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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

—: Old Y Centre Social Policy Discussion

Old Y Centre for Community Organizations (223 - 12 Avenue SW)
Speak. Share. Thrive. is a consultation initiative launched by the Alberta Human Services to gather input about the nature of the society, support and services Albertan’s desire. This is an opportunity for Albertans to speak about what is important to them and to share their thoughts with their community members and government.
Presented by Old Y Centre for Community Organizations.

—: July Conscious Calgary Convergence

The Area
This months topic is: COMMUNITY!

This will be the 11th Conscious Calgary Convergence and we think it's time to add a few more features to our monthly meetups! In addition to our presentations, drinking and socializing, we are adding these fun extras:
Presented by Chelsea Pratchett.

Saturday, August 4, 2012

—: 3rd Annual Tar Sands Healing Walk

Crane Lake Park
We, the Keepers of the Athabasca, are calling on allies and supporters to join us on a healing walk. We are asking all community members of the Tar Sands regions and those in the path of tar sands infrastructure (pipelines and refineries) and all supporters to come out and walk for the healing of the land and our sacred waters.

The walk will be led by First Nation and Metis elders and community members but we are hoping that our allies will come out to walk beside them as supporters as well.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

—: Hiroshima/Nagasaki Memorial Event

Calgary Area Outdoor Council
Come view excerpts from the film "The Last Atomic Bomb," a poster exhibit from Hiroshima, and participate in reflection time, paper crane-making and letter-writing action.

Please watch this inspiring short video!

http://vimeo.com/45150640
Presented by Project Ploughshares Calgary.

Friday, August 10, 2012

—: Courage for Parents: Calgary March and Rally: Family Preservation by Reform of Child Protective Services and Family Court Systems

To be announced.
This event is partnered with a simultaneous event in Edmonton. Details forthcoming.
Presented by Alberta Child and Family First, and Albertans in Action.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

—: Food Club Meeting!

Old Y Centre for Community Organizations, Board Room (223 - 12 Avenue SW)
We'll continue to talk about a vision for a Community Food Centre in Calgary as well as other ideas that were presented at the last meeting.
Presented by Old Y Centre for Community Organizations.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

—: Inglewood and Ramsay Farmers Market at The AREA

The Area
The AREA Inglewood is starting a Farmers Market!
We are happy to announce a much needed and wanted local market for the communities of Inglewood and Ramsay.
Presented by Kym Chi.

Thursday, August 23, 2012

—: Lets talk about a Better Alberta

Bridgeland Riverside Community Association (917 Centre Ave NE)
What is your idea on a better Alberta?
Join us and share your words and steps we need to take to make it happen.
Presented by Disability Action Hall.

Friday, August 31, 2012

—: Japan Dolphins Day 2012 - Calgary, Canada

Chinook Centre
Please help celebrate Japan Dolphins Day 2012 in Calgary, Canada.

On August 31, 2012 rallies and peaceful protests will be held in front of Japanese Embassies and Consulates worldwide. The events are to protest the September 1 start of the annual Taiji dolphin cull as seen in the Academy Award-winning documentary The Cove. The message is positive: Japan, let the dolphins live and be free!
Presented by Save Misty the Dolphin.

Saturday, September 1, 2012

: The 3rd Annual Calgary Dyke March

William Aberhart Park (24 Avenue & 2 Street SW)
DYKES TAKE 4th STREET!

People of all genders and sexual identities are welcome!
Presented by Calgary Dyke March.

Saturday, September 22, 2012

—: 2012 Walk for Farm Animals

Eau Claire Market
The Walk for Farm Animals raises vital funds for Farm Sanctuary’s lifesaving work and brings together thousands of people to change hearts and minds about farm animals. Will you join us in Calgary to support compassion for all?
Presented by Calgary Walk for Farm Animals.

Sunday, September 23, 2012

: Calgary Peace Run

Eau Claire Running Room
Consortium for Peace Studies at the University of Calgary in conjunction with the Project Ploughshares Calgary are the lead organizations for this unique running and walking event, designed to promote healthy lifestyles and to highlight the importance of peaceful relationships—locally, nationally, and globally.
Presented by Consortium for Peace Studies.

—: Calgary Peace Run

Eau Claire Market
Project Ploughshares Calgary in conjunction with the Consortium for Peace Studies at the University of Calgary are the lead organizations for this unique running and walking event, designed to promote healthy lifestyles and to highlight the importance of peaceful relationships—locally, nationally, and globally. As such, both Project Ploughshares and the Consortium for Peace Studies are pleased to have cdpeace, an organization based in Sierra Leone, as an additional partner.
Presented by Consortium for Peace Studies at the University of Calgary.

Saturday, October 27, 2012

to : Green Calgary Fall Festival - Celebrating Local Living and Giving!

Green Calgary
Green Calgary's LOCAL LIVING and GIVING Fall Festival will feature Calgary and area artisans showcasing their work. The evening festivities will include locally based food and refreshments, a silent auction featuring local art and products, talented local musicians, and more. LOCAL LIVING and GIVING promises to be an unforgettable occasion and an event like no other in Calgary.
Presented by Green Calgary.

Monday, November 5, 2012

—: The V March

Olympic Plaza / City Hall (800 Macleod Trail SE)
Remember, remember, the fifth of November...

A march! Don your masks, bandanas, suits, capes, and costumes!

We shall spread through the streets, shops and transit systems of the city of Calgary together! We shall bring with us messages of peace and awareness, and a reminder that no government has say over its people, if us as citizens, as individuals, and as humans on this planet, dissent against its fascist ways!