[WPC] WPC Activist Alert, March 11-21, 2004

[Washington Peace Center]

ACTIVIST ALERT
Washington Peace Center
March 11-21, 2004

Get on the bus for the March 20^th. “The World Still Says No to War” 
demonstration in New York City, and a special GI, veteran and military 
family action in Fayetteville, NC to mark the first anniversary of the 
war on Iraq. DC Anti-War Network (DAWN) and ANSWER both have buses going 
to NYC. Veterans for Peace has organized buses to Fayetteville. DAWN has 
posters and fliers prepared promoting these events posted on a special 
website run by the March 20 Working Group. You can download PDFs of 
posters and fliers which you can print for posting or distributing. Go 
to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dawnmarch20/ Brightly colored paper is 
better than white for attracting attention. If you know of people or a 
group that would like to purchase tickets, we can provide you with 
tickets to sell. Email: Ryan (dawn at castyour.net), or Jim 
(jsmacdonaldjr at yahoo.com) to arrange to get tickets and information on 
sales procedures. Contact Ryan 202-230-4055. Tickets on sale now, see 
details below.

Breaking Ranks – Israeli and US Military Resistance
Friday, March 19, 7:00 pm
1426 9th St. NW, Community Room (accessible from Convention Center and 
Shaw/Howard U. stops on the Green Line);
Israeli Military Resister Ram Rahat-Goodman: Born in 1957, in the 
suburbs of Montreal, Ram was the product of a 'typical Jewish 
upbringing. However, his path took a turn in 1973 when he joined 
Hashomer Hatzair, a Socialist-Zionist Youth movement. In January 1982 
Ram joined the IDF in order to take part in the defense of Israel. 
However, when he was told to join the medical unit that was going to 
Lebanon, he informed his commanding officer that he refused to serve in 
Lebanon. In 1983 he became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of young 
reservists who, like him, refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served in the 
Medical Corps as a medical supply worker until his release from the army 
at the age of 45 in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about the 
current conflict, the role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement and 
ways Americans can help advance the push for peace. John Judge, a 
long-time American GI counselor and organizer will talk about rising 
military resistance and military family opposition to the war. Sponsored 
by Washington Peace Center, Center on Conscience and War, American 
Friends Service Committee and Refuser Solidarity Network. Contact: WPC 
202-234-2000.

Our new format for the Activist Alert will please those who worry about 
its length in their inbox. Our updated sections on Activist Campaigns, 
Resources, Housing Board and Activist Jobs have been moved to our web 
page instead (www.washingtonpeacecenter.com), so that the Alert will 
only cover upcoming events. Our weekly index will make those easier to 
find. Thanks for your feedback.

Job Opening: Full-time Coordinator still being sought for Washington 
Peace Center to work in consultation with Board, interns and volunteers 
on community organizing and outreach, national and local events, 
information clearing house, educational series, and fundraising events, 
as well as manage office, fiscal matters, publications and community 
relations. The Coordinator to take a leadership role in carrying out the 
Peace Center’s mission. The ideal candidate will have significant 
experience in grassroots activism and organizing campaigns for social 
and economic justice. See full job description below. First deadline has 
passed and candidates are being interviewed. Process has reopened. Feel 
free to resubmit resume if you had already. Send resume, a writing 
sample and references to _PeaceCenterJobs at hotmail.com 
mailto:PeaceCenterJobs at hotmail.com

Experienced Telemarketers Wanted for progressive non-profit’s in-house 
telephone fundraising. Own transportation a must. Visit www.quixote.org 
before applying to see issues we cover. Send resume and references to 
Trisha. trishak at quixote.org or fax 301-864-2182. No calls. [See our full 
jobs listings at www.washingtonpeacecenter.org at the resources link.]

AFSC is looking for a DC-MAR Community Program Director (35 hours per 
week) to work out of the Washington, DC Office. The DC Program Director 
oversees the AFSC programs in DC. The minimum qualifications for the 
director position include four years demonstrated experience in 
community organizing and/or bachelor’s education level. The salary range 
starts at $41,000 and begins mid July. Please mail, fax or email your 
resume to Rosetta Wise c/o AFSC, 4806 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212 by 
Thursday March 11th at 5:00 pm. Email: rwise at afsc.org. [See our full 
jobs listings at www.washingtonpeacecenter.org at the resources link.]

We are starting our 5th decade here at the Peace Center, working toward 
the vision of a world at peace and a global order of social justice. We 
are now located at the Flemming Center, along with several other 
progressive organizations. If you have not recently sent a 
tax-deductible donation for our work, please consider sending one to 
help us to continue working for social change. Checks made to the 
Washington Peace Center can be sent to us at 1426 9th St., NW, Ste. 
#306, Washington, DC 20044.

Volunteers and Interns Needed at the Peace Center! Want to help end war 
and create social justice? We really need volunteers with a wide range 
of skills and interests to help with our programs, organizing, outreach 
and office work. Thanks to all the responses from volunteers, we will be 
in touch. Won’t you join us? Call 202-234-2000 or write us at 
_wpc at igc.org <mailto:wpc at igc.org>_.

Accounting and Computer assistance sought by the Washington Peace 
Center, volunteer or temporary paid basis. Seeking accountant familiar 
with non-profit bookkeeping and reporting procedures and computer 
technician familiar with website maintenance. Contact John or Polly at 
_wpc at igc.org <mailto:wpc at igc.org>_ or 202-234-2000.

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Index (full listings below):

_**ANTI-WAR ACTIONS**_
The "Merchants of Death" speaking tour, Jan. 15 thru Apr. 15
Defend the UN Charter, End the Occupation of Iraq
Local Actions & Teach-Ins, March 1-20
Dover to DC Procession, Trail of Mourning & Truth, Sunday, March 14-15
IRAQ ADVOCACY DAY, Friday, Mar. 19
The World STILL Says No To War, March 20th
Labor Contingent, Saturday., March 20
Code Pink Contingent, March 20
Get on the Bus to NY, Saturday, March 20
Local Actions Against War, Saturday, March 20
Washington, DC Action, Saturday, March 20
Baltimore Action, March 20
DC Anti-Imperialist Demo?, March 20
Veterans and Military Families Say No, March 20
Bus to Fayetteville, NC, March 19-20
2004 Action Plan - UFPJ


_**MARK YOUR CALENDAR**_
Sowing Futures (Semilleros de Futuros)
Congressional Briefing on Turkish Torture, Friday, March 12
Haiti: Behind the Brutal Rightist Insurgency, Friday, March 12
Demonstration Rally in support of the Haitian Constitution, Saturday, 
March 13
THE CRISIS IN HAITI: Learn What is Really Going On, Saturday, March 13^th
Reproductive Justice and Rights, Saturday March 13

Break Through 2004, March 13-14

International Day of Action for Rivers, Sunday, March 14

Latin America Reality Tours 2004, March 13-20

The Hague War Crimes Tribunal: Milestones and Pitfalls, Monday, March 15^th

National Voice Media/Civic Participation Meeting, March 15-16

Remember Rachel Corrie A National Day of Remembrance, March 16^th

JERUSALEM WOMEN SPEAK TOUR, Wednesday, March 16

JERUSALEM WOMEN SPEAK TOUR, Wednesday, March 16

HAITIAN CRISIS BRIEFING, March 17
PALESTINE AND PALESTINIAN POSTER ART

THE ACCOUNTABILITY ACTS: Implications for US Policy, Wednesday, March 17

2004 Jerusalem Women Speak Tour, Wednesday, March 17

Civil Liberties under Attack: Government Conduct and the Bill of Rights, 
Wednesdays

Reporting from Occupied Iraq, Wednesday, March 17

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli Military Resister, Wednesday, March 17

2004 Jerusalem Women Speak Tour, Thursday, March 18 

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli Military Resister, Thursday, March 18

HONORING RACHEL CORRIE & NONVIOLENT RESISTANCE, Thursday March 18

"Harnessing Nonviolent Power in the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict,", 
Thursday, March 18

Baghdad: Stories from Iraq Under Occupation , Thursday, March 18^th

Politics Online Conference - 'The Conversation is Changing', March 19

Haiti Behind the Brutal Rightist Insurgency, Friday, March 19

Breaking Ranks – Israeli and US Military Resistance, Friday, March 19

NATIONAL MARCH FOR DEMOCRACY IN HAITI, Saturday, March 20

A Land Twice Promised, Saturday, March 20

Three Mile Island 25^th Anniversary Anti-Nuclear Days of Action, Monday, 
March 22^nd

Emergency Fact Finding Delegation to Haiti, March 23 – April 2

“Legacy of Ralph Bunche: Peacemaking Arab-Israeli Conflict”, Wednesday, 
March 24

SOA Watch Spring 2004 Mobilization, March 27-30

Killing Hope: The Murder of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., April 2-4

*
_* COMMUNITY EVENTS*_ *

Make Your Voices Heard to Save Affordable Housing, Thursday, March 11^th

HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVOCACY DAY, THURSDAY, March 11

Rally to Remove Police Chief Ramsey, Thursday, March 11

DC VOTING RIGHTS COMMITTEE MEETING, Thursday, March 11

GROUNDING FOR CONTEMPLATIVE LIVING Workshop Friday, March 12

Voter Paper Trail Bill, hearing, Friday, March 12

Youth Law Fair, Saturday, March 13^th

An Empowerment Workshop for Girls, Saturday March 13^th

TechnoRodeo 2004, Saturday, March 13

CLEAN ENERGY OPEN HOUSE, Saturday, March 13

Mayor Recall Car Caravan, March 13

National Campaign for DC Voting Rights , Saturday, March 13

"Unlocking the Mysteries of the Media.", Saturday, March 13

"The Brave and the Brilliant: The Life of Nannie Helen Burroughs", 
Saturday, March 13

Fundraiser for the DC BAD, Saturday, March 13

Greater Washington Americans for Democratic Action, Saturday, March 13

27th Annual Evening With Labor Awards Dinner/Dance, Saturday, March 13

Spark Benefit, Saturday, March 13

ClancyWorks Dance Company, Saturday, March 13

No More Prisons, No More Political Prisoners, Sunday, March 14^th

Gentrification and Neighborhood Change in Columbia Heights/Mt.Pleasant

Clean Energy Open House & Native Plant Landscaping Tour, Saturday, May 
15^th

Books to Prisoners Benefit, Monday, March 15^th

Vegetarian Leafleting, Wednesday, March 17

Stop the War on DC Youth—DC Council Public Hearing, Wednesday, March 17^th

Save Gales Protest Rally, Thursday, March 18

Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Hearing, Thursday, March 18

Equal Justice Works Annual Auction,. Thursday, March 18^th

Medicare: What's Ahead for Seniors & Organizations Serving Them? Friday, 
March 19


    Dorothy Day Catholic Worker Benefit, Friday, March 19^th

Child Care for All Campaign, Saturday, March 20^th

13th Annual Affordable Housing Conference, Monday, March 22


_**ARTS & CULTURE**_
Life in Shadows (Hidden Children and the Holocaust), January 1, 2004 - 
May 12
Peace by Piece-Collateral Damage: Echoes in Our Soul, February 6-March 20
6^th Annual Irish Arts Festival of Washington DC, March 1^st -14^th

Of Exile and Return, Thursday, March 11 – Tuesday, March 30

Dances of Life, Folk Traditions From Around The World, February 13- 
March 28
6^th Annual Irish Arts Festival of Washington DC, March 1^st -14^th

Music & Poetry Evening, Washington Spark Benefit, Saturday, March 13

MIND OVER MATTER MUSIC OVER MIND, Sunday, March 14

Coffeehouse, Tuesday, March 16

The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail: A Play, Wednesday, March 17^th

Garifuna Music in the Central American Nation of Belize”, Thursday, 
March 18^th

Literary Series: Wanda Coleman, Friday, March 19^th

"'Handed Down from Generation to Generation'?, Thursday, May 20^th


_**BOOKS & FILMS**_

New African Films Festival, March 4 - March 11

"Haiti: Killing the Dream” Film showing, Thursday, March 11

DC Environmental Film Festival, March 11-25

”Fog of War”, March 13-14

Fire in My Soul, Sunday, March 14^th

THE BOOKS ON BUSH, Sunday, March 14

Environmental Film Festival

Thursday, March 18^th to Sunday, March 28^th

Literary Series: Wanda Coleman, Friday, March 19^th

Betty Shabazz: A Story of Survival Before and After Malcolm X, Saturday, 
March 20th

Afeni Shakur: Evolution of a Revolutionary, Saturday, March 20th

_**TRAININGS**_
Tutor Warriors, Daily

Introduction to Fundraising Planning. Thursday, March 11

Breaking Into Political Journalism. March 11

Accidental Manager, March 11

Media Skills Training

Saturday, March 13

Homebuyer Education/Credit Seminar

Monday, March 15

Free Hip Hop Dance Classes , Tuesdays

"Grantseeking Basics: An Orientation to the Funding Research Process", 
Wednesday, March 17

Grantseeking on the Web Hands-on Introductory Training, Thursday, March 18

The Creative and Healing Arts - Empowering Tools for Immigrant and 
Refugee Women March 19 and March 26

Shalem’s Annual Spring Retreat, Friday-Sunday, March 19^th , 20^th & 21^st

Worldwide Sequential Meditation for Peace Orientation, Sunday, March 21^st

Mayor’s Proposed FY 2005 Budget Impacts Human Services, Thursday, March 25
Software Training for Nonprofits
Community Tax Aid's Free Tax Preparation Services

*_*ONGOING VIGILS*_*

Peace Vigil: "Seek Peace and Pursue It ", Tuesday, January 20
Women in Black Vigil, Wednesday, Mar. 17
Peace Vigil, Every Friday
Women In Black Vigil, Every Friday
Stand for Peace, Sundays

_ACTIVIST CAMPAIGNS_ are now available at our website at 
_www.washingtonpeacecenter.org/campaigns.htm 
<http://www.washingtonpeacecenter.org/campaigns.htm>_ and _RESOURCES, 
JOBS AND HOUSING_ at _www.washingtonpeacecenter.org/resources.htm 
<http://www.washingtonpeacecenter.org/resources.htm>_ as well as the 
events listed in the Activist Alert below.
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_ANTI-WAR ACTIONS_

The "Merchants of Death" speaking tour
January 15 thru April 15
Organized by the War Resisters League. Friends and business associates 
of the present administration - companies like Halliburton, Bechtel, 
DynCorp and others - have found a way into the “new” Iraq, trying to 
cash in on the disaster that a brutal dictator, years of US- and 
British-led sanctions, and an unprecedented “preventive attack” have 
created. Go to www.warresisters.org to see a complete list of the 
speakers involved. Contact WRL to obtain a speaker for your area at 
212-228-0450 x. 104 or _AMC at WarResisters.org 
<mailto:AMC at WarResisters.org>._

Defend the UN Charter, End the Occupation of Iraq
A national campaign to prevent the UN Security Council from approving 
Bush's pre-emptive war doctrine against Iraq and other countries by lack 
of censure. Talking points and UN Security Council member emails 
available at _www.endthewar.org <http://www.endthewar.org>_. The 
National Network to End the War Against Iraq is also working to Open the 
Door to Peace: End the Occupation of Iraq - Bring the Troops home 
through its Grassroots Peace Network campaign using door hangers to get 
the message out to thousands of homes. See: 
_www.endthewar.org/endtheoccupation.htm 
<http://www.endthewar.org/endtheoccupation.htm>_ for a copy. Contact: 
301-270-4858.

Local Actions & Teach-Ins
March 1-20
The Steering Committee of Alliance of Radical Academic and Intellectual 
Organizations Calls for Support for March Mobilization Against the War. 
Protests against the current war abroad and at home are being planned 
for the first three weeks of March in many locales across the nation, 
culminating in large demonstrations on the first anniversary of the US 
attack on Iraq - in New York and other cities (see 
http://www.unitedforpeace.org/index.php ). The Steering Committee of the 
recently founded Alliance of Radical Academic and Intellectual 
Organizations calls on all organizations and individuals, to join in 
protest activities, beginning with the National Youth and Student Peace 
Coalition "Books Not Bombs" actions on March 4. We especially urge left 
academic/intellectual organizations and individuals to initiate and 
participate in teach-ins and educationals. We should emphasize - along 
with the necessity of ending the US occupation of Iraq - the growing 
repression at home, the Patriot Act as an extreme attack on civil 
rights, and the racism and anti-immigrant bigotry that permeates the 
current war efforts. Please contact us at information at leftalliance.org 
to tell us about planned activities of radical academic/intellectual 
organizations.

Dover to DC Procession, Trail of Mourning & Truth
Sunday, March 14, 12:00 noon
Camden Meetinghouse, 122 E. Camden-Wyoming Ave., Camden DE
Monday, March 15, 9:00 am
Walter Reed Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Ave, NW
After a brief ceremony at the Meetinghouse, there will be a 3.5 mile 
march to Dover Air Force Base to call for an end to the killing. Pledge 
of Resistance and other groups are organizing a solemn memorial 
procession from Dover, Delaware to the White House, starting at Dover 
Air Force Base in Delaware, where the war dead arrive, this memorial 
procession will honor our fallen brothers and sisters, sons and 
daughters, wives, husbands, mothers, fathers and friends, along with 
Iraqi civilians and the increasing number of people from other countries 
who have been killed and wounded in Iraq, while delivering our call to 
end the violence to the nation’s capital. From Dover we’ll be 
caravanning to Baltimore for a rally, and an overnight stay at St. 
Vincent de Paul Catholic Church on Fayette St., across from the Shot 
Tower, at the south end of I83. At the church, there will be a meal, a 
program and planning for the following day’s visit to the White House. 
The caravan will leave Baltimore at 7:00 am for a ceremony outside 
Walter Reed Medical Center. On Monday, there will be a march from Walter 
Reed Medical Center to the White House. This trail of mourning and truth 
is to honor those killed and wounded in Iraq. Gathering and observances 
at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, residence of many of those wounded 
in the Iraq war. 10 AM - Memorial Procession from Walter Reed Army 
Medical Center to White House (6 miles).. 2:00 PM - Gathering at 
Farragut Square, 2 blocks north of the White House. 2:30PM - Legal 
demonstration at the White House - reading the names of the dead from 
Iraq. A nonviolent direct action (civil disobedience) is also being 
planned. Some participants will then risk arrest by attempting to 
deliver the names of the dead to the White house from the 17th Street 
side. Washington Peace Center is one co-sponsor of this event. Go to the 
Iraq Pledge of Resistance website at _www.peacepledge.org/resist_ to 
sign up. There is a listserve, and you can sign on by going to 
DoverToDC at yahoogroups.com. Contacts: AFSC (Baltimore): 410 323-7200; 
Brandywine Peace Community (Philadelphia): 610 544-1818; Pacem in Terris 
(Delaware): 302-656-2721. Iraq Pledge of Resistance (Washington, DC): 
301 589-2355.

Iraq Advocacy Day
Friday, March 19
Marks the one year anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Activists 
around the country are mobilizing to meet with their members of 
Congress. The Senate will be on recess that week and many House 
Representatives will return to their districts on Friday, so this is a 
good time to try and meet with your elected officials in home district 
offices. Activists have already started scheduling meetings and have 
listed them on the United for Peace and Justice (UfPJ) website. Sign up 
to join a meeting. If there isn’t one already scheduled, please consider 
leading the effort. You can download a guide from UfPJ’s website that 
includes talking points and a step by step process to scheduling a home 
district meeting. The March 19 Advocacy Day is a joint effort by United 
for Peace and Justice (UfPJ), Friends Committee for National Legislation 
(FCNL), the Institute for Policy Studies, Peace Action, the Education 
for Peace in Iraq Center (EPIC) and others. To search for a meeting 
scheduled in your area or to add one to the list, go to the United for 
Peace and Justice website at: www.unitedforpeace.org 
<http://www.unitedforpeace.org/>


The World STILL Says No To War
March 20^th , 12:00 noon

ASSEMBLE: Madison Ave. from 23rd St. heading north alongside Madison 
Square Park. Approximately 1 PM: MARCH kicks off, going west on 23rd 
St., north on 6th Ave., east on 40th St., south on Madison Ave. back to 
Madison Square Park on 23rd St.

“On the one year anniversary of the U.S. war against Iraq, a Global Day 
of Action will bring hundreds of thousands of people into the streets in 
cities around the world. In New York City the March 20th Mobilizing 
Committee and the March 20th National Coalition are organizing a unified 
demonstration opposing the criminal and empire-building policies of the 
Bush administration and their impact abroad and at home. We will march 
for an end to the occupation and corporate control of Iraq and to bring 
the troops home now. We will march for an end to the occupation of 
Palestine. We will march to fund human needs, restore cuts in social 
programs and against the ever-expanding attacks on all immigrants, labor 
rights and everyone's civil liberties - and we will stand united against 
racism here and abroad. We represent diverse communities and 
organizations opposed to the Bush Administration policies for many 
reasons, but on March 20th we will march together. By working together 
our two coalitions are confident we will mobilize a massive turnout on 
March 20th and send a strong, clear message.” (JOINT STATEMENT FROM 
MARCH 20 NATIONAL COALITION & MARCH 20 MOBILIZING COMMITTEE). Almost 300 
national and local organizations have endorsed UFPJ's call for 
demonstrations on March 20. Demonstrations are now planned in New York 
City, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and scores of other towns and 
cities. These numbers will grow as we approach March 20 and build toward 
a massive public outpouring of opposition to the Bush agenda. Momentum 
for March 20 is also growing around the world. Last month's World Social 
Forum in India - attended by over 80,000 representatives of social 
movements around the globe - concluded with a call to support the March 
20 Global Day of Action. A report on the Global Assembly of the Anti-War 
Movement that took place there is appended below. March 20 will send a 
clear message during this election year to those seeking to lead this 
nation: our movement is strong, determined and growing. FOR A DONATION 
OF $100 OR MORE, you will receive a video of United for Peace and 
Justice's historic National Teach-In on Iraq, Preemptive War and 
Democracy. This inspiring event, held on March 31, 2003 with upwards of 
2,000 people in attendance, brought together many of the most prominent 
and articulate voices of our day, including: Arundhati Roy, former 
Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney, Howard Zinn, Damu Smith, Phyllis Bennis, 
Hussein Ibish, Kathy Kelly, Rania Masri, Ralph Nader, Rev. Graylan 
Hagler, and, in one of his last public appearances, Edward Said. The 
three-hour video of the teach-in includes all of the presentations made 
at this remarkable gathering. Visit our website at 
http://www.unitedforpeace.org/nyc for downloadable NYC March 20 
leaflets, plus a ride and housing board. DONATIONS OF $100 OR MORE can 
be considered tax deductible. Just make a check out to A.J. Muste 
Memorial Institute and specify "UFPJ" in the memo. Mail it to UFPJ at 
P.O. Box 607, Times Square Station, New York, NY 10108.

Labor Contingent
Saturday, March 20, Noon
Madison Square Park (Madison Ave. & 23 St.)
March in NYC with Labor’s Contingent For U.S. Out of Iraq & Bring the 
Troops Home Now. *End War & Occupation in Palestine, Afghanistan, 
Everywhere *Stop Bush’s War on Workers - At Home & Abroad *Fund Jobs, 
Health Care & Schools - Not War *Fight Racism - Defend Immigrant, Civil 
& Labor Rights.
For more labor info, contact: nyclaw at comcast.net, 917.282.0139.

Code Pink Contingent

March 20, 11:45 a.m.

15 East 26th Street between 5th and Madison, New York City, NY

On March 20, people on every continent will take to the streets to say 
YES to peace and NO to pre-emptive war and occupation. Go to New York 
City. CODEPINKers from around the northeast to assemble at this point.


Get on the Bus to NY
Saturday, March 20, 6:00 am
Union Station, 1st & Massachusettes, NW
DAWN is renting busses to carry DC-area citizens to New York City in a 
convergence. Following the rally and march in New York City, the busses 
will bring us back to DC that night. Bus tickets are $35 per person 
round trip, including a brown-bag lunch. If you are going to buy tickets 
for the March 20 anti-war mobilization and have not yet purchased your 
tickets, you will want to read this. Dozens of people have expressed to 
us their desire to join us for our bus trip but have not yet purchased 
tickets. Unfortunately, if you do not buy your tickets by March 13, you 
risk not getting a seat on the bus and may substantially reduce our New 
York presence. The bus company requires us to tell them how many buses 
we need by March 13. At that time, our working group must decide how 
many buses to go with. Since buses are expensive, we will not risk 
getting an extra bus if we don't feel we can fill it. So buy your 
tickets ASAP. After March 13, we may still have tickets, but we cannot 
guarantee it since we will not oversell a bus. After March 13, all 
ticket sales will be to fill up the final bus.

You can purchase tickets by cash or check directly from the following 
locations:

Whole Foods Tacoma Park Food Coop, 201Ethan Allen Avenue Tacoma Park, 
MD, 800-626-9049.
College Perk Coffeehouse, 9078 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD, (301) 
982-0587 or info at collegeperk.org <mailto:info at collegeperk.org>.
Politics And Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave, NW, 202-364-1919. See: 
http://www.politics-prose.com/. Hours: Mon - Thur: 9 AM - 10 PM; Fri & 
Sat: 9 AM - 11 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 8 PM
Provisions Library: Resource Center for Activism and the Arts, 1611 
Connecticut Ave, NW - Suite 200, 202-299-0460. See: 
www.provisionslibrary.org. Hours: Tues - Fri: 4 - 8 PM, Sat - Sun: 12 - 
3 PM. Purchase includes Provisions Library's Resource Kit.
The Warehouse Theater and Gallery, 1021 7th St, NW, 202-257-5989. See: 
http://www.warehousetheater.com/. Hours: Mon - Sat: 8 AM - 10 PM
Idle Time Books, 2467 18th St, NW, 202-232-4774 or 
idletimebooks at hotmail.com. Hours: 7 days a week: 11 AM - 10 PM
Brian MacKenzie Infoshop, The Flemming Center, 1426 9th St, NW, 
202-986-0681. Hours: Mon - Thur: 12 Noon - 9 PM; Fri: 12 Noon - 10 PM; 
Sat: 10 - 10 PM; Sun: 12 Noon - 7 PM
American Friends Services Committee (AFSC), 2211 14th St, NW, 202-299-1050
Institute for Policy Studies, 733 15th St, NW, Suite 1020. Hours: Mon - 
Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM
Bridge Street Books, 2814 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, 202-965-5200.
For details and ticket locations, see www.dawndc.net or write 
info at dawndc.net <mailto:info at dawndc.net>

Local Actions Against War

Saturday, March 20

Cities and towns around the U.S.

150+ marches and rallies around the country to protest the occupation of 
Iraq. United for Peace and Justice (UFPJ) is a national coalition with 
more than 700 groups under its umbrella. Since its founding in October 
2002, UFPJ has spurred hundreds of protests and rallies around the 
country, including the two largest demonstrations against the Iraq war. 
See: United for Peace and Justice http://www.unitedforpeace.org for more 
information. Contact: Bill Dobbs Media Coordinator United for Peace and 
Justice (212) 868-5545 office press at unitedforpeace.org 
http://www.unitedforpeace.org <http://www.unitedforpeace.org/>

Washington, DC Action

Saturday, March 20, 12:00 (noon) to 2:00

Silent Vigil, U.S. Capitol, West Lawn, Metro: South Capital (blue/orange 
line) and Union Station (red line)

We will be renewing our silent vigil on the first anniversary of the war 
on Iraq. We would love to have you join us for any portion of time that 
works for you. This vigil stood weekly for over a year of build-up to 
war and fighting, before being suspended in January. Organized by 
Quakers; open to everyone. We stand next to a blue banner that says 
"Seek Peace and Pursue It" That is a quote from Psalms--and good foreign 
policy. Nearest Metro stops: Some on-street parking available near the 
U.S. Botanic Garden. Questions? contact Libby Garvey at 
garvey73 at erols.com or at 703-820-3523.

Baltimore Action

March 20, 12:00 noon

War Memorial Plaza on Gay Street

The Baltimore Pledge of Resistance is calling for a demonstration and 
looking for performers, speakers and protesters, as well as co-sponsors. 
There will be a Bark Out For Peace, so bring four-legged family members, 
and possibly a march to the Inner Harbor. If interested, contact Max at 
410-323-7200 or mobuszewski at afsc.org <mailto:mobuszewski at afsc.org>.

DC Anti-Imperialist Demo?
March 20, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Is anyone interested in doing something here in DC in conjunction with 
the March 20th anti-imperialism events? Might I suggest highway overpass 
demos as a good way to reach a lot of people with a limited number of 
participants. If you're planning on going to New York that day, by all 
means don't change your plans. It's important that there be a good 
turnout there, too. Contact: Ken Meyercord 703-481-5711.

Veterans and Military Families Say No
March 20
Ft. Bragg, Fayetteville, NC
Demonstrators from throughout the Southeast will gather for what is 
expected to be the biggest anti-war march held in this military town 
since the Vietnam war. Fayetteville is home to Ft. Bragg, one of the 
largest military bases in the U.S., and is adjacent to Pope Air Force 
Base. The march and rally will include speakers, music, poetry and song. 
"There are a lot of vets and military family members who think this war 
is wrong," said Lou Plummer of Fayetteville Peace with Justice and 
Military Families Speak Out, two of the event’s sponsors. "We called 
Saddam evil for killing Iraqis, yet we are responsible for 8-10,000 
deaths ourselves, many of them innocent civilians. The 500+ US soldiers 
who have been killed and the thousands of wounded and disabled service 
members are victims of a government that does not care about them. We’re 
holding the march here in Fayetteville to show the world that there are 
military families and vets in solidarity with the millions of others who 
are negatively affected by war and occupation in Iraq, and by its 
consequences at home." Marchers will assemble around three themes: "We 
Demand Real Support For The Troops: Bring Them Home Now!", "Money For 
Jobs And Education, Not War And Occupations", and "The World Still Says 
No To War!" The Fayetteville march and rally is part of an international 
Global Day of Action Against War and Occupation. In addition to the 
march in Fayetteville there will be an event in Asheville from 1-5 at 
City-County Plaza. Organizations building worldwide for this year’s 
event include the World Social Forum, United for Peace and Justice, 
Military Families Speak Out, Fellowship of Reconciliation, Black 
Solidarity Against War, U.S. Labor Against the War, N.C. Council of 
Churches, Veterans for Peace, Bring Them Home Now coalition, American 
Friends Service Committee, September 11 Families for Peaceful Tomorrows, 
People of Color Against the War, and the International Socialist 
Organization. As the world once again says NO! to war, military families 
and veterans of the military will take center stage in Fayetteville, 
North Carolina - the home of Fort Bragg -- as the North Carolina 
Coalition for Peace and Justice demands that the United States 
government provide REAL support for G.I.’s and other military personnel 
by bringing them home now. This rally will draw attention to the 
stop-loss policy that keeps personnel in the service beyond the time 
that they originally committed to, inadequate psychological and 
emotional services for military personnel and their families, and other 
key issues of interest to military families and veterans. It will also 
demand that the government commit billions to education and the creation 
of jobs, not war and occupations. Visit http://www.ncpeacehub.org/ for 
more information, or contact Bryan Proffitt at bproffitt33 at yahoo.com . 
Contacts: Lou Plummer, Fayetteville Peace with Justice and Military 
Families Speak Out, fayettevillepwj at nc.rr.com or call 910/433-9053. 
Chuck Fager, Quaker House CHUCKFAGER at aol.com or call 910/ 323-3912. In 
Asheville: Tim Pluta, timpluta at hotmail.com or call 828/689-846.

Bus to Fayetteville, NC

March 19, Midnight

The bus will be leaving from the Greenbelt Metrorail station (green 
line) at midnight on Friday, March 19th. It will jump on the beltway and 
(6 hours later) have breakfast in Fayetteville on March 20th around 6 
a.m. At 5pm, the bus will leave Fayetteville and return to Greenbelt at 
11 p.m. No overnight. Veterans For Peace and Left Turn are planning to 
sponsor a bus from DC to Fayetteville, NC. This will support a 
demonstration by Veterans for Peace, Military Families Speak Out and 
GI's at a major military base. Tickets will be $40. Contact: Patrick 
McCann, 301-324-5322 (local contact for VFP and VVAW).

2004 Action Plan - UFPJ

As important as the March 20 day of protest will be, the work of United 
for Peace and Justice will be far from over. Our "2004 Action Plan" 
calls for a full program of actions and educational work in the spring 
and summer that will further "shape the debate." 
(http://www.unitedforpeace.org/article.php?id=2206 ). We need to come 
out of March 20 with our finances in place to immediately move into the 
next phases of this year's work. various coalitions, organizations and 
movements involved in the General Assembly of the Anti-War Movement 
thought of contributing to this effort by setting up a common, neutral 
and open website that everyone can use for mobilizing for March 20. The 
website www.march20th.org attempts to list as many as possible of the 
actions planned for the global day of action against the war.


_MARK YOUR CALENDAR_

Sowing Futures (Semilleros de Futuros)
The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) seeks motivated young 
people to join, the 2004 Mexico Youth Summer Project. Sowing Futures 
offers a wonderful opportunity for youths from countries of the 
Americas, Europe and the indigenous communities of Mexico to work 
together - sharing from their diverse cultures and experiences to 
address the political, social, ecological, and economic challenges of 
the present and future. The program runs for approximately seven weeks 
beginning June 27, 2004. Participants must be between 18-26 years of age 
and able to converse comfortably in Spanish. The application deadline is 
Mar. 12, 2004, and a project fee of $1,250 is required, which includes 
food, lodging and project materials. Scholarships are available for 
people with demonstrated financial need. For more information: Jamie 
Wick, Mexico Youth Summer Project, American Friends Service Committee, 
1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, or contact via email at 
mexsummer at afsc.org. A downloadable application is available on the AFSC 
website at _www.afsc.org/mexicosummer.htm 
<http://www.afsc.org/mexicosummer.htm>_.

Congressional Briefing on Turkish Torture

Friday, March 12, 2004 10:00 am-12:00pm

2253Rayburn House Office Building, Independence & New Jersey Aves., NW

Congressman Bob Filner will honor the work of jailed and tortured 
Turkish writer Ismail Besikci at a briefing in the United States 
Congress. The event will launch Mr. Besikci¹s book, International Colony 
Kurdistan, in the United States. Publisher and historian Ara Sarafian 
will read excerpts from the book. Ismail Besikci is a Turk who believes 
truth is more important than one’s country. For his honesty, he was 
sentenced to over one hundred years in jail for doing research on the 
taboo topics of the Kurds and Kurdistan inside Turkey. Tortured as well, 
he was finally released in 1999, after serving 17 years in various 
Turkish prisons. His most famous book, International Colony Kurdistan, 
tackles the Kurdish story in the Middle East and reveals a duplicity 
that goes unnoticed not only in Turkey, Syria, Iraq and Iran that 
control the contiguous Kurdistan, but also among the so called ³wiser² 
and ³kinder² nations of the world where the operative term is the Middle 
Eastern states are the sole custodians of the Kurds, the way a farmer, 
one might say, has power over livestock. Both Filner and Sarafian will 
be at hand for a question-and-answer session afterwards. Kurdish Food by 
Ciya. Contact: Kim Messineo, 202.225.8045

Haiti: Behind the Brutal Rightist Insurgency

Friday, March 12, Fund-raising Dinner 6:30 PM, Speaker 7:30 PM

Pathfinder Bookstore, 3717-B Georgia Ave., NW (Petworth Metro, Green Line)

U.S. troops out of Haiti. End Haiti’s Debt Slavery - Cancel the Debt. 
Why should working people oppose imperialist intervention in Haiti? What 
is Washington’s role in the unfolding military coup? How does the 
example of the Cuban revolution show the way forward? Speaker: Janice 
Lynn, Socialist Workers Party, No one turned away for lack of funds. 
Dinner $4, Presentation $5. For more information, call: 202-722-1315 
e-mail: militantlaborforum at verizon.net.

Demonstration Rally in support of the Haitian Constitution

Saturday, March 13, 11:00 am

National Mall, between 10th – 14th Streets (Smithsonian Metro, 
Orange/Blue Line

See: www.10thdepartment.org <http://www.10thdepartment.org/>

THE CRISIS IN HAITI: Learn What is Really Going On

Saturday, March 13^th , 12 pm to 2 pm

Shiloh Baptist Church Family Life Center, 9th and P Sts., NW 
[Shaw/Howard Univ. Metro Green Line.]

Receive an update from experts who have lived and worked with the 
Haitian peasants! See a video on the roots of the current crisis in 
Haiti! Learn how you and your organization can help the people of Haiti 
during this critical period! On-street parking. Co-sponsored by the 
Social Justice Committee of Shiloh Baptist Church and Brothers and 
Sisters International. For more info call 202/232-8936 or 301/336-7913.

Reproductive Justice and Rights

Saturday March 13, 1-3pm

WPFW call-ins 2:00 – 2:30pm.

Sisterspace & Books, 1515 U Street, NW (U Street/Cardozo Metro, Green Line)

Many are aware that there will be a herstorical march April 25^th in 
support of reproductive rights, justice and choice. There are varied but 
strong feelings about this issue. Is it only about abortion? What does 
choice imply? Can I be against abortion personally, yet still be a 
supporter of reproductive rights? What is reproductive justice? Should 
women of color be involved? Join with speakers from organizations and 
the community in dialog. Make a decision to sign up and become a part of 
the Sisterspace Delegation being organized as part of the national Women 
of Color Delegation which will be comprised of women of color and people 
of color from all across the country. WPFW radio at 89.3 FM will 
broadcast this forum LIVE over the airwaves as part of their 
International Women's Day activities. There will be a call-in section of 
the Forum, so those of you at home, work, or on your cell phone can call 
in with a question for the panel. Please listen and then call starting 
at 2:05 pm at 202-588-0893. Call with a question to help liven up the 
discussion, and motivate people to organize a delegation for the March. 
Please join Sisterspace, WPFW's Sophies Parlor, local spoken word 
artists and members of the March staff for this important community 
forum. For more information on the March or the Forum call Nkenge Toure 
at the March office 202-349-3754 or email NKenge at marchforwomen.org. 
Sisterspace & Books, 202-332-3433.

Break Through 2004

March 13-14

DePaul University, Lincoln Park Campus, Chicago, IL

A conference for anti-Occupation organizers sponsored by the Refuser 
Solidarity Network. Conference attendees may stay at The Inn at Lincoln 
Park. RSN may be able to arrange for you to stay with a local supporter; 
let them know on the registration form if you need assistance. During 
this weekend, the conference will gather together official 
representatives of all the Refuser groups, other Refusers living in the 
United States, leaders and volunteers of the Refuser Solidarity Network, 
and anti-Occupation activists from around the country. Through 
discussions, workshops and sharing of ideas, they will develop concrete 
plans for using the courageous stand and sacrifices of the Refusers to 
increase the effectiveness of own anti-Occupation organizing. Details at 
http://www.refusersolidarity.net/

International Day of Action for Rivers

Sunday, March 14

For several years, 14 March has been the international day of action for 
rivers and against large dams. The “Rivers for Life” conference in 
Thailand has agreed to make 14 March 2004 an international day of action 
on the World Bank and large dams. There are many good reasons for a 
strong NGO mobilization on 14 March: Through its new Water Resources 
Sector Strategy (WRSS), the World Bank plans to re-engage in so-called 
“high risk/high reward” projects - in other words, in large dams. 
Recently, the Bank for example announced it would start financing large 
dams again in India. The WRSS continues to focus on privatization and 
private sector participation in the water sector in spite of the failure 
of its earlier model projects such as the privatization of water supply 
in Manila. Lots of information that will be useful for 14 March is 
available on IRN’s website: 
(http://www.irn.org/programs/finance/index.asp?id=030919.wbgambling.html), 
. Please inform us about your plans for 14 March. We would like to 
exchange information about action ideas etc. among all interested 
groups. Contact: Peter Bosshard International Rivers Network 
peter at irn.org **

Latin America Reality Tours 2004

March 13-20

Brazil, Alternative Spring Break in Rio de Janeiro

Spend an alternative spring break in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's most 
beautiful, yet troubled city. Learn about the plight of Rio¹s street 
children, visit a favela, and meet with representatives struggling for 
economic justice. Learn about all this while enjoying the beauty of 
Brazilian music, dance, and breath taking landscape. We invite you to 
experience the realities faced by small-scale producers and their 
communities in Latin America by traveling on a Global Exchange Reality 
Tour. These life changing experiences will open your eyes and your heart 
and fuel your fire for social justice activism. Sharing your wexperience 
after a Reality Tour is one of the best ways to activate your community 
in the movement, too! Please see below for upcoming travel delegations 
and nationwide speaking tours on Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, 
Nicaragua, Ecuador and Argentina. We hope you will you join us! thanks 
as always for your support. Cost $950. For this and future tours, 
contact: http://www.globalexchange.org/tours/505.html.

The Hague War Crimes Tribunal: Milestones and Pitfalls

Monday, March 15^th ; 1:30pm-3:00pm

Voice of America, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, C Street entrance, 
between 3^rd & 4^th Streets, SW (Metro: Blue/Orange to Federal Center 
Southwest or Blue/Orange, Green/Yellow Lines to L’Enfant Plaza stop)

This on-the-record discussion, moderated by VOA Bosnian Service Chief 
Dzeilana Pecanin Allison, will focus on the issue of major war criminals 
still at large, along with what steps are necessary to apprehend these 
fugitives. While the primary focus will be on Yugoslavia, it is 
anticipated that war crimes in other regions will also be discussed. 
Discussion panelists: Pierre-Richard Prosper, Ambassador-at-Large, 
Office of War Crime Issues, Department of State, Nina Bang-Jensen, 
Executive Director, Coalition for International Justice, and Mark 
Vlasic, former Assistant Prosecutor, The Hague

Contact: Brian Mabry, 202-401-7000; www.voa.gov <http://www.voa.gov/>.

National Voice Media/Civic Participation Meeting

March 15-16

Washington, DC

Voice media/civic participation meeting in D.C. We're looking for youth 
leaders to attend. There will be a lot of national folks from 
progressive leadership there. Do you have any recommendations for 
participants from Student Peace Action Network? Small travel and 
national stipends are available ($100) for a couple spots. Lodging and 
breakfast/dinners are paid for by participants. Glenda Marsh National 
Voice gmarsh at nationalvoice.org <mailto:gmarsh at nationalvoice.org>.

Remember Rachel Corrie A National Day of Remembrance

March 16^th , 4:00 to 5:30 pm

Caterpillar Office, 818 Connecticut Avenue NW

5:45 to 7:00 pm

Farragut Park, 17th and K. Streets NW

Flyer located at http://www.dcpalestine.org/submissions/IDA57a- 
403984F9. Rally at Caterpillar Office. March to Farragut Park. Vigil at 
Farragut Park. On March 16, 2003, American citizen Rachel Corrie, from 
Olympia, Washington was crushed by an Israeli bulldozer when attempting 
to prevent the driver from demolishing a Palestinian home and 
devastating another family's life. An International Solidarity Movement 
peace activist, 23-year old Rachel sacrificed her life so that others 
may have a chance to live in peace, justice and security. Join us in 
honoring Rachel's Selfless Commitment to Fight for Truth and Justice, 
Regardless of the Personal Sacrifice. Sponsoring Organizations: Al-Awda 
DC, American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee- Washington DC Area 
Chapter, Council on American Islamic Relations-MD, Council for the 
National Interest, DC Counsil of Muslim Student Association, Islamic 
Alliance for Justice, Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel, Muslim 
Students Association of the US and Canada, Network of Arab American 
Professionals, The Palestine Center, Partners for Peace, Solidarity 
International, Students for Justice in Palestine at American University 
- George Washington University - Georgetown University - University of 
Maryland, SUSTAIN and Women in Black DC.

JERUSALEM WOMEN SPEAK TOUR

Wednesday, March 16, 3:00pm

American University, McDowell Formal Lounge 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW 
Three women, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish, who are living the realities 
of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will share their experiences and 
hopes for a just peace. SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS: Students for Justice 
in Palestine at American University, SJP-AU. CONTACT: (202) 863-2951 
info at partnersforpeace.org <mailto:info at partnersforpeace.org>

JERUSALEM WOMEN SPEAK TOUR

Wednesday, March 16, 7:30 pm

Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation, 7727 Persimmon Tree Lane 
Bethesda, MD Three women, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish, who are living 
the realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will share their 
experiences and hopes for a just peace. Call: 301-767-3333 
http://www.adatshalom.net/ for directions. CONTACT: (202) 863-2951 
info at partnersforpeace.org <mailto:info at partnersforpeace.org>.

HAITIAN CRISIS BRIEFING

March 17, 10:00 A.M. (Location TBA)

2:00 P.M, Rayburn 2142

PANELISTS REPRESENTATIVE OF THE STATE DEPARTMENT: U.S. GOVERNMENT 
POSITION ON HAITI. PANEL ONE: DEMOCRACY IN HAITI Eugenia Charles, Haiti 
Reborn, Selena Mendy Singleton, Trans Africa Forum. PANEL TWO: FAIR 
TREATMENT OF POTENTIAL REFUGEES Bill Frelick, Amnesty International, 
Galen Carey, World Relief, Donna Derr, Church World

PALESTINE AND PALESTINIAN POSTER ART

Date (?) 12:00 Noon-1:00pm

The Middle East Institute, The MEI Boardman Room 1761 N St. NW

Speaker: Dan Walsh Description: Dan Walsh, director of Liberation 
Graphics and former Peace Corps volunteer in Morocco, started collecting 
posters on the subject of Palestine in 1974. His collection consists of 
approximately 3,000 titles. Cultural Democracy at Work. CONTACT: 
202-785-1141 mideasti at mideasti.org <mailto:mideasti at mideasti.org>.

THE ACCOUNTABILITY ACTS: Implications for US Policy

Wednesday, March 17, 2:00 – 4:00 pm

The National Press Club Holeman Lounge 529 14th Street, NW, 13th Floor

The Council for the National Interest (CNI) and the Institute for 
Research: Middle Eastern Policy (IRmep) cordially invites you to a panel 
discussion with * H.E. Imad Moustapha, the Syrian Arab Republic 
Ambassador to the U.S.* Grant Smith, Research Director of the IRmep and 
author of a review of the Saudi Arabian Accountability Act now before 
Congress * Stephen Zunes, San Francisco State University, author of 
Tinderbox: U.S. Middle East Policy and the Roots of Terrorism * Eugene 
Bird, President of the Council for the National Interest The new Syrian 
and Saudi “Accountability Acts” represent unique Congressional forays 
into the executive branch's traditional authority over US foreign 
affairs. What is the potential long-term diplomatic and economic impact 
of accountability acts on the United States and its relations with the 
international community? What evidence and justifications underlie the 
acts? How are American national interests served? Which lobbies and 
interest groups seek these acts? As U.S. Congress sets preconditions for 
relations with Middle East nations based on violations of international 
laws and resolutions, should a regional balance be sought in order to 
increase US credibility? Should relations with Israel also be subject to 
an accountability act? Join us for a panel discussion of the 
Accountability Acts and the introduction of a draft “Israel 
Accountability and Security Act.” Notice: RSVP required (registered 
guests will be given priority) Register online at: 
http://www.IRmep.org/Accountability.htm or call 1-800-296-6958.

2004 Jerusalem Women Speak Tour

Wednesday, March 17, 3:00 p.m.

American University McDowell Formal Lounge

Civil Liberties under Attack: Government Conduct and the Bill of Rights

Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM, through May 5

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD

A series run as part of the Baltimore Free University, sponsored by the 
Johns Hopkins University Center for Social Concerns. The course will 
examine the government’s interference and attacks on progressive 
movements from the historic Palmer raids, to the FBI’s infamous 
COINTELPRO of the sixties, to the post-9/11 Patriot and Homeland 
Security Acts. Instructors are Michael Brand, a political activist and 
former mathematics professor, Marshall “Eddie” Conway, a political 
prisoner whose work on his doctorate thesis addresses the issue of Black 
Panthers as political prisoners, and Chuck Michaels, an attorney who has 
authored a book on the Patriot Act: No Greater Threat. Contact Dominque 
at 410-323-7200 ext. 22.

Reporting from Occupied Iraq

Wednesday, March 17, 7:00 – 9:00 pm

2027 Massachusetts Ave., NW (Dupont Circle Metro, Red line)

Baghdad correspondent Dahr Jamail will speak about his experience 
covering the missing stories of Iraqis under occupation. A journalist 
for the NewStandard, he spent 9 weeks in Iraq reporting on the 
privatization of the people, the resulting economic crisis, and the 
violent insurrections against the occupation and the heavy-handed 
tactics of the US military against the people. A short documentary film 
will be shown. Jamail will share photos and stories from his work as an 
independent media reporter. NewStandard editors will speak about their 
unique online publication. See: http://newstandardnews.net 
<http://newstandardnews.net/>. Co-sponsored by Washington Peace Center, 
AFSC-DC, and Code Pink. Contact: Washington Peace Center 202-234-2000.

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli Military Resister

Wednesday, March 17, 7:30 pm

Adas Israel, 2850 Quebec St. NW (Cleveland Park)

Speaking with Rafi Dajani of the American Task Force on Palestine. In 
January 1982 Ram joined the IDF in order to take part in the defense of 
Israel. However, when he was told to join the medical unit that was 
going to Lebanon, he informed his commanding officer that he refused to 
serve in Lebanon. In 1983 he became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of 
young reservists who, like him, refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served 
in the Medical Corps as a medical supply worker until his release from 
the army at the age of 45 in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about 
the current conflict, the role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement 
and ways Americans can help advance the push for peace. Event sponsored 
by Brit Tzedek V'Shalom.

2004 Jerusalem Women Speak Tour

Thursday, March 18 9:30 a.m.

1302 Longworth House Office Building

Capitol Hill Briefing hosted by Congresswoman Eddie Bernice 
Johnson.Three women, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish, who are living the 
realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will share their 
experiences and hopes for a just peace. CONTACT: (202) 863-2951 
info at partnersforpeace.org <mailto:info at partnersforpeace.org>.

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli Military Resister

Thursday, March 18, 11:30 am -1:00 pm

Univ. of Md., College Park; Anne Arundel Hall Lounge

In January 1982 Ram joined the IDF in order to take part in the defense 
of Israel. However, when he was told to join the medical unit that was 
going to Lebanon, he informed his commanding officer that he refused to 
serve in Lebanon. In 1983 he became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of 
young reservists who, like him, refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served 
in the Medical Corps as a medical supply worker until his release from 
the army at the age of 45 in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about 
the current conflict, the role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement 
and ways Americans can help advance the push for peace. Event sponsored 
by Org. of Arab Students and the College Honors Program

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli Military Resister

Thursday, March 18, 2:00-4:00

American Univ., Clark Hall, First Floor Seminar Room

In January 1982 Ram joined the IDF in order to take part in the defense 
of Israel. However, when he was told to join the medical unit that was 
going to Lebanon, he informed his commanding officer that he refused to 
serve in Lebanon. In 1983 he became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of 
young reservists who, like him, refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served 
in the Medical Corps as a medical supply worker until his release from 
the army at the age of 45 in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about 
the current conflict, the role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement 
and ways Americans can help advance the push for peace. Event 
co-sponsored by Students for Justice in Palestine, Society for Peace and 
Conflict Resolution and Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel.

HONORING RACHEL CORRIE AND NONVIOLENT RESISTANCE

Thursday March 18, 6:00pm-8:30pm

The Palestine Center, 2425-35 Virginia Avenue, NW

PANEL DISCUSSION: Book Signing, and Reception Harnessing Nonviolent 
Power in the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict Speakers will address the 
growing interest in nonviolent resistance, examples of experiences and 
methods from successful nonviolence. Contact: 202 338-1325 
rsvp at palestinecenter.org <mailto:rsvp at palestinecenter.org>.

"Harnessing Nonviolent Power in the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict,"

Thursday, March 18, 6:00-7:30 pm

Palestine Center, 2435 Virginia Ave. NW

Ram Rahat-Goodman, Israeli military resister, speaking at a panel on 
along with Jack Duvall and Nadia Hijab. In January 1982 Ram joined the 
IDF in order to take part in the defense of Israel. However, when he was 
told to join the medical unit that was going to Lebanon, he informed his 
commanding officer that he refused to serve in Lebanon. In 1983 he 
became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of young reservists who, like him, 
refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served in the Medical Corps as a 
medical supply worker until his release from the army at the age of 45 
in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about the current conflict, the 
role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement and ways Americans can help 
advance the push for peace. Please RSVP for this event to 202-238-1325 
or send an email to rsvp at palestinecenter.org 
<mailto:rsvp at palestinecenter.org>

Baghdad: Stories from Iraq Under Occupation

Thursday, March 18^th , 7:30 p.m.

Bethesda Friends Meeting, Bethesda, MD

Mary Trotochaud and Rick McDowell, are AFSC Representatives in Baghdad, 
Iraq, having served in that capacity since the spring of 2003. In 
addition to supporting AFSC projects, they chronicle life in Iraq for 
the AFSC web site (_www.afsc.org <http://www.afsc.org>_) and interact 
daily with average Iraqis, including those involved in efforts to create 
civic organizations. Mary has worked as a facilitator of non-violence 
training in New England and around the United States. She traveled to 
Iraq in December 2002 with a U.S. religious leadership delegation. Since 
1996, Rick has led or accompanied 15 delegations to Iraq, including a 
U.S. Quaker/AFSC delegation and a Fellowship of Reconciliation 
delegation of Nobel Peace Laureates. He has been involved in Middle-East 
related issues since 1988. The American Friends Service Committee 
carries out service, development, social justice and peace programs 
throughout the world. To obtain more information, contact Heather Foote, 
public affairs and Washington Office director for American Friends 
Service Committee, at (202) 483-3341.

Politics Online Conference - 'The Conversation is Changing'

March 19

The George Washington University

The Institute for Politics, Democracy & the Internet presents the 11th 
Politics Online Conference. This year, online political campaigns have 
exceeded all expectations and re-written the playbook for online 
political activities. How did they do it? POLC 2004 will translate 
effective, real innovations from online campaigning in 2004 into an 
open, relevant dialogue for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, 
politicos, industry executives and others. More Info : 
www.ipdi.org/politicsonline http://www.ipdi.org/politicsonline.

Haiti Behind the Brutal Rightist Insurgency

Friday, March 19, Dinner 6:30 PM, Program 7:30 PM

Pathfinder Bookstore 3717-B Georgia Ave., NW Next to the Petworth Metro 
Stop (Green Line) on the corner of Georgia Ave. and New Hampshire

U.S. troops out of Haiti End Haiti’s Debt Slavery - Cancel the Debt. Why 
should working people oppose imperialist intervention in Haiti? What is 
Washington’s role in the unfolding military coup? How does the example 
of the Cuban revolution show the way forward? Speakers: Marx Aristide - 
Haiti Support Project John Hawkins - Socialist Workers Party Program 
$4.00 Fund-raising Dinner $5.00 (no one turned away for lack of funds) 
for more information, call: 202-722-1315 or e-mail: 
militantlaborforum at verizon.net <mailto:militantlaborforum at verizon.net>

Breaking Ranks – Israeli and US Military Resistance

Friday, March 19, 7:00 pm

1426 9th St. NW, Community Room (accessible from Convention Center and 
Shaw/Howard U. stops on the Green Line);

Israeli Military Resister Ram Rahat-Goodman: Born in 1957, in the 
suburbs of Montreal, Ram was the product of a 'typical Jewish 
upbringing. However, his path took a turn in 1973 when he joined 
Hashomer Hatzair, a Socialist-Zionist Youth movement. In January 1982 
Ram joined the IDF in order to take part in the defense of Israel. 
However, when he was told to join the medical unit that was going to 
Lebanon, he informed his commanding officer that he refused to serve in 
Lebanon. In 1983 he became active with Yesh Gvul, a group of young 
reservists who, like him, refused to serve in Lebanon. Ram served in the 
Medical Corps as a medical supply worker until his release from the army 
at the age of 45 in December 2002. Ram will be speaking about the 
current conflict, the role of the now-1300 strong refuser movement and 
ways Americans can help advance the push for peace. John Judge, a 
long-time American GI counselor and organizer will talk about rising 
military resistance and military family opposition to the war. Sponsored 
by Washington Peace Center, Center on Conscience and War, American 
Friends Service Committee and Refuser Solidarity Network. Contact: WPC 
202-234-2000.

NATIONAL MARCH FOR DEMOCRACY AND UNITY IN HAITI

Saturday, March 20, 10:00 am

Constitution Gardens is located W. of 17th and South of Constitution Ave

Route: March from Constitution Gardens, to the State Department, and the 
White House to conclude at the National Mall in Washington, DC. Bus 
Parking will be available at RFK Stadium on the day of the march. Who 
are the organizers? 10th DOHE (10th Department Organization for Haitian 
Empowerment) Co-sponsors: Global Justice, Inc. • Haiti Action Committee 
• Let Haiti Live: Coalition for a Just U.S. Policy • Black Voices for 
Peace. Students are encouraged to get involved. For more information 
contact 10th DOHE 202-508-3891, 301-404-2646; 301-537-8162; Mildred 
Charles via e-mail mildred at 10thdepartment.org; Eugenia Charles-Mathurin 
at eugenia at 10thdepartment.org; Calherbe Monel at 
calherbe at 10thdepartment.org or visit www.10thdepartment.org

A Land Twice Promised

Saturday, March 20, 8:00 pm

Temple Shalom 8401 Grubb Road, Chevy Chase, MD

Storyteller Noa Baum, an Israeli who began a heartfelt dialogue with a 
Palestinian woman while living in the United States, weaves together 
their memories and their mothers' stories. She creates a moving 
testimony illuminating the complex and contradictory history and 
emotions that surround Jerusalem for Israelis and Palestinians alike. 
Admission: $15.00 for members of Am Kolel and Temple Shalom, $18 general 
public, and free to teenagers. Proceeds have been designated to support 
the work of Israeli-Palestinians Bereaved Families for Peace and Rabbis 
for Human Rights in Israel. Information: 301-309-2310 (Am Kolel) or 
301-587-2273 (Temple Shalom). Noa Baum 13 Devon Road Silver Spring, MD 
20910 (301) 587-3558 cell: (703) 244-1938 or noabaum at earthlink.net 
<mailto:noabaum at earthlink.net>.

Three Mile Island 25^th Anniversary Anti-Nuclear Days of Action

Monday, March 22^nd – Sunday. March 28^th

Local and national actions will be taking place to prevent nuclear 
hazards and stop the nuclear power relapse. March 28^th marks the 25^th 
anniversary of the Three Mile Island (TMI) nuclear meltdown in 
Pennsylvania. NIRS/WISE is calling for an International Week of Action 
from 3/22-3/28 to commemorate the disaster and to oppose the “Nuclear 
Power Relapse”. Info: NIRS (Nuclear Information & Resource Service) 
202-328-0002; nirsnet at nirs.org <mailto:nirsnet at nirs.org>.

Emergency Fact Finding Delegation to Haiti

March 23 – April 2

The Quixote Center will coordinate an Emergency Fact Finding Delegation 
to Haiti Please join us in this critical mission. The Quixote Center is 
a solidarity organization with an almost fifteen year history of 
supporting the popular movement in Haiti. We have coordinated dozens of 
delegations to Haiti over the years, including a fact finding mission in 
January 2003. The fundamental goal of the delegation is to responsibly 
bear witness to events in Haiti in a spirit of solidarity with the 
Haitian poor. In order to this, we will investigate the current 
situation in Port-au-Prince, the Central Plateau, and the North, where 
violence has been widespread. Quixote Center staff will arrange meetings 
with members of the many sides of Haiti’s political crisis in order to 
better understand the entities involved, their history and current 
composition, as well as meetings with members of Haitian grassroots and 
popular organizations. In addition we will engage in dialogue with 
average Haitians in different geographical areas. At the conclusion of 
the delegation, participants will spend a final day processing the 
information gathered. We will then share the findings of our team with 
the wider American and international audience both to inform them and to 
incite activism. Our findings will also be used to lobby Congress and 
high-profile organizations to get involved in monitoring and/or 
influencing unfolding events in Haiti. A formal itinerary for the 
delegation is still be formulated. We will attempt to include meetings 
with political party (Group of 184, Democratic Convergence, Fanmi 
Lavalas) and government representatives, the US Embassy, USAID, CARICOM, 
the UN, the OAS, the Canadian Embassy and the French Embassy, as well as 
any other foreign intervention forces. We will also meet with 
non-governmental and community-based organizations: PAPDA (The Haitian 
Platform to Advocate for an Alternative Development coalition, including 
SOFA, Tet Kole Ti Peyizan and Batay Ouvriye), COFEVIH (Coalition of 
Haiti Women Victims), Inter- Union Women’s Workers, the Confederation of 
Haitian Workers, The 30th September Foundation, Lambi Fund, APROSIFA and 
others. We expect to need ten full days in country, in order to 
adequately investigate all aspects of the current situation. The cost 
per participant is $1300 plus international airfare. The fee includes 
all in-country travel and lodging, breakfast and dinner each day, 
translation and coordination. Participants are responsible for their 
airfare to Port-au-Prince, lunch and the exit fee (currently $20 U.S.). 
Some partial scholarships are available. Please consider joining us for 
this critical delegation. We believe your voice can have an impact. 
Contact Melinda Miles (melinda at haitireborn.org) or Dawan Jones 
(dawanjones at haitireborn.org), or 301-699-3443 x121 for more information.

“The Legacy of Ralph Bunche: Diplomacy and Peacemaking in the 
Arab-Israeli Conflict”

Wednesday, March 24, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Intercultural Center Auditorium Georgetown University Campus

A seminar-workshop. This year, 2004, marks the centenary of the birth of 
Dr. Ralph Bunche, the African-American UN diplomat and mediator in 
Palestine and Israel who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1950. This 
workshop will recognize and celebrate Ralph Bunche's role in diplomacy 
and peacemaking between Israel and the Arab countries. It will examine 
his legacy by considering the efforts over the last 55 years by the 
United Nations and the actors in the conflict, as well as by countries 
that have participated in peacemaking such as the United States, Russia, 
and members of the European Union. Speakers will analyze major 
initiatives in history to resolve the decades-long struggle, assess 
contemporary efforts at peace negotiations, and offer insights at what 
the future may hold. Note that the registration deadline is March 17th. 
Questions can be directed to Ms. Seikaly at seikalyz at georgetown.edu or 
202-687-6176.


SOA Watch Spring 2004 Mobilization
March 27-30
Washington, DC
Make plans to come. The convergence will include legislative action, 
strategic action trainings, street theatre, social time and educational 
events. Please write to your respective Members of Congress and set up a 
meeting for March 30th (or March 29th) in DC. A vote on the School of 
the Americas/ Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation is 
coming up in the U.S. Congress in the summer of 2004! It is our job to 
make sure that enough Representatives will be on board to vote against 
the school. Hold your Representative accountable! For more information 
visit: _<http://www.soaw.org/new/article.php?id=713>

Killing Hope: The Murder of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

April 2-4

The Sleep Inn at Court Square 40 North Front Street, Memphis, TN

COPA Regional Meeting. Confirmed speakers: Lyndon Barsten and T Carter 
on Newly released Murkin files and James Earl Ray; Jim Douglass on The 
Murder of Malcolm, Martin and Us; Judge Joe Brown on The Trials of James 
Earl Ray and the King Family (Court TV is working on a new documentary 
on the case); John Judge on The Martin Luther King, Jr. Records Act. 
Visit Lorraine Hotel and the National Civil Rights Museum, site of 1968 
assassination. March with April 4th Foundation to historic Mason Temple 
where Dr. King gave his last speech, and COPA will address thousands of 
students at the event. Hope you can join us in Memphis for this unique 
conference. Rooms are limited, so reserve now. Room rate $74.99/night 
(Queen) Registration on site $40 for all events. Reservations: 
901-522-9700. Contact: Coalition on Political Assassinations 
202-583-5347 or copa at starpower.net <mailto:copa at starpower.net>.


_COMMUNITY EVENTS_

Make Your Voices Heard to Save Affordable Housing

Thursday, March 11^th , 9:00am

Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW (Metro to: Metro Center 
[Red, Blue/Orange] or Federal Triangle [Blue/Orange])

Join EmpowerDC and other affordable housing activists in fighting for 
affordable housing. Meet with the mayor; meet with the City Council; 
join the demonstration; be present to ensure full funding of the Housing 
Production Trust Fund. Contact: EmpowerDC at 202-234-9119.

HOUSING TRUST FUND ADVOCACY DAY

THURSDAY, March 11, 9:00 am

Wilson Building, 1350 Pa. Ave., NW, Room 120

Press Conference with Endorsers of Full Funding - Meeting with Mayor 
Williams - Visits to City Council Members. Because if we don't 
personally defend this resource, we may lose it! We have prepared an 
agenda and materials to help inform Mayor Williams and Council Members 
on the importance of the HPTF and the impact it has on neighborhoods. 
All you have to do is demonstrate your support by showing up. Housing 
Trust Fund Advocacy Day is sponsored by the affordable housing alliance. 
Please let us know that you're with us and how many will attend by 
replying to this email, or call 202-745-0902. RSVP to Empower DC at 
(202) 234-9119.

Rally to Remove Police Chief Ramsey

Thursday, March 11, 12:00 noon

MPD Headquarters, 300 Indiana Ave. NW

Victims of Police Harassment Call for Chief Ramsey’s Removal. Citizens 
Demand that Mayor Williams Takes Action In light of the recent DC City 
Council draft report detailing the major Metropolitan Police Department 
(MPD) abuse of activists, the Citizen’s Committee to Remove Ramsey 
(CCRR) calls for the immediate resignation or removal of MPD Police 
Chief Charles Ramsey. “Ramsey’s complete disregard for my constitutional 
rights has so angered me that I must join with others to call for his 
immediate removal from office, “ Adam Eidinger, whose testimony of 
undercover officers entering his house and his various unlawful arrests, 
features prominently into the report, said. Others will speak who have 
been victims of unlawful arrests at political demonstrations throughout 
the years. The report verifies concerns activists have had for years: 
undercover MPD officers have entered into private residencies of 
activists, MPD officers have engaged in preemptive arrests on activists 
preventing them from exercising their freedom of speech, and assembly, 
and MPD officers have continuously lied about these activities. “This 
report really is a call to action. Citizens can no longer sit passively 
while Ramsey continues to erode constitutional rights,” Zoe Mitchell, a 
local activist said. To view the City Council report, please visit: 
http://images.indymedia.org/imc/washingtondc/media/application/10/92440_patterson_report_3_11_04.doc 
CONTACT: Adam Eidinger 202-744-2671 or Zoe Mitchell 202-253-2990.

DC VOTING RIGHTS COMMITTEE MEETING

Thursday, March 11, 3:00 pm

Cleveland Park Library, Macomb St. & Connecticut Ave. NW (Cleveland Park 
Metro, Red line)

Discussion of the three current bills in Congress - HR318, H 1285/S617, 
HR3709. Following a description and a discussion of the bills by 
committee members, Lloyd Leonard, LWVUS Lobby Corps will provide 
information on LWVUS lobbying efforts. To see copies of the legislation 
go to www.Thomas.gov For more information, call Kathy Schmidt 237-5550.

GROUNDING FOR CONTEMPLATIVE LIVING AND LEADERSHIP Workshop Friday, March 
12; 9:30am-4:00pm

Shalem Library and Meditation Room, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD

The workshop is designed for those who feel called to some form of 
leadership as spiritual directors or companions, or as leaders of 
groups, congregations, corporations, or other organizations. People will 
have an opportunity to interact as they learn experientially what it 
means to live contemplatively. Workshop leaders are Carole Crumley, 
William Dietrich, and Gerald May. Shalem Institute-sponsored. Cost: 
$50.00. Info: 301 897-7334; www.shalem.org <http://www.shalem.org/>

Voter Paper Trail Bill, hearing

Friday, March 12, 1:00 PM

Room 2W, Miller Senate Bldg. (2nd Floor West), 11 Bladen Street 
Annapolis, MD

There is a hearing on the vote paper trail bill - Senate Bill 393. There 
is a need for speakers and supporters to fill the hearing room to convey 
to the state senators that Maryland voters insist the votes must be 
counted. Written testimony can be submitted as well. If you would like 
to testify, send your 3 minute comments in an email titled Senate 
Hearing on SB393 to Linda and to Senator Andrew Harris' office, ANDREW 
P. HARRIS Bill Sponsor, Republican, District 7, Baltimore County & 
Harford County: andrew_harris at senate.state.md.us Call Kevin Reigrut with 
questions at: (410) 841-3706, (301) 858-3706 or 1-800-492-7122, ext. 
3706 (toll free).

Youth Law Fair

Saturday, March 13^th ; 9:00am-4:00pm

DC Courthouse, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW (Red Line, Judiciary Square Metro 
stop)

Teaching DC Youth and their parents about their rights, responsibilities 
and the justice system. Mock trials with teen participation, youth 
speak-out sessions, exhibit hall, law-related career information, 
courthouse tours, summer job tips. Sponsored by the Litigation Section 
of the DC Bar. Contact: 202-626-3463. See: 
www.dcbar.org/for_lawyers/sections/litigation/youth_law_fair.

An Empowerment Workshop for Girls

Saturday March 13th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

African American Women's Resource Center 1419 V Street, NW

The African American Women’s Resource Center will host “An Empowerment 
Workshop for Girls.” Yasmin Shiraz, author of The Blueprint for My 
Girls: How To Build A Life of Courage, Determination and Self-love, will 
conduct a motivational workshop based on the “blueprint” of her book. 
She will devote her workshop to three major components! FOUNDATION: 
build who you are going to be in life. COMPOSITION: arrange your life 
options, decisions, challenges, and experiences to assist in preparing 
yourself for womanhood and FORTIFICATION: strengthen your life and 
reinforce decisions and experiences that empower, motivate, and 
encourage you to become a strong, proud woman. Yasmin Shiraz is an 
empowerment speaker, entertainment journalist, entrepreneur, and author. 
A graduate of Hampton University and Morehead State University, she uses 
her sociological training to empower young people through her writings 
and workshops. For many year she owned the leading urban entertainment 
magazine on college campuses, Mad Rhythms, which reached over four 
million students. She currently runs her own marketing and management 
firm, The Signals Agency, which specializes in booking media tours and 
speaking engagements for entertainment clients. Contact: Cassandra 
Burton Phone: 202-332-6561. Email: aawrc at sisterspace.com. Web: 
http://www.aawrc.org <http://www.aawrc.org/>.

TechnoRodeo 2004

Saturday, March 13, 2004 11 am to 3 pm

At a place to be announced (www.TechnoRodeo.com)

The Digital Community of Columbia Heights and Shaw Presents TechnoRodeo 
2004 Washington's Premiere Multimedia Showcase for Young Producers. Open 
to young people Ages 24 and under. Youth show your stuff in the 
Networking/Connectors Challenge; Loop Music Creation; and It's 
Technodemic. Come see and hear the future of digital media. All young 
people are invited to submit their digital masterpieces: The Techno 
Rodeo is a showcase for the creativity of local youth in the emerging 
fields of digital arts.Young people 24 years and under will enter 
multimedia projects in the hope of winning recognition and cash prizes 
that will be awarded to the top projects for each of the three age 
groups: youth, teen and young adult.A panel of judges will determine the 
winners for each of the five categories: web page, digital music, 
graphic design, animation, logo for Techno Rodeo and video. The Techno 
Rodeo gives young people the opportunity to work as a team in hands-on 
challenges such as a computer Networking - Connectors Challenge; 
tech-trivia challenge - Technodemic; and a multimedia timed challenge 
Digital Music. Contact: Shireen Mitchell . 202-722.9832 . 
director at digital-sistas.org or judges at technorodeo.com 
<mailto:judges at technorodeo.com>

CHESAPEAKE CLIMATE ACTION NETWORK'S CLEAN ENERGY OPEN HOUSE Saturday, 
March 13, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

7125 Willow Avenue Takoma Park, MD

Clean energy open house. Free to all ages. Visit Maryland's only 100% 
renewable energy home. See a corn-burning furnace, solar panels, 
low-energy refrigerator, hybrid and biodiesel cars, and a tofu-powered 
lawn mower. Great opportunity to purchase wind energy certificates and 
energy-efficient light bulbs. Sponsored by the Chesapeake Climate Action 
Network. Free to all ages. Call (301) 270-3722.

Mayor Recall Car Caravan

March 13, 11:00 am sharp (arrive on time)

Parking lot, corner of Benning Road and Oklahoma Avenue, NE (Near 
Stadium Armory Metro)

This Saturday, the Save Our City: The Campaign to Recall Mayor Williams 
will swarm Ward 6 to collect thousands of signatures for the mayoral 
recall petition. Approximately 20 to 30 cars and even more supporters 
will snake through Wards 6, stopping along the way to collect signatures 
and hang posters for the recall campaign. This is the second weekend of 
Recall Caravans that between now and July will visit every community in 
the city. The first Save Our City Recall Caravan was so successful that 
we are going out for another run. On February 28th we took the first 
Recall Caravan to wards 7 & 8 and collected hundreds of signatures. We 
showed our support for the communities the Mayor has forgotten, and the 
communities showed there support with lines of residents waiting to sign 
the Recall petition. This Saturday the Recall Caravan will be going into 
ward 6 and we're looking for even more volunteers to help take democracy 
to the streets. Over 1300 petitions are in circulation for the recall in 
just the first five weeks! We need to collect at least 51,000 signatures 
by the end of July to put the recall on the November ballot. Together we 
can take our city back and make history. Join the recall team today. 
Visit www.recallmayorwilliams.com

National Campaign for DC Voting Rights

Saturday, March 13, Social at 12 noon, lunch at 12:30 pm

Where: Charlie Chiang's, 4250 Connecticut Ave. NW (Van Ness Metro Stop, 
Red line)

AAUW Branch Meeting - Guest Speaker will be Ilir Zherka, Executive 
Director, DC Vote. Parking available in bldg. Cost: $15 RSVP: Nancy 
Grace Roman by March 11, 7:00 pm. 301-656-6092, nancy.roman6 at verizon.net 
202-234-9382 ext. 229.

"Unlocking the Mysteries of the Media."

Saturday, March 13, 1-3 p.m

Earle B. Wood Middle School, 14615 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD

A public forum. Local journalists from Gazette Newspapers, the 
Washington Post, and other media outlets will explain how reporters find 
stories and what makes news. Hosted by the District 19 Democratic Club 
of Montgomery County. Contact Shirley Johnson at shirleyj6190 at aol.com, 
301-460-9032.

"The Brave and the Brilliant: The Life of Nannie Helen Burroughs"

Saturday, March 13, 2:00 p.m.

Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History and Culture, 
1901 Fort Place, SE

Marjani Dele, spoken word artist and storyteller, will present at the on 
Miss Burroughs was an educator, businesswoman, and activist for the 
rights of African American Women and Rev. Dele will bring her story to 
life. Reservations are not necessary, but for more information call, 
202/610-3292.

Fundraiser for the DC BAD

Saturday, March 13

Fundraiser for the DC BAD (Budget Autonomy Day) defendents, who were 
charged for trying to visit congressional offices with demands that 
Congress cease imposing its policies and veto power on DC. The trial 
begins on April 19. Details to be announced: check the DC Statehood 
Green Party discussion and news list: See: 
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dcsgp/

Greater Washington Americans for Democratic Action

Saturday, March 13, 5-7 PM

410 D St., NE

Fundraiser with Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton GWADA, a membership 
organization which advocates for liberal causes throughout the DC area, 
is holding a fundraising party on Capitol Hill. The event will feature 
guest Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton. Wine and cheese and liberal 
talk will be served. $25 donation requested. RSVP to John Brodkin, (202) 
785-5980 or GWADAction at aol.com. John John Brodkin Executive Director 
Greater Washington Chapter, Americans for Democratic Action 1625 K St. 
NW #210, Washington DC 20006 (202) 785-5980.

27th Annual Evening With Labor Awards Dinner/Dance

Saturday, March 13

TICKETS GOING FAST FOR BIG LABOR BASH: Don't miss labor's biggest social 
event of the year, as more than a thousand labor leaders, activists and 
supporters turn out at the. Schmooze, dine and dance in solidarity. 
Tickets to the Dinner/Dance are $100 per person/$1000 tables of ten; 
email kmckirch at dclabor.org to make reservations or call 202-857-3410

Spark Benefit

Saturday, March 13, 7:00 pm

Saloon on U Street (1205 U Street NW, near the U Street metro stop

TD Harry, the hip-hop/urban group that jumps between NYC and DC, had a 
Saturday night free and they were willing to donate their talents for 
the Spark independent newspaper. They recently filled the 9:30 Club and 
packed Tryst Restaurant. Also, Sarah Browning and some of the other D.C. 
Poets Against War will be reciting their poetry. Plus, many independent 
media makers will be around. We are doing this to raise money to cover 
office costs, rent, phone, paper, toner, and the upgrade for the 
layout/design software that we need. To join the Spark newspaper 
project, email: altpapersparks at yahoo.com or call 202-426-3270 x1. We are 
asking for $10 donation. If you’d like a receipt for tax purposes, 
checks can be written to UC-Independent Media Center. Contact: Irene 
(martinezim at yahoo.com) or call 703-407-4476 to get tickets.

ClancyWorks Dance Company

Saturday, March 13 at 8:00pm

Sunday, March 14 at 4:00pm

Dance Place is located at 3225 8th Street, NE (CUA/Brookland Metro, Red 
Line)

Performing at Dance Place. See: www.clancyworks.org An evening of new 
works and signature repertory choreographed by Adrienne Clancy and 
performed by members of the ClancyWorks Dance Company and Guest Artist 
John Jaramillo. For tickets and reservations tickets prices $18 general 
admission $14 Dance Place members, students, teachers(preK-12), artists, 
seniors $6 children/teens 17 years old and younger (www.danceplace.org 
<http://www.danceplace.org/>). Contact: Dance Place at 202-269-1600.

No More Prisons, No More Political Prisoners

Sunday, March 14^th , 4-7pm

Cafe Mawonaj- 624 T St. NW (U St. or Shaw/Howard Metro, Green line)

2 days of puppetry, music, & local speakers on the struggle against 
imprisonment. 2 Puppet Shows from the Keep the Timoney Three Free Tour: 
The Terrible Tales of Timoney- Police Chief Timoney oversaw civil rights 
violations and mistreatment of demonstrators at both the ’00 Republican 
National Convention in Philly, and at the recent demos in Miami against 
the FTAA. A Wall is Just a Wall- A piece on political prisoners. And 
Speakers: A representative from Justice 4 DC Youth- a coalition of 
youth, youth providers, policy advocates, parents and concerned 
residents. J4DCY works for a more fair and effective youth justice 
system and is trying to shift the city's focus from punishment and 
incarceration to education and youth development. *Renford “Rennie” 
Grandison, DC resident. 3rd District Police recently wrongly evicted 
Grandison and his family, violated their civil rights, and levied false 
charges against Grandison and his son. *Peter Cerutti, Books to 
Prisoners- a local group that supports prisoners’ self education through 
access to literature And a speaker on prison issues in the transgender 
community $5 suggested donation. Proceeds benefit legal defense for 
Camilo Viveiros, who still faces trumped-up felony charges from demos at 
the ‘00 RNC. See www.friendsofcamilo.org for more info.

Reaching for Home: Gentrification and Neighborhood Change in Columbia 
Heights/Mt.Pleasant

Sunday, March 14, 3:00 pm

District of Columbia Arts Center (DCAC), 2438 18th Street, NW

A one-man performance based on interviews with Mt. Pleasant and Columbia 
Height residents By Patrick Crowley. American University's Patrick 
Crowley presents Reaching For Home, a one-man theatre project that 
brings voices together through interview, transcription, and 
performance. Focusing on community members in the Mt. Pleasant and 
Columbia Heights neighborhoods, Crowley uses direct interviews with 
residents to illuminate commonalities and differences in community life. 
In efforts to bridge communication gaps and highlight effects of 
neighborhood change, Crowley uses theatre as a means to create and 
further expand dialogue among community members. Crowley uses the 
content of four residents of the communities. Sol & Soul began hosting 
Second Sundays at DCAC last year to provide a regular forum for 
socially-conscious artists to present and get feedback on works in 
progress. Admission: $5 or whatever you want to pay. If you are 
interested in presenting work poetry, music, performance Call Quique at 
202-526-4417 or email us at sol_y_soul at yaho.com. Sol & Soul is a 
Washington, DC-based arts organization that acts as an incubator for 
established and emerging artists of conscience. See our website for more 
information. www.solysoul <http://www.solysoul/> or 202/526-4417.

Clean Energy Open House & Native Plant Landscaping Tour

Saturday, May 15th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

7125 Willow Ave. Takoma Park, MD

Visit Maryland’s only 95% renewable energy home. See a corn-burning 
furnace, solar panels, low-energy refrigerator, hybrid and biodiesel 
cars, and a tofu-powered lawn mower! Also learn how to landscape your 
yard with native plants. Purchase energy-efficient light bulbs and wind 
energy certificates. Sponsored by the Chesapeake Climate Action Network. 
Free to all ages. Call (301) 270-3722.

Books to Prisoners Benefit

Mon., March 15^th . 7:00 pm SHARP

St. Stephens Church- 16th and Newton St. NW (Columbia Heights Metro, 
Green line) Puppet Shows from the Keep the Timoney Three Free Tour:The 
Terrible Tales of Timoney- Police Chief Timoney oversaw civil rights 
violations and mistreatment of demonstrators at both the ’00 Republican 
National Convention in Philly, and at the recent demos in Miami against 
the FTAA. And Music: Benjy Feree- A fellow, a guitar, and a 4-track The 
Deep Six- DC, ex-Jury Rig and ex-Discount $5 suggested donation. 
Proceeds benefit Books to Prisoners and will also fund transportation 
for low-income DC residents.

Vegetarian Leafleting

Wednesday, March 17, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Wisconsin Ave. and M St., N.W (Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro, Orange/Blue lines)

Passing out Vegetarian Eating brochures is a wonderfully positive and 
effective way to introduce cruelty-free eating to scores of people. Join 
us. Contact: Compassion Over Killing, 301-891-2458 or info at cok.net 
<mailto:info at cok.net>.

Stop the War on DC Youth—DC Council Public Hearing

Wednesday, March 17^th ; 6:00-9:00pm

Savoy Elementary School—across from Anacostia Metro stop, Green Line

The DC Government spends $60,000 a year to lock up 1 youth at Oak Hill 
but only $12,000 to educate 1 DCPS student; 70% of youth are locked up 
for non-violent offenses like running away and truancy; 100% of youth 
locked up in Oak Hill are Black and Latino. Close Oak Hill—Support the 
Blue Ribbon Juvenile Justice and Youth Rehabilitation Act of 2004. Make 
your voice heard. Tell the City Council to invest in DC youth. For more 
info or to get help with your testimony, call 202-797-8250, x26.

Save Gales Protest Rally

Thursday, March 18, 9:30 a.m.

Outside the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

Mayor Williams plans to close the Gales Shelter on April 1, 2004. Join 
residents in a rally to support the 150 women and men staying at Gales 
Shelter and demonstrate for the right to shelter and housing for the 
many more people who will need downtown shelter in the future. THIS IS A 
HOMELESSNESS CRISIS. In addition to the loss of Gales Shelter, by April 
1, 2004 DC will lose 582 beds at hypothermia shelters. As of this 
winter, all shelters have reported as full or over-full. Where will 
people go? You can also take action by EMAIL. Voice your concerns with 
DC officials Robert Bobb & Yvonne Gilchrist: robert.bobb at dc.gov or 
yvonne.gilchrist at dc.gov <mailto:yvonne.gilchrist at dc.gov>. Rally 
organized by the DC Coalition of Housing and Homeless Organizations. 
Call 234-6855 x 20 for more info.

Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Hearing

Thursday, March 18, 11:00 A.M.

Room 123, John A. Wilson Bldg., 1350 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

(1) “Tenants’ Rights to Information Act of 2004" (Bill 15-0710) (2) 
“Disclosure of Rent Ceiling Calculation Amendment Act of 2004" (Bill 
15-0716) Sign-up: By COB March 15, 2004 Contact: Danny Gibson at (202) 
727-8229 or dgibson at dccouncil.us * This is a small room on the first 
floor across from Ambrose's office. The Council’s Consumer and 
Regulatory Affairs Committee, chaired by Sharon Ambrose, will hold 
public hearings on two complimentary bills which will guarantee tenants 
the right to get information from their landlords about their rents, 
rent ceilings, pending increases before signing leases and more.

Joseph L. Rauh Jr. Chapter of Equal Justice Works Annual Auction

Thursday, March 18^th , 6:00 pm

University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law, 
4200 Connecticut Ave., NW

We need your help to fund summer public interest legal fellowships. This 
year's Auction will take place on here at the School of Law. You are 
both invited to attend (with family, friends, colleagues!), AND/OR to 
donate an item for the Auction. We are seeking a wide variety of 
saleable items and services. Donations thus far include: DVD players, 
televisions, gift certificates, sports and theater tickets, and use of 
vacation homes. Your tax-deductible donation will add to the success of 
the Auction, and aid in creating additional fellowships. If you are 
donating an item, please reply to rsilverman at udc.edu 
<mailto:rsilverman at udc.edu>.

Medicare — What's Ahead for Seniors and the Organizations Serving Them? 
Join us on Friday, March 19, 8:45 to 10:30 am

Foundation Center, 1627 K Street, N.W. Third Floor

InfoBreakfast presentation by Patricia Neuman, Sc.D., Vice President of 
the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation and Director of the Foundation's 
Medicare Policy Project. Dr. Neuman is widely regarded as an expert on 
Medicare policy issues. Suzanne Jackson, Director of the George 
Washington University Health Insurance Counseling Program, will provide 
a community perspective. This program is co-sponsored by Washington 
Grantmakers Health Working Group. Everyone is welcome. We extend a 
special invitation to representatives of small or community-based 
organizations. There is no fee, but space is limited and advance 
registration is required. To register, call 202/331-1400


    Dorothy Day Catholic Worker Benefit

Friday, March 19^th , 8:00 - 10:30 pm

The Potter's House, 1658 Columbia Rd. NW

Come out and help support a local family shelter and see a great concert 
at the same time. Award-winning singer-songwriters Cletus Kennelly and 
Lori Kelley will play a concert to benefit Dorothy Day Catholic Worker, 
a local community offering shelter to families in the Petworth 
neighborhood. About the performers: Award-winning singer-songwriters on 
their own, Cletus and Lori combined their crafts and have developed a 
style and sense for each other's voices. They've received 21 Wammy 
nominations (Washington Area Music Awards), including BEST CONTEMPORARY 
FOLK DUO/GROUP. Both Cletus and Lori approach their writing from a 
lyrical, melodic place with songs that speak to the heart. "Cletus and 
Lori are two standout solo performers whose voices blend beautifully 
(Scott Moore, Moore House Concerts.) As solo artists, they were both 
selected to perform at the Kennedy Center. $10 suggested donation. No 
one turned away due to lack of funds. Dinner and desert served after 
7:00 pm. For more information, contact Dorothy Day Catholic Worker at 
202-882-9649 or 202-829-7625.

Child Care for All Campaign

Saturday, March 20^th , 2-3:30 PM

1419 V St, NW

Please help! Distribute fliers to folks who may be directly affected by 
cuts to child care funding! call Parisa at (202) 234-9119 for more 
information.

Feed-In for the Great American Meatout

Sunday, March 21, 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Carroll and Laurel Aves., Takoma Park, MD

With the beginning of spring finally upon us, COK will encourage people 
to celebrate the new season by choosing compassion and being vegetarian 
for the day. Join us as we pass out free vegan food in downtown Takoma 
Park. Contact: Compassion Over Killing, 301-891-2458 or info at cok.net 
<mailto:info at cok.net>

13th Annual Affordable Housing Conference

Monday, March 22, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD

The theme: "Success Stories: What's Really Working in the Quest to 
Provide Affordable Housing? Locally? Regionally? Around the country?" 
For more: www.hocmc.org and link to the Affordable Housing Conference.


_ARTS & CULTURE_

Life in Shadows (Hidden Children and the Holocaust)
January 1, 2004 - May 12, 9:00 am-5:30 pm daily
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW
“The exhibition Life in Shadows details remarkable stories of 
desperation, tragedy, courage, and survival. In the face of brutal Nazi 
policies, Jewish parents sought to save their children by placing them 
with friends, strangers, or institutions. The United States Holocaust 
Memorial Museum has assembled more than 100 artifacts, documents, 
photographs, and oral histories from children who survived the Holocaust 
in hiding.”

Peace by Piece-Collateral Damage: Echoes in Our Soul
February 6-March 20
Painted Bridge Art Center, 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA
Peace by Piece is a group of women artists whose work addresses civilian 
lives that have been devastated by war. The title of the show, 
"Collateral Damage: Echoes in Our Soul" opens a dialogue between the 
cold language of power and the creative spirit. The euphemism 
“collateral damage” creates a mental chasm between victim and 
perpetrator. The art in this show refuses to accept that chasm and 
instead invites the victims of war to touch our hearts, challenge our 
minds, and move us to creative action. Some of these artists traveled to 
personally connect with people in the streets and villages in 
Afghanistan, in the hospitals in Iraq and in the occupied territories in 
Israel. Curated by Lou Ann Merkle, the exhibit features sculpture, 
linocut prints, photos and multimedia works by ten artists. The gallery 
hours are Tues. - Sat., 12 PM - 6 PM. Info: 215 925-9914, ext. 21 or see 
www.paintedbridge.org <http://www.paintedbridge.org/>.

6^th Annual Irish Arts Festival of Washington DC

March 1^st -14^th ; varying hours, several venues

Irish Arts Festival of Washington DC is a multidisciplinary festival 
showcasing the latest in Irish and Irish American culture and 
scholarship. This annual festival offers a wide ranging spectrum of 
contemporary film, theater, music, literature, art, and more

Info: www.irisharts.org or Lisa McGalliard at 703-414-5473.

Of Exile and Return

Thursday, March 11 – Tuesday, March 30

The Jerusalem Fund / 2425 Virginia Avenue, NW (Foggy Bottom Metro, 
Orange/Blue)

Paintings by Zahi Khamis The exhibition will be on view at the Potomac 
Plaza apartment building.. For more information or to RSVP please phone 
202-338-1325.

Dances of Life, Folk Traditions From Around The World
February 13- March 28
February 28, 7:00 pm - Reception
Joe's Movement Emporium, 3802 34th Street, Mount Rainier, MD (Rhode 
Island Ave.)
An Exhibition of Photographs of World Dance. Explore images from 
numerous world dance styles in photos that capture beauty, power, and 
accessibility to the rich cultural tradtions that are part of our 
region. Jackson comments about his work, "I have been photographing 
festivals for ten years and I am fascinated by the costumes, colors, and 
diversity of the ethnic dancers. Each culture has their own set of 
movements, music, and costumes. Through out the ages these costumes have 
not changed, they are part of the story their ancestors have always 
told. There are many stories that surround these costumes and festivals 
and I have tried to give the viewer a glimpse of the deeper symbols and 
meanings of these visually diverse, beautiful, complex and often 
mellifluous folkloric celebrations I am attracted to the dance not just 
because of the movements, the costumes, and the faces and the masks. I 
think that all these things combined contribute to a shared humanity." 
Hours: Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm Sunday 1:00-7:00 pm For more information 
and directions visit: www.worldartsfocus.org. Contact: 301-699-1819, or 
www.worldartsfocus.org.

Music & Poetry Evening, Washington Spark Benefit

Saturday, March 13, 7:00 PM

The Saloon on 1207 U Street, N.W. (U Street/Cardoza Metro, Green line)

Washington Spark, the new alternative newspaper being developed at the 
DC Independent Media Center, is inviting you to a music & poetry evening 
in the upstairs room of The Saloon. The hip-hop/urban band TD Harry that 
recently filled 9:30 Club and Tryst will play. And some of the DC Poets 
Against War will recite poems and invite others to join them. Come talk 
shop with journalists, photographers, editors, designers, cartoonists, 
foreign correspondents, poets, musicians, and other media activists. We 
are asking a $10 donation, to go toward start-up costs--rent, phone, 
paper, toner, and the upgrade for the layout/design software we are 
using. To reserve tickets please contact Irene (martinezim at yahoo.com) or 
call 703-407-4476 to get tickets. For more information call Mark at the 
DC Independent Media Center 202-462-3270.

MIND OVER MATTER MUSIC OVER MIND

Sunday, March 14, 7:00 pm

Sangha, 2004 7014 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park

Welcome, welcome, welcome. This is the emergence. Not the emergency. 
MIND OVER MATTER MUSIC OVER MIND will emerge with new music and visuals 
in a fundraiser to support Sangha and MOMMOM. Two thirds of the proceeds 
from this event will help build MOMMOM's technical infrastructure. The 
other third of the ticket price supports Sangha's splendid service as a 
performance hub for DC the Metro Area's artistic rebels. Please join us 
as the joyful process continues. Like stepping into a collective dream. 
$15.00 supports the artists and Sangha. Contact:soundzimpossible.com 
reservations recommended 301-891-3214

Coffeehouse

Tuesday, March 16 (and every Tuesday)

Reuters national correspondent Alan Elsner previews his forthcoming book 
on prison-industrial complex, "Gates of Injustice" Second Look: America 
has a corrections system that costs taxpayers $40 billion annually and 
incarcerates almost one-fourth of the world's prison population, 
according to Amnesty International, including increasing numbers of 
women. Is the "prison-industrial complex" making us safer? Elsner joins 
us to discuss his new book, "Gates of Injustice: The Crisis in America's 
Prisons." (Host: Howard Kohn). The Coffee House now airs in the 
following places: Montgomery (Ch. 21), Prince George's (Ch. 76) and 
Carroll Counties (Ch. 19) in Maryland, and Arlington County (Ch. 69) in 
Virginia. Contact: Mark at _markc at coffeehousetv.org or 301-608-9622.

The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail: A Play

Wednesday, March 17^th , 8:00p.m.

The Warehouse Theatre 1017 7TH St. NW

A Play By Jerome Laurence & Robert E. Lee Performed by members of the 
D.C. Anti War Network. This play is a great opportunity for people 
interested in war tax resisting to learn more about one of America's 
original and most eloquent war tax resisters, David Thoreau. “If the law 
is of such a nature that it requires you to be an agent of injustice to 
another, then I say, break the law.” So wrote the young Henry David 
Thoreau in 1849. Three years earlier, Thoreau had put his belief into 
action and refused to pay taxes because of the United States 
government's involvement in the Mexican War, which Thoreau firmly 
believed was unjust. For his daring and unprecedented act of protest, he 
was thrown in jail, maybe the most famous night in jail for refusing to 
pay a tax to support the Mexican War, aimed at maintaining slavery in 
the west. The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail is a celebrated dramatic 
presentation of this famous act of civil disobedience and its 
consequences. Followed by music & mingling. $5. Followed by music & 
mingling Contact: D.C. Anti-War Network, (202) 783-3933 or see 
WWW.DAWN-DC.NET <http://www.dawn-dc.net/>.

Garifuna Music in the Central American Nation of Belize”

Thursday, March 18th, 5:30 to 7:00pm

2102 Tawes Fine Arts Building, University of Maryland, College Park, MD

A Presentation by Thomas. The Garinagu are a unique ethnic group 
embodying a fusion of African and AmerIndian characteristics. Their 
story is one of migration, adaptation and survival. Their language, 
Garifuna, is related to languages spoken by indigenous people in the 
Caribbean at the time of Columbus' incursion into that region. Garifuna 
music has fueled a cultural revival movement in Belize; elsewhere in 
Central America where the Garifuna reside; as well as within the 
sizeable Garifuna diaspora concentrated in urban centers of North 
America. Mr. Stanley will explore the principle Garifuna musical genres 
(punta and paranda) and their cultural context within contemporary 
Belizean society. Thomas Stanley is a doctoral student in the 
Ethnomusicology program of the University of Maryland, College Park. He 
is the author of George Clinton and P-Funk: An Oral History as well as a 
body of journalism exploring the music of the African diaspora.

Literary Series: Wanda Coleman

Friday, March 19^th , 7-9pm

National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue, NW

Poet Wanda Coleman will read from her new work, /Ostinado Vamps/. 
Coleman’s musical, performance-style poetry frequently brings listeners 
to their feet, clapping and calling out to her verse. $10 general 
admission, $8 visitors 60 and over, $7 NMWA members, $5 students. 
Contact: 202-783-7370.

"'Handed Down from Generation to Generation'?

Thursday, May 20th, 5:30 to 7:00pm

2102 Tawes Fine Arts Building, University of Maryland, College Park, MD

“West African Traditional Tales and the Present" A Presentation by Dr. 
Eileen Julien From Aesop to griots to Grimm, folktales tend to be read 
as ancient stories presenting universal truths. This talk will argue, on 
the contrary, that tales performed and written, have important 
historical dimensions and that oral traditions are continually adapting 
to new contemporary contexts. Eileen Julien holds degrees in French from 
Xavier University of New Orleans and the University of Wisconsin. At the 
University of Maryland, she teaches in the Department of French and 
Italian and the Comparative Literature Program. Her research and 
teaching interests are twentieth century literature and culture, 
especially the literatures of Africa, the African diaspora, and Europe 
in their relationships to one another. She is the author of African 
Novels and the Question of Orality (1992). Please RSVP to Illana at 
301-405-7350 or at africaintheschools at umd.edu three days before the 
specific lecture. Call the International Center at 301-405-7350 for more 
information.


_BOOKS & FILMS_

New African Films Festival
March 4 - March 11, 7:00 PM - Reception, 8:30 PM - Screening, 10:15 PM - 
After-party
Visions Cinema, 1927 Rhode Island Ave. NW (Dupont Circle Metro)
afrikafé, TransAfrica Forum & BET Jazz present: 13 films * 11 countries 
* 2 special guests * 2 U.S. Premieres *10 D.C. Premieres Opening Night 
with Special Guest, Mr. Danny Glover. Film: "Dangerous Affair" by Judy 
Kibinge - KENYA. Featuring the US PREMIERE of the film smash hit in 
Kenya-produced by a 100 percent Kenyan cast and crew. Set in Nairobi, 
DANGEROUS AFFAIR captures the lives of young people living in urban 
areas. Winner of Golden Dhow, Zanzibar. International Film Festival, 
East African Production Prize. After-party with live-performance by 
Mahhala (cash bar). Guest bio: http://www.afrikafe.com. Cost: $35, Space 
Limited. Tickets may be purchased online or on site at Visions Online: 
https://www.brainbox.tv/secure_forms/visions/ Contact: 
events at afrikafe.com. For full schedule. See: 
www.visionsdc.com/dyno/filmdetail.asp?filmID=354 
<http://www.visionsdc.com/dyno/filmdetail.asp?filmID=354>.

"Haiti: Killing the Dream” Film showing

Thursday, March 11, 7:00 PM

Flemming Center, (9th and P Sts, NW)

Organized COUP, LeftTurn, and Positive Force will be co-sponsoring a 
showing of the documentary. ALSO, as part of an ongoing effort to 
educate more people on Haiti and keep it alive as another US occupation 
(Iraq and Palestine) that needs to be opposed. Bill Fletcher, Director 
of TransAfrica, will speak and answer questions on US involvement in the 
coup and what we can be doing about the situation. See 
http://www.perryfilms.com/projects/haiti.html.

DC Environmental Film Festival

March 11-25

American University, Connecticut & Nebraska Aves., NW (Tenley Town 
Metro, Red line)

View the entire line-up: 
http://www.centerforsocialmedia.org/envirofilmfest.html March 18. 
Visiting Photographer: Cristina Goettsch Mittermeier Exhibition in the 
School of Communication. Mittermeier has coauthored several scientific 
articles on conservation of terrestrial and marine biodiversity and is 
coauthor of five coffee-table books -- Megadiversity, Hotspots, 
Wilderness, Wildlife Spectacles and the soon-to-be-released Hotspots 
II-- that aim to showcase different conservation strategies for global 
biodiversity.


”Fog of War”

March 13-14, 2004

Visions Cinema, 1927 Florida Avenue, NW (Metro Center)
Fog of War

A story of America as seen through the eyes of the former Secretary of 
Defense, Robert S. McNamara. "A stunning documentary about former 
secretary of defense Robert S. McNamara that casts new light on his role 
in major American political events of the 20th century." - Desson 
Thomson, WASHINGTON POST. The Fog of War, a new film by Errol Morris, is 
the story of America as seen through the eyes of the former Secretary of 
Defense, Robert S. McNamara. One of the most controversial and 
influential figures in world politics, he takes us on a insider’s 
journey through many of the seminal events of the 20th Century. Why was 
the this past Century the most destructive and deadly in all of human 
history? Are we doomed to repeat our mistakes? Are we free to make 
choices, or are we at the mercy of inexorable historical forces and 
ideologies? From the firebombing of 100,000 Japanese civilians in Tokyo 
in 1945 to the brink of nuclear catastrophe during the Cuban missile 
crisis to the devastating effects of the Vietnam War, The Fog of War 
examines the psychology and reasoning of the government decision-makers 
who send men to war. How were decisions made and for what reason? What 
can we learn from these historical events? As American forces occupy 
Iraq and the possibility of additional military conflicts loom large, 
The Fog of War is essential viewing for anyone who wants to understand 
how the American government justifies the use of military force. 
Combining extraordinary archival footage, recreations, newly 
declassified White House recordings, and an original score by the Oscar 
nominated composer, Philip Glass, the film is a disquieting and powerful 
essay on war, rationality, and the nature of history itself. The Fog Of 
War is the first historical investigation to make extensive use of taped 
telephone conversations from the Oval Office of the White House between 
McNamara and President Lyndon B Johnson. Contact: Visions Cinema, 
202-667-0090 or see schedule at www.visionsdc.com.

Fire in My Soul

Sunday, March 14^th , 1:00pm - 3:30pm

The Washington, D.C. National Capital Region Chapter of Bernard M. 
Baruch College Alumni Association, Inc. and the National Urban Fellows, 
Inc. will host a NETWORKING SOCIAL, DISCUSSION, AND BOOKSIGNING. 
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, United States House of 
Representatives will discuss and sign her book: /Fire in My Soul/ by 
Joan Steinau Lester. Also Mr. Robert Bobb, City Administrator, District 
of Columbia Government will discuss “D.C. Government - Our Present, Our 
Future” R.S.V.P. to Lafayette Smith (lafayette.smith at dc.gov 
<mailto:lafayette.smith at dc.gov> 202 232-4464), Abe Akresh 
(abeakresh at comcast.net <mailto:abeakresh at comcast.net> 301-762-0341) or 
Cassandra Burton (sistersp at covad.net 202-332-3433).

THE BOOKS ON BUSH

Sunday, March 14, 12:15 a.m. EST

Sunday, March 14, 4:15 p.m. EST

C-SPAN II - Book TV. Hear a Business Leaders for Sensible 
Priorities/TrueMajority-sponsored panel discussion. The program 
features: - ANDREW GREENBLATT, TrueMajority On-line Coordinator · BILL 
HARTUNG, author of HOW MUCH MONEY DID YOU MAKE ON THE WAR, DADDY? A 
Quick and Dirty Guide to War Profiteering in the Bush Administration. · 
JOE CONASON, author of BIG LIES: The Right Wing Propaganda Machine and 
How it Distorts the Truth. · DAVID CORN, author of THE LIES OF GEORGE W. 
BUSH: Mastering the Politics of Deception · ERIC ALTERMAN & MARK GREEN, 
co-authors of THE BOOK ON BUSH: How George W. (Mis)leads America.

Environmental Film Festival

Thursday, March 18^th to Sunday, March 28^th ; various times and locales 
for screenings

The 12^th annual environmental film festival in the nation’s capital: 90 
documentary, feature, animated, archival and children’s films. Most 
screenings include discussion and are free. Contact: 202-342-2564, 
202-337-0658 (fax), e-mail: envirofilmfest at igc.org

Also: www.dcenvironmentalfilmfest.org 
<http://www.dcenvironmentalfilmfest.org/>.

Literary Series: Wanda Coleman

Friday, March 19^th , 7-9pm

National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue, NW

Poet Wanda Coleman will read from her new work, /Ostinado Vamps/. 
Coleman’s musical, performance-style poetry frequently brings listeners 
to their feet, clapping and calling out to her verse. $10 general 
admission, $8 visitors 60 and over, $7 NMWA members, $5 students. 
Contact: 202-783-7370.

Betty Shabazz: A Remarkable Story of Survival and Faith Before and After 
Malcolm X

Saturday, March 20th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Sisterspace & Books, 1515 U St., NW (Cardozo/U Street Metro, Green line)

Russell Richford will discuss and sign his new book. From her early 
marriage to black liberation’s raging voice through her evolution into a 
powerful and outspoken African-American leader, Betty Shabazz was 
engaged in a constant struggle to bring freedom and justice to her 
people. Yet, at times her greatest fight was to struggle through 
personal tragedy and hold on to her faith amidst the cultural 
stereotypes forced on her by a culture of racism and sexism by the very 
people she was trying to liberate.” Russell Richford has conducted 
extensive research to compile this biography, interviewing more than 
seventy of Betty Shabazz’s family members, friends, colleagues and 
contemporaries as well as researching countless records and documents, 
including recently declassified FBI, CIA and New York Police files. This 
is the first complete look at the life of Betty Shabazz and a new 
insight into the man who was known as Malcolm X.

Afeni Shakur: Evolution of a Revolutionary
Saturday, March 20th, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Sisterspace and Books, 1515 U Street, N.W.
Afeni Shakur will discuss and sign her autobiography.“Afeni Shakur, 
mother of slain rap icon Tupac Shakur is the subject of the 
autobiography which provides an intimate look at her life. Afeni Shakur: 
Evolution of a Revolutionary is co-written by actress/dancer Jasmine 
Guy. Few have known the former Black Panther as intimately as Guy, 
Shakur’s close friend and confidant, who spent the last ten years 
talking to Afeni and recording her thoughts. Spanning four decades, this 
innovative memoir reveals the evolution of the woman through a series of 
intimate, autobiographically-revealing conversations on themes such as 
love, race, drugs, music, and, of course, her son. Afeni doesn’t hold 
back. Controversial, outspoken and candid, she presents her life as she 
lived it- from the dirt roads of rural North Carolina to the streets of 
the lower Bronx. There are the marriages, the pregnancies, the 
mothering, the drugs, the sex, school, and her love of Shakespeare. 
There is jail, addiction, recovery, and forgiveness. With the grace of 
God, she survived without destroying herself in the process. Today, her 
spirit drives her as she helms Amaru Entertainment named for Tupac Amaru 
Shakur. Each day she works to continue his dream for inner city youth to 
experience arts education at the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation. Afeni 
Shakur is both a link to the past, and a bridge to the current 
generation via her son’s life and work. As Guy writes, “This is a 
sixties story, a woman’s story, a Black story and an American story of 
survival.” Contact: 202/332-3433.

_TRAININGS_

Tutor Warriors
Daily 8:30am - 3:00pm.
Howard University
“Literacy is the Last Civil Right!” - Bob Moses. Statistics show that 
illiterate high school graduates are more likely to become involved in 
criminal activities than literate graduates.The Tutor Warriors is an 
organization of undergraduate and graduate students dedicated to 
volunteering in 4 high schools and 1 elementary school. Tutoring is done 
on site. Endorsed by: Howard University Tutor Warriors, School of 
Education, H.U.S.A., and H.U.N.C.O.B.R.A. (National Coalition on Black 
Reparations in America). Contact:(202) 806-6021 or 
HU_TUTORWARRIORS at yahoo.com.

Introduction to Fundraising Planning

Thursday, March 11, 12:30-1:30 pm

Foundation Center, 1627 K Street, NW, 3rd floor

For the novice, this class shows you how to analyze the state of your 
nonprofit organization in order to develop a fundraising plan that 
includes a variety of revenue sources. Visit the Foundation Center 
<http://fdncenter.org/washington/

Breaking Into Political Journalism

March 11, 6:45-8:45pm

IPS, 733 15th St. NW, Suite 1020

SALSA class with John Feffer. Do you want your ideas to reach a larger 
audience? This nuts-and-bolts class will help you write and sell op-eds, 
commentaries, and articles for newspapers, magazines, and on-line 
publications. It will help the novice break into the field and help more 
experienced writers improve their work. You'll get tips on writing query 
letters, crafting news pegs for op-eds, preparing a feature article, 
identifying appropriate publications, and negotiating contracts. $30. 
You can also register on line at www.HotSalsa.org.

Accidental Manager

March 11, 6:45-8:45pm

IPS, 733 15th St. NW, Suite 1020

SALSA class with Zahara Heckscher. The nonprofit version of the Peter 
Principle puts skilled program staff into management positions for which 
they have had little formal preparation. If you're an 'Accidental 
Manager', join us for a look at management basics and a discussion of 
where to find valuable resources that will save you time and worry. 
Topics to be covered are basic personnel and resource management, as 
well as goal and priority setting. $30. You can also register on line at 
www.HotSalsa.org <http://www.hotsalsa.org/>.

Media Skills Training

Saturday, March 13, 12:00 – 6:00 pm

Arthur Flemming Center, 1426 9th St NW, 3^rd Floor [9th & P Streets NW, 
near the Howard-Shaw and Mt. Vernon metro, Green line]

DC Independent Media Center invites you to two great events this Support 
independent media. Meet media makers. Become the media. Free media 
workshops will be offered at the DC Indymedia Center. Buzz to get in. A 
variety of skills will be shared by local DC Indymedia volunteers. The 
afternoon is free and open for all. Go to 
http://dc.indymedia.org/newswire/display/92398/index.php for more 
information.

CONTACT: www.dc.indymedia.org -- 202-462-3270 (IMCDC70) -- 
dc at indymedia.org <mailto:dc at indymedia.org>.

Homebuyer Education/Credit Seminar

Monday, March 15, 5-6:15 pm

1313 L St NW

Covers the homebuying process, loan approval process, what to expect at 
settlement, credit repair and budgeting, downpayment and closing cost 
assistance programs, and a highlight of the HIT HOME benefits for union 
members. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the 
Metropolitan Washington Labor Council, AFL-CIO, in conjunction with the 
AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust and Countrywide Home Loans.

Free Hip Hop Dance Classes
Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm (open-style dancing 7:30 - 8:30 pm)
Paul Robeson Study & Struggle Center, Columbia Heights Youth Club, 1500 
Harvard St NW (Basement, All Souls Church)
Dance Instructor: Chitra Subramanian. These hip-hop/street dance classes 
do not require any technical/dance-related background whatsoever. The 
main purpose in teaching dance is to build confidence and individuality, 
relax the body and mind, and most importantly build confidence through 
hip-hop music and movement. Classes usually begin with a brief warm-up, 
devote some time to freestyle movement to encourage creativity, and then 
conclude with teaching simple but high energy choreography. Sponsored by 
the Youth Leadership Support Network. For more information, Douglas 
Calvin (202) 489-7892 _douglas at worldyouth.org 
<mailto:douglas at worldyouth.org>

"Grantseeking Basics: An Orientation to the Funding Research Process"

Wednesday, March 17, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Foundation Center, 1627 K Street, N.W. Third Floor

Are you a representative of a nonprofit organization? New to 
fundraising? Want to know more about Foundation Center resources and the 
funding research process? Learn how the Center's resources can help you 
become a more effective grantseeker! For beginners, this weekly 
introduction to the library provides instruction in foundation research 
and identification of potential funders. The formal presentation is 
followed by a tour of the library. This orientation is not intended for 
individuals seeking grants for their own use. Please refer to training 
opportunities for individual grantseekers. This program is offered free 
of charge. Space is limited. You can register by calling 202-331-1400

Grantseeking on the Web Hands-on Introductory Training

Thursday, March 18, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Check-in and coffee: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Foundation Center, 1627 K Street, N.W. Third Floor

You will learn to develop an organized, focused approach to conducting 
funding research on the Web. Pick up valuable insider tips and 
strategies through a combination of PowerPoint presentations and 
interactive learning exercises on the Web. You can register by calling 
202-331-1400.

The Creative and Healing Arts - Empowering Tools for Immigrant and 
Refugee Women March 19 and March 26, 4:00 to 8:00 PM

EWI, 1212 Prince Street in Old Town Alexandria, VA

The program is for immigrant and refugee women and community service 
providers from the Alexandria and the DC Metropolitan area - THIS MEANS 
YOU AND THE PEOPLE IN YOUR COMMUNITY OR PROGRAM! As a service provider 
and/or community leader, it will be a great opportunity to network. 
Volunteer activists and experts will lead workshops in photography, 
theater, letter writing, self-awareness, hypnosis and helping children 
transition to life in the United States. Simultaneous interpretation 
will be provided for non-English speakers. The goal is to help immigrant 
and refugee women build self-esteem and leadership skills, and 
transition easier to the US culture. For more information on the 
workshops visit www.ewint.org. EWI is a recently formed nonprofit 
organization dedicated to providing personal growth and economic 
opportunities to immigrant and refugee women and girls in the United 
States and disadvantaged women overseas. EWI employs the arts in 
facilitating cross-cultural dialogue, and actively cultivates and 
markets women's artistic and creative talents, skills, and innovative 
ideas. Let's support this fabulous project!! To register, Call Marga at 
703-788-3799

Shalem’s Annual Spring Retreat

Friday-Sunday, March 19^th , 20^th & 21^st (5pm Friday through 1pm Sunday)

Bon Secours Spiritual Center, Marriotsville, MD

Contemplative Living: Practicing the Art of Mindfulness. The retreat 
will include reflections by the leaders, guidance into prayer alone and 
together, free time, and optional gatherings to share experiences and 
ask questions. Much of the retreat will be in silence, and the time 
together will conclude with a contemplative worship service. Leaders 
will be Patience Robbins and Sharon Shutler, both members of Shalem’s 
associate staff. The cost for the weekend is $285, including tuition and 
room and board. Info: 301-897-7334 or www.shalem.org 
<http://www.shalem.org/>

Worldwide Sequential Meditation for Peace Orientation and Training

Sunday, March 21^st , 5:00 p.m.

Friday, March 26th, Saturday March 27th, and Sunday, March 28^th , 6:00 p.m.

Location TBA

Contact us for more info, or go to our website: 
www.globalcoalitionforpeace.net. Click on the meditation link. Please 
RSVP by replying to this message or call at: 301 654 6759.

Training: What in the Mayor’s Proposed FY 2005 Budget Impacts Human 
Services? Thursday, March 25, 9:00 - 11:30 am

True Reformer Building, 1200 U St NW

Experienced advocates and budget experts will present an overview of 
what is included in the Mayor’s proposed FY 2005 budget. Interactive 
session about effective ways to engage clients/consumers in budget 
advocacy. Materials (including parts of the budget). Light refreshments. 
Networking opportunities Who should attend the training: service 
providers (at all levels of the organization), advocates, residents, and 
budget advocacy newcomers and oldtimers There is a nominal fee to attend 
the training. Contact: Fair Budget Coalition, Susie Cambria, MSW 
Director of Public Policy DC Action for Children 1616 P St. NW, Suite 
420 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 234-9404 (202) 234-9108 fax

Software Training for Nonprofits NPower Greater DC Region (formerly 
Technology Works for Good) is kicking off its new season of software 
training classes. Start the year off right by learning how to use Word, 
Excel, Powerpoint, or Access more effectively. Classes are designed and 
priced just for nonprofits. Contact Npower at 202-234-9670 or visit 
http://www.npowergdcr.org/classes/index.htm for class schedule and to 
sign up. Customized on-site training also available.

Community Tax Aid's Free Tax Preparation Services for Low-income 
Taxpayers Many low-income workers do not see the need to file tax 
returns but they can file to have withholdings refunded. They may also 
be eligible for the Earned Income Credit (see above) or the Additional 
Child Tax Credits which the taxpayer can receive even if they owe no 
taxes. Community Tax Aid (CTA) provides free federal and state tax 
return preparation services to low-income individuals and families in 
the metropolitan D.C. area. CTA is a full-service clinic that prepares 
current and prior-year returns. This year CTA has 12 locations in D.C., 
Maryland, and Virginia to serve the community. For more information, 
contact: 202-347-4811 of email CTAvol at aol.com.

_ONGOING VIGILS_

Peace Vigil: "Seek Peace and Pursue It "
Tuesday, January 20, 5:30 to 6:30 pm (and every Tuesday)
3rd Street & Independence Ave, NW (West end of the reflecting pool)
Normally on west lawn of the Capitol. Continuous vigil since October 15, 
2002. No other signs or messages.. Contact: Pat Elder at 
elder at chesapeake.net <mailto:elder at chesapeake.net>.


    Women in Black Vigil

Wednesday, Mar. 17, 6:30 PM to 7 PM (and every third Wednesday)

Martin & Patrick Sts., Frederick, MD

WIB does a silent vigil mourning all violence the third Wednesday of the 
month. Wear black, but bring no additional signs. Call 301-834-7581 or 
wibfrederick at mizmail.com <mailto:wibfrederick at mizmail.com>.

Peace Vigil Every Friday
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
White House
The Dorothy Day Catholic Workers hold weekly vigils in front of the 
White House, across from LaFayette Park.

Women In Black Vigil Every Friday
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm (resumes January 2)
Farragut Park, 17th & K Sts., NW, (Farragut North Metro, Red line)
Ongoing vigil to mourn the deaths in the conflicts between Israel and 
Palestine and to seek peace. Participants wear black and maintain 
silence. See: _http://groups.yahoo.com/group/womeninblackdc

Stand for Peace
Sundays. noon to 1 PM
Spa Creek Bridge in Annapolis, MD
Signs are not allowed to be on a stick or pole. Contact Lucy at 
410-263-7271 or _mdbridgesforpeace at toadmail.com 
<mailto:mdbridgesforpeace at toadmail.com>_ If you are interested in 
standing on the Stoney Creek Bridge on Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena 
contact 410-437-5379 or _depauw at magicalgodmother.com 
<mailto:depauw at magicalgodmother.com>_, call or write to say you will be 
coming.

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