http://hvan.org/ ActivistResource.org Activist Events Calendar. en-us Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 1 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss ActivistResource.org Custom using PHP/MySQL http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10860 General / Misc A minister, a rabbi and a priest walk into a radio station... This show addresses issues of progressive spirituality, and airs every Tuesday on 91.3 FM, WVKR, the student-run independent radio station that broadcasts from Vassar College. The show can be heard online via: http://www.wvkr.org ... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10860 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10744 Peace / War Israel/Palestine: Up close and personal Greene County resident Paul Rehm, witnessed dramatic events this spring in the town of Hebron, in the occupied Palestinian territories, where he was a member of Christian Peacemaker Team. He will describe his experiences and his analysis of the situation.... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10744 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11060 General / Misc Hundreds of MoveOn Councils around the country will hold Rallies for an Oil-Free President in front of local gas stations. From the organizers: Big Oil is making billions in profits as Americans are squeezed by soaring gas prices. Now Big Oil has a new candidate for president: their friend... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11060 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10826 General / Misc A weekly live radio show every Wednesday on WVKR, Vassar College radio, at 91.3 FM. Presentation of socio-political information with a slight satirical bent, featured guests on hot topics of the week, plus local bands live in the studio. Online streaming is available via the web site below.... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10826 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11033 Peace / War A vigil for peace every Wednesday in front of the State Capitol Building. Messages from the organizer: The vigil opposes the US, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan; urges dialog, not war, with Iran; supports human rights and international cooperation. Location: In front of State Capitol Building, East... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11033 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10978 Peace / War A silent, respectful peace vigil every Wednesday. From the organizers: Please join your neighbors to support bringing the troops home and ending this war. The vigil location is wheelchair accessible. Location: Across from the new Schodack Town Hall, in front of Schodack Plaza Columbia Turnpike... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10978 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10888 Peace / War One-hour vigil for peace every Wednesday. All are welcome. Local high school students often attend. Location: Main light in the middle of town At the corner of Montgomery (Mill St / Rt 9) and Market St (Rt 308) Rhinebeck, NY 12572 Map and directions at: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Mill+St+and+E+Market+St,+Rhinebeck,+NY... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10888 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11067 Peace / War Paul Rehm was in Palestine and Israel this spring with Christian Peacemaker Teams - http://www.cpt.org/ ... and will talk about his experiences there. The talk will particularly include perceptions of nonviolent resistance by Christians, Jews and Muslims to the Israeli Occupation of Palestine. Cost:... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11067 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10775 General / Misc Activist Radio with Fred Nagel and Gary Kenton, every Thursday on WVKR: 91.3 FM, Vassar College Radio. Topics include the history of social struggle, activist songs, and media commentary. On Air Calls: 845 437-7178 Internet streaming and podcasts of these programs are available at the web site... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10775 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11209 Labor The Solidarity Committee meets the 2nd Thursday of every month. Everyone welcome in solidarity with unions, peace and community organizations. A work party for mailing of the Solidarity Notes newsletter begins at 6:00pm, with the meeting agenda starting at 7:30pm. Location: Social Justice Center... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11209 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10729 General / Misc The Middle East Crisis Response is a group of Hudson Valley residents joined in protest against policies of Israel and the United States. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. The meeting start time was moved from 6:30pm to 7:00pm in June 2008. Location: Woodstock Public... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10729 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10930 Fair Elections A public access cable broadcast each Thursday on Cablevision channel #21; showing various DVDs that cover issues on the integrity of the democratic election process. Covers the towns of Amenia, Beacon, Blooming Grove, Central Valley, Clinton, Cold Spring, Dover, East Fishkill, Fishkill, Harriman,... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10930 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11119 Peace / War A peace vigil held every Saturday from at least 11:00am to noon, held by an assortment of local people. Location: Southernmost intersection of Route 213 Route 209 (the one with the stop light) Marbletown/Stone Ridge, NY 12484 Map and directions: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3950+Main+St,+Stone+Ridge,+NY... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11119 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11146 Peace / War Weekly vigil for peace, every Saturday until the war ends. Location: Main and Union Streets Cobleskill, NY 12043 Map and directions: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Main+St+and+Union+St,+Cobleskill,+NY Contact: 518-287-1771 or via email below. Sponsored by: Peacemakers of Schoharie County http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11146 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11084 Peace / War A peace vigil every Saturday in front of the Post Office. From the organizer: Please keep the crosswalks clear and be the peace you want in the world. Many among us will be making signs with positive messages reflecting our hopes or our concerns for the future. Our goal is to: Support the United... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11084 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11282 Peace / War A long standing peace vigil happening every Saturday. Pete Seeger attends when he can, and the group usually ends singing a song led by Chris Ruhe. Location: On the grassy knoll Intersection of Routes 9 9D (near the South Hills Mall, at the West Main St sign) Wappingers Falls, NY 12601 Map and... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11282 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11271 Human Rights A vigil on the second Saturday of every month commemorating the 1948 Palestinian Nakba exodus, referring to the refugee flight of Palestinian Arabs during and after the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. It is referred to by most Palestinians and Arabs as the Nakba, meaning disaster, catastrophe, or cataclysm.... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11271 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11071 General / Misc The second annual Woody Guthrie Birthday Hoot, just prior to the 96th anniversary of Guthrie's birth. Includes music, discussion, voter registration, networking, and a guest speaker from the Working Families Party. Performers include: Alternative protest music ensemble The Flames of Discontent Folk... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11071 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11017 Peace / War Born on the Fourth of July (1989, dir. Oliver Stone, 145 min) Film synopsis: Ron Kovic (Tom Cruise) is a patriotic, all-American small town athlete, who shocks his family by enlisting with the Marines to fight in the Vietnam War. Once he is overseas, however, Kovic's gung-ho enthusiasm turns to... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=11017 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400 http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10922 Peace / War 3rd Annual Capital Region Grafton State Park Potluck Picnic for Peace A gathering of area peace activist for relaxation, rejuvenation, and networking. The Mother Mcrees, with singer Laura Baboulis, will provide a hour of music during the day. http://myspace.com/MotherMcrees Other musicians, poets,... http://hvan.org/calendar/cal_event.php?id=10922 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:09:31 -0400