ICPJ Events
Bring it Back, Take it Forward
Friday, March 12 to Sunday, March 14 –Join activists from a variety of areas and expereinces to celebrate 50 Years of activism in Ann Arbor at the Bring it Back, Take it Forward conference at the University of Michigan. Visit the conference website for schedule and details.
A Nuclear Free Middle East
Gathering for Peace in Iraq
2010 ICPJ Annual Meeting – “Many Issues, Many People, One Movement: Building a Diverse and Effective Movement For Progressive Change.”
Sunday, March 21st, 6:30 P.M. – Connect with other members of the peace community, hear what the local peace movement has accomplished through ICPJ in the past year, and get inspired for social justice! Enjoy great food and a presentation by Bill Wylie-Kellermann, a United Methodist pastor who has served city parishes in Detroit and is currently pastor at St. Peters Episcopal Church in Detroit. A graduate of Union Theological Seminary in New York City, Wylie-Kellermann is also a frequent contributor to Sojourners and other publications, often on topics framed biblically by “the principalities and powers.” 6:30pm Dessert Reception; 7:00p.m Business meeting; 7:45pm Program. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church (1501 W. Liberty, Ann Arbor). Open to the public, voting limited to current ICPJ members. Become a member today by donating online at www.icpj.net. Questions? (734) 663-1870 or info@icpj.net.
Faith & Food Kick-Off Meeting
Monday, March 22nd, 6:30-8:30pm — Faith and Food is back for the 2010 growing season! Faith and Food assists congregations in growing community gardens to fight local hunger. Come to our kick-off meeting on March 22 to hear from past participants, get all the information you need to get growing, and sign up your congregation for this year’s Faith & Food program! Memorial Christian Church (730 Tappan, Ann Arbor). Light dinner will be served. Questions? Call 734-663-1870 or melihe@umich.edu. Free and open to the public.
Peace and Justice in Israel/Palestine: What are Effective Strategies?
Thursday, March 25th, 7-8:30pm – How can people in the faith communities in our area be most effective in advocating for a peace and justice in Israel/Palestine? Join us to discuss three very different strategies being pursued by various groups within the faith community in Ann Arbor. A panel of presenters will discuss 1) building alliances with Israeli-Palestinian peace groups on the ground, 2) supporting the J-Street “Pro-Israel, Pro-Peace” approach of seeking to change the direction of U.S. policy and to broaden the public and policy debate in the U.S. about the Middle East, and 3) promoting economic sanctions against Israel. What are the pros and cons of each of these strategies? How can we from SE Michigan really make a difference? Free and open to the public. 7pm. Ann Arbor Christian Reformed Church (1717 Broadway Street). Check www.icpj.net for more information.
Racial Justice Book Group II: Uprooting Racism by Paul Kivel
Thursday, March 25, 7:00pm. Join ICPJ for the first of our Racial Justice Book Group as we discuss Paul Kivel’s Uprooting Racism: How White People Can Work for Racial Justice. According to the Midwest Book Review, “At once gentle and provocative, Uprooting Racism helps readers strategically intervene against racism in workplaces, institutions, public policy debates and everyday personal interactions. Uprooting Racism is a much needed book, helping the reader to understand and heal race relations in this country.” St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 1679 Broadway Street, Ann Arbor. Childcare available – RSVP suggested. Details: 734-663-1870, chuck@icpj.net
STAND UP against the 7 new military bases in Colombia!
Tuesday, April 6th, 6:30 p.m. — On October 30, 2009, the U.S. signed an agreement with Colombia for access to 7 military bases. The increased U.S. presence in the country threatens regional security, human rights, environmental welfare, and deepens U.S. involvement in another counterinsurgency war. Join ICPJ’s Latin American Task Force for an ACTION potluck as we write letters, send faxes and make phone calls to Congress! RSVP to jmjacks@umich.edu or call (734) 663-1870. LOCATION: Memorial Christian Church (730 Tappan Ave., Ann Arbor)
ICPJ Benefit Concert Featuring Charlie King and Karen Brandow, with opening act Joe Reilly
Sunday, April 11, 7:00pm — Charlie King and Karen Brandow will be performing a benefit concert for ICPJ at Temple Beth Emeth/St. Clare’s Episcopal Church on April 11 at 7 pm. Charlie and Karen have a strong local following, and have been loyal supporters of the annual gatherings at Fort Benning. Their concerts are always a wonderful blend of Charlie’s own songs along with covers of both classics and new material from songwriters all around the country. An excellent way to re-energize ourselves for our ongoing work for peace, justice and equality. Regular tickets are $15, benefactor tickets are $50, and we encourage folks to consider taking out ads in our concert program. Call 734-663-1870 or email info@icpj.net if you want to get on the list for advance tickets or take out a program ad.
School of the Americas/WHINSEC Lobby Days in D.C.
Sunday, April 18th-Monday, April 19th - Each November, ICPJ’s Latin America Task Force organizes labor leaders, students, faith community members, veterans, families, and others to take a bus to Ft. Benning, Georgia, to protest the School of the Americas/WHINSEC for the human rights abuses committed by its graduates. This April, we’ll take our protest to Congress. Delegates from Michigan will carpool/fly/train to D.C. to lobby our elected officials demanding that the school be closed. You can join us for this important mission! Join us! Click here to fill out a registration form and learn more about trip logistics. Questions: contact Grace at ICPJ (734) 663-1870 or gracek@icpj.net.
U.S. Social Forum in Detroit
June 22-June 26 – ICPJ’s organizing individuals, congregations, and organizations to get to the the U.S. Social Forum in Detroit! The USSF will convene social movements from across the United States and globally. Connect with others concerned about peace and justice; learn about improving social conditions from our community to Detroit to New York to California. The USSF will take place June 22-26, 2010 at Cobo Hall and Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit. Read more about this very exciting effort at http://www.ussf2010.org/. Sign up your congregation, load up the vans, and be a part of this exciting grassroots movement for peace and justice!
Progressive Ann Arbor Events
Progressive Ann Arbor is a partnership of Washtenaw County progressive nonprofits to create a centralized calendar of progressive events. For details, email chuck@icpj.net. Click here to see the calendar.
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