Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

February 13 (Snow date Feb 27) Artists and poets come together at the UCC Church in Bath for a “Draw-a-thon” where they will create images of how our war $$ could be used here in Maine. Artists and poets gather at 10:00 am and the community at-large is invited for the 5:00 pm pot luck supper and program featuring music and poetry. UCC church is located at 150 Congress Ave in Bath. Call for more info at 443-9502

Messengers needed to deliver art to legislative offices.

Please come and show your support Feb 19 State House, Maine capital.

Food Not Bombs

SATURDAY, FEB 13, (Snow date Saturday, February 27) 5:00 PM, UCC CHURCH (150 CONGRESS AVE), BATH

Think that we overspend on the military? Artists and poets are looking for new ways to visualize how we could spend the $2.5 billion that Maine taxpayers’ have spent on war!

“Poignant and stirring, The Thinking Heart leaves an indelible impression. The performers transform the essence of Etty’s rich inner and outer worlds as a chronicler of life.” — Robert Bernheim, Executive Director, Holocaust & Human Rights Center of Maine.

“The Thinking Heart”, an ensemble performance work in two voices, with cello, based on the writings of

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Malika: An Acholi Dance Group will perform at a program and benefit for the Haiti Project of Sacred Heart/St. Dominic’s Church on Monday, February 15, 2010 as part of a program about Haiti. The program is sponsored by the Center for African Heritage and the Social Justice and Peace Commission of Sacred Heart/St. Dominic’s Church. The program will be at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart/St. Dominic’s Church on the corner of Sherman and Mellen Streets in Portland.

Ann Johnson of the Haiti Project will speak about their work and her recent trip to Haiti.

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Stay Warm for Less Workshop Congresswoman Chellie Pingree invites you to a workshop in Westbrook on February 16 to help you save energy and money in your home or business

Meet the experts who can help you apply for cost-saving programs that will help you or your business save energy and money. Learn about easy, low-cost ways to save energy and money.

Date: Tuesday, February 16
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Location:
Westbrook Public Safety Building
570 Main Street
Westbrook, ME RSVP: 1-888-862-6500 or by email

Professionals at the workshop will include:

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Make It Happen Rally! Wednesday, February 17th @ 10 am. Join in support of solutions to the common challenges the campaigns for health care reform, immigration reform, job creation, and the Maine State Budget are facing.

Health Care is stalled, immigration reform is trying to get on the agenda, Obama’s job proposal looks mostly like a bunch of tax cuts, and after all these years of budget cuts revenue raising is still an unpopular idea in Augusta. All of this after an historic election in which we were promised change!

It’s time for our elected officials to MAKE IT HAPPEN!

BROWNBAGGER VIGIL

Wed., Feb. 17, Noon

Mike Michaud Office – Waterville

Chellie Pingree Office - Portland

Vigils at 40 congressional offices across the country protesting the funding of the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars

Join Maine and National organizations to ask Representatives Michaud and Pingree to stop the funding for these illegal and ineffective wars against countries that DID NOT attack America.

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Join CODEPINK, ARTISTS & POETS to CALL FOR SPENDING ON VISIONARY SOCIAL NEEDS!

Next Thursday, February 18, artists and poets will gather in the Hall of Flags at the State House in Augusta at 10 AM to offer a solution to drastic budget cuts being faced everywhere. Our message: overspending on military is the number one cause of the current fiscal crisis, and offers the best hope of a solution to funding problems across the board.

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Friends of Lynne Williams, Green Independent Party candidate for governor, are putting the fun back into fundraiser.

On Sunday, February 21, 2010, 3:00 TO 6:00 PM, at Maine Street Cabaret And Lounge on Rt#1 in the center of Ogunquit

WE’RE PUTTING THE FUN BACK INTO FUND RAISER!

Jazz Trio — “Soulful Circle,” Featuring Vocalist BB Sanford

Speakers: Lisa Savage, Bruce Gagnon and Lynne Williams

All Proceeds Benefit The Lynne Williams For Maine Governor Campaign

Join The Movement!

“Let’s Elect A Governor Who Works For The People, Not Big Business”

First Parish of Portland, Unitarian Universalist, 425 Congress Street, Portland, ME

Benefit concert for Partners In Health/Stand With Haiti

February 21st, Sunday, Doors open at 5:30, Concert; 6PM to 9:30PM

Portland’s First Parish UU hosts a benefit concert for the people of Haiti.

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Recently, members of Criminal Justice Committee heard from Mainers all across the state in support of LD 1611 at the public hearing for the bill. Next week, we’ll be back and you’re invited: attend the People of Conscience Day of Action on February 23rd from 9am - 12pm.

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Please join us for two public forums in February. The first will take place on February 11, 2010 at the Maine Historical Society from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, and the second on February 25, 2010 at Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue, 76 Noyes Street, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The purpose of these forums is to engage with the public and stakeholders about the thematic content of the art project, and what the community preferences and aspirations are for the site and the MLK recognition. This site has been created in order to provide specific

Join us for “FRESHthemovie”, potluck, and discussion presented at Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church 524 Allen Ave., Portlandon Friday, February 26th

Suggested donation of $5

6:00 Potluck - bring a dish celebrating local foods 7:00 Movie - childcare for all ages available* 8:15 Discussion

*Childcare includes optional activities relevant to the topic. Suggested donation of $5

· Scott Brown? So What! — Smart strategies from local campaigns. Workers in Massachusetts are fighting corporate greed using creative strategies and smart tactics. A panel of leaders from the Hyatt Regency boycott, the Angelica Laundry strike, hospital organizing campaigns and two airport organizing drives will kick off the morning discussion.

STATEWIDE MAINE PPEHRC MEETING ON FEBRUARY 27, 11 AM-3 PM, PLEASANT STREET METHODIST CHURCH, 61 PLEASANT ST., WATERVILLE. (See directions to the church below)

PLEASE COME AND HELP US PUT ECONOMIC HUMAN RIGHTS ON EVERYONE’S AGENDA IN MAINE

Some possible items for the meeting (based on regional meeting on January 23, more to be added at meeting)

1. Grant funds for Maine PPEHRC and what do we do with them + set up an account to keep the money. Also, can we pay for travel for people coming to meetings?

2. Brochure for Maine PPEHRC + logo for us

Saturday Feb 27: Annual Empty Bowl supper for Sacred Heart/St. Dominicks Haiti Projects. At Corner of Mellon and Sherman Sts. in Portland at 6:00 pm. Buy an empty bowl for $10 and it’s filled with hearty soups and good food.

Proceeds go to Haiti Project of Sacred Heart/St. Dominicks in Portland ME.

Robert Shetterly presents Americans Who Tell the Truth along with Voices for Peace

Feb. 27, 7-9 pm at the Grand Theatre in Ellsworth

The performance will benefit the Open Door Recovery Center, Ellsworth www.opendoorrecoverycenter.org

Who’s Got the Power?

Wednesday the 3rd, 6pm at the MPA Office, 565 Congress Street, Portland (the building marked “The Strand.”) We’re on the second floor at the back of the building!

We’ll have an open discussion circle starting at 5 pm, before the meeting.

We will discuss our progress in the statehouse, MPA’s strategic plan process, and plan for MPA LOBBY DAY…also this week on Thursday, March 4th!

Join in MPA’s biggest day of grassroots action all year!!!

Join the Maine People’s Alliance in our fight for a fair budget, clean environment, worker justice and universal health care at this all-day event in Augusta.

Carpool Meet-up: 7:30 am, Back Bay parking lot across from Hannaford’s in Portland.

For more info or to RSVP, contact Ali at ali [at] mainepeoplesalliance [dot] org or call 797-0967. No lobbying experience required—there will be training and lots of good company to guide you!

The ASERELA annual “Feast for the Children” will be on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception’s Guild Hall.

Aserela stands for the Association for the Acholi Association (a tribe in Southern Sudan) and proceeds will help fund a school they built.
Fundraising to support Aserela Maine School Project In Kit, Southern Sudan

An evening of traditional Sudanese food, dance, Songs Saturday March 6, 2010 at 5:00PM
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Guild Hall @ 307 Congress Street, Portland Maine 04101

Malika: A Sudanese Acholi Traditional Dance Troop

Live Music by Michael Okot

Help Haiti

Enjoy the Music

Learn the background of African cultures

Support the work of the Center for African Heritage

Saturday, March 6, 2010

The Station

272 St. John Street

(Inside Union Station Plaza)

Portland, Maine

Call 773-3466

Open at 7:00 p. m.

Program starts at 8:00 p. m.

Suggested Donation of $5.00

“Turning the World Upside Down” is to be held at the Curtis Memorial Library, Morrell Room, in Brunswick, ME

In 1838, Sarah and Angelina Grimke, daughters of a South Carolina slave owner, toured 70 northern cities to talk about the horrors and injustices of slavery. Their determined voices influenced the direction of the anti-slavery debate and planted the seeds of the future suffragist movement.

The dramatization is part of the series of International Women’s Day events planned by the Maine branch of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom and PeaceWorks.

Stay Warm for Less Workshop Congresswoman Chellie Pingree invites you to a workshop in Westbrook on March 8 to help you save energy and money in your home or business

Meet the experts who can help you apply for cost-saving programs that will help you or your business save energy and money. Learn about easy, low-cost ways to save energy and money.

Date: Monday, March 8 Time: 4-6 p.m. Location: Westbrook Public Safety Building 570 Main Street RSVP: 1-888-862-6500 or by email

Professionals at the workshop will include:

First Parish in Portland (Unitarian Universalist) at 425 Congress Street , Portland , Maine will commemorate International Women’s Day on Monday, March 8, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

International Women’s Day was first celebrated in 1911. The date was chosen to remember a rally staged in New York City by the women workers in the needle trades.

The rally led to the famous “Uprising of the Thirty Thousand”. The women were struggling not only to improve their working conditions, but to win the vote. International Women’s Day is celebrated in countries all over the world.

International Women’s Day Gala Celebration

By Christina Feller, Living With Peace

Maine Solar Energy Association (American Solar Energy Society)

Join the Maine Solar Energy Association in building a solar hot water collector. Solar thermal is where you get your most bang for your buck in Maine. These units are most commonly used as pre-heaters, but can be plumbed in a multitude of ways. We will build a collector from items which can mostly be found in a Downeast dooryard, discuss why the collector is designed the way it is, and how to plumb it. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring something to take notes. The completed unit will be for sale.

Maine Solar Energy Association (American Solar Energy Society)

April 11th - Standish Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Place: Bonney Eagle High School, 700 Saco Road, Standish, ME. Registration: $55.00.

Wear work clothes and bring a bag lunch. We eat together. To register or for more information, please call 207-929-9185

MAIN Statewide Monthly Meeting
Thursday, March 11, 2010
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
at Maine Equal Justice Partners, 126 Sewall St., Augusta (directions below)

Please sign the Maine Can Do Better petition opposing harmful budget cuts. http://www.mainecandobetter.org/index.php?id=20

Agenda

Agenda item times may change depending on when presenters are available.

Introductions & Announcements: 10:00 AM

Saturday, 8:30 am-4 pm March 13, 2010 (Snow date: March 14)

Pine Tree State Arboretum, 153 Hospital St., Augusta

For more information Larry Dansinger, ROSC, (207) 525-7776 or rosc [at] psouth [dot] net

Why a Day to Learn about Nonviolence?

In a world filled with violence, how can we offer a different way to address problems and resolve conflicts?