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May 1 (Friday) - Music / Entertainment
Socialism 2009 Launch Party featuring Revolutionary Hip Hop by Son of Nun
The road may be long, but the wind is at our back. Obama said in a recent meeting with CEOs, "My administration is the only thing between you and the pitchforks." We need to say to Obama, "If you don't mind, please get out of the way." more...
April 28 (Tuesday) - Workshop / Training
Introduction to Sociocracy (Part 2)
Dynamic Governance, also known as Sociocracy, is a cutting-edge system of running organizations that uses systems and chaos theories. Organizations using this model are powerful, flexible, efficient and fun. Using old and new forms of structure and decision-making means it is a hybrid of efficiency and equality.
(Part 1 is not required to attend Part 2!) more...
April 27 (Monday) - Workshop / Training
Introduction to Sociocracy
Dynamic Governance, also known as Sociocracy, is a cutting-edge system of running organizations that uses systems and chaos theories. Organizations using this model are powerful, flexible, efficient and fun. Using old and new forms of structure and decision-making means it is a hybrid of efficiency and equality. more...
April 26 (Sunday) - Other
Drag Bingo at Cafe Met!
Don’t miss this awesome event that includes all you need in an evening of fun and fancy: cheap booze, low lights, a high-class drag queen hostess, and tons of prizes to be won. Plus, it’s a fundraiser for a good cause, so you even get to feel good about spending a little bit of cash.
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April 24 (Friday) - Other
Celebrate the Release of Mumia's Latest Book on His Birthday!
MORE THAN A BOOK RELEASE PARTY
Come celebrate the release of Mumia Abu-Jamal's latest book on his birthday! Join us for spoken word, poetry and celebration at Hidmo Restaurant, 2000 South Jackson, April 24 from 6:30 to 8:30. more...
April 24 (Friday) - Film / Video
Mountainfilm on Tour 2009
Mountainfilm on Tour is a mix of some of the best films from Mountainfilm in Telluride film festival which is held every year in Telluride, Colorado. Mountainfilm features short films covering experiences in art, adventure, culture and the environment. more...
April 24 (Friday) - Film / Video
Walk Right In
Fundraiser and networking event for a new film to engender a discussion on race, school reform, and the diminishing opportunities for higher education available to young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
Admission is free as is parking which is readily available. Refreshments will be served. more...
April 24 (Friday) - Workshop / Training
Camp Wellstone Seattle
Wellstone Action's flagship progressive training for grassroots activists, campaign workers, and future candidates is coming to Seattle, April 24-26! more...
April 24 (Friday) - Film / Video
Yale Summer High School Story
WHAT: A special pre-screening of an abridged version of Walk Right In, the Yale Summer High School Story, with the opportunity to provide feedback to the filmmakers. Admission is free but donations are requested. All donations go towards post-production and film completion. more...
April 23 (Thursday) - Music / Entertainment
We Are All Workers! - Fundraiser for May 1st March & Rally
Please come join the Washington Immigrant Rights Action Coalition and El Comite for an evening of live music, guerilla theater, and good company. All proceeds from the event will go towards the upcoming May 1st March & Rally. more...
April 22 (Wednesday) - Meeting
Repeal Prop 8 PRIDE Contingent
PRIDE is coming up. Let's continue the momentum of the Repeal Prop 8 movement started last fall with a Repeal Prop 8/Amendment 2 contingent in this year's PRIDE parade! more...
April 19 (Sunday) - Meeting
Get to know Radical Women
Looking for a place to get involved? Get to know Radical women! more...
April 19 (Sunday) - Lecture / Talk
Which side is the Obama Administration on?
Presentation and discussion on the Obama administration’s moves on: War;The Economy; Cuba; Education and more!
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April 15 (Wednesday) - Music / Entertainment
Raise It! Sweet Crude Freedom Mix Benefit Concert
Sweet Crude is a documentary film about the Niger Delta & oil extraction in Nigeria. Come celebrate the 1-yr anniversary of our crew’s release from Nigerian military custody & hear the songs that got them through a terrifying night ride to prison. National artists and local faves perform. Proceeds go toward finishing funds for the film. more...
April 15 (Wednesday) - Panel / Forum
From Stonewall to Prop 8: The Fight for LGBT LIberation
How do we strengthen the movement by taking up the questions of racism, sexism, immigrant rights, labor, war, and other issues? Join the International Socialist Organization, Haymarket Books, and Sherry Wolf for a lively discussion of the key questions of the political period.
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April 15 (Wednesday) - Panel / Forum
From Stonewall to Prop 8: The Fiight for LGBT Liberation
On the fortieth anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion, what is the state of the LGBT rights movement? What is LGBT liberation in the era of Obama? Where does homophobia come from and how can we
end it once and for all? How do we strengthen the movement by taking up the questions of racism, sexism, immigrant rights, labor, war, and other issues?
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April 15 (Wednesday) - Panel / Forum
From Stonewall to Prop 8: The Fight for LGBT Liberation
On the fortieth anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion, what is the state of the LGBT rights movement? What is LGBT liberation in the era of Obama? Where does homophobia come from and how can we end it once and for all? Join the International Socialist Organization, Haymarket Books, and Sherry Wolf for a lively discussion of the key questions of the political period. more...
April 14 (Tuesday) - Lecture / Talk
Michael Shuman -- Local Economies & Slow Money
Are you a concerned and forward-thinking citizen? Do you wish to hear about solutions for how to grow & invest in local businesses and communities? Then join Michael Shuman -- frequent NPR guest and author of 'Going Local' and 'The Small-Mart Revolution'
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April 14 (Tuesday) - Panel / Forum
Youth Homelessness Panel
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS PANEL:
Panelists include:
Megan Gibbard, Executive director of University Street Ministry, Teenfeed program
Mark Solomon, SPD Crime Prevention
Ken Myers, MPowerment Project
Melinda Giovengo, Executive director of Youth Care
Event is open to the public and admission is free. Contact clarkj@seattleu.edu for more information
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April 11 (Saturday) - Protest / Demonstration
Protest Human Rights Abuses at Tacoma Immigration Prison
1000 immigrant workers are jailed here. They have committed no crime. They're only "crime" is working to put food on the table. Many are held here for long periods. The detention center is widely known for horrendous conditions. We will bring coffee and food, support and solidarity for visiting families and loved ones more...
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