KWIC News & September Community Events Calendar
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September News from Kawartha World Issues Centre
Dear KWIC members and friends,
KWIC is back – and welcome back to our many returning volunteers. As always, we are welcoming also new KWIC volunteers this fall. So, if you are interested to get involved with KWIC this year, please come out to our OPEN House on Tuesday, September 29th, from 11 am to 2 pm. This is a great opportunity to gather together, share your passion for glocal issues and to get connected with KWIC ~ all while enjoying a nice warm cup of local apple cider! Sustainable Trent is co-hosting this Open House. We're really looking forward to seeing everyone!
Student Job Postings with KWIC: KWIC has 2 part-time student positions to fill. The KWIC Assistant position is for an international student and the Resource Centre Coordinator position is for an OWSP-eligible student. We will fill these positions as soon as possible, so if you’re interested, please contact Julie at KWIC at 748-1680 or kw...@trentu.ca for details and an application.
Camp Wanapitei - Trent Temagami Weekend, Sept. 24th to 27th:
There are a few spots left so register NOW for the 37th annual Temagami Weekend. Students, staff, faculty and alumni from Trent University, along with participants from Queen’s, Carleton, Laurentian and Nippissing Universities, all meet up for this four day weekend at Camp Wanapitei to canoe, hike, eat good food, and engage with new ideas.
This unique event celebrates research and provides a chance for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to hear a range of speakers as well enjoy some time on the land. The weekend’s program is designed to create dialogue across academic disciplines and across cultures and will appeal to those interested in Canadian and Indigenous studies, literature, and environmental and resource studies. The program will also be of great interest to international students studying at Canadian universities.
The Temagami Weekend costs only $125 for undergraduate students (faculty, staff and professionals pay $200.00, children pay $50). If you want to participate, you’ll need to fill out a registration form and waiver. These can be found at the following web address: http://Wanapitei.net/trentweekend.asp. The forms should be printed, filled out, and dropped off at the KWIC office in the Environmental Studies Building, Trent University in Room B101 (ground floor next to the Crypt).
That’s KWIC’s news for now. Stay tuned as Jo Hayward Haines, David Geraldo and Sheila Howlett get KWIC’s monthly Trent Radio Program, CONVERGENCE, underway next month.
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For more event postings or details, please visit the Community Calendar at www.kwic.info
September Peterborough (and Area) Community Events Calendar
September 14th -18th: DISOrientation Week: Everyone is invited to participate in DisOrientation Week activities organized by OPIRG. Please visit www.opirgpeterborough.ca for the complete listing of amazing workshops, tours and activities. The week closes with a vegan barbeque and DisO Concert on Friday, September 18th. You are also welcome to visit OPIRG’s Free Market and community food cupboard.
September 16th: Peterborough Green Drinks at Riley's on George St. (just north of Sherbrooke).
Back room or rooftop deck depending on the weather. Anytime after 5 pm. All are welcome
September 17th: Take Back The Night March and Rally: An internationally held march and rally intended as a protest and direct action against rape and other forms of violence against women. All women-identified people are invited to take part in the Peterborough rally and march. Refreshments and an open mic to follow at St.Paul's Church, corner of Water & Murray Streets. March begins at 7pm at Victoria Park. For more info contact the Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre 748-5901.
September 18th: Trent Vegetable Garden Harvest ~ Help the Seasoned Spoon bring in the fall harvest from the on-campus field garden. Bring extra water, food, a hat and a garden fork or spade if you have one. Rain date is Sept 22nd from 10am-4pm. For directions & details contact aimee...@trentu.ca.
Sept 19th & 24th: Transition Town ~ Introduction To Permaculture Course continues: This introductory course focuses on the food producing aspects of permaculture design, with an emphasis on perennial edible landscapes, and exploring what it means to allow nature to do the work, while increasing yields. Bring your own lunch and dress casual. Reg. price $40, Student/Seniors $20 Courses are priced for social inclusion across the fabric of our society.
Pre-registration required with Registrar Joan Michaels 705 743-8032 or joa...@cogeco.ca
September 20th: Extending the Season and Growing the Harvest from 12 to 6pm at Sadleir House. A free afternoon of information panels and hands-on workshops: Canning & Preserving-12pm;Making Medicine-2pm;Seed Saving-3pm;Local Food Tasting-6pm.
Panel at 4:30pm. RSVP to urban...@gmail.com
September 21-27: Peterborough Pride Week
Check out www.peterboroughpride.ca for details on week long activities, including Saturday’s Peterborough Pride Parade.
September 22nd: “Black Book on Canadian Foreign Policy” by Yves Egler
4pm Champlain Sr. Common Room, Trent University
The Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy is the first critical overview of Canada's role on the world stage. While most Canadians believe their country's primary role has been as peacekeeper or honest broker in difficult-to-solve disputes, the book cites hundreds of examples of colonialism, racism, naked self-interest and willing participation as a policeman for the British and then American empires. Free.
September 22nd : Equality and the Feminist Movement with Michele Landsberg
A champion of human rights, Michele Landsberg will speak on the topic " Equality and the Feminist Movement: Are We There Yet?" $20 in advance. Call Lindsay Women's Resources at 705-878-4285 x223 for info. Organized by the Women’s Resources in Lindsay.
September 22nd : World CARFREE Day
Every September 22, people from around the world get together in the streets, intersections, and neighbourhood blocks to remind the world that we don't have to accept our car-dominated society.
September 26: JSH Yard Sale from 8 am to 11:30 am
320 Margaret Avenue - Corner of Margaret & Charlotte Streets. Books, household items, furniture - come and find great bargains! All proceeds support Jamaican Self-Help. Donations of items also welcome! 743-1671 for info.
September 27th: Protest & Rally Against Uranium Mining from 2 to 4pm
Keynote speaker, Elizabeth May ~ Leader, Green Party of Canada with Bruce Cox (Greenpeace), Robert Lovelace and others. Live music. 2 to 4pm. Queen's Park, South Lawn, Toronto www.stopuranium.ca
September 29th: KWIC and Sustainable Trent Open House from 11 am to 2pm Interested in environmental and social justice issues? Come to the KWIC and Sustainable Trent Open House. Bring your energy and ideas to share over a cup of hot cider. Click for location details. Everyone welcome! KWIC is located at Trent University in the Environmental Sciences Building in Room B101.
September 30th: Peterborough Grandmothers Together Fundraiser at 6pm Guest speaker Aissatou Diajhate from the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Bring a potluck dish to share. Beverages provided. Held at the Canadian Canoe Museum. RSVP required to Donna at 743-0586 or email: the_jo...@cogeco.ca
October Dates to Mark on Your Calendar
October 4th:
Abousfian Abdelrazik Cross Country Speaking Tour: Peterborough Stop~ Organized by "Project Fly Home". More details to follow.
October 6th:
The Second Annual David Morrison Lecture Series: Gender & the Global Economic Crisis with special guest Professor Diane Elson, Sociology Dept., University of Essex Colchester, United Kingdom. In 2006 Professor Elson was named one of 50 “key thinkers in development.
October 14th:
An Evening with Helen Caldicott: Helen is an articulate and passionate advocate of citizen action to remedy the nuclear and environmental crisis and author of "If You Love This Planet". ShowPlace Lounge on George Street. Organized by SAGE. Stay posted for more details.
October 16th:
Peterborough Persons Day Breakfast: "80 Years – Time for Equity for Everyone": Community breakfast with guest speakers and a live rendition of "Bread and Roses" by the talented Susan Newman. Tickets in advance.
October 31st:
Calling all bowlers for
KWIC’s Annual Bowl the World for Global Education Fundraising Bowlathon: Great Door Prizes & Great Fun! All proceeds support local global education initiatives. Registration forms at www.kwic.info