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Journey to the Heart: Falling in Love with Earth

Based on the premise that we will not save what we do not love, and that we do not love what we do not know, this multi-faceted presentation engages participants in a variety of ways to remember, to celebrate and to renew our commitment to live in harmony with each other and with Earth, our beloved home. “Let us sing as we go. May our struggles and our concern for this planet never take away the joy of our hope.” Pope Francis Laudato Si

$15.00

Earth Day Barter Fair

Live Oak Friends Meeting House 1318 W. 26th, Houston, TX, United States

A Barter Fair provides an opportunity to trade objects and services without using common currency. The Quaker testimonies of Simplicity, Community and Stewardship encourage Friends to find creative ways to care for the earth and each other, and we want to extend this opportunity to others in the community. Creating a space to practice thinking […]

Free

How Wealth Inequality is Wrecking the World and What We can do about it

Bay Area UU Church 17503 El Camino Real , Houston, TX, United States

The BAUUC Service and Justice Ministry (SJM) invite all to hear acclaimed author and scholar Chuck Collins discuss, "How wealth inequality is wrecking the world and what we can do about it". The event is scheduled for March 22nd, 7 to 9PM

Cesar Chavez Parade and Celebration

Hidalgo Parks 7000 Ave. Q, Hou, TX, United States

The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at 601 North Cesar Chavez Blvd. Houston, TX 77011. At 11:00 am, the festivities will follow in the gazebo at Hidalgo Park.

There will speeches by Elected Officials, Robert Gallegos City Council member, who will serve as the grand marshal, Hon. Gene Green and Hon Sheila Jackson Lee will also be addressing the attendees.

Free

Houston Music, Peace, and Justice Festival 2017

Unitarian Fellowship of Houston 1504 Wirt Road, Houston, TX, United States

Outdoor Music, Peace and Justice Festival in a beautiful, shaded setting at the Unitarian Fellowship of Houston, with indoor space in case of bad weather. Music! Food! Information Tables! Networking! Fun!

Roy Zimmerman Concert – Potluck- Fundraiser for Peace Camp Houston

Bering Memorial United Methodist Church 1440 Harold St., Houston, TX, United States

What can one person do about climate change, torture, racism, xenophobia, gun violence, fracking, Congressional ineptitude, ignorance, war and greed? Write funny songs, says Roy Zimmerman, master satirist, songwriter, and performer.

HPJC is bringing Roy Zimmerman back to Houston in a benefit to raise funds for Peace Camp Houston. In 14 albums over 20 years, Roy has brought the sting of satire and parody to the struggle for peace and social justice.

He makes fun of right wing politicians, hypocrites, war profiteers, large multinational corporations, religious bigots, and hate-mongers, while entertaining you with stories and music.

No Ban, No Wall, Affordable Care for All Rally in Moody Park

Moody Park 3725 Fulton St, Houston, United States

Grassroots citizens from Harris County and areas across the great state of Texas will hold a rally on April 8th, at 1:00 p.m. at Moody Park in Houston, Texas. The rally will focus on defending American healthcare for all citizens and protecting immigrant communities from fire in United States. It will feature speakers and organizations in a united coalition against the discriminatory immigration policies and draconian healthcare proposals currently sitting in queue in the United States Congress and the White House. Speakers will include both elected officials from around the state and individual citizens with stories to share on their experiences with immigration and healthcare issues.

Drones in Our Backyard

Live Oak Friends Meeting House 1318 W. 26th, Houston, TX, United States

YOU ARE INVITED!

to attend this lecture and film screening on drones at Live Oak Friends Meeting, April 8th from 6-8PM.

We will gather from 6-6:30 for snack and a brief lecture on why Houstonians should be concerned about drones, what we can do to resist drone warfare in our communities, and what our next steps will be to build a movement against drones in Houston. At 6:30 we will begin screening the documentary UNMANNED: US Drone Wars followed by a brief time to network.

If you'd like to sponsor this event send an email to our Regional Organizer via [email protected]

Free

Nonviolent Civil Disobedience Training

Emerson UU Church 1900 Bering Drive, Houston

Learn about the history of non violent civil disobedience and learn practical skills for direct actions and non violent civil disobedience. If you're thinking about taking a step beyond standing on the sidewalk with a sign, the presentations and role playing will help you decide if that's right for you, and prepare you to take action.

$10,

Transition Houston Presentation at Sierra Club Houston!

Haven's Center 1827 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, United States

Join Transition Houston as we visit Sierra Club Houston! Socializing starts at 7:00pm, the meeting begins at 7:30pm at the Haven's Center. Our focus is an introduction to the Transition movement and the local Transition Houston initiative. We'll share stories from around the world of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. You’ll hear about communities printing […]

Good Friday Walk for Justice

City Hall 901 Bagby, Houston, TX, United States

The annual Good Friday "Walk for Justice", sponsored by Pax Christi,  will take place on Friday, April 14.  Gather at 12 noon at the reflecting pool in front of City Hall in downtown Houston.   Many different peace and social justice issues are addressed in the Walk for Justice.   All are welcome.

Buddhism and the Ecological Challenge

Houston Zen Center 1605 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX, United States

David Loy, professor, Buddhist activist and author, leads a workshop and study group on Buddhism and the Ecological Crisis. Houston Zen Center is honored to host this important thinker and activist.

$25.00

Earth Day Barter Fair

Live Oak Friends Meeting House 1318 W. 26th, Houston, TX, United States

A Barter Fair provides an opportunity to trade objects and services without using common currency. The Quaker testimonies of Simplicity, Community and Stewardship encourage Friends to find creative ways to care for the earth and each other, and we want to extend this opportunity to others in the community. Creating a space to practice thinking together in a new way about how we place value on objects and services within our community seems like a worthwhile way to observe the 48th anniversary of Earth Day.

To get involved, just come! Bring a table, shelf, rug or blanket to display your goods or a sign that describes your service(s). CHILDREN ARE WELCOME! Children are often the best models of how this can work. They have the ability to add value to an item by describing potential uses, and the creativity to negotiate three-way trades.

Free

Celebrate Earth Day with Dominican Sisters of Houston

Dominican Sisters Chapel 6504 Almeda Rd, Houston, United States

Join the Dominican Sisters of Houston as we celebrate
Earth Day with prayer and walk on the Labyrinth
Saturday, April 22, 2017
5:30 p.m.
6504 Almeda Rd.
We will begin with prayer in the Villa Chapel

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Event Series Winning The Peace

Winning The Peace

At a Houston High School Houston, TX, United States

NNOMY is working with War Resisters League to distribute palm cards at high schools that will direct youth to online resources that they can access on their mobile devices. This information and additional links will assist them in answering the questions they will have about the realities of military enlistment that they will not hear from military recruiters, and direct them to non-military alternatives to achieve their future educational and career goals.

Cost of purchasing palm cards

Lifetime Achievement Award for Johnny Mata

Talento Bilingue de Houston 333 S. Jensen Drive, Houston, TX, United States

Please join us as we honor longtime Houston activist Johnny Mata on his 80th birthday. Johnny is currently the Presiding Officer of the Greater Houston Coalition for Justice which has been working to improve the criminal justice system in Houston/Harris County for many years. RSVP by April 15, 2017, to Kathy Swilley at [email protected] . There is no cost to attend but you may contribute to our plans to fund a well-deserved vacation for Johnny.

Free

People’s Climate March in Houston

Clinton Park 200 Mississippi ST, Houston, TX

Our communities and the climate are under attack. April 29, join people across the United States as we march for a clean energy economy that works for all of us. A historic resistance against Trump’s administration is rising to action — which means now is the time to push for a new vision.

Homemade Kombucha Workshop

Japhet Creek 4646 Billy Street, Houston, TX, United States

Want to learn to make homemade Kombucha? It's a fermented tea full of probiotics (healthy gut!), nonalcoholic (usually around .5%), and simple to make. Kombucha acts as an adaptogen, which helps the body maintain homeostasis. The main ingredients are simple; water, a SCOBY, tea and something sweet.

10% of the proceeds to this class current indigenous resistance projects and movements. In the past this money has gone to Two Rivers Camp, AIDA and Survival International. These groups champion tribal peoples and defend their land and culture. As we celebrate their wisdom in our class we will also be sending support for their way of living to continue.

$25

May Day March & Rally

Sesquicentennial Park, 300 Smith St., Houston, Texas 300 Smith St., Houston

May Day March & Rally on May 1, 2017. Gather at 11:30am at Sesquicentennial Park, 300 Smith St., in downtown Houston. March to City Hall. March for human dignity and rights.

Free

International Workers Day/ Day Without Immigrants

An International Workers Day/A Day Without Immigrants Rally will be held on May 1, 2017, 5:30-8:00 pm, at Guadalupe Plaza, 2311 Runnels Street, in Houston. This event will highlight the historic achievements and contemporary struggles of workers of all nationalities, as well as the imperative need for solidarity with our immigrant sisters and brothers, who are increasingly under attack. Working class, this is your cause! Join us!