activism
Working with People on the Midst of Violence in Northern Iraq
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesHear more about the current situation in Iraq, the work of local people working for justice and peace, and how civilians are affected by Turkish and Iranian Military bombing of their villages. Recently back from her summer in the Kurdish region of northern Iraq, Peggy will share stories of local people living in the midst... Read More
Showing Up for Racial Justice October General Meeting
Athens Public Library 30 Home St, Athens, OH, United StatesShowing Up for Racial Justice of Southeast Ohio will hold its October General Meeting Monday, October 22, 6:30-8:30pm, in the Meeting Room of the Athens Public Library. The meeting will feature a Racial Justice Roundtable group conversation with representatives of organizations that support the efforts and interests of local people and communities of color. Childcare... Read More
Women’s March – Athens
The 2019 Women's March in Athens will be held on Saturday, January 19th, from 1 - 3 pm. Speakers will kick off the rally at Scripps Amphitheater. Marchers will walk, sing, and make our voices heard up Court St., where additional leaders and activists will share their message. The March will culminate at Howard Green... Read More
Global Climate Strike-Athens
Village Bakery 268 E State St, Athens, OH, United StatesUnplug, disrupt, divest, and focus on people power! People and organizations around Athens fighting climate change with action will connect with others who care, to share ideas and strategies. Bring a bike, a blank t-shirt, a shovel, and a handful of spare change (if you want to, for a fun donation game) and something to... Read More
Beat Climate Change Coffee House
First Unitarian Universalist Society of Marietta, social hall Third and Putnam, Marietta, OH, United StatesGet your inner beatnik on! Climate Change Theatre Action's original plays presented Readers' Theater-style. Calling all poets and musicians! Open mic for poetry and music--sign up to present. Climate change-themed work welcomed but not required. Climate Action Information Table Taking Climate Action opportunities Coffee, Tea and Snacks Admission by donation
MLK Day of Service with Rural Action AmeriCorps
United Campus Ministry 18 N. College St., Athens, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action AmeriCorps members for a Day of Service on Martin Luther King Jr Day, Monday January 20th. We will march together in the MLK Silent March starting at 10:30 a.m. and meet back at UCM: Center for Spiritual Growth and Social Justice (18 N. College Street, Athens) at 11:30 for a provided lunch... Read More
Belly Dancing Workshop
YMCA of Parkersburg 1800 30th Street, Parkersburg, WV, United StatesBelly dancing is a great way to have fun, learn something new about yourself and other cultures, express yourself artistically, all in a relaxed, accepting, and supportive environment. Now, you can learn to belly dance in our workshop taught by Certified Belly Dancing Instructor, Jewels Whitley. Why try the Belly Dancing Workshop? • Burn calories... Read More
The Borgen Project Informational Event
Zoom event OhioThis will be an information event about a nonprofit organization called The Borgen Project. It will be hosted on Zoom (see meeting details and URL below). The Borgen Project is a nonprofit that advocates for ending global poverty through advocacy. We focus on getting people to contact Congress in support of poverty-reducing legislation related to... Read More
The Borgen Project Informational Event
Online/virtualThis will be an information event about a nonprofit organization called The Borgen Project. It will be hosted on Zoom (see meeting details and URL below). The Borgen Project is a nonprofit that advocates for ending global poverty through advocacy. We focus on getting people to contact Congress in support of poverty-reducing legislation related to... Read More
Stop the Money Pipeline
18 North College Street, Athens OH 45701 18 North College Street, Athens, OH, United StatesProtesting is only ONE way to stop the banks that are funding fossil fuels. Come and find out what others are doing and how you can help!