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Nov 1 Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm, Tustin: Planned Parenthood Victory Fund Kick Off Party Featuring keynote speaker Erwin Chemerinsky Dean of UCI School of Law I hope that you can join me for an evening of cocktails, great food and one of the most brilliant constitutional scholars in the country -- Dean Erwin Chemerinsky!
Blue Water Grill - District at Tustin, 2409 Park Avenue Tustin, CA 92782 $50.00 Ticket $150.00 Sponsor BUY TICKETS HERE action.ppactionca.org/site/Calendar?id=100641&view=Detail For more information contact us at publicaffairs@PPOSBC.org or 714.397.1170

Nov 2 Wednesday 11am-1pm, Irvine: OCCUPY UCI, TEACH IN & STUDENT RALLY on Ring Road.
We will be hosting a teach in with an open mic and then a march. Meet by the flagpoles, bring your friends, and spread the knowledge!

Nov 2 Wednesday 5:30-7pm, Santa Ana: CDP Dem2012 Reception Hosted by: Joe Dunn State Senator (Ret) John Burton CDP Chairman
1911 N. Heliotrope Drive, Santa Ana

Nov 2 Wednesday 5:30-7pm, Irvine: The Center for Citizen Peacebuilding invites to you a lecture and reception with special guest, Dr. Javed Jabbar: Citizen Diplomacy: Pakistan-India Track-II Dialogue.
Reception: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm, Pacific Ballroom C, UCI Student Center Lecture and Q&A: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Pacific Ballroom C, UCI Student Center Parking: Student Center Parking Structure
This lecture is free and open to the public. Parking is available for $2.00 per hour in the Student Center Parking Structure at the corner of West Peltason and Pereira. To RSVP or for further information, please contact Rosemarie Swatez, rswatez@uci.edu or 949 824 2511. Learn more about the Center for Citizen Peacebuilding at peacebuilding.uci.edu

Nov 1 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Campaign for a Healthy CA - Orange Co Please join us to debrief the Oct 19th event, and discuss next actions! Mimi's Cafe Bistro Room 4030 Barranca Pkwy (at Culver Dr) Irvine, CA 92604-4742

Nov 2 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: Military Families Speak Out meeting Here we hope you will update us on what is happening with your loved one in the military and how you and your family are coping during war time. Hear about the national action in DC in October and how we can and have connected with the local occupy movements. Get an update on what is happening with Scott Olsen from Veterans for Peace. Below you will find information on meeting location. Bring a friend/ family member.
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have the private room.
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035 Support Our Troops Bring Them Home Now! Take Care of Them After They Get Home

[update] Nov 2 Wednesday 7pm, ~~Costa Mesa~~ Irvine: Democracy for America Change to Nov. 2 Meeting Democracy for America - Orange County will NOT meet at Karl Strauss Brewery in Costa Mesa on Wednesday, November 2, 2011.
Instead, we invite members and friends to attend Occupy Orange County in Irvine to support and show solidarity for the efforts of Occupy Wall Street.
Quite a few DFA-OC members/friends have been actively involved in Occupy Orange County in Irvine, which is located at the corner of Alton Pkway and Harvard in front of Irvine City Hall.
Our plan for Wednesday, November 2: Instead of heading to Karl Strauss, please join the Occupy Orange County group in Irvine in the evening. The group will have a general assembly around 7pm. Bring a chair for yourself and a sign if possible. Bring your own food and beverage. Parking is available at in the Civic Center Plaza behind City Hall. Watch for updates between now and next week.
We will return to our regular schedule and venue in December. Stephanie Campbell, our scheduled speaker for this month, asked to be re-scheduled for January prior to the program committee's decision to revise our plan for November. We will hear from Stephanie in January.
Please consider visiting an Occupy Orange County in Irvine or other Occupy event, such as Santa Ana or Long Beach, sooner than next Wednesday. If you have any questions, please email me or call me at 949/872-0966

Nov 3 Thursday 10:30am-noon, Irvine: Clergy for Choice Meeting Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy

Nov 3 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Irvine: The International Studies Public Forum, Center for Citizen Peacebuilding and Center for the Study of Democracy present Peacemaking Practice as Engaged Scholarship - Susan Allen Nan, George Mason University
UC Irvine, Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100 Contact for Further Information: Sandra Cushman, scushman@uci.edu or 949-824-3344 internationalstudies.ss.uci.edu/node/11197

Nov 3 Thursday 5-9pm, Orange: Faithful and Queer Wallace All Faiths Chapel, Chapman University, 1 University Dr
While churches and other faith groups are sometimes viewed as allied against full inclusion of LGBTQ persons, this panel will present the views of progressive faith communities, and will seek to locate those views in historical context.
Moderated by Katherine Darmer, Chapman University, our panel will consist of: -Canon Albert Ogle, President, St. Paul's Foundation for International Reconciliation -Chapman Professors Marvin Meyer and Nancy Brink (Religion Department) -The Rev. Paul Tellstrom (Irvine United Congregational Church) -A.J. Blackwood, Progressive Interfaith Alliance-OC
Sponsored by the Chapman Global Project for LGBTQ Rights and Feminism.

Nov 3 Thursday 6-10pm, Irvine: Interested in a California state appointment? You are invited to join Mona Pasquil, Appointments Secretary to Governor Jerry Brown. Secretary Pasquil will provide information to underrepresented communities and others who are interested in obtaining crucial Commission appointments. This will be an invaluable opportunity to learn more from a respected state official who plays a critical role in Governor Brown's Administration. Questions are welcome. Hope you can join us
CHRIST OUR REDEEMER CHURCH, 46 MAXWELL ST. Irvine, CA

Nov 4 Friday 3pm, Tustin: Occupy Tustin meetup.com/occupytogether/Tustin-CA/450122 18410 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780

Nov 4 Friday 6-10pm, Fullerton: Human Trafficking Awareness Night callandresponse.com/slavefree/more/screening_upcoming
CSUF PATHE (people against trafficking and human exploitation) Annual Human Trafficking Awareness Night will feature the groundbreaking documentary "Call + Response" followed by a panel discussion. Attend for empowerment, knowledge, and a chance to discuss how to stop this heinously prevalent crime from occurring. Light refreshments will be served :)
California State University, Fullerton Titan Student Union Room: Titan Theater 800 N. State College Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92831

Nov 4 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Last Train Home" zeitgeistfilms.com/film.php?directoryname=lasttrainhome
Last Train Home's intimate observation of one fractured family sheds light on the human cost of China's ascendance as an economic superpower.
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Nov 4 Friday 8:15-10:30pm, Irvine: Capitalism: A Love Story examines the impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans (and by default, the rest of the world). The film moves from Middle America, to the halls of power in Washington, to the global financial epicenter in Manhattan. With both humor and outrage, the film explores the question: What is the price that America pays for its love of capitalism? Families pay the price with their jobs, their homes and their savings. Moore goes into the homes of ordinary people whose lives have been turned upside down; and he goes looking for explanations in Washington, DC and elsewhere. What he finds are the all-too-familiar symptoms of a love affair gone astray: lies, abuse, betrayal...and 14,000 jobs being lost every day. Capitalism: A Love Story also presents what a more hopeful future could look like. Who are we and why do we behave the way that we do?
This movie is being presented by Occupy Orange County CA as part of their educational outreach. Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 4-6 Friday-Sunday, Los Angeles: Amnesty International Western Regional Conference amnestyusa.org/events/regional-conferences/western-regional-conference We encourage you to register online. The last day to register online is Monday, October 31, 2011.
Four Points by Sheraton LAX, 9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Nov 5 Saturday 8:30-9:45am, Long Beach: March with Military Families Speak Out, Iraq Veterans Against the War, and Veterans for Peace in Veterans Day Parade
To march in this year's Long Beach Veterans Day Parade, meet up with our groups between 8:30 and 9:45 AM on Atlantic Ave. between Harding and Artesia (look for our banners and flag) wear your IVAW, MFSO or VFP t-shirt. If you don't have one, we will have some on hand. As we will be honoring our family members in the military and those who have served this country with honor NO signs of any kind will be allowed.
For more info call 562-833-8035 or e-mail mfsooc@earthlink.net

Nov 5 Saturday 10am, Irvine: Make Wall Street Pay Action civic.moveon.org/event/makewallstpayaction/123118 Heritage Plaza: Bank of America, Chase Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank, 14222 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604
Some of us will be going inside each bank to withdraw some or all of our funds while most will be protesting outside the banks. We'll be passing out information as to why people should not do business with these banks and who should they instead bank with. We'll be marching from Bank of America to Chase Bank and finally to Wells Fargo Bank, all of which are located at the Heritage Plaza shopping center in a honk & waive fashion.

Nov 5 Saturday 11am-2pm, Irvine: "TRANSFER YOUR MONEY DAY" March, Rally and Education Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine
Occupy Orange County CA will host speakers from community banks and credit unions and encourage education on the current banking system in the United States. More details to follow . . . obeewnn@gmail.com

Nov 5 Saturday 1-10pm, Santa Ana: 9th Annual Noche de Altares 4th and Birch Streets nochedealtares.org

Nov 5 Saturday noon, Fullerton: OC Time Bank Orientation and Information Meeting at the Fullerton Really Really Free Market Hillcrest Park, 1200 North Harbor Boulevard. (look for us at the Lunch Tables at the Center of the Park - Call 714-206-8763 if you have trouble finding us.) This is a gathering where we cover the basics of time banking for individuals who live, work, volunteer or spend a lot of time in Orange County. http://meetup.com/octimebank/events/38495752/

Nov 5 Saturday 1pm/6-8pm, Santa Ana: Occupy OC (Santa Ana) Art Walk/Day of the Dead In addition to the annual Día de los Muertos Festival & The monthly Art Walk in Down Town Santa Ana, Occupy Orange County will be meeting up at the above location to lead an ordered and silent procession alongside the Día de los Muertos festival and through the streets of Down Town Santa Ana. We have printed beautiful shirts (guys & gals) and will be walking in an organized, solidified movement holding candles in silence to help spread awareness of our presence in Santa Ana and motivate the wonderful members of our community to join us in this worldwide occupation.
Face painting in the spirit of Día de los Muertos and Guy Fawkes (we have decided to do one side of the face with each design to merge the two noble causes) will start at 5pm. Make up artists have donated their time, talent, & materials just for US!
A casual rehearsal of the procession/silent vigil will start during the face painting and shortly after, to make sure no on is in the dark about how to move as ONE BODY, ONE MOVEMENT, ONE STRUGGLE. ♥
The procession into the Down Town area will start at 6pm at the Civic Center.

Nov 5 Saturday 3:30-4:30pm, Irvine: Women, War & Peace Film Screening: The War We Are Living goodhappens.org/events/women-war-peace-film-screening-war-we-are-living-2011-11-05
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 (In between Lee's Sandwiches & Focus Dance Studios)

Nov 5 Saturday 5:30-9:30pm, Anaheim: CAIR-LA 15th Anniversary Gala - Making Democracy Work -
~ Featuring ~ Dr. Sherman Jackson Imam Siraj Wahhaj Aasif Mandvi 2011 "Courage in Media" Award
Hilton Anaheim, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim,CA 92802 ca.cair.com/gala

Nov 6 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home", keeps rolling along as we've passed 6,000 official casualties in the current Asian conflicts. Arlington West Huntington Beach will be setup again this Sunday. Please come help or at least visit.
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 5:00PM to help take it down.
Volunteers: We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. We are back to our regular schedule for breakdown, so should start breakdown about 5:00PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 6:00.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you of course are welcome without replying first.

Nov 6 Sunday 1:30-5pm, Tustin: Our Energy Future Symposium Congregation B'Nai Israel, 2111 Bryan Avenue, Tustin 92780 1:30 pm (Registration); Symposium - 2pm-5pm
Meet for a panel discussion and 1-hour workshop with the panelist of your choice. Panelists include: Robert Siebert, PE (Retired), former proprietor of EE Solar; Tom English, PhD, Professor of Environmental Studies, UCSD; David Feldman, PhD, chair of the Dept of Planning, Policy and Design at UCI; and Miranda Ko, student at UCSD and former assistant regional manager of Al Gore's Climate Reality Project. Visit our website at ocice.org for biographies of panelists, more details of the symposium, and to register online Cost: $10. Questions? Contact us at ecofaith@ocice.org

Nov 6 Sunday 4pm, Mission Viejo: Tapestry UU Community Forum Presents: Harvest of Loneliness: The Bracero Program http://harvestofloneliness.com
Shedding light on the current debate over immigration reform and the use of "guest workers" in American agriculture, this historical documentary examines what was known as the Bracero Program-a system put in place from 1942 to 1964 to recruit Mexican farm laborers for temporary work in the United States.
Following the screening there will be a Q & A with the filmmakers Gilbert Gonzalez and Vivian Price. PROGRAM IS FREE BUT DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED
Tapestry, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 23436 Madero Suite #140, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 tapestryuu.org

Nov 7 Monday 11am-1pm, Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Demonstration in support of Occupy Orange County Location The demonstration will be held on the corner of 19th street and Newport Blvd, right where the 55 freeway ends. We will stand in front of the old Nike Town Dome on the sidewalk. This is an over lunch time demonstration, please come out in support of Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Orange County CA. The facilitator of this event in Costa Mesa is Geoff Houston joffhuston@yahoo.com. If you have questions, please post on the wall or FB message him.

Nov 7 Monday 6pm, Santa Ana: City Council to discuss Occupy OC (Santa Ana) request to camp 22 Civic Center Plaza
On Monday the Santa Ana City Council is meeting and has on its Agenda to consider the matter of the OCcupy protesters wish to camp. The meeting is likely to last longer than usual, so please show up when you can and make your voice heard!
[Carpools will be leaving from the Irvine occupation at the Civic Center to assist those who wish to support their fellow Occupiers in Santa Ana]

Nov 7 Monday 7-9pm, Irvine: Progressive Interfaith Alliance Steering Committee Meeting progressiveinterfaith.org
IHOP, 13126 Jamboree Road Among other topics, we will be discussing the following:
Programming -Interfaith Dialogue - Spring Spirituality Conference -Meting with School Board Meetings about FAIR Implementation -Clergy for Choice = February 2012 (Sex Ed Month)
Visioning - Committee Retreat - Dec 10th - Potential New Committee Members
Please come, have a cup of coffee or tea, and be a part of the change in OC.

Nov 8 Tuesday 8:30am-4pm, Santa Ana: Support the UCI 19 at Trial Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West
On February 24, 2010, 17 UCI students and community supporters sat in outside Chancellor Drake's office, issuing demands for workers rights on campus, increased access for underrepresented students, and amnesty for the Irvine 11. They were quickly arrested and evicted from the building by dozens of police without a single administrator offering to hear their demands.
Nine months later, those 17, along with 2 students who were outside Aldrich Hall during the action, received criminal charges by mail. After months of hearings and attempts at reaching a plea, the UCI 19 are headed to trial, beginning September 27. Over 19 months since the initial incident. The 17 are being charged with trespassing, disturbing the peace, and refusal to disperse. The other two are being charged with false imprisonment, blocking a thoroughfare, and being a public nuisance. Everyone potentially faces over a year in jail if convicted. Don't let UCI and the DA criminalize dissent! Demand that all the charges be dropped!
We're counting on your support to beat the charges. A strong showing of campus and community support on the first day of trial will send the message to the DA and the court that we're here to fight. Trial officially begins at 8:30am though it never starts on time. Please try to come as early as you are able to. It will also not likely conclude on the first day, but will instead be drawn out, so please also pay attention for future dates.

Nov 8-10 Tuesday noon-Thursday 5pm, Irvine: Cross-Cultural Center's 2011 Rainbow Festival & Conference hogwarts.ccc.uci.edu/rbf UC Irvine
Rainbow Festival and Conference 2011 events are co-sponsored by the following departments and organizations: Asian Pacific Student Association (APSA), Center for Citizen Peacebuilding, Center for Global Peace and Conflict Studies, Center for the Study of Democracy, Chinese Association at UCI, Hillel at UCI, Konnect, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (MECHA), Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, School of Social Sciences, Society of Arab Students, Teach for America, and Umbrella Council

Nov 8 Tuesday 6-9pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Attends Irvine's City Council Meeting Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
On Tuesday, November 8th the Irvine City Council will undertake renewing the Letter of Understanding between the City of Irvine and the Occupy Orange County CA movement. We request all Occupiers to please attend as an expression of solidarity to the movement and the work that has been undertaken since OOC was granted the right to remain on the grass overnight. The City Council would like an update as to what we have accomplished over the last two weeks. Let's show them that we are going strong!

Nov 8 Tuesday 6-9pm, Costa Mesa: World Affairs Council of Orange County presents Dr. James J. Zogby Founder and President of Arab American Institute and Author of Arab Voices "Arab Voices, What They are Saying to Us, and Why it Matters" worldaffairscouncil.org/index.php?eid=2806
Hilton Costa Mesa, 3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92612
6:00 pm Reception * 7:00 pm Dinner * 7:45 pm Program Self Parking included in the price Members @ $55 - Dinner and Program Non-Members @ $70 - Dinner and Program Students @ $42 - Dinner and Program College or HS Students @ $10 - Program only (no meal)

Nov 9 Wednesday noon-5pm, Irvine: FIGHT THE 81% FEE INCREASE (UCI) at UCI Flagpoles
***Who: Student groups, Greek organizations, Workers, Faculty, Lecturers, and all of your friends :] ***What: Teach-ins, Rally, Spoken Word, and a PiÃta! ***Why: To DEFEND PUBLIC EDUCATION! ***Sources / Further Reading:*** http://changinguniversities.blogspot.com/2011/09/uc-might-increase-tuition-81-over-next.html (Samuels) http://occupyca.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/breaking-ucipd-simulating-an-anti-occupation-operation-at-uc-irvine/ http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2011/09/irvine-11-sentenced-probation-no-jail-time.html http://occupyuci.wordpress.com/2011/01/09/chalk-is-still-free-speech/ http://www.ucrebelradio.com/2011/10/grim-future-of-humanities-uc-irvine.html

Nov 9 Wednesday 4:30-6pm, Irvine: Irvine Financial District Protest occupy-oc.org Every Wednesday (November 2, 9, 16, 23, etc.) Meet at the Irvine Civic Center at 4:30PM We will walk down Harvard, make a right on Main and pass a few blocks (past Jamboree) until we hit Main/Von Karman. We will stand on all four intersections with our signs. Since we will be doing a good amount of walking, you don't have to meet with the main group at the Irvine Civic Center. Just meet us at the Main/Von Karman intersection. You could also meet us at San Marco park. We will pass San Marco park on our way to Main/Von Karman. Wear good walking shoes and bring your own signs. We need to make a presence at Irvine Financial District during the week. This is absolutely crucial. Thank You and I hope to see you all there. We are the 99%.

Nov 9 Wednesday 5:30-9pm, Anaheim: OCCORD: From Citizenship to Action Reception and Dinner Sheraton Park Hotel in Anaheim
We will also be honoring local Orange County grassroots leaders and trailblazers. For sponsorship or ticket information please contact Silissa Uriarte at 714/621-0919 ext. 10 or via email at Suriarte@occord.org.

Nov 9 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "Democratic Foundation of Orange County" socdc.org
SOCDC is proud to present as our speaker for the November General Meeting: DAN JOCOBSON, chair of the DFOC. The Democratic Foundation of Orange County's Mission is to encourage, train and support Democratic Candidates in Orange County. There will be Q&A after the speech
Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday July 10, PLEASE ! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-9pm, Dana Point: House Party to Plan for the Two-Year Anniversary of Citizens United action.citizen.org/p/dia/action/public/index.sjs?action_KEY=8273 (contact for address details, address subject to change/TBD) RSVP info: suemeadesanders@gmail.com

Nov 9 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Club with Dave Jones, California Insurance Commissioner. Topic: Health Care Reform and Health Insurance Rates.
Doors open at 6:30 - Clubhouse 3 Auditorium. No reservations necessary; no charge; open to all Villagers. Question and answer period following the Commissioner's talk. For more information and gate clearance info, call Sue Dearing at 949/855-6965.

Nov 9 Wednesday 7pm, Orange: David Grossman a talented fiction writer from Israel who has also written passionate non-fiction about the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict.
Chapman Auditorium, Memorial Hall. wilkinsonnews.blogspot.com/2011/10/event-news-night-with-david-grossman.html

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-10pm, Laguna Hills: BULLIED: A student, a school and a case that made history St. George's Bourne Hall, 23802 Avenida de la Carlota
St. George's Episcopal Church and Academy presents an evening of community awareness and education around the growing issue of children and youth being tormented and bullied. The program will include a screening of the groundbreaking documentary "Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case that Made History:" that illustrates how one tormented student stood up to bullies. The 40-minute film offers an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment in schools and the workplace today. There is no charge for admission, and light snacks/refreshments will be available. The video presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and an opportunity for questions and answers.
for more information, contact: David J. Przeracki Parishioner/LGBT St. George's Episcopal Church +1 (949) 215-0979 przdavid@yahoo.com

Nov 9 Wednesday 7-10pm, Huntington Beach: 67th Democratic Alliance Meeting Panel Discussion on Marriage Equality International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Ave

Nov 11 Friday 11:30am, Irvine: Women For:OC - Festive Holiday Gathering with Fr. Gregory Boyle [Sold Out], founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention program in the country, offering job training, tattoo removal and employment.
Fr. Boyle is author of Tattoos on the Heart, the Power of Boundless Compassion. The luncheon will be catered by Homegirl Café. All proceeds of the luncheon and book sales go to Homeboy Industries.
at the Duck Club on Riparian View

Nov 11 Friday 3:30-5pm, Costa Mesa: there will be a demonstration at South Coast Plaza to protest mass-consumption, frivolity of material items, and Black Friday! Please make signs speaking against materialism, greed, and Black Friday. Meet at the People's Village (on the corner of Alton and Harvard at 1 Civic Center Way) if you need a ride there. We have a van and a 5-seater car to give rides. If you can provide your own transportation, meet at South Coast Plaza and call Carina- (949) 279-3207 when you arrive or for more details! Keep on Loving, Keep on Fighting.

Nov 11 Friday 6:45-9pm, Anaheim: Program for Progressives ~ Maria Armoudian Community networking begins at 6:45 p.m., featured program at 7:15 p.m.
Anaheim Unitarian Church, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805
"Maria Armoudian has written a gripping book that richly and passionately demonstrates the power and importance of media to the human condition. Rich in contemporary world history, Kill the Messenger is exactly the book the world needs to read in our perilous times"
- Robert W. McChesney, coauthor of The Life and Death of American Journalism

Nov 11 Fridays 8:15-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: THRIVE - What On Earth Will It Take? youtube.com/watch?v=OibqdwHyZxk Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 12 Saturday 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Time Bank Orientation & Informational Meeting Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr
If you are interested in joining a website that allows you to trade services for FREE you should come to this meeting! Long Beach has a successful Time Bank and now Orange County will have one too! For more information email octimebank@gmail.com This is a gathering where we cover the basics of time banking for individuals who live, work, volunteer or spend a lot of time in Orange County. We will be offering a short informational meeting and an activity that helps to connect members' unmet needs and untapped resources. The Informational Meetings will be held at: 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon We will be sharing a booth with the OC Pop-Up Free Store.

Nov 12 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [Location change]
WHERE: In Solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street movement, The OC Peace Coalition will be moving our November 12th meeting in Irvine to the site of the Irvine Occupation, at 1 Civic Center Plaza
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Nov 12 Saturday 10am-3pm, Costa Mesa: Health Care for All Board Meeting Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church in Costa Mesa, 1259 Victoria Street

Nov 12 Saturday noon-5pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) MARCH - TROOP APPRECIATION - PATHWAYS TO PEACE Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
Occupy Orange County CA continues its occupation with demonstrations through out Orange County and their big march on Saturday at 11:00 AM. Each March is themed to bring awareness to issues that contribute to the face of America. Saturday, November 12th takes its theme from holiday the day prior - Veteran's Day. The day will be devoted to TROOP APPRECIATION - PATHWAYS TO PEACE. We have a full day planned with interesting speakers, entertainment, open mic and also voter's registration. Pack a picnic and come spend the day with Occupy Orange County CA @ Irvine.

Nov 12 Saturday 5-8pm, Orange: Clothing Swap and Brainstorm re OC Time Bank meetup.com/octimebank/events/40803452 Park Royale Mobilehome Park, 300 N. Rampart St.
Please bring clothing (any size) that you no longer need or want and find something new (to you)! We need your ideas and input - help brainstorm and shape the Orange County Time Bank - this is your group!

Nov 12 Saturday 6:30-8pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace: Part Two The Use and Abuse of Vegetational Concepts
We will meet at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. 6:30 PM: All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace: Part Two The Use and Abuse of Vegetational Concepts. 7:30 PM: Discussion.
This episode investigates how machine ideas such as cybernetics and systems theory were applied to natural ecosystems, and how this relates to the false idea that there is a balance of nature. Cybernetics has been applied to human beings to attempt to build societies without central control, self organizing networks built of people, based on a fantasy view of nature.

Nov 12 Saturday 7:30-9:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine Group Evening of Celebration - 50th Anniversary of AI, a glamorous and fun evening at The Occasions, The Village at Spectrum, Irvine. Tickets are $35 and include arrival drinks, delicious food by Zinc Cafe, live musing, Mystic Meg the fortune-teller and more. To attend, please purchase tickets by emailing Helen Tomlinson helen.stevens457@gmail.com. Please make checks payable to "Amnesty International group 178", and send to 4240 Spectrum, Irvine, 92618. Dress Code: Smart.

Nov 13 Sunday 2pm, Yorba Linda: MoveOn Council Meeting pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/124310 to plan for Nov 17 Rally
Carole's home, (We'll send you the full address when you sign up.) Let's send a strong message to the Super Committee that we need our infrastructure fixed to accomplish the creation of tens of thousands of jobs! Please bring chips and dip or cheese and fruit, a beverages or a dessert.

Nov 13 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting Please attend and join in the discussion at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/37089732

[canceled] Nov 13 Sunday 6-10pm, Long Beach: Due to a high chance of rain, Sujapalooza has been cancelled. I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. In Solidarity, Leonard Baric Conscious Cinema artsbaric@yahoo.com

Nov 14 Monday 7pm, Orange: PBS SoCal & Chapman University's Dodge College with Club Doc Present a FREE Screening of TAKING ROOT
The dramatic story of Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Wangari Maathai, whose simple act of planting trees grew into a global movement.
Chapman University, Argyros Forum #202 (At the corner of N. Center St. & E. Sycamore Ave.) Light Reception at 6:30 PM Film Screening at 7:00 PM Post Film Screening Discussion to Follow
Parking -- Lastinger Structure --Visitors may only park after 4PM on either level of the structure in any unreserved space. Temporary permits are required and may be purchased at the entrance to the structure. Cost: $3 for 4-hours. The parking structure entrance is located off of Walnut Ave.

Nov 15 Tuesday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: The Orange County Plastic Bag Ban Educational Workshop Save your City time and money by obtaining the most current information and tools to expedite the process
Laguna Beach Community Center, 384 Third Street, Laguna Beach, CA
10:30 to 11:00 am Registration and Networking 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Workshop and Working Lunch 1:00 to 2:00 pm Optional breakout and brainstorming session

Nov 15 (3^rd Tuesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Peace Vigil by MFSO and Code Pink Dear OC Code Pink Activists & Supporters,
I am happy to report that our friends from the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Circle!
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.
And so I urge you to come out this Tuesday Nov. 15th for MFSO's very first vigil in support of these patriots as they have supported us for the past 7 years. They have even graciously offered to share this vigil with us as joint event for peace!
In peaceful solidarity, Kathy (Code Pink OC) Orange Circle, Glassell & Chapman

Nov 15 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of OC: "Update on Syria" Speaker Samir Twair, a member of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, past president of the Arab American Press Guild and Southern California correspondent for Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. Questions and discussion will follow. Come and learn about important aspects of the Arab Spring.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Exit at Sand Canyon and go to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2011 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Nov 16 Wednesday noon-1pm, Santa Ana: Human Circle of Protection Prayer Event - Santa Ana & Federal Budget Cuts Santa Ana Unified School District Office, 1601 E. Chestnut Ave.
leaders, parishioners, advocates, community leaders, and their constituents will come together to join hands and create human circles around agencies and programs at risk of deep budget cuts in the supercommittee and appropriations processes. For More information about the campaign: circleofprotection.us

Nov 16 Wednesday noon-1pm, Newport Beach: PDA Brown Bag Lunch Vigil CD48 - OPERATION SUPER-COMMITTEE STATE! pdamerica.org/events/view/ca48-brown-bag-lunch-vigil-rep-john-campbell-566
Office of Rep. John Campbell, 610 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach CA 92660
This month it is important for us to visit as many members of Congress as possible as the super committee is due to report before Thanksgiving. Make it clear; we need Jobs NOT Cuts.
We will be pressing for: No cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid! Cosponsor H Con Res 72 Stop the handouts to Big Pharma! Negotiate prescription drug prices under Medicare Part D Make Wall Street pay and create JOBS! Sponsor the Financial Transaction Tax! Make jobs, not cuts
To learn more about what we will be covering that day, go here. If you have any questions about our vigil, email Dr. Bill Honigman

Nov 16 Wednesday 2-4pm, Garden Grove: If you care about Social Security, Medicare, and Medi-Cal, Come to a... Town Hall Meeting on Healthcare
Dayle McIntosh Center, 13272 Garden Grove Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA 92843-2205
SPEAKERS Orange County Members of Congress (Invited) Astrid Campos, California Partnership Andy Arias, Dayle McIntosh Center Jodi Reid, CA Alliance for Retired Americans Orange County HICAP, California Health Advocates For more information, call (323)294-4565.

Nov 16 Wednesday 5-7pm, Irvine: The University of California, Irvine Department of History, Critical Theory Emphasis,Program in Jewish Studies, UCI Humanities Collective, Chancellor's Fellows Program, and UC Humanities Research Institute is proud to sponsor an evening with Udi Aloni Acclaimed Israeli Filmmaker, Theatre Director,Writer and Activist What Does a Jew Want: On Binationalism and Other Specters Aloni welcomes all people to come and discuss and debate these issues in a lengthy discussion after his talk.
UC Irvine, Humanities Instructional Building 135, For additional information, please contact the Department of History at history@uci.edu/ (949) 824-6521

Nov 16 Wednesday 5:30-7:30pm, Costa Mesa: Hispanas Organized for Political Equality Evening Reception
Girls Inc., 150 Paularino Ave., Ste. D-290, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Please RSVP to http://benefithope.kintera.org/ or by contacting Mayra Rojas at (213) 833-1996 or email mrojas@latinas.org by Nov. 14th
HOPE is a non-profit, non partisan organization committed to ensuring political and economic parity for Latinas through leadership, advocacy, and education to the benefit of all communities and the status of women, HOPE is 501c3 non-profit organization. Tax ID 95-4718409 www.latinas.org, make checks payable to HOPE

Nov 16 Wednesday 6:30-10pm, Irvine: Transgender Day of Remembrance at UCI Anteater Steps (between Zotzone and the West food court)
TAG TEAM, Irvine Queers, and other community resources, members, and allies will gather at the anteater steps for a night of education, speakers, a candlelight vigil, and a speakout. Those who complete their bingo card by visiting all of the tables will receive a free raffle ticket!
The Transgender Day of Remembrance is a national day set aside to memorialize those have been victims of transphobic violence. This year, our event hopes to call attention to the multiple forms of violence that affect the lives of gender-variant individuals. This includes the violence of language, state-sanctioned violence, and interpersonal physical violence, as well as other forms of violence. Our event also hopes to emphasize the intersectionality of transgender identity, and therefore the different forms of violence that gender variant individuals face depending on their unique experiences.

Nov 16 Wednesday 7-8:30pm, Tustin: Movie Screening: The Story of Stuff & The Story of Bottled Water Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1201 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92680 Join the Aldersgate Environmental Ministries committee as we screen these 2 - very short videos and discuss ways that you can reduce your "stuff" and purchase more meaningful gifts this holiday season.

Nov 17 Thursday 7:30-8:30am, Huntington Beach: OC-RAP, the Orange County Recruitment Awareness Project, Needs volunteers to leaflet Ocean View High School students (in on Warner near Gotheard)
Call Al White (949-492-0571) for more info Donations are also needed. Make your tax-deductible check or money-order out to California Peace Academy (put OC-RAP on the notation line). Mail to:
OC-RAP, P.O. Box 596, San Clemente, CA 92674

Nov 17 Thursday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Direct Day Of Action occupyorangecounty.com Liberation Plaza / Plaza de Liberacion (Location of Occupy Orange County ~ Santa Ana) Broadway & Civic Center Drive
Thursday, November 17th is an International Direct Day of Action, all of the world will be protesting, rallying, and Occupying in solidarity with Wall Street to call for an end to the corporatism that has taken over our country and the world.
Join us at 11am to march with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)!!! Later in the day (3pm) we will join Occupy Orange County in Irvine to march in solidarity with them and MoveOn.org!

Nov 17 Thursday 12:30-23:30pm, Irvine: Dash TO LA: Occupy Orange County drives to LA for support! OCCUPY ORANGE COUNTY IS IN ROUTE TO LA! ALL PLEASE GO THAT DIRECTION ASAP TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT! THE VILLAGE DECIDED THIS 10MIN AGO. THEY NEED OUR SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT! Cross Streets are Temple and Spring! Parking possibly at Union station.

Nov 17 Thursday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Book Review. The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism, by Naomi Klein Clubhouse 1, Main Lounge
an ID coupon may be requested for entry by the Gate Ambassador. If you are a non-resident, or you have guests attending, be sure they have a flyer for the event with the coupon attached either on the back or at the bottom of the front page. Flyers are posted on this website, usually under the specific event below, and they are also available in the display racks at all clubhouses. If no flyer is posted, call Betsy Martin, President, at 581-5453 for further instructions regarding gate access.

Nov 17 Thursday 3-5pm, Irvine: Occupy Orange County (Irvine) Day Of Action occupy-oc.org Irvine's Financial District, Intersection of Von Karman and Main
Let's help celebrate Occupy Wall Street's 2 Month Anniversary of Occupation. Let's have the biggest demonstration on the anchoring corner of Irvine's Financial District on Thursday, November 17th beginning at 3:00 PM. Let's meet at 3:00 PM at the Civic Center and carpool to the intersection by 3:15 PM, be on the corners by 3:30 PM.
Our plans include demonstrating from 3:30 PM to about 5:15 PM. We hope that members of MoveOn will join the demonstration. In turn we will join MoveOn for their November 17th day of action, WE ARE THE 99% as they demonstrate at 5:30 PM at the John Wayne Airport - MacArthur Connection Bridge, 18622 MacArthur Blvd.

Nov 17 Thursday 4-7pm, Laguna Hills: MoveOn: We Are The 99% pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=124252
El Toro Rd & Avenida De La Carlota, El Toro Rd & Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Come and join us in Laguna Hills for our We Are The 99% event! We will meet on the corner of El Toro and Avenida De La Carlota (near Hwy 5) from 4pm to 7pm. Bring your favorite sign, and a chair if you want one. Show the world you are on the side of the 99%!

Nov 17 Thursday 5pm, Orange: MoveOn: We Are The 99% Infrastructure Rally moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=124209 Hart Park & Glassell Street Bridge, 701 South Glassell Street, Orange, CA 92866
We are gathering all across the nation, just before the Super Committee meets on November 23, to send a message to them, that our infrastructure is broken and needs to be fixed. By creating infrastructure jobs at crumbling schools and highways and roads and waterworks and bridges and dams, we can employ tens of thousands of people who are currently unemployed

Nov 17 Thursday 5-6:30pm, Irvine: As part of UCI's International Education Week, the International Studies Public Forum, in collaboration with the Center for the Study of Democracy, Center for Global Peace and Conflict Studies, and Interdisciplinary Center for the Scientific Study of Ethics and Morality, present "The Possibilities and Perils of the Arab Awakening",with Roger Cohen, New York Times Columnist
UC Irvine, Social Science Plaza A, Room 1100 For more information about the ISPF, please visit http://internationalstudies.ss.uci.edu/is_public_forum or contact Sandra Cushman, scushman@uci.edu or 949-824-3344.

Nov 17 Thursday 5:30-7pm, Irvine: MoveOn: We Are The 99% civic.moveon.org/event/weare99/124193
John Wayne Airport-MacArthur Connection Bridge: Across the street from 18622 MacArthur Blvd. in Irvine
In just a few days, the congressional "Super Committee" could announce a proposal with billions of dollars in job-killing cuts-instead of raising taxes on the 1%. we're working with SEIU, AFL-CIO, Occupy Wall Street, and other groups to organize hundreds of events for our "We Are The 99%" day on November 17. If we organize enough events, tens of thousands of Americans can maximize their voices a week before the Super Committee decision

Nov 17 Thursday 5:30pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com
Marian Jones' Home, 4527 Tremont Lane, Newport Beach, CA 92625 Please join us for our Thursday, Nov. 17th meeting. Our speaker will be Laguna Beach Mayor Toni Iseman at 6 PM at Marion Jones Cameo Shores home in CDM. As always, please bring food and drink for 2-4 and we will have plenty. I look forward to seeing everyone, Suzanne

Nov 17 Thursday 6pm, Dana Point: Progressives of South OC Dana Point Yacht Club
Crisynda Buss and Dr. Bill Honigman Health Care Reform in California: The political and practical considerations of the ongoing struggle for economic and social justice in healthcare. Social hour 6:00 - 7:00, program begins at 7 Please RSVP if you haven't already: SCNJ66@yahoo.com

Nov 17 Thursday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: OC Equality Coalition third Annual Meeting of the Membership Reception: starting at 6:30 PM Meeting and Election: starting at 7 PM
Velvet Lounge, dining room 416 W. 4th St., Santa Ana
All current members of OCEC are requested to attend the Annual Meeting to elect new board members and conduct other business as may be necessary for the organization. OCEC strives to be a true community based, grassroots organization. To accomplish that, the Board of Directors looks to the membership as the ultimate authority for our existence. The selection of new directors is perhaps the most important role you, the membership, play in shaping and directing this vibrant accomplished organization.
only Supporting (PAID) Members are invited ocequality.org

Nov 18 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch with League The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict--The Two State Solution and the Protest Movements of 2011 Speaker: Prof. Nathan Gonzales, Political Science Dept., CSULB Call 949-400-2183 for required RSVP and cancellations by Nov. 17.
Coco's Restaurant, 151 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Nov 18 Friday 7pm, Huntington Beach: 'Teach Your Children Well' A film about Homophobia, Bullying and School Violence Huntington Beach Central Library, 7111 Talbert Ave
Sponsors: HB City Councilman Joe Shaw, HBUSD Board Member Bonnie Castrey, Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force and the Orange County Equality Coalition Admission: $5 - will benefit the programs of the Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force Teach Your Children Well is a documentary short (39 min) narrated by Emmy Award winning actress and comedienne, Lily Tomlin. The film explores the often tragic effects of homophobia, bullying, and school violence against LGBT young people. It tells its story through interviews with parents, teachers, students, and professionals from various gay and lesbian service organizations.

Nov 18 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: Inside Job Even if you read as much as possible about the financial crisis drama and its myriad players, you owe it to yourself - and your fellow citizens - to watch Inside Job. Recent recipient of the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, this startling film, directed by Charles Ferguson and narrated by Matt Damon, brings together as many pieces of the shattered puzzle as possible in its two hour runtime, presenting a cohesive portrait of the problems - from Wall Street to Washington to the Ivy League and everywhere in between - like no other feature before it.
Plumber Hall, Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Nov 19 Saturday 9am-4pm, Santa Ana: Save the date Orange County Assembly on Immigration/Asamblea de Inmigración del Condado de Orange orangecountyassemblyonimmigration.eventbrite.com
A couple months ago a group of faith based organizations, local labor unions, and community organizations came together in an effort to discuss local policies impacting the immigrant community in Orange County as well as to share information on what our respective organizations have been working on regarding the issue of immigrant rights. This is how the idea was born to hold an Assembly on Immigration in Orange County.
Our vision is to provide information, resources, and develop a network between our respective organizations and our communities in order to build a strong count y wide coalition of pro-immigrant rights groups. Through the workshops, attendees will be provided with information on how to organize in their communities and impact or shape local policy regardless of their status.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1100 S Center St., Santa Ana, CA 92704

Nov 19 Saturday 11am-1pm, Laguna Beach: Occupy Laguna Beach Laguna Beach - Main Beach 101 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach meetup.com/Dana-Point-Liberal-Women-40-Group/events/41025062

Nov 19 Saturday 2pm, Irvine: AU-OC Annual Meeting au-oc.org Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters (Multi-purpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue (at Waterworks), Irvine, CA 92618*
Join us for our annual planning and pot luck lunch meeting. Come and discuss what our activities should be for 2012 and have some food with friends. For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com
*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.

Nov 20 Sunday 1-6pm, Irvine: Phone bank for Nevada Come help us make calls into our bordering state of Nevada to get Obama supporters out to the Nevada Democratic Party Caucuses on January 21st, 2012.
3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92620 my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/phonebank/gpzpk5

Nov 20 Sunday 3-5pm, Garden Grove: Orange County CA DISCLOSE Act Meeting yesfairelections.org/contacts/civicrm/event/info?id=294 Stop the hidden influence of Big Money with AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT
Join the California Clean Money Campaign's Orange County working group to help wage the campaign!

Nov 20 Sunday 4pm, Orange: Movie Screening of "How to Boil a Frog"
Chapman University, 1 University Dr., Orange, CA 4pm - Registration & Networking; 5pm - Movie Screening Donations gratefully accepted. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Join OCICE, SARAH and other socially and environmentally minded organizations for this humorous take on Global Warming. Special Guests: Jon Cooksey (Director, Co-Producer and Actor), President of Post Carbon Institute & former Mayor of Huntington Beach, Debbie Cook, and Vandy Savage (Co-Producer and Animation). We will have Q & A with our special guests after the movie.

Nov 20 Sunday 6pm, Newport Beach: Consider "Social Revolutions" (Part of the Q: How We Got Where We Are Today) meetup.com/bookclub-794/events/39906262 Private residence, rsvp for address
This month, you're invited to read any book that falls into the theme of "social revolution". Social revolutions are the agents of change, periods of dynamic action that together shape a big part of how our world got to be how it is today. Looking for suggestions? You could read a book about what was going on with civilization to allow the development of the major world religions, the development of the major social changes that took place in the 1960s, the Iranian and Nicaraguan revolutions in 1979, the French Revolution, the industrial revolution; or communism.

Nov 20 Sunday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: Transgender Day of Remembrance Christ Chapel Metropolitan Community Church, 720 N Spurgeon St.
The Orange County Equality Coalition, Courage Campaign, The Orange County Transgender Coalition, members of PFLAG and other organizations invite you to Orange County's 3rd annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. Please join us as we remember the the transgendered individuals who have lost their lives to transphobic violence There will be a candle light procession and vigil following the program.

Nov 21 Monday 7-9pm, Irvine: Emergency Meeting (Police Violence, Upcoming UC Regents Meeting) UCI HH 105
There will be an emergency meeting to discuss UCI's response to intense police violence across the UC campuses (UC Davis, UC Berkeley, and UCLA in particular). This will also be an organizing meeting to prepare for the upcoming UC Regents meeting. Links are posted below. Spread the word. "The Regents meeting that was canceled due to student and worker participation has been rescheduled to Nov 28, to be held by teleconferenced locations at UCSF-Mission Bay, UC Davis, UCLA, UC Merced, and Florida. They are voting on the 2012-2013 expenditures and budget, deferring and forcing student fee increases to a later meeting this year. UCI!! Let's organize and get folks out to UCLA! Tell your friends who are near Davis, SF, Merced, and Florida (if you can mobilize from across the country)." http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/regents/regmeet/nov28.html http://cucfa.org/ (Council of UC Faculty Associations condemns police actions) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmJmmnMkuEM&feature=youtu.be (Trigger warning for intense police brutality at UCD) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buovLQ9qyWQ (Trigger warning for intense police brutality at UCB. This was at their Nov 9th rally)
[Update] Due to the amount of folks that are interested in attending, we might need to move to a larger space. Try to show up on time so we can discuss possible options. If we end up moving, we will post a sign on the door and send out an email. You may also text this number and someone will be able to help you. 510-996-2643 Hope to see you tonight. bring your energy, some proposals for actions, and your lovely selves. e there will also be a facilitation meeting prior to the 7 PM meeting. If you want to get involved with the organizational structure of the meeting itself, come swing by the pub at 6. you may also call or text the above number to get more details! Solidarity, Take Back UCI

Nov 22 Tuesday 5pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana will be holding a flash mob. We are composing a quick flash mob at 5 pm today in Wal Mart! We are going to speak about workers rights and company policy! We need as many people as possible to meet us at Occupy Orange County headquarters at 4pm today to organize and coordinate! This is going to be fun and empowering and will only take 2 hours of your time!!! Please call Charles at 714-737-2965 if you cannot meet at 4 and would like to come directly to Wal Mart, or would like to review what we plan to say. Let's get this party crackin!

Nov 22 Tuesday 5-9pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Attends Irvine's City Council Meeting Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
We are on the agenda! Please come down and show your support.

Nov 22 Tuesday 7:30-9pm, Irvine: Shared Service Of Thanksgiving with featured speakers from the Olive Tree Initiative with Irvine United Congregational Church at University Synagogue: 3400 Michelson Drive Irvine. Phone: 949-553-3535
Jewish-Christian dialogue on "The World We Live In" Led by Rabbi Rachlis and Reverend Paul Tellstrom Pre-Thanksgiving service with keynote speakers: UCI Jewish, Christian and Muslim "Olive Tree" students who recently traveled to Israel and the West Bank. They will be speaking on "Bringing Peace To The Middle East"

Nov 24-25 Thursday 10pm-Friday 10am, Irvine: Occupy Orange County Blackout Friday Meet at the Irvine Civic Center at 10pm Nov 24th Demonstration at 10:30pm at South Coast Plaza
This is for anyone who might be interested in joining us at south coast plaza Thursday night at 1030PM for some marching on one of Americas richest malls! We are going to meet at 1 civic center plaza Irvine Ca. at 10pm Thursday night and carpool over to the mall at around 1030pm. most stores open at midnight. Park in the parking lot behind the Civic Center. we have permission to park there, just not in the green stalls... Our thought of plan was to dress like you would at work... (any job will do) and walk around with the bags of our oppressors chained up together with (plastic) chains that have the BofA and Chase and Visa logos on them with signs on our backs that says debt slave...

Nov 25 Friday 11am-1pm, Santa Ana: DON'T OCCUPY WALMART - RED FRIDAY AS IN NO MONEY at Wal-Mart's Superstore, 3600 W Mcfadden Ave Santa Ana, CA 92704
Please join Occupy Orange County CA @ Irvine and Occupy Orange County @ Santa Ana and many other Orange County cities in a joint effort to demonstrate in solidarity in front of Wal-Mart's Super Store at 3600 W McFadden Ave, Santa Ana at 11:00 AM. We are picketing due to the heavy contributions to political campaigns and lobbyists as well as their harsh treatment of employees. As if shopping Friday is not enough, they want their employees to leave their families on Thanksgiving to be present to open the doors even earlier on Thanksgiving for holiday shopping. occupy-oc.org occupyorangecounty.com

[canceled] Nov 25 ~~Friday 8-11pm, Irvine~~: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: What Would Jesus Buy? [Canceled] revbilly.com/work/what-would-jesus-buy youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=YTwkHEzbwdA Due to so many people being out of town and the action initiatives on Thur and Friday, and we have the GA work group meeting at 5 PM, we decided to cancel the movie.

Nov 26 Saturday 8-11am, Costa Mesa: Asociación de Jornaleros De Costa Mesa As you probably have heard, the Redondo Beach day laborers won their litigation with the city, which is good news for us in Costa Mesa. The anti-jornalero law has been suspended for the last two years, thanks to the efforts of the workers in resistance, the attorneys at the ACLU and the local organizers. However, now that the Redondo Beach case has been settled, we are entering the new phase of litigation in Costa Mesa. We need help getting the word out and mobilizing the plaintiffs in this suit. Please let us know if and when you can help visit the corners. The next scheduled visit is Sat. morning Nov. 12.
JUNTAS CON LOS ABOGADOS, EL COLECTIVO TONANTZIN Y LA ASOCIACIóN DE JORNALEROS
17th y Placentia
Placentia y Victoria
Newport y Mesa
(951)378-0128

Nov 26 Saturday 4-6pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) The Real History of Thankstaking w/film screening "Invasion of the Coast" Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Nov 27 Sunday 5:30pm, Irvine: Democrats of Greater Irvine Board meeting and Open House on Sunday, November 27. Board meeting 4:30-5:30 (all members welcome) and Open House 5:30 on.
Sharon Toji's house, 3 Brisbane Way, Irvine. Please rsvp so i can plan lots of food! Board members: I need to hear from you! Are you coming? htoji@cox.net irvinedemocraticaction.org

[canceled] Nov 27 Sunday 7pm, Irvine: Because a significant contingent of Irvine Occupants will be headed to LA on Sunday night, there will NOT be a GA Sunday evening.
The Irvine Occupation will be sending as many people as available to LA on Sunday night to witness and/or participate in the show of solidarity pending a likely midnight 'raid' by the LAPD. Please get to LA by 10pm and be prepared to observe, or participate as you see fit. Anyone who wants to carpool with the Irvine folks, should be at 1 Civic Center Plaza by 7pm and ask for Kyle.

Nov 28 Monday 7am, Irvine: Wear Black in Solidarity. Attend your local UC Regents MTG & Demand a VOICE! https://twitter.com/#!/ASUCI_EVP https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AhG1wsCu-0H3dFNnaFpMeU5lUXFkUHNXbGxUWVRMaGc#gid=0

Nov 28 Monday noon-5pm, Costa Mesa: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Orange Coast College - Free Speech Commons For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Nov 28 Monday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Santa Ana City Council police community room at 60 Civic Center Plaza
MIC CHECK! We're going to occupy the next Santa Ana City Council meeting! Last time we were there we had over 20 people giving fiery, passionate, touching speeches. We will continue to request that we be allowed any equipment necessary in a free speech protest in this city. We will continue fighting for our 1st Amendment rights and occupying City Council meetings until we get what was guaranteed to us in our constitution. We are not giving up!
P.S. We meet nightly at Liberation Plaza for General Assembly at 7:30 pm. Please come to one of the meetings to get debriefed on where we are in the movement and what you cant do to help. ALL ARE ENCOURAGED TO SPEAK IN FRONT OF CITY COUNCIL!

Nov 28 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Nov 28 Monday 7-10pm, Irvine: Emergency Debriefing Meeting Post-UC Regents UCI HH 143
We will be debriefing after the UC Regents meeting at UCLA. We will also be checking in with the committees to see their progress on work. If you would like to sign up for a committee, please message Take Back UCI with your NON-UCI email to get plugged in with individual meetings, actions, and organizing.

Nov 29 Tuesday noon-6pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Golden West College (near the library and student union) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Nov 29 Tuesday 5pm, Irvine: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Peet's Coffee, 3972 Barranca Parkway, Irvine CA 92606
pdamerica.org/events/view/pda-orange-county-chapter-november-2011-meeting Please join us . . . and please note earlier time to accommodate those wanting to go to Occupy OC Irvine GA at 7PM

Nov 29 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Tom Hayden: Economic Democracy and Alternative Futures UC Irvine, Humanities Gateway, Room 1030 Contact for Further Information: Alfredo Carlos, alfredoc@uci.edu chicanolatinostudies.uci.edu/node/11636

Nov 29 Tuesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Banning Ranch Conservancy Neighborhood Meeting. Hosted by Michelle Simpson. Light appetizers, desserts will be served. Feel free to bring something but not required. Purpose: to educate and raise awareness regarding the Sunset Ridge Park project, the 19^th Street widening and bridge issue and the Banning Ranch development. We will brainstorm ways to let elected officials know we want to preserve our neighborhood, identify actions and ask for commitments to these actions. If you have any questions please call Michelle at 949-280-2670.

Nov 30 Wednesday noon-1:30pm, Orange: WalMart workers & OCLF briefing working together to gain respect for all WalMart associates
The Orange County Labor Federation, CLUE, and Organization United for Respect at Walmart (Our Walmart) invite you to hear firsthand from Walmart Associates and their fight for respect on the job. Learn how you can join the movement for change at Walmart.
309 N. Rampart St. Suite A. Orange, CA 92868 Please RSVP by replying to priscilla@oclabor.org or call Joline Vela at (714)385-1534.

Nov 30 Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Garden Grove: LULAC Council Meeting If you are planning to attend please RSVP or contact: Angelina Madrid: michinmadrid@gmail.com, (714) 876-7639
Coco's Bakery & Restaurant 12032 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, 92840

Nov 30 Wednesday 7pm, Long Beach: Conscious Cinema proudly presents This Is What Democracy Looks Like
This amazing documentary, using film shot by 100 citizen journalists, covers the 1999 protest of the World Trade Organization in Seattle, Washington. What really happened? The media covering those amazing days reported riots and property damage. The police said they "exercised remarkable restraint" and "did not use tear gas". What is clear is that an unprecedented coalition of labor, environmental, and human rights activists converged on the city of Seattle and shut the WTO down. Find out what happened in THEIR words.
Gatsby Books, 5535 E. Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90808 (in the 24 Hour Fitness Parking Lot) (562) 208-5862 Open Donation to keep the doors of Conscious Cinema open Conscious Cinema: Without Awareness, There Can Be No Peace

Dec 1 Thursday noon-1:30pm, Newport Beach: MoveOn 99% Congressional Speak-Out Outside of John Campbell's Newport Beach Office (near 610 Newport Center Drive)
While the 99% have been busy taking on Wall Street, Washington--and Republicans specifically--have done zilch to create jobs. Once again, we face the same fight we've faced all year long: stopping cuts that hurt the 99% and making the 1% pay their fair share to create jobs. civic.moveon.org/event/99speakout/124723

Dec 1 Thursday noon-4pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Huntington Beach Main Library, 7111 Talbert (between Goldenwest and Gothard) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 1 Thursday 3pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Think Tank Committee Get money out of politics
Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Dec 1 Thursday 5pm, Orange: MoveOn 99% Congressional Reach Out civic.moveon.org/event/99speakout/124738
We will meet in front of Ed Royce's office, 1110 E. Chapman Ave., Orange , CA 92866 at 5:00PM. Bring signage that emphasizes Jobs not Cut and that the Super Committee has failed to serve the US citizens and help in creating jobs. We must make our Congress stand to attention and start serving the people that they were elected to represent. WHERE ARE THE JOBS????

Dec 1 (1^st Thursday) 7pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County Monthly Meeting: The Occupy Movement in Orange County
Sizzler, 1401 No. Harbor Blvd. Fullerton Come at 6 and enjoy food and friends prior to the meeting
One or more representatives who planned and have been managing the Occupy OC in Irvine and Santa Ana will speak at the meeting. Learn about how the movement is organized, who participates, and the activities that it has generated. You will be asked to share your thoughts about the movement and the possibility of a round-the-clock protest "village" in Fullerton. democratsofnorthoc.org

Dec 1 Thursday 7-8pm, Santa Ana: On World AIDS Day, Author Shines Light on Forgotten Era Award-winning director Kergan Edwards-Stout will pay tribute to those lost through a reading and book signing of his first novel, Songs for the New Depression, with 30% of the event proceeds being donated to AIDS Services Foundation/Orange County. at Church of the Foothills, 19211 Dodge Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705. For more information, please go to kerganedwards-stout.com/songs or call (714)552-2348.

Dec 1 Thursday 7pm, Whittier: Free Movie Night: "V For Vendetta" St. Mathias Episcopal Church, 7056 Washington Ave, Whittier 90602.
Set against the futuristic landscape of totalitarian Britain, V For Vendetta tells the story of a mild-mannered young woman named Evey (NATALIE PORTMAN) who is rescued from a life-and-death situation by a masked man (HUGO WEAVING) known only as "V." Incomparably charismatic and ferociously skilled in the art of combat and deception, V ignites a revolution when he urges his fellow citizens to rise up against tyranny and oppression. As Evey uncovers the truth about V's mysterious background, she also discovers the truth about herself - and emerges as his unlikely ally in the culmination of his plan to bring freedom and justice back to a society fraught with cruelty and corruption. Sponsored by the Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition. More info: 562-587-6270 or 562-233-8579. To learn more about the film: thefuelfilm.com

Dec 1 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Cost: Free. Refreshements will be served.

Dec 1 Thursday 7:30pm, Orange: Death Penalty Focus offers a training session on soliciting signatures Saint Joseph Center, classroom 4, 480 South Batavia Street, Orange, 92868 For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 2 Friday 6-9pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West OC Holiday Dinner Celebration and Fundraiser Door opens at 6 PM, with dinner at 6:30, and the event ends around 8:30 PM Location: Fountain Valley. Directions will be sent to you once RSVP received We'll have a short speech by Huntington Beach Councilmember Joe Shaw. Since this is a holiday, we've brought in Kurt Weitzmann, who has been performing comedy for over fifteen years.
To pay by mail: Mail check to DCOWC at: PO Box 20036, Fountain Valley, CA 92728: Include : Names of the attendees If you wish to pay online, go to dcwoc.org and click on ActBlu

Dec 2 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Pwoje Espwa" (Hope in Haiti) Discussion will be led by Dee Orlowski from Free the Kids
In 1998 Father Marc Boisvert founded Pwoje Espwa in southern Haiti. He rented a small house and filled it with street boys. Now they have over 600 children living on a huge property outside the city of Les Cayes. There are six schools, a carpenters' workshop, an agricultural center, a small medical facility, an all-purpose space for chapel services, theater productions... In thirteen years a miracle has been taking place in southern Haiti. http://pwojeespwa.blogspot.com/
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Dec 2 Friday 7:30-10pm, Buena Park: Arab American Democrats Kick-Off Dinner secure.actblue.com/page/aadcadinner Guests will include elected officials, candidates, California Democratic Party officials, and Arab community members
Golden Nights, 7115 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620 To RSVP contact Rohnda Ammouri at (714) 584-5255 or arabamericandemocratsca@gmail.com

Dec 2 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: Zeitgeist - Moving Forward by director Peter Joseph, is a feature length documentary work which presents a case for a transition out of the current socioeconomic monetary paradigm which governs the entire world society. This subject matter transcends the issues of cultural relativism and traditional ideology and moves to relate the core, empirical "life ground" attributes of human and social survival, extrapolating those immutable natural laws into a new sustainable social paradigm called a "Resource-Based Economy". Post Movie Discussion Facilitator: Ryan Johnson
Thank you to the Irvine United Congregational Church for providing the space to view the movie. Plumber Hall, 4915 Alton Pkwy.

Dec 3 Saturday 9am-2pm, Irvine: Youth Conference on AIDS theafricaproject.com
Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Road
The Conference is Free to all High School and College Students in Irvine. Hosted by The Africa Project, the High School Youth Action Team, UCI AIDS Fundamentals Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Irvine and the Irvine Prevention Coalition Conference sponsors are needed. Write to tap@theafricaproject.com

Dec 3 Saturday 11am-1:30pm, Mission Viejo: South OC Democratic Club 2011 Annual Richard J. O'Neill Membership Brunch socdc.org We are Proud to welcome Jose Solorio As our special guest and keynote speaker. Assemblyman Solorio represents Central Orange County
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club 26772 Avery Parkway, Mission Viejo Brunch Price $32- Cash Bar Early Bird Special-Payment received by Nov. 18, $28 Payments after Nov. 30 and at the door $38
Pay Online at: https://secure.actblue.com/page/holidaybrunch2011 Or mail check payable to SOCDC P.O. Box 3633 Mission Viejo, Ca. 92692 Note: Early Bird checks must be received by 11/18

Dec 3 Saturday noon-4pm, Huntington Beach: SAFE CA - Repeal the Death Penalty to LWOP Huntington Beach Main Library, 7111 Talbert (between Goldenwest and Gothard) For further information, please call 714-514-2771.

Dec 3 Saturday 2-4pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) CONNECT WITH RESPECT: Compassionate Communication in Real Life Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
Speak your truth while respecting others. Connect across differences. Empathize effectively. Stay peaceful, sane, and even joyful in the struggle. A short intro to the principles and practice of Compassionate (Nonviolent) Communication, created by Marshall Rosenberg. Interactive, engaging, and transformative.
Led by Rev. Dr. Terry LePage, a committed peacemaker who has offered training and coaching in Compassionate Communication since 2006. She also has experience in Leadership for Organizational Transformation, and Nonviolent Parenting. opendoorcommunication.org/open-door-communication/about-Terry-LePage.htm

Dec 4 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial Apologies again to anyone that tried to come to AW last month. There is nothing on the Huntington Beach calendar that should interfere with our setup this month, though some may enjoy the "Light A Light of Love - Pier Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Parade " that will take place between 4 and 7PM (parade should get to lower Main street after we've packed up). Weather forecast is for a slight overcast and a high around 63.
Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home", keeps rolling along even as we look forward to the removal of the last 'combat troops' from Iraq this month. Come help or just visit.
We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 4:30PM to help take it down.
We need to remind the public of the continuing conflicts and sacrifices, as well as being there for service members and families in need of help. We usually need the most help in the morning, though both morning and evening are critical.
We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. Due to the short days we will likely start breakdown a bit earlier at about 4:30PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 5:15.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you, of course, are welcome without replying first.

Dec 4 Sunday noon-4pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North OC Holiday Party and Fun-Raiser Luncheon at Angelo's & Vinci's Ristorante. The DNOC is kicking off the Holiday Season and raising funds to try and open a Campaign Headquarters for 2012! We will also be collecting children's books to donate. Cost: $40 per person ($30 before Nov 23rd) or $70 per couple ($55 before Nov 23rd).
RSVP to: Peter Anderson at petedem04@gmail.com 714.446.9283 or Jeanne Moffitt at 562.694.4208 Send checks payable to DNOC to: DNOC c/o Tammi McIntyre, 118 Chestnut Pl., Fullerton, CA 92832

Dec 4 Sunday 2pm, Irvine: Green Party of OC: guest speaker Emahn of the Outreach Committee representing Occupy OC Irvine occupy-oc.org. Midway through the meeting we will carpool to the site of Occupy Irvine, located in front of the Irvine Civic Center at: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine (Corner of Alton and Harvard) to speak directly with participants.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, 92618 (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

Dec 4 Sunday 4-5pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Get the Money out Of Politics Meeting
Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606

Dec 4 Sunday 5-8pm, Newport Beach: Democratic Foundation of OC 2011 Annual Membership Dinner At the beautiful Balboa Bay Club & Resort in Newport Beach.
This Year's Honorees Include: The Honorable John A. Pérez Speaker of the California State Assembly - Wylie A. Aitken Excellence in Leadership Award; The Honorable John Chiang California State Controller - Richard J. O'Neill Excellence in Service Award. $180 Individual Tickets Click here to reserve your ticket online using our secure page! If you prefer to mail in a check, click here to download a printable form.

Dec 5 Monday 12:30pm, Newport Beach: League of Women Voters of Orange Coast Board Meeting St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660 For information 562-592-1606

Dec 5 Monday 5-6pm, Newport Coast: Tell Mitt Romney he is not Welcome in OC Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 Pelican Hill Road South Newport Coast, CA 92657 MEETING SPOT: 5:00 p.m. in the Starbucks parking lot at 21155 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657 Cross Streets: San Joaquin Hills Rd. and Newport Coast Dr. There will be vans to shuttle people up to the Resort. Or meet at the resort at 5 pm. This is a chance for us to let Romney know that his policies are not welcome in California! We will be gather to say no to the GOP politics for the wealthy! oclabor.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=76

Dec 5 Monday 6-7pm, Orange: Democratic Club of Central Orange County Annual Holiday Party Tartan Room, 2652 N. Tustin, Orange democratsofcentraloc.org

Dec 6 Tuesday 4:30-7:30pm, Anaheim: Candlelight Action for Anaheim's Homeless The Poverty Task Force has been organizing for over three years to increase services for the at-risk and homeless communities in Anaheim. The group is at a critical point in moving forward with the City Council. Join us as we hold candles together outside of City Hall in solidarity with our homeless brothers and sisters from 4.30-5, then at 5 we will enter the council chambers and have four speakers share our message. For more information, contact Kerry at 714.612.5028 or kerry@occcopico.org
Anahiem city hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

Dec 6 Tuesday 5:30pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village is celebrating 30 Years Of Social Activism lagunawoodsvillage.com//images/lwlagunawoods/Concerned%20Citizens/Dinner%20Flyer%20invitation%202011.pdf

Dec 6 Tuesday 7-8pm, Tustin: OC NOW Holiday Party Rutabegorz Restaurant (158 West Main Street in Tustin) RSVP: Kim Salter (kimsalter@cox.net)
There is no cost for this event - you simply order off the restaurant's menu. However, we have a raffle and silent auction with all sorts of wonderful items that we hope you'll bid on. In addition to purchasing some beautifully unique gifts, you'll be funding our work in 2012. By supporting our holiday dinner, you'll ensure we can purchase and deliver a new set of "herstory" gazettes in 2012 as well as host three new events. Those events include a film screening and Q&A session with the filmmakers from a fascinating new documentary, "No Girls Allowed" which chronicles a group of women who in 1983 went all the way to the Supreme Court to win admittance to an all boys public high school. We'll also host an informational program entitled, "Do you know what you're putting in and on your body" with experts from the FDA and industry watchdog groups. And because 2012 is going to be such an important election year, we'll collaborate with other local women's groups and polling experts to discuss how to message choice here in Orange County. nowoc.org

Dec 6 Tuesday 7pm, Garden Grove: Campaign for Healthy CA OC Meeting Please join us for discussion on updates and actions for Single Payer in California. Home of John Goodman and Pauline Merry 9472 Central Ave, Garden Grove 92844
Topics: Report from state steering committee meeting 11/18 Reports from representatives of member organizations Proposed local actions/projects: * lobbying * outreach * education Please bring your ideas and suggestions, and a pot luck snack food item to share.

Dec 6 Tuesday 7:30pm, Orange: Cousins Club of OC: "What's Going On With Israel / Palestine?" Our speaker is Dr. Yigal Arens, Deputy Director of the Information Science Institute, member of Women in Black - L.A. and a long time activist for peace and justice in Israel-Palestine. Questions and Discussion will follow.
We are meeting this month at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim. 511 S. Harbor Blvd, Anaheim. It is a few miles North of Disneyland at the Southwest corner of Harbor Blvd and Santa Ana St. 714.758.1050 Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2012 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Dec 7 Wednesday 11:30am, Irvine: 2011 Planned Parenthood Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker Laurie Levenson Nationally renowned criminal legal scholar and commentator "Misplaced Trust: Are the Courts Protecting Women's Health?" Special Guest Hector Villagra Executive Director of the ACLU of Southern California
Irvine Hyatt 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine

Dec 7 Wednesday 6pm, Orange: labor union meeting for the Port Blockade Orange County Labor Federation 309 N. Rampart Street Suite A, Orange, 92868

Dec 7 Wednesday 6:30pm, Huntington Beach: 3rd Annual Holiday Potluck - Goodbye - Hello Dinner (Goodbye 67th & 68th and Hello 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance).
Will be held at International Association of Machinists Hall, 5402 Bolsa Ave, HB 92649 Turkey will be served. You bring a favorite dish or dessert to share. We are suggesting a donation of $10 help us cover costs. We need you to become a Charter member of the new 72nd ADA. Contact Co-Chairs Muhammad Amin at 714-356-2383 or muhammadamin12318@yahoo.com or Jim Benson at 714-396-6199 or jamessliverfox@aol.com

Dec 7 Wednesday 7pm, Westminster: MFSO meeting. Bring family
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have a private room.
We Will be discussing the role of MFSO and the Occupy movement along with our upcoming Holiday Packages for the troops packing party this Saturday and other events. We hope you have been able to collect some items to send and will be able to bring them. Our usual place, Trader Joes and Whole Foods would not let us solicit this year, so we are very low on goods and it's going to be a cold winter, as you know in Afghanistan . Again your input is welcome
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035
Ed Garza Military Families Speak Out Orange County Chapter 714-317-3969

Dec 7 Wednesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-OC Regular Meeting. Candidate guests are Julio Perez and Michele Martinez in the 69th Assembly District. (Tom Daly will speak in January.).
Irvine Councilmember Larry Agran will comment on Occupy OC Irvine and the impact of the Occupy movement in OC and beyond.
Plus, we will hear from DFA-OC members active in Occupy Orange County (Irvine) on the movement's focus and future. Since it's the holidays and time to take care of people, we will have two collections: #1) Catholic Worker Isaiah House in Santa Ana: coffee, white athletic socks, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, drink mixes. #2) Military Families Speak Out holiday packages for service people in Iraq and Iran: cookies, candy, peanut butter pretzels, vienna sausage, CDs, paperbacks, prepaid phone cards. Please bring items to the meeting or contact Susan Kopicki for pickup at sckopicki@gmail.com. Social time starts at 6:15 pm, meeting at 7:15. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa.

Dec 8 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm, Laguna Beach: Transition Laguna Beach Night - 'Forks Over Knives' Transition Laguna is starting a 2nd Thursday of the month education/awareness series consisting of movies, speakers and workshops. The series will cover everything from water, food, energy, mobility and much more. The inaugural session starts next Thursday at Bridge Hall at the Congregational Church at the corner of St. Anns and Glenneyre (parking behind). $5 suggested donation
It starts at 6:30 with a pot luck accompanied with your spirit raising libations. Please bring plates, utensils, and glasses. There is a kitchen for clean up.
The movie, which starts at 7:30, is the critically acclaimed "Forks Over Knives" which examines the profound claim by a pair of pioneering nutritional researchers, Dr. T. Colin Campbell (author of The China Study) and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, that most, if not all of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods

Dec 8 Thursday 7-9pm, Costa Mesa: Foley's 3rd Annual Holiday Soiree and Charity Benefit Mesa Restaurant (in The Camp), 725 Baker St, Costa Mesa 92626.
Newport-Mesa School Board Trustee Katrina Foley's 3rd Annual Holiday Soiree will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank and One Coat Drive, which provides coats for children and the homeless. Cocktail attire. Individual tickets $25, with host opportunities of $249, $500, and $1500. Visit KatrinaFoley.com for more information and online payment.

Dec 8 Thursday 7:30pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Primary GA at Civic Center
Important to organize for Monday port closure protest (time, location, rides, and who will be going)
If you will not be attending Mondays action that does not mean you shouldn't come other actions are taking place after Monday.

Dec 9 Friday 7pm, Anaheim: The Social Justice Committee of the UU Church in Anaheim cordially invites you to join us for our free monthly Program for Progressives December's program: Debbie Cook, former mayor of Huntington Beach, will speak on Thriving in Economic Transition:
Ours is not the first culture to face uncertain times and an unknowable future. But how we respond is up to us. We can either focus on surviving or thriving. Debbie will explore the circumstances underlying our gloomy dispositions and examine opportunities to re-frame ourselves and our communities as we come to terms with economic transition.
511 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, Ca. 92805 contact: 714 991-8323

Dec 9 Friday 7pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Café Movie Night Presents: Beyond the Call goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-caf-movie-night-presents-beyond-call-2011-12-09
In an Indiana Jones meets Mother Teresa adventure, three middle-aged men, former soldiers and modern-day knights travel the world delivering life-saving humanitarian aid directly into the hands of civilians and doctors. Event is café style - Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beer and wine refreshments. Wine glasses will be provided, however, please bring your own utensils and plates.
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Dec 10 (2^nd Saturday) 9:45am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [Location change]
WHERE: In Solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street movement, The OC Peace Coalition will be moving our meeting in Irvine to the site of the Irvine Occupation, at 1 Civic Center Plaza We are also meeting 15 minutes earlier to better accommodate other occupation activities.
In the event of rain, we will meet at the old 10 am time, at the old location: The Friends meeting house at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

Dec 10 Saturday 2-4pm, Irvine: Prof. Mark Levine: Tehrir Square Arab Springs Experience 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine Presented by Occupy OC (Irvine)

Dec 10 Saturday 5-6pm, Irvine: "Nuclear Power-They get the profit, We get the risk" Presenters will be Gary Headrick & Marion Pack, both with San Onofre Safety and San Clemente Green, to raise awareness about our own potential Fukushima USA just a few miles away sanonofresafety.org 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine Presented by Occupy OC (Irvine)

Dec 10 Saturday Long Beach: Military Families Speak Out Packing Party to prepare holiday gift packages for military troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Call 562-522-4241 for time and location. Items needed include food (beef jerky, nuts, trail mix, tuna lunch kits, canned tuna, breakfast and snack bars, pop tarts, fruit snacks, roll-ups, dried fruit, powdered drink mix, cookies, candy, peanut butter filled pretzels, Ramen packets, Vienna sausages, instant popcorn and oatmeal); non food items (DVDs, CDs, paperback books, magazines, AA batteries, pens, envelopes, writing tablets, deodorant, t-shirts, sunscreen prepaid phone cards, chapstick, other small personal care items). Also needed: donations of $12.50 per box for shipping.

Dec 10 Saturday 6-8pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: What Would Jesus Buy? The holidays are fast approaching. Let us celebrate with our traditional holiday not-quite-a-potluck.
at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. Note: If you haven't Note: been to one of our meeting lately, there is construction going on in the parking lot. You must enter through the Waterworks Way driveway to park. Then follow the walkway to the door where we normally enter.
6:00 PM: Gathering, chatting and munching. If you can, bring a dish to share, we will provide coffee and tea. 6:30 PM: Planning session for Occupying the Courts on January 20th. We must demand an amendment declaring that corporations are NOT people. The Citizen's United decision must be overturned! 7:15 PM: What Would Jesus Buy? 8:00 PM: Discussion and Party time
Let's celebrate the Rebirth of Democracy that began this year: The Arab Spring, The People's Revolt in Wisconsin, The Occupy Movement. For a lighter look at the evils of over-consumption, we will view the movie "What Would Jesus Buy"

Dec 11 Sunday 10am-1pm, Irvine: Amnesty International's Global Write-a-thon | Write for Rights
The Orange County AI chapter together with Irvine United Congregational Church will host letter-writing from 10am to 1pm at 4915 Alton Pkwy., Irvine, CA. amnestyusa.org/writeathon

Dec 11 Sunday 11am-2pm, Irvine: The Africa Project Annual Holiday Brunch theafricaproject.com Caspian Event Center, 14100 Culver Drive Tickets are $45 each

Dec 11 Sunday 2-4pm, Garden Grove: Stop the hidden influence of Big Money with AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT Join the California Clean Money Campaign's Orange County working group to help wage the campaign! Orange County has a key role in passing AB 1148, so come help with our local outreach plan for endorsements, petitions, and letting the public know!
Private Residence Garden Grove, CA 92844 (near Garden Grove Blvd & Gilbert St.) It is helpful to know how many to plan for. So please ... CLICK here to RSVP and view more details plus an online map An introduction of AB 1148 with Q&A will occur in the first 15 minutes

Dec 11 Sunday 2-7pm, Anaheim: Dolores Huerta Foundation $15 fundraiser doloreshuerta.org/event/26/dhf-holiday-party-in-anaheim
195 Downtown Grill, 195 Center Street Promenade Anaheim, 92805

Dec 12 Monday 5am, Long Beach: West Coast Port Shut Down Harry Bridges Park 1126 Queens Hwy westcoastportshutdown.org

Dec 12 Monday 6pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting + holiday party The meeting will start at 6pm, and the holiday party at 7pm. It's a potluck so, bring your favorite dish. DPOC will contribute a ham.
Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Dec 12 Monday 7pm, Mission Viejo: Canyon Democrats Paul Leon is our quest speaker. Members encouraged to support his org which is: IFhomeless.org
Norman Murray Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692 canyondemocrats.org

Dec 13 Tuesday noon-2pm, Santa Ana: Planning Meeting of our Janitors National Day of Action December 15th is our Nat'l Day of Actions in protest of ICE raids on union shops. We will be marching to ICE headquarters in Santa Ana bring attention to this issue. We will be using the "Occupy ICE" theme in a creative way that brings attention to this worker issue. You can view this video from our San Diego action to see what we may be able to replicate in Santa Ana. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXKT295lGyc&feature=youtu.be We are meeting to plan at our Local 1200 N. Main suite 900 Santa Ana CA 92701 (lunch will be provided)

Dec 14 Wednesday 6-9pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Holiday Party (Please note: This party starts one hour earlier than usual.) Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 ($5 at the door)
Club members and their guests are cordially invited to the annual holiday party Come for good food, great raffle prizes and surprises! Entertainment: Political Parodies by Talented Club Members Gift certificates, comestibles, wine, and other goodies as raffle prizes
At this special time of the year, do unto others...please bring checks or nonperishable food items for donation to South County Outreach and help those less fortunate. give generously from your heart. thanks For more information, contact Susan Dearing at 855-6965. lw-dems.org

Dec 14 Wednesday 6:30-10pm, Irvine: Someone Cares Soup Kitchen Happy Hour Fundraiser Posch Restaurant, 18912 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA 92612 http://OCSoupKitchen.org http://someonecareskitchen.org/

Dec 14 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach Democratic Club Holiday Party Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach, 429 Cypress Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 lagunabeachdemocraticclub.com

Dec 14 Wednesday 7pm, Huntington Beach: The New 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance (72ADA) (comprised of Seal Beach, Rossmoor, Los Alamitos, Westminster, Midway City, Fountain Valley and potions of Huntington Beach, Garden Grove and Santa Ana) will hold officer elections and finalize the new Bylaws on Wednesday December 14. The meeting, set to begin at 7PM will be at the IAMAW, (Machinists) 5402 Bolsa Ave., Huntington Beach. Contact Roz Freeeman - refreewoman@isp.com or 714 262 2314 if you need more information

Dec 15 Thursday 10:30am, Santa Ana: Protest to defend workers against ICE meet at SEIU, 1200 N. Main St, Suite 900, Santa Ana We will be marching to ICE headquarters in Santa Ana bring attention to this issue. We will be using the "Occupy ICE" theme in a creative way that brings attention to this worker issue

Dec 15 Thursday 4pm, Laguna Niguel: Health Care For All - O.C. working group Among other things, our agenda "might" include *Plan frequency and gist of full HCA meetings (maybe quarterly) * Upcoming events re: healthcare reform * Legislative action we can take * HCA statewide committees to consider *January lobby day in Sacramento * State of SB810 * Working with CHC (Campaign for Healthy California) Crisynda lives at 25212 Spindlewood in Laguna Niguel. 949-249-1345

Dec 15 Thursday 4-7pm, Costa Mesa: ¡VICTORIA A LOS JORNALEROS! La cuidad de Costa Mesa criminalizó a los jornaleros en dic. 2005. Sin embargo, la comunidad resistió este ataque racista. En 2009 un juez suspendió la ley gracias a una demanda de parte de la Asociación de Jornaleros de Costa Mesa y el Colectivo Tonantzin. Mientras tanto, los jornaleros de Redondo Beach en Los Ángeles resistieron una ley parecida, y el mes pasado lograron eliminarla a través de su litigio. Una victoria para los derechos de ellos nos ayuda a acabar con la ley racista de Costa Mesa una vez por siempre.
Toda la familia está invitada: SON JAROCHO EN VIVO POZOLE PELÍCULA: "JORNALEROS EN LUCHA" INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LOS DERECHOS
Costa Mesa: la cuadra 790 Shalimar Dr. 92627 (se recomienda estacionar en la Newton Way) Para más información: (714)381-5331

Dec 15 Thursday 6pm, Capistrano Beach: Progressives of South Orange County Please join us for our Holiday Party
Agostino's Ristorante Italiano by the Sea 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy # 100, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624 (Look for us in the back room behind the bar) RSVP to SCNJ66@yahoo.com

Dec 15 Thursday 6-8pm, Newport Coast: Orange County Young Democrats Holiday Party Fundraiser/Membership Drive A the home of Abe and Behi Kazemi Newport Coast, CA Address provided among RSVP Please RSVP to info@ocyd.org
Please note that this event will be in lieu of our regularly scheduled meeting. We will not be meeting on Thursday, December 8th.

Dec 16 Friday noon, Newport Beach: Lunch with League featuring Professor Toni Sullivan on "Our New Health Care Legislation-The Untold Story." Dr. Sullivan is Professor and Dean Emeritus of the Sinclair School of Nursing at the University of Missouri. She will present a talk on the many benefits of the new health care law - advantages that far outweigh the flaws which can be amended. RSVP required by Thursday, Dec 15 with menu choice, notification of cancellation, or questions/information. Call Barbara Wood 949-400-2183 or e-mail Barbara Wood barbj@sbcglobal.net.

Dec 16 Fridays 8-11pm, Irvine: Occupy OC (Irvine) Friday Night Movie: How to Boil a Frog is an eco-comedy that gives an overview of the Big Mess We're In - environment, energy, economic - and lays out a set of personal solutions that will make your life better and save civilization as a by-product. howtoboilafrog.com
Q&A with Jon Cooksey, director and producer of the movie, via skype from London at 10pm
Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604-8606

Dec 16 Fridays 9pm, Santa Ana: CINEMA PARADISO OCUPADO How to Boil a Frog 207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano
In conjunction with Friday G.A. and Action Art evening, Occupy Santa Ana will be screening the documentary "How to Boil a Frog", in the gallery. This is the same film that is being showcased at the Irvine Occupy Film screening tonight.

Dec 17 Saturday 10am-3pm, Diamond Bar: Warm the Homeless Christmas Fair/Boutique. Vendor space is free with donation of two unwrapped toy/gift for children ages 5-18 years. Warm the Homeless, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) corporation committed to warming and feeding the homeless, disenfranchised and low income families in the Diamond Bar community. To participate or for more info, contact Don De Leon at 949/670-8861 or Mary Barta at 310/780-2912.

Dec 17 Saturday 2pm, Costa Mesa: in solidarity with D-17, the 3 month anniversary of Occupy Wall Street, we are going to stage a protest in front of South Coast Plaza this Saturday December 17(today) on the corner of Bristol & Anton by Scott's Restaurant. We will be meeting at the parking structure (its free on weekends) on the corner of Anton & Avenue of the Arts, behind TGIF's at 2:00pm and then marching to the protest site. Bring signs and a good spirit.

Dec 17 Saturday 3-5pm, Laguna Woods Village: Kick-Off for CA DISCLOSE Act (to reveal political big donors) After Citizens United, what can we do (besides amend the US Constitution)? One fine step is to help pass the Calif. DISCLOSE Act. It'll require political ads in all media and mail, for or against a Calif. candidate or initiative, to disclose big donors to an ad, in the ad itself, in a statement of approval like those candidates must now make. It'll stop those donors from hiding behind phony front groups' bland names. Invited to this Kickoff are those who wish to learn about the DISCLOSE Act, especially if willing to consider giving 1 hr./week, or more, to "work teams" doing jobs supporting lobbying for the Act, such as phoning of many kinds, "tabling", arranging for groups to hear our speakers, speaking, data input, etc. Kickoff co-sponsors include Calif. Clean Money Campaign and local hosts Concerned Citizens and Laguna Woods Democratic Club
Note: LW Village is gated; for gate entry please either: (1) Click here to register online for event (preferred). Or, (2) RSVP (or for more info) to: Jonathan Adler, 949-581-2178, or by email LawGuruLaguna@yahoo.com. To read up on the Calif. DISCLOSE Act, click here to visit YesFairElections.org Home page.
Clubhouse 2, Dining Room 3, 24112 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. Click here for GoogleMap "pinned" to that venue, with directions available from address typed in. Directions also at online registration page (linked above, and here)

Dec 17 Saturday 6pm-2am, Irvine: MoveOn: Council Holiday Party 2011 is a year to remember and celebrate-because it's the year the 99% went on the offensive. And now it's time to kick back and celebrate. This party is a potluck, so bring a dish, a desert, or a drink. Please register for this event, as soon as possible, so that we know how many to expect.
Kate's Place, 6 Gold Bluff, pol.moveon.org/event/holidayparty11/125074

Dec 18 Sunday 3pm, Garden Grove: MoveOn: 2011 Council Holiday Party pol.moveon.org/event/holidayparty11/125085
John Goodman's House, 9472 Central Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92844
As the year end draws near, we gather to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year! We will be viewing a film narrated by David Cobb, speaking on "the Move to Amend". This is an exciting account of the movement to amend our constitution in light of the Supreme Court's decision in favor of Citizens United. It will be a great time to celebrate our accomplishments and to plan new activities for the coming year!

Dec 18 Sunday 4-7pm, Fountain Valley: House Party To End Corporate Power On January 21, 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission that corporations have a First Amendment right to spend as much money as they want to promote or defeat candidates. This house party will kick off our efforts to plan a nationwide day of action to protest the decision in January 2012.
The Choctaw Sisters, 9893 Peralta River circle, Fountain Valley RSVP: oddcatout@gmail.com

Dec 19,20 Monday,Tuesday 9am-5pm, Santa Ana: Community Outreach and Organizing Training The Center OC, 1605 N. Spurgeon St.
The Latino Health Access 12-hour Promotor Fundamentals training is designed to increase participants' understanding of the Community Peer Educator / Promotor's role in increasing health and wellness in their community through the building of relationships that are based on mutual respect, trust, and a strong sense of social justice for all members of the community around issues that affect the community's health.

Dec 20 (3^rd Tuesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Peace Vigil by MFSO and Code Pink the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Orange Circle, Glassell & Chapman
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Dec 24 Saturday 2-6:30pm, Irvine: Eugene Christopher: Activist Music Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606 Presented by Occupy OC/Irvine Contact media@occupy-oc.org

Dec 27 Tuesday 7-9pm, Westminster: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting [New Location] ocpeace.org
WHERE: Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

Dec 28 Wednesday 4-7pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Dec 28 Wednesday 5pm, Irvine: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606 INTRODUCTIONS NATIONAL "Change Makes Change!" Debrief: Occupy Everywhere IOTs conf calls, BBLVs/Actions ELIZABETH WARREN for Senate www.pdamerica.org REGIONAL Debrief: State Issues CDP/Prog Caucus- Convention San Diego 2/10 NORMAN SOLOMAN for Congress LOCAL Debrief: Issues/Races OCDP, Dem Clubs, Discussion Grps DFA, MoveOn, OFA, Issues Grps, OC Prog Summit Campaigns, Actions, Announcements WEEKLY ORANGE COUNTY PROGRESSIVE OPEN DISCUSSION NEXT MEETING Weds 1/25 7PM Contact: drbill@pdamerica.org

Dec 29 Thursday 5pm, Newport Beach: Let's protest Scott Walker's appearance in OC. Send him the message, Occupy is watching, we're not gone, and he's not welcome!
The Republican Party of Orange County Hon. Scott R. Baugh, Chairman
cordially invites you to a
400 Club Reception with Gov. Scott Walker
Thursday, December 29th Reception Begins at 5 pm
Office of Scott Baugh & Associates 4040 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free for 400 Club Members $100 to join the 400 Club R.S.V.P. 714-453-0900

Dec 30 Friday 4-7pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Jan 1 (1^st Sunday) 7:30am-5pm, Huntington Beach: Arlington West Memorial The first Sunday of the January and the first day of the year coincide for 2012. We will be setting up Arlington West again in Huntington Beach. We hope we can have the help of you and other friends. Another first Sunday is coming up and we are still deployed and fighting in Afghanistan in America's longest war, so there will be another Arlington West in Huntington Beach. Please help if you can but if your schedule doesn't permit that please consider coming by to visit if that's possible. Weather forecast is for clear skies and a high of 70. Great Southern California New Year's weather. (Note: Rose Parade is on Monday on years like this when New Year's day is on a Sunday). Our continuing efforts to remind the public of the cost of our wars and to "bring Our Troops Home" continues. Come help or just visit. We no longer have to load the crosses in the morning. Meet at the beach at 7:30AM to help unload the trailer and setup the crosses or 4:30PM to help take it down. We need to remind the public of the continuing conflicts and sacrifices, as well as being there for service members and families in need of help. We meet up at the beach around/after 7:20 and start the setup of the field of crosses and other items. Depending upon number of helpers this can take 30 minutes or over two hours. "Many hands make for light and fast work". Take down goes much quicker than setup. Due to the short days we will likely start breakdown a bit earlier at about 4:30PM and hopefully have everything back in the trailer before 5:15.
Please let me know if you are coming this Sunday by replying to arncomp@pacbell.net, but you, of course, are welcome without replying first.

Jan 1 Sunday 5-7pm, Irvine: Sustainable OC/Community Coop project in the Irvine Occupation Village, Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
If weather becomes unsuitable for an outdoor meeting, the location may be moved to Corner Bakery. If GA gets rescheduled to a time which conflicts with this meeting, the time may be moved to avoid conflict.
This group aims to bring together a coalition around building capacities for creating the range of sustainable and permaculture practices around housing, community building, and self-sufficient, local transition towns.

Jan 2 Monday 7am-2pm, Pasadena: Occupy the Rose Parade http://OccupyTheRoseParade.org/
Phase 3: Monday, January 2nd, 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM at Singer Park - THE "OCCUPY HUMAN FLOAT" IS THE MAIN EVENT! Sign assemblage starts at 7:00 AM and continues to 9:00 AM on-site in Pasadena's Singer Park (1 block east of Orange Grove (by intersection of St. John's and California Avenue - about 6 blocks due South of the central Norton Simon location). We will gather for assemblage of Occupy's 5 part "Human Float" float#44 / #99. We march to join the parade procession at 9:30 am. Organizers will have 500 + flags available to those who arrive on-site first as well as several hundred Occupy T-Shirts. Again, first come get the available flags/t-shirts. JOIN US. Coordinators - Activist David Cutter: dcutter@aceweb.com or phone: (626) 260-1615) British Artists Janet & Matt Driggs: janet38@earthlink.net or via phone: (213) 300-1421 PLEASE BE ON-SITE IN SINGER PARK BETWEEN 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. MEDIA WILL BE THERE TO COVER. WE MARCH PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM. BRING LARGE SIGNS & BANNERS.
Phase 4: Monday, January 2nd, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Media Outreach & Occupy Press Conference. At the West Side of Pasadena City Hall - 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena Cindy Sheehan & Marcy Winograd will speak regarding the relationship between the Military-Industrial-Congressional complex and the Fortune 500 & Wall Street Banks. A separate Occupy Music Concert with Michelle Shocked & others will follow with an end celebratory party at the local Yard House Restaurant (2 blocks from Pasadena City Hall).
How to Get There: Parking for the Rose Parade in Pasadena is impossible! I advise using the MTA Gold Line light rail. Fare is $1.50 each way ($.55 for seniors and handicapped). MTA recommends you buy a day pass to avoid the line coming back - $5.00 ($1.80 for seniors and handicapped). Trains depart every 6 minutes starting at 5:42 am. Parking at Union Station is $6.00 for all day. Get to Union Station the best way you can

Jan 3 Tuesday 1:30pm, Seal Beach: Senior Patriots Against the War Meeting. The future of the Senior Patriots will be decided; we are at a crossroads. With the War in Iraq officially over, do we disband or do we rename our organization and broaden its mission to become advocates for peace with justice - against all wars, including Afghanistan? Please attend to express your feelings and opinions.
Clubhouse 3, Room 6. For information, contact Phyllis Solomon at phyllis1219@verizon.net

Jan 3 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods Village: John A. Smith "Privatization and ALEC - The Great Right Wing Conspiracy" Clubhouse 7
ALEC - The American Legislative Exchange Council - was founded in 1973. Its members now include about 300 corporations, trade associations, and 2000 state legislators. It prepares "model bills" which its members present and lobby for within state legislatures. Among its aims are the privatization of schools and prisons, the denial of climate change, the undercutting of labor unions, and enacting rules that suppress voting.

Jan 4 Wednesday 4-7pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting ~~Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614~~ Paradise Perks Coffee & Espresso Bar @ 15475 Jeffrey Rd
Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Jan 4 Wednesday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Town Hall Meeting on a city charter Neighborhood Community Center, 1845 Park Ave.
there will be an informational meeting to discuss "Jim Righeimer's scheme" to turn Costa Mesa into a Charter City. This meeting will be held at 7:00 at the Neighborhood Community Center, 1845 Park Avenue - at Lions Park. City staff will present an overview of the draft Charter that Righeimer created and will take questions from the audience and accept suggestions for modifications to the Charter. http://repaircostamesa.com/

Jan 4 Wednesday 7:15pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America - Orange County meeting will feature Stephanie Campbell of Americans United for Separation of Church and State-Orange County. Stephanie will speak about Project Fair Play, an Americans United program to educate people on what is legal and what is not legal for houses of worship to do during elections. Plus, Dwight Smith of Catholic Worker Isaiah House in Santa Ana will discuss current homelessness issues in OC. And, Tom Daly, candidate for 69^th Assembly District will update the group on his campaign.
Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Dr, Costa Mesa (http://metropointe.com). Social hour starts at 6:15 and meeting at 7:15. For more information, contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Jan 5 Thursday 7pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC) meeting with two outstanding speakers. Kristine Kil, Program Manager with California Against Slavery, will speak on the anti-human trafficking ballot initiative. The keynote speaker will be Diane Goldstein, former police lieutenant in drug enforcement with the Redondo Beach Police Department, spokesperson for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP).
Location: Sizzler Restaurant, 140 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Dinner at 6pm, meeting begins at 7pm. Contact Pete Anderson, President petedem04@gmail.com or phone 714.446.9283.

Jan 6 (1^st Friday) 6:30pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "Bakhita: From Slave to Saint" Born in Olgossa in the Darfur region of southern Sudan, Josephine was kidnapped at the age of seven and sold into slavery. She was re-sold several times. For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. At a later time, Bakhita felt drawn to the Catholic Church; she was baptized and confirmed in 1890, taking the name Josephine. Josephine's body was mutilated by those who enslaved her, but they could not touch her inner spirit. Her Baptism set her on an eventual path toward asserting her civic freedom and then service to God's people as a Canossian sister. Pope John Paul II declared her a saint in the year 2000. http://www.newcatholicbooks.com/bakhita-from-slave-to-saint-2011/
Discussion following the film showing: Join us to hear about human trafficking in our own communities here in Orange County. Learn about what is being done to eradicate it. Sandie Morgan, former coordinator for the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force will share her experience in abolishing this heinous crime. She will also bring with her "Live to Free". A youth group who works with other students to encourage them to get involved to make a difference.
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

Jan 7 Saturday 1:30pm, Irvine: Steve Trunk, Plaintiff in the Mt. Soledad Cross Case will be discussing the litigation which may be headed to the Supreme Court. The fight is around the legality of the cross and whether or not it is a violation of the First Amendment; litigation has been going on since 1989.
Meeting is at the Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave. Doors open at 1:00 pm. For more information: email OrangeCountyAU@yahoo.com or visit au-oc.org or call 714-299-4551.

Jan 7 Saturday 4-7pm, Irvine: OCCUPY 2012 "PEACE & PROGRESS" Meeting For ALL Sympathizers in the Irvine Occupation Village, Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
A moderated open mic devoted to expressing our visions for the FUTURE of Occupy, NO personal attacks or pettiness. At 5:00 I propose those who are willing grasp hands and speak that most cliched of slogans, "The People United Will Never Be Defeated!!!" Afterwards any who wish to continue speaking can, and/or the first Think Tank meeting of 2012 can begin at 5 as usual. (Maybe the two will merge.) Our movement has woken Americans up to the realities of elite power and the need to make a world that works for the people, not the powerful few. BUT how will we move forward when the permanent camps are cleared? How will we blend in person and online organizing while preserving pure democracy and continuing to capture the interest and imagination of the broader public? How will we persuade the rest of the 99% that there ARE alternatives and we are formulating them? RECLAIM this movement, don't let authorities or provocateurs write our last chapter. See you there!

Jan 7 Saturday 6:30pm, Villa Park: Backyard Skeptics Movie Night - "The Lord Is Not On Trial Here Today" tells the personal story behind one of the most important and landmark First Amendment cases in US History, the case that decided that established the separation of church and state in public schools
the Gleasons, 9782 Santiago Blvd, meetup.com/Backyard-Skeptics/events/44911062

Jan 8 Sunday 2-5pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting ~~In the Irvine Occupation Village.~~ Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Jan 8 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee monthly meeting Please attend and join in the discussion at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/43800272

Jan 8 Sunday 5-7pm, Irvine: Sustainable OC/Community Coop project in the Irvine Occupation Village, Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
If weather becomes unsuitable for an outdoor meeting, the location may be moved to Corner Bakery. If GA gets rescheduled to a time which conflicts with this meeting, the time may be moved to avoid conflict.
This group aims to bring together a coalition around building capacities for creating the range of sustainable and permaculture practices around housing, community building, and self-sufficient, local transition towns.

Jan 9 Monday 11am, Los Angeles: Health Care for the 99% Rally/March in Los Angeles 11am Assemble at Pershing Square near the fountain, 532 South Olive St, Downtown LA (Pershing Square Metro) 11:15 am: Funeral Procession 12 pm: Speak Out and Rally at Anthem Blue Cross, 8th and Figueroa
In Solidarity with CaHPSA Lobby Day Download English Flyer here Download the Spanish Flyer here. Sponsored by the Campaign for a Healthy California

Jan 11 Wednesday 5-7pm, Santa Ana: Occupy the Courts planning meeting 207 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Ca. 92701 in the Santora Building basement at the Studio del sotano
Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Jan 11 (2^nd Wednesday) 5-8pm, Garden Grove: LULAC Council Meeting
If you are planning to attend please RSVP or contact: Angelina Madrid: michinmadrid@gmail.com, (714) 876-7639
Coco's Bakery & Restaurant 12032 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, 92840

Jan 11 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting "Democratic Foundation of Orange County" socdc.org
SOCDC is proud to present as our speaker for the January General Meeting: Mayor Sukhee Kang of the city of Irvine, this extremely popular gentleman Is running for congress in the newly formed 45'th district He will be challenging incumbent John Campbell. There will be Q&A after the speech
Buffet Dinner includes salads, entrees, side dishes, dessert and beverage, tax and tip Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only reservations due by Sunday Jan. 8- Please! RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.

Jan 11 Wednesday 6pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club: State Party Chair John Burton Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2 Voter Registration 5:30 p.m. in lobby; Meeting at 6:00 p.m.* PLEASE NOTE EARLIER START TIME FOR THIS MEETING.
Our Special Guest, Chair of the California Democratic Party John Burton, will speak on the following topics: Why it is so important that Obama be re-elected in 2012 and why it is vital that all Democrats and Decline-To-State voters vote for him... Influence of the CDP on national politics and policy-making of the DNC... CDP grassroots organizing in CA in general and in Orange County in specific... What the important issues are that we need to address for the 2012 State and Presidential elections
Meeting also includes Election of 2012 Club Officers and Directors (who will be given their oath of office by Chairman Burton), Legislative Action, a Raffle and Refreshments. Members free; guests $2 at the door; Campaign paraphernalia and memberships available
As usual, please be generous and bring nonperishable food items for donation to SCO food bank. For info on the meeting, call Linda Nearing at 949 460-0640.

Jan 11 Wednesday 7pm, Fullerton: OCCUPY FULLERTON begins. - General Assembly of The People on the steps of City Hall @ Highland & Commonwealth. You're invited. Tell your people.

Jan 11 Wednesday 7pm, Garden Grove: California Health - OC Home of activists John Goodman and Pauline Merry 9472 Central Ave, Garden Grove 92844 BRING: Light snack food for pot luck (if possible) PROPOSED AGENDA: Follow up from SB 810 Lobby and Rally Day Debrief on local coalition building and lobbying efforts Further outreach efforts Ideas for events/forums/canvasing Next meeting planning Thanks again everyone for your efforts. Si se puede, Single Payer!!!

Jan 12 Thursday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: Legal Observation Training for Checkpoints and Vehicle Stops el Mexicanísimo 2323 W. First St. Santa Ana 92703
Entrenamiento para Observadores/-as Legales en los Retenes y Paradas de Autos 12 de enero, jueves, 6:30pm el Mexicanísimo Santa Ana 2323 W. First St. Santa Ana 92703

Jan 12 Thursday 6:30pm, Huntington Beach: Drinking Liberally King's Fish House, 7691 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 huntingtonbeach@drinkingliberally.org

Jan 12 Thursday 7:30pm, Santa Ana: OCYD Endorsement Meeting After the passage of Proposition 14 in June 2010, elections in California will now follow an open primary system in which only the top two vote-getters advance, even if they are from the same political party. Because of the need for OCYD to potentially lend support to it's endorsed candidates earlier than it normally would and with the California Democratic Party Annual Convention this February, OCYD has decided to consider early endorsements in select races. Below, you will find the list of races that we will endorse in:
* 45th Congressional District * 46th Congressional District * 47th Congressional District * 69th Assembly District * 72nd Assembly District
To obtain OCYD's endorsement, candidates must obtain 60% of the vote of present eligible members. Voting will take place by secret ballot. Each candidate will have 5 minutes to address our membership before the vote.To check if you are eligible to vote, please email us at info@ocyd.org to confirm your membership status. Candidates seeking OCYD's endorsement have the opportunity to submit a 250 statement by no later than Monday, January 9th. These statements will be emailed to our membership on Tuesday, January 10th. They will also appear on the printed ballots. Please submit statements to jose@ocyd.org. If a candidate seeking OCYD's endorsement cannot attend the meeting they may send a representative to speak on their behalf. Representatives of a candidate must be submitted to jose@ocyd.org prior to the meeting by an official campaign representative.
Bistro 400, 400 W 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701-4531

Jan 13 Friday 7-9pm, Irvine: Peace in Motion Café Movie Night Presents "Inside Job" a film that does a great job of explaining how the economic crisis was caused by Wall Street. Every American deserves to see this film. http://www.goodhappens.org/events/peace-motion-caf-movie-night-presents-inside-job-2012-01-13
Center for Living Peace, 4139 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Jan 13 Friday 7:15pm, Anaheim: Speaker Dr. Blasé Bonpane at Program for Progressives. Dr. Bonpane is the Director of the Office of the Americas and host of a weekly program on KPFK. He will speak about his new book and how the OCCUPY movement transcends political and religious borders and represents a quantum leap in international consciousness. Snacks and fellowship being at 6:45pm.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., 92805.

Jan 13 Friday 8:30-11:30pm, Irvine: Dance the Fees Away 2k12 - New Year's Revolution UC Irvine Humanities Hall 3rd floor courtyard
DJ Mark Yudof returns spinning those hits your fees can't raise without. New year, same problems. Classes and budgets are being cut all around. Come find a moment of solidarity and solace by reclaiming our university and dancing with friends and lovers. We are the Dance Machinery and we can break it down. debauchery is encouraged. there will be several guest DJ's (DJ Boi2Fly and DJ Chris Rodriguez will be making an appearance!) spinning their mad beats. There will also be some awesome skill sharing goodness, some independent magazines / student publications, and most likely an open mic sesh. DJ Mark Yudof returns spinning those hits your fees can't raise without. New year, same problems. Classes and budgets are being cut all around. Come find a moment of solidarity and solace by reclaiming our university and dancing with friends and lovers. We are the Dance Machinery and we can break it down. debauchery is encouraged. there will be several guest DJ's (DJ Boi2Fly and DJ Chris Rodriguez will be making an appearance!) spinning their mad beats. There will also be some awesome skill sharing goodness, some independent magazines / student publications, and most likely an open mic sesh. and lots of cute animals. dancing. with each other. decadently.

Jan 14 Saturday 9:30am, Long Beach: Martin Luther King Jr. Peace and Unity Parade. Please join Military Families Speak Out and Veterans for Peace to march and send the message that the time to end the Afghanistan war is now. We need to be in place by 9:30 am; parade starts at 10:30 am. Last year free parking was available at Long beach City College-Pacific Coast Campus located at 1305 East Pacific Coast Hwy. Use free shuttle to Martin Luther King Ave and 7th Street. If you cannot find, go to "Parade Participant Check-in" and ask for MFSO location. Brings only signs in good taste; our message is "Bring our troops & tax dollars home." If you can help, call Pat Alviso at 562/833-8035. To help decorate the truck, arrive early,about 8:30 am. Visit www.mfsooc.org; email mfsooc@earthlink.net.

Jan 14 Saturday 10am-1:30pm, Tustin: OC Iinterfaith Coalition for the Environment Annual Planning Session Aldersgate United Methodist, 1201 Irvine Boulevard, Tustin
The meeting is in the Fireside Room, just inside the courtyard. Please bring your lunch, a drink, and a dish to share. We will work through lunch. This is the annual planning session to determine what events OCICE will host during the year.

Jan 14 Saturday 2pm, Laguna Woods: Calif. DISCLOSE Act briefing, then calling After Citizens United, what can we do (besides amend the US Constitution)? One fine step is to help pass the Calif. DISCLOSE Act. It'll require political ads in all media, for or against a candidate or initiative, to disclose big donors to the ads in the donor's "approval statement" in the ad itself, like what a candidate must do. It'll stop those donors from hiding behind phony front groups' bland names. Invited to this briefing, then phoning, are those who wish to learn about the DISCLOSE Act, especially if willing to consider giving 1 hr./week, or more, to "work teams" doing jobs supporting lobbying for the Act, such as phoning of many kinds, "tabling", arranging for groups to hear our speakers, speaking, data input, etc. Co-sponsors include Calif. Clean Money Campaign and local hosts Concerned Citizens and Laguna Woods Democratic Club. Bring a cellphone and/or laptop, if you have either, for the meeting's calling part.
To read up on the Calif. DISCLOSE Act, click here to visit YesFairElections.org Home page. Note: LW Village is gated; for gate entry please either: (1) Click here to register online for event (preferred). Or, (2) RSVP (or for more info) to: Jonathan Adler, 949-581-2178, or by email LawGuruLaguna@yahoo.com. Clubhouse 1, Dining Room 3, 24232 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637. Click here for GoogleMap "pinned" to that venue; it gives directions from address you type. Directions also at online registration page (linked above, and here)

Jan 14 Saturday 5-8pm, Santa Ana: ¡ Que viva El Centro Cultural de México ! Gran Re-Opening El Centro has a new home, located on 313 N. Birch Street the Veterans Hall Building, where we will continue offering multiple of free classes, workshops, programs, and lectures. We invite the community Saturday, January 14th to celebrate with us the Grand Re-Opening of El Centro Cultural de Mexico. Starting at 5 PM there will be a showcase of all our programming and later in the evening at 8 PM a Baile and Fandango.
Bring your friends and family to see our new space. If you had never visited El Centro in the past, this will be a great opportunity to see how you could be involved in our beautiful community space in downtown Santa Ana.
5:00 PM: Showcase of all Centro Programs, including Son del Centro, Ballet Folklorico, Open Mic, Bomba, Teatro Santanero and more 8:00 PM: Baile y Fandango ***Music, Dance, Food***
El Centro Cultural de Méico is an alternative space in Santa Ana where the community can find cultural, educational, and artistic activities that strengthen their identities, develop their talents and develop a sense of leadership in their community.

Jan 14 Saturday 5:30-7pm, Tustin: Killing in the Name Productions Presents...Girl Power! Marty's Bar and Grill, 14401 Newport Avenue
Politics is a boys' club. You see proof of it everywhere: the Founding "Fathers," Congress"men," Barbara "Boxer," The Pelican "Brief"--the list goes on and on. Women in government are still fighting prejudice and breaking barriers. KitN Productions is supporting our trailblazing sisters with a stand-up comedy fundraiser on Saturday, January 14. This all-female show will benefit the National Women's Political Caucus. (Note: "All-female" means that the comedians are all women. Men are also welcome at the show, especially if they are single, over 5'8", and like Thai food.) We are accepting $10 donations at the door, and as always, raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. Show is 18+ Doors open at 5:30 Show starts at 6:00

Jan 14 Saturday 6-8pm, Irvine: Reclaim Democracy: "Occupy the Courts"
at The Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave.
If possible, bring a dish to share, we will provide coffee and tea. A. Opening and Greetings. B. 20 minute Introduction on the topics of corporate personhood and money in politics by John Goodman. C. View video of David Cobb speaking on corporate personhood. (About 1 hr) D. We will then talk about the plans for the Occupy the Courts Event on Jan 20th. at the Santa Ana Federal Courthouse.. 1. Agenda for Jan. 20th 2. Discuss what still needs to be done before the event. 3. Discuss what will need to be done after the event. F. Summary, Thank you's and Goodnight.

Jan 15 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of OC: Phil Osborn: "Why be good?" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/44680962

Jan 15 Sunday 2-5pm, Irvine: Get the Money out of Politics Committee: Occupy the Courts planning meeting ~~In the Irvine Occupation Village.~~ Corner Bakery, 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614 Our current first priority is the event on Jan 20th and things that directly assist and benefit this event.

Jan 15 Sunday 3-5 pm, Mission Viejo: Grassroots Leadership - Come hear executive director Donna Red Wing talk about private prison corporations criminalizing people to increase profits. No one should profit from incarceration of human beings. Network with organizations pushing for social justice. http://grassrootsleadership.org
Free 23436 Madero #140 Mission Viejo http://tapestryuu.org info: jmeslin@cox.net

Jan 15 Sunday 5-7pm, Irvine: Sustainable OC/Community Coop project due to expected cold weather, we are moving the meeting to the Corner Bakery 17575 Harvard Avenue # A, Irvine, CA 92614
This group aims to bring together a coalition around building capacities for creating the range of sustainable and permaculture practices around housing, community building, and self-sufficient, local transition towns.

Jan 15 Sunday 6pm, Santa Ana: Action Reclaim MLK On his birthday and in the spirit of Dr. King's vision for racial and economic equality, peace, and non-violence, we are holding candlelight vigils to unite our world in a global movement for systemic change. Wherever we may be, whether in our homes, in city squares, online, Occupies, or at work, we lift a beautiful message high above the political dialogue. We light the dream of a more equitable world in our hearts. We can overcome! That as group we get together Sunday January 15^th 6:00 pm Civic Center Liberation and take a picture and post it. Please bring candle

Jan 16 Monday 8-10am, Orange: Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast Join Orange County Labor Federatioin as we commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and reflect on his contribution to labor. Orange County stands as one for all workers in the fight to keep King's dream alive. Suggest donation $15. For sponsorship information and to RSVP call 714/385-1534.
IBEW Local 441 Hall, 309 N. Rampart St., Ste. M, Orange 92868.

Jan 16 Monday 9-11am/2-4pm, Irvine: Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium - A DAY OF SERVICE "Make it a Day On...Not a Day Off" Join us in a day of service! UCI will be assembling boxes to package food for the hungry in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr at the OC Food Bank. This will help meet the needs of the local community. Anteater Express will provide transportation. To participate in this service project sign-up here or for more opportunities on the MLKJ holiday contact the CCC. Upon confirmation of participation, details will be provided regarding transportation and meeting location. Sign up here

Jan 16 Monday 6:30-7:30pm, Irvine: MLK Unity Candlelight Vigil Occupy Orange County CA @ Irvine in association with Americans Organized for Change, MoveOn and Other OC Organizations invite all residents of Orange County to join with us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at
Irvine Civic Center Park and the sidewalk in front of Irvine's Civic Center on the corner of Alton Parkway and Harvard. 1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92606
6:30 PM - Gather at Gazebo at the entrance Colonel Bill Barber Park (as you follow the walkway from the parking lot towards the park behind the Civic Center building) for group led meditation, holding space for love, peace, equality, justice and unity.
7:00 PM - March from Gazebo to the corner of Alton Parkway and Harvad for a Unity Candlelight Vigil remembering that we are all one, and what we do to the least of our brothers, we do unto ourselves.
WHAT YOU WANT TO DO: Please dress warm, bring your own sign focused on a POSITIVE Message and your own candles. Electric Candles are preferred, however, if you have candles in flame retardent containers or somehow protected from dripping hot wax that is great! We want to leave the sidewalk clean! We are the change we wish to see in the world. Dr. King stressed service to community so we encourage everyone to find a way of giving back to your community even in a small way.

Jan 16 Monday 7-10pm, Garden Grove: Dr. King's Dream --- Making it real TODAY St. Anselm's Church (Parish Hall), 13091 Galway Garden Grove, CA 92844
A chance to meet and share ideas about how to make Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s ideas about social justice a reality in our time. Learn how various movements like Move to Amend, Health Care for All, and the California Clean Money Campaign are parts of an overall strategy to make our society what we want it to be. Please signup for this event here: pol.moveon.org/event/99communitybuild/125417

Jan 17 Tuesday 3:15pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club Proudly Presents a Reception with U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein
Doors open at 2:30pm * Program starts at 3:15pm Clubhouse 3 Auditorium, 23822 Avenida Sevilla Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Suggested contribution of $20 per person to "Feinstein for Senate 2012" To RSVP online, please visit: secure.actblue.com/page/lagunawoods For more information or to RSVP over the phone, please contact Linda Nearing at 949-460-0640. RSVP required by January 13, 2012

Jan 17 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: The OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out has resumed the monthly Code Pink peace vigils at the Orange Circle in the city of Orange! These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm- that's tomorrow already. The Orange Circle is at the intersection of Glassell St and Chapman Ave in Orange. Come one - come all. Bring your friends. We need to remind everyone that the war rages on in Afghanistan and the current Administration had the power to bring them out of that quagmire now!

Jan 17 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium - Jason Russell UCI PACIFIC BALLROOM
Jason Russell is a co-founder of the media-based nonprofit organization, Invisible Children, Inc; a San Diego based nonprofit focused on providing resources and education for those who have been affected by the criminal acts of the Lords Resistance Army (LRA) in northern Uganda, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. n the spring of 2003 Russell, Bobby Bailey and Laren Poole, traveled to Africa in search of a story. What started out as a filmmaking adventure transformed into the discovery of a tragedy that disgusted and inspired them, a tragedy where children are both the weapons and the victims. After returning to the United States, the three created a documentary Invisible Children: Rough Cut, a film that exposes the tragic realities of northern Uganda's night commuters and child soldiers, and from the popularity of the film, Invisible Children, Inc. was born.

Jan 17 Tuesday 7-9pm, Orange: Death Penalty Focus O.C. Chapter Meeting Guest Speaker: Jeanne Woodford, Executive Director of Death Penalty Focus
Death Penalty Focus is a national non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about the death penalty and its alternatives. Ms. Woodford previously served as the Undersecretary and Director of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and Warden of San Quentin State Prison, where she oversaw four executions. Ms. Woodford now leads Death Penalty Focus as they work toward ending the death penalty in California and the rest of the country.
Mother Louis Room, St. Joseph Center, 480 S. Batavia Street, Orange, Ca 92868

Jan 17 Tuesday 7pm, Irvine: University Synagogue invites you to join us for a community screening of the film: Inside Job followed by a discussion by Alan Haft, a local financial expert recently featured on CNN, FOX and CNBC This is a part of our Global Mentschlikeit Film Series Snacks will be provided!
3400 Michelson Drive Irvine. Kindly RSVP: Sue Penn, Religious School Director: spenn@universitysynagogue.org

Jan 17 Tuesday 7:30pm, Irvine: Cousins Club of OC: "Liberal Zionism and U.S. Foreign Policy." Speaker is Dick Platkin, retired city planner, and member of L.A. Jews for Peace. Audience questions and comments will follow.
We meet at the Irvine Ranch Water District Offices, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., between the 5 freeway and the 405. Exit at Sand Canyon and go to Waterworks Drive. Annual Cousin Club dues are $10. We would appreciate your support for 2012 if you have not already paid. cousinscluboc.org

Jan 19 Thursday noon, Costa Mesa: Democratic Foundation of Orange County Luncheon with Betty Yee California State Board of Equalization, First District
The Center Club (650 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa) There is no charge for lunch for DFOC Members current with their membership dues -- just RSVP, so that we can order your lunch! Non-Member tickets are $45.00 and can be reserved here: https://secure.actblue.com/page/dfocevent For questions or to RSVP, please contact Henry Vandermeir, Executive Director, at (714) 979-4436 or via email at info@dfoc.com.

Jan 18 Wednesday 11:45am-12:40pm, Costa Mesa: Different Faiths, Common Action Poverty In the OC Special Program with a tour of Share Our Selves, nmiinterfaith.org
1550 Superior Avenue, Costa Mesam and presentation On Poverty in the OC by Karen McGlinn, SOS Executive Director
11:45 Reception 12 noon lunch 12:40 Tour and program $10 with reservation $15 without reservation Reservations a MUST by Monday, January 16 to nmiinterfaith@aol.com

Jan 18 Wednesday noon-1pm, Irvine: Brown Bag Lunch Vigil - Rep. John Campbell (CA-48)
Our January BBLV asks include: Expand and Improve Medicare for All: H.R. 676 (Conyers) and H.R. 1200 (McDermott) Create Jobs: H.R. 870 (Conyers) and H.R. 2914 (Schakowsky) Protect the Social Safety Net: H.R. 1200 (McDermott) End the war in Afghanistan: H.R. 780 (Lee) Overturn Citizens United through Constitutional Amendment: HJR. 88 (McGovern) Heal America Tax Wall Street: Pass the Financial Transaction Tax! Join the Out of Afghanistan Caucus For more information on our January legislative asks, click here:
Office of Rep. John Campbell, 610 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Jan 18 Wednesday noon-1pm, Irvine: Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium - Rally and Dailogue Join us for the annual Rally as we remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The event will begin at the UCI flagpoles and will be followed by a dialogue in the Ring Room. Students will have an opportunity to talk about how MLKJ has had an impact on their lives. Lunch will be provided. RSVP: https://eee.uci.edu/signupsheet/mlkjrally/

Jan 19 Thursday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium - Volunteer Fair: Community Engagement & Advocacy Emerald Bay, Student Center UCI
Campus organizations and local organizations and agencies serving the needs of our community will be present at the Fair. Come join us in our collective effort of making a stronger and more positive community at UCI and the surrounding community. There will be community involvement and advocacy groups and agencies interested in offering single service volunteer opportunities and unpaid internship positions within UCI and Orange County. For more information go to http://ccc.uci.edu/mlk/volunteerfair/

Jan 19 Thursday noon-2pm, Irvine: UC Irvine's Muslim Student Union (MSU) will be hosting Irvine 11's Solidarity Service Day. On September 23, 2011, 7 UC Irvine and 3 UC Riverside students were found guilty on two counts of misdemeanors after speaking out against Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren. The speech, sponsored by the University, applauded the relationship between Israel and the U.S. and failed to mention the recent bombardment upon Gaza that lead to 1400+ deaths.
Join the Irvine 11 at this event as they complete their community service hours upon the 3 year anniversary of Operation Cast Lead.
We will be making bagged lunches for the homeless, and handing them out thereafter at the Santa Ana Civic Center. irvine11.com/serve

Jan 19 Thursday 5pm, Santa Ana: MoveOn: "Yes he can?" Event/rally Democratic Party HQ Main St. between 1st and 3rd in Santa Ana
At the end of 2011, Big Banks doled out $156 billion-yes, BILLION!-in bonuses and had foreclosed on over 350,000 homes. Wall Street banks must be held fully accountable for the damage they've caused, including a full investigation into bank practices during the housing crisis and appropriate compensation for homeowners who've suffered because of the banks' malpractice. The president has the power to order this today and start the year with a real win for the 99% movement. The negotiations between the state attorneys general and the White House have been happening mostly away from the public eye. So it's up to us to make sure the president hears loud, clear, and right away that progressives are counting on him to keep taking bold action. That's why on January 19-a week before his State of the Union address-we'll gather at Obama for America offices in all 50 states for "Yes He Can!" events. We'll let the president know that we have his back-so that he can stand strong and make sure Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Chase, and other Big Banks are held accountable. This is our chance to get concrete improvements for the 99%. Can you help make it happen? pol.moveon.org/event/yeshecan/125388

Jan 19 Thursday 6pm, Irvine: Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium - Dr. Joseph L. White Lecture: Former Mayor of San Francisco And Speaker of the Assembly Willie L. Brown "California And Our Nation" Crystal Cove Auditorium, Student Center
Former Speaker of the California Assembly and San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown is one of America's most prominent African-American politicians. Brown will give a lecture relating to his 40 years of public service and speak, from a civil rights/social justice perspective, on the current state of our nation and California, the economy, and what he believes Dr. King might say during a time that our nation is so divided. Limited tickets available.

Jan 19 Thursday 6-9pm, Capistrano Beach: Progressives of South Orange County - The Occupy Movement: The Most Interesting Enigma of the Political Year
Agostino's Ristorante Italiano (www.agostinosbythesea.com) 34700 Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach 92624. Social Hour 6-7 in the Restaurant, Discussion 7:15 in the Banquet Room Please RSVP as soon as possible: SCNJ66@yahoo.com
We are pleased to have three participants from the Orange County Occupy Movement (www.ococcupy-oc.org) who will bring us up to date on this often misunderstood movement by describing how it was formed, how it functions, its purposes, and what lies ahead once the 27/4 occupation in Irvine ends on Jan. 11. Please join us and welcome: D'Marie Mulattieri, a writer, speaker, event planner and entrepreneur from Orange Leti Stiles, an artist from Irvine with a background in social services Emhan Novid, a Woodbridge High School Senior with political ambitions!

Jan 19 Thursday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: 1^st meeting place to plan May Day March 2012/Domicilio para la 1era junta de planeación del 1ero de Mayo 2012
at SEIU address is: 1200 N. Main St (esquina con Washington) Suite 900, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Park in structure and go through back door into lobby, take elevator up to 9th floor/ El estacionamiento se localiza en la parte de atrás del edificio y hay una entrada por la parte de atrás , use al ascensor para llegar al 9no piso.

Jan 20 Friday 11am-6pm, Santa Ana: Occupy the Courts Santa Ana Federal Courthouse, 411 West Fourth Street, we will gather in front of the federal building to mark the second anniversary of the infamous Citizens United v. FEC decision.
Occupy the Courts will be a one day occupation of Federal courthouses across the country, more than 30 cities across the U.S., including the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., and Santa Ana CA will participate in this national day of action. Please pack a lunch and plan to spend the day:) For more information please go to: http://movetoamend.org/ An amazing video about Citizens United: http://www.storyofstuff.org/movies-all/story-of-citizens-united-v-fec/

Jan 21 Saturday 9am-12:30pm, Orange: Region 18 Pre-endorsement Conference & Regional Meeting re-Endorsement Conferences are the first determining step for the California Democratic Party's pre-primary endorsement process. The Region 18 pre-endorsement conference will endorse candidates in the following *NEW* districts: AD 68, 69, 72, 73, & 74. SD 37. CD 45, 46, & 48. PLEASE NOTE: The conference does not start until 9:15am. Voting and ballot counting is estimated to take 2-3 hours. The regional meeting will follow the conference. We will discuss the upcoming convention. Register for the convention online at http://www.cademconvention.org
IBEW Local 441, 309 N. Rampart Street, Suite M, Orange 92868

Jan 22 Sunday (Call for time & place): Young Professionals Group Organizing Gathering of the UNA-USA Orange County Chapter, info@una-oc.org, 714-538-5689

Jan 22 Sunday 4:30-7pm, Orange: Democrats of Greater Irvine "The Healthcare Movie"
The Duck Club, IRWD San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary Riparian View (enter from Campus Dr at University) Irvine CA 92612 Kiefer Sutherland narrates this revealing film about healthcare as it is practiced in the U.S. and Canada. His grandfather, Tommy Douglas, the most admired man in Canada, led the movement to universal healthcare in Canada,. The film explores the myths about Canadian healthcare that our insurance industry promotes, and shows us how, neighbor to neighbor, we might achieve what Canada and other developed countries now enjoy. The film is a private showing for our members and friends. There will be a buffet of substantial appetizers and beverages and a minimum donation of $5.00 to $15.00.

Jan 22 Sunday 6:30-7:30pm, Orange: Roe v Wade Rally at Circle in Orange
After the all-out assault that has been launched against women's healthcare choices, this year's rally will be more significant than ever. As we move into the 2012 election, let's send a clear message to those local legislators who continuously vote against our healthcare choices, that enough is enough!
Join us as we rally for reproductive justice. We'll have signs but feel free to bring your own. For more information on this event, please contact Colline at comatt4@gmail.com

Jan 23 Monday 7pm, Tustin: OC Pride Committee Peet's Coffee & Tea, 2489 Park Avenue
OC Pride 2012 Pride Committee is looking for anyone that is interested in creating pride this year. This will be our first kick off meeting! If you want to help out please come and learn all about the pride committee.

Jan 23 (4^th Monday) 7pm, Orange: OC Democratic Central Committee Meeting Carpenters' Union Hall, 1916 W. Chapman Ave.

Jan 24 Tuesday 6pm, Buena Park: State of the Union Watch & Pizza Party. Join with the Democratic Party of Orange County to watch President Barack Obama deliver the 2012 State of the Address on a BIG screen. Share the community, fun, and food.
United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW 324), 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park. Directions: UFCW is located one block east of Knott's Berry Farm in the city of Buena Park. If going North on Beach Blvd, make a right turn on Crescent Avenue, it is on the corner of Crescent and Stanton. Please R.S.V.P. by January 23 to Marti Shrank, 714-334-8375, or Marion Pack, 949-922-3273, so we know how many pizzas we need.

new Jan 24 Tuesday 7-9pm, Westminster: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
WHERE: Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

new Jan 25 Wednesday 2pm, Orange: Immigration Assembly Meeting at the OCLF which is located at 309 N. Rampart St., Suite A, Orange, CA 92868. Remember that if you cannot attend to this meeting you can attend the meeting on the 31st (next tuesday) in the same place and at the same time.

Jan 25 Wednesday 7pm, Fountain Valley: Democratic Club of West Orange County with guest speaker Alicia Berhow, Dir. of Workforce and Community Development for Orange County Business Council (OCBC).
She will discuss how OCBC partners work together to create a quality workforce and promote economic development to address unemployment rates in OC. Next, we'll discuss President Obama's proposed American Jobs Act.
17250 Los Jardines West, Green Valley Adult Clubhouse, Fountain Valley. Doors open 6:30 PM. dcwoc.org Email westocdems@yahoo.com if questions.

[Moved] Jan 25 ~~Wednesday~~ 7pm, Irvine:: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Moved to Monday

Jan 26 Thursday 5:30-8pm, Newport Beach: Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club newportbeachwomensdemocraticclub.com/Schedule__Calendar_.html Our speaker will be former Cost Mesa City Councilwoman Katrina Foley at 6 PM at Brenda McCroskey's Spyglass Hill home in CDM. As always, please RSVP on Evite and bring food and drink for 2-4 and we will have plenty. I look forward to seeing everyone, Suzanne

new Jan 26 Thursday 6:30-8:30pm, Irvine: underRepresented Student Alliance Spring Perspectives Kick-off with Professor Catherine Fisk! @ Law 3500 UC Irvine School of Law
Join uRSA and the Center on Law, Equality, and Race (CLEaR) for this semester's first Perspectives session--a discussion led by Professor Catherine Fisk on Ruth Milkman's "Working for Justice: The LA Model for Organizing and Advocacy" We encourage you to join the discussion even you do not get a chance to read the book. Food will be provided!

new Jan 26 Thursday 7:30pm, Irvine: Amnesty International Irvine: group 178 Monthly Meeting aiusaoc.org/irvine/meetings.html Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 Cost: Free. Refreshements will be served.

new Jan 28 Saturday 9:30am, Garden Grove: Vietnamese Lesbians, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender March during Tet Parade We are meeting west of Magnolia, on Bolsa at 9am. Look for us! We don't know our # until that morning. The parade begins promptly at 9:30 am. Attached is a map of the parade route and parking information. Please carpool! ~ Gina Parking: Parade Participant Parking will be available on a first come basis at: Korean First Presbyterian Church of Orange County, 8500 Bolsa Ave. Hayden Elementary School, 14782 Eden St. Carrillo Elementary School, 15270 Bushard St. Gillespie Park, 9801 McFadden Ave. Russell Paris Park, 8600 Palos Verdes Ave. Parking is limited and we encourage you to carpool and to arrive early. Please keep in mind that street closures in the area will begin at 6:00 a.m. ocequality.com/events/vietnamese-lesbians-gay-bisexual-and-transgender-march-during-tet

Jan 29 Sunday 11:30am-1:30pm, Santa Ana: UNA-USA/OC Annual Champaign Brunch "The United Nations and Environment on the Eve of Rio 2012" Chapman Law Professor, Deepa Badrinaryana will be the featured speaker. Dr. Badrinarayana is also a consultant to the UN Global Compact on issues of corporate volunteerism and regulations. Music will be provided by Adam Borecki and Kira Roden. $30 members of UNA-USA, $35 non-members, $25 students, young professionals & limited income. Reservations required and can be made on line at www.una-oc.org or call 714-538-5689.

new Jan 29 Sunday 1-3pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP EVENT Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian Way, Irvine. Come hear a panel discussion entitled, "The Arab Spring: Its Impact Globally and Locally" (with a short introduction of the Islamic religion)
Join us for a panel discussion with Rola Karam, Will Picard, and Vicki Tamoush. An introduction to the Islamic religion will be presented by Maria Khani. All are welcome. The program is free and you need not be a member to attend. www.womenfororangecounty.org womenforoc@aol.com

Jan 29 Sunday 5-7pm, Irvine: Future of Food Film and GMO Labeling Discussion Community Room, Community Center, University Hills, 1083 California Ave., Irvine 92617
GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) foods are not labeled in America even though this is information that most Americans say they would prefer to have about the food they are eating.
SFOC will be co-sponsoring a session featuring the showing of the film "The Future of Food," a 90-minute documentary exploring the issue of GMOs made by Deborah Koons Garcia.
Following the film, Kerne Erickson, the OC local organizer, will discuss an effort in California to put an initiative on the November ballot that would require labeling on foods to indicate whether they contain GMOs. See previous article for more information.
Available for purchase and eating during the film, various unique and exciting gourmet delights showcasing local organic seasonal non-GMO foods will be prepared by Raya Belna, a Food Network award-winning Chef.
Seating is limited. Reservations highly recommended. Please email Ted Wright (twright4SF@gmail.com) with the number in your party.
Resources: http://labelgmos.org/ http://www.responsibletechnology.org/ http://www.thefutureoffood.com/onlinevideo.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvU2yH4IpBo NR=1

new Jan 30-Feb 3 Monday-Friday See Event Schedule, Irvine: Sexuality Outside of the Lines - Bisexual Visibility Week
Visit booth Monday-Friday 11am-2pm on Ring Road. Event Schedule: http://www.lgbtrc.uci.edu/programs/biweek.php For more information, call (949) 824-3277 or email lgbtrc@uci.edu

New Jan 30 Monday 7-8:30pm, Irvine: Take Back UCI General Meeting - Strategizing and Scheming The public education crisis is expanding. At the January 19th meeting of the UC Regents we saw the police fire projectiles into a crowd, violently defending the increasing privatization of the UC. The Regents went so far as to suggest that UCSF, the medical goldmine, sever ties with the rest of the UC system.
We also saw the students and workers fighting back against the cuts and fee increases. So far this year they have not been able to raise fees despite their clear intentions to do so.
So, again, we meet in Humanities Hall 105, Monday at 7pm to hatch our bold plans around the specifics of the Irvine situation.

new Jan 30 Monday 7pm, Irvine: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Panera Bread, 3988 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606
Dr Bill Honigman c: 949-246-6283

new Jan 31 Tuesday 2pm, Orange: Immigration Assembly Meeting at the OCLF which is located at 309 N. Rampart St., Suite A, Orange, CA 92868.

New Jan 31 Tuesday 5pm, Anaheim: Stop million-dollar Anaheim tax giveaway Last week, the Anaheim City Council voted to give an unprecedented $158 million tax subsidy to the developer of two planned four-star hotels in Anaheim's GardenWalk - a developer who is a campaign contributor to members of the City Council. The giveaway of our tax dollars is particularly troubling when you consider that earlier this year, the Council cut $1 million from the library budget, forcing early closures and the elimination of programs aimed at helping our children.
We may only have one chance to tell the City Council to change its bad priorities. Anaheim residents elected the City Council to protect our city services, such as libraries and public safety, not to give away our tax dollars to wealthy developers.
The City Council is holding an emergency meeting Tuesday night to reconsider the $158 million hotel tax giveaway.
Please come to tell the City Council to rescind their multi-million dollar giveaway. The meeting is at 5 p.m. at Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Sincerely, Heart of Anaheim Learn more at www.heartofanaheim.com. Join us at www.facebook.com/heartofanaheim.

Feb 1 Wedneday 7pm, Costa Mesa: Democracy for America-Orange County with Nick Anas as featured speaker. Nick is the new executive director of the Democratic Party of Orange County and he will discuss his goals as head of the DPOC. Plus: 69^th Assembly District Endorsement Vote And Updates on Major Issues, including California Health Care for All SB810 and DISCLOSE Act AB1148 Social time at 6:15; meeting starts at 7:15. Location: Karl Strauss Brewery, 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, 92626. Contact Susan Kopicki at sckopicki@gmail.com.

Feb 2 Thursday 6-9pm, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC) meeting with guest speaker the Honorable Betty T. Yee, Vice Chair of the California State Board of Equalization. Ms Yee has over 25 years of experience in public service and she is known as a strong advocate for the under served and underrepresented communities. With her background specializing in state and local finance Ms Yee has announced that she will be running in 2014 for the office of California State Controller.
DNOC meets at the: Sizzler Restaurant, 1401 North Harbor Boulevard, Fullerton; Dinner at 6, Meeting begins at 7. Contact: Pete Anderson, Presidentpetedem04@gmail.com

new Feb 2 Thursday 6:30pm, Santa Ana: OC May Day Coalition meeting to plan May Day March 2012
SEIU, 1200 N. Main St (esquina con Washington) Suite 900, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Park in structure and go through back door into lobby, take elevator up to 9th floor

new Feb 2 Thursday 7pm, Westminster: MFSO meeting
Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster - right under the 22 freeway at Goldenwest and Garden Grove Blvd. Right next to the Motel 6. We have a private room.
Pat Alviso & Jeff Merrick Military Families Speak Out Orange County & South Bay Chapter www.mfsooc.org 562-833-8035
Ed Garza Military Families Speak Out Orange County Chapter 714-317-3969

New Feb 2 Thursday 7-9pm, Irvine: DREAM's @ UCI and OCDT Coalition Bi-monthly Meeting Casa Cesar Chavez House, Arroyo Drive, Irvine, CA
DREAM's@ UCI is hosting the upcoming OCDT Coalition meeting, meaning that all our fellow DREAM's organizations of the area will be coming to our campus for our bi-monthly meeting. You'll be able to meet members from other DREAM's organizations and help plan the events for the year. We'll also have a special Public Speaking 101 Workshop conducted by one of our own Anteaters!

New Feb 3 Friday 6-9pm, Irvine: MoveOn: First Organizing Meeting & Celebration of 2012 Potluck Dinner Kate's Place, 6 Gold Bluff, Irvine, CA 92604
We plan on having our potluck dinner from 6pm to 7:30pm and our organizing meeting from 7:30pm to 9pm. We, as a council, will be celebrating our victory in pushing Obama to investigate the banks, as well as planning the showing of the movie "Inside Job", the following weekend, plus the congressional recess action we will be performing, during the month of February. Come with creative ideas, we can make an impact on shifting politics-as-usual towards our progressive causes.
Please signup for this event here: pol.moveon.org/event/meeting/125851 Map for this event can be found here: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=6%20Gold%20Bluff,+Irvine,+CA,+92604&ie=UTF8
Agenda Outline (Total Time: 90 mins.) 1. Welcome and Go-round (10 mins.) 2. Celebration / Debrief of January 19 “Yes He Can?” action (15 mins.) 3. Discuss the February Organizing Story and Plan (10 mins.) 4. February Planning (50 mins.) 5. Wrap-up (5 mins.)

Feb 3 (1^st Friday) 7-9pm, Orange: Moving Pictures: Friday Night Film Series "The Empty Chair: Death Penalty Yes or No" A documentary film that intimately reveals a rarely seen view of murder's aftermath: families left behind, their lives torn apart by the random loss of a loved one. It tells four stories of murder victims' families reliving the crimes and confronting the loss of loved ones. Their instinct for revenge during trial and the debate for punishment by death climaxes in a search to forgive and heal.
Event is Free of Charge St. Joseph Center, Mother Louis Room, 480 South Batavia St, Orange 92868. http://www.sistersofstjosephorange.org/OUR_MINISTRIES/justice/film-series.php 6:30-7:00 P.M.: Gathering & Refreshments 7:00-9:00 P.M.: Film & Discussion RSVP: (714) 633-8121 Ext. 7716 Justice@csjorange.org

New Feb 4 Saturday 10am-4pm, Anaheim: 2012 Orange County Black History Parade & Cultural Fair 205 Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805
This is a civic event organized and sponsored by the community and features a parade, family fun and games, shopping, good food and great entertainment, The purpose of the event is to keep the knowledge that African Americans have and will continue to be contributors to the viability of Orange County, California and maintain a focus on a proud Black history. This is an annual event which began 31 years ago as a parade and expanded seven years ago to include a Cultural Faire. There will be businesses, churches, civic organizations, individuals, school districts, and more who display information and artifacts for the public who attend the event. The Cultural Faire area has a specific area designated for youth and one for the general public. The historical perspective of the African American community is displayed along with health and services displays. Food is offered for sale. Entertainment is offered on two stages which include youth, church, and other entertainers. Contacts: Dr. DeVera H. Heard ( deverah@sbcglobal.net ) Reverand Leon W. Clark ( LWCandAJC@sbcglobal.net) 714-543-4746 Darcel Davidson (emad1@peoplepc.com) 714-434-2510

Feb 4 Saturday 1:30pm, Irvine: Jason Torpy: Collaboration vs. Litigation: Reforming America's Military Jason Torpy, President of the Military Association of Atheists & Freethinkers, will speak on his efforts to work with military leaders to create a safe space for atheists, humanists, and other nontheists in the military. MAAF provides a positive mode of outreach and communication that counterbalances litigation and media pressure provided by organizations like Americans United and the Military Religious Freedom Foundation. MAAF provides the internal, grass roots and national cooperation to prevent many problems and highlight those truly opposing equal rights.
Irvine Ranch Water District Headquarters (Multi-purpose Room) 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue (at Waterworks), Irvine, CA 92618* Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com *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.

New Feb 4 Saturday 2pm, Los Angeles: Westwood Protest - No War On Iran! NO WAR - NO SANCTIONS - NO ASSASSINATIONS - NO INTERVENTION!!!
Westwood Federal Building - 11000 Wilshire Blvd Contact: IAC - (323) 306-6240
Westwood Action Endorsed/Initiated By: Union Of Progressive Iranians International Action Center CISPES Latino Caucus Of SEIU 721 BAYAN-USA ALBA U.S.A FSLN (Sandinista National Liberation Front) Solidarity with Iran (SI) Puerto Rican Alliance Bail Out The People Movement Southern California Immigration Coalition Reverend Dr. Lewis E Logan II Occupy4Jobs Workers World Party Orange County Peace Coalition

new Feb 4 Saturday 3pm, Irvine: TIAS ARMS (providing comfort to children in South Africa) presents the screening of the Obie Award winning one woman play "The Syringa Tree", by Pamela Gien, directed by Larry Moss and produced by Matt Salinger.
a deeply personal memory play of a childhood under apartheid. Please join us for film and discussion with the playwright and author, Pamela Gien at:
Centre for Living Peace 4139 Campus Dr Irvine, CA 92612 Appetizers and refreshments will be served following the film. Wine can be purchased at the event for $5 a glass.
Tickets are $20 per person (www.tiasarms.org/Events page for Paypal) or send a check to: TIAS ARMS 3 Wild Goose Ct Newport Beach, CA 92663 Cash or check only at the door. Please RSVP by Jan 30th (limited seating) For more information, call Joanne Baker at 949 650-6254

Feb 5 Sunday 11am-1:30pm/2-5:30pm, Santa Ana: Mexica New Year / Año Nuevo Mexica y P'urhépecha Centro Cultural de Mexico 313 N. Birch, Santa Ana Celebrating a new year of Mexica Heritage! ¡Celebrando otro año de la herencia mexica!
En Español/Spanish language presentations: 11am - 1:30pm Amoxeh: Calendario Mexica Arturo Tolentino: Echerhini Kuajpeni. Cortometraje sobre la lucha del pueblo P'urhepecha en defensa de Nana Kuerajperhi, madre tierra. Nelyollotl Toltecatl: arte Mexica y de Anahuac. Scott Keltic Knot: Colonialismo de la aqua
En inglées/English language presentations: 2-5:50pm Olin Tezcatlipoca: Nican Tlaca Identity Scott Knott: Colonialism and Water Nelyollotl Toltecaltl: Anahuac Art Arturo Tolentino: Echerhini Kuajpeni. Short film about the P'urhepecha's struggle to defend Nana Kuerajperhi, mother earth. Amoxeh: Mexica calendar and astronomy Vincent Rabaja: Colonialism of the Philippines Citlalli Citlalmina Anahuac: Mexica Life
For more info/Para más información: http://www.mexica-movement.org/

New Feb 5 Sunday 2-4pm, Irvine: GPOC County Assembly This will be a formal County Assembly, for all registered OC Greens who have attended at least one General Meeting in the last year, to help make important decisions! (The general public is welcome to observe.)
Following the County Assembly, which promises to be brief, there will be a short presentation by a speaker regarding the Californians Against Sexual Exploitation Act.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, 92618 (about half-way between the 5 and 405 freeways)

NEW Feb 7 Tuesday 6pm, Laguna Beach: Laguna City Council Support Needed 505 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, California 92651
Please attend the City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 7, at 6:00 PM. Our Council will be considering taking action on a letter received from the City Council of San Clemente regarding San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.
In October after two public meetings about San Onofre, the Council pass a resolution 5-0 regarding safety issues, and calling for the removal radioactive waste stored on site before any re-licensing is granted. San Onofre is asking the NRC for a 20 yr. license extension. Letters were sent to a number of elected officials including all the City Councils in Orange County. San Clemente asks that all councils join them calling for the removal of the high level radioactive used nuclear fuel, and swift action on safety issues brought to light since the nuclear power accident at Fukushika, Japan. This issue is placed on the agenda by Verna Rollinger and supported by Toni Iseman and Jane Egly. Please wear something green to show your support.
Questions? Call Marion at 949-922-3273, or marionpack1@gmail.com

Feb 7 Tuesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village - David Cobb: Are Corporations "Persons"? Must We Amend OUR Constitution?
Clubhouse 7, Gather and Greet at 6:30 PM
On January 21, 2010, with its ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the Supreme Court ruled that corporations are persons, entitled by the U.S. Constitution to buy elections and run our government. Human beings are people; corporations are legal fictions. We, the People of the United States of America, reject the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Citizens United, and move to amend our Constitution to firmly establish that money is not speech, and that human beings, not corporations, are persons entitled to constitutional rights. The Supreme Court is misguided in principle, and wrong on the law. In a democracy, the people rule. We Move to Amend.
David Cobb is National Projects Director of Democracy Unlimited. He is a lawyer, political activist, and engaged citizen. He has sued corporate polluters, lobbied elected officials, run for political office himself, and has been arrested for non-violent civil disobedience. He truly believes we must use ALL the tools in the toolbox to effect the systemic social change we so desperately need. In 2002, David ran for Attorney General of Texas, pledging to use the office to revoke the charters of corporations that repeatedly violate health, safety and environmental laws. He did not win the office, but the Green Party of Texas grew dramatically during his campaign from four local chapters to twenty-six. In 2004, he ran for President of the United States on the Green Party ticket and successfully campaigned for the Ohio recount. David Cobb is also a spokesperson for Move To Amend, a national coalition calling for a constitutional amendment to abolish "Corporate Personhood," which is the legal doctrine that allows corporations to overturn democratically enacted laws seeking to protect citizens from corporate harm and abuse.
E-mail: cclagunawoodsvillage@gmail.com Website: lagunawoodsvillage.com/section.cfm?id=493 (under Clubs and Club Webpages) Members free Visitors: $3 donation requested

New Feb 8 Wednesday 7am, Anaheim: OC Recruitment Awareness Leafletting Savanna HS, 301 N. Gilbert, Anaheim 92801. Off I-5 at Lincoln. Students will start to arrive about 7:30am and we want to be ready for them, so please be there at 7:00am to get your sign, flyers and location. Plenty of parking at public golf course. After the event we'll debrief and munch a little something at the golf course coffee shop.
Contact: Betsy Martin BMartin125@comline.com 949-581-5453

new Feb 8 Wednesday 6pm, San Juan Capistrano: South OC Democratic Club General Meeting - Tom Daly, Orange County Clerk-Recorder socdc.org
This Months meeting features: Tom Daley, currently OC Clerk- Recorder. He is running for the 69^th Assembly District, and Was Mayor of Anaheim from 1992-2002
Please join us for our Buffet Dinner, which includes Salads, Entrée, side dishes, dessert and beverage, (tax and tip included). Dinner served 6-7 PM , Members $17 Dinner, Non members $20 Meeting only at 7 PM Members $3, non members $5 RSVP'S are required for dinner OR meeting only Reservations are due By Sunday Feb. 5, 2012 RSVP to Kenton Cooper at kenton805@cox.net
San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano 92675.

NEW Feb 8 (2^nd Wednesday) 7pm, Huntington Beach: 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm (door is open at 6:30pm), at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) District Lodge 725, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Next meeting is February 8, 2012. For information, scheduled guest speaker, and map www.72ndada.com.

Feb 8 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Beach: Activist and author Tom Hayden will speak on "The Year of the Protestor - Carrying the Movement Forward". No one is more qualified to speak about the power of protest than Tom Hayden. The event is hosted by the Laguna Beach Democratic Club at the UU Fellowship of Laguna Beach, 429 Cypress Drive, Laguna Beach. Directions - PCH to Myrtle Ave in North Laguna, turn right at the first street, Cypress Dr. (it is a one-way street). Parking is limited, carpooling recommended. Please R.S.V.P. to Marion Pack, 949-922-3273, or marionpack1@yahoo.com, so we are certain to have enough setting.

new Feb 8 Wednesday 7pm, Laguna Woods: Laguna Woods Democratic Club - Joe Dunn on Cuts, Cuts, Cuts Clubhouse 3, Dining Room 2.
Will there be drastic cuts to Social Security and Medicare? Get the straight scoop from the Executive Director of the State Bar of California, Joe Dunn. Members free; guests $2 at the door. Bring nonperishable food for South County Outreach. call Sue Dearing at 855-6965 for more information.

Feb 9 Thursday 10:30am Santa Ana/noon Irvine: ¡Nadie Nos Detiene! SEIU United Service Workers West (1200 N. Main St., Suite 900, Santa Ana). For further information, please call (714) 245-9700.

New Feb 9 Thursday 7-9pm, Orange: Director's Screening of "Israel vs. Israel" Chapman University, Folino Theater, 283 N. Cypress St., Orange CA 92866
Levantine Cultural Center presents in association with Chapman University's Documentary Film Club, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, and the Peace Studies Program, Wilkinson College of Humanities and Social Sciences, a director's screening and panel discussion with the producer Terje Carlsson, Prof. Don Will and Laila Al-Marayati.
Israel vs. Israel is a documentary about Jewish peace activists who face skepticism and criticism from their fellow Israeli citizens. A Rabbi, a soldier, a grandmother and an anarchist - four very different Israelis whom share a common goal: to achieve peace in the Middle East and end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian Territories. Undeterred, they promote a peaceful solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in order to improve the lives of Palestinians and their fellow countrymen alike. Price: $10 general, free for Chapman students/faculty
For more info see http://www.levantinecenter.org/ or phone Don Will 714-997-6620

Feb 9 Thursday 7-9pm, Santa Ana: OCICE and CIPL will host the first Orange County "Solar Nights" symposium
The purpose of this event is to answer questions that the leaders of Orange County Houses of Worship may have, regarding the installation of solar panels. Download the Flyer
Church of the Foothills, 19211 Dodge Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705
RSVP and Questions: Allis Druffel, 310-752-3436 allis@interfaithpower.org Deborah Strunk, 714-809-6166 deborah.strunk@att.net

Feb 10-12 Friday 10am-Sunday 2pm, San Diego: California Democrats State Convention San Diego Convention Center cademconvention.org

new Feb 11 (2^nd Saturday) 10am-noon, Irvine: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting
WHERE: The new Friends meeting house is at 2091 Business Center Dr, Suite 100, Irvine 92612 Exit at MacArthur off of 405 and go towards OC Airport Turn Left at MacArthur and go to Michelson Turn Left at Michelson and go to the very next street (?) Turn Left at that next street that starts with a "D" and go to Business Center Drive Turn Right on Business Center Drive and go about 1/4 mile 2091 is on Left Hand side Go around to the back side of the building to where the handicap parking is. Suite 100 is off of the inside courtyard, in the center of the office complex.
WHO: Anyone interested in educating, organizing and changing US foreign policies promoting illegal invasions and occupations, as well as stopping the militarization of the U.S. (High School Military Recruitment, the brutal treatment of undocumented workers, and the criminalization of youth, especially those of color). We do not support any specific party but do support anyone who is working for Peace and Justice. Breakfast and Coffee provided! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm! ocpeace.org

New Feb 11 Saturday 11am-5pm, Santa Ana: Anti-Mall: People B4 Profit @ El Centro Cultural de Mexico 313 N. Birch St., Santa Ana
The Anti-Mall is produced by El Puente.. hacia la esperanza to provide a space for ARTivists, Performers, and Conscious Consumers to come together and invest their money, time and energy into putting PEOPE b4 Profit. www.facebook.com/AntiMall1 - RSVP on the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/275595469173092/ Also, see www.theantimall.weebly.com and www.elcentroculturaldemexico.org

New Feb 11 Saturday 1pm, Orange: MoveOn: Barrio voter registration planning meeting CWA union hall (Communication Workers of America), 140 S. Flower Street, Orange, CA 92868.
We have secured the assistance of Loretta Sanchez's staff to help with our voter registration! The election this year is crucial and we need to make sure that as many voters as possible are registered and will be educated to vote for their best interests. Our effort will be to register voters in the barrio in Orange County.
At the meeting we will discuss development of bi-lingual educational materials to distribute along with the mechanisms of the door to door voter registration; we will discuss the division of territories for the door to door campaign and the formation of bi-lingual teams to do the canvassing.
We will need to have as many Spanish speakers as possible. The unions will be participating in this campaign also.
Please consider helping with this important campaign! All are welcomed, bring your neighbors, friends and associates! Let us know who will be attending asap so that I can alert the CWA union hall. I will have chips/dips available, if you can bring water/soft drinks that would be great! Hope to see as many people as possible at this first planning meeting!!

new Feb 11 Saturday 1:30pm, Long Beach: "Unmanned" Film 775 Havana Ave, Long Beach 90804 (Right after OC Peace Coalition meeting)

New Feb 12 Sunday 1:30pm, Irvine: Humanists of OC: Dr. Clay Costner: A review of "The Rape of Nanking" Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618 meetup.com/OCHumanists/events/47351812

Feb 12 Sunday 3-5pm, Tustin: OC Global Warming Committee Meeting Please attend and join in the discussion at REI, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin. We meet in the REI Meeting Room inside the store meetup.com/Irvine-Global-Warming-Group/events/47627242

Feb 12 Sunday 4pm, Laguna Niguel: Dinner with Barry Lynn, Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State Come hear what Barry has to say about the future of Separation of Church and state in the US. Seating is limited, please sign up today. 4 PM Cocktail with dinner at 5 pm Dress code: business attire Reservation online through paypal or send check to: AU-OC, 2781 W. MacArthur Blvd Suite B, Santa Ana, 92704 For information contact: Steph Campbell, (714) 299-4551, or e-mail orangecountyau@yahoo.com

New Feb 15 Wednesday 11:45am, Corona del Mar: Interfaith luncheon to focus on Neighbors Helping Neighbors Emergency Preparedness with Randy Lutz at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church 3233 Pacific View Drive, CdM
11:45 Reception 12 noon lunch 12:40 program $10 with reservation $15 without reservation Reservations a MUST by Monday, February 13, 2012 to nmiinterfaith@aol.com

NEW Feb 16 Thursday 6-9pm, Capistrano Beach: Progressives of South Orange County: Prospects for Israeli-Palestinian Peace
Agostino's Ristorante Italiano (www.agostinosbythesea.com) 34700 Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach 92624. Social Hour 6-7 in the Restaurant, Discussion 7:15 in the Banquet Room Please RSVP as soon as possible: SCNJ66@yahoo.com
Our guest speaker will be Jeff Warner, member of Los Angeles Jews for Peace. He has visited the area and participated in humanitarian efforts to rebuild Palestine

new Feb 21 (3^rd Tuesday) 5:30-7pm, Orange: Peace Vigil by MFSO and Code Pink the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Orange Circle, Glassell & Chapman
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.

new Feb 21 Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm, Fullerton: First Event in Cal State Fullerton's Spring "Thinking Queer" Speaker Series Cal State Fullerton campus, 264 McCarthy Hall
A discussion and screening of "A Place to Live: The Story of Triangle Square," with filmmaker Dr Carolyn Coal. "The scarcity of affordable housing is a deepening national crisis in America. LGBT seniors face unique challenges as they are often forced back into the closet in retirement homes or separated from their significant others in assisted living facilities. A Place to Live: The Story of Triangle Square, profiles seven gay & lesbian seniors as they enter a lottery to secure a home in the newly constructed affordable housing building in Hollywood. Not all of them will get in." http://ocequality.com/events/first-event-in-cal-state-fullerton-s-spring-thinking-queer

NEW Feb 22 Wednesday 6:30pm, Newport Beach: Save the California Commission on the Status of Women Fairmont Hotel - 4500 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach CA 5:30 pm VIP Reception/6:30 pm General Reception
$125 individual ticket Sponsorships: $5,000 Gold $3,000 Silver $1,000 Bronze RSVP: Melahat at (949) 350-7733 or Melahat@canowfoundation.org Or, click here to reserve your spot today! Since the Governor has proposed eliminating the commission, the only way for the commission to continue their important work will be to receive private funds, which is what the February 22nd event is all about. Please join us for a special event with Geena Davis supporting the California Commission on the Status of Women!

new Feb 24 Friday 4:30-8pm, Buena Park: Candidate Academy at the UFCW 324 Hall, 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park. To be considered for endorsement by the Orange County Labor Federation, candidates must complete at least one academy session. Please RSVP to Joline Vela at (714) 385-1534, email: Info@oclabor.org. www.oclabor.org.

[Update] Feb 25 Saturday 6-9:30pm, Yorba Linda: Child's-Pace Foundation Child Care Fundraiser Gala Yorba Linda Community Center, Yorba Linda 92885.
$100 donation per person includes: Dinner, Drink, Auction, & Entertainment Special guest speaker Eddie Rigdon Founder of Water is Life
Contact Info: John LeVere (714) 557-7777 Donations sent to: 2845 Mesa Verde Dr. East Ste 1J, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 The Childs-pace Foundation, Inc is a non-profit 501( c )(3) Tax ID # 95-3317376 (Tickets purchased through January 22 will be matched by a special friend of Childs-pace.) Purchase your tickets early by mail or online at http://childs-pace.org/ItsaboutME.aspx

[Update] Feb 25 Saturday 6pm & 8:30pm, Santa Ana: Stop Stealing Our Cars: The Documentary Centro Cultural de Mexico (313 N. Birch Street, Santa Ana). This is the premier screening of this documentary. www.stopstealingourcars.com

Feb 26 Sunday 2pm, Long Beach: Mr. David Cobb is bringing his message of freedom and defense of our inalienable rights, to Long Beach at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 5450 Atherton St.
Don't miss this dynamic, progressive speaker for the national "Move To Amend" the United States Constitution. Watch him in action and then tell your friends why they should get involved in this vital defense our our democracy. This issue is beyond bi-partisan this is a broad movement that everyone, except the ruling elite, needs to be aware of.

new Feb 28 Tuesday 7-9pm, Westminster: OC Peace Coalition General Meeting ocpeace.org
WHERE: Spires Restaurant, 13030 Goldenwest, Westminster
WHO: All interested people are invited, especially anyone who might represent one of our member organizations. We're likely to be planning for tabling, future actions, or whatever business people want to bring up (excluding any specific support of candidates or political parties). Please bring your ideas, and be ready to step up and participate.

New Feb 29 Wednesday 11am-2pm, Irvine: Women For: Orange County Legislation and its Effect on Us: The Disclose Act and Healthcare for All. Invited speaker is John Goodman, PhD.
Irvine Ranch Water District Duck Club, 5 Riparian Way, Irvine. Come hear a panel discussion entitled, "The Arab Spring: Its Impact Globally and Locally" (with a short introduction of the Islamic religion)
Join us for a panel discussion with Rola Karam, Will Picard, and Vicki Tamoush. An introduction to the Islamic religion will be presented by Maria Khani. All are welcome. The program is free and you need not be a member to attend. www.womenfororangecounty.org womenforoc@aol.com

New Feb 29 Wednesday 7pm, TBD: PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) OC Chapter Meeting Contact: Dr Bill Honigman drbill@pdamerica.org c: 949-246-6283

new Mar 3 Saturday 1:30pm, Irvine: Americans United for Separation of Church and State with guest speaker Katherine Stewart, author of The Good News Club: The Christian Right's Stealth Assault on America's Children. She will discuss her book and how she learned of national advocacy groups with a declared aim to "take back" America's public schools and repurpose them with a Fundamentalist Christian agenda. Katherine will be signing books which will be available for purchase.
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Avenue. Doors open 1:00 PM. au-oc.org; email: OrangeCountyAU@yahoo.com or call 714-299-4551.

New Mar 9 Friday 6:45-9pm, Anaheim: Program for Progressives: "San Onofre: a Radioactive Waste Dump", Marion Pack Community networking begins at 6:45 p.m., featured program at 7:15 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., 92805.

Mar 10 Saturday 1pm, Laguna Woods: Our New Health Care Legislation Affordable Health Care Act: The Untold Story SPEAKER: Dr. Toni Sullivan, Nurse Scientist and Public Health Scientist Formerly, Professor and Founding Chairperson of Nursing, USC
CLUBHOUSE 1 MAIN LOUNGE cclagunawoodsvillage@gmail.com Event Sponsors: American Association of University Women, Laguna Woods Village Chapter; Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village; Laguna Woods Democratic Club; National Conference of Jewish Women, Laguna Woods Village Chapter; Unifem

Mar 10 Saturday 5pm, San Clemente: Remembrance of Nuclear Disaster at Fukushima @ City of San Clemente (which is only 3 miles from San Onofre).
There will be actions worldwide to remember one of the worst commercial nuclear power accidents which is still on-going. San Onofre Nulcear Generating Station is at the southern tip of Orange County and like Fukushima, it sits at the Ocean's edge with active earthquake faults near-by. No Fukushima - USA. Press Conference 5pm, Candlelight Vigil 6-9pm. (May be an opportunity for an overnight occupation). See sanonofresafety.org or contact Marion Pack, marionpack1@yahoo.com, 949-922-3273.

new Mar 11 Sunday 5pm, Buena Park: Farm Worker Dinner The Orange County Interfaith Committee to Aid Farmworkers announces its next dinner/fundraiser to benefit the United Farm Workers on Sunday afternoon, March 11, 2012. It will take place at the UFCW Union Hall, Local 324, 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park, 90620. Social hour-silent auction will begin at 5 pm, dinner at 6 pm, speaker at 7 pm. We are excited to have as speaker Christine Chavez, one of Cesar Chavez' granddughters, who works for the US Dept of Agriculture as special outreach person for farm workers. Be sure to mark the date on your calendars. The newsletter with reservation information will come out in about two weeks.

New Mar 13 Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm, Fullerton: Second Event in Cal State Fullerton's Spring "Thinking Queer" Speaker Series Cal State Fullerton campus, 264 McCarthy Hall
University of California President's Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Toby Beauchamp, UC San Diego, Department of Communication, will be discussing his article, "None Shall Pass: Transgender Studies and the Politics of Mobility" http://ocequality.com/events/second-event-in-cal-state-fullerton-s-spring-thinking-queer

Mar 19 Monday 7pm, Anaheim: Immigration as a Moral Issue Understanding the Causes of Migration
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805

New Mar 24 Saturday 1pm, Fullerton: Saluting Women's History Month with a New Film Join Orange County NOW as we debut "No Girls Allowed" - a new documentary about girls breaking barriers at an all-boys public school. Filmmakers will participate in a Q&A following the screening.
Cal State Fullerton 1406 Stephen G Mihaylo Hall (SGMH)

New Apr 2 Monday 6-8pm, Huntington Beach: "Do You Know What You're Putting in Your Body?" Whole Foods, 7881 Edinger Ave, Suite 150, Huntington Beach
Join Orange County NOW for a presentation from an FDA representative as well as watchdog representative about so-called "healthy" foods.

Apr 2 Monday 7pm, Anaheim: Immigration as a Moral Issue History of Immigration in the U.S.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805

New Apr 6 Friday 6:45-9pm, Anaheim: Program for Progressives: Bruce Gagnon, Global Network Against Weapons & Nuclear Power in Space Community networking begins at 6:45 p.m., featured program at 7:15 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., 92805.

Apr 14 Saturday 9am-3pm, Santa Ana: 27th Annual Great American Write-In at a brand new location: the Delhi Center, located at 505 East Central Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92707. (For those of you who attended the 2011 Progressive Summit, this is the same venue.)
We would like to know as soon as possible - but no later than January 6 - whether or not your organization will have a table at the 2012 Write-In. As before, the booth fee is $60. Please send a check for that amount, payable to Women For: Orange County, to Felicity Figueroa at 36 Blazing Star, Irvine, CA 92604.
As you are aware, we fill up quickly. If your organization would like to participate, but cannot pay until a later date, please let us know before the deadline above. We can usually make some arrangement; but we do need to know if you are planning to attend.
Please contact Felicity Figueroa (949-733-0850 or felicitynf@aol.com) if you have any questions.
We look forward to seeing all of you again at another successful event --

Apr 16 Monday 7pm, Anaheim: Immigration as a Moral Issue Economics of an (Im)migration System
Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805

Apr 21 Saturday, 1:30-3pm, Long Beach: A Public Talk by His Holiness the Dalai Lama--"Peace of Mind in Troubled Times" - at the Long Beach Arena (downtown Long Beach). A ticketed event; $20, $37, $64, $94. Tickets can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.com or the Long Beach Convention Center Box Office. Come listen to an international peace icon and one of the world's most beloved spiritual teachers. A tireless advocate of social justice and nonviolence, the Tibetan leader continues to travel widely, promoting a more open, just, and democratic world. Hosted by GSTDL, a Long Beach Tibetan Buddhist center.

Daily, 7pm, Santa Ana: Occupy Orange County (Santa Ana) Full Schedule for S.A. G.A's: Civic Center Wednesdays at 7:30, Saturdays at 3 (small think tank), and our Primary (main) GA is Friday night at 7:30 at 7:00PM at Santa Ana's Walk of Honor at the corner of Broadway and Civic Center Dr., come get involved. occupyorangecounty.com

Daily, 7pm, Fullerton: Occupy Orange County (Fullerton) General Assembly ~~1600 N Harbor Blvd Fullerton, California 92835~~ Lions's Field Duck Pond at the corner of Brea Blvd. & Harbor occupy-oc.org

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

Mondays, 6pm, Irvine: Worker-Student Alliance (WSA) UC Irvine, in SSL 105. wsauci.blogspot.com

(2^nd Monday), 4:30-6pm, Laguna Woods: JOIN US FOR PEACE! Concerned Citizens of Laguna Woods Village's Steering Committee voted to restart the People for Peace ad hoc committee. Monthly demonstrations for peace will take place on the Second Monday of every month, 4:30 to 6 PM at the corner of El Toro & Valencia. Please call or email Margaret Pearlman margaretpearlma@yahoo.com for more information

Tuesdays, 4-5pm, Tustin: Stand in 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 meetup.com/common-ground-spiritual-center/calendar/vvbknypcbhc

(3^rd Tuesday), 5:30-7 pm, Orange: Bring our troops home protest, sponsored by MFSO at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange. Bring an anti-war sign and wear pink or black!

[Canceled] (2^nd & 4^th 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

[time change] Tuesdays, 5-6 PM, Irvine: UC Irvine Young Democrats meeting, in SST 122 (on the first floor of Social Science Tower across from Social Science Lab). Still the same time from 6pm-7pm! I understand that many of you will miss Humanities Hall, but our new location will offer even more greater things... our very own restrooms, vending machines, convenient access to Middle Earth, Social Science Parking Structure, the Student Center, and many many more!

(3^nd Tuesday), 5:30-7 pm, Orange: Peace Vigil, sponsored by MFSO & Code Pink at the Traffic Circle in Old Towne Orange.
Dear OC Code Pink Activists & Supporters,
I am happy to report that our friends from the OC chapter of Military Families Speak Out have resumed monthly peace vigils at the Circle!
These vigils will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm.
And so I urge you to come out this Tuesday Nov. 15th for MFSO's very first vigil in support of these patriots as they have supported us for the past 7 years. They have even graciously offered to share this vigil with us as joint event for peace!
In peaceful solidarity, Kathy (Code Pink OC)

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 losamigosoc.com

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

[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

[Rescheduled] ~~(2^nd Wednesday)~~, 5:30-7 pm, Orange: Peace Vigil sponsored by OC Code Pink (codepinkoc.org) Moved to 3^rd Tuesday

(Last Wednesday), 5-6:30pm, Seal Beach: SENIOR PATRIOTS AGAINST THE WAR INVITES YOU TO JOIN A DEMONSTRATION FOR PEACE THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 5 TO 6:30PM IN FRONT OF THE LARGE WORLD GLOBE LEISURE WORLD, SEAL BEACH Seal Beach Blvd. at Golden Rain Rd. Between 405 Freeway and Westminster Parking in local shopping center, corner Seal Beach Blvd. & Westminster SIGNS AND BANNERS PROVIDED Call 562-430-7509 or 562-430-1047 for information

[Canceled] (2^nd Wednesdays), 6:30pm, San Clemente: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org). meets at Sunsets Bar & Grill in Capistrano Beach, 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy. Contact: SCDrinkingLiberally@gmail.com or (949) 682-5291.

Odd Wednesdays (starting week 1), 7pm, Irvine: Transgender Alliance Group To Educate And Motivate (TAG TEAM) This will be an open space for allies and members of the transgender, gender variant, and gender non-conforming community to spread awareness and create an open space to plan actions for change on our campus. If you are interested, please join us Location: LGBTRC (Student Center South G302) If you would like more information, feel free to contact Sophie Punkar spunkar@uci.edu\ Amanda Woo awoo@uci.edu

(2^nd Wednesday), 7 pm, Huntington Beach: 72nd Assembly Democratic Alliance meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm (door is open at 6:30pm), at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) District Lodge 725, 5402 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Next meeting is February 8, 2012. For information, scheduled guest speaker, and map www.72ndada.com.

New Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 am, Santa Ana: Los Amigos de Santa Ana, a progressive networking group, meets at Mariscos Zamora Restaurant 3701 W. McFadden Ave, #H, Santa Ana, 92704, (714)650-9287

(1^st & 3^rd Thursdays), 6:30-8:30 PM, Irvine: pints and politics are suspended momentarily while we look for a new location. destiny@club48democrats.com

(1^st Thursdays), 6-9PM, Fullerton: Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC), Sizzler Restaurant, 1401 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Dinner at 6, Meeting begins at 7. Contact: Pete Anderson, President petedem04@gmail.com

(1^st Thursdays) 7-9 PM, Whittier: Whittier Area Peace & Justice Coalition Movie Night
St. Matthias Episcopal Church - Chase Room, 7056 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602
1st Thurs-Movie night; 2nd Thurs-Steering Committee; 3rd Thurs "Teach in" meeting - Peace and Justice Work whittierpeace.org

Suspended (3^rd Thursdays), 7pm, Progressive Network Conference Call Third Thursday, every month 7 PM. To listen in to announcements , plans, and requests for help from other progressive in Orange County, call 949-954-3015 and enter 57169 when prompted for a pin number. These calls are open to the public, so you can also participate by registering with Calliflower.com and searching for the Progressive Network OC Monthly Call. To present information about your event, organization, or issue, you must be a registered user at Calliflower.com. For more information email lindamay@ocequality.com

4th Thursdays 6:30pm - if you wish to speak, please arrive by 6:15 to fill out a speaker's form, Irvine: Green Ribbon Committee meeting 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine

Thursdays 8-11 PM, Costa Mesa: Drag Show Fun Raiser Potatoe Skins & Platform Shoes - Party with a Purpose
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub 2915 Red Hill Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Every Thursday, starting August 27th, "Durty Nelly's" is hosting a fundraiser for various charities in Orange County. Admittance is $10 which includes the show. Come enjoy yourself and support our Community! Durty Nelly's Irish Pub 2915 Redhill Ave. Costa Mesa

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

(2^nd Thursdays) 7-9PM, Santa Ana: Orange County Young Democrats Meeting
Bistro 400 400 W. 4th Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 OCYD.net

Thursdays 7 PM, Rancho Santa Margarita: Drinking Liberally (drinkingliberally.org), a no-agenda social club for local progressives, meets at Canyon Fireside Grille 22312 El Paseo Rancho Santa Margarita California 92688 Contact: rsm@drinkingliberally.org.

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

[Location Change]Fridays 8 am, San Juan Capistrano: Informal discussion of local issues at Playhouse San Juan

(2^nd Friday) 6:30pm, Anaheim: Potluck for Progressives. Sponsored by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805. www.uuchurchoc.org

Fridays 7:30-9pm, Santa Ana: Did you know that a new Transgender Support Group is forming at Church of the Foothills? The group will be meeting on the third Friday of the Month, from 7:30-9:00 PM in the Sr. High Room. Called "TG Rainbow", this all inclusive transgender support group will be holding their first meeting will be Friday, July 16. For more information about the group go to www.mach25media.com/tgr.html or contact Michelle Evans at mach25@sbcglobal.net or 949-770-0702.

(3^rd Friday) 7-8pm Fullerton: OC NORML normally meets on the third Friday of the month at Giovanni's Pizza, 922 W Williams in Fullerton ocnorml.org

[Canceled] 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

(Last Friday of the month) 7pm, Anaheim - UUCA Interweave, a gay/straight alliance which supports and addresses the needs and concerns of LGBT people, welcomes you to a potluck dinner and meeting held on the last Friday of the month at 7pm. UUCA Interweave is affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim CA 92805. For more information please visit the church website at www.uuchurchoc.org, email uucainterweave@gmail.com, or follow us on Facebook.

(1^st Fridays) 7:30pm:Newport Beach: Orange County Nation Group meets on the First Friday of every month at 7:30pm at the home of a member for two hours of discussion of current political or social topics. Often there is a guest speaker. We limit speakers to 20 minutes because we want to have an extended question and answer session and expound our own opinions. Contact: Allan Beek 949.645.1419 abeek@flash.net

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, 9am-2pm, Irvine: OC Green Market Orange County's First Eco-friendly Open Air Market! is located on the beautiful Irvine Valley College Campus, 5500 Irvine Center Dr. and is open every Saturday from 9am - 2pm - rain or shine. Admission is free. IVC policy requires that every parked car has a valid single use parking permit. A single use parking permit costs $2 per day. Cars not displaying a valid permit will receive a citation beginning at $20. Permit dispensers are located near parking lots #3 & #5. Signs will be posted. For questions, comments or more information please email info@ocgreenmarket.com or call 714 717 4424. ocgreenmarket.com

Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, Orange: Connecting Communication Event the LGBT Center in Orange County will host a Connecting Communication/Nonviolent Communication Practice Group
1605 N. Spurgeon St. Santa Ana, CA 92701 Please email David Esch to sign up davidbrianesch@gmail.com thecenteroc.org Peace and Equality will not happen without connection--learn why and how.

[Moved] ~~1^st Saturday, 11am-12:30am~~, Laguna Woods: People for Peace demonstrations have moved to the 2nd Monday 4:30-6pm Please call or email Margaret Pearlman margaretpearlma@yahoo.com for more information

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

[Moved] (Last Saturday), 11am-12:30pm, Seal Beach: SENIOR PATRIOTS AGAINST THE WAR Demonstration moved to Last Wednesday

Sundays, 9:45-10:45am, Anaheim: Adult Forum. All adults are welcome to join a group discussion on topics of social &/or political interest, co-facilitated by Ruth Shapin and Edward Dunvan. Held at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805. Phone: (714)758-1050. uuchurchoc.org For further information call the phone number above, or Ruth at 714-567-0188, or see the above website.

Sundays, 3pm, Cerritos: The newly formed Southeast L.A. chapter of Progressive Democrats of America will be meeting every Sunday at 3pm, starting April 17. Location: Starbucks at the Cerritos Towne Center, 12751 Towne Center Drive Suite N-3, Cerritos, CA 90703-8588.

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, 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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