Category Archives: Local Events

Democracy for America Training Academy Coming to Des Moines, Iowa

Posted on January 13, 2009 by Trish Nelson

DFA Training Academy Coming to Des Moines Democracy for America Training AcademyFebruary 28-March 1, 2009DMACC Urban/Des Moines Campus Register here (left sidebar) or here  The DFIA group in 2005 at a statewide meeting w/Jim Dean. I have attended two DFA … Continue reading →

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Jim Hightower to speak to American Corn Growers in Coralville

Posted on January 3, 2009 by Trish Nelson

Jim Hightower to be Keynote Speaker at American Corn Growers Association Convention in Coralville ACGA.Org The American Corn Growers Association (ACGA) announces its 22nd Annual Convention in Coralville, IA, January 15-16, 2009 at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center.  Straight … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Iowa: Statewide Events Aim to Make Gay Marriage a Reality

Posted on December 6, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Spotlight on Iowa: Statewide Events Aim to Make Gay Marriage a Reality One IowaIowa is poised to take the national spotlight this December! As the Varnum v. Brien case for marriage equality goes before the Iowa Supreme Court, join us … Continue reading →

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Call in to Fallon and Heuss Radio Show Thursday and Friday

Posted on November 27, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Call in to Fallon and Heuss Radio Show Thursday and Friday Lynn Heuss and Ed FallonIt’s important to confront head-on the serious problems facing our country and our planet.  While we’re all eager to see what Obama will do to … Continue reading →

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Native American March Set for This Morning in Sioux City

Posted on November 26, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Native American March Set for This Morning in Sioux City Sioux City JournalThis morning, the sixth annual Native American Memorial March is set to take place. Frank LaMere, local Native American activist, said marching from South Sioux City, Nebraska, to … Continue reading →

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Public Human Rights Forum Dec. 10 in Cedar Falls

Posted on November 21, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Public Human Rights Forum Dec. 10 in Cedar Falls A public forum on Human Rights will be held Wednesday, December 10, from 7:00 – 8:30 PM at the Area Education Agency 267, conference room G, 3712 Cedar Heights Drive in … Continue reading →

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Oxfam, 1Sky Host Town Hall Meeting to Confront Climate Change – Ames, Nov. 3

Posted on November 1, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Oxfam, 1Sky Host Town Hall Meeting to Confront Climate Change – Ames, Nov. 3 WHAT: The band, O.A.R. (Of a Revolution), will host a town hall meeting with Oxfam America and 1Sky, to discuss climate change with young people on … Continue reading →

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OK, NOW McCain’s Iowa Strategy is Clear (Not Really, But Look at this Photo!)

Posted on October 23, 2008 by bfialindathieman

OK, NOW McCain's Iowa Strategy is Clear (Not Really, But Look at this Photo!) by Linda ThiemanSarah Palin's comin' to Sioux City this weekend.  I'm supposin' that means Woodbury County is one of the “pro-America” parts of America.  I'm guessin' … Continue reading →

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Iowa Events: Find Volunteer Opportunities in Your Area

Posted on October 21, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Events: Find Volunteer Opportunities in Your Area Go here and then click on Find Events.Here are just a few of the many Iowa events listed for this week. Vote Early for Change! It's Easy!! (Early Voting Event)The Broadway Neighborhood … Continue reading →

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Early Vote Rally with Howard Dean in Clinton, CR, Davenport and UNI October 15th and 16th

Posted on October 15, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Early Vote Rally with Howard Dean in Clinton, CR, Davenport and UNI October 15th and 16th Must RSVP to attend in Clinton!MAKE IT EASY ON YOURSELF – VOTE EARLY EITHER BY MAIL OR AT THE CLINTON COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICENational Democratic … Continue reading →

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