Baltimore Activist Alert – January 5 – 7, 2020
"I speak as an American to the leaders of my own
nation. The great initiative in this war is ours. The initiative to stop it
must be ours." -Martin Luther King Jr.
Friends, this list and other email documents which I send
out are done under the auspices of the Baltimore Nonviolence Center. Go
to www.baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com.
If you appreciate this information and would like to make a donation, send
contributions to BNC, 325 East 25th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Max
Obuszewski can be reached at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net.
1] Books, buttons and
stickers
2] Web site for info on
federal legislation
3] Get involved with NCNR
4] Nature’s Witness:
Wildlife Photography Exhibit through Feb. 28
5] Becoming Jane
Exhibition – through Summer 2020
6] Jews and the Environment – Jan. 5
7] “Productive Aging:
Octogenarians Passing On Our Wisdom” – Jan. 5
8] Canvass for Logan
Endow! – Jan. 5
9] Chasing Peace in the
Holy Land – Jan. 5
10] Film on gun violence -- Jan. 5
11] Vigil: Stand Up to
Antisemitism – Jan. 5
12] Understanding the Youth
Climate Movement – Jan. 5
13] Pentagon
Peace Vigil – Jan. 6
14] Urge Congress to Hold
Hearings on the ERA – Jan. 6
15] Healthy Masculinity
Training Institute – Jan. 6 to 8
16] Strategic Energy
Investment Advisory – Jan. 6
17] DC Rally for Postal
Workers – Jan. 6
18] Food Rescue Pop-Up at
Flourish – Jan. 6
19] Reception for Bill
Henry – Jan. 6
20] Pray for Peace – Jan. 6
21] Get Money
Out of Maryland – Jan. 6
22] Witness Against Torture
– Jan. 7 - 12
23] Town Hall Conversation
with Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos – Jan. 7
24] DC Statehood Phone Bank
– Jan. 7
25] Food rescue at YO –
Jan. 7
26] Pack the Room for the
Jack Evans Expulsion Hearing -- Jan. 7
27] Protest killer drone
research at JHU – Jan. 7
28] Meeting of Sunrise
Movement Baltimore – Jan. 7
29] Moms Demand Action – MD
– Jan. 7
30] Priority Climate
Legislation – Jan. 7
-------
1] – Buttons,
bumperstickers and books are available. “God Bless the Whole World,
No Exceptions” stickers are in stock. Call Max at 410-323-1607.
2] – To obtain information how your federal
legislators voted on particular bills, go to http://thomas.loc.gov/.
Congressional toll-free numbers are 888-818-6641, 888-355-3588 or 800-426-8073.
The White House Comment Email is accessible at http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/.
3] – THE ORGANIZING LIST will be the primary
decision-making mechanism of the National Campaign of Nonviolent Resistance
[NCNR]. It will be augmented by
conference calls and possibly in-person meetings as needed. It will
consist of 1 or 2 representatives from each local, regional, or national
organization (not coalitions) that wishes to actively work to carry out the
NCNR campaign of facilitating and organizing nonviolent resistance to U.S.
wars.
To join the ORGANIZING
List, please send your name, group affiliation, city and email address to
mobuszewski2001 at Comcast dot net. Different local chapters of a
national organization are encouraged to subscribe.
4] - On
Sun., Dec. 15, 2019 through Feb. 28, 2020 from 9 AM to 5 PM, see Nature’s
Witness: Wildlife Photography Exhibit hosted by the National Wildlife
Federation at the American Association for the Advancement of Science, 1200 New
York Ave. NW, WDC 20005. Come marvel at “Nature’s Witness,” an exhibition of 50
powerful wildlife photographs chosen to inspire conservation. Free and open to
the public, this National Wildlife Federation exhibit will run until Feb. 28,
2020.
All
50 images were entries in annual National Wildlife® Photo Contests, which draw
more than 22,000 images from around the world every year. Within the exhibit,
one group of images titled “Nature’s Challenge” will raise awareness about some
of the threats putting wildlife at risk today, including habitat loss, invasive
species, disease and climate change. Another set of photographs titled “Life’s
Essentials” will explore how people can help species thrive by gardening for
wildlife. Kids attending the exhibit — a family-friendly event — will also be
able to pick up a copy of Ranger Rick®, Ranger Rick Jr.™, Ranger Rick Cub™ or
one of the National Wildlife Federation’s many other children’s publications.
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2707182892665780/?event_time_id=2707182935999109.
5] – On
Sun., Jan. 5 from 10 AM to 6 PM, check out the Becoming Jane Exhibition, hosted
by the Jane Goodall Institute at the National Geographic Museum, 1145 17th
St. NW, WDC 20036. Tickets are at www.nationalgeographic.org. The exhibition will
continue through Summer 2020. Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane
Goodall Institute & UN Messenger of Peace, braved the unknown to give the
world a remarkable window into humankind’s closest living relatives:
chimpanzees. In this hands-on, transportive multimedia exhibition celebrating
her extraordinary life and work, you’ll explore Dr. Goodall’s early years
through iconic images and a multiscreen experience and venture on a 3D
exploration of Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park where she did her famous
behavioral research on chimps. You’ll also see a life-size hologram of Dr.
Goodall, enter a replica of her research tent, and learn about her current role
as a leader in community-centered conservation and youth empowerment. Before
you leave, you will find out what you can do today to make a positive impact in
the world.
The
museum is open 7 days a week from 10 AM to 6 PM (last ticket sold at 5 PM
daily.) Groups of 20 or more receive discounted museum admission. Contact groupsales@ngs.org to book your group
visit today. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/977953615906486/.
6]
– On
Sun., Jan. 5 from 10 to 11:30 AM, check out Jews and the Environment, hosted
by Hadassah Greater Baltimore, 3723 Old Court Road, Suite 205, Pikesville
21208. Join a professional panel of experts, and discuss pressing issues
in the environment. Learn how to take action. A light breakfast will be served.
Call 410-484-9590 (Sandy) to reserve your seat. $5 at the door. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2528567764081103/.
7] - Usually,
the Baltimore Ethical Society, 2521 St. Paul St., Baltimore 21218, meets on
Sundays, and generally there is a speaker and discussion at 10:30 AM. On
Sun., Jan. 5, the theme is “Productive Aging: Octogenarians
Passing On Our Wisdom.” Four panelists will address questions such as:
What are the best decisions I made in my life? What one choice would I
change, if I could do it over again? What interests and concerns have changed
over the years? What do I get pleasure from now? How do I engage social justice
issues in the 21st century: as a person of color, a female, a male, a senior
citizen? What preparations have I made for my own death? The panelists
are Elaine Breslaw, PhD (History); Argentine Craig, PhD (Applied
Behavioral Science/Human Development; Stephen Meskin, PhD
(Mathematics), and Gordon Stills, MS (Education Administration). Call 410-581-2322 or email ask@bmorethical.org.
8]
– On
Sun., Jan. 5 from 11 AM to 2 PM, join the DSA City Council Canvass D4 is hosted
by the Baltimore Democratic Socialists of America at 528 E Belvedere Ave.,
Baltimore 21212. This is a canvass for endorsed District 4 City Council
candidate and *chapter-member* Logan Endow! Get a brief training prior to
the canvass, use the buddy system, and supply super great DSA lit. Talk to
folks about Bernie! Canvass for the time you have free. If you have a DSA
t-shirt, it'd be a good idea to wear. And don't forget water and comfy
shoes! Reach out to electoral@baltimoredsa.org
if you have any questions! Check out https://www.facebook.com/events/1300655480124350/.
9]
– On Sun., Jan.
5 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, get with Chasing Peace in the Holy Land, hosted
by St. Columba's Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle St. NW, WDC 20016.
Ambassador Philip C. Wilcox, former Chief of Mission at the US Consulate in
Jerusalem and President of the Foundation for Middle East Peace, will speak
about the history of the conflict in Israel and Palestine, the many efforts to
bring about peace and justice, and what stands in the way. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2917845878237581/.
10] – On Sun., Jan. 5 from 2 to 4:30 PM, see a free
film "Trigger-Ripple Effect of Gun Violence," hosted by Moms
Demand Action – MD at St. John's Episcopal Church, Norwood Parish, Chevy
Chase-Bethesda, 6701 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase 20815. Join Moms Demand
Action with a coalition of gun violence prevention alliances to view the film,
followed by a discussion. The film frames gun violence as a public health
epidemic and focuses on the wider impact on people, families and communities.
RSVP at https://act.everytown.org/event/moms-demand-action-event/30429/.
11] – On Sun., Jan. 5 from 5 to 6 PM, be at a Vigil:
Stand Up to Antisemitism, hosted by Takoma Park Mobilization at 7035
Carroll Ave., Takoma Park 20912. Hear from clergy and local leaders: Rabbi
Rachel Hersh, Mayor Kate Stewart, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Montgomery County
Executive Marc Elrich, Councilmember Will Jawando, Rev. Julia Jarvis and Rabbi
Deborah Reichmann, and Rabbi Ethan Seidel. Observe with sadness recent violent
attacks on Jews at a rabbi’s home in Monsey, NY and a Jersey City kosher
grocery, as well as last year’s Tree of Life shooting in Pittsburgh that
claimed eleven lives. It is our duty and our practice to stand up for all
communities in need -- for immigrants, for Muslims, for LGBTQ+ individuals and
African American neighbors, for the poor and oppressed -- and against violence
and hatred.
The
site is a 5 minute walk from the Takoma Metro station. Visit https://mainstreettakoma.org/parking/
for parking information. See https://www.facebook.com/events/2719051388179580/.
12] -- On Sun., Jan.
5 from 6 to 8:30 PM, get with Profs & Pints: Understanding the Youth
Climate Movement at the Bier Baron Tavern and Comedy Loft, 1523 22nd St. NW,
WDC 20037. Go to profspintsyouthclimate.brownpapertickets.com. Hear
from Dana R. Fisher, professor of sociology at the University of Maryland,
director of its Program for Society and the Environment, and author of “American
Resistance: From the Women's March to the Blue Wave.” College students and
teenagers have become a major force demanding efforts to halt climate change.
Come gain an in-depth understanding of the youth climate movement, its
organizers and motivators, and its targets and tactics from a scholar of
environmentalism and recent social movements.
The
talk will give you a sophisticated perspective on the relationship between
environmentalism and democracy. Drawing from research the youth climate
movement along with research for her new book, American Resistance, Dr. Fisher
will frame the youth climate movement in the context of the current movement of
heightened activism and civic engagement in America. Advance tickets are $12.
At the door, it is $15. Save $2 with student ID. See https://www.facebook.com/events/817621138696682/.
13]
– There
is a weekly Pentagon Peace Vigil from 7 to 8 AM on Mondays, since 1987, outside
the Pentagon Metro stop. The next vigil is Jan. 6, and it is sponsored by
the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker. Email artlaffin@hotmail.com or call
202-882-9649. The vigil will be outside the Pentagon's south Metro
entrance and in the designated "protest zone" behind
bicycle fences across from the entrance to the Metro. By Metro, take
Yellow Line and get out at the "Pentagon" stop. Do not go to the
Pentagon City stop! Go up south escalators and turn left and walk across to
protest area. By car from D.C. area, take 395 South and get off
at Exit 8A-Pentagon South Parking. Take slight right onto S. Rotary
Rd. at end of ramp and right on S. Fern St. Then take left onto Army
Navy Dr. You can "pay to park" on Army Navy Dr., and there is
meter parking one block on right on Eads St. Payment for both of these
spots begin at 8 AM. No cameras are allowed on Pentagon grounds.
Restrooms are located inside Marriott Residence Inn on corner of S.
Fern and Army Navy Dr.
14]
– Urge
Congress to Hold Hearings on the ERA, which would be supported by Katrina's
Dream. Each Monday, including Jan. 6, at 8 AM, make calls to Senator
Graham at (202) 224-5972 and your senators for the ERA. Hold hearings on S.J.
Res 6, and S.J. Res. 5 which calls for the removal of a deadline for passage of
the ERA. This will continue through Feb. 10. Click on this link https://bit.ly/2T1B8wp, and check out https://www.facebook.com/events/246467582967063/?event_time_id=246467699633718.
15]
–
Starting on Mon., Jan. 6 at 9 AM through Wed., Jan. 8 ending at 5 PM, attend a
Healthy Masculinity Training Institute, hosted by Men Can Stop Rape, 1130
6th St. NW, WDC 20001. Men Can Stop Rape (MCSR) is internationally recognized
for our approach to positively mobilizing men in the prevention of sexual and
domestic violence through healthy masculinity. During the past 22 years, more
than 200 million people have come through pioneering healthy masculinity youth
development programs, public education campaigns, trainings, and
presentations. The three-day HMTI is the most comprehensive training
available for mobilizing men and boys in the primary prevention of gender-based
violence through healthy masculinity. The training will be at the True
Reformer Building, Marsh Conference Room, 1200 U Street NW, W DC 20009. REGISTER
at www.mcsr.org. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/478299679445830/.
16] –
Can you join Progressive Democrats of America in the Hart Senate Building any
time between 9 AM and 5 PM, starting on Mon. Jan. 6th? Encourage the
Senate to convict President Trump. Email ikefox@pdamerica.org.
16]
– On
Mon., Jan. 6 from 11 AM to 1 PM, attend a Strategic Energy Investment Advisory
Board Meeting, hosted by Maryland Energy Administration, 1800 Washington
Blvd., Baltimore 21230. Participants may also elect to attend via
webinar, so please register for the webinar here: https://bit.ly/2DOEyIC . Those who wish
to attend in person should contact landon.fahrig@maryland.gov
to arrange to have access to the building and parking. To view the agenda,
click here: https://bit.ly/2OU5Fs4. Check out https://www.facebook.com/events/1472697562886656/.
17] -- On Mon., Jan.
6 from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM, join a DC Rally for Postal Workers, hosted
by Our Revolution DC at 475 L'Enfant Prom SW, WDC 20024. Show support for
beleaguered US Postal Service workers under siege from the outsourcers in the
Trump administration. The American Postal Workers Union will be delivering a
petition to the Postmaster General with over 350,000 signatures opposing
privatization. Please sign up below: https://www.mobilize.us/ourrevolution/event/186683/.
See https://www.facebook.com/events/997539580603513/.
18] -- On Mon., Jan. 6 from 3 to 4
PM, get with a Food Rescue Pop-Up at Flourish, 3418 Belair Road, Baltimore
21213-1233. Bring a bag, take home healthy, free food! Check out https://www.facebook.com/events/301851223848295/?event_time_id=301851360514948.
19] –
On Mon., Jan. 6 from 5:30 to 7 PM, there is a reception for Bill Henry at
Cinghiale, 822 Lancaster St., Baltimore 21202. Your contribution will
send a clear message - Baltimore demands accountability. Councilperson
Bill Henry has a plan to get better results for Baltimore as your next
Baltimore City Comptroller, the most important office for government
accountability and transparency. Bill believes we need a City Comptroller who
will provide thorough, independent oversight of the City’s fiscal and policy affairs.
As Comptroller, Bill will protect the public interest through the office’s
crucial roles in budgeting, auditing, and managing the City's real
estate. In 12 years on the City Council, Bill has championed efforts that
hold government accountable, empower communities, and grow the tax base. Checks
should be made payable to Friends of Bill Henry, 516 N. Charles St., Suite 212,
Baltimore 21201. See https://www.facebook.com/events/449018645781761/.
20] – On Mon., Jan.
6 from 6 to 7 PM, get over to the Pray For Peace Candlelight Vigil, hosted
by Faith in Public Life at the White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., WDC
20500. Shared faith values inspire people to be peacemakers and to live by faith,
not fear. Call for peace and condemn the violence that is being inflicted and
incited by our president on our border, in our country, and across the world.
President Trump’s latest decision to recklessly assassinate of the military
commander of Iran’s Quds Force will cause more violence and bloodshed in a
region already facing endless wars. Congress must stop the escalation of war
with Iran. Look at https://www.facebook.com/events/875725669497537/.
21] – Join the Get Money Out of Maryland
Teleconference on Mon., Jan. 6 from 8:30 to 9:30 PM. There are two
ways to join the conference: Dial 1 929 205 6099, and then use meeting ID: 512
862 260. Or Click on your device if you have downloaded the app from Zoom. The
focus will be on organizational sign-ups, public relations, and logistics for
the January 20 observance.
22] – Witness Against Torture [mailto:contact@witnessagainsttorture.com]
will be in D.C. for its annual Fast for Justice and
Week of Action in Washington, DC January 7 - 12 to mark 18 outrageous years of
Guantanamo Prison. RSVP at http://www.witnessagainsttorture.com/2019/11/06/come-to-dc-for-wats-fast-for-justice-jan-7-13-2020/?mc_cid=c05d4a5248&mc_eid=5ae22dbd02.
23] – On Tues., Jan. 7 from 10 to 11:30 AM,
catch a Town Hall Conversation with Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos, hosted
by the Atlantic Council, 1030 15th St. NW, WDC 20005. Look at
atlanticcouncil.org. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will share his
perspective on the current state of US-Greek cooperation in a shifting global
context, Greece’s role in the transatlantic relationship, and the complex
political and economic situation in the Eastern Mediterranean and the
international implications. He has served in his current position since
July 2019 and has led the New Democracy party, a member of the European
People’s Party, since 2016. He was first elected to the Hellenic Parliament in
2004 to represent the Athens B constituency, and he has also served as Minister
of Administrative Reform and e-Governance and the Leader of the
Opposition. Under his leadership, Greece is emerging from a critical
decade in their history as a key strategic ally and dynamic economic actor,
providing reliable partnership and dedicated leadership in an otherwise
turbulent region. Look at https://www.facebook.com/events/700586457012542/.
24] – Can you participate in a DC Statehood Phone Bank on Tues., Jan.
7 from 10 AM to 6 PM at the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW,
WDC 20004 in room G-9. Join the Washington, DC Statehood Office for a DC
Statehood Phone Bank. Call state legislatures across the US to raise awareness
of DC residents' lack of full and equal voting representation in
Congress. Phones, scripts, materials, and light refreshments will
be provided. The Phone Bank continues each Tuesday. See
https://www.facebook.com/events/673834763077915/?event_time_id=673834836411241.
25]
– On
Tues., Jan. 7 from noon to 1 PM, Food Rescue at YO! Baltimore West, 1510 W.
Lafayette Ave., Baltimore 21217. Get fresh, delicious, free food. Bring a
bag. Bring a friend! Take what you want. The last date is Feb. 11. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/403785397093000/?event_time_id=403785437092996.
26] –
On Tues., Jan. 7 from noon to 2 PM, Pack the Room for the Jack Evans
Expulsion Hearing, hosted by Sack Jack at the John A. Wilson
Building, Room 500. The DC Council is holding a public hearing on whether
to expel Jack Evans ahead of their final vote on the matter on January 21st.
It's important that the public show up to remind the Council that we're paying
attention and want them to follow through on expulsion! "There will
be no testimony from the public. Chairman Mendelson and Councilmember Evans
will make opening statements. Councilmember Evans, or his representative, will
make his case. Witnesses may be called by either side, however, pursuant to
Council Rule 653(g)(3), testimony can only be taken from witnesses having
direct knowledge of facts or circumstances relevant to the specific charges
under consideration. Councilmembers will have up to 10 minutes each to question
any witnesses. Councilmember Evans’s representative may question witnesses on
his behalf. Both sides will then make any closing statements." Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/618262412275884/.
27]
– Vigil to say "No
Drone Research at JHU" at 33rd and N. Charles Sts. on Tuesday,
Jan. 7 from 5 to 6 PM. Contact Max at mobuszewski2001 at Comcast dot net
or 410-323-1607.
28] –
On Tues., Jan. 7 from
6:30 to 8 PM, come to a Hub Meeting of Sunrise Movement Baltimore at the Four
Hour Day Lutherie, 4305 Harford Road, Baltimore 21214. Review December's
activities, plan the launch of the 2020 strategy, learn about ways to get
involved in the movement and enjoy snacks and get to know each other! Send a
message if you need a ride! Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1017694671919740/.
29] –
On Tues., Jan. 7 from 6:30 to 8 PM, Meet the Moms & Learn about Advocacy
Day - Baltimore County, hosted by Moms Demand Action – MD at the Baltimore
County Public Library, 320 York Road, Towson 21204. Help end gun violence
in America. Learn about actions you can take now and hear from gun violence
prevention leaders and experts about the work planned in the months ahead.
Learn ways to communicate with your legislators and what to expect on Advocacy
Day in Annapolis on January 30th. RSVP at https://act.everytown.org/event/moms-demand-action-event/30330/.
Get with https://www.facebook.com/events/460076971312615/.
30] – On
Tues., Jan. 7 from 7 to 9 PM, check out Priority Climate Legislation, hosted
by Chesapeake Education, Arts, and Research Society (CHEARS) at the
Greenbelt Community Center, Room 114, 15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt. Learn about
the next big pieces of climate legislation being introduced in Annapolis this
legislative session. Emily Frias from Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN)
will be presenting about a new, economy-wide Greenhouse Gas Reduction Act
(GGRA) plan. This reform bill is being introduced by our very own Senator
Paul Pinsky. Maryland currently has a plan to reduce overall greenhouse gas
reductions to 40% of 2006 levels by 2030. However, this is not enough of a
reduction to be in line with where the science says we need to be to avoid
climate catastrophe. In addition, there is no current plan for reaching
net-zero carbon emissions. Join us to learn all about the new proposed GGRA
legislation, including new proposed targets, immediate emergency action steps,
as well as equity and labor considerations being included. Emily will also be
speaking briefly about other priority legislation, including a bill to end
incentives for trash incineration and a climate test for new pipeline projects.
With the legislative session right around the corner, you don't want to miss
this meeting! Contact Lore Rosenthal, Greenbelt Climate Action Network, at lore@simplicity-matters.org or
301-345-2234. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/994338910942320/.
To be continued
Donations
can be sent to the Baltimore Nonviolence Center, 325 E. 25th St., Baltimore, MD
21218. Ph: 410-323-1607; Email: mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.
"The
master class has always declared the wars; the subject class has always fought
the battles. The master class has had all to gain and nothing to lose, while
the subject class has had nothing to gain and everything to lose--especially
their lives." Eugene Victor Debs
No comments:
Post a Comment