29] Eurasia Strategy -- June 16
30] U.S.-R.O.K. Alliance – June 16
31] Peace vigil
at White House –
June 16
32]
WIB peace vigil – June 16
33] Air Quality
workshop –
June 16
34] Child Labor – June 16
35] DCRAPP Meeting – June 16
36] Black Lives
Matter vigil – June 16
38] North Korea – June 16
39] Resisting Islamophobia
– June 16
40] Ballroom Dancing – June
16
41] ACLU-MD will be honored at
Pride 2017. –
June 17 & 18
42] Toddler Storytime – June 17
43] Represent Maryland
meeting – June 17
44] West Chester peace
vigil – June 17
45] Annual Juneteenth
Celebration – June 17
46] Socialists march in
Pride Parade – June 17
47] Healthcare
is a Human Right film – June 17
48] World Refugee Day – June 17
49] Support the
Wheeler family who lost their home in a fire
50] Sign up with Washington Peace
Center
51] Donate books, videos, DVDs
and records
52] Do you need any book shelves?
53] Join the Global Zero campaign
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29]
– The
Stimson Center's East Asia Program is hosting a talk Eurasia Strategy: American
and Japanese Perspectives. This is a discussion on how the U.S. and Japan
should approach strategy in Eurasia. It will take place on Fri., June 16
at 9:30 to 11 AM at The Stimson Center, 1211 Connecticut Ave. NW, 8th Floor,
WDC 20036. RSVP https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM25C13aUnjG2WC6KrFHzi8lO1pwkE5YSC19FVY14Z0RKrtQ/viewformP.
In an era of globalization, it is increasingly difficult to have
region-specific discourse when discussing a country’s national security strategy.
In particular, we have seen in recent years a growing connectivity between the
developments in Europe and Asia. One might say the time is ripe to discuss
Eurasia strategy. In partnership with the Canon Institute for Global Studies
(CIGS), Stimson's Japan Program will convene a conversation among four experts
on regional affairs, two Washington-based and two Tokyo-based, representing a
wide array of regional expertise from the Middle East to East Asia, to discuss
how the U.S. and Japan need to be thinking about their approach to Eurasia, an
emerging strategic theater. The discussion will be moderated by Yuki Tatsumi,
Director of Stimson's Japan Program.
30]
– On
Fri., June 16 from 10 AM to 4:30 PM, hear about "New Administrations and
the U.S.-R.O.K. Alliance: Challenges and Way Forward" from 15 speakers at
the Wilson Center, Sixth Floor, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, WDC. RSVP
at http://pages.wilsoncenter.org/20017-06-165thUS-ROKDialogue_Registration.html.
31]
–
On Fri., June 16 from noon to 1 PM, join the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker in a
vigil urging the powers that be to abolish war and torture, to disarm all
weapons, to end indefinite detention, to close Guantanamo, to establish justice
for all and help create the Beloved Community! This vigil will take place at
the White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Contract Art @ artlaffin@hotmail.com or at
202-360-6416.
32]
–
On Fri., June 16 from noon to 1 PM, join a Women in Black peace vigil. A vigil
will take place in McKeldin Square at the corner of Light and Pratt Sts. Stay
for as long as you can. Wear black. Dress for who knows what kind of weather.
Bring your own poster or help with the "NO WAR IN MY NAME" banner.
When there are others to stand with, you don't need to carry the burden alone.
Do this to be in solidarity with others....when everything around us says “Be
afraid of the stranger.” Carpool and
parking available. Just send an email that you need a ride [mailto:wibbaltimore@peacepath911.org]. Peace signs will be
available.
33]
–
On Fri., June 16 from 12:30 to
4:30 PM, attend the workshop in Philadelphia – Health Consequences of poor air
quality, Hear about the effects of air quality on communities in the vicinity
of Philadelphia's refineries. The workshop is at South Philadelphia Health and
Literacy Center, 1700 S Broad St. See http://www.psr.org/news-events/events/workshop-health-impacts-air-quality.html.
34]
–
Join the Child Labor Coalition for a Congressional Briefing
on Fri, June 16 from 1 to 2 PM in the Rayburn House Office Building, Room
2172. The subject of discussion is US
Policy and its Impact on Child Labor and Trafficking with 2014 Nobel Peace Prize
Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, in cooperation with the Congressional Caucus on Human
Trafficking. RSVP to Shasti
Conrad at shasti@satyarthi.org.
35]
–
The next DCRAPP (Release Aging People in Prison) Monthly Coalition Meeting will
be at the BF Senior Wellness Center, 3531 Georgia Ave. NW, WDC 20010, on Fri.,
June 16 from 3 to 4:15 PM. DCRAPP is working together with
other campaigns, groups, and organizations to take on the crucial issue of
people aging and dying in prison without justification. There are elderly DC
prisoners who are trapped in the federal prison system due to denials of
parole, compassionate release, and clemency. Come out to the next coalition
meeting to learn more about this issue; DCRAPP plans to usher in
change; and how you can become involved in the campaign. Email dcrappcampaign@gmail.com or visit www.rappcampaign.com.
36]
– There is usually a silent vigil
on Fridays, from 5 to 6 PM, sponsored by Homewood Friends Meeting, outside the
Homewood Friends Meetinghouse, 3107 N. Charles St. The next scheduled
vigil is on June 16. Black Lives Matter.
37]
–
On Fri., June 16 at 5 PM at Red Emma's Bookstore
Coffeehouse, 30 W. North Ave., Baltimore 21201, get over to the RADICAL PRIDE
HAPPY HOUR. The evening will feature leaders from local queer
and trans organizations speaking about the radical history of Pride, the
current issues affecting our communities, and how we can get involved in the
queer and trans activism happening in Baltimore. Call 443-602-7585. RSVP
at http://www.redemmas.org.
38]
– On
Fri., June 16 at 5 PM, hear from John Sano, Institute for World Politics
professor, who will opine on "North Korea: Time for a New Approach" at
the Institute for World Politics, 1521 16th St. NW, WDC. RSVP at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-korea-time-for-a-new-approach-tickets-34874836575.
39]
– Resisting Islamophobia: A Social Justice Iftar will be
happening at St. Stephen's Church, 1525 Newton St. NW, WDC, on Fri., June 16
from 7 to 10 PM, hosted by DC Justice for Muslims Coalition
(DC-JMC). This event will focus on connecting activists around the theme
of Islamophobia and the ways in which we can uplift those most impacted by this
system of oppression. Attendees will have a chance to network and strategize on
challenging Islamophobia as well as to celebrate the successes folks have had
this year in fighting back! Connect at https://www.facebook.com/events/307595176329766/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%223%22%2C%22ref_newsfeed_story_type%22%3A%22regular%22%2C%22feed_story_type%22%3A%22263%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D.
40]
– There
is an opportunity to participate in ballroom dancing, usually every Friday of
the month, in the JHU ROTC Bldg. at 8 PM. Turn south on San Martin
Dr. from the intersection of Univ. Parkway and 39th St. Drive on campus
by taking the third left turn. The next dance will be June 16. Call
Dave Greene at 410-599-3725.
41]
– ACLU-MD
will be honored at Pride 2017. March in the parade on Sat., June 17, and
volunteer at the festival on Sat., June 17 and Sun., June 18. The ACLU of
Maryland is THRILLED that the Baltimore Pride Committee has named it as “Organization
of the Year!” This is a great honor. You're invited to proudly march with the
ACLU! Go to http://www.aclu-md.org/.
42]
– Participate
in Toddler Storytime to Benefit Local Refugees at the Electric Maid, 268
Carroll St. NW, Takoma Park 20012, on Sat., June 17 from 10 to 11 AM,
hosted by the Takoma Parents Action Coalition. Connect at https://www.facebook.com/events/1812149389113508/.
The hour is presented by the Asylum Seeker Assistance Project (ASAP). The
lesson is based on the book, "Mama Panya's Pancakes." The
facilitators will use movement, song, visuals, and foreign language to discuss
the importance of sharing and welcoming the stranger. This lesson runs
approximately one hour and will be led by Joanie (the director of ASAP) and
Judith (a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo). This event is a
fundraiser for the amazing work ASAP does to serve refugees: give what you can (suggested
donation of $10-25), and no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
43]
– Represent
Maryland will host a meeting on Sat., June 17 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
at the Waverly Library, 400 E 33rd St., Baltimore 21218. RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/1863264830665850.
Learn about what we are doing to pass an anti-corruption resolution in
Baltimore city and what you can do to help! A description of the American
Anti-Corruption Act will be made, and how it helps to fix our broken
elections and political system. Read about the law at www.anticorruptionact.org.
44]
– Each
Saturday, 11 AM – 1 PM, Chester County Peace Movement holds a peace vigil in
West Chester in front of the Chester County Courthouse, High & Market Sts.
Go to www.ccpeace.org. Email ccpeacemovement@aol.com.
45]
– Get
over to the Annual Juneteenth Celebration at the Walker Mill Regional Park,
8840 Walker Mill Rd., District Heights, on Sat., June 17 from noon to 5 PM,
hosted by Prince George's County Dept. of Parks and Rec. Connect at https://www.facebook.com/events/1890397017902654/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%223%22%2C%22ref_newsfeed_story_type%22%3A%22regular%22%2C%22feed_story_type%22%3A%22361%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D.
On June 19th, 1865 Union soldiers marched into the south with news that the
civil war had ended and the enslaved were free. With liberated hearts, former
slaves took to the streets to rejoice. This emancipation day is known as
Juneteenth. Bring your family, blanket and lawn chairs for a joyous day
of live entertainment, genealogy workshops, children's activities, exhibitions
and historical interpretation.
46]
– On Sat., June 17 at 12:30 at N. Charles and W. Madison
Sts, Workers World Party will be part of the 2017 Parade March. Join an
exciting contingent "WWP fighting for LGBTQ Liberation from 1969 to
2017". Bring musical instruments, your voice, help make banners and signs
and much more. Go to https://www.meetup.com/Socialists4Baltimore/events/240792036/?refund_policy=true&rv=ea1&_af=event&_af_eid=240792036&response=3&action=rsvp&https=on&fromEmail=240792036.
47]
– Healthcare is a Human Right Maryland [http://www.hchrmd.org]
is showing a series of films. The first will be on Sat., June 17 from 1:30 to
3:30 PM, called “Fix It: Healthcare
at the Tipping Point,” at the Miller Branch Library,
9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City 21042. Email hchrmaryland@gmail.com. View the
film to learn how a single-payer U.S. public health insurance system would
advance social justice and economic efficiency and why many consumers and
businesses like this proposed reform. Discussion will cover ways we can
engage now in making this vision a reality.
48] -- Come to World
Refugee Day on Sat., June 17 from 2 to 5 PM, which celebrates our neighbors who have
recently settled in Baltimore. The afternoon includes youth and
adult performers who share the rich customs and cultures from their
countries, including Guinea, Syria, Myanmar, and the Democratic Republic
of the Congo. Experience music and dance performances, free family art-making
activities, face painting, global cuisine, craft vendors, networking, and
workshops. World Refugee Day Baltimore is produced by Creative Alliance in
partnership with International Rescue Committee and Baltimore City Community
College Refugee Youth Project, with support from Soccer Without Borders. Go
to http://www.creativealliance.org/events/2017/world-refugee-day-street-festival.
Volunteer opportunities are available! Email samantha@creativealliance.org.
The Creative Alliance at The Patterson is
at 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore 21224. Email info@creativealliance.org or call 410/276-1651.
49]
– Activists Joyce and Tim Wheeler
now live in Sequim, Washington, but
their son, Morgan and his family have lived in the Wheeler’s Baltimore
home, 816 Beaumont Avenue for some time. Tragically, at 3 AM on
February 4, the home was burned
beyond recognition. Morgan was able to get his family out, but the house
and its contents are totally destroyed. Morgan's
daughter, Erin, has created a Go Fund Me page which you can access below. Anything
you are able to contribute to support Morgan
and his family would be greatly appreciated.
Go to https://www.gofundme.com/a7y7m-fire-leaves-family-with-nothing?ssid=904794688&pos=2.
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50]
-- The
Washington Peace Center has a progressive calendar & activist alert!
Consider signing up to receive its weekly email: info@washingtonpeacecenter.org.
51]
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If you would like to get rid of books, videos, DVDs or records, contact Max at
410-323-1607 or mobuszewski at verizon.net.
52]
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Can you use any book shelves? Contact Max at 410-366-1637 or mobuszewski at
verizon.net.
53]
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Join an extraordinary global campaign for the elimination of nuclear weapons: http://www.globalzero.org/sign-declaration.
A growing group of leaders around the world is calling for the elimination of
nuclear weapons and a majority of the global public agrees. This is an historic
window of opportunity. With momentum already building in favor of Zero, a
major show of support from people around the world could tip the balance. When
it comes to nuclear weapons, one is one too many.
Donations
can be sent to the Baltimore Nonviolence Center, 325 E. 25th St., Baltimore, MD
21218. Ph: 410-366-1637; Email: mobuszewski [at] verizon.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.
“One
is called to live nonviolently, even if the change one works for seems
impossible. It may or may not be possible to turn the US around through
nonviolent revolution. But one thing favors such an attempt: the total
inability of violence to change anything for the better" - Daniel Berrigan
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