Events

Events listed are not necessarily endorsed or organized by UFPJ. This calendar is maintained as a resource for the entire peace and justice movement. For further information about any event listed, please click on the event listing and contact the person and/or email address listed as the contact for the specific event.

When looking at events in a particular category, please note that states appear in alphabetical order according to their postal code, not their name. E.g. North Carolina is listed before New Jersey, because "NC" comes before "NJ.

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Annapolis, Maryland

RSVP  • Speech by Adam Kokesh
Saturday, November 3rd 2007 1:00
Adam Kokesh, who is co-chair elect of Iraq Veterans Against the War, will share his views and experiences.


RSVP  • Weekly antiwar bridge vigil
noon or thereabouts
Weekly Event
Weekly, Sundays from noon or thereabouts to 1 (sometimes 2) p.m.
Weekly antiwar vigil on Spa Creek bridge, noon or thereabouts to 1 (sometimes 2) p.m. Sundays. Bring signs or borrow ours (city bans sticks or poles on signs), dress for the weather.


Baltimore, Maryland

RSVP  • The Peace Path
Tuesday, September 11th 2007 4:00 pm
The Peace Path honors the memory of September 11. Join us along Charles Street from the Inner Harbor to the Beltway holding positive signs of peace.


RSVP  • Speaker Colman McCarthy
Friday, September 21st 2007 7:00 pm
Founder for the Center for Teaching Peace (in Washington DC) will speak on Friday September 21st as the keynote speaker for the opening of the Peace Study Center in Baltimore.


RSVP  • Iraq War Protest
Saturday, October 20th 2007 12:00pm
PEACEFUL protest. Have a chance to stand up and speak out.


RSVP  • El Da Sensai & John Robinson from Scienz of Life live at the Black Hole Rock Club.
Friday, May 2nd 2008 9:00 PM
Brake Fast Records presents a night of hip-hop with El Da Sensai & John Robinson from Scienz of Life. In addition to performances by the Brake Fast Records camp, other acts include: The Derelikts, The Lab Ratz Crew, Burnt MD & Tha Professor, & THC. Doors open at 9 PM, tickets are $11, and this is an all-ages show. For more information visit www.brakefastrecords.com.


RSVP  • Speaker Boxin'
Saturday, May 31st 2008 9:00 PM
Brake Fast Records presents Speaker Boxin’, a cut-throat competition bringing out Baltimore’s best local artists to compete head to head in freestyle, producer, and b-boy battles for $200 cash prizes. Hosted by Shaka Pitts, the event will be judged by Squirrel Wyde from 92.3Q Jams, Bishop, Rapid from the Lab Ratz Crew & Loko from the DVC. Doors open at 9pm, tickets are $10, and this is an all-ages show. Sponsored by Side FX Studios, Brown Monkey Music, Cloud Kickers, Halycon Clothing, TayLand Promotions, The Projectivity Movement, & Supply and Demand Entertainment. For complete rules and details visit www.brakefastrecords.com.


RSVP  • Peace in the Park
Saturday, June 21st 2008 10:00
A day of music and speeches to inspire us to end the violence. Emmanuel’s Rock, Inc and Baltimore City Parks and Recreation are partnering to provide a day to motivate people to come together to make a more peaceful world.


Yes We Can...End Iraq War, Rebuild America
Thursday, March 19th 2009 7 pm
Public Meeting featuring: Rev. Heber Brown, "Reflections on Dr. King's Riv- erside Speech;" J. Ward Morrow, AFGE, "The Employee Free Choice Act;" Dr. Bash Pharoan, "The Empire Strikes Back;" Speaker, "Keep the Maryland Guard Home." and presenting "Flair Studio of Dance" Children's Dance Troupe and Charm City Labor Chorus.
Event preceded by a 6 pm vigil at the carillon at York and Woodbourne. March to the church for 7 pm meeting.


Celebration International Day of Peace
Sunday, September 20th 2009 2:00 pm
Mixed Media artist, Maya Freelon Asante whose work focuses on peace and undestanding will be working on an installation and talking with participants during the afternoon. Believing that peace starts with the community in which she shares her work, she addresses global issues of war, poverty, waste, ageing and beauty. Drummer, Jason Baker, and students from Connexions Charter School and Brother Salim will provide entertainment. Bring drums, a blanket, your picnic, friends, family and an open heart. All are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.


Celebration International Day of Peace
Sunday, September 20th 2009 2:00 pm
Mixed Media artist, Maya Freelon Asante whose work focuses on peace and undestanding will be working on an installation and talking with participants during the afternoon. Believing that peace starts with the community in which she shares her work, she addresses global issues of war, poverty, waste, ageing and beauty. Drummer, Jason Baker, and students from Connexions Charter School and Brother Salim will provide entertainment. Bring drums, a blanket, your picnic, friends, family and an open heart. All are welcome. The event is free and open to the public.


RSVP  • Women in Black, Baltimore
Noon
Weekly Event
Weekly - every Friday. There is also a silent vigil held on the first Thursday of the month from Noon-1pm in Baltimore at Washington & Chesapeake near Towson Courthouse (in any weather).
Who: Anyone who can maintain a posture of silence and non-violence
What: Silent vigil. Please wear black. Signs will be provided
When: Weekly; every Friday.
Where: McKeldin Square, Inner Harbor at Light & Pratt Streets, as well as 830 West 40th Street - Roland Park Place Peace Group (now standing come rain or shine!) across from the Rotunda.


RSVP  • Peace Vigil
12:00 PM
Monthly Event
First Thursday of every month
Who: Anyone who can maintain a posture of silence and non-violence

What: Silent vigil. Please wear black. Signs will be provided

Why Wear Black?
Participants in vigils wear black as a sign of mourning for all that is lost through war and violence. Through this calm and dignified, but still visual and telling way of protesting, we hope to inspire pacifists in many countries.


RSVP  • Maryland Guard Stay at Home
5 PM
Monthly Event
Every First Thursday
The Pledge of Resistance-Baltimore hosts an End the War! End the Occupation! rally on Thurs., May 3 starting at 5 PM in Mount Vernon at Centre & Charles Sts. At 5:30 PM, there will be a march with a commemorative coffin to the Maryland National Guard Armory on Howard St. to call for the Maryland Guard to stay home. Many units are scheduled to be sent to Iraq this summer. The Pledge gathers in Mount Vernon on the first Thursday of the month to protest the war. Call Max at 410-366-1637.


Bel Air, Maryland

RSVP  • Vigil For Peace
Friday, September 21st 2007 7 Pm
Come join us as we peacefully protest the war in Iraq and commemorate the 3800 soldiers that have so bravely given their lives in this war with no merit. Bring your own signs of protest, or use ours.


RSVP  • Candle Vigil for peace
Friday, February 1st 2008 7 PM
Come join us as we protest the war in Iraq and commemorate the 3900 soldiers that have died in this war without merit. Bring your own signs of protest and candles, or use our supplies.


RSVP  • 5th Anniversary vigil for peace
Friday, March 14th 2008 7 PM
Vigil for Peace...5th year in Iraq. Come join us as we peacefully protest the war and pay our respects to the now almost 4000 Americans that have lost their lives in the Iraq war. March 14th @ 7 PM in front of the Harford County Courthouse 45 South Main St. Someone will be available to register voters. www.just4peace.org


RSVP  • Iraq Veterans Against the War
Monday, April 7th 2008 6 pm
Iraq Veterans Against The War are to speak and share experiences of their time in Iraq, as well as ways to resist the Iraq War.


RSVP  • peace vigil
Friday, July 11th 2008 7 pm
Come join us as we peacefully protest the war in Iraq and commemorate the now 4100 soldiers who have given the ultimate sacrifice in this war. SPEAKER: Tracey Miller Bring your signs of protest or use ours. In front of the Harford County 45 South Main St. Bel Air Md. www.just4peace.org


Cambridge, Maryland

RSVP  • Pax Christi vigil for peace
4:30
Weekly Event
Every Tuesday
Vigil for peace


Chevy Chase, Maryland

RSVP  • Gandhian Non-Violent Social Change & Ayurvedic Healing
Wednesday, October 17th 2007 7:00 p.m.
Dr. Arya Bhardwaj from India is in the DC area at the SCHOOL OF LIFE to share with us about his life's work to dismantle outdated political models that are based on alienation & domination, via Gandhian non-violent social change. Dr. Bhardwaj has been a devoted activist since age 15 in 1961. He is also an Ayurvedic healer-- helping people create inner peace as well as outer.


College Park, Maryland

RSVP  • The Sound of Change Film and Book Festival
12 noon
Multi-Day Event
Festival Schedule: January 16, 2009, University of Maryland Nyumburu Center 12 noon until January 18, 2009 Artomosphere Café, Maryland 12 noon until January 19, 2009 Maya Angelou Charter School 11 am until January 19, 2009 Sankofa Café 5-9pm
Building Communities and Families presents: “The Sound of Change

Inauguration Film Festival”



WASHINGTON, DC (January 9, 2009)–Hujambo Public Relations Network

proudly announces the highly anticipated, “Sound of Change Inauguration Film

Festival” sponsored by Building Communities and Families (BCF) and Press

Forward Media. BCF will celebrate the historic 2009 Presidential Inauguration by

presenting several high impact thought-provoking films that depict dynamic

‘social change’ through innovative filmmaking. All movies were selected based

on their progressive content, the power of their message, and how they have

impacted the way films are now directed.



Festival Schedule:

January 16, 2009, University of Maryland Nyumburu Center 12 noon until

January 18, 2009 Artomosphere Café, Maryland 12 noon until

January 19, 2009 Maya Angelou Charter School 11 am until

January 19, 2009 Sankofa Café 5-9pm


Columbia, Maryland

RSVP  • The Nakba: What Happened to the Palestinians When the Israeli State Was Established?
Monday, May 12th 2008 7 p.m.
This May, Israel and its supporters will be celebrating the 60th anniversary
of the founding of the Jewish state. Palestinians will instead be remembering
the Nakba, Arabic for catastrophe.


RSVP  • "Occupation 101"
Sunday, October 12th 2008 3 p.m.
A powerful and thought-provoking award-winning documentary film on the current and historical root causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Unlike any other film ever produced on the conflict, 'Occupation 101' (2007) presents a comprehensive analysis of the facts and hidden truths surrounding the never-ending controversy and dispels many of its long-perceived myths and misconceptions.


RSVP  • PALESTINE TODAY: THE PEOPLE AND THE CHANCES FOR PEACE
Saturday, January 17th 2009 3:30
Last year, the Bush administration announced with some fanfare a new phase in the peace process” between Israel and the Palestinian people. But what has happened since then? What does life look like on the ground? Find out by hearing peace activist Pam Rasmussen tell stories from her recent trip to Palestine as a volunteer with the International Solidarity Movement. Pam is an active member of Peace Action Montgomery County, and this was her second trip to Palestine.


RSVP  • "Life in Occupied Palestine" (DVD)
Sunday, March 29th 2009 1 p.m.
Anna Baltzer is a Jewish American peace worker who spent eight months in Israel and the Occupied Territories documenting human rights abuses and supporting nonviolent direct action in the West Bank with the International Women's Peace Service. She has been touring the United States ever since, giving an incredible talk that clearly explains what is going on in that part of the world and why.

This DVD presentation contains Anna Baltzer's superb and well documented talk – and also includes photos, charts, facts, commentary and ideas for action.


Gaza Relief
Friday, May 15th 2009 6:30
A fundraising event to benefit the children of the Gaza Strip

Music and light refreshments beginning at 6:30.
Speakers and discussion: 7-9 p.m.


Featuring guest speakers:

Mai Abdul Rahman, founder and president of American Palestinian Women’s Association, is a strong voice for the people of Palestine and a student of the history of the Gaza region.

Medea Benjamin, co-founder of Code Pink and Global Exchange, recently returned from leading a delegation of 60 women to Gaza. Her first hand stories and impressions are very moving! She will be returning to Gaza with another delegation in the near future.

Because this is a benefit, we are asking for a minimum donation of $10 at the door. Checks can be made out to HCCPJ. All donations will go to provide school supplies, backpacks and playground equipment for children in Gaza.


RSVP  • THE BEDOUINS VS. THE STATE OF ISRAEL: From Freedom to Fear
Sunday, July 12th 2009 1 p.m.
Bette Hoover recently returned from a trip to the Negev Desert where she stayed with a Bedouin family. She is a U.S. contact for the work of BUSTAN, www.bustan.org, an organization that works to bring environmental justice to the Negev and human rights to Bedouins.

The once proud indigenous people of the desert known as the Bedouins are now the poorest of Israeli citizens and struggle for survival. The State of Israel has seized their land for industry, electrical plants, prisons, military testing and Jewish-only communities. Tens of thousands live in unrecognized villages that don’t appear on the map and don’t receive any governmental services.

Come see Bette’s photos, hear about her experiences, and find out how you can add your voice to those speaking up for justice and peace in the region.


Reception for the Nakba Photo Exhibit: “The Story of the Palestinians, 1948 to 2009”
Tuesday, September 1st 2009 7:00 p.m.
The Howard County Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation (HCCEIO) and Washington Interfaith Alliance for Middle East Peace (WIAMEP) invite you to a reception marking the opening of a month-long display at Howard County Central Library of the Nakba Photo Exhibit: “The Story of the Palestinians, 1948 to 2009.” George Hishmeh, a survivor of the Nakba, will be present to talk about his experiences and discuss the photos. Refreshments will be served.


Radical Women Forum, Bread and Roses Tour
Saturday, September 19th 2009 5:30 p.m.
A public forum by feminist firebrand Anne Slater, national organizer of Radical Women, entitled “No more singing capitalism's blues… Sisters, it's time to fight!” Informal dinner reception to follow.


Eye-Witness Report on the Gaza Freedom March
Sunday, February 14th 2010 1:30
In December 2009 almost 1400 activists from 43 countries took part in the Gaza Freedom March, an attempt to break the blockade of Gaza being imposed by the Israeli and Egyptian governments.

Jean Athey, who participated in the march, is Coordinator of Peace Action Montgomery and a member of the Board of Peace Action. In October 2008 Jean also volunteered with the International Solidarity Movement in Palestine for the olive harvest and at the Jerusalem home of a Palestinian family threatened with eviction by the Israeli government.


The “Other” Gaza: The Gaza You Never Hear About, and Should
Monday, June 7th 2010 7:45 p.m.
Pam Bailey spent 40 days trying to get into Gaza through Rafah, Egypt, then finally succeeded with the help of UNRWA. For the last five months, she has lived and worked in Gaza, sharing a local family's home, helping indigenous NGOs communicate to the outside world, writing for news services such as Truthout and InterPress Service, and volunteering with the International Solidarity Movement. Now she is back in the States, and she will share a view of Gaza that most people here don't hear about. This will be her first "report back."


RSVP  • U.S. Aid to Israel: Legal, Moral & Political Implications
Wednesday, September 15th 2010 7:30 p.m.
Josh Ruebner, National Advocacy Director of the U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation, will give a presentation on U.S. aid to Israel (in all its myriad forms) and the implications of such aid.


Frederick, Maryland

Hiroshima/Nagasaki vigil and program
Sunday, August 9th 2009 6:30 p.m.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS, SUNDAY, AUGUST 9TH:
The Public is invited to attend either or both events.
Vigil - 6:30 – 7:00 pm: Location: Intersection of Patrick and Market Streets in downtown Frederick, MD. Visiting Hibakusha join in a vigil calling for an end to nuclear weapons. Members of the public are invited to participate. Wearing black is optional. Signs are provided.
Processional 7:00 pm: From the vigil site approximately one block to Evangelical Lutheran Church
Program 7:30 – 9:00 pm: Location: Evangelical Lutheran Church Trunk Hall, 31 E. Church Street, Frederick, MD. A Hibakusha tells her personal story and answers questions from the audience. This event is free and open to the public. Donations to support the tour are optional. Refreshments will be provided.


Blueprint for Peace in Afghanistan
Sunday, February 28th 2010 4:00 pm
Blueprint for Peace in Afghanistan
A Community Conversation

What would a blueprint for peace in Afghanistan include?
What are the issues and factors affecting the prospects for peace?

Come join the conversation as we learn more about Afghanistan and the region, share insights, knowledge and experience, ask questions and share hopes and concerns.

Those who have lived, worked, served, studied or have connections to Afghanistan and the regions are especially encouraged to attend.

Panelists:
Linda Pappas Funsch - Adjunct Professor, History and Political Science – Middle East Studies, Hood College

Fahima Vorgetts - Board Member, Women for Afghan Women and Director of the Afghan Women’s Fund

Ellen Barfield – Veterans for Peace

John Darnell, Ph.D. - biochemist, consultant on sustainable energy technology, Energy Advisor to Congressman Roscoe Bartlett

Location: Friends Meeting, 723 N. Market St., Frederick, MD. 21701
For more info: This event is part of the Seasons for Peace and Nonviolence series. See www.unityfrederick.org/SNV2010.html; call 301/834-7581; email info@wibfrederick.org

Afghan made handicrafts and other items will be available for purchase. All proceeds to benefit projects of the Afghan Women’s Fund.

This event is free and open to the public - light refreshments provided.


Silent Vigil Mourning Violence
6:30 pm
Monthly Event
Every 3rd Wednesday (6:30 pm) and every first Friday (noon)
Silent Vigil mourning violence.


RSVP  • Women in Black Vigil
6:30 pm
Monthly Event
WIB vigils are held every third Wed at 6:30, intersection of Patrick and Market Streets, and every first Friday at noon, war memorial park, 2nd and Bentz Streets.
Silent candlelight vigil mourning the deaths in Iraq. Check back for updates. See below for details.


Gaithersburg, Maryland

RSVP  • For the Love of Bethlehem
Friday, November 23rd 2007 11 a.m.

The day after Thanksgiving (Black Friday) is the busiest day for Malls and the start of the commercial advent season. We invite all people of goodwill concerned about the suffering in Bethlehem, to express their solidarity and hopes of freedom for its people at a vigil near Lake Forest Mall in Gaithersburg, MD.


Linthicum Heights, Maryland

RSVP  • "Organizing for Change" Training
Monday, November 12th 2007 9:00 (Monday)
The Midwest Academy offers a five day, residential, comprehensive "Organizing for Social Change" training throughout the country. Participants come from a wide variety of organizations. Most are working on specific issue campaigns and building powerful, progressive organizations. The training helps them to be more strategic in their fight for social, economic, racial and environmental justice.


Olney, Maryland

RSVP  • Iraq War Reminder
approx.3PM
Weekly Event
Anti-war rally to maintain awareness in a complacent community.


Sandy Spring, Maryland

Folksinger/satirist/songwriter Tom Neilson
Friday, January 22nd 2010 7:30
Award-winning political satirist and folksinger/songwriter, Tom Neilson, will perform on Friday, January 22, 2010, in the Sandy Spring Friends Meeting Community House (17715 Meeting House Road, Sandy Spring, MD, 20860) at 7:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Proceeds to benefit Shepherd's Table which provides meals for the homeless in Montgomery County, MD. Light refreshments preceding the show and during intermission will be provided. For more information contact Ellen A at 301-774-3636.
Tom is coming to the D.C. area to receive the Mid-Atlantic Songwriters
award for Folk Song of the Year on Sunday 1/24.


Silver Spring, Maryland

RSVP  • Save the Planet Protest Against the Discovery Channel
9am
Multi-Day Event
From February 15-23, 2008 daily
I have tried to submit television show ideas to the Discovery Channel about saving the planet and they have outright rejected all ideas and won’t even listen. My question is: What will it hurt to broadcast shows about seeking solutions to saving the planet?


Takoma Park, Maryland

RSVP  • Iraq Moratorium in Takoma Park
6 pm
Monthly Event
3rd Friday of every month
Vigil at Takoma Metro Station


Westminster, Maryland

RSVP  • Women In Black Peace Stand
2:00 p.m.
Monthly Event
The 2nd and last Saturday of every month at 2:oop.m.
Peace vigil held on East Main Street in downtown Westminster in front of the library. Bring your own sign or there are extras available for use.


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