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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240402T203000
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SUMMARY:Make War Visible ... and End It
DESCRIPTION:Submitted by Oregon Peace Works \nAs terrible wars continue in Ukraine\, Gaza\, and elsewhere\, those of us trying to stop them are up against a powerful military-industrial-media complex in the United States. No matter how much coverage of war comes through mainstream news outlets\, the human realities of war are scarcely conveyed. We face the continuing challenge to break through the fog of war propaganda and indifference to effectively challenge the abstractions and evasions that undergird the warfare state here at home. \nOn April 2nd\, the RootsAction Education Fund\, working with the Oregon organizations listed below\, is offering a live online presentation – “Make War Visible … and End It” – to antiwar and social justice activists. Journalist and activist Norman Solomon — author most recently of the 2023 book War Made Invisible: How America Hides the Human Toll of Its Military Machine — will speak via Zoom about the latest war-related events and approaches for understanding— as well as organizing against – what Martin Luther King Jr. called “the madness of militarism.” \nNorman will be joined by journalist/activist Kathy Kelly who also serves as Board President of World Beyond War. \nRegister here  \nFor more information please contact: \nDavid Zupan\, 541-525-6067\, zupandavid@gmail.com. \nhttp://warmadeinvisible.com/ \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/make-war-visible-and-end-it/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nonviolence,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240331T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T170414Z
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SUMMARY:CURA: Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland Online Summit
DESCRIPTION:New Cultivation has a two-day online summit coming up on March 30th and 31st!\nCURA stands for Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland/The America’s. \nJoin the event for talks\, discussions\, and active conversations with experts in the fields of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging. Gather with community to be in challenging conversations around topics that matter\, such as:\n• Housing\n• Multi-level collapse\n• Food security\n• Safety for black and brown bodied people\n• Land back movements \nGuest presenters include Dr. Geneva Craig\, Jonathon Goldman\, Meenadchi\, Chris Hardy\, Mathew Reynolds\, Sol Santos\, Dean Walker\, Gina DuQueene\, Karla Narcesse\, Jason & Vanessa Houk and Jesus Sepulveda. \nThree ticket types are available and there is an associated\, in person event called Curative Beats Saturday night included in two of the ticket prices.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cura-culture-of-unity-and-repair-in-ashland-online-summit/2024-03-31/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
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SUMMARY:CURA: Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland Online Summit
DESCRIPTION:New Cultivation has a two-day online summit coming up on March 30th and 31st!\nCURA stands for Culture of Unity and Repair in Ashland/The America’s. \nJoin the event for talks\, discussions\, and active conversations with experts in the fields of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging. Gather with community to be in challenging conversations around topics that matter\, such as:\n• Housing\n• Multi-level collapse\n• Food security\n• Safety for black and brown bodied people\n• Land back movements \nGuest presenters include Dr. Geneva Craig\, Jonathon Goldman\, Meenadchi\, Chris Hardy\, Mathew Reynolds\, Sol Santos\, Dean Walker\, Gina DuQueene\, Karla Narcesse\, Jason & Vanessa Houk and Jesus Sepulveda. \nThree ticket types are available and there is an associated\, in person event called Curative Beats Saturday night included in two of the ticket prices.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/cura-culture-of-unity-and-repair-in-ashland-online-summit/2024-03-30/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Nonviolence,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T171711Z
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SUMMARY:Why We Are Beaver Believers
DESCRIPTION:Besides serving as the state animal\, and the OSU emblem\, Beavers are incredibly valuable components of our natural and managed ecosystems. This is becoming especially evident as climate change compromises water supplies across the landscape. Unfortunately\, beavers can also become a menace for some forest and agricultural operations. As a result\, they have become the subject of meaningful legislation over the last two sessions in Salem\, firstly to provide them some protection and secondly to help landowners learn how to coexist with them. \nDuring SOCCAN’s March open public meeting on Tuesday March 26th\, Jakob Shockey\, founder and Executive Director of Project Beaver will deliver a presentation on Beaver during which he will offer an introduction to the beavers\, followed by a discussion of how they build habitat resilience and water security in the face of climate change. Jakob will round out with a discussion of the challenges they face and ways folks can help. \nThe program is free and open to the public. It will run from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the Medford Public Library\, 205 S. Central Avenue\, Medford
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/why-we-are-beaver-believers/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240324
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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Disruptors
DESCRIPTION:Did you know human trafficking happens in Southern Oregon? Also\, how it happens might surprise you. Less than 5% of trafficking cases in the United States result from kidnapping or abductions. \nThis two-day human trafficking event is for all community members to gain a better understanding of the realities of human trafficking in our area. From start to finish\, we will focus on tools to identify what trafficking looks like and present hands-on solutions! \nRegister here \nYou can expect world-class speakers as the presenters are some of the top leaders in the anti-trafficking movement.\nSessions will include:\n•Human Trafficking 101\n•Familial Trafficking\n•Labor Trafficking\n•Online Exploitation\n•Avenues of Victimization\n•Self Care\n•Demand Reduction\n•Presentations by local agencies providing solutions\n•& More! \nLunch is included! \nThe summit features a keynote from Rebecca Bender\, Social Activist\, and Author with The Rebecca Bender Initiative\n•Detective Steve Bohn and Sarah Jagger from Jackson County Sheriff’s Department\n•Katrina Taylor-Sims of EPI\n•Christine Cesa of You Belong\, LLC.\n•Justin Euteneier of Epik Project\n•Tomas Perez of Epik Project\n•Lauren Trantham of Ride My Road\n•Rosa Van Gordon of JC-CAST\n•Lisa Manyon of Write On Creative
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/human-trafficking-disruptors/
LOCATION:Ashland Hills Inn\, 1515 Ashland Street\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240229T211334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T213608Z
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SUMMARY:Uncovering Oregon's Black History
DESCRIPTION:People of African descent have lived and worked in Oregon since before the founding of the earliest English-speaking settlements in the Americas. Despite this\, the popular narrative of our state’s history excludes the experiences of African Americans before the mid-20th century. This erasure is the result of historic legal and social marginalization that contributes to the ignorance of Oregon’s Black heritage\, as well as influences contemporary disparities in housing access\, community investment\, and policing. For this presentation\, Oregon Black Pioneers will attempt to correct the record by highlighting key individuals and events that characterize Oregon’s unique and centuries-old Black history. \nFeaturing speaker Mariah Rocker\, Public Programs and Exhibits Manager for Oregon Black Pioneers \nMonday\, March 18\, 6:00 –7:30 PM \nOSF Carpenter Hall\, 44 S Pioneer St\, Ashland \nRSVP HERE!
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/uncovering-oregons-black-history/
LOCATION:OSF Carpenter Hall\, 44 S Pioneer St\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240308T172756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T172756Z
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SUMMARY:Unite Oregon: Post Legislative Session Town Hall 
DESCRIPTION:Unite Oregon invites everyone to learn about the outcomes of their 2024 Action Agenda in our Post Session Town Hall on Zoom. \nThis event will tell you about what happened to our bills during session and will keep you updated on next steps! \nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024 6:00 PM –  7:00 PM PT \nLearn More and Register Here \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/unite-oregon-post-legislative-session-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
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SUMMARY:Deconstructing Whiteness Session March 10
DESCRIPTION:Share time with peers grappling with issues of whiteness.\nIncrease your consistency of attending a white accountability space.\nGrow compassion and connection for yourself and others.\n\nThe group suggests reading the following materials before the meeting:\n\n\nWhite Supremacy Culture-Still Here-2021\nNice Racism; How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm by Robin DiAngelo
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/deconstructing-whiteness-session-march-10/
LOCATION:Pony Espresso\, 175 Lithia Way\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T170000
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SUMMARY:Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund In concert with The Holy Misfits
DESCRIPTION:A concert featuring Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund\, along with the Holy Misfits will be held Saturday\, March 9\, 3:00 pm at Ashland United Church of Christ\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd. True to the folk tradition\, Lisa Spencer and Karen Wennlund perform songs that stir us to an awareness of the times we live in. The Holy Misfits\, Lynne Pethtel\, Marcy Robertson and Jeannie Marsh\, are committed to sharing their music to benefit social justice and raise the vibration of loving service to all. \nThe concert will benefit local organizations’ rental relief and utility assistance programs. Suggested donation of $10 to $100. Sponsored by Ashland United Church of Christ’s Justice and Witness Ministry. \nSaturday\, March 9\, 3:00 pm \nSuggested donation: $10-$100 \nBenefit for the “Good Sam Fund” \nSupporting local organizations’ rental & utility assistance programs
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/lisa-spencer-and-karen-wennlund-in-concert-with-the-holy-misfits/
LOCATION:Ashland Peace Church\, 717 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240229T204823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T204823Z
UID:10001872-1709982000-1710005400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:All Things Fire Fair
DESCRIPTION:• Saturday\, March 9\, 2024\n• 11:00 AM 5:30 PM\n• Applegate Valley Fire District #9 1095 Upper Applegate Road Jacksonville\, OR\, 97530 United States (map) \nJoin KS Wildfor a family-friendly event featuring a dynamic mix of presentations and interactive demonstrations focused on wildfire and community preparedness.\nAttendees will have the opportunity to explore tables with essential information and resources– including how to access financial assistance for fuels reduction on private lands. Learn how to take action and hear from experts on a variety of topics.\nDemonstrations & Presentations Schedule:
11:00 – 11:45   Welcome from Applegate Fire Marshal Brian Mulhollen\n11:45 – 1:00     Kid-Friendly Experiment on Fire Behavior with Sofia Maciel (SOFRC)\n12:00 – 12:45  Mastication\, Slash\, & Pile Burning with Dan Defenbough (Jungle Tamer) & Brian Mulhollen (AVFD)\n1:00 – 1:45      Home Hardening & Defensible Space with Rich Fairbanks (Prescriptions for Safety)\n2:00 – 2:45     Mastication\, Slash\, & Pile Burning with Dan Defenbough (Jungle Tamer) & Brian Mulhollen (AVFD)\n3:00 – 3:45     Intro to Prescribed Burning & Fire Behavior with Aaron Krikava (RVPBA) & Chris Adlam (OSU Extension)\n4:00 – 5:30     Addressing the Doug Fir Die Off & BLM Strategies for the Future \nThis event is hosted by members of the Applegate Valley Forest and Fire Working Group:\nApplegate & Williams Fire Districts ᐧ KS Wild ᐧ Applegate Partnership & Watershed Council ᐧ OSU Extension ᐧ Southern Oregon Forest Restoration Collaborative ᐧ Rogue Valley Prescribed Burn Association ᐧ Jungle Tamer ᐧ Bureau of Land Management ᐧ United States Forest Service ᐧ Oregon State Fire Marshal ᐧ Natural Resources Conservation Service ᐧ A Greater Applegate \nFood and beverages available for purchase onsite from Black Barn Farm
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/all-things-fire-fair/
LOCATION:Applegate Valley Fire District #9\, 1095 Upper Applegate Road\, Jacksonville\, OR\, 97530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Climate
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240229T210347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T223549Z
UID:10001873-1709924400-1709933400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Gig for Gaza -- A Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come join Jewish Voice for Peace in our fundraising efforts for the beloved people of Gaza. 100% of Proceeds will go to organizations that are delivering humanitarian aid and services directly to the people of Gaza. \nConcert\, dancing and more! Siblings Isla and Rowan Blanchflower alongside James Keigher form Riméad\, creating an exciting and delightful blend of traditional and original tunes on fiddle\, accordion\, mandocello and bodhrán. A new generation of musicians with an old fella thrown in for good measure. \nPeg Tooth Bow Saw organize monthly community dance events featuring live tunes played by various local musicians and called dances. Beginners are welcome\, no partner necessary. Featuring circles\, squares\, contras\, waltz’s\,etc. \nSilent auction and raffle will be ongoing throughout the evening\, featuring quality items and services. Come connect with community\, build solidarity\, share some food and drink and lift your spirits with joyful music and dance\, all in support of the people of Gaza and a Free Palestine. \nThis event is cosponsored by Jewish Voice for Peace-Rogue Valley. A $5-$50 donation will be requested at the door. All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/gig-for-gaza-a-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Bellevue Grange\, 1050 Tollman Creek Road\, Ashland\, Or\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,War & Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240229T203658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T233231Z
UID:10001867-1709226000-1709283600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Severe Weather Overnight Shelter
DESCRIPTION:The Ashland emergency severe weather shelter at 2200 Ashland St. will open at 5 p.m. \nThe doors close and lights go out by 10 p.m. The shelter closes at 9 a.m. the next morning.\nThis is a low barrier\, no frill\, overnight shelter for anyone needing to get out of the cold.\nThe shelter is managed by OHRA (Opportunities for Housing Resources and Assistance)\, which will coordinate and staff with OHRA employees and volunteers. OHRA can be reached at 541-631-2235. \nTo receive notifications when the severe weather shelter opens in Ashland\, text 97520SHELTER to 888777. \nTo volunteer for the shelter\, call 541-220-7307 or email avramsacks at gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/severe-weather-overnight-shelter/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240223T163033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T163045Z
UID:10001866-1709056800-1709062200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:SOCAN: Climate Legislation Update
DESCRIPTION:The SOCAN February monthly public meeting will feature a brief review of what has been happening to proposals of interest in the Capitol. SOCAN’s Federal and State Project team will host this meeting with summaries of the status of specific bills and will provide opportunities to write postcards to critical representatives urging action. We will provide tips on what to write. \nPlease join us at the Medford Public Library on Tuesday February 27th from 6:00 – 7:30 to learn what our legislators are doing and how you can act. All SOCAN meetings are free and open to the public.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/socan-climate-legislation-update/
LOCATION:Medford Library\, 205 Central Avenue\, Medford\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Climate,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001791-1709049600-1709053200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001790-1708444800-1708448400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20230630T175907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T175907Z
UID:10000788-1708358400-1708363800@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:From Conflict to Community: Transforming Conflicts without Authorities 4-week Book Club on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Connect a set of chapters to your personal experiences and situations. Build your ability to handle conflict. Use From Conflict To Community to help you see your nonviolent capacity to deal with a wide range of challenges. \nFacilitator: Rivera Sun\, Author Q&A with Gwen Olton on July 31 \nCost: $65\, scholarships available
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/from-conflict-to-community-transforming-conflicts-without-authorities-4-week-book-club-on-zoom/2024-02-19/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240124T194707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T000954Z
UID:10001793-1708268400-1708275600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:The Meaning of Love: A Concert
DESCRIPTION:All-star operatic duo and real-life married couple Jocelyn Claire Thomas and Zachary Lenox serve up a feast of sumptuous songs\, accompanied by pianist Jodi French. \nIn a twist on the Valentine’s Day concert\, this recital will include and also go beyond romantic love songs to embrace love for friends\, humanity\, and the earth. \nZachary Lenox has been called “the star of the night” and “a broad\, resonant baritone” and Jocelyn Claire Thomas has been called a “staggeringly brilliant… ethereal soprano.” \n\nBuy tickets here
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/the-meaning-of-love-a-concert/
LOCATION:SOU MUSIC RECITAL HALL\, 450 S Mountain Ave\, Ashland\,\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240209T173556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T214250Z
UID:10001806-1708182000-1708189200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Storytelling and Potluck Lunch with David West
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 17 @ 3:00pm in the Great Hall RVUUF will host a potluck and storytelling afternoon with David West\, (Enrolled: Citizen Potawatomi Nation) and Director Emeritus of SOU’s Native American Studies Program.  After inviting everyone to share in a water and food blessing\, David will share stories with a focus on water and seven generations planning.  This is a wonderful opportunity to experience traditional oral storytelling from one who was raised and trained in this tradition. \nAs David says\, “Come and listen because in that storytelling there may be one word\, one sentence\, one story that was meant just for you.  And it might answer a question of need that you hadn’t even asked.  That’s the wisdom of this storytelling time.”  Bring your favorite potluck dish (hot or cold) to share.  Also\, please bring your own table setting\, mug and silverware. \nRVUUF will provide paper napkins\, coffee\, tea\, and water.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/storytelling-and-potluck-lunch-with-david-west/
LOCATION:Rogue Vally UU Fellowship\, Ashland\, Oreogn\, 97520
CATEGORIES:Allies,Indigenous Sovereignty,InterFaith
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240209T165606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T214013Z
UID:10001801-1708016400-1708023600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Christians Against Genocide: Open Mass Organizing Call
DESCRIPTION:Next Thursday\, inspired by the efforts of these Mennonites as well as Muslim and Jewish groups who have organized mass nonviolent actions nationwide\, more than 1\,000 Christians from across the ecumenical spectrum will convene for an open call to coordinate creative public witness efforts\, including nonviolent direct actions\, to leverage the moral voice and influence of congregations and denominations in this critical moment. \nA brand-new movement of activist Mennonites has formed in recent weeks\, mobilizing urgently for a ceasefire in Gaza and to end the occupation of Palestine. Last month\, this initiative\, Mennonite Action\, mobilized hundreds of its new members to Washington DC: 135 were arrested in the Capitol Building while singing hymns and sitting-in for a ceasefire in Gaza. \nWatch the beautiful video of the Jan. 16th action in the Capitol\, and register for Christians Against Genocide’s February 15th organizing call at 8:00pm ET.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/christians-against-genocide-open-mass-organizing-call/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240124T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T193613Z
UID:10001789-1707840000-1707843600@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Read For Peace! All-Ages Book Group on The Crown of Light 
DESCRIPTION:Co-Facilitated by Savanna Holden & Rivera Sun
Tuesdays\, February 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2024 \n4-5pm PT // 5-6pm MT // 6-7pm CT // 7-8pm ET
$60\, scholarships available (Please ask! We want you to come.) \nInter-generational\, open to ages 11 and up
Books must be purchased separately. Find them here or ebooks here. \nSpecial Offer: Bring a younger or older friend for free.  \nBuild a culture of peace through peace literature and readers of all ages! \nBring your kids\, grandparents\, and friends of all ages to this lively\, 4-week discussion group that explores an exciting fantasy novel about waging peace. Author Rivera Sun and youth facilitator Savanna Holden are co-facilitating a special intergenerational book club on The Crown of Light. \nThe novel is a part of the award-winning Ari Ara Series and tells the story of a nonviolent Peace Force that halts violence and stops war in the border region between two feuding nations. Note: You do not need to have read the other books in the series. This story stands alone. \nReaders age 11 and up will enjoy this book group. This story features a 14-year-old heroine and an intergenerational group of friends. \nWith readers of all ages\, this book group will have engaging conversations about the scenes of waging peace\, the characters’ commitment to nonviolence\, and the challenges they surmount. Discussion will be interspersed with real life examples\, trainings in the skills the characters are learning\, and some of the nonfiction stories that inspired the book. A great way to learn peace skills! \nStories of peace grow cultures of peace. Please bring an older/younger friend with you to this book group. Once you have registered\, you can send us their email to ensure that they get the zoom link and invitation. \nAbout the Book \nIn the jagged peaks of the Border Mountains\, Ari Ara revives the ancient legend of the Peace Force\, gathering friends and strangers to stop violence and prevent war. With the Way Between guiding their footsteps\, they set out to wage peace. Before long\, a rising threat makes them take drastic action. \nMysterious raiders are attacking villages\, burning homes and terrifying families. Fingers point to the secretive Paika. For centuries\, their clans have survived by double-crossing and backstabbing everyone else. But when young Finn Paikason is caught spying on the Peace Force\, he swears the raiders are imposters. Ari Ara wants to believe him\, but can she trust him? She can’t be certain – especially since this boy with storm-tossed eyes might be stealing her heart. \nStopping fights among villagers\, thwarting bandit ambushes\, and preventing battles across borders\, Ari Ara and her friends seek the truth amidst a web of lies. Old enemies come back to haunt them. Friendships are strained to breaking. Tensions heighten between the two nations. When the Lost Heir is taken hostage\, the Peace Force races to solve the mystery before the sparks of violence erupt into war. \nYour heart will race along with the heroine’s in this exciting tale of waging peace.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/read-for-peace-all-ages-book-group-on-the-crown-of-light/2024-02-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allies,Nonviolence
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240209T201404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T222741Z
UID:10001804-1707760800-1707766200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Ashland Sunrise Project: What is it?
DESCRIPTION:The Sunrise Project aims to help former sundown towns reconcile their history of racial exclusion by creating new identities as that of “sunrise communities\,” the opposite of sundown towns. After starting in Grants Pass\, the Oregon Remembrance Project is now working with community members in Ashland to bring this vision of belonging for all to our community. Learn more about the project and how you can join us in rewriting the ending to the story of a sundown town. \nFeatured speakers include Taylor Stewart (Oregon Remembrance Project)\, Gabi Johnsen (Grants Pass Remembrance)\, & Anna Sloan (Southern Oregon Historical Society). \nAshland Sunrise Project is an Ashland Together Initiative in partnership with the Oregon Remembrance Project. \nThe event is free and open to the public. For more information and to RSVP\, please go to our website at: \nhttps://ashlandtogether.org/event/launch-of-the-ashland-sunrise-project/ \n 
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ashland-sunrise-project-what-is-it/
LOCATION:OSF Carpenter Hall\, 44 S Pioneer St\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20230630T175907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T175907Z
UID:10000787-1707753600-1707759000@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:From Conflict to Community: Transforming Conflicts without Authorities 4-week Book Club on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Connect a set of chapters to your personal experiences and situations. Build your ability to handle conflict. Use From Conflict To Community to help you see your nonviolent capacity to deal with a wide range of challenges. \nFacilitator: Rivera Sun\, Author Q&A with Gwen Olton on July 31 \nCost: $65\, scholarships available
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/from-conflict-to-community-transforming-conflicts-without-authorities-4-week-book-club-on-zoom/2024-02-12/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240209T170936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T170936Z
UID:10001803-1707751800-1707757200@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Ron Wyden Town Hall So. Oregon: Feb 12
DESCRIPTION:Ron Wyden will host an open Town Hall Feb 12 in Grants Pass. Some people from Southern Oregon will call on the Senator to support a ceasefire in Gaza. \n“I made a commitment when I was first elected to the Senate to hold these open-to-all town halls in the ongoing spirit of the ‘Oregon Way’ where anybody can ask questions\, share opinions and suggest ideas\,” Wyden said. “These town halls are incredibly important to get my ear to the ground and listen to what is most important to Oregonians.” \nPlease Note: “For everyone’s security\, backpacks and large bags will not be allowed in the town hall. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.”
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/ron-wyden-town-hall-so-oregon-feb-12/
LOCATION:Rogue Community College Redwood Campus Student Union\, 3345 Redwood Hwy\, Grants Pass\, OR\, 97527\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,War & Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T063917
CREATED:20240209T175915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T175936Z
UID:10001807-1707559200-1707584400@peacehouse.net
SUMMARY:Black History Celebrartion: Children's Museum Celebration
DESCRIPTION:BASE is teaming up with The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon for a special Black History Month Celebration on Saturday\, February 10 from 10a-5p. There will be music from DJ Simon\, special programs in the movement\, culinary\, and clay studios\, plus more. Learn more about this family-friendly celebration at TCMSO.org.
URL:https://peacehouse.net/event/25901/
LOCATION:Childrens Museum of Southern Oregon\, 413 W Main St\, Medford\, OR\, 97501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allies,Community Event,Racial Justice
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