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Jan 2 (1^st Sunday) 8am-4:30pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial (weather permitting)
New pickup location for the morning. We are no longer using the storage unit on Talbert Ave. See below for the new location. We will start using a trailer for storage this month so this will make it better for all. With all this cold weather and rain our first AW for 2011 is a little shaky. We are stay planning on having it this Sunday. If it is raining on Sunday we will canx for the month. The Occupation of Iraq continues with more troops headed to Afghanistan. We need to remind the public of the continuing conflicts and sacrifices, as well as being there for service members and families in need of help. Weather forecast: The present forecast is for 40% chance of rain around 62F. Volunteers are needed and guests are always very much welcome. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help and transport in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. We meet up at 18182 S 3rd Street (South of Talbert, East of Magnolia) in Fountain Valley. It's a a blue-gray w/ white trim 2story frame house with a palm tree in front and a 3-car garage at 7AM. We can use some additional transport help and lots of helping hands. We get to the beach around/after 7:30 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 40 minutes or over two hours. Take down goes much quicker than setup (at least for the beach portion). We are back to our regular schedule for breakdown, so should start breakdown about 5PM and hopefully have everything back in storage by 6:30. Evening transport help going back to storage is also an area of need. If you would like to help please contact Jeff Merrick @ jeff.mfso@earthlink.net or call 562-522-4241

Jan 2 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Our guest speaker will be Barbara English, co-founder of Living Ubuntu, a non-profit organization with a focus on raising awareness of issues related to trauma and aiding in recovery, such as survivors of war and domestic violence. She is also a licensed psychotherapist and long-term in private practice. To learn ore about her organization, click here: livingubuntu.org If you can share a ride or need a ride to our meeting, please contact Bea Tiritilli: tiritilligreen@sbcglobal.net. Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District: 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Jan 3 Monday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: Did you know that $40,000 of donations from developer John Martin was funneled thru the OC GOP in the November 2010 elections to support candidates running for Orange City Council and Orange Unified? John Martin wants to (develop the Sully Miller property now leased by RJ Noble on Chapman) in east Orange and convert the Ridgeline golf course into homes. Learn about how the money is flowing to help developers remake Orange. The club will also elect new officers at this meeting. The Central Orange Democratic Club will meet on Monday, January 3, 2011, at Marie Callendars, 1821 N Grand, Santa Ana (Grand north of 17th.) Come at 6:30 pm for dinner and program starts at 7 pm.

Jan 4 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660
We will discuss: # Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. # Conference call with our Sudanese friends from San Diego on Jan 12th. # Veggie Grill fundraiser on Sunday, Jan 30th. # Screening of On Our Watch in February. # The United States and the International Criminal Court (ICC). Hope to see you on Tuesday! May we find peace in the New Year.

Jan 5 (1^st Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: CODEPINK Vigil at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange.
We are sadly announcing that we will be reducing our peace vigils to just once per a month. We recognize that after 7 years at the Circle, our members are getting weary. Our troops have now been in Afghanistan for over 9 years and in Iraq for 7½ years! So we will not abandon our work to bring them ALL home. But beginning Wednesday Jan. 5, 2011 our peace vigils will be held only on the first Wednesday of each month. Please make an effort to come join us at the Circle once a month for peace. Thank you for all your support and involvement with Code Pink OC over the past 7 years! And please come join us Wednesday In peace, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

Jan 5 Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Costa Mesa: DFA-OC Planning Meeting Our first regular monthly meeting of 2011 will be February 2, 6:30 pm at Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 S. Coast Drive, Costa Mesa.
Wednesday, January 5, we will have a planning meeting instead of a regular meeting. Steering committee and interested members will plan for the rest of 2011. If you want to become more involved, this is the meeting for you! Contact Susan Kopicki on Facebook or at sckopicki@gmail.com

Jan 6 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace And Justice Coalition Movie night: "What in the World are they Spraying?" Meet the Flimmaker: Michael Murphy
St. Matthias Episcopal Church 7056 Washington Ave., Whittier, CA 90602 N/E corner of Wardman St. and Washington Ave. whittierpeace.org/index.htm#MovieNight

Jan 8 Saturday 11am, Irvine: MoveOn social meeting over coffee at Lee's Sandwiches at 4127 Campus Dr, Irvine, CA 92612. Bring your ideas for the council's work during 2011. We also welcome discussion of any social or political issue currently in the news! New members encouraged to be there.

Jan 8 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Newport Beach: Pre-Election Brunch with Melisa Fox before the 70th Assembly District delegate election Join me in supporting my husband, Michael Fox, for the position of 70th AD Delegate to the California Democratic Party.
Big Canyon Villas Clubhouse 500 Bay Hill Drive, Newport Beach 92660 Please RSVP to melissa@melissafoxlaw.com or 949-683-8855.

Jan 8 Saturday; 9am San Clemente/10am Cerritos,Fountain Valley,Huntington Beach,Rancho Santa Margarita/12:30pm Irvine/...: California Democratic Party Assembly District Election Meetings 12 people from each Assembly District will be elected to represent their district for both the 2011 and 2012 State Conventions. cadem.org/resources/assembly_district_meetings Progressive slate: progressiveslate.org
AD 56 10:00am Coco's Restaurant 11510 South St., Cerritos, CA 90703 Convener: Joseph Legaspi (562) 714-3733 joseph.legaspi15@gmail.com
AD 67 10am Beach Clubhouse 9752 Seacliff Lane, Huntington Beach, CA Mid way between Golden West & Yorktown (N) and Golden West & Orange Convener: Rosalind Freeman (714) 262-2314 rfreewoman@isp.com
AD 68 10:00am Green Valley Adult Clubhouse 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Cross-streets: Euclid/Slater, near Masuda Middle School Convener: Gus Ayer (714) 209-8365 gusayer@gmail.com
AD 69 11:00am Orange County Employees, 830 North Roth St., Santa Ana, CA 92701 Convener: Carina Franck Pantone (714) 675-3653 carina.franck@earthlink.net
AD 70 12:30pm University Hills Community Center 1083 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92617 Steve Young (949) 640-4400 bestlawyer@aol.com
AD 71 10am Friends Sports Grill 31911 Dove Canyon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Cross-streets: Plano & Trabuco Convener: Joseph Kerr (714) 746-9045 joekerr@cox.net
AD 73 Time: 9:00am San Clemente Community Center, Fireside Room 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, CA 92672 Convener: Denise Penn (949) 498-8771 denisepenn@aol.com

Jan 9 Sunday 9AM, Costa Mesa: meet at Fairview Regional Park, Costa Mesa. Walk with Democratic Club of West Orange County members and others. We'll meet at the parking lot in front of restrooms. Walk four miles to reach Talbert Regional Park, one of our regional park gems. We'll also discuss the work the Banning Ranch Conservancy is doing to save the 400-acre regional park for public use. If heavy rain, we'll go out for coffee! Drizzle will not cancel walk. Regular walking shoes are fine. Bring some water, and a snack. One small hill, but mostly flat terrain. An RSVP would be helpful (stephaniepa@socal.rr.com).

Jan 9 Sunday 11AM, Anaheim: Love Comes to Arizona: a Journey in Civil Disobedience Against SB 1070 Dawn Usher, a UUCA member, will discuss her experience in Arizona where she committed civil disobedience to protest SB 1070.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim 511 South harbor blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (714)758-1050 Web site: uuchurchoc.org

Jan 9 Sunday 6pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema presents: The U.S. vs. John Lennon How far did the U.S. government go in their attempts to neutralize the political activism of John Lennon and his outspoken wife, Yoko Ono? Best known for his music, John Lennon's peace and social justice activism was so powerful that he was targeted for deportation by the F.B.I. When that didn't work, he was the target of a "lone madman's" bullet. See the movie that exposes the campaign against John and Yoko, and his connections with Jerry Rubin, the Black Panther Party, and many other radical activists working to change the world. "War Is Over, If You Want It"
The Village Grind Coffeehouse (1st and Linden, next door to Utopia Restaurant) All donations collected will go to the campaign to free political prisoner, Private Bradley Manning, currently being detained in solitary confinement in Quantico, Virginia. Radical Cinema: With Peace, There Is Justice

Jan 10 Monday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Chalk is still FREE SPEECH! UCI Flagpoles
Last quarter, police detained 9 students for chalking political messages on campus and immediately washed it away. While the issue of chalking seems silly, it is representative of a larger free speech problem on campus. Last year, police were used to remove posters advertising rallies, and Reservations has routinely denied events sponsored by activist groups, while communicating closely with the Office of Student Conduct about reservation attempts. And just a few days after Officer Jared Kemper drew his gun on nonviolent protesters at the Regents meeting at UCSF, he was on UCI -- with his gun -- to harass students chalking.
To protest this ridiculous repression of protest, we will be chalking on Ring Road, starting at 11am at the Flagpoles, until we run out of chalk or are shut down by the police. There is NO UCI POLICY that prohibits chalking, and courts have repeatedly held that chalking is not considered vandalism, and is not outlawed by CA law, so we're going to keep chalking on campus until an appropriate policy is enacted.
In light of the recent case of domestic violence, we additionally demand that the police stop using all of their resources to suppress political speech and action, and start doing their jobs: stopping domestic violence, assault, and rape on campus. Come join us! Chalk will be provided!

Jan 10 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Club canyondemocrats.org
Norman Murray Community & Senior Center, La Paz & Veteran Way, Mission Viejo
We will hold elections for new Board members to the Canyon Democrats Club. Nominations for candidates will be taken from the floor. Not only do we need you to be there to vote, but hope you will become an activate participant by running for one of the many positions that are open
Guest speakers will be Lori Vandermeir - Campaign Coordinator for the Beth Krom campaign, Fran Sdao from Children First, Beth Kennedy, and Gary Kephart - both lost in their congressional bid this past election, but be sharing their experience of what it was like to run.
Please make a note to our monthly meeting scheduling changes: January 10th and February 14th - General meeting is the 2nd Monday of the month (due to federal holidays) March - November - General meetings will revert back to the 3rd Monday of the month

Jan 10 Monday 7pm, Orange: Democratic Party of Orange County Election of Officers at the Carpenters Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Avenue, Orange.
Pursuant to the Party's by-laws, nomination and election officers of the Party shall take place at the biennial organizational meeting on the second Monday in January following the direct primary election in even numbered years
The officers of the Party consist of: Chair, Vice Chairs (North, South, Central, West Orange County, Secretary and Treasurer. Candidates must be elected members, appointed members, ex-officio members or alternates. Officers are elected by a vote of the majority of those who have been elected, appointed, deemed ex-officio or alternates for 2011. For further information, please contact: 714 835-5158.

Jan 11 Tuesday 7pm, Pasadena: IMMIGRATION IN THE SPOTLIGHT, FREE & Open to ALL, ACLU Pasadena/Foothills Chapter Event, Hector Villagra, incoming Executive Director of Southern California ACLU, Immigration Reform: What & When? Birthright citizenship under attack. Will the DREAM act become reality? Neighborhood Church, 301 North Orange Grove, pasadena 91103. 2 blocks north of 134 freeway. Plenty of FREE parking. All Welcome and refreshments served.

Jan 11 (2^nd Tuesday) 7-9pm, Anaheim: Poverty Task Force Meeting @ UU Church in Anaheim 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
The Poverty Task Force is an interfaith coalition in Anaheim working on issues of homelessness and poverty. Learn more on our website at www.anaheimptf.org.

Jan 12 Wednesday 6pm, Irvine: MoveOn's Irvine and More council is holding its first organizing meeting of the year. We will discuss our goals, proposed events, and activities for the coming year, including the results of the national survey of members.
Kate's House, 6 Gold Bluff Irvine, CA 92604 moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=111835

Jan 12 Wednesday 7pm, San Juan Capistrano: socdc.org South Orange County Democratic Club: "Desalinization, Rumor and Truth" This month's meeting features Karl Seckel, Assistant Manager, District Engineer for the Municipal Water District of Orange County. Much has been debated regarding this critical water resource issue. Mr. Seckel will give us the real story and you will be able to ask questions to get a better understanding of the plant in Dana Point and what this means to all of us.
Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverages tax and tip. Dinner served 6-7pm Members $17 Dinner, Non Members $20 Meeting only at 7pm Members $3, non members $5
RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only Reservations due by Monday January 10, Please! Contact: wilsonsc@cox.net Or Call 949-493-6943
Meeting location: San Juan Capistrano Community Center 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675

Jan 12 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: Building Connections... Between Elections CLUBHOUSE 3, DINING ROOM 2, 7:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:30 for SPECIAL REFRESHMENTS
With appreciation to all those who volunteered in 2010 for GOTV, Voter Registration, and Poll Watching/Worker activities, the first meeting of the New Year is dedicated to you. Please come for:
Guest Speaker Henry Vandermeir, President of the CDC "Club Outreach - Keep In Touch With Village Democrats" Open Mike - What's On Your Mind? Plus...Installation of your 2011 Board of Directors
For more information, call Anita Hammerschlag at 458-1973 Please bring nonperishable food items for South County Outreach. lw-dems.org

Jan 13 Thursday Noon-1:30pm, Irvine: Center on Law, Equality, and Race presents Kenji Yoshino UCI Law, Room EDU 1111
Covering: The Hidden Assault On Our Civil Rights Some Reflections Five Years Out

Jan 13 Thursday 7pm, Newport Beach: Free Screening of Fuel at the Muth Interpretive Center Join us for a free movie screening event hosted by the Newport Bay Naturalists and Friends at the Muth Interpretive Center on the Newport Bay.
"FUEL is a comprehensive and entertaining look at energy in America: a history of where we have been, our present predicament and a solution to our dependence on foreign oil."
Schedule: 6:30 Coffee and snacks 7:00 Movie starts
Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA 92660

Jan 13 Thursday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats Bistro 400 400 W. 4th Street Santa Ana, CA
We will be unveiling a new speakers series highlighting young progressive professionals in Orange County. Our first speaker will be Katherine Reedy, who is the new Communications Director of the Orange County Business Council. The 2011-2012 Executive Board Elections will also be announced along with updates on the State Convention and the CYD Member Chartering process. Its important that all OCYD members be aware of these up coming events.

Jan 14 Friday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives 6:30 p.m. Bring a dish to share 7:15 p.m. Presentation: "Homeless: Motel Kids of Orange County" Q&A with Alesandra from OCCORD. Admission is free, Suggested donation: $5. Sponsored by UUs for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME). Location: UU Church in Anaheim 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (Corner of Santa Ana St. ) For info, call Ruth Shapin at (714) 567-0188

Jan 15 Saturday 9am-1pm, Irvine: 2^nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Interfaith Conference: "LIVING THE DREAM ~ BUILDING THE BELOVED COMMUNITY" at Christ Our Redeemer Church, 46 Maxwell, Irvine CA 92618
Keynote Speaker: Mark Robert Waldman, author of HOW GOD CHANGES YOUR BRAIN, is an expert on the creative process and one of the world's leading authorities on spirituality and the brain.
Workshops to Include: * Building a Beloved Community Must Come from the Heart * Martin Luther King and the Spirit of India * Holistic Evolving Views of Peace and Nonviolence * Compassionate Listening * Make A Difference 101 Plus five other workshops to be announced soon.
This is a Free Community Event Space Is Limited, please RSVP @ 949-955-0014 or mlk.interfaithevent@gmail.com Sponsored By: Christ Our Redeemer Church, University of La Verne, Southern California Committee for a Parliament of the World's Religions

Jan 15 Saturday 10:30am-5:30pm, Long Beach: Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace & Unity Parade Celebration The parade will begin on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue at the Anaheim Street intersection. It will be followed by a multi-cultural celebration at King Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. There will be music, dance performances, and a children's play area. There also will be food vending booths and nonprofit community service information.
You are invited to join Military Families Speak Out as they march in this year's Parade. Once again we will be bringing Oscar in the back of a truck. If you like, please come early to help decorate the truck with signs about peace. This is a great parade to be in because they have free parking, shuttle service and a chance to remind the community of Dr. King's commitment to peace, and non-violence. Come and show Long Beach how Military Families support Dr. King's message by calling for all the troops to come home now. All military families, veterans and supporters are welcome to come and march.
Free parking and shuttle at the Long Beach City College PCC campus, 1305 East Pacific Coast Highway at Orange Avenue. The shuttle will drop you off at the beginning of the parade. Look for our signs or ask at the check in table (MLK Ave and 7th Street) for our number (location). We would like for you to plan on getting to the lineup by 9:15AM to help set up the truck with signs.

Jan 15 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Americans United for Separation of Church & State, Orange County Chapter Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue, Irvine.
Join us on January 15 for Edward Tabash, National Legal Chair of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. Mr. Tabash's topic is: "The Religious Right, Stronger Than Ever." This presentation will focus on the resurgent power of the religious right and the looming threat of theocracy. Among the examples that will be given to demonstrate this dangerous march toward religious tyranny will be the assault on gay rights, along with other instances of the attempt to undo the modern secular state.
Eddie Tabash is a constitutional lawyer in the Los Angeles area. He is chair of the National Legal Committee of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. He has authored numerous briefs in both the United States and California Supreme Courts, arguing for government to observe strict neutrality in matters of religion. He takes the view that the Founders intentionally created a government in which believers and non believers are to be equal before the law.
Please join us for this important discussion and your opportunity to meet and talk with someone at the heart of the national debate on church/state separation. Reservations are not required and coffee and snacks will be served For more information: au-oc.org or call 714-299-4551.

Jan 15 Saturday 6-8:30pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy, Behind the Orange Curtain Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
We will commemorate the Citizens United corporate-giveaway of our 1st and 14th amendment rights by the Supreme Court, with a teach-in and documentary. Charlie Wilson's War is a revealing look at how we got here. Free parking in lot; Come on in to the meeting. Sponsor: Reclaim Democracy (a partner of the Move to Amend) Contact: Wayne Taylor, wayneetaylor@yahoo.com

Jan 16 Sunday 12noon-3pm, Lake Forest: Orange County Brady Campaign Chapter-sponsored Protest "Open Carry" event in front of the Corner Bakery, 23702 El Toro Road, Lake Forest 92630 - Orchard Shopping Center, just off the 5 Freeway at the El Toro offramp. Please stop by to spend some time in protest, especially close to 12 noon when the press is most likely to attend. More details may be available at OC Register web page. Signs and educational materials will be provided by the chapter. The Open Carry is a national and statewide effort to make the open carry of weapons an ordinary occurrence. The Brady Campaign considers public display of semi-automatic handgun weaponry puts restaurant employees and customers at risk. Please email orangecountybradychapter@gmail.com if you plan to attend. Contact 949/206-9676 or visit http://www.bradycampaign.org/

Jan 16 Sunday 1-4pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn's North Orange County council is holding its first organizing meeting of the year
Home of John Goodman & Pauli Merry, 9472 Central Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
We will discuss our goals, proposed events, and activities for the coming year, including the results of the national survey of members. Among the first events will be a district meeting with our local congressional representatives. As part of the meeting, we will hold a training session to learn how such a district meeting would be conducted. Please bring your ideas for the council, and a food item to share [either an entree (preferred), side dish such as salad or veggie, or dessert].
Please RSVP at pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/111892 If questions, contact Craig Preston 714-473-2798 or Doug Dyer 714-639-6153.

Jan 16 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County: "New Age Philosophy?" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618
Our speaker will be Marcus DePew; his topic will be "New Age Philosophy." Marcus is one of the younger members of the HAOC and has been a member for two years. We invite you to attend and hear an interesting perspective on the 'New Age' phenomenon or a related topic. As usual our program allows for a Q&A period following the presentation. meetup.com/OCHumanists/calendar/15633039

Jan 16 Sunday 4:30pm, Costa Mesa: Reasons to Kill: America's Civil Religion and the Culture of War Prof. Richard E. Rubenstein, author of "When Jesus Became God" and an expert on religion and violence and author of the newly published "Reasons to Kill: Why Americans Choose War", has good news and bad news to report. The good news is that most Americans will not agree to send their loved ones off to war unless they are convinced that mass violence is morally justified. The bad news is that America's "civil religion" justifies war for a large number of reasons, and that this body of beliefs is now used to sanctify an expanding range of imperial adventures. Examining crucial historical lessons, Rubenstein suggests new ways of thinking about violence, conflict resolution, and the permanent warfare state. Costa Mesa Community Center at 1845 Park Avenue, Costa Mesa Hosted by the CFI Community of Orange County. Admission Friends of the Center: Free Public: $8 Students: $4

Jan 16 Sunday 4-7pm, Irvine: COR's 11th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Scholarship Concert 46 Maxwell, Irvine CA 92618
Come join the COR family in our annual MLK Scholarship Concert featuring Grammy Award singer Beverly Crawford. Admission is free.

Jan 17-20 Monday 9am-Thursday 10pm, Irvine: 28^th Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium: "Uniting Our Voices for Change" www.ccc.uci.edu/mlk
JAN 17 / MONDAY 9:00AM-11:30AM AND 10:30AM-1:30PM UNITING FOR... A DAY OF SERVICE COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP: ORANGE COUNTY FOOD BANK To participate in this service project or for more opportunities on the MLKJ holiday, please contact the Center for Service in Action: www.volunteer.uci.edu or (949) 824-7971.
JAN 19 / WEDNESDAY 11:45AM-1:00PM UNITING TO... MARCH AND RALLY at FLAGPOLES
JAN 19 / WEDNESDAY 7:00PM-9:00PM UNITING FOR... THE DREAM THE DR. JOSEPH L. WHITE KEYNOTE LECTURE FEATURING REVEREND IRENE MONROE CRYSTAL COVE AUDITORIUM, UCI STUDENT CENTER
JAN 20 / THURSDAY 7:00PM-10:00PM UNITING TO... CELEBRATE DR. WHITE CONFERENCE ROOM, CROSS-CULTURAL CENTER

Jan 18 Tuesday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Community Dialogue Meeting The Center Orange County, 1605 N. Spurgeon Street
Orange County Residents let your VOICE be HEARD! Community Dialogue meetings are designed to be safe places for members of the LGBTQ community to discuss what they have in their communities that contribute to LGBTQ mental wellness-and what is still needed. The information gained from these dialogues is the beginning of the research the LGBTQ Reducing Disparities Project is conducting for a statewide report to be given to the CA Department of Mental Health. Since this project is focused on Prevention and Early Intervention, we aren't just looking at mental health services, but also other activities and programs to promote mental wellness.
For more information on the California Reducing Disparties Project visit the CA Department of Mental Health's website at www.dmh.ca.gov/peistatewideprojects/reducingdisparities.asp. For more information on the LGBTQ Reducing Disparities Project contact Poshi Mikalson, MSW at lgbtqmentalhealth.att.net
This event is sponsored by the American Institute of Bisexuality, The Center Orange County & the Transgender Law Center!See More Wall

Jan 18 Tuesday 7pm, Lake Forest: "In God We Trust" Comes to Lake Forest AU-OC Urges Residents of Lake Forest to Attend the City Council Meeting and Speak Their Opposition
Item 18 on the Lake Forest City Council Agenda is titled: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS "IN GOD WE TRUST" DISPLAY. Lake Forest is just the latest of cities who have taken up the issue of prominently mounting the words "In God We Trust" in their chambers.
It is part of a coordinated campaign by evangelical right wing Christian activists led by Bakersfield City Council Member Jacquie Sullivan and her In God We Trust America Corporation. They have sent promotion packets to right wing members of city councils across the state encouraging them to erect large displays in their city council or school board chambers.
We need our members to show up on Tuesday January 18th to criticize this measure, not just as a violation of the Establishment Clause, but because it divides the community. It treats Christianity as the dominant political voice, and detracts from the principles of equal access to our government.
Lake Forest City Council Meeting, 25550 Commercentre Dr, Lake Forest, California 92630 (1 block East of Bake Pkwy) If you know of this issue coming to your community, please contact AU-OC. When we have been able to organize in advance, these motions have not passed.

Jan 18 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: "Little Town of Bethlehem" P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
We will view a new documentary, made in Israel, entitled "Little Town of Bethlehem." It tells the story of three men from different sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict who have chosen to struggle non-violently for peace. Discussion will follow. We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011.

Jan 19 Wednesday 11:45am-1:25pm, Newport Beach: Interfaith Council luncheon "Every Person Deserves a Roof (EDAR)" With Father Bill Barman Santiago De Compostela Church
An EDAR is a four-wheeled unit, based on a cart design that provides security for belongings, privacy and protection from the elements. During the day, the EDAR is a compact portable unit with sturdy wheels and waterproof protection. The steering is maneuverable and there is a brake and locking mechanism which ensures the unit will not move on its own. Visit www.EDAR.org Father Bill will demonstrate the EDAR and talk about his work with the poor of Orange County. (11:45 Reception, 12 noon Luncheon, 12:30-1:25 PM Program)
at Our Lady Queen of Angel 2046 Mar Vista Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 Across the street from Corona del Mar High School
$10 per person with reservation $15 without reservation Reservations required by Monday, January 17, 2011 You don't have to be a member of the Council to attend! RSVP to nmiinterfaith@aol.com

Jan 19 (3^rd Wednesday) noon-1pm, Brea/Garden Grove/Huntington Beach/Mission Viejo/Newport Beach/Orange: PDA "brownbag" lunch vigils January 2011 starts off with definitive action on the street and in the offices of our members of Congress. Tell your representative and senators: # "Hands off Social Security" # "Bring the troops home in 2011" # "Move money from the Pentagon to our communities" Join your fellow progressives at the Brown Bag Lunch Vigil near you. Go to the BBLV page for details on this month's Brown Bag Lunch Vigil. If you have questions or need more info, email your BBLV organizer Bill Honigman.
CA-40 Cong. Ed Royce 1110 E. Chapman Ave Suite 207 Orange, CA 92866
CA-42 Cong. Gary Miller 1800 E. Lambert Road Suite 150 Brea, CA 92821
CA-42 Cong. Gary Miller 200 Civic Center Mission Viejo, CA 92691
CA-46 Cong. Dana Rohrabacher 101 Main St., HB
CA-47 Cong. Loretta Sanchez 12397 Lewis St, Suite 101 Garden Grove, CA 92840
CA-48 Cong. John Campbell We will meet on the steps at the corner of Newport Center Dr and Santa Rosa Dr, near the entrance to District office building www.thedatabank.com/dpg/309/personalopt1.asp?formid=meet

Jan 19 Wednesday 6-7 pm, Garden Grove: LULAC Young Adult Council #3168 Meeting Benny's House 11591 Candy Lane Garden Grove, CA
Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year! Now back to business! Our first meeting of the year will be held this week at Benny's house! Please come on time so we can get started asap! Hope to see you there!

Jan 19 Wednesday 6-9 pm, Santa Ana: Drinks with Progressives Bistro 400, 400 West 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
We are a small but growing progressive community, come out and have a drink with us. Contact: davidgtrujillo@gmail.com

Jan 19 Wednesday 6:30-8 pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All - Orange County 3rd Wednesday monthly meeting at Tapestry UU Congregation 23436 Madero Drive #140 in Mission Viejo

Jan 21 Friday 2pm, Seal Beach: Senior Patriots Against the War: "Stop Loss" A drama about one of our soldiers enduring multi-deployments to the war in Iraq.
Leisure World Clubhouse 4 ADMISSION IS FREE. Sponsored by Senior Patriots Against the War. For info call 562-430-7509. For those living outside of Leisure World, please call 562-430-7509 one day in advance and leave your name in order to be admitted at the gate.

Jan 22 5-9am Fullerton -> 3pm Santa Ana: Orange County Peace and Dignity Run with Sunrise Ceremony guided by Mayan Elder Josefina Gallardo. 5am at Lemon Park, 701 Lemon St., Fullerton CA 92832.
Run will begin at 9 am with the purpose of promoting higher levels of consciousness in communities, mental healing, inner peace, harmony, peace, justice, respect and dignity.
Run will end at Walker Elementary Parking Lot, 811 E. Bishop St., Santa Ana. Closing ceremony with Native Mexika Aztek Dance Circle Kalpullii Ahahuak Thuakan. Contact Chua 714/206-0826; Gigi 714/586-3046; Huitzil 714/603-8709. peaceanddignityjourneys.com.

Jan 22 9am-1pm, Santa Ana: Electronic Waste Drive Bring all your outdated, unwanted and unused electronics-Basically anything with a plug! Drive in and drop off at Foothill High School 19251 Dodge Ave, Santa Ana. You don't even have to get out of the car because we will unload it for you! Visit earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Jan 22 9am-8pm, Laguna Woods Village: Medical Cannabis Conference Laguna Woods Clubhouse 3, 23822 Avenida Sevilla, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Apothecary Genetics and Orange County NORML are holding a one day Medical Cannabis Conference for Medical Professionals, Senior Citizens and the Community on the science of Medicinal Cannabis and everyday applications. This informational event will be held at a beautiful nearly 1,000 seat Auditorium in Orange County and our featured speakers will be William Courtney, M.D. and Donald Abrams, M.D. cbdconference.com

Jan 22 Saturday 6:30pm, Orange: Annual Roe v Wade rally We gather at the circle with banners, signs and lots of pro-choice spirit! Bring your friends, family and colleagues to help support 38 years of choice! After the march, we head over for dessert and conversation at a local restaurant. Hope to see you there! for more information, contact Colline Mathews at comatt4@gmail.com

Jan 23 Sunday 11:30am-2pm, Santa Ana: Annual UNA-OC champagne brunch the Hacienda Restaurant, 1725 College Avenue, Santa Ana 92706
this year's speaker is Dr. Tim Canova, Chapman University Professor of Law "Lawless finance, failing states, and the unfinished agenda of the United Nations" ...plus, our silent auction* is always fun! make your reservations now, by sending a check for $30/person to: UNA-USA/OC, PO Box 16067, Irvine, CA 92623 Call (714) 538-5689; e-mail: info@una-oc.org; or go to una-oc.org

Jan 23 Sunday 2-4pm, Irvine: Newport Beach Bay Area Democrats Club will meet to discuss major political trends in U.S. and State politics and the nomination and selection of officers for the Club. We meet at the Duck Club which is in the Wild Life Refuge at 5 Riparian View Irvine, CA 92612. Please bring pot luck refreshments, something simple for 4 persons. Please let Paul Gilbert know if you questions, are coming, and what pot luck dish you are bringing at poorpaul@hotmail.com or at 949-552-4495.

Jan 23 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine What: Our election and organizational meeting When: Sunday, January 23, 4:30 pm Where: Sharon Toji's house at 3 Brisbane Way, Irvine Why: We need to continue our success as an organization and plan for the big 2012 election year. We need everyone to participate in any way they can!

Jan 23 Sunday 2:30pm, Garden Grove: WomenFor:OC Annual Membership Gathering Featuring the play "We Did It For You" There was a time when women had no rights. This is a story of how it changed, told by the women who were there.
St.Anselm of Canterbury Episcopal Church 13091 Galway St. Garden Grove, 92844
Suggested donation for this event is $10. Free and open to the public. Men are cordially invited. For recorded information, call 714-590-7804. womenfororangecounty.org and womenforoc@aol.com

Jan 24 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
Nominations for DPOC Central Committee to be voted on During the same meeting the DPOC will elect: delegates to the Democratic State Central Committee and the Democratic State E-Board; one representative from each Assembly district to sit on the DPOC E-Board. For more information, please call the DPOC office at 714-835-5158.

Jan 25 Tuesday 11:30am, Irvine: Women In Leadership luncheon 11:30 AM (Reception) 12:00 PM (Lunch) UCI University Club (on the UCI campus) 801 Peltason, Irvine $30 (WIL Members) $40 (Non-Members) Parking is Free. To make a reservation for this event, click here. If you prefer to pay off-line, you can reserve your ticket by emailing rsvp@womeninleadership.com and sending your check (made out to WIL) to LaDonna Kienitz at 2180 Vista Entrada, Newport Beach 92660. For questions, contact LaDonna at 949-759-0314.

Jan 25 Tuesday 4pm, Long Beach: National Day Of Action To STOP FBI Repression Long Beach Action: Long Beach Superior Courthouse 415 W. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90802, 4 P.M.
Meet in front of the courthouse at 4 p.m. We will meet there and march to the World Trade Center, also on Ocean Blvd. It is a short walk, about 5 minutes. The World Trade Center houses a field office for the FBI in Long Beach. We will have phone numbers to call and encourage people to place calls in front of the WTC. Thank you! This is a serious time, and your paricipation is vital. Leonard Baric Long Beach Area Peace Network

Jan 25 Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm, Irvine: State of the Union Watch Party Come join us to watch President Obama's State of the Union Address. Swing by early to order some food and get to know other OFA volunteers in the area and learn about our other activities. Gina's Pizza Pastaria 4533 Campus Dr Irvine, CA 92612 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/stateoftheunionwatchparty/gp35wy If you can't make that watch party, see if there's another one that's more convenient.

Jan 25 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America Marie Callenders. 1821 N. Grand, Santa Ana, CA 92705
We will be showing a new documentary on Chemtrails. It is expected to be a very powerful movie.

Jan 25 Tuesday 7pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate. web site: ocpeace.org

Jan 26 Wednesday 1:30-7pm, Mission Viejo: Social Action Summit In "The Bowl" (by the main bus stop) and SSC 212 Saddleback College 28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, 92692
Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Don't miss this life-changing opportunity. Join us as we explore strategies to make positive change in our communities: 1pm-4pm in SSC 212 and in "The Bowl" by the main bus stop Completely free! ~ Introduction to Community Action & Volunteer Fair - seek out volunteer opportunities and talk with dozens of non-profits and charitable organizations ~ Live reggae concert featuring Jah Mex (http://jahmex.com/fr_home.cfm) ~ Team Rubicon (http://teamrubiconusa.org/) 4pm-7pm in SSC 212 ~ Free dinner and refreshments ~ Creative Expression Workshop and spoken word poetry performance by Project VOICE (http://www.project-voice.net/) ~ Laughter Yoga Session by Jeffrey Briar ~ The Power of Words campaign and some pretty rad t-shirts http://saddleback.edu/asg/SAS.html You can make a difference Sponsored by the ASG Inter-Club Council, Diversity Student Council, and the Saddleback College Poetry Club

Jan 26 Wednesday 2:30-5:30pm, Long Beach: Candidates Forum hosted by the League of Women Voters Long Beach State University 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd.

Jan 26 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West OC Green Valley Adult Recreation Clubhouse, 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley
Join us on January 26 for some social time before the meeting while listening to Blue Water Harmony Music on CD. We'll follow with our meeting with a round table discussion. The President will first tell what her commitments are to the club, including a program already started to get out to our neighbors to encourage them to become involved in Democratic issues and voting. As always, this is a VOLUNTEER organization, we never should expect you to do what you don't want to do, so never feel pressured.
We'll next show what the board is doing and Pat Goodman will give a brief discussion on ideas for helping others get elected on their next campaigns based on her work in Huntington Beach this year. We'll also be joined by Nick Anas, President of the Orange County Young Democrats. He will share their plans for the year and how our club can work with them. dcwoc.org

Jan 27 Thursday 7pm, Costa Mesa: PDA Orange County Chapter GENERAL MEETING Law Offices of Steve Young 600 Anton Blvd, Ste 650 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Contact: Dr Bill Honigman DrBill@pdamerica.org

Jan 27 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92604 Free. Refreshements will be served.

Jan 29 Saturday 7am, Huntington Beach: Coffee and political conversation at Sweet Elle Café 7251 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach (714-841-1270 for café if lost)

Jan 29 Saturday 8am-12pm Laguna Beach: Transition Laguna Beach Food Group Seedlings Sale at the Laguna Beach Farmers Market. This month's variety will depend on what's ready on Saturday. Many of the seedlings are from seeds harvested in Laguna, and all have been grown organically here in town. In addition, we will be selling small Valentine's Day-themed wreaths and swags made from herbs grown in Laguna. Our booth will be located at the back of the Farmers Market on Local's Lane.

Jan 29 Saturday 9am-1pm, Newport Beach: Electronic Waste Drive Bring all your outdated, unwanted and unused electronics-Basically anything with a plug! Drive in and drop off at Surterre Properties 1400 Newport Center Dr #100 Newport Beach. . You don't even have to get out of the car because we will unload it for you! Visit www.earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Jan 29 Saturday 2-4pm, Buena Park: National Association for Equal Justice in America Orange County Community Liaison Committee GENERAL COMMUNITY MEETING
6525 Mount Whitney Dr. Buena Park Ca, 90620 THE PUBLIC IS CORDIALLY INVITED!!!!!!!! Guest Speaker Representatives from the City of Anaheim Arctic Transportation System Representatives from EEOC Arctic Transportation the Largest Construction Project In Orange County.
For more information please contact Mary Jones, Chairperson Orange County Community Liaison Committee: (714) 499-8987 or (310) 608-5878 N.A.E.J.A. A Non-Profit Civil Rights Organization www.naeja.bizland.com

Jan 29 Saturday 5:30-11pm, Irvine: OC GSA Mixer at Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy Irvine, CA 92604
Hey everyone! The Woodbridge, Uni, and Northwood GSAs are hosting an OC mixer! We will have food, movies, games, etc. It should be a lot of fun. Anyone is welcome, but please RSVP so we know how much food to bring. Everything is FREE! It's a come and go whenever you want type of event, so don't feel the need to stay until 11! Dinner will be served promptly at 6pm! ***IUCC is a GAY-FRIENDLY church!***

Jan 30 Sunday 11am-4pm, Rancho Mirage: "Uncloaking the Kochs: The Billionaires Caucus and its Threat to our Democracy" at the Hilton Garden Inn (71-700 Highway 11, Rancho Mirage, CA)
featuring Robert Reich, former Labor Secretary, Van Jones, Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress, Erwin Chemerinsky, UC Irvine Law Dean, Lee Fang, Center for American Progress investigative journalist and Koch Brothers expert, and DeAnn McEwen, Co-President of the California Nurses Association.
1/17/11 Update on the panel discussion: We have reached capacity for this event. Please sign up now to be placed on the waiting list. www.commoncause.org/site/apps/ka/ct/contactus.asp?c=dkLNK1MQIwG&b=6483805

Jan 30 Saturday 10am-3pm, Costa Mesa: Volunteer at Bob's Ice Cream to help save the OC Fair! Join Earth Resource Foundation to help save the OC Fairgrounds from being sold to a private developer. Volunteers needed for both Saturday and Sunday. On those days, 100% of proceeds from sales of Bob's Ice Cream at the Orange County Marketplace will go to support the fight to save the equestrian center and stop the sale. For a minimum donation of $3 you get an ice cream and help save the fairgrounds. Look for the booth under the giant Pepsi at the OC MarketPlace. To volunteer to hand out fliers and work at the outreach booth, choose a shift from 10am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-3pm. RSVP at info@earthresource.org or call 949/645-5163 for information.

Jan 30 Sunday 11am-2pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer OC Weekly Meeting The Center OC, 1605 N. Spurgeon Street
DeColores Queer OC invites EVERYONE to our next meeting for current members and those interested in becoming one! Come to a safe space and join us in conversations about the prevalent issues that affect us as Queer and Latin@s community here in Orange County. Learn more about DeColores and the importance of having Queer and Latin@ spaces. We have exciting events happening this year and we need your help to make them a success. Drinks and snacks will be provided. If you have any questions please email: DeColoresOC@gmail.com

Jan 30 Sunday 11am-10pm, Irvine: Veggie Grill Fundraiser for OC for Darfur Bring your friends and family! Come join us in eating yummy food at The Veggie Grill 4213 Campus Drive Irvine, CA any time from open to close on Sunday January 30th, and be sure to mention that you are there for the fundraiser. When you order, if you mention "OC for Darfur", or "Living Ubuntu", or even just "fundraiser" -- 50% of your food & beverage purchases* will be donated to Living Ubuntu's project OC for Darfur (*excludes tax, comps & gift cards).

Jan 30 Sunday 4pm, Huntington Beach: Her HRC Orange County Women's Music Festival One Celebration. One Weekend. For Women.
Avec Nightclub, 18582 Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
hrcactioncenter.org/site/Calendar?id=104121&view=Detail Celebrating Women, the Music They Create, and the Music They Love. 21 and over event. Featuring 6 female centric musical acts and a comedienne emcee to keep the party moving. All talent will be announced shortly. Drink and food specials all night. Be there and bring your girlfriends!!! Comedienne M.C. TBD Full Bar Latin/Asian Fusion Gourmet Food Truck General admission: $10 donation VIP admission: $50, and includes: VIP seating and 2 drink tickets.Includes an annual HRC membership! 21+ Space is limited, arrive early - this event is expected to reach capacity. Please contact communityevents@hrc.org with questions.

Jan 30 Sunday 4-7pm, Long Beach: Conversation Cafe Viento y Agua Cafe, 4007 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA
Please come out & share your amazing ideas with us once again. We will quickly re-cap our last topics of discussion, and action items & then immediately launch into this session's topic: Global Economic Crisis and the impact on our local community. We will get to know one another, network and learn about our professional backgrounds. The emphasis of this meeting is how to help each other in the economic downturn. Learn about job opportunities and needs that the community has. We will also work on how we can help impoverished communities locally and elsewhere in the world.
The essence of these monthly sessions is to connect and build as a community, create spirited dialogue, interchange ideas, and express our thoughts for being the change we wish to see in the world; to facilitate healthy discussions about the culture, politics, & issues at stake in our local and global community. We're also committed that these discussions will be a springboard for collective action, i.e. via letter writing campaigns, outreach to public figures, volunteering, media, and other key community groups. Let's make a difference as a community, going beyond the stereotype & suppression, and garnering real people to people discussion! We need you our community! Let's build together!
Peace, Your Conversation Cafe Team: Supun Edirisinghe Sunny Zia Byron Hodges Sonali Fiske

Jan 31 Monday 7:30pm, Huntington Beach: The first meeting of the Peace Choir will be at Le Brique Steakhouse, 14892 Springdale Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647-2350
Vern Nelson will be playing at the piano bar, starting at 6:30, so we encourage you to come and enjoy at meal (delicious, but pricey) or your good spirits. Hopefully, Vern will be able to take a break and join us.
This is an organizational meeting to discuss people's interests and experience. There are some of us who have never sung in a choir before, and we will be enlisting the help of a voice coach. So don't be hesitant if you haven't any experience; this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
The basic idea is to develop a choir proficient in a number "coming together" songs from the peace, labor, civil rights, spiritual and environmental movements. The songs of choice (which will be determined by the group) will be those that we can draw upon for hope, courage, and inspiration, historical perspective and contemporary context.
Bring your song ideas to the meeting. Plus, we will be looking towards and event for singing, to give us a goal. Hope to see you there, Karen Riggs 714-604-3300

Jan 31 Monday 7:30pm-11pm, Laguna Beach: Transition Laguna Potluck to learn more about the various Action Groups that make up Transition Laguna Beach. Bring a dish to share, a beverage, plates and utensils. Location: The Women's Club of Laguna Beach, St. Anne's and Glenneyre, Laguna Beach, CA.

Feb 1 Tuesday noon-3pm, Santa Ana: Rally Against Prosecuting the Irvine 11 On February 8th, 2010, Michael Oren, ambassador of Israel to the United States, was invited to speak on US-Israeli relations at UC Irvine. At the event, 10 students individually spoke out during Oren's speech and were arrested. An eleventh student was arrested as he attempted to leave the room along with a number of other students. All eleven students acted peacefully and did not resist arrest. In fact, no person or property was damaged in the course of the protest and Oren was able to complete his speech. The Irvine 11 have already been subjected to extensive administrative proceedings and possibly sanctions by the university administration. The nature of that information is secret, but what is known is that the Muslim Student Union (MSU) at UCI was sanctioned by the university, receiving a one quarter suspension and probation for two academic years.
Despite the university's internal proceedings, the Orange County District Attorney has subpoenaed six UCI Muslim students and compelled them to testify before a grand jury. A grand jury, with its secrecy provisions, can only exacerbate fear and division among the students at the University.
The apparent intention of the Orange County District Attorney to file criminal charges, possibly felony charges, against the Irvine 11, and possibly against other students including those subpoenaed, is excessive in extreme. Not only is the possibility of criminal charges extreme, but it also unprecedented and creates a chilling effect on student activism and student protest nationwide. Universities have the cherished tradition of being free marketplaces of ideas where students are encouraged to voice their opinions on a range of significant issues. For this reason, it is highly unjust and vindictive to criminally reprimand students for protesting in a non-violent and non-threatening manner.
Call the DA office at (714) 834-3600 and write to the Orange County DA Tony Rackauckas urging him to not criminalize students whose only "crime" was expressing their sincerely held political views in the form of a protest.
Join a coalition of students as they march to the DA's office on Tuesday February 1st at 12pm. Make your voices heard that our judicial system should NOT be used to criminalize peaceful student protests!
Orange County District Attorney 401 Civic Center Drive Santa Ana, California 92701

Feb 1 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Feb 12 screening of On Our Watch * Feb 22 talk with Myra Dahgaypaw from U.S. Campaign for Burma * Screening of Worse Than War in March * Commemorative vigil in April

Feb 2 Wednesday 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County monthly meeting with guest speaker Gavin Huntley-Fenner, Ph.D. is a Governing Board member of the Irvine Unified School District, a K-12 district of over 26,000 students and 32 schools with a $200,000,000 operating budget. He will address the current budget proposal's effect on school districts and classrooms. The meeting starts at 6:30pm with social time until 7:15, following by the agenda. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, Metropointe Center. For more information, email Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com

Feb 3 Thursday 3:30-5pm, Irvine: The International Studies Public Forum presents "Israel and Palestine: Is Peace Possible?" UC Irvine Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100
The International Studies Public Forum is hosting Professor Galia Golan from the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya. Professor Golan is one of the speakers that OTI students visited when traveling in the region. A reception will follow the presentation and discussion with Professor Golan in room SSPB 1208 at 5pm.

Feb 3 Thursday 6-8pm, Santa Ana: Planned Parenthood - Politics, Sex & Cocktails at Original Mike's - 100 S. Main Street in Santa Ana Presented by The Community Action Fund of Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties
Featuring guest speaker Maggie Linden, Senior Vice President Public Affairs, Ogilvy Public Relations - The Changing Political Landscape - Kathy Kneer, President & CEO, Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California Schedule of Events: 6:00 p.m. - Hors d'oeuvres, Drinks, and Mingling 6:45 p.m. - Program (Keynote Address by Maggie Linden Awards Ceremony) 8:00 p.m. - Close secure3.convio.net/ppac/site/Donation2?idb=300287947&df_id=1701

Feb 3 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Join the OCEC Action Team as we call previously identified supporters of LGBT equality and we ask them to get involved in our cause. We will start with a full training and then make calls. Dates - February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Location: Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Contact: Mel Distel (714)362-7523

Feb 3 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: In honor of Black History Month the Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition will sponsor a free screening of the film: "BROTHER ~ OUTSIDER - The Life of Bayard Rustin"
St. Matthias Episcopal Church 7056 Washington Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 (Corner of Wardman & Washington Ave) For more info call (562) 587-6270 or (562) 233-8579 Free refreshments will be provided
The documentary focuses on Rustin's activism for peace, racial equality, economic justice and human rights. A master strategist and tireless activist, Baryard Rustin is best remembered as the organizer of the 1963 march on Washington, one of the largest nonviolent protests ever held in the United States. Despite these achievements, Rustin was silenced, threatened, arrested, beaten, imprisoned and fired from important leadership positions, largely because he was an openly gay man in a fiercely homophobic era. whittierpeace.org/index.htm#MovieNight

Feb 3 Thursday 7pm, Irvine: University Synagogue at 3400 Michelson, Irvine will be showing the award winning documentary On Common Ground Members of Temple Beth El, OC Islamic Foundation and St. Mary's Episcopal Church find their common ground by building a home for a needy family in Mexico. The film maker will be there as will be people from the film.

Feb 4 Friday 3-6:30pm, Anaheim: Solidarity with Egypt Rally Little Arabia, Brookhurst and Orange, 512 S. Brookhurst St. Anaheim, CA 92804
Bring your flags, signs and chant freedom for Egypt, dictator Hosni Mubarack must go! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND PASS THE WORD !!!!

Feb 4 Friday 9am-4pm, Costa Mesa: Environmental Sustainability Conference Vanguard University 55 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA
The purpose of the Environmental Sustainability Conference is to educate our business community, Orange County residents, and the emerging generation of leaders about the effects their choices have on the health of the environment. **DOORS OPEN AND REGISTRATION: 8:15 AM For more information, please visit: http://greenconf.vusife.org/

Feb 4-6 Friday 1:30pm-Sunday 9:3-pm, Garden Grove: The Courage Campaign and Orange County Equality Coalition booth at the Vietnamese Lunar New Year's Festival 2011. The event takes place for three days: Fri Feb 4, 1:30am-10:30pm; Sat Feb 5, 9:30am-10:30pm; Sun Feb 6, 9:30am-9:30pm. Visit the booth to sign our marriage equality pledge, pick up some stickers and flyers, check out pictures/videos of past activities, sign up for upcoming events, learn how to canvass and be part of the team that is working to win back marriage equality in Orange County. Volunteers needed: we're looking for people to work the booth. All training and materials will be provided. If you're available, please e-mail Dawn Logue at sydnee8088@yahoo.com. tetfestival.org

Feb 4 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "The Labryrinth"
On June 14, 1940, Marian Kolodziej enters the gates of Auschwitz. He was the first transport to arrive there. He survived and never spoke about this experience until 45 years later when he had a stroke. For his rehabilitation, he asked for a pen and paper, and began to draw images of his experience in Auschwitz. His drawings, hundred of them are installed in the basement of a Franciscan church near Auschwitz.
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange present films that raise awareness and encourage conversation about the dynamic, ever-changing, systemic and critical needs of our world.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Feb 4 Friday 7-10pm, Irvine: Cornel West, Fulfilling a Legacy: Committed Struggle And Compassionate Discourse Pacific Ballroom at UCI www.ccc.uci.edu/cornelwest Tickets can be picked up at the Cross-Cultural Center Administrative Offices (on the third floor) from Monday to Friday from 8am - 5pm. Or call Denice Véz (CCC Program Coordinator) at 949-824-4782 to reserve your ticket. There is a limitied amount of tickets so be sure to pick up yours today! For more information check out the Cross-Cultural Center website at http://www.ccc.uci.edu/

Feb 5 (1^st Saturday) 10am-1pm, Huntington Beach: Help support Native American land rights at the corner of Bolsa Chica Street and Warner Ave. in the city of Huntington Beach, CA. We will be protesting the destruction of the cogged stone site CA-ORA 83. For more info. call 949-228-7262 or email bigrockcreek@msn.com See also ndnnews.com protectsacredsites.org protectbearbutte.com dfa-oc.org/archive/2008.html#May28SS dfa-oc.org/archive/2008.html#Sep06CS

Feb 5/6 Saturday 10am-Sunday 7pm, Laguna Beach: Green Valentines Festival 340 St. Ann's drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 "Come Celebrate Local Women Making a World of Difference!" Including Charities such as Center for Living Peace, Transition Laguna, Isanctuary, Good Shepherd Center for Women and Children, Results, "The Goat Lady", Heal Foundation... MULTI-CULTURAL MUSIC, FOOD, VENDORS, AUCTION, CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES, SPEAKERS... Live music by: Marianne Lewis & Larisa Stow and many wonderful local musicians with Conscious Reggae and Dancing music at night. SUNDAY 2-7 PM : HEALING DAY & Chanting music all day with Belly Dance, Laughter Yoga, Drumming... Come and celebrate with us!

Feb 5 Saturday 4-7pm, Riverside: Retire the Debt Party for Bill Hedrick for Congress. Location: IBEW 440 Hall, 1405 Spruce Street, Ste. G, Riverside. Appetizers and Beverages. Great Music by Local Supporters: D.J. Bobby Mendoza and Live Music TBA. We are working hard to retire the Bill Hedrick 2010 campaign debt of $46,500. Bill would love to see you there and you will love seeing him and all the other supporters. Let's have a good time! Suggested donation: $50. RSVPs to Anja Cardé 951-789-8686 or Anja@hedrickforcongress.com. Checks payable to Hedrick For Congress 2010 can be sent to: PO Box 2855, Corona, CA 92878; Credit card contributions may be made at: www.actblue.com/page/hedrickdrp. Please indicate number of attendees, names and a phone number.

Feb 5 Saturday 4-6pm/7-10pm, Santa Ana: Mexica New Year Lecture, celebrating Nican Tlaca Anahuac Heritage at El Centro Cultural de Mexico, located at 310 W. 5th St., in Santa Ana.
There will be a Spanish language lecture from 4 pm to 6 pm, followed by an English language lecture from 7 pm to 10 pm.
The discussion will include: * What is Mexica? * Why do we focus on Mexica? * Can we all claim Mexica? * Why celebrate our New Year? networkedblogs.com/cYOOA

Canceled ~~Feb 6~~ (1^st Sunday) ~~8am-4:30pm, Huntington Beach~~: PLEASE NOTE: FEBRUARY Arlington West Memorial in HB is CANCELLED due to the Marathon! Next AW is Sunday, March 6.

Feb 5 Saturday 5:30-10pm, Fullerton: Children of Iraq and Afghanistan Charity Fundraiser . Speakers include Ann and Cole Miller, No More Victims; Jason Zaro, Producer of Rethink Afghanistan; Michael Prysner, Iraq War Ventera, part of A.N.S.W.E.R L.A; Coalition and Party of Socialism and Liberation; Sonali Kolhatkar, C-director of Afghan Woman Mission. Plus spoken word and musical instrument performances. CSUF Titan Student Union - Pavilion A. Food will be provided. Art and bake sale. $10 suggested donation. Contact Zeena Aljawad zaljawad@csu.fullerton.edu.

Feb 6 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Super Slow Food Bowl Party Heather (Stoltzfus) Westenhofer will be serving up a Power Point presentation, along with bread and butter made on the spot in a Super Slow Food Bowl gathering! We hope you can join us for this special get together. You can learn more about Heather and "Slow Foods". You can also find her on line at Orange County Cheesemaker and The Orange County School of Domestic Arts. Heather is strong supporter of "Slow Foods" and has been kind enough to share with us the importance of this issue!
The Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District: 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways) For carpool or Public Transit info to meeting contact Béa Tiritilli

Feb 7 Monday 6-8pm, Irvine: The UCI Center for Citizen Peacebuilding presents mock Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations UCI Humanities Hall Room 178
The International Studies Public Forum in co-sponsorship with the Center for Citizen Peacebuilding is hosting the presentation of the student team's findings and results. (See also Feb 10) Some of OTI's students are participating in both events. A reception will follow the February 10th event. Both events are free and open to the public.

Feb 7 Monday 7pm, Santa Ana: Norberto Santana, editor-in-chief of the Voice of OC, will speak at the Democratic Club of Central Orange County. Norberto and the Voice of OC have covered the $250K bonus paid to the County's IT contractor which has had performance problems, the sale of the Fairgrounds, Orange County's lawsuit against pensions, lobbyist registration in Orange County, the return of Mario Mainero to Supervisor Moorlach's staff, and many other issues not adequately covered.
The club meets at Marie Callendars, 1821 N Grand St, Santa Ana (Grand north of 17th). Dinner at 6:30 pm, program starts at 7 pm.

Feb 8,9 Tuesday 11am&6pm Irvine; Wednesday 2pm Long Beach/7,6pm Fullerton: Jeff Halper, Director of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ICAHD). ICAHD is an Israeli-Palestinian NGO that works on the ground to resist the Israeli occupation of the West Bank including East Jerusalem. ICAHD rebuilds some of the 24,000 Palestinian homes that have been destroyed by the Israeli occupation authorities. The American Friends Service Committee nominated Halper, along with Palestinian activist Ghassan Andoni, for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006.
Tuesday: 11 AM UCI, Building HSLH - room 100A Jeff Halper on "ISRAEL/PALESTINE: 2011 WILL BE THE 'CRUNCH' YEAR" 6 PM UCI, Crystal Cove Auditorium, Workers-Student Alliance Jeff Halper on "LOOKING UP FROM THE OCCUPATION: ISRAEL AND THE GLOBAL PACIFICATION INDUSTRY "
Wednesday: 2 PM Cal State Univ. Long Beach, Building LA3-room 106 Jeff Halper on "ISRAEL/PALESTINE: TOWARDS PEACE, APARTHEID OR WAREHOUSING?" Including comments on Building Bridges Not Walls, and resisting the occupation with Palestinian groups 6 PM Donor Dinner at Marriott Hotel adjacent to CSUF campus. 7 PM Cal State Univ. Fullerton, Auditorium, Ruby Gerontology Center Jeff Halper on "ISRAEL/PALESTINE: 2011 WILL BE THE 'CRUNCH' YEAR"

Feb 8 Tuesday 5:30pm, Yorba Linda: Protest Arpaio Sheriff Joe Arpaio is appearing at the Nixon Library Tonight. Let's show the multiple facets of OC racism and hatred that we will not stand by silently. PROTEST STARTS AT 5:30. Ample parking. Bring candles, signs, sage to cleanse, jaranas, percussion, musica. We oppose the illegal racist, human and civil rights abuses which are being "honored" in Arpaio and We Oppose His Presence in OC! Racists Out Of OC!
Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Birthplace, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Feb 9 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: A Six-Part Family Oriented, Speaker and Training Series Geared Towards Building Awareness and Commitment in the Areas of Sustainability and Healthy Community-All at no cost. Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room
1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Feb 9 Wednesday 6-8pm, Irvine: OC NOW meeting Irvine Ranch Water District Offices - 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in Irvine nowoc.org/e107_plugins/calendar_menu/event.php?1297292400.event.161

Feb 9 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: Why Trickle Down Economics Doesn't Work Welcome back our two Economics Experts: Jim Davis and Ed Perkins They will tell you WHY the Reaganomics Trickle-Down Theory is bunkum and give you the straight scoop on the Economy so you, too, will sound brilliant when asked!
CLUBHOUSE 3, DINING ROOM 2 Meeting includes Legislative Action, Club Business, Raffle and Refreshments; Members free; Guests $2. For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965. Please bring nonperishable food items for South County Outreach.
Voter Registration at 6:30 Prior to each Meeting; Tell Your New Neighbors! Please bring nonperishable food for South County Outreach.

Feb 9 Wednesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: screening of "Dying to Live" about the journey of migrant workers. Film and discussion to follow!
2525 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA (714) 545-4610 ocfairviewchurch.org

Feb 9 Wednesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Movie Nights Presents: Let Freedom Sing Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 949-854-5500
Let Freedom Sing traces the history of music protesting the situation of African Americans from Billie Holiday's performance of "Strange Fruit" with its graphic depiction of black lynching victims hanging from trees, to Public Enemy's songs about life in today's urban core. However, as befits its title, the majority of the movie's focus is on the relationship between the music and the quest for equality. Interviews with musicians and former freedom riders are interspersed with original footage of protests, helping to recreate the era for the viewer and provide first-hand accounts of what the music meant to those involved with these events. See an interview clip from the movie with Chuck D!
The goal of the Movie Night Series is to explore the concept of peace and its impact on the human condition through a variety of different films and documentaries. Each viewing and discussion is lead by Charles Royston, Professor of Human Services and Anthropology at CSU Fullerton. There is a $5-10 suggested donation. But if you can bring a friend to the event, you can take one class with the Ecology Center for free!!! Get Inspired and make good happen. Hope to see you at the Movies!

Feb 10 Thursday 2:30-3:30pm, Anaheim: SEIU #1899 meeting 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805

Feb 10 Thursday 3:30-5pm, Irvine: The UCI Center for Citizen Peacebuilding presents mock Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations UCI Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100
The International Studies Public Forum in co-sponsorship with the Center for Citizen Peacebuilding is hosting the presentation of the student team's findings and results. (See also Feb 7) Some of OTI's students are participating in both events. A reception will follow the February 10th event. Both events are free and open to the public.

Feb 10 Thursday 5pm, Newport Beach: Stop Statue of Reagan at Newport Beach City Hall. Let the members of the Newport Beach Arts Commission know they must not politicize our public property with a statue honoring Ronald Reagan. Join members of Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club to oppose a statue honoring the author of VooDoo economics. Location: Newport Beach Public Library, 1000 Avocado Avenue, Newport Beach, CA.

Feb 10 Thursday 6:30-8:30pm, Aliso Viejo: Rainwater Harvesting How to manage our most precious resource: water with Brad Lancaster Journey School's Garden and Ecology Group and the 5th grade class are co-sponsoring an inspiring evening with renowned author and speaker Brad Lancaster. In this informative and engaging presentation, Brad will share why rainwater harvesting is essential for a sustainable future. You'll learn the eight principles of rainwater harvesting as well as how to: o turn water scarcity into water abundance o reduce your water consumption by 30-50% o capture rainwater for beneficial use reduce the amount flowing to the storm drain o create integrated water-sustainable plans at home and in your community For more information about Brad Lancaster go to www.harvestingrainwater.com
Journey School, Multi-Purpose Room, 27102 Foxborough Street, Aliso Viejo, Ca 92659 949-448-7232
Cost $10 per person (students free) Childcare Babysitting available for $5 per child Must RSVP to matashis@cox.net

Feb 10 Thursday 6:30pm, Irvine: OC Renewables: Kevin Ross of SunPower ocrenewables.org Topic: Current status of California Solar Initiative (CSI) Rebates and Economic Viability of Commercial PV Projects in 2011 and Beyond
Location: Duck Club, 5 Riparian View, Irvine, CA *Due to construction on Riparian View, please enter from Campus Dr. from University.

Feb 10 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Join the OCEC Action Team as we call previously identified supporters of LGBT equality and we ask them to get involved in our cause. We will start with a full training and then make calls. Dates - February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Location: Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Contact: Mel Distel (714)362-7523

Feb 10 Thursday 7pm, Santa Ana: OC Young Democrats General Meeting We will not be meeting at our usual venue but our brothers and sisters at Orange County Employees Association (OCEA) have been kind enough to host our meeting This month will feature elections of the 2011-2012 Executive Board for the organization. Stick around after the elections as OCYD will host part 2 of its series, Agents of Change, highlighting young professionals in Orange County Politics. David Trujillo and Julie Meigs from Planned Parenthood of Orange/San Bernandino Counties will discuss their roles and involvement with current legislation effecting womens' reproductive rights at the state and national level.
OCEA Main Offices, 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, Ca 92701.

[update] Feb 11 Friday 3-6:30pm, Anaheim: Solidarity with Egypt and Yemen Rally To get a larger crowd we have changed the protest date to Saturday, 12:00pm to 4:30PM Please share the info . Little Arabia, Brookhurst and Orange, 512 S. Brookhurst St. Anaheim, CA 92804

Feb 11 Friday 6:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives "Holy Land: Common Ground" Join us for an inspiring documentary about courageous Israeli and Palestinian men and women who have joined together to work for peace.
UU Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (Corner of Santa Ana St.) For info, call Ruth Shapin at (714)567-0188

Feb 12 Saturday 8am, Newport Beach: joint "Progressive Democrats of America" and "Democratic Club of West Orange County" Coffee and Political Conversation at Kean Coffee, 2043 Westcliff Dr, Ste. 100, Newport Beach. Followed at 9:15 with a short walk at Environmental Nature Center to visit California native plant habitats and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design building (1601 16th Street). Go to dcwoc.org for details or press "contact us" for questions at dcwoc.org

Feb 12 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Feb 12 Saturday noon-3pm, Irvine: CD48 - Irvine Phone Bank: Help Turn State Senate District 17 BLUE Come help make calls for Darren Parker into State Senate District 17 for the upcoming special election on February 15th. We have a real chance to help turn this Senate seat BLUE. Sign up to call for Darren Parker Today! Please remember to bring your cell phone and charger.
Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Pky, Irvine, CA 92606 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gpzv4c

Feb 12 Saturday noon-4:30pm, Anaheim: ~~Solidarity~~ Celebrate with Egypt and Yemen Rally Little Arabia, Brookhurst and Orange, 512 S. Brookhurst St. Anaheim, CA 92804
Bring your flags, signs and chant freedom for Egypt, dictator Hosni Mubarack must go, No to Omar Suleiman! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND PASS THE WORD !!!! Peaceful demonstration
To get a larger crowd we have changed the protest date to this coming Saturday , 12:00pm to 4:30PM . Please share the info

Feb 12 Saturday 5-7pm, Orange: Orange County Interfaith Committee To Aid Farm Workers 46^th Annual Farm Worker Winter Celebration
Arturo Rodriguez will speak at the annual farm workers dinner in Orange, (Dolores Huerta injured her arm and will not attend.)
5pm - Social & Auction Browsing 6pm - Dinner
Carpenters Hall Local 2361 1918 W. Chapman Av., Orange
$20 contribution per person with a prepaid reservation, or $25 at the door. Dinner will be catered, reservations requested by Tuesday, February 8. All proceeds will be given to the United Farm Workers. We must have a firm count so that the correct number of dinners can be ordered. Please indicate with the check the names of the people who plan to attend. Your Committee is obligated to pay for any dinner reservation made but not paid. For reservations, call Suzanne Darweesh at 714-738-1785 and for a pre-paid reservation, checks should be made payable to UFW (not tax deductible) and mailed to Suzanne, 2104 Hilltop Ct., Fullerton, 92835. If you can't be at the dinner, a donation would be very much appreciated. Also, if you have something to donate for the Silent Auction, please contact Suzanne at sdarweesh@aol.com.

Feb 12 Saturday 6-8:30pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: Uncloak the Kochs Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: Panel Discussion: Uncloak the Kochs 8:00 PM: Discussion: How do the Koch bothers control the political systems of the U.S. government? How can we counter the Citizens United v. FEC ?

Feb 12 Saturday 6:45-9pm, Costa Mesa: Screening "On Our Watch" (documentary on Darfur) Mesa Verde United Methodist Church 1701 Baker Street, Costa Mesa

Feb 13 Sunday 1:30pm, Orange: Private showing of award-winning "Mooz-lum", a real life story of an America Muslim youth as he enters college. We'll also have director Qasim Basir and actress Nia Long with us for a Q&A immediately after Tickets are $10 each and are only available through the CAIR-LA website at http://ca.cair.com/losangeles/event/mooz-lum (No tickets will be sold at the door). Movie is rated PG-13 for minor violence and scenes of alcohol use and kissing. Location: The Block at Orange, 20 City Blvd., West Orange CA 92868. Contact: CAIR-LA Communications Manager, Munira Syeda, 714-776-1847, E-mail: info@losangeles.cair.com

Feb 13 Sunday 4:30pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All - Orange County at Tapestry UU Congregation 23436 Madero Drive #140 in Mission Viejo
Shannon Miller, the new Vice Chair for Healthcare for All - California will be our guest.

Feb 13 Sunday 6pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema proudly presents American Blackout a film by Ian Inaba
We have all heard how George W. Bush stole the presidential elections in 2000 and 2004. How did he do it, and who helped him? Why did the African American Communities in Florida and Ohio claim to be disenfranchised during those elections? This documentary answers these questions, as well as covering how the Republican Party attempted to disrupt the political career of former democratic Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney. We are celebrating Black History Month. Please join us to see this important documentary.
The Village Grind Coffeehouse 443 E. 1st Street Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-4033 Donations Accepted
Radical Cinema: With Peace, There Is Justice

Feb 14 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats - Speaker - Planned Parenthood - David Trujillo Norman Murray Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way Mission Viejo

Feb 15 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Wrap up on On Our Watch (e.g. donations to Sudanese). * Feb 22: Talk by Myra Dahgaypaw from US Campaign for Burma. * Mar 12: Screening of Worse Than War. * Apr 16: Candlelight vigil (April is GAPM). * The United States and the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Feb 15 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: Obama and Israel / Palestine P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
Our speaker is Dr. Yigal Arens, Deputy Director of the Information Science Institute, member of Women in Black - L.A., and a long time activist for peace and justice in Israel-Palestine. He will speak on "President Obama and Israel / Palestine" Discussion will follow. We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011.

Feb 16 Wednesday 11:30am, Anaheim: Central County League of Women Voters luncheon. Joe Mathews ( L.A. Times op-ed contributor and co-author of "California Crackup" ) is speaking. It will be held at the Red Lion Inn, 1850 South Harbor Blvd., Anaheim ( corner Harbor & Katella ). Fee is $20 for sandwich buffet ( ham, roast beef, turkey or vegetable ) and it's $5 to park ( so good idea to carpool ). Reserve by calling Sue Guilford at 714-538-8898.

Feb 16 Wednesday 1-2:15pm, Newport Beach: Newport Mesa Irvine Interfaith Council 'General Membership' Luncheon Meeting Be current with the Changes in Health Care in 2011 With Guest Speaker Robert Braithwaite Chief Operating Officer Hoag Health System
We will receive an update on changes being made in the Health Care System in 2011 from one who is in the know! There will also be time for Q & A! (12:45 PM Reception, 1:00 PM Lunch, 1:25 PM Program)
at Hoag Hospital, Cancer Center Auditorium, One Hoag Drive Building #41, Lower Campus - enter of Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Ca 92663
$10 per person with reservation $15 without reservation Reservations required by Monday, February 14, 2011 You don't have to be a member of the Council to attend! All those attending will receive a FREE copy of the 2011 Directory that lists 120+ congregations, 100's of Religious Leaders and dozens of Interfaith Contacts. RSVP to nmiinterfaith@aol.com

Feb 16 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: The Fundamentals of the 4 Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse & Recycle The Four Rs are the cornerstone to a Greener community. Join Stephanie Barger from Earth Resource Foundation and Michael Carey from the Orange Coast College Recycling Center to break down some of the mystery behind recycling. What are the four Rs? What actually gets recycled? How can you make a difference? Can we get to Zero Waste?
Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room, 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Feb 16 Wednesday 6-9pm, Santa Ana: Left of Center Drinks Bistro 400, 400 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA
Although we are still playing with the name, come to and have a drink with progressives, left-of-center etc. people. Last time we had some great folks, and we hope that you can bring another person with you. See you then.

Feb 17/18 Thursday/Friday 9am, Pasadena: Protest Torture Judge Jay Bybee authorized illegal war, torture, and other war crimes, and is now named in a war crimes case in Spain!. WHY IS HE STILL SITTING ON A FEDERAL BENCH? DEMAND JUSTICE!
Richard H. Chambers US Court of Appeals Bldg. 125 South Grand Avenue Pasadena, CA 91105 picture ID required to enter Courthouse

Feb 17 Thursday 6pm, Costa Mesa: Theology on Thursdays is coming back! Mark your calendar because now it is TOTT --Theology on Third Thursdays! And we're meeting earlier than we did in the past -6pm instead of 7pm (I am told we can then take advantage of happy hour prices). So.... mark your calendars for February 17, the third Thursday of the month at 6pm at Karl Strauss Brewery in Costa Mesa!
Looking forward to seeing you soon! Sarah

Feb 17 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Progressive Summit Planning Meeting It's about time for us to all come together to begin planning this years progressive summit! Last year was a HUGE success thanks to all of your involvement so I sincerely hope that each and every one of you will participate again this year.
1. Welcome / Introductions (5 mins) 2. Quick Re-cap of 2010's event (30 mins) 3. Must Haves (10 mins) 4. Must Change (10 mins) 5. Other Discussion / Remaining Budget (10 mins) 6. Vision for 2011 Progressive Summit (30 mins) 7. Missing Groups / Orgs? (10 mins) 8. Proposed Dates for 2011 (10 mins) 9. Next Meeting Time & Location / Meeting Schedule? (10 mins)
If you have questions, please feel free to call me or email me directly. Please note that my number has remained the same (714.420.4098), but that my email address is now danielshad@ocequality.com.

Feb 17 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Join the OCEC Action Team as we call previously identified supporters of LGBT equality and we ask them to get involved in our cause. We will start with a full training and then make calls. Dates - February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Location: Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Contact: Mel Distel (714)362-7523

Feb 17 Thursday 7-8:30pm, Placentia: Progressive WIN OC meeting at the IHOP in Placentia, 131 N Kraemer Blvd, 714.528.7838.
I: Introductions and Announcements: 7:00-7:10pm II: Review and approval of minutes 7:10-7:15pm III: Officer Reports: 7:15-7:30 pm IV: Old Business 7:50-8:00 pm V: New Business - 8:00-8:30 pm A. Rechartering with DPOC B. Continuation of PWIN-OC VII: Adjournment- 8:30 pm

Feb 18 Friday 6:30pm, Garden Grove: OC Peace and Dignity Planning Group Meeting for 2012 Intercontinental Spiritual Run (See Mar 4 Planning Meeting for Peace & Dignity 2012 Run)

Feb 18 Friday 6:30pm, Irvine: MoveOn's Irvine and More council organizing meeting for Invest in America Speak Out Kate's house, 6 Gold Bluff, Irvine 92604
We will be preparing for a National Day of Action the following Thursday, February 24 where councils all across America will hold "Invest in America" speak-outs. The new congress is planning to cut billions in funding from health care, education, and science programs. Cuts to our economic lifelines won't do anything to turn the economy around, but they'll definitely hurt the Other 98% of us barely getting through the worst recession since the Great Depression. When our members of Congress are back in our district during the next congressional recess, we will show them what's at stake for our communities if critical social programs are gutted. We'll speak out with our personal stories and tell Congress to support a budget that helps turn the economy around for the Other 98% of us. Please bring your ideas for the council, supplies to make signs and a food item to share, either an entrée (preferred), side dish such as salad or veggie, or dessert. Visit the event website to register: pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/112471

Feb 19 Saturday 8am-6pm, Los Angeles: Democratic Leadership Training Where: SEIU 721, 500 S. Virgil Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Cost: Free - Light breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided. (Suggested donation of $10.00 to help cover food and materials) This full day of intense training consists of a variety of political workshops intended for club/party leaders and progressive activists who want to advance their leadership roles in the Democratic Party or are just getting started in politics! All participants will automatically be enrolled in our new ACT (Activist Certification Training) Now! program - a project designed to provide a network of certified activists for progressive campaigns, candidates and the Democratic Party. Sponsors: Be a true leader and help us continue this training - sponsor this event: $50 - Activist, $100 - Supporter, $250 - Organizer, $500 - Leader Please go to: https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/train

Feb 19 Saturday 8:30am-1pm, Irvine: Latino Arab American Advisory Committee Civil Rights Training University Of California, Irvine Social Sciences Plaza B Room: SSPB 1208 3151 Social Science Plaza, Irvine, CA 92617
More information: Benny Diaz, CA LULAC State Director bennydiaz@sbcglobal.net (714) 357-4328

Feb 19 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Southern California Executive Director, Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Hussam Ayloush Speaking On "Battling Islamophobia" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine
This presentation will focus on the challenges faced by the Islamic community. These challenges include combating those who are taking America in a direction that involves xenophobia, division, hatred, incivility and intolerance. A related challenge is how the Muslim community responds to the anti-Islamic hysteria and in so doing promotes the best values of our nation and educates America on Islam and diversity.
For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Feb 20 Sunday 9am Los Angeles->6pm Santa Ana: Orange County Dream Team & Dream Team Los Angeles invites our OC students & community to: L.A. to O.C. Dream Ride
ROUTE: Approx 50 miles via streets of L.A., San Gabriel River Bike Path and streets of Santa Ana WHERE: Starting at 9:00 AM at Corazon del Pueblo, 2003 E. 1st Street, Boyle Heights, CA 90033 Ending at 6:00 PM at El Centro Cultural de Mexico, 310 W. 5th Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 REGISTRATION: Fill out Registration Form by January 28th. Pay $15 fee (includes snacks, lunch and dinner) Link to Download Form Link to PayPal Account Registration Form and payment (payable to: Orange County DREAM Team) can be mailed to: PO Box 1885, Santa Ana, CA 92702. Must be postmarked by January 28th. MANDATORY WORKSHOP: All participants are required to attend one Bike Safety Workshop. No exceptions. Bringing your bikes to the workshop is encouraged. * Workshop 1: Sunday, January 23rd at Corazon del Pueblo, Boyle Heights , 1-4pm * Workshop 2: Sunday, January 30th at El Centro Cultural de Mexico, Santa Ana, 1-4pm * Workshop 3: Saturday, February 5th at Corazon del Pueblo, Boyle Heights, 1-4pm TRANSPORTATION: You must make your own travel arrangements to Los Angeles SPONSORSHIP: We are looking for SPONSORS & DONATIONS. Please contact Yenni Diaz: ydiaz@istillhaveadream.org for more information. Event Sponsors: City of Lights Corazon del Pueblo El Centro Cultural de Mexico I Bike SA Spokes & Words

Feb 20 Sunday 11am-3pm, Irvine: Organizing for America Neighborhood Team Training Vista Del Campo Norte Clubhouse, 28700 Arroyo Dr

Feb 20 Sunday 1-4pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn Organizing Meeting & Potluck MoveOn's North Orange County council is holding an organizing meeting. We will be preparing for a National Day of Action Thursday 2/24 where councils all across America will hold "Invest in America" speak-outs. Please RSVP at pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/112451 If questions, contact Craig Preston 714-473-2798.

Feb 20 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County: "God Delusion" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618
Dr. Lou Regal, a member of the HAOC, will present a talk on the "God Delusion." Dr. Regal will speak on The God Virus: Another Way of Conceptualizing Religion and Other Institutions. The talk is based on the book: The God Virus: How Religion Infects Our Lives and Culture, by Dr. Darrel Ray. Talk will focus on a virus metaphor, not unlike the "meme" of Richard Dawkins. It will extend the virus concept to other institutions, such as Alcoholics Anonymous. It will touch on the speculation that this virus might exist concretely in the left parietal lobe of the brain. As usual our program allows for a Q&A period following the presentation. meetup.com/OCHumanists/calendar/15699221

Feb 21 Monday 6:30-9pm, Anaheim: National Women's Political Caucus Our guest will be current City Coucilwoman and former Mayor of Fullerton, Sharon Quirk-Silva. The topic for discussion will be the relationship between Politial Organizations and Elected Officials. The schedule for the eventin is:
6:30pm Dinner & Networking 7:30pm Business Meeting 8:15pm A Conversation with Sharon Quirk-Silva 8:45pm Communuty Announcements
Please RSVP so we can give Mimi's Cafe a good count of how many people we will have. Thank you. Tammi McIntyre President, NWPC Orange County nwpctammi@pacbell.net (949) 697-7532

Feb 21 Monday 7pm, Fountain Valley: 68th AD Meeting with special guest Christie Rudder at Coco's 18380 Brookhurst Street near the Corner of Ellis and Brookhurst in Fountain Valley Christie is an active member of ACT Now and will be sharing her experience in reaching out to make positive change in our community.

Feb 22 Tuesday 5-7:30pm, Lake Forest: California Women Lead: Dr. Glenna Matthews "Running As Woman" Lake Forest City Hall & Community Center, 25550 Commercentre Dr. Lake Forest, CA 92630 FREE for CA Women Lead members. $5 for non-members. Please RSVP at cawomenlead.org. For questions, please contact Orange County Chapter President Melissa Fox at (949)683-8855

Feb 22 Tuesday 7pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate. web site: ocpeace.org

Feb 23 Wednesday 11am, Irvine: Women For: Orange County - Bullying and Suicide: Changing the Face of the Academy & Making a Difference in Our Lives Featuring Dr. Karyl Ketchum, Women's Studies California State University Fullerton.
Irvine Ranch Water District's Duck Club, 5 Riparian View, Irvine (at the end of the San Joaquin Preserve) Free and open to the public. Men are cordially invited. For recorded information, call 714-590-7804. womenfororangecounty.org and womenforoc@aol.com

Feb 23 Wednesday 1-4pm, Tustin: Planned Parenthood Phone Bank the U.S. House of Representatives voted 240-185 to exclude Planned Parenthood from all federal funding, including Title X, Medicaid, and funds that provide health education. Now, we need your help to let our Senators know how important their vote is in stopping this dangerous amendment. It won't be easy, but we can still win this. We need you at one of two phone banks this Wednesday to encourage as many Planned Parenthood supporters as possible to call their Senator and urge them to vote NO on any amendment that cuts federal funding of Planned Parenthood
To RSVP, please email publicaffairs@pposbc.org and let us know if you will be coming to Orange or San Bernardino. OC administrative offices, 700 S. Tustin St., Orange, CA 92866

Feb 23 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: Conscious Consumerism - The Real Costs of What We Consume We vote with our pockets and every time we make a purchase, we cast a vote for the way things are. Join Jesse Baker, PhD from Ecofficiency and other speakers as we discuss and breakdown the true costs associated with the things we consume on a daily basis.
Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room, 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Feb 23 Wednesday 7pm, Tustin: PDA Orange County Chapter Panera Bread, 13205 Jamboree Rd, Tustin, CA 92782
NATIONAL -- Debrief: Egypt, Wisconsin, DC IOTs, BBLVs www.pdamerica.org "Change Makes Change!" REGIONAL -- Gov. Brown/The Legislature CDP Conv April 29-May1, Prog Caucus Special Elections/SB 810 Update LOCAL -- OCDP, Dem Clubs, Discussion Grps DFA, OFA, Issues Grps, OC Progressive Summit Campaigns, Actions, Announcements WEEKLY ORANGE COUNTY PROGRESSIVE OPEN DISCUSSION NEXT MEETING Sunday, March 27, 2PM

Feb 23 Wednesday 7-9pm, Tustin: Movie Screening of "Blue Gold"
In every corner of the globe, we are polluting, diverting, pumping, and wasting our limited supply of fresh water at an expediential level as population and technology grows. The rampant overdevelopment of agriculture, housing and industry increase the demands for fresh water well beyond the finite supply, resulting in the desertification of the earth. Corporate giants force developing countries to privatize their water supply for profit. Wall Street investors target desalination and mass bulk water export schemes. Corrupt governments use water for economic and political gain. Military control of water emerges and a new geo-political map and power structure forms, setting the stage for world water wars.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780

Feb 23 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County Representatives from Residents for Responsible Desalination and Surfrider Foundation are speaking on the issues of public water (versus privatized) and ocean desalination- "Developing a sustainable, economic, and environmentally-conscious future water supply"
Surfrider's vision of the current waste of precious energy and water resources, and solutions for creating a more sustainable management system, are captured in their new video: "The Cycle of Insanity: the Real Story of Water" Please take 20 minutes to watch the video before the meeting. You can see the short video at: knowyourh2o.org
Green Valley Adult Recreation Clubhouse 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley Doors Open at 6:30 pm, Meeting 7 pm

Feb 23 Wednesday 7:30pm, Santa Ana: Criminalization or Treatment Carla Jacob, Treatment Advocacy Center
Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 13922 Prospect Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705, Cross Streets: Prospect & 17th St.
A brief history of the Criminalization of people with mental illness in California. The Lanterman, Petris, Short (L.P.S.) Act and unintended consequences. Anosognosia, how and why it may be difficult for our loved ones with mental illness to engage and participate in Mental Health services. Preventable tragedies and Assisted Outpatient treatment in Orange County - how we can help people with mental illness before they become dangerous and/or gravely disabled. Learn more about Laura's Law, AB 1421

[update] Feb 24 Thursday noon, Garden Grove/Newport Beach: MoveOn: Invest in America Speak Out
District Office for Loretta Sanchez, 12397 Lewis Street, Suite 101, Garden Grove CA 92840
We will be asking Representative Sanchez to take our stories back to D.C., support and initiate legislation to turn around the economy, and to take a lead in job creation. Local media will be contacted to cover this event. Media respond to numbers so you and your friends are needed. Storytellers needed: If you have a story to share, about how you have been affected by the economy or loss of healthcare or your job or your business, or are concerned about social security etc. and would like to talk for 2-3 min, to share your story, please contact Craig ASAP at 714-473-2798. RSVP at pol.moveon.org/event/invest2011/112755
Rep. John Campbell's Office, 601 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Local residents of the 48th congressional district including MoveOn council members will each speak for several minutes with personal stories of how the economic downturn has affected them personally. The group will rally to demand that Congress act to increase employment and improve the economy. New members welcome always! Visit the event website to register: pol.moveon.org/event/invest2011/112443

Feb 24 Thursday noon, Costa Mesa: The Democratic Foundation Of Orange County Cordially invites you to a lunch discussion with special guest: Dean Erwin Chemerinsky Erwin Chemerinsky is the Founding Dean and Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, with a joint appointment in Political Science.
Dean Chemerinsky is one of the Nation's top Constitutional Law Scholars. He is a prolific author of brilliant scholarly articles and books. He has a unique knack for explaining profound legal doctrine in very understandable language.
Dean Chemerinsky will discuss his latest book The Conservative Assault on the Constitution.
The Center Club 650 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa (no parking validation offered) There is no charge for DFOC Members current with their membership dues. Non-Member tickets are $45.00. Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 22nd. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Henry at (714) 979-4436 or via email at info@dfoc.com.

Feb 24 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm, Santa Ana: Candlelight Vigil in Support of Workers in Wisconsin Santa Ana State Office Building 28 Civic Center Plz Santa Ana, CA
Join the Orange County Labor Federation for a candlelight vigil to support workers in Wisconsin and our collective bargaining rights! Federal Law has allowed workers to form unions. Attacks on workers' basic rights is sweeping the country and we must stand together to ensure it doesn't happen here! beta.oclabor.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=42%3Acandlelight-vigil-in-support-of-workers-in-wisconsin

Feb 24 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: You are cordially invited to OCEC Outreach's First Quarterly meeting. We will be discussing the committee's participation in community events and other items. The agenda will include: * Tet Festival and Parade Debrief * Progressive Conference * Latino LGBT Conference * Great American Write In * Harvey Milk Day * Storytellers Workshop in English, Spanish ,and Vietnamese * Pride 2011 Feel free to add more topics to the agenda. Meeting will be at Minerva's 949 400 8123 or 949 733 8565 ocequality.ning.com/groups/group/show?id=2911519%3AGroup%3A1443

Feb 24 Thursday 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Zonta Grants Awards Dinner. Grants will be announced to seven non-profit organizations to support their programs in advancing the status of women-Artists United for Social Justice, Colette's Children's Home, Inc., Dodge College of Film, Chapman University, Yesenia's Humanitarian Foundation, Serving Peope in Need, Inc., The Wooden Floor, OC Children's Therapeutic Art Center. Location: Zonta Newport Harbor Clubhouse, 245 Fischer Ave., Ste. A&C, Costa Mesa. RSVP to Barbara Sisson, sissoncom@aol.com, 714/964-0441 by Monday 2/21. Price $20. Free parking

Feb 24 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Join the OCEC Action Team as we call previously identified supporters of LGBT equality and we ask them to get involved in our cause. We will start with a full training and then make calls. Dates - February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Location: Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Contact: Mel Distel (714)362-7523

Feb 24 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92604 Free. Refreshements will be served.

Feb 24/25/26 Thursday 8:30pm, Friday/Saturday 8pm, Irvine: V-Day @ UC Irvine Presents The Vagina Monologues UC Irvine- Engineering Hall 1200 vdayuci.com

Feb 26 Saturday 9:30am-5pm, Los Angeles: Just Media: LA Media Reform Summit 2011 If you are concerned that our democracy is being usurped by today's media, that communities are being harmed by the absence of local news coverage, and that diverse groups lack access to the media, now is the time to act!
Occidental College, 200 Johnson Hall, 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles, CA 90041 commoncause.org/ca/mediasummit

Feb 26 Saturday 10am-3pm, Claremont: Anti-Death Penalty Activist Training Bauer Forum, Claremont McKenna College, 500 E 9th Street Claremont CA 91711
Includes guest speakers and FREE LUNCH! Please RSVP to James Clark, jclark@aclu-sc.org, 213-977-5258 For more information visit EndDeathPenaltyLA.org/training.html

Feb 26 Saturday 2-4pm, Anaheim: National Association for Equal Justice in America New location: West Anaheim Youth Center, 320 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim 92804
For more information please contact Mary Jones, Chairperson Orange County Community Liaison Committee: (714) 499-8987 or (310) 608-5878 N.A.E.J.A. A Non-Profit Civil Rights Organization www.naeja.bizland.com

Feb 27 Sunday 10am, Mission Viejo: "Is American a Christian Nation? Don't Take it on Faith" William Lobdell, award-winning author, former religion writer for the LA Times and current visiting faculty member at UC Irvine, where he teaches "Religion and the Media" and "The Internet, Blogs and Politics"
Tapestry Unitarian-Universalist Congregation, 23436 Madero, Suite #140, Mission Viejo, CA For additional information: www.tapestryuu.org, admin@tapestryuu.org

[update] Feb 27 Sunday 4:30-7pm, Irvine: Democratic Club of Greater Irvine: Trying to Understand a World in Turmoil IRWD Duck Club, off Riparian Way, which is off Michaelson Drive, near Culver
We were all transfixed by the revolution in Egypt. We'll be watching a panel discussion that took place at UC Irvine last week, featuring Professor Mark LeVine, expert on the Middle East and Islam, who spent many days right in the middle of Tahrir Square in Cairo. Salim Shahine, a UCI instructor and anthropologist from Egypt joins him. Discussion on the revolutions sweeping the Mid East, and the labor protest taking place in Wisconsin will follow. Please join us for our first catered refreshments. We need your rsvp! Please indicate if you want a complete meal for $18.00, beverage and dessert $10.00, or beverage only $5.00. If you want a meal, indicate whether vegetarian.

Feb 28 Monday 11:30am-2:30pm, Irvine: Chalk against the charges UC Irvine, Anteater Plaza/Flagpoles
This quarter we have seen criminal charges being brought against Irvine students for free speech activities on campus. Nineteen students and organizers are facing numerous misdemeanors for a sit-in in Aldrich Hall last February (who have plead non guilty and have pretrial March 7). The Irvine 11 are facing misdemeanor conspiracy charges after speaking out in protest of the Israeli ambassador Michael Oren (Arraignment is scheduled for March 11). UCIPD have been called in by the administration to detain and harass students participating in previous chalking events, even though the police chief said it is not illegal. Photos have been taken of UCIPD officers removing legitimate signs and banners around campus announcing political events.
Enough is enough. It is unprecedented for criminal charges to be brought against students for a peaceful sit-in or heckling a public official. These actions are protest, not crimes. So come out to the flagpoles Wednesday to leave messages of support for those facing charges and demand that the administration protect its students by pushing for the charges to be dropped. CHALK IS FREE SPEECH! END REPRESSION OF STUDENT PROTEST! STUDENT RIGHTS CANNOT BE ERASED

Feb 28 Monday 6-8pm, Irvine: Jewish Voices Fight Back panel featuring three activists sharing Jewish perspectives on Palestinian solidarity activism. The speakers are: -Matan Cohen, co-founder of the Israeli direct action anti-occupation group Anarchists Against the Wall and coordinator for Hampshire College's divestment from Israel campaign -Estee Chandler, from Jewish Voice for Peace, America's largest Jewish grassroots peace group, which advocates democracy, ...human rights, and an end to the Israeli occupation of Palestine -Rachel Roberts, from Young Jewish and Proud, a project created by young leaders within Jewish Voice for Peace The three activists will discuss their experiences as well as the role students play in Palestinian solidarity activism and what we can do to get involved. They will also connect their struggles to the ongoing attempt to silence Palestinian activism at UCI and other university campuses, providing a powerful challenge to the Zionist narrative that claims that "pro-Palestinian activism threatens Jewish students."
Crystal Cove Auditorium, UCI Created By Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) at UCI, Sjp At Uci

Feb 28 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
For more information, please call the DPOC office at 714-835-5158.

Mar 1 Tuesday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: Wisconsin Comes to Costa Mesa - Stop Layoff of 250 City Employees Costa Mesa City Hall 77 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA
Jim Righeimer, co-author of Prop 226 forbidding unions to use member money for political contributions, founder of the Education Alliance and board member of the Family Action PAC now wants to lay off 250 Costa Mesa city employees. He says it's because of the budget, but we know it's union-busting. Come pull a comment card and show your support for public employees and city services. Come early to get a seat!

Mar 1 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660 (if you have any trouble finding the place, please call Anshul at 949.954.0785)
We will discuss: # Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. # Mar 12: Screening of Worse Than War. # Apr 16: Candlelight vigil (April is Genocide Awareness and Prevention month). # The United States and the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Mar 1 Tuesday 6:30-9pm, Irvine: Students for Justice in Palestine, Society of Arab Students, the Black Student Union, and Kenya Dream at UCI are proud to present RHYMES FOR PALESTINE, a concert featuring five socially conscious hip-hop artists advocating for social justice. Lowkey, Logic, Shadia Mansour, Neo-Nephilim Theory and Jody McIntyre Special opening presentation: Jody McIntyre is a young activist who has worked for various humans rights causes and has lived in Palestine. He was dragged out of his wheelchair by police at the recent protests against fee hikes in the UK, bringing attention to the disabled as a minority group. Student Center Terrace Outdoor Stage, UCI

Mar 1 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods Village: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village presents Women in Motion: Artists and Humanists International Women's Day . . .is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to division--whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political. It is a time to assess how far women have come in the struggle for equality, peace and development. It is also an opportunity to unite, network and mobilize for meaningful change.
Club House 7 Come at 6:30 PM for coffee, teas, and snacks ! Members Free, Guest Donation $2 lagunawoodsvillage.com/section.cfm?id=493

Mar 2 Wednesday noon-1pm, Irvine: Rally in defense of public education and student activism at the UCI flagpoles
This is a tentative announcement concerning the rally in support of public education and student activism. It is a part of actions around the state to both fight the cuts to public education, and the administration's continuing effort to privatize the university. Last year, there was an extraordinary effort to fight against the racism and exploitation occurring within the UC system. Those actions and protests had a serious impact on the decisions made by the administration, but the serious problems tied to the structural racism, lack of transparency, and lack of democratic forms of accountability remain. Additionally, the university and state have responded to the rise in student activism, by criminalizing the activists, and we are also calling this event to protest the charges placed by the Orange County DA against political protest. We need to continue the fight for a genuinely public university that is accessible to all and responds to the needs and desires of all its members. More details to follow. Please pass this onto other folks.

Mar 2 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: Home Skills for the Green Citizen - Keeping Your Home in the "Green" Zone Save resources and have fun learning to preserve food and compost your leftovers. Join Delilah Snell, a Master Preserver, of The Road Less Traveled Store and others as the series tackles these insightful skill sets for the home!
Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room, 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Mar 2 Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Irvine: Olive Tree Initiative Community Forum "Revolt, Revolution and Reform in the Middle East: the Path to Democracy?!" We invite you to a student and community discussion about how recent historic events in the Middle East have impacted the region and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Social & Behavior Science Gateway (Room 1517) UCI Light refreshments will be provided

Mar 2 Wednesday 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County presents guest speaker Nathan Gonzalez on "Events in Egypt and Beyond" Nathan Gonzalez is a Fellow with the Truman National Security Project and lecturer of international relations and politics of the Middle East at Cal State Long Beach. He is author of two books: Engaging Iran, and The Sunni-Shia Conflict. Nathan holds a master of international affairs from Columbia University and is currently finishing his PhD at UCLA. The meeting starts at 6:30pm with social time until 7:15, when the meeting begins. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, Metropointe Center. For more information, email Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com

Mar 3 Thursday 9:30am, Laguna Woods Village: WE DID IT FOR YOU~Women's Journey Through History There was a time when women had no rights. This is a story of how it changed, told by the women who were there. wediditforyou.org
Clubhouse 5 L.I.F.E members: No Charge, Guests: $5

Mar 3 Thursday 7pm, Mission Viejo: "Freedom to Marry" movie and speaker Davina Kotulski, author of "Why You Should Give a Damn about Gay Marriage."
Tapestry UU Congregation 23436 Madero Drive #140 Mission Viejo, CA Contact: Ryan Peterson ryanlavenir@yahoo.com

Mar 3 Thursday 7-10pm, Irvine: OFA Irvine and South OC Neighborhood Team Potluck Duck Club 5 Riparian View Irvine, CA
Come join fellow OFA volunteers and neighborhood team members from Tustin, Irvine, Newport, Corona Del Mar, Lake Forest, Laguna Woods, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Trabuco, San Juan Capistrano, and San Clemente for a potluck meeting. We'll enjoy some good food and good company, have a chance to promote upcoming OFA neighborhood team and local Dem Club events, and continue mapping out our plan of action to help Turn OC Blue. RSVP today and bring a dish or beverage to share.

Mar 4 Friday 5:30-9pm, Orange: Noche de gracias 309 N. Rampart, Ste M. Orange CA 92868
Esteemed Amigos, For over thirty years we have been involved in fighting the worst abuses against our people in Orange County and many times we have triumphed together. As you know, Los Amigos has never fundraised and we are proud to say that without a penny granted to us we have been able to be a part of so much growth.
The cost ($ 35) of the ticket will cover the expenses and whatever money is left will be donated to Centro Cultural de Mexico for and on behalf of the students of the Orange County Dream Team. Please make checks payable to Centro Cultural de Mexico (501C3). Please join us in an evening of good food, music and most of all AMIGOS.

Mar 4 Friday 6:30pm, Garden Grove: OC Peace and Dignity Planning Group Meeting The first Peace & Dignity Run was held in 1992 and continues every four years. In 2000 with the formation of the Alianza Indigena, a true Inter-tribal Organization of all nations sponsored the Peace & Dignity Run in Orange County with support of all Tribal leaders including the leaders of the Juaneno (Acjachemen) Nation. The 2012 Run will be to one of the oldest surviving communities in Orange County, Anaheim Independencia community, also known as "La Colonia." The meeting will discuss the run and introduce the staff. Please bring your own chair and coffee cup. Snack donations are accepted. Location: 13612 Flower St., Garden Grove. For info, contact Lopez1212@aol.com; call 714/539-2266; text 714/206-5813. 13612 Flower St., Garden Grove, CA 92703

Mar 4 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Forgiveness and Healing"
We see Ed Tick and his wife Kate Dahlstedt take a group of traumatized Vietnam War vets back to the land here they fought and killed, to help them learn the art of "forgiveness of the self" for what they did during a war almost 40 years ago. Azim Khamisa practices "forgiveness of the other" as he traces how he learned to forgive the boy who murdered his own son. Now Khamisa works with the killer's grandfather to foster forgiveness and healing with young audiences all over the world.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Mar 5 (not ~~2^nd~~ Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting date changed to March 5 So that we can participate in OCPC endorsed International Women's Week MOTHERS MARCH
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Mar 6 (1^st Sunday) 8am-4:30pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. If you would like to help please contact Jeff Merrick @ jeff.mfso@earthlink.net or call 562-522-4241

Mar 6 Sunday 11am-6pm, Fountain Valley: Celebrate Egyptian Victory in Mile Square Regional Park (Forest Shelter)
From Euclid between Heil & Warner, 16801 Euclid, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Witnessing the latest political changes in Egypt, we are very proud and honored to invite you all to our (Pride Egyptian Day) event taking place on Sunday March 6th 2011. It's a family event with free food, and activities for the kids. The event highlights our respect to the most successful and peaceful revolution in history, a tribute to those who lost their lives and an active gathering for fresh minded Egyptians excited to share their ideas of rebuilding Egypt with the whole world. Please feel free to invite all your friends and family, our celebration will be complete with your presence. For more information call Hasnaa Nour: (714) 330-3257

Mar 6 Sunday 1pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting After Saturday's massive, 50-state mobilization, we need to act quickly to strengthen the movement to save the American Dream. The middle class is still under attack: Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is still pushing hard to strip workers of their rights, and Republicans in Congress are pushing a federal budget that would cut 700,000 jobs from our economy in the next two years. moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=112988

Mar 6 Sunday 5:30-9:30pm, Garden Grove: Islamic Relief USA Presents: HELPING LIBYANS IN NEED: Libya Humanitarian Relief Hyatt Regency Orange County 11999 Harbor Blvd. Garden Grove, CA 92840
Guest Speaker: Dr. Maher Hathout Chairman, Islamic Shura Council of So Cal Tickets: $35 At the door: $40 For more info Contact: (714) 676-1309 (909) 802-3853 sw@IslamicReliefUSA.org

Mar 6 Sunday 6-8:30pm, Lake Forest: Bands and Bellies 6 at Green Earth Coffee, 20025 Lake Forest, Unit 101,
Bands And Bellies Peace Concerts were born out of Alec and Sarah's organizing of the LA/OC parts of the World March For Peace in 2009 Cover charge = suggested donation of $10 per adult. No one turned away! (Just send us a message beforehand: bandsandbellies@gmail.com) FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT---BRING YOUR MUNCHKINS! A percentage of proceeds at the door will go to an Orange County animal rights activism group.

Mar 7 Monday 7pm, Santa Ana: Democratic Club of Central Orange County: Learn about how the Fresh & Easy chain isn't all that Fresh & Easy on their employees and find out the latest about what is going at the Democratic Party of Orange County
Berny Enriquez from UFCW 324 teaches us about how Fresh & Easy takes advantage of workers and isn't a good member of the communities they move into. Gerrie Schipske from the DPOC will bring updates of how Democrats can become active in fundraising, elections, and local politics to make a change in Orange County for the better.
Marie Callendars, 1821 N Grand, Santa Ana, CA (Grand north of 17th.) Social/dinner at 6:30 pm, program at 7 pm

Mar 8 Tuesday 7am-8pm, San Clemente: Measure A election Playa Del Norte Commercial Development Project ocvote.com/election/sanclm2011/sanclm2011.htm

Mar 8 Tuesday noon-1:30pm, Laguna Hills: NWPC OC Luncheon w/ Sister Donna Quinn, QC
For decades, Sister Donna Quinn has championed the rights of women to use contraception, seek ordination and end unwanted pregnancies. The Dominican nun has picketed for abortion rights in Washington, petitioned the pope for a female archbishop and escorted women into abortion clinics. NWPC OC is pleased to have this rare opportunity to have a conversation with Sister Donna Quinn, OP and invites you to join in that conversation. Get more information Sincerely, Tammi McIntyre, President National Women's Political Caucus of Orange County nwpctammi@pacbell.net (949) 697-7532

Mar 8 Tuesday 5-7pm, Anaheim: City Council Meet and PTF Presentation Anaheim city hall
Come Join us at this upcoming Anaheim City Council Meeting where Anaheim Poverty Task Force Members will present thousands of Support Cards for our 5-Year Plan to Address homelessness that have been collected from people of faith throughout Anaheim. We hope to have a big showing from the community!

Mar 8 Tuesday 6-8pm, Fullerton: MoveOn "American Dream Campaign" planning mtg 2518 E. Balfour Ave. Fullerton, CA, 92831 pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/113016

Mar 9 Wednesday 11:30am-1:30pm, Irvine: What Women Want: International Reproductive Rights Join panelists ROBERT ENGELMAN, vice president of Worldwatch Institute and author of More: Population, Nature and What Women Want; DEE REDWINE, director of Latin America Programs for Planned Parenthood Federation of American; and award-winning documentary filmmaker LAUREL GARRETT, as they discuss the global environmental challenges posed by the intersection of women's health, reproductive choice, and world population.
Andrei's Conscious Cuisine, 2607 Main Street, Irvine, CA 91614 INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $45 To purchase tickets or for more information, please call 714.922.4145 or visit considerthisOC.org.

Mar 9 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: Keeping it Green at School - Help Promote Healthy Living at Our Schools
Our kids are at school for more than 150 days out of the year. You've made changes at home, but you want to see those changes happen at school as well, right? Join Green Up Our Schools, the Moms from the Davis Magnet School Earth Lab, Teachers from College Park Elementary and others to learn about what it takes to get your school to be a "Green" leader in the community.
Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room, 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Mar 9 Wednesday 6-8pm, Irvine: OC NOW meeting Irvine Ranch Water District Offices - 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in Irvine nowoc.org/e107_plugins/calendar_menu/event.php?1297292400.event.162

Mar 9 Wednesday 6-8pm, Orange: LOVE RALLY & other action planning meeting Beckman 404, Chapman University, 1 University Drive, Orange, CA 92866
Guest Speaker: Adel Syed, a Representative of CAIR-LA (the Council on American Islamic Relations - Los Angeles) This is the organization that produced and released the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NutFkykjmbM As my students and I watched this video together in WMST 498, we collectively decided: WE REFUSE TO SIT IDLY BY AND LET SUCH HATRED GO UNCHALLENGED. WE REFUSE TO NOT BE A PROGRESSIVE FORCE IN OUR COMMUNITY, COUNTRY & WORLD. We call upon members of the Chapman University community and of Orange County at large to help us organize actions in solidarity with Muslim Americans in OC and in protest against the Tea Party Hate Group "We Surround them OC 912," North Orange County Conservative Assocation, ACT! for America, Pamela Geller of "Stop Islamicization of America," Villa Park Councilwoman Deborah Pauly (R), Congressman Ed Royce (R) and Congressman Gary Miller (R), and the like. If you are saddened, infuriated, and nauseated by the contents of this video, would like to engage in grassroots action to do something, and are interested in organizing, being informed of, and joining in on a Love Rally or other actions, then join this event on FB as an attendee. More information to be announced soon about when and where we should meet to discuss a Plan of Action. Please invite others to this event, and share the video as widely as you can. sincerely, prof clara k magliola (with Melissa Avila, Jill Wade, Laura Kreyche, Danielle Butterfield, Nat Cohen, Matt Ritter, Caitlin Di Fede,Thomas Turner, Jessica Price, Heather Martin AND Chapman University's Social Justice Community)

Mar 9 (2^nd Wednesday) 7:30-10pm, Irvine: Peace-In-Motion Movie Night: The Narrow Path This quietly powerful documentary is the humbling and very moving story of a man who truly walks the talk of peace. Following in the footsteps of the great apostles of nonviolence - Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., Dorothy Day, Thomas Merton and Oscar Romero - Jesuit priest John Dear offers a challenging example to everyone who seeks a peaceful world.
Center For Living Peace 4139 Campus Drive Irvine, California 92612 goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-movie-night-narrow-path-2011-03-09

Mar 10 Thursday noon-1pm, Irvine: "Today, I am a Muslim, too" RALLY Student Center UCI
We, the UC Irvine Community, would like to show our support for the Muslim American community, by leading a peaceful rally in this struggle against Islamaphobia, xenophobia, racial profiling, and hateful bigotry. THIS THURSDAY, from 12pm-1pm, join UC Irvine students in a peaceful demonstration in the STUDENT CENTER RING! Wear DARK BLUE/NAVY to stand in solidarity with the Muslim American community against the racist & hateful actions that happened in Yorba Linda! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6t6d9YBuFM

Mar 10 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Orange: the DREAM lives on: Undocumented, Unafraid and Unapologetic 309 N. Rampart St. 92868 Orange, CA
Come join the Orange County Dream Team in collaboration with the Orange County DREAM Act coalition to kick off the regional campaign for the passage of the California DREAM Act. The CA DREAM Act would provide students who qualify for in state tuition an opportunity to apply for specified financial aid. We celebrate this night with music, entertainment and special guest speakers. Please invite your family, friends and fellow DREAMERs to celebrate a night full of DREAMS. Save the date. In California the DREAM lives on!

Mar 10 Thursday 6:30pm, Irvine: OC Renewables: Just How Clean is Cleantech? ocrenewables.org The Duck Club 5 Riparian Way Irvine, CA

Mar 10 Thursday 7pm, Huntington Beach: CPR for the Mesa Community Meeting Huntington Beach Central Library 7111 Talbert
The Bolsa Chica Land Trust working in cooperation with the Department of Fish and Game, has developed a 10 year restoration plan for the Bolsa Chica Mesa. The project includes a 65 acre native grassland, additional Southern California Coastal Sage Scrub, seasonal wetlands, enhancements to the Warner Pond ESHA (Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area), and riparian/herbaceous wetland habitats. Come find out more about the project, and how you can become part of restoring the mesa!

Mar 10 Thursday 7-9pm, Aliso Viejo: Community Cinema at Soka University - Pushing the Elephant Pauling Hall 216, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Pushing the Elephant by Beth Davenport and Elizabeth Mandel captures one of the most important stories of our age, in which genocidal violence is challenged by the moral fortitude and grace of one woman's mission for peace. soka.edu/news_events/events/2011/03/Community-Cinema-at-Soka-University---Pushing-the-Elephant.aspx

Mar 10 Thursday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats Bistro 400, 400 West 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA
ocyd.net SPECIAL GUESTS Adel Syed Center for American-Islamic Relations. Mr. Syed was present at the Muslim event that was protested last month in Yorba Linda. Berny Enriquez United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. Mr. Enriquez is speaking about both local and national labor issues. Henry Vandermier California Democratic Party. Mr. Vandermeir will speak about a March 25th Leadership training co-hosted by the Orange County Young Democrats and the California Democratic Party.

Mar 10 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Reclaiming Our Connection to Food: Embracing Food Problems in a Day of New Solutions Lecture and Discussion by Mark Winne Lawn opens at 6:30 p.m. for picnics; lecture starts at 7:30 p.m
Orange County Great Park www.ocgp.org for more information (866) 829-3829

Mar 11 Friday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives will host CeCe Sloan, president of the Southern California Chapter of UniFem, and show a DVD about Kenya environmentalist, Wangari Maathi, 2004 Nobel Peace Prize winner and founder of the Green Belt Movement.
This program is in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Women's International Month. Potluck at 6:30 p.m., film at 7:15 p.m. Please bring a dish to share. The Potluck for Progressives is sponsored by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805. Visit our website at www.uuchurchoc.org, or follow us on Facebook

Mar 11 Friday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Living with a Positive Footprint :: Launch Party Cisco Home @ The Camp, 2937 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
In conjunction with The Camp & Cisco Home, Ecofficiency.org presents: Living with a Positive Footprint, a monthly speaker series designed to spark thought and positive change within our community. Naturally we want to celebrate, so please join us for complimentary appetizers and cocktails, while DJ's spin tunes, and learn about the exciting events we have in store for 2011.

Mar 12 Saturday 8am, Seal Beach: DCWOC will be there at 7, but OFFICIAL time is 8 AM): Joint "coffee and conversation" at Bogart's in Seal Beach (905 Ocean Avenue) with Democratic Club of West OC and PDA. A "pier walk and talk" will be at 9 AM. Meet grassy area across street if too crowded, parking on street or lots south of Ocean Ave., look for Stephanie P. with Young Dems t-shirt. Go to dcwoc.org for details or email westocdems@yahoo.com

Mar 12 Saturday 10am-noon, Orange: Region 18 Quarterly Meeting for CDP Delegates Location: Teamsters Local 952, 140 South Marks Way, Orange, CA 92868 California Democratic Party Delegates: Join Regional Director Steve Young for the quarterly regional meeting at the Teamsters Hall in Orange. We will talk about the upcoming convention and answer questions for new delegates. The meeting is open to all delegates. A light breakfast will be served. Please RSVP by Thursday, March 10 -- region18democrats@gmail.com or 949-640-4400.

Mar 12 Saturday 11am, Los Angeles: International Women's Week MOTHERS MARCH Gather 11am outside DCFS office 425 Shatto Place, LA 90020 March to MacArthur Park;
For info: call 323 276 9833 la@allwomencount.net Mothers March called by Global Women's Strike, for all GWS international demands. globalwomenstrike.net

Mar 12/13 Saturday 4pm-Sunday noon, Santa Ana: 10th Annual Grrl Fair A Celebration of International Womyn's Day!
Workshops, Art, Music, Film, Crafters and Speakers will be hosted inside various artists galleries inside the Santora arts building throughout the day. 207 N. Broadway Downtown Santa Ana, CA 92701 grrlfair@yahoo.com

[update] Mar 12 Saturday 6pm, Garden Grove: Palestinian American Women's Association of Southern CA International Women's Day The focus of PAWA's International Women's Day Banquet will be "The People's Revolution: Media, Protest, and the Changing of the Arab World". The keynote speaker, As'ad AbuKhalil, is a Lebanese-American professor of political science at CSU Stanislaus and visiting professor at UC Berkeley. He is the author of several books and maintains the nationally recognized blog, The Angry Arab News Service. He will be joined by Sherine Hafez, assistant professor at UC Riverside and expert on women in the Arab world, maestro Nabil Azzam, and political cartoonist and radio host Khalil Bendib. Former White House news correspondent Helen Thomas will also address the event via video.
Embassy Suites Hotel, 11767 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92840 Adult: $65 Student: $45 Tables: Gold: $1,500, Silver: $1,200, Bronze $1,000 For reservations or information call 909-861-8645, 949-310-0015. Purchase tickets online at: pawasca.org

Mar 12 Saturday 6pm, Irvine: Pacifica Lectures: Muslim-Jewish Relations in Southern California Pacifica Institute, 17851 Sky Park Circle, Suite C, Irvine 92614
Keynote speaker Prof. Michael McGaha, Professor of Modern Languages at Pomona College, will discuss recent successful attempts to improve relations between Muslims and Jews in Southern California. Disagreements have often overshadowed the many commonalities between Jews and Muslims, but both groups have much to gain from working together. Prof. McGaha is best known for his books, articles, and translations of 17th-century Spanish literature, including religious texts written by Jews, Muslims, and Christians. During the past 10 years, he has studied and written about Turkish literature, including autobiographies of Orhan Pamuk and Vitali Hakko. He is on the Board of Trustees of Temple Sholom of Ontario, a Conservative synagogue. Reception, 6pm. Lecture, 6:30pm. Please RSVP: 310-208-7290 or lectures@pacificainstitute.org pacificainstitute.org

Mar 12 Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: Inside Job Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
Now, how can we put the cookie jar back together? 6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: Inside Job - Yes! the film that just won the Academy Award for best Documentary. 8:20 PM: Discussion! At last a clear, honest explanation of what caused the Economic Collapse, and who is responsible. There is much in this film to make you furious. We should have paid attention to what our grandparents learned from the Crash of '29. Now, how can we put the cookie jar back together?

Mar 12 Saturday 6:45-9pm, Irvine: Screening of "Worse Than War" presented by IUCC Advocates for Peace & Justice Orange County for Darfur, a project of Living Ubuntu
Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, California 92604
Worse Than War, based on Daniel Jonah Goldhagen's book of the same title, is the first documentary to step back and focus on the general phenomenon of genocide We hope you will join us for this free screening and discussion. livingubuntu.org/events/2011/worse-than-war

Mar 12 Saturday 7pm, Irvine: Rethink Afghanistan hold up signs asking passing-by drivers to rethink the cost of the war in Afghanistan. corner of Jamboree and Barranca, near McDonald's meetup.com/Rethink-the-Afghanistan-War/Irvine-CA/73924

Mar 12 Saturday 7-10pm, Costa Mesa: Orange County Anti-War Forum Veterans, Students & Educators Speak Out! OCUUC - 1259 Victoria Street Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Mike Prysner, Iraq war veteran will speak to promote the march in LA on 3/19. Join anti-war veterans, high school students, educators and community activists at a special Orange County Anti-War Forum in Costa Mesa. There will be speakers, discussion, informational literature, opportunities to get involved and more.

Mar 13 Sunday 11am-2pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer OC: Weekly Meeting The Center Orange County, 1605 North Spurgeon Street
DeColores Queer OC invites EVERYONE to our next meeting for current members and those interested in becoming one! Come to a safe space and join us in conversations about the prevalent issues that affect us as Queer and Latin@s community here in Orange County. Learn more about DeColores and the importance of having Queer and Latin@ spaces. We have exciting events happening this year and we need your help to make them a success. please invite friends/ allies to join us! If you have any questions please email: DeColoresOC@gmail.com

Mar 13 Sunday 5:30pm, Mission Viejo: Pot Luck Dinner and Documentary Film, Taking Root Tapestry UU Congregation, 23436 Madero in Mission Viejo
Taking Root tells the dramatic story of Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Wangari Maathai whose simple act of planting trees grew into a nationwide movement to safeguard the environment, protect human rights, and defend democracy-a movement for which this charismatic woman became an iconic inspiration. Please contact Marilyn Schroeder at 123chuckle@cox.net or 949-582-8519

Mar 13 Sunday 5:30pm, Irvine: PCU "CONSCIENTIOUS PROJECTOR" FILM SERIES: "9500 Liberty" Remember last summer's uproar over AZ's passage of SB 1070? Well, this film tells the story of Prince William County, VA, which passed a law just like it in 2007. Please come, meet other local progressive Christians, and in honor of Cesar Chavez's March 31 birthday, discuss how we can support Latinos and immigrants in our own county.
Irvine United Congregational Church 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92604 Contact: Pastor Elizabeth Griswold elizabeth@iucc.org

Mar 13 Sunday 6:30-8:30pm, Santa Ana: Libya Emergency Task Force meeting / non-Libyans WELCOME Masjid Al-Hidaya mosque, 5109 West 5th Street, Santa Ana
On Wednesday March 09, 2011 the Libyan American Association of Southern California executive committee held a joint meeting with the board of trustees and the board of advisers to discuss new developments in Libya and to review available options for members of the Southern California community to participate in support of the struggle of the Libyan people. BRING YOURSELF and YOUR FAMILY and your friends, Libyan and non-Libyans alike: anyone who wants to help. This is the task force that will help us make a united agenda for Libya youth, adults, women and men

Mar 15 Tuesday 11am-1pm, Irvine: Don't Let UC Become the Next Wisconsin! UC Irvine, In front of Flagpoles
The Wisconsin governor Scott Walker proposed legislation that would take away workers right to collective bargaining and slash workers pay and benefits. At the same time, Walker issued tax cuts that benefit the rich. Let's stop UC executives from doing the same here! Come and support the workers! The more students show up, the more the workers will be willing to fight for their right and not hold back! La Union Hace La Fuerza!

[update] Mar 15 Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm, Irvine/Orange: MoveOn "Defend the Dream" Rally
Alton Athletic Park, northeast corner of Culver & Alton, Irvine pol.moveon.org/event/defenddream/113158
City Hall Steps, 300 E Chapman Ave. Orange, CA 92866 pol.moveon.org/event/defenddream/113285

Mar 15 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660 (if you have any trouble finding the place, please call Anshul at 949.954.0785)
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Apr 3: JWW OC Walk to End Genocide * Apr 9: OCFD booth at the Great American Write In * Apr 16: Our Candlelight Vigil to commemorate Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month in April.

Mar 15 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: "The Road to Peace: Next Steps?" P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
The U.S. recently vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution on the illegality of the Israeli settlements on the West Bank. We will hold a round table on "The Road to Peace: Next Steps?" Audience discussion will follow. Round table participants are Nadia and Jim Bettendorf, Nabil Dajani, Dr. Robby Gordon and Jeff Warner. Ruth Shapin will moderate. Please join us and share your ideas. We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive.

Mar 16 Wednesday 11:30am-1:30pm, Tustin: Federal Health Care Reform and Bank Reform Legislation: How will the New Laws Affect Us? China Palace Restaurant 13444 Newport Avenue
Guest Speaker: Joe Dunn, Former State Senator Executive Director, State Bar of California Cost, including lunch: $13 for LWV members, $15 for non-members. Please pay at the door. To make a reservation, contact Sue Guilford at (714) 538-8895 or e-mail: sguilford@socal.rr.com RESERVATION DEADLINE: March 8. http://ocilo.ca.lwvnet.org/calendar.html

Mar 16 Wednesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: Mobilizing - Take What You've Learned, Pass It On, Build a Healthier Community, Make Things Happen
You've made changes at home, changes at work and even changes at your school, and you're ready to pass on the message and get the rest of the community on board - so what's next? Join Sibley Sabori from the Costa Mesa EcoMoms club, Newport Harbor Surf and Environmental Class - Youth Against Styrofoam Campaign and Eric Chevalier from Zero Trash Newport Beach to learn about outreach techniques to enlist community involvement.
Neighborhood Community Center - Hamilton Room, 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. For more information or to RSVP info@earthresource.org or call 949-645-5163

Mar 16 Wednesday 6-9pm, Santa Ana: Left of Center Drinks at Bistro 400 Hope you can join your fellow 'left of center' folks for a drink. This would be our 3rd happy hour and we hope it keeps on growing like it has. See you then

Mar 16 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: INTERFAITH WITNESSES Many of you wrote to CAIR or expressed on the Face Book and email your disgust at the actions of several elected officials and others outside an ICNA fundraiser in Yorba Linda last month.
A team of "Interfaith Witnesses" is being formed to respond to such events in the future. Please note that we will not engage or confront harassers in any way at any time. (You will be asked to commit to this before you participate at future events.)
This meeting will be held to briefly explain the concept and form geographical teams of Interfaith Witnesses. ALL people of ALL faiths, clergy and laity, are encouraged to attend:
Orange County Friends Meeting, 2091 Business Center Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, 92612 Here's their website, with directions, etc. http://www.orangecountyquakers.org/ For information: (714) 362-7676 or (714) 368-5100 If you are interested in holding a similar organizational meeting in your area, please call.

Mar 16 Wednesday 7pm, Newport Beach: "Slavery and Human Trafficking: What it is, why it is, and what is being done to address this issue" The Peace and Justice Commission of St. Mark Presbyterian Church invites you to hear Kay Buck, Executive Director of CAST-LA (Coalition Against Slavery and Trafficking), speak Wednesday evening, March 16, at 7pm in our Fellowship Hall. Kay Buck has over twenty years experience in the field of human rights. You won't want to miss this opportunity! The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Suzanne Darweesh at 714-732-9101 or at sdarweesh@aol.com.

Mar 16 Wednesday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Forgotten People in a Forgotten Land :: Series Night 1 The Camp, 2937 Bristol Street
Please join Ecofficiency.org at Cisco Home @ The Camp as we cover our work in Haiti, how it relates to sustainability, and implications for disaster relief in Japan. This promises to be a unique and informative perspective on sustainability - encouraging action in the immediate term that leads to change in the long term. $5 donation at the door includes complimentary drinks (wine, beer, juice) and appetizers from Taco Asylum. Our speaker series will continue on the 3rd Wednesday of every month through the end of the year. Check our blog for the most up to date info: www.ecofficiency.org/blog

Mar 16 Wednesday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: El Batallón de los San Patricios: una historia de la solidaridad entre los mexicanos y los celtas Un discurso presentado por el Colectivo Tonantzin y el Movimiento Mexica
El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Este evento es gratis. Se ofrecerán comida y bebidas para beneficiar el Centro Cultural de México. Por favor no vendedores. Para más información: (714)381-5331. El Café Filosófico/Cátedra Filosófico en colaboración con el Colectivo Tonantzin

Mar 16 Wednesdays 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church presents An Adult Education Course Exploring Green Theology Making Moral Judgments and Acting in a World In Environmental Crisis.
Orange Coast UU Church 1259 Victoria Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA Optional Potluck Dinner - 5:00 - 7:00 PM Course - 7:00 - 9:00 PM Course will be held for six consecutive Wednesdays from March 16 to April 20 and one weekend session on April 28-29. For more details or to register, email green@ocuuc.org visit ocuuc.org/greensanctuary.php or call 949.351.5948

Mar 17 Thursday 2pm, Laguna Woods Village: Book Review: Aftershock: The Next Economy and America's Future by Robert B. Reich, He discusses the negative impact of the rich using their increasing wealth to speculate and how an angrier politics emerges as more Americans conclude the game is rigged for the benefit of a few.
Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge Email: cclagunawoodsvillage@gmail.com lagunawoodsvillage.com/images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/BOOK%20REVIEW%20March%202011%20pdf%20flyer.pdf

Mar 17 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Sharon Quirk-Silva's 5th Annual St. Patrick's Day Reception Please join her to hear the latest information about what is happening in Fullerton at Steamers' Cafe in Downtown Fullerton 138 W. Commonwealth Ave No charge to attend! Contributions welcome! Sharon and Invited guests will be speaking at 5:30 p.m. RSVP: sdquirk@roadrunner.com or 714-928-9795

Mar 17 Thursday 6-8pm, Anaheim: Tom Daly's St. Patrick's Day Celebration/Fundraiser at The Catch, 2100 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim
Tom Daly's 14th Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration/Fundraiser
Please join Orange County Clerk-Recorder Tom Daly for his annual St. Patrick's Day celebration. Cost is $75 per person. Checks for reservations and/or contributions should be made out to "Daly for Clerk-Recorder 2014." Mail to: 8072 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647. For more information or to RSVP, contact: rsvp@deborahdudleyandassociates.com, call 714-842-8683, or fax 714-596-6320.

Mar 17 Thursday 7pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema presents: "The Ground Truth" Produced and Directed by Patricia Foulkrod With Executive Producer Jody Evans, Co-Founder of Code Pink We have all heard the phrase, "Support The Troops". But do we listen to them? Have they had the opportunity to give their perspective? "The Ground Truth" does just that, with commentary from various returning Iraq War service members. This excellent documentary covers many serious topics, from the conditoning used in boot camp to make ordinary people into killers, to the deceptive tactics used to recruit new service members, to the devastating physical, psychological and emotional effects of war on the troops and their families. Includes footage of Jimmy Massey, co-founder of Iraq Veterans Against The War, Lt. Col. David Grossman (author of "On Killing"), neurologist Robert Scaer, M.D. and Mary Nguyen, Mental Health Counselor, Dallas Veterans Administration (VA). No discussion about the proper way to support our troops has merit without their input. Come to this special screening of Radical Cinema, two days before the annual ANSWER Coalition March in downtown Los Angeles. 1 hour 18 minutes, Group Discussion Following The Movie
Shades Of Afrika, 1001 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 436-2210 (Across the street from McDonald's; do not park in their lot, they will tow) Fundraiser for the Long Beach Recruitment Awareness Project (LBRAP) Raising awareness of the realities of military recruitment. $5.00 Donation Door Prize: Winner of a $1.00 raffle drawing will take home the "Ground Truth" DVD

Mar 18 Friday noon, Costa Mesa: Luncheon honoring Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones Center Club, 650 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa There is no charge for DFOC Members current with their membership dues. Non-Member tickets are $45.00 here: actblue.com/page/dfocevent Please RSVP by Tuesday, March 15th. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Henry at (714) 979-4436 or via email.

Mar 18 Friday 2pm, Seal Beach: SPAW Film Screening: "The Tillman Story" Seal Beach, Leisure World, Clubhouse 4
Senior Patriots Against the War sponsor screening of The Tillman Story
A few months after 9-11, Pat Tillman walked away from a multimillion-dollar professional football contract to enlist in the Army. When he was killed in Afghanistan in 2004, the U.S. government hailed his heroism and turned his death into war propaganda. Tillman's mother led the family's crusade to learn the facts about his death and in the process forced the military to admit to a high-level coverup. In fact, her son had been killed by "friendly fire," perhaps even murdered. The complete truth is still unknown. The Tillman Story was a Sundance Film Festival Official Selection in 2010. Open to the public. Admission is free. Running time 95 minutes. If you live outside Leisure World, please call 562-430-7509 a day in advance, and leave your name to be admitted at the gate.

Mar 18 Friday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Candlelight Vigil Costa Mesa City Hall. From Westside Community Group - Please help us tonight as we come together as a community to help support those friends, family, co-workers , and neighbors that have been rocked by this recent tragedy. Prayer, contemplation, and coming together as a community. Please join us as we come together for comfort and support. R.I.P. Huy Pham. Costa Mesa City Hall is at 77 Fair Drive, opposite Orange County Fairgrouns.

Mar 19 Saturday 9am-6pm, Fullerton->Claremont: Rally Against Hate The NSM, the largest openly neo-nazi organization in the U.S., has just announced that they will be holding a march and rally in Claremont. This rally will be the fourth in a string of protests the NSM has staged across the Inland Empire in the past two years. During these rallies, the NSM has targeted the LGBTQ community, people of color, people of Jewish faith, and anybody who does not align with their ideals. More specifically though, the NSM has used these rallies to harass and intimidate the large population of immigrants that reside in the Inland Empire.
I am organizing people from Orange County and LA County to support an anti NEO NAZI anti immigration rally in Claremont. This is going to be huge 1800 student are already committed to going. We are car pooling from Fullerton to Claremont to be in Claremont by 12 noon. 714-798-0854 For more information, please email us at claremontforpeace@gmail.com
The car pool will leave at 9:00 am from Fullerton. Exit Chapman in Fullerton from the 57 freeway (from South, go left)(from North go right) and we will be in the Bank of America parking lot on the left hand side just past the fwy. I cant promise a ride for any one because I'm not sure who will show up and who wont. We can figure that out when we leave. So plan on driving the whole way but it may work out that we can car pool. I guess its more of a caravan!

Mar 19 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Laguna Woods: 8th Anniversary of the Invasion of Iraq Peace Rally Corner of El Toro and Paseo de Valencia, Laguna Woods, 92637, at Chase Bank. (Please do not park in Chase Bank's lot. Lots of spaces behind Walgreen's and Laguna Hills City Hall. Don't park in Starbuck's parking lot, either, which is on the southwest side of El Toro and Valencia. CVS/Mother's Market area is fine).
Bring own creative signs. Some signs will be available, i.e. War is Not the Answer. Bring American flags.
Contact: Betsy Martin, 949-581-5453, BMartin125@comline.com lagunawoodsvillage.com/section.cfm?id=493

Mar 19 Saturday Noon, Los Angeles: Protest to Stop the Wars Hollywood & Vine Contact: ANSWER Coalition at answerla@answerla.org or 213-251-1025 http://answerla.org

Mar 19 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Judge James Gray "Separation of Church & State: The Most Important War and Peace Issue of the 21^st Century" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine
Judge Gray received his law degree from USC in 1971 prior to which he served in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica. From 1972 to 1975 he was a staff Judge Advocate and criminal defense attorney for the US Navy JAG Corps; while in the service he was awarded National Defense, Vietnam Service and Combat Action ribbons. For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Mar 20 Sunday 8-10am, Anaheim: Homeless Feeding Event New Anaheim Buddhist temple, 2780 West Lincoln Avenue oliver@CompassionProject.net compassionproject.net

Mar 20 Sunday 9am-4pm, Anaheim: Southern California Peace & Dignity Journeys 2012 Planning Meeting Anaheim Independence Park, 10841 Garza Ave., Anaheim 92804
All members from different tribes are encouraged to attend this Southern California Regional Meeting to begin planning the Peace & Dignity Run 2012. Peace & Dignity Journeys are spiritual runs that embody the prophecy of the Eagle and Condor, which mandates that at this time all indigenous peoples in the Western Hemisphere be reunited in a spiritual way to heal our nations and work toward a better future for our children and the generations to come. RSVP to Lupe Lopez, Orange County Peace & Dignity Office, at lopez1212@aol.com, or 714-539-2266 More info nativejourney.wordpress.com/2010/07/07/peace-dignity-journeys-2012-theme-chosen

Mar 20 Sunday 4:30pm, Costa Mesa: Sikivu Hutchinson Moral Combat: Black Atheists and the Values Wars African Americans generally view atheism as a form of race betrayal, and black churches are socially conservative on abortion, same-sex marriage and church/state separation, largely abandoning their historic emphasis on civil rights. While urban black communities struggle economically, black churches -- which are principally attended by black woman -- have made destructive alliances with the Religious Right, resulting in "values wars" that have further solidified institutional sexism and homophobia in black communities.
Costa Mesa Community Center at 1845 Park Avenue Hosted by the CFI Community of Orange County. Friends of the Center: Free Public: $8 Students: $4

Mar 20 Sunday 6-8pm, Irvine: End U.S. Wars! IN IRAQ & AFGHANISTAN Irvine United Congregational Church will hold a CANDLELIGHT VIGIL in REMEMBRANCE of the CASUALTIES of WAR & to DEMONSTRATE for PEACE ☮
Northeast corner of Culver & Alton (by the baseball fields) Sunday, March 20 6:00 - 8:00 pm Please bring signs & candles

Mar 21/22 Monday/Tuesday 11am-3:30pm, Orange: Knowledge Not Hate Banner In between the Chapman statue and the Interfaith Center, Chapman University
In reaction to recent events involving Islamaphobia locally and nationally, GOAT (the religious studies club) and the Interfaith Council will be sponsoring a banner for "Knowledge Not Hate" By signing the banner, community members can make the commitment to take the steps to learn more about other identities before condemning it as evil and unworthy of coexisting in our society. To educate yourself about the recent events in Yorba Linda that have sparked this need for a stance against intolerance please see these links, or, research to find out for yourself: http://vimeo.com/20764022 http://www.hulu.com/watch/222434/the-daily-show-with-jon-stewart-how-do-you-solve-a-problem-like-sharia#s-p3-sr-i1 http://totalbuzz.ocregister.com/2011/03/04/councilwoman-attacks-muslim-speakers/49481/ http://maxblumenthal.com/2011/03/anti-muslim-hate-rally-summons-the-ghosts-of-little-rock-central-high/
due to the rain the banner has been moved to inside the Fish Interfaith Center. If you still want to sign it you can find it in there or wait until tomorrow when its sunny again.

Mar 21 Monday noon-12:45pm, Costa Mesa: Circle the City {prayer} Costa Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive
Come join others from churches across Costa Mesa to surround our 'City' in prayer. We will encircle the building of City Hall and seek God's will for our city at this challenging time of change, unrest and grief. This is a call to prayer, a call to lament, a call to ask God to heal our City and to hold out hope for our community. - We are asking that you wear something white as a sign of hope (no red please out of cultural respect) - Your presence will communicate a gesture of support and love for the whole city of Costa Mesa

Mar 21 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Terence Nelson, our guest speaker, will talk to us about the educational programs that are offered for returning veterans in Orange County.
Norman Murray Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way Mission Viejo

Mar 22 Tuesday 6pm, Villa Park: Anti-Hate Rally Say NO to Hate! A rally to demand action against the hateful comments by elected officials from Orange County. At the Villa Park City Council 17855 Santiago Boulevard, Villa Park, CA 92861 Tuesday, March 22 at 6 PM Come early due to traffic and limited parking availability Join NOW to protest the hate and demand that: *The city of Villa Park CENSURE Ms. Deborah Pauly & that she publicly APOLOGIZE for her hateful statements. *Rep. Gary Miller, Rep. Ed Royce & Councilman John Anderson apologize for their comments against Muslims. *The Republican Party end its silence and address growing anti-Islamic sentiment amongst its representatives. www.ICNA.org/no2hate Organized by Islamic Circle of North America Email PR@ICNA.us to endorse this event.

Mar 22 Tuesday 7pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate. web site: ocpeace.org

Mar 23 Wednesday 11am, Irvine: Women for OC General Meeting, Steps to Living Longer and Better. Featuring Dan Berlau, Ph.D, Assistant Adjunct Professor Department of Neurology UC Irvine School of Medicine.
Irvine Ranch Water District's Duck Club 5 Riparian View, Irvine (at the end of the San Joaquin Preserve) Free and open to the public. Men are cordially invited. For recorded information, call 714-590-7804. womenfororangecounty.org and womenforoc@aol.com

Mar 23 Wednesday 5:30pm, Tustin: Affordable Care Act anniversary event Ilse's House, 14811 Branbury Place, Tustin, CA 92780
We all know there's a lot of misinformation out there about the Affordable Care Act. That's why this Tustin event matters. Volunteers will learn the facts about health reform and leave better able to discuss the law with families, neighbors, and colleagues. We'll also talk about what we can do to protect our progress and beat back attempts to tear down reform. http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/affordablecareactanniversaryevent/gpzj8l

Mar 23 Wednesday 6:30pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All - Orange County at Tapestry UU Congregation, 23436 Madero Drive #140 in Mission Viejo Draft Agenda: 1) Mission and Groundrules 2) Introductions 3) Decision-making for HCA Orange County / steering committee NEW BUSINESS - new Directorship position for HCA-CA Orange County - HCA CA Executive announcements and guidelines - HCA website - Other opportunities OLD BUSINESS - What we learned from last month's HCA meeting with Shannon Miller, Santa Barbara - Great American Writein / volunteers for staffing table, literature to handout, letters, etc. Announcements Next steps

Mar 23 Wednesdays 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Greenpeace weekly meeting 2428 Newport Blvd, Suite 7, Costa Mesa 02627

Mar 23 Wednesday 7pm, Newport Beach: St. Mark Presbyterian Church Peace and Justice Commission invites you to watch "The Dark Side of Chocolate". Those of us who are chocolate lovers will be distressed to learn that some of our favorite chocolate brands do not seem to care whether their cocoa beans are harvested by child labor or forced labor. At the same time there are companies that have made an effort to check on their supply lines such as Cadbury, Ben & Jerry, Divine, and Equal Exchange chocolates. They are committed to what we call fair trade chocolate and have set a higher standard for corporate responsibility.
St. Mark Presbyterian Church is located at 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, 92660. This event, the third in our series on Human Trafficking, is free and open to the public. For more information contact me at 714-732-9101 or sdarweesh@aol.com

Mar 23 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: The public is invited to listen to current and past local government members on "Why city governments are important to our daily lives and what do they do?" Enjoy three elected/appointed speakers (Jill Hardy, Bob Smith and Blair Farley) who will give us an overview of local government and sustainable cities that can affect us in Orange County. 17250 Los Jardines, Green Valley Clubhouse, Fountain Valley, doors open at 6:30 PM, go to dcwoc.org for details or email westocdems@yahoo.com

Mar 24 Thursday 11am-12pm, Irvine: UC Irvine Employees Meeting Over Threats to Benefits Where UC Irvine Campus, in front of the flags
What UC employees are organizing to express concerns to the Chancellor about threats to collective bargaining rights and benefits. UC regents have approved or are considering 200% increases in retiree healthcare premiums, minimum 7% pay cuts for all UC workers, a two-tier pension system for new hires, restrictions of union rights and activities, and more. Join members of the UC Employees union in a delegation to the Chancellor. More info: 714-634-1449

Mar 24 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Santa Ana: May 1st Planning Meeting El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
On Agenda: 1. Present and Missing Orgs 2. Route 3. Principles of Unity 4. Messaging 5. Next meeting date and Place

Mar 24 (4^th Thursday) 5:30-8pm, Little Balboa Island: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club Patty Humphrey's Home, 221 Abalone Avenue, Little Balboa Island, CA 92662
Melissa Fox will fill us in on the April 7th Commissions and Appointments training she is hosting. And we will finalize our discussion on the statue. newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com

Mar 24 Thursday 7pm, Irvine: MoveOn: Potluck and Conversation This will be a fantastic opportunity to just get together and chat. Old members and new. Bring your questions about MoveOn! Where we are and where we're going! Talk about upcoming events! What's happening in the political scene! Opportunities for core positions and greater participation! moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=112364 71 Falling Star, Irvine, CA 92614, 949-857-1832 Elaine Qullian Host Ron Varasteh Irvine Council Coordinator Kate Nikolenko Regional Organizer

Mar 25 Friday 6:30-8:30pm, Santa Ana: OC DREAM Team 3^rd Annual Loteria Fundraiser Calacas, Inc., 324 W. 4th St. #B, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Prizes * Snacks * Beverages $10 Donation If you are unable to attend but would still like to make a donation please mail checks payable to: Orange County Dream Team * PO Box 1855, Santa Ana, Ca 92702 istillhaveadream.org

Mar 26 Saturday 8am-6pm, Orange: CDC Leadership Training Carpenter's Union Hall, 1918 W Chapman Ave.
This full day of intense training consists of a variety of political workshops intended for club/party leaders and activists who want to advance their leadership roles in the Democratic Party or are just getting started in politics! Register by March 24 cdc-ca.org/e107_plugins/survey/survey.php?12

Mar 26 Saturday 10am-12:30pm, Los Angeles: March & Rally For our Communities * our JOBS Join the Fight!
Throughout this economic crisis, all over the world, working people have been making their voice for change heard. On March 26, we need to do the same here in Los Angeles.
10:00 AM - Gather at LA Convention Center (Gilbert Lindsay Plaza at 12th & Figueroa. Paid parking available in Venice Parking Structure at 15th & Figueroa) 11:00 AM - March begins. There will be multiple stops along the way including the Downtown Ralph's. 12:30 PM - Rally begins at Pershing Square launionaflcio.org/pdf/032611_March26Flyer.pdf

Mar 26 Saturday 10am-11am Orange/1-2pm Los Alamitos: Defend the Dream at US Congressman Ed Royce town hall meetings. The first (10am-11am) is at Orange High School (outdoor theater), 525 North Shaffer St., Orange CA 92867. The second (1pm-2pm) is at Los Alamitos Join Forces Training base (Liberty Theater), 4111 Yorktown Ave., Bldg. 6, Ste. 104, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. Doug Dyer (Council Co-coordinator) plans to attend the 10am meeting to confront Congressman Ed Royce on his voting record and his appealing to ultra-right groups who target American Muslims peacefully assembling.

Mar 26 Saturday 11am-2pm, Santa Ana: Community Jam at Orange County Catholic Worker, 316 Cypress Avenue, Santa Ana. Canning and preserving backyard fruit and enjoy original jazz with the Ron Kobayashi Trio. Learn the essentials or home food preservation. Taste exotic jams. For more info and to RSVP, please contact admin@occatholicworker.org; 714/558-7478

Mar 26 Saturday 1-4pm, Culver City: Budget for Humanity Launch and CA Prison Overcrowding Case 3916 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230 www.curbprisonspending.org

[Moved] Mar 26 ~~Saturday~~ 6-9pm, Irvine: Put the Pho in A-pho-rica Project Moved to Sunday

Mar 26 Saturday 7:30-9pm, Anaheim: A Community Town Hall and Call for Action for the Crisis in Japan Islamic Institute of Orange County: Multipurpose Room, 1220 N. State College Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92806
Islamic Institute of Orange County is hosting a town hall meeting & community call for action in response to the crisis in Japan
Confirmed speakers include, representatives from American Red Cross of Orange County, Helping Hand USA, Islamic Relief USA and U.S.-Japan Council. All are encouraged to attend. Please, join us to learn more about the crisis in Japan and ways that we can help them from our community!

Mar 26 Saturday 8:30-9:30pm, Earth: Turn off all lights for Earth Hour, a worldwide collective display of commitment to protect the one thing that unites us all - the planet.
Every year Earth Hour asks individuals, businesses and communities worldwide to show their commitment to the environment. This Earth Hour, we hope you will turn off your lights. But when the lights go back on, we want you to go beyond the hour and think about what you can change in your daily life that will benefit the planet. Let's work together to create a better future. Our actions can add up. earthhour.org

Mar 27 Sunday 10am, Mission Viejo: UCI Law school Dean, Erwin Chemerinsky will speak at Tapestry's morning worship service. Named by Legal Affairs in 2005 as one of the "top 20 legal thinkers in America," Chemerinsky is the author of numerous books, including The Conservative Assault on the Constitution. 23436 Madero, #140, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Phone 949-581-0245 Fax 949-581-0243 www.TapestryUU.org

Mar 27 Sunday 10:30-11:30am, Laguna Beach: Dr. Glenna Matthews, Historian, will be the speaker at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach. To recognize the 90^th anniversary of Woman's Suffrage in the United States, she has chosen the topic, Founding Mothers. Dr. Matthews has a long history in Laguna Beach. Her family lived here when her father was editor, first of the South Coast News and then of the Laguna Beach Post She has a long interest in the contributions of American women to our culture, and has written several books on the subject, including The Rise of Public Woman and Just a Housewife. Her latest book, The Golden State in the Civil War is being readied for publication. 429 Cypress Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Mar 27 ~~Sunday 2pm, TBD~~: PDA Orange County Chapter meeting moved to Wednesday Mar 30 Contact: Dr Bill Honigman DrBill@pdamerica.org

Mar 27 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine We are fortunate to have noted labor attorney and political activist Florice Hoffman as a speaker. Florice grew up as the daughter of labor leaders and activists, and moved on to become one herself. She has been active in Orange County Democratic politics, as a candidate, delegate, and officer of the Central Committee for some years, in addition to her practice as a labor attorney.
As usual, the meeting will start at 4:30 pm, and our speaker will begin about 5 pm. Our buffet will be served at approximately 6 pm. We welcome helpers at 4:00 pm to help set up the chairs and tables, and appreciate those who can stay afterwards to help get everything back to its original condition. Remember that the Duck Club cannot be accessed from Michelson Drive. You need to get to the intersection of Campus and University, driving on Campus toward Jamboree. Just past the bridge, you will see a sign and a road turning into the IRWD property. Just before the construction barrier, on the left, turn into the complex of buildings and the Duck Club is well marked. It's really helpful if we have a clear rsvp about the number who want a complete meal, those who would like just the beverage, and those who want beverage and either salad or dessert in addition, and how many want vegetarian. Thanks so much!

Mar 27 Sunday 5-7pm, Irvine: Conversation Cafe~Addressing Recent Hate Speech in Orange County In light of the recent hate protest in Orange County against the Muslim Community, we have decided to dedicate our Conversation Cafe meeting (this Sunday, March 27th) to address the issue. Please note that our regular scheduled topic: Health care Reform has been rescheduled for April 17th and we will keep you posted on the details.
The intent is to have a focused session to address the saddening hate speech and marginalizing of our fellow Americans in a positive and empowering way. We will be working on a statement that reflects the united view of our diverse community on the issue.
Location: Irvine United Congregational Church 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92604 Room: Plummer Hall We may have Pastor Paul of the Congregation and other interfaith leaders join us in support of working on this statement and the release of it. Please feel free to invite others, just let me know who's coming so we can account for the head count. Please don't forget to confirm your attendance. sunny.zia1@gmail.com

Mar 27 Sunday 6-9pm, Irvine: Put the Pho in A-pho-rica Project 15 Roseleaf, Irvine CA 92620
theafricaproject.com For my first meeting/mixer as chair of the Africa Project Young Professionals I couldn't think of an event more fitting. In the mood for free Pho? Stop by for some dinner with nice company :)

Mar 28 Monday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: On Common Ground presents: March On - the Movie Whittier Law School, 3333 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA
March On documents the 2009 National Equality March through the lives of five families who put aside their daily routine, ...packed up their hopes and went to Washington DC to demonstrate their belief in Equality. Along with footage from past marches, interviews and powerful speakers, March On takes you to this fantastic and historic event. In addition, March On includes Lt. Dan Choi, Lady Gaga, Cleve Jones, Cynthia Nixon, Stacyann Chin and Michelle Clunie.
Special guests: Zoe Nicholson, activist, author and speaker & Melissa Fox, 2010 democratic candidate for California Assembly District 70 and principal attorney for The Fox Firm. For more information about the movie & our guests: http://marchonmovie.com/ http://onlinewithzoe.typepad.com/ http://votemelissafox.com/ & http://melissafoxlaw.com/

Mar 28 Monday 7-8pm Huntington Beach/9-10pm Irvine: Candle-light vigil for Japan Stand with us as we unite across the nation to show our support for Japan!
7-8pm Huntington Beach Pier 315 Pacific Coast Hwy Huntington Beach, CA 92648
9-10pm 19 Weathersfield Irvine, CA 92602
us.greenpeace.org/site/GetTogether

Mar 28 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
For more information, please call the DPOC office at 714-835-5158.

Mar 29 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur planning meeting We will meet at Patty's office in Newport Beach. 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300 Newport Beach, CA 92660 (if you have any trouble finding the place, please call Anshul at 949.954.0785)
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Apr 3: JWW OC Walk to End Genocide * Apr 9: OCFD booth at the Great American Write In * Apr 15: Peace conference at Goldenwest * The United States and the International Criminal Court (ICC) April is Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month and there is a whole slate of activities coming up. I hope you will join us.

Mar 30 Wednesday 5:30pm, Buena Park: SPEAKING UP! An original play honoring women in history starring local women labor leaders and activists
UFCW 324, 8530 Stanton Ave. 90620, Buena Park 90620
to RSVP, please contact Priscilla at (714)385-1534 Nominate women you know to be honored at this event by filling out and submitting the nomination form here.

Mar 30 Wednesday 7pm, Orange: PDA Orange County Chapter [Note date/time change] Café Lucca, 106 North Glassell Street, Orange, CA 92866
INTRODUCTIONS NATIONAL -- Debrief: Mid East, Mid West, DC IOTs, BBLVs www.pdamerica.org "Change Makes Change!" REGIONAL -- Gov. Brown/The Legislature CDP Conv April 29-May1, Prog Caucus Meeting Special Elects: Marcy Winograd, Norman Solomon Budget Debate/SB 810 Update LOCAL -- OCDP, Dem Clubs, Discussion Grps DFA, OFA, Issues Grps, OC Progressive Summit Campaigns, Actions, Announcements Pre-Convention PDA Tour with Tim Carpenter OC Event MON 4/25 7PM WEEKLY ORANGE COUNTY PROGRESSIVE OPEN DISCUSSION NEXT MEETING Thursday, April 21, 7PM Contact: Dr Bill Honigman DrBill@pdamerica.org

Mar 30 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club will have Los Angeles Times consumer & business columnist David Lazarus speak on the California state fiscal crisis and Proposition 13's effect on the deficit. Our meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 30th, at the Universalist Unitarian Church on 429 Cypress Street in Laguna Beach. The presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m. and the doors will be open for socializing by 6:30 p.m. lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com

Mar 30 Wednesday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: La Revolución Tunecina con oradora especial invitada Nadia Hassan
en el Salón de GED del Centro Cultural de México 310 W. 5th St. Santa Ana, CA 92701 presentada por El Café Filosófico/Cátedra Martiana, Educación sin Fronteras, el Colectivo Tonantzin

Mar 31 Thursday noon Fountain Valley/5-8pm Fullerton: Cesar Chavez Day action.ufw.org/page/event/search_results?zip_radius[0]=92708&zip_radius[1]=20
Educate to Empower, Los Amigos High School's Human Relations Club will be hosting Cesar Chavez Day to celebrate his life and organizing efforts 16566 Newhope St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Teen Unity Arts Festival *Sponsored by Fullerton Boys & Girls Club and Solidarity* Muckenthaler Cultural Center 1201 West Malvern Avenue Fullerton, CA 92833

Mar 31 Thursday 6:30pm, Laguna Woods: UN Women-USNC SoCal Chapter: "An Historical Journey of Women" Developed by Women's Journey Conference of Costa Mesa, the powerful musical play, "We Did It For You," acknowledges and celebrates women's historical achievements-as told by the women who were there! Written by performance poet Dr. Thea Iberall and directed by award-winning Terra Taylor Knudson, the play inspires, educates, and entertains.
Laguna Woods Village Clubhouse 7 24111 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills-No gate clearance required (west side of Moulton just north of El Toro)

Mar 31 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Santa Ana: OC May Day Coalition Planning Meeting El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
On Agenda: 1. Present and Missing Orgs 2. Route 3. Principles of Unity 4. Messaging

Mar 31 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604

Mar 31 Thursday 7:30pm, Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, Chino Hills, Costa Mesa, Del Mar, Oceanside: film "To Catch A Dollar": Muhammad Yunus Banks on America 1-time-only screening of a fine 2010 Sundance Film Festival selection. It documents micro-loans to women worldwide, and birth of Grameen America to bring to the U.S. the microfinance model pioneered globally by Muhammad Yunus - Nobel Peace Prize and Presidential Medal of Freedom Laureate, and Grameen Bank (Bangladesh) founder. Plus a panel: CNBC's Maria Bartiromo hosts Dr. Yunus, Suze Orman, Kiva.org's President Premal Shah, and film celebrities. Event will offer calls-to-action to extend the program's reach to meet the needs of Americans lacking access to affordable financial services. Theatres include: Garden Walk 14, 321 W. Katella, Anaheim; Cinema City 13, 5635 E. La Palma Ave, Anaheim Hills; Chino Hills 18, 3070 Chino Ave; Triangle Square Cinema 8, 1879 Harbor Blvd #B220, Costa Mesa; Flower Hill, 2630 Via De La Valle, Del Mar; Mission Marketplace 13, 431 College Blvd, Oceanside. See updated list of theatres and full info on the film and event at: screenvision.com/s/showing/ToCatchADollar View a YouTube trailer on the film and full info at: ToCatchADollar.com

Apr 1 Friday 9:30am-6pm, Irvine: a₃ A Conference on Climate Justice UC Irvine School of Law, 401 East Peltason Drive Irvine, CA 92697
A3 examines the social injustices faced by vulnerable populations who are disproportionately affected by climate change. The one-day event explores and strategizes ways to address climate justice through the power of law, policy, and coalition building. AssembleAdvocateAct.org

Apr 1 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Climate Refugees"
If global warming is our planet's most pressing issue, large-scale population displacement is the human consequence. Massive continental migration is already under way, and diminished natural resources continue to threaten the lives of millions.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Apr 2 Saturday 9am-3:30pm, Irvine: Latino/a Social Work Caucus: " A Given Voice: Latino/a Education and Advocacy" topics include health literacy, human trafficking, immigration and more
USC School of Social Work, Orange County Academic Center, 2300 Michelson Dr., Irvine, 92612, Room B RSVP: Sandra Marquez Sjmarque@usc.edu

Apr 2 Saturday 9:30am, Laguna Woods: Join the SoCal Chapter of UN Women US National Committee for our Annual 3K Walk 2011 Southern California Walk to End Violence Against Women and Girls
Serpentine Walk, Laguna Woods Village, Come in Gate 3 (Moulton Parkway and Calle Aragon, just south of El Toro). Meet in the Clubhouse 3 Parking Lot (corner of Calle Aragon and Avenida Sevilla). Bring your own re-useable water bottle For gate clearance and more info, contact CeCe Sloan 949-683-1278 ccsloa@gmail.com To arrange your donation, go to our 3K Walk page on the FirstGiving.com website: firstgiving.com/usnc/Event/2011socalwalk

Apr 2 Saturday 10am-noon, Huntington Beach: Hike for Sustainability Bolsa Chica Wetlands Guided Hiking Tour and Fundraiser Why. To support Community Sustainability USA, a nonprofit organization founded in 2010 to create a culture that is committed to sustainability. Where to park and meet. The city parking lot at 3842 Warner Avenue by the fire station. Or park for free in Sunset Beach behind the Jack in the Box at the corner of PCH and Warner, then walk to the city lot to meet. What to bring. Sun protection or an umbrella, binoculars or a camera, and your curiosity. Suggested donation. $25 and up. To donate, please visit our ChipIn page at http://communitysustainabilityusa.chipin.com/fund-start-upexpenses. RSVP. To Louise Stewardson at louisestewarson@verizon.net or 714.356.6559.

[Rescheduled] ~~Apr 2~~ Saturday 9am-noon, Irvine: Interfaith Native Plant Restoration Project Rescheduled, to April 9th William R. Mason Regional Park, 18712 University Drive, Irvine

Apr 2 Saturday 4-7pm, Anaheim: Demonstration Against the Pacific Justice Institute and Focus on the Family Disneyland Grand Californian Hotel, 1600 South Disneyland Drive
On April 2nd, 2011 the Disney Grand Californian Hotel will open its doors to the Anti gay Pacific Justice Institute and Focus on the Family. The Pacific Justice Institute (PJI) supported Prop 8, and purports to uphold family values while actually propagating hateful messages that affect the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) community.
We will respectfully demonstrate against these two organizations that have been a source of great pain to all LGBT Families. meetup.com/ocequality/events/17023366

Apr 2 Saturday 6pm, Anaheim: Islamic Relief USA Presents EGYPT Rekindling Hope: Helping Families Fundraising Dinner Hilton Hotel Anaheim, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
Guest Speakers: Dr. Maher Hathout Chairman, Islamic Shura Council of So Cal Sh. Safwat Morsy Imam, Al-Sabeel-Masjid Noor Al-Islam
Tickets: $40 At the door: $45 Table of 10 seats: $400 Babysitting provided: $10 per child at the Door Dinner provided For more info Contact: (714) 676-1309 sw@IslamicReliefUSA.org Buy your tickets from IRegyptfundraiser.eventbrite.com

Apr 2 Saturday 8-10pm, Santa Ana: Arizona Campaign Fundraiser and Teach-In Join us for a night of education on the issues affecting our people in Arizona. Learn of the recent attacks on our people in Arizona with racist laws like SB 1070. This night will be dedicated to fundraise for our ongoing activities in Arizona.
Centro Cultural De Mexico 310 W 5th Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 $5 entrance We will have posters, t-shirts and other items for sale. All funds will be used for our ongoing activities in Arizona. The event will include: * A brief introduction to the racist laws in Arizona * How white supremacy is being legalized * Mexica Movement Videos in Arizona * Poetry * Naui videos on Arizona

Apr 3 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. If you would like to help please contact Jeff Merrick @ jeff.mfso@earthlink.net or call 562-522-4241

Apr 3 Sunday 8am-noon, Fountain Valley: Jewish World Watch's 3rd Annual Walk to End Genocide Fountain Valley Sports Park- Great Lawn 16400 Brookhurst St, 92708 walktoendgenocide-oc.kintera.org

Apr 3 Sunday 10:30am, Laguna Beach: ACLU of Southern California director Hector Villagra on freedom of religion and beliefs Unitarian Univeralist Fellowship of Laguna Beach, 429 Cypress
After services, the fellowship continues their practice of "Sandwich Sunday", which gives attendees the opportunity to become better acquainted with their speaker in a question and answer period. The $5 charge for lunch is used to provide meals for those staying at the Alternative Sleeping Location, established in the wake of the ACLU settlement.

Apr 3 Sunday noon-3pm, Garden Grove/Irvine: MoveOn Council Meetings We're going to plan a creative event to publicize the corporate tax dodgers who are bankrupting our nation.
Home of John Goodman & Pauli Merry; 9472 Central Ave. Garden Grove, CA 92844 Please RSVP at pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/113955
Heritage Park Library, 14361 Yale Avenue, Irvine, CA 92604 pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/114042

Apr 3 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Award winning novelist Lois Tiller discusses warrantless surveillance in cyberspace. Lois Tiller is a certified system engineer and advocate for electronic privacy protection and Net Neutrality. Her recently published suspense novel, "Fatal Exception", explores the unethical and possibly illegal partnership between US security agencies, like the NSA and CIA, and private technology companies to mine user data and control Internet content. For more about her novel, see: http://www.fatalexceptionthriller.info If you can share a ride or need a ride to our meeting, please contact Bea Tiritilli: tiritilligreen@sbcglobal.net
Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District: 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Apr 3 Sunday 3-5pm, Santa Ana: Reception for Luis Lopez, Democrat for California State Assembly 45th District. Please join Melahat Rafiei, ECCO PAC, Gila Jones, Chris Prevatt, Steph Campbell, Rich Gillock and other host committee members at Memphis Restaurant, 201 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Lopez's web site is lopezforassembly.com Refreshments will be served. To RSVP with your support level, please call 323/669-9999.

Apr 4 Monday 8-11am, Orange: Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Hall, 309 N. Rampart St., Suite M, Orange 92868
In memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Orange County will join the nation and stand as one for human rights and dignity against those politicians who want to silence millions of working families. In February, 1968, in Memphis, TN, 1,300 sanitation workers went on strike for job safety, better wages, benefits, and union recognition. Workers held signs reading, "I Am a Man." Dr. King joined their fight, and on April 4, 1968, was assassinated in Memphis. A donation of $10 is suggested for the breakfast.
Questions? Call 714-385-1534. local.we-r-1.org/weareone/events/show/104

[Location change] April 4 Monday 5-7pm, Santa Ana: We Are One Respect Our Rights Candlelight Vigil. On April 4, 1968, Dr. Maartin Luther King Jr was assassinated in Memphis where he had gone to stand with sanitation workers demanding the right to bargain collectively for a voice at work. Like Dr. King, Cesar Chavez, born on March 31, inspired a generation through his tireless advocacy for workers' rights. His heroic pursuit of social justice on behalf of low-income and migrant workers brought a voice to those who needed it most. The dreams of Dr. King and Cesar Chavez inspired many to fight for all working people. Join us on April 4 to stand in solidarity with working people in Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana and dozens of other states to keep their dreams alive. For more info, contact UDW at 714/663-1082 - street parking.
[Location change] 502 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 at Sasscer Park

Apr 5 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods Village: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village: GLOBAL WARMING: A TRAGEDY OF THE COMMONS
Bob Siebert holds a BS in Engineering from UCLA and a MS in Electrical Engineering from CSU Long Beach. He is a veteran Sierra Club member and combined his passion for the environment with his day job after retirement by founding an energy efficiency consulting business which he morphed into solar system design and installation. Along the way, he personally converted his own automobile to run on electricity! The talk will include a brief history of man's effect on the atmosphere followed by a status report of where we are today and a discussion of the many things individuals and governments can do.
Club House 7 Come at 6:30 PM for coffee, teas, and snacks ! Members Free, Guest Donation $2 lagunawoodsvillage.com/section.cfm?id=493

Apr 5-7 Tuesday-Thursday 12:40,3:40,6:50,9:30pm, Irvine: Miral a film that beautifully takes us through the modern history of Palestine through the life of a young woman.
Edwards University Town Center 6 4245 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612

Apr 6 (1^st Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: CODEPINK Vigil at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange.
Our troops have now been in Afghanistan for over 9 years and in Iraq for almost 8 years! So we cannot not abandon our work to bring them ALL home. Please make an effort to come join us once again for peace at the Circle this Wednesday.

Apr 6 6-8:30pm Wednesday, Irvine: Seminar: "Creating a Non-Toxic Home" University Synagogue, 3400 Michelson Dr., Irvine
Sherri Loveland will facilitate this seminar, with a short Power Point Presentation, followed by Q & A, giving audience members tips on using non-toxic cleaning solutions in your home and why we should not use chemical cleaning solvents. Please email ecofaith@ocice.org if you would like to attend.

Apr 6 (1^st Wednesday) 7:15-9:15pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County presents Jim Araby, Statewide Affiliate Political Organizer for California Federation of Teachers Jim will present and lead a discussion of current attacks on unions, the anti-union focus on teachers and how we can respond to help protect collective bargaining rights; Julio Perez, Orange County Labor Federation; Joe Shaw, HB City Council. We'll probably also hear updates from Costa Mesa
Meeting starts at 7:15, with social time starting at 6:30. Admission is free. Location is Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa (see map at http://metropointe.com). For more information email sckopicki@gmail.com or visit dfa-oc.org.

[Change in Coffee location] Apr 7 Thursday 7am, Westminster: Democratic Club of West OC and PDA "coffee and conversation" I CHECKED OUR THURSDAY LOCATION, AND IT IS CLOSED TEMPORARILY, SO WE HAD TO MOVE TO THE EINSTEIN BROTHERS BAGELS for coffee, still in Westminster. Address is 16304 Beach Boulevard, also immediately off 405 Beach exit! "pier walk and talk" Go to dcwoc.org for details or email westocdems@yahoo.com And join us for a Saturday bike ride April 16th; rsvp to westocdems@yahoo.com

Apr 7 Thursday 11am-9pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer OC will be having a fundraiser at California Pizza Kitchen located at Main Place Mall in Santa Ana. 2800 N Main St Ste 872. If you present this attached flyer to your waiter with your bill, a percentage of that bill will be donated to our organization. We would appreciate it if you would spread the word and flyers and let your friends and family know that they should come out and enjoy good food and contribute to an amazing community organization representing the queer latino community in Orange County.

Apr 7 Thursday 6pm, Los Angeles: Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights Spring Gala 2011. The event brings together hundreds of community leaders, politicians, advocates and organizations to celebrate the contributions of immigrants and their allies for 25 years. Event tickets are $100 or $75 for CHIRLA members. Name listing in Event Program Book is $100. Contact Silvia Fuentes (Development Coordinator) at sfuentes@chirla.org for information on sponsorships. Location: Park Plaza Hotel, 607 South Park View Street, Los Angeles. A public parking structure is available on Carondelet Street. For more information visit http://chirla.org.

Apr 7 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Santa Ana: OC May Day Coalition Planning Meeting El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Apr 7 (1^st Thursday) 6:30-9pm, Tustin: Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment Planning Committee Meeting
Aldersgate United Methodist Church 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA
The Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment educates, raises awareness and empowers people to actively protect and preserve creation through responsible stewardship.
For more information, please visit our website at ocice.org. The OCICE Committee Meetings consist of planning events throughout the year, with emphasis on the annual Caring for Creation conference. If you would like to join the committee, please contact Sherri at ecofaith@ocice.org

Apr 7 Thursday 7-8pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats executive board meeting at 200 North Main Street in Santa Ana. OCYD members and the public are invited to participate in the open session. To request an agenda or additional information please contact OCYD: Phone (949)607-8710 Email: OCYoungDemocrats@gmail.com Fbook: Orange County Young Democrats

Apr 8 Friday 12:30-2pm, Irvine: UCI Interdisciplinary Center for the Scientific Study of Ethics and Morality Ethics Workshop The $4 Trillion Question: medical care, spiraling costs and the ethics of consumer involvement. Alexander Bernard Lindgren UCI Tobis Fellow
SSPB 5250 Light Lunch Provided Please RSVP to: CSSEM@uci.edu

Apr 8 Friday 6:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Marianne Dazzo, the author of "Hiding from the Nazis in Holland" Marianne will tell about her experiences as a hidden child during the Nazi occupation, and how her family was affected. (Miraculously, her immediate family members survived.) . She belongs to a survivor organization and speaks about the holocaust in public schools and other venues. Discussion will follow her presentation. Ms. Dazzo's book will be available for sale.
UU Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (Corner of Santa Ana St.) For info, call Ruth Shapin at (714)567-0188

Apr 8 Friday 7pm, Huntington Beach: Ending the Afghan War: A Lecture by Malalai Joya Doors open 6 pm, event begins 7 pm
Golden West College, Forum I, 15744 Golden West Street, at the intersection of Golden West Street and Edinger Avenue, in Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Co-Sponsors: Peace Mind, and Body Club at GWC, Afghan Women's Mission, KPFK For more info: email info@afghanwomensmission.org, call 626-676-7884.

[Date correction] Apr 8 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Climate Refugees" is showing on April 1^st, not April 8^st

Apr 9 Saturday 8am-1:30pm, Garden Grove: Orange County LULAC District 2 Convention Saint Anselm's Episcopal Church, 13091 Galway St., Garden Grove, CA 92842
For more information and reservations call: Nellie Diaz (714) 636-7576 nelliediaz@sbcglobal.net Agenda 8:30-9:00 Convention Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:00-9:15 Call to Order - Gil Flores, District Director Flag Salute - Benny Diaz, California State Director LULAC Prayer - Susie Flores, President, LULAC Premier Women's Council Welcome - Nellie Diaz, Convention Chair 9:15-9:45 Roll Calls of Officers Approval of the Agenda Minutes from 2010 Convention Treasurer's Report - Adriana Bermudez Convention Committee Assignments: Auditing - Awards - Convention Rules - Credentials - Resolutions - 9:45-10:20 District Officers' and Presidents' Reports 10:20-10:50 Committee Meetings/Break 10:50-11:05 California State LULAC Report - Benny Diaz, State Director 11:05-12:00 Committee Reports: Rules Credentials Auditing Awards Resolutions 12:00-1:00 Luncheon/ Financial Seminar 1:00-1:45 Election of District Officers Installation of Council Officers 1:45-2:00 Good and Welfare of the League 2:00 Adjournment

Apr 9 Saturday 9am-noon, Irvine: Interfaith Native Plant Restoration Project William R. Mason Regional Park, 18712 University Drive, Irvine (Pizza party after the restoration project!)
Space is Limited to 50 Youth. Please RSVP online at www.OCICE.org or email ECOFAITH@OCICE.ORG.

Apr 9 Saturday 9am-1pm, Brea: ERF Randolph-Brea Creek Cleanup and Restoration 475 South State College Blvd. Brea, CA. earthresource.org Volunteers needed, RSVP appreciated. For more information: info@earthresource.org.

Apr 9 Saturday 9:30am-1pm, Irvine: Great American Write-In Lakeview Senior Center - Woodbridge Community Park - 20 Lake Road, Irvine
Meet representatives of over 40 local and national advocacy groups — Learn about today's vital issues in health, the environment, peace, human and civil rights and education — Raise your voice by writing to legislators and others who can make a difference in our world — Discover that THE PEN IS MIGHTIER THAN THE SWORD! For Information Ruth Gluck 949-581-3938 or Felicity Figueroa 949-733-0850 womenfororangecounty.org/

[Venue change] Apr 9 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting In lieu of our usual meeting, the Orange County Peace Coalition will be participating in the Great American Write-In Please visit our table

Apr 9 Saturday 10am-3pm, Huntington Beach: The Earth Day Celebration at Bolsa Chica Wetlands is a fun free way to get outside and learn about the environment with the whole family! The day will include interactive booths and games that explore all aspects of the wetlands! Featuring marine animals, birds, coyotes and raccoons, wetland ecology, history of the wetlands, and guided tours; kids can have fun while learning all about the wetlands and receive prizes for answering questions! Hot dogs, sno cones, refreshments and more! Bolsa Chica Wetlands Interpretive Center, 3842 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach

Apr 9 Saturday 6-10pm, Laguna Beach: One LIGHT, One LOVE, One WORLD BENEFIT FOR JAPAN

Apr 9 Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
Bring a healthy snack to share, we will provide hot and cold drinks. Be there to learn about the Koch Brothers and their secret take over of the U.S. government. 6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train 8:20 PM: Discussion: What can we learn from the life of Howrd Zinn

Apr 9 Saturday 7pm, Santa Ana: On Saturday April 9th at 7 p.m. we will have Jay Bakker speaking at a 40th Anniv. celebration of Christ Chapel MCC. Jay is the son of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker from PTL ministries. He is a huge GLBT and marriage equality supporter. Tickets are $15 for an adult/$10 student. A cash bar will be available.
On Sunday April 10th at 10:00 a.m. we will be holding a special 40th Anniv. worship service at the church. As the oldest GLBT church in Orange County, we are encouraging as many people as possible to come and celebrate with us (obviously this is no charge).
Rev. Randy Besta, Pastor, Christ Chapel Metropolitan Community Church, 720 N. Spurgeon St., Santa Ana, CA 92701, www.christchapelmcc.org

Apr 10 Sunday 11am-1pm, Irvine: Guest Speaker, Ibrahim Adbul-Matin, author of "Green Deen: What Islam Teaches About Protecting the Planet" ISOC (Conference Hall) Islamic Society of Orange County, 9752 13th Street, Garden Grove, 92844 For more information, visit: www.isocmasjid.com.

Apr 10 Sunday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Lunch with Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones https://etribute.durkeeandassociates.com/c.php?c=dpoc_event

Apr 10 Sunday 4:30 pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine Meeting of the Board with all invited to attend. Food will be served. Sharon's house, 3 Brisbane Way, Irvine 92612

[Time change] Apr 10 (2^nd Sunday) 7pm, Santa Ana: PCU "CONSCIENTIOUS PROJECTOR" FILM SERIES: "Consuming Kids: The Commercialization of Childhood" throws needed light on the relentless multi-billion dollar marketing machine and its effects on our kids.
Church of the Foothills 19211 Dodge Avenue at Newport Santa Ana, CA 92705

[Canceled] ~~Apr 11~~ ~~Monday 5-6:30pm, Irvine/Orange~~: MoveOn Rapid Response + Protest Govt Shutdown! Canceled As you all probably know by now, the planned event, in case of a government shutdown, scheduled for Monday evening has been cancelled, due to the fact that the government was spared a shutdown! Ron Varasteh MoveOn-Irvine And More Co Council Coordinator SpeedGod101@Yahoo.com Craig Preston/Chip Daniels MoveOn-North OC Council Coordinators pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/114302

Apr 11 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: [note date change] Canyon Democrats: welcome guest speaker Florice Hoffman. She is well qualified to update us on the current Labor Union vs state governors battles and other recent events of interest to Democrats in the OC. Please visit our website (canyondemocrats.org) or the DPOC website and review Florice's bio. Watch for the club newsletter coming soon! Hope to see you on the 11th.
Norman Murray Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way Mission Viejo

Apr 11 Monday 7-10pm, Orange: Coexist At Chapman University Fish Interfaith Center, Chapman University, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866
Chapman's Hillel and Muslim Student Association have come together to host the first joint event between these two organizations in Orange County's history. Coexist at Chapman is an event about overcoming hate and intolerance in our own community. Whether it be racial, religious, or domestic hate, this event is about PEOPLE coming together to overcome the atrocities that happen within our own backyard and campus. Featuring two guest speakers from the interfaith community who are actively pursuing religious tolerance and OVERALL PEACE! Free Baklava and Challah from UCLA's Challah For Hunger The Event is FREE! Let us all come together and show Chapman University that we believe in a world where everyone can act as one by SETTING THE EXAMPLE

Apr 12 Tuesday 4-6:30pm, Orange: Human Trafficking in Orange County and the World Chapman University - Leatherby Libraries, henley reading room, 2nd floor
In observance of April as National Child-Abuse Awareness Month. Chapman Law Professor Marisa Cianciarulo, Neda Sargordon, Attorney at law, and Mrs. Cheryl Pittluck of the Orange County Task Force will be speaking on a host of issues pertaining to human trafficking.

Apr 12 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America Revolution and Wikileaks, the Movie Please join us for the start of the people's revolution at Marie Callender's, 1821 N. Grand, Santa Ana, CA 92705 as we work to put together an action network that can change the face of politics.

Apr 12 Tuesday 7pm, San Juan Capistrano: South Orange County Democratic Club "The Future of Public Employee Unions" Our guest speaker will be Nick Bernardino from the Orange County Employees Association. Nick will be giving us the latest info on this "hot" local and national issue. socdc.org
Dinner served 6-7pm, members $17, non members $20 Meeting only at 7pm members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only Reservations due by Sunday April 19...Please! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at: kenton805@cox.net
San Jaun Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Jaun Capistrano 92675

Apr 13 Wednesday 9-11:30am, Pasadena: Protest - Tell Torture Judge Jay Bybee to Step Down Why should a suspected war criminal serve as a federal judge?
125 So Grand Avenue, Pasadena, CA
As assistant attorney general in President George W. Bush's Justice Department, he was responsible for the notorious torture memos that enabled the excesses at Abu Ghraib, Guantanamo, and other places. Please join us in Pasadena on Wednesday! Bring your signs or use ours! Wear your orange jumpsuit (I have black hoods and other protest props. Always peaceful, non violent, and always diligent!! :-) 949 257 8501 Sharon

Apr 13 Wednesday 9:30am-9:30pm, Fullerton: Day of Class Action for Higher Education starts with Picket Sign Making, followed by a Mid-Morning Teach-In, "Fighting the Good Fight: What the California Faculty Association Does for You", Action Stations (information fair, speaker's corner, signature collection on Cal State Fullerton's "Declaration to Defend Public Education", and Students for Quality Education soup kitchen. Other events - Stand Up and Speak (faculty, students speeches), Mid-afternoon Teach-In ("From Contract to Classroom: Faculty Working Conditions as Student Learning Conditions"), followed by afternoon break. Evening includes open discussion with Alex Hana, co-president of the Wisconsin Teaching Assistants Union and We! Workshop "Why Unions? Why Now?" All daytime activities will take place in the quad in front of the Humanities building. Sponsors include The California Faculty Association, Students for Quality Education, We! Alternative Voices for an Alternative Future.
For more info, contact Steve Jobbitt at 714-686-4734 or at SJobbitt@exchange.fullerton.edu

Apr 13 Wednesday 6:30-8:30am, Irvine: What's Your 12x12? Transforming the Ecological Crisis into Prosperity and Joy UCI University Club, 801 East Peltason Drive, Irvine, CA 92697-5625 $35 Note this is a breakfast event, not an evening event insideedge.org/clubportal/EventDisplayNew.cfm?clubID=543&EventID=138948

Apr 13 Wednesday 10am-3pm, Orange: CARA Training 2011 Is the Year to Get California Back on Track (free lunch if you rsvp by April 6th) Teamsters Local 952 / 140 S. Marks Way, Orange Call CARA at 714-244-7776 Carpools are being arranged from San Diego, Los Angeles, Riverside and other locations. Call 714-244-7776 to find out about rides from your area
The California Alliance for Retired Americans is sponsoring this one day, free training: * Learn how to impact the State Budget and save essential programs; * Continue our campaign to protect pensions, Social Security, and retirement income; * Join the efforts to pass real health care for all in California. PLUS Are You Taking the Right Medications?

Apr 13 Wednesday 11:30am Newport Beach: Going Green - Caring for Creation OCICE Co-Chair, Sherri Loveland will lead a presentation relating to clergy's role in conveying our moral responsibility to be good stewards of the Earth to their congregations. This presentation will be give to the Newport Mesa Irvine Interfaith Council, which will meet at St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach 92660. For more information and to register for this meeting, please contact Jim De Boom or visit the NMIIC website.

Apr 13 Wednesday 6-8pm, Irvine: OC NOW meeting Irvine Ranch Water District Offices - 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in Irvine nowoc.org/e107_plugins/calendar_menu/event.php?1297292400.event.162

Apr 13 (2^nd Wednesday) 7-8pm, Garden Grove: LULAC Council Meeting Coastline Community College Garden Grove Center, 12901 Euclid Street - Room 251, Garden Grove, CA 92840
If you are planning to attend please RSVP or contact: Angelina Madrid: michinmadrid@yahoo.com, (714) 876-7639 Benny Diaz: bennydiaz@sbcglobal.net, (714) 357-

Apr 13 (2^nd Wednesday) 7pm, Huntington Beach: The 67thADA (Area Democratic Alliance) monthly meeting. Featured speaker will be be Garden Grove Board of Education member Sergio Contreras. Sergio will keep us informed about how the latest round of budget cuts will affect his district. The Alliance will be finalizing preparations for the 10th Annual Flag Day to be held on June 11, 2011 at the Teamster's Hall in Orange. The float presence in the Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade will be open for discussion and ideas. 67thada.com Location: IAMU Hall, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach. Contact : ochbdem@isp.com

Apr 13 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: INTERFAITH WITNESSES Answering hate with love In response to recent public demonstrations of anti-Islamic hatred, a number of local activists of all faiths have come together to show their support for Orange County's Muslim community - and each other - by forming teams of "Interfaith Witnesses." Please join us to learn how you can join us in this exiting interfaith effort. This planning meeting will be held to explain the concept and form geographical teams of Interfaith Witnesses. ALL people of ALL faiths, clergy and laity, are encouraged to attend: Please note that we will not engage or confront harassers in any way at any time (you will be asked to commit to this before you participate at future events).
Orange County Friends Meeting, 2091 Business Center Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, 92612 For directions, please visit: http://www.orangecountyquakers.org/ For more information, or if you are interested in holding a similar organizational meeting in your area, call Vicki Tamoush: (714) 362-7676 or (714) 368-5100 interfaithwitnesses.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/INTERFAITH-WITNESSES.pdf

Apr 13 Wednesday 7-9pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn Council Meeting 9472 Central Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844 The organizing meeting 4/3 went well. We prepared for a large "Tax Day: Make Them Pay" rally set for Tax Day, April 18, 4:30-5:30pm in front of Bank of America branch at 941 N Tustin St, Orange CA 92867 (just north of Collins). Please join us for our second organizing meeting pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/114136

Apr 13 Wednesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Movie Night Presents: The Shape of the Future a documentary series produced by Common Ground Productions that explores what an eventual Palestinian-Israeli peace settlement might look like.
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive Irvine, CA 92612 goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-movie-night-shape-future-2011-04-13-0

Apr 14 Thursday 6-7:30pm, Irvine: Race, Speech & The Muslim-American Community A panel discussion about Current events Anti-Muslim animus Historical reflections
Ameena Mirza Qazi Council on America Islamic Relation Shakeel Syed Islamic Shura Council of Southern California Sylvia Chan-Chan-Malik UC President's Post-Doctoral Fellow University of California, Santa Cruz sponsored by the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association
UC Irvine, MPAA 42

Apr 14 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Santa Ana: OC May Day Coalition Planning Meeting El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Apr 14 Thursday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: OCYD April Pre-Convention Meeting/Mixer Bistro 400, 400 West 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 ocyd.net

Apr 15 Friday, National: Day of Silence dayofsilence.org hundreds of thousands of students nationwide take a vow of silence to bring attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in their schools.
* Spread the word: You've worked for weeks to get the word out about the Day of Silence, so keep it going! Make sure students, teachers and administrators in your school know that the Day of Silence is happening and what to expect from participants. Notifying people early is the key to a successful and effective Day of Silence! * Be visible: Red is the official DOS color, so if everyone participating wears red you'll be sure to stand out. And don't forget t-shirts, buttons, stickers, face-paint-these are all ways you can help draw attention to your action. * Be respectful: The Day of Silence is about ending anti-LGBT bullying and harassment in school. To do this, it's important to treat people with respect. There are likely people at your school who will try to challenge your silence, your activities or your beliefs. Treat these people not as they treat you but with the same respect you hope to be treated with. Remember, the Day of Silence is a peaceful demonstration! * Know your rights: Remember, you DO have the right to remain silent between classes and before/after school. You do NOT have the right to ignore your teachers' requests during instructional time. If a teacher asks for you to speak during class, do it! Please don't put your education at risk. Review this document, which outlines some of your rights during the Day of Silence. (Lambda Legal PDF)

Apr 15 Friday 8:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Golden West College Annual Peace Conference A BETTER TOMORROW: MAKING PEACE A GLOBAL REALITY IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Golden West College, Student Activities Office, 15744 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
For more information, please contact: Fran Faraz ~ ffarazdaghi@GWC.cccd.edu, Dr. Paul Tayyar ~ ptayyar@gwc.cccd.edu or Call Student Activities Office at 714-895-8261 Website: www.goldenwestcollege.edu/peace

Apr 15 Friday 7-10pm, Anaheim: Retro Prom to Fight Human Trafficking Anaheim Vineyard Church, 5340 E La Palma Anaheim, CA 92807 is hosting a dance to help raise money for the OCHTTF, aiding local Orange County human trafficking survivors and raise awareness about human trafficking. Dance to live music from the 60s, 70s and 80s, as well as disco and big band. Prom attire optional! Entrance donation $5 or a $5 Target card. Contact: Cheryl Pittluck at justiceandmercy@dslextreme.com

Apr 16 Saturday 9am-noon, Newport Beach: Annual ERF "Hold On To Your Butt" Cigarette Litter cleanup Newport Beach Pier Balboa Blvd. and 21st Street
9:00 a.m. Registration 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Clean-Up 11:30 a.m. Wrap-up, prizes, tally of butts earthresource.org Directions and Parking: Newport Beach Pier Balboa Blvd and 21st Street, Newport Beach, CA, from the 55 freeway, go straight onto Newport blvd. Follow the signs to pier & beach parking on 22nd, or go past 22nd & there is free street parking

Apr 16 Saturday 9am-5pm, Fullerton: 7^th Annual Social Justice Summit If Not Me, Then Who? Cal State Fullerton, Titan Student Union, 800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92834
Keynote Speakers Captain Paul Watson - Animal Rights Activist and Star of "Whale Wars" Jamie Kilstein - Comedian and Co-host of Citizen Radio fullerton.edu/socialjusticesummit

Apr 16 Saturday 10:30am-noon, Laguna Woods Village: LAGUNA WOODS DEMOCRATIC CLUB ANNUAL LUNCHEON John Chiang Controller STATE OF CALIFORNIA Clubhouse 2, Main Dining Room, Doors Open 10:30 Luncheon at 12:00
Controller since 2007, who is better to explain the State's budget woes than the man who didn't back down but rather stood up for State workers and who isn't afraid to tackle challenges the State faces today and tell it like it is. Please make your reservations soon. For information please contact Nancy Nadel 586-0880 Club Members $25/ Guests $30 Please indicate your meal choice; make checks payable to Laguna Woods Democratic Club; mail to Nancy Nadel, 343 Avd. Sevilla #A, LW 92637

Apr 16 Saturday noon-4pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting Heritage Park Library, 14361 Yale Avenue, Irvine, CA 92604
The organizing meeting on 4/3 went well. We prepared for a large "Tax Day: Make Them Pay" rally set for Tax Day, April 18 Please join us for our second organizing meeting of this month t the same location as our previous meeting located at the corner of Walnut & Yale. pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/114415

Apr 16 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Prof. Wendy Gonaver "Fight Against the State Loyalty Oath" In 2007 Wendy Gonaver was fired from California State University, Fullerton when she asked to submit an addendum to the state loyalty oath. Her objection: As a Quaker Pacifist she wanted to be clear that the obligation to "defend the Constitution from all enemies foreign and domestic" did not include taking up arms. Professor Gonaver was represented by People For The American Way, a frequent partner of Americans United for Separation of Church and State on religious liberty issues. In 2008 CSFU was forced to make religious accommodations and she was rehired.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Apr 17 Sunday 10am, Newport Beach: Earth Day 2011 at Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center 2301 University Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 newportbay.org/earth11a.htm (949) 923-2290

Apr 17 Sunday 4-6pm, Irvine: Conversation Cafe~Health Care Reform this month's Conversation Cafe is dedicated to education on Health care Reform (Understanding Single Payer and What needs to happen). We will have the pleasure of having Dr. Bill Honigman as our guest speaker and provide his insight, personal and hands on knowledge on the issue along with the action steps we can take to make health care reform possible in an equitable way for all Americans.
Irvine United Congregational Church 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92604 Room: Plummer Hall Please let me know if you can attend as soon as possible. I would appreciate it if you can let me know by Tuesday, April 12th so we can account for the exact number of people. Sunny Zia sunny.zia1@gmail.com

Apr 17 Sunday 6:30-8:30pm, Fountain Valley: "Gasland" screening/No Fracking party at the Choctaw Sisters 9893 Peralta River Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
The largest domestic natural gas drilling boom in history has swept across the United States. The Halliburton-developed drilling technology of "fracking" or hydraulic fracturing has unlocked a "Saudi Arabia of natural gas" just beneath us. But is fracking safe? When filmmaker Josh Fox is asked to lease his land for drilling, he embarks on a cross-country odyssey uncovering a trail of secrets, lies and contamination. A recently drilled nearby Pennsylvania town reports that residents are able to light their drinking water on fire. This is just one of the many absurd and astonishing revelations of a new country called GASLAND. Part verite travelogue, part expose, part mystery, part bluegrass banjo meltdown, part showdown.
Please BYOB, Potluck and RSVP. There will be noshes. Bring friends, fiends and family. Contact: Marselle 949-533-7936

Apr 17 Sunday 7-9pm, Anaheim: Screening of "Gasland" Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA 92805

Apr 18 Monday 4:30-7pm, Irvine/Orange: Tax Day: Make Them Pay! Nobody knows the details of Friday night's budget agreement to keep the government from shutting down. But here's one thing we can be pretty sure of: the pain will fall mainly on poor and middle-class Americans, while billions in tax breaks, loopholes, and handouts for corporations will remain untouched.
MoveOn members and fellow progressives will gather outside the headquarters and local offices of corporations not paying their fair share. For instance, we'll target corporations like General Electric, which made $14.2 billion in profits last year-but paid NO federal taxes. At the events, we'll deliver tax bills to the biggest corporate tax dodgers and demand that our elected leaders make them pay.
Bank of America, 18622 MacArthur Boulevard, Irvine, CA 92612 pol.moveon.org/event/taxday2011/114427
Bank of America in Orange, 941 North Tustin Avenue, Orange, CA 92867 pol.moveon.org/event/taxday2011/114203

[Moved] ~~Apr 18~~ Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats: Meeting date changed to April 11

Apr 18 Monday 6-9pm, Newport Beach: Join NWPC OC for Conversation With Zoe Nicholson the NWPC National ERA Liaison and member of the ERA Roundtable as our guest speaker at the April Membership Dinner Meeting.
Zoe's presentation will be preceded by a brief Business meeting and Dinner, catered by Pat & Oscar's Restaurant.
Big Canyon Villas Clubhouse 419 Bay Hill Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5zi75vbab&oeidk=a07e3nsawi3d87d5dba Contact: Tammi McIntyre NWPC Orange County 949-697-7532 nwpctammi@pacbell.net

Apr 18 Monday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Feet to the Fire Forum, Should Costa Mesa Be Run More Like a Business? Costa Mesa Community Center, 1845 Park Ave. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Panel tentatively includes Nick Berardino, Orange County Employees Association, plus Jim Righeimer and Wendy Leece, Costa Mesa City Council.

Apr 18 Monday 7pm, Fountain Valley: 68^th AD meeting Susan Kopicki will be our guest speaker Susan is the president of the board of Childs-pace, which is based in Costa Mesa and founded in 1978, it is a non-profit foundation that operates three after-school/summer day centers and one pre-school for low- to moderate-income working families. Most of the funding for Childs-pace is through a contract with the State Dept. of Education, which subsidizes families' participation on a sliding scale. With budget cuts looming, Childs-pace is reaching out to supportive groups throughout the county to share the implications for it and other non-profit programs. Our sites are in Costa Mesa, Anaheim and Buena Park and we provide child care for approximately 150 children so their parents can work to support their families. childs-pace.org
at Coco's located at 18380 Brookhurst St in Fountain Valley, many of us meet before the meeting at 6:30 to have dinner, please feel free to join us if you wish.

Apr 20 Wednesday 6-8pm, Santa Ana: Santa Ana Coalition for Better Government Community Forum 2323 N. Broadway, Room 107 Offices of the Rancho Santiago Community College District
The meeting is designed to inform the community about the coalition and get ideas from residents about issues that we can work on together to make Santa Ana a better place to live, work and visit. santaanacoalition.org

Apr 20 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All - Orange County at Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 23436 Madero Drive, #140 in Mission Viejo, Contact Jan Meslin if you have questions: 858-395-4675

Apr 21 Thursday 5:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club 427 Carnation Avenue Newport Beach, CA 92625
Nancy Geerlings has arranged for a speaker from the Global Center for women and Justice to speak about the problem of Human Trafficing in Orange County. Bring your food and drink for 2-4. newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com

Apr 21 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Santa Ana: OC May Day Coalition Planning Meeting for May Day March El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Platform/Plataforma

Apr 21 Thursday 6:30-9pm, Irvine: FREE outdoor showing of King Corn at OC Great Park - Food & Farm Lab lawn Off the 5 or 405 freeways at Sand Canyon Ave. and Marine Way
NEW FREE SERIES AT OC GREAT PARK: FOOD FOR THOUGHT Pack a picnic or buy dinner from Kogi and Seabirds food trucks. Bring blankets or beach chairs to sit on the lawn for the movies and dress for cool evening weather. Kogi and Seabirds food trucks and outdoor picnics start at 6:30. King Corn starts at 7:30. King Corn: In this Peabody Award winner, two college friends plant and grow an acre corn farm in Iowa to better understand the broader food production system and farming in America. For more information, visit www.ocgp.org
Upcoming films: Food, Inc.: Thursday, May 19 Dirt! The Movie: Thursday, June 9 Food for Thought: The Great Park is presenting a thought-provoking film series about the origins of the food we eat. "Food for Thought" is presented as part of the Great Park's health and wellness initiative that includes the Farm & Food Lab, Gardening Workshops, Farmers Market and education programs.

Apr 21 Thursday 7-9pm, Anaheim: We will show the film "Inside Job" by Charles Ferguson. There have been plenty of books, articles, and movies about the 2007-08 financial meltdown and what led up to it, but if you're looking for a first rate all-in-one overview, it doesn't get much better than "Inside Job". Admission is free. All are welcome. Refreshments will be available.
UU Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (Corner of Santa Ana St.) For info, call Ruth Shapin at (714)567-0188

Apr 22 Friday 9:30am-2:30pm, Laguna Woods: Earth Day Fair at Laguna Woods Village The Earthworks Committee of Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village invites you to the Earth Day Fair in the Redwood Room of the Community Center, 24351 El Toro Road, 92653. Take part in saving the planet! Get information on environmental issues, water, renewable and safe energy sources, and recycling. Receive free giveaways from El Toro Water District, Broadband, and local supermarkets. Free raffle ticket for every attendee for prize of 2 tickets to Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach. Flyer: www.lagunawoodsvillage.com//images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/Earth%20Day%20Flyer%202011.pdf Contact: Irv Snyder, twinbrud@comline.com or 949-583-9633. Laguna Woods Village is a gated community. For information regarding gate access, call 949-597-4443.

Apr 22 Friday 6pm, Costa Mesa: Peaceful Foie Gras Rally Followed by Dinner at Hammamori Foie gras is produced by force-feeding ducks one third of their weight every day, until their livers swell to ten times their normal size. It's like feeding a person 50 or 60 pounds of pasta every day. Please join OCPA and Animal Protection & Rescue League (APRL) in a peaceful protest against foie gras-serving restaurant Marche Moderne in South Coast Plaza. We'll protest from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. After the protest, we'll have dinner at a restaurant in South Coast Plaza that has taken foie gras off its menu - Hammamori. We've attempted unsuccessfully to convince Marche Moderne's management to take foie gras off the menu, but they refuse to even talk to us. Now it's time to explain to their customers that foie gras is cruel, and those who support Marche Moderne support cruelty.
Marche Moderne, 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 meetup.com/OCPAUSA/events/17236474

Apr 23 Saturday 8:30am-9pm, Anaheim: The Council on American-Islamic Relations - Greater Los Angeles Area chapter invites you to attend "Transforming Our Communities: Leadership Conference 2011" Join our esteemed trainers in an all-day conference as they introduce the skills necessary to be an effective member or leader of your local community. Registration admits you to four hands-on training sessions of your choice, lunch, and a dinner banquet featuring keynote speaker, Linda Moreno, Esq.
700 West Convention Way Anaheim CA ca.cair.com/losangeles/event/leadership_2011

Apr 23 Saturday 7pm, Fountain Valley: No to Hate in OC - Protest Holocaust Denier David Irving at The Institute for Historical Review, 10605 Lawson River Avenue
David Irving is an active Holocaust denier, antisemite, and racist, who "associates with right-wing extremists who promote neo-Nazism".(see reference.) The Institute for Historical Review, which is hosting this event was formerly controlled by neo-nazi and anti-semite Willis Carto, of Liberty Lobby.
In 1996, a British court found that Irving was an , and that he had "for his own ideological reasons persistently and deliberately misrepresented and manipulated historical evidence." NO HATE IN OC! http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2000/apr/11/irving1
Please gather for a time of solidarity against hate! Contact: sharonktipton@gmail.com

Apr 23 Saturday 8pm, Santa Ana: Santa Ana Film Festival, with Keynote Speaker Simon Sedillo and a shoring of Mano Vuelta Films' El Jardin Kojima. The film demonstrates San Jorocho music and how it is used in community organizing and conscience building. The movie is one example of how San Jorocho music and traditions are keeping communities strong in a time of limited opportunities. Plus Naui Huizilopchtli, indigenous rights activist, describes hate groups in Orange County

Apr 24 (Last Sunday) 5pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema proudly presents: Out Of The Past: The Struggle For Gay and Lesbian Rights In America a film by Jeffrey Dupre
This informative and inspiring documentary alternates between exploring the historical struggle for gay rights in America from Puritan times to the present and the struggle to form the first Gay/Straight Alliance on a high school campus. Keli Peterson didn't know the battle that would come when she started the Gay Straight Alliance at her high school in Salt Lake City, Utah. In light of recent gay teen suicides, a gay/straight alliance may mean the difference between life and death for gay teens, who have a significantly higher rate of suicide than their heterosexual counterparts. Also includes footage of Barbara Gittings, a pioneer in the gay rights movement and commentary on Bayard Rustin, a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement who was written out of history because he was gay. Running Time: 70 minutes
The Village Grind Coffeehouse (next door to Utopia Restaurant) 443 E. 1st Street (cross street Linden Ave.) Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-4033 Suggested Donation: $5.00 Radical Cinema: With Peace There Is Justice

Apr 25 Monday 7pm, Santa Ana: Families to Amend California's Three Strikes. Should we spend billions to lock up shoplifters and drug users? Or should we provide quality education for all children, health care for everyone, care for elderly and disabled, jobs with a future.
Location: The Coffee Bean, 2264 East 17^th St., Santa Ana. For information call 714/553-6340 or email abigailbcarrillo@yahoo.com. facts1.net.

Apr 25 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
For more information, please call the DPOC office at 714-835-5158.

Apr 25 Monday 7:30-9pm, Newport Beach: Community, dessert, coffee and conversation with PDA Join Healthcare NOT Warfare co-chair, Donna Smith, National Director, Tim Carpenter, Field Director, Conor Boylan and CA state coordinator, Dr Bill Honigman as they stop off in Orange County for a leg of their Healthcare Not Warfare roadshow through California. This is in anticipation of the upcoming State Democratic Convention in Sacramento. We will have an open discussion about organizing inside and outside the party, talk about PDA's plans in Sacramento and hear from you about organizing in Orange County.
Home of Steve Young, 2112 Windward, Newport Beach, CA

Apr 26 Tuesday 3pm, Los Angeles: Military Families Speak Out - Procession Mourning 6000 Troops Killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. We will start gathering at 3pm in front of the plaza- La Plaza Park or La Placita- near the gazebo on Olvera Street in LA. (between Main, Cesar Chavez and Arcadia Sts.) We will begin by assembling 6 flag draped caskets, and then carry them to the gazebo area where we will hear from military families and veterans. At 4pm,our procession will begin and march around the block near Union Station to Nuestra Senora Reina de Los Angeles church (535 N. Main St.), where we have been invited to hold our service in front of the famous mural where we will place our candles and flowers. Please carpool or take the train to Union Station, one block away. We encourage carpooling. Parking at 426 N. Los Angeles Lot 4 will cost $8.00, but this is right next to where we will be assembling the caskets and might be most convenient. Some are parking at Union Station too. If you can help with other details, please email MFSO-OC@earthlink.net or garzagroup@pacbell.net.

Apr 26 Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm, Orange: Who Profits & Who Pays If the City of Orange Sells Our Water Company? The Orange-owned water company has provided consistent service at low rates for many years. But, that is to change if city officials succeed in their plans to sell it off to for-profit investor.
Join Renee Maas of Food and Water Watch at a free seminar which looks at the growing problem of selling off public water companies to for-profit businesses. Doors open 6:45, program at 7 pm.
Teamsters Local 952 Hall, 140 S Marks Way The Teamsters are allowing use of the facility but are not sponsors.

Apr 26 Tuesday 7-9pm, Orange: Fish Out of Water Screening/Discussion Chapman University - Beckman Hall Room 206
"Fish out of Water" is a fresh take on an old issue. Using animation and interviews to analyze the seven Bible verses that are traditionally used to condemn the LGBT community, this documentary shows how the Bible is often misinterpreted and misquoted. We are bringing together the local college GSAs and young adult groups to learn about the misinformation surrounding the Bible and the LGBT community. There will be a short discussion after the screening as well as resources for more information. And, like any gathering where college students are present, free food. Presented by Orange County Equality Coalition Interfaith Committee - ocequality.org For more info on the film check out http://fishoutofwaterfilm.com/

Apr 26 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate. web site: ocpeace.org
[Nadia Hassan (Villa Park Peace Coalition) will be unable to attend as she will be speaking at the Villa Park City Council Meeting (we will try to invite her to a future meeting) youtube.com/watch?v=ZKeTFP8KmuU]

Apr 27 Wednesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach (new location): OC For Darfur (We are changing the night of the week we meet to Wednesdays, and also changing the location.)
Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street, Suite 210 Newport Beach, CA 92660
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Where we have been, where we go from here. * How is working on this campaign and facing horror (genocide) impacting us? * Planning for events in the summer. We hope you will join us. Barbara & Anshul Orange County for Darfur, a project of Living Ubuntu ocfordarfur.org

Apr 27 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Progressive Summit Planning Meeting It's about time for us to all come together to begin planning this years progressive summit! Last year was a HUGE success thanks to all of your involvement so I sincerely hope that each and every one of you will participate again this year Contact Daniel Shad danielshad@ocequality.com

Apr 27 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West OC Green Valley Adult Recreation Clubhouse, 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley Doors open at 6:30, Meeting at 7 PM
Associate Director Ray Hiemstra will be giving a presentation covering all of the aspects of Orange County Coastkeeper's work dcwoc.org

[update] Apr 27 Wednesday 7pm, Tustin: Movie Screening of "The Acid Test"
Produced by NRDC, "Acid Test" was made to raise awareness about the largely unknown problem of ocean acidification, which poses a fundamental challenge to life in the seas and the health of the entire planet. Like global warming, ocean acidification stems from the increase of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere since the start of the Industrial Revolution. Leading scientific experts on the problem, many of whom appear in the film, believe that it's possible to cut back on global warming pollution, improve the overall health and durability of our oceans, and prevent serious harm to our world, but only if action is taken quickly and decisively. (Bullied has been switched to May 25)
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780

Apr 28 Thursday TBD, Huntington Beach: "Flyering" Outreach in Huntington Beach by OC Recruitment Awareness Project The Orange County Recruitment Awareness Project is in urgent need of new volunteers to assist with its mission of educating and informing students, parents, teachers, and administrators about the true requirements of young people enlisting in military service. The next early morning flyer distribution event, in the Huntington Beach School District, will take place on campus April 28. Another is planned for late May. Details about where and when to meet will be provided to volunteers before the events. OC-RAP is a locally based, direct action, non-violent group of adults and students whose work in intended to counter the military's aggressive efforts to recruit from low-income and minority families. The group provides information allowing potential enlistees to make educated choices about life decisions such as military service, education, and job training. The Project has distributed informational flyers to students in OC high schools and colleges since 2005, and participates in campus career and college fairs. More info: www.oc-rap.org Contact: Al White at 949-492-0571.
Other organizations working on counter-recruitment with websites that can tell you more: American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) Project on Youth and Militarism, afsc.org/Youth&Militarism Coalition Against Militarism in Our Schools (CAMS) (Los Angeles Based), militaryfreeschools.org Committee Opposed to Militarism and the Draft (COMD), comdsd.org Iraq Veterans Against the War (IVAW), ivaw.org National Network Opposing the Militarism of Youth (NNOMY), nnomy.org Project on Youth and Nonmilitary Opportunities (Project YANO) (San Diego Based), projectyano.org

April 28 Thursday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: Nuclear Regulatory Commission Open Meeting on San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station's Safety Performance. Are you concerned about our Local aging nuclear power plant's safety in the event of an earthquake or a tsunami? Can it withstand a 7.0+ earthquake or tsunami? Meet at 5pm. Bring your signs and questions about San Onofre.
Capistrano Unified School District Board Room, 33122 Valle Road, San Juan Capistrano.

Apr 28 Thursday 6-8:30pm, Tustin: OC Green Drinks OC Wine Mart & Wine Tasting Bar, 2272 Michelson Drive, Tustin
OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org

Apr 29 Friday 3-5pm, Mission Viejo: Town Hall Forum to Discuss Important Health Issues, hosted by Mimi Walters, 33^rd Senate District, Diane Harkey, 73^rd Assembly Dist. and Jeff Miller, 71^st Assembly Dist. and the Alzheimer's Association. Discussion will include importance of risk reduction, warning signs of dementia, impacts of Alzheimer's and related dementia on our communities, resources and current research. Rsvp to elysia.chin@alz.org or 949/955-9000.
Mission Viejo Country Club, 26200 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Apr 29-30 Friday-Saturday Garden Grove: Ninth Annual International Al-Awda Convention Embassy Suite Hotel Anaheim South, 11767 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA 92840 al-awda.org/convention9/reserve.html

Apr 29-May 1 Friday 10am-Sunday 2pm, Sacramento: California Democratic Party State Convention Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J Street, Sacramento, California 95814 cademconvention.com

Apr 30 Saturday 7-8:30am, Sacramento: Region 18 Convention Breakfast, Hosted by Steve Young Sheraton Grand Sacramento
Join Region 18 Director Steve Young for a convention breakfast at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento. Come for the free food, a great guest speaker (Hopefully! We're working on it.), and a chance to connect with all of your region 18 friends! R.S.V.P. REQUIRED via email, to region18democrats@gmail.com, by March 31st. Region 18 is made up of the 67th, 68th, 69th, 70th, and 71st Assembly Districts

Apr 30 Saturday 9am-1pm, Brea: ERF Randolph-Brea Creek Cleanup and Restoration 475 South State College Blvd. Brea, CA.
www.earthresource.org Volunteers needed, RSVP appreciated. For more information: info@earthresource.org.

Apr 30 Saturday noon-4:30pm, Tustin: Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium Common Ground, 14051 Newport Ave. H Tustin, CA Doors open at 11 am
The Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium is an interactive transformational workshop that will inspire us to play a role in creating a new future: an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling, and socially just human presence on this planet. The Symposium is supporting the shift in humanity, from a dream rooted in consumption and competition, to one of sustainability and mutuality. awakeningthedreamer.org

Apr 30 Saturday 2-4pm, Buena Park: National Association for Equal Justice in America 6525 Mount Whitney Dr., For more information please contact Mary Jones, Chairperson Orange County Community Liaison Committee: (714) 499-8987 or (310) 608-5878 N.A.E.J.A. A Non-Profit Civil Rights Organization www.naeja.bizland.com

Apr 30 Saturday 2-4:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Equality Coalition Storytellers Workshop Church of the Foothills, 19211 Dodge Ave,
Everyone has a story! Come develop your story with OCEC Storytellers. Named OC Weekly's "Best Answer to Bigotry" the OCEC Storytellers use personal narratives to raise awareness about the experiences of LGBT people. By putting a human face to the LGBT community, Storytellers create positive change in their community. Learn how to effectively tell your story with the OCEC Storytellers. At this workshop you will develop your personal experiences into a powerful personal narrative.

Apr 30 Saturday 6:15-9:30pm, Newport Beach: LUNAFEST Film Festival of Newport Harbor. Co-hosted by the Zonta and Soroptimist Clubs of Newport Harbor Area. (10) short films shown in 90 minutes. Venue: St Mark Presbyterian Auditorium, Newport Beach. Tickets $35 for regular ticket or $50 for Platinum ticket. All ticket holders: Cash bar and appetizers before films. Platinum ticket holders: Champagne and Dessert with Producers and Directors after films. More info: www.ZontaNewportHarbor.org. Sponsorships available email: efbrewer@gmail.com Proceeds fund charitable organizations.

May 1 Sunday 6-10am, Anaheim: AIDS Walk Orange County will be held at the Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, CA aidswalkorangecounty.com

May 1 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. If you can help, please respond to this email (arncomp@pacbell.net) as soon as you can confirm your plans for Sunday.

May 1 Sunday 10:30am/noon/1pm, Santa Ana: May Day Marches 10:30 am Trader Joe's in Santa Ana (Bristol & MacArthur) Action in solidarity with Florida farmworkers Shuttles available back to your car after May Day Rally and March
From the Plaza of the Flags at noon,
From Sasscer park (Ross & 5^th) at 1pm,
the marches will meet on 4th street between Broadway and Ross, where organizations will have tables presenting their issues. Contact Carlos carlos_iran1@hotmail.com if your organization wants to table

May 1 Sunday 4pm, Orange: Interfaith Mothers Celebration Dinner First Presbyterian Church, 191 N Orange St., Orange 92866.
Join co-sponsors, the Interfaith Peace Ministry and the Newport Mesa Irvine Interfaith Council, for a special celebration. Please invite a family of a different faith to come with you! A free dinner will be served. RSVP by April 24 to Seema Ali 949-205-9410, Khalil Dewji 714-309-7979, or Rev. Denis Short 949-719-1730. info: nmiinterfaith.org

May 2-5 Monday-Thursday 10am-3pm, Irvine: Olive Tree Initiative Sponsors Week of Israeli-Palestinian Discussions The public is invited and encouraged to attend all the activities of Olive Tree Initiative Week on the UC Irvine campus, particularly the Community Forum May 2 at 6pm. This annual educational week is an opportunity for debate and discussion of issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The OTI will have an information table set up on Ring Road from 10-3 each day, followed by evening discussions and meetings. More info: www.olivetreeinitiative.org, or http://www.facebook.com/OTIatUCI

May 2 Monday 6pm, Irvine: OTI Community Forum Discussion: The Push for Palestinian Statehood through the UN UC Irvine campus, Student Center, Doheny Beach B, 401 E. Peltason Dr., Irvine 92697. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this Community Forum on the UC Irvine campus, sponsored by the Olive Tree Initiative Week as part of their campus education week. This annual educational week is an opportunity for debate and discussion of issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The OTI will have an information table set up on Ring Road from 10-3 each day, followed by evening discussions and meetings. More info: www.olivetreeinitiative.org, or http://www.facebook.com/OTIatUCI

May 3 Tuesday 6pm, Irvine: OTI Discussion: One State versus Two State Solution UC Irvine campus, Student Center, Emerald Bay B, 401 E. Peltason Dr., Irvine 92697. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this discussion on the UC Irvine campus, sponsored by the Olive Tree Initiative Week as part of their campus education week. This annual educational week is an opportunity for debate and discussion of issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The OTI will have an information table set up on Ring Road from 10-3 each day, followed by evening discussions and meetings. More info: www.olivetreeinitiative.org, or http://www.facebook.com/OTIatUCI

May 3 Tuesday 7pm, Garden Grove: Come join the North Orange County MoveOn Council at our meeting to plan our May action- the battle for Social Security and Medicare! Our meeting will be at 9472 Central Av, Garden Grove, CA 92844 We will be planning an aggressive action to push back against the Fox News smears, the Koch Bros, disinformation and lies.

May 4 Wednesday 2pm, Irvine: His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama returns to UC Irvine to engage students and the community about compassion and global leadership. The world-renowned leader and Nobel Laureate Tenzin Gyatso describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. He will talk on the role of ethical leadership, personal responsibility, and the opportunities for fostering global leadership qualities in our community. BREN EVENTS CENTER UC IRVINE CAMPUS http://livingpeace.uci.edu

May 4 Wednesday 6:30 pm, Irvine: OTI Discussion: The Role of Religion in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict UC Irvine campus, Social & Behavioral Sciences Gateway (SBSG), Room 1517, Irvine 92697. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this discussion on the UC Irvine campus, sponsored by the Olive Tree Initiative Week as part of their campus education week. This annual educational week is an opportunity for debate and discussion of issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The OTI will have an information table set up on Ring Road from 10-3 each day, followed by evening discussions and meetings. More info: www.olivetreeinitiative.org, or http://www.facebook.com/OTIatUCI

May 4 (1^st Wednesday) 7:15-9:15pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County presents Trent Lange, California Clean Money Campaign, and Nick Berardino, Orange County Employees Association. Meeting starts at 7:15, with social time starting at 6:30. Admission is free. Location is Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa (see map at http://metropointe.com). Collection: Non-perishable food items for Second Harvest Food Bank, especially in need of canned soup, tuna, pasta, peanut butter. Please bring items to meeting! For more information email sckopicki@gmail.com or visit dfa-oc.org.

May 5 Thursday 12:30pm, Irvine: OTI-Sponsored Open Mic: Death, Defiance, Democracy-Messages to the Middle East UC Irvine campus, Student Center, Emerald Bay A, 401 E. Peltason Dr., Irvine 92697. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this event on the UC Irvine campus, sponsored by the Olive Tree Initiative Week as part of their campus education week. This annual educational week is an opportunity for debate and discussion of issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The OTI will have an information table set up on Ring Road from 10-3 each day, followed by evening discussions and meetings. More info: www.olivetreeinitiative.org, or http://www.facebook.com/OTIatUCI

May 5 Thursday, 5:45-9:15, Anaheim: Human Relations Awards City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, 92806 egov.ocgov.com/ocgov/Info%20OC/Departments%20&%20Agencies/OC%20Human%20Relations/Human%20Relations%20Awards

May 5 Thursday, 7:30pm, Laguna Beach: Justice Outreach and You benefit: Mimi Blais, the "The New Queen of Ragtime", from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, will perform her only current Southern California concert of the year at Neighborhood Congregational Church on Thursday, May 5th at 7:30 PM. This concert is in memory of Jeff Stone, a long-time lover and supporter of ragtime music and former DJ of The Ragtime Show on KSBR Radio. Ms. Blais is an internationally known and respected ragtime and classical pianist. Joplin and Mozart with a little Victor Borge mixed in for your entertainment pleasure. This once-in-a-lifetime, not-to-be-missed event is a benefit for JOY Ministry (Justice Outreach and You). Tickets are available for a suggested donation of $20 with pre-reservation, payable at the door. Call or email Sally Barron (497-2343, sb2099@mac.com) or Karen Stone (951-5852, karsto41@aol.com). Without pre-reservation, a $25 suggested donation is requested. 16 and under: $10 suggested donation. The church is located at 340 St. Ann's Dr., Laguna Beach CA 92651.

May 6 Friday 6-9pm, Santa Ana: Time for Citizen Input to Redistricting in Santa Ana Santa Ana City Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza 92701. The California Citizens Redistricting Commission will hold a public hearing to gather local input for the redrawing of Congressional, Legislative, and Board of Equalization Districts. The Commission was created by California voters, and the public is encouraged to present testimony about their community, important issues, and local history. The Commission is seeking information about "communities of interest" that should be drawn into the same districts. Anyone wishing to speak at the meeting is limited to 3 to 5 minutes, but that is sufficient time to express how you think the new lines should be drawn. Please visit the Commission's website at www.wedrawthelines.ca.gov for complete information on the hearings and to access a guide to help you participate.

May 6 Friday 6:30pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting Kate's Place, 6 Goldbluff Irvine, CA 92604 moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=114802

[Update] May 6 (1^st Friday) 6:30-9pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "From the Heart of the World"
This poignant film carries a strong warning from a remote South American tribe that cautions us, the "younger brothers", to give up our self-destructive ways and honor the planet before it is too late. After four centuries of seclusion, the Kogi - considered to be the last surviving pre-Colombian civilization - asked filmmaker Alan Ereira to visit their homeland in the Sierra Nevada mountains of northern Colombia and carry back their message to the rest of us. 2010, 111 Min http://www.linktv.org/globalspirit/Kogi
6:30-7:00 P.M. Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M. Film & Discussion discussion will be lead by Sister Pat Hanson, CSJ and Sister Denise Collins, CSJ
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange present films that raise awareness and encourage conversation about the dynamic, ever-changing, systemic and critical needs of our world.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

May 6 Friday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Dr. Robert Bowman Presents "End of Empire" with a new constitutional foreign policy in the wake of Mideast uprisings. His agenda for America includes a government that (1) follows the Constitution, (2) honors the truth, and (3) serves the people. See Bill Strahan for details.

May 7 Saturday 9-10:30am, Lake Forest: CA Assemblyman Donald P. Wagner and Lake Forest Councilman Host Issues Conversation Voigts residence, 21682 Johnstone Dr. 92630. Assembly Member Donald P. Wagner, R-Irvine, and City Councilman Scott Voigts will host coffee and conversation about issues affecting CA and Lake Forest. Please bring questions, comments, and concerns. A conservative, Wagner holds committee assignments for the 2011-12 Legislative Session of Aging and Long-Term Care, Appropriations, Budget, Education, and Judiciary. He represents the 70th Assembly District of the CA Legislature, which includes Irvine, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, Laguna, Newport Beach, Tustin and surrounding areas. RSVPs are requested, but not required. Call 949-863-9337 or visit Assemblyman Wagner’s website: http://www.arc.asm.ca.gov/member/70/?p=events.

May 7/8 Saturday/Sunday 10am-3pm, Costa Mesa: Earth Resource Foundation Ice Cream Fundraiser Bob's Old Fashioned Ice Cream at the OC Marketplace, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa CA. www.earthresource.org Volunteers needed, RSVP appreciated. For more information: info@earthresource.org

May 7 Saturday 10:30am-5:30pm, Aliso Viejo: Soka University's 10th Annual International Festival 1 University Drive Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 soka.edu/news_events/International-Festival

May 7 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Laguna Woods: JOIN US FOR PEACE! Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village's Steering Committee voted to restart the People for Peace ad hoc committee. Monthly demonstrations for peace will take place on the first Saturday of every month, starting May 7 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at the corner of El Toro & Valencia. Please call or email Margaret Pearlman margaretpearlma@yahoo.com for more information

May 8 Sunday 1-3pm, Orange: CODEPINK OC 6^th Annual Mother's Day Vigil for Peace From the bosom of a devastated Earth a voice goes up with our own. It says: "Disarm! Disarm!" The original meaning of the very first Mother's Day in 1870 was pro-peace. And so we will be holding our 6th annual "Mother's Day for Peace" vigil at the Orange Circle I am attaching the flyer to this event for you here. Our vigil will be held in solidarity with many other Mother's Day actions for peace.
"We, the women of one country, Will be too tender of those of another country To allow our sons to be trained to injure theirs."
~ Julia Ward Howe, Mother's Day Proclamation, 1870

May 8 (2^nd Sunday) 5:30pm, Santa Ana: PCU "CONSCIENTIOUS PROJECTOR" FILM SERIES: "Budrus" A Palestinian organizer unites Fatah and Hamaz members with Israelis to save his village, Budrus.
St. Anselm of Canterbury Episcopal Church 13091 Galway Street Garden Grove, CA 92844

May 10 Tuesday 6:30pm: Democratic Foundation Of Orange County dinner with Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom Address provided upon RSVP To RSVP, please contact Henry at (714) 979-4436 or via email at info@dfoc.com.

May 10 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America Marie Callenders. 1821 N. Grand, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Ralph Nader "The Road to Corporate Facism"

May 10 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens: Mark LeVine, UCI history professor. will speak on "Youth and the Revolution in the Middle East" with Q&A. Osama bin Laden's death, current conflicts in Libya, Syria and Yemen, and rebellions in Tunisia, Egypt and Bahrain make all the more important and timely this leading Mid-East scholar's report, opinions and predictions. Dr. LeVine will have just returned from the region on another of his frequent fact-finding trips. He's lived there periodically and speaks Arabic. Clubhouse 3 Auditorium, 23822 Avenida Sevilla, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. Click here for flyer and gate access form More info: Margaret Pearlman, 949-768-1649. For driving directions click here.

May 11 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion 92675. Speakers at the General Meeting of the SOCDC will address "The Safety of (SONGS) San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station," a matter of great importance here in the OC and everywhere nuclear energy is present. Panelists will include: Rochelle Becker, executive director of Alliance for Nuclear Responsibility, Sandy Exelby, of the League of Women Voters of Capistrano Beach, and Gary and Laurie Headrick, co-founders of San Clemente Green. Dinner begins at 6pm (members $17, non-members $20), the meeting at 7pm (members $3, non-members $5). Please RSVP by May 8 to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net .

May 11 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All-CA, Orange County chapter grass-roots group working for a single-payer healthcare system in CA (SB810)
at Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Congregation 23436 Madero Drive #140 Contact: Jan Meslin, jmeslin@cox.net

May 11 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Feminisms of Color: It Takes A Village To Rape A Woman UC Irvine, SSTR 101
Come learn how rape is more than just a crime committed by a rapist. There are more dimensions to rape that allow it to occur, and at times allow it to go unreported or ignored. We will also touch upon the double standard of gender and victim blaming.
We are presenting this workshop to address the issue of rape among communities of color. Rape is an issue in our communities from the barrio to the university and it must NOT be ignored.
This workshop will be facilitated by Conciencia Femenil, a Chicana feminist collectivo that formed in 2009 to address the cycle of zero, or chronic erasure, of Chicanas on the California State University, Long Beach campus. Conciencia Femenil follows in the footsteps of their foremothers Las Hijas De Cuauhtéoc who in the early 1970s established Chicana feminist written thought, standing up valiantly for the rights of mujeres in a Chicano Movement that though inspiring, was strongly machista and exclusionary.

May 11 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: MFSO meeting We will report on the vigil for the 6.000 fallen, discuss if Bin Laden's death will bring us any closer to ending the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and discuss the upcoming "We are not your soldiers" tour. I am sure many of you have news of your family, and we would all like to hear how everyone is doing. We will make up the agenda when we get there so we can hear from everyone and get ideas for future actions to help bring all the troops home. See you Wednesday night.
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest Ave., Westminster, CA 92683 Corner of Garden Grove and Goldenwest, Right South of the 22 Freeway
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

May 11 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: "Muslims in America: An Historical Outlook, Current Affairs and Issues" Special Guest Sheikh YAssir Fazaga religious director Orange County Islamic Foundation
Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 7:00 p.m. (Voter Registration in Lobby at 6:30 p.m.) For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965.

May 11 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: The 67thADA (Area Democratic Alliance) will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 11 at the IAMU Hall, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach. The meeting begins at 7. The Alliance will be finalizing preparations for the 10th Annual Flag Day to be held on June 11, 2011 at the Teamster's Hall in Orange. The final design for the Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade will be open for discussed. The parade application is due on May 20. We welcome your ideas. 67thada.com

May 11 (2^ndWednesday) 7:30-10pm, Irvine: Peace In Motion Movie Night: 10 Questions for the Dalai Lama Center For Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, 92612 goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-movie-night-10-questions-dalai-lama-2011-05-11

May 12 Thursday 6:30-8:30pm, Santa Ana: Changing Your City's Unjust Vehicle Checkpoint & Impoundment Policies a free training for community-based organizations conducted by Lucero Chavez, esq.
SEIU Office: 1200 North Main St. (at Washington), Ste. 900, Santa Ana
This training is designed to provide advocates with tools that have helped other communities carry out successful campaigns to change their city's checkpoint and car impoundment policies. We will * review relevant cases and vehicle codes that provide the basis for the authority of the police to have checkpoints and impound cars, * identify ways to get information on current policies in your city, * look at how checkpoints are funded, * review key recommendations made in other cities, * review provisions of existing policies in other cities, * go over existing Know Your Rights information, and * review checkpoint observing tools and data collection strategies.
his invitation is extended to community-based organizations from diverse fields -- including immigration, labor, faith, and criminal justice -- interested in working change unjust vehicle impoundment policies in their communities. This training is not intended for the general public. This training is not open to government officials or members of the media. Light refreshments provided. Space is limited. LUCERO CHAVEZ is an immigrant rights attorney with the ACLU of Southern CA based in Orange County

May 12 Thursday 7-9pm, Aliso Viejo: Community Cinema at Soka University - Two Spirits Pauling Hall 216, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Two Spirits, a documentary film by Lydia Nibley Fred Martinez, portrays the story of one of the youngest hate-crime victims in modern history who was brutally murdered at 16. Two Spirits explores the life and death of a boy who was also a girl, and the essentially spiritual nature of gender. soka.edu/news_events/events/2011/05/Community-Cinema-at-Soka-University---Two-Spirits.aspx

May 12 Thursday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: OCYD's May Meeting / Mixer Guest Speaker Jay Slosar, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Chapman University, "The Culture of Excess: How Americans Lost Self-Control and Why We Need to Redefine Success"
Please join us this Thursday for a post-convention meeting and mixer. We will recap our trip to CA Democrats State Convention, recognize Orange County Young Democrats elected to statewide positions, and discuss plans for the next month. Bistro 400, 400 West 4th Street Santa Ana

May 13 Friday 8pm-midnight, Santa Ana: WE LOVE YOU. LET'S PARTY! - A benefit for Team Courage O.C. Private Residence, 2111 Freeman Street,
Please join us for our big annual fundraiser! - And bring your bathing suits! (There's a pool and jacuzzi) Cost: $5 Raffle tickets: $1 each or 6 tickets for $5 Raffle prizes provided by: Spanky's Adult Emporium, Skin So Sweet, Starbucks, Claimjumper, and more!!!! Live DJ set by: Bad Santa We will have kegs and a bar...you can also BYOB =) Special Guest: OC NORML For more information or if you would like to table for free at our event please contact: Nicole Nelson - 760.403.5354 or nicolemarie_nelson@yahoo.com SPONSORED BY: Spanky's Adult Emporium in Santa Ana - spankysonline.com and Skin So Sweet in Huntington Beach - skinsosweet.com

May 13-15 Friday&Saturday 6-9pm/Sunday 3-7pm, Garden Grove: Palestine Film Festival palestinefilmfestival.eventbrite.com
St. Anselm of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 13091 Galway Street, Garden Grove, 92844
Friday Salt of This Sea - A romantic drama about a working-class woman and her experiences traveling back home. Arna's Children - Late Jewish-Palestinian Actor/Director Juliano Mer-Khamis' documentary on his mother, Arna, an activist against the Israeli occupation who founded an alternative education system for Palestinian children.
Saturday Private - A Palestinian family is trapped inside a house commandeered by Israeli soldiers. With God on Our Side - A look at what Christian Zionism teaches and more importantly, the real implications it has on the people of the Middle East.
One Family in Gaza - Through one family's story, the larger tragedy of Gaza is exposed, and the courage and resilience of its people shines through. Something to Prove - A documentary following fifteen 15-year old boys from Gaza as they visit the United States for the first time.

May 14 Saturday 8am, All cities: Stamp Out Hunger! Food Donations to Be Collected by Letter Carriers On May 14, all U.S. Post Office letter carriers will collect cans or boxes of non-perishable food left by mailboxes. The food drive is part of the letter carriers' Stamp Out Hunger program. One in five Orange County residents is at risk of going hungry this month. Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County will make sure donations go to our neighbors in need. To learn more, please go to: feedoc.org or helpstampouthunger.com

May 14/15 Saturday/Sunday: Big Sunday Weekend when thousands of people from Southern California, of all ages and all backgrounds, work together at hundreds of nonprofits, schools and other agencies that need their help. bigsunday.org

May 14 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

May 14 Saturday 4:30pm, Irvine: A FREE Peace in Motion Movie Screening: Peace one Day Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612, 949-854-5500
May 14th is the Center for Living Peace's 1st Birthday! Bring your family and friends for a full day of FREE classes, including a free screening of Peace One Day! This documentary tells the story of Jeremy Gilley's efforts to create an annual day of global ceasefire and institutionalize a universal "Peace Day"

May 14 Saturday 5:30pm, Garden Grove: Interfaith Unity Banquet Garden Grove Community Center 11300 Stanford Avenue Garden Grove, CA 92840
The keynote speaker will be Dr. Najeeba Syeed-Miller from Claremont School of Theology. In our efforts to create community where dialogue and respect coexist, we have asked Dr. Najeeba Syeed-Miller to come and speak to us on "The Hope of Interfaith Relations". We are anxious to rekindle relations with those who attended past Interfaith banquets. Please pass this message along to friends and coworkers. Hope to hear from you soon. If you are interested in coming tickets are $25. Part of the proceeds will aid the Japanese earthquake Tsunami victims. Checks should be made out to Interfaith Council and sent to Ann Nguyen, 11912 Gary Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

[Canceled] ~~May 14~~ ~~Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine~~: O.C. Reclaim Democracy No May Meeting Greetings Orange County Reclaim Democracy Members. We will not have a meeting this month since Wayne and I will be attending the wedding of our niece in Connecticut that weekend. But in the meantime here are a few things you can do the further the Democracy Movement.

May 15 Sunday 8am, Huntington Beach/Seal Beach: Los Cerritos Wetlands Walk (1.5 miles). Learn about the victory of saving 100 acres. Meet at Gum Grove Park, Avalon near Catalina St, Seal Beach (dogs on leash ok). Led by Conservation Chair of El Dorado Audubon and past president of Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust, Mary Parsell, and sponsored by the Democratic Club of West Orange County. Visit dcwoc.org for details, or email westocdems@yahoo.com

May 15 Sunday 9am-10pm, Irvine: 2^nd Annual Orange County Freethought Alliance Conference "The Hazards of Living in a Religious World" Orange County Airport Hilton FreethoughtAlliance.org

May 15 Sunday 3-5pm, Claremont: Are you willing to stand against religious intolerance in our community? Many people were stirred to action by the hostility of several elected officials and a crowd who gathered outside a fundraiser hosted by the Islamic Circle of North America in Yorba Linda in February. As a result, the group "Interfaith Witnesses" organized in Orange County to respond to such events in the future.
Then, on May 5, 2011, another hostile crowd gathered outside the Grove in Anaheim, where the Orange County Human Relations Commission was honoring Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi, the Imam of the first and largest mosque in Orange County. The Interfaith Witnesses were there. We provided a visible, loving and non-confrontational presence, showing support and encouragement to the Muslim community. We gave the news media a different set of images to contrast the hostility on display across the street. And, a different set of voices to interview. See http://www.scpr.org/news/2011/05/06/people-protest-award-given-orange-county-muslim-le/ On May 15, 2011, the Inland Empire Chapter of the Interfaith Witnesses will hold its first organizational meeting. We will introduce the founders of Interfaith Witnesses, and briefly explain the need, the concept, and the logistics of linking up.
ALL people of ALL faiths, clergy and laity, are encouraged to attend: Saint Ambrose Episcopal Church, 830 Bonita Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 * For directions, etc., visit: http://www.stambroseclaremont.org * For more information, contact Vicki Tamoush (714) 362-7676 or Michael Witmer (323) 687-5459. * If you are interested in holding a similar organizational meeting in your area, please call. * If you would like to be in the network but cannot attend this meeting, let us know.

May 15 Sunday 9pm, Long Beach: Artful Thinking's Out at the Movies is proud to present the film screening of TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL at the Art Theatre of Long Beach, CA for an HIV/AIDS and Breast Cancer Benefit with award winning Actress and Comedian Lily Tomlin making a very special appearance. artfulthinking.org/Out_At_The_Movies.html
Teach Your Children Well is a documentary short (39 min) narrated by Emmy Award winning actress and comedienne, Lily Tomlin. The film explores the often tragic effects of homophobia, bullying, and school violence against L-G-B-T young people. It tells its story through interviews with parents, teachers, students, and professionals from various gay and lesbian service organizations.
Tickets: $11.00 at the box office $10.00 in Advance Advance tickets are recommended. Call: 562.438.5435 Click for Advance Tickets: http://arttheatrelongbeach.com/ Art Theatre of Long Beach is located at: 2025 East 4th St. Long Beach, CA 90804

May 16 Monday 6-9pm, Anaheim: National Women's Political Caucus of Orange County Conversation with Tracy Worley Hagen. Hagen is former mayor of Tustin CA and has considerable experience as a public official and community leader. She served on the Tustin City Council from 1994 to 2006, serving as Mayor of Tustin in 1996, 1998, 2000, and 2002. The meeting is open to the public. Location: Mimi's Café, 1240 N. Euclid Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801. For more information, Tammi McIntyre, nwpcoc@gmail.com, 949/697-7532.

May 16 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats: Linh Tran, Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force Linh will provide an update on the agency and let us know what we can do to help. They are addressing this surprising large problem in Orange County that impacts all of us as we consider policies and laws related to immigration and labor.
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

[Postponed] May 17 Tuesday 7-8pm, Huntington Beach: Republican Cat Food Buffet POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN date changed to May 24th

May 17 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
Dr. Brice Harris and Tony Litwinko, who have just returned from the Middle East, will present a program entitled "Israeli and the Occupied Territory: Observations from the Golan to the Negev". They will discuss the plight of indigenous people in these regions. Dr. Harris will also show pictures of the Hope Flowers School which he visited during his trip. Dr. Harris is a retired professor of Middle East History and Politics. Tony Litwinko has been active in Middle East issues since retiring in 2006. Discussion will follow. Please join us. We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive.

May 18 (3^rd Wednesday) noon-1pm, Newport Beach: PDA "brownbag" lunch vigils CA-48 Cong. John Campbell We will meet on the steps at the corner of Newport Center Dr and Santa Rosa Dr, near the entrance to District office building pdamerica.org/events/view/ca48-rep-john-campbellbrown-bag-lunch-vigil

May 18 Wednesday noon-2pm, Yorba Linda: The OC Interfaith Coalition for the Environment is is holding their 2^nd annual Faith Leaders luncheon on May 18th at the Shinnyo-En Buddhist Temple in Yorba Linda. The Rev. Sally Bingham of Interfaith Power and Light, the featured speaker, will be providing ideas on how to lessen the environmental "footprint" of your congregation. There will be examples of up to 30% reductions in energy demands and attendant costs. Congregations who have taken steps to "green" their campuses or provide education on the moral imperative to care for the earth.will be recognized.and Sama Wareh, from the Muslim community will perform an original poem set to music.
If you think your Rabbi, Imam, Pastor or other faith leader would be interested in attending this event, please contact Margaret Henke at 714-731-6775 or marghenke@cox.net . Faith leaders are encouraged to bring a lay person who is active in social concerns or outreach with them to the event. There is no set charge, but a donation of $10.00 to OCICE is suggested.

May 18 Wednesday 6-10pm, Santa Ana: Left of Center Drinks, join David Trujillo and friends for good food, good drinks and good company. 400 W. 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701.

May 18 Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Costa Mesa: Banning Ranch Task Force meeting Mesa Verde United Methodist Church, 1701 West Baker, the SW corner of Baker and Mesa Verde Drive (across from the Library). There is plenty of parking on the South side, entered off of either Baker or Mesa Verde. Our meeting will focus on: Public Outreach, Fundraising, Sunset Ridge and the expected EIR for the Banning Ranch project. info@savebanningranch.org

May 18 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: The Greening of Cars with Linda Nicholes, founder and past president of Plug in America (pluginamerica.org) where she serves on the board. Linda has been driving solar-powered, all electric cars for more than 10 years and was the first residential solar installer in the city of Anaheim in 2000. Free and open to the public. Men are cordially invited. Recorded info at 714/590-7804. Location: Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian View, Irvine. Note: Enter off Campus Drive - not Michelson. womenfororangecounty.org or womenforoc@aol.com. COME EARLY (6:30) TO SEE LINDA'S TESLA ROADSTER!

May 19 Thursday 6:45pm, Fountain Valley: Local Screening of Documentary "Dirt: The Movie" Directed and produced by Bill Benenson and Gene Rosow, this film tells the story of Earth's most valuable and under appreciated resource. In modern industrial pursuits and the clamor for both profit and natural resources, our human connection and respect for soil has been disrupted. Drought, climate change, even war are all directly related to the way we are treating dirt. This screening at a private home is sponsored by the West Orange County Democrats. Please RSVP to westocdems@yahoo.com.

May 19 (3^rd Thursday) 7pm, From your own home: Progressive Phone Call To listen in to progressives in Orange County making important announcements and connections, call 949-954-3015 and enter 57169 when prompted. If you are a progressive in Orange County and would like to schedule time to talk to the group, email Lindamay@ocequality.com

May 20 Friday 12:30-2pm, Irvine: The UCI Interdisciplinary Center for the Scientific Study of Ethics and Morality Ethics Workshop "The Implications of Drones on the Just War Tradition" As the War on Terror moves forward, the US has come to rely more and more on drones to counter the threat posed by terrorism. Drones have arguably enjoyed significant successes in denying terrorists save haven while limiting civilian casualties and protecting US soldiers, but their use has raised ethical concerns. The aim of this article is to explore some of the ethical issues raised by the use of drones using the just war tradition as a foundation. We argue that drones offer the capacity to extend the threshold of last resort for large scale wars by allowing a leader to act more proportionately on just cause. To the extent they become the principle tactic used to fight the War on Terror, this will reshape the notion of right intention. However, while being technically capable of improving adherence to jus in bello principles of discrimination and proportionality, concerns regarding transparency and indiscriminate strikes, especially with CIA operated drones, may undermine the probability of success in the War on Terror.
Daniel R. Brunstetter Assistant Professor UC Irvive And Megan Braun Rhodes Scholar, Oxford University
SSPB 5250 Light Lunch Provided Please RSVP to: CSSEM@uci.edu

May 20 Friday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: Harvey Milk Celebration--Free Event--SAVE THE DATE Let's celebrate Harvey Milk's Birthday!! In the most diverse, welcoming and affirming city in Orange County! Join us and enjoy: The OCEC Storytellers Performers DJ Dancing Harvey's Birthday Cake!
French Plaza, Intersection of French and 4th Street Santa Ana, CA

May 21 Saturday 8:30am-noon, Orange: National Womens Political Caucus - OC PRESENTS A WORKSHOP ON HOW TO GET APPOINTED TO PUBLIC BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Teamster's Local 952 Hall, 140 South Marks Way, Orange CA 92868 RSVP Joana Barcelona (Joana_yb@yahoo.com) nwpcca.org/local-caucuses/southern-california/orange-county

[Canceled] ~~May 21 Saturday 9am-4pm~~ Orange: Democratic Central Committee Strategy and Planning Meeting to Be Rescheduled Carpenter's Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave. Please RSVP to gerrieschipske@ocdemocrats.org no later than May 18. This workshop is only for members of the Democratic Party of Orange County Central Committee

May 21 Saturday 10:30am, Irvine: MoveOn: Who Should Pay? May Recess Action Farmers Market - UCI, Campus Drive & Bridge Road
We need to hold members of Congress accountable during the May recess. We'll demand that Republicans explain their vote to end Medicare and let Democrats know we're counting on them to fight tooth and nail against Paul Ryan's budget. We need all hands on deck for the May recess. pol.moveon.org/event/defendrecess/115112

May 21 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Flicks for Thought "8: The Mormon Proposition" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

May 22 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Forks Over Knives is a documentary in which Lee Fulkerson enacts a mirror image of the journey taken by Morgan Spurlock in "Supersize Me." Instead of eating only at McDonald's for a month and nearly killing himself, he eats a plant-based whole food diet for six months, gets off all of his cholesterol and blood pressure medications, drops a lot of weight, sleeps better and has more energy.
Edwards University Town Center 6, 4245 Campus Irvine, CA We'll meet in front of the ticket booth at 4:30. The movie is at 4:40. If the time changes, I'll email everybody who RSVP'ed. meetup.com/bookclub-794/events/18658431

May 22 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine: State Controller John Chiang California: Budge Problems & Solutions State Controller John Chiang works at the heart of the State'sfinancial system. We often talk about waste in government, and he is the person who searches for real savings, through careful audits and analysis. John always talks about complex financial matters so we can all understand, and is renowned as one of the most caring and ethical people in government
The Duck Club, Riparian View (enter from Michelson or Campus), Irvine 92612 RSVP to Sharon Toji 949 929-6512 or to democraticaction@me.com Charge for meeting and beverage only is $5.00 Full Buffet is $18.00 Salad or Dessert only is $9.00 (you must rsvp for buffet, or salad/dessert)

May 24 Tuesday 5:30pm, Santa Ana: No more unjust checkpoints! Public Safety Committee Meeting Santa Ana Police Facility, 60 Civic Center Plaza, 4th Floor Conference Room
We demand that the City of Santa Ana stops targeting unlicensed drivers. Safe drivers are denied the possibility of applying for licenses and are routinely stripped of their vehicles at traffic stops. We want to see the leadership in Santa Ana end these practices.

May 24 Tuesday 6-8pm, Santa Ana: Town Hall Meeting - Overturn Proposition 8 by Equality California The Center Orange County, 1605 N. Spurgeon Street, Santa Ana, 92701
Should our community return to the ballot in 2012 to restore the freedom to marry and overturn Prop. 8? Delays in the federal case against Prop. 8 have sparked conversations about whether we should wait for the courts to restore the freedom to marry or whether we should seek to overturn Prop. 8 through a ballot measure in November 2012. eqcaevents.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=381

May 24 Tuesday 7-8pm, Huntington Beach: Republican Cat Food Buffet PCH & Main Street
North Orange County MoveOn Council is hosting a Republican Cat Food Buffet, to demonstrate to seniors what is in store for them should the Republican budget pass; We will be handing out samples of cat food to eligible senior citizens, courtesy Republicorp, the alliance of corporate America and the Republican Party.
Added details, if you can bring one (1) ziploc baggie of dry cat food, or one (1) can of moist food, that would be appreciated.
Also, after the event, join us at Ruby's at the end of the pier for a short mixer over appetizers, for those veterans of our previous campaigns to reunite, and those who are new to us to get to know your fellow Orange County Progressives! moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=115209

May 24 (4^st Tuesday) 7-9pm, Orange: Amnesty International aiusaoc.org The Orange group of Amnesty International will hold its monthly meeting on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. We will be back to our regular meeting at the Sisters of St. Joseph in Orange.

May 24 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate. web site: ocpeace.org

May 24 Tuesday 7pm, Orange: OC Open Space Development Hearing The Orange Park Association encourages all Orange residents and interested others to attend a hearing about re-zoning Ridgeline Tennis and Golf for residential development.
Orange City Hall ~ 300 E. Chapman See: OPACommunityAction.org for details.

May 25 Wednesday 5:30pm, Buena Park: UFCW's Original Play "Speaking Up!" Honors Women Making a Difference in Orange County Join UFCW Local 324 in honoring local women as well as women in history. This original production of "Speaking Up!" will star local women labor leaders and activists. Location: 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park 90620. Free admission. Doors open 5:30pm. Deadline to nominate women for awards is May 11. For questions or to RSVP, contact: priscilla@oclabor.org or call the Orange Co. Labor Federation at 714-385-1534. http://www.oclabor.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=41:speaking-up&Itemid=97

May 25 Wednesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street, Suite 210 Newport Beach, CA 92660
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Burma update from Tim Aye Hardy via Skype on Wed, June 8th * Our summer get-together * Where we have been, where we go from here. * Planning for events in the coming months.
Meetings are an excellent way to get involved and know more about what we're doing to tackle these issues locally here in Orange County. We hope you will join us.

25 Wednesday 6:30, Garden Grove: Community Action Partnership of Orange County is the anti-poverty agency that is designated to receive Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding to alleviate hunger and poverty in Orange County. This is approximately $2.6 million annually. We will be holding a Public hearing on the use of those funds to impact hunger and poverty in Orange County at
Community Action Partnership of Orange County, 11870 Monarch St., Garden Grove, CA 92841. (Food will be provided) The purpose of soliciting testimony is testimony and public comments for our 2012-13 CSBG Community Action Plan. We invite you to attend the public hearing and to speak on the needs of the poor in the face of this recession. You will be given 3-4 minutes. Or if you would like to provide written testimony on community needs, please feel free to send it to me to be included. If you have any questions or to RSVP, I can be reached at 714-897-6670 ext. 3400. Alan Woo Director of Planning and Program Development Community Action Partnership of Orange County

May 25 Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Fountain Valley: General Meeting of Democratic Club of West Orange County Green Valley Adult Clubhouse, 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley 92708.
This month's meeting of the DCWOC will feature presentations by Planned Parenthood and Voice of OC Online News. The Planned Parenthood speaker will address national, state, and local challenges currently confronting the organization, including the unprecedented assault on women's health care and reproductive rights. Find out how you can help protect basic health care for millions of women, men, and families. Norberto Santana, editor of Voice of OC will discuss current news issues of importance in West Orange County. Voice of OC is available online at voiceofoc.org and is an alternative to the often conservative Orange County Register. For more information about DCWOC events see: dcwoc.org.

25 Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Garden Grove: Protest Deborah Pauly/CCIR's Islamaphobia and anti-Mexican hate Women's Club - 9501 Chapman Avenue at Gilbert ccir.net/MEETINGS/110525.html Villa Park City Councilmember Deborah Pauly recently threatened violence against Muslims at a Rally outside a fundraiser. Let's attend this event where she is going to speak and let her know that she doesn't speak for the people of Villa Park, or Orange County (and that her comments help empower the same extremists that threaten all of us). For a short video of the... event see: http://tinyurl.com/villaparkno BRING SIGNS, FRIENDS, NOISE MAKERS, AND SHARE THE INFO . PEACEFUL RALLY ! OBEY ALL TRAFFIC LAWS WHEN PROTESTING . The CCIR is listed as a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center, which quotes Coe as referring to Mexican immigrants as "savages"

May 25 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Presentation by Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties on updates to the unprecedented assault on women's health care, followed by an update from Voice of OC, online news, including current issues in cities such as Costa Mesa. Doors open at 6:30 PM. 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley, Green Valley Adult Clubhouse.

May 25 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: Consider the Rise of Disaster Capitalism (Naomi Klein's The Shock Doctrine) Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604
A Not-So Hardcore, Deep and Funny Bookish (Not Book) Club meetup.com/bookclub-794/events/17341219

[update] May 25 Wednesday 7-9pm, Tustin: Movie Screening of "Bullied: A Student, A School, and a Case that Made History"
Bullied is a documentary film that chronicles one student's ordeal at the hands of anti-gay bullies and offers an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment today. Bullied is intended to help all students understand the terrible toll bullying can take on its victims, and to encourage students to stand up for their classmates who are being harassed. (Acid Test has been switched to Apr 27)
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780

May 25 Wednesday 7-8:30pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema proudly presents: South of The Border a film by Oliver Stone
Oliver Stone in personal interviews with eight democratically elected presidents of seven South American countries actively engaged in "the Bolivarian Revolution": Hugo Chavez (Venezuela), Evo Morales (Bolivia), Lula da Silva (Brazil), Cristina Kirchner and Nestor Kirchner (Argentina), Fernando Lugo (Paraguay), Rafael Correa (Ecuador), and Raul Castro (Cuba). Also explores how American and European media grossly misrepresent these leaders and commentary by longtime political activist Tariq Ali.
Gatsby Books, 5535 E. Spring Street (Cross Street Bellflower Blvd.) Long Beach, CA 90808 (562) 208-5862 Suggested Donation: $5.00 Radical Cinema: With Peace There Is Justice

May 26 Thursday 5:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club Susana Hegstrom's Home, 2200 Vista Huerta, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Please join us for our May 26th meeting. We are going to hear about voter registration from the DPOC and Henry Vandermier will represent the Democratic Foundation of Orange County. We also has important club issues to discuss. Bring your food and drink for 2-4. newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com

May 26 Thursday 7pm, Lake Forest: PDA Orange County Chapter 22035 Arrowhead Ln. Lake Forest, CA 92630
Please bring "pot luck" light snack food item and/or beverage pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-orange-county-chapter-meeting Contact: Dr Bill Honigman DrBill@pdamerica.org

May 26 Thursday 7pm, Anaheim: Movie Night: "Paths of Glory" at Unitarian Universalist Church, 510 S. Harbor Blvd. Stanly Kubrick's film, perhaps the greatest anti-war movie ever made. Bring snacks to share. Discussion follows. Contact Edward at edunvan@gmail.com or 714-319-8052

May 26 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604

May 26 Thursday 7:30-9pm, Yorba Linda: Interfaith Dialogue on Peace and Non-Violence Yorba Linda Educational Center, 4999 Casa Loma Blvd, Yorba Linda 92886 (next to City Hall).
The Interfaith Council of North Orange County is sponsoring Interfaith Dialogue Spring 2011: A Religious Perspective on Peace and Non-Violence. Captain John Burks, Yorba Linda Police Services Commander, will provide opening remarks. Speakers will be from Christian, Hindu, Judaic, Muslim and Sikh faiths. Event is free and open to the public. Parking is available. The mission of the Interfaith Council is to promote mutual understanding, respect, appreciation and cooperation among people of faith through encouraging dialogue, fostering interfaith values, showcasing diversity, engaging the community, and sharing in service. For more information, check our Facebook page: on.fb.me/ifcnocdialogue or email Ryan Benz at: rwbenz@gmail.com.

[Update] May 28 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Laguna Hills: Informational Picketing / "Street-Theater" to Stop Deadly Cuts in Seniors' Services El Toro, north side, just east of Valencia, 24031 El Toro Rd., Laguna Hills 92653.
Many groups in Laguna Woods and Orange Co. will co-sponsor Rally near State Sen. Mimi Walters' office to stop radical cuts to seniors' safety-net services -such as In-Home Supportive and Adult Day Health Services. Drastic budget cuts will force vulnerable aged, poor, disabled, ill and/or medically frail from their own homes into nursing homes or hospitals - at far higher cost and risk to physical and mental health, even life itself. "The Grim Reaper" will appear, in-person, to support the cuts. Intent of Rally is to draw media, publicize cuts' impacts, thus help shift public opinion. How can you help? Get your group to co-sponsor or support and inform members of Rally; help co-create / brainstorm Rally, chants, "street-theatre," text of signs (that you make & bring, or volunteers print); invite friends and media you know; or just attend. Click here for Rally flyer. Contact: Jonathan Adler: LawGuruLaguna@yahoo.com or 949-581-2178

May 28 Saturday 8-10pm, Santa Ana: Seeds of Resistance: Comida en Rebeldía A presentation that will invoke critical thought on present foodways Presented by Claudia Serrato of Decolonial Food For Thought
El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 seedsofresistance@yahoo.com

May 29 Sunday 11am, Anaheim: Memorial Day Service - America's Wars: Veterans Speak Out. Several Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim members who are veterans will discuss their experience in the military. A potluck lunch will follow the service.
Anaheim Unitarian Church, 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805

Jun 1 Wednesday 6:30 Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County Monthly Meeting. Pat Alviso, Military Families Speak Out, will update us on the group's efforts to bring an end to war in Afghanistan and Iraq. We will also hear from the Orange County Dream Team about the CA Dream Act and reintroduction of the national Dream Act. Plus, we will be celebrate eight years of first Wednesdays at Karl Strauss Brewery in Costa Mesa. The first meeting was watching Howard Dean announce his presidential campaign. We will also introduce our new web site. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa (http://metropointe.com).For more information, contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Jun 2 (1^st Thursday) 7pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County The speaker will be Henry Vandermeir, President of the California Democratic Council (CDC) and recently chosen Executive Director of the Democratic Foundation of Orange County (DFOC). He will be discussing the 2011-12 Orange County political scene and the priorities that clubs such as the DNOC need to pursue. democratsofnorthoc.org
Dinner: 6-7 pm Meeting: 7:00 pm The Sizzler 1401 N. Harbor Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92835

Jun 2 Thursday 7-8:30pm, Mission Viejo: Find out what plastics are doing to the Oceans and how to reduce plastic waste Community Action Presentation: "Plastic in the Oceans!?" The accumulation of plastic debris in the world's oceans affects us all whether we live in a coastal city or in an inland watershed draining to the ocean. William Cooper, Professor and Director, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Urban Water Research Institute, University of California, Irvine, will offer graphic evidence of how individuals can make a difference in preserving and protecting our environment. Professor Cooper will deliver a video and photographic presentation showing what happens when plastic reaches our beaches and travels through the ocean waters, what steps local youth groups have taken to stop this cycle, and how you and your children can help Find out what we need to do in Mission Viejo to protect our Oceans! Email laurajackson@cox.net for more information and to get involved!
Mission Viejo Council Chamber (across from the MV Library) 200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Jun 2 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Your are invited to a free screening sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition. The documentary,"A Force More Powerful" dramatizes the struggle to make social change with non-violent weapons - and prevailing.
St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602 (Corner of Wardman & Washington Ave) For more info call (562) 587-6270 or (562) 233-8579 Free refreshments will be provided http://whittierpeace.org/index.htm#MovieNight

Jun 3 Friday 11:30am-2pm, Costa Mesa: 15th Annual Ambassador of Peace Awards Ceremony, presented by The Violence Prevention Coalition of Orange County,
honors individuals committed to preventing and reducing violence in our communities. Registration-11:30am-12noon; luncheon and awards-12noon-2pm.
Turnip Rose, The Grand Newport Plaza, 1901 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa CA 92627. For more information or questions, please call Christine Laehle, MPH, 714/966-4439.

Jun 3 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "ON THE FRONT LINE: 3 GENERATIONS OF SOLDIERS' VOICES"
A live presentation by four actors of the stories of Southern California combat veterans from World War 2 through the Iraq War. The 40 minute performance will be followed by a panel discussion with members of the team that wrote, acted and consulted on the project.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Jun 4 Saturday 8am-noon, Laguna Woods: Brunch with Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez "What would America look like in 2012, if the Republicans win? Why the Stakes are so High and Democrats Must Not Lose!" Doors open at 9:00 a.m., talk starts at 10:00, brunch at 11:00
Sponsor: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Location: Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637 Cost: $15 club members, $17 guests Family-style Brunch: lox spread, cream cheese, bagels, fruit, noodle pudding, egg salad, coffee cake, coffee, tea, juice, wine Mimosas: $5 to benefit 2012 Election Campaign Send Reservations to: Nancy Nadel, 343 Avenida Sevilla, Laguna Woods, CA 92637 Further Info: Call Susan Dearing: (949)855-6965

Jun 4 Saturday 8:30-10am, Fullerton: Coffee and Conversation with Sharon Quirk-Silva Please join us this Saturday, June 4th, for Coffee and Conversation. This is an informal group that has been meeting for over two years. Why? We meet to discuss turning the OC Blue! Our discussions are about politics in the OC and what we can do to elect democrats and keep incumbents in their seats. We meet from 8:30am-10:00am. Hope you can join us, please pass this on.
Panera's 2415 E Chapman Ave, northeast corner of Chapman and State College in Fullerton.

Jun 4 Saturday 9am, Costa Mesa: West OC Dems Coffee Get-Togethers Fairview Park, Costa Mesa. Join members of the Democratic Club of West Orange County at one of our local coffees. The next one is scheduled for Costa Mesa. Bring your own coffee, we'll provide muffins. This is a great opportunity to share ideas and discuss issues of the day, including the Costa Mesa budget. RSVP and get directions at westocdems@yahoo.com.

Jun 4 Saturday 9am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Help Costa Mesa workers cancel the layoffs! Join RepairCostaMesa.com every Saturday from June 4 to June 25, 9am-1pm. Locations: June 4 and 11 at Newport Mesa Federation of Teachers office, 900 Bristol Street, Ste. C107 92626, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. June 18 and 25 at Fairview Community Church, 2525, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. For more information contact Orange County Employees Association, 714/835-3355; Chris Berardino cberardino@oceamember.org.

Jun 4 Saturday 10:30am-3pm, Long Beach: UUSC annual Human Rights Forum: Human Slavery and Trafficking in Our Back Yard Unitarian Universalist Church of Long Beach, 5450 East Atherton Street, Long Beach, CA 90815, (562) 597-8445
The LA Metro Task Force is a coalition of 25 federal and local law enforcement and prosecution agencies and social service providers that work together to identify and aid trafficking victims. Program Manager Kimberly Agbonkpollor will speak about the task force's accomplishments and will provide tips for identifying victims of human trafficking. Accompanying her will be Vanessa Lanza from the Coalition Against Slavery & Trafficking (CAST). Also speaking will be Sherri Harris, Director of NETS - OC, Network Emergency Trafficking Services for the Salvation Army. A panel discussion will be followed by a group Q & A session.
Includes morning snacks and full lunch ($15 if paid and registered, $20 at door) RSVP by June 1 to Ruth Shapin, ruth@shapin.org Write check payable to UUSC and send to Ruth Shapin, 2000 E. 4th St., Ste. 120, Santa Ana 92705

Jun 4 Saturday 7:30pm, Costa Mesa: Singing for Our Lives: Gay and Straight Together, presented by Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church. An exploration of gender in our society, including equal marriage and gay rights, coming-out of the closet, transgender issues, feminism and our culture's binary concept of gender, features Orange Coast Choir, Beth Syverson, Director and Pianist and Hannah Kim, Pianist. Serious and silly choral pieces including the oratorio "Boys and Girls and their Stories," plus solo acts and small group numbers. Tickets are $10 (suggested donation); kids 12 and under are free and free childcare with reservation.
Contact Beth Syverson, MusicDirector@ocuuc.org; 949/829-1752. Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church, 1259 Victoria Street Costa Mesa, CA 92627-3933.

Jun 5 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. If you can help, please respond to this email (arncomp@pacbell.net) as soon as you can confirm your plans for Sunday.

Jun 5 Sunday 1-3pm, Anaheim: OC Human Relations Listening Session on Discrimination and Bullying IIOC Multi-purpose Room, 1220 N State College Blvd, Anaheim 92806. OC Human Relations and the Islamic Institute of Orange County (IIOC) invite you to share your or your child's stories at a roundtable discussion. The OCHR is a non-profit agency that seeks to eliminate prejudice and foster mutual understanding. It has recently being conducting "Listening Sessions" in outreach to Orange County's diverse communities of faith. Proper Islamic attire is recommended for this event. For info, contact the IIOC through 714-533-6271, PublicRelations@masjidomar.com, or www.masjidomar.com.

Jun 6 Monday 8:30-10:30am, Anaheim: CodePink Anti-War Group Organizing Protest of Condoleezza Rice Anaheim Convention Center, International Dairy Deli Bakery Seminar & Expo, 777 W Convention Way and Hotel Way, Anaheim 90291. Anti-war and war criminal watch groups will protest the speaking engagement of Condoleezza Rice, former Secretary of State and National Security Advisor. Rice was one of the five Bush administration officials most responsible for shaping public opinion on Iraq. She pushed the Bush administration's false claims that Saddam Hussein's regime in Iraq possessed nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and had connections to al-Qaeda and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. A congressional report in March 2004 found that of all the top Bush administration officials, Rice made the highest number of categorically false statements between September 2002 and September 2003. She is also a prima facie war criminal for her approval of torture. ABC news reported in April 2008 that Rice played a "decisive" role in the approval of water -boarding of people in U.S. custody. Only when the Bush administration's war crimes are recognized will the current administration think twice about continuing illegal invasions and torture. Please stand with us as we chant and sing songs. Meet at 8:30am at Convention Way and Hotel Way, then we'll walk to the Convention Center, near the Hilton. We will have banners and signs. Wear Pink! Bring your cameras! Paid parking available in structure, some free parking in nearby residential areas. For more info, call 949-257-8501, or email Sharon at sharonktipton@gmail.com

Jun 7 Tuesday 7am-8pm, San Juan Capistrano: Special Municipal Election Measure B ocvote.com/election/snjncp2011/snjncp2011.htm
Notice is hereby given that an election will be held in the City of San Juan Capistrano on June 7, 2011 for the purpose of submitting to the voters a question pertaining to the adoption of Resolution No. 10-11-02-02 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano, California Approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) 07-01 for a Mixed-Use Planned Community Located Along the North and South Sides of La Novia Avenue East of Valle Road".
Notice is hereby given that the polls for said election will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. All ballots cast in said election will be counted centrally at the Registrar of Voters office, 1300-C South Grand Avenue, Santa Ana.
Notice is further given that the vote-by-mail ballot processing will begin on May 9, 2011, and will continue Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. until the election is certified on or about July 5, 2011. The vote-by-mail ballot process is open to the public at 1300-C South Grand Avenue, Santa Ana.
Notice is further given that the manual tally of specific precincts will begin on June 8, 2011, at the Orange County Registrar of Voters office, 1300-C South Grand Avenue, Santa Ana.
Notice is further given that a report on the results of the 1 percent manual tally will be included in the certification of the official canvass of the vote.

Jun 7 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens: John M. Goodman, Ph.D. "Our American Democracy: Does It Have A Future?"
Politicians, academics, media, and we often look at pieces of this puzzle. Our June 7 program will try to discern their "big picture." Pieces of this jigsaw will include: * Citizens United, secret corporate buying of elections, falsity in ads, new barriers to registration and voting, other threats to fair elections * Attacks on unions and collective bargaining, privatizing of public services, laws for appointing state "czars" to oust local elected officials * 2/3rds rules, filibusters, big-money special interest power, other kinds of "minority rule" * Growing wealth gap, tax cuts for the rich, tax equity called "class warfare" * Ideology, hyper-partisan polarization, power as a be-all goal vs. public interest * Alternate factual realities of voters, picking news and facts to fit politics, economic illiteracy, disrespect of science, logic, nuance, complexity, intellect, education, and of government itself
More info: Margaret Pearlman, 949-768-1649. For driving directions click here.

Jun 8 Wednesday, 11:45am-1:30pm, Costa Mesa: Round Table Discussion: Given the budget cuts by state and local governments, especially in programs to alleviate poverty, how might churches help to influence attitudes toward the poor and/or take action on their behalf? Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church 1259 Victoria St. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 $10 per person with reservation $15 without reservation Reservations required by Monday, June 6, 2011 You don't have to be a member of the Council to attend! RSVP to nmiinterfaith@aol.com

Jun 8 (2^nd Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: CODEPINK Vigil Dear OC Code Pink Activists and Supporters, After careful and long deliberation, we have unanimously decided to promote peace, respect, and goodwill by moving our monthly vigil from the first Wednesday of each month to the second Wednesday. The reason for this is to avoid any conflict with the large group of military veterans and others who have purposefully chosen the first Wednesday to hold their monthly Memorial service along with their weekly flag ceremony at that time (we believe most likely because we were there first). And we do not wish to give an impression to others that we are protesting their ceremony and being disrespectful to the veterans or to the flag. So we will hold our next peace vigil on Wednesday June 8th rather than this coming Wednesday June 1st. The time will remain the same 5:30-7:00pm. Thanks to all of you who continue to come out and support us each month! And hopefully, others who have been unable to come on the first Wednesdays may be able to join us on the second Wednesdays! In peace, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

Jun 8 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Talk with Tim Aye Hardy about Burma A lot has been going on been going on in Burma these past few months. We are grateful to have our good friend Tim Aye Hardy to give us an update about the current on-the-ground situation. Tim, lives in New York and will be joining us via Skype. We invited Tim to Orange County back in July 2010. Here is his bio. livingubuntu.org/events/2010/evening-with-tim-aye-hardy
IF YOU'D LIKE TO ATTEND, PLEASE RSVP TO: info@ocfordarfur.org or (949) 891-2005. Thanks, Barbara & Anshul Orange County for Darfur, a project of Living Ubuntu ocfordarfur.org

Jun 8 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: Gustavo Arellano "How can Democrats in Orange County and the State increase awareness of issues of concern to Latinos, address those issues, and get out the Latino vote?" Please bring food for South County Outreach
Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 7:00 p.m. (Voter Registration in Lobby at 6:30 p.m.) For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965.

Jun 8 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: MFSO meeting We will be talking about July 4th and MFSO National news. Most importantly, let's hear from you and how things are going with you and the many special needs military families face. I am sure many of you have news of your family, and we would all like to hear how everyone is doing. We will make up the agenda when we get there so we can hear from everyone and get ideas for future actions to help bring all the troops home.
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest Ave., Westminster, CA 92683 Corner of Garden Grove and Goldenwest, Right South of the 22 Freeway
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

Jun 8 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: The 67thADA (Area Democratic Alliance) will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 11 at the IAMU Hall, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach. Guest speaker Sergio Contreras, Westminster School Board 67thada.com

Jun 8 Wednesday 8-9:30pm, Irvine: Asian Pacific Islander (API) Democrats of OC Mimis Cafe, 4030 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine 92604
Please join us for the second meeting of the Asian Pacific Islander (API) Democrats of Orange County. At this meeting, we will be voting on our bylaws, electing officers, appointing committee chairs, and signing/finalizing our charter. Come have dinner, and participate in a brand new, and much needed, outreach effort to the API Community in OC. I hope you can attend, feel free to bring a friend or two :-)

Jun 10 Friday 6:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck at 6:30 p.m., featured program at 7:15 p.m Potluck for Progressives: Kristine Kil from California Against Slavery (CAS), a non-profit, non-partisan human rights organization that focuses on human trafficking legislation. CAS's goal is to pass a ballot initiative in 2012 to strengthen state laws in protecting victims and prosecuting the crime of human trafficking in California.
UU Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 (Corner of Santa Ana St.) For info, call Ruth Shapin at (714)567-0188

Jun 10 Friday 7pm, Anaheim: Orange County Labor Federation Annual Solidarity Leadership Awards Dinner Where Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim 92802
What Orange County Labor Federation's 11th Annual Solidarity Leadership Awards Dinner
Save the Date! The 2011 Solidarity Leadership Awards dinner will honor these recipients: James P. Hoffa, Teamsters General President (Lifetime Achievement Award); Glen J. Nolte, United Association Plumbers Local 582 Business Manager (Cesar Chavez Leadership Award); United Nurses Association of California (Organizing Union Award); Sandra LeMoine Ramirez, National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 1100 (Delegate of the Year); John Chiang, California State Controller (Phillip Burton Award); and PSAV Presentation Services (Model Corporate Partner Award). To RSVP, or for information regarding event sponsorships, ads, and tickets, call 714-385-1534. http://beta.oclabor.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=40:save-the-date&Itemid=97

Jun 11 Saturday 9am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Help Costa Mesa workers cancel the layoffs! Join RepairCostaMesa.com every Saturday from June 4 to June 25, 9am-1pm. Locations: June 4 and 11 at Newport Mesa Federation of Teachers office, 900 Bristol Street, Ste. C107 92626, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. June 18 and 25 at Fairview Community Church, 2525, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. For more information contact Orange County Employees Association, 714/835-3355; Chris Berardino cberardino@oceamember.org.

Jun 11 Saturday 9am-4pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer OC Presents: 3rd Annual Community Conference: Mi Casa es tu Casa: Empowering Our Homes and Transforming Our Communities Consulado de Mexico, 828 North Broadway Street
**Free and open to everyone** Workshops include: La Familia 101, Homosexulidad y la Iglesia Catolica, Queer Rights, Queer. Undocumented. Unafraid., Reclaiming Language and Identity, Queer Media, Allies and Queer Healing Circle. Key-note speaker: Yosimar Reyes *Lunch will be provided

Jun 11 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Jun 11 Saturday 12-3pm, Orange: 10th Annual Flag Day Celebration 144 S Marks Way, Orange 92868. Celebrate our flag with your neighbors! Military and youth groups in uniform welcome. Fundraising for veterans' organizations. Sponsored by the 67th and 68th Area Democratic Alliance Flag Day Celebration Committee, Teamster Joint Council 42, Teamsters Local 952, and South County Labor AFL-CIO. Event will feature an all-American menu and patriotic speeches by distinguished citizens. Free parking. Lunch noon to 1pm, program from 1-2:30pm. More info: 67thada.com

Jun 11 Saturday 2pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn: Who owns the American Dream? Speak out! Does the American Dream belong to Fox news, Rush Limbaugh, and Sarah Palin? Or does it belong to us- the working families, teachers, nurses, the people who want to build America into what it can be. This Summer, MoveOn is hosting a series of house parties, intended to redefine what the American dream means to us, the progressive voice of America. For all of us here in North Orange County MoveOn, we will be hosting a planning meeting, to plan and organize a house party. Our planning meeting is going to be held at Marie Callendars 13252 Brookhurst St, Garden Grove, CA, 92843 Come and enjoy some good food, drinks, and share your ideas to fight back against the right wing noise machine, and show Orange County that there is a progressive voice to be heard! Please visit this link pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/115584 and RSVP for the meeting

[update] Jun 11 Saturday 4pm-11pm, Silverado: 7th Annual O.C. Tree Hugger's Ball And "GO GREEN" Expo This year Daryl Hannah speaks out!
at Santiago Event Center, Silverado, CA 92676 TreeHuggr's...where the nature lovers, sustainability crowd, and OC Hippies get together to have a ball! This festive event includes an environmental expo, local art show, silent auction, guest speakers, live music and dancing. New Belgium beer on tap, BBQ or Vegetarian dinner can be purchased at the event. Guests will be entertained with music of Appalachia & Bluegrass by Lilies of the West and "DNA", Grateful Dead cover tunes of "Skull & Roses" and an evening Environmental Blues concert with "Common Sense" lead singer Nick Hernandez and special guests! This year's guest speaker will be Laguna Transition's sustainability expert, Chris Prelitz! $25.00 General admission tickets, Kids 6-16 yrs $10, Children 5 & under Free! This is a "ZERO WASTE" event, so you can receive raffle tickets for a prize if you bring your own dinnerware, wine glass or beer mug! Tickets for this event are on sale via Paypal at. canyonland.org. Tickets are also available by calling the Canyon Land Conservation Fund at (714)649-2820. Check out last year's Youtube slideshow at: youtube.com/watch?v=iSlK7ZHGyQ0 This is a fun-raiser for "The Canyon Land Conservation Fund" please help by spreading the news.

Jun 11 Saturday 5:45pm, Anaheim: The Reality Of Islamophobia a community town hall and call for action Panel Discussion with Represetatives from CAIR, IIOC & Villa Park Peace Coalition
IIOC Multipurpose Room Islamic Institute of Orange County, 1220 N.State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92806 publicrelations@masjidomar.com

Jun 11 Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: The Arab Spring: Is Democracy Possible in the Arab Middle East? Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
Bring a healthy snack to share, we will provide hot and cold drinks. 6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: The Arab Spring: Is Democracy Possible in the Arab Middle East? Video clips from You Tube PLUS--- "Blood and Oil: The Middle East in World War I" 8:20 PM: Discussion: Plenty of points for discussion in this material: How did the U.S. and the Allies start this mess? What were they thinking? How do you start a successful revolution? Is it possible to have a peaceful revolution? How do you build a democracy amongst the ruins of a shattered dictatorship? Come and contribute your questions, answers and ideas.

Jun 12 Sunday 9am-10:30am, Santa Ana: SO CAL REDISTRICTING WORKSHOP WE HAVE 9 DAYS TO ACT!!! latinosdrawthelines.org/downloads/SoCalworkshops_final.pdf
Delhi Community Center, 505 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707

Jun 12 Sunday 11am-1pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting We'll plan our American Dream house meetings and get trained on how to recruit folks to our movement who wouldn't normally come out to a political event.
Here is the basic agenda for our council meeting: Total Time: 2 hours 1. Welcome (15 mins) 2. What is the American Dream? (20 mins) 3. Skills Training: Recruitment (45 mins) 4. Planning Next Steps (30 mins) 5. Next Steps/Wrap-up (10 mins) Goals of the Meeting: 1. To thoroughly explain the American Dream campaign to educate and inspire Council members to action. 2. To learn how to do great recruitment for the July American Dream house meetings. 3. To plan next steps to recruit hosts and attendees to the July meeting to launch the American Dream campaign in your community.
Kate's Place, 6 Goldbluff (Map) Irvine, CA 92604 pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/115452

Jun 12 (2^nd Sunday) 5:30pm, Santa Ana: PCU "CONSCIENTIOUS PROJECTOR" FILM SERIES: "Addicted to Plastic" Where does all the plastic go? A expose of the proliferation and environmentally dire legacy of plastics
First Christian Church of Orange, 1130 E. Walnut Avenue, Orange, CA 92867

Jun 13 Monday 7pm, Santa Ana: Pray and Act for a FAIR Santa Ana Towing Policy Rosary and Community Action meeting to support our families With Santa Ana Chief of Police Walters and City Council Members Alverez, Benavides and Tinajero.
6:15pm Rosary 7pm Community Action Meeting St. Anne Catholic Church, 1344 S. Main St., Santa Ana 92707 occcopico.org

Jun 14 Tuesday 8:30-10am, Huntington Beach: The Public Schools Project presents a Community Forum on Sexual Health Education Huntington Beach Union High School District Office, 5832 Bolsa Ave, Huntington Beach
Featuring Dr. Robert G. LaChausse, a lead researcher for the comprehensive sexual health curriculum Positive Prevention Plus, and Dr. Evelyn Gonzalez-Figueroa, Director of Community Education and Outreach for Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties. Continental breakfast will be served RSVP: Robert Armenta, Jr. at 714.633.6373 ext. 815 or rarmenta@pposbc.org

Jun 14 Tuesday 8pm, Orange: Patrick Henry Meeting We will be having a special strategy planning meeting for upcoming actions and protests and a planned investigative journal aimed at exposing environmental cover-ups and other issues that don't normally make it into the corporate press. Everyone is welcome to join, participate and suggest additional causes.
The meeting will be at Barnes and Nobel, 791 South Main (across from the Main Place), Orange. It will be preceded by a book-signing event by metaphysical/sci-fi author Alyson Noel.

Jun 15 Wednesday 10:30am Santa Ana/noon Irvine: Dia del Janitor/Justice for Janitors
Marcha para conmemorar el aniversario de 21 anos de la lucha para justicia. Unase con nosotros para recorder esta fecha importante y construer una Union fuerte para todos los trabajadores de Servicios de la Propiedad. Nos juntamos en la union: 1200 N. Main St Suit 900, Santa Ana. Para mas informacion: 714/245-9700.
Join the fight! For a fair economy. Throughout this economic crisis, working people have been making their voice for change heard. Justice for Janitors campaign has fought so hard to establish decent working conditions within the industry in Orange County. June 15 is a national day of action/celebration and will include actions throughout the state. Gather in front of the building:
2601 Main St., Irvine, CA. Sponsored by United Service Workers West, SEIU. For more information, call Marisol Rivera, 714/245-9700 ext.109.

Jun 15 Wednesday 2pm, Seal Beach: Spend an Afternoon with the Whistleblowers. First we will view an Academy Award nominated Best Documentary The Most Dangerous Man in America, a 94-minute film about Daniel Ellsberg, whose whistle-blowing helped end the Vietnam War. Then we will hear a report on present-day whistleblower, Bradley Manning. Administration is free. Sponsored by Senior Patriots Against the War.
Clubhouse 5, Leisure World, Seal Beach For information, call 562/430-7509.

Jun 15 Wednesday 6-8pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club Summer Picnic. Join the LBDC for our Summer Kickoff Barbeque. Location: Heisler Park, just north of Myrtle & Cliff Drive. Meet fellow Democrats, Independents and Progressives for fun, food and latest on 2012 election. For more information, visit lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com.

Jun 15 Wednesday 7-8:30pm, Lake Forest: Betty Yee with Melissa Fox Betty Yee for State Controller
Please join Board of Equalization Member, Betty Yee for a Meet & Greet Reception at the Home of Melissa & Michael Fox Light refreshments & wine served Please RSVP to Teray Stephens at: yee.events@yahoo.com or call 310.488.7945

Jun 15 Wednesday 7-9pm, Tustin: Movie Screening of "9500 Liberty"
Prince William County, Virginia becomes ground zero in America's explosive battle over immigration policy when elected officials adopt a law requiring police officers to question anyone they have "probable cause" to suspect is an undocumented immigrant. 9500 Liberty reveals the startling vulnerability of a local government, targeted by national anti-immigration networks using the Internet to frighten and intimidate lawmakers and citizens. Alarmed by a climate of fear and racial division, residents form a resistance using YouTube videos and virtual town halls, setting up a real-life showdown in the seat of county government.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780

Jun 18 Saturday 9am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Help Costa Mesa workers cancel the layoffs! Join RepairCostaMesa.com every Saturday from June 4 to June 25, 9am-1pm. Locations: June 4 and 11 at Newport Mesa Federation of Teachers office, 900 Bristol Street, Ste. C107 92626, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. June 18 and 25 at Fairview Community Church, 2525, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. For more information contact Orange County Employees Association, 714/835-3355; Chris Berardino cberardino@oceamember.org.

Jun 18 Saturday 9am-4pm, Santa Ana: Mural Painting for the Santa Ana People's Community Garden We are gathering to help Mural Artist Roberto Del Hoyo continue his legacy of beautifying our community. His work can be found in several locations in the City of Santa Ana; Memorial Park, El Salvador, Santiago Creek and now Santa Ana People's Garden. Join us as we continue the flow of WALL ART in our community garden. Food, music, raffles, tour of the garden & opportunity to paint with Roberto Del Hoyo of www.idealwallarts.com
Santa Ana People's Garden (First Congregational Church back lot) 2555 Santiago Street

Jun 18 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC: Rabbi Larry Seidman "The Integration of Church & State" Rabbi Larry Seidman, Ph.D., aka the Rational Rabbi, brings a unique perspective to the role of a religious leader. He is both an ordained rabbi, and the holder of a Ph. D. in Electrical Engineering from UC Berkeley. He believes that the practices of Judaism, and the understanding of God's role in the world, can guide and enhance all our lives. The rabbi believes that Judaism is fully compatible with science and rational thinking. Science and religion are not enemies; rather, with proper understanding, they are fully compatible.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Jun 18 Saturday 2-5pm, Fullerton: Citizens Redistricting Commission Public Input Hearing
California State University, Fullerton 800 N. State College Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92834 Mackey Auditorium, Ruby Gerontology Center 13
The Commission is taking testimony from local area residents before drawing its first round of draft maps which will be released in June. Final district maps must be certified by the Commission and presented to the Secretary of State by August 15, 2011. The maximum time for each speaker is 2 minutes. Speakers should provide copies for the 14 members of the Commission of documents they are submitting as testimony. Speaker numbers may be obtained one hour prior to the posted time of the hearing. The posted meeting time may not extend more than 2 hours beyond the original closing, subject to venue limitations and speaker demand. No speaker numbers will be given out after the end of the posted meeting time. Due to high speaker demand, it is possible that not all people who have been given numbers will have the opportunity to speak. The Commission encourages the public to use alternative methods to submit testimony by e-mail at votersfirstact@crc.ca.gov, fax at 916-322-0904 or by mail to the Citizens Redistricting Commission, 1130 K Street, Suite 101, Sacramento, CA 95814. Please visit the Commission's website at wedrawthelines.ca.gov for complete information on the hearings and to access a guide to help you prepare your testimony. The guide can be found on the home page under "Guide to Participation." All public input hearings are ADA accessible. Any person who wishes to request auxiliary aids or services, including translation, to participate in the hearing of the Commission, in accordance with State or Federal law, should contact Janeece Sargis at 1-866-356-5217 not later than five (5) business days before the noticed hearing date.

Jun 18 Saturday 5-9pm, Aliso Viejo: Vegetarian Potluck and Screening of "In My Country" As we head into summer, we have decided to have a casual get-together at Barbara's house. Hopefully this will give us a chance to sit, talk and relate around what it has been like to be a part of this campaign against genocide.
The theme will be "UBUNTU". Desmond Tutu says part of Ubuntu is, "You share what you have". In keeping with that, it will be a vegetarian potluck. We will also be screening the film, "In My Country" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYSaZJWW0bo) based on a journalist's account of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation hearings after apartheid, which were based on Ubuntu. Given the name of the organization, we are always looking to keep in touch with the true meaning of the word.
5p vegetarian potluck 7p screening of "In My Country" In order to not broadcast the address on the internet, please RSVP to info@livingubuntu.org or 949.891.2005 and we will send it to you :)

Jun 18 Saturday 6:30pm, Irvine: "Stand with the Eleven" Fundraiser for UCI Muslim Protesters Pacific Ballroom, UC Irvine Student Center, Campus Drive, Irvine 92697.
The Stand with the Eleven campaign, in conjunction with the Muslim Legal Fund of America, is hosting a discussion and fundraiser with Dr. John Esposito. The Irvine 11 is a group of students who peacefully and publicly voiced dissent during a campus event. Police arrested the students and the Orange County DA pressed charges against them. Dr. Esposito is Professor of Religion and International Affairs and of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University. He is also the founding director of the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding in the Walsh School of Foreign Service. The MLFA is a charity that supports legal cases impacting civil rights and liberties in America. Arrive early, seating is limited. More info: http://www.irvine11.com or http://www.mlfa.org. Contact: info@irvine11.com or Marya Bangee at 909-576-2713.

Jun 19 Sunday 10am-noon, Bolsa Chica: Women For: Orange County BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE TOUR The two-hour tour begins from the Ecological Reserve South Parking Lot on Pacific Coast Highway across from Bolsa Chica State Beach. Wear comfortable shoes and sun protection, and be sure to bring binoculars or a camera! If you will attend, call for parking info: 714-964-8170 On-line flyer: http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n590/jmgoodman1/Women_For_OC/2011Juneflyerlow-res.png We are collecting new underwear for the Mary's Kitchen Project. Bring some if you can for men, women and children - all sizes.

Jun 19 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County: Open Forum - Humanism and Politics Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618
Our open forums allow for discussion of any topic relevant to humanism. But we shall start Sunday' discussion with the questions: In what sense are political views and values part of a humanistic perspective? In what sense are politics not part of a humanistic perspective? All attendees are encouraged to contribute their opinions, agreements and disagreements on any of the topics that are raised for discussion. As usual our program allows for a Q&A period following the presentation. meetup.com/OCHumanists/calendar/17281745

Jun 20 Monday 6-7:30pm, Santa Ana: Redistricting strategy session Delhi, 505 E Central Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92707.
We will discuss Saturday's hearing, the redistricting timeline that ends August 15th, and a 4-day Get - Out - The - Written Testimony campaign to meet the Commission's June 24th deadline. Contact: Armando de la Libertad libertad@mindspring.com

Jun 20 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Are you interested in learning the best way you can directly affect the electoral map in Orange County? Want to know how you can help Turn OC Blue R.J. Victoria, Regional Lead for Organizing for America and the Voter Registration Chair for the Democratic Party of Orange County will lead a training session in how to effectively register voters and help grow the Democratic Party. Bringing change to OC starts with us!
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

Jun 20 Monday 7pm, Anaheim: Showing of Budrus, a short documentary (Arabic, Hebrew and English) about Ayed Morrar, a Palestinian activist in the little town of Budrus. In 2003-2004, Morrar organized resistance to force Israel to reroute its security wall and preserve Budrus.
Unitarian Universalist Church, 511 South Harbor, Anaheim.

Jun 21 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County "Obama's and Netanyahu's Speeches: What Next?" P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
Members of the Cousins Club will read excerpts from several articles which analyze recent developments and future possibilities by Mustafa Barghouti, Tom Friedman, M.J. Rosenberg, Fareed Zakari, and Omar M. Dajani. Discussion will follow. Come and share your opinions. We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive.

Jun 21-Jul 7 Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 6-9pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Video Production Class
Peace in Motion is a three-week, nine session video production course designed specifically for the Center for Living Peace. Participants will have the opportunity to film, edit, and produce their own films while using video as a medium to explore the following themes that relate to Living Peace: 1. Peace Education & Diplomacy 2. Safeguarding the Environment 3. Inner Growth and Development 4. Exploration of Self & the World through Arts, Culture, and Technology With instruction and mentoring from a highly qualified instructor, participants will experience hands on learning of high quality video production equipment in a group environment. The course will be completed with a celebration of everyone's work with a 'Peace in Motion Film Festival' on July 8th where all films will be screened to family and friends.
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-video-production-class-ages-15-2011-06-22

Jun 22 Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Newport Beach: OC for Darfur Meeting Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street #210
Our three main areas of focus are: * Sudan * Congo * Burma Our priorities include raising awareness locally and advocating on behalf of those who are suffering in the above regions.
For more info, send us an email: info@ocfordarfur.org. OC for Darfur is a project of Living Ubuntu (www.livingubuntu.org).

Jun 22 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County with focus on Education.
Three Board of Trustees members: Katrina Foley from Newport Mesa Unified School District, Lorraine Prinsky from Coast Community College District and Bonnie Castrey from Huntington Beach Unified High School District, will present updates. Doors open at 6:30pm. Location: 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley. Visit dcwoc.org for maps and contact westocdems@yahoo.com for more information.

Jun 23 Thursday 5:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club: Meeting on Getting Our Message Out Discussion with local Press Marla Bird's Home, 4539 Fairfield Drive Newport Beach, CA 92625
5:30-6:00 Social 6:00-6:30 Meeting 6:30-8:00 Speakers newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com

Jun 23 Thursday 6-9pm, Orange: OC Green Drinks at Ruby's Diner, 186 North Atchison Street, Orange, CA 92866
Be green and hop on the Metrolink to the Orange station for OC Green Drinks at Ruby's Diner. Ruby's Diner has generally donated a gift certificate for whomever is the first person to arrive at OC Green Drinks via train. (Bring your ticket stub to Evan to win it!)
OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org

Jun 23 Thursday 6pm, Mission Viejo: Supervisor Redistricting - Need Your Input The OC Supervisors are drawing their own districts. We need people to give testimony that there must be at least one Latino district. We need to have Supes that look like today's OC. More info & proposed maps ocgov.com/ocgov/Government/Redistricting
Scheduled Redistricting Committee Meetings
June 23 - 6 p.m., Mission Viejo City Hall, Council Chambers, 200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo
June 30 - 2 p.m., Board Hearing Room, Hall of Administration, Santa Ana
July 7 (if needed) - 2 p.m., Board Hearing Room, Hall of Administration, Santa Ana

Jun 25 Saturday 9am-noon, Santa Ana: Community Forum: Public Safety for All A report about the current unfair policy of the impoundment of cars and a brief presentation of the Orange County May Day Coalition
brunch will be provided Centro Cultural de México, 310 W 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (second floor) presented by O.C. May Day Coalition: Chican@s Unidos, Colectivo Tonantzin, El Centro Cultural de México, DeColores, Hermandad Mexicana, Jornadas de Paz y Dignidad, Justice For Janitors, O.C. Dream Team, O.C. Peace Coalition, Villa Park Peace Coalition... Para mãs información: Gema (951) 378-0128

Jun 25 Saturday 9am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Help Costa Mesa workers cancel the layoffs! Join RepairCostaMesa.com every Saturday from June 4 to June 25, 9am-1pm. Locations: June 4 and 11 at Newport Mesa Federation of Teachers office, 900 Bristol Street, Ste. C107 92626, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. June 18 and 25 at Fairview Community Church, 2525, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. For more information contact Orange County Employees Association, 714/835-3355; Chris Berardino cberardino@oceamember.org.

[update] Jun 25 Saturday 10am-1pm, Irvine: Victory Redrawn - Region 18 Organizing Conference. @ Irvine Ranch Water District
Precinct organizing with regional Director Steve Young and Stephanie Pacheco of DCWOC and Voter Registration with R.J. Victoria of OFA and more! RSVP tos region18democrats@gmail.com for updates and details. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/Region18Democrats.

Jun 25 Saturday 10am-4pm, Rancho Santa Margarita: 4Rs Summer Ecofest Sukyo Mahikari Centers for Spiritual Development, 23151 Camino Altazano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 gogreenecofest.org

Jun 25 Saturday 10:30am-noon. Irvine: Orange County Chapter UNA-USA Summer Gathering - "The UN: More Important than Ever" will be the topic of the talk by Jim Stansbery, UNA-USA So. CA Division Board Member and Professor of History and Political Science at Harbor College. Location: Irvine Heritage Park Library Community Room, 14361 Yale Avenue, Irvine 92604 - slightly over a mile off the I-5. info@una-oc.org or una-oc.org

Jun 25 Saturday 2:30-8pm, Long Beach: You're Invited to a Birthday Party During the Port of Long Beach's 100th Birthday Party, the public will be treated to a rare exhibit, "Port Reflections: A Centennial Celebration," curated by the Long Beach Museum of Art. Pier E - Ocean Blvd. and Pico Avenue
Parking is free, and there will be a bicycle valet. For map and more information, go to www.polb.com/birthday

Jun 26 Sunday 1pm, Irvine: An Unfinished Revolution: Yemen and the Arab Uprising Plumer Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine 92604.
Join William Picard, founder and co-director of the Yemen Peace Project, for a presentation and discussion of the ongoing revolution and humanitarian crisis in the Republic of Yemen. Sponsored by IUCC Advocates for Peace and Justice. For details and directions visit: yemenpeaceproject.org/events/iucc or iucc.org . Contact: 949-733-0220.

Jun 26 Sunday 2pm, La Palma: Walk for Hope Meeting Please let us know if you plan on attending (sukh@bethecause.org) (Exact address provided upon RSVP)
For those of you that have never attended, the Walk for Hope is truly a special event. People always ask us what the purpose of the event is and despite it having been in existence for 10 years now, we still don't have a good answer.
The goal isn't to raise funds, there is no charge to attend, and typically the volunteers get the most out of it. At best, it is our attempt to pour a little love back into our community.
The quotes, the activities, the music, the lunch that we offer, are all designed to remind us of what is most important in life, and to perhaps inspire us to do more with our own lives.
Every year we wonder if the Walk for Hope will happen again, this year is no different in that respect. We are organizing this first meeting with a little skepticism and a little faith that quite possibly it may all come back together again like it always has.
The Walk for Hope will be at El Dorado Park, Long Beach, on Saturday, Oct 15.
Please join us. Sukh

Jun 26 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine: How Wall Street & the Banks Sank Our Economy We'll open with a scene from the film "Inside Job," and then go on to a documentary about a little known profession, "the Quants." They were the hidden Houdinis who enabled Wall Street and the Banks to use obscure mathematical formulas to bring down our economy. We will only provide dinners for those who send in a firm RSVP, so please respond and go to the poll make your choice. Then you MUST add a comment to give your name and what you chose. If you can't figure it out, email me at htoji@cox.net. Thank you! We want to have money for our headquarters in 2012, so we need to cover our expenses! The program will begin at 5:00 pm, so please come and check in at 4:30 pm. Everyone pays a minimum of $5.00, which includes beverages and our club expenses. Salad or dessert is $9.00, and a complete and delicious buffet dinner is $18.00. meetup.com/IrvineDems/events/17536608
The Duck Club, Riparian View (enter from Michelson or Campus), Irvine 92612 RSVP to Sharon Toji 949 929-6512 or to democraticaction@me.com

Jun 26 Sunday 3pm, Studio City: PCU is co-sponsoring an event that will feature the ACLU-produced dramatic reading, Reckoning With Torture, followed by a panel discussion, at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 3646 Coldwater Canyon, Studio City. The distinguished panelists for the discussion that follows the reading will be Rabbi Aryeh Cohen, Constitutional Attorney Steve Rohde, and Julie Gutman, Executive Director of Program for Torture Victims.

Jun 26 Sunday 5pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn: Activist Training Are you looking to make a difference in this election season? To be a part of the progressive movement that will defend the American Dream and press for a better future? As part of our ramp up for our American Dream July event, we are holding an activist training session at John Goodman's house- 9472 Central Av. Garden Grove, CA 92844
This training is for those interested in media outreach and phone banking/recruitment This will be a potluck, so please bring your favorite appetizer/ dish to share, and enjoy the climate of socializing with fellow progressives and activists as we prepare to take back Orange County As always, feel free to call me if you have any questions- 714 955 3058

Jun 27-Jul 1 Monday-Friday, 9am-noon, Santa Ana: Summer Ecology Day Camp Scholarships: Santiago Park Nature Reserve, 600 East Memory Lane
Staff members at the Summer Ecology Day Camp at Santa Ana's Santiago Park Nature Reserve are offering a limited number of camp scholarships for youth ages 7-14. The camp will offer youth a chance to learn hands-on environmental science. For more info: eco-es.com; info@eco-es.com; 714-292-2899.

Jun 27 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
Garry South will be discussing the impact of the redistricting on Orange County For more information, please call the DPOC office at 714-835-5158.

Jun 28 Tuesday noon-1:30pm, Fullerton: Press Conference and Rally for Southern CA Grocery Workers Albertson's Headquarters, 1421 Manhattan Ave.
Grocery workers are on the verge of another strike, which would be devastating for all involved. We are seeking to raise awareness of this urgent situation and what's at stake. We will also ask Albertsons, one of the 3 companies at the table, for a fast and fair settlement in the grocery worker's contract that does not harm workers and protects affordable healthcare for these workers.
10am - Vons Headquarters, 618 Michillinda Ave, Arcadia CA; 12pm - Albertsons Headquarters, 1421 S. Manhattan Ave., Fullerton CA 92831; 4pm - Ralphs Headquarters, 1100 W. Artesia Blvd., Compton CA 90220. For more info, contact Glen Arnodo at 213/381-5611 ext. 126 or glenarnodo@sbcglobal.net. Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO.

Jun 28 Tuesday 5pm, votersfirstact@crc.ca.gov: Last Call for Public Testimony before June 28th Deadline The California Citizens Redistricting Commission is asking the public to submit public testimony on its first round of draft Congressional, legislative and Board of Equalization district maps by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 28th. The public can submit written testimony by e-mail to votersfirstact@crc.ca.gov, or by fax to 916-651-5711. wedrawthelines.ca.gov

Jun 28 Tuesday 5:30-8:30pm, Santa Ana: Join The Fight In Costa Mesa Speaking truth to power, Costa Mesa's interim police chief blasted the City Council majority that is pushing an outsourcing scheme. In his resignation letter, interim police Chief Steve Stavely gives a no-hold-barred assessment of the right-wing's plan to attack workers.
Currently there is a targeted yard sign campaign underway in Costa Mesa. The goal is simple, get as many of the residents of Costa Mesa to send a message to the City Council majority to "Cancel the Layoffs!" To get the signs out, we need volunteers who can call Costa Mesa residents and solicit their support!
OCYD Phone Bank, Orange County Employees Association, 830 N. Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701, RSVP to Tim Steed: 714-835-3355 tsteed@oceamember.org

Jun 28 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.
Our special guest Mayra Bangee will be with us to discuss the latest on the Irvine 11 case and what we as a coalition and informed citizens can do to stop this injustice. Everyone come and show your support for this very important free speech rights case and the good people that are fighting our fight. See you tonight at the UU Church in Anaheim at 7pm. 511 S. Harbor Blvd. Snacks/ beverages to share are welcome. paz

Jun 29 Wednesday 1:30pm, Laguna Woods: Showing of "Gasland" Documentary About Fracking Laguna Woods Village, Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2, Laguna Woods 92653. "Fracking," or hydraulic fracturing, is a natural gas drilling technology developed by Halliburton and being used in a boom of domestic natural gas drilling across the U.S. "Gasland," which received a Special Jury Prize, Documentary, at Sundance, is a riveting environmental film. When filmmaker Josh Fox was asked to lease his land for drilling, he began a cross-country odyssey that revealed a trail of secrets, lies, and contamination, including reports of flammable drinking water. The Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village is presenting this free event. Laguna Woods Village is a gated community. Non-residents are invited, but are asked to fill out a coupon to present at the gate for access. Coupons are available at: lagunawoodsvillage.com/images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/Summer%20Films%20Flyer%202011%20%28color%29.pdf . For more information about the movie, see gaslandthemovie.com.

Jun 29 Wednesday 6pm, San Clemente: San Clemente Green CASUAL BEACH PARTY
Meet us just north of the San Clemente Pier. We'll be providing pizza (while it lasts), so just bring something to drink. Come hear about why we are calling for a shutdown of our nuclear power plant, get an update on the San Clemente Community Market, and learn more about our unique Community Garden. gary@sanclementegreen.org

Jun 29 Wednesday 6pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema proudly presents: I Can Tell The World A film by Larry Bograd and Coleen Hubbard
This inspiring and uplifting documentary follows members of the Spirituals Project, a multiracial, multigenerational choir committed to the preservation and performance of African American spirituals. Without the spirituals, there would be no gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, hip-hop or rap. Includes information about the spirituals' deep history, complex origins and coded messages. Group discussion follows the movie. Running Time: 70 minutes
The Village Grind Coffeehouse (next door to Utopia Restaurant) 443 E. 1st Street (cross street Linden Ave.) Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-4033 Suggested Donation: $5.00 Radical Cinema: With Peace There Is Justice

Jun 29 Wednesday 6-9pm, Santa Ana: Islam from the Islamic perspective: A bilingual presentation about the last of the Abrahamic faiths. by Nadia Hassan of the Villa Park Peace Coalition
At El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 For more info: (714)381-5331

Jun 30 Thursday 9am-6pm, Santa Ana: Irvine 11 court hearing Santa Ana Court House, 401 W Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92701 irvine11.com The judge will rule on the defense team's Motion to Recuse the Orange County District Attorney's Office, as well as as the Murgia Motion to look at the issue of selective and discriminatory prosecution and a Motion to Suppress the Search Warrants. We encourage people to come throughout the day to attend the hearing.

new Jun 30 Thursday 5pm, Santa Ana: Meeting on the Santa Ana P.D. treatment of Latino Transgenders During the past two years the Latino LGBT community in the city of Santa Ana have spoken to numerous people about Santa Ana PD's treatment of Latino Transgenders. The situation has come to a point where the community has decided to speak up and begin a dialogue; the meeting will help us identify the issues and direct us to a possible solution beneficial to all. The meeting will be attended by the Latino transgender community, staff of the Center OC, OCEC Outreach, and others. You are all cordially invited to join us. at The Center OC, 1605 N Spurgeon St Santa Ana, CA 92701

Jun 30 Thursday 6pm, Santa Ana: Public Forum: OC Leadership Coordinator with C.A. Legislative Gil A. Cedillo. Topics: SB60, Driver License, No Vehicle Impound, CA Dream Dream Act, AB130-131 and Dream Act.
Sponsored by Los Amigos de Santa Ana, OC La Habra; Hermandad Mexicana Latinoamericana; MAPA; OCCCO; ACLU; OC Dream Team; LULAC; UFCW 324; SEIU 1877; Janitor's Union; UMAV.
Mariscos Zamora Restaurant, 3701 W. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana CA 92704; 714/775-6671.

Jun 30 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Cost: Free. Refreshements will be served. Please remember that we will NOT be having a meeting in JULY 2011.

Jul 3 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses. As usual we will be at 6th Street (north of pier and of Main Street) Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to about 5PM. Please come visit and, if you can, PLEASE come to help with setup and/or breakdown. In addition to the moving display and great people and the beach itself, we will have a good selection of peace supplies for small (or large) donations. We often have many great people visiting and great conversations going on. Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical. If you can help, please respond to this email (arncomp@pacbell.net) as soon as you can confirm your plans for Sunday.

Jul 3 Sunday 1:15pm, Huntington Beach: Die In Come die with us-Enough Campaign Main St/Pacific Coast Hwy, Base of pier Plaza
We will do a silent demo with flag draped coffins and photos of our fallen Soldiers. We will be wearing white t-shirts and when we drop, packets packets of fake blood will be provided to slap on the shirt. T-Shirts will be provides in case you do not want to ruin your own shirt. This is a very public place and we need to wake up the population with a small taste of what war looks like The true human cost of war!!! Also, please join us for our regular Sunday protest from noon to 1pm

Jul 3 Sunday 2-4pm, Irvine: Gary Headrick of San Clemente Green on the decommissioning of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) Among the many environmentally-friendly activities of San Clemente Green, they are currently urging the City Council of San Clemente to temporarily shut down SONGS to evaluate the safety conditions of the station. A permanent decommissioning is looming.
For more information on San Clemente Green, please visit: sanclementegreen.org To contact Gary Headrick, please send an email to gary@sanclementegreen.org or visit the website.
(this is a meeting of the Green Party of Orange County, but San Clemente Green is a non-partisan environmental group) Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Jul 3 Sunday 3pm, Huntington Beach: Parade Decorating Party & Parade Help decorate the Democratic Clubs of Orange County 4th of July parade entry. Starting at 3:00, we will finish when we are happy with the way it looks. If you have zip ties (18 inches or longer) or small bungee cords (12inch) to donate to the decorating effort, bring them along. Contact Roz at 714 262 2314 or email rfreewoman@isp.com
and - Join the Democratic Clubs of Orange County for the City of Huntington Beach 107th Annual 4th of July Parade.Those walking the parade route, meet at the Del Taco in Seacliff Shopping Center - Goldenwest and Yorktown. Shuttle cars will take you to the parade staging area. Shuttle cars begin at 7:00 and continue until 9:30. However we cannot guarantee anyone arriving after 9:30 will make it to the staging area. (The traffic moves very slow as we get closer to the parade start time of 10:00). The parade route is 3 1/2 miles and the parade ends about noon at Seacliff Shopping Center.

Jul 6 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street, Suite 210, Newport Beach, CA 92660 ocfordarfur.org

Jul 6 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: Remember our MFSO meeting for July is Wednesday July 6th at Spires in Westminster at 7pm. Here we hope you will update us on what is happening with your loved one in the military and how you and your family are coping during war time. We will be pushing the big national action in DC in October and talking about accommodations, carpooling, etc. Info below on meeting location:
Spires Restaurant 13030 Goldenwest Westminster, CA 92683 - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have the private room.
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

[update] Jul 7 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm, Irvine: An Evening with Dean Erwin Chemerinsky United States Supreme Court Update democpac.org Il Fornaio Restaurant, 18051 Von Karman Avenue Irvine, CA 92612

Jul 7 Thursday 6:30-9pm, Tusin: OC Interfaith Coalition for the Environment Committee Meeting ocice.org
Aldersgate UMC, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin The OCICE Committee Meetings consist of planning events throughout the year, with emphasis on the annual Caring for Creation conference. If you would like to join the committee, please contact Sherri at ecofaith@ocice.org.

Jul 8 Friday 6:30pm-9pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Rob Nothoff, policy analyst from OCCORD (Orange County Communities Organized for Responsible Development), will present their findings on Orange County elections from their recent report, The Rubber Stamp Process. The Potluck for Progressives is a public information forum sponsored by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim. Please join us at 6:30pm for the potluck, followed by the presentation at 7:15pm at 511 S. Harbor Blvd. (x Santa Ana), Anaheim CA 92805. Visit our website at www.uuchurchoc.org or call 714.758.1050 for more information about this event. You can also follow us on Facebook. Hope to see you there!

Jul 9 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Jul 9 Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: Bill Moyers Reports: Trading Democracy Irvine Ranch Water Dist. Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave
Bring a healthy snack to share, we will provide hot and cold drinks. Join us for an enlightening film and a lively discussion. 6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: Bill Moyers Reports: Trading Democracy 8:00 PM: Discussion
Since Wayne and I will be on our annual pilgrimage to the Taylor Family Reunion in Oregon, Eva Goodwin-Noriega and her husband, Cosme, will be presenting the meeting. They were inspired by a recent story on NPR: the struggle of Francisco Pineda in El Salvador to block a multinational gold mining company from polluting local water supplies. You know what NAFTA and CAFTA stand for: North American Free Trade Agreement and Central American Free Trade Agreement. Are these trade agreements helping or hurting Americans? Central, Southern and/or Northern? Eva and Cosme have tracked down a great documentary by Bill Moyers that explains how NAFTA can be used to undermine local control of our environment. CAFTA has very similar provisions.
Then Eva and Cosme will relate the documentary to the piece that aired a week ago (Thursday, June 23, 2011) on NPR's "The Story." NPR is running a series of stories on the health of water and its importance to all of earth's plants and creatures. This particular story focused on what has happened to an area of El Salvador because of CAFTA--the Central American Free Trade Agreement. A gold mine, brought in by a CAFTA international corporation, was supposed to provide jobs and a better life for the people. Instead it provided jobs for highly educated foreigners and death for local activists, ruined the local resident's lives by contaminating their water & turned previously friendly neighbors into enemies. A three minute video about the lead organizer, Francisco Pineda, will be included.

Jul 10 Sunday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: You are cordially invited to Sunday Brunch with Lambda Legal At the home of Lew Janowsky 1809 North Heliotrope Drive Santa Ana, CA 92706
Please join us for an update on Lambda Legal's critical work in California and around the country. Sumptuous brunch and cool refreshments will be served.
Featured Speakers Peter Renn Staff Attorney, Western Regional Office Professor Katherine Darmer Professor of Law, Chapman University Founding Board Member and past Legal Chair, Orange County Equality Coalition (OCEC) RSVP by July 6th Kimberlee Jones at (213) 382-7600 ext. 226 or kjones@lambdalegal.org

Jul 10 Sunday 11am-4pm, Irvine: ACLU/KPFK Free All Political Prisoners Orange County Picnic Potluck University community Park, 1 Beech Tree Lane, Irvine, CA 92612
Sponsored by: KPFK Radio Outreach Committee Orange County Chapter ACLU Persian Friends of KPFK Orange County Peace & Freedom Party Contacts, Chuck Anderson 714 956-5037 Reza Pour 323 679-5023

Jul 10 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: Irvine Global Warming Group at REI, 2962 El Camino Real Tustin, CA We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/21985301

Jul 12 Tuesday 6-7pm, Irvine: Farmworker Justice Action at UCI Trader Joe's Help build a food system that respects workers' rights!
Please to welcome members of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers to town and to demand justice for the farmworkers who harvest many of Trader Joe's tomatoes. We'll gather on the sidewalk outside of the UCI Trader Joe's at 6:00, deliver a letter to the manager, flyer customers for a little while, and play Son Jarocho!! Immediately following the action, there will be an opportunity to eat dinner with the CIW members and learn more about campaign plans for the coming months. For more info., please contact Damara at damara@justharvestusa.org or 510-725-8752.

Jul 13 (2^nd Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: CODEPINK Vigil Dear OC Code Pink Activists and Supporters, After careful and long deliberation, we have unanimously decided to promote peace, respect, and goodwill by moving our monthly vigil from the first Wednesday of each month to the second Wednesday. The reason for this is to avoid any conflict with the large group of military veterans and others who have purposefully chosen the first Wednesday to hold their monthly Memorial service along with their weekly flag ceremony at that time (we believe most likely because we were there first). And we do not wish to give an impression to others that we are protesting their ceremony and being disrespectful to the veterans or to the flag. The time will remain the same 5:30-7:00pm. Thanks to all of you who continue to come out and support us each month! And hopefully, others who have been unable to come on the first Wednesdays may be able to join us on the second Wednesdays! In peace, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

Jul 13 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "the Status of the Democratic Party's Preparation for the Election of 2012" socdc.org
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.
This months meeting features R.J. Victoria, a member of the Democratic Party of Orange County Central Committee and Executive Board. R.J. is currently serving as Orange County Democrats lead in support of President Obama and Democrats in the 2012 election. Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net

Jul 13 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: OC Progressive Summit Planning Meeting meetup.com/ProgressiveUnity/events/23213761 Planning meeting for 2nd Annual OC Progressive Summit All progressive groups are encouraged to participate.

Jul 13 Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm, Cerritos: PDA SE LA Movie-Night: "War Made Easy" featuring Norman Solomon, PDA's Healthcare NOT Warfare Co-Chair and Candidate for the 6th District of California, and Narrated by Sean Penn pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-se-la-movie-night
Honey's Restaurant, 10769 South Street, Cerritos CA 90703

Jul 13 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: "The True Meaning of Separation of Church and State" Special Guest: Eddie Tabash Trustee and National Legal Committee Chair Americans United for Separation of Church and State (www.au.org) A non-sectarian and non-partisan organization which has led the fight against the misguided efforts of the "Moral Majority" and proponents of "intelligent design". Meeting includes Club Business,Legislative Action, Raffle and Refreshments; Members free; Guests $2. For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965. New! Voter registration prior to each meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tell your new neighbors! Please bring food for South County Outreach
Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 7:00 p.m. (Voter Registration in Lobby at 6:30 p.m.) For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965.

Jul 13 Wednesday 7:15pm, Irvine: Planet Rehab - "Tending the Garden" Plumer Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine 92604.
This is a journey into environmental awareness and our responsibilities to the Planet! Planet Rehab is a nonprofit organization committed to protecting habitats and environmental education and believes the best way to do just that is through the magic of music. Using original music from their upcoming CD "Love Songs to Gaia" Planet Rehab hopes to not only educate, but inspire change and a greater love and respect for our Planet.

Jul 14 Thursday 5:30-8:30pm, Irvine: OC Young Democrats 2011 Roast of Marti Schrank And Annual Fundraiser Featuring State Controller John Chiang Irvine Hilton, 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, 92612 Tickets: secure.actblue.com/page/martiroast

Jul 14 Thursday 6:30pm, Huntington Beach: It's time again for the Huntington Beach Drinking Liberally group to get together. It just keeps getting crazier and crazier out there, so I'm confident that several of you may have something "interesting" to comment on. So stop on by and join us, as we share some of our progressive thoughts and conversation.
King's Fish House, 7691 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Hope you can make it, Tim and Susan huntingtonbeach@drinkingliberally.org

Jul 15 Friday 8:30-10:30am, Garden Grove: Making a difference breakfast Garden Grove Community Meeting Center, 11300 Stanford Avenue Please join California State Senator Lou Correa, Acacia Adult Day Health Services, AARP, and fellow senior volunteers for a celebration of community and public service. The program will include awards recognition, legislative updates, music, and tribute. For more information or to RSVP by Friday, June 3, 2011, please call Julie Nguyen at (714) 558-4400 or email Julie.Nguyen@sen.ca.gov.

Jul 15 Friday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Showing of "Inside Job" Documentary About the Global Financial Crisis Laguna Woods Village, Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge, Laguna Woods 92653.
"Inside Job", a 2010 documentary, provides a comprehensive analysis of the global financial crisis through extensive research and interviews with key financial insiders, politicians, journalists, and academics. The film, which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, was made on location in the U.S., Iceland, England, France, Singapore, and China. A writer for The Washington Post said "Inside Job" "traces the history of the crisis and its implications with exceptional lucidity, rigor and righteous indignation." The Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village is presenting this free event. Laguna Woods Village is a gated community. Non-residents are invited, but are asked to fill out a coupon to present at the gate for access. Coupons are available at: lagunawoodsvillage.com. For a preview of the movie, see http://www.sonyclassics.com/insidejob/

Jul 15 Friday 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Rally to End 'Have Trunk Will Travel' Elephant Rides at the OC Fair 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, 92626
Animal Defenders International (ADI) have brought to light some disturbing undercover footage of 'Have Trunk Will Travel' abusing the elephants in their "care". To view the video go here: http://www.ad-internationa l.org/media_centre/go.php?id=2128 These are the same elephants they bring to the OC Fair for the Elephant Rides.
Despite the terrible way elephants are treated, the OC Fair still allows 'Have Trunk Will Travel' bring in "their" Elephants to give rides. We have signs and leaflets, we just need your presence to help advocate for the elephants! **Please refrain from wearing leather, fur, wool, silk or any article of clothing/accessories derived from animals. (The public will often try to engage us in a conversation about what we're wearing. Let's not give them a chance to divert us from our message.) meetup.com/aprl-oc/events/25246741

Jul 15 Friday 9pm-Saturday 2am, Garden Grove: Orange County DREAM Team Presents: Dreaming in Drag 2011 The Frat House Bar & Night Club 8112 Garden Grove Blvd.
Come and join us in our 3rd annual drag show in this scandalous night filled with spectacular performances by our very own OCDT members, SOMOS OC & DeColores allies. This will be a night to remember (if you only stick to a few drinks) so hurry and get your pre-sale tickets now. The event will sell out!! Presale tickets are highly recommend! For more info contact Marcos @ 714.604.8916 or Ruben @ 714.421.5973

Jul 16 Saturday 9am, Irvine: Under the trees in University Center central patio, near Fed-Ex.
Our regular Kaffee-Klatch is going to join the American Dream movement started by Van Jones. Although the agenda is not going to cover everything MoveOn is listing, due to time constraints, we will be going over, and rating the ideas that MoveOn has gathered, together with many other organizations, to energize our movement. For those who have never tried our Kaffee-Klatch, still going strong after 2 and one half years, tomorrow (Saturday) is the day! Please join us. Bring or purchase your favorite morning beverage.

Jul 16 Saturday 9am-2pm, Costa Mesa: Repair Costa Mesa and DPOC are teaming up to walk on Saturday, July 16 from 9 am - 2pm. We will be walking to talk with friends and neighbors about the actions taken by the Costa Mesa City Council which are damaging the quality of life in the town. We'll also be asking people if they would like a lawn sign for their yard and/or volunteer with the group. Repair Costa Mesa will also provide lunch. We will be walking out of the Newport-Mesa Federation of Teachers offices in Costa Mesa.

[update] Jul 16 Saturday 11am Garden Grove/Irvine; 3pm Huntington Beach; 5pm Santa Ana;...: MoveOn: American Dream House Meetings Let's get together and share ideas and organize for everyone's right to the American Dream.
11am Garden Grove civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116396
11am Irvine civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116352
3pm Huntington Beach civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116418
5pm Santa Ana civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116250
(See also Sun Jul 17)

Jul 16 Saturday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble Free Dramatic Nature Series: "A Wolf and Three Pigs" Santiago Creek Wildlife and Watershed Center, 600 E. Memory Lane, Santa Ana 92705.
"My Barrio Dramatic Nature Series" is presented in partnership with the City of Santa Ana Parks and Recreation Community Services Agency. The FREE series of three events July 16, July 30, and Aug 20) combines dramatic art, valuable lessons, and hands-on projects for local Santa Ana youth ages 5-13. Each performance will be paired with an art-making workshop inspired by themes in the dramatic works and led by a local artist and arts educator.
The July 16 event is "A Wolf and Three Pigs" by S. Guerrero. What happens when three pigs meet a vegetarian wolf who is terrified of pigs?! This play, written in Spanglish, is designed to go beyond cultural differences of our diverse community by focusing on things that bring us together. The craft project will follow. Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, based in downtown Santa Ana, supports the work and lives of Latinas in the performing arts, raises awareness about critical issues in the community, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and is a catalyst for personal healing and social justice. More info: breathoffire.org. Phone: 714-647-6904.
(See also Jul 30 & Aug 20)

Jul 16 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC: Bonnie Castrey "Voucher Education" School vouchers undermine religious liberty, divert money to unaccountable private schools, and have repeatedly been rejected by California voters. Not only that, vouchers don't improve student performance. Join us to hear Huntington Beach Union High School District Trustee Bonnie Castrey discuss this important topic.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Jul 17 Sunday 11am-6pm, Long Beach: Fifth Annual Palestine Picnic Day Golden Grove, El Dorado East Regional Park, 7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90815 For further information call Janan 619-228-5380, Mazen 323-350-0000, Amani 805-390-6480 or Lulu 760-408-2222 www.al-awdacal.org

[update] Jul 17 Sunday 11am-2pm Irvine;1-4pm Lake Forest;4pm Costa Mesa/Irvine/Huntington Beach/La Habra/Orange;6pm Orange;...: MoveOn: American Dream House Meetings MoveOn local council members and interested activists from all over OC will gather to discuss the meaning of the American Dream today, and plan actions we can take to pressure our elected officials to legislate the changes the American people need to help achieve it.
11am Irvine http://civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/117983
1pm Lake Forest civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116378
4pm Costa Mesa civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116529
4pm Huntington Beach civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116202 & civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/117193
4pm Irvine civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116527
4pm La Habra civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/117217
4pm Orange civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116778
6pm Orange civic.moveon.org/event/dreammeeting/116688
(See also Sat Jul 16)

Jul 17 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County: A Talk by Sikivu Hutchinson, writer and intergroup specialist for the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/20102171

Jul 18 Monday 7pm, Fountain Valley: 68th AD Meeting Robin Marcario will be our Guest Speaker at our monthly meeting
at Coco's 18380 Brookhurst Fountain Valley, Ca. Many come at 6:30 to get their dinner orders in early so please feel free to attend around 6:30. Looking forward to seeing you then. 68thad.com/meeting.asp

Jul 18 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats: "Healthcare Reform, Federal and State Efforts: The struggle continues!" Dr. Bill Honigman of Progressive Democrats of America will be our guest speaker. Dr Bill will be talking about the status of California Health Care Legislation SB 810. Dr. Bill is also a practicing ER doctor in OC.
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

Jul 19 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: Flotilla to Gaza P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
Members of the Cousins Club will share published letters and short articles on the situation in Gaza, and the flotilla that has been prevented from reaching Gaza with humanitarian aid and letters of support. The flotilla includes an American ship, the Audacity of Hope, and vessels with citizens from many European countries. The U.S. has warned U.S. citizens not to participate in this action. What was the purpose and effect of the flotilla? What should we do now? Come and share your ideas.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive.

Jul 20 Wednesday noon, Orange: Healthcare Justice in Orange County Starting with the great work done by so many advocates, we would like to host a lunch meeting on July 20th at noon to discuss how we can continue to build strong support for single payer in Orange County
Call: Cindy Young at (530) 867-2591 or cyoung@calnurses.org. Or, Jodi Reid at (714- 244-7776 or jreid@californiaalliance.org
Teamsters, Local 952 Union Hall, located at 140 Marks Way, Orange, CA
We will also do a Human Billboard after our meeting to support this campaign Dr. Bill will arrive at about 11A with lots of PDA signs. See you then, if not sooner!

Jul 20 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street, Suite 210, Newport Beach, CA 92660 ocfordarfur.org We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * Bands & Bellies fundraising concert at Golden West College in September. * Our Trauma Recovery Program for refugees and immigrants. * Opportunities for advocacy.

Jul 20 Wednesday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: API Democrats of OC Come join us for first meeting as a chartered Democratic organization. We will have two guest speakers; John Chiang, CA State Controller & Bao Nguyen, Garden Grove USD Board Member Hope you can make it!
Bistro 400, 400 W. 4th St., Santa Ana, CA

Jul 21 Thursday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: Theology on Thursdays Come join us for an open agenda-free conversation on anything and everything related to theology, religion, the Bible, faith, spirituality, God --you name it! We'll pick up the appetizers --you pick up your beverage of choice --and we'll all be a part of the discussion and fun! See you there! revsarah@ocfairviewchurch.org
Karl Strauss Brewing Company, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Jul 21 Thursday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: OC Green Drinks Taco Asylum (at The Camp) 2937 S. Bristol St, B102 Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org

Jul 22 Friday noon, Irvine: March & Rally for Our Janitors Our Jobs 2601 Main St. Irvine CA 92614
Throughout this economic crisis, all over the world, working people have been making their voice for change heard. Justice for Janitors campaign as fought so hard to establish decent working condition within the industry in Orange County Janitors are getting ready for their contract campaign in California
JOIN THE FIGHT! To protect the janitors JOB For more information call Marisa Rivera 714-245-9700 ext 109

Jul 22 Friday 7pm, Fullerton: OC NORML Meeting 922 W. Williamson
Exciting meeting, 8 year anniversary with cake, officer elections, lots of legislative and local news, and a great guest speaker, please join us.

Jul 22 Friday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: Queer Film Series, presented by The Center Orange County. Free Community movie screenings and discussion. Schedule includes 7/22-Hedwig & the Angry Inch [R], 8/26-But I'm a Cheerleader [R], 9/23-Two Spirits [Documentary], 10/28-Rocky Horror Picture Show [R]. Visit www.thecenteroc.org for more info. Donations appreciated. Snacks available. The Center Orange County, 1605. N. Spurgeon St., Santa Ana CA 92701; 714/953-5428.

Jul 23 Saturday 9am-2pm, Irvine: OC Green Market Grand Opening Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92604 ocgreenmarket.com For questions, comments or more information please email info@ocgreenmarket.com.

Jul 23 Saturday 10am, Villa Park: Please join The Harvest Club at a fun, productive day of harvesting oranges for several local non-profits that feed people in Orange County. RSVP to theharvestclub@gmail.com for address and more specifics. We have an opportunity to harvest 100 orange trees in Villa Park at one of the last orange groves in Orange County. This is a beautiful acre of land with some of the sweetest oranges you've tasted from trees that were planted in the 1920's. All food will be donated to food banks, soup kitchens, senior centers and youth shelters in a city near you. This is a very practical way to donate your time to help people in this tough economy. Hope you'll join DFA-OC and The Harvest Club.

Jul 24 Saturday 11am-2pm, Santa Ana: Open Call! Queer Latin@ writers, performers, & storytellers
Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, 310 W 5th St., Santa Ana, CA
DeColores Queer Orange County in collaboration with Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, seek writers and performers to take part in a monologue showcase. We are searching for an array of stories and/or pieces that revolve around the Queer Latina/o experience in Orange County to be preformed as monologues for our upcoming fundraiser. No experience is necessary. There will be a series of workshops for those who would like to participate in the showcase.
First Writing Workshop - July 17th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Second Writing Workshop - July 24th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Performance Workshop - July 31st from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*All participants must attend at least one of the writing workshops and must attend the final performance workshop. DeColores Queer Orange County creates opportunities for social engagement, community visibility, and political activism by organizing cultural events, support groups, civic actions, and an annual conference. The Vision of DeColores Queer Orange County is to create empowering social, supportive, and political spaces for Queer Latin@s in Orange County. For more information contact Javier at (714) 209-3397 or Email decoloresoc@gmail.com

Jul 24 Sunday 1:30-2:30pm, La Mirada: Muslim Community Services, Inc., La Mirada Mosque, will observe a "Peace walk" with the Interfaith Community, on Imperial Hwy and Valley View Ave on Sunday from 1:30pm - 2:30pm to strongly "oppose vandalism" of La Mirada Mosque on July 18th and any other worship places. We cordially invite you to join our rally to stop vandalism of worship places. Parking is limited, but you can park in Bestway shopping Center across the Mosque on Valley View. Please come to the mosque before 1:30pm.
Mosque address:14225 Imperial Hwy, La Mirada, CA 90638. Please call Dr. Rahman at 562-500-2042/ Sulaiman at 562-991-7143.

Jul 24 Sunday 3-5pm, Santa Ana: CA DISCLOSE Act Meeting Stop Hidden Influence of Big Money with AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT
Join the California Clean Money Campaign's Orange County working group to help wage the campaign! Marie Callender's, 1821 N Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705 caclean.org

Jul 24 Sunday 4:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine Our regular monthly meeting -- the last one this summer (we're "dark" in August) -- will feature Dr Bill Honigman as speaker. Many of you have met and heard him. He'll be bringing us up-to-date on the health care issues. What's happening with Single Payer in California, and how can we help? What has already happened in Vermont? How is the Affordable Health Care Act faring? Don't miss this important meeting!
We have canceled the caterer, due to so many people being away on vacation, and will instead have a nice light "spread" of cheese, crackers, hummus, fruit plate, salad, and dessert. If you can, bring $10.00 to help cover the costs of this and the beverages -- or bring what you can afford if not. I'll try to have enough for everyone so we can all enjoy it together.
at The Duck Club, Riparian View, Irvine 92612

Jul 25 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Jul 26 Tuesday noon-2pm, Newport Beach/Orange/Garden Grove/Huntington Beach: MoveOn Emergency Protest John Campbell's Newport Beach Office, Corner of Newport Center Dr & Santa Rosa Dr
On noon Tuesday in every congressional district MoveOn will protest in front of Congressional offices to demand a debt ceiling deal that doesn't destroy the American Dream. Please come with signs (for example, Tax the Rich and Greedy, Not the Needy OR Raise taxes on big corporations and the super rich OR Don't balance the budget on our backs OR Save Social Security and Medicare OR Budget Cuts Destroy the American Dream OR Save our Safety Net). Bring a friend! Please share and post widely! civic.moveon.org/event/august2011/118322
Other Congressional offices:
Ed Royce, 1110 East Chapman Avenue, Suite 207, Orange, (714)744-4130
Dana Rohrabacher, 101 Main Street, Suite 380, Huntington Beach, (714)960-6483
Loretta Sanchez, 12397 Lewis Street, Suite 101, Garden Grove, (714)621-0102

Jul 25,26,28,30,31 Monday,Tuesday,Thursday 2-4pm;Saturday 6pm;Sunday 1pm, Santa Ana: Culture of Resistance, A Series of Workshops presented by Santa Ana Youth Movement. First workshops on 7/25 and 7/28: Stencil for Justice; bring a t-shirt to print. Plus, 7/30, Saturday at 6pm: Zapateado workshop. 7/31, Sunday at 1pm: Zapateado Practice. To be scheduled, workshops on linoleum prints, street theater, puppet making and painting.
El Centro Cultural de Mexico, 310 W. 5th, Santa Ana, Broadway & 5th above El Curtido, 714/605-6666. Sponsors include Barrio Writers, Building a Healthy Community, istillhaveadream.org, OC May Day Coalition and el-centro.org.

Jul 26 Tuesday 5:30pm, Santa Ana: speak out! No More Checkpoints! Stop stealing our cars! Public Safety Committee, 60 Civic Center Plaza, Community room
We demand that the City of Santa Ana stop targeting unlicensed drivers. Safe drivers are denied the possibility of applying got licenses and are routinely stripped of their vehicle at traffic stops. We want to see the leadership in Santa Ana end these practices.
Also at that same meeting: Public Safety Committee review of The Velvet Lounge Conditional Use Permit Their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) had been approved unanimously by the Planning Commission and was finally scheduled to be approved on the June 20th City Council consent calendar, when for unknown reasons it was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Claudia Alvarez. This is a huge disappointment to the LGBT community because VLVT is a main sponsor of this year's OC Pride and was scheduled to host the official Pride "After Party" on August 13th.

Jul 26 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America Marie Callenders. 1821 N. Grand, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Come join the Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America for the documentary, "Cancer is Curable Now," Also join in the lively discussion about the budget and how to make our government more responsive to the people.

Jul 26 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

Jul 27 Wednesday 6-8:30pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County Outdoor Dinner and Green Fair starting at 6 PM with dinner at 6:30 PM. at 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley. Visit dcwoc.org for maps and contact westocdems@yahoo.com for more information.
We are working to make sure this event supports local businesses and farmers, having organic (or homemade) foods and drinks, that are in regular cookware or at least, in sustainable containers. No paper plates or plastic forks here, we'll have real plates and flatware! Thanks to the food vendors we'll be using, such as Whole Foods with their sustainably farmed salmon, Z-Pizza Vegetarian Pizza, fresh tomatoes from local farmers, and luscious apple tarts from Laetitia's Bakery. Thanks also to the board members for some homemade items, too. For reservations (for us to order food), the minimum donation is $15 per person. Cost is $20 after July 20.

Jul 27 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Progressive Summit Planning Meeting ocprogressivesummit.org
It's about time for us to all come together to begin planning this years progressive summit! Last year was a HUGE success thanks to all of your involvement so I sincerely hope that each and every one of you will participate again this year Contact Daniel Shad danielshad@ocequality.com meetup.com/ProgressiveUnity/events/25700251
The location for tonight's OC Progressive Summit meeting has been changed. It will take place in Plumer Hall (the small dome at the back of the parking lot) at Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, 92604, at its regular time of 6:30pm. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at 949-733-0850. Thanks, and look forward to seeing you there --

Jul 27 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: PDA Orange County Chapter Warm weather should allow us an outside meeting this month in the University Center courtyard area. Please watch for official announcement and agenda coming your way tonight or tomorrow. Thanks, Dr B DrBill@pdamerica.org

Jul 29-31 Friday-Sunday, Anaheim: CA Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, 1855 South Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA, 92802 cadem.org/about/executive_board?id=0002

Jul 30 Saturday 9am-5pm, Garden Grove: A training for OCCCO leaders and allies occcopico.org/leadership-summit.html
Garden Grove United Methodist Church, 12741 Main St, Garden Grove 92840 This event is FREE for OCCCO community leaders. Registration cost: $50 for Allies, Partners, and everyone else Lunch and Dinner provided. FREE Child Care. For information: Felicia Griffin, 714 605 5602, felicia@occcopico.org

Jul 30/31 Saturday/Sunday 10:30am-3pm, Buena Park/Irvine/Newport Beach/Santa Ana/...: Protest BMW Outsourcing American Workers BMW is outsourcing employees at their quality award-winning Ontario warehouse. Nearly 100 middle class Teamster jobs will be lost when workers are replaced by contract employees with lower pay and no benefits. BMW would never get away with this in Germany! We're educating BMW customers on both Sat & Sun - from about 10'ish to about 4'ish each day. Come out for a bit or drive by and honk your support! If you own a BMW, call your dealership and tell them you're not happy with what is going on.
In OC, we're at:
CREVIER BMW, 1500 AUTO MALL DRIVE, SANTA ANA, CA 92705-4737
SHELLY BMW, 6750 AUTO CENTER DRIVE, BUENA PARK, CA 90621-2900
STERLING BMW, 3000 W. COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663-4004
IRVINE BMW, 9881 RESEARCH DR, IRVINE, CA 92618
Email me for the complete list of dealerships. If there's a dealership not listed, let me know and I'll put you in touch with the staff coordinating the actions. reggie_mundekis@yahoo.com

Jul 30 Saturday noon-3pm, La Palma: Quote Making - Walk for Hope Let the creative and artistic juices flow and join us in creating those amazing, beautiful quotes you see on the Walk for Hope. Poster boards and some art supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring anything to make your quote unique. ** If you are interested in creating a quote and are unable to stay or make this event, please let us know so we can arrange something bethecause.org
Sujana Aunty's Home 4941 Elben Drive La Palma CA 90623

Jul 30 Saturday 2pm, Costa Mesa: Rally to End 'Have Trunk Will Travel' Elephant Rides at the OC Fair Animal Defenders International (ADI) have brought to light some disturbing undercover footage of 'Have Trunk Will Travel' abusing the elephants in their "care". To view the video go here: http://www.ad-internationa l.org/media_centre/go.php?id=2128 These are the same elephants they bring to the OC Fair for the Elephant Rides.
Despite the terrible way elephants are treated, the OC Fair still allows 'Have Trunk Will Travel' bring in "their" Elephants to give rides. We have signs and leaflets, we just need your presence to help advocate for the elephants!
OC Fairgrounds, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, Detail of exact meeting location will be posted soon. meetup.com/aprl-oc/events/25287911

Jul 30 Saturday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble Offers Free Dramatic Nature Series Santiago Creek Wildlife and Watershed Center, 600 E. Memory Lane, Santa Ana 92705. "My Barrio Dramatic Nature Series" is presented in partnership with the City of Santa Ana Parks and Recreation Community Services Agency. This is the second of a series of three FREE events (the last is on Aug 20), and it combines dramatic art, valuable lessons, and hands-on projects for local Santa Ana youth ages 5-13. Each performance is paired with an art-making workshop inspired by themes in the dramatic works and led by a local artist and arts educator.
The July 30 event is "When the Animals Created" by S. Guerrero. What happens when "sly coyote" convinces his forest friends to create a new creature from mud? This play is based on a fable of the Yokut Indians of Central California and introduces us to their rich cultural heritage, deep respect for their environment, and love of storytelling. A craft project will follow. Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, based in downtown Santa Ana, supports the work and lives of Latinas in the performing arts, raises awareness about critical issues in the community, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and is a catalyst for personal healing and social justice. More info: breathoffire.org. Phone: 714-647-6904.
(See also Jul 16 & Aug 20)

Jul 30 Saturday 4:30pm, Anaheim: The United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) is presenting their resolution to support the medical cannabis and hemp industries in front of the State Democratic Party Resolutions Committee -- and they are asking for our support. If as many of us as possible can show up to the meeting, that'll be a strong signal that we support bringing legitimacy to the cannabis industry.
Sheraton Convention Center, 1855 South Harbor Boulevard We need to end cannabis prohibition and promote the legalization and taxation of cannabis -- and it's our time to show up and help out. Click here to RSVP

Jul 31 Sunday 3-5pm, Newport Beach: Introduction to Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE) Living Ubuntu Office, 1151 Dove Street #210 FOR MORE COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT livingubuntu.org/events

Jul 31 Sunday 4pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Organizing Meeting & Potluck pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/118126

Aug 2 Tuesday noon-1pm, Huntington Beach/Newport Beach/Orange: MoveOn Emergency rallys civic.moveon.org/event/august2011
at Dana Rohrabacher's Office, 101 Main Street Suite 380, Huntington Beach, 92648 civic.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=119389
at John Campbell's Office, Corner of Newport Center Drive & Santa Rosa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 civic.moveon.org/event/august2011/119744
at Ed Royce's office, 1110 E. Chapman Ave, Suite 207, Orange, CA 92866

Aug 2 Tuesday 2-4pm, Orange: Potential Immigration Summit After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
We will be meeting at the OC Labor Federation located at 309 N. Rampart Suite #A Orange CA 92868. Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Aug 3 Wednesday 10am/5-7pm Irvine; 11am La Palma;noon Fountain Valley: President Obama's 50th birthday House Party barackobama.com/events/birthday-house-party

Aug 3 Wednesday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: OC For Darfur ocfordarfur.org
Living Ubuntu office, 1151 Dove Street, Suite 210, Newport Beach, CA 92660 (if you have any trouble finding the place, please call Anshul at 949.954.0785)
We will discuss: * Update on what's going on in Sudan, Congo and Burma. * In light of the current violence, how do we engage and advocate for these urgent issues? * Planning for Bands & Bellies Concert at Golden West College on Sunday, Sep 25th. * Our Trauma Recovery Program for refugees and immigrants starting in 2012.

Aug 3 Wednesday 7:15pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America Monthly Meeting, featuring - Henry Vandermeir, Executive Director of the Democratic Foundation of Orange County and Tim Steed, Labor Relations Representative for Orange County Employees Association. dfa-oc.org Henry will discuss the DFOC's mission for strengthening the Democratic Party and the impact of redistricting on campaign strategies in Orange County. Tim will bring news from OCEA and Repair Costa Mesa and the Republican Party's attempt to bring Wisconsin to Orange county. Social time starts at 6:30pm, meeting at 7:30pm. Admission is free. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa CA (http:metropointe.com). For more information, email Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Aug 4 Thursday noon Fullerton: President Obama's 50th birthday House Party barackobama.com/events/birthday-house-party

Aug 4 Thursday 6-9pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC), democratsofnorthoc.org
Sizzler Restaurant, 140 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Dinner at 6, Meeting begins at 7. Contact: Pete Anderson, President petedem04@gmail.com

Aug 4 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition screening of The Tillman Story St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave., Whittier, CA 90602 N/E corner of Wardman St. and Washington Ave. PDF flyer for this event

Aug 5 Friday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Showing of Kurosawa Film "Rhapsody in August" Laguna Woods Village, Clubhouse 5, Main Lounge, Laguna Woods 92653.
A 1991 film by acclaimed director Akira Kurosawa, "Rhapsody in August" tells the story of an elderly Japanese woman taking care of her grandchildren for a summer. The children learn for the first time about the World War II atomic bombing of Nagasaki that killed their grandfather. The plot depicts the responses of three generations of a family to the bombing. Richard Gere plays an American cousin.
The Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village is presenting this free event. Laguna Woods Village is a gated community. Non-residents are invited, but are asked to fill out a coupon to present at the gate for access. Coupons are available at: lagunawoodsvillage.com//images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/Summer%20Films%20Flyer%202011%20%28color%29.pdf

Aug 5 Friday 5-7pm, Laguna Woods: President Obama's 50th birthday House Party barackobama.com/events/birthday-house-party

Aug 6 Saturday 11am-2pm, Santa Ana: Do It For the Love of Santa Ana and Centro- Street Performance Planning Mtg El Centro Cultural De Mexico, 310 5th St.
ARE YOU CONCERNED THAT EL CENTRO CULTURAL IN DOWNTOWN SANTA ANA IS CURRENTLY BEING FORCED TO RE-LOCATE? ARE YOU CONCERNED THAT WE NO LONGER HAVE A KIOSK, FIESTA MARKET PLACE, OR CAROUSEL IN DOWNTOWN SA? ARE YOU CONCERNED THAT LOCAL MEXICAN@ BUSINESS OWNERS IN LA CALLE CUATRO ARE DRASTICALLY BEING DISENFRANCHISED? DO YOU WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT WHAT IS GOING ON WITH GENTRIFICATION IN DOWNTOWN SANTA ANA? if you answered YES to at least two of these questions then you are qualified to participate in a collaborative FLASHMOB street performance in downtown Santa Ana that seeks to stage discontent, information, and consciousness amongst the people who trafficate la calle cuatro and other parts of downtown. please join the "political committee," a sub committee of the El Centro's Volunteers this Saturday for a working meeting to plan this very up and coming street performance and demonstration....

Aug 6 Saturday 11am-2pm, Laguna Beach: World Breastfeeding Week Family Picnic La Leche League of Southern Orange County sites.google.com/site/lllofsoc 12:00pm - Smile & Sing music concert 1:30pm - Opportunity Drawings *We will have water and bake sale items for sale this year, so make sure to bring your own picnic lunch for your family.
Alta laguna Park (aka Top of the World Park) in Laguna Beach.

Aug 6 Saturday 7pm, Orange: Screening of "The Forgotten Bomb" on 66th Anniversary of Hiroshima Sisters of St. Joseph Auditorium, 480 South Batavia St., Orange 92868.
This showing of "The Forgotten Bomb: Everything Depends on Remembering" is sponsored by Pax Christi Southern CA and the Sisters of St. Joseph Orange. It will be accompanied by Q&A with the director, Stuart Overbey. For more info, call 714-420-6771 or visit forgottenbomb.com .

Aug 7 Sunday 2-4pm, Irvine: Elektra Grant on Regeneration Elektra is a Master of Science candidate at the Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies at Cal Poly Pomona. She has been professionally involved with sustainable campus projects, and businesses and organizations specializing in green building and environmental education, since 2003. Elektra's presentation will explain regenerative design, compare sustainable and regenerative practices, and show examples of regenerative systems which integrate the needs of society and nature. Attendees will gain a better understanding of regeneration and its complementary ideas and practices. Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies www.csupomona.edu/~crs Regenerative Cooperative of Pomona: regen.org
Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Aug 8 Monday 7pm, Westminster: Military Families Speak Out Meeting [changed date] Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have the private room on the left.
Aug meeting for MFSO needs to be changed to Monday night on August 8th instead of our usual 1st Tuesday of the month. It will still be held at our regular private spot in the back of Spires Restaurant at 7pm. We hope to see everyone there. We have some new ideas for actions in the fall that some of our members will bring and we hope you will bring your ideas and comments as well. Bring news and pictures of your loved ones if you can.

Aug 9 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Indigenous Film Festival planning meeting (festival will take place October 28-31) Mariscos Zamora Restaurant, 3701 W. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana CA 92704 Contact: Kurt Aanensen kurtea@yahoo.com

Aug 9 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: Poverty Task Force meeting at Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805
The Poverty Task Force is an interfaith coalition in Anaheim working on issues of homelessness and poverty. anaheimptf.org

Aug 10 Wednesday, noon Newport Beach; 4pm Orange: MoveOn Where are the Jobs? Actions civic.moveon.org/event/wherearejobs
at John Campbell's Office, Corner of Newport Center Drive & Santa Rosa Drive civic.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=119788
at Ed Royce's office, 1110 E. Chapman Ave, Suite 207, Orange, CA 92866 pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=119760

Aug 10 Wednesday 5:30pm, Santa Ana: speak out! No More Checkpoints! Stop stealing our cars! Public Safety Committee, 60 Civic Center Plaza, Community room
We demand that the City of Santa Ana stop targeting unlicensed drivers. Safe drivers are denied the possibility of applying got licenses and are routinely stripped of their vehicle at traffic stops. We want to see the leadership in Santa Ana end these practices.

Aug 10 (2^nd Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: CODEPINK Vigil This is a reminder that in accordance with our new once-a-month vigil schedule (now the 2nd Wednesday of each month) we will hold our next vigil tomorrow Wednesday (Aug.10th) at our usual time between 5:30-7:00 pm at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange. Osama Bin Laden is dead, yet our troops still remain in harm's way in Afghanistan for over 9½ years and in Iraq for over 8 years! We need to bring them ALL out of harm's way and home NOW!!! So please make an effort to come join us once again for peace at the Circle this Wednesday! Thank you! In peace, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

Aug 10 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "Getting it Done In the State Capitol" socdc.org
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.
This month's meeting features the Honorable Fiona Ma, Speaker Pro Tempore, California State Assembly Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net

Aug 10 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: 67thADA (Area Democratic Alliance) panel on Marriage Equality at the IAMU Hall, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach. 67thada.com

Aug 10 Wednesday 7:30pm, Irvine: "FLOW" focuses on water issues and particularly the problems of privatizing and marketing this resource. flowthefilm.com
Plumer Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine 92604.

Aug 11 Thursday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: OCYD August Meeting/Mixer Bistro 400 (400 W. 4th Street, Santa Ana 90071) ocyd.net
Board of Equalization Member Betty Yee will be attending our meeting tonight -- Recap of OCYD's Roast/Annual Fundraiser -- Recap of the CDP/CYD Eboard meeting in Anaheim -- Join Young Democrats to precinct walk for the Repair Costa Mesa campaign on Saturday, August 20th. Any Young Democrat who attends will get a FREE OCYD t-shirt! -- We will discuss the death of Kelly Thomas in Fullerton, and why it is becoming a political battle that is grabbing national headlines. Read the following article for more info: http://ocregister.com/news/thomas-311097-death-kelly.html?plckFindCommentKey=CommentKey:215578a5-a42a-46bf-8628-8e9de8e0e861 - Lake Tahoe Retreat! The bi-annual California Young Democrats' Lake Tahoe retreat will be the weekend of November 11th, 2011. Email info@ocyd.org if you are interested in attending. OCYD will be reserving cabins for the weekend and space will be very limited! -- Guest Speakers: DREAM Students will discuss passing the next portion of the California Dream Act. AB 130 was recently signed by Governor Brown, but AB 131 will be coming to a vote soon. -- Announcements

Aug 12 Friday 6:45pm, Anaheim: "From MAD to NUTs": A Conversation about Nuclear Disarmament Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim (UUCA), 511 S. Harbor Blvd.
Arrive at 6:45 pm for coffee and conversation. At 7:15 pm, Dr. Roger Dittmann will speak. Dr. Dittmann is  Professor of Physics Emeritus, California State University, Fullerton, and has been active in the U.S. Federation of Scholars and Scientists and in Scientists without Borders. "Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD)" made deterrence useless against nuclear powers, but "first use" against states without a nuclear deterrent has remained a declared option. "Nuclear Use Theorists (NUTS)" promote the use of nukes, essentially for imperial purposes of intimidation, and arguably can claim some gains in armed conflict. Is nuclear disarmament achievable, or even desirable? Is a frontal approach to disarmament the most effective? Or would building global rule of law in which armies and nukes become not only irrelevant but counterproductive a more propitious route? For info, call: 714-758-1050.

Aug 12 Friday 7-8:30pm, Newport Beach: Progressive Interfaith Alliance OC and Muslims for Progressive Values Presents "Change is in the Air" An Interfaith Service celebrating OC Pride and the Queer/LGBT Community in Orange County
St Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Rd
Please join us for a wonderful evening service in honor of OC Pride celebrating with our Queer/LGBT families and friends at this event. We are currently looking for Musicians and Singers to participate. Please let AJ Blackwood know if you are interested in participating. We will be gathering together small groups to perform as well as mass choir. All Clergy/Religious Professionals are asked to participate and "Robe." Please let AJ Blackwood know if you are going to be in attendance. More Information is coming soon!!!

Aug 12 Friday 7-10pm, Fullerton: OC NORML 8 Year Anniversary Party at Giovannis, 922 W. Williamson
Indoor and Outdoor Area with Medication Area Live Music, Great Raffles, Lots of Food, and Surprises! The Long Beach Liberators will be playing great reggae $10 Donation to OC NORML 18+ and 21 for Alcohol Vendor booths also available for $100 Raffle now to include an Iolite Vaporizer, shirts, glass and more great prizes!! This event is for patients and non patients, please invite your friends to celebrate with us and have a great time!!!

Aug 13 Saturday 9am-3pm, Fullerton: Kelly Thomas Memorial Rally and Protest In memory of Kelly Thomas, this will be a peaceful rally. There will be no violence, no threats against police, no threats to each other. We are seeking justice for those responsible, but let's not forget that there are still good men and women serving our city.
Fullerton Police Department, 237 W Commonwealth Ave

Aug 13 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Aug 13 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Irvine: Peace Corps For Baby Boomers University Community Park, 1 Beech Tree Lane, Irvine, CA 92612
This event is free and open to the public, but is specially tailored for applicants over 50 years old. Please join us for a panel presentation specially tailored to address the questions and concerns of applicants over the age of 50. In addition to a short video, the event will feature panelists who served as Peace Corps volunteers during their fifties and sixties.

Aug 13 Saturday noon-10pm, Irvine: OC PRIDE 2011 - Busting through the Orange Curtain Hidden Valley (next to Verizon Amphitheater) 8800 Irvine Center Drive
OC Pride is a one-day festival honoring our LGBTQ and Ally culture through celebration, advocacy, community, and PRIDE. For tickets go to ticketderby.com/innerindex.php?eventid=4737 For applications for booths, sponsorship and entertainment go to prideoc.com

Aug 13 Saturday 5-11:30pm, Anaheim: Chican@s Scholarship Ceremony and Scholarship Fundraising Dance with dinner and cultural dance show, featuring DJ Rodney, OC's original Chicano D.J. Donation is $10.
American Legion Hall, Post #72, 936 N. Lemon St., Anaheim, CA 92805. Contact Chican@s Unidos at 714/933-0189 or elchicanodeoc@yahoo.com. Facebook: ChicanosUnidos.

Aug 13 Saturday 6:30-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: Fuel - In this feature-length documentary, filmmaker and biofuel advocate Josh Tickell explores the origins of America's dependence on fossil fuels 8:20 PM: Discussion: Come and contribute your questions, answers and ideas. Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/living-green/blogs/celebrities/fuel-movie-460309#ixzz1UhLEmVUR

Aug 14 Sunday noon, Costa Mesa: Equality and the Courts with Professor Erwin Chemerinsky. Presented by Shanti Orange County,
the event is a major public address benefiting Shanti's services to the Orange County HIV/AIDS community. Professor Chemerinsky is Founding Dean of University of California, Irvine School of Law.
The Wyndham Orange County, Grand Ballroom, 3500 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa. Event includes lunch reception and book signing. Individual tickets are $100 per person. To reserve table or tickets, visit http://shantioc.org/event or contact Meghan Vu at 949/452-0888 or meghanvu@shantioc.org.

Aug 14 Sunday 1-3pm, Corona del Mar: I HEART Puppies - Boycott Come out and help Animal Protection & Rescue League (APRL) to educate the public about this store's practice of supporting puppy mills and encourage people to choose adoption instead.
2801 E Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625 meetup.com/aprl-oc/events/28796671

Aug 14 Sunday 1-4pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Potluck and Rock 'n' Roll 2012 Kick Off Clubhouse Two, Laguna Woods Village, Laguna Woods 92637. Laguna Woods Democratic Club invites you to "Stand By Your Man" for an election 2012 kick-off event, a potluck picnic (please bring a cold dish to share with others). For $5 you will get soft drinks, iced tea, beer, wine coolers and dancing to rock 'n' roll music by The Village Midiots. Not a Democrat? Not to worry! This event is open to all Village residents. We promise LOTS of fun and very little politicking. Need to register to vote? We can do that, too! If you register at this event, your admission fee will be refunded! Volunteer opportunities for 2012 campaigns and club activities. ALSO, support South County Outreach's Back-to-School Drive. Bring a backpack loaded with school supplies (binders, pencils, folders, etc.) and get in free! Reservations required. Please call Sue Dearing at 949-855-6965. Let her know what dish you will bring.

Aug 14 Sunday 1:30pm, Anaheim: The Islamic Institute of Orange County, Da'wah and Outreach Committee, presents "Islam and Other Faiths: Collaboration or Confrontation?" with guest speaker Hussam Ayloush, executive director, CAIR Greater Los Angeles Area.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations is America's largest Islamic civil liberties group. Since its establishment in 1994, CAIR has worked to promote a positive image of Islam and Muslims in America. Light refreshments will be served at the event.
1220 North State College Blvd (Multipurpose Hall), Anaheim 92806. More info: MasjidOmar.com Contact: 714-533-6271.

Aug 14 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/26114461

Aug 14 Sunday 6pm, Orange: PCU Conscientious Projector film: "A Sea Change" a very important and powerful film about the acidification of our oceans. aseachange.net
First Presbyterian Church of Orange, 191 N Orange St., Orange 92866

Aug 15 Monday 2pm, Santa Ana Immigration Summit Planning After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
SEIU Office: 1200 N. Main St. (at Washington), 9th floor Suite. 900, Santa Ana 92701 Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Aug 15 Monday 6-9pm, Huntington Beach: Ban the Plastic Bag HB Civic Center, 2000 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA
Surfrider will be at the city council meeting to make public comments on banning the plastic bag. For more information on plastic bags and how they harm the environment check out riseaboveplastics.org

Aug 15 Monday 6:30-9:30pm, Fountain Valley: Meeting on Redistricting Changes Cocos Bakery Restaurant, 18380 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley
The meeting starts at 7pm but many of us come at 6:30 to have dinner and talk.. This month we have invited Armando De La Libertad and Claudio Galligos to come and give us an update on the final re-districting maps. The final revised maps will be approved with or without modifications on or before this Monday meeting. These changes will affect everyone in the county, most residents will be moved into one or more new districts with different representatives. This change may affect who represents you on the Federal State and County Level 68thad.com

Aug 15 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Speakers - School Board Members from Capistrano Unified School District and Saddleback Valley Unified School District talking about School Issues
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

Aug 16 Tuesday 5-6:30pm, Anaheim: Poverty Task Force @ Anaheim City Council 200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Join us to show community support, and ask our city to make poverty and homelessness a top priority! Over the past 3 years, members of various congregations and faith-based organizations have been meeting to discuss how we can better work together to address the increasing numbers of homeless and impoverished in Anaheim. We believe that we can do more when we unite together to look at broader problems and solutions to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our city. Read our plan & recommendations at our website anaheimptf.org

Aug 16 Tuesday 5:30-8:30pm, Anaheim: CWA Verizon Strike Solidarity Mobilization @ Angel Stadium Stand in solidarity with CWA members. Verizon is refusing to give a fair contract to workers on the East Coast- they are asking for $20K in givebacks from each worker while paying millions in dividends & executive bonuses. This is an informational mobilization to educate the public. More info at CWA9501.org and 714-978-9510 x56 (RSVP to make sure there are enough signs.)

Aug 16 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Gentrification Training at El Centro Cultural de Mexico 310 W 5th St (at Broadway), Santa Ana 92701.
Calling all volunteers! Come to our meeting and learn about the history of gentrification, why gentrification happens, and examples of resistance against gentrification. Training will be conducted by Revel, and is for core volunteers and supporters. This is education to make institutional change! More info: el-centro.org

Aug 16 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: Palestine Statehood and the U.N P.O. BOX 5891, ORANGE CA 92863-5891, cousinscluboc.org
Jim Bettendorf, moderator of Friends of Sabeel, Orange County, will lead us in a discussion about "Palestine Statehood and United Nations Recognition." He will ask us to think about a number of questions. Some of these are: Why do the Palestinians want U.N. recognition? Who will the Palestinian Authority (PA) say they represent: Palestinians in the West Bank, West Bank and Gaza, or both plus the Palestinians in the diaspora? Why isn't Hamas participating with the PA? What will be the result on the ground of a successful PA effort at the U.N. ?
You may submit other questions to Jim at jcba@yahoo.com. You can also sign a petition on-line to President Obama and other government officials, or send a letter. We'll have a sample at the meeting. We would appreciate it if some folks would bring a snack to share.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Get off the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and go south to Waterworks Drive. Or exit the 405 freeway at Sand Canyon and go north to Waterworks Drive.

Aug 17 Wednesday 11am, Los Angeles: Help CARA urge Feinstein to Support Social Security 11111 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles 90025. California Alliance for Retired Americans is organizing carpools and buses from Orange County and other SoCal areas to urge Sen Feinstein to champion Social Security. Despite countless efforts to learn her position on Social Security, we still do not know Senator Feinstein's position on: privatizing Social Security, raising the retirement age, means testing, taxing benefits, or understanding that Social Security has not contributed 1 penny to the federal deficit. Join us on Aug. 17 to present over 1000 personal stories about Social Security to Sen. Feinstein. Help us urge her to stand up and be a champion against cuts.
For information about transportation from your area, call: 323-294-4565. To learn more about CARA, call: 323-294-4565 or toll free at 877-223-6107, or go to: californiaalliance.org.

Aug 18 Thursday 6-8:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Green Drinks 8 Steers, 3751 S Harbor Blvd # C, Santa Ana, CA 92704-7957
OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org

Aug 18 Thursday 7pm, Santa Ana: Progressive Summit Workshop Selection Meeting Special Meeting announcement! I know this isn't a ton of notice, but we really need to get the ball rolling on the selection of workshops since we had to extend the deadline for many organizations who contacted us asking for a few more days. That said, we will be meeting on Thursday, August 18 at 7 PM in Santa Ana at the Gypsy Den located at 125 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701. This is not a mandatory meeting so if you cannot make it, that is ok! If you cannot make it though and would like to be a part of the decision making process, I can send you the proposals and you can email me the order of your preferences which will be taken into account during our discussion. Again, I am sorry for the late notice, but we are in crunch time and really need to make decisions so the organizations chosen to present will have time to prepare. We now have a few more applications than we have room for so we will have to make some tough decisions as all the applications sound wonderful! Should make for an amazing Summit though.

Aug 18 Thursday 7pm, Costa Mesa: The May Day Coalition, including the Tonantzin Collective, will hold a Public Safety for All forum in the parking lot at 790 Shalimar Dr. 92627 (se recomienda estacionar en la Newton Way)
Música en vivo Presentaciones: "Robo organizado" "Movimiento y represión" "Solidaridad laboral" Para más información: (714)381-5331 facebook.com: Colectivo Tonantzin, OC May Day Coalition

Aug 18 Thursday 7-9pm, Mission Viejo: Foro De Inmigracion: La Lucha por el California Dream Act Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Parkway Salon: HS 145 Estacionamiento # 5 y # 9
Ayudando Chican@s/Latin@s A Mover Obstaculos (ACLAMO) en colaboracion con Orange County Dream Coalition los invita: Venga a este foro de inmigracion para brindar apoyo a nuestros estudiantes indocumentados. Aprenda como puede ayudar a pasar AB131 y completar la verdadera Acta del Sueno de California. Tendremos una abogada de inmigracion que les hablara sobre sus derechos como inmigrante. Tambien habra presentacions, panelistas y testimonios de estudiantes. Invite a sus amig@s y familiares! Para mas informacion favor de contactar a: aclamo.sc@gmail.com -o- a Karen Huerta 949-735-1963

[Canceled] ~~Aug 19~~ Friday 6:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Mayors for Peace, at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim has been cancelled. Sorry for the inconvenience. Linda Lehnkering 714.683.5905 ellethree@gmail.com

Aug 20 Saturday 9am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Repair Costa Mesa Precinct Walk Fairview Community Church, 2525 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa 92626.
Region 18 Democrats are meeting for an informational precinct walk to explain to residents the ongoing crisis in Costa Mesa. Instead of laying off half of the city's workers, the Costa Mesa City Council should cut wasteful spending and lavish salaries and perks for top bureaucrats. Firing over half the city's workers will reduce city services and put public safety at risk. Let's cancel the layoffs and cut waste and perks instead. Contact Chris at Chris@oceamember.org or call 714-835-3355. More info: repaircostamesa.com.

Aug 20 Saturday 9am-3pm, Fullerton: Kelly Thomas Memorial Rally and Protest (ANSWER March at 11am) In memory of Kelly Thomas, this will be a peaceful rally. There will be no violence, no threats against police, no threats to each other. We are seeking justice for those responsible, but let's not forget that there are still good men and women serving our city.
Fullerton Police Department, 237 W Commonwealth Ave

Aug 20 Saturday 11am-1pm, Irvine: Boycott Russo's - Anti Puppy Mill - Pro-Adoption Rally Irvine Spectrum Center, 71 Fortune Dr
Come out and help educate the public about this store's cruel practice of supporting inhumane puppy mills and encourage people to choose adoption instead. We'll be gathering signatures for Irvine's pending animal related laws. The rally is from 11:00 - 1 and head over to the Veggie Grill for lunch after the demo. meetup.com/aprl-oc/events/27822701

Aug 20 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC: Liz Stevens "The Interaction Between the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the Constitution"
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) in Irvine For more information: au-oc.org or email: orangecountyau@yahoo.com Fax: 714-515-4248 Call: 714-299-4551

Aug 20 Saturday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble Offers Free Dramatic Nature Series Santiago Creek Wildlife and Watershed Center, 600 E. Memory Lane, Santa Ana 92705. "My Barrio Dramatic Nature Series" is presented in partnership with the City of Santa Ana Parks and Recreation Community Services Agency. This is the third in a series of FREE events combining dramatic art, valuable lessons, and hands-on projects for local Santa Ana youth ages 5-13. Each performance is paired with an art-making workshop inspired by themes in the dramatic works and led by a local artist and arts educator.
This event is "The Parable of the Stimples" by Mark E. Rosenthal. The story is a Dr. Seuss-like tale about a group of "funny-noise-making-people," the Stimples, who are mistreated because of their differences. Discover that what makes us each different should be embraced and celebrated! The story is from the award-winning book Cootie Shots: Inoculations Against Bigotry. A craft project will follow.
Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, based in downtown Santa Ana, supports the work and lives of Latinas in the performing arts, raises awareness about critical issues in the community, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and is a catalyst for personal healing and social justice. More info: breathoffire.org. Phone: 714-647-6904.
(See also & Jul 16 & Jul 30)

Aug 21 Sunday 11am, Santa Ana: Women For's 31st annual Suffrage Day Luncheon at The Hacienda, 1725 N. College Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92706
The day commemorates the day women won the right to vote in August 1920. An awards ceremony will honor distinguished local advocates for their outstanding contributions to the community and the world. The cost of the luncheon this year is $50 in advance or $60 at the door. Parking is free. For reservations call 714-590-7804.

Aug 21 Sunday noon-3pm, Irvine: Olive Tree Initiative's Annual Bon Voyage Celebration Pacific Ballroom, UC Irvine Student Center, Irvine 92697.
Come join us for a lunch reception, a comedy show by the Sultans of Satire, and a raffle/silent auction as we send off the fourth OTI student group on a journey to Israel/Palestine and Jordan. You will have the opportunity to meet new and old friends, get to know the wonderful OTI students, and bid on fabulous raffle and auction items. All funds raised will go toward the students' trip. The Olive Tree Initiative aims to promote dialogue and discussion regarding the Israeli-Arab conflict. More info: olivetreeinitiative.org

Aug 21 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County - Open Forum: Issues relevant to humanism Because of problems with conference room environment, we are postponing the talk by Jim Stanbury, professor in history and political science at Harbor Community College, until a later meeting this fall. Instead, we shall hold an open forum discussion on some issue(s) relevant to humanism. Carl Mariz will open the discussion by giving a short review of the recent book, The Grand Design, by Steven Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/20102171

[Canceled] Aug 21 Sunday 4pm, Mission Viejo: Healthcare for All-CA, Orange County chapter [Reschesuled for Septemeber 18] Contact: Jan Meslin, jmeslin@cox.net

Aug 21 Sunday 6:30-9pm, Fountain Valley: Free showing of "The Future of Food" AND Action Meeting with Pamm Larry! Au Lac Restaurant 16563 Brookhurst Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-2344
Please join us for a free showing of The Future of Food at 6:30pm. Action meeting will follow at 8pm.

Aug 21 Sunday 7pm, Tustin: free stand-up comedy show to raise awareness of bipolar disorder McFadden's Bar & Grill (14401 Newport Ave.

Aug 22 Monday 5-6:45pm, Orange: Healthcare Justice in Orange County We had a great start, and now we need to to follow up and plan for next steps for healthcare justice in Orange County.
We will be meeting at the CWA, Local 9510 Union Hall, located 140 S. Flower St, Orange 92868. Contact: Bill Honigman at: drbillhonigman@gmail.com

Aug 22 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Aug 23 Tuesday 5:30-8:30pm, Anaheim: Angels Ushers, Ticket Takers, Janitors Contract Rally @ Angels Stadium
Join us before the Sox game to educate fans about how they can help their ushers, ticket takers and janitors. The Angels have the money to give ticket takers, ushers & janitors a fair contract without givebacks - they have the 4th largest payroll! Angels Paying the Little Guy Peanuts - LA Times http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-hiltzik-20110807,0,1622100.column We will be talking with fans, leafleting and rallying with signs. Make a sign & bring it to the rally! Also call Chairman Dennis Kuhl & President John Carpino to tell them to get back to the bargaining table with a deal that beats the Dodgers. Call them at 714-940-2000. Even if you don't live in the OC - call anyway!

Aug 23 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America Send off of local heros to Washington D.C. Pro-Democracy Actions (Sept 10 & Oct 7)
Art exhibits, Music, preparation for corresponding local actions in support of ending war, stopping redistribution of wealth to Wall street restoring America's government to the people

Aug 23 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

Aug 24 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: PDA Orange County Chapter University Center Courtyard Area,
across from A Whale of a Tale, 4199 Campus Drive Suite A, Irvine CA 92612 Contact: DrBill@pdamerica.org

Aug 25 Thursday 4pm-sunset, Irvine: annual HAOC picnic at Mason Regional Park 18712 University Drive, Irvine
Chips and Salsa, Soft Drinks, Deli Sandwiches Picnic Tables provided, or bring a Folding Chair $10.00 per person (plus $3 per car park entrance fee) Please RSVP to ochumanists@gmail.com or 714-446-9283 (cell phone 714-504-3857 on event day) meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/24787811

Aug 25 Thursday 6-9pm, Irvine: OFA CD48 "I'm In" Irvine Neighborhood Team Meeting Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/neighborhoodteammeeting/gpkqs5

Aug 25 Thursday 7-9pm, Laguna Woods: The Laguna Hills branch of the AAUW sponsors Women's Equality Day Celebration Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Please join us for a fun-filled evening of incredible singing talent, powerful monologues, visits from famous people, and even a scene or two from We Did It For You!
Please RSVP. Call AAUW member Thea Iberall 949-768-1963 or wediditforyou@yahoo.com. If you can't join us, can you make a donation? Make checks payable to: AAUW (please write "Women's Equality Day" in memo) and send to: 5070 Avenida del Sol, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. Or go to the website below and click on the Paypal donate button. WeDidItForYou.us

Aug 25 Thursday 7-9pm, Mission Viejo: Author Dr. Melanie Joy will discuss invisible belief systems that shape our perception of the meat we eat, based on her book, "Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows."
at Tapestry - A Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 3436 Madero #140, For more information contact Donna @ 949-274-1850 Free vegan sampling for your eating pleasure!

Aug 26 Friday 3:30pm, Huntington Beach: Don't Kill the Dream Rally. Join Democracy for America and other progressive groups to tell Rep. Dana Rohrabacher, "Don't Kill the American Dream."
Instead, "Invest in America's Infrastructure, Create 21st Century Energy Jobs, Invest in Public Education, Offer Medicare for All, Make Work Pay, Secure Social Security, Return to Fairer Tax Rates, End the Wars and Invest at Home, Tax Wall Street Speculation, Strengthen Democracy." Signs provided.
Location: Outside Rep. Rohrabacher's office, 101 Main Street, Ste. 380, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Contact Cyndy Fowler, cynfowler@gmail.com. More info at dontkillthedream.com and ywcdc.com.

Aug 26 Friday 5-7pm, Tustin: Join the National Women's Political Caucus of Orange County as we celebrate Women's Equality Day at the home of Sherri and Gary Loveland (address and directions provided when you RSVP) Celebrating with us will be our Special Guest, The Honorable Loretta Sanchez The fee for the event $20 per person $35 per couple events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e4l4ni0w50d3272c Contact Tammi McIntyre National Women's Political Caucus of Orange County 949-697-7532 nwpcoc@gmail.com

Aug 26/27 Friday/Saturday 8-11pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer Orange County in Collaboration with Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble Present Queer Latin@ Monologues
A series of monologues from the Queer Latina/ Latino perspective of growing up in Orange County. Come hear these untold stories of oppression, family, love, hate, sex and everything in between. Join us for an evening of insight into the world of being a Queer Latina/o behind the orange curtain. This event is a fundraiser for DeColores Queer Orange County
Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble, 310 W 5th Street (2nd Floor) Opening Night: Friday 8.26.11 8pm | $20 per ticket (includes reception and talk back with guest artist) Closing Night: Saturday 8.27.11 8pm | $10 per ticket Tickets available online or at the door: brownpapertickets.com/event/191792

Aug 27 Saturday 8-11am, Fullerton: Move to Stop Slavery Walkathon! Craig Regional Park, 3300 North State College Boulevard
Please join California Against Slavery for our 2nd annual walk to stop modern day slavery. The event is a 5K and 1 mile kid's walk; dogs on leash are also welcome! Pre-register to save $5 and reserve your fair-trade tshirt. Teams are encouraged and welcome. Please visit our event site at: californiaagainstslavery.org/get-involved/walk

Aug 27 Saturday 9am-2pm, Irvine: OC Green Market Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92604 ocgreenmarket.com For questions, comments or more information please email info@ocgreenmarket.com.

Aug 27 Saturday 5:30-10pm, Laguna Beach: Human Rights Campaign Garden Party hrc.org/OCLBgardenparty
At a Beautiful Tuscan Villa located at 508 Mystic Way, Laguna Beach, CA Special Guest Reichen Lehmkuhl Be a Co-Host for $275 and get two tickets! Non Federal Club Admission: $75 Federal Club Admission: $50 Please contact Sandra Hartness for more information: sjhartness@assetservicesinc.com.

Aug 28 Sunday noon-2pm, La Palma: Walk for Hope Meeting and Quote Making Get-together
Noon to 1pm: Walk for Hope Meeting 1pm to 2pm: Quote Making
Sujana Aunty's House: 4941 Elben Dr, La Palma, CA 90623 We'll also have postcards printed so you can come by and pick up postcards (that you can use to promote the walk with). Let us know if you can make it. Sukh Chugh sukh@sukh.com

Aug 29 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Immigration Summit Planning After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Aug 29 Monday 5:30-7:30pm, Anaheim: Interfaith Witnesses Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd.
please bring: --Ideas for vests or any other visible identifier. I hope that Erik Lawrence will be able to bring his ideas. --Ideas for a banner specifically for Interfaith Witnesses. We do have a small budget to apply to this. --Ideas of where we can hold two upcoming training sessions, one by Rev. James Lawson and one by the Dept of Justice. I hope that Tom Reinhart-Marean will have an update for us on Rev. Lawson. --Ideas on whether/how we could support the Ontario mosque which has experienced yet another delay in having their plans approved. --Ideas on computer/email/website issues, although this actually will be discussed separately when Will returns. If you want to circulate any drawings, slogans, designs, etc prior to the meeting, please do so by email. I'm really looking forward to being with you all! Vicki (714) 362-7676

Aug 30 Tuesday 8-10am, Newport Beach: Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez fundraising breakfast Balboa Bay Club, 1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Kindly RSVP to Susan Tuchler at stuchl er@loretta.org or 714-839-4431 Paid for and authorized by the Committee to Re-Elect Loretta Sanchez. Corporate Contributions cannot be accepted. Contributions are not tax deductible for Federal Income Tax purposes. FEC ID# C00326264

Aug 30 Tuesday noon, Costa Mesa: DFOC Redistricting Panel for OC Democrats Center Club in Costa Mesa (650 Town Center Drive)
RSVP by August 27th! There is no charge for DFOC Members current with their membership dues -- just RSVP, so that we can order your lunch! Non-Member tickets are $45.00 and can be reserved here: secure.actblue.com/page/dfocevent For questions or to RSVP, please contact Henry Vandermeir, Executive Director, at (714) 979-4436 or via email at info@dfoc.com.

Aug 30 Tuesday 4pm-5pm, Newport Beach: Don't Kill the Dream Rally. civic.moveon.org/event/august2011/120851
Join Democracy for America and other progressive groups to tell Rep. John Campbell, "Don't Kill the American Dream." Instead, "Invest in America's Infrastructure, Create 21st Century Energy Jobs, Invest in Public Education, Offer Medicare for All, Make Work Pay, Secure Social Security, Return to Fairer Tax Rates, End the Wars and Invest at Home, Tax Wall Street Speculation, Strengthen Democracy."
Signs will be provided and bring your own too! We will meet at the corner of Newport Center Drive and Santa Rosa Drive, outside Rep. Campbell's office (610 Newport Center Drive). Parking is FREE across the corner in the Fashion Island shopping Center. For more event info, visit dontkillthedream.com or contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com. Please join us and bring a friend or two!

Aug 31 Wednesday 8am-12:30pm, Orange: MoveOn August 2011 Recess Action civic.moveon.org/event/august2011/120850
Doubletree Hotel (Orange County Jobs Now Summit), 100 The City Drive Orange, CA 92868
Lets all meet outside, in front of the hotel. Some of us will go inside to speak and most others will stay outside. We want investments in infrastructure to create jobs and this is a perfect venue for our voice to be heard and to present the American Dream. Make sign related to jobs.

Aug 31 Wednesday 8:30am-noon, Orange: The Orange County Jobs Now Summit is bringing together experts from California and throughout the nation to discuss economic factors that influence job creation.
Join us for this important summit with elected leaders, industry officials, business leaders, economists and community members to share ideas about how transportation infrastructure projects create or sustain much-needed jobs throughout Orange County.
Doubletree Hotel, 100 The City Drive, Orange, CA 92868 jobssummit.eventbrite.com For more information, contact Kelly Jimenez at 714.560.5421 or kjimenez@octa.net or Ted Nguyen 714.560.5334 or tednguyen@octa.net

Aug 31 Wednesday noon, Huntington Beach: Don't Kill the Dream Rally. Join Democracy for America and other progressive groups to tell Rep. Dana Rohrabacher, "Don't Kill the American Dream."
Instead, "Invest in America's Infrastructure, Create 21st Century Energy Jobs, Invest in Public Education, Offer Medicare for All, Make Work Pay, Secure Social Security, Return to Fairer Tax Rates, End the Wars and Invest at Home, Tax Wall Street Speculation, Strengthen Democracy." Signs provided.
Location: Outside Rep. Rohrabacher's office,101 Main Street, Ste. 380, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Contact Cyndy Fowler, cynfowler@gmail.com. More info at dontkillthedream.com and ywcdc.com.

Aug 31 Wednesday 5pm, any mailbox: deadline To mail pre-orders of "The Conservative Assault on the Constitution" latest book by UCI Law School founding Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, for pickup at his talk in Laguna Woods

Aug 31 Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm, Laguna Niguel: OFA Wine After Nine August Meeting my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/housemeeting/gpkqxp Pacific Island 1 Village Club House, 31551 Flying Cloud, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Sep 1 Thursday 6-8pm, Garden Grove: Equality Beyond Borders - LGBT Inclusive Immigration Reform Workshop HERE Labor Hall, 13252 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, 92843
To encourage action in the fight for immigration reform that includes protections for LGBT immigrants. Watch the critically acclaimed documentary, "Papers," profiling the lives of several undocumented immigrant students. Discuss Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Panelists to include: Ruben Barreto, Marcos Nieves and Jorge Gutierrez, with facilitator Tony Ortuno. Event sponsored by Equality California Institute, Orange County Dream Team, DeColores Queer Orange County and the Orange County Equality Coalition. For more information please contact: George Zander at george.zander@eqca.org

Sep 1 Thursday 11:15am-12:15pm Garden Grove/1-1:30pm Huntington Beach: Main Street Action Join CARA and the California Nurses Association in rallies to push for a financial transaction tax on Wall Street that would finally begin restoring economic fairness to our nation. The RNs will be calling on members of Congress to sign a pledge in support of a financial transaction tax to make Wall Street pay for the devastation it has caused on Main Street.
11:15 am-12:15 pm Representative Loretta Sanchez, 12397 Lewis St. Suite 101 Garden Grove
1-1:30pm Representative Dana Rohrabacher, 101 Main St Suite 380, Huntington Beach

Sep 1 Thursday 7-9pm, Whittier: BLOOD ON THE TRACKS: The Life and Times of S. Brian Wilson - A revolutionary pacifist St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602 (Corner of Wardman & Washington Aves)
S. Brian Wilson is a Viet Nam veteran whose wartime experiences transformed him into a revolutionary nonviolent pacifist. On September 1, 1987, Brian was thrust into the public eye when he was run over and nearly killed by a US Navy Munitions train while engaging in a nonviolent blockade in protest of weapons shipments to El Salvador. He has worked tirelessly since that time to keep PEACE in the discussion of local, national and international human relations. One of the truly remarkable speakers on thoughtful human relations. There will be a short film and then Wilson will talk about his newest book - Blood on the Track followed by a question and answer period and book signing. The event is sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition, a broadly based group of local community members whose purpose is to share a vision for peace, justice and environmental wellbeing To find out more about the event log onto www.WhittierPeace.org or call (562) 587-6270 or (562) 233-8579

Sep 3 Saturday 10am-3pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Labor Day Celebration Santa Ana Zoo, Amphitheatre Park area, 1801 E Chestnut Ave, Santa Ana 92701.
The labor organizations of Orange County invite you to celebrate with music, food, and games. Admission to the zoo is free. Bring your picnic blanket and folding chair. Fun for the entire family! Food will be served from 11am-2pm. For more info call 714-385-1534.

Sep 3 Saturday noon, Corona del Mar: Anti Puppy Mill Demo Come out and help Animal Protection & Rescue League (APRL) to educate the public about this store's practice of supporting puppy mills and encourage people to choose adoption instead. youtube.com/watch?v=TDPwI8RYvc8
I Heart Puppies, 2801 E Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625 meetup.com/aprl-oc/events/31664582

Sep 3 Saturday 6-10pm, Santa Ana: Dream Art Exhibit - Art by Undocumented Student Artists Libreria Martinez, 216 N. Broadway
This Art Exhibit will showcase the talents of undocumented student artists. All art will be available for purchase through a silent auction format. Proceeds from the auction will go towards helping these artists achieve their educational and artistic goals. Admission: FREE istillhaveadream.org For more info. please contact Ruben at (714)421-5973

Sep 4 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Big Summer, national holiday weekend installation of Arlington West in Huntington Beach.
Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. We are back to our regular schedule for breakdown, so should start breakdown about 5:30PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 6:20 (though with DST we may be tempted to keep it up a bit later if the crowds and weather are good).
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to socialworker4activism@verizon.net, but you of course are welcome without replying first.

Sep 5 Monday 8am-noon, Wilmington: Labor Solidarity March and 32nd Annual Labor Day Parade Broad Ave and East E St, Wilmington, 90744. to Banning Park, 1331 Eubank Ave.
Join the 32nd Annual Labor Day Parade, sponsored by the Los Angeles Long Beach Harbor Labor Coalition. Assembly will begin at 8am. The march to Banning Park will start at 10 am, and the rally at the park will take place at 12pm. Union banners, signs, and floats are welcome. Bring the whole family! For more info: lalbharborlabor.org or Labor Day Committee, 3888 Cherry Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807, 562-595-1891.

[Update] Sep 6 Tuesday noon-2pm, Laguna Woods: Erwin Chemerinsky: The Conservative Assault On The Constitution: talk to Concerned Citizens, after Noon-to-12:45 book sales, pre-order pickups, and book-signing.
Clubhouse 1, 24232 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Quoted above is both his latest book's name and his talk's title. Is it true, or right-wing spin, or pure myth, that the Supreme Court's conservative wing decides cases as mere "umpires", just strictly calling Constitutional "balls and strikes" (as Roberts told his Senate confirmation hearing), with no political agenda, loyal to the Framers' intent and precedent, while its moderates were the ones trying to enact personal liberal agendas, stretching the Constitution and twisting precedent? If that's a myth, can you explain why? You'll do so better after attending this talk, better still after reading that book, by Erwin Chemerinsky - UCI Law School founding Dean and Distinguished Prof. of Law, leading Constitutional scholar; litigator in the Supreme Court and other courts; author of books and articles for scholars and lay readers; and frequent analyst of that Court, its cases and trends, on TV and radio. In his talk, he'll discuss how our Constitution touches all of us; how to reclaim it; and recent rulings that "close courthouse doors," mix church and state, and limit voting rights, fair elections, and democracy itself. Guests $3, Concerned Citizens members free. You can buy his book before his talk, for $18 ($9 off cover/retail price); Easiest (and helping reduce the rush) is to pre-order his book by mail: He'll inscribe and sign it in advance (the Order Form has a line to write the words to be inscribed). You can pick it up before his talk (and still "meet & greet & chat" with him), while we reserve a good seat(s) for you. August 31 is the deadline to mail pre-orders. Click here for our mail-in Order Form on the Event Flyer and Gate Entry Pass Click here for GoogleMap Click here for Directions. More details or Info: Jonathan Adler, LawGuruLaguna@yahoo.com, or 949-581-2178.

Sep 6 Tuesday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: OC for Darfur meeting Patty's office, 2424 SE Bristol Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA 92660
OC for Darfur is going to back to our former schedule of meeting on Tuesday evenings, and back to our former location, Patty's office. : we will be discussing: - Bands and Bellies VIII: a concert to benefit Living Ubuntu in honor of World Peace Day (http://livingubuntu.org/events/) - Sun Sep 25 We are looking for more volunteers to help with the planning, marketing and on the day of the event. It will be a lot of fun, can you help us??? [Funds raised will help launch Trauma Recovery in the Community (for refugees, immigrants, and victims of domestic violence).] UPDATES and ADVOCACY: - Sudan (especially Darfur and South Kordofan) - South Sudan - Congo - Burma Hope to see you at the meeting, Tuesday, September 6th! livingubuntu.org

Sep 7 Wednesday 12:15pm, Santa Ana: News conference on Irvine 11 trial Central Justice Center, 700 West Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92701
various community leaders from Southern California will offer their reactions at a news conference on the 'Irvine 11' trial proceedings. Please come show your support CONTACT: Kifah Shah, Stand with the Eleven Campaign (760)902-2490, media@irvine11.com
The Irvine 11 campaign asks all community members to come out in support to the Irvine 11 trial taking place from approximately September 7th - September 23rd. Please sign up to attend the trial and stand with the eleven irvine11.com/attend-the-trial

Sep 7 Wednesday 6-8pm, Yorba Linda: Protest Dick Cheney Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.
War criminal Dick Cheney will be in Orange County promoting his new book, In My Time. Let's be there too to call out the lies and tell the truth. CODEPINK OC, OC Peace Coalition and OC Military Families Speak Out will all be there codepinkalert.org/calendar.php?id=3906

Sep 7 Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm, La Habra: OFA: Strength in Numbers - La Habra/Fullerton House Meeting my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/housemeeting/gpkb8x 430 Hollis Circle, La Habra, CA 90631

Sep 7 Wednesday 7:15 pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County Regular Meeting, featuring Hussam Ayloush, Executive Director of the Greater Los Angeles Area Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. His presentation will focus on Islamophobic incidents in Orange County.
Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa. Social time starts at 6:30pm; meeting at 7:15pm. For more information, contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Sep 8 Thursday 10:15-11:15am, Newport Beach: Rick Perry Rick Perry will hold an "old-fashioned meet-and-greet" rally for the Republican faithful at Roger's Gardens in Newport Beach owned by GOP Chairman Scott Baugh. Later he will hold a high-roller fundraiser at The Islands hotel in nearby Fashion Island. Since parking is tight at the nursery, though, that only those arriving with tickets and in carpools of at least three will be allowed to park there.
Rick Perry is a menace to society. He is a complete demagogue who has adopted the programs of the John Birch Society and Cleon Skousen. This is a honk and waive event. Parking is FREE across the street at the corner of San Joaquin Hills Rd. & San Miguel Dr. in the Rite Aid shopping center. We're gathering on the sidewalk in front of the San Miguel Dr. entrance to Roger's Gardens. Make any signs that lets guests coming to listen to him as well as any media know who Rick Perry is really all about! pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/121165

Sep 8 Thursday 2:30-4:30pm, Cypress: Author of Oil Extraction Tax to Fund Education, Initiative 1481 Will Debate a Representative from The Western States Petroleum Association
Cypress College, 9200 Valley View Street, Cypress, CA 90630
For more information, please call Peter Mathews for an interview at (562) 234-3319 and go to our website at www.rescueeducationcalifornia.org.

Sep 8 Thursday 5:30pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting Our mission now is to build on this past month's momentum and make our American Dream movement a force to be reckoned with all across the country.
Kate's Place, Irvine, CA 92604, (We'll send you the full address when you sign up.) pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=121154

Sep 8 Thursday 6-8pm, San Clemente: OFA: Behind the Orange Curtain Community Organizing Meeting my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/neighborhoodteammeeting/gpkqmm 1214 Ganado, San Clemente, CA 92673

Sep 9 Friday 11am, Los Angeles: OC Labor Federation Rally to Support Grocery Workers' Negotiations Ralphs, 3410 W 3rd St, Los Angeles 90020.
Join us for an emergency rally to tell management to stop their greed and negotiate fairly! After months of negotiations, management from Ralphs, Vons and Albertsons have yet to provide their employees with an adequate health care plan. Time is running out!
Transporation from Orange County to Los Angeles is available. To reserve your spot, please call the OC Labor Federation at 714-385-1534. To learn more about the OCLF visit: oclabor.org

Sep 9 Friday 6:45pm, Anaheim: Meet Peace Activists Brian Wilson, author of the new book Blood on the Tracks, and special guest Frank Dorrel.
Brian Wilson is a Vietnam veteran best remembered as the activist run over by a train while blocking transportation of munitions in Concord, CA, in 1987. The weapons were destined for the U.S. wars in Central America. Brian lost both legs when the train sped up instead of stopping.
Frank Dorrel, a U.S. Air Force vet, organizes many Los Angeles area anti-war events. He also publishes and distributes books and films such as Addicted to War and What I've Learned About U.S. Foreign Policy: The War Against the Third World. Copies of Blood on the Tracks will be available for $20. A meet and greet with refreshments will start at 6:45pm, the program at 7:15pm. A donation will be requested, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim 92805. RSVP to: Ruth Shapin at 714-567-0188 or ruth@shapin.org

Sep 9-10 Friday-Saturday 8pm, Santa Ana: Breath of Fire Latina Theater Presents "Slip of the Tongue" 310 W 5th St (2nd Floor), Santa Ana 92701.
For two nights only, "Slip of the Tongue" offers revealing stories of Latina identity, sexuality, and culture written and performed by Cristina Nava, Sara Guerrero, and Elizabeth Isela Szekeresh, plus two short films: "Salsa Lessons" and "It's a Pleasure". Intended for a mature audience. Tickets $10, available online at brownpapertickets.com. For more info, contact: elizabeth@gmail.com, phone 714-600-0129, or see breathoffire.org

[Update] Sep 10 Saturday 9am-5:30pm, Santa Ana: 2^nd Annual OC Progressive Summit
Delhi Community Center, 505 East Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707
We are excited and honored to have two amazing keynote speakers this year: Jim Hightower and Christine Chavez! Hightower works to spread the message of progressive populism all across the American grassroots. He frequently appears on TV and radio, bringing a hard-hitting populist viewpoint that rarely gets into the mass media. Chavez has a made a lifetime commitment to public service, civil rights and the labor movement. Christine's work is based on the values passed down to her from her grandfather, Cesar Chávez.
After our morning plenary session with the inspiring Christine Chavez, we will break out into several educational workshops. Lunch will then be served and there will be another opportunity to network with the exhibitors and other attendees. After the second workshop session, we will close with a motivational Jim Hightower. Immediately following closing plenary session, we will host the Progressive Happy Hour, providing a fun and informal atmosphere to continue the discussion!
Registration for the 2011 Orange County Progressive Summit is now available on our website. Last year's event was a tremendous success and we hope that you and your organization will join us again to build on the great things we've already accomplished. Please visit our website at ocprogressivesummit.org to purchase your admission to this unique and amazing event.
If you have any questions, please email: info@ocprogressivesummit.org

Sep 10 Saturday 12:30pm, Santa Ana: Engage360 Southern California Office Opening 1936 E. Deere Ave. #110, Santa Ana, CA 92705, (714)386-5414
Engage360 is proud to announce our official office opening in Santa Ana with our featured guest, Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez! All are invited to attend, refreshments will be served. eric.bornstein@engage360.com

Sep 10 Saturday 6-9pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA
World Premier on 10th Anniversary of 9-11 "Eve of Destruction" , by Richard Gage & Architects and Engineers for 911-Truth. Guest expert: Dan Noel, leader of 911-Truth in Orange County, will give a Demo of the Demo, to Reclaim Demo. You don't need to be an expert !! Given an open mind, even school children can understand these physical facts intuitively.

Sep 10 Saturday 7-10pm, Laguna Beach: 2nd Annual Event to raise awareness for the fight against human trafficking iSanctuary at Sawdust Festival Grounds 935 Laguna Canyon Road isanctuaryatsawdust.com
live music, entertainment, food, drinks, fair trade shopping with iSanctuary jewelry and Tori Higa Stationary Pre-Sale Tickets are $25 (regular price $30)
We could use your help at this year's event email us to get involved at info@iSanctuaryatSawdust.com BUY TICKETS NOW! $25 Pre-Sale Ticket ends August 31st, 2011 ($30 regular price) shopsanctuary.org/25-general-admission-gala-tick25.html

Sep 10 Saturday 8-11pm, Santa Ana: SEEDS OF RESISTANCE: In Xochitl In Cuicatl El Centro Cultural de México, 310 W 5th St.
With special guest: Claudia Rodriguez Special performance by: Cuatro Noches de Luna & a special screening of: Las Grandes de Boyle Heights and East L.A. A film that documents the lives of five wombyn who strengthen their communities through cultural preservation, social activism, education & art. Please join us for a night of music, poetry, food & live art! Proceeds will go for El Centro's new building! Sign ups for muxeres who wish to share begin at 8pm Info: seedsofresistance@yahoo.com

Sep 11 Sunday noon-1:15pm, Mission Viejo: Town Hall Meeting OCIF Multipurpose Room, Mission Viejo Mosque, 23581 Madero
On The 10th Memorial of the September 11th attacks on our country, the Orange County Islamic Foundation honors the fire fighters and first responders - and their sacrifice.
Please join OCIF in honoring the sacrifices of the First Responders by attending this town hall meeting with New York Fire Fighter Mr. Kevin James, a Muslim first responder to the tragic Sept 11th attack. This Q&A setting will attempt to give a picture of the day's events, and the aftermath, as seen through the eyes of a first responder and a survivor.

Sep 11 Sunday noon-2pm, Santa Ana: DeColores Queer OC invites EVERYONE to our next meeting for current members and those interested in becoming one! Come to a safe space and join us in conversations about the prevalent issues that affect us as Queer and Latin@s community here in Orange County. Learn more about DeColores and the importance of having Queer and Latin@ spaces. We have exciting events happening and we need your help to make them a success. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
The Center Orange County, 1605 North Spurgeon St. If you have any questions please email: DeColoresOC@gmail.com

Sep 11 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/29669191

Sep 11 Sunday 3-5pm, Santa Ana: Join the OC Working Group of the California Clean Money Campaign for its monthly meeting to help wage the campaign for AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE Act!
Marie Calendar's Restaurant, Santa Ana, CA 92701 yesfairelections.org/contacts/civicrm/event/info?id=270

Sep 11 Sunday 5pm, Anaheim: Anaheim Hills Friends for Sanity ... drinks and appetizers at Chevy's Mexican Restaurant 8200 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92808 meetup.com/Anaheim-Hills-Friends-for-Sanity/events/31113001

Sep 11 Sunday 6-7pm, Orange: 9/11 Remembrance: An Interfaith Experience Fish Interfaith Center, Chapman University
Join Chapman students and members of the Orange County religious community for a remembrance of lamentation and hope. This is a non-political and non-denomination remembrance of September 11, 2001. There will be several student and community speakers from various religious and spiritual backgrounds throughout the ceremony and a moment of silence for reflection and lamentation. Light refreshments will follow.

Sep 11 Sunday 7-8pm, Yorba Linda: Light the Darkness - Interfaith Lessons from 9/11 Jessamyn West Park, 19000 E. Yorba Linda Blvd, Palm Ave and Yorba Linda Blvd
The Interfaith Council of North Orange County invites you to the 10th Annual Light the Darkness 9/11 event. The Council's activities are designed to build appreciation, foster understanding, provide a sharing network, and strengthen our community. This year's speaker, Rabbi Frank Stern, will discuss the theme "Lessons Learned from 9/11." Also joining us will be the Celebration USA Choir, and the Yorba Linda Presbyterian Bell Choir. We would love to see you there! natensandy@aol.com

Sep 12 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Sep 12 Monday 6:45pm, Fullerton: Neighbors United for Fullerton (NUFF) will be hosting a Redistricting Forum analyzing the impacts and implications of redistricting for Fullerton.
The Citizens Redistricting Commission has reshaped 173 voting districts. These changes may have an impact on who gets elected in 2012. This means a potential change to the make up of the 80 member State Assembly, 40 member State Senate Districts, and the states 53 US Congressional Representatives.
Dr. Matthew Jarvis, Ph. D., CSUF Political Science Professor and elections expert, will present a detailed examination of the redistricting process and the new districts.
Fullerton Public Library, 353 W. Commonwealth Ave., Osborne Auditorium (downstairs) FREE info: info@nuffpac.org or 714-293-7084 or 714-879-3847

Sep 12 Monday 7pm, Westminster: Military Families Speak Out our Sept meeting for MFSO needs to be changed to Monday night on Sept 12th instead of our usual 1st Wednesday of the month. The leadership decided to spend the evening of Wednesday Sept 7th to pay a visit to former VP Dick Cheney who will be featured with his new book at the Yorba Linda library at 7pm. Please join us and other military families who have not forgotten the role he played in sending our loved ones out to fight in a war based on lies. Bring signs, but we will have extras.
Our MFSO meeting will still be held at our regular private spot in the back of Spires Restaurant at 7pm, but on Monday 9-12.. We hope to see everyone there. We have up to date on news of the Oct. gathering event in Washington DC, which starts on Oct.6th. We found great air fare rates and will share information about housing. We hope you will bring your ideas and comments as well. Bring news and pictures of your loved ones if you can.
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have the private room on the left.

Sep 13 Tuesday 6-8pm, Costa Mesa: Documentary Film: "The Future of Food" Mothers, 1890 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, 92627
Kerne Erickson will discuss GMOs (Genetically Modified Foods). Reservations are a must - 800-595-MOMS meetup.com/Vote-To-Label-GMOs-In-2012/events/30559201/

Sep 13 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Beach: San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station = Fukushima U.S.A.? Hennessey's Tavern, 213 Ocean Avenue, Laguna Beach, 92651
Safety issues at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) will be the topic of discussion. After being hit by both a devastating earthquake and tsunami, the reactor meltdown at Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant continues. Gary Headrick, founder of San Clemente Green.org will share what citizens in San Clemente are doing and led the discussion about what we can do. SONGS is only twelve miles from our backyard. **The Meetup will be held in the upstairs room at Hennessy's. Food and drink refreshments can be ordered from the menu. Bring your questions, concerns, and ideas on action we can take. meetup.com/Laguna-Beach-Citizens-for-Safe-Energy/events/29010771

Sep 14 Wednesday 11am, Irvine: Women For: Orange County "Roller Coaster Ride to Equality - the Stories and the Law" Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian View, Irvine. Note: Enter off Campus Drive - not Michelson. womenfororangecounty.org or womenforoc@aol.com.

Sep 14 Wednesday 11am-3pm, Santa Ana: Diversity Employment Day Career Fair Help Us "Get ORANGE COUNTY Back to Work in 2011!"
Holiday Inn Santa Ana / OC Airport 2726 South Grand Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 citycareerfair.com/index.php?id=261

Sep 14 Wednesday 1-3pm, Costa Mesa: League of Women Voters Newport/Mesa and Huntington Beach Unit Meeting: The 10 Myths About the NPV (National Popular Vote) Speaker: Marilyn Lees, Coast League Board member. For information: 949-400-2183.
Costa Mesa Library, 1855 Park Avenue

Sep 14 Wednesday 5:30-7:30pm, Garden Grove: OCCORD Open House 13252 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 204, Garden Grove, CA 92843
Please join OCCORD (Orange County Communities Organized for Responsible Development), its board, neighborhood leaders and staff as we celebrate our newly expanded office space. Come meet new and familiar faces and get an update on our work and upcoming events. Light appetizers and beverages will be served. Brief Program at 6:30 pm. Please RSVP to Silissa Uriarte at suriarte@occord.org or at 714/621-0919 ext. 10.

Sep 14 Wednesday 6pm-7:30pm, Dana Point: League of Women Voters Nationwide Study of Federal Role in Education. Let your voice be heard. This important public education study needs your input. Starting in Sept., the League of Women Voters will examine federal funding of educational programs, federal mandates and federal influence on our core curriculum and assessments. Residents of Aliso Viejo, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano are invited.
Dana Point Public Library, Niguel Rd. at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway. For details on this study, see the local league website: LWVCBA.org. Please confirm your attendance with Marilyn O'Brien, 949/496-1858 or Petti Van Rekom, lwvcba@gmail.com.

Sep 14 Wednesday 6-8:30pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club: "San Onofre Nuclear Power Plant - Fukushima U.S.A.?" lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com UU Fellowship, 429 Cypress Contact: kenton805@cox.net

Sep 14 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "The Democrat Strategy for the election of 2012" socdc.org
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.
This months meeting features Garry South, political strategist. Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net

Sep 14 Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm, Cerritos: The Southeast LA Chapter of Progressive Democrats of America, Movie Night presents the 'Ground Truth'
at Honeys, 10769 South Street, Cerritos, Contact: 562 229-6422.

Sep 14 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: Martin Wisckol Politics Editor for the OC Register "How will the new redistricting impact the OC?" A discussion of the political climate in the County, with question-and-answer following
Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 7:00 p.m. (Voter Registration in Lobby at 6:30 p.m.) For more information, call Sue Dearing at 855-6965.

Sep 15 Thursday 9:30am-2:30pm, Irvine: Green Vision Workshop "Smart Investments for Orange County's Future" at the Duck Club (3512 Michelson, Irvine).
Email Melanie Schlotterbeck melanie@schlotterbeck.net by September 7th if you are able to attend. The event fee is $15 per person and covers lunch. Checks should be made payable to Friends of Harbors, Beaches, and Parks (or for short, FHBP) and is payable at the door.

Sep 15 Thursday 10:30am-12:30pm, Tustin: STEP (Sisters Together Envisioning Peace) This is an informal group of Interfaith participants (mostly Christians, Muslims and Jewish, but we hope for more faiths) who meet to share experiences, traditions, and just basically get to know one another.
Many groups like this have been meeting since 9/11 to gain a better understanding of one another's religions & cultural traditions. With the anniversary of 9/11 coming up, this is a good time to re-commit ourselves to these goals. These are always very educational and rewarding sessions. (Sharing is optional, not mandatory.) We all bring food to share for lunch
Aldersgate UMC, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin Contact: Margaret Henke marghenke@cox.net 714-731-6775

Sep 15 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm, Santa Ana: Julio Perez for Assembly Campaign Kick Off for the 69th State Assembly District!
Bistro 400: 400 West Fourth Street RSVP secure.actblue.com/page/julioperezkickoff Questions? Please call Carina Franck at (714) 675-3653 or carina@thefranckfirm.com

Sep 16 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch with League. The Debt Ceiling Deal--How It Could Have Been Prevented and What It Means to the Economy Speaker: Kevin Wallsten, Ph.D., Political Science Dept., CSULB. Call 949-400-2183 for required RSVP and cancellations by September 15.
Coco's Restaurant, 151 Newport Center Drive, 92660

Sep 16 Friday 7-10pm, Santa Ana: ¡Un Grito Por El Centro! Delhi Center, 505 E. Central Ave
Defendamos nuestro espacio unidos y bailando Centro Cultural de México te invita a celebrar independencia de Méxcio con la Orquesta de Eddie Bañelos Comida, Artesanías mucha sorpresas más! Donación $20 Para mãs información o boletos: Socorro Sarmiento 714.425.0487 o Yenni: quezalt@yahoo.com

Sep 17-18 Saturday 6-9am, Santa Ana: 1st Annual Orange County Stand Down ocstanddown.org
A two day event in which the region's homeless and low income veterans and their families can access basic services, bond with their fellow veterans and start rebuilding lives. Santa Ana College, Lot 13, Santa Ana, CA

Sep 17 Saturday 9am-noon, Santa Ana: The Bicycle Tree Third Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser thebicycletree.org/uncategorized/third-annual-pancake-breakfast
We'll be serving up mountains of flapjacks hot off the griddle, along with an avalanche of other delicious foods (menu to be announced). We'll be bringing the fun with games, a bike-themed photo booth, and music. We're holding a raffle and silent auction. It will also be an opportunity to learn more about our recent and upcoming activities, and discuss our vision for the future. Solar power will be supplied by local solar enthusiast and bike advocate Mike Miller. Come out for a pleasant morning and help The Bicycle Tree's volunteers continue their efforts supporting cyclists in Orange County! Entry and all-you-can-eat breakfast are $10 per adult, $5 for youth 12 and under.
Santiago Park, We will be in the Oak Grove near the parking lot at the Lawn Bowling Center entrance at Santiago Park/Lawson St. off Memory Lane (approximate address 577 E. Memory Ln.), the first light east of Main Street.

Sep 17 Saturday 9am-3pm, San Diego: San Diego County Democratic Convention sddemocrats.org/convention
Jacobs Center, 404 Euclid Ave, San Diego CA 92114 Contact: Eleanor Mang (858) 277-3367 Email: rsvp@sddemocrats.org

Sep 17 Saturday 9:30am-noon, Laguna Beach: LWV Laguna Beach Unit Town Hall Meeting "The Role of the Federal Government in Public Education" Neighborhood Congressional Church's Bridge Hall, 340 Saint Ann's Drive, (Corner of St. Ann and Glenneyre)
Discussion will emphasize whether the government should mandate a core curriculum for all states and whether funding should be attached to the adoption of the curriculum. All encouraged to attend. Please invite: your local PTA's and teacher association. Speakers: Superintendent, Laguna Beach Unified Schools, Shirene Smith; President, California School Board Association, Martha Fluor; Superintendent, Fountain Valley Unified School District, Marc Ecker

Sep 17 Saturday 11am-1pm, Costa Mesa: CMEA Community Appreciation Picnic Wakeham Park, 3400 Smalley Street
Please join us for hot dogs, a raffle, and some fun. "Repair Costa Mesa thanks you for your support! We've fought hard to protect our great City services and stop the City Council majority from dismantling our community. Six months after this all began, it's time to take a break to recognize the hundreds of volunteers, residents, employees and supporters who have fought tirelessly to Repair Costa Mesa."

Sep 17 Saturday 3pm-7pm, Fullerton: Kelly Thomas Memorial. Kelly Thomas was a 37-year-old, homeless man suffering from schizophrenia and living on the streets of Fullerton, California. On July 10th of this year, Kelly was pronounced dead at the UC Irvine Medical Center having suffered severe injuries during an altercation with six Fullerton police officers on the night of July 5th. This Memorial Concert and Canned Food Drive being held in Mr. Thomas' honor is intended to raise community awareness of the homelessness in Fullerton while helping out those who are in desperate need of such assistance.
Fullerton Museum Plaza 125 E. Wilshire Avenue Fullerton, CA 92832. Visit www.ktmf.org for more information.

Sep 18 Sunday 1pm, Irvine: ONE Member Meet and Greet at Peet's Coffee-University Town Center-Irvine.
ONE is a global advocacy and campaigning organization backed by more than 2 million people from around the world dedicated to fighting extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa. We rely on our members to use their voices to fight extreme poverty and preventable disease by putting positive pressure on our elected leaders to adopt smart policies and invest in tested, proven solutions. Will you join us?
For more information, please visit ONE.org or contact peggy.thompson@cox.net

Sep 18 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of Orange County - Jim Stanbery on "International Treaties" He will assess their importance and ask whether they are the "Law of the Land"? Jim is a professor of History and Political Science at Harbor College.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/24436621

Sep 18 Sunday 2-4pm, Newport Coast: "Tea at Two" - A Garden Party benefiting TIAS ARMS
Tickets are $35 and will benefit the children of South Africa Please send checks to TIAS ARMS, 3 Wild Goose Ct, Newport Beach, CA 92663 or PayPal on our website at tiasarms.org Information: (949) 650-6254 The address will be given at time of your response. Please RSVP by Sept 11th.

Sep 18 Sunday 3-6pm, Culver City: The KPFK Local Station Board is pleased to host a KPFK Listeners Town Hall Meeting with new KPFK General Manager Bernard Duncan, staff, and programmers to answer listeners' questions about programming, hear your ideas and more! Come out and speak out, and meet other listeners and volunteers!
Foshay Lodge, 9635 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232 For more information, check www.kpfk.org or call the station during business hours 818-985-2711.

Sep 18 Sunday 3:30-5pm, Huntington Beach: Greater HB Interfaith Council Procession of Light Pier Plaza, Huntington Beach 92648.
Join families, faith-based groups, and friends of some 35 different faiths for the Greater HB Interfaith Council's 12th annual Procession of Light. Musical entertainment, words of inspiration, and prayer will culminate in the procession, led by the World Peace Flame from The Hague. Free to the public. The Lifetime Achievement Award will be given to honoree Robert Mayer of the Robert Mayer Corporation. Contact: Rabbi Stephen Einstein, Congregation B'nai Tzedek, at 714-963-4611.

[Venue change] Sep 18 Sunday 4:30-6:30pm, Costa Mesa: Healthcare for All-CA, Orange County chapter Rather than Mission Viejo, we'll meet in Costa Mesa.
Mimi's, 1835 Newport Blvd. in Costa Mesa, 949-722-6722 (I-55 south from I-405) Ask for the HCA room (or wine room if that sounds better to you).
We'll get reports from the 2nd annual PNHP single payer conference ... and also the newly formed Orange County Coalition for single payer healthcare. Please join us! Contact: Jan Meslin, jmeslin@cox.net

Sep 18 Sunday 5pm, Newport Beach: National Farm Worker Ministry 46th Annual Farm Worker Summer Celebration featuring outstanding educator Dr. Michael Conroy, Economics Professor and Sustainability Advocate.
St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, 92660 $20 advance registration or $25 at the door. For reservations, call Suzanne Darweesh at 714-738-1785 and for a pre-paid reservation, make your check payable to NFWM (tax deductible) and mail it to Suzanne, 2104 Hilltop Ct., Fullerton, 92835 If you can't be at the dinner, a donation would be very much appreciated. If you have auction items to donate, please call Suzanne to let her know and thank you

Sep 19 Monday 9am-5pm, Santa Ana: Irvine 11 Trial Closing Arguments and Press Conference Santa Ana Courthouse, room C1 (second floor up the escalators) 700 West Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Stand with the Eleven is organizing a press conference at noon in front of the by the flagpoles outside the courthouse. your presence there is very important. The last thing we want the jury to see before they go to deliberate is the irvine11 along with a courtroom full of irvine11 supporters. Don't let the irvine11 stand alone. This is something they have had to deal with for over 1 1/2 years now, we asking for just a few hours of your time. If you don't speak for the Eleven, who will speak for you? irvine11.com

Sep 19 Monday 6-9pm, Anaheim: Join the National Women's Political Caucus of Orange County for Dinner and Conversation with Greg Diamond for a discussion of Redistricting
The schedule for the evening is a follows: 6:00pm Networking and Dinner 6:45pm Brief Business Meeting 7:00pm A Conversation with Greg Diamond 8:00pm Community Announcements
Mimi's Cafe, 1240 N. Euclid Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801 events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e4sahgm96eabf98f

Sep 19 Monday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Free Showing of The Future of Food Please join us for a free showing of The Future of Food and learn about the initiative to label GMOs.
Clubhouse 7, Gate 12, 24111 Moulton Parkway Take El Toro Road west from the 5 Freeway, Turn Right onto Moulton Parkway, make a left turn at Gate 12. Room is on the right side, facing the building.

Sep 20 Tuesday noon-1:30pm, Fullerton: FAIR Ed Act Town Hall Meeting Concerned about Equality and Fair Education? Ant-equality forces have filed and are collecting signatures to over turn this law on the June 2012 Ballot. The FAIR (Fair Accurate, Inclusive, Respectful) Education Act aka SB48 was signed into law in July 2011. It requires California schools to integrate factual information about social movements including people of color, people with disabilities and LGBT people into existing social studies programs. This historic move toward equality by Governor Brown and the California Legislature is now under attack. PIA-OC and a coalition of other Interfaith and Community Partners will be hosting a Town Hall meeting in your area soon. PLEASE attend ONE of our local Town Hall meetings to find out how you can support TRUTH in California education.
Congregational Church of Fullerton, 845 N Euclid St., Fullerton, CA 92833 (See also Sep 22 Santa Ana, Sep 24 Laguna Beach, Sep 26 Irvine, Sep 29 Anaheim)

Sep 20 Tuesday 6pm, Laguna Woods: Can Medical Cannabis Help You? Club House 3, Dining Room 2, Laguna Woods Village, Laguna Woods 92653.
Should you have the right to use medicinal cannabis if your doctor recommends it? The state of CA says yes. The federal government in DC says no. This should be a matter of personal freedom, liberty, and the right to make your own health care decisions. Medical cannabis, health care rights, and personal freedom are all victims of the "War on Drugs". Village Cannabis and Laguna Woods for Medical Cannabis are bringing together medical and law enforcement experts to discuss the use of medical cannabis. Dr. Sean Breen, a U.S. Navy-trained physician will discuss cannabis as an alternative medicine and will be available after his talk for individual consultations in a private room. (To reserve a one-on-one meeting, call 949-208-1313.) Styze Elzinga, a scientist at The Wercshop and an expert on natural-plant-derived medicines, will be back by request to speak on several topics important to cannabis patients The Wercshop is a Southern CA laboratory dedicated to cannabis research. Stephan Downing, a retired LAPD deputy chief of police and member of Law Enforcement Against Prohibition, an international organization of criminal justice professionals who bear personal witness to the wasteful futility and harms of our current drug policy, will also participate. There will be live acoustic entertainment by Lloyd Stout. For more info, call Lonnie at 949-533-7947.

Sep 20 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: David Pine, West Coast Regional Director of Americans for Peace Now will be our speaker. His topic is "Points of No Return: New Developments in the Israeli-Palestinian Saga." He will address positive and negative directions with special highlighting of the Israeli peace camp and its supporters. Discussion will follow his presentation. Please join us.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Exit at Sand Canyon and go to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

[Date change] ~~Sep 21~~ Wednesday 11am, Irvine: Due to a miscommunication regarding the venue, the date for the September meeting, "Rollercoaster Ride to Equality - the Stories and the Law", has now been officially changed to Wednesday, September 14, at 11:30 am (11:00 for refreshments and socializing)

Sep 21 Wednesday 11:30am-1:30pm, Irvine: CONSIDER THIS... Double Standards and Mixed Messages in Mainstream Media at Andrei's Conscious Cuisine, 2607 Main Street, Irvine
Featuring Joan Graves, head of the Classification & Rating Administration for the Motion Picture Association of America; Mary McNamara, TV and media critic for the Los Angeles Times; and Alison Trope, clinical associate professor at the Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism at the University of Southern California. considerthisoc.org/events092111.html

Sep 21 Wednesday noon-1pm, Newport Beach: PDA Brown Bag Lunch Vigil Office of Rep. John Campbell, 610 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach CA 92660
Corporate taxes are at historical lows. Yet $1.6 trillion, corporate profits for the third quarter of 2010 were the highest on record. Hospitals nationally recorded $34 billion in profits in 2009, the second highest ever. 42 percent of U.S. companies paid no U.S. income taxes for two or more years from 1998 to 2005. The average CEO who was paid $27 for every dollar earned by an employee 25 years ago now gets a ratio of about $275 to $1. pdamerica.org/events/view/ca48-brown-bag-lunch-vigil-rep-john-campbell

Sep 21 Wednesday 7-8:30pm, Santa Ana: API Democrats of OC September Meeting Bistro 400, 400 4th Street
Agenda items: 1) Guest speaker: CA State Controller John Chiang 2) Guest speaker: Assemblyman Warren Furutani, 55th Assembly district. He is a candidate for LA City Council, District 15. 3) Guest speaker: Deputy District Attorney Mario Trujillo from Los Angeles County. He is a candidate for District Attorney in LA County. 4) Opening for Treasurer

Sep 22 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm, Santa Ana: Candidacy Announcement Kick-Off for Councilwoman Michele Martinez for State Assembly Chapter One 227 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701 RSVP to: michelemartinez2012@gmail.com or (714) 380-4339 secure.actblue.com/page/mcmartinez

Sep 22 Thursday 6-8pm, Irvine: OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org
OC Wine Mart, 2272 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Sep 22 Thursday 6pm, Dana Point: Progressives of South Orange County Please join us for the first fall meeting @ Dana Point Yacht Club
Our featured speaker (starting about 7:15) will be Ace Hoffman who has written extensively about nuclear power. His most recent book (2008) is entitled The Code Killers: An Expose of the Nuclear Industry. Come early to eat, drink, and socialize. There will be an open cash bar and food service where you can nibble, graze, or gorge while enjoying the sunset. Please RSVP (the chef needs a head count) before Sept. 16 to scnj66@yahoo.com indicating: (a) you plan to attend; (b) you are interested but cannot attend;

Sep 22 Thursday 6:30-9pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Special Screening THE RESCUE of JOSEPH KONY'S CHILD SOLDIERS This film documents Invisible Children's efforts to expose the tragic realities of war-affected regions and educate and inspire individuals in the Western world to use their unique voice for change.
Watch this film to find out how you can help bring this war to an end. Guest Speaker: Acii Nancy is an exemplary student. Originally from Northern Uganda, she has been studying at Biola University for the past 3 years, pursuing a degree in the medical field.
6:30 - 7:00 PM Gathering & Refreshments 7:00 - 9:00 PM Film & Discussion
St. Joseph Center, Auditorium, 480 S. Batavia Street, Orange, CA 92868 For more information, visit www.csjorange.org or contact (714) 633-8121 ext. 7716 or justice@csjorange.org.

Sep 22 Thursday 7-8:30pm, Santa Ana: FAIR Ed Act Town Hall Meeting Concerned about Equality and Fair Education? Ant-equality forces have filed and are collecting signatures to over turn this law on the June 2012 Ballot. The FAIR (Fair Accurate, Inclusive, Respectful) Education Act aka SB48 was signed into law in July 2011. It requires California schools to integrate factual information about social movements including people of color, people with disabilities and LGBT people into existing social studies programs. This historic move toward equality by Governor Brown and the California Legislature is now under attack. PIA-OC and a coalition of other Interfaith and Community Partners will be hosting a Town Hall meeting in your area soon. PLEASE attend ONE of our local Town Hall meetings to find out how you can support TRUTH in California education.
Church of the Foothills, 19211 Dodge Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (See also Sep 20 Fullerton, Sep 24 Laguna Beach, Sep 26 Irvine, Sep 29 Anaheim)

Sep 23 Friday 8:30-10am, Buena Park: OC Labor's 5th Annual Bridge Awards Building Fund Breakfast UFCW Local 324, 8530 Stanton Ave, Buena Park 90620.
The OC Labor Federation's 5th annual Bridge Awards will honor Rev. Tom Reinhart-Marean, social justice activist, and Sal Tinajero, of the Fullerton Union High School Speech Debate Team. Fundraising ads and table sponsorships can be purchased by calling 714-385-1534. RSVPs and advertising art should be sent to Priscilla@OCLabor.org by Sept. 12. By mail, make checks payable to Orange County Labor Federation. Send to OCLF, 309 N Rampart St, Suite A, Orange 92868. More info: oclabor.org

Sep 23 Friday 5-10pm, Santa Ana: Progressive Summit Fundraiser Your very own Progressive Summit volunteers will be hosting the bar at the "Downtown Summer Concert Series" Downtown Inc will donate $100 plus 15% of all drink sales to the Orange County Progressive Summit. The weekly concert series are held at the French Plaza (on the corner of French & 4th Streets) in downtown Santa Ana.

Sep 23 Friday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: OC Interfaith Coalition for the Environment Fall Equinox Fundraiser Sacred Seasons Center in Santa Ana $25 and includes dinner and musical entertainment ocice.org/?page_id=92

Sep 24 Saturday 9am, Mission Viejo: 8 mile Bike Ride - OC moving for the Planet Please join our ride with 350.org moving planet day meetup.com/Mission-Viejo-Residents-against-Plastic-Waste/events/31062501 Norman P Murray Community Center, 24932 Veterans Way

Sep 24 Saturday 9am-5pm, Santa Ana: Move to Create Community Gardens and Edible Landscapes Santa Ana People's Garden, 2555 Santiago Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
Participate in creating your own food security, take control of your own health, move about within community gardens, get your hands dirty, breathe fresh air, get direct sunlight. moving-planet.org/events/us/santa-ana/1779

Sep 24-25 Saturday 9am-Sunday 1pm, Fresno: Progressive Caucus Solidarity Summit III Organizing Truth to Power!
McLane High School, 2727 N. Cedar, Fresno, CA
Suggested donation $20.00 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds) actblue.com/page/progsummit Taking a cue from the teaching methods of Marshall Ganz and the New Organizing Institute, we can show you a new way of thinking about ORGANIZING itself, and in particular, organizing for your chosen issues. E-mail: Info@ProgressiveCaucusCA.org progressivecaucusca.org

Sep 24 Saturday 10am-4pm, Santa Ana: Young Democrats Orange County/Inland Empire Regional Summit Orange County Employees Association, 830 N. Ross Street
The day is exclusively for young democrats from chapters in Orange County and the Inland Empire, and will feature campaign and political training sessions geared towards your chapter's needs, chapter breakout sessions to brainstorm for 2012, and more!
For more information contact Katherine Reedy, CYD Regional Director at kmreedy@gmail.com or 480-766-6741.

Sep 24 Saturday 10:30am, Costa Mesa: Non-religious Rosh HaShana Observance with the Pacific Community of Cultural Jews. Held at the Unitarian Church, 1259 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa. There is a charge for Non-Members. rsvp to PacifComm@aol.com Read about us at www.pccjews.org

Sep 24 Saturday 11am-12:30pm, Laguna Beach: FAIR Ed Act Town Hall Meeting Concerned about Equality and Fair Education? Ant-equality forces have filed and are collecting signatures to over turn this law on the June 2012 Ballot. The FAIR (Fair Accurate, Inclusive, Respectful) Education Act aka SB48 was signed into law in July 2011. It requires California schools to integrate factual information about social movements including people of color, people with disabilities and LGBT people into existing social studies programs. This historic move toward equality by Governor Brown and the California Legislature is now under attack. PIA-OC and a coalition of other Interfaith and Community Partners will be hosting a Town Hall meeting in your area soon. PLEASE attend ONE of our local Town Hall meetings to find out how you can support TRUTH in California education.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach, 429 Cypress Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (See also Sep 20 Fullerton, Sep 22 Santa Ana, Sep 26 Irvine, Sep 29 Anaheim)

Sep 24 Saturday 2-3pm, Santa Ana: Community-Based Checkpoint Observation Training SEIU Office, 1200 N Main St, Suite 900, Santa Ana 92701. Please attend know-your-rights training on how to monitor drivers license checkpoints and how to stop the 30-day impound of cars driven by drivers who have no licenses or licenses from other states or countries. Join a network of community groups organizing to change state and local policies. Attorneys from the National Lawyers Guild will discuss: knowing your rights to carry signs and protest at police checkpoints, how to deal with the police, strategies for monitoring checkpoints and building political power, and challenging the 30-day impound at police hearings. Training will be in English. More info: ocmayday@gmail.com

Sep 24 Saturday 2pm, Fullerton: MoveOn: Rebuild the Dream Today moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=121237
Brea Blvd. and Bastanchury Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92835 Let's get together to explore ideas for actions we can take locally to generate support for the Contract for the American Dream, and learn how to create a strategic local campaign to restore the American Dream. Then we'll take action to make the economy work for everyone.

Sep 24 Saturday 4-7pm, Long Beach: Long Beach Area Peace Network fundraiser LBAPN invites all who are interested in peace and justice to join us as we honor Long Beach area residents who have worked to achieve peace and justice in our city. The event will be in the Bixby Village Clubhouse (5851 Bixby Village Dr. Long Beach, 90803-near South Greenway) The event will feature music by Long Beach Unplugged and the Peace Choir. There will be appetizers, wine and soft drinks. Suggested donation is $15 but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please RSVP to Naida Tushnet: naidatushnet62@verizon.net

Sep 24 Saturday 6pm, Anaheim: Palestine Children's Relief Fund Annual Benefit Gala The Hilton, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim 92802. Please join the PCRF to raise much needed funds to support our medical and humanitarian missions. Funds raised by the Southern CA Chapter gala are literally the lifeline for many children all over the Middle East. Keynote speaker Diana Buttu is a Palestinian-Canadian lawyer and former spokesperson with the Palestinian Liberation Organization. For tickets ($100), table sponsorship, or donations please call 562-432-0035 or 562-432-0005, or email: pcrfsc@pcrf.net. For more info: pcrf.net

Sep 25 Sunday noon-4pm, Irvine: MoveOn Rebuild The Dream - House Party pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=121099 we're gathering to form a local plan to ensure we're fighting for jobs and against cuts where it counts-at home. That could mean joining a local campaign to fight against city budget cuts and layoffs.

Sep 25 Sunday 3pm, Garden Grove: Presentation on the Palestinian Initiative at the UN St. Anselm's Church, 13091 Galway St, Garden Grove 92844.
Please join the LA and OC Friends of Sabeel and the Palestinian American Congress for a discussion: "The Palestinian Initiative at the UN: Is There Hope for a Palestinian State?" The guest speaker will be Dr. Jamal R. Nassar, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU San Bernadino. More info: http://fosna.org/content/sabeel-groups

Sep 25 Sunday 4-7pm, Anaheim: Irvine 11 Townhall: Responding to the Verdict Hosted by the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California, Co-Sponsored by CAIR-LA, MPAC, MAS and the Stand With The Eleven Campaign featuring the Irvine 11, the Defense Team, Community Leaders, Interfaith Representatives
@ Masjid Omar al-Farouk, 1220 North State College Blvd., Anaheim 92806 irvine11.com

Sep 25 Sunday 4:30-7pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine first General Meeting of the new Presidential Election Year
Our speaker will be Jim Wisely. He recently retired from the California Democratic Party staff, where he was the special assistant to our Democratic voice in the legislature for Voter Services. That meant that for many years, he was a major voice in the redistricting. This year, of course, redistricting was done by an independent group of citizens so he was an observer only, but a very close observer, who understands the process better than almost anyone. He is going to share his thoughts on the outcome, and the shape of our new Districts here in our area of Orange County at our meeting. $5.00, $9.00 if you want salad or dessert with your included beverage, or $18.00 if you want our entire delicious buffet, catered by Taste Catering. Please, cash or check only, and PLEASE rsvp to democraticaction@me.com your food choice!
at The Duck Club, Riparian View, Irvine 92612

Sep 25 Sunday 5-7:30pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC) Fundraiser, Ziing's Bistro, petedem04@gmail.com, 714-446-9283 or Jeanne Moffitt at 562-694-4208

Sep 25 Sunday 5pm, Tustin: "Tending the Garden": a play by Planet Rehab planetrehab.org
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin 5pm - Family Potluck Dinner. Please bring a dish if you wish to join us for dinner. 6pm - Play Love Offerings Gratefully Accepted

Sep 25 Sunday 5-9:30pm, Huntington Beach: Bands & Bellies VIII A concert to benefit Living Ubuntu in honor of World Peace Day livingubuntu.org/events/2011/bands-and-bellies
Student Center, Golden West College, 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
An evening filled with live music, belly dancers, food, drinks, community, camaraderie, contemplation & fun! The International Day of Peace (also known as the World Peace Day) occurs every year on September 21. Come celebrate as we join together here in Orange County to commemorate this important day.

Sep 25 Sunday 6-10pm, Whittier: Open Mic Night for Peace and Justice Fenix 5-4, 6754 Greenleaf Ave, Whittier 90601. Artists and community welcome! Spoken word, music, comedy, free style. Enjoy social change in four part harmony! Featured guests: Kodiacs, Matt Sedillo, Guerrilla Queenz, Wil B with the Movement. Presented by the Whittier Area Peace Justice Coalition. More info: WhittierPeace.org Contact: 562-587-6270 or 562-693-9780.

Sep 26 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Sep 26 Monday 7-8:30pm, Irvine: FAIR Ed Act Town Hall Meeting Concerned about Equality and Fair Education? Ant-equality forces have filed and are collecting signatures to over turn this law on the June 2012 Ballot. The FAIR (Fair Accurate, Inclusive, Respectful) Education Act aka SB48 was signed into law in July 2011. It requires California schools to integrate factual information about social movements including people of color, people with disabilities and LGBT people into existing social studies programs. This historic move toward equality by Governor Brown and the California Legislature is now under attack. PIA-OC and a coalition of other Interfaith and Community Partners will be hosting a Town Hall meeting in your area soon. PLEASE attend ONE of our local Town Hall meetings to find out how you can support TRUTH in California education.
Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy., Irvine, CA 92604 (See also Sep 20 Fullerton, Sep 22 Santa Ana, Sep 24 Laguna Beach, Sep 29 Anaheim)

Sep 26 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Orange County Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

~~Sep 27~~ Tuesday 8:30am-4pm, Santa Ana: Support the UCI 19 Trial was pushed back to November 8

Sep 27 Tuesday 4-5:30pm, Brea/Garden Grove/Huntington Beach/Newport Beach/Orange/...: Save America's Postal Service saveamericaspostalservice.org
1800 E. Lambert Rd., Brea
12397 Lewis St., Garden Grove
101 Main St., Huntington Beach
John Campbell's Office, Corner of Newport Center Drive & Santa Rosa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1110 E. Chapman Ave, Orange

Sep 27 Tuesday 5:30, Santa Ana: Public Safety Committee Meeting - Impound Policy Update Santa Ana Police Department, 60 Civic Center Plaza, Community Room
We demand that the City of Santa Ana stops targeting unlicensed drivers. Safe drivers are denied the possibility of applying for licenses and are routinely stripped of their vehicles at traffic stops. We want to see the leadership in Santa Ana end these practices.

Sep 27 Tuesday 5:30-7pm, Garden Grove: Community Briefing: Disney Hotel Workers St. Anselm of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 13091 Galway St., Garden Grove 92844
Dear Friend, The relentless pursuit of corporate profits has devastated our economy and left working people trembling. We have come to expect this from many companies, but from Disney?
For three years we've fought Disney's major healthcare takeaways and attack on our full-time jobs. We've agreed to many concessions, including making big payments to our healthcare. But this summer, Disney showed its selfish rigidity. The company imposed on us its unaffordable healthcare and part-time jobs scheme without any agreement at the bargaining table.
We won't admit defeat. We won't walk away.
This fall, Disney will impose its healthcare plan. Many of us simply cannot afford it. If we cannot stop Disney, a "family" company with no financial excuse, from squeezing workers to death, whom can we stop?
Please join us.

Sep 27 Tuesday 6:30-8pm, San Clemente: Public Meeting: Lessons Learned from Fukushima Part One: The Nuclear Industry Point of View San Clemente Community Center, 100 N Calle Seville, San Clemente 92672.
If you are concerned about public safety and nuclear energy please come to San Clemente Community Center for this major event. We will discuss nuclear energy involving San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) with Southern California Edison and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Upcoming details will be available at: sanclementegreen.org (see also Part Two Oct 11)

Sep 27 Tuesday 7-9pm, Orange: Amnesty International Orange group 141 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/orange

Sep 27 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition presents: Carlos Montes, Chicano Rights, Anti War Activist Speaking on the FBI Witchhunts & First Amendment Rights
On May 17 at 5 in the morning the Chicano activist Carlos Montes got a wake-up call at his home in California from Barack Obama's security state. The Los Angeles County sheriff's SWAT team, armed with assault rifles and wearing bulletproof vests, as well as being accompanied by FBI agents, kicked down his door, burst into his house with their weapons drawn, handcuffed him in his pajamas and hauled him off to jail. Montes, one of tens of thousands of Americans who have experienced this terrifying form of military-style assault and arrest, was one of the organizers of the demonstrations outside the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn
Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805

Sep 27 Tuesday 7pm, Lake Forest: PDA Orange Co Chapter Meeting Join us for spirited discussion of local and regional politics, and proposed actions. At the home of Melissa, Michael, and Max Fox, please bring pot luck--light snack or sweets. pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-orange-county-chapter-meeting-504

Sep 27 Tuesday 7-10pm, Huntington Beach: Planning meeting for the new 72 AD group International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Ave
As we prepare for the new districts next year we are inviting you to come and participate. Even if you live outside the new boundaries please come perhaps other new AD groups will begin to form also.

Sep 28 Wednesday 7-9pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County at 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley. Visit dcwoc.org for maps and contact westocdems@yahoo.com for more information.
1) the Sierra Club OC Political Committee 2) the OC League of Conservation Voters will have a presentation discussing non-partisan endorsements of environmental candidates; includes what is the process, and what are the differences in how the two groups handle endorsements and candidate support. Also on the agenda are updates from the 3) Sierra Club Global Warming Committee on work to reduce Global Climate change from a local level.

Sep 29 Thursday 7:30am, Huntington Beach: OC-RAP is leafleting Marina HS this Thurs, Sept 29, 7:30 am, located at 15871 Springdale, Huntington Beach 92649, between McFadden and Edinger. Please leave me a msg at my home phone if you can join us. 949-581-5453. oc-rap.org

Sep 29 Thursday 7-9pm, Tustin: Documentary Film: "The Future of Food" REI, 2962 El Camino Real
Please join us for a free showing of The Future of Food and learn about the GMO labeling initiative!

Sep 29 Thursday 7:30-9pm, Anaheim: FAIR Ed Act Town Hall Meeting Concerned about Equality and Fair Education? Ant-equality forces have filed and are collecting signatures to over turn this law on the June 2012 Ballot. The FAIR (Fair Accurate, Inclusive, Respectful) Education Act aka SB48 was signed into law in July 2011. It requires California schools to integrate factual information about social movements including people of color, people with disabilities and LGBT people into existing social studies programs. This historic move toward equality by Governor Brown and the California Legislature is now under attack. PIA-OC and a coalition of other Interfaith and Community Partners will be hosting a Town Hall meeting in your area soon. PLEASE attend ONE of our local Town Hall meetings to find out how you can support TRUTH in California education.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805 (See also Sep 20 Fullerton, Sep 22 Santa Ana, Sep 24 Laguna Beach, Sep 26 Irvine)

Sep 30 Friday 7-9pm Claremont: "Corporations in the American Electoral Process: The Citizens United U.S. Supreme Court Decision" featuring Bob Edgar, President and CEO of Common Cause, former Congressman and former president of the Claremont School of Theology, Erwin Chemerinski, Founding Dean & Distinguished Professor of Law at U.C. Irvine School of Law, Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Fellow at Heritage Foundation's Center for Legal & Judicial Studies, Charles Doskow, Dean Emeritus & Professor of Law at LaVerne University School of Law. Location: Albrecht Auditorium (Bldg 22) at Claremont Graduate University, 150 E. 10th St., Claremont CA 91711. Event is free and open to the public; reception will follow. Please RSVP at http://www.commoncause .org/CA/Claremont. From 3pm to 4pm earlier on Friday, Edgar will host an informal meet-and-greet at the Doms Lounge, Smith Campus Center, Pomona Campus. RSVP at http://www.commoncause.org/CA/Claremont.

Oct 1 Saturday 7am-10pm, San Clemente/San Juan Capistrano/Newport Beach/Huntington Beach/Seal Beach/Long Beach: Ancestor Walk, 15th Annual Pilgrimage of the Tongva & Acjachemen People California Bear Dancers, and musicians Gary Lemos & Sara Thompson and Robert Leon. 7:30am Panhe/San Clemente, 8:30am Putiidhem/San Juan Capistrano, 10am Kenyangna/Newport Back Bay, noon & 1:30pm Bolsa Chica/Huntington Beach, 3:30pm Motuucheyngna/Seal Beach, 4:30pm Puvungna/CSU Long Beach.
Carpooling is encouraged and potluck dishes appreciated. CONTACT: Jimi Castillo, (951) 675-3344 or Rhonda Robles, ancestorwalk@gmail.com

Oct 1 Saturday 8am, Irvine: 5th Annual Walk For Unity in collaboration with City of Irvine Global Village Festival. The Walk will be held at the Irvine Bill Barber Park as the pre-event for the festival. The Walk for Unity is organized by Humanity Unites, a grassroots organization of community leaders committed to engaging the community through education and understanding of shared values through humanitarian and transnational projects.
This year we are asking attendees to wear shirts representing their cultural backgrounds so please do so if you wish. We are delighted to have you join us in celebrating the great diverse background of the members of our community and learn about one another.
The Walk will be held at Bill Barber Park located at 4 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine (next to Irvine City Hall grounds). Registration begins at 8 A.M. and we will start the walk shortly after. We are pleased to offer the Walk for free this year with an optional contribution level of $20 or more if you choose to help recover our costs. Please RSVP to Sunny.Zia1@gmail.com or contact 949-933-0343.

Oct 1 Saturday 10am-1pm, San Clemente: Coalition Against Nukes No Nuke Rally 2011 S. El Camino Real, 100 bk of San Dimas over the crosswalk.
SHUTDOWN CA's NUKES NOW. San Onofre Nuclear Waste Generating Station on three fault lines and in a Tsunami Zone SAFETY FOR PEOPLE BEFORE PROFIT! Keep Californians Safe from Nuclear Disaster and put us to work on the world's future Green Economy. Renewable Energy Now Residents Organized For a Safe Environment (ROSE) 949-233-7724 www.sanonofre.com

Oct 1 Saturday 10am-6pm, Irvine: Irvine Global Village Festival Col. Bill Barber Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 IrvineFestival.org

Oct 1-... Saturday 10am..., Los Angeles: Occupy LA in solidarity with Occupy Wall St. (A Peacefull Occupation)
Starting at 10am in Pershing Square, marching to City Hall. Join Us - Bring a sleeping bag, food, supplies, friends! occupylosangeles.org

Oct 2 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home", keeps rolling along as we've passed 6,000 official casualties in the current Asian conflicts. Arlington West Huntington Beach will be setup again this Sunday. Please come help or at least visit.
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 5:00PM to help take it down.
Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. We are back to our regular schedule for breakdown, so should start breakdown about 5:00PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 6:00.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you of course are welcome without replying first.

Oct 2 Sunday 10am, Mission Viejo: Richard Matthew, Ph.D., Professor at School of Social Ecology at UCI: "From Crisis to Sustainability: Environment, Conflict and Peace Building" at Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 25801 Obrero, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-3141 tapestryuu.org Professor Matthew's speech is the kick-off for Tapestry UU Social Action Committee's progressive work for 2011-2012 and beyond. Social Action is intertwined with our Unitarian Universalist principles. We help others in need through volunteering and donations and we strive to make a more just system through our advocacy work. We welcome the public to join us for this exciting speaker and the Q&A to follow. It is free. Please join us after the 1 hour service for refreshments and conversation. Contact: Betsy Martin, BMartin125@comline.com, 949-581-5453

Oct 2 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Longtime activist and retired teacher Suzanne Darweesh will speak about Women of Wisdom,
a project that pairs volunteers with female prison inmates for discussions about life behind bars. She became interested in women in prison issues in 2005, and began visiting the California Institute for Women in Chino Hills on a regular basis to speak to inmates about how their conditions differ from those of male prisoners as well as the general conditions of the institution. She will also speak about Get on the Bus, a program that transports children to visit parents in prisons.
Green Party of Orange County meets at the Irvine Ranch Water District: 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Oct 4 Tuesday 9:30am, Newport Beach: MoveOn: Jobs Not Cuts: Week of Action Event a group of Wall Street bankers are meeting in secret at the exclusive Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach to continue their assault on us; Our brothers and sisters in the labor movement, SEIU 721, are organizing an urgent action protest outside the meeting. THIS IS OUR MOMENT! We can stand in solidarity with organized labor, and join our voices as the American middle class. Please register on the MoveOn page here: moveon.org/event/events/hosts/index.html?event_id=121887

Oct 4 Tuesday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village: Tom Emmet Hayden "Democracy versus Empire" A leading opponent of the wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, Tom will speak on Democracy versus Empire, focusing on current international and domestic issues, offering predictions for the future. There will be a Q&A session, after which he will be available to autograph his book(s) which will be for sale.
Clubhouse 5 Questions? Contact Margaret: 768-1649 margaretpearlma@yahoo.com

Oct 4 Tuesday 4-6pm, Irvine: Post 9/11: Science, Policy, and Law Beckman Center Of The National Academies Of Sciences And Engineering, 100 Academy, Irvine
This event is open to the public and free of charge, but reservations are encouraged due to seating limitations. Please RSVP by contacting the Newkirk Center at newkirk@uci.edu or by calling (949) 824-3119

Oct 4 Tuesday 6:30pm, Garden Grove: Campaign for a Healthy CA (CHC) Orange Co Meeting 9472 Central Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92844
And I suggest we all bring a light snack item to share if possible. Suggested Topics: 1. Organizing for our Oct 19 event 2. Ongoing local outreach efforts 3. Updates on state and national efforts 4. Other Thanks

Oct 4 Tuesday 6:30-9pm, Costa Mesa: Support Palestine! Boycott the Jerusalem String Quartet 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
The US Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel is calling for boycotts and protests of the Jerusalem String Quartet at all of its performance locations during its North American tour, in accordance with the Palestinian civil society call for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) and the call for the boycott of Israeli academic and cultural institutions issued by the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel.
To cosponsor this event call 714-362-7676 or email jsqboycott@gmail.com For more info go here israeldivestmentcampaign.org or here usacbi.org/2011/09/quartet-fiddles-while-palestine-burns-boycott-the-jerusalem-string-quartet

Oct 4 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting After some discussions with community members, we would like to follow up on the potential of an immigration summit where we would bring together various groups that fight for the well being of immigrant communities. This forum would continue the dialogue of the critical issues affecting our community from drivers licenses, Dream Act, education, etc. but from a local perspective. In other words, what we in OC could do at a local level to improve these conditions
Conference Room of Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com 714-872-0352

Oct 5 Wednesday 6-8:30pm, Laguna Beach: Warren Brush: Global & Local Permaculture Just returning from Jordan where he co-taught at the International Permaculture Convergence with Bill Molison, Geoff & Nadia Lawton, and Brad Lancaster, Warren comes with inspiring stories and practical skills we can use to create a resilient, regenerative community deeply connected with nature.
Save the date! Location to be announced soon. Price: $15 per person OR bring two paying friends and you get in for free! or you can split the difference so each of you pay $10. For inquiries, contact Jodi@earthrootsfieldschool.org

Oct 5 Wednesday 7:15 pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-OC Monthly Meeting, featuring Dr, Bill Honigman and Health Care in California Dr. Bill will focus on the benefits of The Universal Health Care Act (SB810) and discuss opponents' talking points. Social time starts at 6:30pm, meeting at 7:15pm. Admission is free. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa CA (http:metropointe.com). Menu is diverse; ordering food or beverage is optional. For more information, email Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Oct 5&12 Wednesday 7-9pm, Garden Grove: awakening the dreamer/changing the dream symposium Through dynamic group interactions, leading edge information & inspiring multimedia, explore the current state of our planet from a new perspective & connect with a powerful global movement to reclaim our future. awakeningthedreamer.org pachamama.org
Islamic Society of Orange County 9752 13th St., Garden Grove, CA $20 Love Offering - no one turned away for lack of funds Co-Sponsored by The Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment OCICE.org for inquiries & details call Terri at 562-688-1148 or email terripotts@verizon.net

Oct 6 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Free Movie Night: Sundance Documentary Winner "Fuel" St. Mathias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier 90602. Change your fuel, change the world. Director Josh Tickell takes us along for his 11-year journey around the world to find solutions to America's addiction to oil. "Fuel" shows us the way out of the mess we're in by explaining how to replace every drop of oil we now use, while creating green jobs and keeping our money here at home. The film does not dwell on the negative but shows easy solutions already within our reach. Sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. More info: 562-587-6270 or 562-233-8579. To learn more about the film: thefuelfilm.com

Oct 6-10 Thursday 12pm-Monday, Garden Grove: Traveling Vietnam Wall Memorial Garden Grove Park, 9301 Westminster Ave, Garden Grove 92844.
The Moving Wall, the original traveling half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Washington, DC, will be in Garden Grove for 5 days in Oct. After the opening at noon Thurs., the wall will be available to the public 24 hours a day for the remainder of the event. For information on volunteering, donations, and a schedule of events, call: 714-741-5187 or email: themovingwallgg@garden-grove.org. For more: ci.garden-grove.ca.us or vietnam.garden-grove.org

Oct 7 Friday 9am-noon, Los Angeles: Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace CALL TO ACTION: Stop the Wars! Fund Jobs! Friday, October 7th marks the 10th Anniversary of the invasion of Afghanistan, now the longest war in U.S. history. Come join the rally to say NO! to these horrors and demand withdrawal of all troops and private contractors from Iraq and Afghanistan by the end of 2011.
9 AM: Interfaith Prayer Service at La Placita
9:45 AM: March to LA Downtown Federal Building, Temple and Los Angeles
10:30 AM: Mass Rally and Civil Disobedience
For more information on the rally and find out about Civil Disobedience training visit: icujp.org/October7 Email: contact october7@icujp.org

Oct 7 Fridays 5-7pm, Costa Mesa: 10th year antiwar protest anniversary This will be our tenth year anniversary of continuous Orange County, Friday afternoon/evening antiwar protests against war, racism, empire and occupation.
Corner of Bristol & Anton, Costa Mesa, (in front of Scott's Sea Food) contact (714) 956-5037 (See Weekly: Fridays)

Oct 7 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "While Women Weep" http://whilewomenweep.com/
War. Famine. Disease. Poverty. These are words often linked to the ongoing crises in Nairobi, Kenya. Women are often at the heart of these issues solely because of their gender. Violence, rape, and abandonment have been used as weapons against women who are barely surviving. However, despite such political unrest, social turmoil, skewed sexism and relentless poverty, there are countless enthralling stories of success, hope, strength and victory.
St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Oct 7 Friday 7pm, Anaheim: Marriage Equality Human Right To Water Immigration, A Moral Issue Come hear Lindi Ramsden, Executive Director of the Unitarian Universalist Legislative Ministry speak on these topics; near and dear to the hearts of all Progressives. You will come out better educated on the issues become more empowered to take action and discover others you can work with on these issues
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805 Contact: Ruth Shapin 714 567-0188

Oct 8 Saturday 9am-3pm, Irvine: UCI Events Mark Debut of "Women, War & Peace" PBS Series Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Dr, Irvine 92612.
Among events marking the Southern CA debut of the 5-part PBS series "Women, War & Peace" will be this "Day of Service". The "Day of Service" is aimed at youth ages 11-24 and will include a morning of conference sessions about women around the world who have been activists for democracy and peace, as well as sessions for learning how to use media tools to share stories. At 1pm, there will be a screening of Abigail Disney's documentary "Pray the Devil Back to Hell". More info: today.uci.edu/news/2011/09/ma_wwp_110921.php

Oct 8 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Oct 8 Saturday 10am-12:30pm, Irvine: The Africa Project Training & Orientation Irvine High School, Room HLG
we will: * Review The Africa Project's Mission, Principles and Priorities (updated June 2011) * Establish Guidelines for Ethical Board/Youth Board/Young Professionals Board Members * Review the Board's 2011/12 Goals * Establish Standing Committees * Establish Calendar of Meetings, Activities & Events theafricaproject.com

Oct 8 Saturday 11:30-12:30, Irvine: Interfaith Peace Ministry of OC: "Interfaith Reflection of Ten Years After 9-11" at Orange County Friends Meeting House, 2091 Business Center Dr. Ste. 100, Irvine, CA 92612 ipmoc.org

Oct 8 Saturday noon, Orange: Occupy Orange County In support of Occupy Wall Street at ORANGE PLAZA (Circle) x of Chapman & Glassell
The mini marches are to create awareness all over Orange County and get people to attend the BIG OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY CA in IRVINE on Oct 15th

Oct 8/9 Saturday/Sunday noon-4pm, Huntington Beach: Occupy Orange County Huntington Beach Pier
The mini marches are to create awareness all over Orange County and get people to attend the BIG OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY CA in IRVINE on Oct 15th and Santa Ana on Oct 22

Oct 8 Saturday 1pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County Now Organizing
Yogurtland, 14775 Jeffrey Rd, Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/occupytogether/Irvine-CA/381712

Oct 8 Saturday 1pm, Costa Mesa: Non-religious Yom Kippur Observance with the Pacific Community of Cultural Jews. Held at the Unitarian Church, 1259 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa. There is a charge for Non-Members. rsvp to PacifComm@aol.com Read about us at www.pccjews.org

Oct 8 Saturday 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy Monthly Meeting. We will try to understand how we got into this financial mess by watching the Adam Curtis documentary (Part 1): All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace Curtis's theory is that it all started with Ayn Rand and her group called The Collective. We will see why some politicians are totally terrified by the size of our current national debt. Admission is free, all are welcome. Location: Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. , Irvine , CA . Park behind the building, enter the north door. ReclaimDemocracyOC@yahoo.com

Oct 9 Sunday 9am/11am/2pm, Irvine: "When The Bush Stops Burning:Courage to Act for Justice" Learn how religion and economics impact inequality. Engage with prophetic voices and hopeful perspectives. Connect with others concerned about social justice issues. And find courage to act.
12:30pm/2pm EMPIRE & RESISTANCE: Reshaping Desire From the Bottom Up Dr Joerg Rieger A luncheon will be served at 12:30PM at a charge of $10 per person (advance reservations are required.) The lecture is free-of-charge, and it takes place in the sanctuary at 2:00PM. for more detailed information click here.
Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine 92604 couragetoact.wordpress.com

Oct 9 Sunday 12:30-6pm, Orange: UN Film Festival: Women's Issues Around the World The Folino Theatre, Chapman University, 283 N. Cypress St., Orange 92866
Six compelling films from Senegal, Congo, Nepal, Ghana, Liberia, and Kazakhstan have been selected for this 2nd annual human rights film festival, organized by the OC chapter of the United Nations Association. Doors will open at 12:15. Free parking is available in the lot behind the film school building and on adjacent streets. Proceeds from the event will help fund UNA-OC work in 2012. $15 for 1 adult, $25 for 2 adults, $10 per each additional adult and for seniors and students. For more information or to pre-purchase tickets: una-oc.org

Oct 9 Sunday 1-3pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting & Potluck http://pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/122029
With the Wall Street Occupation getting so much attention this week, we have an unbelievable opportunity next week. As big a story as the Wall Street Occupation is this week, the media might very well have moved on by next week. But not if we have public facing actions in every neighborhood, town, and city all over the country. Then the story about rage on Wall Street suddenly becomes a story about rage everywhere, the need for Jobs Not Cuts everywhere, the need to Make Them Pay everywhere. Our movement could take a great leap forward and explode into the consciousness of the country. These opportunities don't come around all that often. We launched this movement because we saw the power of what was happening in Wisconsin and we pushed ourselves and we joined our strength to theirs. This is another such moment, but only if we seize it.

Oct 9 Sunday 2-5pm, Fountain Valley: Annie Mae Tripp Southwest Community Center 40th Anniversary Harvest Banquet Come celebrate our 40th anniversary of service. 40 years of caring, sharing and giving made possible by volunteers and supporters like you! Enjoy a delicious meal, hear first hand accounts of the Center's humble beginnings, help celebrate our dedicated volunteers, win one of the many gift drawings and be inspired by beautiful music from Voices of Second Baptist Church! 40.00 per person-due by Sept 22nd, For payment details & more info: email Sally Jo; sallyjoclark@yahoo.com (please reference SWCC Harvest Banquet on the subject line)

Oct 9 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/33230552

Oct 9 Sunday 5:30pm, Garden Grove: PCU Conscientious Projector film: "God and Allah Need to Talk" St. Anselm's Episcopal Church 3091 Galway St., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Following the devastating events of 9/11, filmmaker Ruth Broyde-Sharone sawan urgent need to document the efforts of courageous Muslims, Jews, and Christians in Los Angeles who are determined to bring healing to a fragmented nation. The film illustrates how interfaith dialogue, community outreach, and even dinner conversation can be harnessed to dissolve fear and suspicion and, ultimately, to create a path towards true reconciliation. God/Allah is always talking to us, but are we talking to one another?

Oct 9 Sunday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: Killing in the Name Productions presents... Killing in the Name of Cannabis - Comedy show benefit for NORML Malone's Bar and Grill, 604 East Dyer Road, Santa Ana, CA
Do you want to end the war on drugs? Are you tired of good people going to jail because of prohibition? Do you commit civil disobedience so much that your friends call you Dr. Martin Luther Kush? Well, put down that bong and get ready to make a difference!
This is a comedy show benefit for OC NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws). A donation at the door gets you entrance to a hilarious stand-up comedy show. The headliner is pro-cannabis comedian Jimmy Dore!
There will be a raffle at the end of the night with amazing prizes, including mystery patient gifts. Tickets are $1 each, or 6 tickets for $5. Show is 21+. Door opens at 6:30. Show starts at 7 PM.

Oct 10 Monday 10am-5pm, Anaheim: Occupy Orange County Anaheim City Hall.
The march will start off on Harbor and Katella. We will march collectively down Harbor until we reach City Hall. The mini marches are to create awareness all over Orange County and get people to attend the BIG OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY CA in IRVINE on Oct 15th and Santa Ana on Oct 22

Oct 10 Monday noon-1pm, Anaheim: OC Labor Federation is Protesting Banks The Orange County Labor Federation and UFCW 324 are having an action against Chase and against Bank of America at 101 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Here's the PDF for the protest: xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/14810162/347763677/name/Action%20Against%20Chase%20and%20Bank%20of%20America.pdf

Oct 10 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting Our Purpose: Creating/Continuing/Establishing a formal Network/Concilio in order to provide resources Engage the immigrant community and lawmakers Workshops will include a discussion at the end about next steps (be it the formation of a working group, a list of people able to do KYR presentations in communities, or a policy agenda)
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Email Mari Lopez at marilopez@ufcw324 if you are interested in tabling

Oct 10 Monday 6:30-9pm, Tustin: OC Equality Coalition To Honor Award Recipients At private home in N Tustin, address given upon RSVP. Please join the OCEC for an evening honoring our distinguished award recipients for their work toward LGBTQ equality. Award recipients include Steven Cohen, lawyer of the year, who was a key figure in the passage of NY's Marriage Equality Act; The Center Orange County; Progressive Interfaith Alliance; Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP; and Andreas Meyer. The event will include hors d'oeurves, fine wine, and premiere auction items. Tickets are $85, $70 for OCEC members. RSVP by Oct 1 to ocequality.org

Oct 10 Monday 7:30pm, Pasadena: The Caltech Y Social Activism Speaker Series present: a talk with Andy Bichlbaum of THE YES MEN
FREE, no tickets required Beckman Institute Auditorium Caltech Campus Pasadena, Ca 91125 ** Reception with the speaker after the event **
THE YES MEN are a pair of notorious troublemakers who sneak into corporate events disguised as captains of industry, then use their momentary authority to expose the biggest criminals on the planet. For more information please visit http://sass.caltech.edu/

Oct 11 Tuesday 9am-12:30pm, Fullerton: Occupy Orange County Please join with Occupy Fullerton on Tue, October 11th from 9:00 AM till 12:30 PM at Pomona and Chapman to stand with the 99% who will no longer tolerate the greed and corruption of the 1%. This event is to create awareness for the Big OCCUPY ORANGE ORANGE COUNTY CA on OCTOBER 15TH at IRVINE'S FINANCIAL DISTRICT. Let's stand in solidarity with Occupy Wall Street. We will truly occupy the OC in Irvine!!!

Oct 11 Tuesday noon-1:30pm, Irvine: Speak Out: In Solidarity with Irvine 11 and Student Activism at UC Irvine Flagpoles
Everyone, including community members and students from other campuses are urged to join us on the UCI Campus. Wear Red In Solidarity WE REFUSE TO SEE STUDENT ACTIVISM SILENCED ON OUR CAMPUS Speakers Include Members of the Irvine 11 Jewish Voice for Peace Student Speakers more to come..

Oct 11 Tuesday 4pm, Irvine: Irvine Animals Need Your Support! City Council Chambers, Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine 92606.
The Irvine City Council is considering an ordinance to ban the sale of dogs and cats in pets stores, exotic animal acts, and rodeos. This issue is scheduled for a public hearing Oct. 11. Bring family and friends. Wear something red. More info: cityofirvine.org/cityhall/cs/animalcare/proposed_animal_welfare_ordinances.asp

Oct 11 Tuesday 6pm, Irvine: 17th Annual Harry S. Truman Dinner with special keynote speaker: Gov. Jerry Brown 6 pm VIP Reception * 7 pm Dinner * Irvine Airport Hilton - 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine CA Awardees: * Harry S Truman Award: Mayor Sukhee Kang * Samuel Gompers Award: Glen Nolte * Richard J O'Niell Award Lifetime Achievement Award: Paul Goldenberg Special Performance by the Irvine Youth Orchestra RSVP secure.actblue.com/page/truman2011 Questions? Please email Melahat@ProgressiveConsultant.net or call (949) 350-7733

Oct 11 Tuesday 6:30-8pm, San Clemente: Public Meeting: Lessons Learned from Fukushima Part Two: Presentations from Independent Experts about the Safety of the San Onofre nuclear power plant San Clemente Community Center, 100 N Calle Seville, San Clemente 92672.
If you are concerned about public safety and nuclear energy please come to San Clemente Community Center for this major event. We will discuss nuclear energy involving San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) with Southern California Edison and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Upcoming details will be available at: sanclementegreen.org (see also Part One Sept 27)

Oct 11 Tuesday 6:30-8pm, Costa Mesa: Join the Conversation and Learn About Genetically Modified Foods Mother's Market, 1890 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa 92627. Join Megan Westgate, Executive Director of the Non-GMO Project for an informative conversation about GMOs, which crops and foods are affected, and why so many people are concerned. She will also talk about the Non-GMO Project and how you can be part of the effort to protect our food supply and defend consumer choice. Reservations are a must. Call 800-595-6667.

Oct 11 Tuesday 7pm, Orange: Occupy Orange County CA Meet and Greet Potluck Finally, our first face to face for all the volunteers to get to meet one another. GOAL: Everyone to meet. Committees to be able to meet the Committee Facilitators...update everyone in their respective committees and form plan of actions. Email me at: OccupyOrangeCounty@yahoo.com D'Marie, Logistics Team Facilitator OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY CA

Oct 12 Wednesday 10am-1pm/2pm-3pm, San Juan Capistrano: 10th Annual Columbus Day Protest Mourn the genocide of our ancestors! 10am to 1pm at the San Juan Capistrano Mission 26801 Ortega Hwy 2pm-3pm at Puthidem, cemetery occupied by the J. Serra High School
Members of all Indigenous Nations of the Western Hemisphere along with any other supporters are invited to demonstrate against the genocidal practices of Christopher Columbus against the backdrop of a symbol of local Ajachamen/Juaño genocide - The San Juan Mission. Father Juníero Serra forced members of surrounding villages to build the mission as well as live there. We are asking that Columbus Day be officially abolished by the United States Government. We are also asking the Catholic Church to issue a statement apologizing for the genocide of Father Serra and confirming that he will never in the future be canonized. For more info/Comuníuese con: Naui (714)248-3821, colectivo-tonantzin.org.

Oct 12 Wednesday 3-7pm, Laguna Beach: Occupy Laguna Beach Main Beach - 101 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
These small meetups help to promote the larger events. It is great to just meet people at the events. This will normally be weekly for about 4 hours from 3pm - 7pm It seems to me that different people have different issues or reasons for being part of the movement. differences are good. Our small mini events help people talk and this is where change starts, when people can talk to each other. Keep in my mind this is all about the people and change. If you can make a sign to bring. meetup.com/Occupy-Laguna/events/36930222

Oct 12 5-7pm, Irvine: Mecha de UCI Open House in The Ring Room in the Cross Cultural Center across from Aldrich Hall
We will have 2 guest speakers: Denise Velez from the Cross Cultural Center will be discussing the history of the Cross Cultural Center, and the Chicano/Latino Studies department chair, Professor Fernandez will be talking about the Chicano/Latino Studies major.

Oct 12 (2^nd Wednesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Final OC CODEPINK Monthly Vigil After 7 years, our Code Pink OC Chapter has decided that the time has come to suspend its monthly peace vigils. And we are letting all our friends and supporters know that we will be holding our last regularly-scheduled vigil on Wednesday Oct. 12th at our usual time between 5:30-7:00 pm at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange.
Three of us first began an Orange County Code Pink weekly protest against the war in Iraq at the Circle on Sept, 29, 2004. With the help and support of so many of you who subsequently joined us, we were able to keep up a strenuous schedule of weekly vigils for over 4 years! When Barak Obama was elected in 2008, we decreased our vigils to twice monthly because we had HOPE that he would bring our troops home right away. Sadly, he has not done this, and in fact, he has even dramatically increased troop levels in Afghanistan. At the same time, an angry group of FREEPERS began their weekly counter-protest against us. Nonetheless, we stayed on, decreasing our vigils to once per month at the beginning of this year 2011.
I have checked back and have determined that we have held a total of 266 vigils for peace since we first started!!!
But we want you to know that Code Pink OC is definitely NOT disappearing!!! We will remain an active member of the Orange County Peace Coalition, and we plan to participate in future OCPC peace actions and protest events. We will especially continue to support the efforts of our friends from Military Families Speak Out, OC Veterans for Peace, and Senior Patriots Against War. We will also continue to be a part of national Code Pink, and we will participate in some of their peace actions whenever future situations arise that necessitate a local OC Chapter visibility. And we plan to continue our annual Mother's Day's peace vigil.
So for our last time at the Circle, we are planning a very special candle-light vigil on Oct. 12th, and we invite each and every single one of you who has ever stood with us at the Circle to come out one last time and support our peace efforts. And we would love to see all of you once again too!

Oct 12 Wednesday 6pm, Orange: Coalition of Immokalee Workers public lecture to Explain Campaign Against Trader Joe's I.B.E.W. Hall (309 N. Rampart St., Suite M Orange). Local supporters housing the CIW for the week is the Orange County Labor Federation, UFCW Local 324, El Centro Cultural de México, CLUE Orange County, Los Amigos de Orange County, and the Orange County Interfaith Committee to Aid Farmworkers.

Oct 12 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "What Is Single Payer?" socdc.org
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.
Dr. Bill Honigman, a practicing ER physician in OC for 25 years, has been an activist in the continuing effect of health care reform. Dr. Bill Will present a Power point presentation, with Q & A at the end. Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net

Oct 12 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club with Don Drozd, General Counsel, OC Employees Assn. Topic: Labor conflicts in the City of Costa Mesa.
Drozd will share the latest news on the ongoing struggles of union labor vs. budget cuts and outsourcing which led to the death of a Costa Mesa City employee. Meeting includes club business, legislative action, raffle and refreshments. Members free; guests $2. For more information call Sue Dearing at 855-6965. Voter registration prior to each meeting at 6:30pm. Please bring nonperishable food items for South County Outreach. Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2

Oct 13 Thursday 6-8pm, Santa Ana: Educational Rally to Support the defense and implementation of the FAIR Education Act led by Dolores Huerta, co-founder of United Farm Workers of America, and Exec. Dir. of Equality California. The Orange County Lavender Bar Association and other groups are supporting the event and the defense and implementation of the Fair Education act. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres/cash bar. Learn more about SB48 at faireducationaction.com. Original Mike's restaurant, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana. RSVP to info@oclba.org.

Oct 13 Thursday 7pm, Irvine: Geena Davis, Abigail Disney, Roxanne Varzi Panel Discussion for "Women, War & Peace" Pacific Ballroom, UCI Student Center (Bldg 113), Irvine 92697-2050.
A panel discussion among Academy Award winner Geena Davis, documentary filmmaker Abigail Disney, and UCI anthropology professor Roxanne Varzi will be among events marking the SoCal debut of "Women, War & Peace", a bold, 5-part PBS television series. Events are co-sponsored by PBS SoCal, the Center for Living Peace, and UC Irvine as part of the ongoing Living Peace Series. More info: today.uci.edu/news/2011/09/ma_wwp_110921.php

Oct 13 Thursday 7-10:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy OCYD Bistro 400, 400 West 4th Street
Please join Orange County Young Democrats for our October meeting this Thursday, 7:00 pm at Bistro 400 in Santa Ana. We will be discussing many important issues at this meeting including our upcoming Lake Tahoe Training and the Occupy OC movement.
Our guest speaker this month will be Westminster School Board Trustee Sergio Contreras. As a Westminster School Board Trustee since 2004, Sergio Contreras has expanded after school programs to keep kids off the streets and provided extended-day learning opportunities to help students with English and math. He has also increased access to computers and music & arts programs district-wide.

Oct 13 Thursday 7:30-10:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) General Assembly Meeting at Flower Street Park 1st & Flower, which is a couple blocks away from the Ronald Reagan Federal Building and United States Courthouse to discuss the progress that has been made so far and the logistics of what will take place on October 22nd. Everyone is welcome to attend

Oct 13 Thursday 7:30pm, Orange: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) Volunteer Meeting All Volunteers and Committee Facilitators are welcome to come together to update one another and share final directives to accomplish before Saturday, October 15th.
Please eat dinner before hand, as we will go right into the meeting with updates. We will have light refreshments, so if you wish to contribute to the refreshments it will be appreciated.
PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN ORANGE, CA 92869. If you do not know the location, please email OccupyOrangeCounty@yahoo.com. (or check Team Lab Events) QUESTIONS: D'Marie at 949.429.9877

Oct 14 Friday 3-6:30pm, Irvine: Day Before OCCUPATION Pep Rally This event is right before the big occupation on the 15th. This event is NOT the occupation, but a pep rally to garner support and awareness for the next day's big Irvine occupation on the 15th.
We will meet at SAN MARCO PARK in Irvine. Start arriving at the park at 3:00PM. At 3:15, we will start to make our way to Main/Von Karman street. As one big group, we will walk down HARVARD AVE., make a right onto MAIN STREET and keep going until we hit VON KARMAN AVENUE. That's where we will stay and protest until 6:30PM. This is where the financial district is located.
Parking will be available at San Marco Park and across the street at San Carlo Park. Bring your own signs (!) and some good walking shoes. We will be walking a lot. Remember, this is all to get people excited about the next day, which is the big Irvine occupation.

Oct 14 Friday 5:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana Hello everyone, I know there has been a lot of confusion and chaos as to the Occupy movement happening in Orange County and more specifically about the Occupy Orange County event starting this October 22nd at the Ronald Regan Federal Building in Santa Ana. http://facebook.com/event.php?eid=123368134435863 Therefore we will be having a meeting on Friday October 14th at 5:30 pm at
402 S. Broadway St. Santa Ana Ca. 92701 on the corner of broadway and Chestnut.
to have an open discussion about what has been going on for the last couple of weeks, to hopefully clarify some of those confusions and decide on next steps. This meeting is not associated with any of the groups that are organizing these events but is more a call out to all local organizers and community that have felt excluded and misrepresented or that wants to get involved in this movement that is happening world wide.

Oct 14 Friday 7-9pm, Irvine: Healthcare NOT Warfare benefit featuring Jim Hightower, John Nichols, and Mimi Kennedy pdamerica.org/events/view/reserve-a-night-of-conversation-and-community

Oct 14 Friday 7-9:30pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Café Night Presents: The Queen and I a documentary about Nahid Persson Sarvestani, an Iranian exile, set out to make a documentary about Empress Farah Pahlavi, the wife of the Shah of Iran, she expected to encounter her opposite. As a child, Persson Sarvestani had lived in dire poverty, watching Pahlavi's royal wedding as if it were a fairy tale. She joined the Communist faction of Khomeini's revolution that deposed the Shah when she was a teenager, sending him and his family volleying from country to country. When Khomeini betrayed his promise for democracy, imposing even more violent measures, Persson Sarvestani was forced to flee as well. 30 years later, she needs key questions answered and goes directly to the source. Surprisingly, Empress Farah welcomes her as a fellow refugee from their beloved homeland, granting unprecedented access. Over the next year and a half, Persson Sarvestani enters the Queen's world, planning to challenge the Shah's ideology; instead, she must rethink her own.
enter for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Dr, Irvine 92612. http://goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-caf-night-presents-queen-and-i-2011-10-14

Oct 15 Saturday 8-9:30am, Irvine: Symposium "Whither Guantanamo" chaired by Michael Haas
panelists David Brennan, U of San Diego School of Law David Frakt, Barry University School of Law Stephen Abraham, lawyer Abraham and Frakt are former Guantanamo military attorneys who quit in disgust.
Irvine Hilton Hotel Room Salon E, 18800 MacArthur Boulevard, Irvine, CA 92612 Contact: allenwoodgroup@aol.com

Oct 15 Saturday 9-10:30am, Irvine: UCI Contingent walk to Occupy Orange County (Irvine) Join other UC Irvine students for a walk to the protest against corporate control and exploitation of the 99%!
Students are meeting at the corner of Culver and Campus this Saturday, the 15th, at 9am to walk to Occupy Orange County. Bring a sign, if you can, and there will be cardboard and supplies to make signs as well. See you there!

Oct 15 Saturday 9am-9pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) in solidarity with Occupy Wall Street Starts at 1 Civic Center Plaza in Irvine with a march to Irvine's Financial District and an overnight occupation at Irvine's Civic Center Plaza occupyocirvine.com

Oct 15 Saturday 10am-noon, Long Beach: 10th Annual Walk For Hope El Dorado Park, 7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA Parking: $7 charged by El Dorado Park.
- 2 miles - Hand-made Quotes - Inspiring Activities - Home-made Lunch - Outdoor Concert
People always ask us what the purpose of the event is and despite it having been in existence for 10 years now, we still don't have a good answer. The goal isn't to raise funds, in fact there is no registration fee. At best, it is our attempt to pour a little love back into our community. The quotes along the route, the activities, the music, even the lunch, are all prepared by volunteers to remind us of what is most important in life. The Walk for Hope is our gift to you. bethecause.org

Oct 15 Saturday 11am-4pm, Orange: ¡Join the Janitors! On behalf of the members of Local 1877, Justice for Janitors in Orange County would like to invite you to participate to our fundraising event in support of 200 workers who have been laid-off
Hart Park 701 S Glassell st Orange CA, 92866, Cross Streets are Glassell and 22 freeway
We will be having typical food from Mexico, raffle (Nintendo Wii, Bicycle, and microwave) Games for adults and kids Donations are welcome
For more information contact Marisol Rivera Cell 714-448-5378 Or email at marisol.rivera@seiu-usww.org Silvia.hernandez@seiu-usww.org

Oct 15 Saturday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: Occupy Laguna Beach Main Beach Park, 101 S Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
There will be Peace Vigil people and Ron Paul people. Pay them no never mind. They are harmless and do not bite. meetup.com/ComeOccupyLagunaBeach/events/36672052

Oct 15 Saturday 11am-2pm, Long Beach: Occupy Long Beach Please join us this Saturday as we begin the occupation of Lincoln Park in downtown Long Beach, a stone's throw away from City Hall and the corridors of finance. We will protest the blatant economic injustice perpetrated by the 1% of the world who own (stole) the majority of the world's wealth and resources. We will also protest the environmental injustices caused by the same 1%. For our dignity and very survival, we must make change NOW!!
11:00 a.m. Rally 12:00 noon March 1:30 p.m. Open Mic (bring poetry, guitars, drums)
Where: Lincoln Park, on Pacific Ave. and Broadway Ave (by the main branch of the Long Beach Public Library) Why: To Change The World Before It's Too Late

Oct 15 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC "Flicks for Thought" The Lord Is Not On Trial Here Today Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue, Irvine, CA 92618-3102
This is the story of how the separation of church and state in public schools began in America, with the landmark First Amendment case 'McCollum vs. Board of Education.' Following the screening, AU Board Member Rich Gillock will facilitate a discussion.

Oct 16 Sunday 10am-3pm: Open Mosque Day shuracouncil.org

Oct 16 Sunday noon, Fountain Valley: 7th Annual No Tap Tournament To Benefit AIDS Services in OC Fountain Bowl, 17110 S Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
Join us for a day of fun and laughter, with proceeds to benefit the AIDS Services Foundation, Orange County. We will have trophies, cash prizes, door prizes, raffles, and drink specials. Recreational and beginner bowlers welcome! Entry fee $25. Check in will start at 11am. For more info, call Bill at 714-893-3373 or email bmoledor@socal.rr.com

Oct 16 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of OC: Robert Richert speaking on "Evolution: The Fossil Evidence" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/34436442

Oct 16 Sunday 5pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana, General Assembly Meeting 207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano occupyorangecounty.com

Oct 16 Sunday 5pm, Irvine: Irvine 11 rep speaking at Bread for the Journey at Irvine United Congregational Church at 4915 Alton Pkwy, Irvine 92604.

Oct 17 Monday 7-9am, Newport Coast: Boehner protest Speaker Boehner will be golfing with fat cats at Pellican Hill Resort in Newport Coast; our plane will be flying overhead with the catchy message; the news media will be there watching and taping; and if you'll stand there with me, we'll make a POWERFUL statement.
Meet in front of Starbucks in the shopping center at 21181 Newport Coast Dr. Newport Coast, CA 92657. We will shuttle people over. There is no street parking at the golf club. For more details email Anthony Ash, Courage Campaign's Field Organizer, at anthony@couragecampaign.org.

Oct 17 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting Our Purpose: Creating/Continuing/Establishing a formal Network/Concilio in order to provide resources Engage the immigrant community and lawmakers Workshops will include a discussion at the end about next steps (be it the formation of a working group, a list of people able to do KYR presentations in communities, or a policy agenda)
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com

Oct 17 Monday 3-7pm Anaheim: Occupy Anaheim La Palma Park, 1000 N Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92801
These small meetups help to promote the larger events. It is great to just meet people at the events. This will normally be weekly for about 4 hours from 3pm - 7pm
It seems to me that different people have different issues or reasons for being part of the movement. differences are good. Our small mini events help people talk and this is where change starts, when people can talk to each other. Keep in my mind this is all about the people and change. If you can make a sign to bring.
People are invited to join our community and submit articles,information and event information to help the movement. meetup.com/Occupy-USA/events/36687842

Oct 17 Monday 6pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) General Assembly occupyorangecounty.com
The Santa Ana City Council at the Santa Ana Police Department, Community Room. 60 Civic Center Plaza, at the corner of Civic Center Drive and Boyd. PARKING: Validated parking in structure on Boyd St. across from Police Dept.
We will be in attendance and speaking to the council about providing us an exemption to their Municipal Code which does not allow 'camping' We will argue that Federal Law grants the "Right to Peacefully Assemble" under the 1st amendment & that Federal Law supersedes state local provisions.

Oct 17 Monday 7-8:30pm, Costa Mesa: CDP Region 18 Meeting Karl Strauss Brewery (We'll be outside on the covered patio.) 901a South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 R.S.V.P. as soon as possible by e-mailing us at region18democrats@gmail.com.
The meeting will start at 7pm, but we encourage you to arrive at 6:15 to order dinner and socialize with other delegates. (Happy hour ends at 6:30!) At this meeting we will accept platform testimony and discuss party business--what happened at the last E-Board, what's happening at the next one, the upcoming pre-endorsement conferences, and more. There will be time for resolutions and announcements at the end.

Oct 17 Monday 7:30pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) General Assembly occupy-oc.org 1 Civic Center Plaza

Oct 18 Tuesday 6pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) General Assembly occupyorangecounty.com We are having a General Assembly Meeting today, please join everyone is welcome:
We will be discussing the logistics that are going to take place on Saturday, and we are going to draft a proposal to the Santa Ana City Council
207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano

Oct 18 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) General Assembly occupy-oc.org 1 Civic Center Plaza

Oct 18 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of OC: the Irvine 11 Estee Chandler, organizer for Jewish Voice for Peace, Los Angeles, will speak on the case of the "Irvine 11" and the aftermath of their conviction for interrupting the speech of Israeli ambassador Michael Oren at UC Irvine. Ms. Chandler was one of the speakers at the Town Hall meeting recently held at the Islamic Institute in Anaheim to express community solidarity with the students. Questions and discussion will follow. Come and share your perspective on this case.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Exit at Sand Canyon and go to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Oct 19 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: California Health Care Justice Tour at Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine 92604.
Campaign for a Healthy California is sponsoring the California Health Care Justice Tour with a presentation from the Vermont Workers' Center. James Haslem from the Vermont Workers' Center will be joining us to share their success. Another guest will be Donna Smith, a patient featured in Michael Moore's "SiCKO" documentary. The Vermont Legislature has passed a bill that creates a path for a universal, publicly funded health care system. "When people come together, make their voices heard and demand their rights, we can overcome well-funded special interests and change what is politically possible," says Haslem. For more info contact Bill Honigman at: drbillhonigman@gmail.com Online registration now available healthycaliforniatour.eventbrite.com

Oct 19-21 Wednedsay-Saturday 7pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) General Assembly occupyorangecounty.com
We will be meeting/working 7:00PM everyday from now until Saturday at:
207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano Please come lend a helping hand!

Oct 20 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: Solidarity Social Planning Meeting follow up planning meeting in the Student Center in Crescent Bay AB. We hope that we see you there, and feel free to pass this onto interested folks. There is also a facebook page listed as Solidarity Social Planning Meeting if you want to invite people that way.
Additionally, we're still looking for input on the facilitation format. If anyone is interested in contributing to the framework, we are looking for folks to get involved. You can email myself or Jordan at jbrocious@gmail.com. We will be meeting around 5pm outside the pub to discuss this (probably moving into a room afterwards.)

Oct 20 Thursday 6pm, Dana Point: Progressives of South OC @ Dana Point Yacht Club Mark your calendar - details to follow soon scnj66@yahoo.com

Oct 20 Thursday 6:30-8pm, Santa Ana: Santa Ana Coalition for Better Government Community Forum santaanacoalition.org
DELHI CENTER, 515 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707
We want to hear from you! Reach the Coalition by PHONE: (657) 859-9950 EMAIL: info@santaanacoalition.org

Oct 20 Thursday 6:30-8:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Green Drinks events are casual and agenda-free; they're just a great forum in which Orange County's growing demographic of eco-conscious professionals can have a drink, spark up a 'green' conversation and not be met with a blank look. ocgreendrinks.org
8 Steers LLC, 3751 S Harbor Blvd # C, Santa Ana, 92704-7957 meetup.com/goinggreenorangecounty/events/37124652

Oct 20 Thursday 7-8pm, Placentia: Progressive Women in North OC meeting at the IHOP in Placentia, 131 N Kraemer Blvd, 714.528.7838.
Come at 6:30 if you want to eat dinner first. We will discuss the future of the organization and determine our direction forward. Please RSVP to suballe@yahoo.com if you plan to attend so that we can let the restaurant know how many tables we will need. See you then, Susan Uballe, President

Oct 20 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Peace & Justice Teach-In on the CA Budget Crisis St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier 90602. You are invited to our "3rd Thursday" Teach-In focusing on the state budget crisis, sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. More info: 562-692-2621 or 562-233-8579. You can view Part 1 and Part 2 of the economic crisis teach-in at youtube.com/watch?v=tj200NUQOFo and youtube.com/watch?v=DRFF1Uo46VI.

Oct 21 Friday 11am-1pm, Fullerton: FULLERTON CITY MARCH in support of OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY Location TO BE ANNOUNCED More info forthcoming . . . just mark your calendars and start making your signs.

[update] Oct 21 Friday 10-10:30am Santa Ana/noon-2pm Monrovia: Justice for Farmworkers! March & Rally at Trader Joe's Corporate Headquarters Join Florida tomato pickers and their student, faith and community allies in a mile-long march from a Monrovia Trader Joe's store to the nearby corporate headquarters. Participants will gather outside of Trader Joe's at 604 W. Huntington Dr., then march east on Hungtington Ave. to the company offices on 800 S. Shamrock Ave. There, farmworkers will lead a creative action calling on Trader Joe's to support human rights for the men and women who harvest the tomatoes sold in its stores. ciw-online.org
For information about the march and rally, including carpools from Orange County, contact info@justharvestusa.org info@justharvestusa.org or 239-503-0605.
Bus from SEIU Office, 1200 N Main St, Suite 900, Santa Ana 92701. meet at 10am, bus leaves 10:30am, back at 4pm,

Oct 21 Friday 6-9pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Meeting at Kate's Place from 6p to 7p we're having our potluck dinner. Our Organizing Meeting will begin PROMPTLY at 7p and I'll do my very best to conclude it by 9p. pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/122355

Oct 22-23 Saturday 9am-8pm/Sunday 9am-5:30, Orange: DFA Campaign Academy democracyforamerica.com/campaignacademy
Carpenter's Hall at 1916 West Chapman Avenue, (Corner of Chapman and Marks), Orange, CA 92828
The 2-day intensive training features experienced campaign professionals who will lead sessions in voter contact, fundraising, communications, on-line organizing and much more. There will be at least 16 hours of interactive workshops which will empower activists with the skills to win in 2012 and beyond. The general registration fee is $40.00; however, DEM2012 members are eligible for a reduced registration fee of $20.00. (If you are not already a DEM2012 member, you can join now and take advantage of the reduced rate!)

Oct 22 Saturday 10am-4pm, Los Angeles: Latin American Encuentro "The Immigration Crisis: Humane Responses" First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles, 2936 West 8th St, Los Angeles 90005.
The 28th Latin American Encuentro is sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, Southern CA Unit. Topics will include the keynote "Immigration Reform" by CHIRLA, Rev. Dan Stracka of UURISE on current legislation, a panel discussion of the First Church LA Outreach Program, MIA in Guatemala: Lucia Munoz, and more. Registration starts at 9:30am. Suggested donation $20, $25 at the door. Students with ID free. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Vegetarian lunch for first 100 registrants. Mail registration by Fri, Oct 14, to Encuentro, 2000 East 4th St #120, Santa Ana, CA 92705. More info: 714-567-0188 or 213-389-1356.

Oct 22 Saturday noon-2pm, Santa Ana: End Police Brutality STOLEN CARS, STOLEN LIVES: The shameful legacy of the SAPD
MARCH corner of Bristol & McFadden, Santa Ana NATIONAL DAY OF PROTEST AGAINST POLICE/MIGRA

Oct 22 Saturday noon-10pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) We will meet at Sasscer Park on the westside of the Federal Building, and march to the Flag Plaza at the Civic Center. General Assembly at 6pm, occupyorangecounty.com meetup.com/occupytogether/Santa-Ana-CA

Oct 22 Saturday 2-4pm, Laguna Beach: OC NOW, LWV, WC of LB & AAUW host Suffrage Tea This month marks the 100th anniversary of women having the right to vote here in California. We were nine years ahead of the country and the sixth state in the nation to pass the law issuing women the right to vote. To commemorate this important anniversary, Orange County NOW is joining with the Women's Club of Laguna Beach, along with the Orange County chapters of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and the League of Women Voters to co-sponsor a Suffrage Tea in Laguna Beach on Saturday, October 22nd.
Women's Club of Laguna Beach (286 St. Ann's in Laguna Beach) PRICE: FREE (donations are welcomed) Dress in your favorite 1911 attire or wear white with purple and yellow accents.

Oct 22 Saturday 3:30-6:30pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) March & Rally Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive
More info at: http://occupy-oc.org http://facebook.com/OccupyOrangeCountyCA http://twitter.com/occupyocirvine http://meetup.com/occupytogether/Irvine-CA/433072 Our event this Saturday ONLY, starts a bit later to allow protesters that want to support Occupy Santa Ana the ability to do so. Their march starts at 12 Noon and should last about an hour or two.

Oct 22 Saturday 5pm, Long Beach: Conscious Cinema proudly presents This Is What Democracy Looks Like
This amazing documentary, using film shot by 100 citizen journalists, covers the 1999 protest of the World Trade Organization in Seattle, Washington. What really happened? The media covering those amazing days reported riots and property damage. The police said they "exercised remarkable restraint" and "did not use tear gas". What is clear is that an unprecedented coalition of labor, environmental, and human rights activists converged on the city of Seattle and shut the WTO down. Find out what happened in THEIR words.
The Village Grind Coffeehouse, 443 E. 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 (cross street Linden Ave., next door to Utopia Restaurant) (562) 432-4033 Open Donation to keep the doors of Conscious Cinema open Conscious Cinema: Without Awareness, There Can Be No Peace

Oct 22 Saturday 7-9pm, Irvine: "Bold Native" - film about Free Speech 8 who's trial is Dec 5! Doors open at 7 pm Movie: 8pm Speakers: 9pm COST: Free! Donations warmly encouraged http://meetup.com/orangecountypeople4animals/events/37827452
The film discusses the case of eight local animal rights activists who will be going to trial on December 5, 2011. They were arrested n May 15, 2010, while engaging in legal picketing and demonstrations in the neighborhoods of UCLA primate vivisectors, and this case is a clear attempt to stifle free speech. The defendants are facing a maximum of three years' prison time. Following the movie, we will enjoy the brief presentation of Dr. Carol Glasser, one of the defendants in the case. All proceeds from the event will go directly to pay for legal fees for the "Free Speech 8" Delicious vegan food will be at the event ... on a donation basis, so please remember to bring a bit of cash to show some love for your fellow activists! INFORMATION: contact Adriana at sanctuaryfunds@gmail.com
Goddess Temple of Orange County, 17905 Skypark Circle, # A Irvine, CA 92614 PHONE: 949/651-0564 goddesstempleoforangecounty.com

Oct 22 Saturday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Walk for Hope After-Party In honor of organizing the 10th annual Walk for Hope we decided to have a little celebration. You are invited even if you didn't volunteer or attend, we just wanted to honor all those that have had a hand in helping out with any Be the Cause event ever. The turntables will be in full effect in case anyone wants to spin or dance. We'll keep it potluck optional (vegetarian only please) if you want to bring something.
2440 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa. Street Parking at: 120 Santa Isabel Avenue, Costa Mesa (and then walk over)

Oct 23 Sunday 2-5pm, Huntington Beach: Re-Elect Trustee Lorraine Prinsky Campaign Kickoff Prinsky/Goldfein Home, 5402 Barwood Drive
We'll be giving Goldfein ceramics as a thank you to donors. Please visit lorraineprinsky.com to donate online

Oct 23 Sunday 4:30-7pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine: Our Budget - Our Taxes - Betty Yee's Solutions
Betty Yee is an elected Democratic member of the State Board of Equalization. She has a background in finance, and is planning a run in 2014 for State Controller. Betty is going to speak to us about our state budget, some possible solutions to the problems, and how your taxes, and the taxes of other residents and businesses are both part of the problems and the solutions. A table of beverages and delicious finger foods provided by Taste Catering will be set out at 4:30 for the event. Betty's presentation will be followed by a question period, announcements, and socializing. Everyone is asked to contribute a minimum of $5.00. Donations up to $15.00 are welcome. Please consider your pocketbook and your appetite! Cash or checks only, please. You are welcome to bring friends and family. We will be joined by members of the OC Women's Political Caucus.
Duck Club, Riparian View, off Campus at University, IRWD Marsh Campus in the San Joaquin Sanctuary, Irvine CA 92612 irvinedemocraticaction.org

Oct 24 Monday 11am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Demonstration in support of Occupy Orange County meetup.com/occupytogether/Irvine-CA/434852
The demonstration will be held on the corner of 19th street and Newport Blvd, right where the 55 freeway ends. We will stand in front of the old Nike Town Dome on the sidewalk.

Oct 24 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting We are about a month away from this great event. We need to finalize a couple of logistical things and begin registering and outreaching to people.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com

Oct 24 Monday 3pm, Anaheim: Bring a sign the movement is working in solidarity with occupy Wall Street La Palma Park, 1000 N. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92801
These small meetups help to promote the larger events. It is great to just meet people at the events. This will normally be weekly for about 4 hours from 3pm - 7pm It seems to me that different people have different issues or reasons for being part of the movement. differences are good. Our small mini events help people talk and this is where change starts, when people can talk to each other. Keep in my mind this is all about the people and change. If you can make a sign to bring. People are invited to join our community and submit articles,information and event information to help the movement. meetup.com/green-USA-2/events/37624882

Oct 24 6:30pm, Irvine: MoveOn: Make Wall Street Pay Meeting civic.moveon.org/event/makewallstpay/122939 Kate's Place, Irvine, CA 92604

Oct 24 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.
Agenda items: guest speakers from LACYD and a Bylaws Amendment

Oct 25 Tuesday 4pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) Supporters Address Irvine City Council Meeting meetup.com/occupytogether/Irvine-CA/434872
City Council Chamber, Irvine City Hall (One Civic Center Plaza, corner of Alton and Harvard). the public comment portion of the meeting will begin at 6:30pm
We are currently negotiating with the City of Irvine and hope to receive resolution prior to the City Council Meeting next Tuesday. We have opened this event page in preparation of the need to address the City Council should no resolution in allowing the OOC Occupiers the right to an expression of their free speech and assembly in the Irvine Center Park between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM prevail.

Oct 25 Tuesday 7-9pm, Anaheim: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
Anaheim Unitarian Church 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

Oct 26 Wednesday 11am, Irvine: Women For: OC "Made in USA: Sweatshops in our Midst" Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian View, Irvine. womenfororangecounty.org or womenforoc@aol.com.

Oct 26 Wednesday 3-7pm, Laguna Beach: Bring a sign the movement is working in solidarity occupy Wall Street Laguna Beach - Main Beach 101 S. Coast Hwy,
These small meetups help to promote the larger events. It is great to just meet people at the events. This will normally be weekly for about 4 hours from 3pm - 7pm It seems to me that different people have different issues are reasons for being part of the movement. differences are good. Our small mini events help people talk and this is where change starts when people can talk to each other. In my mind this is all about the people and change. If you can make a sign to bring. meetup.com/Green-Laguna-2/events/37969712

Oct 26 Wednesday 7-9pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West OC PDA will discuss Healthcare Reform and then Pine Hill Landscaping will discuss gardening with drought tolerant California Native plants
at 17250 Los Jardines West, Fountain Valley. Visit dcwoc.org for maps and contact westocdems@yahoo.com for more information.

Oct 27 Thursday 5:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com
Nancy Geerlings's Home, 411 Kings Road Newport Beach, CA 92663
I. Welcome and Introductions - Dr. Suzanne Savary 5:30 - 6:00 Food, Fun, and Drink 6:00 - 7:00 Speaker 7:00 - 8:00 Business Meeting
II. PROGRAM 6:00 - 7:00 SPEAKER: Newport Beach Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Gardner
III. Minutes from prior meeting - Mary Piekert
IV. Old Business
V.New Business/ Announcements: PPOBSC Event 11/1, Appointments Training-11/3 (Women 4) DFOC Membership Luncheon-12/4
VI. 8:00 - Adjournment

Oct 28 Friday 9pm, Irvine: Candle light vigil tonight after GA for Scott Olsen and Oakland Occupy Irvine Civic Center Plaza

Oct 29 Saturday 9am-3pm, Newport Beach: 2nd Annual Newport Bay Conservancy Symposium Migratory Birds of the Back Bay
Back Bay Science Center, 600 Shellmaker Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
Come join us for the 2nd Annual Newport Bay Symposium presented by the Newport Bay Conservancy Reseach Committee. Find out what makes Newport Bay so special for birds! The program will interest scientists, naturalists and the general public. http://newportbay.org/featured/bird-symposium/

Oct 29 Saturday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: Peaceably show support and solidarity for OccupyWallStreet Main Beach Park, 101 S Coast Hwy meetup.com/ComeOccupyLagunaBeach/events/38189902

Oct 29 Saturday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) We Are On The Grass Celebration March Irvine Civic Center Plaza
Occupy Orange County CA invites you to join their Day of Celebration in honor of the City of Irvine's unanimous decision to grant the occupy movement the right to stay overnight on the grass.
Come out in support of the removal of big money from banks and large corpoations from our government. We are the 99% who no longer tolerates the greed and corruption of the 1%.

Oct 29 Saturday 5pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Rally and Press Conference Followed by a march and vigil for Scott Olsen Santa Ana Civic Center (691 North Broadway)
Our Central Messages are: 1: End racist and profiteering legislation and tactics 2: Reaching out to the Latino community 3: That the City Council allow us to put up tents

Oct 30 Sunday 10-11am, Mission Viejo: Mike Farrell at Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 23436 Madero Drive #140 in Mission Viejo tapestryuu.org
Guest Speaker, actor and activist, Mike Farrell will speak on his long time crusade against a very timely topic, the death penalty. However, he has been involved, also, with the American Indian Movement, the ACLU. Farrell portrayed Captain Hunnicut in the long running TV series, "M*A*S*H", and also as veterinarian, Jim Hansen, in the series, "Providence". In 2004, he received the Donald Wright Award from California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Since 1979 he has been spokesperson for CONCERN/America, an international refugee aid and development organization. Included in his presentation will be a Q & A period. After the service, Farrell will have books available for purchase.

Oct 30-31 Sunday 7:30am-Monday 10:30pm, Fullerton: Indigenous Peoples International Film and Video Festival (Ixachilanca) Titan Student Union Pavilions and Theatre, CSU Fullerton, Fullerton 92831.
Please join MEChA de CSUF, Inter-Tribal Student Council, CineArte, and community agencies as they host Festival Internacional de Cine y Video Indigena 2011. For more info: cine-arte.net or call the WoMen's Center at 657-278-3928.

Oct 30 Sunday 2-5pm, Anaheim: Protest & Rally to Stop the Excessive Force, Brutality, Misconduct & Cover-ups at the hands of the Anaheim Police Department 425 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA
Come and Support a Fight for Justice and Accountability. WE DEMAND JUSTICE AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THE MANY VICTIMS OF THE APD. Families of the following have yet to get Answers, Accountability or Justice: CAESAR CRUZ - SHOT & KILLED BY APD 2009 DAVID RAYA - SHOT & KILLED BY APD 2011 JULIAN ALEXANDER - SHOT & KILLED BY APD 2009 CHARLIE MULFORD - SHOT & KILLED BY APD 1994 JUSTIN HERTL - SHOT & KILLED BY APD 2003

Oct 30 Sunday 5pm, Irvine: PDA Orange Co Chapter October 2011 Meeting pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-orange-county-chapter-october-2011-meeting
Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606

Oct 30 Sunday 5-8pm, Santa Ana: Please Join Congresswoman Linda Sánchez and Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez for a "Sister Act" Halloween Evening Celebration
Private Residence Floral Park, Santa Ana, 92706 Suggested Contributions: Ghost with the Most $2,500 Monster Contribution $1,000 The Bat Who's All That $500 Junior Pumpkin Head $150 Ghoulist's Ghoul $50 Please join us in costume for this "Spirited" evening! If you would like more information, or to RSVP, kindly respond to: Ashley Mahmoudian Committee to Re-Elect Linda Sanchez Committe 562.916.6321 ashley@voteforlinda.com or Susan Tuchler Committee to Re-Elect Loretta Sanchez Committe 714.839.4431 stuchler@loretta.org

Oct 31 Monday 11am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Demonstration in support of Occupy Orange County Location The demonstration will be held on the corner of 19th street and Newport Blvd, right where the 55 freeway ends. We will stand in front of the old Nike Town Dome on the sidewalk. The facilitator of this event in Costa Mesa is Geoff Houston. If you have questions, please post on the wall or FB message him.

Oct 31 Monday 2-4pm, Santa Ana: Orange County Assembly on Immigration planning meeting We need to finalize a couple of logistical things and begin registering and outreaching to people.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704 Contact: Julio Perez juliomoisesperez@gmail.com

Nov 1 Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm, Tustin: Planned Parenthood Victory Fund Kick Off Party Featuring keynote speaker Erwin Chemerinsky Dean of UCI School of Law I hope that you can join me for an evening of cocktails, great food and one of the most brilliant constitutional scholars in the country -- Dean Erwin Chemerinsky!
Blue Water Grill - District at Tustin, 2409 Park Avenue Tustin, CA 92782 $50.00 Ticket $150.00 Sponsor BUY TICKETS HERE action.ppactionca.org/site/Calendar?id=100641&view=Detail For more information contact us at publicaffairs@PPOSBC.org or 714.397.1170

Nov 2 Wednesday 11am-1pm, Irvine: OCCUPY UCI, TEACH IN & STUDENT RALLY on Ring Road.
We will be hosting a teach in with an open mic and then a march. Meet by the flagpoles, bring your friends, and spread the knowledge!

Nov 2 Wednesday 5:30-7pm, Santa Ana: CDP Dem2012 Reception Hosted by: Joe Dunn State Senator (Ret) John Burton CDP Chairman
1911 N. Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana

Nov 2 Wednesday 5:30-7pm, Irvine: The Center for Citizen Peacebuilding invites to you a lecture and reception with special guest, Dr. Javed Jabbar: Citizen Diplomacy: Pakistan-India Track-II Dialogue.
Reception: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm, Pacific Ballroom C, UCI Student Center Lecture and Q&A: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Pacific Ballroom C, UCI Student Center Parking: Student Center Parking Structure
This lecture is free and open to the public. Parking is available for $2.00 per hour in the Student Center Parking Structure at the corner of West Peltason and Pereira. To RSVP or for further information, please contact Rosemarie Swatez, rswatez@uci.edu or 949 824 2511. Learn more about the Center for Citizen Peacebuilding at peacebuilding.uci.edu

Nov 1 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Campaign for a Healthy CA - Orange Co Please join us to debrief the Oct 19th event, and discuss next actions! Mimi's Cafe Bistro Room 4030 Barranca Pkwy (at Culver Dr) Irvine, CA 92604-4742

Nov 2 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: Military Families Speak Out meeting Here we hope you will update us on what is happening with your loved one in the military and how you and your family are coping during war time. Hear about the national action in DC in October and how we can and have connected with the local occupy movements. Get an update on what is happening with Scott Olsen from Veterans for Peace. Below you will find information on meeting location. Bring a friend/ family member.
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have the private room.
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

[update] Nov 2 Wednesday 7pm, ~~Costa Mesa~~ Irvine: Democracy for America Change to Nov. 2 Meeting Democracy for America - Orange County will NOT meet at Karl Strauss Brewery in Costa Mesa on Wednesday, November 2, 2011.
Instead, we invite members and friends to attend Occupy Orange County in Irvine to support and show solidarity for the efforts of Occupy Wall Street.
Quite a few DFA-OC members/friends have been actively involved in Occupy Orange County in Irvine, which is located at the corner of Alton Pkway and Harvard in front of Irvine City Hall.
Our plan for Wednesday, November 2: Instead of heading to Karl Strauss, please join the Occupy Orange County group in Irvine in the evening. The group will have a general assembly around 7pm. Bring a chair for yourself and a sign if possible. Bring your own food and beverage. Parking is available at in the Civic Center Plaza behind City Hall. Watch for updates between now and next week.
We will return to our regular schedule and venue in December. Stephanie Campbell, our scheduled speaker for this month, asked to be re-scheduled for January prior to the program committee's decision to revise our plan for November. We will hear from Stephanie in January.
Please consider visiting an Occupy Orange County in Irvine or other Occupy event, such as Santa Ana or Long Beach, sooner than next Wednesday. If you have any questions, please email me or call me at 949/872-0966

Nov 3 Thursday 10:30am-noon, Irvine: Clergy for Choice Meeting Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy

Nov 3 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Irvine: The International Studies Public Forum, Center for Citizen Peacebuilding and Center for the Study of Democracy present Peacemaking Practice as Engaged Scholarship - Susan Allen Nan, George Mason University
UC Irvine, Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100 Contact for Further Information: Sandra Cushman, scushman@uci.edu or 949-824-3344 internationalstudies.ss.uci.edu/node/11197

Nov 3 Thursday 5-9pm, Orange: Faithful and Queer Wallace All Faiths Chapel, Chapman University, 1 University Dr
While churches and other faith groups are sometimes viewed as allied against full inclusion of LGBTQ persons, this panel will present the views of progressive faith communities, and will seek to locate those views in historical context.
Moderated by Katherine Darmer, Chapman University, our panel will consist of: -Canon Albert Ogle, President, St. Paul's Foundation for International Reconciliation -Chapman Professors Marvin Meyer and Nancy Brink (Religion Department) -The Rev. Paul Tellstrom (Irvine United Congregational Church) -A.J. Blackwood, Progressive Interfaith Alliance-OC
Sponsored by the Chapman Global Project for LGBTQ Rights and Feminism.

Nov 3 Thursday 6-10pm, Irvine: Interested in a California state appointment? You are invited to join Mona Pasquil, Appointments Secretary to Governor Jerry Brown. Secretary Pasquil will provide information to underrepresented communities and others who are interested in obtaining crucial Commission appointments. This will be an invaluable opportunity to learn more from a respected state official who plays a critical role in Governor Brown's Administration. Questions are welcome. Hope you can join us
CHRIST OUR REDEEMER CHURCH, 46 MAXWELL ST. Irvine, CA

Nov 4 Friday 3pm, Tustin: Occupy Tustin meetup.com/occupytogether/Tustin-CA/450122 18410 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780

Nov 4 Friday 6-10pm, Fullerton: Human Trafficking Awareness Night callandresponse.com/slavefree/more/screening_upcoming
CSUF PATHE (people against trafficking and human exploitation) Annual Human Trafficking Awareness Night will feature the groundbreaking documentary "Call + Response" followed by a panel discussion. Attend for empowerment, knowledge, and a chance to discuss how to stop this heinously prevalent crime from occurring. Light refreshments will be served :)
California State University, Fullerton Titan Student Union Room: Titan Theater 800 N. State College Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92831

Nov 4 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Last Train Home" zeitgeistfilms.com/film.php?directoryname=lasttrainhome
Last Train Home's intimate observation of one fractured family sheds light on the human cost of China's ascendance as an economic superpower.
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Nov 4 Friday 8:15-10:30pm, Irvine: Capitalism: A Love Story examines the impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans (and by default, the rest of the world). The film moves from Middle America, to the halls of power in Washington, to the global financial epicenter in Manhattan. With both humor and outrage, the film explores the question: What is the price that America pays for its love of capitalism? Families pay the price with their jobs, their homes and their savings. Moore goes into the homes of ordinary people whose lives have been turned upside down; and he goes looking for explanations in Washington, DC and elsewhere. What he finds are the all-too-familiar symptoms of a love affair gone astray: lies, abuse, betrayal...and 14,000 jobs being lost every day. Capitalism: A Love Story also presents what a more hopeful future could look like. Who are we and why do we behave the way that we do?
This movie is being presented by Occupy Orange County CA as part of their educational outreach. Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 4-6 Friday-Sunday, Los Angeles: Amnesty International Western Regional Conference amnestyusa.org/events/regional-conferences/western-regional-conference We encourage you to register online. The last day to register online is Monday, October 31, 2011.
Four Points by Sheraton LAX, 9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Nov 5 Saturday 8:30-9:45am, Long Beach: March with Military Families Speak Out, Iraq Veterans Against the War, and Veterans for Peace in Veterans Day Parade
To march in this year's Long Beach Veterans Day Parade, meet up with our groups between 8:30 and 9:45 AM on Atlantic Ave. between Harding and Artesia (look for our banners and flag) wear your IVAW, MFSO or VFP t-shirt. If you don't have one, we will have some on hand. As we will be honoring our family members in the military and those who have served this country with honor NO signs of any kind will be allowed.
For more info call 562-833-8035 or e-mail mfsooc@earthlink.net

Nov 5 Saturday 10am, Irvine: Make Wall Street Pay Action civic.moveon.org/event/makewallstpayaction/123118 Heritage Plaza: Bank of America, Chase Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank, 14222 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604
Some of us will be going inside each bank to withdraw some or all of our funds while most will be protesting outside the banks. We'll be passing out information as to why people should not do business with these banks and who should they instead bank with. We'll be marching from Bank of America to Chase Bank and finally to Wells Fargo Bank, all of which are located at the Heritage Plaza shopping center in a honk & waive fashion.

Nov 5 Saturday 11am-2pm, Irvine: "TRANSFER YOUR MONEY DAY" March, Rally and Education Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine
Occupy Orange County CA will host speakers from community banks and credit unions and encourage education on the current banking system in the United States. More details to follow . . . obeewnn@gmail.com

Nov 5 Saturday 1-10pm, Santa Ana: 9th Annual Noche de Altares 4th and Birch Streets nochedealtares.org

Nov 5 Saturday noon, Fullerton: OC Time Bank Orientation and Information Meeting at the Fullerton Really Really Free Market Hillcrest Park, 1200 North Harbor Boulevard. (look for us at the Lunch Tables at the Center of the Park - Call 714-206-8763 if you have trouble finding us.) This is a gathering where we cover the basics of time banking for individuals who live, work, volunteer or spend a lot of time in Orange County. http://meetup.com/octimebank/events/38495752/

Nov 5 Saturday 1pm/6-8pm, Santa Ana: Occupy OC (Santa Ana) Art Walk/Day of the Dead In addition to the annual Día de los Muertos Festival & The monthly Art Walk in Down Town Santa Ana, Occupy Orange County will be meeting up at the above location to lead an ordered and silent procession alongside the Día de los Muertos festival and through the streets of Down Town Santa Ana. We have printed beautiful shirts (guys & gals) and will be walking in an organized, solidified movement holding candles in silence to help spread awareness of our presence in Santa Ana and motivate the wonderful members of our community to join us in this worldwide occupation.
Face painting in the spirit of Día de los Muertos and Guy Fawkes (we have decided to do one side of the face with each design to merge the two noble causes) will start at 5pm. Make up artists have donated their time, talent, & materials just for US!
A casual rehearsal of the procession/silent vigil will start during the face painting and shortly after, to make sure no on is in the dark about how to move as ONE BODY, ONE MOVEMENT, ONE STRUGGLE. ♥
The procession into the Down Town area will start at 6pm at the Civic Center.

Nov 5 Saturday 3:30-4:30pm, Irvine: Women, War & Peace Film Screening: The War We Are Living goodhappens.org/events/women-war-peace-film-screening-war-we-are-living-2011-11-05
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 (In between Lee's Sandwiches & Focus Dance Studios)

Nov 5 Saturday 5:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: CAIR-LA 15th Anniversary Gala - Making Democracy Work -
~ Featuring ~ Dr. Sherman Jackson Imam Siraj Wahhaj Aasif Mandvi 2011 "Courage in Media" Award
Hilton Anaheim, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim,CA 92802 ca.cair.com/gala

Nov 6 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home", keeps rolling along as we've passed 6,000 official casualties in the current Asian conflicts. Arlington West Huntington Beach will be setup again this Sunday. Please come help or at least visit.
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 5:00PM to help take it down.
Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. We are back to our regular schedule for breakdown, so should start breakdown about 5:00PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 6:00.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you of course are welcome without replying first.

Nov 6 Sunday 1:30-5pm, Tustin: Our Energy Future Symposium Congregation B'Nai Israel, 2111 Bryan Avenue, Tustin 92780 1:30 pm (Registration); Symposium - 2pm-5pm
Meet for a panel discussion and 1-hour workshop with the panelist of your choice. Panelists include: Robert Siebert, PE (Retired), former proprietor of EE Solar; Tom English, PhD, Professor of Environmental Studies, UCSD; David Feldman, PhD, chair of the Dept of Planning, Policy and Design at UCI; and Miranda Ko, student at UCSD and former assistant regional manager of Al Gore's Climate Reality Project. Visit our website at ocice.org for biographies of panelists, more details of the symposium, and to register online Cost: $10. Questions? Contact us at ecofaith@ocice.org

Nov 6 Sunday 4pm, Mission Viejo: Tapestry UU Community Forum Presents: Harvest of Loneliness: The Bracero Program http://harvestofloneliness.com
Shedding light on the current debate over immigration reform and the use of "guest workers" in American agriculture, this historical documentary examines what was known as the Bracero Program-a system put in place from 1942 to 1964 to recruit Mexican farm laborers for temporary work in the United States.
Following the screening there will be a Q & A with the filmmakers Gilbert Gonzalez and Vivian Price. PROGRAM IS FREE BUT DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED
Tapestry, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 23436 Madero Suite #140, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 tapestryuu.org

Nov 7 Monday 11am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Demonstration in support of Occupy Orange County Location The demonstration will be held on the corner of 19th street and Newport Blvd, right where the 55 freeway ends. We will stand in front of the old Nike Town Dome on the sidewalk. This is an over lunch time demonstration, please come out in support of Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Orange County CA. The facilitator of this event in Costa Mesa is Geoff Houston joffhuston@yahoo.com. If you have questions, please post on the wall or FB message him.

Nov 7 Monday 6pm, Santa Ana: City Council to discuss Occupy OC (Santa Ana) request to camp 22 Civic Center Plaza
On Monday the Santa Ana City Council is meeting and has on its Agenda to consider the matter of the OCcupy protesters wish to camp. The meeting is likely to last longer than usual, so please show up when you can and make your voice heard!
[Carpools will be leaving from the Irvine occupation at the Civic Center to assist those who wish to support their fellow Occupiers in Santa Ana]

Nov 7 Monday 7-9pm, Irvine: Progressive Interfaith Alliance Steering Committee Meeting progressiveinterfaith.org
IHOP, 13126 Jamboree Road Among other topics, we will be discussing the following:
Programming -Interfaith Dialogue - Spring Spirituality Conference -Meting with School Board Meetings about FAIR Implementation -Clergy for Choice = February 2012 (Sex Ed Month)
Visioning - Committee Retreat - Dec 10th - Potential New Committee Members
Please come, have a cup of coffee or tea, and be a part of the change in OC.

Nov 8 Tuesday 8:30am-4pm, Santa Ana: Support the UCI 19 at Trial Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West
On February 24, 2010, 17 UCI students and community supporters sat in outside Chancellor Drake's office, issuing demands for workers rights on campus, increased access for underrepresented students, and amnesty for the Irvine 11. They were quickly arrested and evicted from the building by dozens of police without a single administrator offering to hear their demands.
Nine months later, those 17, along with 2 students who were outside Aldrich Hall during the action, received criminal charges by mail. After months of hearings and attempts at reaching a plea, the UCI 19 are headed to trial, beginning September 27. Over 19 months since the initial incident. The 17 are being charged with trespassing, disturbing the peace, and refusal to disperse. The other two are being charged with false imprisonment, blocking a thoroughfare, and being a public nuisance. Everyone potentially faces over a year in jail if convicted. Don't let UCI and the DA criminalize dissent! Demand that all the charges be dropped!
We're counting on your support to beat the charges. A strong showing of campus and community support on the first day of trial will send the message to the DA and the court that we're here to fight. Trial officially begins at 8:30am though it never starts on time. Please try to come as early as you are able to. It will also not likely conclude on the first day, but will instead be drawn out, so please also pay attention for future dates.

Nov 8-10 Tuesday noon-Thursday 5pm, Irvine: Cross-Cultural Center's 2011 Rainbow Festival & Conference hogwarts.ccc.uci.edu/rbf UC Irvine
Rainbow Festival and Conference 2011 events are co-sponsored by the following departments and organizations: Asian Pacific Student Association (APSA), Center for Citizen Peacebuilding, Center for Global Peace and Conflict Studies, Center for the Study of Democracy, Chinese Association at UCI, Hillel at UCI, Konnect, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (MECHA), Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, School of Social Sciences, Society of Arab Students, Teach for America, and Umbrella Council

Nov 8 Tuesday 6-9pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Attends Irvine's City Council Meeting Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
On Tuesday, November 8th the Irvine City Council will undertake renewing the Letter of Understanding between the City of Irvine and the Occupy Orange County CA movement. We request all Occupiers to please attend as an expression of solidarity to the movement and the work that has been undertaken since OOC was granted the right to remain on the grass overnight. The City Council would like an update as to what we have accomplished over the last two weeks. Let's show them that we are going strong!

Nov 8 Tuesday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: World Affairs Council of Orange County presents Dr. James J. Zogby Founder and President of Arab American Institute and Author of Arab Voices "Arab Voices, What They are Saying to Us, and Why it Matters" worldaffairscouncil.org/index.php?eid=2806
Hilton Costa Mesa, 3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92612
6:00 pm Reception * 7:00 pm Dinner * 7:45 pm Program Self Parking included in the price Members @ $55 - Dinner and Program Non-Members @ $70 - Dinner and Program Students @ $42 - Dinner and Program College or HS Students @ $10 - Program only (no meal)

Nov 9 Wednesday noon-5pm, Irvine: FIGHT THE 81% FEE INCREASE (UCI) at UCI Flagpoles
***Who: Student groups, Greek organizations, Workers, Faculty, Lecturers, and all of your friends :] ***What: Teach-ins, Rally, Spoken Word, and a PiÃta! ***Why: To DEFEND PUBLIC EDUCATION! ***Sources / Further Reading:*** http://changinguniversities.blogspot.com/2011/09/uc-might-increase-tuition-81-over-next.html (Samuels) http://occupyca.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/breaking-ucipd-simulating-an-anti-occupation-operation-at-uc-irvine/ http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2011/09/irvine-11-sentenced-probation-no-jail-time.html http://occupyuci.wordpress.com/2011/01/09/chalk-is-still-free-speech/ http://www.ucrebelradio.com/2011/10/grim-future-of-humanities-uc-irvine.html

Nov 9 Wednesday 4:30-6pm, Irvine: Irvine Financial District Protest occupy-oc.org Every Wednesday (November 2, 9, 16, 23, etc.) Meet at the Irvine Civic Center at 4:30PM We will walk down Harvard, make a right on Main and pass a few blocks (past Jamboree) until we hit Main/Von Karman. We will stand on all four intersections with our signs. Since we will be doing a good amount of walking, you don't have to meet with the main group at the Irvine Civic Center. Just meet us at the Main/Von Karman intersection. You could also meet us at San Marco park. We will pass San Marco park on our way to Main/Von Karman. Wear good walking shoes and bring your own signs. We need to make a presence at Irvine Financial District during the week. This is absolutely crucial. Thank You and I hope to see you all there. We are the 99%.

Nov 9 Wednesday 5:30-9pm, Anaheim: OCCORD: From Citizenship to Action Reception and Dinner Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim
We will also be honoring local Orange County grassroots leaders and trailblazers. For sponsorship or ticket information please contact Silissa Uriarte at 714/621-0919 ext. 10 or via email at Suriarte@occord.org.

Nov 9 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "Democratic Foundation of Orange County" socdc.org
SOCDC is proud to present as our speaker for the November General Meeting: DAN JOCOBSON, chair of the DFOC. The Democratic Foundation of Orange County's Mission is to encourage, train and support Democratic Candidates in Orange County. There will be Q&A after the speech
Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-9pm, Dana Point: House Party to Plan for the Two-Year Anniversary of Citizens United action.citizen.org/p/dia/action/public/index.sjs?action_KEY=8273 (contact for address details, address subject to change/TBD) RSVP info: suemeadesanders@gmail.com

Nov 9 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Club with Dave Jones, California Insurance Commissioner. Topic: Health Care Reform and Health Insurance Rates.
Doors open at 6:30 - Clubhouse 3 Auditorium. No reservations necessary; no charge; open to all Villagers. Question and answer period following the Commissioner's talk. For more information and gate clearance info, call Sue Dearing at 949/855-6965.

Nov 9 Wednesday 7pm, Orange: David Grossman a talented fiction writer from Israel who has also written passionate non-fiction about the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict.
Chapman Auditorium, Memorial Hall. wilkinsonnews.blogspot.com/2011/10/event-news-night-with-david-grossman.html

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-10pm, Laguna Hills: BULLIED: A student, a school and a case that made history St. George's Bourne Hall, 23802 Avenida de la Carlota
St. George's Episcopal Church and Academy presents an evening of community awareness and education around the growing issue of children and youth being tormented and bullied. The program will include a screening of the groundbreaking documentary "Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case that Made History:" that illustrates how one tormented student stood up to bullies. The 40-minute film offers an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment in schools and the workplace today. There is no charge for admission, and light snacks/refreshments will be available. The video presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and an opportunity for questions and answers.
for more information, contact: David J. Przeracki Parishioner/LGBT St. George's Episcopal Church +1 (949) 215-0979 przdavid@yahoo.com

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-10pm, Huntington Beach: 67th Democratic Alliance Meeting Panel Discussion on Marriage Equality International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Ave

Nov 11 Friday 11:30am, Irvine: Women For:OC - Festive Holiday Gathering with Fr. Gregory Boyle [Sold Out], founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention program in the country, offering job training, tattoo removal and employment.
Fr. Boyle is author of Tattoos on the Heart, the Power of Boundless Compassion. The luncheon will be catered by Homegirl Café. All proceeds of the luncheon and book sales go to Homeboy Industries.
at the Duck Club on Riparian View

Nov 11 Friday 3:30-5pm, Costa Mesa: there will be a demonstration at South Coast Plaza to protest mass-consumption, frivolity of material items, and Black Friday! Please make signs speaking against materialism, greed, and Black Friday. Meet at the People's Village (on the corner of Alton and Harvard at 1 Civic Center Way) if you need a ride there. We have a van and a 5-seater car to give rides. If you can provide your own transportation, meet at South Coast Plaza and call Carina- (949) 279-3207 when you arrive or for more details! Keep on Loving, Keep on Fighting.

Nov 11 Friday 6:45-9pm, Anaheim: Program for Progressives ~ Maria Armoudian Community networking begins at 6:45 p.m., featured program at 7:15 p.m.
Anaheim Unitarian Church, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805
"Maria Armoudian has written a gripping book that richly and passionately demonstrates the power and importance of media to the human condition. Rich in contemporary world history, Kill the Messenger is exactly the book the world needs to read in our perilous times"
- Robert W. McChesney, coauthor of The Life and Death of American Journalism

Nov 11 Fridays 8:15-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: THRIVE - What On Earth Will It Take? youtube.com/watch?v=OibqdwHyZxk Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 12 Saturday 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Time Bank Orientation & Informational Meeting Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr
If you are interested in joining a website that allows you to trade services for FREE you should come to this meeting! Long Beach has a successful Time Bank and now Orange County will have one too! For more information email octimebank@gmail.com This is a gathering where we cover the basics of time banking for individuals who live, work, volunteer or spend a lot of time in Orange County. We will be offering a short informational meeting and an activity that helps to connect members' unmet needs and untapped resources. The Informational Meetings will be held at: 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon We will be sharing a booth with the OC Pop-Up Free Store.

Nov 12 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [Location change]
WHERE: In Solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street movement, The OC Peace Coalition will be moving our November 12th meeting in Irvine to the site of the Irvine Occupation, at 1 Civic Center Plaza
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Nov 12 Saturday 10am-3pm, Costa Mesa: Health Care for All Board Meeting Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church in Costa Mesa, 1259 Victoria Street

Nov 12 Saturday noon-5pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) MARCH - TROOP APPRECIATION - PATHWAYS TO PEACE Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
Occupy Orange County CA continues its occupation with demonstrations through out Orange County and their big march on Saturday at 11:00 AM. Each March is themed to bring awareness to issues that contribute to the face of America. Saturday, November 12th takes its theme from holiday the day prior - Veteran's Day. The day will be devoted to TROOP APPRECIATION - PATHWAYS TO PEACE. We have a full day planned with interesting speakers, entertainment, open mic and also voter's registration. Pack a picnic and come spend the day with Occupy Orange County CA @ Irvine.

Nov 12 Saturday 5-8pm, Orange: Clothing Swap and Brainstorm re OC Time Bank meetup.com/octimebank/events/40803452 Park Royale Mobilehome Park, 300 N. Rampart St.
Please bring clothing (any size) that you no longer need or want and find something new (to you)! We need your ideas and input - help brainstorm and shape the Orange County Time Bank - this is your group!

Nov 12 Saturday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace: Part Two The Use and Abuse of Vegetational Concepts
We will meet at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace: Part Two The Use and Abuse of Vegetational Concepts. 7:30 PM: Discussion.
This episode investigates how machine ideas such as cybernetics and systems theory were applied to natural ecosystems, and how this relates to the false idea that there is a balance of nature. Cybernetics has been applied to human beings to attempt to build societies without central control, self organizing networks built of people, based on a fantasy view of nature.

Nov 12 Saturday 7:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine Group Evening of Celebration - 50th Anniversary of AI, a glamorous and fun evening at The Occasions, The Village at Spectrum, Irvine. Tickets are $35 and include arrival drinks, delicious food by Zinc Cafe, live musing, Mystic Meg the fortune-teller and more. To attend, please purchase tickets by emailing Helen Tomlinson helen.stevens457@gmail.com. Please make checks payable to "Amnesty International group 178", and send to 4240 Spectrum, Irvine, 92618. Dress Code: Smart.

Nov 13 Sunday 2pm, Yorba Linda: MoveOn Council Meeting pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/124310 to plan for Nov 17 Rally
Carole's home, (We'll send you the full address when you sign up.) Let's send a strong message to the Super Committee that we need our infrastructure fixed to accomplish the creation of tens of thousands of jobs! Please bring chips and dip or cheese and fruit, a beverages or a dessert.

Nov 13 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting Please attend and join in the discussion at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/37089732

[canceled] Nov 13 Sunday 6-10pm, Long Beach: Due to a high chance of rain, Sujapalooza has been cancelled. I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. In Solidarity, Leonard Baric Conscious Cinema artsbaric@yahoo.com

Nov 14 Monday 7pm, Orange: PBS SoCal & Chapman University's Dodge College with Club Doc Present a FREE Screening of TAKING ROOT
The dramatic story of Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Wangari Maathai, whose simple act of planting trees grew into a global movement.
Chapman University, Argyros Forum #202 (At the corner of N. Center St. & E. Sycamore Ave.) Light Reception at 6:30 PM Film Screening at 7:00 PM Post Film Screening Discussion to Follow
Parking -- Lastinger Structure --Visitors may only park after 4PM on either level of the structure in any unreserved space. Temporary permits are required and may be purchased at the entrance to the structure. Cost: $3 for 4-hours. The parking structure entrance is located off of Walnut Ave.

Nov 15 Tuesday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: The Orange County Plastic Bag Ban Educational Workshop Save your City time and money by obtaining the most current information and tools to expedite the process
Laguna Beach Community Center, 384 Third Street, Laguna Beach, CA
10:30 to 11:00 am Registration and Networking 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Workshop and Working Lunch 1:00 to 2:00 pm Optional breakout and brainstorming session

Nov 15 (3^rd Tuesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Peace Vigil by MFSO and Code Pink Dear OC Code Pink Activists & Supporters,
I am happy to report that our friends from the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Circle!
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.
And so I urge you to come out this Tuesday Nov. 15th for MFSO's very first vigil in support of these patriots as they have supported us for the past 7 years. They have even graciously offered to share this vigil with us as joint event for peace!
In peaceful solidarity, Kathy (Code Pink OC) Orange Circle, Glassell & Chapman

Nov 15 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of OC: "Update on Syria" Speaker Samir Twair, a member of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, past president of the Arab American Press Guild and Southern California correspondent for Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. Questions and discussion will follow. Come and learn about important aspects of the Arab Spring.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Exit at Sand Canyon and go to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Nov 16 Wednesday noon-1pm, Santa Ana: Human Circle of Protection Prayer Event - Santa Ana & Federal Budget Cuts Santa Ana Unified School District Office, 1601 E. Chestnut Ave.
leaders, parishioners, advocates, community leaders, and their constituents will come together to join hands and create human circles around agencies and programs at risk of deep budget cuts in the supercommittee and appropriations processes. For More information about the campaign: circleofprotection.us

Nov 16 Wednesday noon-1pm, Newport Beach: PDA Brown Bag Lunch Vigil CD48 - OPERATION SUPER-COMMITTEE STATE! pdamerica.org/events/view/ca48-brown-bag-lunch-vigil-rep-john-campbell-566
Office of Rep. John Campbell, 610 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach CA 92660
This month it is important for us to visit as many members of Congress as possible as the super committee is due to report before Thanksgiving. Make it clear; we need Jobs NOT Cuts.
We will be pressing for: No cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid! Cosponsor H Con Res 72 Stop the handouts to Big Pharma! Negotiate prescription drug prices under Medicare Part D Make Wall Street pay and create JOBS! Sponsor the Financial Transaction Tax! Make jobs, not cuts
To learn more about what we will be covering that day, go here. If you have any questions about our vigil, email Dr. Bill Honigman

Nov 16 Wednesday 2-4pm, Garden Grove: If you care about Social Security, Medicare, and Medi-Cal, Come to a... Town Hall Meeting on Healthcare
Dayle McIntosh Center, 13272 Garden Grove Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA 92843-2205
SPEAKERS Orange County Members of Congress (Invited) Astrid Campos, California Partnership Andy Arias, Dayle McIntosh Center Jodi Reid, CA Alliance for Retired Americans Orange County HICAP, California Health Advocates For more information, call (323)294-4565.

Nov 16 Wednesday 5-7pm, Irvine: The University of California, Irvine Department of History, Critical Theory Emphasis,Program in Jewish Studies, UCI Humanities Collective, Chancellor's Fellows Program, and UC Humanities Research Institute is proud to sponsor an evening with Udi Aloni Acclaimed Israeli Filmmaker, Theatre Director,Writer and Activist What Does a Jew Want: On Binationalism and Other Specters Aloni welcomes all people to come and discuss and debate these issues in a lengthy discussion after his talk.
UC Irvine, Humanities Instructional Building 135, For additional information, please contact the Department of History at history@uci.edu/ (949) 824-6521

Nov 16 Wednesday 5:30-7:30pm, Costa Mesa: Hispanas Organized for Political Equality Evening Reception
Girls Inc., 150 Paularino Ave., Ste. D-290, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Please RSVP to http://benefithope.kintera.org/ or by contacting Mayra Rojas at (213) 833-1996 or email mrojas@latinas.org by Nov. 14th
HOPE is a non-profit, non partisan organization committed to ensuring political and economic parity for Latinas through leadership, advocacy, and education to the benefit of all communities and the status of women, HOPE is 501c3 non-profit organization. Tax ID 95-4718409 www.latinas.org, make checks payable to HOPE

Nov 16 Wednesday 6:30-10pm, Irvine: Transgender Day of Remembrance at UCI Anteater Steps (between Zotzone and the West food court)
TAG TEAM, Irvine Queers, and other community resources, members, and allies will gather at the anteater steps for a night of education, speakers, a candlelight vigil, and a speakout. Those who complete their bingo card by visiting all of the tables will receive a free raffle ticket!
The Transgender Day of Remembrance is a national day set aside to memorialize those have been victims of transphobic violence. This year, our event hopes to call attention to the multiple forms of violence that affect the lives of gender-variant individuals. This includes the violence of language, state-sanctioned violence, and interpersonal physical violence, as well as other forms of violence. Our event also hopes to emphasize the intersectionality of transgender identity, and therefore the different forms of violence that gender variant individuals face depending on their unique experiences.

Nov 16 Wednesday 7-8:30pm, Tustin: Movie Screening: The Story of Stuff & The Story of Bottled Water Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92680 Join the Aldersgate Environmental Ministries committee as we screen these 2 - very short videos and discuss ways that you can reduce your "stuff" and purchase more meaningful gifts this holiday season.

Nov 17 Thursday 7:30-8:30am, Huntington Beach: OC-RAP, the Orange County Recruitment Awareness Project, Needs volunteers to leaflet Ocean View High School students (in on Warner near Gotheard)
Call Al White (949-492-0571) for more info Donations are also needed. Make your tax-deductible check or money-order out to California Peace Academy (put OC-RAP on the notation line). Mail to:
OC-RAP, P.O. Box 596, San Clemente, CA 92674

Nov 17 Thursday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Direct Day Of Action occupyorangecounty.com Liberation Plaza / Plaza de Liberacion (Location of Occupy Orange County ~ Santa Ana) Broadway & Civic Center Drive
Thursday, November 17th is an International Direct Day of Action, all of the world will be protesting, rallying, and Occupying in solidarity with Wall Street to call for an end to the corporatism that has taken over our country and the world.
Join us at 11am to march with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)!!! Later in the day (3pm) we will join Occupy Orange County in Irvine to march in solidarity with them and MoveOn.org!

Nov 17 Thursday 12:30-23:30pm, Irvine: Dash TO LA: Occupy Orange County drives to LA for support! OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY IS IN ROUTE TO LA! ALL PLEASE GO THAT DIRECTION ASAP TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT! THE VILLAGE DECIDED THIS 10MIN AGO. THEY NEED OUR SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT! Cross Streets are Temple and Spring! Parking possibly at Union station.

Nov 17 Thursday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Book Review. The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism, by Naomi Klein Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge
an ID coupon may be requested for entry by the Gate Ambassador. If you are a non-resident, or you have guests attending, be sure they have a flyer for the event with the coupon attached either on the back or at the bottom of the front page. Flyers are posted on this website, usually under the specific event below, and they are also available in the display racks at all clubhouses. If no flyer is posted, call Betsy Martin, President, at 581-5453 for further instructions regarding gate access.

Nov 17 Thursday 3-5pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) Day Of Action occupy-oc.org Irvine's Financial District, Intersection of Von Karman and Main
Let's help celebrate Occupy Wall Street's 2 Month Anniversary of Occupation. Let's have the biggest demonstration on the anchoring corner of Irvine's Financial District on Thursday, November 17th beginning at 3:00 PM. Let's meet at 3:00 PM at the Civic Center and carpool to the intersection by 3:15 PM, be on the corners by 3:30 PM.
Our plans include demonstrating from 3:30 PM to about 5:15 PM. We hope that members of MoveOn will join the demonstration. In turn we will join MoveOn for their November 17th day of action, WE ARE THE 99% as they demonstrate at 5:30 PM at the John Wayne Airport - MacArthur Connection Bridge, 18622 MacArthur Blvd.

Nov 17 Thursday 4-7pm, Laguna Hills: MoveOn: We Are The 99% pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=124252
El Toro Rd & Avenida De La Carlota, El Toro Rd & Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Come and join us in Laguna Hills for our We Are The 99% event! We will meet on the corner of El Toro and Avenida De La Carlota (near Hwy 5) from 4pm to 7pm. Bring your favorite sign, and a chair if you want one. Show the world you are on the side of the 99%!

Nov 17 Thursday 5pm, Orange: MoveOn: We Are The 99% Infrastructure Rally moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=124209 Hart Park & Glassell Street Bridge, 701 South Glassell Street, Orange, CA 92866
We are gathering all across the nation, just before the Super Committee meets on November 23, to send a message to them, that our infrastructure is broken and needs to be fixed. By creating infrastructure jobs at crumbling schools and highways and roads and waterworks and bridges and dams, we can employ tens of thousands of people who are currently unemployed

Nov 17 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Irvine: As part of UCI's International Education Week, the International Studies Public Forum, in collaboration with the Center for the Study of Democracy, Center for Global Peace and Conflict Studies, and Interdisciplinary Center for the Scientific Study of Ethics and Morality, present "The Possibilities and Perils of the Arab Awakening",with Roger Cohen, New York Times Columnist
UC Irvine, Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100 For more information about the ISPF, please visit http://internationalstudies.ss.uci.edu/is_public_forum or contact Sandra Cushman, scushman@uci.edu or 949-824-3344.

Nov 17 Thursday 5:30-7pm, Irvine: MoveOn: We Are The 99% civic.moveon.org/event/weare99/124193
John Wayne Airport-MacArthur Connection Bridge: Across the street from 18622 MacArthur Blvd. in Irvine
In just a few days, the congressional "Super Committee" could announce a proposal with billions of dollars in job-killing cuts-instead of raising taxes on the 1%. we're working with SEIU, AFL-CIO, Occupy Wall Street, and other groups to organize hundreds of events for our "We Are The 99%" day on November 17. If we organize enough events, tens of thousands of Americans can maximize their voices a week before the Super Committee decision

Nov 17 Thursday 5:30pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com
Marian Jones' Home, 4527 Tremont Lane, Newport Beach, CA 92625 Please join us for our Thursday, Nov. 17th meeting. Our speaker will be Laguna Beach Mayor Toni Iseman at 6 PM at Marion Jones Cameo Shores home in CDM. As always, please bring food and drink for 2-4 and we will have plenty. I look forward to seeing everyone, Suzanne

Nov 17 Thursday 6pm, Dana Point: Progressives of South OC Dana Point Yacht Club
Crisynda Buss and Dr. Bill Honigman Health Care Reform in California: The political and practical considerations of the ongoing struggle for economic and social justice in healthcare. Social hour 6:00 - 7:00, program begins at 7 Please RSVP if you haven't already: SCNJ66@yahoo.com

Nov 17 Thursday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Equality Coalition third Annual Meeting of the Membership Reception: starting at 6:30 PM Meeting and Election: starting at 7 PM
Velvet Lounge, dining room 416 W. 4th St., Santa Ana
All current members of OCEC are requested to attend the Annual Meeting to elect new board members and conduct other business as may be necessary for the organization. OCEC strives to be a true community based, grassroots organization. To accomplish that, the Board of Directors looks to the membership as the ultimate authority for our existence. The selection of new directors is perhaps the most important role you, the membership, play in shaping and directing this vibrant accomplished organization.
only Supporting (PAID) Members are invited ocequality.org

Nov 18 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch with League The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict--The Two State Solution and the Protest Movements of 2011 Speaker: Prof. Nathan Gonzales, Political Science Dept., CSULB Call 949-400-2183 for required RSVP and cancellations by Nov. 17.
Coco's Restaurant, 151 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Nov 18 Friday 7pm, Huntington Beach: 'Teach Your Children Well' A film about Homophobia, Bullying and School Violence Huntington Beach Central Library, 7111 Talbert Ave
Sponsors: HB City Councilman Joe Shaw, HBUSD Board Member Bonnie Castrey, Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force and the Orange County Equality Coalition Admission: $5 - will benefit the programs of the Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force Teach Your Children Well is a documentary short (39 min) narrated by Emmy Award winning actress and comedienne, Lily Tomlin. The film explores the often tragic effects of homophobia, bullying, and school violence against LGBT young people. It tells its story through interviews with parents, teachers, students, and professionals from various gay and lesbian service organizations.

Nov 18 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: Inside Job Even if you read as much as possible about the financial crisis drama and its myriad players, you owe it to yourself - and your fellow citizens - to watch Inside Job. Recent recipient of the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, this startling film, directed by Charles Ferguson and narrated by Matt Damon, brings together as many pieces of the shattered puzzle as possible in its two hour runtime, presenting a cohesive portrait of the problems - from Wall Street to Washington to the Ivy League and everywhere in between - like no other feature before it.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 19 Saturday 9am-4pm, Santa Ana: Save the date Orange County Assembly on Immigration/Asamblea de Inmigración del Condado de Orange orangecountyassemblyonimmigration.eventbrite.com
A couple months ago a group of faith based organizations, local labor unions, and community organizations came together in an effort to discuss local policies impacting the immigrant community in Orange County as well as to share information on what our respective organizations have been working on regarding the issue of immigrant rights. This is how the idea was born to hold an Assembly on Immigration in Orange County.
Our vision is to provide information, resources, and develop a network between our respective organizations and our communities in order to build a strong count y wide coalition of pro-immigrant rights groups. Through the workshops, attendees will be provided with information on how to organize in their communities and impact or shape local policy regardless of their status.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704

Nov 19 Saturday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: Occupy Laguna Beach Laguna Beach - Main Beach 101 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach meetup.com/Dana-Point-Liberal-Women-40-Group/events/41025062

Nov 19 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC Annual Meeting au-oc.org Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters (Multi-purpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue (at Waterworks), Irvine, CA 92618*
Join us for our annual planning and pot luck lunch meeting. Come and discuss what our activities should be for 2012 and have some food with friends. For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com
*IRWD neither supports nor endorses the cause nor the activities of organizations which use the district's meeting rooms that are made available as a public service.

Nov 20 Sunday 1-6pm, Irvine: Phone bank for Nevada Come help us make calls into our bordering state of Nevada to get Obama supporters out to the Nevada Democratic Party Caucuses on January 21st, 2012.
3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92620 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/phonebank/gpzpk5

Nov 20 Sunday 3-5pm, Garden Grove: Orange County CA DISCLOSE Act Meeting yesfairelections.org/contacts/civicrm/event/info?id=294 Stop the hidden influence of Big Money with AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT
Join the California Clean Money Campaign's Orange County working group to help wage the campaign!

Nov 20 Sunday 4pm, Orange: Movie Screening of "How to Boil a Frog"
Chapman University, 1 University Dr., Orange, CA 4pm - Registration & Networking; 5pm - Movie Screening Donations gratefully accepted. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Join OCICE, SARAH and other socially and environmentally minded organizations for this humorous take on Global Warming. Special Guests: Jon Cooksey (Director, Co-Producer and Actor), President of Post Carbon Institute & former Mayor of Huntington Beach, Debbie Cook, and Vandy Savage (Co-Producer and Animation). We will have Q & A with our special guests after the movie.

Nov 20 Sunday 6pm, Newport Beach: Consider "Social Revolutions" (Part of the Q: How We Got Where We Are Today) meetup.com/bookclub-794/events/39906262 Private residence, rsvp for address
This month, you're invited to read any book that falls into the theme of "social revolution". Social revolutions are the agents of change, periods of dynamic action that together shape a big part of how our world got to be how it is today. Looking for suggestions? You could read a book about what was going on with civilization to allow the development of the major world religions, the development of the major social changes that took place in the 1960s, the Iranian and Nicaraguan revolutions in 1979, the French Revolution, the industrial revolution; or communism.

Nov 20 Sunday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: Transgender Day of Remembrance Christ Chapel Metropolitan Community Church, 720 N Spurgeon St.
The Orange County Equality Coalition, Courage Campaign, The Orange County Transgender Coalition, members of PFLAG and other organizations invite you to Orange County's 3rd annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. Please join us as we remember the the transgendered individuals who have lost their lives to transphobic violence There will be a candle light procession and vigil following the program.

Nov 21 Monday 7-9pm, Irvine: Emergency Meeting (Police Violence, Upcoming UC Regents Meeting) UCI HH 105
There will be an emergency meeting to discuss UCI's response to intense police violence across the UC campuses (UC Davis, UC Berkeley, and UCLA in particular). This will also be an organizing meeting to prepare for the upcoming UC Regents meeting. Links are posted below. Spread the word. "The Regents meeting that was canceled due to student and worker participation has been rescheduled to Nov 28, to be held by teleconferenced locations at UCSF-Mission Bay, UC Davis, UCLA, UC Merced, and Florida. They are voting on the 2012-2013 expenditures and budget, deferring and forcing student fee increases to a later meeting this year. UCI!! Let's organize and get folks out to UCLA! Tell your friends who are near Davis, SF, Merced, and Florida (if you can mobilize from across the country)." http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/regents/regmeet/nov28.html http://cucfa.org/ (Council of UC Faculty Associations condemns police actions) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmJmmnMkuEM&feature=youtu.be (Trigger warning for intense police brutality at UCD) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buovLQ9qyWQ (Trigger warning for intense police brutality at UCB. This was at their Nov 9th rally)
[Update] Due to the amount of folks that are interested in attending, we might need to move to a larger space. Try to show up on time so we can discuss possible options. If we end up moving, we will post a sign on the door and send out an email. You may also text this number and someone will be able to help you. 510-996-2643 Hope to see you tonight. bring your energy, some proposals for actions, and your lovely selves. e there will also be a facilitation meeting prior to the 7 PM meeting. If you want to get involved with the organizational structure of the meeting itself, come swing by the pub at 6. you may also call or text the above number to get more details! Solidarity, Take Back UCI

Nov 22 Tuesday 5pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana will be holding a flash mob. We are composing a quick flash mob at 5 pm today in Wal Mart! We are going to speak about workers rights and company policy! We need as many people as possible to meet us at Occupy Orange County headquarters at 4pm today to organize and coordinate! This is going to be fun and empowering and will only take 2 hours of your time!!! Please call Charles at 714-737-2965 if you cannot meet at 4 and would like to come directly to Wal Mart, or would like to review what we plan to say. Let's get this party crackin!

Nov 22 Tuesday 5-9pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Attends Irvine's City Council Meeting Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
We are on the agenda! Please come down and show your support.

Nov 22 Tuesday 7:30-9pm, Irvine: Shared Service Of Thanksgiving with featured speakers from the Olive Tree Initiative with Irvine United Congregational Church at University Synagogue: 3400 Michelson Drive Irvine. Phone: 949-553-3535
Jewish-Christian dialogue on "The World We Live In" Led by Rabbi Rachlis and Reverend Paul Tellstrom Pre-Thanksgiving service with keynote speakers: UCI Jewish, Christian and Muslim "Olive Tree" students who recently traveled to Israel and the West Bank. They will be speaking on "Bringing Peace To The Middle East"

Nov 24-25 Thursday 10pm-Friday 10am, Irvine: Occupy Orange County Blackout Friday Meet at the Irvine Civic Center at 10pm Nov 24th Demonstration at 10:30pm at South Coast Plaza
This is for anyone who might be interested in joining us at south coast plaza Thursday night at 1030PM for some marching on one of Americas richest malls! We are going to meet at 1 civic center plaza Irvine Ca. at 10pm Thursday night and carpool over to the mall at around 1030pm. most stores open at midnight. Park in the parking lot behind the Civic Center. we have permission to park there, just not in the green stalls... Our thought of plan was to dress like you would at work... (any job will do) and walk around with the bags of our oppressors chained up together with (plastic) chains that have the BofA and Chase and Visa logos on them with signs on our backs that says debt slave...

Nov 25 Friday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: DON'T OCCUPY WALMART - RED FRIDAY AS IN NO MONEY at Wal-Mart's Superstore, 3600 W Mcfadden Ave Santa Ana, CA 92704
Please join Occupy Orange County CA @ Irvine and Occupy Orange County @ Santa Ana and many other Orange County cities in a joint effort to demonstrate in solidarity in front of Wal-Mart's Super Store at 3600 W McFadden Ave, Santa Ana at 11:00 AM. We are picketing due to the heavy contributions to political campaigns and lobbyists as well as their harsh treatment of employees. As if shopping Friday is not enough, they want their employees to leave their families on Thanksgiving to be present to open the doors even earlier on Thanksgiving for holiday shopping. occupy-oc.org occupyorangecounty.com

[canceled] Nov 25 ~~Friday 8-11pm, Irvine~~: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: What Would Jesus Buy? [Canceled] revbilly.com/work/what-would-jesus-buy youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=YTwkHEzbwdA Due to so many people being out of town and the action initiatives on Thur and Friday, and we have the GA work group meeting at 5 PM, we decided to cancel the movie.

Nov 26 Saturday 8-11am, Costa Mesa: Asociación de Jornaleros De Costa Mesa As you probably have heard, the Redondo Beach day laborers won their litigation with the city, which is good news for us in Costa Mesa. The anti-jornalero law has been suspended for the last two years, thanks to the efforts of the workers in resistance, the attorneys at the ACLU and the local organizers. However, now that the Redondo Beach case has been settled, we are entering the new phase of litigation in Costa Mesa. We need help getting the word out and mobilizing the plaintiffs in this suit. Please let us know if and when you can help visit the corners. The next scheduled visit is Sat. morning Nov. 12.
JUNTAS CON LOS ABOGADOS, EL COLECTIVO TONANTZIN Y LA ASOCIACIóN DE JORNALEROS
17th y Placentia
Placentia y Victoria
Newport y Mesa
(951)378-0128

Nov 26 Saturday 4-6pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) The Real History of Thankstaking w/film screening "Invasion of the Coast" Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Nov 27 Sunday 5:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine Board meeting and Open House on Sunday, November 27. Board meeting 4:30-5:30 (all members welcome) and Open House 5:30 on.
Sharon Toji's house, 3 Brisbane Way, Irvine. Please rsvp so i can plan lots of food! Board members: I need to hear from you! Are you coming? htoji@cox.net irvinedemocraticaction.org

[canceled] Nov 27 Sunday 7pm, Irvine: Because a significant contingent of Irvine Occupants will be headed to LA on Sunday night, there will NOT be a GA Sunday evening.
The Irvine Occupation will be sending as many people as available to LA on Sunday night to witness and/or participate in the show of solidarity pending a likely midnight 'raid' by the LAPD. Please get to LA by 10pm and be prepared to observe, or participate as you see fit. Anyone who wants to carpool with the Irvine folks, should be at 1 Civic Center Plaza by 7pm and ask for Kyle.

Nov 28 Monday 7am, Irvine: Wear Black in Solidarity. Attend your local UC Regents MTG & Demand a VOICE! https://twitter.com/#!/ASUCI_EVP https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AhG1wsCu-0H3dFNnaFpMeU5lUXFkUHNXbGxUWVRMaGc#gid=0

Nov 28 Monday noon-5pm, Costa Mesa: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Orange Coast College - Free Speech Commons For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Nov 28 Monday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana City Council police community room at 60 Civic Center Plaza
MIC CHECK! We're going to occupy the next Santa Ana City Council meeting! Last time we were there we had over 20 people giving fiery, passionate, touching speeches. We will continue to request that we be allowed any equipment necessary in a free speech protest in this city. We will continue fighting for our 1st Amendment rights and occupying City Council meetings until we get what was guaranteed to us in our constitution. We are not giving up!
P.S. We meet nightly at Liberation Plaza for General Assembly at 7:30 pm. Please come to one of the meetings to get debriefed on where we are in the movement and what you cant do to help. ALL ARE ENCOURAGED TO SPEAK IN FRONT OF CITY COUNCIL!

Nov 28 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Nov 28 Monday 7-10pm, Irvine: Emergency Debriefing Meeting Post-UC Regents UCI HH 143
We will be debriefing after the UC Regents meeting at UCLA. We will also be checking in with the committees to see their progress on work. If you would like to sign up for a committee, please message Take Back UCI with your NON-UCI email to get plugged in with individual meetings, actions, and organizing.

Nov 29 Tuesday noon-6pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Golden West College (near the library and student union) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Nov 29 Tuesday 5pm, Irvine: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Peet's Coffee, 3972 Barranca Parkway, Irvine CA 92606
pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-orange-county-chapter-november-2011-meeting Please join us . . . and please note earlier time to accommodate those wanting to go to Occupy OC Irvine GA at 7PM

Nov 29 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Tom Hayden: Economic Democracy and Alternative Futures UC Irvine, Humanities Gateway, Room 1030 Contact for Further Information: Alfredo Carlos, alfredoc@uci.edu chicanolatinostudies.uci.edu/node/11636

Nov 29 Tuesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Banning Ranch Conservancy Neighborhood Meeting. Hosted by Michelle Simpson. Light appetizers, desserts will be served. Feel free to bring something but not required. Purpose: to educate and raise awareness regarding the Sunset Ridge Park project, the 19^th Street widening and bridge issue and the Banning Ranch development. We will brainstorm ways to let elected officials know we want to preserve our neighborhood, identify actions and ask for commitments to these actions. If you have any questions please call Michelle at 949-280-2670.

Nov 30 Wednesday noon-1:30pm, Orange: WalMart workers & OCLF briefing working together to gain respect for all WalMart associates
The Orange County Labor Federation, CLUE, and Organization United for Respect at Walmart (Our Walmart) invite you to hear firsthand from Walmart Associates and their fight for respect on the job. Learn how you can join the movement for change at Walmart.
309 N. Rampart St. Suite A. Orange, CA 92868 Please RSVP by replying to priscilla@oclabor.org or call Joline Vela at (714)385-1534.

Nov 30 Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Garden Grove: LULAC Council Meeting If you are planning to attend please RSVP or contact: Angelina Madrid: michinmadrid@gmail.com, (714) 876-7639
Coco's Bakery & Restaurant 12032 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, 92840

Nov 30 Wednesday 7pm, Long Beach: Conscious Cinema proudly presents This Is What Democracy Looks Like
This amazing documentary, using film shot by 100 citizen journalists, covers the 1999 protest of the World Trade Organization in Seattle, Washington. What really happened? The media covering those amazing days reported riots and property damage. The police said they "exercised remarkable restraint" and "did not use tear gas". What is clear is that an unprecedented coalition of labor, environmental, and human rights activists converged on the city of Seattle and shut the WTO down. Find out what happened in THEIR words.
Gatsby Books, 5535 E. Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90808 (in the 24 Hour Fitness Parking Lot) (562) 208-5862 Open Donation to keep the doors of Conscious Cinema open Conscious Cinema: Without Awareness, There Can Be No Peace

Dec 1 Thursday noon-1:30pm, Newport Beach: MoveOn 99% Congressional Speak-Out Outside of John Campbell's Newport Beach Office (near 610 Newport Center Drive)
While the 99% have been busy taking on Wall Street, Washington--and Republicans specifically--have done zilch to create jobs. Once again, we face the same fight we've faced all year long: stopping cuts that hurt the 99% and making the 1% pay their fair share to create jobs. civic.moveon.org/event/99speakout/124723

Dec 1 Thursday noon-4pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Huntington Beach Main Library, 7111 Talbert (between Goldenwest and Gothard) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 1 Thursday 3pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Think Tank Committee Get money out of politics
Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Dec 1 Thursday 5pm, Orange: MoveOn 99% Congressional Reach Out civic.moveon.org/event/99speakout/124738
We will meet in front of Ed Royce's office, 1110 E. Chapman Ave., Orange , CA 92866 at 5:00PM. Bring signage that emphasizes Jobs not Cut and that the Super Committee has failed to serve the US citizens and help in creating jobs. We must make our Congress stand to attention and start serving the people that they were elected to represent. WHERE ARE THE JOBS????

Dec 1 (1^st Thursday) 7pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County Monthly Meeting: The Occupy Movement in Orange County
Sizzler, 1401 No. Harbor Blvd. Fullerton Come at 6 and enjoy food and friends prior to the meeting
One or more representatives who planned and have been managing the Occupy OC in Irvine and Santa Ana will speak at the meeting. Learn about how the movement is organized, who participates, and the activities that it has generated. You will be asked to share your thoughts about the movement and the possibility of a round-the-clock protest "village" in Fullerton. democratsofnorthoc.org

Dec 1 Thursday 7-8pm, Santa Ana: On World AIDS Day, Author Shines Light on Forgotten Era Award-winning director Kergan Edwards-Stout will pay tribute to those lost through a reading and book signing of his first novel, Songs for the New Depression, with 30% of the event proceeds being donated to AIDS Services Foundation/Orange County. at Church of the Foothills, 19211 Dodge Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please go to kerganedwards-stout.com/songs or call (714)552-2348.

Dec 1 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Free Movie Night: "V For Vendetta" St. Mathias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier 90602.
Set against the futuristic landscape of totalitarian Britain, V For Vendetta tells the story of a mild-mannered young woman named Evey (NATALIE PORTMAN) who is rescued from a life-and-death situation by a masked man (HUGO WEAVING) known only as "V." Incomparably charismatic and ferociously skilled in the art of combat and deception, V ignites a revolution when he urges his fellow citizens to rise up against tyranny and oppression. As Evey uncovers the truth about V's mysterious background, she also discovers the truth about herself - and emerges as his unlikely ally in the culmination of his plan to bring freedom and justice back to a society fraught with cruelty and corruption. Sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. More info: 562-587-6270 or 562-233-8579. To learn more about the film: thefuelfilm.com

Dec 1 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Cost: Free. Refreshements will be served.

Dec 1 Thursday 7:30pm, Orange: Death Penalty Focus offers a training session on soliciting signatures Saint Joseph Center, classroom 4, 480 South Batavia Street, Orange, 92868 For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 2 Friday 6-9pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West OC Holiday Dinner Celebration and Fundraiser Door opens at 6 PM, with dinner at 6:30, and the event ends around 8:30 PM Location: Fountain Valley. Directions will be sent to you once RSVP received We'll have a short speech by Huntington Beach Councilmember Joe Shaw. Since this is a holiday, we've brought in Kurt Weitzmann, who has been performing comedy for over fifteen years.
To pay by mail: Mail check to DCOWC at: PO Box 20036, Fountain Valley, CA 92728: Include : Names of the attendees If you wish to pay online, go to dcwoc.org and click on ActBlu

Dec 2 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Pwoje Espwa" (Hope in Haiti) Discussion will be led by Dee Orlowski from Free the Kids
In 1998 Father Marc Boisvert founded Pwoje Espwa in southern Haiti. He rented a small house and filled it with street boys. Now they have over 600 children living on a huge property outside the city of Les Cayes. There are six schools, a carpenters' workshop, an agricultural center, a small medical facility, an all-purpose space for chapel services, theater productions... In thirteen years a miracle has been taking place in southern Haiti. http://pwojeespwa.blogspot.com/
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Dec 2 Friday 7:30-10pm, Buena Park: Arab American Democrats Kick-Off Dinner secure.actblue.com/page/aadcadinner Guests will include elected officials, candidates, California Democratic Party officials, and Arab community members
Golden Nights, 7115 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620 To RSVP contact Rohnda Ammouri at (714) 584-5255 or arabamericandemocratsca@gmail.com

Dec 2 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: Zeitgeist - Moving Forward by director Peter Joseph, is a feature length documentary work which presents a case for a transition out of the current socioeconomic monetary paradigm which governs the entire world society. This subject matter transcends the issues of cultural relativism and traditional ideology and moves to relate the core, empirical "life ground" attributes of human and social survival, extrapolating those immutable natural laws into a new sustainable social paradigm called a "Resource-Based Economy". Post Movie Discussion Facilitator: Ryan Johnson
Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie. Plumber Hall, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Dec 3 Saturday 9am-2pm, Irvine: Youth Conference on AIDS theafricaproject.com
Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Road
The Conference is Free to all High School and College Students in Irvine. Hosted by The Africa Project, the High School Youth Action Team, UCI AIDS Fundamentals Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Irvine and the Irvine Prevention Coalition Conference sponsors are needed. Write to tap@theafricaproject.com

Dec 3 Saturday 11am-1:30pm, Mission Viejo: South OC Democratic Club 2011 Annual Richard J. O'Neill Membership Brunch socdc.org We are Proud to welcome Jose Solorio As our special guest and keynote speaker. Assemblyman Solorio represents Central Orange County
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club 26772 Avery Parkway, Mission Viejo Brunch Price $32- Cash Bar Early Bird Special-Payment received by Nov. 18, $28 Payments after Nov. 30 and at the door $38
Pay Online at: https://secure.actblue.com/page/holidaybrunch2011 Or mail check payable to SOCDC P.O. Box 3633 Mission Viejo, Ca. 92692 Note: Early Bird checks must be received by 11/18

Dec 3 Saturday noon-4pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Huntington Beach Main Library, 7111 Talbert (between Goldenwest and Gothard) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 3 Saturday 2-4pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) CONNECT WITH RESPECT: Compassionate Communication in Real Life Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
Speak your truth while respecting others. Connect across differences. Empathize effectively. Stay peaceful, sane, and even joyful in the struggle. A short intro to the principles and practice of Compassionate (Nonviolent) Communication, created by Marshall Rosenberg. Interactive, engaging, and transformative.
Led by Rev. Dr. Terry LePage, a committed peacemaker who has offered training and coaching in Compassionate Communication since 2006. She also has experience in Leadership for Organizational Transformation, and Nonviolent Parenting. opendoorcommunication.org/open-door-communication/about-Terry-LePage.htm

Dec 4 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Apologies again to anyone that tried to come to AW last month. There is nothing on the Huntington Beach calendar that should interfere with our setup this month, though some may enjoy the "Light A Light of Love - Pier Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Parade " that will take place between 4 and 7PM (parade should get to lower Main street after we've packed up). Weather forecast is for a slight overcast and a high around 63.
Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home", keeps rolling along even as we look forward to the removal of the last 'combat troops' from Iraq this month. Come help or just visit.
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 4:30PM to help take it down.
We need to remind the public of the continuing conflicts and sacrifices, as well as being there for service members and families in need of help. We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. Due to the short days we will likely start breakdown a bit earlier at about 4:30PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 5:15.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you, of course, are welcome without replying first.

Dec 4 Sunday noon-4pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North OC Holiday Party and Fun-Raiser Luncheon at Angelo's & Vinci's Ristorante. The DNOC is kicking off the Holiday Season and raising funds to try and open a Campaign Headquarters for 2012! We will also be collecting children's books to donate. Cost: $40 per person ($30 before Nov 23rd) or $70 per couple ($55 before Nov 23rd).
RSVP to: Peter Anderson at petedem04@gmail.com 714.446.9283 or Jeanne Moffitt at 562.694.4208 Send checks payable to DNOC to: DNOC c/o Tammi McIntyre, 118 Chestnut Pl., Fullerton, CA 92832

Dec 4 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Green Party of OC: guest speaker Emahn of the Outreach Committee representing Occupy OC Irvine occupy-oc.org. Midway through the meeting we will carpool to the site of Occupy Irvine, located in front of the Irvine Civic Center at: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine (Corner of Alton and Harvard) to speak directly with participants.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, 92618 (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Dec 4 Sunday 4-5pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Get the Money out Of Politics Meeting
Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Dec 4 Sunday 5-8pm, Newport Beach: Democratic Foundation of OC 2011 Annual Membership Dinner At the beautiful Balboa Bay Club & Resort in Newport Beach.
This Year's Honorees Include: The Honorable John A. Pérez Speaker of the California State Assembly - Wylie A. Aitken Excellence in Leadership Award; The Honorable John Chiang California State Controller - Richard J. O'Neill Excellence in Service Award. $180 Individual Tickets Click here to reserve your ticket online using our secure page! If you prefer to mail in a check, click here to download a printable form.

Dec 5 Monday 12:30pm, Newport Beach: League of Women Voters of Orange Coast Board Meeting St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660 For information 562-592-1606

Dec 5 Monday 5-6pm, Newport Coast: Tell Mitt Romney he is not Welcome in OC Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 Pelican Hill Road South Newport Coast, CA 92657 MEETING SPOT: 5:00 p.m. in the Starbucks parking lot at 21155 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657 Cross Streets: San Joaquin Hills Rd. and Newport Coast Dr. There will be vans to shuttle people up to the Resort. Or meet at the resort at 5 pm. This is a chance for us to let Romney know that his policies are not welcome in California! We will be gather to say no to the GOP politics for the wealthy! oclabor.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=76

Dec 5 Monday 6-7pm, Orange: Democratic Club of Central Orange County Annual Holiday Party Tartan Room, 2652 N. Tustin, Orange democratsofcentraloc.org

Dec 6 Tuesday 4:30-7:30pm, Anaheim: Candlelight Action for Anaheim's Homeless The Poverty Task Force has been organizing for over three years to increase services for the at-risk and homeless communities in Anaheim. The group is at a critical point in moving forward with the City Council. Join us as we hold candles together outside of City Hall in solidarity with our homeless brothers and sisters from 4.30-5, then at 5 we will enter the council chambers and have four speakers share our message. For more information, contact Kerry at 714.612.5028 or kerry@occcopico.org
Anahiem city hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

Dec 6 Tuesday 5:30pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village is celebrating 30 Years Of Social Activism lagunawoodsvillage.com//images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/Dinner%20Flyer%20invitation%202011.pdf

Dec 6 Tuesday 7-8pm, Tustin: OC NOW Holiday Party Rutabegorz Restaurant (158 West Main Street in Tustin) RSVP: Kim Salter (kimsalter@cox.net)
There is no cost for this event - you simply order off the restaurant's menu. However, we have a raffle and silent auction with all sorts of wonderful items that we hope you'll bid on. In addition to purchasing some beautifully unique gifts, you'll be funding our work in 2012. By supporting our holiday dinner, you'll ensure we can purchase and deliver a new set of "herstory" gazettes in 2012 as well as host three new events. Those events include a film screening and Q&A session with the filmmakers from a fascinating new documentary, "No Girls Allowed" which chronicles a group of women who in 1983 went all the way to the Supreme Court to win admittance to an all boys public high school. We'll also host an informational program entitled, "Do you know what you're putting in and on your body" with experts from the FDA and industry watchdog groups. And because 2012 is going to be such an important election year, we'll collaborate with other local women's groups and polling experts to discuss how to message choice here in Orange County. nowoc.org

Dec 6 Tuesday 7pm, Garden Grove: Campaign for Healthy CA OC Meeting Please join us for discussion on updates and actions for Single Payer in California. Home of John Goodman and Pauline Merry 9472 Central Ave, Garden Grove 92844
Topics: Report from state steering committee meeting 11/18 Reports from representatives of member organizations Proposed local actions/projects: * lobbying * outreach * education Please bring your ideas and suggestions, and a pot luck snack food item to share.

Dec 6 Tuesday 7:30pm, Orange: Cousins Club of OC: "What's Going On With Israel / Palestine?" Our speaker is Dr. Yigal Arens, Deputy Director of the Information Science Institute, member of Women in Black - L.A. and a long time activist for peace and justice in Israel-Palestine. Questions and Discussion will follow.
We are meeting this month at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim. 511 S. Harbor Blvd, Anaheim. It is a few miles North of Disneyland at the Southwest corner of Harbor Blvd and Santa Ana St. 714.758.1050 Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2012 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Dec 7 Wednesday 11:30am, Irvine: 2011 Planned Parenthood Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker Laurie Levenson Nationally renowned criminal legal scholar and commentator "Misplaced Trust: Are the Courts Protecting Women's Health?" Special Guest Hector Villagra Executive Director of the ACLU of Southern California
Irvine Hyatt 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine

Dec 7 Wednesday 6pm, Orange: labor union meeting for the Port Blockade Orange County Labor Federation 309 N. Rampart Street Suite A, Orange, 92868

Dec 7 Wednesday 6:30pm, Huntington Beach: 3rd Annual Holiday Potluck - Goodbye - Hello Dinner (Goodbye 67th & 68th and Hello 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance).
Will be held at International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Ave, HB 92649 Turkey will be served. You bring a favorite dish or dessert to share. We are suggesting a donation of $10 help us cover costs. We need you to become a Charter member of the new 72nd ADA. Contact Co-Chairs Muhammad Amin at 714-356-2383 or muhammadamin12318@yahoo.com or Jim Benson at 714-396-6199 or jamessliverfox@aol.com

Dec 7 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: MFSO meeting. Bring family
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have a private room.
We Will be discussing the role of MFSO and the Occupy movement along with our upcoming Holiday Packages for the troops packing party this Saturday and other events. We hope you have been able to collect some items to send and will be able to bring them. Our usual place, Trader Joes and Whole Foods would not let us solicit this year, so we are very low on goods and it's going to be a cold winter, as you know in Afghanistan . Again your input is welcome
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035
Ed Garza Military Families Speak Out Orange County Chapter 714-317-3969

Dec 7 Wednesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-OC Regular Meeting. Candidate guests are Julio Perez and Michele Martinez in the 69th Assembly District. (Tom Daly will speak in January.).
Irvine Councilmember Larry Agran will comment on Occupy OC Irvine and the impact of the Occupy movement in OC and beyond.
Plus, we will hear from DFA-OC members active in Occupy Orange County (Irvine) on the movement's focus and future. Since it's the holidays and time to take care of people, we will have two collections: #1) Catholic Worker Isaiah House in Santa Ana: coffee, white athletic socks, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, drink mixes. #2) Military Families Speak Out holiday packages for service people in Iraq and Iran: cookies, candy, peanut butter pretzels, vienna sausage, CDs, paperbacks, prepaid phone cards. Please bring items to the meeting or contact Susan Kopicki for pickup at sckopicki@gmail.com. Social time starts at 6:15 pm, meeting at 7:15. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa.

Dec 8 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Laguna Beach: Transition Laguna Beach Night - 'Forks Over Knives' Transition Laguna is starting a 2nd Thursday of the month education/awareness series consisting of movies, speakers and workshops. The series will cover everything from water, food, energy, mobility and much more. The inaugural session starts next Thursday at Bridge Hall at the Congregational Church at the corner of St. Anns and Glenneyre (parking behind). $5 suggested donation
It starts at 6:30 with a pot luck accompanied with your spirit raising libations. Please bring plates, utensils, and glasses. There is a kitchen for clean up.
The movie, which starts at 7:30, is the critically acclaimed "Forks Over Knives" which examines the profound claim by a pair of pioneering nutritional researchers, Dr. T. Colin Campbell (author of The China Study) and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, that most, if not all of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods

Dec 8 Thursday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Foley's 3rd Annual Holiday Soiree and Charity Benefit Mesa Restaurant (in The Camp), 725 Baker St, Costa Mesa 92626.
Newport-Mesa School Board Trustee Katrina Foley's 3rd Annual Holiday Soiree will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank and One Coat Drive, which provides coats for children and the homeless. Cocktail attire. Individual tickets $25, with host opportunities of $249, $500, and $1500. Visit KatrinaFoley.com for more information and online payment.

Dec 8 Thursday 7:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Primary GA at Civic Center
Important to organize for Monday port closure protest (time, location, rides, and who will be going)
If you will not be attending Mondays action that does not mean you shouldn't come other actions are taking place after Monday.

Dec 9 Friday 7pm, Anaheim: The Social Justice Committee of the UU Church in Anaheim cordially invites you to join us for our free monthly Program for Progressives December's program: Debbie Cook, former mayor of Huntington Beach, will speak on Thriving in Economic Transition:
Ours is not the first culture to face uncertain times and an unknowable future. But how we respond is up to us. We can either focus on surviving or thriving. Debbie will explore the circumstances underlying our gloomy dispositions and examine opportunities to re-frame ourselves and our communities as we come to terms with economic transition.
511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, Ca. 92805 contact: 714 991-8323

Dec 9 Friday 7pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Café Movie Night Presents: Beyond the Call goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-caf-movie-night-presents-beyond-call-2011-12-09
In an Indiana Jones meets Mother Teresa adventure, three middle-aged men, former soldiers and modern-day knights travel the world delivering life-saving humanitarian aid directly into the hands of civilians and doctors. Event is café style - Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beer and wine refreshments. Wine glasses will be provided, however, please bring your own utensils and plates.
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Dec 10 (2^nd Saturday) 9:45am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [Location change]
WHERE: In Solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street movement, The OC Peace Coalition will be moving our meeting in Irvine to the site of the Irvine Occupation, at 1 Civic Center Plaza We are also meeting 15 minutes earlier to better accommodate other occupation activities.
In the event of rain, we will meet at the old 10 am time, at the old location: The Friends meeting house at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Dec 10 Saturday 2-4pm, Irvine: Prof. Mark Levine: Tehrir Square Arab Springs Experience 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine Presented by Occupy OC (Irvine)

Dec 10 Saturday 5-6pm, Irvine: "Nuclear Power-They get the profit, We get the risk" Presenters will be Gary Headrick & Marion Pack, both with San Onofre Safety and San Clemente Green, to raise awareness about our own potential Fukushima USA just a few miles away sanonofresafety.org 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine Presented by Occupy OC (Irvine)

Dec 10 Saturday Long Beach: Military Families Speak Out Packing Party to prepare holiday gift packages for military troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Call 562-522-4241 for time and location. Items needed include food (beef jerky, nuts, trail mix, tuna lunch kits, canned tuna, breakfast and snack bars, pop tarts, fruit snacks, roll-ups, dried fruit, powdered drink mix, cookies, candy, peanut butter filled pretzels, Ramen packets, Vienna sausages, instant popcorn and oatmeal); non food items (DVDs, CDs, paperback books, magazines, AA batteries, pens, envelopes, writing tablets, deodorant, t-shirts, sunscreen prepaid phone cards, chapstick, other small personal care items). Also needed: donations of $12.50 per box for shipping.

Dec 10 Saturday 6-8pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: What Would Jesus Buy? The holidays are fast approaching. Let us celebrate with our traditional holiday not-quite-a-potluck.
at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. Note: If you haven't Note: been to one of our meeting lately, there is construction going on in the parking lot. You must enter through the Waterworks Way driveway to park. Then follow the walkway to the door where we normally enter.
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. If you can, bring a dish to share, we will provide coffee and tea. 6:30 PM: Planning session for Occupying the Courts on January 20th. We must demand an amendment declaring that corporations are NOT people. The Citizen's United decision must be overturned! 7:15 PM: What Would Jesus Buy? 8:00 PM: Discussion and Party time
Let's celebrate the Rebirth of Democracy that began this year: The Arab Spring, The People's Revolt in Wisconsin, The Occupy Movement. For a lighter look at the evils of over-consumption, we will view the movie "What Would Jesus Buy"

Dec 11 Sunday 10am-1pm, Irvine: Amnesty International's Global Write-a-thon | Write for Rights
The Orange County AI chapter together with Irvine United Congregational Church will host letter-writing from 10am to 1pm at 4915 Alton Pkwy., Irvine, CA. amnestyusa.org/writeathon

Dec 11 Sunday 11am-2pm, Irvine: The Africa Project Annual Holiday Brunch theafricaproject.com Caspian Event Center, 14100 Culver Drive Tickets are $45 each

Dec 11 Sunday 2-4pm, Garden Grove: Stop the hidden influence of Big Money with AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT Join the California Clean Money Campaign's Orange County working group to help wage the campaign! Orange County has a key role in passing AB 1148, so come help with our local outreach plan for endorsements, petitions, and letting the public know!
Private Residence Garden Grove, CA 92844 (near Garden Grove Blvd & Gilbert St.) It is helpful to know how many to plan for. So please ... CLICK here to RSVP and view more details plus an online map An introduction of AB 1148 with Q&A will occur in the first 15 minutes

Dec 11 Sunday 2-7pm, Anaheim: Dolores Huerta Foundation $15 fundraiser doloreshuerta.org/event/26/dhf-holiday-party-in-anaheim
195 Downtown Grill, 195 Center Street Promenade Anaheim, 92805

Dec 12 Monday 5am, Long Beach: West Coast Port Shut Down Harry Bridges Park 1126 Queens Hwy westcoastportshutdown.org

Dec 12 Monday 6pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting + holiday party The meeting will start at 6pm, and the holiday party at 7pm. It's a potluck so, bring your favorite dish. DPOC will contribute a ham.
Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Dec 12 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Paul Leon is our quest speaker. Members encouraged to support his org which is: IFhomeless.org
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

Dec 13 Tuesday noon-2pm, Santa Ana: Planning Meeting of our Janitors National Day of Action December 15th is our Nat'l Day of Actions in protest of ICE raids on union shops. We will be marching to ICE headquarters in Santa Ana bring attention to this issue. We will be using the "Occupy ICE" theme in a creative way that brings attention to this worker issue. You can view this video from our San Diego action to see what we may be able to replicate in Santa Ana. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXKT295lGyc&feature=youtu.be We are meeting to plan at our Local 1200 N. Main suite 900 Santa Ana CA 92701 (lunch will be provided)

Dec 14 Wednesday 6-9pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Holiday Party (Please note: This party starts one hour earlier than usual.) Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 ($5 at the door)
Club members and their guests are cordially invited to the annual holiday party Come for good food, great raffle prizes and surprises! Entertainment: Political Parodies by Talented Club Members Gift certificates, comestibles, wine, and other goodies as raffle prizes
At this special time of the year, do unto others...please bring checks or nonperishable food items for donation to South County Outreach and help those less fortunate. give generously from your heart. thanks For more information, contact Susan Dearing at 855-6965. lw-dems.org

Dec 14 Wednesday 6:30-10pm, Irvine: Someone Cares Soup Kitchen Happy Hour Fundraiser Posch Restaurant, 18912 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA 92612 http://OCSoupKitchen.org http://someonecareskitchen.org/

Dec 14 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club Holiday Party Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach, 429 Cypress Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com

Dec 14 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: The New 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance (72ADA) (comprised of Seal Beach, Rossmoor, Los Alamitos, Westminster, Midway City, Fountain Valley and potions of Huntington Beach, Garden Grove and Santa Ana) will hold officer elections and finalize the new Bylaws on Wednesday December 14. The meeting, set to begin at 7PM will be at the IAMAW, (Machinists) 5402 Bolsa Ave., Huntington Beach. Contact Roz Freeeman - refreewoman@isp.com or 714 262 2314 if you need more information

Dec 15 Thursday 10:30am, Santa Ana: Protest to defend workers against ICE meet at SEIU, 1200 N. Main St, Suite 900, Santa Ana We will be marching to ICE headquarters in Santa Ana bring attention to this issue. We will be using the "Occupy ICE" theme in a creative way that brings attention to this worker issue

Dec 15 Thursday 4pm, Laguna Niguel: Health Care For All - O.C. working group Among other things, our agenda "might" include *Plan frequency and gist of full HCA meetings (maybe quarterly) * Upcoming events re: healthcare reform * Legislative action we can take * HCA statewide committees to consider *January lobby day in Sacramento * State of SB810 * Working with CHC (Campaign for Healthy California) Crisynda lives at 25212 Spindlewood in Laguna Niguel. 949-249-1345

Dec 15 Thursday 4-7pm, Costa Mesa: ¡VICTORIA A LOS JORNALEROS! La cuidad de Costa Mesa criminalizó a los jornaleros en dic. 2005. Sin embargo, la comunidad resistió este ataque racista. En 2009 un juez suspendió la ley gracias a una demanda de parte de la Asociación de Jornaleros de Costa Mesa y el Colectivo Tonantzin. Mientras tanto, los jornaleros de Redondo Beach en Los Ángeles resistieron una ley parecida, y el mes pasado lograron eliminarla a través de su litigio. Una victoria para los derechos de ellos nos ayuda a acabar con la ley racista de Costa Mesa una vez por siempre.
Toda la familia está invitada: SON JAROCHO EN VIVO POZOLE PELÍCULA: "JORNALEROS EN LUCHA" INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LOS DERECHOS
Costa Mesa: la cuadra 790 Shalimar Dr. 92627 (se recomienda estacionar en la Newton Way) Para más información: (714)381-5331

Dec 15 Thursday 6pm, Capistrano Beach: Progressives of South Orange County Please join us for our Holiday Party
Agostino's Ristorante Italiano by the Sea 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy # 100, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624 (Look for us in the back room behind the bar) RSVP to SCNJ66@yahoo.com

Dec 15 Thursday 6-8pm, Newport Coast: Orange County Young Democrats Holiday Party Fundraiser/Membership Drive A the home of Abe and Behi Kazemi Newport Coast, CA Address provided among RSVP Please RSVP to info@ocyd.org
Please note that this event will be in lieu of our regularly scheduled meeting. We will not be meeting on Thursday, December 8th.

Dec 16 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch with League featuring Professor Toni Sullivan on "Our New Health Care Legislation-The Untold Story." Dr. Sullivan is Professor and Dean Emeritus of the Sinclair School of Nursing at the University of Missouri. She will present a talk on the many benefits of the new health care law - advantages that far outweigh the flaws which can be amended. RSVP required by Thursday, Dec 15 with menu choice, notification of cancellation, or questions/information. Call Barbara Wood 949-400-2183 or e-mail Barbara Wood barbj@sbcglobal.net.

Dec 16 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: How to Boil a Frog is an eco-comedy that gives an overview of the Big Mess We're In - environment, energy, economic - and lays out a set of personal solutions that will make your life better and save civilization as a by-product. howtoboilafrog.com
Q&A with Jon Cooksey, director and producer of the movie, via skype from London at 10pm
Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604-8606

Dec 16 Fridays 9pm, Santa Ana: CINEMA PARADISO OCUPADO How to Boil a Frog 207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano
In conjunction with Friday G.A. and Action Art evening, Occupy Santa Ana will be screening the documentary "How to Boil a Frog", in the gallery. This is the same film that is being showcased at the Irvine Occupy Film screening tonight.

Dec 17 Saturday 10am-3pm, Diamond Bar: Warm the Homeless Christmas Fair/Boutique. Vendor space is free with donation of two unwrapped toy/gift for children ages 5-18 years. Warm the Homeless, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) corporation committed to warming and feeding the homeless, disenfranchised and low income families in the Diamond Bar community. To participate or for more info, contact Don De Leon at 949/670-8861 or Mary Barta at 310/780-2912.

Dec 17 Saturday 2pm, Costa Mesa: in solidarity with D-17, the 3 month anniversary of Occupy Wall Street, we are going to stage a protest in front of South Coast Plaza this Saturday December 17(today) on the corner of Bristol & Anton by Scott's Restaurant. We will be meeting at the parking structure (its free on weekends) on the corner of Anton & Avenue of the Arts, behind TGIF's at 2:00pm and then marching to the protest site. Bring signs and a good spirit.

Dec 17 Saturday 3-5pm, Laguna Woods Village: Kick-Off for CA DISCLOSE Act (to reveal political big donors) After Citizens United, what can we do (besides amend the US Constitution)? One fine step is to help pass the Calif. DISCLOSE Act. It'll require political ads in all media and mail, for or against a Calif. candidate or initiative, to disclose big donors to an ad, in the ad itself, in a statement of approval like those candidates must now make. It'll stop those donors from hiding behind phony front groups' bland names. Invited to this Kickoff are those who wish to learn about the DISCLOSE Act, especially if willing to consider giving 1 hr./week, or more, to "work teams" doing jobs supporting lobbying for the Act, such as phoning of many kinds, "tabling", arranging for groups to hear our speakers, speaking, data input, etc. Kickoff co-sponsors include Calif. Clean Money Campaign and local hosts Concerned Citizens and Laguna Woods Democratic Club
Note: LW Village is gated; for gate entry please either: (1) Click here to register online for event (preferred). Or, (2) RSVP (or for more info) to: Jonathan Adler, 949-581-2178, or by email LawGuruLaguna@yahoo.com. To read up on the Calif. DISCLOSE Act, click here to visit YesFairElections.org Home page.
Clubhouse 2, Dining Room 3, 24112 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. Click here for GoogleMap "pinned" to that venue, with directions available from address typed in. Directions also at online registration page (linked above, and here)

Dec 17 Saturday 6pm-2am, Irvine: MoveOn: Council Holiday Party 2011 is a year to remember and celebrate-because it's the year the 99% went on the offensive. And now it's time to kick back and celebrate. This party is a potluck, so bring a dish, a desert, or a drink. Please register for this event, as soon as possible, so that we know how many to expect.
Kate's Place, 6 Gold Bluff, pol.moveon.org/event/holidayparty11/125074

Dec 18 Sunday 3pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn: 2011 Council Holiday Party pol.moveon.org/event/holidayparty11/125085
John Goodman's House, 9472 Central Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
As the year end draws near, we gather to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year! We will be viewing a film narrated by David Cobb, speaking on "the Move to Amend". This is an exciting account of the movement to amend our constitution in light of the Supreme Court's decision in favor of Citizens United. It will be a great time to celebrate our accomplishments and to plan new activities for the coming year!

Dec 18 Sunday 4-7pm, Fountain Valley: House Party To End Corporate Power On January 21, 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission that corporations have a First Amendment right to spend as much money as they want to promote or defeat candidates. This house party will kick off our efforts to plan a nationwide day of action to protest the decision in January 2012.
The Choctaw Sisters, 9893 Peralta River circle, Fountain Valley RSVP: oddcatout@gmail.com

Dec 19,20 Monday,Tuesday 9am-5pm, Santa Ana: Community Outreach and Organizing Training The Center OC, 1605 N. Spurgeon St.
The Latino Health Access 12-hour Promotor Fundamentals training is designed to increase participants' understanding of the Community Peer Educator / Promotor's role in increasing health and wellness in their community through the building of relationships that are based on mutual respect, trust, and a strong sense of social justice for all members of the community around issues that affect the community's health.

Dec 20 (3^rd Tuesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Peace Vigil by MFSO and Code Pink the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Orange Circle, Glassell & Chapman
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Dec 24 Saturday 2-6:30pm, Irvine: Eugene Christopher: Activist Music Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606 Presented by Occupy OC/Irvine Contact media@occupy-oc.org

Dec 27 Tuesday 7-9pm, Westminster: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [New Location] ocpeace.org
WHERE: Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

Dec 28 Wednesday 4-7pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Dec 28 Wednesday 5pm, Irvine: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606 INTRODUCTIONS NATIONAL "Change Makes Change!" Debrief: Occupy Everywhere IOTs conf calls, BBLVs/Actions ELIZABETH WARREN for Senate www.pdamerica.org REGIONAL Debrief: State Issues CDP/Prog Caucus- Convention San Diego 2/10 NORMAN SOLOMAN for Congress LOCAL Debrief: Issues/Races OCDP, Dem Clubs, Discussion Grps DFA, MoveOn, OFA, Issues Grps, OC Prog Summit Campaigns, Actions, Announcements WEEKLY ORANGE COUNTY PROGRESSIVE OPEN DISCUSSION NEXT MEETING Weds 1/25 7PM Contact: drbill@pdamerica.org

Dec 29 Thursday 5pm, Newport Beach: Let's protest Scott Walker's appearance in OC. Send him the message, Occupy is watching, we're not gone, and he's not welcome!
The Republican Party of Orange County Hon. Scott R. Baugh, Chairman
cordially invites you to a
400 Club Reception with Gov. Scott Walker
Thursday, December 29th Reception Begins at 5 pm
Office of Scott Baugh & Associates 4040 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free for 400 Club Members $100 to join the 400 Club R.S.V.P. 714-453-0900

Dec 30 Friday 4-7pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Fridays, 5-8pm, Irvine: Iranian Candlelight Vigil Jamboree & Barranca Protest and Candle Vigil in solidarity with the people in Iran
"Thank you for joining us tonight. We will be protesting on Fridays only from 5-7pm on Jamboree & Barranca in Irvine, CA. We ask for a large turnout because we are asking American media to attend as well. For any other events that may occur in Iran please look on our page for updated info. because we will protest on those important days as well. See you Fridays.....Free Iran....."

Mondays, 7:30am, Laguna Hills: Neighborhood Democratic Discussion Group at Starbucks Coffee, 25630 Alicia Parkway, across from Laguna Hills High School.

Mondays, 6pm, Irvine: Worker-Student Alliance (WSA) UC Irvine, in SSL 105. wsauci.blogspot.com

Tuesdays, 4-5pm, Tustin: Stand in Peace Tustin Common Ground (embracehumanity.com) is a spiritual community in the City of Tustin. Each Tuesday afternoon from 4 to 5 PM, several members come together at the intersection of Prospect Ave and Irvine Blvd (northwest corner) to hold signs that read "Imagine Peace". Carol Marshall 714-961-5439 camarshall7@sbcglobal.net meetup.com/common-ground-spiritual-center/calendar/vvbknypcbhc

2nd & 4th Tuesdays 6:30 PM, Fullerton: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org) Drinking Liberally meets at Table Ten in Fullerton, 124 W. Commonwealth Ave. in the SoCo District (Harbor/Commonwealth). We begin around 6:30pm. Our location is just one block from the Fullerton Transportation Center so you can take the bus or the train. We are on the patio in warm weather or front bar in cold weather. $6.00 burgers every Tuesday and a few specials just for us. It is time to rouse the North! Contact: orangecounty@drinkingliberally.org or (714) 955-7765

Tuesdays, 7pm, Santa Ana: Junta de Voluntarios/Volunteer Meeting El Centro Cultural De Mexico 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 el-centro.org

[time change] Tuesdays, 5-6 PM, Irvine: UC Irvine Young Democrats meeting, in SST 122 (on the first floor of Social Science Tower across from Social Science Lab). Still the same time from 6pm-7pm! I understand that many of you will miss Humanities Hall, but our new location will offer even more greater things... our very own restrooms, vending machines, convenient access to Middle Earth, Social Science Parking Structure, the Student Center, and many many more!

Tuesdays, 7pm, Irvine: Irvine Queers. 106 Gateway Commons Irvine, CA 92697 UCI Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Resource Center located between Gateway Commons and the Cross-Cultural Center. spirit.dos.uci.edu/irvineq

Wednesdays, 7:30 am, Anaheim: Los Amigos of Orange County, a progressive networking group, meets at Jagerhaus Restaurant, 2525 East Ball Road.. Contact: guevarasart@yahoo.com or (949) 636-2750 losamigosoc.com

(3^rd Wednesdays), 7:30 am, Orange: CARA Action Team, @ Teamster Local #952, 140 S. Marks Way, Orange Karen Connor, 626-915-4044

[Suspended] Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30pm, Laguna Hills Women in Black of Laguna Woods The local chapter of Women in Black has suspended their vigil, Check 588-9367 for more info. Local email wiblagunawoods@yahoo.com; International website: Womeninblack.org . Local call: 949-588-9367

(2^nd Wednesday), 5:30-7 pm, Orange: Iraq war protest, sponsored by OC Code Pink (codepinkoc.org) at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange. Bring an anti-war sign and wear pink or black! Contact: Kathy@codepinkoc.org.
Dear OC Code Pink Activists and Supporters, After careful and long deliberation, we have unanimously decided to promote peace, respect, and goodwill by moving our monthly vigil from the first Wednesday of each month to the second Wednesday. The reason for this is to avoid any conflict with the large group of military veterans and others who have purposefully chosen the first Wednesday to hold their monthly Memorial service along with their weekly flag ceremony at that time (we believe most likely because we were there first). And we do not wish to give an impression to others that we are protesting their ceremony and being disrespectful to the veterans or to the flag. So we will hold our next peace vigil on Wednesday June 8th rather than this coming Wednesday June 1st. The time will remain the same Ã 5:30-7:00pm. Thanks to all of you who continue to come out and support us each month! And hopefully, others who have been unable to come on the first Wednesdays may be able to join us on the second Wednesdays! In peace, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

(Last Wednesday), 5-6:30pm, Seal Beach: SENIOR PATRIOTS AGAINST THE WAR INVITES YOU TO JOIN A DEMONSTRATION FOR PEACE THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 5 TO 6:30PM IN FRONT OF THE LARGE WORLD GLOBE LEISURE WORLD, SEAL BEACH Seal Beach Blvd. at Golden Rain Rd. Between 405 Freeway and Westminster Parking in local shopping center, corner Seal Beach Blvd. & Westminster SIGNS AND BANNERS PROVIDED Call 562-430-7509 or 562-430-1047 for information

[Canceled] (2^nd Wednesdays), 6:30pm, San Clemente: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org). meets at Sunsets Bar & Grill in Capistrano Beach, 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy. Contact: SCDrinkingLiberally@gmail.com or (949) 682-5291.

Odd Wednesdays (starting week 1), 7pm, Irvine: Transgender Alliance Group To Educate And Motivate (TAG TEAM) This will be an open space for allies and members of the transgender, gender variant, and gender non-conforming community to spread awareness and create an open space to plan actions for change on our campus. If you are interested, please join us Location: LGBTRC (Student Center South G302) If you would like more information, feel free to contact Sophie Punkar spunkar@uci.edu\ Amanda Woo awoo@uci.edu

Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm, Costa Mesa: Living The Questions: Join the Journey as we explore how Christianity lives today in the 21st century! Each class will include viewing a portion of the video series followed by a time for discussion. This is a study exploring beyond the traditions of rote theologies. Attendance at each class is not required as participants can always "step-in" or "step-out" whenever their own personal schedules permits. We hope you can join us! For more information please contact: (714)545-4610 or livingthequestions.com 2525 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA (714) 545-4610 ocfairviewchurch.org

(1^st & 3^rd Thursdays), 6:30-8:30 PM, Irvine: pints and politics are suspended momentarily while we look for a new location. destiny@club48democrats.com

(1^st Thursdays), 7-10PM, Irvine: Organizing for America (OFA) is President Obama's Grassroots Field Team (my.barackobama.com) Join local activists and supporters in the Irvine area for our monthly meeting to discuss how we can help promote the President's agenda, empower people in our community to engage in the Democratic process, and bring about the change we need. Our monthly meetings are held at the Irvine Duck Club located at 5 Riparian View, Irvine, 92612.

1^st Thursdays 7-9 PM, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition Movie Night
St. Matthias Episcopal Church - Chase Room, 7056 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602
1st Thurs-Movie night; 2nd Thurs-Steering Committee; 3rd Thurs "Teach in" meeting - Peace and Justice Work whittierpeace.org

NEW (3^rd Thursdays), 7pm, Progressive Network Conference Call Third Thursday, every month 7 PM. To listen in to announcements , plans, and requests for help from other progressive in Orange County, call 949-954-3015 and enter 57169 when prompted for a pin number. These calls are open to the public, so you can also participate by registering with Calliflower.com and searching for the Progressive Network OC Monthly Call. To present information about your event, organization, or issue, you must be a registered user at Calliflower.com. For more information email lindamay@ocequality.com

4th Thursdays 6:30pm - if you wish to speak, please arrive by 6:15 to fill out a speaker's form, Irvine: Green Ribbon Committee meeting 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine

Thursdays 8-11 PM, Costa Mesa: Drag Show Fun Raiser Potatoe Skins & Platform Shoes - Party with a Purpose
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub 2915 Red Hill Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Every Thursday, starting August 27th, "Durty Nelly's" is hosting a fundraiser for various charities in Orange County. Admittance is $10 which includes the show. Come enjoy yourself and support our Community! Durty Nelly's Irish Pub 2915 Redhill Ave. Costa Mesa

Thursdays 8:30 PM, Santa Ana: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org) a no-agenda social club for local progressives, meets at Memphis Bar at 201N Broadway in the Artists Village Contact: orangecounty@drinkingliberally.org or (714) 955-7765

First and third Thursdays 7 PM, Huntington Beach: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org) Oggi's Pizza & Brewing Co. at 19461 Main St., Huntington Beach. (corner of Main and Yorktown) Contact: Louise Stewardson 714-356-6559 HuntingtonBeachg@drinkingliberally.org

2^nd Thursdays 7-9PM, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats Meeting
Bistro 400 400 W. 4th Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 OCYD.net

Thursdays 7 PM, Rancho Santa Margarita: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org), a no-agenda social club for local progressives, meets at Canyon Fireside Grille 22312 El Paseo Rancho Santa Margarita California 92688 Contact: rsm@drinkingliberally.org.

Fridays 7:30am, Huntington Beach: Informal "Blue HB" Coffeeklatch at Natale's Cafe, 7251 Warner, between Gothard & Goldenwest. Contact: Vern Nelson 724-235-VERN

[Location Change]Fridays 8 am, San Juan Capistrano: Informal discussion of local issues at Playhouse San Juan

2^nd Friday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives. Sponsored by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805. www.uuchurchoc.org

Fridays 7:30-9pm, Santa Ana: Did you know that a new Transgender Support Group is forming at Church of the Foothills? The group will be meeting on the third Friday of the Month, from 7:30-9:00 PM in the Sr. High Room. Called "TG Rainbow", this all inclusive transgender support group will be holding their first meeting will be Friday, July 16. For more information about the group go to www.mach25media.com/tgr.html or contact Michelle Evans at mach25@sbcglobal.net or 949-770-0702.

3^rd Friday 7-8pm Fullerton: OC NORML normally meets on the third Friday of the month at Giovanni's Pizza, 922 W Williams in Fullerton ocnorml.org

[Canceled] 4^th Fridays 4-5pm Irvine: Imagine Peace Vigil Culver and Michelson (405 south to Culver, right on Culver, one block to Michelson. Left on Michelson and park at the Wholesome Choice.) Signs are available, if you bring your own please focus on a peace theme only.

1^st & 3^rd Fridays 5-6pm Costa Mesa: Women In Black Harbor and Newport, Costa Mesa, CA Women in Black is a world wide peace group. We protest silently, wearing all black and holding signs.

Fridays 5pm Costa Mesa: Street corner protest against Colonial Occupation from Iraq to Palestine to Haiti at the corner of Bristol and Anton across from the South Coast Plaza Contact: Chuck Anderson, quetzalcoatl38@aol.com, (714) 956-5037

Fridays 5:30pm, Santa Ana: Orange County DREAM Team Coalition Meeting (istillhaveadream.org) Centro Cultural de Mexico Room 211 301 W. 5th Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 Contact: Minerva S. Gómez (714) 376-8065

Last Friday of the month 7pm, Anaheim - UUCA Interweave, a gay/straight alliance which supports and addresses the needs and concerns of LGBT people, welcomes you to a potluck dinner and meeting held on the last Friday of the month at 7pm. UUCA Interweave is affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805. For more information please visit the church website at www.uuchurchoc.org, email uucainterweave@gmail.com, or follow us on Facebook.

1^st Fridays 7:30pm:Newport Beach: Orange County Nation Group meets on the First Friday of every month at 7:30pm at the home of a member for two hours of discussion of current political or social topics. Often there is a guest speaker. We limit speakers to 20 minutes because we want to have an extended question and answer session and expound our own opinions. Contact: Allan Beek 949.645.1419 abeek@flash.net

Saturdays, 9-11am, Irvine: Weekly Democratic Kaffee-Klatch Come and discuss the political topics of the day! University Center (across from UCI), under the trees across from Whale of a Tale Book Store 4199 Campus Dr Contact: Sharon Toji 9499296512 htoji@cox.net

Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, Orange: Connecting Communication Event the LGBT Center in Orange County will host a Connecting Communication/Nonviolent Communication Practice Group
1605 N. Spurgeon St. Santa Ana, CA 92701 Please email David Esch to sign up davidbrianesch@gmail.com thecenteroc.org Peace and Equality will not happen without connection--learn why and how.

1^st Saturday, 11am-12:30am, Laguna Woods: JOIN US FOR PEACE! Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village's Steering Committee voted to restart the People for Peace ad hoc committee. Monthly demonstrations for peace will take place on the first Saturday of every month, starting May 7 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at the corner of El Toro & Valencia. Please call or email Margaret Pearlman margaretpearlma@yahoo.com for more information

Canceled ~~Saturdays, noon-2pm, Brea: Brea Anti-war gathering at the intersection of Brea Blvd. and Imperial Highway Contact Marcus Gourley runningdeeractivist@yahoo.com~~

[Moved] (Last Saturday), 11am-12:30pm, Seal Beach: SENIOR PATRIOTS AGAINST THE WAR Demonstration moved to Last Wednesday

NEW Sundays, 3pm, Cerritos: The newly formed Southeast L.A. chapter of Progressive Democrats of America will be meeting every Sunday at 3pm, starting April 17. Location: Starbucks at the Cerritos Towne Center, 12751 Towne Center Drive Suite N-3, Cerritos, CA 90703-8588.

Sundays, 3 pm, Santa Ana: Santa Ana Food Not Bombs (foodnotbombs.net/california.html) meets every Sunday @ 3pm to share fresh and healthful vegan food with the community because food is a right, not a privilege. Our local picnic location is at Sasscer Park at Civic Center and Ross Street across from the Santa Ana Library. For information on volunteering, please come meet us in person and we will point you in the right direction for the following week. Thanks for your interest. Much love and solidarity.

Sundays, 5-9pm, Long Beach: Seva Cafe Seva cafe is now on hiatus until February Zephyr's Vegetarian restaurant, 340 E 4th St.,Long Beach,CA 90802
The Seva Cafe is an experiment in the joy of giving. It is very different from most restaurants specifically because there are no prices to any of the meals, it is run completely by volunteers, and every meal is prepared with one single-minded focus: to serve with love.
At the end of the meal, every guest is also given the opportunity to participate in the circle of giving. Guests can give from their heart whatever they wish, and those donations are used to pay for future guests' meals. bethecause.org/seva

Sundays, 7-8 pm, Huntington Beach: "Visualize world peace, surf city style" at Main St. & Pacific Coast Highway, Bring a covered candle just help hold up the banner (no signs please; the banner says it all!). Contact: mtheriault@socal.rr.com.

concerned CITIZENS, civic and interfaith organizations condemn recent hate speech AND ANTI-MUSLIM CHAUVINISM in orange county

(Irvine—CA) In light of the ongoing discrimination, hostility, vandalism, and violence toward fellow Americans of the Muslim faith and the rise in anti-Muslim sentiment through recent marked incidents of hate speech, opposition to the lawful construction and expansion of Islamic cultural centers and mosques across the United States, and allegations against Muslims and Arabs during the past local and national political campaigns - we, the concerned members of the community, civic and humanitarian organizations, condemn these actions.

We stand unequivocally for the right of free speech and for the free exercise of religion as guaranteed by the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States, as well as the equal protection of all citizens guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment.

We strongly condemn any and all acts of discrimination, hostility, vandalism, and violence directed at Muslims in America and their institutions, as well as those of any other race, religion or nationality.

Furthermore, we strongly condemn the venomous words and threats spoken on Feb. 13, 2011 by Villa Park Councilwoman Deborah Pauly, at a rally protesting an Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) Relief event in Yorba Linda, Orange County. Councilwoman Pauly characterized the event and those who attended (some with small children) as "pure, unadulterated evil." She further threatened the attendees by stating that her U.S. Marine Corps son and his Marine friends would be willing to "help these terrorists to an early meeting in Paradise."

The foundation of our democracy lies in the people's freedom of speech, and Ms. Pauly's reprehensible remarks are certainly included in those rights. However, as an elected official, Ms. Pauly threatened and intimidated citizens who have constitutional rights, privileges and immunities of assembly and religion. Her actions constitute a misuse of authority. We call upon Councilwoman Pauly to apologize and retract her threatening remarks.

We condemn these statements and actions not only because of their hateful nature, but because they compromise the values of our nation set forth in the pledge of allegiance to our republic for “. . . Liberty and Justice For All”. We commend former general and Secretary of State Colin Powell and echo his stance:

“Is there something wrong with being a Muslim in this country? The answer is NO, that's not America."

As Americans, we embrace cultural and religious pluralism. It is our diversity that makes this country the great nation that it is, and we refuse to be divided by the fear tactics and propaganda of those groups who benefit from alienating our fellow Americans simply because of their differences.

We call upon the rest of our community to stand in solidarity with us and help us to uphold the very American values of freedom of religion, freedom of speech and acceptance of diversity on which our great country was founded.

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