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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231003T183000
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SUMMARY:New Cultivation New Culture Building in Ashland/So. Or
DESCRIPTION:New Cultivation presents New Culture Building\, is a class for local community members to connect and learn the basics of challenging conversation that leads to culture change. Tonai Foster and Jaime Powell will offer a dialogue style portion of class\, and then guide a portion of class in triad forms\, groups of 3 people\, taking turns to listen and share.\n\nDifferent prompts for individual\, triad and group conversation will be centered on the topic of anti-racism and healing racialized trauma. We will also use writing prompts\, journaling and opportunities for a group feedback and future visioning process at the end.\n\nBuy Tickets: $20-40 Sliding Scale\n————-\nhttp://www.newcultivation.space/ \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/new-cultivation-new-culture-building-in-ashland-so-or/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:Visit the "Better Way Forward" booth at the Medford Multicultural Fair
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to visit the “Better Way Forward” booth at the Medford Multicultural Fair\, at Pear Blossom Park in Medford – 10am to 4 pm \nThe booth is a collaboration between Peace House\, KSKQ\, Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance and Water League. During this 12-day period\, individuals and groups from across the country and around the world create “actions” for a culture of peace\, economic equality\, racial justice and environmental healing. \nThe “Better Way Forward” booth is one of the Rogue Valley actions part of Campaign Nonviolence this year.  https://paceebene.org/campaign-nonviolence
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/visit-the-better-way-forward-booth-at-the-medford-multicultural-fair/
LOCATION:Pear Blossom Park\, 204 N Bartlett St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:From Local Action to Global Impact
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Sept. 21 — From Local Action to Global Impact – Noon-1pm – Global ZoomMany of us grapple with the questions of what is ours to do and how do we make the biggest impact. We do so as we process the overwhelm and despair that emerges as we witness the unfolding climate chaos—wildfires\, hurricanes\, heat waves\, people forced to flee their homes due to disasters\, and so much more. \nThose feelings live alongside the knowledge that urgent action is needed and a soup of paralysis\, anxiety\, and dread can ensue. Join the Pachamama Alliance global community to explore the journey from concern\, dread\, and paralysis to impactful action. We’ll explore the connection between global issues and local solutions and share some examples of individuals who are on a journey to discover their role to play in the unfolding climate crisis. \nThis call is part of Resilience and Possibility in These Times\, a series of online offerings to support us all in staying connected to one another during these challenging times. \nRegister Here: https://landing.pachamama.org/call-48-impact
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/from-local-action-to-global-impact/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate,Community Event,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:Fall 2023 Nonviolence Reading Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to live in peace in today’s chaotic world? Are you inspired by reading about successful nonviolence movements?  \nSign Up for the Fall Book Club Now! \nThree Ashland organizations are co-hosting a promising book club that will address these questions and shed light on possibilities for peace activism. Peace House\, South Mountain Friends Meeting\, and Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance invite you to join a four–week book club meeting at Peace House\, 543 S. Mountain Ave.\, Ashland. \nThis unique reading group is part of Peace House’s 40th anniversary “Season of Nonviolence” and Pace e Bene’s “Campaign Nonviolence Days of Action\,” an annual international campaign dedicated to “working to end war\, poverty\, racism and environmental destruction—and building a nonviolent culture.” \nThis local reading group features three different books\, each with a different perspective. Participants will explore together what it means to shift into a culture of peace and build a community of nonviolence. Learn more about the books being discussed here: https://southernoregonpachamama.org/2023/07/30/prepare-for-a-season-of-nonviolence/. \nPrior to the first meeting you’ll receive a reminder from book club organizers. Locate the book of your choice and read the first week’s assignment for that book by the first meeting on Sept. 20. \nWednesdays\, Sept. 20-Oct. 11 — Book Club to Prepare for a ‘Season of Nonviolence’ – 6:30-8 pm
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/fall-2023-nonviolence-reading-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:Lotus Institute: September’s Talk with Dr. Larry Ward
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the September online dharma talk. The theme will be posted soon to our website\, and across Instagram and Facebook. \nWednesday\, September 20 \n4:00–5:30 pm pt | 7:00–8:30 pm et \nDonation-based event \nhttps://www.thelotusinstitute.org/events-all/september-talk
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/lotus-institute-septembers-talk-with-dr-larry-ward/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Event,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230917T230000
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SUMMARY:Aloha Maui Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to the Historic Ashland Armory this Sunday\, September 17 for the “Aloha Maui Benefit Concert” to support Lahaina wildfire victims. \nEntry fees range from $20 to $100 depending on how much you want to donate and all profits will go directly to victims in Maui through United Way of Jackson County. \n“For a lot of people\, when they’re giving small amounts and helping\, what it does is give people a feeling that they’ve had something to do with the recovery\,” said Greg Frederick with The Rogue Suspects. “And I think especially with some of the disasters we’ve suffered here\, I think people feel like they’d like to give back.” \nSeveral of our favorite Southern Oregon music groups will be performing\, including The Rogue Suspects\, Alice Di Michele\, Petty Thievery\, HA’ENA and Fret Drifters. \nThis is an all-ages event with food provided by Gather and wine from Dos Mariposas Vineyard. \nDoors open at 5:30 pm for the silent auction and refreshments. Live music starts at 7:00 pm and goes until 11:00 pm. \nIf you’re interested in donating items for the silent auction\, you can drop them off at the Ashland Armory anytime after 12:00 pm on September 17th. To donate money via GoFundMe\, click on this link. \nTo buy tickets ahead of time\, please visit the Aloha Maui website.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/aloha-maui-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:Historic Armory\, 208 Oak St.\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T200000
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SUMMARY:Dia de la Independencia: El Mercadito in Talent
DESCRIPTION:This Saturday\, September 16th from 3 pm to 8 pm\, El Mercadito is joining Music On the Commons at the library park in Talent\, OR to honor and celebrate a historical weekend for our people. We will have many fun and exciting activities during the day\, but make sure you stay for our surprise live music performance starting at 6 pm. It’s the perfect opportunity for you and your family to meet many of our local Latinx and BIPOC vendors while learning about Mexican Independence Day and how it connects to our mission. \nEl Mercadito: \nLocation:\nOutside Historic Town Hall\nTime:\n3- 8 pm\nDetails: 25+ art\, clothing\, food\, jewelry vendors\nMural painting\, Folkloric dancers\, activities for kids by Talent Maker City. \nMusic On The Commons: \nLocation: \nCommons Stage at Commons Library Park (between Talent City Hall & Library) \nTime: \n6 – 7:30-ish pm \nDetails: La Doña is a reggaeton singer\, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She combines her deep roots in Latin folk traditions like corridos and rumba with the modern sounds of reggaeton\, cumbia\, and hip hop. \nBring chairs or blankets to sit on. Kids are welcome to play on the playground at the park during the event. Picnic dinners from home\, local restaurants\, or food trucks at the event are encouraged. No alcohol allowed in the public park. \n  \nMore details can be found on Facebook on the Dia de la Independencia Celebración event page!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/dia-de-la-independencia-el-mercadito-in-talent/
LOCATION:Old Historic Town Hall – Talent\, 206 E. Main Street\, Talent\, 97540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Indigenous Sovereignty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T140000
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SUMMARY:Ashland as a City of Peace
DESCRIPTION:Citizens and Visitors in Ashland Let’s Talk! \nAshland has been proclaimed a City of Peace since May 16\, 2017. \n\nWhat does this mean now\, what does this look like post Covid?\nWhat do we want it to be?\n\nYou are invited to join community members in a dialogue of exploration and\nsharing ideas in an environment of respect and listening. \nSponsored by Ashland Culture of Peace Commission— info@ashlandcpc.org
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ashland-as-a-city-of-peace/
LOCATION:Ashland Library\, 410 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230908T180103Z
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SUMMARY:Live meditation with Peggy Rowe Ward
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 30-minute online meditation led by Peggy Rowe Ward. The theme will focus on our tree ancestors and the deep rooted friendship and wisdom they provide all beings. Bring a memory of your favorite tree to join us on the cushion! \nWednesday\, September 13 \n5:30–6:00 am pt | 8:30–9:00 am et \nDonation-based event \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/live-meditation-with-peggy-rowe-ward/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Event,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230908T181542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T181542Z
UID:10000946-1694458800-1694462400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Bloomsbury Events: This Wild Life: Heroines in the History of Botany 1650-1850
DESCRIPTION:From encounters with pirates and historic earthquakes to visits from the Queen\, the women in these pages led amazing lives. Each was a true heroine who contributed dramatically to plant knowledge before the word botany even existed. They explored\, collected and propagated plants alongside a large majority of men\, their endeavors often barely acknowledged and their names forgotten. \nAdventure\, courage\, intelligence and determination marked each life. Here are their stories\, that we may celebrate these women and their accomplishments. \nMonday September 11th 7 to 8 pm
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/bloomsbury-events-this-wild-life-heroines-in-the-history-of-botany-1650-1850/
LOCATION:Bloomsbury Books\, 290 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230810T215330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T215330Z
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SUMMARY:SOCAN: What’s Happening to our Douglas firs?
DESCRIPTION:Anyone spending time in the dryer forests of Southern Oregon will have seen the splashes of orange among the healthy green backdrop. These splashes of color portend our future; they represent Douglas firs that are expiring. As the trees die\, the needles lose the healthy green chlorophyll that drives photosynthesis and produce the familiar orange splashes that increasingly dot the skyline of our hills.Extension Forester\, OSU (retired) Max Bennett has been studying this phenomenon for some years. \nBennett will provide an account of his findings and conclusions during the next Southern Oregon Climate Action Now monthly open public meeting. The program will occur on Tuesday August 29 th at 6:00 pm at the Medford Public Library. The presentation is free and open to the public.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/socan-whats-happening-to-our-douglas-firs/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T160000
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SUMMARY:Benefit Concert for Sviatohirsk\, Ukraine: Ashland's Sister City
DESCRIPTION:ASAP is pleased to announce a Benefit Concert for Sviatohirsk’s will take place on Saturday\, August 19\, 2 p.m. at the Ashland High School Theatre on 201 S Mountain Ave. The concert will feature: \n\nThe Southern Oregon Repertory Singers with Paul French\, Conductor – The Southern Oregon Repertory Singers celebrate 34 years of providing the highest quality choral music to the Rogue Valley. Their 60+voice ensemble is comprised of volunteer and paid\, semi-professional singers\, many of whom are professional performers and/or music educators. Under the direction of Dr. Paul French\, the chorus has gained national recognition from some of the most recognized conductors and soloists in the U.S.\nIryna Kudielina\, 2022 Winner International Pianist – Iryna Kudielina was born in the Stakhanov\, Lugansky region of Ukraine\, In September 2019 she won the Erasmus+ Project Competition In June of 2022\, Kudielina was awarded the First Prize at the 16th Concurso Internacional de Piano do Alto Minho and the First Prize at the Premio Elisa de Sousa Pedroso in Vila Real\, Portugal. Currently\, Iryna is a graduate student in Piano at SOU studying under Dr. Alexander Tutunov\nKris Yvon Yenney\, M.M. ~ Cellist\, Conductor\, Composer\, Educator – Kris Yvon Yenney has recorded seven critically acclaimed albums and toured throughout the West. She teaches cello and chamber music privately and can be heard on numerous recordings ranging from Classical to Celtic to Jazz. cellosopher.com\nMichael Silversher\, Grammy Award Winning Composer – Michael Silversher has been writing songs since 1960\, composing hundreds of songs for Disney\, Jim Hensen\, Warner Bros. Nominated for three Emmy awards with his collaborator\, Patty Silversher\, they were co-winners of the Grammy award for Soundtrack for Elmo in Grouchland. They currently have two series on TV: Dinosaur Train and Word Party\nUkrainian Children Singers and More \n\nTo learn more about ASAP and ways that you can help\, please visit ASAPAshland.org. To buy tickets for the August 19 Benefit Concert\, go to ashlandhs.booktix.com. Tickets are $10 for students under 18 and Seniors over 65; $15 for adults. Please consider making a donation when you purchase tickets. Non-reserved tickets available at Paddington Station\, 125 E Main St in Ashland\, or at the door. \n “We are better together!” – Information on both sister cities for Ashland can be found at ashland.or.us/SisterCity.\nThe Ashland City Council unanimously approved a sister city partnership with Sviatohirs’k\, Ukraine\, at the June 20\, 2023\, Council meeting. The relationship will support humanitarian aid and fundraising efforts within the Ashland community. The approved partnership authorized Mayor Tonya Graham to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that memorializes the relationship between Sviatohirs’k and Ashland and offers support amidst unimaginable suffering and dire conditions faced by our brothers and sisters of Ukraine. \nThe new sister city relationship will involve various reciprocal activities in education\, the arts and business\, such as exchange programs\, scholarships\, cultural events\, language training programs and potential business partnerships – Much like the relationship the City of Ashland has shared with their other sister city\, Guanajuato\, for over 50 years. However\, due to the devastation of Sviatohirs’k by Russian occupation in 2022\, the immediate goal will be to aid the new sister city. The Ashland–Sviatohirs’k Aid Project (ASAP) will be vital in this effort. \n“The city was 70% destroyed by the Russians\,” stated Ben Stott\, who has been leading the effort to form the new sister city relationship. “They were occupied for four months. When they (Russians) left\, they stole pretty much everything. They cleaned out the hospital. They just wiped out everything and stole it\, and so what we’re hoping to do through fundraising and public awareness is to help them rebuild the civic infrastructure so that they can get a working government again so people will start to move back to the city\,” Stott said. Graham added that she spoke with the Mayor of Sviatohirsk’s about the destruction of many parts of the Ukrainian city\, but the Ukrainian Mayor emphasized there is hope in the future of reciprocating the relationship with Ashland. But right now\, resources are needed.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/benefit-concert-for-sviatohirsk-ukraine-ashlands-sister-city/
LOCATION:Ashland High School\, Mountain Street\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:Ninety Seconds to Midnight: What Can We Do?
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, August 9\, Peace House\, One Sunny Day Initiatives and the Peace and Witness Team of the Ashland Congregational Church will host an opportunity for learning and discussion on our geopolitical situation. \nWhat can we do?  What initiatives may be possible to scale back the dangers of nuclear war? \nSpeakers include: \n\nDr. Michael Niemann\, Retired Professor of International Studies: Luck Is Not a Strategy\nDr. Hideko Tamura Snider\, Hiroshima survivor: The Urgency of Peace\n\n  \n\n  \nHideko Tamura Snider holds an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. She was recently interviewed for the MSNBC documentary program “Oppenheimer\,” after being flown to Los Angeles by the producers\, in order to provide her witness of the bombing of her home town in 1945\, seventy-eight years ago.Then ten years old\, she lost many family members and suffered from terrible radiation burns. As an adult and social worker\, Hideko has worked tirelessly to alert people to the horrors of nuclear war and the steps we need to take to prevent it from happening again. Hideko is the founder of One Sunny Day Initiatives\, which began in 2007\, to promote peace\, hope and reconciliation while working towards a nuclear weapons-free world. \nDr. Michael Niemann is a retired professor of International Studies from Southern Oregon University. He grew up in a small town in western Germany before moving to the United States and studied at the Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität in Bonn\, Germany\, and at the Graduate School of International Studies at the University of Denver where he received a PhD in International Studies.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/august-9-ninety-seconds-to-midnight-what-can-we-do/
LOCATION:Ashland Peace Church\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230801T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230801T170000
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CREATED:20230719T211011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T211011Z
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SUMMARY:A Friend's Call to a Farm Bill for All
DESCRIPTION:Our food system is failing to address hunger in the U.S. Our food system is vulnerable to climate change and a leading contributor to the climate crisis. Join AFSC staff and partners as we host roundtable discussions on the U.S. Farm Bill and how we can collectively call for policies that build a more just\, equitable\, and sustainable food system. \nIn this Farm Bill learning series\, all are welcome to join. We will deepen our understanding of how the Farm Bill functions\, its crucial role in responding to the climate crisis\, and how we can advocate for legislation that prioritizes the growing needs of our communities and environment. \nAug 1\, 2023 04:00 PM
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/a-friends-call-to-a-farm-bill-for-all/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Food Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230725T103000
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SUMMARY:No Way To Treat A Child: American Friends Service Committee
DESCRIPTION:Please join the #nowaytotreatachild campaign co-leaders from Defense for Children International – Palestine and American Friends Service Committee for a webinar on July 25 at 12 p.m. Eastern / 9 a.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. BST.  \nPalestinian rights organizers\, activists\, and advocates across the United States have been busy working to advance the Palestinian Children and Families Act\, H.R. 3103\, which aims to prohibit Israel from using U.S. taxpayer funds to detain and torture Palestinian children\, demolish or seize Palestinian homes and property\, and further annex the occupied West Bank. During this webinar\, several special guests will share their experiences advocating for Palestinian rights in the U.S. and share tips for how you can make progress with your elected officials. \nBackground \nApproximately 2.9 million Palestinians live in the occupied West Bank\, of which around 45 percent are children under the age of 18. \nPalestinian children in the West Bank\, like adults\, face arrest\, prosecution\, and imprisonment under an Israeli military detention system that denies them basic rights. \nSince 1967\, Israel has operated two separate legal systems in the same territory. In the occupied West Bank\, Israeli settlers are subject to the civilian and criminal legal system whereas Palestinians live under military law. \nIsrael applies civilian criminal law to Palestinian children in East Jerusalem. No Israeli child comes into contact with the military courts. \nIsrael has the dubious distinction of being the only country in the world that automatically and systematically prosecutes children in military courts that lack fundamental fair trial rights and protections. Israel prosecutes between 500 and 700 Palestinian children in military courts each year. \nIll-treatment in the Israeli military detention system remains “widespread\, systematic\, and institutionalized throughout the process\,” according to the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) report Children in Israeli Military Detention Observations and Recommendations. \nChildren typically arrive to interrogation bound\, blindfolded\, frightened\, and sleep deprived. \nChildren often give confessions after verbal abuse\, threats\, physical and psychological violence that in some cases amounts to torture. \nIsraeli military law provides no right to legal counsel during interrogation\, and Israeli military court judges seldom exclude confessions obtained by coercion or torture. \nABOUT #NOWAYTOTREATACHILD’S WEBINARS AND ZOOM:\nFor this webinar\, we will be using the Zoom platform. Additional instructions and details for joining the webinar will be shared by email with individuals that have registered. \nWHEN \nJuly 25\, 2023 at 12:00pm – 1pm \nWHERE \nOnline via Zoom \nCONTACT \nBrad Parker · info@nowaytotreatachild.org
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/no-way-to-treat-a-child-american-friends-service-committee/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T213000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230630T184454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T184454Z
UID:10000930-1689415200-1689543000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Siskiyou Crest: A Festival of Arts\, Culture\, and Science
DESCRIPTION:Festival Schedule of Events July 15-16 at Pacifica\n\nSaturday\, July 15\, at Pacifica: A Garden in the Siskiyous \n10:00—Butterfly walk with Linda Kappen\n10:30—Doors open; announcements\, land acknowledgement\, etc.\n10:45—Panel 1 (Botany)\n12:00—Open (lunch)\n1:00—Panel 2 (Joe Scott)\n2:00—Panel 3 (Wildlife)\n3:30—Poetry readings\n4:00—Reception for invited guests\n5:00—Open (dinner)\n6:00— Keynote speaker: Michael Kauffmann Justin Garwood\, and Luke Ruediger\n7:00—Keynote Q & A\n7:30—Music: Windsong\n8:30—Music: The Pozitronics \nSunday\, July 16\, at Pacifica: A Garden in the Siskiyous \n10:00—Doors open; announcements\, land acknowledgement\, etc.\n10:15—Panel 4 (Threats)\n11:40—Panel 5 (Biodiversity)\n1:00—Open (lunch)\n1:30—Panel 6 (recreation)\n3:15—Music\, poetry\, dance performances\n5:15—Open (dinner)\n6:00-7:00—Keynote speaker: David Rains Wallace\n7:00-7:30—Keynote Q & A\n7:30-8:30— Music: Alice DiMicelle \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArt Show and Performances\n\nPaintings\, photography\, tapestries\, sculpture\, mosaics\, video\, and other visual arts\, plus short performances of poetry\, music\, and dance\, each entry depicting the beauty and inspirational quality of the Siskiyou Crest region.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/celebrating-the-siskiyou-crest-a-festival-of-arts-culture-and-science/
LOCATION:Pacifica Garden\, 14615 Water Gap Road\, Williams\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230715
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230630T183803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T183803Z
UID:10000929-1689292800-1689379199@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Siskiyou Crest: Guided Hikes and Field Trips
DESCRIPTION:Free field trips led by ecologists and naturalists throughout the Siskiyou Crest region on July 14th. See the field trip options listed below. Field trip registration ends on July 7th\, and some trips are already sold out\, so sign up soon for one of these fantastic Siskiyou Crest adventures! \n\n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/celebrating-the-siskiyou-crest-guided-hikes-and-field-trips/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230518T233316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T233346Z
UID:10000750-1687478400-1687737599@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Peace Village Festival 2023
DESCRIPTION:The music and magic of Peace Village Festival is back! After a 6 year hiatus we are rebirthing and reimagining Peace Village. While retaining the great musical lineup\, including late night electronic dance parties\, we are opting for a more unitfied gathering\, with one music stage\, group participation song circles with some of our musicians\, yoga\, cacao ceremonies\, and a few choice workshops. One of the largest Summer Music\, Arts\, and Wellness Festivals in Southern Oregon\, Peace Village takes place on June 23-25 at Jackson Wellsprings Hot Mineral Springs Resort in Ashland\, Oregon\, from 6pm to 2:30am on Friday\, 11am to 2:30am on Saturday\, & 11am to 11pm Sunday. This year’s event builds upon our tradition of high quality music with another amazing lineup. \nFeaturing a local and national lineup of world renowned and beloved musicians\, the festival offers both familiar and new music in a variety of genres. Friday\, June 23rd features 2 amazing singer song writers in Windsong Martin and Alice Di Micele and their stellar bands. Saturday showcases the beautiful voice and songs of Tina Malia\, who will be playing her first concert in the are in several years\, along with the hypnotic sounds of Freedom Tribe\, which feature the soul stirring songs of Freedom and virtuoso guitarist Al Torre. Saturday will also feature  the acoustic\, sweet sounds of Sasha Rose and the incredibly talented Max Ribner. Sunday winds up with some really special treats\, including the world music of Shimshai\, the esteemed Jah Levi and his ensemble\, African Kora player extraordinaire Youssoupha Sidibe\, and opens with fan favorite Sara Tone. DJs for the late night dances Friday and Saturday nights  To Be Announced. \nFor one weekend in June\, Jackson Wellsprings transcends time and space to become a Peace Village\, going beyond ordinary realms to create a unique village setting of peace and community. The event brings the very best of Southern Oregon style and hospitality. Festival goers can enjoy three days of original live music\, stellar late night electronic shows\, an artisans’ market\, visionary artists\, and delicious gourmet vegetarian meals and snacks.* \nThe rejuvenating waters of Jackson Wellsprings\, including a hot mineral soaking pool\, full size swimming pool\, sauna\, and steam bath\, will be available late into the night.** This is a family friendly event. The festival also features Late Night music around the fire and late morning Yoga in the Community Room. A limited number of camping passes are available. \n* Food is available for purchase in the Conscious Food Court at Peace Village Festival. \n** Unlimited use of the Wellsprings pool and spa facilities over the weekend is included with the purchase of a Full Weekend Festival Pass and a Weekend Festival All Access Pass\, or available for a modest cost at the event as an add-on to other ticket options. \n*** Tickets are transferable but non-refundable\n*** Absolutely no alcohol\, dogs or drugs at the event or anywhere onsite. \nGMO free Ashland celebration May 20 park
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/peace-village-festival-2023/
LOCATION:Jackson Wellprings\, 2253 HIGHWAY 99 N\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,InterFaith,Nonviolence
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230612T161218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T172802Z
UID:10000754-1687449600-1687460400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Peace House 40th Year Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:As we pass the 40 year mark\, we are thrilled to open our house to the community with a summer solstice 40th Anniversary Party June 22 from 4-7 p.m. at Peace House. We hope you will join us in commemorating our victories with delicious Middle Eastern food\, live music\, and social justice art by Betty LaDuke. \nIf you plan to come could you RSVP? We’ve created a  simple form to make it easy.\nRSVP Here! \nIn addition to the festivities and plentiful food\, we will have information about our programs and campaigns\, including:\n• A Season of Nonviolence: Celebrating 40 years of peacemaking with skills and resources to bolster peace & justice efforts in Southern Oregon;\n• Prevent War Coalition:  A strategic initiative to support an end to the war in Ukraine and demand stabilizing agreements to reduce the risk of a nuclear war;\n• Rogue Liberation Library: Volunteers that send hundreds of packages of requested books to people in prisons each month; and\n• Uncle Food’s Diner: Our 30-year-old program that works to fill the hunger gap for many members of our community. \nThis event is free and open to the public!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/40yearcelebration/
LOCATION:Peace House
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peace House":MAILTO:info@peacehouse.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230609T165043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T155207Z
UID:10000755-1686999600-1687024800@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:BASE: Juneteenth in Medford 2023
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 17\, 2023\, BASE will host the 3rd Annual Southern Oregon Juneteenth Celebration at Pear Blossom Park in Medford from 11am – 7pm. This family-friendly event will be an outdoor cultural celebration for the entire community featuring food\, education\, music\, and live entertainment. \nThis year’s celebration will showcase our region’s expanding roster of Black-owned businesses\, highlight local Black artists and creatives\, and share Black culture. It will provide a platform for community leaders\, and create a fun environment where both youth and adults can commemorate this moment in our history and enrich understanding of our collective journey towards equity. This is a celebration where the whole community can come together. \nThe day-long event will include activities for grownups and children throughout the day. The Kids’ Zone will feature music\, a bouncy house\, face painting\, and games. The mainstage will feature stars from across the Pacific Northwest: DJ Gemineye\, Ekome drumming band\, No BS\, Ratie D\, Tyrone Hendrix\, plus performances from the AfroScoutz youth program. Community leaders including Kamilah Long of The Black Whole\, Kym McKandes\, Pastor of the Living Room Church\, and Abby McKee of Britt Festival will illuminate history and offer inspiration. Raffles\, offered throughout the day\, include the chance to win Britt festival tickets. There will also be vendors\, food trucks\, community organizations\, and other resources. \nJuneteenth\, also known as Freedom Day\, was declared a national holiday in 2021\, and celebrates the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States. Juneteenth\, the longest-running holiday that celebrates the end of American slavery\, commemorates the anniversary date of June 19\, 1865 when Union Army general Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston\, Texas and issued General Order Number 3\, effectively freeing enslaved people in the South. \nLet’s celebrate and have a good time!!!!!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/juneteenth-in-medford-2023/
LOCATION:Pear Blossom Park\, 204 N Bartlett St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230403T152720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T181352Z
UID:10000745-1684695600-1684702800@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Emma's Revolution Concert May 21
DESCRIPTION:Update: \nThis concert has been rescheduled for May 21. Tickets will be honored if already purchased for the April 16 date. If you are unable to attend on May 21\, please contact Rogue Valley Peace Choir for a refund. \nEmma’s Revolution\, the renowned activist duo of Pat Humphries and Sandy O\, returns to Ashland for a concert hosted by the secular Rogue Valley Peace Choir. Advance tickets are available in Ashland prior to the day of the concert at the Music Coop\, 268 East Main St.\, and Paddington Station\, 125 East Main St.\, for $20. Tickets at the door are $25. The often irreverent duo’s songs have been sung for the Dalai Lama\, covered by Holly Near and praised by Pete Seeger\, who was a dear friend and mentor to the duo. Emma’s Revolution has a national presence among communities\, organizations and venues that share the duo’s vision of valuing people over profit\, choosing compassion over violence\, demanding accountability\, and building a more just and sustainable world. The Rogue Valley Peace Choir mission is to promote peace\, social justice and environmental stewardship through song. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/emmas-revolution-concert-april-16/
LOCATION:Rogue Vally UU Fellowship\, Ashland\, Oreogn\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Community Event,InterFaith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230518T202007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T210556Z
UID:10000749-1684594800-1684602000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Vyshyvanka Day May 20
DESCRIPTION:You are invited on May 20th\, from 3 to 5 pm at Wesley Hall at the United Methodist Church to Vyshyvanka Day.  Vyshyvanka Day celebrates the beauty and tradition of the various regions of Ukraine through their traditional embroidery and costuming. It is one of the most well-known cultural holidays of Ukraine. \nIn attendance at this event will be the community of Ukrainian families that have relocated here since February of last year\, their hosts\, as well as existing members of the Slavic community. There will be Ukrainian folk singing\, delicious homemade baked goods from a Ukrainian pastry chef\, and traditional crafts such as Motanka dolls. \nThis event is for all ages\, and will include music\, refreshments\, handmade chocolates and crafts for sale. Hosted by Lyndmila Sokol and Megan Danforth with support from Uniting for Ukraine Rogue Valley. \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/vyshyvanka-day/
LOCATION:Wesley Hall\, 175 N Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230504T183656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T183714Z
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SUMMARY:Dedication of the Hiroshima Peace Camellia & Sharing of Japanese Arts
DESCRIPTION:On May 13\, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Peace House\, One Sunny Day Initiatives and Southern Oregon Japanese Association will host the Dedication of the Hiroshima Peace Camellia & Sharing of Japanese Arts event in Lithia Park\, in Ashland. \nAshland was chosen to host the Green Legacy Hiroshima Peace Camellia. It was planted in front of the Japanese Garden in Lithia Park this past March\, and joins the Hiroshima Peace Ginkgo dedicated near Thalden Pavilion last August\, to serve as living ambassadors of peace\, resilience and hope. \n11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Butler Memorial Bandshell \n\nElbow Room Taiko Drumming\nJourney of the Hiroshima Peace Camellia\nRogue Valley Peace Choir\nDedication – Peace House\n\n12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Japanese Garden \n\nHiroshima Peace Camellia\nLandscape Architecture\nIkebana Flower Arrangement\nTea Ceremony in formal Kimono dress\n\nFor more information contact: Estelle at evoeller@charter.net (541-512-1013) or Miwa at sojangoinfo@gmail.com \nPresented by One Sunny Day Initiatives\, Peace House\, and Southern Oregon Japanese Association
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/dedication-of-the-hiroshima-peace-camellia-sharing-of-japanese-arts/
LOCATION:Lithia Park Band Shell
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230503T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230201T230747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T231512Z
UID:10000726-1683127800-1683133200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+
DESCRIPTION:NEW: Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+ starting on March 1st! This group is an in-person group offered through Options of Southern Oregon that is free and open to the community. We will meet on Wednesdays\, 3:30pm-5pm at Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, in Ashland. Please call or text by 12:00pm Wednesdays to confirm your attendance: (541) 621-8875. \nThe purpose of this group is to support LGBTQIA+ folx while engaging in discussion and resilience practices and ultimately to help people to challenge internalized negative messages\, explore and embrace who they are\, and how to navigate life when faced with discrimination. Click here to download full flyer
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/queer-resilience-and-wellbeing-group-for-ages-18/2023-05-03/
LOCATION:Kolpia\, Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230428T143317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T143317Z
UID:10000747-1682775000-1682782200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Sharing the Tools: Creative Collaboration for BIPOC Artists and Audiences
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we’ll explore how collaboration across mediums and creative backgrounds can lead to innovative processes and expressions in our art and lives. Presenters Manya Yana and Gabriel Barrera will share their own creative practices as writer /poet\, visual artist\, social justice advocates\, and mentors for other BIPOC artists. Through writing and visual activities\, we will consider the impacts and importance of the collaborative process—from concept to creation—particularly for BIPOC artists and audiences. \nPlease note that registration is limited to 25 participants. Register here: https://www.tfaforms.com/4962051 \nVenue and workshop details: \nThis is a wheelchair-accessible venue\, which will be provided in your registration confirmation email. Free\, accessible parking is available. There is a Rogue Valley Transportation District Line 10 bus stop located roughly four blocks from the venue. \nThis workshop will consist of a mix of activities\, conversation\, and presentation. Seating will be available. There will be a 5- to 10-minute break between activities. Participants are encouraged to break as needed for their own comfort. Water and light snacks will be provided. \nAbout the presenters: \nGabriel Barrera is a visual artist living in Southern Oregon. He works in various mediums from traditional art methods to multimedia and graphics. The identity of his artwork is rooted in social justice\, advocacy\, and mentorship. Being influenced by his mother\, a school teacher\, and his father\, an artist/tool designer\, he has found his strength in merging his influences to produce his practice of Artivism. He has been practicing as an artist ever since his parents provided him with sketch pads and pencils when he was a child. Gabriel received a BFA from Pratt Institute in NYC. He has also been greatly influenced by his experience as a scenic artist\, with 20 years in the theater industry working for theaters such as South Coast Repertory\, Oregon Shakespeare Festival and numerous colleges in California\, Oregon and others. His experience and advocacy for social justice developed while working in theater. His ideology is heavily influenced by BIPOC women in the field. While developing as an artist\, he also developed as a mentor for BIPOC youth. Gabriel is considered an influencer and mentor among his community. He currently operates ScenicG\, a visual art and design company providing services in art/design\, workshops\, consultation\, facilitation and mentorship\, with his spouse\, Merilee. Gabriel is always available to mentor BIPOC youth and advocates for the leadership\, hiring and promotion of BIPOC artists in all fields of creativity. His vision is to create an art/performance space centered with social justice values to provide a creative outlet for himself\, colleagues\, collaborators\, mentors and mentees. Together we can advocate for the empowerment of BIPOC creatives! \nManya Yana is a chicana poet\, writer\, visual artist\, community organizer and mother creature. She has been published in: Ofrenda magazine\, We’Moon\, the Jefferson journal\, Main Squeeze\, and Essential Oil. She is the author of two chapbooks: Blue Corn\, Mixed Masa\, and the Occasional Magic Trick and a look of defiance.radiant. She is currently working on a series of interviews turned poems turned textiles titled\, Latina Geniuses are Everywhere. Manya received her MFA from Pacific Northwest College of Art.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/sharing-the-tools-creative-collaboration-for-bipoc-artists-and-audiences/
LOCATION:Scenic G Studio\, 618 South Pacific Hwy Unit A\, Talent\, 97540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230426T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230201T230747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T231512Z
UID:10000725-1682523000-1682528400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+
DESCRIPTION:NEW: Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+ starting on March 1st! This group is an in-person group offered through Options of Southern Oregon that is free and open to the community. We will meet on Wednesdays\, 3:30pm-5pm at Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, in Ashland. Please call or text by 12:00pm Wednesdays to confirm your attendance: (541) 621-8875. \nThe purpose of this group is to support LGBTQIA+ folx while engaging in discussion and resilience practices and ultimately to help people to challenge internalized negative messages\, explore and embrace who they are\, and how to navigate life when faced with discrimination. Click here to download full flyer
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/queer-resilience-and-wellbeing-group-for-ages-18/2023-04-26/
LOCATION:Kolpia\, Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230421T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230118T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T183443Z
UID:10000691-1682091000-1682103600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:SOU Earth Day Extravaganza 2023
DESCRIPTION:Southern Oregon University invites the Rogue Valley community\, and beyond\, to the annual “Earth Day Extravaganza!” On Friday\, April 21nd\, 2023 from 3:30-7:00pm at The Farm at SOU. There will be exhibitors\, live music\, an ecoquest adventure\, crafts\, an electric vehicle showcase\, games and more\, all in celebration of the 53rd Earth Day. \nThe Farm at SOU is located at 155 Walker Avenue\, Ashland\, OR 97520. For questions about the event\, please contact the SOU Student Sustainability Team at ecos@sou.edu. \nExhibitor Application \nThe Earth Day Extravaganza offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community and share opportunities for action and education for the health of our planet and people. Exhibits should be related to environmental conservation\, climate change adaptation and mitigation\, sustainability\, sustainable living\, or social justice and equity. This is a low waste event so please leave at home any handouts or other giveaways that quickly end up in the waste stream. In the spirit of education and engagement\, no sales are allowed by exhibitors at the event; exhibitors may collect contact information\, advertise\, and collect membership or registration fees. \nPlease apply to exhibit by April 10th. \nDonations \nExhibitors at the 2023 Earth Day Extravaganza may table free of charge. Organizations that are able to are encouraged to donate $45 to the SOU Student Sustainability Team (part of the Social Justice and Equity Center) to help offset the cost of the event.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/sou-earth-day-extravaganza-2023/
LOCATION:The Farm at SOU\, is located at 155 Walker Avenue\, \,\, Ashland\, Oregon\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230419T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230201T230747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T231512Z
UID:10000724-1681918200-1681923600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+
DESCRIPTION:NEW: Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+ starting on March 1st! This group is an in-person group offered through Options of Southern Oregon that is free and open to the community. We will meet on Wednesdays\, 3:30pm-5pm at Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, in Ashland. Please call or text by 12:00pm Wednesdays to confirm your attendance: (541) 621-8875. \nThe purpose of this group is to support LGBTQIA+ folx while engaging in discussion and resilience practices and ultimately to help people to challenge internalized negative messages\, explore and embrace who they are\, and how to navigate life when faced with discrimination. Click here to download full flyer
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/queer-resilience-and-wellbeing-group-for-ages-18/2023-04-19/
LOCATION:Kolpia\, Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
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SUMMARY:Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+
DESCRIPTION:NEW: Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+ starting on March 1st! This group is an in-person group offered through Options of Southern Oregon that is free and open to the community. We will meet on Wednesdays\, 3:30pm-5pm at Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, in Ashland. Please call or text by 12:00pm Wednesdays to confirm your attendance: (541) 621-8875. \nThe purpose of this group is to support LGBTQIA+ folx while engaging in discussion and resilience practices and ultimately to help people to challenge internalized negative messages\, explore and embrace who they are\, and how to navigate life when faced with discrimination. Click here to download full flyer
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/queer-resilience-and-wellbeing-group-for-ages-18/2023-04-12/
LOCATION:Kolpia\, Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T074817
CREATED:20230201T230747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T231512Z
UID:10000722-1680708600-1680714000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+
DESCRIPTION:NEW: Queer Resilience and Wellbeing Group for ages 18+ starting on March 1st! This group is an in-person group offered through Options of Southern Oregon that is free and open to the community. We will meet on Wednesdays\, 3:30pm-5pm at Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, in Ashland. Please call or text by 12:00pm Wednesdays to confirm your attendance: (541) 621-8875. \nThe purpose of this group is to support LGBTQIA+ folx while engaging in discussion and resilience practices and ultimately to help people to challenge internalized negative messages\, explore and embrace who they are\, and how to navigate life when faced with discrimination. Click here to download full flyer
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/queer-resilience-and-wellbeing-group-for-ages-18/2023-04-05/
LOCATION:Kolpia\, Kolpia\, 611 Siskiyou Blvd Suite 8\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,LBGTQ+
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://peacehouse.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/QWR-Graphic.jpg
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