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July 1 • Wednesday

Books: Hollywood Book Fest

Details are still being finalized for the 2009 day festival. Includes author readings, celebrity booksignings, panels on the Hollywood / book publishing connection, live music, clowns doing face painting and balloon animals and all the energy that’s part of a major entertainment event. (323) 665-8080. <HollywoodBKFest@aol.com >. <www.hollywoodbookfestival.com>.

Political Meeting: Military Recruiting

Glendale Education/Social Justice Advocates will meet to plan actions to encourage the Glendale school district to provide more balanced information about military recruiting and other social issues. Students, parents, community members are invited. 6-8 PM. Pacific Park Library, 501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale. 818-248-4967. <gesja_email@yahoo.com>

Forum: Iran Salon

With Amitis Motevalli and Mark LeVine. 7:30-9:30 PM. Free, donations
welcome. RSVPs advised. Levantine Cultural Center, 5998 W. Pico
Blvd., LA. (310) 657-5511.

July 2 • Thursday

Conference: Socialism 2009

A conference on Socialism, building a new left for a new era. With John Pilger, Jeremy Scahill, Dahr Jamail, Amy Goodman, Brian Jones and many others. July 2-5 The Women’s Building 3543 18th St., San Francisco. (773) 583-7884. <info@socialismconference.org>. <www.socialismconference.org>.

Conference: JAINA Convention

“Ecology - The Jain Way.” In one of the largest Jain Centers outside of India. July 2-5. $150. Late registration only available on-site. Contact them to verify event openings. Jain Center of Southern California, 8072 Commonwealth Ave., Buena Park. (714) 523-5246. <registration2009@jaina.org>. <https://convention.jaina.org>.

Political Action: Haiti Vigil

An ongoing vigil Haitian for human right activist Lovinsky Pierre-Antoine. The two-year anniversary of his kidnapping is 12 Aug 2009. We assume this will be on the Second Thursday of the month. Noon to 1 PM. Brazilian Consulate, 8484 Wilshire Blvd., LA. (323) 276-9833. <www.petitiononline.com/lovinsky/petition.html>.

Political Meeting: Long Beach Greens

The Long Beach Greens hold their regular meetings First Thursdays monthly. The Greens are 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>.

Music: Sing Out for Single Payer

A musical about our broken health care system and how to fix it. Featuring Anne Feeney & Friends. 7:30 PM. Professional Musicians Local 47, 817 Vine St., LA. $10. (213) 251-1351. <anne@annefeeney.com>. <annefeeney.com>.

Films: “The Moon in the Gutter”

A in-person tribute to French film maker Jean-Jacques Beineix with screenings of his films. Tonight is “The Moon in the Gutter” from 1983 starring Gérard Depardieu. Runs to Jul 8. 7:30 PM. Egyptian Theater, 6711 Hollywood Blvd. $10. (323) 466-FILM. <www.egyptiantheatre.com>.

Films: Comedy Fest

American Cinematheque hosting a series of comedy films starting today with a screening of “Dr. Strangelove” and “The Love One,” today. Runs to July 15 with a preview of a new British comedy (“In the Loop”) and a discussion with actress (and progressive) Mimi Kennedy. 7:30 PM. Aero Theatre 1328 Montana Ave., Santa Monica. $10. (323) 466-FILM. <www.aerotheatre.com>.

July 3 • Friday

Political Action: Caravan to Cuba

The caravan usually stops in the Southern CA area. See July 11. Also check their website periodically or contact them for more information. July 3-18: Caravan travels through US and Canadian cities. July 18 - Aug. 3: orientation & travel to Cuba via Mexico and back. IFCO/Pastors for Peace. (212) 926-5757. <ifco@igc.org>. <www.ifconews.org>.

Ventura WILD

Week-long nature connection day camps for kids in the Ventura River Watershed (Ojai, Oak View and Ventura). Final term July 13-17. $375/week. 9 AM to 3 PM. <info@venturawild.com>. <www.venturawild.com>.

Political Action: Glendale Peace Vigil

Peace vigil against the war in Iraq. Fridays. 5-7 PM. Broadway & Brand Blvd., Glendale (818) 242-4320.

Political Action: Costa Mesa Peace Vigil

Fridays. They’ve been at it since the US first bombed Afghanistan. 5-7 PM. South Coast Plaza Entrance, Bristol & Anton, Costa Mesa. (714) 956-5037.

Community Event: Friday at the Center

Regular weekly event at the South Bay LGBT Center. Games, conversation and more. 7-9:30 PM. South Bay Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance. (310) 328-6550. <southbaycenterpres@southbaycenter.org>. <www.southbaycenter.org>.

July 3 • Friday

Political Meeting: PSL on Honduras Coup
Down with the Right-wing Coup in Honduras plus: Workers' Democracy Is
a Reality in Cuba . Party for Socialism and Liberation. 7:30 PM. PSL
Office, 137 N. Virgil Ave, #203, LA. (323) 810-3380.
<mailto:la@socialismandliberation.org>. <http://www.pslweb.org>.

Political Action: San Gabriel Valley Vigil

Peace Vigil sponsored by the San Gabriel Neighbors for Peace and Justice. 7-8:30 PM. Alhambra at Main and Garfield. (626) 281-8741.

Performance: “America: You Were There!”

A flamboyant troupe of drag nun activists present their comically twisted version of American history. July 3-4. 8:30 PM. Highways, 1651 Eighteenth St., Santa Monica. $15. (310) 315-1459. <tickets@highwaysperformance.org>. <www.highwaysperformance.org>.

July 4 • Saturday

Films: Movies in the Park

Enjoy movies under the stars at Warner Park. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7 p.m. with all movies beginning at dusk, continuing through September. In addition enjoy affordable food and drinks provided by local organizations. July 4, 11, 18, 25. Dusk to 10 PM. Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. (818) 704-1358. <www.valleycultural.org>.

Birthday:

Your editors Birthday, among a number of others.  I will be 65 though it doesn’t seem to mean much.  I have to wait some time for any kind of medicare; seems you don’t get credit for 40 years of activism. 

Political Event” A BBQ for Revolution

Stop thinking like Americans and start thinking about humanity is the them for the Jul y 4 BBQ by Libros Revolucion.  12 PM.  Echo Park, at Park Ave..  (21        (213) 488-1303.

Community Event: Parade & Fancy Dress Swim
July 4th Parade & Fancy Dress Swim Against Malaria. 9 AM parade;
11:30 AM swim. Ocean Park Beach , between lifeguard towers 26 and 27,
Ocean Park Blvd. and Bernard Way , Santa Monica . (310) 496-2124.
<mailto:herleyjim@yahoo.com>.
<http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=97506463263>.)

Community Event: Animal Acres Pignic

The annual 4th of July PIGNIC for farm tours, face-painting, delicious picnic food, old-fashioned field games and traditional “Fourth of July” barbeque! Hope to see you to celebrate Independence Day for the animals, too! Noon - 4 PM. Animal Acres, 5200 Escondido Canyon Road, Acton. $7. (661) 269-5404. <www.animalacres.org>.

Political Meeting: 911 Truth

A regular meeting of 911TruthLA, Exposing the Truth Since 911. With a new documentary, discussion, music by Mother Nature’s Army and more. Call first. Noon - 5 PM. Unurban Café, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. (818) 881-5306.

Music: July Jazz and Blues Festival

7th Annual Vision Outside 4th of July Jazz and Blues Festival. With the cultural heritage and diverse sounds of jazz and blues. Also children’s arts and crafts, face painting, delicious food available, and free watermelon. 1-7 PM. Vision Theatre back lot, 3341 W. 43rd Pl., LA. (213) 202-5500. <www.culturela.org>.

Political Meeting: World Can’t Wait

A regular meeting of the anti-war group, The World Can’t Wait, with a potluck. Bring food or drink to share. Call first. 3-6 PM. Peace Center, 8124 W. Third St., LA. (213) 924-8571. <WorldCantWait_LA@yahoo.com>.

Community Event: Fireworks

11th Annual Fourth of July Community Fireworks Festival with music, food, fireworks and a children’s fun zone. Check out the LA Dept of Cultural Affairs for many other firework shows today. <www.culturela.org>. 4:30-9:30 PM. CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave., Studio City. (818) 655-5916. <www.culturela.org>.

Music: John Lennon of Korea

South Korean pop legend Shin Hae Chul and his band N.EX.T. perform today. He is considered the John Lennon of Korea because of his art and progressive politics. 7:30 PM. Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East Hollywood. $55. (323) 461-3673. <www.fordtheatres.org>.

July 5 • Sunday

Political Meeting: Green Party of Orange County

Regular meeting of the Orange County Greens. 2 PM. Board Room Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine. (949) 559-7336. <s.sayre@cox.net>.

Political Meeting: Coalition for World Peace

Regular meeting. The Coalition will be making plans to keep Congress aware of what the people voted for. Bring snacks. Call to verify date. 3 PM. Korean Resource Center, 900 S. Crenshaw Blvd., LA. <staff@coalitionforworldpeace.org>.

July 6 • Monday

Community Event: South Bay Women’s Group

Regular meeting of the South Bay LGBT Center Women’s Group. Usually on Monday nights. Occasional meetings offsite. Also July 13, 20, 27. 7 PM. South Bay Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance. (310) 328-6550. <southbaycenterpres@southbaycenter.org>. <www.southbaycenter.org>.

July 7 • Tuesday

Political Action: The Change We Knead

An action in front of the White House with the theme “The Change We Knead Now - Bake Bread for World Peace.” 2 PM. Lafayette Park, outside the White House, Washington D.C. (575) 770-3377. <thechangewekneadnow.net>.

July 8 • Wednesday

Plays: “The Physicists”

A production of a play by Frederick Durrenmatt starring Richard Dreyfuss, Hector Elizondo and Amy Pietz about a physicist who is locked away in a madhouse with two others who say they are also scientists. Runs to July 12.A LA Theatre Works production. 8 PM. Skirball Cultural Center, 2791 N. Sepulveda Blvd., LA. $40. (310) 440-4500. <www.skirball.org>.

July 9 • Thursday

Films: Outfest

The 26th Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Film Festival. With more than 200 films, nine venues, and an attendance of over 40,000 people. July 9 - 20, The Directors Guild of America, 7920 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. (213) 480-7088, <www.outfest.org>.

July 9 • Thursday

Conference: Farm Worker Rights for Youth Sponsored by the UFW, NFWM & La Placita Church . 10 AM - 4:30 PM.
Free, RSVP. La Placita Church , 535 N Main St., LA. (323) 263-2800
x211. <http://www.ufwaction.org/ufw/events/july9/details.tcl

Community Meeting: Youth Day

An afternoon for LGBT youth, 18-30 to socialize, play, games and more. Also July 13 & 23. 2-4 PM. South Bay Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance. (323) 356-3843. <youngadults@southbaycenter.org>. <www.southbaycenter.org>.

Forum: Armageddon?

“What Does Armageddon Look Like?” About CA’s fiscal crisis. 7:30-9 PM. The California Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda  St., LA. RSVP at <zocalopublicsquare.org/lectureseries.php?event_id=311>.

July 10 •Friday

Conference: SDS

National Convention. July 10-12. Middle TN State Univ., 1301 East Main St., Murfreesboro, TN. <nationalconvention-outreach@riseup.net>. <www.newsds.org>. <www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=97222708884>.

Community Event: Lotus Festival

32nd Lotus Festival featuring Indonesia. The Lotus Festival celebrates the people and cultures of the Asian and Pacific Islands. Includes a Friday Night Jazz Series with entertainment, exotic food, boutiques, a community health fair, dragon boat races and a Saturday night fireworks display over the water. July 10-12, Friday 5-9 PM,Saturday Noon – 9 PM, Sunday Noon – 8:30 PM. Echo Park Lake, 1632 Bellevue Ave., Echo Park. (213) 630-3032. <www.laparks.org/calendar/lotus/lotus.htm>.

Performance: Gay Powered: Now & Then

From the streets of Greenwich Village in the late sixties to the streets of West Hollywood in the 21st Century. Created by Michael Kerns. July 10 & 11, Highways, 1651 Eighteenth St., Santa Monica. $15. (310) 315-1459. <tickets@highwaysperformance.org>.

July 11 • Saturday

Conference: Health Care

The Single Payer Solution: an Educational Conference on Health Care in California. Speakers & seminars. Free, nominal charge for boxed lunch. 9 AM to 3:30 PM. Pasadena Presbyterian Church. (626) 798-8361 or (626) 356-0166. <istrantz@charter.net> or <rheerhca@charter.net>.

Political Action: Health Care

March to Rep. Waxman’s office followed by rally, press conference and public outreach across the district at shopping centers, parks, residences, etc. 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM. La Cienega & Third St., LA. <julesdubois84@hotmail.com>.

Forum:  So Cal Transit

Auroa Jackson, Director of Transportation of the  City of Montebello, will speaking on her city’s municipal transit operations.  Sponsored by the Southern California Transit Advocates.. 2:15Pm.  Angelus Plaza, downtown LA., 255 S Hill St., Room 422.   (213) 388-2364.

Benefit: Gold for Peace

A fun & easy way to turn old jewelry into money and support the antiwar movement. Sponsored by Code Pink. Call for details. 3-5 PM. Beverly Hills. $25. (310) 827-4320. <audrey@codepinkalert.org>.

Political Action: Cuban Peace Caravan

The US/Cuba Pastors 4 Peace Caravan is in Pasadena today. With music, food, slides, talks and more. 5 PM. Pasadena Presbyterian Church, 585 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Also July 11 in Santa Barbara, July 12 & 13 in LA, July 14 in San Diego; details on their website. (213) 736-5742 or (213) 383-9285. <pastorsforpeace.org>.

July 12 • Sunday

Classes: Converging Storms

"Converging Storms '09: The Crises of Energy, Capitalism, and the Environment." Studies for Global Justice. July 12 - Aug. 23, every
Sunday. 2:30-6 PM with refreshment break. $40; $10-30 low income. RSVP early to insure a spot. Church of Truth , 690 E. Orange Grove
Blvd. (between Fair Oaks & Lake), Pasadena . (626) 628-3068. <mailto:info@studiesforglobaljustice.org>.
<http://www.studiesforglobaljustice.org> or<http://www.convergingstorms.org>.

Discussion: Graham Green

The Humanist Association of LA discusses the life and work of English author, playwright and literary critic Graham Green with David Hernandez. 11 AM. Yahoo Community Room, 2500 Broadway at 26th Ave., Santa Monica. (310) 479-2236. <larry-a-taylor@att.net>.

Benefit: Ash Grove Summer Event

A fundraising event for the Ash Grove Foundation, with Michelle Shocked, Bernie Pearl, Roy Zimmerman and others. The Ash Grover was a seminal folk music club in the Sixties in LA, run by Ed Pearl. 1:30-5:30 PM. 939 San Vicente, Santa Monica. $40. (310) 391-5794. <AshGroveMusic.com>.

Political Meeting: Comite de Mujeres

Comite de Mujeres Patricia Marin-LA. Meeting. With a screening of “Made in LA.” Meeting 1:30 PM; film 3PM. Centro Cultural Pancho Villa, 2100 Maple Ave., LA.          (323) 219-1164 or (323) 602-3480. <mujeres_revolucionarias@hotmail.com>. <uniondelbarrio.org>. <www.myspace.com/mujeres_revolucionarias>.

Music: Rose Altman

Folksinger and Fighter Ross Altman is featured in a program entitled “The Ballad of Tom Joad,” an evening of song and story adapted from “The Grapes of Wrath” and from Woody Guthrie’s ballads. 7 PM. The Found Theatre, 399 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach. $10. (562) 433-3363. <foundtheatre.org>.

July 13 • Monday

Films: Vision-Core

Experimental and documentary short films that seek to reinvent cinema language. “Double Thunder,” “Falling Force,” “Forget Cassettes?” and many others. A Documental Event. 6 PM. Unurban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica.

Political Meeting: S.F. Valley Greens

Second Mondays monthly. 7:30 PM. 9743 Noble Ave North Hills. (818) 380-1252.

July 14 • Tuesday

Forum:  School to Prison Pipeline

A forum on “Is There  A School to Prison  pipe line at Pasadena  Unified School District”.    With Edwin Dias, Superindendent of the Pasadena School Districk.   Also Dr. Miriam Krinksy, of CLA,  Dr. Mikala Rahn, and Saudeka  Shabazz of the Children’s Defense  Fund.  Sponsored the ACLU Pasadena Foothill chapter.    7 PM.  Neighborhood Universalist Church, 301 North Orange Grove  Blvd., Pasadena.  (626( 449-3470.  http://www.aclu-sc.org/pasadena.

Film: “Politics of Food”

Final film in a series; call to verify the event. Screenings are fundraisers for sending young people to a two week Traditional Agriculture / Permaculture Design Course in New Mexico from July 20-31. LA Indigenous Peoples’ Alliance (LAIPA). $5 donation. 7:30 PM. Liliflor Collective Studios (a.k.a. First Street Studios), 2026 E. First St., LA. Venue phone: (323) 268-0005. NM course info: <www.tnafa.org>. <firststreetstudios.com>.

July 15 • Wednesday

Political Action: LA Greens

Regular meeting of the Los Angeles Greens. Third Wednesdays monthly. 7 PM. Peace Center, 8124 W. Third St., LA. (323) 651-5539. <www.losangelesgreens.org>.

Discussion:  We are All Socialist Now?

A critical look at the first six months of the Obama Presidencey  7:30 PM.  Solidarity Hall, 2170 W.Washington Blvd., LA.  $2.  $8 for supper.  (323) 732-6416/  fsplosangles@gmail.com.  www.socialism.com>

Discussion: Monthly Review

Regular free monthly discussion of articles in the magazine “Monthly Review”  Today’s topic will be from the June issue. 7:30 PM. Yahoo Colorado Center Community Room, 2500 Broadway, Santa Monica. (310) 390-0306.

July 16 • Thursday

Conference: Animal Rights

The 2009 Animal Rights National Conference. July 16-20. Westin LAX, 5400 West Century Blvd., just west of I-405, LA. (888) FARM-USA (327-6872). <info@arconference.org>. <www.arconference.org>.

Political Meeting: Atheists United

Regular Third Thursday night meeting of the San Fernando Valley Chapter of Atheists United. Call for time and place. (818) 988-2806. <www.atheistsunited.org/calendar>.

Political Meeting: Healthcare for All

The San Fernando Valley chapter meeting, working or single-payer universal healthcare and the passage of SB 840. Come and learn more. 7:30 PM. State Office Bldg., State Office Bldg., 6150 Van Nuys Blvd. (enter on Calvert, to the right of the locked gates), (818) 766-7318.

July 17 • Friday

Conference: Counter-Recruitment

The National Counter-Recruitment and Demilitarization Conference will bring together a broad spectrum of people working on CR issues. July 17-19. Write to NNOMY c/o American Friends Service Committee, 637 S. Dearborn, Third Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60605 or NNOMY, PO Box 3012, S. Pasadena, 91031. Conference at Roosevelt University, 430 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL. (866) 338-2378. <crconf@gmail.com>. <www.nnomy.org>.

July 18 • Saturday

Benefit: Venice Beach Rides

A classic and eco car, truck, motorcycle and bicycle showcase in support of the Venice Community Housing Corp. 10 AM to 4 PM. 720 Rose Ave., Venice. (310) 399-4100. <marlie@vchcorp.org>. <info@vchcorp.org>.

Benefit: Fashion Show

A charity event for the Claude Pepper Sr. Citizens Center. This fashion show with music and other entertainment is an excuse to show the community the work the Center does. RSVP. 1-4 PM. Claude Pepper Senior Center, 1762 S. La Cienega Blvd., LA. (310) 559-9677. <geps222@msn.com>.

Music: Suzy Williams

Suzy’s Williams Fourth Annual Lit Show with songs based on the works of various writers from Vonnegut to Capote. 7:30 PM. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. $10. (310) 306-7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>. <www.laughtears.com>.

July 19 • Sunday

Films: Freshi Film Festival

Films made by young filmmakers all over the world. A full day of family fun showcasing the talents of the best young filmmakers. Also, stunt workshops, movie-make up demonstrations, acting workshops, etc. 9 AM to 6 PM. Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Ave., Hollywood $15. (661) 257-3131. <www.freshifilmfest.com>.

Political Meeting: ACLU Potluck

Orange County ACLU and KPFK potluck in the park. Noon - 4 PM. Mason Regional Park, 18712 University Drive, Irvine. Shelter #1. (714) 956-5037. <quetzalcoatl38@aol.com>.

Discussion: “Nation” Mar Vista

“Nation” magazine readers’ discussion group. Usually Third Sundays monthly, call first. 2 PM. 4054 Coolidge Ave., Mar Vista, LA. (310) 391-1707.

July 20 • Monday

Books: Torture Photos

Gary S. Winkler and Lyndie England present and sign “Tortured: Lyndie England, Abu Ghraib and the Photographs that Shocked the World.” 7 PM. Booksoup, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, (310) 659-3110. <info@booksoup.com>. <www.booksoup.com>.

Political Meeting: Westside Progressives

The regular meeting of the Democratic Westside Progressives. Call to verify. 7-9 PM. St. Bede’s Church, 3590 Grandview Blvd., Mar Vista. (310) 490-3858. <www.democracticwestsideprogressives.org>.

Films: “Pocket Full of Soul”

A documentary exploring the mythos surrounding the harmonica and its place between instrument and player. Filmmaker Marc Lempert will speak. 8:30 PM. Talking Stick, 1411c  Lincoln Blvd., Venice. (310) 450-6052 or (310) 306-7330. <myspace.com/sevendudleycinema>.

July 22 • Wednesday

Books: Howard Dean

Howard Dean presents and signs “Howard Dean’s Prescription for Real Healthcare Reform: How We Can Achieve Affordable Medical Care for Every American and Make Our Jobs Safer.” 9:30 PM. Booksoup, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. (310) 659-3110. <info@booksoup.com>.

July 25 • Saturday

Political Action: Building Peace in Palestine

Annual Travel to Israel / Palestine Interfaith Peace Builders campaign. July 25 to Aug. 7. (202) 244-0821. <www.ifpb.org>.

Music: Central Avenue Jazz Festival

Two days of jazz performances pay tribute to “The Avenue,” as Central Avenue was known during its renaissance years from the 1920s through the 1950s. July 25-26, 11 AM to 7 PM. Central Ave. between 42nd and 43rd Sts., LA. (213) 202-5500. <www.culturela.org>.

Benefit: OOA

Fundraiser for the Office of The Americas. With guest Blasé & Teresa Bonpane, Mimi Kennedy and music from Ross Altman and others. 7 PM. 3967 Shedd Terrace, Culver City. (310) 838-8131 or (323) 852-9808. <fdorrel@addictedtowar.com>. <www.officeoftheamericas.org>.

Discussion: Alliance for Democracy

Regular meeting with a speaker. 10:15 AM. 9743 Noble Ave., enter through north gate to dance studio, North Hills. (818) 903-4771.

July 26 • Sunday

Political Meeting: LA Atheists United

Regular meeting of the Los Angeles Chapter. Fourth Sundays. 11 AM. Center for Inquiry West, 4773 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. (323) 666-4258. <www.atheistsunited.org/calendar>.

Memorial: Hugh Manes

A memorial program for Hugh, a local giant and guardian of the rights of the oppressed.  LA Times Obituary <www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-hugh-manes18-2009jun18,0,5540832.story>. 3 PM. Workmen’s Circle, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., LA.

July 29 • Wednesday

Classes: Immigrant Workers’ Rights

9 AM - 3 PM. LA County Federation of Labor, 2130 W. James M. Wood Blvd., LA. (213) 639-3900 x117. <munoz@nilc.org>.

Volunteer Opportunity: Change-Links Meeting

The monthly mailing and discussion meeting for Change-Links, the newspaper you are reading now. Come by to help or pick up some copies to distribute. Noon - 2:30 PM. Peace Center, 8124 W. Third St., LA. (818) 782-1412. <change@pacbell.net>. <change-links.org>.

Support: Activist Support Circle.

The special guest for tonight’s Circle is electric vehicle advocate Paul Scott. 7-9 PM. Friends Meeting Hall, 1440 Harvard St., Santa Monica. (310) 399-1000. <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>. <activistsupportcircle.org>.

July 30 • Thursday

Political Action: Health Care Now!

Celebrate Medicare’s 44th Birthday by showing Congress and President Obama the unions, doctors, nurses, seniors, faith groups and Americans from every category who support a single-payer system. Washington DC. (800) 453-1305. <info@healthcare-now.org>. <www.healthcare-now.org/campaigns/single-payer-rally>.

Benefit: IDEPSCA

IDEPSCA's Annual Dinner. Instituto de Educacion Popular del Sur de California (Southern California Institute of the Peoples' Education). 6 PM. $55. LA Design Center , 5955 S. Western Ave., LA. (213) 252-2952. <mailto:gala@idepsca.org>. <http://www.idepsca.org>.

Additional and late developing events may be posted to our listserve and on our website as time permits. Additional volunteers could assure that this happens dependably on an ongoing basis.

UpComing:

August 1 

Conference: Anarchists

Southern California Anarchist Conference & Cultural Fair. Aug. 1-2. Saturday: Southern California Library for Social Studies and Research, 6120 S. Vermont Ave. (off the 110 Freeway, exit Slauson or Gage), LA. Sunday: UCLA Downtown Labor Center, 675 S Park View St., LA. No phone number. <www.myspace.com/laanarchistbookfair>.

August 4

Festival: Michigan Womyns Music Festival

The annual Music Festival featuring three stages of continuous concerts, parades, craft fair, wellness center, workshops, sister Gaia camp and brother song camp for kids, food and more. Aug. 4-9. Write to POB 22, Walhalla, Michigan 49458. Hart, Michigan. (231) 757-4766 (NOT 213 area code) or (310) 450-3396. <michfest.com>.

August 5

Books: Thom Hartmann

Signing his latest book, “Threshold: The Crisis of Western Culture.” 7 PM. Santa Monica Public Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica. (818) 566-6134.

August 7

Conference: FNB

National Food Not Bombs Gathering. Omaha, NE. <omahafnbs@gmail.com>.

August 9 • Sunday

Community Event: Palestine Picnic

Volleyball, Soccer, Backgammon, Raffle, Free Face painting. Food includes kebab, hummus, falafel, salad, beverages, coffee, fruit and
more. 11 AM; Food 1:00-3:30 PM. $10 suggested donation. Mason Regional Park , Shelter #6, 18712 University Dr., Irvine . (760)
917-2572, (951) 965-6911, (714) 231-8403 or (951) 961-0797.<mailto:info@al-awdacal.org>. <http://al-awdacal.org>.

August 11

Conference: Union Women

“Women Workers of the World Unite.” Western Regional Summer Institute on Union Women 2009. Aug. 11-15. $550. DeNeve Plaza, UCLA, LA. (213) 480-4155 x 212. <lmorris@irle.ucla.edu>. <www.labor.ucla.edu/SIUW09.html>.

August 17

Films: “Forgotten Tenor”

Abraham Ravett’s documentary that pays tribute to bebop saxophonist Wardell Gray. A Documental event. 7:30 PM. The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Blvd., Venice. (310) 306-7330.

August 22

Books: Black Book Expo

A literary gala with panels on a variety of issues but book publishing to health. Poetry readings, authors and much more. 11 AM to 5 PM. Expo Center, 3980 Menlo Ave., LA. (323) 718-5678. <info@labbx.com>.

August 23

Conference: PSWIRL

Pacific South-West Institute of Religious Liberals. Aug. 23-28. $335-450. Camp de Benneville Pines, San Bernardino Natl. Forest, CA. (909) 597-1037. <pswirl.org>.

August 24

Performance: Time Machine

Bill Brown’s Time Machine with video, spoken work, slides, sound, performance and more. With Sabine Gruffat. 6 PM. Unurban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica.

August 28

Conference: Pacific Peace Convergence

Organized by San Luis Obispo CodePink. Aug. 28-30. Women only, no dogs. Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria. $118. <slocodepinkanne@gmail.com>.

August 31

Discussion: William McNally

Writer and West LA  / Venice political activist William McNally chats with MESS (Media Ecology Soul Salon) and Jerry Fialka. 7:30 PM. Unurban, 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. (310) 306-7330. <pfsuzy@aol.com>.

September 15

Conference: World Diversity Summit

The World Diversity Leadership Summit works to help the US and the world come together in peace and justice. Sept. 15-17. Washington DC. $1295. (212) 239-2455. <www.WDLSummit.com>.

September 22

Political Action: Tree-Hugging Day

An Autumn Equinox tree hugging day on which you are encouraged to hug as many trees as you can and join a public group tree-hug. Sponsored by the Alliance for Survival. Noon. Palisades Park, Ocean Ave. at Colorado, Santa Monica. (310) 399-1000. <jerrypeaceactivistrubin@earthlink.net>.

September 24

Political Action: G20 Summit

A call for a Global Mobilization Against the G20 Summit. Sep. 24-25. Pittsburgh, PA. (212) 633-6646. <www.bailoutpeople.org>. Messages may be sent via <www.bailoutpeople.org/cmnt.shtml>.

September 26

Conference: US/Cuba Labor Exchange

You can join the U.S./Cuba Labor Exchange and participate in a:  II Union Meeting “Nuestra America”.   Sao Paulo, Brazil   (313) 575-4933. <mailto:laborexchange@aol.com>. 

OnGoing:

Please call all OnGoing Events to confirm and let us know about any updates. Dates given are usually the starting date of the event. Costs listed are usually the lowest. Times are usually the daily times but events vary. Calling first is the best idea. Please let us know about any changes or errors in the OnGoing section. This issue we are moving more OnGoing Events to the Website, because of space limitations. More donations could solve this problem.

Art:

July 11

Ashe and Portraits of Contemporary Cuba

Reception tonight 7-10 PM. Runs to Aug. 2. Photography and an art exhibition celebrating Yoruba traditions. Avenue 50 Studio, 131 N. Ave. 50, Highland Park. (323) 258-1435. <www.avenue50studio.com>.

Mark Vallen

Local LA artist Mark Vallen is exhibiting some of his work exhibited at the Chicana/o Biennial held by MACLA. Runs thru Aug. 9. 510 S. First St., San Jose, (408) 998-ARTE. <www.maclaarte.org>.

Venice Arts

“6 Visions.” A group exhibit by artists in the adult documentary program. Photographers: Pablo Davanzo, Scott Halford, Emily Hart Roth, Larry Naylor, Megan Schoenbachler, Naomi Zipperman. Runs to July 6. “Got Caught Up Out There.” Photographs by Homeless Women . Artists’ Reception Sat. July 25, 5-8pm. Also a documentary short film on the project. Venice Arts, 1702 Lincoln Blvd, Venice. (310) 392-0846. <info@venice-arts.org>. <www.venice-arts.org>.

Thursdays:

Downtown Art Walk

A self-guided tour that showcases art exhibition venues in Downtown LA: commercial art galleries, museums, and non-profit arts venues. Maps, parking and shuttle info are available on their website. Second Thursdays Monthly. 7-9 PM. Downtown LA. (213) 624-6212. <downtownartwalk.com>.

Books:

July 24

Potluck Book Club

Regular potluck dinner and book discussion group. Fourth Fridays monthly. Tonight’s book is “The Apprenticeship of “Duddy Kravitz.” 6:30 PM. Workmen’s Circle, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., LA. (310) 552-2007.

Classes:

Cuba

 A teacher’s tour August 2-9. And more tours on their website. Cuba Education Tours of Vancouver, BC Canada. (877) 687-3817. <info@cubafriends.ca>. <www.cubafriends.ca>.

Organic Gardening

An organic gardening school. Classes and lectures for adults; special classes for children. Silverlake. (888) 341-9666. <earthmatters.biz> or <www.thewovengarden.com/classes.html>.

Tenant’s Rights

The Coalition for Economic Survival, with 27 years in working with for tenants rights and other issues, holds two meetings each week to help tenants. Wednesday evenings at 7 PM and Saturday mornings at 10 AM. Plummer Park, Senior Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hollywood. (323) 656-4410.

Union Organizing

UNITE HERE, the North American union of hotel, casino, food service, laundry, and textile workers is looking for dedicated activists who are interested in a comprehensive program of leadership training and political education. (213) 447-5805. <thudson@unitehere.org>. <www.unitehere.org> & <www.hotelworkersrising.org>.

Fridays

African History

African World Civilizations Class. Black History for Young People class is in session thru July 25. Next adult class starts 18 Sep 2009. $15 per class, drop in only if seats are available in the series. RSVP. Kaos Studios, 4343 Leimert Blvd., LA. (213) 368-4976. <DrKwaku@hotmail.com>. <www.DrKwaku.com>.

Saturdays

Youth Anti-Violence

INCITE! LA Youth Anti-Violence Summer Program. Seven week program convening 10-15 HS aged womyn and trans people of color on a weekly basis for four hours. June 20 - Aug. 8. (skipping July 4). (213) 300-4994. <l.a.incite@gmail.com>.

Mondays

Spanish Classes

An on going Spanish Language Class for beginners and intermediates. “Drop-in” ongoing classes. Beginners 1-2:30 PM. Intermediate 2:35-4 PM. Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. (310) 831-2325.

Tuesdays

Nonfiction Writing Workshop

Join serious writers of memoirs about their struggles to overcome child abuse, addiction, ethnic or racial prejudice, divorce, widowhood and other misfortunes. Read your story to a group of supportive writers. 8-10 PM. Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. (310) 822-3006. <beyondbaroque@aol.com>.

Thursdays

Young Warriors

A program which guides youth into bettering the future and meeting the challenge of their own struggle. 4:45 PM. Pacoima Community Center, 11243 Glenoaks Blvd., Suite #8, Pacoima. 818) 744-0639 & (818) 744-2321. <youngwarriors_souls@yahoo.com>. <www.myspace.com/youngwarriors_1>.

Community Events:

Natural Health Group

Formerly the Vegetarian Dining Club. Weekly vegan dinner events throughout LA & Orange Counties. They publish a comprehensive Holistic Directory of Vegetarian Restaurants, and offer discount coupons, as well as an ongoing discount card. (800) 701-9364 or (310) 396-2826. <nathealthgroup@yahoo.com>.

Community Services:

Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets in LA, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside Counties. <www.LATIMES.com/food>, click on “farmers markets” on the upper left side.

Saturdays

Transit Advocates

Second Saturdays monthly. They advocate better transportation for the residents of Los Angeles. 1 PM. Angelus Plaza, 255 S. Hill Street, LA. (213) 388-2364.

Sundays

RAC Food

Revolutionary Autonomous Communities’ Food Program, a mutual aid project in which people themselves organize and distribute food in their own neighborhoods. Volunteers needed. Every Sunday. 2 PM. NE Corner of Wilshire & Parkview, LA. <rac@riseup.net>.

Wednesdays

Tenant’s Rights

The Coalition for Economic Survival, with 27 years in working with for tenants rights and other issues, holds two meetings each week to help tenants. Wednesday evenings at 7 PM. and Saturday mornings at 10 AM. Plummer Park, Senior Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood. (323) 656-4410.

Discussion:

Meetings of Minds

An ongoing discussion and interview series MOM (Meetings of Minds). July 12, Aug. 9, Sep. 13, etc. 2-4 PM. Blankenship Ballet Studio, 132 Brooks Ave., Venice. (310) 306-7330.

Films:

Women Exploitation Auteurs

“No She Didn’t.” Films by women, exploiting women in the 1970s and 1980s . Runs July 24 to Aug. 8. On Jul 24, “Terminal Island,” July 27 “Bad Girls Go to Hell” and “Another Day, Another Man.” UCLA Film & Television. 7:30 PM. Billy Wilder Theater, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., LA. $20. (310) 206.FILM. <www.cinema.ucla.edu>.

Thursdays

Coastal Convergence Society

A free video night the Last Thursday of each month. Come meet local peace & justice neighbors for free food, video & discussion. You can bring your own video. Call for directions. 7 PM. Huntington Beach. (714) 964-2162. <ccshbca@aol.com>.

Thursdays

Conscientious Projector

Screenings on the second Thursday of each month. A series presented by Sustainable World and The Theatre of the Oppressed. Meet filmmakers, and join in discussions. 7 PM. Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond, Pasadena. (626) 792-5941. <www.armoryarts.org>.

Forum:

July 12

Converging Storms ‘09

A seven part study series on the crises of energy, capitalism, and the environment. July 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23. 2-6 PM. Church of Truth, 690 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena. $40. (626) 628-3068. <www.convergingstorms.org>.

Media:

Progressive Podcast

Long time activist and subscriber to Change Links, Jerold Block has a popular progressive Podcast (an Internet Audio or video stream that you can subscribe to). <rational@roadrunner.com>. <www.therationalradical.com/podcast.html>.

Saturdays

Spanish News

Noticiero Pacifica is a progressive Spanish language newscast broadcast over KPFK FM 90.7,  Saturdays at 4 PM. Produced by Carlos Quintanilla who tries to give the listeners the most relevant information they need. (818) 785-2711.

Sundays

Vegan Radio

“Go Vegan with Bob Linden.” KTLK-AM, 1150 LA, Sundays, 10 AM (new time). Visit their website for other stations broadcasting the show. Webcast archives and podcasts. <Bob@GoVeganRadio.com>. <www.goveganradio.com>.

Tuesdays

McLuhan-Finnegans Wake Reading Club

Usually First Tuesdays monthly, call to confirm. Gerry Fialka’s regular reading club explores the ideas of James Joyce and Marshall McLuhan and how they apply to today’s media and technology. July 7, Aug. 4, Sep. 1, etc. 6-8 PM. Marina Del Rey Library, 4533 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey. (310) 306-7330 or (310) 821-1769. <www.venicewake.org>.

Job Resources:

High Country News Job Board
<http://hcn.org>, click on Classifieds/Employment.

Military & Draft:

Counter Recruitment

Palisadians for Peace conducts High School campus visits weekly now while classes are in session. Usually early morning (on site about 7 am). They also canvass other events and distribute information pamphlets in commercial and residential areas and offer students alternatives and factual information they should consider before considering enlistment under the relentless campus recruitment from the military. They need volunteers. 7 AM. (310) 573-1901. <ulisandra.paz@verizon.net>.

Thursdays

Veterans for Peace

Monthly meetings at the LA Peace Center or at the Arlington West Memorial, Santa Monica Beach. Contact them for time & location. Contact other chapters in the region via <veteransforpeace.org/contact_us.vp.html> (Canoga Park, Long Beach, Oxnard, San Pedro, Santa Barbara, Topanga, Tustin; Rancho Mirage & Colton in San Bern./Riv. Co; Carlsbad, El Cajon, Ramona & San Diego in San Diego Co.) The list of Chapters is always changing. The Peace Center, 8124 W. Third St., LA. (323) 934-3451 & (310) 458-3700. <www.veteransforpeacela.org>. The Peace Center, 8124 W. Third St., LA. (323) 934-3451 & (310) 458-3700. <www.veteransforpeacela.org>.

Music:

July 5

Music Workshops

Tia Chucha’s Centro sponsors their Fifth Annual Music LA Program for youth ages 8-21. With a wide variety of artistic themes. First class today. Runs to Aug. 29. Call ASAP for details. Tia Chucha 13197 -A Gladstone Ave., Sylmar. $40. (818) 528-4511. <info@tiachucha.com>. <www.tiachucha.com>.

Pershing Square Summer Concert

Enjoy this series of free concerts at Pershing Square, an outdoor area in the heart of downtown, featuring a variety of musical genres and performers. June through September, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 noon – 2 p.m., the third Sunday of each month from 3-5 PM. 532 S. Olive St.,  LA. (888) 527-2757. <www.laparks.org>.

Suzy Williams

Suzy Williams and The Backboners (Suzy Williams, Bill Burnett, Kahlil Sabbagh and Ginger Smith) perform their blend of jazz & pop versions of Mamas & Papas type music, selected Sundays, 10 AM - 1 PM, Santa Monica Farmers Market, Main & Ocean Park, Santa Monica. Suzy also sings Jazz Second Wednesdays monthly, at Danny’s in Venice (Windward & Speedway), 7:30-10:30 PM, Free. And she often appears with Brad Kay, First Fridays monthly, 7-10 PM, at Just Tantau, 1353 Abbott Kinney Blvd., Venice. Check to verify dates. (310) 306-7330.

Plays:

Dates are usually the opening date. Many plays run from Thu-Sun. Times are for the evening performances. Call for Sunday times. Listed costs are usually the lowest.

Theatricum Botanicum Summer Season

Join the annual summer season of Shakespeare and watch the classics set in a rustic, outdoor amphitheatre in a natural ravine. Picnickers are welcome. Thru October, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Cyn. Blvd., Topanga. <www.theatricum.com>.

Free Shakespeare

The internationally recognized Independent Shakespeare Co. Bring a picnic, a blanket, your family and friends, and enjoy a perfect evening at the theater. Reservation recommended. Thru Aug. 23, Thursdays through Sundays. 7:30 PM. Barnsdall Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. (323) 836-0288. <www.independentshakespeare.com>.

July 9

“Stop Kiss”

A new play by Diana Son has won the GLAAD Media Award. The play is about the consequences of a small event. Runs to Aug.24. 8 PM. Rogue Machine, 5041 Pico Blvd., LA. $25. (323) 960-7774. <www.roguemachinetheatre.com>.

July 10

“Anna in the Tropics”

“Anna in the Tropics.” Grupo de Teatro Sinergia. Runs to Aug. 9 in English and Spanish performances. 8 PM. Frida Kahlo Theater, 2332 W. Fourth St., LA. $12. (213) 382-8133. <fridakahlotheater.org>.

July 10

“Muting at Port Chicago”

The story of the giant explosion that killed 320 people and injured 400 at Port Chicago in the Bay area on Jul 17, 1944. Fifty African American survivors were imprisoned and the real story was buried. Runs to Aug. 15. 8 PM. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Road, Santa Monica. $20. (310) 397-3244.

July 25

“The Miser”

A production of the Moliere play “The Miser” about a man who loves his money more than his children. A production of the Theatricum Botanicum. Runs to Sept. 27. 8 PM. 1419 N. Topanga Cyn. Blvd., Topanga. $20. (310) 455-3723. <www.theatricum.com>.

“Coming Home”

A production of Athol Fugard’s play that exposes life in contemporary South Africa. Runs to Aug. 29. 8 PM. The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Ave., LA. $28. (323) 663-1525. <www.fountainTheatre.com>.

“East of Berlin”

Can the Holocaust and comedy exist in the same sentence. The answer is “Yes” according to playwright Hanna Moscovitch in her play “East of Berlin.” Runs to July 19. 8 PM. NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. $25. (818) 508-7101 x 7. <www.thenohoartscenter.com>.

Mini Musical Fest

A evening of six 10 to 15 minute musicals. Runs to July 5. 8 PM. Secret Rose Theater, 11246 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood. $20. (877) 620-ROSE (620-7673).

Poetry:

July 16

Poetry Plus

A poetry salon and workshop with Uncle Ruthie Buell. With guest poet Jack Cooper. Third Thursdays monthly. 7 PM. Workmen’s Circle, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., LA. (310) 552-2007. <www.circlesocal.org>.

Fightin’ Words

Monthly Open Mic to Stop Police Brutality. Hosted by Oct. 22 Coalition. Third Thursdays Monthly. 8-10 PM. Chuco’s Justice Center, 1137 E. Redondo Blvd., Inglewood. (323) 446-7459.

Police Issues:

Mondays

Three Strikes Families to Amend California’s Three Strikes (FACTS) meets Second and Fourth Mondays. Help them amend Three Strikes to apply to violent felonies only. 7 PM. Brookings Community Development Center, 1900 W. 48th St., LA (213) 746-4844.

Tuesdays

Police Victims Support

Have You or a Family Member Been Brutalized by the Police? SPIRIT (Support & Partnership In Respect & In Trust). Regular meetings Last Tuesday monthly. 7-9 PM. Youth Justice Coalition/Chuco’ s Justice Center, 253 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., LA. (323) 369-9662 or (323) 235-4243. <kruti222@yahoo.com>.

Political Action:

Vigils , Meetings & Demonstrations:

Sorry but due to space constraints we cannot always list the recurring vigils, meetings & demonstrations in our print edition. However, they will be on our website (<www.change-links.org>). For Peace Vigils, also please check <www.neighborsforpeaceandjustice.org> or <www.peacenowar.net/Region.htm> and let us know of any updates to our listings. We are moving more OnGoing events to the Website. Donations for an expanded newspaper will restore these to the print edition on an ongoing basis.

Raise Hell

Raise Hell for Molly Ivins Campaign is a strategy to end the War in Iraq. They seek to create a “Citizens’ Lobby” to inundate local political offices once a month on the same day to end the war. (310) 450-5592. <www.raisehellformollyivins.org>.

Saturdays

Every Day is Earth Day

Food Not Bombs hosts a regular action to demonstrate caring and sharing. Bring toys, food, sports supplies and more to care for the homeless. Saturdays and Sundays. Noon - 7 PM. Oceanfront Walk & Windward Ave and at Dudley.

Sundays

Arlington West

Arlington West Santa Monica. Volunteers desperately needed to keep the memorial going. 6 AM - 4 PM. (323) 934-3451. <larry@arlingtonwestsantamonica.org>. <www.arlingtonwestsantamonica.org>.

Thursdays

Haiti Vigil

A regular vigil calling for the safe return of kidnapped Haitian human rights activist Lovinsky Pierre-Antoine, missing since Aug. 2007. Noon to 1 PM. Brazilian Consulate, 8484 Wilshire Blvd., LA. (323) 276-9833.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Amnesty Volunteers

Volunteers are responsible for important tasks including distribution of reports to the media, information gathering, helping to maintain country files and keeping local groups abreast of developments regarding human rights issues Amnesty is involved with. Write to Amnesty International, 1999 Overland Ave., Suite 111, LA, 90064. (310) 815-0450. <aiusala@aiusa.org>.

Food Not Bombs

Food Not Bombs (FNB) shares free vegan food with the homeless and all others in need in protest against the effects of capitalism & military spending. All FNB collectives need volunteers. SoCal groups: <www.geocities.com/socalfnb>. Global directories: <www.foodnotbombs.net/contacts.html> and the “food not bombs chapters” entry at <www.infoshop.org/wiki>. Group updates may be added to the wiki or sent to <menu@foodnotbombs.net> or the worldwide listserve (subscribe: <lists.riseup.net/www/info/fnbnetwork>). <www.foodnotbombs.net>. Some SoCal listings are on our website.

Announcements

Community Services:

Activist Security Training

The Ruckus Society recently created a security team to deal with internet and other security issues that activists face. If you are interested in gaining security training in the future, or knowing more about this process, please contact Megan at <megan@ruckus.org>.

Car-Free Santa Barbara

<www.SantaBarbaraCarFree.org>. We’d like to know about other similar sites for regions in So Cal.

Cuban Medical School

 Latin American School of Medicine, in Havana, Cuba. <ifconews.org> (english version), click on “Medical School.” Or <www.elacm.sld.cu> (Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina, spanish version).

FOIA

Freedom of Information Act. How to use the Act to get your own FOIA file: <www.rcfp.org/foiact>. Get a deceased person’s file: <www.getgrandpasfbifile.com>.

Help the Homeless

“Street Lawyer: A WIKI to End and Prevent Homelessness.” <wiki.nlchp.org>.

Homeless & Hungry

LA Coalition to End Hunger and Homelessness People’s Guide. How to get food, money, housing, health care and other help from government programs and community services if you live in LA County and need help in hard times. To order printed copies of the People’s Guide, please contact Laura Calderón. (213) 251-0041 x 100 <laura@lacehh.org>. <www.lacehh.org>.

Immigrant Rights list

To spread news, organize, and of course most importantly, for ICE raid response work. <lists.riseup.net/www/subscribe/ieira>.

Recycle for Peace

We need: sculptures, jewelry, rugs, paintings, art books, toys and games, prints, silver, linens, special fabrics, pottery & dishes, small furniture, household items, etc. We also give estate disposal assistance. Tax deductible. To donate, to schedule a pick-up, or for a schedule of future sales contact the Closet Liberal, benefitting Office of the Americas’ Peace and Justice struggle. (323) 295-2306.

Seeking Tenants’ Information

Tenants on “Section 8” Rent Subsidy Waiting List with the City of Los Angeles Housing Authority. We are looking for tenants or people who know of tenants who have been on the City Waiting List for a long period of time. Please contact Coalition for Economic Survival (CES), 514 Shatto Place, Suite 270 , LA, CA 90020; (213)252-4411. <contactces@earthlink.net>. <www.CESinAction.org>.

Women’s Non-Violence Centers

How to Start an Independent Advocacy Center to End Violence Against Women: <peek.snipurl.com/29-change>. Cómo iniciar un centro independiente de defensa para poner fin a la violencia contra las mujeres: <peek.snipurl.com/30-change>. <peek.snipurl.com/30-change>.

Raza Press & Media Association

“The only Mexican-Raza journalist organization consistently advancing and building revolutionary anti-imperialist media as a strategic component in the liberation of Raza and all oppressed people throughout the world.” <razapressassociation.org/blog>.

Job Resources:

The following is only a sampling of current local job listings. Many of the organizations represented in ChangeLinks post job openings on their websites and a list of ongoing resources will be added over time to the ChangeLinks web-based calendar.

Idealist.org Jobs Board

Worldwide database of Nonprofit and Government Agency jobs. This looks like a very useful resource. <www.idealist.org/if/as/Job>. (CL 2009-07)

California Faculty Association (CFA)

A statewide union representing more than 22,000 faculty members, librarians, coaches, and counselors of the California State University (CSU). A current Northern or Southern CA position is open for General Manager. <www.calfac.org>, click on “CFA employment opportunities.” (CL 2009-07)

Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens (CUAFG)

Located at Fairview Gardens in Goleta. Currently seeking a permanent Executive Director. <fairviewgardens.org>, click on “Who We Are / Staff” then on “Executive Director Position Description.” (CL 2009-07)

Coalition for Economic Survival (CES)

LA. Tenant Organizer position currently open in LA. <cesinaction.org>, click on “Job Openings.” (CL 2009-07)

Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights in LA (CHIRLA)

LA. CHIRLA Policy Advocate position currently open in LA. <chirla.org>, click on “Internships and Employment.” (CL 2009-07)

Community Health Councils, Inc. (CHC)

CHC’s goals include increased access to quality healthcare. LA. Current LA positions open for Policy Director, Community Organizer and Database Specialist. <chc-inc.org>, click on “Employment Opportunities.” (CL 2009-07)

Enterprise Community Partners

Nationwide locations. Program officer position currently open in LA. <careers.enterprisecommunity.org>. (CL 2009-07)

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation (NAPF)

Offices in Santa Barbara & DC. Paid & volunteer positions. Peace Leadership Coordinator paid position currently open in Santa Barbara. <www.wagingpeace.org>, click on “About / Opportunities.” (CL 2009-07)

South Asian Network (SAN)

Office in Artesia. Communications Associate part-time position currently open in Artesia. <southasiannetwork.org>, click on “Employment / Internship Opportunities.” (CL 2009-07)

Military & Draft:

Anti-Draft Website

Dedicated to shattering the myths surrounding the selective service system and to help build a mass civil disobedience to stop the draft before it gets started. <scott@draftresistance.org>. <www.draftresistance.org>.

Anti-Draft Website

No Draft No Way. (212) 633-6646. <troopsoutnow.org> or<www.NoDraftNoWay.org> (probably a bad URL) .

Counter Recruitment

Counter Recruitment Resources for Educators to Stop the War. <www.educatorstostopthewar.org/antimilitaryrecruitment.htm>.

Counter Recruitment Resources

National Network Opposing the Militarization of Youth (NNOMY). Retains resources & pamphlets and a list of organizations involved in CR work on their website. <www.nnomy.org/joomla>. 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. <www.nnomy.org/joomla>.

Counter-Recruitment / Spanish

New Counter-Recruitment Website in Spanish El Proyecto YANO tiene el placer de invitarlos a visitar nuestra nueva página electrónica: <projectyano.org/espanol>.

GI Rights

Hotline: (800) 394-9544 & (877) 447- 4487. <www.girights.org>. Email them for a sample set of their info cards and stickers and a price list: <jimhabersf@yahoo.com>. (Donations are welcome.)

Opt-Out

The Pentagon, in violation of the Privacy Act, has compiled and put into use 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 national military recruiting list. <www.leavemychildalone.org>.

Post CO Statements

“We Go On Record” provides the first way in which people concerned about a draft can register their objection to war on the web. Conscientious Objectors: the Catholic Peace Fellowship. <www.wegoonrecord.org>.

Progressive GI Newspaper

“GI Special” Occupation News Bulletin. Since May 2003, Thomas Barton has been distributing this comprehensive daily compilation of news about our government’s immoral war without end. <www.williambowles.info/gispecial/2007>.

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): <www.save.org>. Vets 4 Vets: (520) 319-5500, <www.vets4vets.us>, a peer support group for recent vets. National Veterans Foundation: (888) 777-4443, <www.nvf.org> (this may be a bad URL). We do not vouch for any of these being *progressive* resources.

Recruiter Abuse & Pressure

Need your Help! Collecting stories of kids harassed, lied to, pressured or abused by Military Recruiters for a report by WILPF to the UN Children’s Rights Committee to advance and protect the human rights of our children. Based in Tucson. (520) 312-9988. <www.wilpf.org> & <www.wilpftucson.org>.

Recruiter Abuse Hotline

(877) 688-6881. <peek.snipurl.com/36-change>.

Resisters’ Website

<www.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 or (647) 393-3096. <resisters@sympatico.ca>.

Music:

Radical Marching Band

A call for musicians to join a radical big marching band for protest, shows, parties and more. All instruments welcome. <drum-core@live.com>.

The French Semester

A roots indie rock band based in LA wishes to offer its performance services free of charge to the left activist community. “Memorable indie pop while singing about Third Worldism, and a very nuanced anti-globalization.” <www.myspace.com/thefrenchsemester>.

Police Issues:

CopWatch LA

A call for people who have been brutalized, harassed, or had family members murdered by the police: if you have videos please send them in. Mobile alerts on police actions to your cell phone by area or specific to ICE anti-migrant actions. Mobile devices can subscribe by sending a TXT: !join copwatchlosangelesguerrillas To: <alert@raisethefist.com>. (More info at <www.raisethefist.com/ern>.) <www.CopWatchLA.org/alertsystem>. (877) 8-NO-COPS or (562) 252-8501. <CopWatchLA [at] copwatchla.org> or <LongBeach [at] copwatchla.org>. (These email addresses may be bad.) <www.copwatchla.org>.

Police Brutality Issues in LA:

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 W. Temple St., #1184, LA, CA 90012, (213) 974-7601, <www.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, <peek.snipurl.com/35-change> & <www.myspace.com/ISFOUNDATION>. (Also see CopWatch LA, above.)

Southern California Immigration Coalition (SCIC)

A coalition of over 30 organizations covering diverse sectors, such as labor, students, teachers, community-based organization working with immigrants rights, etc. denouncing ICE raids & demanding FULL legalization. (323) 602-3480. <www.immigrationcoalition.org>.

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. <www.progressivesecretary.org>.

Campus Activism

A national calendar of conferences, actions, etc. <www.campusactivism.org>.

Urgent Action Network

Office of the Americas has an Urgent Action Network whose members call, fax, write or email others for emergency political actions. Office of The Americas, 8124 West Third Street, Suite 202, Los Angeles, California 90048. (323) 852-9808. <OOA@igc.org>. <www.officeoftheamericas.org>.

Submit:

Hard Times Stories

Deadline 15 Jul 2009. Contest Prize $500. First Person Arts seeks “In These Hard Times” Stories from around the country. <www.firstpersonamerica.org>.

HIV/AIDS Anthology

Deadline 14 Aug 2009. Literary criticism, critical essays, poetry, fiction, literary nonfiction, creative writings, and visual art. <writingcontests.wordpress.com/2009/05/28/aids-anthology-call-for-submissions>. (CL 2009-07)

Immigrant Stories #1

Call for Stories of “Decisive Moments” from Immigrants. Would your story make a good movie? <blogs.edweek.org/edweek/learning-the-language>, look for the June 19, 2009 blog entry. <www.choosingamerica.com>.

Immigrant Stories #2

Southern California Public Radio wants your help in exploring the impact of immigration on families, communities and the economy. Filling out their form will give them confidential access to you for current and future news coverage. <tinyurl.com/SCPR-Immigration>. (CL 2009-07)

Veteran Interviews

Looking for recent vets to augment the interviews found in the truth in recruitment video “Before You Enlist” (<www.beforeyouenlist.org>). Ideally an Afghanistan theatre and/or wounded vet readjusting to civilian life. (215) 241-7176. <youthmil@afsc.org>. (CL 2009-07)

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