* June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
* June 26(Sunday): Monthly Memorial Candlelight Vigil in Patchogue at 8pm
* June 28(Tuesday): Discussion on Tikkun's Network of Spritual Progressives in East Moriches at 7pm
* June 28(Tuesday): "Are You Ready?" Military Recruiting Forum in Bayshore at 7:15 pm.
* June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
* July 23(Saturday): Reading: "The End of the Hamptons: Scenes from the Class Struggle in America's Paradise" in Sag Harbor, 6 pm
* Repeating Events: "Herstory" Writing Workshops in English and Spanish: Thursdays in East Hampton at 7 pm
Details follow:
June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
On Thursday, June 23 at 7:30, over twenty congregations and organizations in Suffolk County will join together for what they hope will be a powerful force for social justice on Long Island. The event will be at the First Baptist Church, 1018 Northville Turnpike in Riverhead.
Member organizations of LION will commit to be in relationship with one another, to form core teams trained to act for justice and to create a community of people who actively participate in the democratic process.
LION is a multi-ethnic, multi-racial, interfaith affiliate of the Gamaliel Foundation. LION joins its sister Gamaliel organizations in the US and in South Africa to act strategically on issues of economic equity and equality. Gamaliel affiliates have championed such legislative reforms as treatment-instead-of-prison, affordable housing, accessible health care, living wages, and earned citizenship.
For more information contact the Rev. Rose Ann Vita, President of LION and Pastor of the Incarnation Lutheran Church in Bridghampton. 631-537-1187
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June 26(Sunday): Monthly Memorial Candlelight Vigil in Patchogue at 8pm.
The monthly Memorial Candlelight Vigil in Patchogue will be Sunday, June 26 at 8:00 pm at
the Four Corners (where Ocean Ave. crosses Main Street). A reading of the names of some of those killed in the Iraqi conflict will Be read.
More Info: Dennis at dmu7@optonline.net
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June 28(Tuesday): Discussion - Tikkun Network of Spritual Progressives in East Moriches at 7pm
Simone Richmond will discuss the Network of Spiritual Progressives, a project of the Tikkun Community at the First Presbyterian Church of East Moriches at 7pm.
The aim of the Network is "to gather those whose social justice work is rooted in their faith to revive the spiritual values and political momentum of the civil rights movement."
The church whose pastor is the Rev. Holly Haile Davis is at 387 Montauk Highway in East Moriches.
For more information: call 631-878-1144
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June 28(Tuesday): "Are You Ready?" Military Recruiting Forum in Bayshore at 7:15 pm.
"Are You Ready?" a forum hosted by the Counter Military Recruiting Committee of the Suffolk Peace Network will be held on Tuesday, June 28th at 7:15 pm at the Bayshore/Brightwaters Library, One South Country Rd. (south side of Montauk Hwy.), Brightwaters.
We will discuss such topics as the Selective Service Law (NYS now requires one to register in order to apply for a drivers permit or license) and the option to register as a Conscientious Objector.
Open to all concerned citizens, free admission, light refreshments. For more info, call 631-875-8647 or email spncr@active.ws
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June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
A talk in the series Religion and Ethics: "Teaching from Our Hearts: Young Adults and Environmental Spirituality" by Prof. Peter Maniscalco at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway at Hayground Road, Bridgehampton.Contact (631) 537-1187 pastorvita@fnol.net
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July 23(Saturday): Reading: "The End of the Hamptons: Scenes from the Class Struggle in America's Paradise" in Sag Harbor, 6 pm
Author Corey Dolgon, former Southampton College sociologist reads from his book "The End of the Hamptons: Scenes from the Class Struggle in America´s Paradise" at Canio's Books, 290 Main St. in Sag Harbor
More info at 631-725-4925
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Repeating Events:
"Herstory" Writing Workshops in Spanish and English: Thursdays in East Hampton
Every Thursday 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. Itmeets every Thursday, 7-9 p.m., at the Senior Citizens Center, 128Springs-Fireplace Road.
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Send event listings for next week's report to
eastendreport@optonline.net
by 5 pm next Tuesday.
Plain old text would be appreciated!
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Week of June 16, 2005
In this week's report:
Accused in Montauk Hate Crime Negotiating Plea, Enrolls in "Stop Bias" Class
Counter Military Recruiters Flyer High Schools
Peace & Justice Calendar
Suffolk Peace Vigils
Public Access TV on Eastern Long Island
Peace & Justice Organizations
The complete East End Report is now at www.eastendrep.blogspot.com
Also see
www dot spv dot active dot ws
for links to the
Suffolk Peace Network Counter Military Recruiting Committee
and much more.
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Demand an Exit Strategy for Iraq
Tell Your Congressman to Support HR. Con. Res 35
See www dot demaction dot org
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The East End Report is heard on Bill McNulty's"Lunch on Thursday" 12N, Thursday WUSB
Stony Brook 90.1 FM and WUSB.org
East End Report excerpts on Jim Krivo's Long Island Report Wednesdays 6:45am on 'Wake Up Call' WBAI 99.5 FM NYC and WBAI.org
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The East End Report is compiled by Tony Ernst.
Comments and corrections should be sent to eastendreport@optonline.net
Accused in Montauk Hate Crime Negotiating Plea, Enrolls in "Stop Bias" Class
Counter Military Recruiters Flyer High Schools
Peace & Justice Calendar
Suffolk Peace Vigils
Public Access TV on Eastern Long Island
Peace & Justice Organizations
The complete East End Report is now at www.eastendrep.blogspot.com
Also see
www dot spv dot active dot ws
for links to the
Suffolk Peace Network Counter Military Recruiting Committee
and much more.
___________________________________________________________
Demand an Exit Strategy for Iraq
Tell Your Congressman to Support HR. Con. Res 35
See www dot demaction dot org
______________________________________________
The East End Report is heard on Bill McNulty's"Lunch on Thursday" 12N, Thursday WUSB
Stony Brook 90.1 FM and WUSB.org
East End Report excerpts on Jim Krivo's Long Island Report Wednesdays 6:45am on 'Wake Up Call' WBAI 99.5 FM NYC and WBAI.org
_______________________________________
The East End Report is compiled by Tony Ernst.
Comments and corrections should be sent to eastendreport@optonline.net
Attacker in Hate Crime Negotiating Plea - Taking "Stop Bias" Class
The accused in the Montauk beating of a popular local Latino leader has enrolled in a class normally taken by people convicted of hate crimes.
Mark Dombrowski was charged with third degree assault and a hate crime as a result of the beating of Luis Ochoa in April.
According to Rabbi Steven Moss, the Suffolk Commissioner of Human Rights Mr. Dombrowski has enrolled in a "Stop Bias" class.
The accused attacker previously denied accounts by the alleged victim and witnesses that he beat Ochoa while using racial slurs.
Dombrowski is said to be in the process of negotiating a plea with the Suffolk District Attorney's office.
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This news item was prepared for broadcast on WPKM 88.7 Montauk / WPKN 89.5 Bridgeport. Listen for East End News at 6:30 pm M-F on WPKN or WPKM.
Mark Dombrowski was charged with third degree assault and a hate crime as a result of the beating of Luis Ochoa in April.
According to Rabbi Steven Moss, the Suffolk Commissioner of Human Rights Mr. Dombrowski has enrolled in a "Stop Bias" class.
The accused attacker previously denied accounts by the alleged victim and witnesses that he beat Ochoa while using racial slurs.
Dombrowski is said to be in the process of negotiating a plea with the Suffolk District Attorney's office.
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This news item was prepared for broadcast on WPKM 88.7 Montauk / WPKN 89.5 Bridgeport. Listen for East End News at 6:30 pm M-F on WPKN or WPKM.
June 13-17: Flyer Your High School Week
The Counter Recruiting Committee of the Suffolk Peace Network is Celebrating Flyer Your High School Week
Greetings fellow Counter-recruiters! from June 13-17, Let's Flyer Our Local High Schools!
Go to your local high school with 1 or 2 other people, for about 30 mins to an hour as the students get out. It is a testing week, so make sure you check the bus schedule. We will be developing a flyer that deals with recruiters in the schools, the opt out option and the ASVAB test. Most importanly, for juniors and seniors, information for them regarding mandatory Selective Service registration upon filling out their driver's permit and license application.
Please let us know where you will be flyering during "Flyer Your High School Week". We Need Your Reply!
Call Karen 631-875-8647 or email Matt at Jonnydoe1492@hotmail.com
Greetings fellow Counter-recruiters! from June 13-17, Let's Flyer Our Local High Schools!
Go to your local high school with 1 or 2 other people, for about 30 mins to an hour as the students get out. It is a testing week, so make sure you check the bus schedule. We will be developing a flyer that deals with recruiters in the schools, the opt out option and the ASVAB test. Most importanly, for juniors and seniors, information for them regarding mandatory Selective Service registration upon filling out their driver's permit and license application.
Please let us know where you will be flyering during "Flyer Your High School Week". We Need Your Reply!
Call Karen 631-875-8647 or email Matt at Jonnydoe1492@hotmail.com
Peace & Justice Calendar Starting June 15
* June 15(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
* June 16(Thursday): Bill of Rights Defense Committee Meets in Southampton at 7pm
* June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
* June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
* Repeating Events: "Herstory" Writing Workshops in English and Spanish: Thursdays in East Hampton at 7 pm
Details follow:
June 15(Wednesday): Religion & Ethics series - Talk in Bridgehampton at 7:30 pm
A talk by Ana Garcia Ashley of the Gamaliel Foundation "Jesus and Nonviolence: A Third Way" at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway at Hayground Road, Bridgehampton.
Contact (631) 537-1187 pastorvita@fnol.net
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June 16(Thursday): Bill of Rights Defense Committee Meets in Southampton at 7pm
The local group working to defeat the un-constitutional Patriot Act meets Thursday June 16 at the United Methodist Church on Main St. at Post Crossing in Southampton at 7pm. This is a part of a county-wide effort by the Suffolk Bill of Rights Defense Committee.contact: Jim Henry at jhenry@sagharbor.com or Michael O'Neill at leoneill@optonline.net
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June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
On Thursday, June 23 at 7:30, over twenty congregations and organizations in Suffolk County will join together for what they hope will be a powerful force for social justice on Long Island. The event will be at the First Baptist Church, 1018 Northville Turnpike in Riverhead.
Member organizations of LION will commit to be in relationship with one another, to form core teams trained to act for justice and to create a community of people who actively participate in the democratic process.
LION is a multi-ethnic, multi-racial, interfaith affiliate of the Gamaliel Foundation. LION joins its sister Gamaliel organizations in the US and in South Africa to act strategically on issues of economic equity and equality. Gamaliel affiliates have championed such legislative reforms as treatment-instead-of-prison, affordable housing, accessible health care, living wages, and earned citizenship.
For more information contact the Rev. Rose Ann Vita, President of LION and Pastor of the Incarnation Lutheran Church in Bridghampton. 631-537-1187
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June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
A talk in the series Religion and Ethics: "Teaching from Our Hearts: Young Adults and Environmental Spirituality" by Prof. Peter Maniscalco at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway at Hayground Road, Bridgehampton.Contact (631) 537-1187 pastorvita@fnol.net
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Repeating Events: "Herstory" Writing Workshops in Spanish and English: Thursdays in East Hampton
Every Thursday 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. Itmeets every Thursday, 7-9 p.m., at the Senior Citizens Center, 128Springs-Fireplace Road.
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Send event listings for next week's report to
eastendreport@optonline.net
by 5 pm next Tuesday.
Plain old text would be appreciated!______________________________________________________________________________________________________
* June 16(Thursday): Bill of Rights Defense Committee Meets in Southampton at 7pm
* June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
* June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
* Repeating Events: "Herstory" Writing Workshops in English and Spanish: Thursdays in East Hampton at 7 pm
Details follow:
June 15(Wednesday): Religion & Ethics series - Talk in Bridgehampton at 7:30 pm
A talk by Ana Garcia Ashley of the Gamaliel Foundation "Jesus and Nonviolence: A Third Way" at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway at Hayground Road, Bridgehampton.
Contact (631) 537-1187 pastorvita@fnol.net
___________________________________________________
June 16(Thursday): Bill of Rights Defense Committee Meets in Southampton at 7pm
The local group working to defeat the un-constitutional Patriot Act meets Thursday June 16 at the United Methodist Church on Main St. at Post Crossing in Southampton at 7pm. This is a part of a county-wide effort by the Suffolk Bill of Rights Defense Committee.contact: Jim Henry at jhenry@sagharbor.com or Michael O'Neill at leoneill@optonline.net
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June 23 (Thursday): Long Island Organizing Network (LION) Founding Event in Riverhead at 7:30pm
On Thursday, June 23 at 7:30, over twenty congregations and organizations in Suffolk County will join together for what they hope will be a powerful force for social justice on Long Island. The event will be at the First Baptist Church, 1018 Northville Turnpike in Riverhead.
Member organizations of LION will commit to be in relationship with one another, to form core teams trained to act for justice and to create a community of people who actively participate in the democratic process.
LION is a multi-ethnic, multi-racial, interfaith affiliate of the Gamaliel Foundation. LION joins its sister Gamaliel organizations in the US and in South Africa to act strategically on issues of economic equity and equality. Gamaliel affiliates have championed such legislative reforms as treatment-instead-of-prison, affordable housing, accessible health care, living wages, and earned citizenship.
For more information contact the Rev. Rose Ann Vita, President of LION and Pastor of the Incarnation Lutheran Church in Bridghampton. 631-537-1187
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June 29(Wednesday): Religion and Ethics Series - Talk By Peter Maniscalco in Bridgehampton at 7:30pm
A talk in the series Religion and Ethics: "Teaching from Our Hearts: Young Adults and Environmental Spirituality" by Prof. Peter Maniscalco at the Incarnation Lutheran Church on Montauk Highway at Hayground Road, Bridgehampton.Contact (631) 537-1187 pastorvita@fnol.net
___________________________________________________
Repeating Events: "Herstory" Writing Workshops in Spanish and English: Thursdays in East Hampton
Every Thursday 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. Itmeets every Thursday, 7-9 p.m., at the Senior Citizens Center, 128Springs-Fireplace Road.
___________________________________________________
Send event listings for next week's report to
eastendreport@optonline.net
by 5 pm next Tuesday.
Plain old text would be appreciated!______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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