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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170126T190000
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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Houston festival is a selection of films from the 4-day festival held each year in Nevada City\, CA\, by the watershed advocacy group\, the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL). Their National Partners—Patagonia\, CLIF Bar\, Earthjustice\,Sierra Nevada Brewing\, Klean Kanteen\, Orion Magazine\, Barefoot Wine\, and KEEN—help make the festival available to environmentally conscious groups across the country. Hosting The Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour helps the CEC illustrate the Earth’s beauty\, the challenges facing our planet\, and the work communities are doing to protect our environment. The festival is a natural extension of CEC’s work to inspire people to act. \nThe Festival consists of 24 short documentary films which speak to the environmental concerns and celebrations of our planet. Different films will be shown each night\, and each night will include a local environmental story. Topics range from astonishing adventure and the beauty of the great outdoors to grass roots efforts to combat environmental injustice and other serious issues. \nTickets are per night and start at $15 for members who buy tickets in advance to $20 at the door.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/wild-scenic-film-festival-tour/2017-01-26/
LOCATION:River Oaks Theatre\, 2009 West Gray\, Houston\, 77019
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens' Environmental Coalition":MAILTO:rachel@cechouston.org
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SUMMARY:Medea Benjamin & Ann Wright on U.S. Foreign Policy in Trump Administration:  What will it be and how will it affect you?
DESCRIPTION:As part of a “Texas Tour\,” Medea Benjamin and Ann Wright will speak in Houston.  Medea will draw upon her first-hand knowledge of the Middle East to share her insights\, and she’ll introduce her latest book\, Kingdom of the Unjust; Behind the U.S.-Saudi Connection.  Ann was recently – once again – captured in international waters and imprisoned by the Israelis while attempting to reach shore on the Women’s Boat to Gaza.  She has also traveled to Japan\, Korea\, Russia\, Germany\, Greece\, and elsewhere this year and can speak on the human and environmental costs of war and militarism around the globe and the possible effects of a Trump administration’s policies on all of us. \nMedea Benjamin is the co-founder of the women-led peace group CODEPINK and the co-founder of the human rights group Global Exchange.  She has been an advocate for social justice for more than 40 years.  Described as “one of America’s most committed — and most effective — fighters for human rights” by New York Newsday\, and “one of the high profile leaders of the peace movement” by the Los Angeles Times\, she was one of 1\,000 exemplary women from 140 countries nominated to receive the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of the millions of women who do the essential work of peace worldwide.  She is the author of nine books\, including Drone Warfare: Killing by Remote Control and Kingdom of the Unjust:  Behind the U.S.-Saudi Connection\, and her articles appear regularly in outlets such as The Huffington Post\, Common Dreams\, Alternet\, The Other Words\, and TeleSUR. \nAnn Wright is a 29-year US Army/Army Reserves veteran\, a retired United States Army colonel and retired U.S. State Department official\, known for her outspoken opposition to the Iraq War. She received the State Department Award for Heroism in 1997\, after helping to evacuate several thousand people during the civil war in Sierra Leone. She is most noted for having been one of three State Department officials to publicly resign in direct protest of the 2003 Invasion of Iraq. Wright was also a passenger on the Challenger 1\, which along with the Mavi Marmara\, was part of the Gaza flotilla. She served in Nicaragua\, Grenada\, Somalia\, Uzbekistan\, Kyrgyzstan\, Sierra Leone\, Micronesia and Mongolia. In December\, 2001 she was on the small team that reopened the US Embassy in Kabul\, Afghanistan. She is the co-author of the book “Dissent: Voices of Conscience.” She has written frequently on rape in the military. \nA reception and book signing of Medea Benjamin’s book at 6:30 PM will be followed by their presentations at 7 PM\, followed by Q & A and book signing. \nPhoto credit: AP Photo – Charles Dharapak \n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/medea-benjamin-ann-wright-jan2016/
LOCATION:Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room\, Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foreign & Military Policy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Maynard":MAILTO:cnvhouston1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170122T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170122T170000
DTSTAMP:20161231T233613Z
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SUMMARY:Peace Club Beloved Community Jan 22nd
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!  The 8th and 22nd of January will be the next sessions for Peace Club.  The group will be making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for food not bombs and learning to knit and crochet hats for needy folks.  Participating in the MLK Parade will be discussed\, and possible  activities for the next 6 months will be planned.  Ages 5 and older are invited\, so bring friends.  Supporting each other will help us become more compassionate peacemakers.  2017 will be a challenge\, so let’s work with our youth to create the Beloved Community.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/peace-club-beloved-community-jan-22nd/
LOCATION:Houston Mennonite Church\, 1231 Wirt Rd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170121T140000
DTSTAMP:20161231T212801Z
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SUMMARY:Women's March on Austin
DESCRIPTION:As we march on Austin\, we are marching in a symbolic joining of hands with all of the sister marches around this country and the world. We march peacefully to send a message loud and clear – a message that is shared by our allies across the globe. Our mission and vision is the same as that of our principal Women’s March on Washington. The following are the national organization’s Mission\, Vision and Guiding Principles. \n  \nOn January 21\, 2017 we will unite in Washington\, DC for the Women’s March on Washington. We stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights\, our safety\, our health\, and our families — recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country. \nThe rhetoric of the past election cycle has insulted\, demonized\, and threatened many of us–women\, immigrants of all statuses\, those with diverse religious faiths particularly Muslim\, people who identify as LGBTQIA\, Native and Indigenous people\, Black and Brown people\, people with disabilities\, the economically impoverished and survivors of sexual assault. We are confronted with the question of how to move forward in the face of national and international concern and fear. \nIn the spirit of democracy and honoring the champions of human rights\, dignity\, and justice who have come before us\, we join in diversity to show our presence in numbers too great to ignore. The Women’s March on Washington will send a bold message to our new administration on their  first day in office\, and to the world that women’s rights are human rights. We stand together\, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us. \nWe support the advocacy and resistance movements that reflect our multiple and intersecting identities. We call on all defenders of human rights to join us. This march is the first step towards unifying our communities\, grounded in new relationships\, to create change from the grassroots level up. We will not rest until women have parity and equity at all levels of leadership in society. We work peacefully while recognizing there is no true peace without justice and equity for all. HEAR OUR VOICE. \nWomen’s rights are human rights\, regardless of a woman’s race\, ethnicity\, religion\, immigration status\, sexual identity\, gender expression\, economic status\, age or disability. We practice empathy with the intent to learn about the intersecting identities of each other. We will suspend our first judgement and do our best to lead without ego. We follow the principles of Kingian nonviolence\, which are defined as follows: \n\nPrinciple 1: Nonviolence is a way of life for courageous people. It is a positive force confronting the forces of injustice and utilizes the righteous indignation and spiritual\, emotional\, and intellectual capabilities of people as the vital force for change and reconciliation.\nPrinciple 2: The Beloved Community is the framework for the future. The nonviolent concept is an overall effort to achieve a reconciled world by raising the level of relationships among people to a height where justice prevails and persons attain their full human potential.\nPrinciple 3: Attack forces of evil\, not persons doing evil. The nonviolent approach helps one analyze the fundamental conditions\, policies and practices of the conflict rather than reacting to one’s opponents or their personalities.\nPrinciple 4: Accept suffering without retaliation for the sake of the cause to achieve our goal. Self-chosen suffering is redemptive and helps the movement grow in a spiritual as well as a humanitarian dimension. The moral authority of voluntary suffering for a goal communicates the concern to one’s own friends and community as well as to the opponent.\nPrinciple 5: Avoid internal violence of the spirit as well as external physical violence. The nonviolent attitude permeates all aspects of the campaign. It provides a mirror type reflection of the reality of the condition to one’s opponent and the community at large. Specific activities must be designed to maintain a high level of spirit and morale during a nonviolent campaign.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/womens-march-austin/
LOCATION:Texas State Capitol\, 1100 Congress Ave\, Austin`\, TX\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170121T120000
DTSTAMP:20161201T164206Z
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SUMMARY:Kombucha & Ginger Beer
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn to make homemade Kombucha and Wild Fermented root drinks like Ginger Beer\, Turmeric Beer\, and Sunchoke Beer? They are all fermented to be full of probiotics (healthy gut!)\, nonalcoholic (less than .5 percent)\, and simple to make. Kombucha is a fermented tea that acts as an adaptogen\, which helps the body maintain homeostasis. The wild root drinks bring wild yeasts and bacteria from your environment into your system\, which makes for a happy gut. The main ingredients are simple; water\, the root or SCOBY\, and something sweet. \nCome sit among the fields of vegetables and fruits at Finca Tres Robles and practice the ancient art of fermentation. Leave with a flavored bottle of your favorite drink or a starter culture to make your own. \n10% of the proceeds to this class go to AIDA and Survival International. Two organizations that 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. \nScholarships are available. Please contact classes@smallplaces.org for more information. \nNOTE: This class is hosted at Finca Tres Robles urban farm located at 257 N Greenwood St\, Houston\, TX 77011. Please email classes@smallplaces.org with any questions. \nWeather Cancellation Policy: Classes may be cancelled by Finca Tres Robles in the case of severe weather; however classes will not automatically be cancelled due to rain. Please stay in contact with farm staff if concerned about weather. Classes will be rescheduled as necessary. \n\nRequirements: Closed toed shoes are required on the farm. Please wear work and weather appropriate clothing.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/kombucha-ginger-beer/
LOCATION:Finca Tres Robles\, 257 N. Greenwood \, Houston\, TX\, 77011
CATEGORIES:Presentation or Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170120T130000
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SUMMARY:Not My President! Resist Trump! Houston March and Rally on January 20
DESCRIPTION:The January 20 Coalition is organizing a march and rally to protest the inauguration of Trump on Friday January 20\, 1-4 pm. We will assemble on the sidewalk at 900 Smith St.\, next to Hermann Square\, at 1 pm. Beginning at 1:30 pm\, we will march on the sidewalks down Smith St. to the Leland Federal Building at 1919 Smith St. Our rally there will include speakers\, chants\, spoken word artists\, and the dramatic smashing of a new Trump piñata.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/not-president-resist-trump-houston-march-rally-january-20/
LOCATION:sidewalk\, 900 Smith St\, Houston\, 77002
CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Environmental & Environmental Justice,Foreign & Military Policy,Human Rights & Criminal Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="David":MAILTO:movimientosocialistahouston@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170116T200000
DTSTAMP:20170111T161337Z
CREATED:20170111T161337Z
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SUMMARY:Get in the Way: The Journey of John Lewis Screening at PRH
DESCRIPTION:Get in the Way is the first biographical film about John Lewis\, a respected legislator and elder statesman who co-led the the historic 1965 Selma March known as Bloody Sunday. Today he continues to practice nonviolence in his determined fight for justice. The film is a riveting portrayal of John Lewis’ personal journey of courage\, searing disappointments and hard-won triumphs\, as over the decades he inspires others to stand up and resist. \nProject Row Houses presents this screening in the Historic Eldorado Ballroom\, a venue instrumental in establishing a cultural identity for African-American Houstonians. The screening will be held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day\, on the precipice of a new era presidential leadership\, in hopes of sparking a community dialogue around art and activism. The post-screening conversation will look at and build upon the history of activism and community organizing\, inspiring strategies for and reinvigorating those who want to “Get in the Way.”. \nThe screening is free and open to the public.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/get-way-journey-john-lewis-screening-prh/
LOCATION:Eldorado Ballroom\, 2310 Elgin Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77004\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170116T123000
DTSTAMP:20170102T052341Z
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SUMMARY:39TH ANNUAL MLK\, JR. PARADE & CELEBRATION sponsored by the Black Heritage Society
DESCRIPTION:WELCOME TO BLACK HERITAGE SOCIETY’S 39th ANNUAL MLK\, JR. PARADE & CELEBRATION – JANUARY 16\, 2017\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOUR MISSION OF THE PARADE IS:\nTO FIGHT FOR EQUAL RIGHTS AND JUSTICE TO ALL. \nWe inspire\, teach\, and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. during the weekend of the federal holiday occurring on the third Monday of each January with commemorative parade and celebratory festive community activities throughout the weekend. \nThe Black Heritage Society has a long history of fighting for equal justice and social accommodations for the rights of all. \nThe Black Heritage Society Organization subscribes to Activism\, Advocacy\, and Action on behalf of the underprivileged\, underserved\, and those seeking justice and equality.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/39th-annual-mlk-jr-parade-celebration/
LOCATION:Minute Maid Park\, 501 Crawford St.\, 77002
CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Foreign & Military Policy,Human Rights & Criminal Justice,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170115T170000
DTSTAMP:20170113T225913Z
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SUMMARY:John Denver Tribute Concert
DESCRIPTION:Chris will join with some local members of the Boulder Canyon Band for this Millbend Coffeehouse Special Event KPFT fundraiser. If you truly love the music of John Denver\, or if you are a Chris Collins fan\, this concert will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great Sunday afternoon concert\, and also to help support the positive impact of KPFT public radio on our local community. This concert will be be hosted by Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church\, 1900 Bering Drive\, Houston\, TX 77057. Tickets are available online for the show\, and also for a Patron Supporter package including preferred-seat tickets to the show\, a tribute CD\, pictures\, and an After-Party with refreshments. \n“… a standing ovation … the crowd stood and cheered for Chris Collins’ performance. It was the best show we’ve had in 23 years!” ~ Luann H. Eckenrode\, Vice President\, Valley Rural Electric Cooperative\, Huntingdon PA\n \n  \n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/john-denver-tribute-concert/
LOCATION:Emerson UU Church\, 1900 Bering Drive\, Houston\, 77057
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170114T120000
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SUMMARY:Urban Harvest Fruit Tree Sale 2017
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Urban Harvest has perhaps the largest one-day fruit tree sale on the planet (at least\, no one knows of a bigger one)\, and it’s one of the best places to get fruit trees and berries that are selected specifically for the climate and soil conditions of the greater Houston area. \nBefore the sale\, be sure to check out the many varieties of trees and berries at urbanharvest.org\, so you’ll know how much space each needs\, when to plant and how to care for them\, and anything else to know before you make your selections. Special fruit tree classes are also listed there. Advice will also be available at the sale itself. \nMany of the tree varieties sell out by 11 am\, so plan on arriving early. However\, some of the unsold trees\, plus tropical plants that are best to plant in March or later\, may be available later in March at the farmers market on Eastside St.  More details on that will also be on the Urban Harvest web site.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/urban-harvest-fruit-tree-sale-2017/
LOCATION:Rice Stadium Parking Lot\, 5600 Greenbriar Dr. at University Blvd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77005\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Crosier":MAILTO:hpjc@crosierbiomed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170110T210000
DTSTAMP:20161231T212924Z
CREATED:20161223T215642Z
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SUMMARY:Resistance Roadshow Coming to Houston
DESCRIPTION:tejas & Center for Biological Diversity will be hosting an event in Houston Jan 10th that’s both forum and way to build up to the climate justice convergence in DC before the inauguration:\n\n \nhttp://action.biologicaldiversity.org/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=83071#.WFtgJdWjyfc.mailto\nThe roadshow is rallying and empowering defenders of civil rights and the environment to resist Trump’s dangerous agenda. Stopping in 16 cities on its way to Washington\, D.C.\, it will bring thousands of people to protest at the presidential inauguration.\n \nWe need you there. And we need your friends\, family and activist networks. Please take a moment to RSVP: http://ow.ly/hlQJ3078rmT “\n \n​Tuesday Jan 10th\, ​7-9pm\n6733 Harrisburg Blvd 77011\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/349898638701822
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/resistance-roadshow-coming-houston/
LOCATION:Solidarity Houston\, 6733 Harrisburg Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77011\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Franklin":MAILTO:veryloudben@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170108T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170108T193000
DTSTAMP:20161231T233620Z
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SUMMARY:Peace Club Beloved Community Jan 8th
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!  The 8th and 22nd of January will be the next sessions for Peace Club.  The group will be making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for food not bombs and learning to knit and crochet hats for needy folks.  Participating in the MLK Parade will be discussed\, and possible  activities for the next 6 months will be planned.  Ages 5 and older are invited\, so bring friends.  Supporting each other will help us become more compassionate peacemakers.  2017 will be a challenge\, so let’s work with our youth to create the Beloved Community.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/peace-club-beloved-community-jan-8th/
LOCATION:Houston Mennonite Church\, 1231 Wirt Rd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace Education for Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161229T200000
DTSTAMP:20161221T011434Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Party sponsored by Houston Foreign Policy Alliance
DESCRIPTION:The Houston Foreign Policy Alliance invites all those who support our goals of reforming US foreign policy (see below) to join us in a holiday party. It’s pot luck\, so bring something to eat or drink\, to share\, and have dinner with us. Or you can make a donation to help us cover expenses. Admission is free! Please RSVP here! \nThis is a family friendly party\, and we’ll have more information about HFPA available. \nThis will be in the big meeting room at the Dominican Center\, on the east side of Almeda. Enter via the second driveway north of Holcombe.  To make sure you’re at the correct building: Look for the big sign shortly after you enter the property that reads “Dominican Sisters Center for Spirituality Meeting Room“. There is a smaller sign on one of the pillars at the entrance to the meeting room that reads “Dominican Sisters Meeting Room”. \nNote: Almeda Rd is being reconstructed. The new road on the west side of Almeda was opened and you are now able to make a left from Almeda (if going south) onto the property at 6501 Almeda Road. However\, the city is still working on the entrances and the slope of the road as you enter the main entrance off of Almeda is still very steep. The city will continue to work on the entrances and will try to stabilize and clean-up both Almeda entrances. PLEASE USE CAUTION as you come into the entrances due to the high slope/grade of the road! The best way to determine where the drive is located is to look for the barrels. \nIf you tell others about the party via e-mail or social media\, please link to this web page. We may have updates the week of the party\, depending on how construction goes in the area. \nHFPA’s Mission: The Houston Foreign Policy Alliance works to build support across the political spectrum for a U.S. foreign policy that emphasizes diplomacy\, law\, and cooperation\, rather than costly and counterproductive armed intervention that needlessly puts U.S. military personnel and innocent civilians in harm’s way. \nPlease RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/foreign-affairs-christmas-party \nWe have a resolution with more details about what we support\, and why\, at foreignpolicyalliance.org/resolution \nFind us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/houstonforeignpolicy
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/holiday-party-hfpa/
LOCATION:Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd\, Houston\, 77021
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Crosier":MAILTO:hpjc@crosierbiomed.com
GEO:29.7072291;-95.3832631
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dominican Sisters of Houston 6501 Almeda Rd Houston 77021;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6501 Almeda Rd:geo:-95.3832631,29.7072291
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161224T190000
DTSTAMP:20161223T185928Z
CREATED:20161129T155017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161223T185928Z
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SUMMARY:Santa At The Jail
DESCRIPTION:Santa At The Jail is a project sponsored by HPJC\, End Mass Incarceration\, and other organizations to provide children visiting their parents at the jail a toy as they leave.  Imagine having to leave your parent behind bars on Christmas Eve.  Help us bring a little comfort to these kids as they have to leave their parents behind.  Santa will be there to distribute hugs and toys\, and you can too. \nPlease make your monetary donation using the HPJC website and mark your donation “Santa At The Jail”.  We will do your shopping for you\, so please make your contribution by December 15.  If you would like to participate in the distribution or in any other way\, please contact Constance Gray at constancejgray@gmail.com  or call 713-2040-4010 for more details. \n  \n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/santa-at-the-jail-2016/
LOCATION:Harris County Jail\, San Jacinto St. at Baker St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Constance Gray":MAILTO:constancejgray@gmail.com
GEO:29.764158;-95.3572857
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harris County Jail San Jacinto St. at Baker St. Houston TX 77002 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=San Jacinto St. at Baker St.:geo:-95.3572857,29.764158
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161222T210000
DTSTAMP:20161219T185802Z
CREATED:20161219T185802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161219T185802Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Water Protectors Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:This Thursday\, Solidarity Houston invites y’all to a fundraiser for the #waterprotectors that are defending the sacred land\, air\, and water here in Texas. Fundraiser will begin 7pm Thursday\, Dec 22nd at First Unitarian Universalist\, 5200 Fannin St [Fannin at Southmore]; Doors open at 630. https://www.facebook.com/events/941942309239077/ \nDemonstrate your opposition to the accelerating direction of the United States by joining us for this evening of music\, dance\, & spoken word! \nFunds raised will go to the Carrizo/Comecrudo Tribe. We also ask people to donate camping supplies for the front lines such as tents\, sleeping bags\, lanterns\, blankets. \n  \nFor background info about the Carrizo-Comecrudo tribe & the TransPecos Pipeline\, start here: http://defendbigbend.blogspot.com/2016/05/dont-tread-on-us.html?m=1 \nhttp://www.carrizocomecrudonation.com/about_us.html \n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/texas-water-protectors-fundraiser/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Church\, 5200 Fannin St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Franklin":MAILTO:veryloudben@gmail.com
GEO:29.7278587;-95.3870637
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Unitarian Universalist Church 5200 Fannin St. Houston TX 77004 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5200 Fannin St.:geo:-95.3870637,29.7278587
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161221T220000
DTSTAMP:20161219T191410Z
CREATED:20161219T190228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161219T191410Z
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SUMMARY:Food Not Bombs Musical Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:join us for a Winter Solstice celebration as we raise money for Food Not Bombs Houston\nDoors at 7\nMusic at 8 \nWill Csorba\nKristal Cherelle\nWhale Bones \nIt is getting cold outside and the homeless of Houston need blankets\, socks\, gloves\, jackets and other warm weather gear.  Come join the music and folks at the Free Thinker house this Wednesday. \nPizza provided by Broke Ass Pizza!
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/food-not-bombs-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Free Thinkers House\, 323 Hutchison St. \, Houston\, TX\, 77003
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161217T170000
DTSTAMP:20161201T022604Z
CREATED:20161201T022225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T022604Z
UID:10000115-1481986800-1481994000@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Conflict Transformation and Nonviolent Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Ethan Hughes of the Possibility Alliance for a 2 hour workshop on Conflict Transformation and Nonviolent Communication.  Ethan has studied NVC for many years and practices it daily at his permaculture homestead.  He has organized and been part of restorative circles\, and notes that his community wouldn’t exist without them.\n\nThis class will focus on NVC in group situations like Food Not Bombs.  What approach can be taken when someone in like cuts and a fight breaks out?  What if someone wants to call the police for a non-emergency?  How can we understand peoples motivations and what drives them to anger and aggression?\n\nThe Possibility Alliance is an 80-acre nonviolent and permaculture land-based community in La Plata Missouri.  They live without electricity\, grow most of their own food\, and commute by bike as much as possible.  They also participate in Superhero rides\, where they do random acts of kindness in neighboring cities and towns.\n\nTo find out more about Ethan and the PA\, please checkout this podcast episode.\nhttp://www.thepermaculturepodcast.com/2012/ethanhughes/\n\nDate: December 17th\nTime: 3pm-5pm\nLocation: Solidarity Houston\n6733 Harrisburg Blvd\, Houston\, TX 77011\nCost: Free
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/conflict-transformation-nonviolent-communication-workshop/
LOCATION:Solidarity Houston\, 6733 Harrisburg Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation or Lecture
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GEO:29.7375208;-95.3072927
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Solidarity Houston 6733 Harrisburg Blvd Houston TX 77011 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6733 Harrisburg Blvd:geo:-95.3072927,29.7375208
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161215T170000
DTSTAMP:20161216T194500Z
CREATED:20161216T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161216T194500Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Phonebank 4 Aleppo
DESCRIPTION:Syrian regime\, Russian\, and Iranian-backed forces have taken control of 98% of Aleppo\, Syria. Civilians\, aid workers\, and activists in East Aleppo are sending out “final messages” to the world as pro-regime forces continue to close in on the city. \nSome 100\,000 civilians are crammed into 2 small districts awaiting a massacre after pro-regime military dominated by Iran-backed foreign fighters and Russian warplanes made rapid gains in East Aleppo over the past two weeks. Mass executions have been reported in multiple areas that the regime seized.  \nToo many of our elected officials are silent as genocide destroys lives. Together\, let’s call on the White House and Congress to rescue the 100\,000 civilians still trapped in Aleppo and to allow humanitarian organizations to safely provide aid. Together\, let’s answer the millions of cries for help with a message of hope. Together\, let’s make “Never Again” a reality for Syrians. \nJoin us at the University of Houston on Thursday\, Dec. 15th any time between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for a phone banking event to call on our representatives to answer to us. We’ll provide the scripts and the contact information — just bring yourself and a phone!
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/emergency-phonebank-4-aleppo/
LOCATION:Student Center Midtown Room – University of Houston\, 4455 University Drive\, Houston\, 77204
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
GEO:29.7188196;-95.3388619
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Student Center Midtown Room – University of Houston 4455 University Drive Houston 77204;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4455 University Drive:geo:-95.3388619,29.7188196
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161214T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161214T130000
DTSTAMP:20161201T163129Z
CREATED:20161201T162633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T163129Z
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SUMMARY:Houston Food Policy Workgroup Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Wed\, Dec 14th\, 2016\n11:30 – 1 pm\n1920 West Clay St\nHouston\, TX 77019\nFree and open to the public\nBring a dish to share \nIt’s time again for our infamous year-end holiday potluck. Please join us as we reflect upon the successes of this year\, project our goals for the year ahead\, and celebrate local food and friendship in Houston. We’ll say thanks to Libby Kennedy for her service as co-chair\, and unveil the 2017 schedule. \nThe party will be hosted at Scott Howard’s house\, where we’ll tour his garden – which he has turned into a working commercial urban farm this year! Please bring a dish to share and your best holiday cheer.\nQuestions? Comments? Concerns? Contact:\nCo-Chairs: Libby Kennedy\, Rosalind Bello\nHouston Tomorrow: Caitlin McNeely\nVisit and like us on Facebook
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/houston-food-policy-workgroup-potluck/
LOCATION:Scott Howard Home\, 1920 West Clay St\, Houston\, TX\, 77019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Social
GEO:29.755436;-95.403052
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Scott Howard Home 1920 West Clay St Houston TX 77019 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1920 West Clay St:geo:-95.403052,29.755436
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161213T210000
DTSTAMP:20161204T154135Z
CREATED:20161204T154135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161204T154135Z
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SUMMARY:Join Transition Houston for our December Social and Potluck!
DESCRIPTION:Another year has passed and it’s once again time for our holiday social and potluck at Japhet Creek on Tuesday\, December 13th starting at 6:00pm.  \nWe hope you’ll join us for great food and fellowship as we celebrate and enjoy each other. Japhet Creek will also be hosting December’s full moon bonfire for the year as well! \nBring yourself and some food to share!
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/join-transition-houston-december-social-potluck/
LOCATION:Japhet Creek\, 4646 Billy Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77020\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Transition Houston":MAILTO:info@transitionhouston.org
GEO:29.7646262;-95.3241969
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Japhet Creek 4646 Billy Street Houston TX 77020 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4646 Billy Street:geo:-95.3241969,29.7646262
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161210T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161210T213000
DTSTAMP:20161210T144342Z
CREATED:20160305T163408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161210T144342Z
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SUMMARY:HPJC Quarterly Board Meeting-Dec. 2016
DESCRIPTION:Note that this meeting will be at Bering UMC\, not our usual location. \n  \nHouston Peace & Justice Center \nDecember 10\, 2016 \nFourth Quarter Board Meeting \nBering Memorial UMC\, 1440 Harold\, Houston\, TX \n Agenda \n9:30 – Opening: Constance Gray\, President \n9:35 – 10:10 Board Member & Guest Introductions & reports (3 minutes only please)  \n10:10 – 10:30 Financial Report: Cheryl Crosier\, Treasurer \n10:30 – 10:45 New Member Application/Acceptance \n\nShawn McFarland\, representing \nJerry Maynard\, representing Nonviolence Houston\n\n10:45 – 11:15 – Slate of Officers presentation and election \n11:15 – 11:45 – Committee Reports \n\nPeace Camp / Peace Club – Judy Hoffhien\nEnvironmental Justice – Joe Marcinkowski\nSocial Justice / Economic Justice – Dave Atwood\nAwards Dinner – Don Cook\n\n*Upcoming Book Study – Rae  \n11:45 – 11:55 – Set date for Planning Retreat in January \n(New board members orientation\, community building\, planning strategies for the new year) Options: January 7\, 14\, 21\, or 28 \nNoon: Adjourn
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-quarterly-board-meeting-dec-2016/
LOCATION:Bering Memorial United Church of Christ\, 1440 Harold St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States
CATEGORIES:HPJC Meeting
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GEO:29.7416822;-95.3971046
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bering Memorial United Church of Christ 1440 Harold St. Houston TX 77006 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1440 Harold St.:geo:-95.3971046,29.7416822
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T193000
DTSTAMP:20161206T025603Z
CREATED:20161206T025603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161206T025603Z
UID:10000123-1481218200-1481225400@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:My Houston 2040 Monthly Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:My Houston 2040\nHouston’s monthly Happy Hour meeting of the minds!\nCo-hosted by Houston Tomorrow\, Air Alliance Houston\, Better Houston\, Citizens’ Transportation Coalition\, CNU (Congress for the New Urbanism)\, and Community Artists’ Collective.\n\nAdrian Shelley speaks for about 20 minutes on Climate Reality (with Slideshow).  Adrian participated in the Climate Reality training given in Houston by Al Gore in August of this year.\nThere will also be another speaker speaking on Solar Energy in Houston.  You can buy food and drink ar Rudyard’s.  The food is pretty decent and the talk is free.\n\nThursday Dec. 8th\, 5:30 to 7:30 \nRudyard’s Upstairs\, 2010 Waugh Drive\nFree and open to the public.\nFood and drinks available at bar. \nMAP\nhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/2010+Waugh+Dr\,+Houston\,+TX+77006/@29.7499962\,-95.398737\,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8640c0a035295ddb:0x7712a1b269cfbdfd!8m2!3d29.7499962!4d-95.3965483
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/houston-2040-monthly-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Rudyard’s\, 2010 Waugh Drive\, 77006
GEO:29.7499459;-95.3965971
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rudyard’s 2010 Waugh Drive 77006;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2010 Waugh Drive:geo:-95.3965971,29.7499459
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161207T190000
DTSTAMP:20161130T032504Z
CREATED:20161130T004430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T032504Z
UID:10000114-1481130000-1481137200@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Prayer Vigil to End the Death Penalty in Huntsville
DESCRIPTION:Start at 5pm at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Huntsville\, Texas (323 16th St.) for orientation.   Proceed to Huntsville Prison where executions take place for Prayer Vigil at 6pm.     Sponsored by Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston – Respect Life and Social Justice Offices.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/prayer-vigil-end-death-penalty-huntsville/
LOCATION:St. Thomas Catholic Church\, 323 16th Street\, Huntsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Atwood":MAILTO:dpatwood@igc.org
GEO:30.7182942;-95.5379801
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Thomas Catholic Church 323 16th Street Huntsville TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=323 16th Street:geo:-95.5379801,30.7182942
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161206T150000
DTSTAMP:20161201T163511Z
CREATED:20161201T163511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T163511Z
UID:10000119-1481032800-1481036400@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Post-election Refugee Advocacy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:I’m writing to invite you an in-person meeting for an important discussion about the post-election challenges and key advocacy opportunities in 2017. Please let me know if you are able to attend and feel free to share this with any others you think would like to be part of the discussion: \nPost-election Refugee Advocacy Meeting:\nTuesday\, December 6 at 2pm-3pm\nYMCA International Services office \n6300 Westpark Dr #600\, Houston\, TX 77057 \n\nKey advocacy updates for 2016\nLook ahead to the 2017 Texas legislative session: pre-filed bills and February 3 Refugee Advocacy Day\nImpacts of the presidential election and potential challenges ahead\nNational and state advocacy opportunities\nKnow your rights resources for refugees and immigrants\n\n  \nGislaine Williams\, MSW \nTexas Grassroots Organizer \nRefugee Council USA (RCUSA) \n  \nwww.rcusa.org \nFollow us on Twitter & Facebook!
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/post-election-refugee-advocacy-meeting/
LOCATION:YMCA International Services office\, 6300 Westpark Dr #600\, Houston\, TX\, 77057\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gislaine Williams":MAILTO:gwilliams@rcusa.org 
GEO:29.7239954;-95.4969222
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=YMCA International Services office 6300 Westpark Dr #600 Houston TX 77057 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6300 Westpark Dr #600:geo:-95.4969222,29.7239954
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260630T202906Z
CREATED:20161201T162934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T202906Z
UID:10000118-1480795200-1480802400@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:From the Back of the Bus to the Top of the Agenda
DESCRIPTION:Rice University’s Boniuk Institute joins Congregation Shma Koleinu  and Temple Sinai to present Anat Hoffman\, founder of Women of the Wall and director of the Israel Religious Action Center.\n\nMs. Hoffman will discuss the struggle of Women of the Wall\, a group of Israeli women seeking the right for Jewish women to conduct prayer services\, read from a Torah scroll while wearing prayer shawls\, and sing out loud at the Western Wall\, Judaism’s most sacred holy site. This event is free and open to the public with a reception to follow.\n\nGet more information and reserve a seat for this event.\n\n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/back-bus-top-agenda/
LOCATION:Rice Anderson-Clarke Center
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161203T170000
DTSTAMP:20161201T163813Z
CREATED:20161201T163813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T163813Z
UID:10000120-1480777200-1480784400@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Basic Gardening: Designing and Building the Home Garden
DESCRIPTION:Want to build your own home garden\, but don’t know where to start? Come learn about the design process and considerations that go into building up your garden. Learn about where the best places are for your beds\, how to build them\, and the costs involved. Walk away with the tools to get your garden built just in time for the oncoming Fall. \nNOTE: This class is hosted at Finca Tres Robles urban farm located at 257 N Greenwood St\, Houston\, TX 77011. Please email classes@smallplaces.org with any questions. \nWeather Cancellation Policy: Classes may be cancelled by Finca Tres Robles in the case of severe weather; however classes will not automatically be cancelled due to rain. Please stay in contact with farm staff if concerned about weather. Classes will be rescheduled as necessary.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/basic-gardening-designing-building-home-garden/
LOCATION:Finca Tres Robles\, 257 N. Greenwood \, Houston\, TX\, 77011
GEO:29.7459089;-95.3136171
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Finca Tres Robles 257 N. Greenwood  Houston TX 77011;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=257 N. Greenwood:geo:-95.3136171,29.7459089
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161202T210000
DTSTAMP:20161201T163008Z
CREATED:20161107T035959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T163008Z
UID:10000110-1480705200-1480712400@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:HPJC Executive Committee Meeting - Dec. 2016
DESCRIPTION:This is the monthly meeting of HPJC’s Executive Committee. \nCheck back before the meeting for a draft agenda.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-exec-comm-mtg-dec-2016/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161202T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161202T204500
DTSTAMP:20161201T164350Z
CREATED:20161201T032549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161201T164350Z
UID:10000116-1480704300-1480711500@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Remembering the Churchwomen:  Building Pillars of Peace
DESCRIPTION:Prayers\, Program and Reception honoring the Churchwomen murdered in El Salvador.  Gather at 6:45pm on Dec. 2 at Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd.\, Houston.   Call 713-440-3714 for more info.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/remembering-churchwomen-building-pillars-peace/
LOCATION:Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd\, Houston\, 77021
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ceil Roeger":MAILTO:croeger@domhou.org
GEO:29.7072291;-95.3832631
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dominican Sisters of Houston 6501 Almeda Rd Houston 77021;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6501 Almeda Rd:geo:-95.3832631,29.7072291
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161125T180000
DTSTAMP:20161109T085615Z
CREATED:20161109T085615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T085615Z
UID:10000111-1480078800-1480096800@hpjc.org
SUMMARY:Quaker Barter Fair and Pop Up Peace Festival
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to trade objects and services without using common currency and to support “Buy Nothing Day\,” and an opportunity to share in the Quaker testimonies of simplicity\, stewardship\, and community by creating a space to practice thinking together in a new way about how we place value on objects and services within our community. \n  \nWe will also share a meal of left-overs from Thanksgiving feasts\, so all attendees are invited to bring left overs to share. \nAlso\, enjoy an afternoon of celebration\, information\, and networking with local organizations whose work to improve our community and world aligns with values and principles of Simplicity\, Peace\, Integrity\, Equality\, Community\, Care for our Environment\, and Service.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/quaker-barter-fair-pop-peace-festival/
LOCATION:Live Oak Friends Meeting House\, 1318 W. 26th\, Houston\, TX\, 77008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Peace Education for Children & Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Lidney Molnari":MAILTO:lidneymolnari@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161122
DTSTAMP:20161013T131148Z
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SUMMARY:Amnesty International: Southern Regional Conference
DESCRIPTION:It is our sincere pleasure to invite you to this year’s Southern Regional Conference. Join us\, Saturday\, November 19\, 2016 – Sunday\, November 20\, 2016 for a weekend full of human rights learning\, networking and growth in the great city of Houston\, TX. The conference will bring together hundreds of Amnesty members and other human rights activists from around the region. With our Regional Conference Planning Committee and Regional Office as co-hosts\, together we will continue our tradition of engaging in networking opportunities\, inspiring plenaries\, outstanding keynotes\, and hands-on skill-building workshops as well as shaping the policies of the organization. \nThrough interactive programs and workshops\, exceptional speakers and engaging exhibits\, the Regional Conference will facilitate discussions about human rights issues in the United States and around the world and motivate us to take action. As activists\, we will be challenged to initiate change within our own communities. This will only happen with you – we need you there! \nDETAILS \nDates: Saturday\, November 19\, 2016 – Sunday\, November 20\, 2016 \nLocation: Houston\, TX \nHyatt Regency North Houston \n425 N Sam Houston Pkwy East\, Houston\, TX 77060 (map) \n  \nImage: Copyright 2016 Favianna Rodriguez\, Favianna.com
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/amnesty-international-southern-regional-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency North Houston\, 425 North Sam Houston Pkwy E\, Houston\, TX\, 77060
CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice
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