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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250120
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SUMMARY:We Fight Back: Inauguration Day
DESCRIPTION:On Inauguration Day\, January 20th\, people will come together throughout the country to demand a future that centers the needs of the people over the interests of the wealthy elite. With voices raised for workers’ rights\, immigrant rights\, and environmental justice\, we will call for an end to the genocide in Gaza\, the U.S. war machine\, and the rule of billionaires. \n  \nhttps://www.codepink.org/j2025
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/27521/
LOCATION:Everywhere
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Democracy,Environment,Food Security,Immigration,InterFaith,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241226T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241226T210000
DTSTAMP:20241219T213800Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T213800Z
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SUMMARY:Kwanzaa Celebration with BASE
DESCRIPTION:One of our biggest cultural events of the year is next Thursday\, December 26. Make sure to register so you don’t miss out on this year’s Kwanzaa celebration featuring entertainment\, a delicious meal\, exciting prizes\, dancing\, and networking. This celebration is a chance for us to come together as a community\, reflect on our shared values\, and prepare for a powerful start to the New Year. Spots are limited\, so make sure to RSVP here to secure your spot. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/kwanzaa-celebration-with-base/
LOCATION:Ashland Old Armory\, 208 Oak Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T193000
DTSTAMP:20241108T210004Z
CREATED:20241108T210004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T210004Z
UID:10002401-1732644000-1732649400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Election 2024: What does it mean for climate action?
DESCRIPTION:Submitted by SOCAN \nElections always have consequences. This is especially the case for our potential to address\nthe climate crisis when some candidates for office accept the science of global warming and it\nclimate change consequences while others display something between skepticism and outright\nrejection of science. From the local to the national level the outcomes from the 2024 general\nelection will indicate profoundly whether meaningful action is likely. \nThe Southern Oregon Climate Action Now November General Meeting will focus on an\nexploration of what the election results mean for climate action in the near future. Special guest\nand notable climate champion State Representative Pam Marsh will offer insight regarding what\nthe election outcome means for climate action as we approach the 2025 long session.\nAdditionally\, SOCAN co-facilitator. Alan Journet will explore what the results mean for federal\naction\, Denise Krause will discuss what results mean for the Jackson County Board of\nCommissioners and SOCAN co-facilitator Kathy Conway will do likewise for regional city\nelection results. \nThe meeting is free and open to the public and will occur from 6:00 – 7:30 on Tuesday\nNovember 26 th at the Medford Public Library\, 205 S Central Ave\, Medford.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/election-2024-what-does-it-mean-for-climate-action/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate,Democracy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T173000
DTSTAMP:20241115T181234Z
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SUMMARY:Homelessness in Our Region: Jefferson Center Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Echo Fields\, retired SOU professor of sociology\, will join the Jefferson Center for a discussion of Homelessness in our Region. The discussion will focus on key issues relating to homelessness. \nThese include: problems in gathering reliable data on the homeless population; how this information relates to stereotypes about homelessness arising from stigma\, emotion\, and punitive impulses; what needs to change in our social systems in order to implement solutions to homelessness; and what kinds of actions individuals and non-profit organizations might undertake. \nBlaming and trying to change homeless individuals is unlikely to resolve the problem\, and such approaches let “comfortable people” off the hook for the need for system changes. Changing these intersecting social systems takes time and requires collaboration among government\, non-profit organizations and citizen volunteers. \nHow do we get there? The program will be held in the Jefferson Center space\, suite 101\, in the Old Armory Building\, 208 Oak St.\, in Ashland. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. If you have questions\, please contact Tony Davis (tonydavis0@ gmail.com).
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/homelessness-in-our-region-jefferson-center-discussion/
LOCATION:Ashland Old Armory\, 208 Oak Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Housing Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T190000
DTSTAMP:20241108T202123Z
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SUMMARY:The Unfolding Middle East War and the New Presidency
DESCRIPTION:A long Middle East war is on the horizon and we will look at building the anti-war resistance. This webinar will address the contours of the war unfolding in the context of an incoming administration’s foreign policy\, and Khury Petersen-Smith will speak to some of the underlying dynamics at work to point to what we can anticipate. \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/the-unfolding-middle-east-war-and-the-new-presidency/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20241101T215309Z
CREATED:20241030T195710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T215309Z
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SUMMARY:Building Post-Election Common Ground
DESCRIPTION:The Ashland Sunrise Project wraps up their speaker’s series for 2024 with a timely conversation about finding common ground in the midst of the divisions we face. \nTuesday\, November 12th 6:30-8:00 pm OSF Carpenter Hall \n“Building Post-Election Common Ground” is a conversation between Mike and Emily Green\nco-founders of Common Ground Conversations on Race (CGC)\, Taylor Stewart\, founder of the Oregon Remembrance Project\, and host Tara Houston\, Community and Engagement Manager\, Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF). \n“Developing an understanding among people who disagree doesn’t mean they will find agreement. Our focus is to establish a common ground of knowledge and understanding\, not necessarily agreement.” Mike Green
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/building-post-election-common-ground/
LOCATION:OSF Carpenter Hall\, 44 S Pioneer St\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T170000
DTSTAMP:20241108T202340Z
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SUMMARY:COP UAE 28: Confronting Climate\, Conflict\, and Corporate Capture With Cindy Piester
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Regional Meeting: COP UAE 28: Confronting Climate\, Conflict\, and Corporate Capture With Cindy Piester \nDate & Time: \nNovember 12\, 2024 @ 6:30 pm \nPlease join us for a critical presentation from Cindy Piester of the VFP Climate Crisis and Militarism Group.  Cindy\, the surviving spouse of Vietnam Veteran John Piester\, has been working nationally and internationally on militarism and climate as a member of multiple organizations for the last few years.  She will be dedicating this talk to VFP\, the victims of US wars and related climate impacts\, and to her husband John. \nPlease check out this link. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89274058968
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cop-uae-28-confronting-climate-conflict-and-corporate-capture-with-cindy-piester/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241108T200000
DTSTAMP:20241030T195458Z
CREATED:20241030T195458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T195458Z
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SUMMARY:Full Circle: Turtle Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable evening of Art & Music\nfeaturing stunning artwork from Betty LaDuke’s Turtle\nWisdom series\, and the world premiere of Full Circle:\nTurtle Wisdom\, a mesmerizing new work for gong\norchestra composed by Terry Longshore. \nPerformers will include Longshore\, the SOU Percussion Ensemble\,\nand students of Longshore’s SOU Honors College course\, “Making Music.” \n  \nFriday\, November 8\nReception 6–8pm\nPerformances at 6:30 and 7:30pm \nAdmission is $10.00\nFree for SOU Faculty\, Staff\, Students with Photo ID\,\nand ScienceWorks Members. \nBuy Tickets Here 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/full-circle-turtle-wisdom/
LOCATION:ScienceWorks\, 1500 East Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T170000
DTSTAMP:20241101T215331Z
CREATED:20241030T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T215331Z
UID:10002389-1730991600-1730998800@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Teaching Histories of Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Join Prism for their their upcoming virtual event in partnership with the Zinn Education Project\, Teaching Truths: Educators speak on justice and liberation in the classroom\, on November 7\, 2024\, 3pm PT. \nRegister here! \nWe’ll hear from Jesse Hagiopan\, Dr. Tamyka Morant\, De’Ana Forbes\, Greg Wickenkamp\, and Dr. Chantee Earl in conversation with Prism’s Editor-in-Chief\, Lara Witt. \nThese educators and organizers are at the forefront of narrative intervention and who spend each and every day ensuring that their students learn about Black\, Indigenous\, and LGBTQIA+ history\, settler-colonialism\, migrant justice\, Palestine\, climate change and its root causes of militarism\, imperialism\, capitalism\, and more. We’ll explore how they are navigating censorship\, school administrations\, political repression\, and other challenges. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/teaching-histories-of-resistance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T160000
DTSTAMP:20241018T213019Z
CREATED:20240927T164818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T213019Z
UID:10002009-1729420200-1729526400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples Day
DESCRIPTION:Honor the past | Empower the Present | Inspire the Future \nSpeakers\, Good\, Indigenous Artisans Market\, Danders\, Ativities \nSaturday October 19 \nWelcoming 11:00 AM \nSalmon Lunch: Noon – 4:00 PM ($10 a plate\, cash only) \nGuest speakers and open sharing 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday October 20 10:30-4:00 PM \nIndian Tacos & frybread hosted by SOU NSASU (cash only) \nGuest speakers and open sharing all day \n  \nArtisan Market sat and sun 10:30 AM – 4 PM \nFor more infro contact Kenw ani Kravitz at kravitzk@sou.edu or 541552-6937
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/27097/2024-10-20/
LOCATION:Southern Oregon University\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Indigenous rights,Indigenous Sovereignty,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T060000
DTSTAMP:20241004T222351Z
CREATED:20241004T170054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T222351Z
UID:10002013-1729398600-1729404000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Reshaping our Malfunctioning World – Change is in the Air
DESCRIPTION:A webinar to tackle head-on some of the troubling questions raised by the virtual impotence of the UN in the face of terrible wars\, senseless\, bloodshed and war crimes. Similarly\, with the almost complete disregard of international law by governments right across the spectrum. \nThis is an international event. Please note the very early morning time for the Pacific Time region. \nWhat we’re focusing on is: where to from here? What might be promising new approaches\, new ideas\, new initiatives – ways of reforming the UN system. \nThe webinar brings together a diverse and uniquely equipped group of intellectuals and practitioners for a lively\, thought-provoking\, even provocative conversation. \nFollowing the four presentations we will distil a strategic direction for future engagement with the focus on concrete initiatives that SHAPE\, together with other civil society organizations and perhaps some like-minded governments and international agencies\, can pursue in coming months and beyond. \nWe want to spell out a new direction\, but also point to the steps needed along the way. How do we create the necessary momentum for change? Where can we expect leadership to come from? What energies and resources can be brought to bear on such an enterprise? \nWe are delighted that Dr Grace Pandor will be a key contributor to this discussion. \nDr. Pandor is a remarkable South African educator\, academic and politician. She served as  South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation 2019-2024 and led the country’s historic genocide case of December 2023 brought against Israel in the International Court of Justice; she was an ANC MP since majority rule in 1994\, and held several ministerial responsibilities. She was responsible for a complete overhaul of the nation’s education system. \nAdditional speakers include: \nRichard Falk\, Grace Naledi Pandor\, Hans von Sponeck\, and Vijay Prashad. \nRegister Here  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/reshaping-our-malfunctioning-world-change-is-in-the-air/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nuclear Issues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241020T160000
DTSTAMP:20241018T213019Z
CREATED:20240927T164818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T213019Z
UID:10002023-1729333800-1729440000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples Day
DESCRIPTION:Honor the past | Empower the Present | Inspire the Future \nSpeakers\, Good\, Indigenous Artisans Market\, Danders\, Ativities \nSaturday October 19 \nWelcoming 11:00 AM \nSalmon Lunch: Noon – 4:00 PM ($10 a plate\, cash only) \nGuest speakers and open sharing 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday October 20 10:30-4:00 PM \nIndian Tacos & frybread hosted by SOU NSASU (cash only) \nGuest speakers and open sharing all day \n  \nArtisan Market sat and sun 10:30 AM – 4 PM \nFor more infro contact Kenw ani Kravitz at kravitzk@sou.edu or 541552-6937
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/27097/2024-10-19/
LOCATION:Southern Oregon University\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Indigenous rights,Indigenous Sovereignty,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20241004T164202Z
CREATED:20240927T165042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T164202Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Parade: Celebrating the Freedom to Love
DESCRIPTION:Pride Parade\, Saturday\, Oct 5\, 10 AM \nCelebrating the freedom to love \nParade down Main from Union Street to Lithia Park. Bring your pride and march with us\, or be a spectator. \nDon’t Miss “Lizard Boy\,” aka Justin Huertas who is our grand marshall this year \nFestival at the Bandshell 11-1:30 \nDrag\, Aerial\, Live Music\, Vendors\, Food Truck \nLearn more at SOPride.org
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/pride-parade/
LOCATION:Lithia Park Band Shell
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241006
DTSTAMP:20241004T173114Z
CREATED:20241004T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T173114Z
UID:10002016-1728086400-1728172799@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Guns\, Race\, and America's Love Affair with Killing
DESCRIPTION:Join Fellowship of Reconciliation in Washington\, DC or online to address the urgent and complex issue of gun violence in America (click this link to register). \nThe summit will delve into the multifaceted aspects of violence in the United States\, exploring the intersection of race\, class\, and America’s deep-rooted fascination with firearms. Our goal is to provide actionable solutions and innovative strategies to combat the escalating violence and proliferation of arms that affects communities nationwide and globally. \nKey Topics to be Explored:\n• Finding ways to STOP THE KILLINGS!\n• Discover comprehensive strategies and community-based initiatives aimed at reducing violence.\n• America’s Love Affair with Guns\n• Analyze the cultural and historical factors that have deeply embedded firearms and war into American society.\n• The role of race and class in gun violence\n• Examine how socioeconomic factors and racial disparities contribute to the prevalence and impact of gun violence.\nJoin us in Washington\, DC or online to address the urgent and complex issue of gun violence in America (click this link to register). \nThe summit will delve into the multifaceted aspects of violence in the United States\, exploring the intersection of race\, class\, and America’s deep-rooted fascination with firearms. Our goal is to provide actionable solutions and innovative strategies to combat the escalating violence and proliferation of arms that affects communities nationwide and globally. \nKey Topics to be Explored:\n• Finding ways to STOP THE KILLINGS!\n• Discover comprehensive strategies and community-based initiatives aimed at reducing violence.\n• America’s Love Affair with Guns\n• Analyze the cultural and historical factors that have deeply embedded firearms and war into American society.\n• The role of race and class in gun violence\n• Examine how socioeconomic factors and racial disparities contribute to the prevalence and impact of gun violence.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/27142/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,InterFaith,Nonviolence,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T200000
DTSTAMP:20241004T171659Z
CREATED:20241004T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T171659Z
UID:10002015-1728064800-1728072000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Tell My Story: Remembering Professor Refaat Alareer
DESCRIPTION:Join SOU Students for Palestine at Ashland Plaza for an evening of poetry\, music and other readings honoring the life of beloved Gaza Professor Refaat Alareer.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/tell-my-story-remembering-professor-refaat-alareer/
LOCATION:Ashland Plaza\, 41 N. Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T113000
DTSTAMP:20240927T170018Z
CREATED:20240927T165922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T170018Z
UID:10002012-1727949600-1727955000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Solutions & Action Steps Ashland
DESCRIPTION:Solutions and Action Steps for Unhoused Ashland \nSouthern Oregon Housing for All (SOHFA) opens a community discussion \nASHLAND – Winter is approaching\, so it is critical that Ashland moves forward on plans and actions to provide shelter and services for the city’s unhoused population. Southern Oregon Housing for All (SOHFA)\, a local organization of volunteers\, advocates\, and unhoused Ashlanders invites the community to a welcoming and inclusive conversation focused on setting priorities to solve gaps in our homeless services. \nThe conversation will be held Thursday\, October 3\, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Gresham Room at the Ashland Public Library. \nThe City of Ashland commissioned a Homeless Master Plan this year that identified action steps to further the goal of finding housing solutions for all. “It’s time to take some of those steps\,” said Rich Rohde\, a SOHFA member. “What can we do right now? And how do we make it happen?” \nSOFHA is an organization of volunteers\, advocates\, and unhoused folks who encourage dialogue\, communications and discussion focused on finding housing solutions for all.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/solutions-action-steps-ashland/
LOCATION:Ashland Library\, 410 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTSTAMP:20240823T175817Z
CREATED:20240823T175817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T175817Z
UID:10001997-1726790400-1727049599@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:#NoWar2024 Conference: Resisting the USA’s Military Empire
DESCRIPTION:A global 3-day conference\, streamed virtually\, with in-person events in Sydney\, Australia; Wanfried\, Germany; Bogotá\, Colombia; and Washington\, DC\, U.S\nRegister for #NoWar2024 \nThe conference will be livestreamed on Zoom\, with in-person events in Sydney\, Australia; Wanfried\, Germany*; Bogotá\, Colombia; and Washington\, DC\, U.S. \n1 ticket gets you access to all 3 days of programming. Choose your ticket option below to join us online or at one of our in-person venues. The Zoom link will also be provided to in-person registrants so you can tune in to all of the sessions throughout the weekend. \nhttps://worldbeyondwar.org/register-for-nowar2024/ \nNoWar2024 kicks off at the Henry Carmichael Theatre\, Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts\, 280 Pitt Street in Sydney\, Australia at 9:00am-1:00pm on Saturday\, September 21 Sydney Local Time / 7:00pm-11:00pm Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-4) on Friday\, September 20. Find the time in your time zone. \nEvents take place in Wanfried\, Germany\, from 2:00pm-6:00pm Germany Local Time / 8:00am-12:00pm Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-4). Find the time in your time zone. This section of the conference is hosted by the World BEYOND War International Peace Factory Wanfried chapter. Located at the former border between the eastern and western part of Germany\, the International Peace Factory Wanfried is an old factory building that has been transformed into a gathering space for the peace movement. Details to come! \nEvents conclude at the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church\, 1313 New York Avenue NW\, in Washington\, DC\, the heart of the empire\, from 1:00pm-5:00pm Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-4). Find the time in your time zone.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/nowar2024-conference-resisting-the-usas-military-empire/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20240808T201226Z
CREATED:20240808T201215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T201226Z
UID:10001991-1726765200-1726772400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Intro to Advocacy with FCNL
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and informative session on how you can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to you. At FCNL\, we believe in the power of grassroots advocacy to bring about positive change\, and we’re excited to share valuable insights and strategies with you. \nNote: This virtual event is held in Eastern Time.\nRegister here:https://act.fcnl.org/event/intro_to_advocacy/3272/ \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/intro-to-advocacy-with-fcnl/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T203000
DTSTAMP:20240905T200734Z
CREATED:20240904T193734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T200734Z
UID:10002004-1726426800-1726432200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Crown Jewels Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Environmental activist Alex Haraus and cinematographers Aidan Kranz and Elena Jean spent the last year exploring some of the last remaining ancient forests on public lands in the US. These mature and old-growth forests offer one of our best natural defenses against the impacts of climate change. But these carbon-storing powerhouses are so much more than that. \nAs the film crew travels across America exploring our different old-growth forests\, they learn more about the value that these ancient ecosystems have for the communities that depend on them. We learn that looming threats like logging\, development\, wildfires and invasive species would devastate these landscapes. These forests could be lost forever unless we can demonstrate widespread support for protecting them. This year\, the public has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to forever change the way our government manages our federal public lands. Through local advocates and grassroots storytelling\, the film makes a case for protecting mature and old-growth forests across the federal estate and shows how the audience can help.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/film-screening-with-ks-wild-crown-jewels-film-screening/
LOCATION:Common Block Brewing Company\, 315 E 5th St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501
CATEGORIES:Allies,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T133000
DTSTAMP:20240823T180318Z
CREATED:20240823T180318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T180318Z
UID:10001998-1725969600-1725975000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Northwest Forest Plan Amendment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Pacific Northwest Forest Climate Alliance to host webinar on Northwest Forest Plan Amendment. \nOn August 30th\, the US Forest Service will release the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan. For 30 years\, the Northwest Forest Plan (NWFP) has guided forest management across the PNW on federal lands. This will be the first amendment to the NWFP in 30 years\, and presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to establish better protections for mature and old growth forests\, meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and a fighting chance at mitigating the climate crisis. \nAmong the key issues the Forest Service needs to address in the updated Forest Plan are tribal inclusion & fire stewardship and the protection of mature & old growth forests. To ensure the NWFP amendment enables a more just & sustainable future for our forests & communities rather than repeating the mistakes and injustices of the past\, our communities need to speak out & comment on the proposed changes. \nJoin PNFCA Tuesday\, September 10th at noon for a deep dive into these topics and what’s at stake in the NWFP\, and to get resources & information to submit effective public comments. Speakers include Meredith Jacobson\, University of Oregon PhD candidate & member of the FireGen Collaborative\, and Madeline Cowen\, Grassroots Organizer with Cascadia Wildlands. \nThe stakes of the NWFP Amendment are huge–for our last remaining mature & old growth forests\, for the livability of our climate\, for threatened & endangered species\, and improper fire-risk reduction management for forests and communities. \nRegister Here
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/northwest-forest-plan-amendment-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T163000
DTSTAMP:20240830T200202Z
CREATED:20240830T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T200202Z
UID:10002002-1725462000-1725467400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Tea and Conversation Honoring Local Hiroshima Survivor Planned
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to tea and conversation with Hiroshima atom bomb survivor\, author and activist Hideko Tamura Snider from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday\, Sept. 4\, at Peace House\, 543 S Mountain Ave\, Ashland\, OR 97520. \nThis intimate gathering honoring Hideko – sponsored by Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance\, Peace House and One Sunny Day Initiatives (OSDI) – provides a perfect opportunity to talk with one of the region’s most dedicated activists whose life work has been devoted to promoting peace and a world free of nuclear weapons. Hideko’s life story\, told in her book One Sunny Day\, is one of courage and perseverance and serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing threat of nuclear warfare. Hideko will share stories from her memoir and welcome questions from attendees. \nBoth Hideko’s memoir One Sunny Day and her picture book written for children\, When a Peace Tree Blooms\, will be available to purchase that day; and she will be signing books upon request after speaking to the group. Her books are also available locally at Bloomsbury Books in Ashland\, and Barnes & Noble in Medford. \nWhen a Peace Tree Blooms\, illustrated in soft watercolors by Japanese artist Mari Kishi\, tells the story of a young child meeting an elderly couple planting special seeds. It’s a universal tale of resilience\, hope and creating peace in the world. It acknowledges the challenges of loss\, choices\, and the rewards of joining together to rebuild a better life. It can also serve as a healing and empowering story for any young child facing devastation and loss\, or a way for friends and classmates to gain deeper empathy for what others may have experienced. It is now available in English\, Japanese\, Chinese\, and Ukrainian\, with a Russian translation ready to publish. \nIn 2007\, Hideko founded One Sunny Day Initiatives (OSDI)\, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization\, to educate the public about the consequences of the use of nuclear weapons and to plant seeds of peace\, hope and reconciliation among people of the world. Hideko has made numerous presentations to organizations throughout the U.S. of her personal experience with the effects of nuclear weapons and her healing process. Learn more about Hideko’s efforts on the OSDI website. \nAttendance at the tea is free\, but please reserve your place by emailing info@sopachamama.org.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/tea-and-conversation-honoring-local-hiroshima-survivor-planned/
LOCATION:Peace House
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nuclear Issues,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T173000
DTSTAMP:20240830T194023Z
CREATED:20240830T194023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T194023Z
UID:10002000-1725379200-1725384600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Big Ideas: Update on Oregon’s Revised Drug Law Measure 110
DESCRIPTION:In November 2020\, Oregon voters overwhelmingly passed Ballot Measure 110\, which reclassified possession/penalties for specified drugs including heroin\, methamphetamine and others. \nThis year the measure was significantly amended by Oregon House Bill 4002\, which repealed the drug decriminalization portion in response to public backlash. \nRep. Pam Marsh\, Oregon House of Representatives\, District 5; and Kerri Hecox\, M.D.\, MPH\, Medical Director and founder of the Oasis Center of the Rogue Valley in Medford\, will discuss exactly what happened with Measure 110\, the changes brought about by HB 4002\, and new the deflection programs in place. Plus\, they will cover what 110 funded in the Rogue Valley and the ongoing gaps\, barriers and needs in our addiction system. \nPart of the “Big Ideas” series\, this program is presented by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Ashland Branch and Jackson County Library Services.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/big-ideas-update-on-oregons-revised-drug-law-measure-110/
LOCATION:Ashland Library\, 410 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240901T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240901T113000
DTSTAMP:20240830T194605Z
CREATED:20240830T194558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T194605Z
UID:10002001-1725186600-1725190200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: BASE -The Work of Black Alliance & Social Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:The speaker with be Mr. Kim McKandes from Black Alliance & Social Empowerment (BASE). BASE is a nonprofit community organization that provides events\, community information-sharing\, connection\, support\, and resources that work towards the well-being and advancement of Black residents living in Southern Oregon. \nAttend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871 \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/sunday-service-base-the-work-of-black-alliance-social-empowerment/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87\, 87 4th Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240831T210000
DTSTAMP:20240823T190143Z
CREATED:20240823T190103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T190143Z
UID:10001999-1725127200-1725138000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Jackson County Fuel Committee: Folk Music Festival August 31
DESCRIPTION:On August 31\, the Jackson County Fuel Committee will host a Folk Music Festival at Paschal Winery to celebrate 46 years of mutual aid work that provides much-needed firewood and utility advocacy for residents of the Rogue Valley. The important fundraising event will feature delicious food\, live music\, and an opportunity to learn how you can get involved to help neighbors stay warm during winter months. \n“The Folk Music Festival brings together the hundreds of people who make our work possible throughout the year\, from the individuals who donate wood to our woodlot to volunteers who learn advocacy working with JCFC benefit recipients to keep their power connected\,” said Foster Gough from the Jackson County Fuel Committee. “It’s a celebration\, and a very encouraging one to those of us involved in the year-round effort.” \nThe Jackson County Fuel Committee (JCFC) will be celebrating 46 years as an all-volunteer membership association organizing to make heat and energy accessible to all Rogue Valley low-income residents.The event commemorates progress and victories to “end government policies that allow energy profiteering and threaten the future of our people and the planet.” \nThe Folk Music Festival has a suggested donation of $25 per person and runs from 6-9 p.m. Paschal Winery is located at 1122 Suncrest Rd. in Talent.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/folk-music-festival-august-31/
LOCATION:Paschal Winery\, 1122 Suncrest Rd\, Talent\, 97540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T163000
DTSTAMP:20240808T200235Z
CREATED:20240808T200235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T200235Z
UID:10001988-1724943600-1724949000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:FCNL Book Club: Light in Gaza
DESCRIPTION:Please join Friends Committee on National Legislation in reading and discussing the book Light In Gaza! The anthology imagines what the future of Gaza could be\, while reaffirming the critical role of Gaza in Palestinian identity\, history\, and struggle for liberation. It contains works by eleven Palestinian writers and poets. It constitutes a collective effort to organize and center Palestinian voices in the ongoing pursuit of justice. \nLight In Gaza was published by our friends at American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) and Haymarket Books. You can learn about the book and download a free digital copy here: Light in Gaza | HaymarketBooks.org \nIf you are only able to read a few selections before the date of the book club\, we would still love for you to join and be a part of our discussion!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/fcnl-book-club-light-in-gaza/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240821T173000
DTSTAMP:20240808T202343Z
CREATED:20240808T202233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T202343Z
UID:10001994-1724256000-1724261400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Larry Ward: The Alchemy of Samsara & Nirvana
DESCRIPTION:Over the past six months\, Dr. Larry Ward has taught about each of the six realms of samsara (hell\, hungry ghost\, animal\, human\, asura\, god). \nBefore he begins teaching on the four realms that embody the path to liberation (voice-hearers\, realized ones\, bodhisattvas\, Buddha)\, Dr. Ward will offer this special talk where he’ll explore the connections and similarities between samsara and nirvana. \nThis event is a part of our year long teaching series on the Buddhist story of The 10 Worlds\, ten different yet interconnected states of mind that we all inhabit. They are fluid and impermanent. All ten are existential realities with their own moods\, characteristics and inquiries. No matter the realm\, each one invites us on a quest to learn more about ourselves\, to build our capacity to adapt to the challenges we face\, and to help relieve the suffering of all beings through breaking free from the cycle of samsara. \nNEW: Starting in August\, our dharma talks will now include a Q&A. After Peggy’s guided meditation and Larry’s talk\, we’ll open the floor to your questions for the teachers. \nOnline via Zoom \nNotes: \n\nRecording shared with all registrants and members within 48 hours after the event.\nMembers do not need to register.\nOffered on a sliding scale. Please choose the price that works for you. For the most value\, consider purchasing a membership for as little as $20/month to join every month’s meditation\, talk\, and more.\n\nRegister for this event at Lotus Institute
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/larry-ward-the-alchemy-of-samsara-nirvana/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,InterFaith,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T120000
DTSTAMP:20240808T200513Z
CREATED:20240808T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T200513Z
UID:10001989-1723892400-1723896000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Tour of Tashi Choling Center for Buddhist Studies
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend a public tour of Tashi Choling Center for Buddhist Studies\, a traditional Tibetan Buddhist temple. \nWe are located in the Colestin Valley\, 40 minutes from Ashland. See our traditional art and architecture\, learn our story\, and enjoy our peaceful grounds. Bring a sack lunch if you would like to linger a while in the statue garden!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/tour-of-tashi-choling-center-for-buddhist-studies/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T063000
DTSTAMP:20240808T202002Z
CREATED:20240808T201942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T202002Z
UID:10001993-1723615200-1723617000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:The Garden of Our Hearts | Meditation with Peggy Rowe Ward
DESCRIPTION:Join Lotus Institute online for August’s meditation practice with Peggy Rowe Ward\, Lotus’ co-founder and senior Dharma teacher. \nThis month’s inspiration comes from moments working and gathering with friends in the garden as the early August sun rises and sets. Together\, we’ll explore nourishment and how to water the seeds of joy and peace in ourselves and our communities \nOnline via Zoom \nNotes: \n\nRecording shared with all registrants and members within 48 hours after the event.\nMembers do not need to register.\nOffered on a sliding scale. Choose the price that works for you. For the most value\, consider purchasing a Lotus membership for as little as $20/month to join every monthly sit\, talk and more.\n\nRegister with the Lotus Institute
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/the-garden-of-our-hearts-meditation-with-peggy-rowe-ward/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,InterFaith,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T170000
DTSTAMP:20240802T195631Z
CREATED:20240802T195631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T195631Z
UID:10001986-1722585600-1722618000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Summer concert with Broadway Phil and David Rovics
DESCRIPTION:KSKQ Community Radio and the Ashland Community Peace Meal invite the community to a summer music folk and rock festival on August 9th at the Lithia Park Bandshell starting at 6 pm. \nBroadway Phil and the Shouters will open the festival with get-on-your-feet rock and roll. From Jacksonville\, Oregon\, Broadway Phil and the Shouters have been rocking concerts and clubs for over twenty years\, drawing on the influence of Blues\, R&B\, Tex-Mex and Roots Rock. David Rovics and Kamala Emanuel will perform at 7 pm with socially conscious folk music. \nRovics and Emanual and will be singing songs of solidarity and social significance. They are in the first stages of their Minister of Culture world tour. Pre-performance music will begin at 5 pm following the Community Peace Meal. Local musicians will entertain the crowd prior to Broadway Phils performance at 6 pm. \nThe performances are free of charge. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase and donations will be accepted. \nThe concert is sponsored by KSKQ Community Radio and the Ashland Peace Meal. The Ashland Community Peace Meal is a volunteer-powered mutual aid service and serves free community meals every Thursday and Friday at 3:30 PM in Lithia Park. \nKSKQ is pleased to invite you to listen to home-grown and syndicated conversation and music at 89.5 FM Ashland and 94.1 FM Medford\, Oregon and from all over the planet at www.kskq.org. \nFor more information contact Jason Houk at 541-841-8341 or email Jason@KSKQ.org
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/summer-concert-with-broadway-phil-and-david-rovics/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240729T200000
DTSTAMP:20240725T231735Z
CREATED:20240725T231735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T231735Z
UID:10001984-1722279600-1722283200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Julie Mathison talks about the pros and cons of traditional and indie publishing
DESCRIPTION:Monday July 29th  7:00 to 8:00 pm\n\n\nAward-winning indie author Julie Mathison came to independent publishing after years of pursuing the traditional dream\, securing a top agent\, making the rounds to the “Big Five” of New York publishing houses ~ and ultimately relinquishing that dream for the path less traveled. In an age that increasingly celebrates minority voices\, she has become passionate about the kind of diversity pioneered by small\, micro\, and author presses\, one based on artistic identity ~ a diversity of content\, voice\, and sensibility. This talk will be an exploration of lessons learned from the journey through both worlds. It will examine the pros and cons of the traditional and indie publishing paradigms and will probe how the marketplace shapes our shared literary canon. The author will invite questions\, anecdotes\, and participation from the audience\, writers and readers alike.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/julie-mathison-talks-about-the-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-and-indie-publishing/
LOCATION:Bloomsbury Books\, 290 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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