Category Archives: Local Events

JULY 19 SEMINAR LOOKS AT SUCCESSFUL FARMER-OWNED FOOD DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS

Posted on July 17, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

JULY 19 SEMINAR LOOKS AT SUCCESSFUL FARMER-OWNED FOOD DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS By Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture is hosting a seminar on Thursday, July 19, featuring the managers of two successful farmer-owned cooperatives that distribute … Continue reading →

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PCCI Forwards and Announcements

Posted on June 22, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

PCCI Forwards and Announcements By PCCI 1) Rev. James Lawson will be in Des Moines Friday, July 13 to speak at the Hotel Fort Des Moines (10th & Walnut, downtown Des Moines), beginning at 8 pm. Lawson is an internationally … Continue reading →

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CLINIC OFFERS 16TH ANNUAL BISEXUAL, LESBIAN, TRANSGENDER WOMEN’S HEALTH NIGHT

Posted on June 19, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

CLINIC OFFERS 16TH ANNUAL BISEXUAL, LESBIAN, TRANSGENDER WOMEN'S HEALTH NIGHT By Karen Kubby The Emma Goldman Clinic is proud to participate in Pride Month Activities with its 16th Annual Bisexual, Lesbian, and Transgendered Women's Health Care Night. On Thursday, June … Continue reading →

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The Progressive Iowa Network Organizing Summit

Posted on June 7, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

The Progressive Iowa NetworkOrganizing Summit Saturday, June 9, 2007 Iowa City Public Library123 S. Linn St.Iowa City, IA 52240 9 AM – 3PMAgenda:1.    Welcome2.    Introductions3.    Why a Progressive Network is important for Iowa4.    Democracy for America – Support for Iowa’s … Continue reading →

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Establishing our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Update

Posted on June 4, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Establishing our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Update By Caroline VernonThis Saturday, June 9th, progressive leaders, legislators and activists from various organizations across Iowa will come together for the first DFA-Iowa Networking Summit. We will be gathering at the Iowa … Continue reading →

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Establishing Our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Mark the Date!

Posted on May 16, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Establishing our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Mark the Date! By Caroline Vernon On Saturday, June 9th, progressive leaders, activists and legislators from across the state will converge on Iowa City for our first 2007 Democracy for Iowa Organizing Summit.  We … Continue reading →

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Senator Grassley, Protect Medicare Beneficiaries, NOT Drug Company Profits!

Posted on May 12, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Senator Grassley, Protect Medicare Beneficiaries, NOT Drug Company Profits! By Caroline VernonOn Thursday, May 10th, a coalition of concerned citizens representing various organizations came together to hold a press conference in front of Senator Charles Grassley’s downtown Davenport office. The … Continue reading →

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“Our Common Values Workshop” to be Held in Cedar Rapids

Posted on May 9, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

“Our Common Values Workshop” to be Held in Cedar Rapids By Sue AstleyEver felt like your highest values – justice, equality, the common good – have somehow gone missing from mainstream political conversation?Ever noticed that some core right-wing ideas have … Continue reading →

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Urgent Action Needed – Call on VOICE Monday, March 26th!

Posted on March 26, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Urgent Action Needed – Call on VOICE – Monday, March 26th! From Progressive Action for the Common Good http://www.qcprogressiveaction.org   As many of you may know, PACG has put out many calls to action on VOICE – Voter Owned Iowa Clean … Continue reading →

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Senator Tom Harkin to Address Local Foods Conference

Posted on February 1, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Senator Tom Harkin to Address Local Foods Conference By Matt Russell Iowans Gather to Shape Future of Food in Iowa Farmers, consumers, educators, public health professionals, and students will join policy makers in a discussion about the future of Iowa … Continue reading →

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