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July
A Clean Energy Future for Chicago
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Help
pass the Chicago Clean Power Ordinance. Attend the community forum on July 14, '10. Two of the dirtiest
coal plants in the US are located right here in this City. It's time
for a change...change is coming. This event will take place at Church of St. Paul & the Redeemer,
4945 S. Dorchester Ave, Chicago, from 7
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FOR INFO:
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Call
773.556.3427 or email
or online
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Democracy Day with
Rep. Luis
Guiterrez
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On Sat.
July 17, '10 ICIRR (Illinois coalition for Immigrant and
Refugee Rights) will sponsor a gathering of Illinois' top immigrant
rights leaders and allies to honor the last year of accomplishments and
launch three new programs. The event will take place at 2800 South Western Ave from 11:00 am to
2:00 PM.
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FOR INFO:
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email
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Justice for Hotel Workers
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On Thurs.
July 22, '10 join Local 1 "Unite Here" and 14 other
cities as they demand justice for workers in the Hospitality Industry.
To support those participating in civil disobedience meet at the corner
of Michigan Ave and Wacker Dr at 4:30 pm.
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FOR INFO:
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online
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August
A retreat with Michael Morwood
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From Sun
Aug. 8 - Sat Aug. 14 a retreat entitled "God, Jesus,
Prayer & Liturgy" will be directed by Michael Morwood at St. Mary-of-the-Woods, near Terre
Haute, IN.
This retreat provides an opportunity to reflect on a Christian
spirituality grounded in belief that everyone and everything is
connected in the mystery we call "God.".
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FOR INFO:
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Call
812.535.2930 or email or online
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Save the Date
Community
Labor Movement for Justice
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On Wed, Sept 1, 2010, Grassroots
Collaborative will celebrate the 10-year Anniversation of building a
Community-Labor Movement for Justice. The celebration will take place
from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, at Grace Place, 637 S Dearborn, Chicago, IL
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Celebrating
a Century of Faith in Action
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On Sat, Oct 23, 2010, join
Wellington Avenue United Church of Christ as they remember 100 years of
working toward a just and peaceful world. It's just the beginning! The
celebration will take place at Wellington crhuch 615 West Wellington Ave, Chicago.
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FOR INFO
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Call
773.935.0642 or online
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Ongoing Events
Silent Prayer Vigil for Peace ~ Loop
Site
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Every Tuesday Morning
from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. there is a silent prayer for peace at the
corner of Jackson and Dearborn in the Federal Plaza in the Chicago
Loop. Weekly leaflets are distributed and posters show the
realities of contemporary war. Come for the whole hour or any
part of it.
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8th Day Center for
Justice 312-641-5151
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Voter Information
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Being an informed voter is
crucial in every election. The web site below might be helpful as you
prepare to enter the voting booth for the IL primary election on Feb 2.
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online
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Silent Prayer Vigil for Peace ~ North
Suburban
Site
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There is a silent vigil for
peace on the second Saturday of every month from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
on the northeast corner of Northwest Highway and Arlington Heights Road
in downtown Arlington Heights. The vigil, now in its fourth year,
is sponsored by the Sisters of the Living Word, The Viatorian
Community, and Women’s Resource Center.
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Contact Michael Gosch, CSV
for additional information (847) 637-2146.
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JUST THURSDAY
Networking
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We
just spend some time sharing and talking about our social justice
concerns. We learn from the wisdom of each other. Bring
your supper, coffee and water available at the Brother
David Darst Center, 2834 S Normal Ave., Chicago, IL Every first
Thursday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Please
feel welcome to bring a friend. Tell others that you are in
contact with.
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Contact: email Brother Bede Baldry, FSC,
phone 773-586-0562
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| Putting
a Human Face on War |
The Rise
of The Fallen is a commemoration to the American soldiers who have
fallen in Iraq and Aphghanistan created by Andre Ferrella in
Chicago.
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FOR INFO:
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Call
608-251-6575 or email
or online
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Weekly
Peace Gathering~ DeKalb
Area
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N4P Initiates, cosponsors,
and endorses numerous activities promoting alternatives to war, racism,
and the loss of civil liberties. 5:00 p.m. Fridays at the
corner of First & Lincoln, City Clock Park, DeKalb. |
| FOR INFO: |
Garth Liebhaber garthliebhaber@hotmail.com
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Peace Walk
~ EvanstonArea
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Silent, mindful
walking. No banners, chanting, or confrontations. Everyone
is invited to demonstrate peace by being peace. Third Sunday
of every month. 12:30 p.m., meet at the North end of
Centennial Park, Evanston, near the bend in Sheridan. |
| FOR INFO: |
Deborah at ddscottphd@msn.com |
| The 8th Day: a radio show |
Listen to "The 8th Day" radio
show at 10:00 am Chicago time on the radio at 88.7 FM or on online the first
and third Monday of each month or anytime online at you computer. |
| FOR INFO: |
312-641-5151
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| Stone Soup Cooperative |
This intentional community, Stone Soup Cooperative, committed to joy and
justice is looking for people who want to live in community and have an
active commitment to social change. |
| FOR INFO: |
Roshani 773.561.5131 |
| Signs on Green Bay Road
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Join with neighbors young and
old exhibiting signs from Evanston to Highland Park. Meet at the
Wilmette train station, 10:00 a.m. to noon, to organize or pick your
own location. |
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North Suburban Peace
Initiative 847-475-369 |
Voices That Listen
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Listen to discussions on
spirituality, wellness, human growth and religious development.
Wednesday
4:00-4:30 pm
WJJG 1530 am
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Thursday
2:00- 2:30 pm
WYCA 92.3
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Amnesty International Group 259, PO Box 62,
Palatine IL 60078-0052. |
FOR INFO:
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708-423-7253 voicewxav@aol.com |
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