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WHAT: Fund raising Dinner event - in support of Pakistan's flood victims.
WHEN: Time/date: Saturday, 8/28/2010, at 7:00 pm
Dinner/Iftar will be served at 8:00 pm
WHERE: Dar Al-Zahra Mosque and Education Center
721 Strecker Road - Wildwood, MO 63011
WHO: This is an opportunity to be with Muslims from St.Louis
our Dear Neighbors! All are welcome!
Any amount of donation will be much appreciated. For details, contact:
Bahar Bastani, bastanib@slu.edu
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WHAT: Volunteers needed a the 2nd Annual ‘Shootin Hoops 4 Peace’ 3-on-3 basketball tournament
WHEN: Saturday, August 28, 2010 beginning at 9:00am.
WHERE: Centennial Christian Church, 4950 Fountain Ave, St. Louis, MO 63113.
WHO: Many of you know that crime and violence is on the rise again throughout the St. Louis Community. Concerned organizations, clergy, congregations, politicians, etc., have decided to do what they can to speak out against the useless violence in our communities. To address the violence, one of the best ways is by inspiring one neighborhood at a time and by implementing non-traditional ways to share the message of hope and lack of toleration for the many acts of evil that occur too often in our communities.
Support Needed – come and “be the Dear Neighbor”?
Children and Youth participation - Free Registrations
Adult Presence as Volunteers
Important things to note:
Awards and Prizes will be given to winners and all participants
Refreshments will be served (hot dogs, water, etc.)
There will be a DJ on the premises to create a black-top atmosphere - First Aid Station will be set up and Security will also be present
Last year was a big success. We had about 50+ children and youth participation, which was in addition to a crowd of supporters cheering on the children.
At this point registrations are not going well.
Please send a team from your family, school, organization, congregation, etc, so that we can provide a visual display of peace, while enjoying some healthy competition.
Contact the church at 314 367-1818 or https://mail.csjsl.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.cccstl.org/. Please consider helping promote peace in our community. Rev. Derrick L. Perkins, Pastor
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WHAT: Reggie's 39th Birthday Celebration
WHEN: Monday, August 30 at 6:00pm
WHERE: GYA Gallery is our special host, located at 2700 Locust (across the street from the Phyllis Wheatley Y).
WHO: Reggie Clemons is on Missouri’s death row. His family and friends continue to press for his innocence and release. Join in the celebration of Reggie’s life! The theme is "Art and Liberation: The Fight for Justice." Visual and performing artists include Khalil the Poet, Aja LaStarr, El Thought, Ms. Interpretation, Blue, Siphne Sylve & Anthony Reed. Admission to the event is *one* completed clemency petition -OR-...Get a blank petition at the Celebration, get signatures, and return it to the Campaign. Hope to see you there! http://www.justice4reggie.com
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WHAT: Dinner and “Militarization on the Rise in Latin America”
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 31st, 6:30 – 8:30 pm;
WHERE:
El Torito Restaurant: 2753 Cherokee Street, 63118 –
WHO: Sponsored by IFCLA – Interfaith Committee on Latin America: all are welcome –a report from the US-Mexico Border reality and an eye-witness report from Colombia with Conversation. Dinner is $10 per person (choices of 3 meat or vegetarian meals available) – must RSVP – space is limited: ifcla@ifcla.net or 314-721-2977
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WHAT: Interfaith Breakfast. "Countdown to Withdrawal" with Raed Jarrar, Iraqi citizen, followed by discussion.
WHEN: Friday, September 3rd from 8-9:00 am (more informal discussion between 9-9:30 for those who can stay)
WHERE: Union Ave. Christian Church
733 Union Boulevard
St Louis, MO 63108-1037
WHO: RSVP by Tuesday, August 31st to staff@insteadofwar.org or call Megan at 314.721.2977. More information available at www.insteadofwar.org
What can we as people of faith do to respond to what is left behind in Iraq(military contractors, military bases, troops and destruction)? How do we educate ourselves and our faith communities around this issue?
What other resources do we need to continue working for peace?
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WHAT: Consciousness and Healing: A World in Transition: Dr. Marilyn Mandela Schlitz
WHEN: 7:00 PM, Sunday, September 12
WHERE: Eliot Unitarian Chapel, 100 South Taylor, Kirkwood, MO 63122
1 Block East of the Train Station
WHO: For 3 decades, scientist and anthropologist, Marilyn Mandela Schlitz, PhD, has pioneered clinical and field-based research in the area of human consciousness, transformation & healing. http://www.marilynschlitz.com/. Sponsored by the Institute of Noetic Sciences, founded in 1973 and supports leading-edge research into the potentials and powers of consciousness. IONS uses scientific rigor in exploring phenomena that do not necessarily fit conventional scientific models. http://www.noetic.org/about/overview (free, donations will be welcomed)
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WHAT: Forum - Visions of Development: Who Benefits?
WHEN: Friday, September 17, 2010 * 12:00-2:00pm
WHERE: The Highlands in Forest Park (the old AAA golf club)
Clayton Ave. in Forest Park, St. Louis, MO 63110
(Click the Address for a link to a map)
WHO: Sponsored by MASW: Missourians for Social Welfare. Panelists:
Paul McKee, Mc Eagle Corporation
Sean Thomas, Old North St. Louis Restoration Group
Fr. Rich Creason, Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Rod Jones, Gracehill Settlement Association
Forum is free - Buffet Lunch available for $10.00
PLEASE RSVP to Christine Woody- 573-690-7662 or christinemasw@hotmail.com
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WHAT: CAN Hootenanny 2010: A Social Justice Sing-Along
WHEN: Sunday, September 26th, 2010 6-9 pm
WHERE: The Schlafly Taproom (2100 Locust Street)
WHO: Song books, complimentary Schlafly beverages, and snacks provided. Call Megan at 314.766.8713 or e-mail can@catholicactionnetwork.org for more information.
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WHAT: Poverty in Missouri Quiz
WHEN: Click on the link below anytime and learn about our state!
WHERE: Online, free – sources of data are cited clearly. Enjoy!
WHO: http://extension.missouri.edu/cfe/poverty/povquiz/2b.htm
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WHAT: Coal Imports a Drain on Missouri Economy: A study released last month highlights the drain put on Missouri's economy to import coal. Missouri is the most coal dependent state on net imports for total power use, spending $190 per person a year to import coal. At the same time, Missouri spent just 22 cents per person a year on ratepayer funded electricity efficiency programs. The full report is available on the Union of Concerned Scientists' website. The report discusses ways to keep more of that money in-state through investments in energy efficiency and homegrown renewable energy.
