Peace & Justice Calendar - Starting August 10

For details on the following events scroll down:

* August 10 (Thursday): Torn Apart - CEASEFIRE: readings ...words, sounds, for peace in the Middle East in Sagaponack starting 6:30pm

* August 13, 20, 27 (Sundays): Vigil for Cease Fire in Lebanon, Gaza, End to Occupations of Iraq, Palestine

* August 17 (Thursday): Film - "Crash" and Discussion in Southampton at 7 pm

* August 19 (Saturday): A Day of Youth Celebration of Diversity in East Hampton 3 to 7 pm

* August 22 (Tuesday): Southampton Town Board Hearing on Development on Shinnecock Bay Property at 1pm

* August 23(Wednesday) Homeowner's Tax Reform Commission Holds Public Hearing 12:30pm in Riverhead

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Repeating Events:

( see Counter-Recruiting for listing of weekly and monthly demonstrations)

* Sunday Nights: "Bush is a Liar Choir" rehearses in Lindenhurst from 7 to 9pm

* Every Thursday evening - Book Study Group in Water Mill at 6:30

* "Herstory" Writing Workshops on Wednesdays in Farmingville (Spanish and English) 3 to 5 pm and Thursdays in Spanish only in East Hampton at 7 pm

* Second Tuesday of Month: South Fork Chapter of LI Progressive Coalition Meets in Water Mill at 6:30 pm

Details Follow:

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August 10 (Thursday): Torn Apart - CEASEFIRE: readings ...words, sounds for peace in the Middle East in Sagaponack starting 6:30pm

see "Torn Apart- Ceasefire" in the East End Report above
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August 13, 20, 27 (Sundays): Vigil for End of Occupations of Palestine and Iraq and a Cease Fire in Lebanon - in Bridgehampton or Sag Harbor at 5pm

East End Women in Black continue their long running vigil this Sunday August 13 at 5pm at the Bridgehampton monument, Route 27 and Ocean Road.

There will be a weekly vigil each Sunday at 5pm in Bridgehampton (Aug 13, 27) and in Sag Harbor (August 20). August is the 4th anniversary of East End Women in Black.

More Info: www.eewib.blogspot.com or 631-831-4966

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August 17 (Thursday): Film - "Crash" and Discussion in Southampton at 7 pm

How do we (mis)understand, (mis)judge, & (mis)treat each other?

The Southampton Anti-Bias Task Force presents an evening screening and community discussion of the film “CRASH”.

The film is a fast-paced urban drama, portrays the emotional collisions of a group of diverse Los Angeles residents - whites, blacks, Latinos, Koreans, Iranians, cops, criminals, the rich, the poor, the powerful, powerless. All are defined in one way or another by racism.

The film’s director and screenwriter is Paul Haggis, and the cast includes Sandra Bullock,
Matt Dillon, Don Cheadle, Jennifer Esposito, and Brendan Fraser.

The film will be followed by a facilitated discussion.

It will be shown at the Southampton High School Auditorium at 7pm on August 17.

For More information, contact

Mark Seidler at 631.513.2619; markuso@verizon.net
or Bob Schepps: bialyguy@aol.com

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August 19 (Saturday): A Day of Youth Celebration of Diversity in Bridgehampton from 3 to 7 pm


Of the Youth, by the Youth, for the Youth / De La Juventud, Por La Juventud, Para La Juventud:

We are planning a day of vibrant celebration! Through music, poetry, photography, painting, etc. this youth-led event will showcase the powerful capabilities of the youth community on the east end of Long Island.

It is our hope that by bringing together the lively expression of various ages, ethnicities and social groups within the community, we will demonstrate the realities of youth today.

Diversity is the key to success for all species.

Join us Saturday August 19 from 3 to 7 pm at the field next to Carvel and across Route 27 from the Bridgehampton Commons.

Contact: youthsoul06@yahoo.com or 631-512-2808 or 917-881-3355.
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August 22 (Tuesday): Southampton Town Board Hearing on Development of Shinnecock Bay Property at 1pm

On the agenda of the Town Board is a hearing on the application of Robert Romeo for variances in connection with the development of a hillside site overlooking Shinnecock Bay and bordered by Montauk Highway and Peconic Road. The site is believed to be a native burial ground and is ecologically sensitive. Efforts are underway to buy the property from the developer should the Town not approve the development. Funds from the Southampton Community Preservation Fund and other sources would be used.

for more information contact: Lisa Votino-Tarrant at lmvotino@opotonline.net

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August 23(Wednesday) Homeowner's Tax Reform Commission Holds Public Hearing 12:30pm in Riverhead


The Homeowner's Tax Reform Commission was formed to examine alternatives to the real estate tax for funding public shools. The Commission will meet in Riverhead County Center at 10am and will hold a public hearing at 12:30 pm in the Maxine Postal Auditorium at the Suffolk Legislature building.

More information: Lisa Tyson at the Long Island Progressive Coalition
lisa@lipc.org or 516-541-1006
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Repeating Events:

See Suffolk Peace Vigils for a complete list of weekly and monthly vigils.
See Counter Recruiting Schedule for a listing of weekly and monthly demonstrations.
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Sunday nights from 7:00 to 9:00 in Lindenhurst: wants you to join their political action singing group.

Participate in songs regarding environment, anti-war, labor, multiculturalism, civil rights, and other issues. Sing historic songs of struggle and social change. Explore the role of music in political movements. Experience singing musical arrangements, in four part harmony.

Perform these songs for others. Contribute to the progressive movement while becoming culturally enriched. If you've ever wanted to be in a singing group, now is your chance! Experienced and non-experienced singers are welcome. All we ask is that you are able to sing on pitch.

Rehearsals take place, Sunday nights from 7:00 to 9:00 in Lindenhurst.

Anyone interested, please call Lisa Fishbein at: (631) 957-4954
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Thursday evening Book Study Group in Water Mill at 6:30 pm

The group meets at the Lutheran Church at Hayground Road and Montauk Highway on Thursdays at 6:30pmContact Pastor Vita at 631-537-1187 or pastorvita(at)verizon(dot)net
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"Herstory" Writing Workshops in Spanish and English

Mondays in Farmingville:

Herstory Writers Workshop meets every Monday afternoon at the Farmingville branch of the Workplace Project from 3 to 5. Both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking women come together to share and shape their life experiences through memoir writing. The workshop is conducted in both English and Spanish.

Call 631-723-0150 for more information and directions to the center.

Thursdays in East Hampton:

Every Thursday Spanish-speaking women come together to share their writing with one another and receive feedback on how to structure and shape their lifewriting.

The East Hampton workshop is open to East Hampton Town residents and is conducted entirely in SpanishIt meets every Thursday, 7-9 p.m., at the Senior Citizens Center, 128 Springs-Fireplace Road.Call 631-723-0150 for more information.
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Second Tuesday each month:

South Fork Chapter - LI Progressive Coalition Meets in Water Mill at 6:30pm The regular monthly meeting of the South Fork chapter of the Progressive Coalition is at 6:30pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway & Hayground Rd. between Water Mill and Bridgehampton.

Info: 516-541-1006, ext.55 or www dot lipc dot org
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