Category Archives: Local Events

Controversial Rabbi Michael Lerner to Speak at Spiritual Progressives Conference Nov. 3rd in the Quad Cities

Posted on October 23, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Controversial Rabbi Michael Lerner to Speak at Spiritual Progressives Conference Nov. 3rd in the Quad Cities By James Lee As the Election Season closes in on the Quad Cities, people are looking at the vast challenges facing our country and … Continue reading →

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“…THE film about Hurricane Katrina” DESERT BAYOU opens 10/19 in Des Moines

Posted on October 15, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

“…THE film about Hurricane Katrina” DESERT BAYOU opens 10/19 in Des Moines By Cinema Libre Studio The Hurricane Katrina story that you haven’t heard…. On Friday 10/19, Alex LeMay's powerful new documentary, 'Desert Bayou,' opens in Des Moines, IA at … Continue reading →

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AAI President James Zogby to Speak Across Iowa on U.S. Policy in the Middle East and What Iowans Can Do About It

Posted on September 21, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

AAI President James Zogby to Speak Across Iowa on U.S. Policy in the Middle East and What Iowans Can Do About It: Lecture Series to Hit Major Iowa Colleges, Universities Next Week By Andy Sabino                                                            Arab American Institute (AAI) President … Continue reading →

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“Tell the Truth” Picket & Rally

Posted on September 13, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

DFA National Action: Ask the Media to “Tell the Truth” about the War The following Media Advisory was sent to all local media in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas of Eastern Iowa: Scheduled Event — Davenport, IA   Event:        “Tell the Truth” … Continue reading →

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PACG Fall Summit – Spiritual Progressives Conference

Posted on September 9, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Progressive Action for the Common Good – Quad Cities Fall Summit Spiritual Progressives Conference Theme: Living Our Faith:  Integrating Values & Politics in the Heartland Friday – Saturday, November 2 & 3, 2007First Congregational Church – United Church of Christ2201 … Continue reading →

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Rove, Romney & Gouliani

Posted on August 14, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Rove, Romney & Ghouliani by Propagandee August 13, 2007 When pro-war Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney was asked if any of his five sons had volunteered for military service, he replied that they were showing their support “for our nation by…helping … Continue reading →

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The YearlyKos Made Me Vomit

Posted on August 7, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

The YearlyKos Made Me Vomit By Rachel Griffiths Frantically I pulled over to the side of the road, got out of the car and vomited.  Less than an hour ago I had been excitedly talking, laughing, cheering and learning at … Continue reading →

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Hiroshima, the pictures they didn’t want us to see :

Posted on July 27, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Hiroshima, the pictures they didn't want us to see By Frank Cordaro The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki killed about 250.000 people and became the most dreadful slaughter of civilians in modern history. However, for many years there was … Continue reading →

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Rock for Peace on July 28

Posted on July 27, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Rock For Peace By Frank CordaroOn July 28th, the Rock for Peace Concert will be at the House of Bricks (E.6th and Grand). The concert will run from 5pm to midnight.Local comedian, Doug Stone will emcee.The concert will feature local … Continue reading →

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Self Defense Class To Begin in Iowa City

Posted on July 25, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Self Defense Class To Begin in Iowa City By Karen Kubby The Johnson County Coalition of People with Disabilities is trying to raise money to fund a self-defense class for 7-10 people.  Students meet twice a week for a year.  … Continue reading →

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