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WHAT: Building Vibrant Partnerships

Enhancing Community-University Relationships through Listening and Lively Conversation Roundtables will provide multiple perspectives on topics such as: meeting partnership expectations, identifying community needs, understanding university culture and more.  This program is free of charge.

WHERE: Friday, August 3, 2012, 8:30 am - Noon

WHEN:  At the University of MO-St. Louis campus, J. C. Penney Conference Center

WHO: For more information contact gephardtinstitute@wustl.edu, University of MO St. Louis, Washington University, Saint Louis University

 


WHAT: Hiroshima/Nagasaki Observance
Presentations by John Chappelle, Professor of history from Webster University, Sarah Latham and Teka Childress of Karen House Catholic Worker Community who participated in recent resistance against the new nuclear weapons facility outside of Kansas City. This event is free and open to the public.
WHEN: Sunday, August 5, 6:30 PM potluck dinner, 7:30 PM presentations, 8:00 PM traditional candle boat ceremony
WHERE: Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63117
WHO:  Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, Catholic Action Network, Institute for Peace and Justice, Inter-Faith Committee on Latin America, Peace Economy Project, St. Louis Instead of War Coalition and Veterans for Peace

WHAT:  A Little Nite of Earth Music: Green Cabaret with Earth Mama
Come for a "house concert" - an evening of music, fun, community, and singing with "earthly purpose" with Earth Mama (Joyce Rouse). Working for Earth can be a daunting task and Earth Mama reminds us of the importance of having a good attitude, humor, and song while we go about our great work. Snacks and refreshments will be served. Donation requested
WHEN:   August 5, Sunday, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
WHERE:  Rockhaven Ecozoic Center, House Springs, MO


WHO:   Rockhaven Ecozoic Center.  To RSVP and for more information visit http://www.rockhavencenter.org/program-calendar.htm

WHAT:

Prayer Vigil for Nuclear Disarmament
And commemoration of the 67th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima – All are welcome.

WHEN: Monday, August, 6th, 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 10235 Ashbrook Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63137
WHO: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church

WHAT:  Join IFCLA for a Costa Rican Dinner
Join us for an evening of learning and sharing about Costa Rica and issues as they relate to the US. Topics include, the impact of eco-tourism, current political climate, and more. $10/person (No RSVP, No food guaranteed)
WHEN:  Wednesday, August 8, Call for time event begins
WHERE: LA TROPICANA 5001 LINDENWOOD AVE, 63109
WHO: Inter-Faith Committee on Latin America Please RSVP by August 6th  ifcla@ifcla.net or 314-721-2977

WHAT: This Is Not A Small Voice: Underground Resistance Poetry
Join Prison Performing Arts for the culminating performance of a week-long residency where Detention youth tell their stories through words, paint, dance and drumming. Seating is limited. You must be at least 18 years old to attend. Admission is free but RSVP is required
WHEN: Sunday, August 12th @ 1pm (12:30pm check-in)
WHERE:  St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center, 3847 Enright Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108
WHO: The Prison Performing Arts http://www.prisonartsstl.org/index.htm

WHAT: FarmWorks: A new urban solution

A chance to learn all about FarmWorks - a mix of agriculture, green building, housing, jobs, and education creating a transformative venture north of the Arch, in an area typically used for industry. Craig Heller, named in 2011 by St. Louis Magazine as a St. Louis Innovator for this revolutionary project, and Mike Sorth from Gateway Greening, who will be one of many project collaborators, are the featured speakers. Free! Cash bar available - Must RSVP by August 1 

WHEN: Wednesday, August 15, Doors open: 6:00 p.m.. Forum: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m

WHERE: Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust St. (at 21st), St. Louis, MO 63103

WHO:  Hosted by: Livable St. Louis Network, lead members Trailnet and the St. Louis University School of Public Health  RSVP by August 1: http://tinyurl.com/ccwz33h Contact: Jennifer Allen, Jennifer@trailnet.org or 314.436.1324 x 121


WHAT:  Making Peace: The Gentle Art of Reconciliation with Ourselves and Others
Explore in a supportive environment ways we let hurts, resentments, regrets and disappointments bud us to others and the past that prevent a peaceful and serene life. Through reflection, conversation, meditation and ceremony we will recognize and release those things that prevent us from living at peace with our world and our own lives. Cost is $75. Bring your own sack lunch. Partial scholarships available.

WHEN: Saturday, August 18, 9:00 - 4:00 pm

WHERE: Rockhaven Ecozoic Center, House Springs, MO

WHO: Woman’Space, for more information call Wendy at 314-968-6340 or visit http://www.womanspace.net/calendar.html



WHAT: Festival of Nations
Join us in Tower Grove Park for the region’s premier multicultural celebration, featuring over 40 ethnic food booths, non-stop dance and music, arts and crafts, and an international bazaar with unique gifts from around the world. Admission is free.

WHEN:  Saturday August 25, 10:00AM – 7:00PM and Sunday August 26, 10:00am – 6:00PM

WHERE: Tower Grove Park, Near Grand and Arsenal in South City

WHO: International Institute for more information visit  www.festivalofnationsstl.org/


 

WHAT:  Heart & Sole Pounding the Pavement for the Poor Walk
The Ladies of Charity – St. Vincent DePaul/Guardian Angel are sponsoring their 3rd annual walk. Please consider putting your best foot forward for those most in need. Walk: 1 mile and 3 mile routes, All are invited  to bring a pair of gently used men’s tennis shoes Music/Refreshments will entertain/nourish you, T-shirts are free and need to be ordered ahead of time. Cost: $25/person: check made payable to Ladies of Charity St. Vincent/Guardian Angel. Thanks for considering being part of this purpose-full walk. 

WHEN: Saturday, September 8, 2012 9:00 am

WHERE: Carondelet Park, 3900 Holly Hills Drive Saint Louis, Missouri 63116

WHO: The Ladies of Charity – St. Vincent DePaul/Guardian Angel.  For more information and to register call 314-231-9328 



WHAT: Leadership for Social Change launches JUST LEAD!

An experiential leadership development program to
strengthen progressive leaders in St. Louis Includes 3 Immersion learning weekends over 12-months, mentoring from experienced social justice activists, training sessions on social justice and anti-oppression ideology, collective action and organizational development. You can be part of this inaugural class of Leadership for Social Change
 
WHEN:Applications are being accepted until August 15. Accepted participants will be notified by October 1.
 
WHERE: St. Louis, MO
 
WHO: Leadership for Social Change. For more information contact coordinator@lscstlouis.org
 

WHAT: Save the Date: Project COPE's 27th Anniversary Gala

Celebrating Second Chances
Help celebrate 27 years of combatting prison recidivism and giving ex-offenders a second chance. The Program will feature dinner followed by: A welcome by Julius Hunter, former Senior News Anchor at KMOV-TV; an awards ceremony honoring an influential figure in our region's criminal justice system and recognizing an outstanding Project COPE graduate, Partner team and volunteer; and a keynote address from former Missouri Supreme Court Justice and current St. Louis University Law School faculty member Michael Wolff.

WHEN:  Sunday, September 23, 2012, 4:30 p.m. Doors open, social hour and silent auction
5:30 p.m.: Dinner and program

WHERE:Sain t Francis Xavier Ballroom-3628 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis University Campus

WHO: Project Cope: Advance tickets required - $35 for adults - $15 for Partners and Graduates Order your tickets today by calling the Project COPE office at 314-389-4804.


WHAT: Summer is coming to St. Louis! Help Karen House Catholic Worker and our Dear Neighbors. Karen House is currently seeking donations of box fans and large window fans to help keep residents in the area cooler this year. There are also several young toddlers in residence at Karen House just now and diapers sizes 3 and 4 are greatly needed. As always monetary gifts are greatly appreciated and put to good use!

WHEN: Fans, diapers and ice can be dropped off daily at Karen House between the hours of 8:00am – 10:00pm. Monetary gifts can be mailed or donated via their website. http://karenhousecw.org/SupportKarenHouse.html

WHERE: 1840 Hogan, St. Louis, MO 63106

WHO: Karen House Catholic Worker Community, for more information visit http://karenhousecw.org/index.html or call 314-621-4052