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John Pilger’s The coming war on China

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

IT’S no secret that Beijing has been building up its military might in the South China Sea.

But there’s another superpower making an even bigger play to stay top dog and many of us wouldn’t event realize. The United States has surrounded China with 400 military bases in an almost perfect “noose”.

In a new documentary set to air on Sunday night, The Coming war on China, award-winning journalist and filmmaker John Pilger challenges the notion of the world’s newest, biggest trading nation as an enemy.  He also reveals the build-up to war taking place right on Beijing’s doorstep.

Race: Power of an Illusion

Houston Baha'i Center 2419 Fannin Street, Houston, United States

The Center for the Healing of Racism presents "Race: The Power of an Illusion," a powerful three-part documentary series that explores the phenomenon we call Race.  Each weekly session begins with the screening of one of the three episodes of the series, originally aired by PBS in 2003.  Each week’s screening will be followed by […]

Free

Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) Basic Workshop

TBD Houston, TX, United States

AVP is dedicated to reducing violence: on the streets, at work, in schools, in homes, and in relationships everywhere
AVP provides tools for creative, nonviolent resolution to conflicts used by peace workers such as Mohandas Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., Jesus of Nazareth, and many others
The Basic AVP Workshop is fun and empowers personal growth—an interactive, intensive,

2½-day experience that hones interpersonal conflict-resolution skills. Experiential exercises, small groups, and one-to-one interactions build community and trust around the themes of:

$75

Grounds for Amnesty

nook cafe 4701 calhoun rd ste 150, Houston, United States

An open mic and open house for those who want the opportunity to learn about human rights activities going on in Houston Texas. The event in mainly hosted by Amnesty Houstin. There is going to be free refreshment at Nooks Cafe. So come mingle

Two Houston Quakers Visit Israel / Palestine

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

Ever wonder how the $10 million we give to Israel every day is used? Can there ever be peace in Israel / Palestine? What should America's role be there?

Two Quakers have recently returned from an interfaith delegation to Palestine and Israel. They will share photos and stories from their experiences after staying with families, meeting with Israeli and Palestinian peace activists and non-governmental organizations and experiencing life on both sides of the separation barrier.

Free

6 Months @ Cornyn’s & Medicare Anniversary

Next Tuesday marks 1/2 year of rallying on the sidewalk and meeting with Cornyn's staffers, every Tuesday, rain or shine, hot or cold. Without these actions, and those of tens of thousands of other like us, we would no doubt be living in a very different world. Congressional republicans have admitted that our actions are […]

Solidarity with Anti-fascist Prisoners & J20 Defendants

Solidarity Houston 6733 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX, United States

Solidarity with Anti-fascist Prisoners & J20 (Inaugural Protest) Defendants Tuesday, July 25th, 7pm Solidarity Houston 6733 Harrisburg Blvd hosted by Houston Anarchist Black Cross https://www.facebook.com/events/1568923629818647/ Join us for short films, snacks, and discussion – and send cards to folks behind bars. July 25 is the annual International Day of Solidarity with Anti-Fascist Prisoners! July 20-27 […]

Free

Transition Meeting: Solar to the People! And Low Impact Design

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

Join Transition Houston at our upcoming meeting on Tuesday, August 1st as we present generating your own power from solar energy and discuss the value of low impact design.

Socializing starts at 6:30pm and the meeting begins at 7:00pm at the Haven’s Center, 1827 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77098. We hope to see you! Bring a friend!

Greater Houston Environmental Summit and Environmental Education Expo

United Way-Greater Houston 50 Waugh Dr., Houston, United States

In 2017, CEC will be hosting the Greater Houston Environmental Summit on Friday, August 4, 2017, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm at the Community Resource Center at the United Way of Greater Houston. In addition to excellent keynote presentations and panels, we will again offer small-format table talks. We will feature a panel in conjunction with EarthShare of Texas, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. We are partnering with a variety of environmental education collaboratives to offer an Environmental Education Expo for teachers and informal educators. If you are interested in exhibiting at the EE Expo, please contact [email protected]. We’re taking suggestions & proposals for the table talks, so if you have an issue you’d like to learn about or share with the environmental community, drop us a line at [email protected].

$50

Economic Justice Working Group monthly meeting

The Black Hole Coffee House 4504 Graustark, Houston, United States

Join us as we discuss ongoing projects or if you are just interested in learning more about the efforts of the Economic Justice Working Group. Please let the event organizer know if you intend to attend so we don’t start without you!

Socialist Reading Group

Cafe Express 1422 W Gray Street, Houston, United States

"Does the Working Class Need Its Own Political Party?" Most ideological discussion on the working class movement towards socialism pivots around the issue of a revolutionary party. Is a revolutionary party necessary or only a coalition electoral party? What does history tell us about this? Has socialism (working class in full power) ever been built […]

Free

Libra Project

Montrose Center 401 Branard Street, Houston, TX, United States

The Libra Project is a three-day leadership program designed for Houston college students to dig into big social issues that divide us, like race, privilege, class, culture, gender and migration. Through unique experiential workshops and peer dialogue, delegates will gain a more mature understanding of themselves, each other and their complex communities. They’ll be more prepared for on-campus activities, their future careers and community involvement. Register at www.libraproject.org

$20

ON THE FRINGE BOOK CLUB MEETING

ON THE FRINGE Book Club

On the Fringe was created as a response to the current political climate.

On the Fringe is a social gathering that happens every other month focused on discussing books and related content pertaining to social justice, humanitarian crises, and other issues that remain “on the fringe” of the concerns of mainstream society.

Our fourth meeting will focus on the topic of Immigration.

We will be discussing The Good Immigrant edited by Nikesh Shukla.

Please bring an appetizer or beverage to share! Also, feel free to share this information with those you think would have an interest in the topic.

RSVP for location by sending an email to [email protected]

**In collaboration with the Houston Peace and Justice Center (HPJC)

John Kiriakou- ex-CIA officer whistle-blower speaks at KPFT Event

Dominican Sisters Retreat Ctr. 6501 Almeda Rd., Houston, United States

Ex-CIA officer whistle-blower, John Kiriakou, who went to prison for exposing CIA torture, speaks truth to power.  If you wonder about the part that espionage plays in our foreign policy and diplomatic relations, be sure to bring questions.  John will autograph his book, "Doing Time Like a Spy."  Doors open at 6:30pm-- come early. Purchase tickets […]

$10 – $20

On The Beach (1959 Movie)

Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room 6501 Almeda Rd, Houston

On the Beach is a 1959 American post-apocalyptic science fiction drama film from United Artists, produced and directed by Stanley Kramer, that stars Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire and Anthony Perkins. This black-and-white film is based on Nevil Shute's 1957 novel of the same name depicting the aftermath of a nuclear war. Unlike the novel, no blame is placed on whoever started the war; it is hinted in the film that the threat of annihilation may have arisen from an accident or misjudgment.

Rescheduled Economic Justice Working Group monthly meeting

The Black Hole Coffee House 4504 Graustark, Houston, United States

Due to rain and scheduling conflicts on the 8th, the EJWG has decided to reschedule for the following week, 8/14 at the same place and time. Apologies for the inconvenience

Death Row Exonoree Anthony Graves

Anthony Graves spent more than 18 years on Texas death row for a crime he did not commit. During these nearly two decades, he never lost hope, sustained by his trust in the God of truth and justice.  Join us to hear Anthony speak about the triumph of faith and the realities of capital punishment. […]

Free

HPJC budget planning retreat

Annual Budget Planning Retreat - 10:00 to 3:00 pm (lunch included)

351 Lakeside Ln #3310
Clear Lake - Houston TX (home of Joe & Laura Marcinkowski - on the bay)

All HPJC members highly encouraged to attend. Annual budget will be established for new fiscal year. Special attention given to grants & sponsorships as well as fundraising.

Reservations needed for food planning. - contact Gail Rickey at [email protected]

Event Series Don Green Nature Park Workday

Don Green Nature Park Workday

Don Greene Nature Park 6009 Cypress St, Houston, United States

The Don Greene Nature Park is a one acre new Harris County neighborhood pocket park left to the county and dedicated in honor of Don Greene's memory.

Every third Saturday mark your calendars and join us for a work day that will include planting trees and starting a pocket prairie. We start at 9am and coffee will be provided. Bring a light breakfast snack to share. Bring a wheelbarrow, if you have one, garden gloves and shovel!