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SUMMARY:BASE Juneteenth: June 15 in Medford
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Freedom\, Resilience\, and Community at Our Juneteenth Festival!  \n Mark your calendars for the BIGGEST event of the year! Join us on Saturday\, June 15th\, 2024\, from 11 AM to 7 PM at Pear Blossom Park\, Medford\, OR for a day filled with joy\, unity\, and celebration. \n Location: Pear Blossom Park\, 312 E. 4th Street\, Medford\, OR \nThis year\, we’re embracing the theme of RESILIENCE at our Juneteenth Celebration—honoring the enduring spirit and cultural richness of the Black community. It’s a day to celebrate freedom and achievements while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures. \nWhat to Expect:\n LIVE entertainment including bands\, professional African drummers and dancers\, and youth performers\n Insightful talks from our keynote speaker\, Carl Thomas\, Executive Director of Project Youth Plus\n Special award recognition celebrating the remarkable resilience of Brett Hollins\n Tasty delights from local food trucks and vendors\n A vibrant marketplace of community organizations and other vendors\n Fun-filled Kids Zone with games\, face painting\, a magician\, and more!\n Capture memories at our photo booth \nSpecial Features:\n DJ sets to keep you grooving all day\n MC Kym McKandes will guide us through the festivities\n Official Juneteenth city proclamation reading by a local official\n Local artists taking the stage\, managed by our music partner RockFairy \n Proudly sponsored by @allcarehealth & Jackson County’s Continuum of Care (COC)\, along with many other supportive partners. \nJoin us as we honor our history and embrace the future—because Juneteenth isn’t just a festival\, it’s a declaration of freedom that belongs to us all. \nLet’s come together to support\, learn\, and celebrate. Bring your friends\, family\, and neighbors—everyone is invited to be part of this historic celebration of freedom and resilience. \n#Juneteenth2024 #Resilience #CommunityUnity #CelebrateFreedom #BASEJuneteenth \n See you there!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/base-juneteenth-june-19-in-medford/
LOCATION:Pear Blossom Park\, 204 N Bartlett St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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SUMMARY:Mutual Aid Workshop: Rogue Action Center
DESCRIPTION:From the Disaster Relief Team (DRT) at Rogue Action Center : \nIf you’d like to become involved in the DRT project and learn about our response team we will be holding a Mutual Aid Workshop on Wednesday\, May 29th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at our office in Phoenix. Join us as we discuss mutual aid principles\, work through real life scenarios with an interactive activity\, and hear how the RAC plans to respond to future disasters in the region. \nThere is no cost to attend\, snacks and refreshments will be provided. \nRegistration is requested to save your spot. Click here to register.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/mutual-aid-workshop-rogue-action-center/
LOCATION:Rogue Action Center\, 205 N Phoenix rd\, suite G\, Phoenix\, OR\, 97535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T173000
DTSTAMP:20240412T181342Z
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SUMMARY:Our Wise Friends: An Animal Blessing
DESCRIPTION:The Lotus Institute is excited to welcome spiritual teachers and partners Kaira Jewel Lingo & Adam Bucko to join us for this dharma festival where we celebrate the gifts\, insights and guidance we receive from the animals we meet. \nLed by Kaira\, Adam\, Larry\, and Peggy\, we’ll share wisdom from our animal friends\, while exploring our reciprocity and interconnectedness with the natural world as a whole. The event will include music\, meditation\, dharma teachings and a special ceremony to receive and extend the blessing between all beings. \nApril is a special month filled with commemorative days honoring our wise friends. \nHere’s a few of our favorites: Earth Day; National Pet Day; World Rat Day; International Bat Appreciation Day; Dog Therapy Appreciation Day; and now our very own Animal Blessings. \nReady to register? Click here.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/our-wise-friends-an-animal-blessing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T120000
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SUMMARY:Bear Creek Clean Up Day: April 20
DESCRIPTION:Bear Creek Stewards\, KS Wild and many others have come together to organize another three hour clean up at nine locations along Bear Creek. To register\, first choose the location where you would like to help\, register on their website\, and then show up at 8:30 on Earth Day\, April 20. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/bear-creek-clean-up-day-april-20/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240416T143000
DTSTAMP:20240404T210154Z
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SUMMARY:FOR: Conversation with Rev. Fahed Abuakel
DESCRIPTION:As a part of the Gathering Voices monthly series\, Fellowship of Reconciliation to host Rev. Fahed Abuakel for an online discussion about peace making in Palestine amid the Israeli assault on the Gaza strip. \nOne of the most prominent Palestinian Christian leaders in the world\, Rev. Fahed Abuakel was born in Kafr Yasif\, in the Galilee. He was ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church – USA in 1978 and in 2002 became the first Arab-American to lead a major U.S. denomination. \nHe has a BA from Southeastern University\, a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary\, and a Doctor of Divinity from the McCormick Theological Seminary. He has served the Presbyterian Church in numerous executive capacities including: Moderator of its 214th General Assembly\, General Assembly Commissioner\, board member of the National Middle Eastern Ministries Committee\, and member of the Outreach\, Christian Education\, and Peacemaking Committees of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta. Rev. Abuakel was instrumental in mission trips to Kenya\, Haiti\, Brazil\, Egypt\, Israel and Palestine. \nFOR-USA is proud and honored to work with Rev. Abuakel and count him among our core team. Make sure not to miss this important and inspiring conversation. Register now! \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/for-conversation-with-rev-fahed-abuakel/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,InterFaith,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240331T163000
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SUMMARY:CURA: Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland Online Summit
DESCRIPTION:New Cultivation has a two-day online summit coming up on March 30th and 31st!\nCURA stands for Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland/The America’s. \nJoin the event for talks\, discussions\, and active conversations with experts in the fields of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging. Gather with community to be in challenging conversations around topics that matter\, such as:\n• Housing\n• Multi-level collapse\n• Food security\n• Safety for black and brown bodied people\n• Land back movements \nGuest presenters include Dr. Geneva Craig\, Jonathon Goldman\, Meenadchi\, Chris Hardy\, Mathew Reynolds\, Sol Santos\, Dean Walker\, Gina DuQueene\, Karla Narcesse\, Jason & Vanessa Houk and Jesus Sepulveda. \nThree ticket types are available and there is an associated\, in person event called Curative Beats Saturday night included in two of the ticket prices.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cura-culture-of-unity-and-repair-in-ashland-online-summit/2024-03-31/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T163000
DTSTAMP:20240329T170414Z
CREATED:20240329T163003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T170414Z
UID:10001942-1711789200-1711816200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:CURA: Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland Online Summit
DESCRIPTION:New Cultivation has a two-day online summit coming up on March 30th and 31st!\nCURA stands for Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland/The America’s. \nJoin the event for talks\, discussions\, and active conversations with experts in the fields of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging. Gather with community to be in challenging conversations around topics that matter\, such as:\n• Housing\n• Multi-level collapse\n• Food security\n• Safety for black and brown bodied people\n• Land back movements \nGuest presenters include Dr. Geneva Craig\, Jonathon Goldman\, Meenadchi\, Chris Hardy\, Mathew Reynolds\, Sol Santos\, Dean Walker\, Gina DuQueene\, Karla Narcesse\, Jason & Vanessa Houk and Jesus Sepulveda. \nThree ticket types are available and there is an associated\, in person event called Curative Beats Saturday night included in two of the ticket prices.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cura-culture-of-unity-and-repair-in-ashland-online-summit/2024-03-30/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T193000
DTSTAMP:20240308T171711Z
CREATED:20240308T171711Z
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SUMMARY:Why We Are Beaver Believers
DESCRIPTION:Besides serving as the state animal\, and the OSU emblem\, Beavers are incredibly valuable components of our natural and managed ecosystems. This is becoming especially evident as climate change compromises water supplies across the landscape. Unfortunately\, beavers can also become a menace for some forest and agricultural operations. As a result\, they have become the subject of meaningful legislation over the last two sessions in Salem\, firstly to provide them some protection and secondly to help landowners learn how to coexist with them. \nDuring SOCCAN’s March open public meeting on Tuesday March 26th\, Jakob Shockey\, founder and Executive Director of Project Beaver will deliver a presentation on Beaver during which he will offer an introduction to the beavers\, followed by a discussion of how they build habitat resilience and water security in the face of climate change. Jakob will round out with a discussion of the challenges they face and ways folks can help. \nThe program is free and open to the public. It will run from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the Medford Public Library\, 205 S. Central Avenue\, Medford
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/why-we-are-beaver-believers/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T190000
DTSTAMP:20240308T172756Z
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SUMMARY:Unite Oregon: Post Legislative Session Town Hall 
DESCRIPTION:Unite Oregon invites everyone to learn about the outcomes of their 2024 Action Agenda in our Post Session Town Hall on Zoom. \nThis event will tell you about what happened to our bills during session and will keep you updated on next steps! \nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024 6:00 PM –  7:00 PM PT \nLearn More and Register Here \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/unite-oregon-post-legislative-session-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T163000
DTSTAMP:20240308T173706Z
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SUMMARY:Deconstructing Whiteness Session March 10
DESCRIPTION:Share time with peers grappling with issues of whiteness.\nIncrease your consistency of attending a white accountability space.\nGrow compassion and connection for yourself and others.\n\nThe group suggests reading the following materials before the meeting:\n\n\nWhite Supremacy Culture-Still Here-2021\nNice Racism; How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm by Robin DiAngelo
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/deconstructing-whiteness-session-march-10/
LOCATION:Pony Espresso\, 175 Lithia Way\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20240229T210942Z
CREATED:20240229T210942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T210942Z
UID:10001874-1709996400-1710003600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund In concert with The Holy Misfits
DESCRIPTION:A concert featuring Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund\, along with the Holy Misfits will be held Saturday\, March 9\, 3:00 pm at Ashland United Church of Christ\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd. True to the folk tradition\, Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund perform songs that stir us to an awareness of the times we live in. The Holy Misfits\, Lynne Pethtel\, Marcy Robertson and Jeannie Marsh\, are committed to sharing their music to benefit social justice and raise the vibration of loving service to all. \nThe concert will benefit local organizations’ rental relief and utility assistance programs. Suggested donation of $10 to $100. Sponsored by Ashland United Church of Christ’s Justice and Witness Ministry. \nSaturday\, March 9\, 3:00 pm \nSuggested donation: $10-$100 \nBenefit for the “Good Sam Fund” \nSupporting local organizations’ rental & utility assistance programs
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/lisa-spencer-and-karen-wennlund-in-concert-with-the-holy-misfits/
LOCATION:Ashland Peace Church\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T173000
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SUMMARY:All Things Fire Fair
DESCRIPTION:• Saturday\, March 9\, 2024\n• 11:00 AM 5:30 PM\n• Applegate Valley Fire District #9 1095 Upper Applegate Road Jacksonville\, OR\, 97530 United States (map) \nJoin KS Wildfor a family-friendly event featuring a dynamic mix of presentations and interactive demonstrations focused on wildfire and community preparedness.\nAttendees will have the opportunity to explore tables with essential information and resources– including how to access financial assistance for fuels reduction on private lands. Learn how to take action and hear from experts on a variety of topics.\nDemonstrations & Presentations Schedule:
11:00 – 11:45   Welcome from Applegate Fire Marshal Brian Mulhollen\n11:45 – 1:00     Kid-Friendly Experiment on Fire Behavior with Sofia Maciel (SOFRC)\n12:00 – 12:45  Mastication\, Slash\, & Pile Burning with Dan Defenbough (Jungle Tamer) & Brian Mulhollen (AVFD)\n1:00 – 1:45      Home Hardening & Defensible Space with Rich Fairbanks (Prescriptions for Safety)\n2:00 – 2:45     Mastication\, Slash\, & Pile Burning with Dan Defenbough (Jungle Tamer) & Brian Mulhollen (AVFD)\n3:00 – 3:45     Intro to Prescribed Burning & Fire Behavior with Aaron Krikava (RVPBA) & Chris Adlam (OSU Extension)\n4:00 – 5:30     Addressing the Doug Fir Die Off & BLM Strategies for the Future \nThis event is hosted by members of the Applegate Valley Forest and Fire Working Group:\nApplegate & Williams Fire Districts ᐧ KS Wild ᐧ Applegate Partnership & Watershed Council ᐧ OSU Extension ᐧ Southern Oregon Forest Restoration Collaborative ᐧ Rogue Valley Prescribed Burn Association ᐧ Jungle Tamer ᐧ Bureau of Land Management ᐧ United States Forest Service ᐧ Oregon State Fire Marshal ᐧ Natural Resources Conservation Service ᐧ A Greater Applegate \nFood and beverages available for purchase onsite from Black Barn Farm
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/all-things-fire-fair/
LOCATION:Applegate Valley Fire District #9\, 1095 Upper Applegate Road\, Jacksonville\, OR\, 97530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T213000
DTSTAMP:20240229T223549Z
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SUMMARY:Gig for Gaza -- A Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come join Jewish Voice for Peace in our fundraising efforts for the beloved people of Gaza. 100% of Proceeds will go to organizations that are delivering humanitarian aid and services directly to the people of Gaza. \nConcert\, dancing and more! Siblings Isla and Rowan Blanchflower alongside James Keigher form Riméad\, creating an exciting and delightful blend of traditional and original tunes on fiddle\, accordion\, mandocello and bodhrán. A new generation of musicians with an old fella thrown in for good measure. \nPeg Tooth Bow Saw organize monthly community dance events featuring live tunes played by various local musicians and called dances. Beginners are welcome\, no partner necessary. Featuring circles\, squares\, contras\, waltz’s\,etc. \nSilent auction and raffle will be ongoing throughout the evening\, featuring quality items and services. Come connect with community\, build solidarity\, share some food and drink and lift your spirits with joyful music and dance\, all in support of the people of Gaza and a Free Palestine. \nThis event is cosponsored by Jewish Voice for Peace-Rogue Valley. A $5-$50 donation will be requested at the door. All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/gig-for-gaza-a-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Bellevue Grange\, 1050 Tollman Creek Road\, Ashland\, Or\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T170000
DTSTAMP:20240124T193613Z
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
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SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T170000
DTSTAMP:20240124T193613Z
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001790-1708444800-1708448400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20240215T214250Z
CREATED:20240209T173556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T214250Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling and Potluck Lunch with David West
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 17 @ 3:00pm in the Great Hall RVUUF will host a potluck and storytelling afternoon with David West\, (Enrolled: Citizen Potawatomi Nation) and Director Emeritus of SOU’s Native American Studies Program.  After inviting everyone to share in a water and food blessing\, David will share stories with a focus on water and seven generations planning.  This is a wonderful opportunity to experience traditional oral storytelling from one who was raised and trained in this tradition. \nAs David says\, “Come and listen because in that storytelling there may be one word\, one sentence\, one story that was meant just for you.  And it might answer a question of need that you hadn’t even asked.  That’s the wisdom of this storytelling time.”  Bring your favorite potluck dish (hot or cold) to share.  Also\, please bring your own table setting\, mug and silverware. \nRVUUF will provide paper napkins\, coffee\, tea\, and water.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/storytelling-and-potluck-lunch-with-david-west/
LOCATION:Rogue Vally UU Fellowship\, Ashland\, Oreogn\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Indigenous Sovereignty,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T170000
DTSTAMP:20240124T193613Z
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001789-1707840000-1707843600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T193000
DTSTAMP:20240209T222741Z
CREATED:20240209T201404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T222741Z
UID:10001804-1707760800-1707766200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Ashland Sunrise Project: What is it?
DESCRIPTION:The Sunrise Project aims to help former sundown towns reconcile their history of racial exclusion by creating new identities as that of “sunrise communities\,” the opposite of sundown towns. After starting in Grants Pass\, the Oregon Remembrance Project is now working with community members in Ashland to bring this vision of belonging for all to our community. Learn more about the project and how you can join us in rewriting the ending to the story of a sundown town. \nFeatured speakers include Taylor Stewart (Oregon Remembrance Project)\, Gabi Johnsen (Grants Pass Remembrance)\, & Anna Sloan (Southern Oregon Historical Society). \nAshland Sunrise Project is an Ashland Together Initiative in partnership with the Oregon Remembrance Project. \nThe event is free and open to the public. For more information and to RSVP\, please go to our website at: \nhttps://ashlandtogether.org/event/launch-of-the-ashland-sunrise-project/ \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ashland-sunrise-project-what-is-it/
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:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T170000
DTSTAMP:20240209T175936Z
CREATED:20240209T175915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T175936Z
UID:10001807-1707559200-1707584400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Black History Celebrartion: Children's Museum Celebration
DESCRIPTION:BASE is teaming up with The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon for a special Black History Month Celebration on Saturday\, February 10 from 10a-5p. There will be music from DJ Simon\, special programs in the movement\, culinary\, and clay studios\, plus more. Learn more about this family-friendly celebration at TCMSO.org.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/25901/
LOCATION:Childrens Museum of Southern Oregon\, 413 W Main St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T170000
DTSTAMP:20240124T193613Z
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001788-1707235200-1707238800@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T160000
DTSTAMP:20240124T194055Z
CREATED:20240124T194033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T194055Z
UID:10001792-1706950800-1706976000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Southern Oregon Homelessness Summit: Feb 3
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about the escalating crisis of homelessness? \nDo you want to help? Are you looking for a place to start? \nCome learn about the causes and possible solutions to this complex issue. \n$25 Online Ticket Sales END MONDAY JAN. 29\, 2024. Door Price $35 \nThe 2024 Southern Oregon Homelessness Summit is a rare opportunity to dive deep and explore the growing challenges and proven solutions to issues surrounding homelessness. Come engage and get insights from some of the top leaders. \nEveryone is welcome to attend this low-cost\, day-long intensive summit. This is a gathering of seasoned professionals addressing the challenges along with caring people who feel compassion for their fellow community members to network and become better informed about the issues. \nGet inspired and learn from these presenters from the national\, state and local levels about the causes of homelessness\, from a lack of affordable housing\, income disparities\, health issues\, domestic violence\, and racial inequalities. \nMany people hold stereotypes of what they think homelessness is\, but it’s a complex issue that is multifaceted and requires study to truly understand and to learn ways to diligently apply solutions. People of all backgrounds across the country are struggling with housing costs that have far outpaced wage growth. Many homeless families and individuals remain unseen. \nMoreover\, certain populations are at greater risk of homelessness. They have fewer opportunities to access safe\, affordable housing and health care and face more barriers to fulfilling these basic needs once they lose them. \nDID YOU KNOW? THE HOMELESSNESS CRISIS IS FUNDAMENTALLY A HOUSING CRISIS \nProduced by: Architects of the New Paradigm Conference Series\, OHRA; Opportunities for Housing\, Resources and Assistance\, and RVML Community Resource Center. \nTicket price includes plated lunch. \nFULL DETAILS AND PRESENTER BIOS HERE \nPlease email for more information: registration@anpconference.com
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/southern-oregon-homelessness-summit-feb-3/
LOCATION:Ashland Hills Inn\, 1515 Ashland Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240127T130000
DTSTAMP:20240124T192932Z
CREATED:20240124T192932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T192932Z
UID:10001787-1706353200-1706360400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Online Forum—Building a World Without Nuclear Weapons: An Urgent Imperative
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 27\, 2024  from 11:00 AM 1:00 PM Friends of Pace e Bene  will present an online forum with a coalition of speakers. The event is free. \n“To love our enemies means we have to begin the process of ending our preparations to kill them\, including our preparations to drop nuclear weapons on them.” \n—Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace: A Conversation Toward Nuclear Disarmament 
A Pastoral Letter by Most Reverend John C. Wester\, Archbishop of Santa Fe
January 11\, 2022\, page 16 \nFrom Friends of Pace e Bene: \nAs we approach the second anniversary of Archbishop Wester’s pastoral letter\, cited above\, and the third anniversary of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) entering into force\, Pax Christi Massachusetts is planning an online forum on January 27\, 2024\, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET\, entitled Building a World Without Nuclear Weapons: An Urgent Imperative\, to examine the existential threat and moral implications of nuclear weapons\, to enter into dialogue about solutions\, and to urge prayer and action from individuals and groups. \nRegistration details are still being developed\, but three powerful speakers have already been secured: Archbishop Wester; Dr. Ira Helfand\, International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW)/Back from the Brink\, and Marie Dennis\, Catholic Nonviolent Initiative/Pax Christi International. Claire Schaeffer-Duffy of SS. Francis and Therese Catholic Worker\, Worcester\, will serve as moderator. \nRegister here.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/online-forum-building-a-world-without-nuclear-weapons-an-urgent-imperative/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T080000
DTSTAMP:20240119T202252Z
CREATED:20240119T192037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T202252Z
UID:10001786-1706076000-1706083200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Cultivating Living Soils: A Free Webinar with Dr. Vandana Shiva and Dr. Eliane Ingham
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Vandana Shiva\, a passionate advocate for biodiversity and sustainable farming\, and Dr. Elaine Ingham\, a leading expert in soil ecology. These dynamic scientists will delve into the significance of regenerative agriculture for our planet. Together\, they will explore topics such as biodiversity conservation\, soil health\, empowering farmers and gardeners\, climate resilience\, and global success stories in the regenerative agriculture movement. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, environmentalist\, or just have a curious mind\, join us to gain valuable insights into creating a more sustainable and resilient future. After their conversation there will be a live audience Q&A session with these fascinating and accomplished scientists!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cultivating-living-soils-a-free-webinar-with-dr-vandana-shiva-and-dr-eliane-ingham/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T210000
DTSTAMP:20231215T230534Z
CREATED:20231211T000120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T230534Z
UID:10001413-1705773600-1705784400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Mentoring Essentials Training - January 19 & 20
DESCRIPTION:Rogue Valley Mentoring matches adults with youth for one-to-one mentoring\, and utilizes experienced volunteers in school and community circles. Youth in all these programs receive in-depth mentoring every week\, or at least four hours per month. \nThe next Mentoring Essentials Training will be January 19th from 6p-9p\, and January 20th from 9a-5p.  You must attend both days of training to complete it. \nRegister Here: Mentor Application \nThe training will take place at the RVM Nature Center\, 2931 S Pacific Hwy\, Medford\, OR 97501. \n*Follow signs to ‘Nature Center’ after entering Lithia & Driveway Fields. \nTraining Details: Our Mentoring Essentials Training is free for those who commit to volunteering with RVM for at least a year after completing it. There is a $150 fee to take the training without becoming a volunteer. \nThe training covers strength-based communication\, trauma-informed care\, youth development\, active listening\, and avoiding bias; it also gives scenarios in small groups to practice the skills learned. \nWe are always receiving new applications from youth hoping for mentors.  We serve any youth in Jackson County between the ages of 9 and 24 years; most of our mentees are in middle- or high- school. Mentors are matched with youth who have similar interests; our Matches go hiking\, see movies\, play sports\, check out local art\, and more! \nThe volunteer schedule is flexible for 1:1 Matches\, and agreed upon by volunteer mentors and their mentee’s family: you can make a big impact in just 6-10 hours per month! \nWe offer a $50 monthly stipend to volunteers in an active 1:1 Match\, or Circle / Program\, monthly support via Zoom meeting with our staff and other volunteers\, and free\, quarterly\, in-person trainings with all our volunteers
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/mentoring-essentials-training-rogue-valley-mentoring/
LOCATION:RVM Nature Center\, 2931 S Pacific Hwy\, Medford\, OR\, 97501
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T140000
DTSTAMP:20240112T194206Z
CREATED:20240112T184317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T194206Z
UID:10001783-1705318200-1705327200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:MLK Day 2024: Ashland Armory
DESCRIPTION:On Monday January 15\, join community members for Southern Oregon’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\, Holiday Celebration from noon to 1:30 p.m.\, at the Historic Ashland Armory in downtown Ashland. The event is free and open to the public. \nCome celebrate Dr. King’s legacy and our diverse and vibrant community. Seating is limited and available on a first come basis. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. This is a family event and all ages are welcome. Admission is free\, but donations are welcome. We encourage everyone to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the SOU Food Pantry. The event is sign-language interpreted. \nFor those who cannot attend\, the event will be live-streamed here on somlk.org and on RVTV’s YouTube channel. \nThis year\, the celebration’s theme is “We Choose Love! Now more than ever\, the DREAM must continue.” \nThis year’s Keynote speech will be delivered by historian\, educator\, and longtime host\, D.L. Richardson. \nThe celebration will include messages from faith leaders in the valley\, and performances by the Ashland School District Middle School Choir\, the Rogue Valley Peace Choir\, BASE Youth Dancers\, spoken word from area students\, and The Friends of Bishop Mayfield Band who will perform a tribute to the beloved local blues legend. There will also be a slideshow presentation on the need for the Civil Rights Movement\, as we celebrate the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act\, sixty years later \nFinally\, in keeping with a long-time tradition\, we will march from the Armory to the downtown Plaza to hear Dr. King’s original\, “I have a Dream\,” speech\, where the Kirby Shaw Singers will perform.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/mlk-day-2024-ashland-armory/
LOCATION:Ashland Old Armory\, 208 Oak Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240112T130000
DTSTAMP:20231222T182557Z
CREATED:20231222T182557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T182557Z
UID:10001782-1705050000-1705064400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:EMERGENCY SUMMIT FOR GAZA: Ceasefire\, Saving Lives\, Building Peace
DESCRIPTION:Fellowship of Reconcilliation and the Rainbow PUSH Coalition are hosting an Emergency Summit for Gaza in Chicago and online Friday January 12 and Saturday January 13. \nFrom FOR director\, Ariel Gold ” \nConveners: Rev. Jesse Jackson\, Rainbow Push Coalition\, Arab American Institute\, Fellowship of Reconciliation\, and more to come. \nSpeakers include: Rev. Jesse Jackson\, Rev. Fahed Abuakel\, Dr. James Zogby\, Peter Beinart\, Congressman Johnathon Jackson\, Rabbi Arthur Waskow\, Rabbi Phyllis Berman\, Dr. Nina Turner\, Illinois State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid\, Rev. Frederick Haynes \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/emergency-summit-for-gaza-ceasefire-saving-lives-building-peace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,InterFaith,War & Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240115
DTSTAMP:20240112T185336Z
CREATED:20240112T185336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T185336Z
UID:10001784-1705017600-1705276799@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:MLK Weekend in Grants Pass
DESCRIPTION:MLK Weekend – 3 days of events with the theme of ‘celebrating the extraordinary in ordinary people’ in Grants Pass. \nOne Act Festival\nFriday\, January 12 at 6pm at GPHS Performing Arts Center\nStudent-directed performance of short plays celebrating “Ordinary People.” Hosted by the GPHS Theatre Department. \nCommunity Gathering\nSaturday\, January 13 at 4:30 pm\, GPHS Performing Arts Center\nCreative presentation by students and community members followed by a Community Group Fair with food vendors. Hosted by Grants Pass Remembrance. \nMLK Day Celebration\nMonday\, January 15 at 6pm at Newman Methodist Church\nInspiring evening of story and song hosted by Rogue Community College’s Courageous Conversations.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/mlk-weekend-in-grants-pass/
LOCATION:Grants Pass High School\, 830 NE 9th St\,\, Grants Pass\, OR\, 97526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T200000
DTSTAMP:20231214T234239Z
CREATED:20231214T234032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T234239Z
UID:10001410-1704996000-1705003200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:FREE Two-Hour Webinar: The Seeds of a White Utopia
DESCRIPTION:On January 11\, Ashland Together invites you to join Portland State University history professor Kristin Teigen for a free\, two hour webinar examining Oregon’s difficult racial past. The event will serve as an introductory session in the lead up to a four week\, online course titled “Unwelcomed: Oregon’s History of Exclusion” beginning February 1st.  \nThe goal of this 2 hour webinar is to better understand our state’s largely unexamined history of discrimination. How did a rebellion in the 1600’s and the Missouri Compromise of 1820 set the stage for Oregon as ‘whites only’ territory\, and later\, a state? From land grabs to redlining to genocide\, countless moments of our history would influence people in Oregon for generations to come. \nRegister and find out more about this event on Ashland Together’s Event Page.  \nInstructor: Kristin Teigen\, Portland State University
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/free-two-hour-webinar-the-seeds-of-a-white-utopia/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T193000
DTSTAMP:20231116T204918Z
CREATED:20231116T204918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T204918Z
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SUMMARY:Dirty Hands & Clean Hearts: Addressing Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:The next SOCAN General meeting will be Tuesday November 28th at the Medford Public Library from 6:00 – 7:30. Garett Long\, Agriculture Director will join us to explain what Demeter Biodynamic and Regenerative Agriculture are\, how they do it\, and how it benefits us all – plus how they hope to achieve the goal of having a much broader impact than just one vineyard. \nMore Information \nTroon Vineyard “farms like the world depends on it.” In addition to providing excellent Rogue Valley\nwines\, Troon Vineyard and Farm on Kubli Road\, Grants Pass\, is certified as practicing Demeter\nBiodynamic and Regenerative Agriculture. This is undertaken with the goal of lightening their footprint\nand maintaining a sustainable operation. \nAs they state on their website: “The recent certification follows a conversion to biodynamic farming that\nhas revitalized the estate’s soils while also providing a template for other wineries both locally and\naround the world to reduce their environmental footprint.” \nThe next SOCAN General meeting will be Tuesday November 28th at the Medford Public Library from 6:00 – 7:30. Garett Long\, Agriculture Director will join us to explain what Demeter Biodynamic and Regenerative Agriculture are\, how they do it\, and how it benefits us all – plus how they hope to achieve the goal of having a much broader impact than just one vineyard. \nGarett is a farmer and soil scientist who believes healing the planet is in parallel with healing the human\nspirit. He spent five formative years practicing biodynamic and regenerative farming at Apricot Lane\nFarms (see The Biggest Little Farm documentary) and earned his M.S. in Soils & Biogeochemistry from\nthe University of California-Davis. He co-founded Soil Life Services\, which supports producers in\nmonitoring and evaluating the impacts of agricultural management on soil carbon and other metrics of\nsoil health. He was also the Board Treasurer for the Josephine Porter Institute (2019-22). Since 2021\, he\nhas served as the Director of Agriculture at Troon Vineyard\, Oregon’s only Biodynamic and Regenerative\nOrganic Certified farm. \nHe is passionate about real\, good food\, preaching the value of soil\, and the interconnectedness of all\nlife. He has lectured on soil health\, composting and regenerative farming for individuals and brands.\nGarett has engaged the movement at the intersection of agriculture and ecosystem management\,\nworking with people in resolute action to conserve what we have\, and restore what we have lost. \nThere is no charge for attending the meeting. \nSOCAN invites you to join them and learn what Troon is doing.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/dirty-hands-clean-hearts-addressing-soil-health/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate
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SUMMARY:Ukraine Eyewitness: Report from the Front – On the Threat of Nuclear Disaster
DESCRIPTION:A member of Physicians for Social Responsibility’s Committee for the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons\, Peter Lumsdaine will lead us in an in-person briefing and discussion of his unique 2023 visit to Ukraine & Poland with a group seeking answers to questions like: \nWhere is the conflict going?   \nWill it lead to global nuclear war?   \nPeter Lumsdaine is a long-term public-interest educator and organizer\, having worked under UC Davis and US Department of Energy grant projects and on the program staff of NGOs such as Global Exchange and the Resource Center for Nonviolence.  His work has taken him to armed resource-conflict zones in occupied Iraq\, Mexico\, and the Philippines –  as well as to Jordan\, Israel\, Guatemala\, Korea\, Hiroshima and Nagasaki.  Over the years he has been an invited speaker for more than 100 campus\, church\, community\, and conference audiences across the US and beyond. \nShortly before the Ukrainian government’s military summer counteroffensive began\, he traveled in Ukraine and Poland with a delegation of the Zaporizhzhia Protection Project (ZPP)\, which seeks to avert a military disaster at the nuclear power plant of that name  –   though his report will also cover the broader situation in Ukraine\, the war’s technological escalation\, and its rapidly accelerating global implications. \nIn Ukraine he and three other delegation members travelled to Kyiv\, Dnipro\, Zaporizhzhia\, the countryside in between\, and then through backroads army checkpoints to the mining town of Marhanets\, near the Ukrainian military’s off-limits “red zone” and the Russian lines\, across the river from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.\nLumsdaine and other delegation members interviewed Ukrainian townspeople and refugees\, miners and factory workers\, journalists and teachers\, church and community leaders\, former Russian citizens\, government officials\, soldiers\, and Ukrainian anti-war dissenters involved in their country’s semi-underground peace movement. \nContact Peter at tierralinda@gmail.com
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ukraine-eyewitness-report-from-the-front-on-the-threat-of-nuclear-disaster/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,War & Peace
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