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SUMMARY:The Crest Fest
DESCRIPTION:It’s going to be an epic afternoon filled with fun for the whole family! \nSupport the Crest with a fun filled afternoon of good music\, dancing\, great food and wonderful people. Enjoy the entertainment\, and explore Willow-Witt Ranch. Cost: $25 for adults and $10 for youth under 18. Tickets can be purchased at the Music Coop\, 268 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, Oregon. All event proceeds support the Crest’s mission to cultivate the integral connection between humans and the natural world. \nLive Music and Dancing: \nBlueberry Blossoms (music for kids)\, Rachel Buklad and the Creekside Strings with Contra dance callers\, Victoria Lawton\, Ben Rice and the PDX Hustle. \nGood Food and Drink: Tacos Libertad\, Beer\, Wine and Desserts will be available for sale. Farm Tours\, Baby Goats\, Goat Hikes\, Children’s Activities and Entertainment\, Pond Tours – see the endangered Western Pond Turtles.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/the-crest-fest/
LOCATION:Willow Witt\, 658 Shale City Road\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T170000
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SUMMARY:Uncovering Difficult Truths: The Place We Make
DESCRIPTION:Ashland Sunrise Project presents a conversation with Oregon author Sarah L. Sanderson\, Taylor Stewart\, founder of the Oregon Remembrance Project\, and host Tara Houston\, Community and Engagement Manager\, Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF). \nSara Sanderson\, author of The Place We Make: Breaking the Legacy of Legalized Hate\, will share her own story of discovering that her ancestors participated in exiling Jacob Vanderpool from Oregon City in 1851 under the exclusion laws that prevented Black people from residing in Oregon. Taylor and Sara will explore what we might gain from uncovering difficult truths\, including difficult truths about what has happened in the past and how we might transform those challenges into opportunities for a new kind of future. \nThere will be an opportunity to buy a copy of Sarah Sanderson’s book at the event\, or in advance from Bloomsbury Books. \nThis program was made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event\, do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/uncovering-difficult-truths-the-place-we-make/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T175101Z
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SUMMARY:God & Country film screening at Ashland UCC
DESCRIPTION:In case you missed the recent public screenings of God & Country or want to view it again (it’s chock full of information) or want to invite a friend to watch it with you (as a way\, perhaps\, to inform our beloveds and fellow voters)\, here are 2 ways to watch: \n-Free public showing at Ashland UCC\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd\, 6 pm Sunday 23 June (discussion to follow) \n-Rent it online and watch it at home via Vudu\, Amazon Prime\, or Google Play ($3.99). \nThanks for spreading the word about this film so that our community and the circles in which we live become more informed about this threat to our democracy.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/god-country-film-screening-at-ashland-ucc/
LOCATION:Ashland Peace Church\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
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SUMMARY:Dreams Have No Borders: Varsity Theater
DESCRIPTION:Dreams Have No Borders \nTWO SHOWINGS AT THE VARSITY THEATRE \nSaturday\, June 22\, 7:30-9:30 PM \nSunday\, June 23\, 3:00-5:00 PM \nVarsity Theatre\, 166 E Main St\, Ashland \n“Dreams Have No Borders\,” a deeply moving opera-turned-film based on over a year of interviews\, story collection\, and immersion in the lives of Latino immigrants in the Rogue Valley\, tells the timely story of a young mother’s harrowing journey to cross the border with her baby to find safety with her sister in the USA. Although the opera addresses the often harrowing\, real-world challenges faced by asylum seekers—including cartel violence—the core of the story is the love between two sisters divided by a border\, and the piece carries a hopeful\, uplifting\, and human tone. \nWritten by local creators Ethan Gans-Morse and Tiziana DellaRovere and produced by the local nonprofit Anima Mundi Productions\, the film features three Grammy-winning singers\, the Delgani String Quartet (called “the state’s finest chamber ensemble” by Oregon ArtsWatch)\, the Teokalli Aztec Dancers\, stage direction by Valerie Rachelle (Oregon Cabaret)\, and film direction by 3-time Emmy award winning filmmaker Jan Thompson. \nWatch a 2-minute video trailer and order tickets at www.HumanityTickets.com \nOr call 541-833-3066 \nNote that tickets are sold by Anima Mundi Productions\, NOT the Varsity Theatre.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/dreams-have-no-borders-varsity-theater/
LOCATION:Varsity Theater\, 166 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Immigration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T213000
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SUMMARY:Where the Olive Trees Weep
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Voice for Peace invites you to a premiere screening of  “Where the Olive Trees Weep” on June 20 at the Varsity Theater. A suggested donation of $10 or two for $15 will be accepted at the door. \nJewish Voice for Peace Rogue Valley is committed to helping to educate our Community. about the origins and roots of the Palestine/Israel conflict. \nOur goal is to shed light on the brutal\, 75-year occupation of Palestine\, the 16-year blockade of Gaza\, and the true nature of Israel as an apartheid State. \nOur mass media\, unfortunately\, often portrays Israel as the victim\, a nation under attack from violent\, barbaric\, and anti-Semitic Arab terrorists. Where the Olive Trees Weep explores the trauma and pain that Palestinians experience under occupation\, and the beauty and resilience of the Palestinian people as they struggle to heal themselves and continue in their quest for Freedom\, Justice\, and Equality. \nThe screening coincides with 21 Days of Conversation about the film and its implications. Learn  more here.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/where-the-olive-trees-weep/
LOCATION:Varsity Theater\, 166 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T180000
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SUMMARY:Nuclear Power and Weapons in a Time of Rising Tensions
DESCRIPTION:Veterans for Peace invites you to attend a special No Nukes! webinar features arms industry expert William Hartung\, Linda Pentz-Gunter with Beyond Nuclear\, and Greg Mello\, of the Los Alamos Study Group. \nSpeakers include:\nWilliam Hartung\, an expert on US military spending;\nLinda Pentz-Gunter\, founder of Beyond Nuclear; and\nGreg Mello\, director of the Los Alamos Study Group. \n  \nRegister for the event here!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/26521/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240615T190000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T193000
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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:20240529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T183000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Annie Jacobsen on May 29
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to inform you that Back from the Brink will be hosting a virtual event with Annie Jacobsen\, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Nuclear War: A Scenario\, on Wednesday\, May 29 at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. \nIn her latest book\, Jacobsen examines the reality of what would unfold in the seconds\, minutes\, and hours following the launch of a nuclear attack against the United States and the full scale nuclear war that would likely follow. In so doing\, she exposes what the government and military do not want the public to understand about the current state of nuclear weapons\, and the policies and procedures currently in place that we believe must be changed. \nFor the discussion portion of the event\, Ms. Jacobsen will be joined by Archbishop John C. Wester (Archdiocese of Santa Fe)\, Eddie Laiche (a high school senior at John Burroughs High School in Burbank\, CA and co-founder of Students for Nuclear Disarmament) and Dr. Ira Helfand (BftB Steering Committee member and a leader of International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War and the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons). The event will be moderated by Denise Duffield (BftB Steering Committee member and Associate Director of Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles). \nRegister Here
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/a-conversation-with-annie-jacobsen-on-may-29/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
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SUMMARY:What it Means to Belong: A Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Ashland Sunrise Project invites you to a conversation about what it means to belong with artist and activist Micah Blacklight\, activist Cassie Preskenis\, and Taylor Stewart\, executive director and founder of the Oregon Remembrance Project. \nThe Ashland Sunrise Project is excited to announce\, “What it means to Belong\,” the second presentation in its speaker series. This event will take place on May 27\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm at Carpenter Hall\, 44 S. Pioneer\, Ashland. \n“What it Means to Belong\,” is a conversation among community activist Cassie Preskenis\, local artist Micah Blacklight\, Taylor Stewart\, founder of the Oregon Remembrance Project (ORP)\, and Tara Houston\, Community and Engagement Manager\, Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF). \nBlacklight and Preskenis are members of the Say Their Names collective\, which is working to erect a sculpture in Ashland to honor the lives of people of color killed by systemic injustices. Blacklight and Preskenis will share the vision for their monument\, the importance of Black art\, and ways community members can support the expansion of Black identity in Ashland. \nPreskenis will present her short video “Say Their Names\,” which includes interviews with people of color in our community. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/what-it-means-to-belong-a-conversation/
LOCATION:OSF Carpenter Hall\, 44 S Pioneer St\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240525T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240525T160000
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SUMMARY:SongWeavers Circle
DESCRIPTION:Rogue World Music Festival presents Songweavers Circle. Bring seasonal folk songs alive in soulful community to build connection to one another\, our place on the Earth\, and ourselves. All ages and all voices are welcome. Immerse yourself in songs ancient and modern that celebrate natural cycles: the turning of the seasons and its reflection within the human heart. \nThis event is in the Talent Commons Library Park\, so bring the whole family! No experience needed. Relaxed and supportive atmosphere encourages singers of all abilities. Playground on site for children to get some wiggles out! \nLed by Ruth Hoffecker of Ashland School of Uncovering the Voice
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/songweavers-circle/
LOCATION:Talent Commons Library Park\, 101 Home St\, Talent\, OR\, 97540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240426T175552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T181346Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Forum with Israeli Conscientious Objector Yuval Dag
DESCRIPTION:On March 20\, 2023\, Yuval Dag refused his military conscription and was sent by an Israeli military court to prison. \nAfter growing up with a nationalist identity\, Yuval began to question his privilege and how it was maintained through the oppression of Palestinians. “Resistance begins\, first of all\, with self-reflection and understanding. With the understanding that by wearing a uniform and symbols of a certain body\, you choose to represent that body. With the understanding that enlisting in the army is a political choice\, and its meaning is to support the military and political agenda\, and to take part in it. The understanding that even a small cog contributes to the system’s function.” \nYuval decided that he could not in good conscientious accept his military conscription. He spent two months in prison for his refusal to serve and today works with the Israeli Refusers Solidarity Network to support other Israeli Jewish Refusniks. \nJoin us for an urgent and important conversation with Yuval hosted by Ariel Gold of Fellowship of Reconciliation and Diana Oestrich of Red Letter Christians. \ \nRegister for this Zoom Event here.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/emergency-forum-with-israeli-conscientious-objector-yuval-dag/
CATEGORIES:Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T190000
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SUMMARY:Ashland’s Chinese Community Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 19 event at the Ashland Library\, in the Gresham Room. \n5:00 pm: Chelsea Rose\, Director of the Southern Oregon University Laboratory of Anthropology\, will speak on the topic “The Wah Chung and Company: How a small store helped Ashland’s early Chinese community outfox a racist immigration system.” \n5:45 pm: Peter Finkle of WalkAshland will tell stories\, both humorous and sad\, about Ashland’s Chinese community in the early 1900s. \nThere will be some time for questions from the audience. (This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Library.) \nHistoric Preservation Week is proudly sponsored by the City of Ashland\, Advisory Committees for Historic Preservation and Public Arts\, Ashland Chamber of Commerce\, SOU Laboratory of Anthropology and Walk Ashland.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ashlands-chinese-community-presentation-late-1800s-to-early-1900s/
LOCATION:Ashland Library\, 410 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
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SUMMARY:Peace Choir Invites Us to ‘Turn the World Around’ During Free Concert
DESCRIPTION:WHO: The Rogue Valley Peace Choir\nWHAT: Final public concert of the season\nWHEN: 3 p.m. Sunday\, May 19\nWHERE: First Methodist Church\, 175 North Main Street\, Ashland\nTICKETS: Tickets are not required. Admission is free. Donations will be gratefully\naccepted at the door. \nRogue Valley Peace Choir\, now in its 21st year\, comprises more than\n50 voices from across the valley directed by Rob Griswell-Lowry and accompanied by\nMikiko Petruccelli. The mission of the choir is to promote peace\, social justice and the\nwell-being of our planet. This is the final public concert of the season for the choir and\nthe performance will include its full repertoire of uplifting as well as thought-provoking\nsongs. Some pieces are new takes on familiar and well-loved songs\, some will simply\ndelight\, and still others may shift our perspective on the state of our society or the\nworld in an inspiring way. Visit http://RogueValleyPeaceChoir.org for more information.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/peace-choir-invites-us-to-turn-the-world-around-during-free-concert/
LOCATION:Wesley Hall\, 175 N Main Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240520
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SUMMARY:First We Bombed New Mexico: Free Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:From May 17 to 19\, a special screening of a new documentary\, “First We Bombed New Mexico\,” will be available online. It tells the tragic story of the many “downwinders” whose health was adversely affected by the fallout from the July 1945 Trinity nuclear test and their betrayal by the U.S. government. \nIn particular\, thousands of New Mexicans—mostly Hispanic and Native American—were exposed to catastrophic levels of radioactive fallout\, never warned\, never acknowledged and never helped afterwards. \nYou can easily watch this film on your phone\, iPad\, laptop\, or desktop by registering here. \nAlongside this special screening is a panel discussion with the filmmakers and a bipartisan group of members of Congress who are fighting to address this wrong. \nThey are pushing legislation to expand and extend the Radiation Effects Compensation Act (RECA) to include Trinity downwinders and other communities. \nThis is an urgent and timely issue.  \nAs you may have read in Arms Control Today\, RECA will expire June 7\, 2024\, unless these advocates win Congressional approval to extend it.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/first-we-bombed-new-mexico-free-film-screening/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nuclear Issues,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240412T181307Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging Divides: Us versus Them
DESCRIPTION:Join facilitator Marla Estes every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7pm\nRVML 1757 Ashland Street \nSome thinkers have concluded that our innate wiring for\ningroup / outgroup categorization is at the root of our polarization.\nLearn more about this automatic\, instinctual dynamic and\nwhat we can do about it ~ in order to bridge divides. \n“It is my wish that everyone understands that\nthere is no them\, it’s only us”\n~ Anonymous \nAre you feeling concerned about the growing divides occurring in our world? \nThe first step\, and one that each one of us can do\, is to “depolarize within.”\nWe do this by learning about our human “operating systems\,” becoming self-aware and then making different choices about how we behave.\nLearn how to “depolarize within.” Watch insightful videos carefully selected to explore ways to depolarize and\nthen engage in facilitated discussion to help integrate new perspectives. \nJoin facilitator Marla Estes every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7pm\nRVML 1757 Ashland Street ~ 541-552-9119
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/bridging-divides-us-versus-them/
LOCATION:Rogue Metaphysical Library\, 1757 Ashland Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240426T174920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T185358Z
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SUMMARY:Two Friends\, Two Books: Local Authors Lead Book Circle on Relationships
DESCRIPTION:In May\, two local authors will lead a free book circle that will explore how two recently released books can foster skills that can strengthen our relationships with our families\, lovers and communities. \nThe book circle — hosted by Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance and Peace House — will meet at Peace House\, 543 S. Mountain Ave.\, Ashland\, Oregon from 7 to 8:30 pm four Wednesday evenings: May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22. The authors\, Diane Tegtmeier and Lauren J. Oliver\, will also read from their respective books at 7 p.m. Monday\, May 20\, at Bloomsbury Books\, 290 E. Main Street\, Ashland\, OR 97520\, 541-488-0009. \n \nThe authors\, who are friends\, discovered through their conversations\, that while their recently finished books were very different in some respects\, the principles behind the books are intriguingly complementary. Tegtmeier’s book\, “The Sacred Cell: What Nature Teaches Us About Relationships\,” presents the Cell Membrane principles of oneness\, differentiation\, selective permeability\, containment\, and the relationship field. Oliver’s book\, “CircleCulture: Tools for Cooperative Work\,” offers methods for building strong\, healthy relationships by connecting our hearts and minds while communicating respectfully with others in Circle.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/two-friends-two-books-local-authors-lead-book-circle-on-relationships/
LOCATION:Peace House
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240419T194059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T172825Z
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SUMMARY:World Labyrinth Day: WALK AS ONE AT 1
DESCRIPTION:Ashlanders Sara Hopkins and Elizabeth Austin\, Veriditas-trained Labyrinth Facilitators\, are delighted to announce Ashland’s World Labyrinth Day Celebration\, May 4\, 2024\, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM\, at the Trinity Garden Labyrinth\, 44 N. Second Street\, Ashland. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to participate in the international Worldwide Labyrinth Day\, when thousands of people in locations across the planet will be Walking for Peace at 1 PM in their local time zones\, starting in Australia. “Walk as One at 1” was founded by The Labyrinth Society in 2009. More than 90 sites around the world will offer Labyrinth Walks this year. Here’s a video summary of 80 events from the 2023 World Labyrinth Day. \nWorld Labyrinth Day is a free\, non-denominational event open to all\, including children under 12 when accompanied by parent or guardian. No registration required.  Newcomers to the labyrinth experience are welcome. \nLearn more about this event here:
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/world-labyrinth-day-may-4/
LOCATION:Trinity Garden Labyrinth\, 44 N. Second Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,InterFaith,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240412T175724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T175821Z
UID:10001951-1714500000-1714505400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:How the Climate Crises are Affecting Our Mental Health & What Can We Do About it?
DESCRIPTION:From Southern Oregon Climate Action Now: \nPresentation by Rev. Liz Olson\, M.Div. BCC (Masters of Divinity\, Board Certified Chaplain) \nThe climate chaos that surrounds us is affecting much more than the natural world\, our economy and our physical health. The changing climate and our apparent resistance to addressing it are also conspiring to affect our mental and psychological health. Rev. Liz Olson serves as a Specialty Chaplain with the in-patient Palliative Care team at Providence Medford Medical Center. With Ken Deveney\, Liz has\, for many years\, led gatherings of SOCAN’s monthly support group ‘Sustaining Climate Activists.’ \nLiz has been speaking nationally on how chaplains can play a role in supporting people and communities to cope with the psychological\, emotional and existential needs that are arising as we are experiencing the different impacts of climate crises. At the Association of Professional Chaplains annual conference in Houston\, TX\, Liz was the first chaplain to present on this topic at such a meeting. Liz was also instrumental in an online webinar produced by Chaplaincy Innovation Lab (Brandeis University) in collaboration with The BTS Center – (supporting “spiritual leadership for a climate-changed world”) \nDuring her presentation\, Liz will discuss why we should be concerned about our mental health as it pertains to climate change considering direct and indirect effects and differences among populations\, particularly people of color\, Indigenous communities and youth. During the second half of the program\, Liz will lead us through some interactive exercises that SOCAN’s support group “Sustaining Climate Activists” uses. \nSOCAN meets monthly in person with speakers on Topics related to climate change. \nThese meetings are free and open to the public. Specific details are posted monthly. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/how-the-climate-crises-are-affecting-our-mental-health-what-can-we-do-about-it/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240426T180655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T180655Z
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SUMMARY:Applegate Anthologies III: Time Flies
DESCRIPTION:Applegate Anthologies III: Time Flies\, is a collection of eight vignettes loosely curated by an eccentric professor. The scenes explore various themes\, including the life cycles of possums and. caddisflies\, the future of marriage\, and Socratic philosophy. Together\, they weave a thought-provoking\, often hilarious narrative that explores the nature of time and transformation. With a runtime of approximately 2 hours\, we invite audiences to sit back and enjoy the ride.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/applegate-anthologies-iii-time-flies/
LOCATION:SOU MUSIC RECITAL HALL\, 450 S Mountain Ave\, Ashland\,\, OR\, 97520\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240329T164547Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20240424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240412T163735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T192841Z
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SUMMARY:An Update on the War in Ukraine: Bulletin of Atomic Scientists
DESCRIPTION:Join military strategist Stephen Biddle and Ukraine expert Melinda Haring in a conversation with national security reporter Julian Barnes to discuss the strategic landscape of the war in Ukraine. We will explore military strategic options from both Russian and Ukrainian perspectives including what the next phase of the war could bring. \nRegister for this Bulletin virtual program. \nSpeakers include: \n\nStephen Biddle \nProfessor of International and Public Affairs\, Columbia University \n\nStephen Biddle is Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University\, a member of the Arnold A. Saltzman Institute of War and Peace Studies\, and Adjunct Senior Fellow for Defense Policy at the Council on Foreign Relations. He has served on the Defense Department’s Defense Policy Board\, on General David Petraeus’ Joint Strategic Assessment Team in Baghdad in 2007\, as a Senior Advisor to the Central Command Assessment Team in Washington in 2008-9\, as a member of General Stanley McChrystal’s Initial Strategic Assessment Team in Kabul in 2009\, and on a variety of other government advisory panels and analytical teams. Biddle lectures regularly at the U.S. Army War College and other military schools\, and has presented testimony before congressional committees on issues relating to the wars in Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and Syria; force planning; conventional net assessment; and European arms control. \n\n\nMelinda Haring \nSenior Advisor\, Razom for Ukraine; Non-Resident Senior Fellow\, Atlantic Council \n\nMelinda Haring senior advisor at Razom for Ukraine and a non-resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council. Previously\, she was the deputy director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center and editor of the Atlantic Council’s popular publication\, the UkraineAlert blog. She is the author of the report Reforming the democracy bureaucracy (FPRI\, 2013) coauthor of Biden and Ukraine: a strategy for the next administration (Atlantic Council\, 2021)\, Biden and Belarus: a strategy for the next administration (Atlantic Council\, 2021)\, Ukraine’s internally displaced persons hold a key to peace (Atlantic Council\, 2017)\, and a contributor to Does democracy matter? (Rowman & Littlefield\, 2017). Haring has worked for the Superhumans Center\, Eurasia Foundation\, Freedom House\, and the National Democratic Institute. \n\n\n\nJulian Barnes \n\nNational Security Reporter\, The New York Times \n\nJulian Barnes is a reporter covering the U.S. intelligence agencies and international security matters for The New York Times. He writes about the American intelligence community\, including the Central Intelligence Agency\, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and other spy agencies\, as well as broader national and international security issues. His stories seek to break news about what intelligence officials are thinking\, and occasionally doing\, and to explain the U.S. perspective on security matters. He has written about security issues for more than two decades. For much of that time he covered the military and the Defense Department\, working for U.S. News & World Report\, The Los Angeles Times and The Wall Street Journal and reporting about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. \n\nSign Up at
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/an-update-on-the-war-in-ukraine-bulletin-of-atomic-scientists/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240329T163806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T163806Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240419T200146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T202753Z
UID:10001956-1713513600-1713546000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:God & Country: Documentary on Christian Nationalism
DESCRIPTION:God & Country\, a documentary film produced by Rob Reigner and Dan Partland\, will shot at 6:30 p.m. Friday April 26 at the First Presbyterian Church in Ashland. \nThe Screening will allow people to watch and discuss Christian Nationalism as a political movement in the US. \nPresented by Skip Strauch\, from First Presbyterian Chrucrch  and Bob Morse from South Mountain Friends Meeting (Quakers). \nPlease send questions to Bob Morse\, communications@ashlandquakers.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/god-country-documentary-on-christian-nationalism/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240412T180936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T180936Z
UID:10001953-1713466800-1713474000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Workshop: The Media and You! Critical Media Literacy Education
DESCRIPTION:The Media and You! Critical Media Literacy Education: Roadmap for Navigating our Disinformation Media Ecosystem \nThursday\, April 18th 7:00 PM\nRogue Valley Metaphysical Library – 1757 Ashland St\, Ashland. \nBased on the award-winning textbook The Media and Me: A Guide to\nCritical Media Literacy for Young People. \nIn this workshop\, Prof. Mickey Huff will lead discussion and research\ninto:\n● Analyzing how various populations are represented in media\, as\ncharacters and visible participants and as creators and gatekeepers of\nmedia;\n● Critical thinking skills for decoding bias\, identifying propaganda\, and distinguishing solid arguments from manipulation;\n● Understanding the business of media\, who has power within it\, and who profits from it;\n● How (and when) to think like a journalist;\n● Recognizing the importance of what is missing\, including whose voices and what issues are marginalized\, distorted\, or omitted;\n● Detecting racism\, sexism\, ableism\, and anti-LGTBQ sentiment\, even when it is subtle;\n● Recognizing the role advertising plays in today’s media and how it aims to shape our behavior;\n● Understanding the connection between media literacy and a robust\, functioning democracy;\n● The key questions to ask when engaging any media;\n● Appreciating how free speech and media literacy rely on each other. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/workshop-the-media-and-you-critical-media-literacy-education/
LOCATION:Rogue Metaphysical Library\, 1757 Ashland Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240412T180346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T180346Z
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SUMMARY:State of the Free Press 2024: The Importance of an Independent Press and Critical Media Literacy in a “Post-Truth” World
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 17th 7:00 PM\nRogue Valley Metaphysical Library – 1757 Ashland St\, Ashland. \nIn the age of new and powerful tools of communication\, democracy has become more fragile and vulnerable to attacks by ideological extremists and partisans. \nWhat is clear is that the tools of communication\, culture\, literacy\, and critical thinking are more crucial than ever in creating both informed citizens and maintaining a substantive democracy. \nSTATE OF THE FREE PRESS 2024 comes at a time when trust in the media is at an all-time low. A 2022 Gallup poll found that just one in nine Americans had confidence in TV news\, and fewer than one in six believed in the printed press. A subsequent survey revealed that no fewer than half of Americans believe national news organizations intentionally deceive the public in order to suit their own agendas. It’s a grim reality that threatens the public’s ability to hold the powerful to account and stifles access to the high-quality information that is the lifeblood of democracy. \nMICKEY HUFF is the director of Project Censored and president of the nonprofit Media Freedom Foundation. To date\, he has co-edited fourteen editions of the Project’s yearbook\, including\, most recently\, Project Censored’s State of the Free Press 2022\, with Andy Lee Roth. He is also co-author with Nolan Higdon of United States of Distraction and the critical thinking textbook Let’s Agree to Disagree. Huff received the Beverly Kees Educator Award as part of the 2019 James Madison Freedom of Information Award from the Society of Professional Journalists\, Northern California. \nHe is professor of social science\, history\, and journalism at Diablo Valley College\, where he co-chairs the history program and is chair of the Journalism Department. Huff is executive producer and host of The Project Censored Show\, a weekly syndicated public affairs program that airs on 50 stations across the U.S. on Pacifica Radio.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/state-of-the-free-press-2024-the-importance-of-an-independent-press-and-critical-media-literacy-in-a-post-truth-world/
LOCATION:Rogue Metaphysical Library\, 1757 Ashland Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240416T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240404T210101Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20240414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240404T214554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T123026Z
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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival: Grants Pass
DESCRIPTION:Klamath Siskiyou Wildlands Center and Rogue Riverkeeper to host SYRCL’s traveling “Wild & Scenic Film Festival” at Grants Pass Performing Arts Center (at GP High School) on  April 14 from 4-8p.m. \nThe event includes the screening of 11 short films ranging from four to 19 minutes long about Indigenous rights\, forest ecology\, pollution and resource extraction\, and outdoor recreation. These are the same films that will be shown in Ashland Saturday\, April 12. \nDoors open at 4pm for drinks\, food\, and raffle tickets for great prizes before films start at 6pm. All in-person attendees will also receive an video-on-demand link to watch the films between April 12 – 17.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/wild-scenic-film-festival-grants-pass/
LOCATION:Grants Pass High School\, 830 NE 9th St\,\, Grants Pass\, OR\, 97526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate,Community Event,Indigenous Sovereignty,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240405T185131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T185131Z
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SUMMARY:Benefit Concert for Unhoused Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Since 2018\, Havurah Shir Hadash\, 185 N. Mountain\,Ashland\, has given homeless families the opportunity to park overnight in its parking lot.  To cover the expenses in offering this service\, there is a benefit concert on Saturday\, April 13\, 7-9pm.  Performers include ANAN Gaelic Choir under the direction of Pat O’Scannel\, singer/songwriter Gene Burnett and folk singer Daniel Jokelson.  Cost is a $20 donation at the door.  Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.\n\n\nThe ANAM Gaelic Choir was founded in December\, 2022 by Pat O’Scannell\, director of MUSICA MATRIX. The  vocal ensemble presents songs in Irish Gaelic learned by ear from director O’Scannell\, who has sung for over 30 years in the Irish language. Her efforts are both in preserving Irish culture through its language and music\, and also to honor her own heritage\, and grandfather who came from Tralee in County Kerry\, Ireland.\n\nANAM will sing a variety of traditional Irish songs in what is referred to as ‘sean nos’ style\, which\, simply stated\, means traditional.  The songs are sung unaccompanied\, or to a drone. Other instruments such as the shruti box\, whistle\, guitar and bodhran will be included.  The songs speak of rural Irish origins with herding songs\, spinning songs\, shearing songs\, love songs and songs mourning the passing of life. The single line melodies are lyrical and poignant\, with rich nuance of ornamentation and the subtle bending of tone and inflection giving it its identifiable sound.\n\nBurnett\, who calls himself “an acoustic troubadour singing heartfelt songs for thinking people”\, has written over 800 songs.  Covering a wide range of topics and styles\, his songs explore the ecology of human relationships based on the Taoist idea of using less force and following an inner sense of rightness.  Burnett’s performances are funny and serious\, cynical and tender-hearted\, sweet and edgy\, emotional and intellectual.  Find out more about Burnett at  http://www.geneburnett.com/\n\nOriginally from Berkeley\, musician and actor/improviser Jokelson has lived in Ashland for the last 16 years.  Jokelson’s music incorporates the sounds of the folk singers\, pop songs and musicals he grew up as well as Americana and world music.  His original songs speak to the personal — the range of relationships and experiences that illuminate and change us.\n\nSince 2018\, Havurah Shir Hadash has helped over 50 families gain stability by offering a safe place to park their RVs and vehicles. The parking lot can accommodate three vehicles a night.  In addition to a place to park\, members of the congregation have helped families find the resources needed to find permanent housing.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/benefit-concert-for-unhoused-neighbors/
LOCATION:Havurah Synagogue\, 185 N. Mountain Avenue\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T042325
CREATED:20240404T212848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213125Z
UID:10001947-1712941200-1712955600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:2024 Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the Ashland Armory
DESCRIPTION:Klamath Siskiyou Wildlands Center and Rogue Riverkeeper to host SYRCL’s traveling “Wild & Scenic Film Festival” at Ashland Armory April 12 from 5-9 p.m. \nThe event includes the screening of 11 short films ranging from four to 19 minutes long about Indigenous rights\, forest ecology\, pollution and resource extraction\, and outdoor recreation. \nDoors open at 5pm for drinks\, food\, and raffle tickets for great prizes before films start at 6pm. All in-person attendees will also receive an video-on-demand link to watch the films between April 12 –  17\, \nVisit the Wild & Scenic Film Festival website to learn more details and buy tickets: https://www.kswild.org/upcoming-events/2024ashlandwildandscenicfilmfest
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/2024-wild-scenic-film-festival-at-the-ashland-armory/
LOCATION:Historic Armory\, 208 Oak St.\, Ashland\, 97520\, United States
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