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August 23 (Monday) - Other
Solidarity Divided discussion series
Solidarity Divided, co-authored by Black labor leader Bill Fletcher Jr. and Chicano unionist Fernando Gapasin, is the focus of a weekly discussion circle. The book provides a candid examination of the crisis in organized labor and a bold plan to integrate unions into the broader social justice movement. more...
Posted on 8/5/2010 11:29:22 AM
August 21 (Saturday) - Music / Entertainment
So'Just Festival
This is an all-volunteer organized festival of art, music, and dance. Social justice organizations will be providing information and sharing ideas from tables. more...
Posted on 8/3/2010 11:08:01 PM
August 13 (Friday) - Panel / Forum
A Discussion with USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah
Following remarks from Aministrator Shah, a panel discussion will feature thought leaders from the public and private sectors to address technology’s impact on global development, with a specific focus on food security, foreign aid effectiveness, global health and entrepreneurship. more...
Posted on 8/3/2010 2:57:04 PM
August 6 (Friday) - Other
From Hiroshima to Hope
1000+ people gathering on Seattle's Green Lake to float lanterns in commemoration of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Program starts 6pm, with music, storytelling and poetry. Toro Nagashi ceremony 9pm followed by lantern floating. more...
August 1 (Sunday) - Film / Video
Webcast: Anti-War Leaders and Veterans Respond to the WikiLeaks Revelations
World Can't Wait will present a national webcast of anti-war leaders and veterans responding to the WikiLeaks revelations. What should we do NOW, immediately to end the occupations of Afghanistan & Iraq?
Featuring Dahr Jamail, Cindy Sheehan, Debra Sweet, Ray McGovern and more... more...
Posted on 7/31/2010 1:07:08 PM
August 5 (Thursday) - Music / Entertainment
CALL-OUT GLOBAL POVERTY a Borgen Project Event
Support The Borgen Project's effort to downsize global poverty with a night out on the town. Spend the evening in the Triple Door's Musicquarium Lounge while enjoying live music, food from Wild Ginger, raffle items, and drinks! more...
Posted on 7/30/2010 2:53:05 PM
August 16 (Monday) - Other
Summer Labor Picnic: Potluck in the Park and Report
Join other workers and labor activists for a potluck and a report from attendees of the Washington State Labor Council convention and from an activist from the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 21. more...
Posted on 7/29/2010 5:23:32 PM
October 3 (Sunday) - Other
Walk for Hope
Join thousands of runners and walkers who will contribute to the Seattle Walk for Hope and raise cruicial funds for women's cancer research at City of Hope. more...
Posted on 7/29/2010 2:53:21 PM
September 25 (Saturday) - Other
El Centro de la Raza's 3rd Annual Auction Banquet
On September 25, 2010 El Centro de la Raza will hold its 3rd Annual Auction Banquet Celebrating las Américas: Meeting the Needs of Today – Creando una Esperanza para un Mejor Mañana. This event will both raise funds to support our 30 human service and community building programs and honor the cultures and histories of indigenous and Latin American peoples. more...
Posted on 7/22/2010 9:31:22 AM
July 31 (Saturday) - Other
Come to a Birthday Celebration for Heidi Durham, a Livewire Leader!
Come to a Birthday Celebration for Heidi Durham, a Livewire Leader! more...
Posted on 7/21/2010 6:44:39 PM
July 27 (Tuesday) - Meeting
Rally for SCAN's Future
Do you care about SCAN, Seattle’s public access television station (Comcast 77, Broadstripe 23, www.scantv.org)?
The future of SCAN is in jeopardy, and we need you to come show your support and learn and how you can help ensure SCAN’s future! more...
Posted on 7/21/2010 5:23:43 PM
July 21 (Wednesday) - Panel / Forum
Voices of Diversity radio debate between Tea Party founder & Socialist Alternative activist
Live call-in talk show "Voices of Diversity" will present a live debate between Tea Party Movement founder Keli Carender and Socialist Alternative organizer Ramy Khalil. more...
Posted on 7/20/2010 10:49:55 AM
August 5 (Thursday) - Panel / Forum
August 5 Primary Election Forum
Join the Greater Seattle League of Women Voters for a Primary Election Forum to hear statewide candidates for two State Supreme Court seats and four local King County District 8 candidates prior to the August 17 primary election. more...
Posted on 7/19/2010 6:47:51 PM
August 21 (Saturday) - Protest / Demonstration
Seattle Hempfest 2010
The world's largest cannabis policy reform event, calling for an end to all laws prohibiting otherwise responsible adults from growing, providing, or utilizing cannabis. Speakers, musical performances, panel discussions, 400+ vendors.
more...
Posted on 7/18/2010 9:20:50 AM
July 20 (Tuesday) - Other
MuniLeague Ratings Release Party
The MuniLeague’s election candidate ratings for 2010 are about to be released! Come join the League at our Ratings Release Party on June 20th as we announce the ratings for 124 candidates that are seeking public office across King County. more...
Posted on 7/11/2010 12:36:38 PM
July 10 (Saturday) - Protest / Demonstration
WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty!
INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER: UNACCEPTABLE! WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty! The killing of Oscar Grant, an unarmed 22-year-old Black man, was a cold-blooded murder. It was a towering crime. This verdict is a slap on the wrist. It is another crime of the system. Bring Signs or make t-shirts that say We Are All Oscar Grant and The Whole Damn System is Guilty. Bring pictures and posters of Oscar Grant and spread the word and be ready to march. more...
Posted on 7/8/2010 11:06:54 PM
July 11 (Sunday) - Protest / Demonstration
WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty!
INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER: UNACCEPTABLE! WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty! The killing of Oscar Grant, an unarmed 22-year-old Black man, was a cold-blooded murder. It was a towering crime. This verdict is a slap on the wrist. It is another crime of the system. Bring Signs or make t-shirts that say We Are All Oscar Grant and The Whole Damn System is Guilty. Bring pictures and posters of Oscar Grant and spread the word. Be ready to march! more...
Posted on 7/8/2010 11:01:36 PM
no date () - Protest / Demonstration
WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty!
INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER: UNACCEPTABLE! WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR OSCAR GRANT! The Whole Damn System is Guilty!
The killing of Oscar Grant, an unarmed 22-year-old Black man, was a
cold-blooded murder. It was a towering crime. This verdict is a slap
on the wrist. It is another crime of the system. Bring Signs or make t-shirts that say We Are All Oscar Grant and The Whole Damn System is Guilty. Bring pictures and posters of Oscar Grant and spread the word. more...
Posted on 7/8/2010 10:58:23 PM
July 21 (Wednesday) - Other
The Logic of Marxism
The Logic of Marxism, by socialist scholar George Novack, is the topic of a nine-week discussion series. This book provides an accessible introduction to Marx’s dialectical materialism and contrasts it with other political philosophies. more...
Posted on 7/8/2010 10:36:57 AM
August 5 (Thursday) - Other
The Borgen Project Summer Bash
The Borgen Project is an innovative, national campaign that is bringing
political attention to global poverty. Join a diverse crowd, ranging from college students to diplomats at The Borgen Project’s 2010 Summer Bash. The event is Thursday, August 5th at The Triple Door in Downtown Seattle. Doors open at 6PM and tickets can be purchased online at borgenproject.org.
more...
Posted on 7/6/2010 10:26:02 AM
August 2 (Monday) - Panel / Forum
What caused the Financial Meltdown?
With guest speakers, Nancie & Mark Koerber from Good Grief America, to explain the causes of the Financial Meltdown and Foreclosure Crisis - and what we're going to do about it. Sponsored by Washington CAN! more...
Posted on 6/29/2010 4:39:29 PM
August 8 (Sunday) - Music / Entertainment
20th Anniversary Under The Volcano Festival of Art & Social Change
20th Anniversary of B.C.'s largest music & activism festival. Mainstage highlights include forum with Naomi Klein and Arthur Manuel, Sista Hailstorm, Olmeca, Veda Hille and many more. more...
Posted on 6/22/2010 1:09:05 PM
June 26 (Saturday) - Other
Open Mic: Featuring Kerry Campbell
Open Mic with featured Poet Kerry Campbell. For this event, a special call for pieces with an environmental theme. more...
Posted on 6/21/2010 4:14:28 PM
July 15 (Thursday) - Film / Video
Social Justice Series: Crude
Crude is the story of one of the largest and most controversial environmental lawsuits on the planet. The landmark case takes place in the Amazon jungle of Ecuador, pitting 30,000 indigenous and colonial rainforest dwellers against the U.S. oil giant Chevron. more...
Posted on 6/20/2010 6:36:31 PM
June 28 (Monday) - Panel / Forum
The New Health Care Law: What will it mean for me?
If you’ve been asking: What does the new health care law do, exactly?
How does this affect me and when?
Come learn about the law from a panel of nurses, doctors and
small business owners. Sponsored by Washington CAN! more...
Posted on 6/17/2010 5:36:23 PM
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