This is the monthly meeting for the Executive Committee of the Houston Peace and Justice Center. Note that it's at a different location. The meeting will be in the upstairs library. Enter via the north side of the building (by the parking lot on the Hawthorne side). Draft Agenda Opening Meditation Acceptance of Minutes from […]
What can one person do about climate change, torture, racism, 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 […]
Visit toxic sites in SE Houston where neighborhoods surrounded by refineries and chemical plants spewing toxins. Lunch n learn presentation & bus tour Juan Parras Sierra Club Enviromental Justice receipient and founder director T.e.j.a.s. 12 - 12-30 lunch $7 12-30-1:00 presentation 1:00-3:00 toxic tour
Join the Houston Center for Photography on World Water Day, March 22, 2016, at 6:00 pm. for a panel discussion: Climate Change and its Effect on Water. You won't want to miss this evening of art and dialogue, where the guests in the panel will discuss climate change and its effects on water, as represented […]
Pax Christi Houston is sponsoring its annual Good Friday Walk for Justice at noon on March 25 in downtown Houston. It is at City Hall’s Hermann Square.
The Houston Green Film Series and Transition Houston are proud to host Katrina X and 10 Years After Katrina: Resilience, Recovery, and REALITY. These two films will discuss the realities of New Orleans after the storm. Join us for a look at the effects of climate change on Houston’s neighbor as these films demonstrate what disaster capitalism means for cities on our coast.
Special Guest Breial Kennedy co-director will be traveling to Houston to discuss her experience with the making of the film and the realities of “recovery” for many Katrina survivors.
Join the Live Oak Friends Meeting and Representatives Farar and Murphy for a discussion of the recent changes to Texas' gun laws. Topics will include the legislative intent behind the changes, impact on religious communities such as ours, and how to become more aware of the legislative agenda and increase our voice in the process.
The Rothko Chapel has scheduled a four-day symposium exploring economic inequality and ways communities can improve and sustain local economies. March 31-April 3
“Confronting Inequality: Alternative Economies, Resilient Communities” is slated to start with the keynote at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 31.
Terry Tempest Williams, author, conservationist and activist, will serve as keynote. She is known for speaking out on behalf of taking an ethical stance on life – and frequently discusses the social implications of environmental issues, which are social issues that ultimately become matters of justice.
Help take action against human trafficking. On the first Sunday of the month, Poison Girl donates the night's proceeds to a local non-profit organization. Visit Poison Girl Cocktail Lounge from 4 p.m. to close Sunday, April 3, 2016 for Drink Houston Better, with the proceeds benefiting Red Sand Project. Red Sand Project is an activist […]
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed and disconnected? These emotions, all too common for many, were part of the inspiration behind the Rothko Chapel’s upcoming educational series “Rejuvenate: Find Balance in the Bungalow.”
Led by experienced teachers, these structured courses represent different approaches to meditation, all aimed at centering and quieting the mind, public programs director Michelle Ashton explained.
“The Rejuvenate series is aimed at helping people find enrichment from awareness and mindfulness through meditation,” she said. “We hope the community joins us to learn a variety of ways to cultivate relaxation or deepen their concentration through contemplative practices.”
Outdoor Music, Peace and Justice Festival in a beautiful, shaded setting, with indoor space in case of bad weather. Music! Food! Hoola Hoops! Belly Dancers! Arts and Crafts! Hand Drumming! HPJC Information Tables. Children's Peace Club Activities!
Bring lawn chairs and picnic lunch! OR Food cooked by Food Not Bombs will be available on site for a donation.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and evening with peace and justice activists. HPJC member organizations are invited to share information and literature, while everyone gets to have a day of music and food and fun.
Join with hundreds of students, faculty, and community members as we discuss three powerful social movement campaigns taking place in Houston today:
UH and the Prison industrial Complex, led by Divest University of Houston
Immigrant Justice, led by United We DREAM
Economic Justice, led by Fight for $15 and Houston Justice for Janitors
All you can eat pasta buffet - three kinds of pasta - meat balls, marinara, alfredo & prima rosa sauce, iced tea & Starbucks Coffee - Caesar salad - garlic bread - 2 for $25 in advance, $15.00 at the door. Entertainment all evening plus a silent auction
The Dominican Sisters of Houston invite you for Evening Prayer and to walk Labyrinth. We will begin with prayer at 5:30 in the Villa Chapel.
Fe y Justicia will be having a vigil to honor all workers who have been injured or died on the job.
Under the direction of William Tackett, Emerson's Intergenerational Orchestra will delight you on this musical adventure.
Come as you are to this free concert to enjoy Dvorak's New World Symphony and some Mozart.
YOU are invited to visit & have a good time with other peace & justice activists. Bring information to share, if you wish, about your favorite upcoming event, or just come and relax!
Many vegan and vegetarian options are available on the menu. See the venue's web site for more details.
Join Transition Houston for our last spring permablitz!
Come together with like minded people to learn how to live more sustainably and help build community! Our projects for the recipient of this permablitz include:
* installing a basic water reclamation system
* building a compost bin
* adding a garden bed
* and more!
Join the diverse Houston Immigrant, Workers' Rights and Social Justice community as we take to the streets on Houston's southwest side and make our voices heard! We will meet up at the corner of Renwick and Bellaire at 12 pm, and march to Burnett Bayland Park (6000 Chimney Rock Rd) at 1pm where we will hold a community rally.
KPFT will be hosting Amy Goodman and Denis Moynihan, authors of a new book, “Democracy Now!: 20 years of Covering the Movements Changing America”, in a book signing event, at 1 pm on May 1.
There will also be a meet & greet before the main event, lasting from 12 noon to 12:50 pm. An additional donation is requested, and spaces are very limited, so if you’re interested please get your tickets now.
The Mennonite Church, 1231 Wirt Rd., will be the venue of the Peace Club gathering on May 1 from 4:30-6:30. Youth will be preparing soup for Food Not Bombs, painting and weaving. New books will be read and discussed. Joanna will be doing music, and Tracy will be leading craft activities. Dinner will be provided. […]
Donate to HPJC on May 3rd, 2016 during "Big Give Houston." #BigGiveHouston is a day of online giving where you can support some of your favorite non-profits in Houston that make our community better.
Please donate through our Big Give Houston page here: https://biggivehouston.org/npo/houston-peace-and-justice-center
Your tax-deductible donation supports Peace Camp, support for activism in Houston, conferences and workshops that promote peace and social justice, fiscal agency services for local organizations and more. Thank you for giving generously on Big Give Houston!
Transition Houston’s quarterly meeting will feature Peter Bryn of the Houston Climate Lobby and Yudith Nieto from T.E.J.A.S who attended the COP21 Climate Conference in Paris! They’ll be sharing their experiences and engaging us in how to have productive, respective dialogue on climate change, risks, and solutions.
Feeling directionless, disconnected and adrift is an experience all too common for many in today’s fast-paced world.
The Rothko Chapel is working to change that – offering its Modern Meditation series as an antidote.
“Twelve Moments: Experiencing Spiritual and Faith Traditions” is designed to help people learn spiritual practices to quiet, center, expand and renew their minds.
Where can you hear in-depth news, analysis, interviews, call-in shows, local and independent music in a wide variety of genres, live musicians, culture and art? On our favorite station - KPFT, 90.1 on your FM dial.
Pledge online at kpft.org, or call 713-526-5738 starting Thursday, to pledge support to your favorite program. It's quick, easy, but important.
Based on the Life of Catherine Benincasa, Sr. Nancy brings Catherine to life reflecting on the 800 years of the Dominican Order. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 6. The Friday night session is free. We will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 7. Scholarships are available.
Emerson Players proudly presents Neil Simon’s The Good Doctor--a Broadway hit first performed in 1973 that combines Simon’s comedic wit with Anton Chekhov’s satiric commentary on the human condition. The Players are having fun with this and know you will too!
CASH ONLY ---- Friday and Saturday 7:30. Sunday at 2. Babysitting by reservation on Friday and Saturday.
Emerson Players proudly presents Neil Simon’s The Good Doctor--a Broadway hit first performed in 1973 that combines Simon’s comedic wit with Anton Chekhov’s satiric commentary on the human condition. The Players are having fun with this and know you will too!
CASH ONLY ---- Friday and Saturday 7:30. Sunday at 2. Babysitting by reservation on Friday and Saturday.
Maxine Kaufman-Lacusta, a Quaker Jewish activist and writer from Burnaby, B.C., Canada will be in Houston to speak and do a presentation on nonviolence in Palestine. She will share information about nonviolent activism by Palestinians and Israelis, separately and together, in challenging the Israeli occupation of Palestinian land–as this is a much under-publicized aspect of the Palestinian struggle--as well as ways in which "Internationals" can support these efforts.
