Weekly Orange County Progressive

Wednesday July 1 2009               Issue No. 290

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JUNE show previous

Jun 19-Jul 9 Irvine: Food Inc. movie Opens for Limited Release

Jun 20 Saturday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: Let us all shout united and strong: "Stop Persecution of Youth of Iran"

Jun 20 Saturday noon, Orange: meeting about torture of children

Jun 20 Saturday noon-3pm, Orange: 2nd Annual Unity BBQ!

Jun 20 Saturday 1-4pm, Irvine: Press Conference on Iran

Jun 20 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC: Flicks for Thought "Constantine's Sword"

Jun 20 Saturday 2:30-5pm, Costa Mesa: The Least of These, documentary shown by OC ACLU and the Faith in Action council of the Orange Coast UU Church

Jun 20 Saturday 4-11pm, Silverado: 5th Annual Tree Hugger's Ball and Go Green Expo

Jun 20 Saturday 5pm, Irvine: Peaceful rally for Support of Iranians

[Canceled] Jun 21 (Usually 3^rd Sunday) 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanist Association of Orange County: No meeting this month

[Canceled] Jun 21 Sunday 4:15pm, Irvine: 70th AD Democratic Action Club & Democrats of Greater Irvine

Jun 21 Sunday 5pm, Irvine: Peaceful rally for Support of Iranians

Jun 21 Sunday 6pm, Irvine: "Flow" Film Screening

Jun 22 Monday 7pm, Orange: Democratic Central Committee Meeting

Jun 23 Tuesday noon, Newport Beach: Speak-Out For Jobs

new Jun 23 Tuesday 12:15pm, Seal Beach: Leisure World Democratic Club meeting

Jun 23 Tuesday 1pm, Laguna Woods: Earthworks Meeting

Jun 23 Tuesday 6-8pm, Orange: Dream Graduation

Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: Patrick Henry Democratic Club: Gustavo Arellano

new Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Candlelight vigil in support of democracy in Iran

Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema: Think Peace

Jun 24 Wednesday 6:30pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County: Martin Wisckol "Where Is The Democratic Party of Orange County Going and What the Special Election Results Mean"

Jun 24 Wednesday 7pm, Newport Beach: Green Lecture: An Inconvenient Truth

new Jun 25 Thursday noon, Pasadena: Torture Accountability Action Day "Bye-bye Bybee!"

new Jun 25 Thursday 5:30pm, Long Beach: MFSO Banner Painting Party

new Jun 25 Thursday 6-8pm, Irvine: Candlelight Vigil for Neda & other Lost Lives in Iran

Jun 25 Thursday 6pm, Tustin: Planned Parenthood Volunteer Night: What's YOUR Story?

new Jun 25 Thursday 7pm, Orange: PDA Orange County Chapter

Jun 25 (Last Thursday) 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Group #178

new Jun 26 Friday 3pm, Huntington Beach: Day of Service - Healthy Food Drive Health Care Awareness - Prevention

Jun 26 (4^th Friday) 4-5pm, Irvine: Imagine Peace Vigil

Jun 26 Friday 6:30-8:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Families to Amend California's Three Strikes

NEW Jun 27 Saturday 9am-9pm, Irvine: GreeNeda Event - MOVEMENT TOWARD A FREE IRAN AT UCI

[Postponed] Jun 27 Saturday 10am-noon, Santa Ana: OC Peace Coalition Presents... Basta! Human Rights Abuse in the American Southwest

Jun 27 Saturday 10am-4pm, Orange: Orange Bario Historical Society, Cypress Street Picnic

new Jun 27 Saturday noon-3pm. Orange: Lady in Chief Luncheon

new Jun 27 Saturday 4-6pm, Anahim: A showing and discussion of the film "Shelby Knox Redux"

Jun 27 Saturday 4:30-7pm, Irvine: Get Engaged Tour for Marriage Equality

Jun 27 Saturday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Kick-Off Event Melissa Fox for California Assembly

new Jun 27 Saturday 7pm, Irvine: Candle Light Vigil Continues In Support of the Brave Iranian Men & Women's Peaceful Resistance & Civil Disobedience

Jun 28 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County: The Politics of School Board Elections

Jun 28 Sunday 3pm, Newport Beach: Progressive Christians Uniting Presents: Dr. David Gushee, Reflections from the War on Torture

Jun 28 Sunday 4pm-7pm, Mission Viejo: National Women's Political Caucus - Orange County Chapter Dinner with Dr. Judy Chu

JULY

Jul 1 (1^st Wednesday) 7pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County

Jul 1 Wednesday 7-9pm, Tustin: Monthly Meaningful Movies at Aldersgate: Flow

new Jul 2 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition screening of Religulous

new Jul 4 Saturday 9am, Huntington Beach: Fourth of July Parade

NEW Jul 5 (1^st Sunday) 8am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial

[Update] Jul 5 Sunday 11:30, Laguna Woods: JOHN DEAN talk, Q&A, booking-signing, at L.W. Democratic Club luncheon

NEW Jul 5 Sunday, 2-4pm, Irvine: Pet Abuse, Abandonment and Terminations.

NEW Jul 6 (1^st Monday) 7pm, Santa Ana: OC Recruitment Awareness Project (OC-RAP) General meeting

[Canceled] Jul 7 Tuesday 6:30pm, Orange: Got Challenges? Obstacles Facing the Obama Administration

NEW Jul 8 (2^nd Wednesday) 7pm, Huntington Beach: 67th Area Democratic Alliance

new Jul 10 Friday 7-10pm, Newport Beach: HRC Moonlight Paddle and Dinner

[Time change] Jul 11 Saturday 2-5pm, Laguna Woods: "Sick around the world"

NEW Jul 11 Sunday 5-9pm, La Habra: DNOC Summer Social

new Jul 11 (2^nd Saturday) 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: ReclaimDemocracy.org Orange County: Screening of "The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil"

NEW Jul 12 Sunday noon-3pm, Tustin: Canvass for Equality

Jul 12 Sunday 5pm, Tustin: a href="#Jul12CP">Made in LA Conscientious Projector PCU-OC

NEW Jul 16 Thursday 7pm, Anaheim: Anaheim Democratic Club

NEW Jul 17 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch With League: "The Calif. Budget Crisis - Where We Are and Where we're going"

new Jul 18 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Americans United for Separation of Church and State - Orange County: Gustavo Arellano "The Collision of Religion and Politics in Orange County"

Jul 19 Sunday 1:30-2pm, San Clemente: Sand Sculpture for Peace and Nonviolence

NEW Jul 28 Monday 7 pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats regular meeting. Melahat Rafiei and Lindsay Hopkins

new Jul 22 Wednesday 6:30pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County: BBQ Picnic and Meet the Candidates Social

new Jul 25 Saturday 10am-noon, Santa Ana: OC Peace Coalition Presents... Basta! Human Rights Abuse in the American Southwest

NEW Jul 25 Saturday noon-3pm, Laguna Niguel: Canvass for Equality

new Jul 25 Saturday 1pm-3:30pm, San Juan Capistrano: Summer Social Party with Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez

Jul 26 Sunday 11am-2pm, San Clemente: Military Families Beach Barbecue

[Canceled] Jul 30 (Last Thursday) 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Group #178 Irvine July meeting canceled

AUGUST

new Aug 6 Thursday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Arianna Huffington

new Aug 6 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition< Free Movie Night The Future of Food

new Aug 8 (2^nd Saturday) 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: ReclaimDemocracy.org Orange County: Screening of "Flow: For the Love of Water"

NEW Aug 9 Sunday 11am, Irvine: Third Annual Palestine Picnic Day

NEW Aug 9 Sunday noon-3pm, Fullerton: Canvass for Equality

NEW Aug 15 Saturday noon-4pm, Irvine: OC LGBT Pride Festival: Picnic in the Park with Pride 2009

new Aug 22 Saturday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County, Twenty-Ninth Annual Suffrage Day Celebration!

new Aug 23 Sunday 3-5:30pm, Fullerton: Jazz Concert Fundraiser for PCU-OC

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Jun 15 Monday 7pm, Orange: "Gang Injunction" Community Meeting The BRIDGE, 1407 N Batavia Ste: 120, Orange, CA 92867
Yesterday some of the people who were previously dismissed from the "Gang Injunction" were served with a "Permanent Injunction". Their noticed indicated the following:
"ALL MEMBERS OF THE GANG, WHETHER OR NOT NAMED IN THE ORIGINAL LAWSUIT OR NAMED IN THE ORIGINAL LAWSUIT AND LATER DISMISSED FROM THE LAWSUIT AND ALL PARTICIPANTS, AGENTS, ASSOCIATES SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES, AIDERS AND ABETTORS WHOSE MEMBERSHIP, PARTICIAPTION, AGENCY, ASSOCIATION, SERVICE, EMPLOYMENT, AID OR ABETMENT IS MORE THAN NOMINAL, PASSIVE, INACTIVE, OR PURELY TECHNICAL, AND ALL PERSONS ACTING UNDER, IN CONCERT WITH, FOR THE BENEFIT OF, AT THE DIRECTION OF, OR IN ASSOCIATION WITH ORANGE VARRIO CYPRESS CRIMINAL STREET GANG IN ANY MANNER TECHNICAL, ARE SUBJECT TO THE TERMS OF THE PERMANENT GANG INJUNCTION."
The DA's office is not stopping....but NEITHER ARE WE!!! Let's stand up and fight against them. What a waste of our tax dollar $$$$$$$$!!!! HOPE TO SEE EVERYONE ON MONDAY!!!
Yvonne Elizondo (714) 532-6660

Jun 16 Tuesday 6:30pm, Irvine: OC NOW General Meeting: Discussion on Young Feminism Today We will also hold our annual elections at this meeting so if you'd like to join our board, please come. Board positions include: President VP Membership Secretary Treasurer Action Chair Legislation Chair International Chair Young Feminist Chair Publicity Chair Fundraising Chair For more information about joining our board, please contact Linda Long at president@nowoc.org or call her at 714.544.0726
Irvine Ranch Water District Offices (15600 Sand Canyon in Irvine)

Jun 16 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of Orange County: "Up Against the Wall in Jerusalem." Dr. Fred Bush, our speaker, is the Chair of the O.C. Interfaith Peace Ministry. He taught Ancient Near Eastern Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary for 35 years. He has lived in Jerusalem, and has traveled throughout Israel, the West Bank and Gaza.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices 15600 on 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 2009. cousinscluboc.org

Jun 17 Wednesday 5pm, Irvine: Peaceful Protest in Support of the Iranian People Hi Everyone, I'm reaching out to you for support as you are community leaders and could get the message out to the community. Today's peaceful protest is open to everyone and Iwould really appreciated if you can get the message out in support and solidarity for the Iranian people who are so courageously and peacefully resisting injustice in Iran! Thank you so much for your support--Sunny Sunny Zia <sunny.zia@gmail.com>
Peaceful Iranian Protest in Orange County This peaceful protest is a community event hosted by Iranian in Orange county In solidarity with the people in Iran. When: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Time: Please come at 5:00 PM Where: Jamboree Road & Barranca Parkway in the city of Irvine

Jun 17 Wednesday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: 1 Year Later and STILL Courting Equality Come celebrate the one-year anniversary of marriage equality in California. Reception/appetizers served at 6pm, followed by an interfaith service at 7pm and cake cutting at 8pm.
Fairview Community Church, 2525 Fairview Dr Costa Mesa, CA 92626 ocequality.ning.com/events/1-year-later

Jun 17 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: Genocide Today: A discussion with Mark Hanis presented by Orange County for Darfur University Synagogue Tikkun Olam
University Synagogue, 3400 Michelson Dr. Irvine, CA 92612 Light refreshments, free but donations greatly appreciated.
Mark Hanis is the co-founder and President of the Genocide Intervention Network. Genocide Intervention Network's mission is to empower individuals and communities with the tools to prevent and stop genocide. As a grandchild of four Holocaust survivors, Mark has a deep understanding of individual persecution, and of hope and opportunity. Outraged by the international community's inaction when the Darfur conflict began, Mark began on a journey that still continues today. livingubuntu.org/events/2009/a-discussion-with-mark-hanis.php

Jun 18 Thursday 3:30pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn Congressional Meeting and Sign-On Letter MoveOn North O.C. is having an event at Loretta's office. We will have people from other groups there too, who are in support of Loretta adding strengthening amendments to the Waxman/Markey green energy/jobs bill. We'll have some speakers and deliver a letter signed by various organizations requesting that she strengthen the bill. To sign up for the event and find out more details, this is the link. pol.moveon.org/event/lettermeeting Loretta's office: business park at Lewis and Lampson in Garden Grove, 12397 Lewis St. #101 Garden Grove, CA 92840

Jun 18 Thursday 6-9pm, Irvine: "Israel & Palestine: Is Peace a Dream" Humanity Unites in partnership with Friends of the Arava Institute proudly present an evening of community dialogue and pathways for Israeli and Palestinian Peace Process. We will have the pleasure of having representatives from the region speak regarding their work together as Arabs and Israelis. In addition, we will discuss the issues of the region and focus on what measures are viable and what we can do as a community locally. A panel forum representing different perspectives of the people from the Israeli/Palestinian region and local region will discuss the issues at hand and their perspective solutions. It is our pleasure to have the following distinguished individuals on our panel: 1. Mehnaz Afridi, Professor of Judaism and Islam, Antioch University, Los Angeles. 2. David Weisberg, Executive Director of Friends of the Arava Institute 3. Anton Khalilieh, Palestinian graduate Arava Institute 4. Liza Shtromberg, Israeli graduate of the Arava Institute Following our panel discussion, we will have our community round table and dialogue segment focusing on what solutions are viable in support of peace and justice. Please RSVP your attendance as soon as possible and prior to June 9th to Sunny.Zia@gmail.com or 949.933.0343, as space is limited. Guest list will be strictly enforced.
Woodbury Community Center, 130 Sanctuary, Irvine, CA 92620

Jun 18 Thursday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: OC Green Drinks is a casual, monthly get together for anyone and everyone interested in chatting about and advocating all things "green". ocgreendrinks.com
Jason's Wine Restaurant, 416 West Fourth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Jun 18 Thursday 7pm, Anaheim: Anaheim Democratic Club's guest speaker will be Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas. Join us at 6:00 pm for dinner. At Mimi's on Euclid, just south of the 91 Freeway. For more info: Ken Burke (714) 998-6935

Jun 19-Jul 9 Irvine: Food Inc. movie Opens for Limited Release Edwards University Town Center 6, 4245 Campus Drive. Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 854-8818 fandango.com/food,inc._122554/movietimes?location=92612
4In this MUST SEE film, Food, Inc., (Watch Trailer) filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that's been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, insecticide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won't go bad, but we also have new strains of e coli--the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually. We are riddled with widespread obesity, particularly among children, and an epidemic level of diabetes among adults.
Featuring interviews with such experts as Eric Schlosser (Fast Food Nation), Michael Pollan (The Omnivore's Dilemma) along with forward thinking social entrepreneurs like Stonyfield Farms' Gary Hirschberg and Polyface Farms' Joe Salatin, Food, Inc. reveals surprising -- and often shocking truths -- about what we eat, how it's produced, who we have become as a nation and where we are going from here.
Lets show our government that we DO care about these issues and please go see these movies in theaters! Organize groups of friends and relatives. This will be a GREAT intro to your doubting friends.

Jun 19 Friday Noon, Costa Mesa: Democratic Foundation Of Orange County Luncheon Tom Torlakson CA State Assemblymember & Candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
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. SPACE IS LIMITED - RSVP TODAY! For questions or to RSVP, please contact Josh Kurpies, Executive Director, at (714) 979-4436 or via email at josh@dfoc.com Save the Date - DFOC Luncheon w/ Asb. Pedro Nava (July 24, 2009)

Jun 19 Friday 6-8:30pm, Mission Viejo: Organic dinner and Eco presentation: Chris Prelitz "Green Made Easy: Transitioning to a Greener Lifestyle" 6-7 p.m. Organic Appetizers/Wine 7-8:30 p.m. Chris's talk $20 per person (proceeds go to building fund) RSVP (949) 481-4040 by June 17th
Join Chris Prelitz, author and green pioneer as he shares ways to be both environmental and economical at the same time. You'll discover that it's not only good for the planet, it's good for your pocketbook. For over 20 years, Chris has been helping businesses, home owners and corporations lower their monthly expenses by going green.
Chris will share ways to * live in harmony with nature * save money and save the environment - at the same time * create a thriving, healthy future for generations to come
Chris Prelitz has over 25 years of experience with green and sustainable design and construction. He redesigned and built the first permitted solar electric home in OC. His Laguna Beach home has been featured in Natural Home Magazine, OC Home and Riviera Magazine to name a few. He has served on environmental advisory boards at city, state, and national levels. Chris now touches audiences globally with his uplifting green message, appearing regularly in the print and broadcast media, including the premier episode of the Discovery Channel's Greenovate show.
Cost: $20 per person Babysitter provided at $10 per child (siblings $5) RSVP by June 17th at (949) 481-4040
Help celebrate our New Location at 25782 Obrero Drive Unit D Mission Viejo, CA 92691 centerforspirituallivingoc.org / csloc.org Visit Chris's website at prelitz.com / newleafamerica.com The Environmental Outreach heals the Earth and Humanity through Awareness, Education and Inspired action.

Jun 19 Friday 7-9pm, Irvine: Supporters of Iranians in Iran Candle Vigil 18040 Culver Dr Corner of Michelson and Culver
Please bring your candle, and let us respectfully, peacefully and silently support our brothers and sisters in Iran. You may bring signs and pictures of those who died for their country but please please no flags (lets avoid any conflicts that might occur). Today, we all need to be united. set aside your political view for now... lets get united and stand for our people in Iran Unity is the answer to human rights: stop fighting over your political view and which flag you think is the flag of Iran. Please be peaceful, and respectful.

Jun 20 Saturday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: Let us all shout united and strong: "Stop Persecution of Youth of Iran" Peaceful Demonstration in Orange County: Orange County, Los Angeles & San Diego Protesters
Sunflower Avenue & Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704   Our fellow Iranian protesters and non-Iranian protesters in the Southern California region, including San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles area. We are planning to protest against the crimes that have committed against humanity and democracy in the past few days in Iran after the so-called "democratic presidential elections". Please join us to show our support for our young brothers and sisters who are fighting to death for Iran?s freedom. This peaceful demonstration is planned to take place on Saturday, June 20th at 11:00 AM in the South Coast Plaza area, the cross section of Sunflower Avenue & Plaza Drive, in Orange County. It will last about 2 hours until 1:00 PM. NOTE: Please do not bring any flags. We are supporting the freedom and safety of our young fellow countrymen. Let us not give the Iranian government any excuse. Let us show the international media and the entire world the true principals we deeply fight for. Please share this around and send it to anyone who you think sympathizes with our cause. If you want to know more about the crimes committed against the young Iranian citizens in the past few days, check out the following links: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=212439210480&ref=mf http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=90369587887&h=7Ni1w&u=BiB6t&ref=nf http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=91632319874&h=ihz32&u=uaHet&ref=nf http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1183551430397&ref=nf http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1064433980175&ref=nf http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=213761120313&ref=mf http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1110569896960&ref=mf http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=199710377&ref=profile http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=89982532674&h=96fYn&u=DOG9C&ref=mf

Jun 20 Saturday noon, Orange: meeting about torture of children If anyone is still interested in meeting about torture of children, let's meet at the Starbucks in the Wells Fargo Bank in the Orange Circle at noon. Albert and I will be there meeting about torture of children Also see the attached flyer on an NRCAT event. Dorrine

Jun 20 Saturday noon-3pm, Orange: 2nd Annual Unity BBQ! Hart Park - 701 S. Glassell Street, Orange, CA To ensure we have plenty of food and drinks, please RSVP to our office at 714-835-5158 or email info@ocdemocrats.org. Suggested contribution of $5 to cover the cost of food and rentals.

Jun 20 Saturday 1-4pm, Irvine: Press Conference on Iran Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd.
Join Elected Officials and Iranian American Community Leaders for a IRVINE, CALIFORNIA- United States members of Congress and State Lawmakers from California will join Iranian American journalists, members of the International media and community leaders to receive updated briefings on the situation in Iran. Press conference is to highlight devastating impact of Iran;s post-election violence on the U.S./ Iran relations and the Iranian American community in the USA.

Jun 20 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC: Flicks for Thought "Constantine's Sword" Irvine Ranch Water District (Multipurpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) Irvine, CA 92618
AU-OC is proud to present the documentary, Constantine's Sword as this month's Flick for Thought. This is the story of James Carroll; a former Catholic priest on a journey to confront his past and uncover the roots of religiously inspired violence and war. His search also reveals a growing scandal involving religious infiltration of the U.S. military and the terrible consequences of religion's influence on America's foreign policy. Join us for this powerful and thought provoking documentary and join in the discussion afterwards. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com.

Jun 20 Saturday 2:30-5pm, Costa Mesa: The Least of These, a film documentary will be shown by the OC ACLU Chapter in conjunction with the Faith in Action council of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Costa Mesa, Doors open at 2 pm; the film be shown at 2:30 in the social hall.
The church address is 1259 Victoria, Costa Mesa 92627. The documentary follows the plight of three immigrant families held in the de Soto detention center in Texas. The combined efforts of a local law center and an ACLU lawyer attempt to bring the situation to the attention of the public. come learn and discuss. The event ends at 5 pm.

Jun 20 Saturday 4-11pm, Silverado: 5th Annual Tree Hugger's Ball and Go Green Expo 4:00pm to 8:00 pm - Go Green Expo 6:00pm to 11:00pm - Tree Huggers Ball
The OC Tree Hugger's Ball is your chance to experience the beautiful canyon eco-system we are striving to preserve while helping to educate the community about our vanishing wild spaces in harmony with our stewardship "Go Green" Expo features exhibitors of eco-friendly products, transportation, well known environmental speakers and live Musicians. BBQ or Vegan dinner can be purchased at the event. Spend an evening under the wonderful spring night skies of Baker Canyon, Silverado. Call 714-649-2820 for ticket information. $30.00 General admission, pre-purchase 2 tickets for only $50! (regular admission price at event) Kids 6-18 yrs $15, Children 5 & under Free! (admission price does not include dinner canyonland.org/treehuggers.html

Jun 20 Saturday 5pm, Irvine: Peaceful rally for Support of Iranians Corner of Culver & Harvard
I'm working on putting a Walk as well. Tell everybody to be there this weekend. In the meantime, we can have rallies as many as possible according to the our Constitutional 1st Amendment rights.Let's talk...

[Canceled] Jun 21 (Usually 3^rd Sunday) 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanist Association of Orange County: No meeting this month. Several board members are going to be unavailable. Next meeting is July 19. ochumanists.org

[Canceled] Jun 21 Sunday 4:15pm, Irvine: 70th AD Democratic Action Club & Democrats of Greater Irvine I wanted to let you know that OC for Darfur Presents "What About Darfur?" has been canceled. It was probably not a good idea to conflict with Father's Day. Thanks for your understanding. We will be rescheduling this event later. In the meantime, don't forget our regular Saturday morning Kaffee-Klatch at 9:00 am at University Center. You can check out all our activities at 70thaddac.org/ Thanks, Sharon Toji

Jun 21 Sunday 5pm, Irvine: Peaceful rally for Support of Iranians Corner of Jamboree & Barranca
I'm working on putting a Walk as well. Tell everybody to be there this weekend. In the meantime, we can have rallies as many as possible according to the our Constitutional 1st Amendment rights.Let's talk...

Jun 21 Sunday 6pm, Irvine: "Flow" Film Screening Come join us for a community screening of this award-winning documentary about the water industry and the growing problem of water privatization. Learn what is being done globally and locally to conserve this invaluable resource for future generations. After the screening, OC Interfaith Coalition for the Environment will lead a discussion and Q&A.
Triad Yoga and Pilates, 2626 Dupont Drive #A-20, Irvine, CA 92612 Bring your own cushion for seating l Space is limited Please RSVP to Sherri at (714) 552-0333 or ecofaith@ocice.org

Jun 22 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. or email Susan Uballe at suballe@yahoo.com.

Jun 23 Tuesday noon, Newport Beach: Speak-Out For Jobs 48th Congressional District Office
Come join the MoveOn Irvine Council at our Speak-Out For Jobs rally on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 12:00 PM, to express our support for the Waxman-Markey Energy bill currently before Congress and due for a vote at the end of this month (sign up at http://pol.moveon.org/event/jobsspeakout/93939). We'll be hearing from local politicians and small business owners who are demanding an energy bill focused on new, alternative energy jobs, and no more favoritism for Big Oil and Coal. We've extended an invitation to Congressman John Campbell's office to join us and defend the Congressman's position on the current legislation, as well as his plans for "green jobs" in the 48th District. We'll be rallying in the courtyard outside the Congressman's District Office in Newport Beach...SEE YA' THERE!!! Don't forget...sign up at pol.moveon.org/event/jobsspeakout/93939.

new Jun 23 Tuesday 12:15pm, Seal Beach: The Leisure World Democratic Club meeting starts at 12:15 pm in clubhouse 2. Just tell the guard at the gate that you are a guest of the Democratic Club. If you take the Seal Beach turnoff south from any freeway. You go a half mile and turn right at the globe. Go straight ahead a 1/4 mile past the light to El Dorado and turn right and 1/4 mile up you will see a large clubhouse on your left with a parking lot on the north. If you have any problem my cell phone is 562-209-3183. Dave

Jun 23 Tuesday 1pm, Laguna Woods: Earthworks Meeting Shari Horne will lead a discussion on the recycling bins pilot program--how it is performing and asking for suggestions as to what we may do to improve it. We will be dark July and August and will meet again Tuesday Sept. 22. See you all in the Redwood Room of the Community Center 4351 El Toro Road, Laguna Woods, CA.92653 Jim Davis, President Earthworks

Jun 23 Tuesday 6-8pm, Orange: Dream Graduation Join us for this symbolic event where students, community members, educators and allies will join forces in Orange County in solidarity with the Washington DC DREAM graduation, to support the plight of undocumented students in the passage of the Federal Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act. Help unfinished dreams become a reality.
Teamsters Local 952 Hall, 140 South Marks Way, Orange CA 92868 istillhaveadream.org

Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Santa Ana: The Patrick Henry Democratic Club is proud to present: Gustavo Arellano, staff writer for the OC Weekly and author as our next speaker. Gustavo Arellano is a staff writer with OC Weekly, an alternative newspaper in Orange County, California, and a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times Op/Ed pages. He is a familiar presence in Southern California radio as a frequent guest on liberal and conservative talk shows, where he discusses local and national issues. Arellano also writes "¡Ask a Mexican!", a nationally syndicated column and winner of the 2006 Association of Alternative Weeklies award for Best Column in which he answers any and all questions about America's spiciest and largest minority.
Gustavo has this to say about himself: "I'm Gustavo Arellano. I was born in Anaheim, California, to a tomato canner and an illegal immigrant. My ¡Ask a Mexican! column won the 2006 Association of Alternative Newsweeklies award for the best column in a large circulation weekly. I'm a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times and have appeared on Today, Nightline, NPR's On the Media, The Situation with Tucker Carlson, and The Colbert Report. I also mow lawns for $15 - $10 if I get a water break. "
Gustavo has written two books, "¡Ask a Mexican!" and "Orange County: A Personal History"
Marie Callender's, 1821 N. Grand Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (6:30 for food & drink, no minimum required; please support our hosts and eat with us.)
Come and join with us to promote a peaceful and prosperous future and dismantle the damage left behind by the Bush regime. The Patrick Henry Democratic Club of America (usually) meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month. National/Remote Memberships available. Contact admin@patrickhenrythinktank.org patrickhenrythinktank.org

new Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Candlelight vigil in support of democracy in Iran Jamboree and Barranca BYOC (bring your own candles)

Jun 23 Tuesday 7pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema is proud to announce it's June Film Screening: Think Peace If you love documentaries about the 60s/70s peace movement to end the war in Vietnam, but would like to see a movie about the modern peace movement, this is for you. Shot in Canada at a major peace conference in 2006, this documentary answers questions you may have had about our movement, confirms nagging suspicions, and inspires peace action. Please join us!
The Village Grind Coffeehouse 443 E. 1st Street (by 1st and Linden Ave.) Downtown Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-4033 FREE (but donations to cover costs are appreciated) Contact Leonard Baric @ (562) 682-6583 with any questions RADICAL CINEMA: WITH PEACE, THERE IS JUSTICE

Jun 24 Wednesday 6:30pm, Fountain Valley: Green Valley Community Center, 17250 Los Jardines. Democratic Club of West Orange County: Martin Wisckol "Where Is The Democratic Party of Orange County Going and What the Special Election Results Mean" For more information: dcwoc.org or call (714) 846-5201.

Jun 24 Wednesday 7pm, Newport Beach: Green Lecture: An Inconvenient Truth Environmental Nature Center, 1601 16th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663
visit the ENC to learn more about the planetary emergency of global warming and what YOU can do about it. Join LA County Teacher of the Year John Zavalney for a live presentation of the slideshow that's changing America's mind. After being trained by Mr. Al Gore and his staff, John is on a mission to get the word out about the dangers of global warming and offer suggestions on how we can help solve this crisis. John has won several prestigious educational awards including: The Disney American Teacher Award, The Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching, the Presidents Council on Environmental Quality Professional Development Award and LA County teacher of the Year. Call 949-645-8489 to RSVP. meetup.com/goinggreenorangecounty/calendar/10090250

new Jun 25 Thursday noon, Pasadena: Torture Accountability Action Day "Bye-bye Bybee!" Join us at the 9th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals district courthouse to rally for the accountability of Jay Bybee for torture. We will call for his resignation, impeachment, disbarment and prosecution.
THE RICHARD H. CHAMBERS COURTHOUSE 125 SOUTH GRAND AVENUE, Pasadena, CA 91105
Speakers: Mimi Kennedy, PDA Board Chair Jodie Evans, CodePink Co-Founder Dr. Dennis Loo, Professor of Sociology & World Can't Wait National Steering Committee member
The protest will conclude with the submission of a Judicial Misconduct Complaint against Bybee to Court officials. Jay Bybee signed memos authorizing torture while in the Bush Administration. Suspected war criminals such as Bybee should not serve as federal judges. Thousands of innocent men, and now women and children, it is suspected, have been tortured by the U.S., "sanctioned" by Jay Bybee's memo. JUDGE JAY BYBEE MUST GO!
Wear Orange?the color of Guantanamo detainee jumpsuits! We have signs or bring your own!
Please twitter: Rally 6/25 @ Noon 4 torture accountability 125 So Grand Pasadena 91105 Please share link on Facebook: tortureaccountability.webs.com/eventsacrossus.htm Carpool from OC: if anyone would like to attend this and wants to carpool, please call me at 949-257-8501 for info! Thanks! Sharon Tipton, PDA-OC

new Jun 25 Thursday 5:30pm, Long Beach: MFSO Banner Painting Party to make two great banners to carry along the parade route at the largest fourth of July Parade west of the Mississippi ! Last year we were a very popular group and got the chance to make many connections and tell our side of the story about the true cost of war.
775 Havana Ave. Long Beach 562-833-8035 Pitch in to order pizza!
Fourth of July Parade Main Street in Huntington Beach Right across from the HB Pier Recommended parking: Yorktown and Main St. SE Corner of Seacliff Village Shopping Center Available parking along side streets MEET UP DETAILS Sat July 4, at 9AM Worthy Park Corner of 17th & Main St. At W. Utica Ave., Just South of Huntington Beach HS. (We will bring our hand made banners!) We will need people to hand out some small sized flyers to a huge crowd with some basic facts about the true cost of war. We will also need several people to carry banners down Main Street or carry their own individual signs... Contact: Pat Alviso or Jeff Merrick 562-833-8035
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter mfsooc.org myspace.com/ocmfso 562-833-8035

new Jun 25 Thursday 6-8pm, Irvine: Peaceful Protest Rally in Solidarity with Iranians There will be speakers and then a candlelight vigil outside the City Hall building.
Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Plz, Irvine, CA 92606-5207 Please come & show your support for the democracy movement in Iran. We will gather in memory of Neda and the other innocents who have lost their lives in this struggle for justice. events.kodoom.com/en/38968608/Peaceful-Protest-Rally-Irvine

Jun 25 Thursday 6pm, Tustin: Planned Parenthood Volunteer Night: What's YOUR Story? 700 S. Tustin St. Orange, CA 92866
We all have a unique story to tell. And next Thursday, Planned Parenthood wants to hear yours. Whether you're a volunteer, health advocate, a former patient, political junkie, or intern ... you ARE Planned Parenthood. As a supporter, you are a vital part of our community, and the face of our organization. Join us next Thursday and help us launch our My Story campaign! Telling your story helps us build a stronger, healthier community. Our differences and similarities unite us and allow us to preserve and expand access to reproductive health care and information. This is your chance to set the record straight. The reproductive health care movement has many faces -- your face, your experience, your support, your story is all part of it. We hope you'll share it with us, and learn how to share it with others. Questions? For more information or to RSVP, please contact publicaffairs@pposbc.org Dinner will be provided.

new Jun 25 Thursday 7pm, Orange: PDA Orange County Chapter GENERAL MEETING CAFE LUCCA, 106 N. Glassell St., Orange, CA 92866
INTRODUCTIONS NATIONAL -- OBAMA White House Actions/Lobbying HR 676, Medicare for All?citizen lobbying/actions CD Point Persons CA40 Dave Sonneborn CA48 Dr Bill, Mary Carter Still Needed CA42,44,46,47 IOT Tuesdays/Organizing Thursday Conf Calls REGIONAL -- Calif Budget Debacle/Shock Doctrine -- Debrief CDP, Progressive Caucus reports Leno SB 810 - Calif Single Payer Governor's race-Updates LOCAL -- Candidates: Hedrick, Krom, AD's, SD's, Non-part's ??? PDA OC Organizing - North, South, and West OC Chapters Events/Actions OPEN DISCUSSION NEXT MEETING Monday, July 27, 7PM

Jun 25 (Last Thursday) 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Group #178 Irvine Monthly Meeting at the Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine.
For more details, see our website. For further information about the meeting, please see our group meeting page. For additional questions, please get in touch with us via our contact page.

new Jun 26 Friday 3pm, Huntington Beach: Organizing for America my.barackobama.com/page/content/hcserviceattend Day of Service - Healthy Food Drive Health Care Awareness - Prevention A few interested neighbors gathered on June 6 to discuss their experience with health care. We have many concerns about forthcoming health care reform. But we agreed that prevention (annual physicals, dental checkups, exercise and healthy eating) is key to drive down health care costs.
We decided to participate in President Obama's Day of Service to promote health care issues in our local communities and that a healthy food drive is a way to high-light the importance of prevention in our health care system. This is an opportunity to talk with our family and friends about health care: How is the current working for them? What is their experience with health care? HB Youth Shelter is the recipient of our donations. Would you like to support this food drive? If so here are some suggested items:
Low salt canned goods Canned fruit in juice Brown/long grain rice Sugar free juices Dried fruits Nuts Tuna packed in water Whole grain pasta Backyard fruits Vegetables High fiber no/low sugar cereals and breakfast bars Rice cakes Toiletry items: soap, toothpaste, dental floss Please drop off your donation to me by June 26. Thank You, Pat Goodman, 714-847-6617 P.S. here are some resources about the health care issue: Los Angeles Times 6/7/09: Private Insurance Companies Push for Individual Mandate: http://www.latimes.com/news/la-fi-healthcare7-2009jun07,0,5733720.story?track=ntothtml Front Line, Sick Around the World: www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/sickaroundtheworld/

Jun 26 (4^th Friday) 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.

Jun 26 Friday 6:30-8:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives: Families to Amend California's Three Strikes Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 South Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, (Located on the Southwest corner of Harbor Blvd. and Santa Ana Street) (714) 758-1050 uuchurchoc.org Progressive Potluck 6:30 - 7:30 P.M. Featured Speakers: 7:30 - 8:30 P.M. Sue Reams and Frank Courser, both from the group, "Families to Amend California's Three Strikes," will deliver a presentation about the history of the "Three Strikes" law in California. Passed by voters in 1994, California's "Three Strikes" law is an oppressive legal program that can result in life in prison for conviction of even minor felonies, often nonviolent-drug offenses. It's estimated that of the thousands of inmates incarcerated under California's "Three Strikes" law, approximately 45 percent are Black, 26 percent are Mexican/Central American and 25 percent are White. Reams and Courser will give us an update on the current status of the "Three Strikes" law and talk about what efforts are being made to change it by FACTS and other grass-roots organizations. Open Forum 8:30 - 9:30 P.M. Open discussion, announcements, and other news of interest. The "Potluck for Progressives" is endorsed by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim and is free and open to the general public. Although a small donation might be requested to help pay for facility costs, nobody will be turned away due to a lack of funds.

NEW Jun 27 Saturday 9am-9pm, Irvine: GreeNeda Event - MOVEMENT TOWARD A FREE IRAN AT UCI HUMAN RIGHTS AND FREEDOM ARE STILL A STRUGGLE FOR MANY IN THE WORLD
UCI Campus - Aldrich Park GreeNedaMovement@gmail.com "Human beings are members of a whole, in creation of one essence and soul... If one member is afflicted with pain, other members uneasy will remain... If you have no sympathy for human pain, the name of human you can not retain..." GreeNeda is a movement of unity among world citizens who in light of the latest injustices occurring in Iran have united in support of the Iranian people. It is a movement toward a Free Iran, by the people and for the people in support of the resilient freedom seekers. Iran's current uprising, following the recent presidential election and the ensuing concerns about fraud, is the most significant movement since the 1979 revolution. The people of Iran, in hopes of having their voices heard through peaceful gatherings and protests have been met by gun-wielding, baton swinging militia. Our mission is to educate the public about human rights issues and to promote a platform of solidarity with the people of Iran as they seek their own freedom during the current crisis and the atmosphere of violence and intimidation. We will accomplish this by organizing a "Teach - In" on the issues surrounding the current climate in Iran. Expert speakers and educators will make presentations on the history of events shaping today's Iran and provide insight into the possibilities for the future. We respectfully request your participation and presence at our event, which will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Aldrich Park on the campus of University of California, Irvine. uci.edu . Parking will be available for $7.00 at the parking kiosk. The urgency cannot be emphasized enough as we aim to strengthen the resolve of the people of Iran and to expose the world to the current struggle of the people. **** Volunteers are needed. So if you are interested Please contact ssiavosh@gmail.com. ****

[Postponed] Jun 27 Saturday 10am-noon, Santa Ana: THE ORANGE COUNTY PEACE COALITION'S SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS.. Basta! Human Rights Abuse in the American Southwest has been moved to July 25

Jun 27 Saturday 10am-4pm, Orange: Orange Bario Historical Society, Cypress Street Picnic @ Hart Park, 701 South Glassell Street
Potluck Style Picnic. Bring your favorite dish or food to share with a few others. (Don't forger serving utensils) Lunch will be served at 11am Bring your Photos & Stories to Share. Photo display provided by Russ Barrios & the Mexican-American Historical Society. Come and enjoy a day of music, raffles, food, and getting together with old and new friends.

new Jun 27 Saturday noon-3pm. Orange: Lady in Chief Luncheon/panel discussion/book signing with essayists featured in the new book "She's Out There! Essays by 35 Young Women Who Aspire to Lead the Nation: The Next Generation of Presidential Candidates". 12 pm Luncheon and Panel Discussion at Cafe Tu Tu Tango (20 City Blvd, Orange) 2 pm Book Signing at Border's (20 City Blvd, Orange) Tickets for the Lady in Chief luncheon are $25 each. If your check is postmarked by June 22. Tickets are $30 at the door. Reserve your seat today by emailing lwvcoca@gmail.com. Help bring new leaders to the event by sponsoring a young woman! Please email lwvcoca@gmail.com to express your interest. This event is proudly sponsored by the League of Women Voters of the Central Orange County Area.

new Jun 27 Saturday 4-6pm, Anaheim: A showing and discussion of the film "Shelby Knox Redux" Anaheim & Basileia: An Open Door Community of Christ and Active Voice Films invite your participation in a film screening of "Shelby Knox Redux" followed by a conversation about the issues raised in the film with Shelby Knox - in person!
Shelby Knox Redux, by Marion Lipschutz and Rose Rosenblatt, profiles a young woman during her teenage years who, despite her deeply conservative Southern Baptist upbringing, advocates comprehensive sex education and gay rights, and returns home five years later to check in with her friends, community, and formerly ambivalent parents. Building from the 2005 film The Education of Shelby Knox, Shelby Knox Redux takes viewers on a journey of personal awareness, family, and transformation.
ANAHEIM COMMUNITY OF CHRIST, 827 S Walnut Stunstarred, Anaheim, CA 92802 merigrrl@merigrrl.com

Jun 27 Saturday 4:30-7pm, Irvine: Get Engaged Tour Fellow Marriage Equality Supporters - By now, we've all heard that the California Supreme Court has ruled to uphold Prop 8. With marriage equality a reality in Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire and even Iowa, it's astounding to think that just a year ago same-sex couples could marry and today that right has been snatched away by a mere majority vote. While we are disappointed by this decision, we can't be discouraged and now's the time to get engaged! On Saturday, June 27th 4:30pm @ Irvine United Congregational Church (4915 Alton Pkwy) we will be hosting a community gathering to discuss what we know and what we need to do to regain marriage equality in California. A broad coalition of community organizations have come together to sponsor the latest California poll on support for marriage equality and initiative options. Results from this poll, along with information on how our county voted on Prop 8, will be shared. We will have an opportunity to not only ask questions, but to provide input on what we'd like to see in a future campaign and find out how we can get involved today. So I hope to see you on Saturday, June 27th and bring a friend, we can use all the help we can get! This event is sponsored by OCEC, Orange County Equality Coalition For more information you can visit: ocequality.ning.com/events/get-engaged-tour-oc You can also contact: Chelsea Salem OCEC, Get Engaged Tour seasalem@gmail.com 949-940-6376 Please forward this to anyone who would be interested!

Jun 27 Saturday 6:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Kick-Off Event Melissa Fox for California Assembly The Clubhouse at Big Canyon Villas, 540 Bay Hill Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
The Goal Electing Melissa Fox to the California Assembly for the 70th A.D! You can RSVP at votemelissafox@gmail.com More details will follow...

new Jun 27 Saturday 7-10pm, Irvine: Candle Light Vigil Continues In Support of the Brave Iranian Men & Women's Peaceful Resistance & Civil Disobedience Corner of Culver & Michelson (at the corner of Wholesome choice parking lot) In solidarity and support of the brave Iranian Men and Women peacefully resisting injustice and standing up for freedom and human rights, we will continue the candlelight vigils. I'm scheduling this event for Saturday, June 27th so folks can have advance notice and we can show our support in great numbers. Let's flood the corners of Culver and Michelson Dr. (North, South, East, West). Please spread the word and please invite everyone, this is a human rights issue and not limited to the Iranian Amercian community. Please come not just as an Iranian, American, Muslim, Jew, Bahai, Democrat, Republican, but as a fellow human being. Love and Light, Sunny

Jun 28 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County: The Politics of School Board Elections. Prominent OC progressives will address education issues. Attorney Florice Hoffman, executive board member of the OC Democratic Party and former candidate for the Orange Unified School District will speak about "The Politics of School Board Elections". Attorney Steve Young, a regional director of the CA Democratic Party and candidate for the 68th State Assembly District, will speak on "California Education and the Budget Crisis".
Duck Club: Riparian View, Irvine. Riparian View intersects Michelson between Jamboree Rd. and Culver Dr. From Michelson, turn south toward the open space onto Riparian View. Follow the signs for one mile to the San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary.

Jun 28 Sunday 3pm, Newport Beach: Progressive Christians Uniting Presents: Dr. David Gushee, Reflections from the War on Torture St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills, Newport Beach (at McArthur Blvd)
Dr. Gushee is the president of Evangelicals for Human Rights. He was instrumental in drafting the Evangelical Declaration Against Torture, the Evangelical Climate Initiative and will soon publish a collection of essays entitled Religious Faith, Torture, and Our National Soul. As a key leader in the National Campaign Against Torture he works strategically with President Obama in the war against torture.
A lecture and Q&A centering on the fight to end U.S. sponsored torture, Dr. David Gushee will address the need for and benefit of bringing evangelical and mainline Christians together in justice work like this. PCU-OC clergy will speak on their current evangelical outreach project.
Refreshments provided. Come! Learn! Meet Dr. Gushee! For information call (714) 721-6554, or e-mail eweller@pcu-la.org.

Jun 28 Sunday 4pm-7pm, Mission Viejo: National Women's Political Caucus - Orange County Chapter Dinner with Dr. Judy Chu, a member of the CA Board of Equalization and a candidate for the 32nd Congressional District (San Gabriel Valley). $45.00. Villa Roma Restaurant, 25254 La Paz Rd., Suite B, Laguna Hills, CA 92832, 949-454-8585. Due to President Obama's selection of Hilda Solis as Secretary of Labor, the Congressional seat in the 32nd District opened up. On May 19th, Dr. Chu won a hard fought Democratic Party primary; now the general election is set for June 14th. Sponsorships are available, please contact Rima Nashashibi (rnashashibi@yahoo.com or 949-462-4888). Please RSVP by June 24th to Joan Lars, j.lars@sbcglobal.net or 714-775-4820. Make checks payable to NWPC-OC PAC. Send to P. O. Box 10052, Santa Ana, CA 92711-0052. Web: nwpc-oc.org If you have any questions, please contact Rima Nashashibi at 949-462-4888.

JULY

Jul 1 (1^st Wednesday) 7pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County regular meeting. Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. Featuring: Katrina Foley, Costa Mesa City Council Katrina will address budget issues facing Costa Mesa and other local governments in the midst of the greatest financial crisis California and its people have ever faced. Nathan Gonzalez, author of Engaging Iran: The Rise of a Middle East Powerhouse and America's Strategic Choice, will discuss the current situation in Iran. Nathan posts at Huffingtonpost.com and founded Latinos for Dean, in support of Howard Dean's presidential campaign in 2004. For a complete biography, visit huffingtonpost.com/nathan-gonzalez Melahat Rafiei will present suggestions for how we can provide support for the reform movement in Iran. Quarterly Project: Bolsa Chica Wetlands and Wildlife Center in Huntington Beach. Please bring towels, cloths and Dawn (only Dawn) dishwashing liquid to the meeting. We'll deliver them to the center so the volunteers can care for injured animals.

Jul 1 Wednesday 7-9pm, Tustin: Monthly Meaningful Movies at Aldersgate: Flow Aldersgate UMC, 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780
Though the world's surface is covered by 70% water, only 1% is suitable for human consumption. In this award-winning documentary, Irena Salina investigates one of the most important political and environmental issues of the 21st Century: as the world's fresh water supply is dwindling, corporate interests are seeking to privatize it. Through interviews with scientists and activists, she reveals the building crisis at both the global and human scale, and introduces many of the governmental and corporate players behind the water grab, while begging the question "CAN ANYONE REALLY OWN WATER?" Beyond identifying the problem, FLOW also gives viewers a look at the people and institutions providing practical solutions to the water crisis. After the screening, AUMC Env. Ministries committee members will lead a talk about water conservation, including easy tips on how to reduce your usage.

new Jul 2 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition screening of Religulous You are invited to a free screening of the latest film by Bill Maher, "Religulous". Religulous follows humorist Bill Maher as he travels around the world interviewing people about God and religion. Known for his astute analytical skills; irreverent wit and commitment to never pulling a punch, Maher brings his characteristic honesty to an unusual spiritual journey. Join us for a thought provoking evening at:
St. Matthias Episcopal Church 7056 Washington Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 (Corner of Wardman & Washington Ave) For more info call (562) 587-6270 or (562) 325-5268 Free refreshments will be provided

new Jul 4 Saturday 9am, Huntington Beach: Fourth of July Parade Main Street in Huntington Beach across from the HB Pier Recommended parking: Yorktown and Main St. SE Corner of Seacliff Village Shopping Center Available parking along side streets

NEW Jul 5 (1^st Sunday) 8am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial vfpoc.org/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=2029 Please consider helping, or at least visiting, as we again setup our memorial on the sands of Huntington Beach to give thanks to and to honor those who have served our country and particularly those that made the ultimate sacrifice.We must continue to remind the public of this ongoing conflicts and their costs to our nation and its families, and also to continue to talk to, support and help the many Marines, Soldiers, Sailors, Veterans, family members and concerned others that come by.
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 meetup at the storage unit, Mini-U-Stor, at 7611 Talbert Ave. HB (that's n/west of Beach Blvd. between Beach and Gothard) 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 will be back to our regular schedule for breakdown, meaning we will start breakdown about 5PM. Then we load the vehicles and put everything back into storage.
Hope to see you there, Wage Peace, Ken Arnold VFP Chapter 110, Orange County, CA

[Update] Jul 5 Sunday 10:30am (doors open), 11:30 luncheon, then talk, Q&A, etc., Laguna Woods: Fascinating talk by John Dean, Nixon's counsel, then Watergate truth-teller, now a top national media voice for restoring Constitutional government, and author of newly-released "Blind Ambition: The End of the Story" Laguna Woods Democratic Club's Annual Luncheon, with John Dean, whose latest book, "Blind Ambition: The End of the Story," updated with a 30,000-word Afterword, will be featured. Mr. Dean will be available after his talk to autograph that book and some of his previous works. Cost is $22 for members and $25 for guests. Go to actblue.com/page/demclubluncheon, to charge reservations online.
Reserve by June 25! Call Sylvia Clark at 206-1921 for details. The Luncheon will also feature a Silent Auction.This is the Democratic Club's principal fund-raising event of the year and everyone is invited to attend.
Click here for Interactive Map, with Directions, starting at address you type to CH 5 venue (24262 Punta Alta, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637). Note: Non-LWV residents: CH 5 is in a gated community (formerly "Leisure World"). As a pass: print and show your ticket (emailed) or this page, a flier or article; for certainty, ask contact person to call in your name. DIRECTIONS: 5/405 South, exit #91 El Toro Rd. At exit light straight on Valencia 0.2 mi. to El Toro. Right. (5 North, same exit, left under fwy; at 0.5 mi cross Valencia.) 2.1 mi on El Toro (cross Moulton, uphill, downhill) to "Calle Corte / Gate 9". Show pass. 0.2 mi to deadend, Sosiega. Right. 0.2 mi to 1st stop sign, Monte Hermoso. Left. 0.3 mi uphill to Punta Alta. Right. Immediate right into big free parking lot. CH 5 entrance is obvious; walk straight 50 yds to biggest room.

NEW Jul 5 Sunday, 2-4pm, Irvine: Pet Abuse, Abandonment and Terminations. Senator and Majority Leader Dean Florez will join OC Greens to discuss the California's State Senate's recently approved the "Pet Responsibility Act", sponsored by Senator Florez, to reduce the need for pet terminations. SB 250, so numbered to represent $250 million spent annually to kill half a million unwanted pets, requires pet owners to spay or neuter dogs or free range cats, or obtain a license to keep an unaltered animal.
Charlotte Lorraine Cresse from OC People for Animals will also speak on this issue. Representatives of animal shelters will also attend this meeting.
A member of State Assemblymember Pedro Nava's office, who represents California 35th District, plans to speak about his sponsorship of The Responsible Breeder Act, to curb proliferation of California ?puppy mills?. AB 241 proposes a limit of 50, to the number of non-spayed or neutered dogs or cats a seller may possess
The Green Party of Orange County meets at Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

NEW Jul 6 (1^st Monday) 7pm, Santa Ana: OC Recruitment Awareness Project (OC-RAP) General meeting at El Centro Cultural de Mexico 310 W 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 At the corner of Broadway and p5th Street (above El Curtido Restaurant) Questions? oc-rap@hotmail.com or (714) 649-0501 oc-rap.org

[Canceled] Jul 7 Tuesday 6:30pm, Orange: Got Challenges? Obstacles Facing the Obama Administration Due to scheduling issues, we are reprogramming the event with an alternate speaker and different date.

NEW Jul 8 (2^nd Wednesday) 7pm, Huntington Beach: 67th Area Democratic Alliance Rose Espinoza & Giovanni Jorquera
International Association of Machinists Hall 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 67thad.com

new Jul 10 Friday 7-10pm, Newport Beach: HRC Moonlight Paddle and Dinner Join the OC/LB/PS HRC Community, for dinner and a guided kayak tour around the Back Bay! Click here to register
Newport Aquatic Center, 1 Whitecliffs Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 We have single kayaks, double kayaks, and seats outriggers! Quarter Moon Level - $65 Includes dinner and a guided tour for 1 person (kayak or outrigger). Half Moon Level - $125 Includes dinner, a guided tour for 1 person (kayak or outrigger), the latest HRC wearable gift, and name recognition. Full Moon Level - $250 Includes dinner, a guided tour for 2 people (kayak or outrigger), the latest HRC wearable gift, and name recognition. Dinner Only - $35 Can't join us for kayaking? Just come for dinner! All ticket purchases include HRC membership.

[update] Jul 11 Saturday 2-5pm, Laguna Woods: "Sick around the world" A Special Documentary Film Will be Shown Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge Refreshments! Other developed countries have universal healthcare - Why don't we? Frontline correspondent T. R. Reid examines first-hand how other advanced capitalist democracies - United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, Taiwan, and Switzerland - deliver universal healthcare. Can the United States learn anything from their successes and problems? lagunawoodsvillage.com//images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/July%2009%20FLYER.pdf

NEW Jul 11 Sunday 5-9pm, La Habra: DNOC Summer Social at Jeanne Moffit's home in La Habra. Art Munguia will be barbecuing a variety of meats, entertainment, candidates, etc. Casual, comfortable summer clothing recommended! democratsofnorthoc.org

new Jul 11 (2^nd Saturday) 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: ReclaimDemocracy.org Orange County: Screening of "The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil" ReclaimDemocracyOC.org
Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarter, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA

NEW Jul 12 Sunday noon-3pm, Tustin: Canvass for Equality Heritage Park, 2350 Kinsman Circle, Tustin, CA 92780 couragecampaign.org/page/group/OCEqualityTeam We'll be going door-to-door to raise awareness and support for marriage equality and equal rights in California. This battle will not be won in the courtroom or in the voting booth, it will be won in the hearts and minds of the American people. Face-to-face contact has been proven time and again to be the most effective ways of influencing opinion. We'll be meeting in Heritage Park, providing training and practice, then we'll fan out to go talk to people about the importance of marriage equality. The more people we have, the more people we can reach. Please join us! ocequality.ning.com/events/canvass-for-equality-tustin

Jul 12 Sunday 5pm, Tustin: Made in LA Conscientious Projector PCU-OC Film screening & discussion - wine & appetizers provided
Soul at Home. 17612 E. 17th St., Tustin, CA 92780
Made in L.A. is an Emmy award-winning feature documentary that follows the remarkable story of three Latina immigrants working in Los Angeles garment sweatshops as they embark on a three-year odyssey to win basic labor protections from trendy clothing retailer Forever 21. In intimate observational style, Made in L.A. reveals the impact of the struggle on each woman's life as they are gradually transformed by the experience. Compelling, humorous, deeply human, Made in L.A. is a story about immigration, the power of unity, and the courage it takes to find your voice. This event is co-sponsored by Soul at Home's Sunday Afternoon Matinee. For more info: Erin Weller | eweller@pcu-la.org | 714 721 6554 madeinla.com

NEW Jul 16 Thursday 7pm, Anaheim: Anaheim Democratic Club guest speaker Mayor Tom Daley Join us at 6:00 pm for dinner. At Mimi's on Euclid, just south of the 91 Freeway. For more info: Ken Burke (714) 998-6935

NEW Jul 17 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch With League: "The Calif. Budget Crisis - Where We Are and Where we're going" Contact: Elliott Wilson Executive Board, League of Women Voters Of Orange Coast 714-847-4501 Fax: 949-642-6102 (call first) E-Mail: rell10@socal.rr.com
What consequences do we face from California's economic meltdown? Where do we stand and what must be done to help solve are financial woes and social ills?
Chapman University Professor, Timothy Canova, will address the major issues surrounding California's fiscal crisis at our next Lunch with League meeting on Friday, July 17. His vast experience as a lawyer and an economic advisor, coupled with his outstanding oratory skills, insures us of receiving an excellent presentation. Among the particularly noteworthy topics of Canova's research, is in his writings about the consequences of our government's deregulation of financial institution.
Coco's at Fashion Island, 151 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach 92660 Speaker: Chapman University Law Professor, Timothy Canova, Dean of the Center for Local Trade and Development Directions: >From Coast Highway - signal at the Main Entrance to Fashion Island, turn East, go straight into parking lot to the right where you will see Coco's. From inland - take MacArthur Blvd. South (toward the ocean), make a right at San Miguel and a left onto Newport Center Dr., and an almost immediate right turn in front to Coco's into their parking lot. Please RSVP: Barb Wood 949-400-2183. This event is open to League members and the general public. More information about the Orange Coast League of Women Voters is available on their web site: orangecoast.ca.lwvnet.org

new Jul 18 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Americans United for Separation of Church and State Orange County Chapter presents Gustavo Arellano speaking on "The Collision of Religion and Politics in Orange County" Irvine Ranch Water District (Multipurpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) Irvine, CA 92618
Gustavo Arellano, religion and political reporter for the "OC Weekly," will discuss the intersection of religion and politics in Orange County. There are few reporters who cut to the heart of the issues of religion and society the way Gustavo does. In his book "Orange County - A Personal History" he covers Saddleback Church, Calvary Chapel and the Trinity Broadcasting Network. He doesn't leave out the sex-abuse scandal in the diocese. He also discusses Islam, including both Imam Siddiqi who prayed with George W. Bush following 9/11 and the Muslim Student Union at UCI who did not. Even the Buddhist temple gets a mention. In his columns, Gustavo has covered all religions - the good, the bad and the political.
Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com.

Jul 19 Sunday 1:30-2pm, San Clemente: Sand Sculpture for Peace and Nonviolence San Clemente Ocean Festival Sand Sculpture Contest, south of the pier.
This event is part of the World March for Peace and Nonviolence worldmarchusa.net Any and all are invited to participate in this event or just come down to support the WMPN at the beach. The event attempts to bring an awareness of building bridges between cultures engaging in activities which can lead to deeper discussions about areas most important to our species survival. While enjoying the day with like minded activist, we will be passing out WM flyers and getting sign-ups for endorsing the WMPN.
Anyone interested in building the sand sculpture, contact Nancy Nolan @ 949-498-9721 check out the website at oceanfestival.org for a list of supplies and more description of the Ocean Festival. Food and drinks will be supplied. We have a limited number of T-shirts for hardy workers. Sand castle starts at 6:30. Call for details.

NEW Jul 28 Monday 7 pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats regular meeting. Melahat Rafiei and Lindsay Hopkins from the DPOC will speak on the 34 City Strategy and the progressive Council of Orange County. A great opportunity to gain insight into the relationship of the DPOC to the local clubs. Norman Murray Senior Center 24932 Veteran's Way. For more information, go to canyondemocrats.org

new Jul 22 Wednesday 6:30pm, Fountain Valley: Green Valley Community Center, 17250 Los Jardines. Democratic Club of West Orange County: BBQ Picnic and Meet the Candidates Social. Candidates from Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa and Westminster will be invited. For more information: dcwoc.org or call (714) 846-5201. Socialize with other Democrats. Donations will be accepted

new Jul 25 Saturday 10am-noon, Santa Ana: THE ORANGE COUNTY PEACE COALITION'S SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS... Basta! Human Rights Abuse in the American Southwest
Scott Sink is a founder of the Tonantzin Collective. The Collective was formed in Santa Ana, here in Orange County, in '04 under the slogan "No human being is illegal". The collective has fought for human rights and dignity in our local area, including the recent struggle against the mayor of Costa Mesa, whose agenda was to combine local with federal immigration enforcement. The Collective, along with the ACLU, also sued the city of Lake Forest in defense of Day Laborers who suffered discrimination and police abuse.
Where: Quaker House, 117 W. 4th St., Suite 200 Santa Ana. 92701 (Northeast 4^th and Sycamore. . Pay-to-park neighborhood. Please carpool.)
Following the talk with Mr. Sink, the Orange County Peace Coalition will present a film by award winning filmmaker John Carlos Frey. We invite you to stay, table and watch the film with us: THE INVISIBLE MEXICANS OF DEER CANYON Frey spent a year documenting the Mexican immigrants living in clandestine shacks and shanty towns within eyesight of multi-million dollar mansions. Over 2,000 individuals, who work in nearby industries, live outdoors in the secluded canyons of San Diego-invisible to the local population. These shacks have no electricity, water or sanitation and are just yards away from some of the most expensive real estate in America. Come see this never before filmed expose of migrant life. Running time: 70 Minutes Free event! Light refreshments served Contact: Scott oscarnudo@yahoo.com Al White: 949- 492-0571 ocpeace.org

NEW Jul 25 Saturday noon-3pm, Laguna Niguel: Canvass for Equality Hidden Hills Park, 27802 Springwood, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 couragecampaign.org/page/group/OCEqualityTeam We'll be going door-to-door to raise awareness and support for marriage equality and equal rights in California. This battle will not be won in the courtroom or in the voting booth, it will be won in the hearts and minds of the American people. Face-to-face contact has been proven time and again to be the most effective ways of influencing opinion.
We'll be meeting in Marina Park, providing training and practice, then we'll fan out to go talk to people about the importance of marriage equality. The more people we have, the more people we can reach. Please join us! ocequality.ning.com/events/canvass-for-equality-laguna

new Jul 25 Saturday 1pm-3:30pm, San Juan Capistrano: Summer Social Party with Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez. Put on your Hawai'ian shirts, shorts and or dress and join us for lunch at 210 Dance Restaurant in San Juan Capistrano. Four course lunch with a Blue Hawaii to start $35. Further details call Carol Wilson 949-493-6943 or email at info@socdc.org

Jul 26 Sunday 11am-2pm, San Clemente: Military Families Beach Barbecue to honor the sacrifice of our military families from Camp Pendleton Help us reach out to Blue Star families. We want to give them a fun family day on the beach in San Clemente with a barbecue and games for the kids. San Clemente Beach Email: lori@hedrickforcongres.com

[Canceled] Jul 30 (Last Thursday) 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Group #178 Irvine July meeting canceled For more details, see our website. For further information about the meeting, please see our group meeting page. For additional questions, please get in touch with us via our contact page.

AUGUST

new Aug 6 Thursday 6:30pm, Anaheim: Hooray! Arianna Huffington is coming to the OC! It is our honor to invite you to join us for a very special evening with author, syndicated columnist and Huffington Post founder, Arianna Huffington.
Individual Ticket Levels: $75 for General Admission $60 for Sustaining Members FREE for Members of the Progressive Council of Orange County
Sheraton Park Hotel, 1855 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92802 Click here to RSVP and get your tickets today! If you prefer to pay by check or have any questions, please contact Melahat Rafiei at 714-835-5158 or Melahat@OCDemocrats.org.

new Aug 6 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace and Justice Coalition Free Movie Night The Future of Food HE FUTURE OF FOOD examines the complex web of market and political forces that are changing what we eat as huge multinational corporations seek to control the world's food system. The film also explores alternatives to large-scale industrial agriculture, placing organic and sustainable agriculture as real solutions to the farm crisis today
St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave., Whittier, CA 90602 N/E corner of Wardman St. and Washington Ave. Washington Ave (not Blvd) runs north and south two short blocks east of Greenleaf Park on Washington (there is additional parking in the back of the church) Walk through the second gate north of Wardman

new Aug 8 (2^nd Saturday) 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: ReclaimDemocracy.org Orange County: Screening of "Flow: For the Love of Water" (The film that will change the way you think about water.) ReclaimDemocracyOC.org
Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarter, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA

NEW Aug 9 Sunday 11am, Irvine: Third Annual Palestine Picnic Day Mason Regional Park - Shelter #6 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 Suggested Donation: $10 Adults, $5 Children: info@al-awdacal.org

NEW Aug 9 Sunday noon-3pm, Fullerton: Canvass for Equality Chapman Park, 2515 San Carlos Drive, Fullerton, CA 92831 couragecampaign.org/page/group/OCEqualityTeam We'll be going door-to-door to raise awareness and support for marriage equality and equal rights in California. This battle will not be won in the courtroom or in the voting booth, it will be won in the hearts and minds of the American people. Face-to-face contact has been proven time and again to be the most effective ways of influencing opinion.
We'll be meeting in Chapman Park, providing training and practice, then we'll fan out to go talk to people about the importance of marriage equality. The more people we have, the more people we can reach. Please join us! ocequality.ning.com/events/canvass-for-equality

NEW Aug 15 Saturday noon-4pm, Irvine: OC LGBT Pride Festival: Picnic in the Park with Pride 2009 William R. Mason Regional Park, on University Drive in Irvine The Festival will be centered at Shelter 6 in Mason Park Sponsored by the Orange County Equality Coalition Bring a picnic lunch. Admission is free to all. Families are welcome. Dogs are permitted. (But no alcohol please.) Carpooling is encouraged, as parking is limited and OC Parks charge for parking.
The After Party Steelhead Brewery at 4175 Campus Drive in Irvine welcomes the OC LGBT Pride After-Party from 4-8 pm Contact us at oclgbtpride@gmail.com or visit sites.google.com/site/oclgbtpride

new Aug 22 Saturday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County, Twenty-Ninth Annual Suffrage Day Celebration! University Club at UCI, 801 E. Peltason Dr., 11:00am to 2:00pm. This year's honorees are: Elaine Booth, Women For and OC progressive activist; Pam Allison, Project Hope; Chay Peterson, OC environmental and humanitarian activist, and Debbie Cook, Post Carbon Institute and former Mayor, Huntington Beach. The Suffrage Day Luncheon is open to all. Reservations with payment of $45 are due August 8th. Please make check payable to Women For: Orange County, and mail to: "Suffrage Day", 19192 Sierra Isabelle, Irvine, CA 92603. (To request a vegan meal, please write "VEG" in the memo line on your check.) Registration begins at 11:00am. Lunch will be served at noon in the Dining Room. Information 949.276.7298, womenforoc.org

new Aug 23 Sunday 3-5:30pm, Fullerton: Jazz Concert Fundraiser for PCU-OC Congregational Church of Fullerton 845 N Euclid St Fullerton, CA 92832 www.fullertonucc.org $25 a ticket Concert! BBQ! Learn more about PCU-OC! Details to come... Mark your calendars.

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REPEATING EVENTS

O. C. Catholic Worker - Volunteer Schedule occatholicworker.org/schedule.php

Mondays, 7:30am, Laguna Hills: Neighborhood Democratic Discussion Group at Starbucks Coffee, 25630 Alicia Parkway, across from Laguna Hills High School. Topics:

[Suspended] Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30pm, Orange: Yoo Protests at Chapman Have Now Ended! since the spring semester classes at Chapman have now ended, the MONDAY and WEDNESDAY 2:30-3:30 pm protests against John Yoo are now suspended. Yoo is not scheduled to teach any summer classes. But if we learn that he will be teaching at Chapman again in the Fall, we can plan to resume the protests at that time. Thank you to everyone who both participated in these protests and who helped raise awareness here in Orange County of the Bush administration's role in torture! groups.yahoo.com/group/ocpeacecoalition/files/John%20Yoo%20Protest%20Flyer.pdf, and anti-torture signs. Contact: Sharon Tipton 949-257-8501 groups.yahoo.com/group/ProtestJohnYooChapman/cal

Tuesdays, 4-5pm, Tustin:  Imagine 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

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

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

(3^rd Wednesdays), 7:30 am, Orange:  CARA Action Team, @ Teamster Local #952, 140 S. Marks Way, Orange Karen Connor, 626-915-4044

[Suspended] Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30pm, Orange: Yoo Protests at Chapman Have Now Ended! since the spring semester classes at Chapman have now ended, the MONDAY and WEDNESDAY 2:30-3:30 pm protests against John Yoo are now suspended.

[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

(1^st & 3^rd Wednesdays), 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. To learn more about Nancy: codepink4peace.org/article.php?id=1187
With a hope for peace in 2009, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

Wednesdays, 5-6 pm, Irvine:  UCI Amnesty International meeting, Crescent Bay Room B (A124) in the Student Center spirit.dos.uci.edu/amnesty/calendar.htm

2^nd Wednesdays 6-9PM, San Clemente:  Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org) Reno Room 204 S El Camino Real San Clemente, CA 92672

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

Wednesdays, 8-9 pm, Garden Grove: Be the Cause Orange County (bethecause.org) will gather for an hour of meditation every Wednesday,z along with our brethren in the Bay Area, Houston and Los Angeles. Quiet the mind. Sit in the stillness. Experience the silence. Everyone is welcome. Where: "Casa Cortez" 1412 Nisson Rd #20 Tustin, CA 92780 When: Every Wednesday gather at 7:30pm meditation from 8pm to 9pm dinner and discussion to follow RSVP Hiromi <aspiringme@yahoo.com>

Thursdays, 5 PM, Irvine:  UC Irvine Young Democrats meeting, Humanities Hall room 112 Contact: dlorango@uci.edu

[Suspended] 3^rd Thursday, 5:30-7:00pm, Huntington Beach:  Declaration of Peace This Thursday will be my last time to gather on Edinger and Beach to Declare Peace (please delete this 3rd Thurs. event from all newsletters and calendars) - I will volunteer once per month for the Sts.Simon and Jude Career Renewal Ministry. I extend to you an invitation to get to know the work of Residents for Responsible Desalination, r4rd.org .Blessings always, Pat G. declarationofpeace.org Pat Goodman, patgoodman@yahoo.com 714-847-6617

(1^st & 3^rd Thursdays), 6:30-8:30 PM, Irvine:  Steelhead Brewing Company, 4175 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 (map)
Come join us for an informal evening of pints and politics at Steelhead Brewing Company in Irvine (menu available on their website). We'll be on the patio, look for the signs! Political Pub Nights will be held on the first and third Thursday of each month. Please feel free to invite your friends, red or blue, all are welcome. Hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call or drop me a note. *Please let us know you're coming! R.S.V.P. to Destiny at 949-640-4400, or e-mail at destiny@club48democrats.com

Thursdays, 7pm, Santa Ana:  Immigrant Rights Committee Meeting El Centro Cultural De Mexico 310 W. 5th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701

3rd Thursdays 7-9 PM, Whittier:  Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition "3rd Thursday" Film Series (Will change to 4th Thursdays on July 23rd)
St. Matthias Episcopal Church - Chase Room, 7056 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602
1st Thurs-Movie night; 2nd Thurs=Steering Committee; 3rd Thurs General meeting - Peace and Justice Work whittierpeace.org

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

[Location change] Thursdays 7 PM, Rancho Santa Margarita:  Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org), a no-agenda social club for local progressives, meets at Wood Ranch Restaurant patio, next to Borders. 22352 El Paseo. Contact: rsm@drinkingliberally.org.

Fridays 7:30 am, Huntington Beach: Informal "Blue HB" Coffeeklatch at Natale's Cafe, 7251 Warner, between Gothard & Goldenwest. Contact: Vern Nelson 724-235-VERN

Fridays 8 am, San Juan Capistrano:  Informal discussion of local issues at Metro Java, 32211 Camino Capistrano.

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

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, 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach:  Vigil for Peace at Laguna Main Beach PCH at Ocean Avenue.  Bring signs or use ours Contact: (949) 499-3190

Saturdays, noon-2pm, Brea:  Brea Anti-war gathering at the intersection of Brea Blvd. and Imperial Highway Contact Marcus Gourley runningdeeractivist@yahoo.com

Saturdays, 5-9pm, Long Beach:  Seva Cafe Moved to Sundays

Saturdays, 11pm-2am, Santa Ana:  The Lights On Program is an amazing fully volunteer-run effort, offering warmth, caring & resources to those being released from incarceration. Conceived by the Society of St. Vincent De Paul, the program endeavors to help these men & women successfully re-enter society by meeting their immediate basic needs & connecting them to intervention & prevention programs to reduce further offenses. Volunteers man an RV, located across from the Intake & Release Center of the Santa Ana Jail. Volunteers are able to offer coffee, water, snacks, clothing, & the use of their cell phone, all provided free of charge. The RV also supplies free printed resources providing a comprehensive list of shelters, sober living homes, job programs, legal aid services & more to help them towards self-sufficiency. Oftentimes, once they are released from custody, they have no money for phone calls or bus fare. This program offers an immediate presence, a sort of safe haven for those men & women who often feel disoriented during the critical post-release period. Santa Ana Jail (Outside the Intake/Release Center) 550 N. Flower Street bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=5175

Sundays, 12-1pm, Huntington Beach:  Enough! Every Sunday from noon to 1pm,
Huntington Beach: At Main St. and PCH S/W corner For more info. Contact, Albert afitguy@excite.com Dorrine quitetherebel@hotmail.com theyoungturks.com/section/Enough dfalink.com/event.php?id=25376

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 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.

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Other event calendars
la.indymedia.org/calendar   Los Angeles Independent Media Center
change-links.org   Change Links
icujp.org/calendar.shtml   Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace
coalitionforworldpeace.org/events.html   Coalition For World Peace
csulb.edu/~eruyle/lbapnweb/calendar/calendar.htm   Long Beach Area Peace Network
sddemocrats.org/calendar.htm   San Diego County Democratic Party
ocdemocrats.org/index.php/blogs/upcoming_archives   Democratic Party of Orange County
my.barackobama.com/page/event/search_simple   Obama
ocgop.org/events   Republican Party of Orange County
totalbuzz.freedomblogging.com/political-datebook   OC Register
calaction.org   CalAction
creec.edgateway.net/cs/creec9bp/cal/65   California Regional Environmental Education Community
bethecause.org/calendar   Be The Cause
prcsd.org/webcalendar/month.php   Peace Resource Center of San Diego
www.sarah4hope.org/SARAH4Hope/Community_Events.html   Spiritual And Religious Alliance For Hope
dfa-oc.org/Antiwar%20Calendar%20for%20Orange%20County   Orange County Peace Coalition
ocpeace.org/calendar.html   Orange County Peace Coalition
au-oc.org/calendar.htm   Americans United for Separation of Church and State - Orange County
whittierpeace.org/calendar.htm   Whittier Peace and Justice Coalition
progressivechristiansuniting.org/events   Progressive Christians Uniting
ocice.org/events.html   Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment
ocgreenguide.com/OC-Events.php   OC Green Guide
meetup.com/goinggreenorangecounty/calendar   Going GREEN in Orange County
cgpacs.uci.edu   The Center for Global Peace and Conflict Studies
sistersofstjosephorange.org/calendar.php   Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange
sites.google.com/site/noonprop8events/Home/orange-county-events   No on Prop 8 Events - Orange County
queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/11/listing-of-prop-8-protests-and-rallies.html   Listing of prop 8 protests and rallies
www.eqca.org/site/apps/cd/month.asp?c=kuLRJ9MRKrH&b=4028667   Marriage equality events
nowoc.org/e107_plugins/calendar_menu/calendar.php   Orange County NOW
orangecoast.ca.lwvnet.org/calendar.htm   League of Women Voters of Orange Coast
ocvoice.wordpress.com/calendar-listings   Orange Coast Voice calendar
events.kodoom.com/en   Every Persian Event on the Planet
peacebuttons.info/E-News/thisweek.htm   This Week in History

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