Jul 11-Au 3 Friday/Saturday/Sunday, Santa Ana: Greetings From A Queer Senorita

Jul 19 Saturday 10-11:30am, Santa Ana: Evening of Awareness Meeting

[Postponed] Jul 19 Saturday 11am-4pm, Location TBA: Immigration Forum

Jul 19 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Americans United for Separation of Church and State presents Jim Armendaris of the Orange County Human Relations Commission

Jul 20 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanist Association of Orange County meeting

Jul 20 Sunday 4pm, Anaheim: Movie Day - What a Way To Go: Life at the End of Empire

Jul 20 Sunday 4-6pm, San Clemente: Social for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District

Jul 20 Sunday 4-7pm, Laguna Beach: South County Crosscultural Council benefit supporting our humanitarian programs

Jul 20-26 Sunday 6pm - Saturday 10am, Orange: Worker Justice Week At St. Joseph's Health System

Jul 20 Sunday 8:30pm, Costa Mesa: Sustainable Cinema Film Series

Jul 21 Monday 6-9pm, Huntington Beach: Pizza and Progressive Politics Social Event to Benefit Debbie Cook

Jul 21 Monday 6:30-9:30pm, Costa Mesa: Save Banning Ranch Community Presentation

Jul 21 Monday 7pm, Rancho Santa Margarita: Canyon Democrats Meeting

[Update] Jul 22 Tuesday 6-7pm, Orange: PCU supporting St. Joseph Health System Workers

Jul 22 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: Summer study group on Darfur (and the surrounding region)

Jul 22 (4^th Tuesday) 7pm Santa Ana: The Patrick Henry Democratic Club will be showing the movie "The Assassination of Hugo Chavez"

Jul 22 Tuesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: PDA Orange County Chapter

Jul 22 Tuesday 7pm, Newport Beach: Grey Water Workshop

Jul 23 Wednesday 6-7pm, Orange: Worker Justice Week At St. Joseph's Health System: Calif. Attorney General Jerry Brown and former Sister of St. Joseph JoAnn Consiglieri

[New Location] Jul 23 Wednesday 6:30pm, Huntington Beach: Democratic Club of West Orange County

Jul 23 Wednesday 7-9pm, Fullerton: Support Ed Chau for Congress

Jul 24 Thursday 5pm, Santa Ana: "Commie Girl in the OC" Book Signing

Jul 24 Thursday 6-7pm, Orange: Worker Justice Week At St. Joseph's Health System: Professor Joseph Fahey, Chair of Catholic Scholars for Worker Justice

Jul 24 Thursday 6pm, Laguna Niguel: JFK Good Works Democratic Club

[Rescheduled] Jul 24 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: Community Event in Support of UCI Students Trip to Israel and Palestine & Networking Night Moved to July 31

Jul 24 Thursday 7-9pm, Tustin: Help America featuring Mike Glover

Jul 24 Thursdays 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Theology On Tap

[New Recap] Jul 24 Thursday 7:30pm, San Clemente: Briefing on cancellation of Toll road hearing

[Postponed] Jul 25 Friday 10:30am-8:30pm, Irvine(?): Trestles--Public Hearing

CANCELED Jul 25 Friday 4-5pm, Irvine: NO Friday Imagine Peace Vigil on Culver and Michelson July 11,18,25

Jul 25 Friday 11am-6pm, Orange: Worker Justice Week At St. Joseph's Health System: Dolores Huerta, Father Gene Boyle, Ed Begley Jr. and Dr. Davida Coady

Jul 25 (4^th Friday) 6:30pm, Costa Mesa: A Traveling Conscientious Projector: "The 11th Hour: Turn Mankinds Darkest Hour into its Finest"

Jul 25 Friday 7pm, Laguna Hills: What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Homosexuality?

Jul 25 Friday 7-9pm, San Clemente: Social for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District

Jul 26 Saturday 8am-2pm, Laguna Hills: ACTION AIDS workshops

Jul 26 Saturday 8am-2pm, Orange: Candidate Training Academy and Luncheon with Jose Solorio

Jul 26 Saturday 10am, Santa Ana: Worker Justice Week At St. Joseph's Health System: March and Rally

[Canceled] Jul 26 (2^nd and 4^th Saturday) 10am, Orange: OC Peace Coalition Meeting Canceled

Jul 26 Saturday noon-4pm, Garden Grove: Campaign event with Loretta Sanchez

Jul 26 Saturday 2-5pm, Huntington Beach: Sierra Club L.E.E.D.s the Way

Jul 26 Saturday 3-5pm, Ladera Ranch: Gary Kephart's 44th Birthday splash

Jul 26 Saturday 4-7pm, Laguna Beach: Fundraiser to open Laguna Democratic Headquarters

Jul 26 Saturday 5pm, Santa Ana: Californians for Humane Farms: A Cage-Free Affair

[Moved] Jul 26 Saturday 5-10pm, Lake Forest: Summer Celebration: Michael Glover's Official Campaign Kick-Off Open House Moved to Aug 2

Jul 26 Saturday 5:30pm, Yorba Linda: House Party for Ralph Nader

Jul 26 Saturday 6:45pm, Laguna Beach: For the Bible Tells Me So

[Location change] Jul 27 (4^th Sunday) 1-3pm, Irvine: Newport Beach Bay Democrats

Jul 27 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Women For will show "China Blue"

Jul 27 Sunday 3pm, Santa Ana: Orange County CNA / NNOC Leader To Address OC Healthcare for All Community Activist Training

Jul 27 Sunday 3-5pm, Santa Ana: ECCO WEDDING RECEPTION

Jul 27 Sunday 3pm Newport Beach/4pm Costa Mesa/4pm Long Beach/etc.: OC Vote YES for Farm Animals

[Correction] Jul 27 Sunday 6-8pm, Irvine: DemOC PAC "Meet the Candidates" Dinner

Jul 28-30 Monday-Wednesday, Malibu: California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA) Annual Leadership Academy Retreat

Jul 28 Monday 7pm, Orange: DPOC Central Committee Meeting

Jul 28 Monday 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Huntington Beach group of Amnesty International

Jul 28 Monday 7pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema presents UNCONSTITUTIONAL The war on our civil liberties A Film by Robert Greenwald

Jul 30 Wednesday 7pm, Orange: UNA-OC coffee talks: "The politics of world food scarcity: a bad view from the inside"

Jul 31 Thursday 5:30-8:30pm, Anaheim Hills: Gary Pritchard for State Senate Campaign Kick Off Fund Raiser

Jul 31 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: Community Event in Support of UCI Students Trip to Israel and Palestine & Networking Night

Jul 31 Thursday 6pm, Long Beach: Campaign Champagne Dinner Cruise with Ken Arnold

Jul 31 Thursday 7-9pm, Orange: BRANDED: A Documentary on Human Trafficking in the Southwest

Jul 31 Thursday 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Coastal Convergence Society Video Night: Awake From Your Slumber

Jul 31 Thursday 7-9pm, Riverside: "Meet and Greet Party" for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District

Jul 31 (Last Thursday) 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International local group 178 (Irvine) movie showing of Darfur Now

Jun 1 (1^st Sunday) 8am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial After another difficult month for our deployed troops, we are as dedicated as ever to doing what we can to keep the costs of this conflict in front of the public, to continue this display, forum and venue, and to promote the cause of peace, while honoring those that serve and particularly those that have been sacrificed, and also fighting for full and proper benefits and care for our returning and past veterans. We cannot let the public forget in the face of the energy, food and economic crisis and the media attention on the national campaigns that our sons and daughters, husbands and wives, even fathers and mothers, are still daily struggling and risking half a world away.
Please consider helping, or at least visiting, as we again setup our memorial on the sands of Huntington Beach. We must give thanks and honor to those who have served our country and particularly those that made the ultimate sacrifice.We must continue to remind the public of this ongoing conflict and its costs to our nation and its families, and also to continue to talk to, support and help the many Marines, Soldiers, 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 5:00. 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.
I need to know that we have enough members willing to staff it all day and enough help and transport to get it setup and taken down. If you can help, please respond to (arncomp@pacbell.net) as soon as you can confirm your plans for Sunday.
It is important that we hear from veteran members soon to know what coverage we will have for the day. Please let us know what hours you can expect to be present.
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). Takedown will be on our summer schedule and we will start breakdown at, or a bit after, our usual 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 vfpchapter110.org

Jun 1 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Green Party of Orange County General Meeting Greg Hager reveals the life of a volunteer Sea Shepherd through his recent adventure aboard the Farley Mowat against the largest marine mammal slaughter in the world (The Canadian Seal Hunt.)
The Green Party of Orange County meets in the Board Room of the Irvine Ranch Water District located at 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. in the City of Irvine. (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Jun 1 Sunday 4-6pm, Corona: Coffee for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District, hosted by Margit and Larry Olsen Bill will be happy to meet you, tell you about the issues and answer any questions you may have. Location: 2407 S. Cota Avenue, Corona, CA 92882 Free admission. (see #C44BH)

Jun 2 Monday 6:30pm, Irvine: Sustainability Business Council One Greener 15375 Barranca Pkwy B-209 Irvine CA 92618 949-336-7783 Agenda: News/Announcements Advocacy Discussion & Update Education Discussion & Update Action steps Plan next meeting environment.meetup.com/360/calendar/7881024

Jun 2 (1^st Monday) 6:30pm, 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 5th Street (above El Curtido Restaurant) Questions? oc-rap@hotmail.com or (714) 649-0501 oc-rap.org

[Results posted] Jun 3 Tuesday 7am-8pm, Statewide: Primary Election OC returns: ocvote.com/live/pri0608/results.htm Statewide returns: vote.sos.ca.gov

Jun 4 Wednesday 2pm, Orange: Join Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice and Break Bread with Patient Care and Service Workers UCI Medical Center 101 The City Dr S., Orange, CA *Action will take place near the Main hospital entrance, at the intersection of Medical Center Dr. and the City Dr. Guest Parking: parking structure located on the northeast corner of The City Drive and Dawn Way. You may also find parking across the street at various shopping areas. PLEASE RSVP YOUR ATTENDANCE by contacting Wendy or Michael at: Michael Castro (949) 433-8335 | michaelpcastro@gmail.com Wendy Tarr* (626) 506-0825 | wendy.clue@gmail.com *Wendy will be out of town June 2nd-8th. Michael will be the contact for the week of the action. Across California, people of faith are united in solidarity with thousands of service and patient care workers in the UC system. On UC campuses, low wages and unaffordable benefits have created a workforce that struggles to make ends meet for their families. Service and Patient Care workers deserve a just contract that: Provides living wages Honors years of service Protects pension and healthcare Ensures affordable parking

Jun 4 Wednesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: DFA-OC monthly meeting, at Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA featuring update from Catholic Worker Isaiah House (Santa Ana homeless shelter) after its major remodel and budget crisis report from Michael Stone, California Teachers Association. Plus, candidates seeking DFA-OC endorsement will speak. Join us on the outdoor patio, great food and beverage; billing is by table (cash or credit card works). Everyone welcome to join and promote progressive solutions to political, social and economic problems. Contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@yahoo.com for more information. dfa-oc.org

[New article] Jun 5 Thursday 11am, Huntington Beach: ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS ANNOUNCE FINDINGS OF NEW RESEARCH
WHAT: Local Press Conference briefing with Earth Resource Foundation and the Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment. In collaboration with the National press teleconference briefing for journalists with Institute for Local Self-Reliance, Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA), Eco-Cycle, Clean Air-Cool Planet, and other experts.
WHERE: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza, Huntington Beach, CA (located at the end of Main Street and PCH)
WHO: * Stephanie Barger, Executive Director, Earth Resource Foundation (ERF) earthresource.org, Zero Waste Business Expert. Partner of the national organizations. * Sherri Loveland, Co-Chair, Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment (OCICE) ocice.org, U.S. Mayors' Climate Protection Agreement * Other Experts to be announced
BACKGROUND: Publication of timely report on United Nations World Environment Day offers tangible solutions to climate challenge, documenting that minimizing waste and increasing recycling and composting have the same climate protection impact as closing one-fifth of the nation's 417 coal-burning power plants. Coal combustion is the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.
The press conference will link the Stop Trashing the Climate report findings to issues that face every community in America and the broader climate change debate. Key findings and recommendations will be presented. The national release coincides with events across the country in Tallahassee, FL, Bridgeport, CT, Boulder, CO, Providence, RI, and Massachusetts, urging elected leaders to redirect the millions of dollars now slated for incinerator and landfill investment toward economically-sound and climate-friendly strategies such as recycling and composting.
ERF and OCICE have partnered to bring viable solutions to Orange County and beyond through education, resources, and activism. Both organizations have been very successful in educating the public about ocean pollution, especially plastic and solutions that benefit our health, economy, and the environment. ERF has led the charge on educating government and businesses about the successful Zero Waste model. OCICE has worked with Mayors throughout Orange County to sign and implement the practices outlined in the U.S. Mayors' Climate Protection Agreement. The next step for the County of Orange is to provide viable infrastructure of composting and recycling for businesses to increase their bottom line and decrease our impact on the environment.
On the morning of June 5, 2008, a PDF file of the report can be downloaded at stoptrashingtheclimate.org. Additional information will be made available online following the press conference. Hard copies of the 20-page executive summary will be available at the press conference.
News coverage: hbindependent.com/articles/2008/06/11/politics/hbi-earthresource061208.txt

Jun 5 (1^st Thursday) 6:45-9pm, Tustin: Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment Planning Committee Meeting Aldersgate United Methodist Church 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA The Planning Committee meets monthly to plan the annual Caring for Creation conference in addition to other, smaller events that take place throughout the year. For more information, please visit our website at ocice.org.

Jun 5 Thursday 7-8:45pm, Fullerton: DNOC (Democrats of North Orange County), monthly meeting at Sizzler, 1401 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92831. Come for dinner at 6:00 and meeting from 7:00-8:45. This month's speaker will be Berny Enriquez from SEIU-Service Employees International Union. He will speak about issues and concerns of organized labor as we approach the coming election. For additional information, please contact Co-President, Sharon Brown, at shbrownsbr@aol.com

Jun 5 Thursday 7-9pm, Riverside: Meet and Greet for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District hosted by Pat and Delia Riley An free opportunity to hear Candidate Bill Hedrick talk about the issues, and to ask him questions. Location: 4795 Oakwood Place, Riverside, CA 92506 (see #C44BH)

Jun 5 Thursday 8:30, Santa Ana: Drinking Liberally with Assemblyman Solorio Join Assemblyman Jose Solorio and the Orange County Young Democrats at Drinking Liberally for a Post-Election Toast to the Democratic successes of this election. It will be held at Memphis Restaurant located at 201 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701. The first toast beverage will be compliments of Assemblyman Jose Solorio. (See #DrinkingLiberallySA in the Weekly events section)

Jun 6 Friday 11:30am-2pm, Costa Mesa: The Violence Prevention Coalition of Orange County invites you to a luncheon honoring individuals committed to preventing and reducing violence in our communities. 12th Annual Ambassador of Peace Awards Ceremony Registration 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Luncheon & Awards 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m Turnip Rose The Grand Newport Plaza 1901 Newport Boulevard Costa Mesa, California 92627 Leaders in the field of violence prevention will be recognized for their outstanding contributions and commitment to non-violence. For further information or questions, please call Christine Laehle, (714) 327-1067

Jun 6 Friday 7pm, Orange: Friday Night Film Series -- Poverty, Prayer & the Power of Film Special Guest Speaker: Filmmaker Gerry Straub
Filmmaker Gerry Straub will explore how film transforms people's hearts and can be used to serve the poor. His works (often shown in the Friday Night Film Series) shed light on poverty and its crushing impact in both human and spiritual dimensions. These films are used throughout the U.S. at parishes, high schools, and universities as educational tools for raising awareness about global poverty and our Gospel mandated response to the social concerns of our times.
You're invited to hear Gerry as he fleshes out the Gospel call to care for "the least" in our society through his own conversion story and with powerful clips from his many films. sandamianofoundation.org/projects.htm
Schedule: 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Gathering and Refreshments 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Special Guest Gerry Straub
St. Joseph Center Auditorium Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange sistersofstjosephorange.org 480 S. Batavia St., Orange, CA 92868-3998 714-633-8121x7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Jun 7 Saturday 8am, La Habra: Rosie's Garage 10th 5K walk/run 50 Yard Diaper Dash starts at 7:30am 5K Runners starts at 8:00am The La Habra Children's Museum 301 S. Euclid, La Habra (by the Depot Theatre, the railroad tracks & tennis courts). I hope you can register and walk/run/contribute to this cause that helps keep children away from gangs by providing a proactive alternative that assists children with after school home work assistance and college preparation. The program is entirely neighborhood based in La Habra, Brea & Santa Ana. rosiesgarage.org/5k-run.html

Jun 7 Saturday 9am-1pm, Irvine: Steve Young for Congress, Campaign/Precinct Organizing Meeting, We are now past all the Primary election and into the REAL campaign season . You are the key to increasing democratic turn out in your neighborhood in November. As of 5-12, we have 4,052 new Democrats in the 48th District (only 942 Reps.). Please join us by becoming a Neighborhood Precinct Volunteer.Neighbor to neighbor organizing most important activity we can do to expand our democratic base for change. This meeting is for precinct leaders/volunteers, anyone that wants to join Steve's campaign, or organizers and volunteers working on other campaigns which overlay the 48th District.
Steve's HQ is 101 Pacifica, Suite 100, in Irvine. It is in the Irvine Spectrum area at the corner of Pacifica and Barranca. The building is diagonal from the Double Tree Hotel. Let's work together to win in 2008. Please RSVP to Marion at 949-640-4400 or e-mail at marionpack@cableone.net.

Jun 7 (1^st Saturday) 10am, Huntington Beach: Orange County MFSO meeting at Carrows Restaurant in the back room. Anyone with family in the military or supporters are welcome to attend. 16931 Magnolia Ave
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter mfsooc.org myspace.com/ocmfso 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

Jun 7 Saturday 6-10pm, Anaheim: Entertainment Night for Civil Rights Heritage Forum 201 E Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805 ca.cair.com

Jun 8 Sunday 11am-4pm, Stanton: Be The Cause: All Hands On Meeting We cordially invite you to join us for a special meeting to celebrate some of our events from the last year, to discuss the amazing things that will be happening in the next few months, and to brainstorm new ideas on how we can ripple out more compassion into the world!
Location: Stanton Community Services Center Address: 11822 Santa Paula St, Stanton, CA 90680 Day of phone: Christine (562) 715-2183
Format: For the first half of the meeting we will hear presentations on various Be the Cause projects: * Introduction * Walk for Hope * Service Vacation * Special Events * Back-end Processes
For the second half of the meeting we will break out into small rotating groups to discuss and brainstorm ideas. A home-made lunch will be provided; all you need to bring is an open heart.
Please RSVP at bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6552 so we know how much food to prepare. This meeting is open to anyone and everyone -- feel free to send it out. If you're new to Be the Cause or if you're receiving these emails but have yet to come to an event, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know what we're about & to find ways to become involved. We hope to see you there. BeTheCause.org

Jun 8 Sunday 12:30pm, Mission Viejo: Environmental justice movies the Green Sanctuary Committee of Tapestry UU Congregation in Mission Viejo sponsors 2 short environmental justice films in the sanctuary. Afterwards we'll have a short discussion on what we, as a Green Sanctuary Congregation, can and are doing to help this world. Please join us! * National Geographic's "Strange Days on Planet Earth" with host Edward Norton * "The Story of Stuff" with Annie Leonard 25801 Obrero Drive Alicia Parkway east from I-5, left at Jeronimo, left at Obrero, right immediately into the strip mall bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6585

Jun 8 Sunday 12:30pm, Orange: David Sirota "The Uprising: An Unauthorized Tour of the Populist Revolt Scaring Wall Street and Washington." Carpenters Union Hall, 1916 W Chapman Avenue, Orange CA 92868. Corner of Chapman and Marks. Ample parking behind building via Marks. David Sirota, author of the New York Times Bestseller "Hostile Takeover" will do a presentation and sign copies of his new book "The Uprising". Proceeds of this event will benefit the Democratic Party of Orange County. ocdemocrats.org/index.php/blogs/upcoming/david_sirota_presentation_and_book_signing

Jun 8 Sunday 1pm, Irvine: 70^th Assembly District Democratic Action Club Hi All: We've made it to June in this , the longest election cycle of our lives!!! Please send me Agenda Items, ideas for programs, suggestions for fund raising, etc. Sunday, June 8, 2008 at the IRWD HQ, 15600 Sand Canyon @ 1pm. Bring a friend! Shirley SPALLEY@aol.com

Jun 8 Sunday 1-3pm, Fullerton: Progressive Women in North Orange County will have their next meeting on Sunday June 8 from 1:00 until 3:00 at the home of Susan Uballe, 2618 Amherst Ave, Fullerton CA following the Re-elect Rose Espinoza precinct walk in La Habra from 10:00 until noon. Julissa Jose-Murray of Planned Parenthood will speak regarding efforts to recruit progressive candidates at the School Board Level. Please join us for both events!
Call Susan at 714 6800012 or email suballe@yahoo.com for more information. progressivewinoc.org

Jun 8 Sunday 4pm, Newport Beach: I was in prison and you visited me... Sister Suzanne Jabro speaks on Faith & Prison Sister Jabro is the head of the Women & Criminal Justice Network and Get on the Bus, an organization dedicated to uniting children with their mothers and fathers in prison. St. Mark Presbyterian Church 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road Newport Beach, CA 92660 Corner of MacArthur & San Joaquin Hills Road A wine and cheese reception to follow (non-alcoholic drinks available) for more info contact: 714.721.6554 eweller@pcu-la.org progressivechristiansuniting.org

Jun 8 Sunday 5:30pm, Irvine: MoveOn Council Monthly Gatherings 23 Morning Glory Irvine, CA 92603 June Potluck and Get Together Irvine and More Council Hosted by Pat Schilling and Family June Potluck and Get Together Irvine and More Council Hosted by Pat Schilling and Family pol.moveon.org/event/events/index.html?action_id=122

Jun 8 Sunday 7-9pm, Irvine: Watch the HBO Movie Recount This Weekend With The YDs Reina Kapadia, a fellow Orange County Young Democrat, will be hosting a screening of the HBO movie Recount.
Recount portrays how the Republicans stole the 2000 presidential election. Appetizers and drinks will be served at 6:00 PM and the movie screening will begin at 7:00 PM and end at 9:00 PM. All are welcome but, please RSVP to Reina at reinak@gmail.com or at 949-378-5839 so she knows how many people to expect. The screening will be held at her home located at 11 Hawkridge, Irvine, CA 92604.

Jun 9 Monday 7pm, Long Beach: Torture is a Moral Issue Dr. George Hunsinger Professor of Systematic Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary, founder of the National Religious Campaign Against Torture, and author of Torture is a Moral Issue: Christians, Jews, Muslims and People of Conscience Speak. First Congregational Church Corner of 3rd & Cedar in Downtown Long Beach A Free Community Event - All Are Welcome Sponsored by Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace Progressive Christians Uniting First Congregational Church of Long Beach FirstChurchLB.org

Jun 10 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: Summer study group on Darfur (and the surrounding region) Patty's office 4675 MacArthur Court Suite 1200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Doors lock at 7pm. If late, please call 949-246-2969 to be let in.
As the atrocities in Darfur, Sudan continue, the entire region is subject to many horrors. In order to be most effective in our efforts, we will devote our meetings this summer to deepening our understanding of these complex situations. The goal of this study group is to increase our understanding of the history and background of the region in combination with the most current developments. Issues will be discussed in a context emphasizing the human experience of the people involved.
Our first meeting will begin with discussing the Cheadle & Prendergast book Not on our Watch: The Mission to End Genocide in Darfur and Beyond Order your copy and begin reading it now! Reading the book in advance is suggested, but not required. livingubuntu.org/events/2008/darfur-study-group.php

Jun 10 (2^nd Tuesday) 7pm, San Juan Capistrano: South Orange County Democratic Club El Adobe 31891 Camino Capistrano San Juan Capistrano CA 92675 democrat.meetup.com/42/calendar/7933691 The June speaker will be Tom Daly, Orange County Clerk Recorder and former Mayor of Anaheim. As the highest-ranking Democrat holding nonpartisan office in Orange County, Tom is often mentioned as a possible candidate for County Supervisor or a partisan office. We gather at 6 PM for an optional dinner. The meeting starts at 7PM. socdc.org

Jun 10 Tuesday 7:30pm, Anaheim: Carbon Circle Come to the new study group led by Joe Chaikin to learn more about global warming and how we can reduce our carbon emissions. This is part of a campaign by our California UU Legislative Ministry. Come and learn what you can do about it! Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim 511 S. Harbor Blvd., corner Santa Ana St. uuchurchoc.org

Jun 10 Tuesday 7:30pm, Laguna Woods Village: Robert Scheer Returns Join us as he discusses his new book an the 2008 elections * Currently Editor-in-Chief of Truthdig.com, 2007 Webby Award winner for best political blog * A contributing editor for The Nation; a syndicated columnist, based at the San Francisco Chronicle * Host of "Left, Right and Center" on KCRW (NPR affiliate in Santa Monica) * Former Vietnam correspondent and Editor-in-Chief of Ramparts magazine * Author of seven books, including With Enough Shovels; Regan, Bush and Nuclear War New Book The Pornography of Power Available for purchase and signing!
Clubhouse 3 Auditorium Sponsored by Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village Admission Free - Everybody Welcome Contact: Betsy Martin bmartin125@comline.com

Jun 10 Tuesday 8pm, Irvine: Irvine Global Warming Group June Meeting Panera Bread 3988 Barranca Parkway Irvine , CA 92606 globalwarming.meetup.com/65/calendar/7934582

[date change] Jun 11 Wednesday 7:15-8:30AM, Santa Ana: RECRUITMENT AWARENESS LEAFLETING
WHAT: Handing out literature to high school students and interested parents, plus Opt-Out Forms--IMPORTANT!!! We call it leafleting!
WHO: You. And hopefully many other volunteers. Direct questions/RSVPs to Thu-Trang: autumnpage@gmail.com // (714) 363-7869 mobile
WHEN: Wednesday, June 11 // 7:15 - 8:30 a.m. Note: volunteers may leave any time; we understand you got work, school and so on because so do we.
WHERE: Segerstrom High School, 2301 W. Macarthur Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92704 // Parking information will be available when you RSVP.
WHY: Toward the end of demilitarizing all high schools in Santa Ana Unified. Students who want to enlist may go to a local recruiting station just as students interested in a particular university pay a visit to the campus.
Debriefing: We will meet at a bagel shop down the street afterward for coffee/breakfast and discussion about the morning's events.
Recruitment Awareness Project (714) 649-0501 info line | oc-rap.org

Jun 11 Wednesday 6:30pm, Irvine: ORANGE COUNTY NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN PRESENTS: Neighborhood Awareness/Block Walking Strategies Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force Orange County NOW will be assembling teams to join the OC Human Trafficking Task Force to walk in Orange County and pass out information regarding human trafficking. If you would like to join us to be part of a team or to assist the OC Human Trafficking Task Force in some other way, please join us for our:
General Meeting Irvine Ranch Water District Offices 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. Irvine, CA 92618 We are also having board elections during the last 1/2 hour of this meeting. If you are interested in serving on the OC NOW board, Please contact us at orangecountynow@yahoo.com for more information.

Jun 11 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: 67th Area Wide Alliance International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Please join us at our meeting, get acquainted, and help us prepare for Flag Day, June 14, at the Elks Club, Garden Grove. We need all the volunteers we can find! Check our website at 67thad.com

Jun 11 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods Village: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Club House 3, Dining Room 1. Lina Kreidie, Assistant Director of the UCI Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Ethics and Morality, Director of the Middle East Student Initiative, will be our guest speaker. Dr. Kreidie, born and educated in Lebanon, earned her PhD in Political Science at the University of California, Irvine. She has been extensively published on subjects regarding Middle East politics and global issues and has been interviewed numerous times by the media, including NPR and ABC News. Some of her students may attend the meeting and join in discussing the November election, the presidential candidates, and the phenomenon which has been the emerging activism and enthusiasm of American youth for Senator Barack Obama. For info on the June 11 meeting or the Club, call President Barbara Amster at 460-0517. lw-dems.org

Jun 11 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: Irvine United Congregational Church presents a free film screening "For the Bible Tells Me So" with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Mel White
Can the love between two people ever be an abomination? Is the chasm separating gays & lesbians and Christianity too wide to cross? Is the Bible an excuse to hate? FOR THE BIBLE TELLS ME SO offers healing, clarity and understanding to anyone caught in the crosshairs of scripture and sexual identity. We will view the film, distribute pamphlets on "What the Bible Says and Doesn't Say About Homosexuality" (written by Mel White from Soulforce) and have a discussion on both.
The Rev. Dr. Mel White is the founder and President of Soulforce and a former ghostwriter for fellow evangelicals, including Billy Graham, Pat Robertson, Jim Bakker, and Jerry Falwell. Inspired by the nonviolence movements of Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., White developed a program based on their principles to address the suffering of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. In 1997, he was awarded the ACLU's National Civil Liberties Award for his efforts to apply the "soul force" principles of Gandhi and King to the struggle for justice for sexual minorities. He is the author of over 16 books, including Stranger at the Gate: To Be Gay and Christian in America, published in 1994, and Religion Gone Bad: The Hidden Dangers of the Christian Right, published in 2006.
Irvine United Congregational Church - 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA, 92604 949-733-0220 iucc.org

Jun 11 Wednesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Orange County Atheists at the International House of Pancakes at 18542 MacArthur Blvd in Irvine, near John Wayne Airport. ocatheists.com

Rescheduled Jun 12 Thursday 7:15-8:30AM, Santa Ana: RECRUITMENT AWARENESS LEAFLETING Rescheduled to June 11

Jun 12-Jul 10 Thursdays 6-8pm, Santa Ana: Living Sustainably Series The Road Less Traveled Store 2202 1/2 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92706
A first for Orange County, this series is a crash-course on environmental living for the modern-day person. In five weeks, you will learn the basics of: water & energy, chemicals, shopping & food as well as tips, a resource pack and tools. Share your experiences in living consciously with others in your community. $35. Offered twice a year roadlesstraveledstore.com

Jun 12 Thursday 7PM, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club: Habitat for Humanity and our Orange County Veterans Habitat for Humanity has an ambitious Veterans Housing project currently under construction in San Juan Capistrano. It is our great pleasure to present Sharon Ellis, the Executive Director of this amazing organization as she describes Habitat's mission to provide low cost housing to those most in need. It is also your opportunity to truly "support the troops" by taking an ACTIVE role in honoring those who have sacrificed so much for their fellow citizens. So roll up your sleeves, open your hearts and prepare to help those men and women our Government has let fall through the cracks. There will also be a short discussion about the new "G.I. Bill" that is currently facing a Presidential veto. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 429 Cypress Street, North Laguna (For more information or to RSVP, please call (949) 235-8277 lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com/Meeting.aspx

(New Location) Jun 12 Thursday 7PM, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats Meeting We invite you to attend our next Orange County Young Democrats meeting on Thursday June 12th at 7:00 PM at Bistro 400 located at 400 W. 4th Street, Santa Ana CA, 92701. We will be featuring Karen Haluza, candidate for Fullerton City Council, and Gary Pritchard, candidate for the 33rd State Senate District. Our meeting will be followed by Drinking Liberally at Memphis. Free food will be provided. For more information please visit us online at www.OCYD.net.

Jun 12 Thursday 7PM, Long Beach: Long Beach Democratic Party Meetup Group IHOP Restaurant 700 E. 45th St. Long Beach CA 90807 562-422-8310 democrat.meetup.com/232/calendar/7903617

Jun 12 Thursday 7-9PM, Riverside: Meet and Greet for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District hosted by Garth Newberry An free opportunity to hear Candidate Bill Hedrick talk about the issues, and to ask him questions. Location: 641 Taca Court, Riverside, CA 92507 (see #C44BH)

Jun 13 Friday 6:30pm, Friday 6:30pm, San Juan Capistrano: Organic Dinner and Eco-Presentation; Personal Ecology: Discover ways to optimize personal wellbeing & body function through diet and holistic health In this panel Dr. Karen Ayash and Chuck Meece will engage us in the conversation of holistic health and healing through diet, nutrition and getting to know our personal body ecology. Cost: $20 Please bring utensils, plates, and a beverage. Babysitter provided at $10 per child RSVP by June 11th at (949) 481-4040 Center for Spiritual Living OC 27121 Calle Arroyo (Suite 2200) San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 centerforspirituallivingoc.org/xen_environmental_outreach.html

Jun 13 Friday 7 PM, Irvine: Environmental Coalition for the Orange County Great Park and Great Park Communities Irvine Ranch Water District, Multipurpose Room, at 15600 Sand Canyon, Irvine Doors open at 6:45, Meeting starts with presentations at 7:00 p.m. Meeting to end at 9:00 PM at latest
The Coalition is happy to sponsor two of the Coalition's liaisons to the Orange County Great Park Corporation Board, Michael Pinto, Ph.D, and Mayor Beth Krom.
First, Mayor Beth Krom will give a short update on the progress of the Orange County Great Park. She will also put the Great Park project into a historical perspective, underscoring what has been achieved, how it has been achieved and what the Great Park represents for the future of Orange County.
This will be followed by a presentation by Dr. Michael Pinto who will discuss the Wildlife Corridor, Agua Chinon stream, and Audubon International Certified Golf Course. He will also cover sustainable features in the park as well as the current housing conditions that, believe it or not, can work to the favor of the park with lower costs (they do have money in the bank plus a good income already) and a more leisurely approach to the planning and implementation of the park. Also, he will discuss how the Directors are moving forward with the development of the 27.5 acre demonstration park, a great addition to the balloon park.
For more information regarding the Environmental Coalition Please contact Stephanie Pacheco at stephaniepa@socal.rr.com or 714-963-1658

Jun 13 Friday 7 PM, Laguna Beach: Fairly Frequent Friday Films Voices in Wartime: Exploring with powerful images and moving words the often-ignored connection between war and poetry, this fascinating documentary trains the lens on poets from around the world, collecting views and experiences that extend beyond national borders. The film also illuminates the historical relationship between poetry and war, from ancient Babylonia and the fields of Troy to the great conflicts of the 20th Century. Join JOY Ministry (Justice, Outreach and YOU) for an evening of film and conversation. Neighborhood Congregational Church, 340 St. Ann's Dr., Laguna Beach. sb2099@mac.com for information.

Jun 14 Saturday 9am-3pm, Orange: St. Joseph healthcare workers Kickoff Canvassing Walk At Orange County Federation of Labor 309 North Rampart Ave., Suite M Orange, CA 92868 Everyday Healthcare Workers at St. Joseph, St. Jude and Mission Hospitals Care For Us and Our Loved Ones Now they ask for our help in their struggle to have a voice oclabor.org/images/docs/StJoeWalkingleafletfinal%5B1%5D.pdf For more information and to RSVP please contact Julio Perez at 714-390-2139 or jperez@seiu-uhw.org

Jun 14 Saturday 9am-3pm, Garden Grove: Flag Day Celebration Elks Lodge Garden Grove 11551 Trask Ave. Garden Grove, CA Corner of Trask Ave. and Newhope St. Join us for the 6th annual celebration of our flag Kosher Hot Dogs and Apple Pie 2 Civic Awards Entertainment Includes Vietnamese and Folklorico Dancers Patriotic Speakers Profits to Fisher House fisherhouse.org and the Soldiers Project thesoldiersproject.org both programs help with the physical and emotional rehabilitation of our veterans. Sponsored by the 67th Flag Day Celebration Committee Tickets $30 General Admission $15 Student Admission Red Cross Blood Drive 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Flag Day Events Open at 12:00 Noon - Program 1 PM to 3 PM 67thad.com/Common/RemoteFrame2.html

Jun 14 (2^nd and 4^th Saturday) 10am, Orange: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting (in accordance with our usual "second and fourth Saturday" schedule) WHERE: Sisters of St. Joseph Justice Center 480 S. Batavia in Orange web site: ocpeace.org phone: (714) 637-8313

Jun 14 Saturday 10am-5pm, Santa Ana: OC NAACP presents: "JUNETEENTH - RETURN TO THE PAST" - For Info call 714-543-3637 ocnaacp.com/eventslist.cfm

Jun 14 (2^nd Saturday) 11am-12:30pm, Laguna Woods, "Bring the Troops Home Now" rally at the corner of Paseo de Valencia and El Toro Rd, in front of the Washington Mutual Bank. Citizens of conscience have an opportunity to express their concerns about our purpose and presence in Iraq. Participants may use signs provided, or bring their own. Everyone is invited to attend. Be an active witness for peace. Info: 586-0880 Shirley Mcgovern adele@comline.com

Jun 14 Saturday 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: ReclaimDemocracy.org Orange County: NO END IN SIGHT! ReclaimDemocracyOC.org We'll show one of the films nominated for the 2007 Best Documentary Feature Oscar: NO END IN SIGHT! This 107-minute documentary film, certainly one of the most decorated and best reviewed we've ever shown, was your top choice in our recent poll asking what you'd like to see in upcoming meetings. For a film preview, click here. noendinsightmovie.com
As always, the meeting will be held at the Irvine Ranch Water District building at 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (corner Sand Canyon and Waterworks Way) in Irvine. The meeting will begin at 6:30 PM and end about 8:30 PM or so.
Here is a film synopsis: The first film of its kind to chronicle the reasons behind Iraq's descent into guerilla war, warlord rule, criminality and anarchy, NO END IN SIGHT is a jaw-dropping, insider's tale of wholesale incompetence, recklessness and venality. Based on over 200 hours of footage, the film provides a candid retelling of the events following the fall of Baghdad in 2003 by high ranking officials such as former Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage, Ambassador Barbara Bodine (in charge of Baghdad during the Spring of 2003), Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff to Colin Powell, and General Jay Garner (in charge of the occupation of Iraq through May 2003) as well as Iraqi civilians, American soldiers, and prominent analysts. NO END IN SIGHT examines the manner in which the principal errors of U.S. policy - the use of insufficient troop levels, allowing the looting of Baghdad, the purging of professionals from the Iraqi government, and the disbanding of the Iraqi military - largely created the insurgency and chaos that engulf Iraq today. How did a group of men with little or no military experience, knowledge of the Arab world or personal experience in Iraq come to make such flagrantly debilitating decisions? NO END IN SIGHT dissects the people, issues and facts behind the Bush Administration's decisions and their consequences on the ground to provide a powerful look into how arrogance and ignorance turned a military victory into a seemingly endless and deepening nightmare of a war.
Join us as we view this film and engage in our always lively and provocative follow-up discussion. The meeting is free and refreshments are served. And come early - this will no doubt fill the room! Steve

Jun 15 Sunday 7am, Long Beach: Celebrating Fathers - on the streets As with Mother's Day last month, we are planning to take to the streets this Sunday, (Father's Day) to connect with those men (and women) who feel isolation & outcast on a day when most of us are with our families. The last experience was an incredible way to give honor to existence itself - wishing so many a happy Mother's Day for contributing to this beautiful thing we call life.
If you care to join us, we will be passing out muffins and hot coffee. It's an experience that will stay with you long after Father's Day. Please RSVP if you plan to come. Time: 7 a.m. (We meet early for the benefit of those who have their own plans) Meeting point: The parking lot of the First Congregational Church: 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802. Cross Streets: Cedar Ave. & 3rd St. Contact: Sonali (949) 254-3538 or sonalif@bethecause.org.

CANCELED Jun 15 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanist Association of Orange County meeting canceled Next meeting July 20 ochumanists.org

Jun 15 Sunday 6:30-9:30pm, Huntington Beach: The Dem Club of West Orange County is opening a campaign office at 5915 Warner Ave, NW Huntington Beach in the Liberty Tax Service office. We will be having an Open House on June 14th, 6:30-9:00. Steph Campbell Americans United for Separation of Church & State Orange County Chapter www.au-oc.org 714-299-4551

Jun 16 Monday 6pm dinner; 7PM meeting, Rancho Santa Margarita: Canyon Democrats Meeting, San Giovanni's Restaurant in the Dove Canyon Plaza. At our June meeting, we will have "Dr Bill" Honigman, president of the California chapter of Progressive Democrats of America (PDA). He will speak about the top PDA issues (End the War, Redirect Funding, Health Care for All, Economic Justice, Clean, Fair, Transparent Elections, Stop Global Warming) as well as about the California Democratic Council (CDC). Everyone welcome. For more information, go to canyondemocrats.org or email canyondems@cox.net

Jun 17 Tuesday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: Young Democrats Happy Hour Join us for our first Orange County Young Democrats Happy Hour. It will be held at Kitsch Bar located in at 891 Baker St., Costa Mesa, CA, 92626. There is a cost of $10 per person with all funds going to OCYD. For more information please contact Katherine Reedy at 480-766-6741 or at kmreedy@gmail.com. For more information please visit us online at OCYD.net.

Jun 17 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Orange County ACLU Chapter meeting - Orange County Hate Crimes The Orange County Chapter of The ACLU presents Jim Armendariz to speak on hate crimes in Orange County. bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6622 Irvine Ranch Water District (Multipurpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) Irvine, CA 92618 (IRWD neither supports nor endorses the cause nor the activities of organizations which use the district's meeting rooms that are made available as a public service) The monthly meeting of the American Civil Liberties Union of Orange County will take place at the Irvine Ranch Water District. The ACLU is dedicated to the preservation of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Contact: Birdie Reed rareed657@socal.rr.com, or ACLU-OC aclu_oc@yahoogroups.com (949) 660-5502

Jun 18 Wednesday 6pm, Irvine: Fight Global Poverty @ Rubio's Mexican Grill (Irvine Spectrum Food Court 31 Fortune Drive Irvine, CA 92618 endpoverty.meetup.com/62/calendar/8051343 bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6597

Jun 18 Wednesday 7pm, Irvine: Iranian American Democrats Coffee beans Alton PKWY @ Jeffrey Rd. iadoc.org/Whats_New

Jun 18 Wednesday 7:30pm, Costa Mesa: Save Banning Ranch Monthly Meeting Wahoo's Restaurant 1862 Placentia Ave Costa Mesa , CA 92627 savebanningranch.org

Jun 19 Thursday 5:30-7:00pm, Irvine: Please join us to support Sukhee Kang, Beth Krom & Larry Agran The home of Kamron and Fahim Jabbari 18801 San Rufino, Irvine CA, 92603 Suggested Contribution Levels Platinum- $410 per candidate (total of $1230-maximum contribution) Gold- $250 per candidate (total of $750) Silver-$100 per candidate (total of $300) Please RSVP to the DPOC office: (714) 835-5158 or Lindsay@ocdemocrats.org To contribute online, go to: keepirvinegreat2008.com To Send Contribution by mail: PMB 211, 14252 Culver Dr. #A, Irvine CA, 92604

Jun 19 (3^rd Thursday) 5:30-7:00pm, Huntington Beach: Declaration of Peace We Continue to Declare Peace declarationofpeace.org Southeast Corner of Edinger and Beach Blvds. Huntington Beach Signs Provided, All are Welcome! Contact: Pat Goodman, patgoodman@yahoo.com 714-847-6617 google.com/calendar/event?eid=NmpmcG45b25qbTJwYzMyM2Y1bTAyNWs0c2dfMjAwODA2MjBUMDAzMDAwWiBpbmZvQG9jcGVhY2Uub3Jn

Jun 19 Thursday 6:30-9pm, Costa Mesa: Green Drinks hosted by Earth Resource Foundation earthresource.org/events/ocgreendrinks1.html 485 E. 17th Street #200, Costa Mesa, Ca 92627 (Newport Office Tower) $10 Donation appreciated or please feel free to bring your favorite dish, drink or treat. RSVP by June 17th to info@earthresource.org or 949-645-5163 for more information on Green Drinks visit greendrinks.org ocgreendrinks.blogspot.com

Jun 19 (3^rd Thursday) 7-9pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace And Justice Coalition "TEACH IN" Meeting St. Matthias Episcopal Church Chase Room 7056 Washington Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 groups.yahoo.com/group/Whittier_Peace

Jun 20 Friday 6-10:30pm, Laguna Hills: Join Steve Young, for his official 2008 campaign kick-off. It's a gala Summer Solstice Dinner, Dance & Silent Auction on Friday, June 20th at the Laguna Hills Community Center, 25555 Alica Parkway. (corner of Alica and Paseo de Valencia) The Midnight Ramblers will provide music for the evening. The evening will begin at 6:00 PM, with a social hour and silent Auction; dinner at 7:00 PM; speaking, entertainment and dancing from 8:00 - 10:30 PM.
Be a Diamond Sponsor @ $1500, which includes table & a full-page message/ad in the Kick-Off Booklet; a Platinum Sponsor @ $1200, which includes a table & half-page message/ad in Kick-Off Booklet; Gold Sponsor @ $1,000, includes table & listing on Gold Sponsor Page; Silver Sponsor at $250 per person, includes listing on the Silver Sponsor Page; and all our welcome attendees at $100 a person. A table seats eight people. Please respond no later than June 13th , to Marion, 949-640-4400, or marionpack@cableone.net. You can also RSVP on-line at actblue.com/page/kickoffCa-48 Web site: steveyoungforcongress.com/2008

Jun 20 Friday 7pm, Newport Beach: Screening of 2007 Emmy Award-Winning Documentary 'The Ghosts of Abu-Ghraib' St. Mark Presbyterian Church 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road Newport Beach, CA 92660 Fellowship Hall
Directed by Rory Kennedy, daughter of the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, the movie is a groundbreaking examination of the psychological and political context in which torture and humiliation occurred at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. A discussion, led by Jeanne Whitesell, chair of St. Mark's Peace & Justice Commission, will follow the movie. Admission and parking are free, and there is no reserved seating.
Child care available by reservation only. Make your reservation by emailing childcare@stmarkpresbyterian.org or calling 949.200.1913 and indicating the names and ages of your children, your name and contact information. Reservations must be received by noon on Monday, June 16. stmarkpresbyterian.org/Home/Events/SavetheDate/tabid/101/Default.aspx

[Rescheduled] Jun 21 Saturday morning, Corona del Mar: We have confirmed a date for out next photo shoot (see info below). U.S. Congressional candidate Steve Young (48th district) has confirmed his attendance and we are also extending an invitation to Rep. John Campbell. We need your body in the sand, and your hand in getting the word out, so mark your calendars! Thank you!!! Barbara 949-235-6200 - cell Orange County for Darfur needs 100+ people lying in the sand to form the words "END GENOCIDE NOW!" A photo will be taken, enlarged into a poster, and sent to our newly elected U.S. President after the election. Both Presidential candidates vowed to make ending genocide in Darfur a high priority. We want to make sure that promise is kept. Come join us! For more info or RSVP, click here. livingubuntu.org/events/2008/end-genocide-now-photoshoot.php When: Saturday, Sept 6 2008 9:30a (sharp!) Where: Inspiration Point - Corona Del Mar, CA corner of Orchid and Ocean Blvd

Jun 21 (3^rd Saturday) 9:30-11:30am, Orange: United Nations Association/USA: Orange County Chapter Board Meeting Board meetings are open to all and we encourage all of our members to attend and participate in shaping the future of our organization.
Sisters of St. Joseph Mother House 480 S. Batavia Orange, CA 92868 3rd Floor in Back Building una-oc.org

Jun 21 Saturday 10am, Newport Beach: Environmental Nature Center LEED® Building Open House encenter.org 1601 16th Street Newport Beach, CA 92663 newurbanism.meetup.com/117/calendar/8072208 The Environmental Nature Center is celebrating the opening of its highly anticipated state-of-the-art learning facility.

Jun 21 Saturday Noon, Irvine/Long Beach: Hungry for Change Bake Sale On Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd, thousands of MoveOn members around the country will organize "Hungry for Change" bake sales to support MoveOn's campaign to win back the White House. Whether you can organize an event, bake something, or help out selling treats, your participation will make a difference. If you create a new bake sale, others will sign up to help. If there's already a bake sale near you, sign up to help or hold your own. It's a piece of cake pol.moveon.org/event/events/index.html?action_id=123 (see also Jun 21)

Jun 21 Saturday Noon-3pm, Orange: Obama Unity Rally/Bar B-Q (Organizing) Hart Park 701 South Glassell Street, Orange, CA 92866 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4g88

Jun 21 Saturday 2pm, Anaheim: Movie Day - The Corporation thecorporation.com It's an important movie. You should see it. And it's good to see it with friends. :) alanwatts.meetup.com/8/calendar/8056073 Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim uuchurchoc.org 511 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 758-1050

Jun 21 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC Flicks for Thought presents "Friends of God: A Road Trip With Alexandra Pelosi" at the Irvine Ranch Water District (Multipurpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. (at Waterworks) Irvine, CA 92618. This documentary is a fast-paced cross-country journey showing a cross-section of evangelical America. Pelosi spent over a year creating this documentary of personal encounters with influential and famous as well as some of the everyday members of the evangelical community. Among those who are interviewed are Ted Haggard at his mega-church in Colorado Springs and Jerry Falwell, founder of Liberty University. Also included are conversations with visitors at religion-themed parks, Christian comics, creationist educators and evangelical activists in Washington, DC For more information visit the website at au-oc.org , contact: Steph Campbell (714) 299-4551 or e-mail the chapter at orangecountyau@yahoo.com.

Jun 21 Saturday 4-6pm, Corona: "LAUNCH INTO SUMMER WITH BILL" Fundraiser for Bill Hedrick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District The Bill Hedrick for Congress Campaign invites you for a cool drink in the afternoon in a Private Garden in Corona. Hosted by Pam and Nick Migliozzi, 9321 Pioneer Lane, Corona, CA 92883 For details go to the website: www.hedrickforcongress.com and click on Events: "Launch into Summer with Bill" (see #C44BH)

Jun 21 Saturday 4-8pm, 6pm-11pm, Silverado: 4th Annual Tree Huggers' Ball & "Go Green" Expo treehuggersball.org Environmental expo 4:00-8:00 pm, Ball: 6 pm - 11:00 pm Baker Ranch / Cornerstone RV Park, 27912 Baker Canyon Road, Silverado, CA Cost: $35.00 General admission, $60 per couple, Kids 6-12 yrs $15, Children 5 & under Free! Parking $3 per vehicle bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6502

Jun 21 Saturday 4pm-dawn, Orange: SUMMER SOLSTICE at RJ's Farm 4pm gardening workshops; 6pm potluck (bring food and drinks); 7pm bonfire made with organic fuel;   * Keltic beverages * fresh compost * Zapatista coffee brewed over a fire * fire dancing * glass recycling * open mic * camping optional (714)381-5331

Jun 21 Saturday 6-10pm, Laguna Beach: Lagunatics: De Benefit fa Deborah: "We Be Mekkin' She Laugh" at Neighborhood Congregational Church. No Square Theater, the producer of "Lagunatics", is creating a sure-to-be side-splitting show for the benefit of Lagunatics veteran Deborah Harris who is stricken with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and in need of a customized wheelchair. Funds raised will also help defray the mounting cost of Deborah's in-home care. The evening will include a silent auction, appetizers and wine/soda pre-show and desserts and coffee during intermission. Island wear, please. Ticket price is $150. Tickets can be purchased at the door or order forms can be attained at sb2909@mac.com. Donations gratefully accepted. 100% of the proceeds go to the NCC Goodness and Mercy Fund for Deborah's benefit. 340 St. Ann's Dr., Laguna Beach.

Jun 22 Sunday 9:30am, Huntington Beach: Nature Walk & Fundraiser for Debbie Cook Enjoy Huntington Central Park while donating to the campaign for "Debbie Cook for Congress" on a fundraiser tour led by Stephanie Pacheco and Connie Boardman. We'll walk a little over a mile at Huntington Central Park on June 22nd. To participate, email stephaniepa@socal.rr.com for details (This is an RSVP-only events, one must RSVP to attend).

Jun 22 Sunday 10:30am, Newport Beach: Discussion on torture continues... Fellowship Hall St. Mark Presbyterian Church 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road Newport Beach, CA 92660
St. Mark's weekly Adult Education Forum will present a program on torture. This event will be led by St. Mark member and retired Marine Corps Colonel Eric Piper. stmarkpresbyterian.org/Home/Events/SavetheDate/tabid/101/Default.aspx (See also Jun 20)

Jun 22 Saturday 11am, Long Beach: Hungry for Change Bake Sale On Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd, thousands of MoveOn members around the country will organize "Hungry for Change" bake sales to support MoveOn's campaign to win back the White House. Whether you can organize an event, bake something, or help out selling treats, your participation will make a difference. If you create a new bake sale, others will sign up to help. If there's already a bake sale near you, sign up to help or hold your own. It's a piece of cake pol.moveon.org/event/events/index.html?action_id=123 (see also Jun 21)

Jun 22 Sunday 11:30pm, Fullerton: "In God We Trust" and the Separation of Church and State The Congregational Church of Fullerton 845 N. Euclid, Fullerton,CA 92832. What does "in God we trust" really mean in a political context? Where does it come from? Why is it an important issue for people of faith to consider in a pluralistic democracy?
The Congregational Church of Fullerton (U.C.C.) is hosting a discussion on this issue. Our discussion leader will be Stephanie Campbell, President of the Orange County Chapter of Americans United for the Separation of Church and State. All are encouraged to attend this event and are asked to leave a voicemail reservation at 714-526-2662. There is no charge and guests are invited to a light lunch. For more information contact Pastor Gary Chomiak at 562-405-5482.
Stephanie Campbell is a naturalized U.S. citizen, born in England, and spent part of her childhood in Israel. Having lived in three countries, two with an established religion and one with freedom of religion, she is committed to the guarantees of religious freedom in our First Amendment based on personal experience and principle. fullertonucc.org

Jun 22 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Newport Beach Bay Democratic Club. Main topic: Judicial Independence. Guest Speaker: Marcia Garten, Co-President Central Orange County Area League of Women Voters. Second topic: helping with U.S Senate races in Colorado and Minnesota. Meeting location is in the Duck Club which is just off Riparian View, a street going South from Michelson Avenue in Irvine. Directions from the I-405 and the I-55, go two exits South on the I-405 and get off at Jamboree Blvd and turn right. Get into the left most lane, within a block so you can turn left onto Michelson Avenue and go 5 traffic lights, to just before a bridge. At the 5th traffic light, turn right onto Riparian View and go 1.5 miles South toward Newport Beach. Just before the paved road ends, turn right and go about 20 feet down an incline. Parking and the Duck Club will be on your left. The Duck Club is the largest of 3 buildings seen bordering the parking lot. A wooden duck is on the roof line of the Duck Club. on the side of the roof closest to Los Angeles. Light refreshments served. For more information e-mail Paul Gilbert at poorpaul@hotmail.com

Jun 22 Sunday 8:30pm, Costa Mesa: Sustainable Cinema Film Series: Black Gold Join the CAMP each month this summer for educational films in the parking lot next to Adventure 16. Bring your own seating, drinks & snacks will be served for a nominal cost and raffle prizes are available. This month, we are screening Black Gold, a film about fair trade coffee to benefit the Ndebele Art Project (www.napafrica.org). A panel discussion on the topic of fair trade will occur after the film at about 9:45pm with the following experts: Martin Deidrich (Founder of Kean Coffee and Diedrich Coffee), Delilah Snell (Owner of The Road Less Traveled) and Sandy Orrill the benefiting charity's President. thecampsite.com/events/popup.html

Jun 23 Mondays 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Join our Pizza and Progressive Politics social event every Monday night from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Debbie Cook for Congress Office at 17308 Beach Blvd. (Between Pizza Hut and the Centerfield Sports Bar in the office with a Liberty Tax sign)
When we're working feverishly trying to get progressives elected at every level of government, we need to have a little downtime to relax. When the clock is ticking on an election campaign, we tend to become obsessive. So this is an event where we won't ask you to volunteer for anything, do any phone calling, donate any money (except to chip in for the pizza), or try to train you. We will invite local elected officials, activists from the progressive community, and our friends from the labor movement to talk about what's important to them.
Please note that due to popular demand, this is an alcohol-free and smoke-free event. We'll have plenty of soft drinks, meat-free pizzas and other healthy snacks. (See Weekly events: Mondays)

Jun 23 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: Orange County Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters Union Hall 1915 W. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA

Jun 24 Tuesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: Summer study group on Darfur (and the surrounding region) Patty's office 4675 MacArthur Court Suite 1200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Doors lock at 7pm. If late, please call 949-246-2969 to be let in.
As the atrocities in Darfur, Sudan continue, the entire region is subject to many horrors. In order to be most effective in our efforts, we will devote our meetings this summer to deepening our understanding of these complex situations. The goal of this study group is to increase our understanding of the history and background of the region in combination with the most current developments. Issues will be discussed in a context emphasizing the human experience of the people involved.
livingubuntu.org/events/2008/darfur-study-group.php

Jun 24 Tuesday 6:30pm, San Juan Capistrano: Habitat for Humanity Night for New Volunteers Are you interested in getting involved with our San Juan Capistrano building project? Please join Habitat Night in South County to learn how to volunteer. Fellowship Hall, 32202 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano habitatoc.org/news/calendar

Jun 24 (4^th Tuesday) 7pm Santa Ana: The Patrick Henry Democratic Club is pleased to present: "The Election Files: The Theft of 2008" a file by Greg Palast and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 7:00pm (6:30 for food & drink, no minimum required) Marie Callender's 1821 N. Grand Avenue Santa Ana, CA 92705 Contact admin@patrickhenrythinktank.org   patrickhenrythinktank.org

Jun 24 (4^th Tuesday) 7pm, Orange: Amnesty International USA Group 141 aiusaoc.org/orange Sisters of St. Joseph 480 South Batavia Street Orange, California 92868 For more information, e-mail ai_orange@aiusaoc.org .

Jun 24 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Going GREEN in Orange County, Monthly Gathering Veggie Grill 4213 Campus Drive Irvine, CA 92612 Let's try and start to have a regular meeting at a local restaurant, cafe or bar. Meetup and chat about what you're working on personally and/or professionally or would like to get involved in. Come out and share what you know, learn from others and talk about how we can better shape our community. newurbanism.meetup.com/117/calendar/8015952

Jun 25 Wednesday 7pm, Midway City/Westminster: UNA-OC The Current Situation in Afghanistan: A View from the Inside Daoud Sultanzoy, a Member of Parliament, from Kabul, Afghanistan will discuss the current situation within the nation and address recent events. 15161 Jackson Street Midway City/Westminster una-oc.org

Jun 25 Wednesday 7-9pm, San Juan Capistrano: "Meet and Greet" for Bill Hedrdick, Candidate for the 44th Congressional District, hosted by Emily and Bob Burke The Hedrick for Congress Campaign invites you to meet Bill Hedrick at the home of Emily and Bob. Location: 28462 Via Ordaz, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 An free opportunity to hear Bill Hedrick talk about the issues, and to ask him questions. (see #C44BH)

Jun 26 Thursday 8am-5:30pm, Irvine: "Zero In on Zero Waste - Don't let your Bottom Line go to Waste" Business Conference 1 Premier Place, Irvine, CA 92618 Register now for the 3rd Annual Zero In on Zero Waste Business Conference and learn from the companies who are saving millions of dollars by zero-wasting their businesses. earthresource.org/zerowaste.html

Jun 26 Thursday 10-11am, Newport Beach: OCICE Creation Protection Campaign Press Conference St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, CA
Join OCICE and several leaders of OC's houses of worship for the press conference to kick off our Creation Protection Campaign. Visit the OCICE website at ocice.org/creationcare.html for more information on this campaign. News article: ocregister.com/articles/earth-orange-church-2078025-county-communities

Jun 26 Thursday 4-6pm, Orange: Reception for Florice Hoffman Please Join Assemblyman Jose Solorio In Support of Florice Hoffman for Orange Unified School Board Afternoon Reception Fundraiser! Chili Peppers 167 S. Main Street Orange, CA 92868 Corner of Main and Almond South of Chapman For Directions Call Chili Peppers: 714-639-2840
Platinum Sponsor $1000 Gold Sponsor $500 Silver Sponsor $250 Bronze Sponsor $100 Individual $35 Couples $50 Seniors $25 https://etribute.durkeeandassociates.com/c.php?c=fhoffman All Contributions Payable to: Florice Hoffman for OUSD 8502 E. Chapman Ave. #335 Orange, CA 92869 Tel: 714-282-1179 Fax: 714-282-7918 Email: fhoffman@socal.rr.com Website: FloriceHoffman.com Kinde Durkee, Treasurer, FPPC # 1297480

Jun 26 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: Humanity Unites Hosts a Community Dialogue Regarding the Impact of the Arab/Israeli Conflict in Irvine ocregister.com/articles/students-community-unites-2063291-non-humanity Las Lomas Community Park 10 Federation Way, Irvine, CA 92603 In light of the ongoing perceived division amongst the Muslim and Jewish Students on the University of California, Irvine campus, Humanity Unites is hosting a dialogue session for the community on Thursday, June 26th focused on the issues raised by the students in relationship to the region of Israel and Palestine.
The intention of the meeting will be to discuss the impact the conflict in the Middle East has had on our local community and how we can work together in solving issues from a local standpoint. We invite the community to come to the meeting focused on working on solutions for the better good of our community as a whole, and not to solely express concerns. Please RSVP your attendance as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday, June 25h to Sunny.Zia@gmail.com or 949.933.0343, as space is limited.
in addition to our interactive dialogue session, we will also have a panel of guest speakers representing the Palestinian American community, Jewish American community, and two guest speakers from the region of Palestine and Israel who have recently moved to the United States and will share their perspective from a more recent personal aspect. humanityunites.com

Jun 26 (last Thursday) 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Coastal Convergence Society Video Night: "Why We Fight" A Film by Eugene Jarecki Roundtable Pizza 19750 Beach Blvd Huntington Beach In the stripmall down the sidewalk from Mother's Market
It is nowhere written that the American empire goes on forever. "Ambitious, scary, eye-opening! Looks back from a post-9/11 vantage point to see how Ike's prophecy has come horrible true, with the collusion of Congress, corporations and the rise of unelected think tanks." -David Ansen, NEWSWEEK. Come join in some community education. The pizza is great and the beer is cold. You cannot beat the company.

Jun 26 Thursday 7pm, Laguna Niguel: JFK Good Works Democratic Club democrat.meetup.com/1044/calendar Home of Lindy Garber 5 Sierra Vista Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 RSVP PLEASE 495 1931 Call Jerry Davis with ideas, concerns. 498-5299

Jun 26 Thursday 7pm, Long Beach: Radical Cinema presents The 11th Hour (Eco-movie by Leonardo DiCaprio) at The Good Vibes Cafe' 510 E. Broadway Ave. (by Linden Ave.) 562 590-5839 Free, Free copy of 11th Hour Raffle

[Moved] Jun 26 Thursday 7pm: Let's Help America May Meeting Changed to June 21, joining Obama Rally democrat.meetup.com/147/calendar/7996133

Jun 26 (Last Thursday) 7:30 pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Group 178 (Irvine) Irvine United Congregational Church (Plumer Hall) 4915 Alton Parkway Irvine, California 92604 (949) 733-0220 aiusaoc.org/irvine/group_info/meeting.html

Jun 27 (4^th Friday) 6:30pm,Santa Ana: A Traveling Conscientious Projector: "RENEWAL" Fourth Friday Film Festival; Issues of Social Justice: To Educate, Communicate & Reflect in Community. Our first three months we're focusing on the environment, starting with "RENEWAL" The first feature-length documentary to capture th breadth and vitality of America's religious-environmental movement. Church of the Foothills, UCC/DOC, 19211 Doge Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705 for more info contact: 714.721.6554 eweller@pcu-la.org (see also Jul 25) progressivechristiansuniting.org /p>

[Location change] Jun 28 9-10:30am, Orange: Learn to be an Agent of Change in your neighborhood (Unite for Change) Join the Democratic Party of Orange County and local Obama activists, as we come together to unite behind Sen. Barack Obama and use his message of Change to build a movement from the ground up, starting here in Orange County. The Executive Director of the Democratic Party of Orange County, Melahat Rafiei, OC Area Leader, Giovanii Jorquera will be training activist on how they can become part of the movement. Become an Agent of the Change that will sweep the nation in November and beyond!
Moved to Carpenters Union Hall - 1916 W. Chapman Ave., Orange CA my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4gssp

Jun 28 (2^nd and 4^th Saturday) 10am, Orange: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting (in accordance with our usual "second and fourth Saturday" schedule) WHERE: Sisters of St. Joseph Justice Center 480 S. Batavia in Orange WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. web site: ocpeace.org phone: (714) 637-8313

Jun 28 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: Be an agent of change If you share our concern in the direction of our nation over the past years, & are excited at the prospect of electing a candidate that will break the racial barrier & erase a tragic chapter in our nation's history, please join us & see how each of us can be "an agent of change." Place: 2 Osborn, Ste. 120, Irvine Time: 2 pm on Sat., June 28. We will hear from Davida Parham, an elected delegate for Obama. Bring your questions, ideas, and suggestions; & invite your friends & neighbors. Thank you. Panee & Bill Hsiang

Jun 29 Sunday noon-2pm, Long Beach: Walk for Hope Start-Up Meeting Hello friends of Be the Cause! Please RSVP and attend the first Walk for Hope 2008 planning meeting. Refreshments will be served!!! Potluck if you feel like it ~ We will discuss the roles available to interested folks and possibly start quote making! Be there or be...well, you know! 35 E. 9th Street, Apt 16 ,Long Beach,CA 90813 bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6617

Jun 29 Sunday 3pm, Anaheim: Orange County Democratic Bowl-A-Thon Concourse Bowling Center 3364 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806 Clubs across the county will join together to raise money for their respective clubs and have fun competing against one another in a county Bowl-a-Thon. Contact Henry Vandermeir (CDC) at 949.218.6344 or president@cdc-ca.org for sponsorship forms and to sign up your club.

Jun 29 Sunday 7:30pm, Anaheim: Dr. Jeff Halper, Director of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions , visiting here from Israel, will speak. Dr. Halper's latest book, "An Israeli in Palestine: Resisting Dispossession, Redeeming Israel," tells of his work against the Israeli occupation. Discussion will follow. Suggested donation is $10.00, but all donations are welcome. (No one will be turned away.)
At the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim 511 S. Harbor Blvd. (corner Santa Ana St.) Anaheim CA (one mile north of Disneyland) Info: 714-567-0188
Sponsored by the Cousins Club of Orange County cousinscluboc.org Note the Cousins Club change of date and location! Co-sponsor: UUs for Justice in the Middle East at UUCA. Summary of talk: lajewsforpeace.org/Essays/Halper-1.htm

Jun 30 Mondays 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Join our Pizza and Progressive Politics social event every Monday night from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Debbie Cook for Congress Office at 17308 Beach Blvd. (Between Pizza Hut and the Centerfield Sports Bar in the office with a Liberty Tax sign)
When we're working feverishly trying to get progressives elected at every level of government, we need to have a little downtime to relax. When the clock is ticking on an election campaign, we tend to become obsessive. So this is an event where we won't ask you to volunteer for anything, do any phone calling, donate any money (except to chip in for the pizza), or try to train you. We will invite local elected officials, activists from the progressive community, and our friends from the labor movement to talk about what's important to them.
Please note that due to popular demand, this is an alcohol-free and smoke-free event. We'll have plenty of soft drinks, meat-free pizzas and other healthy snacks. (See Weekly events: Mondays)

Jun 30 Monday 7pm, Irvine: PDA Orange County Chapter pdamerica.org Steve Young for Congress Headquarters 101 Pacifica, Irvine
Join us! As we discuss. . . * De-brief the Obama Campaign and Capitol Hill * Reports on PDA Statewide * Local PDA Candidate Support . . . and whatever else you want to bring to the table! Dr Bill Honigman PDA OC Chapter Leader drbill@pdamerica.org

Jun 30 Monday 7-9pm, Huntington Beach: Amnesty International Huntington Beach General Meeting Adult Center Sts. Simon and Jude Church 20444 Magnolia Street Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Meeting Agenda: * Review our prisoner of conscience case * Participate in the summer postcard action (please bring extra cards and postcards if you have them) * View portions of the DVD "Darfur Now" and discuss For more information contact: amnesty596@gmail.com or hbamnesty.com

Jul 1 Tuesday 6pm, Long Beach: MFSO Long Beach monthly meeting held at our home in Long Beach this Tuesday (July 1) starting at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, including those of you in Orange County. We have food and you can bring a dish to add to the fun, but it is not necessary.! The support group will follow the meeting at 7:30 sharp for members only, so try to get here soon so you can so we can start and finish the meeting portion and leave enough time for the support group to have a full session. For those of you who have not attended the support group meetings yet, please be assured that meetings are confidential and lead by our experienced support group leader and member, Ed Garza. You may attend one or both parts of the evening's activities. Below is the address: 775 Havana Ave. Long Beach. We are VERY close to the 22 and 405 freeway and near 7th and PCH , close to the VA Hospital and Cal State LB. Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter mfsooc.org

Jul 1 Tuesday 6:30pm, Orange: Habitat for Humanity New Volunteer Orientation Sisters of St. Joseph's College, 480 Batavia, Orange Join us at our New Volunteer Orientation meeting and pick one or more committees to participate in to help make a difference. Then attend your chosen committee meetings at 7:00 p.m. habitatoc.org/news/calendar

Jul 2 Wednesday 6-9pm, Santa Ana: Young Democrats Happy Hour at The Crosby Join OCYD for Happy Hour on Wednesday, July 2nd from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at The Crosby in Santa Ana located at 400 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Cost is $10 with all funds going towards OCYD. We hope to see you there. OCYD.net.

Jul 2 (1^st Wednesday) 7pm, Costa Mesa: DFA-OC monthly meeting, at Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA The agenda includes candidate presentations by John MacMurray and Judy Jones. Watch for more details soon! Quarterly Project Catholic Worker Isaiah House For April, May and June, we will support Catholic Worker as the house's remodeling project is completed and families return. Plus, special speaker on current immigrant issues, including deportation of minors! Please bring new socks and non-perishable food items to the July 2 meeting dfa-oc.org

Jul 2/3 Wednesday 7pm/11:30pm, Thursday 8:30 am, KOCE: Barbaro vs Baugh Watch the Frank Barbaro, Chairman of the Democratic Party of Orange County, take on Scott Baugh, Chairman of the OC GOP on Inside OC with Rick Reiff. They discuss the differences between the Obama and McCain presidential campaigns, including their divergent energy policies; Schwarzenegger's performance as Governor; and the exciting Congressional races in Orange County.
This episode will air three more times this week: Wednesday, July 2 at 7:00 pm Wednesday, July 2 at 11:30 pm Thursday, July 3 at 8:30 am Inside OC airs on KOCE (check local listing for exact channel).

Jul 3 (1^st Thursday) 6:45-8:30pm, Tustin: Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment Planning Committee Meeting Aldersgate United Methodist Church 1201 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA The Planning Committee meets monthly to plan the annual Caring for Creation conference in addition to other, smaller events that take place throughout the year. For more information, please visit our website at ocice.org. The Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment educates, raises awareness and empowers people to actively protect and preserve creation through responsible stewardship.

Jul 3 (1^st Thursday) 7-8:45pm, Fullerton: DNOC (Democrats of North Orange County), monthly meeting at Sizzler, 1401 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92831. Come for dinner at 6:00 and meeting from 7:00-8:45. This month's meeting will be open for an informal discussion of issues, and organizing for the upcoming election. Several local candidates will also share their positions on local issues. For additional information, please contact Co-President, Sharon Brown, at shbrownsbr@aol.com

Jul 3 (1^st Thursday) 7-9pm, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace And Justice Coalition Movie Night "UNCOUNTED" St. Matthias Episcopal Church Chase Room 7056 Washington Avenue Whittier, CA 90602 whittierpeace.org

Jul 4 Friday 7-10am, Lake Forest: Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast in front of El Toro High School Meet at the corner of Toledo and Lake Forest my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/447gv

Jul 4 Friday 9am-1pm, Huntington Beach: 4th of July Parade theliberaloc.com/2007/06/29/march-with-the-dems-at-the-huntington-beach-4th-of-july-parade   ocdemocrats.org/index.php/blogs/upcoming/fourth_of_july_parade

Jul 4 Friday 4-9:30pm, San Juan Capistrano: South Orange County Democratic Club will have a booth at the San Juan Capistrano Festival Celebrate with the South Orange County Democratic Club at the San Juan Capistrano 4th of July Festival and Fireworks. We expect Steve Young, Democratic candidate for the 48th Congressional District; Judy Jones, Democratic candidate for the 73rd Assembly District; Ginny Meyer, Democratic candidate for the 35th State Senate District; and Debra Carillo, candidate for Superior Court Judge. my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4g2hd

Jul 4 Friday 5-8pm, Fullerton: Sharon Quirk at at the Community Fireworks Show and Festival at Fullerton High School Please contact Art Munguia at 909-204-9530 if you are interested in working the event. We need volunteers to have a strong presence at the event and hand out Quirk balloons, pins and printed materials. The event will be from 5 to 8pm. We are asking for a one hour shift: 5-6,6-7,7-8. Please look for "Quirk Red" and Quirk Balloons - we will be visible!

Jul 4 Friday 6-7pm, Ladera Ranch: Celebrate American Independence and Start the Campaign Season with a Bang! SOCDC is celebrating the Fourth of July this year at Founders' Park in Ladera Ranch.The fireworks display is said to be among the best in Orange County, and some of the local Democratic candidates for office will be joining us at the park. There will be live music, a pie eating contest, a bike decorating contest, and a teen tent. Bring your own food and beverages (no glass containers, please) or purchase from the many vendors on hand. The festivities begin at 4 pm. Look for our white EZ-Up shelter before 7 pm. Parking is somewhat limited, so plan to carpool and arrive early. The park is located on the north side of Avendale Boulevard, just west of Antonio Parkway. For more information contact Gary Kephart at gary_kephart@pobox.com or 949-290-1913. If you can't find us when you get to the park call Gila Jones's cell phone at 949-973-3359. my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4g2h7

Jul 4-6 Friday 7pm-Sunday 2pm, Santa Ana 2nd Annual OC DIY (Do It Yourself) Festival: "Redefining Independence" The event will be held at the Santiago Wilderness Park in Santa Ana and includes free camping Friday and Saturday nights, workshops all day Saturday, and Sunday morning, free food, free childcare on Saturday, and free parking. myspace.com/ocdiyfestival07 Flyer: i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee269/autumnpage_2007/ocdiyfest08.jpg

Jul 5 Saturday 10am, Fountain Valley: Military Families Speak Out Orange County will have their regular meeting this Saturday July 5th at 10:00 am at Carrows Restaurant in Fountain Valley. 16931 Magnolia, Huntington Beach- near the 405/ Warner and Magnolia. Back room. Items to discuss: MFSO Fundraiser at Carol and Marselle's Friday July 11th, Democratic Convention. Send or bring agenda items. Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

Jul 5 Saturday 4pm, Costa Mesa: The Banning Ranch Park and Preserve Task Force needs volunteers to walk neighborhoods and distribute door hangers advertising our July 21 public planning workshop for Banning Ranch at the Costa Mesa Neighborhood Community Center, and the August 16 benefit concert at eVocal.
Please help out with this large task. The more people pitching in, the faster we will get these door hangers out.
We are planning on meeting at 1539 Monrovia Ave in Costa Mesa at 4 pm on Saturday, July 5. Look for cars with the SaveBanningRanch.org bumper stickers.
If you can't make it tomorrow, please respond to this email anyway. We will be working on this the next two weeks and certainly need help. savebanningranch@yahoo.com

Jul 6 (1^st Sunday) 8am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial The first Sunday of each month Veterans for Peace Chapter 110, sets up the Arlington West Memorial in Huntington Beach and we need your support! This monthly vigil is our local way to honor the fallen soldiers from this war by putting hundreds of crosses on the beach along with an area where the public are invited to write messages on special crosses to particular soldiers.
Please consider helping, or at least visiting, as we set up our memorial this month on the sands of Huntington Beach. Please help us give thanks and honor to those who have served our country and particularly those that made the ultimate sacrifice. We must continue to remind the public of this ongoing conflict and its costs to our nation and its families, and also continue to talk to, support and help the many Marines, soldiers, veterans, family members and concerned others that come by.
AW is at 6th Street, (north of pier and Main Street), Huntington Beach on the beach. Display should be up from 8 to 4:30.
We usually need the most help with transport and set up in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical until we have enough regulars. We could also use a visit during the day so that VFP members can take a break. Sometimes, they are alone on watch.
We meet up 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 set up of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 40 minutes or two hours. Take down goes much quicker than set up, (at least for the beach portion). To try to get everything back into storage before dark we may start breakdown at 4:30PM. 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 vfpchapter110.org

Jul 6 Sunday 11am, Anaheim: "Reclaiming Patriotism." Richard Gillock, former vice president and member of the ACLU, Southern Calif., states, "Our Constitution is in crisis with most of our civil liberties eroded. What role do we the people have to preserve America?" Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim 511 S. Harbor Blvd., corner Santa Ana St. uuchurchoc.org

Jul 6 Sunday 3-5pm, Huntington Beach: Ginny Mayer for Senate Campaign Kick-off ginnymayer.com Beach Walk Condominiums Clubhouse 19752 Seacliff, Huntington Beach 92648 (enter on Goldenwest for parking)
Please RSVP to Rachel Finlayson at Finlayson.r@googlemail.com or (541)515-2293. The 35th Senate district includes all or part of the following cities: Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Westminster, Rossmoor, Sunset Beach

Jul 7 (1^st Monday) 6:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Recruitment Awareness Project (OC-RAP) General meeting at El C