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eridani
(51,907 posts)Nancy Altman will be one of the featured speakers in a forum on Monday, February 23, in Seattle entitled "Social Security - Why It's Not Broke and How We Can Expand It". Joining Ms. Altman on the program will be Seattle City Council member, Kshama Sawant, and Washington State Labor Council President, Jeff Johnson.
Social Security Works! Why Social Security Isn’t Going Broke and How Expanding It Will Help Us All, is the recently released book by Ms. Altman and her co-author, Eric Kingson. Ms. Altman has a thirty-five year background in the areas of Social Security and private pensions. She is co-director of Social Security Works and co-chair of the Strengthen Social Security coalition and campaign. She previously authored The Battle for Social Security: From FDR’s Vision to Bush’s Gamble (John Wiley & Sons, 2005).
The Seattle forum is part of a campaign to expand the growing chorus of voices in Congress and elsewhere calling for the expansion of our Social Security system. We know that Social Security is not “going broke” and also does not add a penny to the national debt. We are fighting against the three-decade-long, billionaire-funded campaign to make us believe that Social Security is destined to collapse.
With the decline in defined benefit pensions and the total inadequacy of 401(ks), there is a looming retirement crisis that will affect more than two- thirds of today’s workers. Social Security is a powerful program that can help stop the collapse of the middle class, lessen the pressure squeezing families from all directions, and help end the upward redistribution of wealth that has resulted in perilous levels of inequality.
All Americans deserve to have dignified retirement years as well as an umbrella to protect them and their families in the event of disability or premature death. At stake are our values and the kind of country we want for ourselves and for those that follow. From the Silent Generation to Baby Boomers, from Generation X to Millennials and Generation Z, all of us have a stake in understanding the real story about Social Security.
Ms. Altman is the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Pension Rights Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of beneficiary rights. She is also on the Board of Directors of the National Academy of Social Insurance, a membership organization of over 800 of the nation’s leading experts on social insurance.
From 1983 to 1989, Ms. Altman was on the faculty of Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government and taught courses on private pensions and Social Security at the Harvard Law School. In 1982, she was Alan Greenspan’s assistant in his position as chairman of the bipartisan commission that developed the 1983 Social Security amendments.
Please plan to attend this exciting, movement-building forum on Monday, Feb. 23, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Joe Crump Hall, UFCW 21, 5030 First Avenue S., Seattle.
eridani
(51,907 posts)
Nancy Altman will be one of the featured speakers in a forum on Monday, February 23 in Seattle entitled “Social Security – Why It’s Not Broke and How We Can Expand It.” Joining Ms. Altman on the program will be Seattle City Council member Kshama Sawant and Washington State Labor Council President, Jeff Johnson.
Social Security Works! Why Social Security Isn’t Going Broke and How Expanding It Will Help Us All, is the recently released book by Ms. Altman and her co-author, Eric Kingson. Ms. Altman has a thirty-five year background in the areas of Social Security and private pensions. She is co-director of Social Security Works and co-chair of the Strengthen Social Security coalition and campaign.
The Seattle forum is part of a campaign to expand the growing chorus of voices in Congress and elsewhere calling for the expansion of our Social Security system. We know that Social Security is not “going broke” and also does not add a penny to the national debt. We are fighting against the three-decade-long, billionaire-funded campaign to make us believe that Social Security is destined to collapse.
With the decline in defined benefit pensions and the total inadequacy of 401(k)s, there is a looming retirement crisis that will affect more than two-thirds of today’s workers. Social Security is a powerful program that can help stop the collapse of the middle class, lessen the pressure squeezing families from all directions, and help end the upward redistribution of wealth that has resulted in perilous levels of inequality.
All Americans deserve to have dignified retirement years as well as an umbrella to protect them and their families in the event of disability or premature death. At stake are our values and the kind of country we want for ourselves and for those that follow. From the Silent Generation to Baby Boomers, from Generation X to Millennials and Generation Z, all of us have a stake in understanding the real story about Social Security.
Please plan to attend this exciting forum on Monday, Feb. 23, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Joe Crump Hall, UFCW 21, 5030 First Avenue S., Seattle.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Seattle Association for Women in Science’s January’s Program
“Nail the Next Interview - Insider secrets from job recruiters”
Please save this date: January 21st, 2014 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
A complete Event Announcement and Event Flyer will be coming out soon
Event Schedule:
6:00pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30pm – Panel Discussion
7:30pm – Networking
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium, Weintraub Building
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
*Free Visitor Parking
All AWIS meetings are FREE and open to both members and non-members, both men and women!
eridani
(51,907 posts)Could you please do me that big favor and send out one Burien Drinking Liberally email announcing the Kick-Off meeting of the Kent Drinking Liberally this Thursday 1/8/2015 at 7:00 PM at the Mick Kelly's Irish Pub & Restaurant at Riverbend Golf Course in Kent?
Here's some text that you can just cut-n-paste:
Subject: Kent Drinking Liberally Kick-Off Nite this Thurs Jan 8th at 7:00PM
Please feel free to join us at the first meeting of the Kent Drinking Liberally this Thursday 1/8/2015 at 7:00 PM at the Mick Kelly's Irish Pub & Restaurant at Riverbend Golf Course in Kent.
Address:
2019 West Meeker St
Kent, WA 98032
253-277-3041
Your Host,
Bruce Anderson
eridani
(51,907 posts)Join the Art Builds Thursday the 15th
Organize Your Own Visibility Action - Email Cindy cindykcsales@gmail.com
January 15th - 6:30-9:30 pm ~
These two Art Build Work Parties set up are at the Fremont Arts Council Powerhouse located at 3940 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103. Please join for all or part of either of these art builds!
Many Hands Needed, No Skills Required
Learn How To Make Giant Overpass Banners
Actions in the works include:
1. Bannering in a variety of locations, including freeway overpasses, the Capital Building, and other high traffic locations. We would also like to coordinate some of these to be at the same time in different locations.
2. Light Brigade Signs - We will use lighted panels to display messages at various locations after dark.
3. Light Projections - We will project lighted messages on buildings in various locations.
4. Flash Mobs - Depending on interest and volunteers, we may also do a couple of flash mobs using music, dance, skits, etc. in high pedestrian traffic locations, in front of corporate headquarters, etc.
eridani
(51,907 posts)* Saturday, January 17th - Noon-5pm - Art Build & Work Party!
4200 S Othello St Seattle, Wa 98118
Co-hosted by Justice Works, the Backbone Campaign, Wamend.org and 350Seattle.
Here's what we're planning to make: Banner painting for MLK and the anniversary of Citizens United actions. We will also be organizing and planning for next week's actions on Wednesday's Citizens United 5th Anniversary actions on Jan. 21st. Please dress warm.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Thursday, January 22at 7:00pm
• Quincy Jones Auditorium, Garfield High School, 400 23rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
The chant “BLACK LIVES MATTER” has echoed across America and inspired a new generation of activists to take to the streets in defense of black people who are murdered daily by a racist injustice system. This community panel will connect the current struggle and the youth leading that struggle to the Black Power movement of the 1960s-1970s. After the panel there will be group breakouts for people to talk about next steps and to get involved in the movement.
Speakers:
JOHN CARLOS: 1968 Olympic Bronze medalist who raised his black gloved fist in a statement of struggle and resistance on the medal stand and became a global icon in the fight against racism, co-author of The John Carlos Story: The Sports Moment That Changed The World, Black Power Icon
JESSE HAGOPIAN: Member of SEE: Social Equality Educators, Advisor for the Garfield High School Black Student Union, author of More Than A Score: The New Uprising Against High Stakes Testing Gerald Hankerson: President of the Seattle-King County NAACP
DAVE ZIRIN: Host of Edge of Sports, co-author of The John Carlos Story: The Sports Movement That Changed The World, Sports writer for The Nation Magazine
Other speakers forthcoming.
Books will be for sale after event and authors will be available for signing.
Sponsored by the Seattle International Socialist Organization & SEE: Social Equality Educators
eridani
(51,907 posts)TUES January 27, 6 – 9pmnaomi-klein-
CAGJ Climate Justice Book Discussion and Potluck
Location: Central Co-op Rochdale Room, 19th and Madison.
In 2014 CAGJ committed to prioritizing taking action on climate justice. To inspire and inform this work in 2015, we are starting the year with a discussion of Naomi Klein’s new book, This Changes Everything: The Climate Vs. Capitalism. The book discussion – open to all CAGJ members and supporters - is part of the lead-up to our annual strategic retreat. Through the book discussion we hope to address questions about the role of climate justice in the contemporary political “moment,” the role of CAGJ in contributing to the climate justice movement, and potential for future work together. It will be a casual, CAGJ-style potluck! Feel free to bring friends! If you are unable to complete the book, no problem, please come having read the Introduction and Chapters 3 and 4. For those who do not have the book, a PDF of two chapters can be provided; email us for more info
eridani
(51,907 posts)January 21st, 2014 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
If you've ever wondered what the real tricks are to landing a STEM-based job in Seattle, look no further! You
probably don't need any "hot tips" or "lifehacks--" just a simple set of skills you can easily develop with a
little bit of practice. For insider advice on where to start or how to make the best impression during your
next job search, please join Seattle AWIS for 'Nail the Next Interview: Secrets from Seattle Job Recruiters.'
Our distinguished panelists are:
Yvette Herrera Greer, PHR, global recruiting coordinator at PATH
Maya Skolnik, Senior Recruiter at NanoString Technologies, Inc.
Sherri Edwards, Career coach, trainer, and consultant at Resource Maximizer
Brook Filary, Manager and Human Resources Business Parter at Double Down Interactive / International Game Technology
Our panelists will discuss advice on interviews, how often to communicate, and how best to use social media
for the job search, and current trends in the industry.
Event Schedule:
6:00pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30pm – Panel Discussion
7:30pm – Networking
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium, Weintraub Building
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
*Free Visitor Parking
eridani
(51,907 posts)Reject Keystone XL -- NOW! (Seattle)
Tuesday January 13, 2015, 5:30 PM
Federal Building - Seattle
915 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
Invite your friends and future generations who will have to live in the world we leave them.
This is a statement about the health of our Planet.
Jack Smith
eridani
(51,907 posts)* Tuesday, January 20th - 6-8:30 pm - Seattle Volunteer Get Together & Planning Meeting
Wedgwood Presbyterian Church - 8008 35th Ave NE, Seattle
Please join other Seattle area volunteers and supporters, along with current WAmend officers and Steering Committee members, to discuss our upcoming initiative campaign and how you can get involved. Volunteers are essential to our organization and campaign, and we need your feedback and help in order to successfully get this initiative on the ballot!
eridani
(51,907 posts),
SHELL BAKKEN OIL RAIL TERMINAL PROJECT
SHELL AND APPELLANT HEARING, WED., JAN. 28, 2015
SHELL PUBLIC HEARING, THURS., JAN. 29, 2015
SHELL AND APPELLANT HEARING
Appeal Hearing Concerning Skagit County’s Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance
(The public is invited to observe and will give no testimony.)
Wed., Jan. 28, 9 a.m.
County Commissioners Hearing Room
1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon
Shell Oil and Appellant legal representatives will testify before Wick Dufford, Skagit County Hearing Examiner.
Skagit County favored Shell Oil’s proposed Bakken oil rail terminal by determining the terminal's impact upon the Padilla Bay Estuarine shoreline as a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS)—meaning that impacts are reduced by changes/conditions to a nonsignificant level.
Appellant members RE Sources for Sustainable Communities, Friends of the San Juans, ForestEthics, the Washington Environmental Council, Friends of the Earth and Evergreen Islands filed an appeal, challenging Skagit County’s issuance of the MDNS. A factor is that a portion of the proposed Bakken oil rail terminal would be located within shoreline jurisdiction associated with Padilla Bay. See Appealing Crude-by-Rail Decision in Skagit County.
SHELL PUBLIC HEARING
(Testimony from the public is sought.)
Thurs., Jan. 29 (Please see times below.)
County Commissioners Hearing Room
1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon (map)
The hearing process will consist of five parts: 1) Skagit County Planning & Development gives its case. 2) Shell Oil gives its case. 3) The public gives testimony—and may direct questions to the hearing examiner for his consideration. 4) The Hearing Examiner asks questions of Skagit County and Shell oil. 5) Shell Oil and Skagit County give rebuttals.
The hearing process begins at 9 a.m.
Although public testimony begins at 11 a.m., you are advised to arrive no later than 10 a.m. to sign up for oral testimony. First come, first served.
Hand in written comments at the public hearing or send them beforehand to Skagit County Planning & Development, arriving in-house no later than 4:30 p.m., Tues. Jan. 27.
No emails accepted. The online comment form and snail mail address are found at How to Comment on Permit Applications and Appeals. Scroll down. The permit number is PL13-0468. The title is Shoreline Substantial Development Permit/Variance.
What comments/testimony may you make to Wick Dufford, the Hearing Examiner? Tell/write him that you want an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Not enough information has been provided to determine the full impact of Shell’s proposed Bakken oil rail terminal. An EIS determines that a proposal is likely to have significant adverse environmental impacts. An EIS provides an impartial discussion of significant environmental impacts, reasonable alternatives and mitigation measures that would avoid or minimize adverse impacts. On Jan. 16, 2015, Wick Dufford, Skagit County Hearing Examiner, determined that impact considerations are not limited to any particular limited geographic area. See County Hearing Examiner to Take Comments on Shell Rail Project. Skagit County last determined an EIS in 1999. !!
Suggested areas of application/concern:
Cumulative impacts of Shell’s proposed rail terminal with other oil-by-rail and coal export facilities in Puget Sound.
Trains Boot Washington Fruit Crops to Carry More Coal, Oil
Oil Trains Crowd Out Grain Shipments to NW Ports
Opening the spigot: Why Washington could become a major global fuel supplier, Sept. 6, 2013, updated Sept. 11, 2013.
Risks of derailment and explosion, oil spills along the rail line and into saltwater/freshwater, impacting the Anacortes water treatment plant, saltwater/freshwater species and the aquatic environment—who pays for the destruction?
Tank Car Fleet Inadequate for Crude Oil, Rail Industry Says
Study of Oil from Deadly Derailment Points to Bakken Crude’s Volatility; More Research is On the Way
DOT: Rail Insurance Inadequate for Oil Train Accidents
Risks to human health from air toxics released during oil transport, transfer and storage.
Bakken Crude Oil Volatile Organic Compounds
Shell Refinery No 2 in NW Clean-Air Fines, Nov. 7, 2011
Anacortes Refineries Pay, Accrue Fines in November [2014]
Shell Puget Sound Refinery, Anacortes, Washington, was fined $291,000 from 2006 to 2010 for violations of the Clean Air Act making it the second most-fined violator in the Pacific Northwest. As of 2011, it was listed as "high priority violator" since 2008.[11][12]
Harm to safety, recreation and surrounding environmental beauty.
March Point Heronry Property: Herons have nested on Padilla Bay since the late 1970s. Today it's believed to be the largest nesting area for Great Blue Herons in all of Western North America, with recent estimates ranging from 600-700 nests. (Washington Department of Ecology, May 9, 2014)
Oil Train Blast Zone, including along Highway 5—impacting Mount Vernon, Burlington, Sedro-Woolley—and along Highway 20 Spur to Anacortes.
SHELL OIL, A Record of Environmental and Corporate Malfeasance, June 2012, Alaska Wilderness League (will take a few moments to download).
Risks of oil transport first by rail and marine vessel, including risks to commercial, recreational and fishing activities; risks of oil spills in the Salish Sea.
Voices Against Oil Trains
Degassing North Dakota Crude Oil Before shipping Amid Safety Suggestions
Towns Demand Ban on Single-Hulled Oil Tank Cars
Groups Bring New Legal Action for Federal Ban of Dangerous Oil Tank Rail Cars
Old railway bridge infrastructure.
RustyBridges_LarryGraf
This folder is accessed on the Microsoft “cloud” and contains pictures of Skagit and Snohomish rusty bridges, complementary of Larry Graf, Burlington. The pictures will take a few moments to download. All oil trains pass over the Swinomish Channel Bridge, built in 1891, to reach Tesoro and Shell Oil refineries.
Appealing Crude-by-Rail Decision in Skagit County
Trains Plus Crude Equals More Trouble Down the Tracks
This areas of concern are meant as a suggested guide.
Thank you so much for your patience.
Evergreen Islands
eridani
(51,907 posts)With the rallying cry of “Warrior Up!” the Lummi Nation embarked on a 5,000 mile journey last summer to oppose the proposed shipment of an unprecedented volume of coal and oil from the American heartland to the Pacific Coast.
Please join us for a special evening celebrating the beauty and power of that amazing journey through art, pictures and words. Hear from Lummi leaders on the recent demand that the federal government deny a permit for the Cherry Point coal export terminal, which would violate treaty rights.
When: Thursday, January 29th 6:00—8:00 pm
Where: Impact Hub Seattle, 220 2nd Avenue South, Seattle
Who: Special guest speakers:
Jay Julius, Lummi Indian Business Council
Dow Constantine, King County Executive
Jewell James, Head Carver, Lummi House of Tears Carvers
What: Premiere of the Totem Pole Journey video by Fred Lane; photo story of the journey by photographer James Leder; showcase of the 14x21 foot mural that was painted at stops along the journey; speakers from the Lummi Nation.
Plus a unique silent auction with Native American artworks dedicated to the theme “Visions of Xwe’chi’eXen” (Cherry Point). Please bring your checkbook!
The proposed Cherry Point coal terminal would be built on a 3,500-year-old Lummi village site known as Xwe’chi’eXen. Coal exports break the social compact between the government of the United States and its people to secure the general welfare of its residents. It also threatens a long-established way of life, and a rich and varied ecological, social and cultural landscape. It would dishonor thousands of years of tribal history. The struggle to stop coal export through this area is not only a matter of environmental justice, but of social justice and civil rights.
Please join us for this event and show your support for the protection of our sacred places in Washington.
Please join us for this event and show your support for the protection of our sacred places in Washington.
If you haven’t taken action yet, please write your Senators and your Member of Congress today and ask them to support the protection of the Lummi Nation’s treaty rights. http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/5168/p/dia/action3/common/public/?action_KEY=19076
For more information contact Robin Everett
robin.everett@sierraclub.org or 206-378-0114 x308
In solidarity,
Joëlle Robinson
Field Director
eridani
(51,907 posts)WHAT THE (BLEEP) HAPPENED TO HIP HOP!?
Move to Amend is partnering with Hip Hop Congress, an international grassroots organization working to evolve hip hop culture by inspiring social action and creativity within the movement. We invite you to join Move to Amend and Hip Hop Congress at our upcoming event called What the (Bleep) Happened to Hip Hop?! (Hint, the short answer is the corporate commodification of a liberatory art form is what happened to Hip Hop)
What the (Bleep) Happened to Hip Hop is an educational campaign to address the corporatization of culture and how corporate power has co-opted our music, dance, and other arts. This is a unique opportunity for Move To Amend supporters to learn from-- and build relationships with-- young people, people of color, and culture workers. Groupings that do not often attend standard Move To Amend presentations. Please take advantage of this opportunity to connect and to grow!
Tacoma What the (Bleep) Happened to Hip Hop Forum and People's Movement Assembly:
Friday, February 13th, 2PM-5PM
Evergreen State College
Tacoma Campus,
1210 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405
Seattle What the (Bleep) Happened to Hip Hop Forum and People's Movement Assembly:
Saturday, February 14th, 10AM - 6PM
Hollow Earth Radio
2018 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
Seattle Hip Hop Show, Saturday, February 14th, 7PM-12AM
Hollow Earth Radio
2018 E. Union St
Seattle, WA 98122Sunday, February 15th, 1PM-6PM
Cortona Cafe
2425 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
The events in Tacoma will be separate from those in Seattle. The Tacoma event will be a truncated version of the full event that will happen in Seattle. Although this event is a process, and each section builds off of the last, we understand that these are long days. We invite you to participate in any way you can, for as much time as you can.
On Saturday, we will host educational panels and participatory conversations about culture and corporate rule. On Sunday, we will hold a People’s Movement Assembly where we will engage in action-oriented conversations about our current situation and how to get to the world we want and deserve.
Move to Amend supporter Ruthi McDonald said, "I went into this under the impression that Hip Hop was loud, angry music about ho's, drugs, and violence. I have since been schooled that I was completely and utterly mistaken. That's what they want us to think; "us" being white, middle-aged Americans. I even said in the opening introductions that as a schoolteacher, I only really knew it as something to be "tolerated." There is a strand that fits the above description on corporate radio, but that is only a small branch of the tree. Like yoga and it's many limbs, hip hop is very diverse. I met a group of beautiful human beings who care about their environment, their community, and their art."
eridani
(51,907 posts)End Toxic Testing: Give Teachers Time to Teach and Students Time to Learn Rally
Monday, February 16 at 12:00pm
Sylvester Park Capital Way S & Legion Way SE, Olympia, Washington 98501
This event will be in Sylvester Park in Olympia. It is a park setting and we are encouraging people to bring a camp chair. There will be speakers, singing, dancing and poetry. This is a child friendly venue.
https://www.facebook.com/events/872538762798724/?ref=6&ref_notif_type=plan_user_invited
eridani
(51,907 posts)Gaza Update & Fundraiser: Tacoma 2/21
What: See the film The War Around Us; Talk with an ER doctor recently returned from Gaza; Skype with a UN representative in Jerusalem.
When: Saturday evening, February 21, 6:30 pm: Socializing and hors d'oeuvres, 7:00 pm: Film.
Where: Tacoma Urban League, 2550 Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405.
There is no charge for this event. There will be a free-will offering to help the people in Gaza.
If you are unable to attend, but would like to donate, visit this UNRWA site. https://unrwausa.org/tacoma
Sponsored by the Tacoma Chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace. For more information: Tacoma@JewishVoiceforPeace.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Friday, February 13, 12:10 PM University of Washington, Red Square, Suzzallo Library steps.
Seattle, WA 98105
(We'll show you the exact address once you RSVP)
http://act.350.org/event/gdd_attend/10041/signup/?t=1&akid=6002.117056.TqJOgn
Come join Divest UW for a day of fun action in UW's Red Square! We will be holding a mock wedding, binding the University to the Fossil Fuel industry that it seems to love. We'll also be having a banner drop, taking an aerial photo, and eating some Global Day of Divesment "Wedding Cake!"
People across the world are coming together on Global Divestment Day to show that The People > The Fossil Fuel Industry
Join us in sending that message of hope out loud and clear to politicians, the university, and the fossil fuel industry alike.
For more info email ccchange@uw.edu
eridani
(51,907 posts)March 25, 2015
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center
305 Harrison Street, Seattle
After 24 years, it's a classic Seattle tradition. On Wednesday, March 25th hundreds of fearless participants will indulge in the dessert smack-down of the year. More than fifty of the region's finest chocolatiers, bakers, and candy-makers donate their finest confections and compete for top honors before a panel of celebrity judges. And you get to sample it all! Register today - $40 gets you a ticket to the event, and more money raised means more chocolate for you.
Individual Fundraising Levels
$40: Event Ticket
$250: Half-Pound Sample Box
$500: One-Pound Sample Box
~*~
Top Fundraiser Takes the Cake!
The top individual fundraiser as of 8pm on the night of the event will get to take home their choice of one of the premiere cakes from the competition.
eridani
(51,907 posts)How to Opt Out of Testing: Tacoma 2/5
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 06:08 PM PST
What: Learn about opting your child out from standardized testing.
When: Thursday, February 5, 2015, at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Rausch Auditorium, The University of Puget Sound.
For more information: pftpscommunications@gmail.com Read more
eridani
(51,907 posts)Seattle Association for Women in Science’s February Program
“Digital Health Monitoring: Beyond Heart Rate Monitors and Pedometers”
February 18tth , 2014 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Our panel will focus on the digital revolution in health tracking and assessment - how mobile data collection
of behavior and health is empowering users and changing health care.
Our distinguished panelists are:
Margaret Rosenfeld, MD, MPH; Pediatric Pulmonary Specialist at Seattle Children’s Hospital,
Professor of Pediatrics, UW School of Medicine
Lung function monitoring through a mobile phone app
Fareeha Siddiqui, MD, MPH; Director of Research and Innovation at Global to Local
Diabetes monitoring and support through iPhones
Jae Osenbach, PhD; Psychometrician and Research Psychologist,
contractor for the government National Center for Telehealth & Technology
Mobile applications for psychological health monitoring
Tharika Chandrasekhar, Program Manager at Microsoft
Microsoft Band fitness tracker
Technology is changing how the public engages in their personal health care. What started with pedometers and heart rate
monitors, has spurred the “Quantified Self” movement, and now encompasses digital educational materials, customized
feedback, and assessment of behavior and chronic diseases. Come learn from our panelists about new health monitoring
apps and programs that they are involved with. Join the discussion about the benefits and challenges of these new technologies.
Event Schedule:
6:00pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30pm – Panel Discussion
7:30pm – Networking
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium, Weintraub Building
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
*Free Visitor Parking
As parking will be a challenge tonight. There is Free Parking in front and side of Thomas Building and in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA).
eridani
(51,907 posts)Connect for Better Bicycling
at the Washington Bike Summit
March 16-17, 2015
Olympia WA
You won't want to miss the statewide bike conference in the #1 Bicycle Friendly State. Join advocates and professionals from all around Washington and attend the Legislative Reception Monday night.
Program
Plenary sessions and panel discussions will inspire and inform with topics like:
Vision Zero and other big campaigns for safer streets
Healthy hometowns through bicycling
New designs for better bicycling and small projects that yield big benefits
Working for a more inclusive bicycle movement
School and youth programs to get the next generation rolling
Finding money for your projects
Professionals can attend two workshops for CEUs: A half-day session on Practical Design with WSDOT and a full-day training on the NACTO Bikeway Design Guide.
Day Two of the Summit, advocates for active transportation will join us to participate in legislative meetings set for Transportation Advocacy Day that run concurrently with workshops.
Workshop details and speakers will be updated as they're confirmed on the Summit main page.
Summit Registration
Full Summit, no CEUs: $90 early-bird rate; register now
Summit with CEU workshops: $190 (includes a copy of the NACTO Bikeway Design Guide)
A limited number of scholarships will be available thanks to our generous sponsors. If you'd like to help others attend you can donate any amount when you register.
http://wabikes.org/summit/registration-2015-washington-bike-summit/
Lodgings and Accommodations
We have a block of rooms at the Governor Hotel, just a short ride or walk from the state capitol and Olympia's inviting downtown with hundreds of unique local shops, restaurants, and galleries. Book now for the special conference rate of $109.
We're working to line up homestays; you can indicate on the registration form if you're interested in utilizing a homestay if available or hosting if you live in the Olympia area.
Many Thanks to Our Sponsors
Sponsored by Cascade Bicycle Club, Group Health, Washington State Dept. of Transportation, REI, and SRAM.
eridani
(51,907 posts)At the last one I attended, one of the organizers said that Seattle was different from their other venues in two ways.
1. People who sign up always show up, so they never overbook.
2. During personal introductions, it's very common to identify yourself by stating which state legislative district you are from
http://www.wellstone.org/events/camp-wellstone-seattle-wa-0
Camp Wellstone is open to anyone interested in gaining practical skills in progressive political action. During Camp Wellstone, we provide focus areas based on your role in progressive organizing, each with a distinctive curriculum taught by some of the nation's leading experts in grassroots politics and organizing.
Camp Wellstone always takes place over the weekend. The schedule is: 3pm - 9pm Friday, April 10th. 9am - 6:30pm Saturday, April 11th. 9am - 3:30pm Sunday, April 12th.
Registration is now open!
You register by choosing one of three tracks below, that you will stay with throughout the weekend (click the green track names to register!)
Grassroots Organizer Track: How to win on grassroots organizing issues
Working on a Campaign Track: How to win progressive campaigns as a campaign worker or volunteer
Being a Candidate Track: How to run and win a progressive campaign, for those running for office or considering running in the future
Not sure which track you want to attend? Learn more about them here.
Registration Fees
The cost to attend is your choice of registration fee of either $150 or $300. We believe in training everyone, regardless of income – so while the true cost of Camp Wellstone is actually greater than $300, we strive to keep our trainings affordable for progressive leaders at all income levels – and we look to you to decide what’s fair, based on your personal circumstances. If you cannot pay either of these fees, please contact Mysti, to discuss scholarship options. No matter the level you choose, the benefits are the same (training, customized materials, one of our books, and 3 meals during the weekend).
Training Location and Details
The exact location for the camp has not yet been confirmed. Once it has this page will be updated. Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging accommodations.
More details about camp will be sent in the confirmation email - which is sent to all registered participants 10-12 days before camp.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Today we are faced with the most threatening Congressional majority women’s rights activists have seen in decades. The very first week of this Congress, this majority wasted no time trying to further limit a women’s right to choose. We need your help to fight back.
Wendy Davis is a national champion for women’s health. She floored the country when she filibustered on the floor of the Texas Senate to block an archaic attempt to eliminate women’s access to healthcare in Texas, and later was the Democratic nominee for Governor in 2014. Join us in hearing a courageous fighter for women's health, rights, and justice!
For questions, call (206) 328-2969 or email rachel@newmanpartners.com.
Wednesday, May 6, 2014
12:00pm - 1:30pm
WHERE
Washington State Convention Center-Skybridge
800 Convention Place
Seattle, WA 98101
eridani
(51,907 posts)CALL TO ACTION FEBRUARY 17!
TPP –The death of good paying jobs and healthy environment.
The Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) is a multi-national trade agreement being negotiated behind closed doors by the very corporations who interests stand to benefit the most from Its passage. Even Congress does not know what is being wheeled and dealed, let alone the American people. If allowed to pass the TPP would:
Allow corporations to outsource more jobs overseas, making America’s race-to-the-bottom even worse because US workers would have to compete for jobs with desperate Asian Pacific workers who are paid just pennies per hour.
Create a special dispute resolution process that would allow corporations to challenge any domestic laws that would hurt their expected profits, which means…
The American peoples’ ability to protect the environment from corporate mis-doings would be nullified.
…and much more.
FEBRUARY 17 / MT VERNON, TACOMA, OLYMPIA
Please join the Sierra Club, 350.org, Community 2 Community, Teamsters, ILWU, WA State Labor Council
Let’s Roll! The debate over “Fast Track” legislation for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and other pending trade deals is coming to a head right now. Several Members of Congress from the Pacific Northwest remain undecided on this critical issue and need to hear from you!
To voice opposition against the disastrous impacts Fast Track would have on the Pacific Northwest’s economy, environment and public health, the Washington Fair Trade Coalition and our allies in the labor, environmental, public health and human rights movements are getting on a bus called the “Blue-Green Machine” for an action-packed day of rallies, press events and briefings that need your support.
9:30am — Rep. DelBene: Stand with Washington against Fast Track!
204 W. Montgomery St, Mount Vernon, WA
Constituents rally against Fast Track at the office of Congresswoman Suzan DelBene for Washington's food suppliers, good-paying jobs, and a healthy environment.
2:30pm — Rep. Kilmer: Port Workers Oppose Fast Track, Will You?
(Fireman's Park, A St. & S 9th St; Tacoma, WA
A press event and rally overlooking the Port of Tacoma with port workers and other constituents denouncing the Trans-Pacific Partnership and calling on Congressman Derek Kilmer to oppose Fast Track
6:30pm — Briefing on the TPP’s Threat to Washington State Sovereignty
(Labor Council Building, 966 Columbia St NW, Suite 330, Olympia, WA
For more information and to volunteer please contact: Gillian Locascio gillian@washingtonfairtrade.org 206.227.3079 To learn more about the TPP visit sierraclub.org/Trade or washingtonfairtrade.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)February is shaping up to be an active month with lots of events, including a speaking tour with David Cobb, from Move to Amend National and some fun events with Hip Hop Congress. We hope you can come out to join us for one or more of these exciting and informative activities, and bring a friend too!
David Cobb MTA Barnstorming Tour
Come see Move to Amend spokesperson David Cobb and learn how you can get involved in the campaign to end corporate personhood and demand real democracy! David Cobb, a fiery speaker and former Green Party presidential candidate, is touring Washington state this month to give his talk on, “The Politics for a New America." Part history lesson and part heart-felt call-to-action, David will tell the story of how corporations gained constitutional rights, how big money has taken over our elections, and how we can win our democracy back.
Representatives from WAmend will provide updates on the latest efforts to put an initiative on the 2016 statewide ballot. Admission is free and open to the general public. These talks are made possible by the generous donations of event attendees.
Who is David Cobb? https://movetoamend.org/spokespeople
Sunday, February 8th - 2-4 pm
Port Angeles Senior & Community Center
328 E 7th St., Port Angeles, WA
w/ MTA Clallam County
Sunday, February 8th - 7:15-9 pm
Port Townsend Community Center
620 Tyler St, Port Townsend, WA
w/ MTA Jefferson County
Monday, February 9th - 7-9pm
Home of Joe Szwaja & Debra Morrison
2021 NE 75th St, Seattle, WA
w/ Green Party of Washington - Limited Space
PLEASE RSVP to Dave Jette - dave@jettes.org
Wednesday, February 11th - 7-9 pm
Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Church Main Hall
8109 224th St SW, Edmonds, WA
w/ MTA Greater Seattle
Thursday, February 12th - 7-9 pm
Traditions Cafe,
300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA
w/ MTA Thurston County
Monday, February 16th - 7-9 pm
Colville Ag Center
317 W Astor St, Colville, WA
w/ Spokane Move to Amend the Const. (SMAC)
Wednesday, February 18th - 7-9 pm
Spokane City Council Chambers
City Hall Lower Lever
808 W Spokane Fall Blvd, Spokane, WA
w/ Spokane Move to Amend the Const. (SMAC)
Thursday, February 19th - 7-9 pm
w/ SPECIAL Guest - Edgar Franks
Elks Lodge
710 Samish Way, Bellingham, WA
w/ MTA Whatcom County
eridani
(51,907 posts)When:
March 7, 2015 at 8:00am to
March 8, 2015 at 1:00pm
Where:
Northgate Community Center map 10510 5th Avenue Northeast Seattle, WA 98125
Contact:
koehler.fran@gmail.com
2015 Greater Pacific Northwest
Regional Conference
and
Introductory Group Start Workshop
Citizens’ Climate Lobby is creating the political will for a stable climate by empowering individuals to experience breakthroughs in exercising their personal and political power. At the Greater Pacific Northwest Regional Conference, we will gather to learn and grow in our ability to connect with others to forward the goal of meaningful national climate legislation. Our focus will be on “Connecting with Concerned Harvesters,” those in our region who make their living through fisheries, farms and forests. By connecting with these groups, we can better engage our local communities in supporting the goal of a stable climate.
You are welcome whether you’ve been in CCL for years, or have never attended a CCL meeting. Our best people will share their knowledge and experience with you. There will be an introductory group start workshop for people new to CCL or who have not previously attended one.
https://donate.citizensclimateeducationcorp.org/seattle/events/greater-pacific-northwest-regional-conference/e41679
eridani
(51,907 posts)WHEN
Tuesday, March 10th 2015
Noon - 1:00pm
WHERE
Seattle City Hall
Bertha Knight Landes Room
600 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
We think transit is awesome and people want more buses and trains. But don't just take our word for it! There's new polling and market research to prove it.
Join TCC and TransitCenter for our second TransitTalk of the year. Here's what we have lined up.
* A new national transit attitudes report with TransitCenter.
* Local pollsters EMC Research will walk us through polling trends and the latest polling for transit in the Puget Sound region.
* A discussion with local leaders on what this means for the future of transit in the region.
TransitTalks, presented by Transportation Choices, are a series of lunchtime discussions that dig into hot-button transportation issues we face across the state and region.
Space is limited, please let us know you'll be there!
Kate Whiting
Outreach Director
eridani
(51,907 posts)Jewish Voice for Peace
When Governments Fail, Citizens Respond: Join Us!
GAZA UDPDATE & FUNDRAISER
Saturday evening, February 21st
7:00 pm
Tacoma Urban League
2550 South Yakima Ave
Tacoma
SEE the film The War Around Us
TALK with ER doctor, recently returned from Gaza
SKYPE with UNRWA representative in Jerusalem
6:30 pm: Socializing and Hors D'oeuvres
7:00 pm: Film
CAN'T COME BUT WANT TO DONATE? Do it here and have your donation included in the grand total being raised in Tacoma/Pierce County:
www.UNRWAusa.org/Tacoma
eridani
(51,907 posts)Speak Up for Affordable Housing in Shoreline
It should be possible for working people to afford housing and still have enough money for
the basics like groceries and gas and child care. Unfortunately, rents and home prices in
Shoreline are out of reach for many families and individuals earning low and modest incomes.
Inclusionary housing policies, such as incentive zoning (IZ), offer Shoreline an opportunity
to meet the needs of its residents and workforce efficiently in partnership with developers.
This is particularly important as Shoreline grows and welcomes Light Rail.
The Shoreline City Council is currently working on incentive zoning policies. If you live or
work in Shoreline, now is the time speak up and we have not one, but two great ways for you
to accomplish this!
1. Testify at an upcoming City Council meeting
The Shoreline City Council is scheduled to adopt its incentive zoning program on Monday,
February 23rd (7pm, Shoreline City Hall). We know public speaking can cause anxiety for many
of us, but don't worry, we're here to help you every step of the way. It is just that
important for city council members to hear what you have to say! If you are interested in
testifying, please contact Kayla Schott-Bresler for more details.kayla@housingconsortium.org
2. Email the Shoreline City Council
http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50287/p/dia/action3/common/public/?action_KEY=15298
Running short on time? We've made it simple for you! Please send an email, crafted by HDC,
urging the City to pass strong affordable housing policies and ensure people of all incomes
can thrive in Shoreline. Remember, personal messages are the most effective, so if you have
a few extra moments please tailor your e-mail: it makes all the difference!
Make Your Voice Heard in Bellevue!
Care about affordable housing in Bellevue? Then make your voice heard and tell the City you
support strong affordable housing policies in the Comprehensive Plan! Tomorrow, February
13th, Bellevue will begin an online open house to share a copy of its Comprehensive Plan and
collect feedback - if you live or work in Bellevue, be sure to take a look and participate!
If in-person meetings are more your style, you may also choose to attend one of two upcoming
Open Houses listed below:
Open House
February 25, 5 - 7pm
Bellevue City Hall
450 110th Ave NE
Open House
February 26, 5 - 7pm
Interlake High School
16245 NE 24th St, Bellevue, WA 98008
Planning Commission Public Hearing
March 4, 6:30pm
Bellevue City Hall
450 110th Ave NE
Remember, you don't have to be an expert to communicate your vision of an affordable
community; simply standing up and saying you support affordable housing has a huge impact.
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eridani
(51,907 posts)On December 3rd, Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant and three minimum-wage activists were charged with disorderly conduct in the wake of their November 19th arrest for protesting Alaska Airlines' efforts to avoid paying its Seattle-Tacoma International Airport workers a $15/hour minimum wage.
Councilmember Sawant remarked, "Alaska Airlines should be on trial, not the workers who are fighting for their basic rights and for their families! Alaska Airlines is blocking a democratic decision by SeaTac voters, blatantly violating the law, and paying its workers a poverty wage while hoarding massive profits."
Please join us for the arraignment hearing tomorrow:
This Thursday February 19 at 1pm
SeaTac City Hall (parking lot), 4800 South 188th Street #100
SeaTac, WA 98188
We'll rally outside the courthouse and hear from the "SeaTac 3" - Councilmember Kshama Sawant, Socrates Bravo, and Rev. John Helmiere. Bring friends and family, and show your support by wearing your red 15 Now t-shirt at the hearing.
eridani
(51,907 posts)This past week, a string of oil train derailments, explosions, and spills across North America dumped pollutants into waterways and neighborhoods; made a mockery of newer and 'safer" tank car models; and underlined the utter madness of transporting Bakken crude and tar sands oil by rail. In response to these latest disasters, 350 Seattle is organizing a rally on Tuesday, near King Street Station.
The rally will take place at 5:30 PM outside the southern entrance to a hundred year-old rail tunnel that extends one mile beneath downtown Seattle. Oil trains currently roll through this tunnel on a daily basis.
We are at ground zero. The developers of the Alberta tar sands, the Bakken oil fields and the Powder River Basin are focused on the Northwest as the cheapest route to reach markets for their crude oil and coal. In the last few years, industry has proposed two large oil pipelines, five new natural gas pipelines, seven coal export terminals, and nearly a dozen oil-by-rail facilities in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia. And now, the Port of Seattle has agreed to be home to Artic drilling machinery. If all is permitted, some communities in Washington would see up to 60 trains carrying crude oil and coal, and an unprecedented 4,000 tankers on waters.
We need to keep saying NO to this unhealthy insanity and YES to clean energy.
Please join us in expressing our profound opposition to oil trains in Seattle and a future that builds out projects that continue our use of global warming causing fuels like oil and coal.
Wear red, and bring your own home-made signs if you'd like; there will also be opportunities to hold oil train props and LED lit letters with the message: NO OIL TRAINS ~ NOT UNDER OUR CITY.
Rally: No oil trains! ~ Not Under Our City
Tuesday February 24th, 5:30 PM
4th Ave. and S. Jackson St, across from King Street Station, Seattle
eridani
(51,907 posts)We have trouble putting out today's fires–
let alone planning for tomorrow's.
Our open spaces are shrinking–
as fast as our attention spans.
We're hoping to leave a healthy place for our kids–
one they'll be able to afford.
No one said sustaining this region would be easy–
and it isn't.
But our love for this place makes anything possible–
it's time.
Tuesday, May 19th from 7:30- 9 a.m. (check-in at 7 am)
at the Washington State Convention Center
eridani
(51,907 posts)There has been a surge in hate crimes against the LGBTQ community on Capitol Hill and in Seattle in general. Harassment and verbal and physical intimidation is on the rise, as well. We need to have a serious and genuine conversation about this problem, and we need to find solutions.
Our Capitol Hill community has long been a bastion of the LGBTQ struggle. Join me at a community forum on Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00PM at the All Pilgrims Christian Church to help carry on that struggle. We’ll hear testimony from various LGBTQ activists, together with human service providers and social justice advocates.
Danni Askini, Executive Director of the Gender Justice League, will moderate an amazing list of speakers that includes:
Zach Pullin – Capitol Hill Community Council, Acting President
Lils Fujikawa – API Chaya, Queer Network Program Coordinator
Raven E. Heavy Runner – Northwest Two-Spirit Society, MSW, Acting Co-Chair
Christie Santos-Livengood – Entre Hermanos, former Women’s Program Manager
Shaun Knittel – Social Outreach Seattle, President & Founder; Seattle Gay News Associate Editor
Marta Idowu – Seattle Office for Civil Rights, Seattle LGBT Commission Liaison
I will be present to listen to the speakers and community, and to add LGBTQ-relevant perspectives on housing, human services, transit, and overall affordability and livability on Capitol Hill and in our city.
Let’s begin a conversation to find bold and lasting solutions to address this crisis. Join the struggle!
Sincerely,
Kshama
What: Public Forum to Discuss Hate Crimes against the LGBTQ Community
Where: All Pilgrims Christian Church, Stuart Hall, 500 Broadway E
When: Tuesday, March 3rd, 7:00PM
There has been a surge in hate crimes against the LGBTQ community on Capitol Hill and in Seattle in general. Harassment and verbal and physical intimidation is on the rise, as well. We need to have a serious and genuine conversation about this problem, and we need to find solutions.
Our Capitol Hill community has long been a bastion of the LGBTQ struggle. Join me at a community forum on Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00PM at the All Pilgrims Christian Church to help carry on that struggle. We’ll hear testimony from various LGBTQ activists, together with human service providers and social justice advocates.
Danni Askini, Executive Director of the Gender Justice League, will moderate an amazing list of speakers that includes:
Zach Pullin – Capitol Hill Community Council, Acting President
Lils Fujikawa – API Chaya, Queer Network Program Coordinator
Raven E. Heavy Runner – Northwest Two-Spirit Society, MSW, Acting Co-Chair
Christie Santos-Livengood – Entre Hermanos, former Women’s Program Manager
Shaun Knittel – Social Outreach Seattle, President & Founder; Seattle Gay News Associate Editor
Marta Idowu – Seattle Office for Civil Rights, Seattle LGBT Commission Liaison
I will be present to listen to the speakers and community, and to add LGBTQ-relevant perspectives on housing, human services, transit, and overall affordability and livability on Capitol Hill and in our city.
Let’s begin a conversation to find bold and lasting solutions to address this crisis. Join the struggle!
Sincerely,
Kshama
What: Public Forum to Discuss Hate Crimes against the LGBTQ Community
Where: All Pilgrims Christian Church, Stuart Hall, 500 Broadway E
When: Tuesday, March 3rd, 7:00PM
eridani
(51,907 posts)~ "Pay2Play: Democracy's High Stakes" - West Seattle Meaningful Movies
Saturday, March 7 - 7-9pm
High Point Neighborhood House, 6400 Sylvan Way SW, Seattle
~ “Corruption in Politics and You the Voter” - FREE Public Community Forum
Saturday, March 7 - 9:30am - Noon
First United Methodist Church of Tacoma, 621 Tacoma Avenue S, Tacoma
Panelists Sam Reed, former Secretary of State; Brian Sonntag, former State Auditor will present Washington’s election process and the work for “open government.” Hosted by: RAD Team Tacoma, League of Women Voters of Tacoma-Pierce County, Fix Democracy First!, Represent.US & WAmend! For more information please contact: Diane Tilstra, Co-Facilitator - mdtilstra@aol.com
~ Eastside King County WAmend Volunteer Meeting
Monday, March 9th - 7pm
Bellevue Library, 1111 110th Ave NE, Bellevue
Meet our new Campaign Director - Gabe Meyer and learn more about our upcoming initiative and how to get involved. We will also continue organizing neighborhood/area teams and matching volunteers together.
~ South King County WAmend Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, March 10 - 7pm
Rainier Beach United Methodist Church, 5500 South Roxbury Street, Seattle
We will continue organizing neighborhood/area teams and matching volunteers together, as well as coming up with ideas for best locations and times to gather signatures, special events, assign tasks, etc.
~ Drinking Liberally Redmond Meeting
Tuesday, March 10 - 7pm
POMBAR (adjacent to Pomegranate Restaurant), 18005 NE 68th Street, Redmond
WAmend Guest Speakers: Gabe Meyer, WAmend Campaign Director & Jonathan Tong, MTA Greater Seattle
~ Chris Hedges Speaking Event in Spokane - WAGES OF REBELLION: The Moral Imperative of Revolt - Tuesday March 10 - 7pm
Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, Spokane
Tickets are $18 in advance (available from PJALS) or $20 at the door.
Peace and Justice Action League will be hosting Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and writer Chris Hedges in Spokane! This event is co-hosted by SMAC - Spokane Moves to Amend the Constitution and the Peace and Justice League of Spokane.
~ North Seattle Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, March 17 - 7pm
Wedgewood Presbyterian Church, 8008 35th Avenue Northeast, Seattle
Meet our new Campaign Director - Gabe Meyer and learn more about our upcoming initiative and how to get involved. We will also continue organizing neighborhood/area teams and matching volunteers together.
~ Citizen University Annual Conference
Friday, March 20th - 5:30-9pm & Saturday, March 21st - 8am-5:30pm
Seattle Center - Fisher Pavillon & The Armory
This annual national conference brings together hundreds of change makers, activists, and catalysts to learn about power, build their networks, and recharge their sense of purpose. This year's theme is Citizen Power!
~ Peace & Economic Justice Action Conference
Friday, March 20th - 6-8:30pm & Saturday, March 21st - 7:30am-5pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Spokane, 4340 W. Ft. Wright Drive, Spokane
The goal of the conference is for participants to leave with a deeper understanding of patterns of unequal power relations, locally and globally, greater confidence and sharper skills to take creative and strategic action, and increase commitment to ACT! Sponsored by the Peace and Justice League of Spokane.
eridani
(51,907 posts)No, really. There are FIVE different trainings coming up in the next SIX WEEKS.
For more information about these trainings and to register for ours, visit our website at www.progressivemajoritywa.org/trainings.
Outside of the Puget Sound (All hosted by Progressive Majority WA)
March 14 - Yakima, FREE
March 28 - Longview, FREE
April 4 - Spokane, FREE
Puget Sound (All hosted by partner organizations)
March 5, 28 & April 11 - School Board Leaders for the Future, Seattle, FREE
March 14 - Campaign Training for Women (National Women's Political Caucus-WA), Tukwila, fee-based
April 10-12 - Camp Wellstone, Seattle, fee-based
As you know, our support for potential candidates doesn't end at our trainings!
Now is also the perfect time to start your application to join our "farm team" – our candidate recruitment and development program– where we work with future elected leaders to get them ready to run! This is also the first step toward endorsement by our PAC for campaign support for declared candidates.
Start your application today - and encourage your favorite potential candidate to do so as well - by going to www.progressivemajoritywa.org/run.
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Port of Seattle recently signed a lease with Shell Oil to allow the company to base its Arctic drilling operations in Seattle. There were no public hearings, no comment period, and seemingly, no consideration for the values of the Puget Sound residents.
Drilling for oil as the Arctic ice melts is like pouring gas on the fire of catastrophic climate change. A new study in Nature confirms that if we want to have any hope to avoid the most catastrophic impacts from global warming, we can’t allow oil drilling in the Arctic, or other forms of extreme fossil fuel development.
In other words, we can either let Shell drill in the Arctic, or we can leave our kids a planet fit for human civilization. We can’t do both.
It’s bad enough that Shell would knowingly undo our future this way. But using Seattle as the staging area for this madness? That’s adding insult to injury. Seattle and King County is justifiably proud of our leadership on climate and clean energy. We’re standing up to the coal and oil industry by rejecting their terminal proposals. We’re pioneering sustainable prosperity-the antidote to climate disruption. Our Port of Seattle has made significant investments in clean energy and climate, at times living up to its tagline as “The Green Gateway." It makes no sense to sacrifice the Port’s credibility only to help Shell unleash huge amounts of carbon that need to stay out of the atmosphere.
Please help us deliver this message to Shell and the Port of Seattle: Not here. Not us. No gosh darn way.
The Port Commissioners will meet this Tuesday to discuss this proposal and we plan to pack the house. Please join us, wear red and say NO WAY.
What: Port Commissioner hearing
When: Tues. March 10, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Where:Sea-Tac Conference Center (Inside the airport, 17801 International Blvd, RM 6012M)
Wear: RED
We recommend taking the Light Rail or other public transit to the meeting, but if you need to drive, the Port of Seattle will validate your parking.
Please RSVP to me, and I will forward you talking points that may be helpful in composing public testimony. You are also very welcome to attend in solidarity.
Want to do more? Please send an email to the Seattle City Council at: council@seattle.gov asking them to “please urge the Port to rescind the lease between Shell and the Port.”
Spread the word on Facebook.
Hope to see you Tuesday!
Joelle Robinson
Field Director
eridani
(51,907 posts)This Saturday, we're hosting a public forum in Tacoma to discuss political corruption, and we'd love to see you there!
What: “Corruption in Politics and You, the Voter” FREE Public Forum
When: Saturday March 7th, 9:30am-noon
Where: First United Methodist Church of Tacoma - 621 Tacoma Avenue South
RSVP: Email Diane Tilstra at mdtilstra@aol.com
Join us for an evening of great conversation, where experts will discuss the issues facing our city, county, and state; as well as the actions we can take to solve them.
Panelists include Sam Reed, former WA Secretary of State, and Brian Sonntag, former WA State Auditor. The panel is being presented by RAD (Restore the American Dream) Team Tacoma, the League of Women Voters of Tacoma-Pierce County, Fix Democracy First, and Represent.Us.
RAD Team Tacoma is an affiliate of Represent.Us, and together, we are working to support the American Anti-Corruption Act in Tacoma and Pierce County. But, we can’t do it on our own -- we need YOU to help us by joining our local chapter. Together we can stop political corruption and return to an America that is of, by, and for the people.
See you on Saturday,
Diane
Diane Tilstra
Co-Facilitator
RAD Team Tacoma
eridani
(51,907 posts)Please join us at Town Hall on March 11th at 7:00pm for Reining in the Surveillance Society with National ACLU Principal Technologist Chris Soghoian. Dubbed the “Ralph Nader for the Internet Age” by Wired and “the most prominent of a new breed of activist technology researchers” by the Economist, Christopher Soghoian works at the intersection of technology, law, and policy. Soghoian's research has shed significant light on the use of sophisticated surveillance technologies by U.S. law enforcement agencies, exposing such techniques to public debate and criticism.
Chris, now with the ACLU’s Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, explains how new technologies threaten freedom, and what advocates can do to control their use.
Tickets are free, but please RSVP.
https://www.aclu.org/tech2015
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Kathleen Taylor
Executive Director
t 206.624.2184 ext. 211
901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 630
Seattle, WA 98164
www.aclu-wa.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Signs of spring are everywhere and it’s hard not to anticipate the eventual arrival of summer!
And speaking of summer, this year’s Summer Swell is going to be an extra special occasion! We are proud to announce that we are partnering with Ray’s. A longtime advocate for the Sound and purveyor of local and sustainable seafood, they are the perfect fit for this event.
Please mark your calendars for 6:00pm on Thursday, May 28th at Ray’s. Registration information will follow shortly!
Each year at Summer Swell, we celebrate the Sound, on the Sound. It is a wonderful way to kick off summer while supporting the health of our Puget Sound. All gifts made at this event will help fund the People For Puget Sound Program at WEC.
We are excited to host this event at such a beloved Seattle establishment. The evening will be full of spectacular views, specialty dishes prepared by Ray’s, drinks, and a lively program.
If you’re ready to get out on the Sound this summer, start by making sure the Sound is protected by joining us at Summer Swell!
See you in May,
Minta
Minta Crafts
Events Manager
PS - For information on becoming a Summer Swell sponsor, contact Erin Miller at erin@wecprotects.org or (206) 631-2629.
eridani
(51,907 posts)King County Metro is launching its big long range plan to develop a vision and plan for transit for the next 25 years. With Seattle and King County growing rapidly, there's never been a better time to think big and bold for what our transit network could look like. Learn from a panel of experts and share your ideas at the visioning workshop.
WHAT: Metro Visioning Workshop
WHEN: Tuesday, March 31, 6:00-8:00pm
WHERE: Seattle Central Library, Microsoft Auditorium
Join local experts Rebecca Saldana, Jarrett Walker and Mark Hallenback for a discussion on our transit future moderated by Rita Bogan.
Share your ideas at the breakout sessions on topics such as equity, funding and more.
Can't make it? Make sure to weigh in with this survey and share your thoughts with Metro.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RPN8V6D
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Seattle AWIS Monthly Programming Series presents: “Non-Traditional Roles in Education”
April 15th, 2015 • 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Is it possible to stay in higher education without becoming a faculty member?
Seeking an industry job is great for people who want to continue their research careers beyond the tenure track,but what about those of us who are passionate about education? Our panelists will discuss their roles and pathsto non-traditional roles in higher education that offer greater stability than adjuncting. Please join Seattle AWISas we explore how to leverage your background as a scientist into a fulfilling career in education.
Our distinguished panelists are:
Naomi Bogenschutz, Ph.D., Program Manager, University of Washington Professional & Continuing Education
Stephanie Diemel, M.S., Learning Faculty-in-Residence, Professor of Physics and Astronomy, Shoreline Community College
Michèle Royer, Ph.D., Research and Evaluation Specialist, Bellevue College
Event Schedule:
6:00pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30pm – Panel Discussion
7:45pm – Networking
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
*Free Visitor Parking
As parking will be a challenge tonight. There is Free Parking in front and side of Thomas Building and in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA).
All AWIS meetings are FREE and open to both members and non-members, both men and women!
eridani
(51,907 posts)We hope you can join us for our Climate Solutions 7th Annual Breakfast on Monday, May 4, 7:30am-9am - a not-to-miss fundraiser event that will inspire and bring together leaders from all sectors of the clean energy economy, environmental advocates, and elected officials.
We are excited to announce that Mindy S. Lubber, from Ceres will be our keynote speaker.
Mindy S. Lubber President and a founding board member of Ceres
Mindy S. Lubber is the president and a founding board member of Ceres. Ceres is the premier national organization with the mission of mobilizing investor and business leadership to build a thriving, sustainable global economy. She also directs Ceres’ Investor Network on Climate Risk (INCR), a group of 100 institutional investors managing nearly $10 trillion in assets focused on the business risks and opportunities of climate change. More...
Come network with your peers, celebrate our growth and hear about Climate Solutions' goals to build a stronger foundation for our region's clean economy.
Individual registration is $100/person and includes a seated breakfast. Click on the registration link to register.
All of our events have been tremendous successes thanks to our sponsors, table captains, guests, and volunteers.
With your help we can build on that success this year.
eridani
(51,907 posts)You are cordially invited to
Join us for a special evening of gourmet food, drinks and celebration! The night will be filled with a petite live auction, fun games, live music, the ever popular Golden Ticket Raffle and a photo booth to capture all the fun!
FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH
7:00 – 10:00 pm • Registration opens at 6:30
415 Westlake
415 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Standard ticket $75
Complimentary Parking • Champagne Reception • 1 drink ticket for wine or beer
VIP Ticket $100*
Standard Ticket Benefits with upgraded drink ticket for a Signature Cocktail • Express Registration and Check Out • Entry in exclusive raffle • Gift Bag • Cocktail Tray
*VIP tickets are limited.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Sunday, April 12th from 3-5 pm
$5-15 Suggested Donation
(No one turned away for lack of funds)
Coffee Strong, 15107 Union Ave SW, Lakewood, WA
www.coffeestrong.org
(253) 581-1565
Coffee Strong invites you to Celebrate People’s History: Iraq Veterans Against the War - Ten Years of Fighting for Peace and Justice.This portfolio project celebrates Iraq Veterans Against the War’s (IVAW) ten year history. It features contributions from IVAW members, Justseeds Artists' Cooperative members, along with allied veterans, artists and writers. It highlights key ideas, moments, projects, tactics, and individuals from IVAW history in order to uplift IVAW's ongoing struggle, inspire others to take action, and preserve the movement’s history for future generations.
Join us April 12th from 3-5pm at Coffee Strong to view the portfolio and celebrate
Iraq Veterans Against the War -
Ten Years of Fighting for Peace and Justice.
This interactive gallery opening and teach-in will include IVAW member and Justseeds artist, Aaron Hughes as well as many local IVAW members and allies. Together we will share stories, learn and reflect on our collective history of resistance and ongoing organizing to end war.
Celebrate People’s History: Iraq Veterans Against the War - Ten Years of Fighting for Peace and Justicewill remain on display at Coffee Strong during normal business hours (M-F, 11-2). Select prints from this new portfolio will be available for sale at Coffee Strong
eridani
(51,907 posts)Creating progressive change takes more than just one election or legislative session. It takes hard work, smart investments, and long-term commitment. That’s why Fuse continues to be In the Market for Change and invites you to our fourth annual spring fundraising event on May 13th, 2015!
Please join us for a fun evening of political "comedy from the Great Northleft." We’ll be featuring local comedians as well as Northwest food, wine, and beer. We hope you can join us as we bring together political leaders, activists, community members and more for an evening in support of progress and positive political change.
Space is limited — Click here to purchase your tickets!
Fuse - In the Market for Change
May 13, 2015 at 6:00 pm
Melrose Market Studios (Lower Level)
1532 Minor Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
Whether it's increasing the minimum wage, fighting Arctic oil drilling, or increasing transparency and accountability in our elections, we're In the Market for Change at Fuse. But we can’t do it without you. We rely on activists like you to fuel our work and create progressive change in Washington every day. Will you join us on May 13 for a fun evening with friends to support our work?
You can contact me directly at jamie@fusewashington.org or (206) 420-0133 ext. 121 if you have any questions.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Sign-up for Saturday's 1pm training to experience the Puget Sound in a more intimate way and practice getting in and out of your kayak, and assisting in the rescue of others.
stranger cover page kayaktivistsUpcoming Kayak Water Safety
Many have expressed a desire to get out on the water to directly confront these symbols of climate destruction and we want you to be as safe as possible if and when you do.
When: Thursday, April 9th @ 5 PM
Where: Alki Kayak Tours, 1660 Harbor Ave SW, 98126
When: Saturday, April 11th @ 10 AM
Where: Alki Kayak Tours, 1660 Harbor Ave SW, 98126
When: Saturday, April 4th @ 1 PM
Where: Alki Kayak Tours, 1660 Harbor Ave SW, 98126
Training By Donation! (Includes 2 Hours of Kayak Rental)
If you have any questions contact Bill@backbonecampaign.org or call 206-356-9980
Sign-up at sHellNo.org
Non-Violent Direct Action and Spokescouncil organizing
If you haven't registered for the 2-day Direct Action and Blockades training on April 18/19, you can do so here: http://goo.gl/forms/FoUeUV0Ksc
Day 1 will be an introduction to non-violent resistance tactics, roles and planning - infused with physical roleplays and practice in blockading tactics, de-esclation and quick decision making in small and large groups.
Day 2 will be composed of breakout groups focusing on specific technical skills including: Technical Blockades, Climbing and Ariel Blockades, Action Scouting, Legal and Jail Support.
The training is sequential so we expect Day 2 participants to have attended Day 1 - or to contact us if you cannot.
Thanks for being AWESOME!
PS: Recruit your friends to be equally AWESOME!
eridani
(51,907 posts)David Korten, author of When Corporations Rule the World will speak on Wednesday, April 22, at 7:00 p.m. in Seattle University's Pigott auditorium. Join Fix Democracy First and other co-sponsors to hear Korten discuss the need for a new story. His brand new book, Change the Story, Change the Future - a Living Economy for a Living Earth, makes the case for when we get our story wrong, we get our future wrong. Because Korten contends that money has become humanity's defining value, and Fix Democracy First! envisions a democracy that is not controlled by money, we encourage your attendance at this event.
eridani
(51,907 posts)We have trouble putting out today's fires–
let alone planning for tomorrow's.
Our open spaces are shrinking–
as fast as our attention spans.
We're hoping to leave a healthy place for our kids–
one they'll be able to afford.
No one said sustaining this region would be easy–
and it isn't.
But our love for this place makes anything possible–
it's time.
Tuesday, May 19th from 7:30- 9 a.m. (check-in at 7 am)
at the Washington State Convention Center
eridani
(51,907 posts)You are cordially invited to have an absolute blast while supporting Planned Parenthood this spring!
Join us on Monday, May 11 at the Pike Brewery in Seattle for the annual Northwest Women in Beer event, benefiting Planned Parenthood.
This unique (21+) event - part of Seattle Beer Week - is an opportunity for you to sample a staggering (no pun intended) selection of beers from local, woman-owned breweries - along with goods from local distilleries, wineries, restaurants, cheese makers, bakers and chocolatiers! Tickets are going fast — get yours today!
Your ticket purchase will directly benefit Planned Parenthood patients in your community, ensuring that all people have access to essential reproductive health care - no matter what.
We can't wait to see you there! http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1375135
eridani
(51,907 posts)Six volunteers just spent 123 hours on one of Shell’s drilling rigs to shine a light on the company’s plans to drill in the Arctic. That same Shell drilling rig arrived in Washington yesterday — and now all eyes are on the people of Seattle.
It’s time we draw the line — Seattle won’t stand for Arctic drilling!
When the Port of Seattle made the deal to host Shell's Arctic drilling rigs this January, they hoped it would go unnoticed. Instead, thousands of your emails, phone calls, and in-person testimonials have built pressure for the Port of Seattle to tear up Shell’s lease. We won't stop until Shell is out of Seattle: the future depends on us.
Together, we must show Shell and the Port of Seattle that we will not stand for Arctic drilling. Join us Sunday, April 26, for a peaceful demonstration in Seattle to say SHELL NO to Arctic drilling.
Here are the details:
What
Shell No! Seattle Draws the Line
Family-friendly rally
When
Sunday, April 26 at 2 PM
Where
Myrtle Edwards Park
3130 Alaskan Way
Seattle, Washington 9812
We'll gather together at Myrtle Edwards Park to hear from inspiring speakers including Sundance Chief Rueben George, Annie Leonard of Greenpeace USA, and a star lineup of local climate justice speakers including Jill Mangaliman of Got Green and Sarra Tekola of Divest UW.
We'll present our commissioners with letters, photographs, and small art projects — all representing what we could lose if Shell’s climate-breaking plans go forward. And we will ask Port Commissioners to join us there. But if they don't, they'll still have proof of the fierce love and desire for justice that fuels us.
Join us April 26th to send a message to our commissioners: Shell No! Arctic oil must stay in the ground.
Like coal exports and exploding oil trains, Arctic oil drilling is extremely dangerous — and completely unnecessary. Shell’s drilling plans will devastate both the environment and peoples of the Arctic and communities already suffering effects of climate change: extreme weather, droughts, and sea-level rise.
It’s up to us stand up to corporate bullies like Shell that tell us there's no better way to power our world.
See you on April 26th,
Mary Nicol
Seattle Organizer, Greenpeace USA
P.S. Just yesterday, one of Shell's Arctic drilling rigs arrived in Washington. Join us in a rally to say Shell NO to Arctic drilling this Sunday, April 26th.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Saturday
at 9:30am
4 days from now · 60°F / 47°F Mostly Cloudy
Show Map
Washington State Capitol
416 Sid Snyder Avenue SW, Olympia WA, Olympia, Washington 98504
Do you believe we need lower class sizes now? Tell the legislature why.
Show up in support of lower class sizes.
The most powerful voice for our children is yours.
eridani
(51,907 posts)What is the future of public transportation in our region?
Come hear a panel of experts speak and share your own ideas on May 18 in Federal Way, and May 19 in Bellevue, as Metro hosts a discussion with community members to help shape the Long Range Public Transportation Plan.
Monday, May 18
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Federal Way Council Chambers
33325 8th Ave. S. Federal Way, WA 98003 (map)
Click here for more meeting details
Tuesday, May 19
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Bellevue College (map)
Cafeteria in the Student Union building (campus map)
3000 Landerholm Circle SE Bellevue, WA 98007
Click here for more meeting details
Meeting Format
6:00-6:30 p.m. Sign-in, meet and greet with staff and panelists, view information boards
6:30-7:30 p.m. Panel Discussion Hear a panel of local experts discuss the future of public transportation in our region and address questions from the audience.
7:30-8:00 p.m. Participate in a facilitated breakout discussion to share your ideas about the future of public transportation in King County
Have questions for the panel speakers? Submit them online at kcmetrovision.com . Your question may be selected for the speakers at these events.
eridani
(51,907 posts)In an historic sign of unity, tribes from across the region will call for putting an end to the threats of coal and oil to treaty-protected rights and sacred places. Leaders from the Lummi Nation and other tribal leaders from the Pacific Northwest will stand together to show that when it comes to coal and oil---none shall pass through our region and put our history, our environment and future generations at stake.
When: Thursday, May 14, 2015 6pm –9pm
Where: Golden Gardens Bath House in Seattle, WA
Singer and song-writer Chenoa Egawa of the Lummi Nation will begin the evening with the Honor Song. We will hear from Reuben George from Tseil Waututh First Nation, and will have a special guest speaker from Chile, Juan Pablo Orrego, Member of the Board of the International Rivers Network and founder of Ecosfera. The evening will end with the round drum honoring song.
This is an event not to be missed! RSVP today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-RCm9xGq9VLjCWNbYWr-bxhyv1nsu3VJ4VNT63tovqw/viewform
eridani
(51,907 posts)Join us for a beverage and some bike talk as we co-host a Bike Month Happy Hour with Cascade Bicycle Club tomorrow evening at our Pioneer Square office.
Nuu-Muu will be in our store with their made-in-America exercise dresses--perfect over bike shorts--and we have bike-themed gifts for any last minute gifts for your biking Mom for Mother's Day.
Thanks to Schooner Exact for supporting this event!
Bike Month Happy Hour
May 7, 5:30-7:30 PM
Washington Bikes
314 First Ave S in Seattle
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Seattle AWIS Monthly Programming Series presents: An interview with Rhonda Rhyne,
Medical Technology CEO, Board Director and Women's Leadership Author
May 20th, 2015 • 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
There are universal leadership skills you can develop in order to succeed in your desired career.
Our speaker serves as a role model and mentor to those in all stages of their career. She will share her
experiences and provide advice that can help make your career path less daunting and the journey more enjoyable.
Ms. Rhyne is author of “Keys to the Corner Office: Success Strategies for Women by Women”
Event Schedule:
6:00pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30pm – Introductions, Program
7:45pm – Networking and Dessert
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
*Free Visitor Parking
As parking will be a challenge tonight. There is Free Parking in front and side of Thomas Building
and in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA). See Map for Details
All AWIS meetings are FREE and open to both members and non-members, both men and women!
eridani
(51,907 posts)Seattle-area musicians are organizing for fair treatment.
Fair Trade Music is an effort by musicians to establish fair standards for their work in music clubs. It’s a modest first step. Twenty area venues have signed a Fair Trade Music pledge, promising to provide written performance agreements with transparency and accountability, and to resolve disagreements that may arise.
But unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Musicians face obstacles that other workers never do. They may have to “pay to play” or play for “zero minus expenses” – in other words, they bring the audience into a club, but the club has no obligation to pay the musicians anything. Often working without a written agreement of any kind, musicians may reach the end of the evening and find that they’re being paid less than agreed upon – or nothing at all.
Fair Trade Music, backed by American Federation of Musicians Local 76-493, is working to change the culture in Seattle’s music scene – to make Seattle’s claim to be a “Music City” real. And they’re getting support from not only the music community, but the larger community, as well.
Seattle City Councilmembers, Mayor Murray and the Director of the City Office of Film + Music have joined musicians, unions and labor leaders and others in the music industry in signing statements of support for Fair Trade Music goals. And tomorrow, the City Council’s Finance and Culture Committee will hold a brief public hearing on a resolution, sponsored by Councilmembers Mike O’Brien and Nick Licata, to declare May 20 th “Fair Trade Music Day” in Seattle. There will be testimony from area musician-activists, as well as Washington State Labor Council President Jeff Johnson.
If you can, please join us:
City Council hearing on
Fair Trade Music Day in Seattle
Wednesday, May 13th – 2:00 pm
Seattle City Hall
600 4th Avenue
City Council Chambers
eridani
(51,907 posts)June 20, 2015 4-8PM
http://www.duwamishtribe.org/events.html
Annual Duwamish Tribe Gala Dinner & Art Auction
"We are Still here!"
YOU ARE INVITED to join Duwamish Tribal Services for its 9th Annual Gala Dinner & Art Auction. This annual event is a celebration of contemporary and traditional culture of Seattle's First People, Chief Seattle's Duwamish Tribe. Your gifts will help maintain operations at the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center and provide tribal services. We thank you for recognizing the significant role that Seattle's First People play in the diversity and cultural richness of our community. Your support makes a difference! "We raise our hands to you!"
RSVP by credit card at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1418426
Tickets also available at the Tribal Office. Contact Cindy Williams at 206-431-1582 or by mail.
Doors open at 4:00 pm at the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Please join us for our 2015 Seattle Association for Women in Science Awards and Scholarship Fundraiser
We will be honoring Dr. Julie Overbaugh and Dr. Brandi Cossairt:
2015 Award for Scientific Advancement Award: Dr. Julie Overbaugh
2015 Award for Early Career Achievement: Dr. Brandi Cossairt
EVENT DETAILS: June 17, 2015 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm • The Landing at Northcut, Seattle, WA
5001 25th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Event Price:
Students - $20
AWIS Members - $30
Non-Members - $40
Table Package - $500
Registration site:brownpapertickets.com
Ticket price includes dinner, wine followed by a cash bar, dessert,
inspirational presentations by the awardees, and the opportunity to
expand your scientific community.
We are also accepting donations for our Undergraduate Scholarship Program. For every $ 5 dollars donation
you will be entered into a raffle drawing to win prizes.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Rep. Dave Reichart supports the TPP Fast Track legislation and the Trans Pacific Partnership free trade agreement. He is proposing a "compromise" that attaches partial funding of the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program (TAA), a program that is supposed to assist workers who lose their jobs because of trade agreements, to the Fast Track legislation. He hopes his "compromise" will help passage of Fast Track in the House. Rep Reichart's proposal takes $700 million dollars from the Medicare Trust Fund to help pay for TAA.
PSARA members have an opportunity to let Rep. Reichart know what we think. Rep. Reichart is speaking on Thursday, May 28 at the World Affairs Council at the Seattle World Trade Center, 2200 Alaskan Way, Seattle 98121, about why he supports the TPP, and Fast Track.
The Washington Fair Trade Coalition is joining with Medicare Advocates for a demonstration beginning at 11 a.m. and ending by noon on the sidewalk outside where Rep. Reichart is speaking. PSARA will indicate our opposition to the Fast Track legislation and express our outrage at the proposal to steal $$s from the Medicare Trust Fund in order to fund TAA and help get Fast Track through the House. Rep. Reichart needs to hear that we are outraged that he is proposing to use the Medicare Trust Fund as a piggy bank to push through Fast Track.
Please join us.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Help shape the Metro Transit system of our future
King County Metro and Sound Transit are teaming up for a series of joint open houses beginning June 16. The events will give King County residents a convenient one-stop opportunity to help shape two important planning efforts.
As Sound Transit shapes a ballot measure for Sound Transit 3, Metro is looking 25 years down the road to make sure the right mix of services and connections are in place to get people where they need to go. These open houses will be an opportunity to learn about and weigh in on both planning initiatives.
Metro wants to know what type of service you think would work best in your community based on projected population and job growth.
Your input will help transit planners understand what type of service you value in your community, and will help shape the proposed network of bus routes and facilities that Metro will present in the fall of 2015 for additional public input. The final plan will be shared for another round of public input in early 2016, then transmitted to the King County Council in mid-2016.
Learn more at www.kcmetrovision.org and share your opinion in the online survey.https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kcmetrovision2
Meetings will be held:
Tues, June 16
Seattle
5:30p.m.-7:30 p.m. Union Station
401 S Jackson St., Seattle
Tues, June 23
Redmond
5:30p.m. -7:30 p.m. Redmond Marriott
7401 164th Ave. NE., Redmond
Thurs, June 25
Seattle (daytime)
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Union Station, 401 S Jackson St., Seattle
Thurs, June 25
Federal Way
5:30-7:30 p.m.
King County Aquatic Center, 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way
eridani
(51,907 posts)Building Human Habitats: How transit infrastructure, land use policy and public health investments help create a healthier city.
Join us for our June Transit Talk with Dr. Howard Frumkin, Dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. Land use and transportation have a huge impact on public health. His talk will focus on the need to create healthy human habitats to help increase physical activity and reduce health impacts and disparities.
Dr. Frumkin is an authority on the public health impacts of urban sprawl and the built environment. With an introduction by Renée Klein, CEO & President of the American Lung Association of the Mountain Pacific, this transit talk will connect the dots on how transit, pedestrian and bike infrastructure can help create better health outcomes.
This Transit Talks is brought to you in partnership with American Lung Association Mountain Pacific.
Friday June 19, 12:30pm
WHERE
Seattle City Hall
Bertha Knight Landes Room
600 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
eridani
(51,907 posts)Please join us on July 14th for this opportunity to hear local leaders discuss their support for affordable housing linkage fees, and help us demonstrate the strong and diverse constituency behind inclusionary housing. This July will mark a key point in Puget Sound Sage's work on inclusionary housing as the Housing Affordability and Livability Agenda (HALA) process wraps up and the City Council Planning, Land Use, and Sustainability (PLUS) Committee begins deliberations on linkage fee legislation. Please register for this event, and stay tuned for more details regarding program and speakers as the date approaches!
http://www.housingconsortium.org/events/calendar/#!event/2015/7/15/hdc-expand-our-affordable-housing-toolbox
eridani
(51,907 posts)You're invited to join us for this month's Volunteer Work Party: this Thursday, June 25, from 1-4pm, in our office located at 314 First Avenue South. We hope you can join us to connect with fellow bicycling advocates and provide an invaluable help to our mission to support a bicycle-friendly state. We'll be preparing a couple of mailings, catching up -- and, of course, helping ourselves to an assortment of snacks.
If this is your first time coming to one of our work parties, and/or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the number or email below. Also, please RSVP so I know how much food to get -- and let me know if you have any special food requests or dietary restrictions.
Thanks for everything you do!
Elly Bangs
Operations Manager
Washington Bikes
314 1st Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104
206.224.9252 x300
www.WAbikes.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Anne Feeney, the singer who created "Have You Been to Jail for Justice," and Dana Lyons, an environmentalist singer from Bellingham, will be in Seattle for a "Turtles and Teamsters, Together at Last" gig at Fair Trade Music Venue Capitol Cider, 815 E Pike Street in Seattle Capitol Hill, at 8:00 pm on Thursday, July 2nd - no cover charge, but donation of $15-$25 recommended. Anne, described by Utah Phillips as the country's "best labor singer," has a birthday on July 1st - so come for a night of great music at a terrific club that treats musicians well, celebrate Anne's birthday - and support Fair Trade Music!
eridani
(51,907 posts)This coming Monday, June 29, you're invited to join the Transit Riders Union and other members of the new Our City Coalition for our inaugural event at Hat 'n Boots (Oxbow) Park in beautiful Georgetown. At this event we will ask the question "How Will YOU End Homelessness?" We will be joined by over a dozen city council candidates, who will speak about the crisis of homelessness and what must be done to end it. The program includes food and music and will be followed by an overnight sleep-out (mats and blankets provided). You can RSVP on Facebook or by emailing ourcitycoalition@gmail.com.
Where: Hat 'n Boots (Oxbow) Park, 6430 Corson Ave S.
When: Monday, June 29
5:30 PM: Community Meal
6:00 PM: Music!
6:30 PM: Rally begins
7:00 PM: Candidate Speak-Out
eridani
(51,907 posts)How to defend ourselves against deportations and end the detention system
12:00pm, Saturday, July 11th
NW Detention Center
1623 E. J St.
Tacoma, WA
People fighting detentions and deportations will share their stories right outside the detention center in Tacoma.
It's part of a week of action across the nation calling for an end to detentions.
Members from Familias Unidas por la Justicia will call in and share their fight against racial profiling by Customs and Border Patrol.
As part of Pride, we will also celebrate the organizing work of the LGBTQ community both inside and outside the detention center.
Hope you can make it out,
Maru Mora Villalpando, NW Detention Center Resistance, & #Not1More
eridani
(51,907 posts)You're invited to join us for this month's Volunteer Work Party: this Thursday, July 23, from 1-4pm, in our office located at 314 First Avenue South. We hope you can join us to connect with fellow bicycling advocates and provide an invaluable help to our mission to support a bicycle-friendly state. We'll be preparing a couple of mailings, catching up -- and, of course, helping ourselves to an assortment of snacks.
If this is your first time coming to one of our work parties, and/or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the number or email below. Also, please RSVP so I know how much food to get -- and let me know if you have any special food requests or dietary restrictions.
Thanks for everything you do!
Elly Bangs
Operations Manager
Washington Bikes
314 1st Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104
206.224.9252 x300
www.WAbikes.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)It's been a month since the Polar Destroyer left Seattle and after a period of rest and reflection a lot of people want to get together and talk about where to go with this campaign and these organizing structures.
On August 8th Rising Tide Seattle will be hosting a Shell No! Party for Climate Justice to take a look back at our crazy spring and celebrate our work.
Then on August 10th we'll be having a SNAC meeting to talk about how to move forward - both on challenging shell and on some people's desire for broader cross-movement organizing.
sHell No! Party for Climate Justice:
Join Rising Tide Seattle and our allies as we look back and toast the many awesome moments in this spring's sHell No! Campaign.
Let's recognize and celebrate the work we did, and the relationships that made this happen. Please join us for an evening of fun, music and festivities and building the relationships that will continue the movement this summer and fall.
Suggested Donation $5-$20 to support Rising Tide's Direct Action and Legal Fund, Drinks by donation.
When: Saturday, August 8th @ 7 PM
Where: "The Warehouse" 4810 Airport Way South
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1624843074467017/
sHell No! Action Council Next Steps Meeting!
We brought the world's attention to what Shell is trying to do in the Arctic. We marched, picketed, kayaked, and risked arrest together. We pulled together crazy actions we dreamed up, and put our bodies on the line.
What next? The SNAC was a powerful organizing space for three months, but it also had it's problems. Many folks want to continue to challenge Shell and their Arctic Drilling aspirations. Others want to use the relationships and coalitions we've built to do more cross-movement organizing.
Come to this SNAC mass meeting and let's figure out some structures to continue building on our momentum into the fall.
When: Monday August 10th @ 6:30 PM
Where: Hillman City Collaboratory: 5623 Rainier Ave South
Hope to see you there!
- Ahmed + The SNAC Logistics/Facilitation Team
artislife
(9,497 posts)How You Can Help Bernie Sanders Win in Washington State!
WHEN: Saturday August 1st 2015 from 1 to 3 pm
WHERE: Shoreline library, 345 NE 175th Street, Shoreline Washington
If you are looking for information on how you can help Bernie Sanders win in the Democratic Caucuses here in Washington, don't miss this political training session!
Topics include:
* How the Washington State Democratic party is organized
* How to become a Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) for your neighborhood
* How to become a delegate for Bernie Sanders at the Precinct, LD and CD Caucuses
* How to use a tool called Vote Builder to network with voters in your community.
This event is led by David Spring, M. Ed. Former Training Advisor to the King County Democrats, Board member of the Washington State Progressive Caucus and member of the Washington for Bernie Sanders steering committee. For more information on this free event, call David Spring at 425-876-9149 or email him at springforschools@aol.com
eridani
(51,907 posts)Art of Participatory Leadership:
Creating Collective Action - Building Cultures of Innovation
September 17 - 19, 2015
8:00am - 5:30pm (Saturday til 5:00pm)
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU)
12180 Park Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98447
Tacoma, WA
PEOPLE ARE HUNGRY FOR MORE EFFECTIVE MEETINGS AND PRACTICES FOR WORKING BETTER TOGETHER AMIDST TIMES OF RAPID CHANGE AND HIGH COMPLEXITY.
We are awakening to different ways of being in leadership together, moving beyond the typical traps of adversarial agendas and into processes of co-learning and co-evolution that lead to wise action and change. We are seeking consultative processes and engagement strategies that bring out the best in our communities and foster collaboration. That’s what the Art of Participatory Leadership is all about.
Last year’s Art of Participative Leadership in Olympia, WA was wait-listed. This year’s gathering builds on that tradition — working to create collective impact and cultures of innovation.
The Art of Participative Leadership is an intensive 3-day experience where you will practice a set of simple yet powerful approaches for designing and hosting (facilitating) powerful conversations and meetings. It is an effective way of harnessing the collective wisdom and self-organizing capacity of groups. We believe that people give their energy and lend their resources to what matters most to them – in work as in life. These practices invite people to step in and respond to the challenges facing them in creative, authentic, compassionate and innovative ways.
More Information>
TUITION COSTS
$775 | Profits/Business
$625 | Non-Profits/Government
http://www.emergingwisdom.net/AOPLWA/
Note: ** Discounts available for teams of 3 or more.
*** Tuition includes full cost of the training, materials, breakfast and lunch. We will also reserve space in local restaurant for shared dinner (self pay).
Creative Tuition:
If you know you need to be at this training and cost is the barrier, request a creative tuition conversation. We are working creatively to include the diversity of our community in the training.
Generosity Circle:
If you can offer a little more to support others who can’t afford to pay the full tuition please join the Generosity Circle. A gift of $50 or more helps us welcome and include more of the diversity of our community!
For more information please contact:
Paul Horton | paulh@athenaplace.com | (360)-918-1079
Teresa Posakony | Teresa@emergingwisdom.net | (206)-372-3405
WASHINGTON NONPROFITS
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eridani
(51,907 posts)We just wanted to make sure you got this e-mail about the two SNAC events coming up this Saturday and Monday. For some it's been nonstop action in Portland and Alaska, for others a well deserved month off. Let's reconvene and chart a path forward!
On August 8th Rising Tide Seattle will be hosting a Shell No! Party for Climate Justice to take a look back at our crazy spring and celebrate our work.
Then on August 10th we'll be having a SNAC meeting to talk about how to move forward - both on challenging shell and on some people's desire for broader cross-movement organizing.
sHell No! Party for Climate Justice:
Join Rising Tide Seattle and our allies as we look back and toast the many awesome moments in this spring's sHell No! Campaign.
Let's recognize and celebrate the work we did, and the relationships that made this happen. Please join us for an evening of fun, music and festivities and building the relationships that will continue the movement this summer and fall.
Suggested Donation $5-$20 to support Rising Tide's Direct Action and Legal Fund, Drinks by donation.
When: Saturday, August 8th @ 7 PM
Where: "The Warehouse" 4810 Airport Way South
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1624843074467017/
sHell No! Action Council Next Steps Meeting!
We brought the world's attention to what Shell is trying to do in the Arctic. We marched, picketed, kayaked, and risked arrest together. We pulled together crazy actions we dreamed up, and put our bodies on the line.
What next? The SNAC was a powerful organizing space for three months, but it also had it's problems. Many folks want to continue to challenge Shell and their Arctic Drilling aspirations. Others want to use the relationships and coalitions we've built to do more cross-movement organizing.
Come to this SNAC mass meeting and let's figure out some structures to continue building on our momentum into the fall.
When: Monday August 10th @ 6:30 PM
Where: Hillman City Collaboratory: 5623 Rainier Ave South
Hope to see you there!
- Ahmed + The SNAC Logistics/Facilitation Team
eridani
(51,907 posts)Today, President Obama gave a bold speech in support of the Iran nuclear deal. He said "now, more than ever, we need clear thinking in our foreign policy," and I could not agree more.
This is a historic moment for our country to chart a new path toward a more principled foreign policy that puts diplomacy first.
I hope you will join our coalition partner, Council for a Livable World, to discuss this and more at their event in Seattle.
Tickets are on sale now for Politics on the Edge: From Seattle to Tehran. Join Col. Richard Klass (USAF, retired), Council for a Livable World's Angela Canterbury, and invited guest Rep. Suzan DelBene to discuss the debate over the Iran deal, foreign policy and the 2016 elections.
Here are the details:
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
6:00 - 7:30pm
SEIU 775
215 Columbia Street
Seattle, WA 98104
Drinks and light refreshments will be served.
http://cacnp.convio.net/site/Calendar?id=100081&view=Detail
eridani
(51,907 posts)FREE MOVIE SCREENING AND PANEL DISCUSSION August 15, 2015, 10:30 a.m.
BELLEVUE, Washington - Sexual violence on college campuses – it is an issue that is at the top of most parents’ minds when they send their student away every year. How can my child stay safe? What safeguards are in place? What is the administration doing to ensure my child’s safety? It is estimated that more than 100,000 college students will be victims of a sexual assault during the upcoming school year, which is rapidly approaching. It’s critical that students, parents, university leaders, and government come together, learn about this issue, and work together to end sexual violence on college campuses.
In cooperation with Legal Momentum, University of Washington, Momentum, Faculty Against Rape, Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs, King County Sexual Assault Resource Center, Essex Community Outreach Corporation, Legal Voice, King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Sexual Violence Legal Services program of the YWCA Seattle|King|Snohomish, there will be a FREE screening of “The Hunting Ground” —a documentary on the rape crisis on college campuses – on Saturday, August 15th at 10:30 a.m. Weaving together footage and first-person testimonies, the film follows survivors as they pursue their education while fighting for justice. The screening will be followed by a robust discussion with a panel of experts on the issue of campus sexual violence.
“Sexual violence on college campuses is a significant issue impacting young women and men on many college campuses, both locally and nationally. IT’s a harsh reality that we can no longer ignore,” says event organizer and panel moderator Loria Yeadon. “If you’re not aware of the extent of this problem, watch this trailer.”
The discussion will be led by the following panelists:
Carol Robles-Román, President and CEO
Legal Momentum – The Women's Legal Defense and Education Fund
Shannon Bailie
Director, Health and Wellness, University of Washington
Peter Qualliotine
Co-Founder & Director of Men’s Accountability, The Organization for Prostitution Survivors.
Simona Sharoni, Ph.D
Professor, Gender & Women's Studies, SUNY Plattsburgh
Co-founder, Faculty against Rape (FAR)
Alissa R. Ackerman, Survivor
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at University of Washington, Tacoma
Haley Higgins, Survivor, Activist, Student at University of Washington
Loria Yeadon, Event Organizer and Panel Moderator
WHAT: “The Hunting Ground” Movie Screening and Panel Discussion
WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2015, 10:30 am; Doors Open at 10 am
WHERE: Lincoln Square Cinemas, 700 Bellevue Way, Bellevue, WA
COST: FREE with Registration. Click here to register.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nGM9tRcYNY8Ca7-hrhJKnE2uE5MTHsO2LAuPk7EWQVY/viewform?c=0&w=1
QUESTIONS: Contact essexcommunity@gmail.com
About The Supporters of this Event
This is a grassroots initiative funded by the donations of a growing group Committed Co-Champions who believe in the power of “WE” and our ability to collectively have a meaningful impact on social issues impacting our community. If you’d like to support this event, please click here to donate. To get involved, or arrange an interview with a panelist, contact Crystal Williams at cwilliams@legalmomentum.org.
http://www.thehuntinggroundfilm.com/
eridani
(51,907 posts)Just a reminder that we'll be having our next sHellNo! Action Council meeting this coming Monday, August 24th @ 6:30 PM. Hope to see you there, details below.
SNAC Meeting
When: Monday, August 24th @ 6:30 PM
Where: Washington State Convention Center, 800 Convention Pl, Seattle, WA 98101, 2nd Floor
What: We'll be forming working groups and starting to plan for the return of sHell's Arctic Drilling Fleet this fall. Some groups will be planning solidarity events for communities mobilizing in Alaska as well.
As always this meeting is open to all activists but we ask participants not to invite journalists and law enforcement.
Sincerely,
The SNAC Logistics and Facilitation Team
RSVP on Facebook if that's your thing: https://www.facebook.com/events/114253022257082/
eridani
(51,907 posts)With Obama visiting Alaska on Monday things are really picking up steam on the ShellNo Campaign again. To respond we've restructured SNAC to operate with working groups instead of affinity groups so that more concrete action can be planned. The group is also planning a March Against Hypocrisy on Monday to coincide with President Obama's visit to the Arctic.
Updates around Shell:
- Having been given the final permit from President Obama, Shell is now digging for oil in the Arctic (boo.)
- Speaking of the devil, President Obama, will be visiting Alaska to talk about Climate Change at the GLACIER conference. (More on what we're doing about that later).
Solidarity Action on August 31st: March Against Hypocrisy
On Monday our allies and friends in Alaska will greet President Obama and demand that he stop Arctic Drilling. In Seattle we will March in solidarity with them and Against Hypocrisy!
Assemble at 11:30 am at Occidental Park
Funeral procession at noon from Occidental Park with a loud marching band, art and props calling out the hypocrisy of Obama.
Solemn die-in at the Federal building, with speakers.
Please RSVP and invite your friends to the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/867671683301777/
Structure of SNAC going forward: At the meeting two weeks ago, we brought up the idea of moving away from working through affinity groups and introducing Working Groups as a way to restructure SNAC.
These working groups will be fluid and can change based on time-sensitive requirements. Some working groups will be: Tactics/Direct Action, Outreach, Education, Legal, Media, Website and Digital Resources, Finance, Fundraising.
The working groups will meet outside of the regular large meeting and will report back to the general meeting. More to be discussed around these at the next SNAC meeting!
Some working group meetings coming up are:
Tactics team: Meeting Thursday 4:30 pm at Council House, 1501 17th Ave
Contact Cynthia 808-756-4955
Art team: Meeting Thursday 3pm at the Powerhouse. 3940 Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103
Help wanted, especially sculptors or anyone with sculpting experience!
See you Monday at the action!
In solidarity,
SNAC Organizing Committee
eridani
(51,907 posts)In the early years of Washington State's Three Strikes law, Paul Rivers and David Conyers, pictured above, were sentenced to Life Without the Possibility of Release for Robbery 2, an unarmed crime classified in the lowest quarter of Washington's criminal seriousness scale.
These crimes carry a standard minimum term of 3 months and a standard maximum term of 7 years. Neither Mr. Rivers nor Mr. Conyers has any conviction for a more serious crime. Each man has served more than 20 years.
Both have clemency hearings scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2015 in Olympia, Washington. Address/ Directions.
The members of Washington State's Clemency and Pardons Board who are present at the hearing will determine and announce during the hearing whether they recommend conditional clemency release for the two petitioners. Community members who are present in support are noted by the board.
Last year, members of this email list helped complete a successful fundraiser for David Conyers' first three months of rent in the community should he be released. His letter of thanks, information on how to contribute further to the fundraiser, and a link to a video including interviews with both men are HERE:
More info or carpooling questions or offers: info@fix3strikes.org.
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Seattle AWIS Monthly Programming Series presents: Drones: A Researcher’s Eyes in the Sky
Tuesday, September 15th • 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Come learn about how drones are proving to be a popular and invaluable data collection tool for scientists.
From monitoring marine animals and their habitats to understanding changes in climate and atmospheric conditions, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) are helping researchers collect an unprecedented amount of data. We’ll talk about how advances in UAV design are taking cues from nature’s most agile species. Additionally, we will discuss the regulations surrounding the use of drones by the public and researchers.
Our distinguished panelists are:
Robyn Angliss, Ph.D. Deputy Director, National Marine Mammal Laboratory NOAA
Charlette Geffen, Ph.D. Director of Atmospheric Sciences and Global Change Division, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Kristi Morgansen, Ph.D. Associate Professor at UW Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Ashleigh Rhodes, UW School of Law
Event Schedule:
6:00 pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30 pm – Introductions and Program
7:45 pm – Networking and Dessert
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
eridani
(51,907 posts)When: Friday, September 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Where: Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room, 600 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104
Every day thousands of smart folks across the region are working in a variety of industries on low-tech, low-cost innovations that could have a big impact on how we get around town.
Come hear what the Puget Sound's best and brightest are working on, from head cameras to shared parking, affordable housing to accessible language.
In this fast-paced "Pecha Kucha" style event, each of our presenters will have only five minutes on stage, but we think that's more than enough to inspire you.
The event will be moderated by Q13 Fox's C.R. Douglas, with a chance for audience questions at the end.
Our presenters include: Sara Maxana, Alex Brennan, Zach Shaner, Access Map, Diane Wiatr, Brice Maryman, Ubax Gardheere, Alan Durning, and Katie Headrick Taylor.
Register here and see you at Transit Talks!
Space is limited so please RSVP.
http://transportationchoices.org/events/transit-talks
eridani
(51,907 posts)Please join us on Wednesday, September 2, at 12 noon for a rally at Judge Charles M. Stokes Overlook Park, right next to Darigold headquarters. Please RSVP here and let us know you will be joining us. http://action.ufw.org/page/m/3bed9e0a/1453614c/44bbacfb/2b6e543e/3794820832/VEsA/
After the rally, a small delegation will deliver to Darigold a petition with more than 30,000 signatures asking the giant corporation to meet about dairy worker safety with the United Farm Workers and worker families that have suffered deaths and injuries. The petitions will be delivered in a casket to represent workers who have lost their lives laboring in Washington state dairies.
Among those there will be the widow of dairy worker Randy Vasquez who died a gruesome death, drowning in a manure pond at a Darigold-member farm. The state Labor and Industries Department investigated Randy’s death and cited and fined the dairy $6,800 for violations that included failing to post warning signs or fence the lagoon where he died. According to the Yakima Herald, the dairy owner is contesting the citation and penalties.
Randy’s tragic death earlier this year has shaken up the farm worker community and inspired many to take up the battle to improve dairy workers’ safety.http://action.ufw.org/page/m/3bed9e0a/1453614c/44bbacfb/2b6e543e/3794820832/VEsA/
Darigold is the largest dairy cooperative based in the Pacific Northwest. It has a responsibility to make sure dairy workers have a safe and healthy work environment. Please join us. Together we can improve the lives of dairy workers.
Linda Brewster
Regional Organizer WA/OR/CO
360 379-4023
eridani
(51,907 posts)PSARA members are invited to celebrate Labor Day at the annual picnic sponsored by the Martin Luther King County Labor Council, AFL/CIO on Monday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Lower Woodland Park Shelters 1, 2 & 3. The entry to the picnic area is at 50th & Woodland Park Ave. N., west of Greenlake Ave. N. & east of Greenwood Ave. N.
PSARA traditionally provides cookies for the picnic so please bring either your favorite home-baked cookies or store bought cookies if you prefer. Bring lawn chairs as the picnic is a wonderful time to sit around and schmooze. There are more details in your Sept. Advocate.
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PSARA is co-sponsoring, along with Casa Latina and Washington Community Action Network, a celebration of Grandparents Day on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Casa Latina, 317 17th Ave. S., Seattle. There will be excellent Mexican food, music and discussion of the importance of addressing the need for quality and affordable long term care while also assuring that providers of care are paid a living wage.
PSARA supports adding a long term care benefit to Medicare along with supporting efforts to create a state-based long term care funding program. Nationally, advocates are viewing Grandparents Day as a time to honor the role of grandparents and an opportunity to advocate for solutions to the growing crisis in accessing quality, affordable long term care.
The PSARA Diversity Committee is sponsoring a tour and discussion at El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., Seattle on Thursday, Sept. 10, beginning at 10 a.m. There are big changes taking place at El Centro. Learn more from their staff members who will take us on a guided tour.
The history of the Centro is rich and a wonderful example of what can be accomplished with bold community action. Please rsvp to the PSARA office (206) 448-9646 or email diversitycommittee@psara.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Seattle City Council will be holding a special evening public meeting to hear directly from YOU, the community, on inclusionary housing and the HALA recommendations. We need BIG turnout, and we're counting on you to make your voice heard.
Over the past many months and years, you have told our elected leaders that mandatory, inclusionary housing is a proven tool to create thousands of affordable homes across the income spectrum. This mroning, Mayor Murray and Councilmember Mike O'Brien stood together to announce legislation on a commercial linkage fee and residential inclusionary housing program. The City Council is expecting to hear from all of you as it considers this legislaion, beginning with a public hearing on the residential inclusionary housing resolution on Sept 9th.
On the 9th, the Council will also consider a resolution to implement the HALA workplan, and we need our leaders to hear loud and clear that the community stands behind swift, strong action on affordable housing. The HALA plan includes a number of exciting policies, including renewing and expanding the Seattle Housing Levy, seeking state authorization for a local Real Estate Excise Tax and Housing Preservation program, and adopting stronger tenant protections to help people access and remain in stable housing.
Please stand with us in supporting these critical programs to help preserve and create 20,000 affordable homes in the next 10 years! To help us stay organized, please email us your RSVP to let us know you'll be attending. kayla@housingconsortium.org
Public Hearing:
Seattle Select Committee on Housing Affordability
Sept. 9th, 5:30pm
Seattle City Hall, 600 4th Ave
For talking points and assistance with prepping testimony, please email Kayla. Even if you're not comfortable speaking, please join us to PACK THE ROOM on this big day
eridani
(51,907 posts)What: Learn Whether Raising the Minimum Wage Helps or Hurts a City Economy
When: This Thursday, September 10, 2015, at 7:00 p.m.
Where: IBEW Local 76 Hall, 3049 S. 36th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
On Thursday, September 10, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., John Burbank will answer the question “What Really Happens when Cities Raise the Minimum Wage?” at a free public presentation held as part of the Pierce County Democrats general meeting. All, including non-Democrats, are encouraged to attend the presentation at the IBEW Local 76 Hall, 3049 S. 36th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. Mr. Burbank is Executive Director of the Economic Opportunity Institute, an independent, non-partisan, and non-profit public policy think tank, based in Seattle.
Tacoma’s voters will decide this November whether to raise the minimum wage. While a raise would obviously benefit workers who receive it, many may wonder how the wage increase will affect the local economy and businesses. Linda Isenson, Chair of the Pierce County Democrats, noted that some have asked, “Will increasing the minimum wage mean fewer jobs? Will businesses leave Tacoma for lower-wage cities?” Ms. Isenson stated that “this Thursday’s presentation is a chance for the public to get past the scary rhetoric and learn for themselves the answers to those and other questions, based on actual data.”
Mr. Burbank earned a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Washington’s Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. Before founding the Economic Opportunity Institute in 1998, Mr. Burbank served in many other positions, including as the project manager of the Sand Point Community Housing Association and as staff coordinator for the Washington State Senate. He also speaks Finnish, but promises to give his presentation in English.
The Pierce County Democrats meet monthly, either as a general membership or Executive Board meeting. The public is always welcome to participate. The meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month, at the IBEW Local 76 Hall, 3049 S. 36th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. The September 10 meeting is a quarterly general membership meeting. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for a potluck and socializing; the meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. Those attending the potluck are encouraged (but not required) to bring something to share.
eridani
(51,907 posts)You're invited to join us for this month's Volunteer Work Party: next Thursday, September 24, from 1-4pm, in our office located at 314 First Avenue South. We hope you can join us to connect with fellow bicycling advocates and provide an invaluable help to our mission to support a bicycle-friendly state. We'll be preparing a couple of mailings, catching up -- and, of course, helping ourselves to an assortment of snacks.
If this is your first time coming to one of our work parties, and/or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the number or email below. Also, please RSVP so I know how much food to get -- and let me know if you have any special food requests or dietary restrictions.
Thanks for everything you do!
Elly Bangs
Operations Manager
Washington Bikes
314 1st Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104
206.224.9252 x300
www.WAbikes.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Starting this weekend and running through the next couple of weeks, people around the world are hosting “Power Through Paris” workshops to start building momentum for the months ahead.
There's at least one workshop near you coming up -- can you be part of this moment? Here are all the details from event hosts in your area:
What: 350 Seattle's Power Through Paris Workshop
When: Saturday, October 3, 10:00 AM
Where: Seattle University - Lemieux Library, Boeing Room (ground floor) - Seattle, WA
Click here to to let the workshop host know that you'll be there.
http://act.350.org/event/power-through-paris-workshops_attend/10982/signup/?t=1&utm_medium=email&referring_akid=7591.117056.5Z7TAb
Have you been hearing about all the signs that the climate is changing, and want to help bring it back into balance--but aren’t sure what to do? Or you’ve taken a few steps and aren’t sure what to do next? This workshop is designed to help you find ways to join in, and help build the momentum to stop the climate change crisis.
Momentum has been building right here in Seattle. And globally, we can carry this momentum to the gathering of governments at the Paris climate change talks (in December 2015) — and beyond. 350.org and allies are organising events across the world in November and December to power not just "to" but "through" Paris.
Come to the 350 Seattle's "Power through Paris" workshop to learn more about how we are building momentum locally, with exciting and bold actions planned this Fall, and continuing after the Paris climate talks, regardless of their outcome.
(This is a repeat of the workshop offered on October 3, to accommodate some of those who couldn't attend then.)
Time: We'll start at 10am sharp and end by noon
Transportation:
Many bus routes serve Seattle U, including routes 2, 3, 4, 12, 43, and 49.
If you’re driving there are visitor lots on campus. The closest to the workshop is at 12th and Marion. Parking is $6. There are also cheaper paid parking lots off-campus on Broadway and 12th. On-street parking is 2-hours MAX, so you’ll need to find a lot.
eridani
(51,907 posts)The Ethnic Heritage Council and King County Office of Equity and Social Justice are hosting Ethnic Roundtable Conversations on Saturday, September 26, 2015 and Wednesday, September 30, 2015. Please see the attached flyer for details and let Tino.Salud@kingcounty.gov know if you can attend either one.
Please also share with your respective networks!
Thank you,
Pamela Stearns
Administrative Specialist III
King County Dept. of Community & Human Services
Pamela.Stearns@kingcounty.gov
(206) 263-8068
eridani
(51,907 posts)You are cordially invited to the Metropolitan King County Council's Committee of the Whole Town Hall meeting at the " greenest " commercial building in the world to hear about the impending threat of climate change to our security, natural resources, and economy . We hope you can be part of this important conversation:
Monday, September 28,
6:00 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m. Meeting
The Bullitt Center
1501 E. Madison St., Seattle
Denis Hayes, the President and CEO of the Bullitt Foundation and Founder of Earth Day, i s host ing the meeting and will be one of our featured speakers .
The public and Councilmembers wi ll also hear from panelists represent ing interests that have not only recognized the challenges of climate change , but are working on a local, national and international level to find solutions to the climate crisis.
Seating is limited. Please RSVP to counciltownhall@kingcounty.gov and you will be given a free ticket to attend this event. In the spirit of being carbon- neutral, this special Town H all will also be broadcast LIVE ( www.kingco u nty.gov/townhall ). Listen from the comfort of your home or visit the greenest building in the world. Either way, prepare to see the challenges of climate change in a new light , and what we must do about it .
For questions please contact: counciltownhall@kingcounty.gov .
Sincerely,
Larry Phillips, Councilmember
Metropolitan King County Council, District Four
King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue, Room 1200
Seattle, WA 98104-3272
206.296.1004
larry.phillips@kingcounty.gov
eridani
(51,907 posts)In the past six months, our state has seen both unprecedented forest fires and an intense debate over oil rigs passing through our waters. There is no doubt that Washington is at the center of many of the biggest environmental threats facing our nation and planet.
To be successful as we come together against these threats we need a big team – and we want you! We hope you can join us at our annual Breakfast of Champions on Oct. 8th. Together, we can show that Washington supports elected officials who are willing to take action on climate and protect our state’s natural environment and economic future.
Tickets are just $75, get yours HERE before it's too late - Thursday Oct. 1st is the last day to register. The breakfast will take place at The Westin in Downtown Seattle from 7:30am to 9:00am.
We have an inspiring program lined up; the only thing missing is YOU. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Remarks by Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus and League of Conservation Voters Board Member
Legislator of The Year presentation to Representative Joe Fitzgibbon
Comments from Washington Conservation Voters' CEO Joan Crooks and President Shannon Murphy
Together, we can make a difference for our environment and our future by electing leaders who are committed to its protection.
Best,
Joan Crooks
CEO
P.S. Next Thursday, October 1st is the last day to register, REGISTER TODAY!
https://secure3.convio.net/lcv/site/Donation2;jsessionid=95513191545B4C9214A1C3D79A681C27.app367b?10421.donation=form1&df_id=10421
eridani
(51,907 posts)Progress Made and Setbacks Encountered
Saturday, November 7, 2015, 9:30 am
Bellingham Public Library
210 Central Ave, Bellingham WA
The National Outlook - Aaron Katz, University of Washington School of Public Health
Whatcom County - Sue Sharpe, Executive Director, Chuckanut Health Foundation
Washington State - Chuck Richards, Health Care for all Washington
Legislative Prospects for Universal Health Care - Washington State Representative Kristine Lytton.
eridani
(51,907 posts)We would like to remind you to RSVP for our Community Leadership Institute (CLI) Opening Ceremony on Saturday, October 3rd at 10:30am. We will be coming together to celebrate this year's CLI cohort and we would love your presence!
Although we sent out an email last week, Puget Sound Sage and South CORE would like you to know how important your attendance will be so that you can meet and support our new cohort.
The CLI cohort are a group of passionate and successful leaders from communities of color and low income communities fighting for social justice. Come show your support by attending the CLI Opening Ceremony this Saturday!
The Opening Ceremony will include speeches from local leaders, an opportunity to give feedback on the King County Equity and Social Justice Plan, a panel on the intersection of equity, climate, transportation and housing as well as an introduction to our CLI cohort members.
Please join us in the celebration! Please RSVP here and find the official event flyer attached to this email.
https://pugetsoundsage.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/info?id=184&reset=1
Saturday, October 3rd 2015
10:30 am – 1:30 pm
New Holly Gathering Hall
7054 32nd Ave South
Seattle, WA 98118
For questions contact Ubax Gardheere at ubax@pugetsoundsage.org or call (206) 697-3526
*Childcare will be provided, so families are welcome!
*Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sincerly,
Ubax Gardheere, MPA
Program Director
Puget Sound Sage
1032 S. Jackson St. Suite 203
Seattle, WA 98104
eridani
(51,907 posts)Last week the first stage in that review began: the scoping comment period. We have fought hard to get this chance, now we have to make the most of it. Between now and November 5th we need to do everything we can to show that the public insists on the most thorough possible review of this reckless plan. Shell’s recent decision to pull out of the Arctic will only increase their desire to rush this oil train project though, so your help is even more important now.
In the next month, we need help with these three things:
1. Submit a detailed scoping comment. You’ve already written about this project. And a copy of your earlier comment is attached for reference. If you would like advice on adapting what you have already said as a scoping comment, and for more information on how to send it in, take a look at this short article on how to write a detailed comment http://www.standuptooil.org/shell-anacortes/
Attend a hearing (or two!) in person. We would love if you speak, but you don’t have to. We want to pack these rooms! RSVP HERE and we will send you everything you need to know. http://www.standuptooil.org/shell-anacortes/
- Mount Vernon: Tue., Oct. 13, Best Western Plus, 2300 Market St., 4-8 p.m.
- Anacortes: Wed., Oct. 14, Anacortes Middle School, 2202 M Ave, 4-8 p.m.
- Lynnwood: Mon., Oct. 19, Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, 4-8 p.m.
3. Help us reach out to more people. We could use volunteer help over the next few weeks. Attend an informational gathering this Sunday (October 4) from 4-6 at the North Sound Brewery (map) to get the details. Or contact Anna at Anna@ForestEthics.org for more information.Together we can make sure that Shell’s dangerous project gets the full scrutiny that it deserves.
Thank you for your help!
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Christine Hanley
Administrative Assistant, ForestEthics
360-734-2951, ext. 205
skype: christinemhanley
www.forestethics.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds help defend every woman’s right to choose
At the elegant Seattle Design Center
5701 Sixth Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98108
Tickets $150-$350
https://act1.myngp.com/Forms/3102417193304850432
eridani
(51,907 posts)TUES Oct 20, 6:30-8:30PM, New Member Orientation at 6PM
Get Involved with the Food Justice Project
Location: Central Co-op's Rochdale Room - 1900 E Madison St, Seattle
Through community education, political action, anti-oppressive organizing and community-building, the Food Justice Project (FJP) seeks to challenge and transform the globalized, industrial, corporate-driven food system and promote existing alternatives. Meetings are the 3rd Tuesday of every month. New to the Food Justice Project? Volunteer orientations will be held before the meeting from 6pm-6:30pm. Orientations are a great way to learn more about the Food Justice Project, our current campaigns, and ways you can contribute. If you would like to attend an orientation, please RSVP.
eridani
(51,907 posts)SAT October 24, 5:30 – 9:30pm
CAGJ Fundraiser: 41 Legs Urban Farm Dinner with Eric Holt-Giménez, Author and Director of Food First
Join CAGJ’s Director Heather Day and her husband Travis English, annual Chef at CAGJ’s SLEE Dinner, for an intimate dining experience using ingredients from their home in Madison Valley, where they operate 41 Legs Urban Farm. On October 24 they will host special guest Eric Holt-Giménez, Director of Food First, for a fundraising dinner for CAGJ. Enjoy a 7 course meal with 14 other guests - the menu will likely include Chestnut Vermouth Soup, Smelt with Smoked Paprika Corn Cakes, Labneh and Ikura, Baked Oysters and Seasonal Sorbet, along with other dishes (vegetarian option available). Tickets are $250, Registration required.
eridani
(51,907 posts)MON October 5, 6:30 - 9pm
AGRA Watch Film Screening: "Seed of Freedom" and Update on one year of collaboration since Africa-US Food Sovereignty Summit
Location: Central Co-op's Rochdale Room - 1900 E Madison St, Seattle
Join AGRA Watch to watch a short film about seed sovereignty in Africa, and, to mark the one-year anniversary since our Africa-US Food Sovereignty Summit. Let’s celebrate and discuss the next steps of our work in collaboration with the African food sovereignty movement! “The origin of food is seed,” says Food Sovereignty Ghana. “Whoever controls the seed controls the entire food chain.” This event is part of the US Food Sovereignty Alliance Month of Community Power – we join our partners globally in actions that raise awareness and help end hunger and poverty by building more just food and farm systems and by reclaiming our commons! About the film: “The story of seed has become one of loss, control, dependence and debt. It’s been written by those who want to make vast profit from our food system, no matter what the true cost. It’s time to change the story. Seeds of Freedom charts the story of seed from its roots at the heart of traditional, diversity rich farming systems across the world, to being transformed into a powerful commodity, used to monopolise the global food system." We will provide food and drink! RSVP’s appreciated – email us.
eridani
(51,907 posts)October 21st, - Overcome Gender Bias: Leveraging Mentors to Maximize Career Development
Seattle AWIS and Hutch United present -
Overcome Gender Bias: Leveraging Mentors to Maximize Career Development
Wednesday, October 21st, 5:00 PM, Early start time for October meeting only.
Come join us to discuss and raise awareness to issues that many scientists face throughout their career.
Our panelists will discuss their experiences with the mentoring relationship, career transitions, and maintaining a work-life balance. Throughout our panel, we will break into small groups to continue the conversation on a more personal level. Everyone is important in order to make a change!
Our distinguished panelists are:
Sue Biggins, Ph.D., Basic Sciences Division Associate Director, FHCRC
Jackie Stilwell, Ph.D.. Principal Scientist/ Research Manager, RareCyte, Inc.
Peggy Porter, M.D., Human Biology and Public Health Sciences Division, FHCRC
Julian Simon, Ph.D., Clinical Research Division Associate Member, FHCRC
Cecile Krejsa, Ph.D., Senior Director Drug Development, Acerta Pharma
Event Schedule:
5:00 PM – Networking and Refreshments
5:30 PM – Introductions and Program
7:00 PM – Networking and Dessert
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
AWIS meetings are FREE and ALL are welcome –members, non-members, women and men!
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
*Please enter through Thomas Building
Parking:
Free parking in Visitor lots and in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA) after 5:00 PM.
Paid parking is also available on the street and across Fairview Ave.N
eridani
(51,907 posts)Local Action for Global Climate Justice
October 14, 5 PM Meet at Seattle City Hall, 4th Avenue & James, March at 5:30 PM to Occidental Park, Pioneer Square
Naomi Klein, author of This Changes Everything and The Shock Doctrine will join speakers from all walks of life to speak at Occidental Park.
Gather at 5:00 PM at Seattle City Hall Plaza to make climate ribbons to send to the International Climate Conference in Paris in December. Seattle's action is part of a national day of action across the country.
March at 5:30 PM sharp to Occidental Park where we will hear Naomi Klein, other speakers and video projections of people from across the state talking about how climate change is affecting our lives, what we're doing about it, and what our hopes for the future are. We want our voices to be heard in Paris and beyond.
PSARA members can join a diverse coalition of communities of color, workers, immigrants, activists and everyday people on October 14 as we build upon last year's successful People's Climate March in New York. We want to send a message that will be heard from Seattle to Paris: Our communities are united in the fight against climate change. Climate change affects low-income and communities of color disproportionately, and a just transition away from fossil fuels means making sure that no one gets left behind, especially the communities most affected.
Please look for the PSARA banner and join us in this important action.
eridani
(51,907 posts)They will decide the future of oil trains through Seattle, and they want to hear from you.
Leaders from the state Department of Ecology and Skagit County will hold a public hearing on Shell’s oil train proposal on October 19. Shell wants to ship 2.5 million gallons of Brakken crude oil by train every week to its refinery in Anacortes. These six mile-long trains would travel along the Columbia River, through Vancouver, and up through Seattle to Anacortes, increasing the potential for a heartbreaking crash that takes lives and destroys our environment.
Fuse members across the state are speaking out in droves against Shell’s dirty, dangerous oil train proposal. More than 1,700 Fuse members have already submitted written comments against the proposal. Now we have a chance to speak directly to oversight officials and tell them it’s time to reject fossil fuel in favor of a clean energy economy.
We need a huge turnout in Lynnwood to show decision makers that we reject Shell’s dangerous proposal. Will you join Fuse members on October 19 to speak out against oil trains?
http://act.fusewashington.org/signup/oil_trains_lynnwood?t=3&akid=2294.2366.iicAGC
We rejected coal export terminals, we fought Shell’s attempt to drill in the Arctic, and now it is time to stop the increasing number of dirty, dangerous oil trains from traveling through our communities.
An increase in dirty and dangerous oil trains, pipelines, and tankers in Puget Sound would dramatically increase the risk of a spill or explosion in the Northwest. It’s time to tell our leaders to put people ahead of profits and reject the increase in oil trains through our communities.
Will you join Fuse members in Lynnwood to speak out against dirty, dangerous oil trains?
http://act.fusewashington.org/signup/oil_trains_lynnwood?t=5&akid=2294.2366.iicAGC
eridani
(51,907 posts)You're invited to a community conversation about policies that support working women and stronger, healthier families:
Everett:
Tuesday, October 13th, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Everett Community College
Jackson Conference Center (2000 Tower St.)
Senate Room JKC 106
Walla Walla:
Tuesday, October 20th, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
YWCA of Walla Walla
213 S. First Ave. (corner of First and Birch)
To learn more, contact Gabriela at gabriela@eoionline.org.
eridani
(51,907 posts)TUES October 27, 7-9pm: Lecture by Eric Holt-Giménez
Got Green? will speak about statewide organizing for climate justice in partnership with Communities of Color for Climate Justice
Location: UW Campus, Architecture Hall Room 147 (Map). Event is FREE, no RSVP required. Help us publicize: Share Facebook event.
CAGJ aims to raise awareness about the connections between climate justice and food sovereignty. We are thrilled that Eric Holt-Giménez will speak on this topic as part of his Northwest tour.
About Eric’s talk: “Global warming has become the largest single threat to health, community well-being and the environment, worldwide. Mass migrations, famine, and conflict over food and water access and the concomitant spread of chronic and communicable disease are already underway. The disastrous effects of climate change fall hardest on low-income communities and people of color, in the US and around the world. “Climate victims” are linked by the critically high levels of vulnerability; the result of historical (and recent) processes of dispossession, exploitation and oppression. Our modern food system is at the center of both the causes and effects of climate change. Pathways to community climate resilience and the reversal of global warming pass through the multiple challenges of capitalism, racism—and food.”
Sponsored by Community Alliance for Global Justice and University of Washigton: Anthropology, CHID, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Latin American and Caribbean Studies/Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, Program on the Environment, School of Public Health Nutritional Sciences Program and Urban Design and Planning
eridani
(51,907 posts)People’s Budget Town Hall
Tuesday, October 27, 6:00 PM
Bertha Knight Landes, Seattle City Hall
Sisters and Brothers,
The 2016 Seattle city budget proposal is woefully inadequate. It won’t make a dent in the affordable housing crisis, it falls tens of millions of dollars short in social service funding, and it fails to meet our city's daily needs. We need to fight for a People’s Budget!
Building on last year’s success, the People’s Budget Town Hall will once again open up the doors of City Hall to ordinary people. I will moderate short panels on: Affordable Housing; Human Services & Public Safety; Progressive Taxation & Public Infrastructure; Education, Youth Jobs, Racial Justice; and Supporting Small Business.
Our goal is to get the working people of Seattle who are excited about social justice in the same room as some of our city’s best advocates and organizers. Let’s discuss how a People’s Budget would address the chronic underfunding of our needs.
Help to make the People’s Budget Town Hall a success. Here are two ways you can lend a hand. We hugely appreciate anything you are able to do.
Come - Mark Tuesday, October 27 on your calendar and come to the People’s Budget Town Hall. We need to pack City Hall!
Mobilize - Help us promote the event. Please forward this email to everyone you know who may be interested. Visit the Facebook Event, share it and invite all your friends. Please tweet about it, too.
Let’s do it! Together we can lay the foundation for a budget that fully funds all of our city's basic human needs. We can make this city a livable place for all, rather than a playground for the rich.
Solidarity,
Kshama Sawant
Questions? Contact Adam Ziemkowski in Kshama Sawant's office: adam.ziemkowski@seattle.gov; 206-684-8016
eridani
(51,907 posts)All around us, innovators are building cooperative, ethical, and community-rooted enterprises, reclaiming the commons, and democratizing and reorienting finance. We are finding new ways to share skills and goods, measure success, and meet growing human needs on a finite planet. At the same time, our growing mobilizations in the streets are building power to resist and replace unjust systems. Through all of these efforts, a movement is emerging that could change our society and the world. Join us to meet other advocates and practitioners, build a shared narrative, and strengthen the emergent local network for systemic change.
The New Economy Get-Together is a flagship event of the national New Economy Week 2015. Now in its third year, and for the first time with a Seattle event, New Economy Week 2015 will challenge us to explore what systemic change really looks like. We hope that by drawing attention to big ideas and concrete examples of real solutions, we will expand the public conversation and what’s politically possible, bringing us closer to a just, sustainable, and democratic society.
When? November 13, 2015 – 5-7 pm
Where? Impact HUB Seattle, Pioneer Square
(220 Second Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104)
http://rethinkingprosperity.org/event-registration/?ee=3
eridani
(51,907 posts)What: Making Retirement Security Real for Everyone Workshop
When: Friday, October 30, 10 a.m. - noon
Where: Seattle office Washington State Labor Council,
321 16th Ave. S. (Jackson & 16th Ave. S.) Street parking in
area.
PSARA's Education Committee, led by Mark McDermott, has developed an inspiring and interactive workshop that provides historical background on how Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid were won by our ancestors over great resistance and how we can carry this fight forward.
The workshop will educate and inspire us to build a movement toward a more secure retirement for all people and generations. We demand that retirement security programs be expanded and that our elected representatives support this effort.
We want to build a statewide movement fighting for expanded retirement security. We need help from our members all around Washington (and even nationally!) to bring this workshop to other organizations and venues.
Please attend this workshop and then help us to spread the word as we work to build this movement.
We will also be showing the new video Don't Wanna Work Til We Die. If you are unable to attend the workshop, here is a link to the new video. What: Making Retirement Security Real for Everyone Workshop
When: Friday, October 30, 10 a.m. - noon
Where: Seattle office Washington State Labor Council,
321 16th Ave. S. (Jackson & 16th Ave. S.) Street parking in
area.
PSARA's Education Committee, led by Mark McDermott, has developed an inspiring and interactive workshop that provides historical background on how Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid were won by our ancestors over great resistance and how we can carry this fight forward.
The workshop will educate and inspire us to build a movement toward a more secure retirement for all people and generations. We demand that retirement security programs be expanded and that our elected representatives support this effort.
We want to build a statewide movement fighting for expanded retirement security. We need help from our members all around Washington (and even nationally!) to bring this workshop to other organizations and venues.
Please attend this workshop and then help us to spread the word as we work to build this movement.
We will also be showing the new video Don't Wanna Work Til We Die. If you are unable to attend the workshop, here is a link to the new video.
eridani
(51,907 posts)The fight for the Arctic might be over for now, but the fight for a fossil-free northwest is still ongoing. Join us for our next SNAC meeting as we figure out how to take the energy of sHell No! and use it to stop the many fossil fuel projects slated for Washington.
Next SNAC Meeting – Monday, November 2nd
Our next SNAC meeting will be Monday, November 2nd at 6:30 PM at the Hillman City Colaboratory, 5623 Rainier Avenue South. We’ll be discussing where to take SNAC now that drilling in the Arctic has been canceled for now!
eridani
(51,907 posts)Not Another Haiyan, Climate Justice Now! – Nov. 7th, 11 AM, Beacon Food Forest.
In 2013 the largest storm in history, Typhoon Haiyan, devastated the Philippines. On Nov. 7th, we will March to remember the victims and survivors of Typhoon Haiyan and climate disasters worldwide. While we do we demand an end to fossil fuel exports driving these disasters and the systems of imperialism, capitalism and CO2lonialism that created this and other disasters,
Peoples in the Global South bear the least responsibility for the climate crisis, but every year they face more and more of its devastating impacts. Meanwhile U.S. Corporations plan to extract the dirtiest coal and oil and ship it overseas to the Global South, where much of it will power further extractive neo-colonial land grabs and devastation.
Proponents of fossil fuel exports argue that people in India, China and East Asia are demanding our dirtiest energy. But on Nov. 7th climate activists will stand with our allies in the Pinay, South Asian and Chinese communities to say NO to dirty energy exports, CO2lonialism and more climate chaos.
Join us: https://actionnetwork.org/events/not-another-haiyan-climate-justice-now
March from Beacon Hill - Seattle's historically Filipino community, into Georgetown site of some of Seattle's worst environmental justice and the staging grounds for fossil fuel exports!
Wear Blue.
liberal_at_heart
(12,081 posts)thread to gather information like that. Thank you.
eridani
(51,907 posts)eridani
(51,907 posts)You're invited to join us for this month's Volunteer Work Party: this Thursday, October 29, from 1-4pm, in our office located at 314 First Avenue South (delayed a week from its normal schedule due to the Auction). We hope you can join us to connect with fellow bicycling advocates and provide an invaluable help to our mission to support a bicycle-friendly state. We'll be preparing a mailing, catching up -- and, of course, helping ourselves to an assortment of snacks.
If this is your first time coming to one of our work parties, and/or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the number or email below. Also, please RSVP so I know how much food to get -- and let me know if you have any special food requests or dietary restrictions.
Thanks for everything you do!
Elly Bangs
Operations Manager
Washington Bikes
314 1st Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98104
206.224.9252 x300
eridani
(51,907 posts)Don’t miss the opportunity to meet author and activist Deepa Iyer as she tours the country with her new book, We Too Sing America: South Asian, Arab, Muslim, and Sikh Immigrants Shape our Multiracial Future.
In We Too Sing America, nationally renowned activist Deepa Iyer catalogs recent racial flash points, from the 2012 massacre at the Sikh gurdwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, to the violent opposition to the Islamic Center of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and to the Park 51 Community Center in Lower Manhattan. Iyer explores issues in today’s headlines, including xenophobia, Islamophobia, and racial anxiety through accessible language that blends personal narratives and storytelling with critical policy analysis. Iyer explores the role of the state in perpetuating racism through detentions, national registration programs, police profiling, and constant surveillance. Through the perspectives of young South Asian, Muslim, Arab, and Sikh activists who are part of new movements, including those of undocumented youth and Black Lives Matter, the book delves into how our racial identities and solidarities are shifting as demographics change in America.
Join Iyer around the country for book readings and race talks that include the voices of local activists. To set up a workshop or forum around the themes of the book, please email deepa@deepaiyer.com and visit www.deepaiyer.com.
Seattle, WA, 12/1: Town Hall
eridani
(51,907 posts)We’re reaching the end of October and that means the Green Gala is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, November 14th from 6pm – 9:30pm at the Seattle Waterfront Marriott for our annual dinner and auction.
November 6th is the last day to register, so make sure to purchase your tickets today by clicking the button below.
https://wecprotects.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/GreenGala/Registration/tabid/690032/Default.aspx
We are honored to welcome Wade Crowfoot, Deputy Cabinet Secretary & Senior Advisor to California’s Governor Brown, as this year’s guest speaker. Wade focuses primarily on environmental policy, climate change and energy and has been at the forefront of California’s fight against climate change for many years. Wade has also championed environmental justice issues throughout his career, a highlight of this work came during his time as West Coast Political Director of the Environmental Defense Fund where he helped build a diverse coalition in California to successfully defend climate change legislation passed in 2006.
Wade will be an inspiring and insightful speaker for us as we forge our own path to ensure a bright future for Washington State. Check him out, here:
Besides hearing from Wade, you’ll get to bid on a wide range of auction items, from an Xbox to a stay at Alderbrook Lodge on the Hood Canal to gear from Patagonia. Once you’ve secured your bids, step up to the photo booth, sip on signature cocktails, and celebrate with friends new and old.
This event is your chance to have a good time and hear about Washington Environmental Council’s work to protect Washington’s land, air and water.
I hope you’ll be part of this special evening!
Becky
Becky Kelley
President
eridani
(51,907 posts)[Seattle AWIS]: November 18th, - A Visit to the Center for Infectious Disease Research
THIS MONTH: Seattle AWIS and Center for Infectious Disease Research present
CIDR Site Visit
Wednesday, November 18th, 6:00 p.m.
Come learn about the exciting and innovative research at the Center for Infectious Disease Research, the largest independent, non-profit organization focused on infectious disease. Our scientists strive to develop diagnostic tools, vaccines, and treatments for some of the world’s most devastating diseases, including tuberculosis, malaria, and HIV.
Our distinguished panelists are:
Laura Green, Ph.D. – Postdoctoral Scientist, Sherman Lab
Alexis Kaushansky, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor
Suzanne McDermott, Ph.D. – Postdoctoral scientist, Stuart Lab
Ashley Vaughan, Ph.D. – Senior scientist, Kappe Lab
Lisa Shelton, RNP and Emma Fritzen, M.S. – Malaria Clinical Trials Center
Marilyn Parsons, Ph.D. - Professor
Shahin Shafiani, Ph.D. – Senior Scientist, Urdahl Lab
Event Schedule:
6:00 p.m. - Networking and Refreshments
6:30 p.m. - Introductions
6:45 p.m. - Short Talks from Scientists
7:30 p.m. - Lab tours
7:45 p.m. - Networking and Dessert
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
AWIS meetings are FREE and ALL are welcome –members, non-members, women and men!
Location:
Center for Infectious Disease Research
307 Westlake Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109
Parking:
** Street parking and lots are available in the area.**
eridani
(51,907 posts)What: A viewing of "Storied Streets," a documentary on homelessness
When: Monday, November 9 2015 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Grand Cinema, 606 S. Fawcett Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402
Detailed description of event: Join the PLU and UPS Habitat Campus Chapters for a viewing of "Storied Streets," a documentary that follows several individuals experiencing homelessness on their journey to find housing. The film will be followed by a discussion led by a panel of representatives from nonprofits and shelters in the area. Donations will be accepted at the door and will benefit the PLU and UPS Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapters. RSVP for a moving and eye-opening evening!
Sponsoring organizations:
Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity
Pacific Lutheran University Habitat Campus Chapter
University of Puget Sound Habitat Campus Chapter
Contact for more information:
Tori Dost tdost@tpc-habitat.org (253) 627-5626 x 108
Website for more information: http://tpchabitatfilmnight.bpt.me
eridani
(51,907 posts)2) Join us for this important event on Saturday, Nov 7th:
SNAC has agreed to endorse the November 7th Not Another Haiyan! Climate Justice Now! event, organized by a number of groups that have been a part of ShellNo!
In 2013, the largest storm in history, Typhoon Haiyan, devastated the Philippines. On Nov. 7th, we will March to remember the victims and survivors of Typhoon Haiyan and climate disasters worldwide. While we do this, we demand an end to fossil fuel exports driving these disasters and the systems of imperialism, capitalism and CO2lonialism that created this and other disasters.
Join us at 11 am at BeaconFood Forest:
https://actionnetwork.org/events/not-another-haiyan-climate-justice-now.
March from Beacon Hill - Seattle's historically Filipino community, into Georgetown site of some of Seattle's worst environmental justice and the staging grounds for fossil fuel exports! Wear Blue.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1651375285148235/
For justice,
ShellNo! Action Council Logistics Team
eridani
(51,907 posts)What: Native American Perspectives on Sovereignty with Senator John McCoy
When: Tuesday, November 10, 10 a.m. - noon
Where: Seattle office Washington State Labor Council,
321 16th Ave. S. (Jackson & 16th Ave. S.) Street parking in
area.
PSARA's Diversity Committee is sponsoring a conversation with Sen. John McCoy, the only self-identified Native American in the Washington State Senate. Senator McCoy will discuss topics such as tribal recognition, tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, and issues and challenges facing indigenous people in Washington.
Senator McCoy represents the 38th District which includes Everett, Marysville and Tulalip communities in Snohomish County.
Please attend this this interesting event and support the work of PSARA's Diversity Committee.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Tacoma: Free Viewing of "A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story," a Documentary on Bullying 11/05
http://www.thepierceprogressive.org/actionalertlizzievelasquezfilm
Tuesday, November 3, 2015 - 16:38
What: Free Screening: "A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story"
When: November 5th, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Grand Cinema, 606 S. Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
A documentary following the life of Lizzie Velasquez, her triumphant journey to the other side of bullying, and her mission to inspire and empower a more positive online environment. Tickets are free to the public, sponsored by Annie Wright Schools, and are available on a first come, first served basis at The Grand starting one hour before the show.
A documentary following the inspiring journey of 26-year-old, 58-pound Lizzie from cyber-bullying victim to anti-bullying activist.
Born with a rare syndrome that prevents her from gaining weight, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Velasquez was first bullied as a child in school for looking different and, later on line, as a teenager when she discovered a YouTube video labeling her "The World's Ugliest Woman."
The film chronicles unheard stories and details of Lizzie's physical and emotional journey up to her multi-million-viewed TEDx talk, and follows her pursuit from a motivational speaker to Capitol Hill as she lobbies for the first federal anti-bullying bill.
eridani
(51,907 posts)What: Retired CIA Officer in Tacoma to Talk About Iran, part of a continuing series titled "The Mess in the Middle East."
When: The event takes place at the University Place Library at 7:15 p.m.
Where: The University Place Library is located at 3609 Market Pl W #100, U.P., WA 98466 (REALLY: Bridgeport, between South 35th & South 37th, close to Whole Foods).
Elizabeth Murray, who retired from the CIA in 2010 after a 27-year career, will be in Tacoma on Monday evening, November 9 to talk about the Iran Deal. She will share the stage with Dr. Steve Niva, a Middle East expert on the Evergreen State College (Olympia) faculty. They will be speaking on "Why the Iran Deal Makes Us Safer and Is Good for the U.S."
Elizabeth Murray specialized in Middle Eastern political and media analysis. During her final two years with the CIA, she was on special assignment to the National Intelligence Council where she served as Deputy National Intelligence Officer for the Near East. From 1989 to 1991 she worked in Amman, Jordan, monitoring the speeches of Saddam Hussein. She then traveled extensively in the Middle East in the 1990s. Murray is a member of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS) and Sam Adams Associates for Integrity in Intelligence. She speaks Arabic, German, and Spanish.
Steve Niva teaches International Politics and Middle East Studies at the Evergreen State College in Olympia. His primary areas of research and writing include U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East; the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; and asymmetric warfare, counterinsurgency and political violence in the Middle East. He has written for and served on the editorial board of Middle East Report magazine (www.merip.org), and his recent writings have also appeared in Middle East Report, Peace Review, Al-Ahram Weekly, The Seattle Times, Open Democracy, Foreign Policy in Focus and Security Dialogueamong others.
This event is co-sponsored by United for Peace of Pierce County and the Tacoma chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace. For more information, write to Tacoma@JewishVoiceForPeace.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Join us on November 19th for Puget Sound Sage's Annual Cocktail Reception at the Westin as we honor Michael Woo for his lifelong commitment to racial and economic justice!
MICHAEL WOO, 2015 Visionary for Justice Awardee
Michael Woo began organizing rank and file construction workers in the 1970s to ensure good jobs for communities of color. As a union member himself, he has always seen unity among tradespeople as the path to justice and transformation of the industry.
Over the years, he helped found and grow many organizations and organizing efforts, including LELO, FAST Jobs and Got Green. He has led the fight and helped win groundbreaking workforce agreements across the region.
Most recently, he built and led a multi-sector coalition to pass Priority Hire in Seattle City Council this past January. This groundbreaking policy ensures that a high percentage of living wage, union construction jobs will go to workers of color, women and other workers living locally in high poverty zip codes in our city.
Michael Woo
Michael Woo, one of the recipients of our 2015 Visionary for Justice Award.
Michael’s most enduring legacy are the generations of leaders, young and old, he has inspired to take up the fight for racial justice. As Michael steps down from the Sage Board this year, we honor him for this lifetime of spirit, vision and tireless commitment to grassroots change!
Reception tickets start at $50. Advocate tickets are $100 and include entry into a raffle drawing, with amazing local prizes including a three-month gym membership to Anytime Fitness, $100 gift certificates to Edgewater and Chippy's Fish & Drink, private tour and tasting for up to 15 guests at OOLA Distillery, gift cards to Georgetown Brewing, Cupcake Royale, Essential Baking Company and many more! Champion tickets are $150 and include entry into the raffle drawing, as well as the opportunity to bring a friend for free.
Purchase Tickets Here
https://pugetsoundsage.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=182
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Ngam Nguyen at ngam@pugetsoundsage.org or at (206) 568-5000 ext. 25.
eridani
(51,907 posts)FRI Nov 20, 7:30-9AM
WA Fair Trade Coalition Annual Breakfast
Join the Washington Fair Trade Coalition and Velma Veloria for a Fair Trade Breakfast fundraiser to learn what steps we can take here in Washington State to fight trafficking and push for fair trade policies.
Hosted by IAM District Lodge 751, 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle.Tickets can be purchased online here. Cost: $50 individual tickets; Contact Gillian for sliding scale options.
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2375868
gillian@washingtonfairtrade.org <gillian@washingtonfairtrade.org>
What does trade policy have to do with human trafficking?
In July, Malaysia was upgraded from the human trafficking blacklist to the warning list by the U.S. Department of State Human Trafficking Report, despite recent discoveries of hundreds of mass graves and trafficking camps. The outcry from human rights groups was immediate, as Malaysia forms part of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a massive new free trade agreement in the works, and every indicator was that the upgrade was a political move as trade negotiations neared an end. For the last 20 years, NAFTA-style free trade policies have pushed a particular form of globalization on the world, making it easier for the largest companies to scour the world looking for cheap labor, while simultaneously undoing price controls that keep staple foods affordable, and stripping indigenous and poor communities of their rights to communally managed land and water resources. This mass destabilization of local societies leaves entire groups of people disenfranchised, desperate, and vulnerable to being trafficked.
Velma Veloria, former State Representative and longtime anti-trafficking advocate in Washington, argues that neoliberal trade creates many of the push and pull factors that lead to trafficking. "Forms of slavery and human trafficking are not just outcomes of globalization; they are part of the... process itself."
eridani
(51,907 posts)The New Economy Get - Together: Friday, Nov 13th
We're happy to be partnering with numerous community organizations to bring you The New Economy Get-Together, Seattle's flagship event of the national New Economy Week 2015.
When: Friday, November 13, 5:00-7:00 pm
Where: Impact HUB - 220 Second Ave S, Seattle (map)
Free: Advance Registration Required
REGISTER
All around us, innovators are building cooperative, ethical, and community-rooted enterprises, reclaiming the commons, and democratizing and reorienting finance. We hope that by drawing attention to big ideas and concrete examples of real solutions, we will expand the public conversation and what’s politically possible, bringing us closer to a just, sustainable, and democratic society. Join the conversation and connect with like-minded innovators. We hope to see you there!
eridani
(51,907 posts)Meaningful Movies Tacoma film "The House I Live In": Tacoma 11/20
Monday, November 16, 2015 - 17:55
What: Meaningful Movies Tacoma film "The House I Live In"
When: Nov 20th at 7 p.m.
Where: Center for Spiritual Living, 206 N "J" St., Tacoma. WA
"The House I Live In" captures heart-wrenching stories from individuals at all levels of America's War on Drugs. From the dealer to the grieving mother, the narcotics officer to the senator, the inmate to the federal judge, the film offers a penetrating look inside America's longest war. See Event Flyer.
Facilitated discussion following the film.
Open to the public. Admission by donation.
www.meaningfulmovies.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)https://forterra.org/event/holiday-open-house
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
We look forward to this event every year! We get to hang out with some pretty awesome people including fellow Forterrans, partners, supporters and new friends that show up for the festivities. We’ll have tasty treats, drinks and plenty of laughter.
Will you be there? We hope so. Come alone or bring friends and family.
Forterra Main Office
901 5th Avenue, Suite 2200 98164
Name: Mandy Gregory
Phone: 206-905-6944
Email: mgregory@forterra.org
eridani
(51,907 posts)Social Justice Fund Displacement & Justice Forum
November 21st, 2015
Come out to support SAFE in Session 1 Housing is a Human Right
Why We Fight - How We Win: Social Justice Stories from the Field
On Saturday, November 21, 2015 - 10:00am to 5:00pm at New Tomorrow, 1417 10th Ave, Seattle, Washington 98122 (10th & E Pike)
SPACE IS LIMITED. RSVP for Session 1 now by replying to this email and SAFE will put you on our guest
list! This is a free event. All guests will be invited to make a meaningful gift that will go towards
the panel organizations.
Session 1:
HOUSING IS A HUMAN RIGHT: DISPLACEMENT & RESISTANCE IN RURAL & URBAN COMMUNITIES
10AM - 1PM
Homeowners stand up to bank foreclosures & corporate landlords like Blackstone. Tenants face rising rents & no-cause evictions across the region. Rural communities experience displacement from the loss of public services and lack of infrastructure. How can we build the movement for housing justice? What are the points of connection between rural and urban communities?
Learn from Social Justice Fund NW grantees working for housing justice: Standing Against Foreclosure & Eviction, Community Alliance of Tenants, and Rural Organizing Project. Get grounded in the issues, ask your questions, and meet others in the social justice community.
All funds will support their urgent work of Economic Justice in the Northwest via Social Justice Fund
NW.
You can RSVP separately to Session 2:
THE ANATOMY OF A VICTORY – ENDING YOUTH DETENTION IN SEATTLE/KING COUNTY
2PM - 5 PM
On September 21, 2015 the Seattle City Council passed an historic resolution with a goal to end youth incarceration and directed the City to adopt policies eliminating the necessity for youth imprisonment. How did this happen? What does it mean for Seattle’s youth? Join us for a discussion with community leaders from Ending the Prison Industrial Complex (EPIC) as they guide us through their process of creating an historic win to end the School-to-Prison pipeline for youth in Seattle/King County.
All funds will support their urgent work of Criminal Justice and Black-Led organizing in the Northwest via Social Justice Fund NW.
Directions:
The New Tomorrow art space is located on 10th Ave. just off of Pike St. in Capitol Hill. Please enter through the door located next to Sweatbox Yoga studio. Walk down the long hallway all the way to the end.
Accessibility Information:
Light food and refreshments provided. Venue is wheelchair accessible. Gender-neutral bathroom. Limited street parking available and accessible via public transportation. If you have any questions about this event or have additional accessibility needs please contact rebecca@socialjusticefund.org
WE SHALL NOT BE MOVED!
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
You can reach us at safeinseattle.info@gmail.com or 206-203-2125
Please visit our website: www.SAFEinSeattle.org
Visit SAFE’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/SAFE-in-Seattle
eridani
(51,907 posts)Walmart workers are taking action this Black Friday. They are struggling for respect from the largest employer in America. Walmart employees are paid such low wages that many have to skip meals, make sacrifices so that their children can eat, and go to work hungry.
Meanwhile, Walmart workers are not allowed to use their company 10% discount on healthy food including meat, eggs, vegetables or even bread. The average Walmart worker has less than $5 per day to spend on food for themselves and their families. By that same measure, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon would have $5,225 a day.
This year, in the 15 days leading up to Black Friday, Nov. 27, Walmart workers and their supporters across the country are conducting fasts to call attention to the shameful treatment of Walmart employees.FastFor15 is fifteen days of action led by Walmart workers fasting.They are standing witness at Walton homes, Board of Directors homes and Walmart stores and offices.
- On Monday, Nov. 23 - the Puget Sound area's local day of fasting - by either abstaining from eating or eating only what you can buy for $4.95. Join fasters at Seattle's Westlake Plaza, 4th & Pine, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday.
- Join the Black Friday protests on Friday, Nov. 27:
- FEDERAL WAY - At 10 a.m., meet at the Federal Way Walmart, 1900 S. 314th St.
- MOUNT VERNON - At 10 a.m. meet at the Mount Vernon Walmart, 2301 Freeway Dr. Meet at the Southeast corner of the parking lot.
We will be able to support Walmart workers by signing the petition to get Walmart to extend its 10% employee discount to cover all food. We will stand in solidarity as food is distributed to Walmart workers reflecting the amount of $$s the Walmart CEO is paid daily to cover his food costs.
While the Waltons own more wealth than the bottom 42% of our country, Walmart workers are struggling every day to put food on the table.
eridani
(51,907 posts)DECEMBER: Seattle AWIS presents Applications of Nanotechnology
Wednesday, December 16th, 6:00 p.m.
Come join us to learn about current nanotechnology research and applications for biotechnology industry. Our panelists will discuss current research in the field of drug delivery using nanoscale particles and engineered materials for modulation of biological processes. We will also learn about education options for getting into the nanotechnology field and connecting with various academic and industry partners in our region.
Our distinguished panelists are:
Graciela Matrajt, PhD -SHINE Managing Director, North Seattle College
Suzie Pun, PhD -Professor of Bioengineering, University of Washington
Event Schedule:
6:00 pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30 pm – Introductions and Program
7:45 pm – Networking and Dessert
Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building
AWIS meetings are FREE , and ALL are welcome –members, non-members, women and men!
Pre-registration is not required for this event.
Parking:
Free parking in Visitor lots and after 5:00 PM in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA)
Paid parking is also available on the street and across Fairview Ave. N.
eridani
(51,907 posts)http://www.thepierceprogressive.org/actionalertthischangeseverything
What: Free showing of the film "This Changes Everything"
When: Friday, December 18, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Center For Spiritual Living, 206 North J St. Tacoma, WA
Following the COP15 Paris Climate Action event the film produced and directed by Avi Lewis and inspired by the international best seller by Naomi Klein will be screening at The Center For Spiritual Living, 206 North J St. Tacoma, WA. "This Changes Everything" is an epic attempt to re-imagine the vast challenge of climate change. Naomi Klein underscores our ability to seize the existential crisis of climate change to transform our failed economic system into something radically better.
Filmed in nine countries and five continents over four years, "This Changes Everything" presents seven powerful portraits of communities on the front lines, from Montana’s Powder River Basin to the Alberta Tar Sands, from the coast of South India to Beijing and beyond.
Please join us following the film for a facilitated community discussion on how to become actively involved in working toward climate justice. MMT is FREE to the public, however, donations are graciously accepted.
You can learn more about Meaningful Movies at http://meaningfulmovies.org.
Special Thanks To Our Cosponsors: 350Seattle.org, League of Women Voters Puget Sound, Sage, Cool Mom, Sightline Institute, WA Environmental Council, The Sierra Club, Puget Sound Advocates for Retirement Action, The Alliance for Jobs and Clean Energy, Earth Ministry/Washington Interfaith Power and Light, Washington Democratic Environmental Caucus.
eridani
(51,907 posts)This summit is an introductory event, open to all individuals and groups interested in learning more about the mortgage crisis and what can be done to mitigate the detrimental effects it has had on our local economy, housing, homelessness, family structures and education.
SUNDAY 13 DECEMBER 2015
Bethany United Church of Christ
6230 Beacon Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98108
3:00pm to 5:00pm
Networking to follow
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The Mortgage Crisis has had a direct impact on Washington State housing, property values, rental rates, homelessness and education.
Some laws and policies have been put in place in an attempt to address issues, but many laws are
nadequate or not being enforced. More legislation needs to be implemented. Additional assistance needs to be given to struggling borrowers or displaced homeowners.
If you are a policy maker or journalist wanting to gain a better understanding of the issues, a member of a non-profit or faith based organization assisting those most affected, a troubled homeowner suffering alone in silence or just a concerned citizen trying to find out what can be done to help, please come and join us for an honest and open discussion aimed at bringing about positive change.
Marie McDonnell of McDonnell Property Analytics will be this session’s keynote speaker.McDonnell Property Analytics was recently commissioned by the City of Seattle to conduct a review of mortgage documents filed in the King County public records to determine if the documents filed were in accordance with Washington State law.McDonnell Property Analytics has provided its expertise in landmark foreclosure and mortgage fraud cases across the nation (see examples below) and has leveraged this knowledge with systems capable of analyzing very large amounts of case files/documents.
Ms. McDonnell will be sharing the results of this audit. You will be shocked by the findings.After the keynote presentation, various groups will present the reality of the rippling effect these mortgage practices have had on the economies of our local communities.You’ll be left with some practical steps you can take to assist in making a difference.
An open microphone will be allocated for a Questions and Answers session.
Event sponsors will be available for sharing their specific offerings/information.
Come and learn why it is important to YOU!
For further review please view the short trailer:
As well as the ten-minute focus video produced by McDonnell analytics:
……both available on our Facebook page.
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SPONSORS
Mortgage Movies
KKNW’s The Susan Harmon Hour
John Retherford
The Law Office of Jeff Jared
The Law Office of Scott Stafne
The Susan Harman Hour
The Law Office of Richard Jones
The Church of the Gardens
SAFE
WA CAN
Working WA
McDonnell Analytics
eridani
(51,907 posts)SAT Dec 19, 5:00 - 8:30PM
Food Access, Food Sovereignty, and Farmworker Solidarity:
Dinner & Panel Discussion
Location - Southside Commons: 3518 E Edmunds St, Seattle WA 98118.
We are experiencing unprecedented numbers of extreme fires, floods, hurricanes, and droughts and it’s only getting worse. Lost livelihoods and economic instability forces people to migrate from their homes.
How is it that the providers of the world's food, the majority of whom are women, are the most food insecure and don't have the means to feed their families? The current economic system, build on exploiting people and the natural systems we all depend on for life, is the root cause of climate chaos and inequity. We need to transition our economy to one that places people and the planet above lining the pockets of the rich. Come enjoy tamales and other holiday delights and learn from some folks struggling for a just transition to a people and planet-centered economy. Speakers will include folks from Community to Community, Community Alliance for Global Justice, and Got Green. Food and childcare will be provided.
eridani
(51,907 posts)December 6, 12:00 - 1:30 PM Dr. Richard H. Gammon will be returning to Westside to discuss the science, the politics and the immorality of climate change. Dr. Gammon is a professor emeritus from the University of Washington and an expert on climate change. He is also a wonderful speaker who speaks from the heart about finding hope and love in a world that is suffering from the effects of environmental degradation. (Louise Stonington from the Citizen's Climate Lobby will speak afterwards about ways we can take action!)
Westside Unitarian Church
Address: 7141 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136
Phone
206) 935-0418
If you have questions, please contact the Westside Unitarian Church.
eridani
(51,907 posts)Taste some great local beer (we recommend the ESB!), play some cornhole, and support Puget Sound
Sage’s mission to grow communities where all workers and all families thrive!Peddler Brewing Company in Ballard has generously partnered with Sage to host Pints for Puget Sound
Sage on Wednesday, December 9th!
PINTS FOR PUGET SOUND SAGE
Wednesday, Dec. 9th from 4-10 pm
Peddler Brewing Co. (1514 NW Leary Way)
Peddler Brewing will donate $1/pint from all beers sold between the hours of 4-10pm to support Sage’s programs to ensure all workers and families have good jobs, affordable housing, accessible transit, and a clean, healthy environment.
We'd love to see you there! Invite friends, family - young and old - and join us in celebrating another year of big wins for workers and families in the Puget Sound!
eridani
(51,907 posts)It is disturbing how many attacks lately have targeted women’s health clinics. Even here in Washington, a domestic terrorist set fire to the Pullman clinic, causing extensive damage.
Extremists emboldened by the false and misleading videos about Planned Parenthood have systemically targeted community health clinics, their doctors, and the men and women who seek health care.
At this painful moment, we need to come together as a community to say we stand united against senseless acts of violence. We are joining with our friends at Planned Parenthood this Saturday, December 12, at a solidarity rally to remember the lives of those who have died and to show our support for women’s private medical decisions.
Will you join us on Saturday to stand up to gun violence and say, "Enough is enough"?
Yes! I’ll come to the gathering on Saturday!
Event details
WHAT: Planned Parenthood rally
WHERE: Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest and Hawaiian Islands office, 2001 E Madison St
Seattle, at the park on the west side of the building
WHEN: Saturday December 12 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Thanks for all that you do,
Sara and the entire team at Fuse
eridani
(51,907 posts)Sunday Dec 13th
4:00 pm
Pacific Place
600 Pine Street
downtown Seattle
Can you join us as we rekindle our commitment to justice here in Durham on the eigth night of Hannukah?Come stand with us in support of refugees, and condemning racism & Islamophobia.
Where: Pacific Place, 600 Pine Street, Seattle
When: Sunday Dec 13th, 4:00pm
We will be holding nine signs, which, together, are in the shape of a Chanukah menorah. Each sign contains an injustice that we recommit ourselves to challenging.
Each night of Chanukah, Jews in different cities will hold up these signs and read aloud each commitment in a public space.
Our night to rekindle our commitments in Seattle is Sunday, December 13th-- will you be there with us?
We come together:
refusing to be silent about anti-Muslim and racist hate speech and hate crimes;
condemning state surveillance of the Muslim community;
challenging institutionalized racism and state-sanctioned anti-Black violence;
protesting the use of Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism to justify Israel’s repressive
policies against Palestinians; and
welcoming Syrian refugees and standing strong for immigrants’ and refugee rights.
We hope you will stand with us in Seattle on Dec 13th -- together, our calls for justice will reverberate all across the country.
In struggle,
Jewish Voice for Peace, Seattle Chapter
eridani
(51,907 posts)Meeting tomorrow at Uptown Espresso (500 Westlake) 12-2pm. We will be doing outreach afterwards at Westlake Center. Let me know if you want to join us.
We will hit the headlines, discuss Washington state, national, and international marijuana law reform news and make some strategic goals for 2016.
I’ll bring some materials so we can make Christmas cards for some of the women who are prisoners as a result of the failed and cruel war on drugs.
We will collect any toys or donations for Mary’s Place. They are an awesome organization dedicated to ensuring no child sleeps outside. The donations will go to the holiday shops where the kids get to “shop” for presents for the parents and vice versa. If you have something you’d like to donate, but you cant make the meeting, let me know and we can try arrange a pick up.
Bring your ideas, your questions, and your friends.
eridani
(51,907 posts)This coming Thursday, Dec. 17, beginning at noon with a delicious potluck lunch at the Greenwood Community Senior Center, 525 North 85th St., Seattle, PSARA will have our annual general membership meeting and holiday party.
We ask our members to participate in our annual elections and hear and respond to the significant organizational plans for the next several years.
There will be lots of good food and time to socialize.
Please RSVP to Maureen Bo at adminvp@psara.org or call the office, 206-448-9646 and let us know if you will bring a main dish, salad, dessert or soft drink to share at the party.
Also, please consider bringing non-perishable food or drink items or cash for the ML King County Labor County Food Bank.
We really hope you will be able to join us this coming Thursday.