjunction with the Taste of Encino street fair.
Over 150 food booths covering four locks on Ventura Boulevard feature ethnic
foods, health foods and children’s cuisine. 10 AM to 5 PM. Encino Park,
5th
Eddie Tablish will speak on “The Threat of the Religious
Right to Our Modern Freedoms.” 11 AM. Center for Inquiry,
Lois
Lyons of the Humanist Association will speak on “Critical Thinking” for the
Humanist Association of Los Angeles. 11 AM. Yahoo Center Community Room, 2500
Broadway,
Impeachment: Is It A Priority For the Progressive Movement? Is the theme of this forum. Speakers include Peter Thottam, Ahjamu Makalani, John Park and Marian Gordon. Sponsored by the Committee of Correspondence for Democracy and Socialism. 2 PM. 3910 Melrose Ave., LA. (323) 661-1905 or (323) 953-5123.
The
regular monthly meeting of the LA Chapter of Death Penalty Focus. 3 PM. Church
in
Yes
On Measure A House Party. 4-7 PM. 701 E. Victoria St., Santa Barbara. Sponsored
by
Interfaith
Fast to End the War in
The South Bay Center for Gay, Lesbians and others host a bimonthly Gay Men’s Support group. Usually meets the Second and Fourth Mondays. 7 PM to 10 PM. South Bay Center, 2235 Sepulveda Blvd., Torrance. (310) 328-6500.
“Breaking
the Fast - Committing to Peace” a commemoration of the many communities fight
and fasting for peace and against injustices. This is an interfaith service to
reflect on religious and secular war machines. Sponsored by ICUJP. 7 PM. UCS Hillel Sukkot,
“We
the People and People of Faith: Energizing a Global Civil Society.” Dr. Ulrich Duchrow of the
Spread the word! The LAPD presents its report on the cop riot of Mayday in MacArthur Park. Witnesses (& protestors?). 8:30 AM. City Hall Public Works Board Room, third floor City Hall, downtown LA. No contact information.
Books: Jonathan Kozol
Author and educator Johanthan Kozol will be speaking about new new book "Standing Up, Speaking Out, Fighting Back in the Era of Privatization" which is geared to equip teachers and others about the very bad No Child Left Behind. 6:30 PM. Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd., LA. (213) 309-2713. <kozolla@gamail.com>>
The continuing discussion of the book “Three Women and a Talmud: The Story of Rashi’s Daughters”. About 11th century Jewish sisters who were defying traditions. With author Maggie Anton. 7:30 PM. Workmen’s Circle, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., (310) 552-2007. <circle@circlesocal.org>. <www.circlesocal.org>.
The
Accessible City Expo: Community Resources and Employment Fair. This is the only
conference of its kind in Southern California that brings together potential
employers, employment services and agencies, information resource
organizations, government agencies, and assistive technology for the disability
community and underemployed. 9 AM to 3 PM.
The
second issue of “Make/shift” feminist magazine will be presented with crative and critical voices of artists, and scholargs from around the world. 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Skylight Books,
Second Wednesdays monthly. 7:30 PM. 8016 Gosford St., North Hollywood. (818) 380-1252.
A pressure campaign, calling on Governor Schwarzenegger to “Stand Up for Patients’ Rights: Defend California’s Medical Marijuana Laws.” Americans for Safe Access. Noon. Governor Schwarzenegger’s LA District Office, 300 S. Spring St., LA. <Sonnet@AmericansforSafeAccess.org>. <stopthedrugwar.org/event>.
Bring
your ideas about how to build a unified, multi-issue movement to help stop the
war in Iraq and the next one. Buffet at 6:30 PM for $6.50. 7 PM. Solidarity
Hall,
A
debate on the Israeli situation of having one or two States. This is a
re-enactment of a debate between Pappe-Avnery for One
State vs Uri Avnery who
argues for a two State solution. 7 PM. Workmen’s Circle,
“Confronting
Empire: The Never Ending Struggle for Social Justice.” (If she is in town she might be speaking
elsewhere) 7:15 PM. Free. Avery Hall Auditorium,
Today
celebrates the influences of the people who were here when Christopher Columbus
arrived and the multicultural, multiethnic society that evolved. The day
includes a pow wow, a healing ceremony, informative
and interactive workshops, and a market. Call for times.
NORML’s 36th annual
National Conference: “Cannabis, Creativity and Commerce.” Oct 12-13. $150
before 9/15. Scholarships may be available. 9:30 AM to 6 PM. Sheraton Universal
Hotel,
There will be an ANSWER Anti-War Benefit at a performance of the new production of “Hair” on it’s 40th anniversary. The benefit is for the Oct. 27 protest. 8 PM. MET Theater, 1089 N. Oxford Ave., LA. $67. (213) 251-1025. <www.answerla.org>.
The
23rd Annual UUSC Latin American Encuentro with the
theme of “Immigrants: The Call for Justice”. Keynote speaker is Alexia Salvatierra from Clergy and Laity United for Economic
Justice. Also Moises Escalante, Peter Schey and Carlos Escorcia.
Workshops, lunch and more. 9:30 AM to 4
October 13th is a day to unplug: turn off the TV and radio, shut off the taps, and leave the fossil-fuel burning vehicle at home! Instead, take a walk with friends and family, tell stories, do something artistic, and say a prayer for Mother Earth and our communities. (928) 214-8301. <www.ienearth.org> and <www.ipetitions.com/petition/unplug_day>.
With Ron Milan. 10 AM - 3 PM. RSVP. $50. LA Eco-Village, 117 Bimini Place, #201, LA. (213) 738-1254. <crsp@igc.org>. <www.ic.org/laev>.
Paws
& Pals Pet Festival outdoor festival promotes pet adoption and humane
treatment of our furry friends. 11 AM to 1 PM.
The regular meeting of the Coalition For World Peace. They will be making plans to keep the new Congress aware of what the people voted for. Bring snacks. 11 AM. Korean Resource Center, LA. 900 S. Crenshaw Blvd., LA. (323) 556-1932. <staff@coalitionforworldpeace.org>.
Junta Hispana Celebration is a family-oriented Hispanic
Heritage Month celebration of the cultures, traditions, heritage, food, dance,
music, art, customs, and people of 20 Spanish-speaking countries, primarily
Central and South America. 12 PM to 6 PM.
Vigil
at main gate of Vandenburg AFB,
The Amstel Saxophone Quartet from Amsterdam will be
performing the high energy music from classical to contemporary works. 3 PM.
Sepulveda Unitarian Universalist Society, “The Onion”,
Attorney
and Author Ann Fagan Ginger will explore New Paths for Action for Progressive
Activist in the “Bush Supreme Court Era”. Co-sponsored by
The Center for the Study of Political Graphics will be holding their annual Party Auction to celebrate and support their 18 years of using art to inspire social change. Awards will be given to Barbara Douglas Hadsell, civil rights attorneys, Barbara Kruger and Rudy Acuna. With dinner, entertainment and an auction. 6:30 PM. Union Station, 800 Alameda, LA. (323) 653-4662. <cspg@politicalgraphics.org>. <www.politicalgraphics.org>.
Kenyan
journalist, Joseph Ojwangi, who writes a regular
column for Change Links will be holding a fundraiser in
A
fundraiser for the documentary “Jobs
For Rent” which is a tongue-in-cheek look at establishing a career in
your twenties. With food and drinks. 1 PM.
Political Meeting: Irawy Town Hall Meeting
A town hall meeting to discuss the Iraq war and how its is affecting our community. With Congresswoman Diane Watson and Major General Pual Eaton. 3 PM to 5 PM. Hamilton Hight Schoo Auditoriu, 2955 South Robertson, LA. (323) 937-4747.
Talk: Salee Allawe
Meeting Salee Allawe, a 10-year old Iraqi girl who lost both legs when a U.S. bomb landed in her front yeards. Cole Miller brought her to the US to receive medical treatment. Also Oct 13 at Stl Matthias Church, 8056 Washington Blvd., Culver City at 6 PM. 7 PM. 3967 Shedd Terrace, Culver City. (310) 838-8131. <info@nomorevictimes.org>. <www.nomorevictims.org>.
The
screening of a Yiddish film “Mizrekh un Mayrev (East and West).” from the Twenties. Also Nov. 13, Dec. 6. 7 PM. Workmen’s Circle,
The 4th KPFK Board Election ballots will be sent out today to qualified listeners. They will be due back by Nov. 15. <votekpfk@gmail.com>. <www.kpfk.org>.
The
Coalition For World Peace will start on some anti-war bannering,
leading up to the Iraq Moratorium.
Social
critic/film editor Larry Solomon with screen and talk about his 1968 film about
a year in the life of migrant agricultural workers in the south. Also other
social justice films by the filmmaker. A presentation of Documetal.
7 PM. Unurban Café,
Dr. Vandana Shiva, author of “Monocultures of the Mind: Biodiversity, Biotechnology, and the Third
World” and “Earth Democracy:
Justice, Sustainability, and Peace,” will be keynote speaker. Also David Korten & others. Oct 16-18.
Political Action: War at LA City Council
The LA City Council is voting today on a resolution to bring the troops home from Iraq. Help by coming by. 9:15 AM. LA City Hall lawn, Tom Bradley and Main., LA. (323) 810-4581. <endthewarla@gmail.com>.
Films: “Close to Home”
As
apart of the Shalom Film Salon the film “Close
to Home” about two young Israeli women and ask questions about peace and
justice in Israel and Palestine. Followed by a discussion. 7 PM. Workmen’s
Circle,
Author Ann Fagan Ginger will be speaking at a number of events. Toda, 1 PM, at the Regional Council of Organization, Presbyterian Church, corner of Third St., and Western, LA. Call (818) 985-1579. Oct. 18, 7:30 PM, at the Westwood-Westside Democratic Club, Westside Pavilion, 10800 W. Pico Blvd., Call (323) 299-3244. Oct 19, 7:30 at the Unitarian Universal Community Church, 1260 18th St., Santa Monica. Call (818) 985-1579. See Oct. 13. 1 PM.
The
LA Greens will meet tonight. Guest speaker will be Dorothy Green, founder of Heal
the Bay. She will talk on a sustainable water future for Calif. Get involved in
local Green issues, learn about the Green Party and become an active,
grassroots citizens. . They meet every 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7 PM. Peace
Center, 8124 W.
The regular free monthly discussion of articles in the magazine “Monthly Review”. 7:30 PM. Yahoo Colorado Center Community Room, 2500 Broadway, Santa Monica. (310) 390-0306.
Iran and the US are on a collision course. The book contains interviews with Noam Chomsky and others. With author David Barsamian. 7:30 PM. Skylight Books, 1818 N. Vermont Ave (between Hollywood Blvd & Franklin), LA. (323) 660-1175. <info@skylightbooks.com>. <www.skylightbooks.com>.
A
film by Nici Incorvala and
Josh Batchelder about the music of
On this date, 40 years ago, 1967, doctor, revolutionary and humanitarian was tracked down and murders by the US CIA because he wanted to organize the poor against the rich, and against US corporations that were exploiting the people of Bolivia.
The regular Third Thursday night meeting of the San Fernando Valley Chapter of Atheist United. Call for time and place. (818) 988-2806. <www.atheistsunited.org/calendar>.
Forum: Blood Money
A forum "Blood Money: Campaign Dollars and Health Care Policy in California". With Jackie Goldberg, Susan Lerner, Iram Strantz and Robert Stern. 7 PM. Pasadena Community College, Community Education Center, 3035 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena. (626) 789-8361.
October 19 • Friday
On the Third Friday of every month, Take Action! Join an event or organize your own. Coordinating group: <www.iraqmoratorium.org>.
Oct
19-21.
Campus
Anti-War Network National Conference. Oct 19-21. University of
The
six year anniversary celebration of the
A
discussion on “Your Healthy Home” led b KPFK host Sherry Beall.
Presented by Community for Health, Ecology and Freedom. RSVP and bring a vegan
dish or drinks. 7 PM. Workmen’s Circle,
A
Film & Costume Contest in context of the Sean Penn documentary about 50
years of
A meeting to help organizing various actions ag