Deadline to Sign Memorial Day Peace Ad
"Choose Hope, Not Fear"
May 20th
On Memorial Day, May 30th 2016, CALC will publish in the Register Guard a large ad reaffirming our faith in the capacity of committed communities to build a peaceful, equitable, and sustainable future for ourselves and generations to come-
see the full ad text
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To join the hundreds of other supporters whose names will be included the print ad, please reply to this email with your full name.
We also ask for a contribution of $5 or more to help with the significant ad costs. You can provide your cash or check contribution by mail or in person to CALC at 458 Blair Boulevard, Eugene, OR, or make a secure donation online
. However, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
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Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
May 24th and 25th, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Broadway Commons, Mexico Room, 304
1300 Broadway St NE in Salem
You are invited to attend a two-day Adult Mental Health First Aid training!
Just as CPR training helps a person with no clinical training assist an individual following a heart attack, Adult Mental Health First Aid training helps a person assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis such as contemplating suicide. Mental Health First Aiders learn a single 5-step strategy to assess and respond to a mental health crisis.
Cost: $40 - includes light breakfast and training materials. If you have any questions about this training opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact us at laurak@ofsn.net or 503-709-1366.
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Join us for tiny art, tiny prizes, tiny food, tiny performances, and cider from WildCraft CiderWorks!
The 4th Annual So Small: Miniature Art Show is a silent auction of donated artwork for the OSLP Arts & Culture Program.
The OSLP Arts & Culture Program breaks down barriers to participation in the arts for people of all abilities and builds bridges to a more diverse and inclusive community.
Artwork submission deadline: May 23rd.
We're open Monday-Friday 10am - 5pm. On May 23rd we'll be open until 6pm. To make So Small a success for the OSLP Arts & Culture Program, we need your help. Make a little art, make a big impact!
- 2D artwork must have an area of no more than 9 square inches. Examples include 3" x 3", 2" x 4", and 1" x 9" (including framing).
- 3D artwork must have a volume of no more than 27 cubic inches (about the size of a Rubik's Cube). In addition, the footprint of 3D artwork must be 4" x 4" or smaller.
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How Faculty Can Make the Learning Environment More Inclusive
May 27th, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Ford Alumni Center Ballroom, UO
Students of color and underrepresented students often undergo a process of academic acculturation to become successful in college. However, there needs to be a two-way process of academic acculturation, where professors learn to understand and support students from diverse backgrounds. A panel of faculty, staff, and students will lead a discussion of what faculty can do to make the learning environment more inclusive.
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anelists:
- Patrick Phillips, Professor of Biology
- Loren Kajikawa, Associate Professor of Musicology and Ethnomusicology
- Rosa Chavez, Assistant Director, Center for Multicultural Academic Excellence
- David To, Academic Advisor, Asian and Pacific Islander Student Retention Specialist, Center for Multicultural Academic Excellence
- Michelle Nguyen, Undergraduate Student
- AJ Dickson, Undergraduate Student
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WomenSong: A Retreat for Women in Three-Part Harmony
May 27th-29th
Good Medicine Sanctuary in Williams, Oregon
WomenSong is a 3-day singing retreat held in the heart of the beautiful Williams Valley in Southern Oregon. Three amazing teachers will share vocal traditions from around the world in three-part harmony. Organic, vegetarian meals, yoga, evening song-sharing circles, and camping by a pristine creek complete the picture. Registration is limited, so send yours in immediately to reserve your spot!
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(De)provincializing World War I: Latin American Literature and the Reshaping of Global Modernism
June 1st, 5:30 pm
Willamette Hall 110, UO
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IWW Movie and Discussion - Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story
June 1st, 7 pm
601 W. 13th Ave.
The compelling true story of the "American Mother Teresa," an impassioned New York journalist who fought against social injustice starting in the Depression. Dorothy Day was no saint. She lived hard, made mistakes and endured the consequences. She launched the activist newspaper "Catholic Worker" and helped start a movement. She put the words she wrote into controversial action in this moving saga of a faith not just believed, but lived.
Sponsored by the Lane branch of the Industrial Workers of the World and the Eugene Catholic Worker Community. Contact: iconoclasmo.scott@gmail.com. Free.
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Oregon No Longer Strange
June 2nd, 6 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
St
oryteller, writer, and journalist Donnell Alexander will share the revelations he has had in becoming a Black Oregonian. Join him for a talk both serious and humorous, including time for questions and answers.
Donnell Alexander co-produced the 2009 animated short "Dock Ellis & the LSD No-No" and authored the memoir "Ghetto Celebrity," as a personal, elongated addendum to his essay "Cool Like Me: Are Black People Cooler than White People?" His work has been published widely, including in Time, Rolling Stone, and Salon. He has worked as a staff writer at LA Citybeat, ESPN: The Magazine, LA Weekly, the San Francisco Bay Guardian, and the Chico News & Review.
Free. Information: 541-682-5450 or www.eugene-or.gov/library
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Running from Office: Why Young Americans are Turned Off to Politics
June 2nd,
4:30 -
6:
30 pm
Knight Library Browsing Room
With Dr. Jennifer Lawless, professor of government at American University. She focuses on gender politics in the United States and will discuss the finding of her most recent book, Running from Office: Why Young Americans are Turned Off From Politics
, which analyzes young people's opinions about contemporary politics and their political ambitions (or lack of it).
Sponsor: CSWS's Americas Research Interest Group (Americas RIG), CLLAS, Department of Political Science, and the College of Arts and Sciences Program Grant.
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Femicide and the Gendered
Effects of the Human Rights Crisis in Mesoamerica
June 2nd,
4pm
UO Straub Hall 145
With Professor Alison
Brysk of UC Santa Barbara.
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Concert: Suzuki Strings and Chamber Players
June 3rd, 6 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
A delightful concert for all ages by the University of Oregon's Community Music Institute. Enjoy classic works of string chamber music for violin, viola, and cello performed by accomplished middle and high school musicians. The University of Oregon's Community Music Institute is celebrating over 20 years of string instruction for local youth through the Suzuki Strings and Chamber Players Programs. The Downtown Library stays open until 8:00 p.m. on the First Friday of each month.
Free. Information: 541-682-5450 or www.eugene-or.gov/library.
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See to Read: Free Vision Screenings for Young Children
June 4th, 11 am - 12 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Eugene Public Library will host "See to Read" vision screenings for children ages three to seven years old. The screenings non-invasive and take only a few minutes. Just drop in!
All Oregon children age seven or younger are required to have their vision screened before starting school or preschool. The purpose is to check for a number of eye diseases that can be treated successfully if caught early. If the free, initial screening raises concerns, a full eye examination will be recommended.
The most commonly found diseases are refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism; and amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye." Early detection provides the best opportunity for effective, inexpensive treatment, which translates to the best chance for successful learning as school begins.
This service is provided through a partnership among the Oregon State Elks Association, Oregon State Lions Association, and Oregon public libraries. For more information about See to Read vision screenings, visit
www.seetoread.net or contact Eugene Public Library at
541-682-8316.
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Connecting Compassionately: An Introduction to Nonviolent Communication
June 4th, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Center for Spiritual Living in Eugene
Gary Baran, Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), will be offering a day-long training. Enrollment limited to 20. The fee for this is $50 (early registration fee of $40 if registered by May 14th). Please email
garybaran@gmail.com
to request a flyer with further details.
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Guzheng Concert
June 5th, 3 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Enjoy classical Chinese pieces performed by Yunshu Huang on the guzheng, a plucked string instrument played since ancient times. Learn about the instrument and Chinese traditional music. This event is presented in partnership by the Eugene Public Library and the UO Confucius Institute. Free. Information:
541-682-5450
or
www.eugene-or.gov/library
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Fundraiser for CALC at Mucho Gusto and DickieYo's
June 6th-7th
Visit Mucho Gusto or DickieYo's anytime on April 6th or 7th and a percentage of your bill will go to CALC! Mucho Gusto is a fast casual, Mexican restaurant specializing in made-to-order burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, tostadas and fresh salads. At Mucho Gusto, you're invited to choose from a variety of freshly prepared ingredients to create your own personalized Mexican meal. Chips, salsas, guacamole, beer and margaritas are also available. YUM! Please show your server
this voucher.
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Finding a Job After 50
June 7th, 5:30 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Job hunting? Learn about helpful local resources for adults over 50 seeking paid or stipend work. Representatives from WorkSource Lane, Goodwill Industries, Experience Works, and Lane Community College will share information and advice to take the next step. This event presented in partnership by Eugene Public Library and LCC Successful Aging Institute. Free. Information:
541-682-5450 or
www.eugene-or.gov/library.
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Ruth Moody Concert, Opened by Tsunami Favorite Jeffrey Martin
Tsunami Books (
2585 Willamette St, Eugene)
More details TBA
Mark your Calendars:
Ruth Moody, founding member of The Wailing Jennys, will be bringing her new band in for very special show. Opening will be Tsunami favorite Jeffrey Martin.
See Ruth Moody perform on The Music Show
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One-on-One Job Hunt Help
June 9th and June 23rd, 4 - 6 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Job hunters: get expert advice and assistance to address your specific questions and concerns. Employment counselors will help you find employment opportunities; complete applications; write online and traditional resumes; learn and practice interview techniques; or explore new job or career directions.
Starting June 1, call to pre-register for a 30 minute, one-on-one session at the Downtown Library on Thursday, June 9 or Thursday, June 23 between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.: 541-682-5450.
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Creating Green and Resilient Homes, Neighborhoods, Economy and Culture
June 20th
River Road Annex at 1055 River Road
Mix and mingle at
6:30 p.m.;
presentations begin at 7
Monday, June 20 - Allies, Assets, Actions
Allies and Assets - Neighborhood Associations, Communities of Faith, City Programs - Map Your Neighborhood, Neighborhood Watch. Block Planning, Inspiring action stories and role models from Eugene, Portland, Olympia, Seattle, Port Townsend, Medford, Detroit. Social Activation, Civic Culture, Simplify and Resensitize, Slow Down, Benefits. Discussion.
Date TBA - Site tour and social
Half day seeing permaculture sites followed by potluck/social and review design projects.
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Kids - Magic Show: "Top Secret"
June 21st, 1 and 3pm:
Downtown Library
June 22rd, 3 pm:
Bethel Branch Library
June 23rd, 3 pm:
Sheldon Branch Library
Kids and family: start summer with smiles at Curt Nelson's "Top Secret" show. Help solve a mystery featuring magic tricks, puppets, and jokes! Admission is free. (Downtown only: pick up free tickets starting 30 minutes before each show.) For elementary-age kids and their grown-ups.
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Kids - Shadow Show: "Jack and the Dragon"
June 24th, 1 pm and 3 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Kids and family: enjoy a musical fairy tale by Oregon Shadow Theatre featuring colorful shadow puppets, plus live Appalachian banjo and hammer dulcimer music. Admission is free; due to limited space, pick up free tickets starting 30 minutes before each show. For elementary-age kids and their grown-ups.
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Maker Expo: See & Do
June 25th,
2- 4 pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Do-it-yourselfers, innovators, artists, and crafters of all ages: drop in for demonstrations and hands-on fun featuring Eugene Public Library's maker tech tools. This free event will highlight a 3D printer, green screen photo booth, voice-modulating audio system, Makey Makey invention kits, littleBits electronic building blocks, Eggbot art robot, button maker, and an embroidery machine. This event provides a taste of the wide variety of maker equipment and activities available at Eugene Public Library. Free. For more information, contact Eugene Public Library:
541-682-5450 or
www.eugene-or.gov/library.
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June 26th, 4-7 pm
Northwest Youth Corps (2621 Augusta St, Eugene)
With April coming to a close it is time to start planning for summer! As a part of your busy summer schedule, we invite you to join MRG Foundation for our
2016 Social Justice Summer Party.
Social Justice Summer Party is MRG Foundation's signature Eugene event, bringing together a diverse community of donors, supporters, and grantees in the Eugene area. It is a great opportunity to build community, celebrate the great social justice work being done in Eugene, and help us to raise funds to grow MRG Foundation and the social justice movement in Oregon.
This year's event is special as we will be celebrating our 40th
anniversary! MRG Foundation was founded on the banks of the McKenzie River in 1976, thanks to the vision and commitment of Eugene activists and leaders. We will honor these roots by hearing from community leaders who have been present throughout MRG's history and share an afternoon of food, prizes, entertainment, and fun!
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CALC Open House and Mural Debut at Whiteaker Last Friday Artwalk
August 26th, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
CALC Office at 458 Blair
In partnership with local mural artist Bayne Gardner (scroll down to "Street Color", CALC is engaging diverse youth in creating a mural in the front yard of the CALC office in Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood. The mural will replace one which has been there for many years and will depict 50 years of social justice struggles. CALC's fifth youth mural project will be presented to the community at an open house during the Whiteaker's Last Friday Art Walk. A learning experience for youth, it will engage them in artistic creation and civic activism, and it will build bridges among generations. Save the date!
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50th Anniversary Gala
November 13th
CALC will be celebrating its 50th anniversary with a dinner, an auction, and some highly amusing entertainment. Save the date... more details to come!
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LGBTQIA Potluck and Movie Nights
Every second Friday of the month
6pm potluck, 7pm discussion and movie
Unitarian Universalist Church at
1685 W 13th Ave
Interweave is a church supported, educational resource consisting of Eugene-area Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, Transgender, Queer individuals and their heterosexual allies who gather every month to share fabulous food, discuss LGBTQ- themed issues, then watch an LGBTQ themed movie.
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at City Council Meetings
2nd and 4th Mondays of each month,
7:30 pm
Harris Hall at 8th and Oak
Attend our City Council's Public Forum and consider testifying on the urgent need for climate action now! We have an ordinance, but our city staff and council are not doing what's necessary to put plans into place to meet the carbon budget in the ordinance!
After 20 months, we've decided to pull together a strategic plan! If you're interested in working on outreach to neighborhoods and councilors, we will be working with UO Environmental Science students and others to create a database of our members to target decision-makers and other spheres of influence to reduce our city's greenhouse gas emissions NOW. Contact Patty at:
zap_oregon@Msn.com and put "CRO Strategy" in the subject line.
Sign-up at
7 pm to speak during the public forum!
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Weekly Peace Vigils in Eugene
- Monday: Women in Black: 5-5:30pm, across from the old federal building
- Tuesday: Peace meditation: 8:20-8:50, old federal building plaza
- Wednesday: Peace Vigil: 4:30-5pm, old federal building plaza
- Saturday: Peace Vigil: 12-1pm, outside Eugene Downtown Library
For more information contact Michael at CALC at 541.485-1755.
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Occupy Medical Free Clinic
8th and Oak
Every Sunday,
12-4pm
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KEPW 97.3 FM
Home Grown Community Radio Meeting
Every Thursday, 6-8 pm
Upstairs Growers Market, 454 Willamette Street
Eugene PeaceWorks is the parent organization of Home Grown Radio Station 97.3 KEPW-LP. This station's focus is economic justice, environmental sustainability, local food production, and music made right here in Oregon.
If you'd like to be a part of Home Grown Radio and you have ideas, skills, energy and want to help,
come to our weekly meetings!
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Whiteaker Community Council (WCC) Meetings
Second Wednesday of the month, 7pm - 9pm
Free and open to the public
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The Interfaith Prayer Service
11th of every month
6:45pm prelude and
7pm-8pm service
1166 Oak Street
Each month features 8-10 presenters representing a variety of spiritual backgrounds.
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First Christian Church at 1166 Oak Street in Eugene
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Burrito Brigade's mission is to feed the unhoused and hungry of Eugene through a local community network of personal donors and nonprofit partnerships while engaging our community in the fight to end hunger. Burrito Brigade works with, accepts donations from, and provides for the public, regardless of ability, race, gender, gender identity, sexuality, sexual orientation, social status, addiction, criminal background, political and religious affiliation or age.
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Cuentos y Canciones:
Stories & Songs in Spanish
Every Saturday, 11:15 am
Bethel Branch of Eugene Public Library
1990 Echo Hollow Road
A free weekly storytime in Spanish for children and families.
Para información en español , llame 541-682-5450 y presione 5.
For information in English, call 541-682-8316.
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Sensory Storytime
Every Wednesday, 1pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Fun stories, songs, and word play designed especially for children with sensory integration or other special needs, with caregivers. Developed by Debby Laimon, Early Childhood School Psychologist. Free.
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Every Friday 3-7pm
Sprout Market, 418 A St in Springfield
Have a sit-down meal and a beer from Claim 52, or buy food to go!
Huerto de la Familia is a nonprofit organization offering Latino families a place to connect to their roots and the earth by growing their own food, as well as training and peer education in organic gardening, small scale farming and small business creation. They build wide-ranging partnerships to achieve their goals of cultural identity, community integration and economic self-sufficiency in the Latino community.
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Club de Arte para Mamás
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
University of Oregon
1430 Johnson Lane
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