KWIC June Community Events Listing and News
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Dear KWIC members and friends,
Please find a list of news and community events occurring in June
attached in this email. Just a reminder that the KWIC office will be
closed for the summer as of June 25, 2010. Thank you for your continued
interest in the Peterborough community and KWIC.
Zankhna Mody
Summer Resource Centre Assistant
Kawartha World Issues Centre
Phone: 705-748-1680
Email: kw...@trentu.ca
Website & Community Calendar: www.kwic.info
Celebrating 20 years of global understanding and local action.
The Kawartha World Issues Centre is a charitable global education and
resource centre which promotes understanding and dialogue of world
issues to enable people to engage in positive social and environmental
change.
Community Events for June 2010
1. The Great Potato Planting
This is one of the most important plantings for the Seasoned Spoon, as
the majority of our potatoes come from the Trent Gardens. Bring lots of
water, a lunch, a hat and sunscreen. Be prepared to get dirty and have a
great time.
When: June 11th and 12th from 10-4pm
Where: Trent University fields
For more information: contact tegan...@mac.com
2. Peterborough Community Mobilization Network: Legal Workshop and
General Assembly
Come and learn about your legal rights on the ground in Toronto, and in
your day-to-day activism. Find out find out what’s been planned, what
kind of events will be in place for the G8/G20 summit and how PCMN can
support you during the mobilization against the G8/20 in Toronto.
When: Legal workshop 2:00pm-3:45pm; General Assembly 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: Peterborough Public Library; 345 Aylmer St. N.
For more information: www.pcmn.ca
3. A Staged Reading of OLEANNA by David Mamet
Oleanna is one of Mamet’s most successful plays; New Stages’ staged
reading of Oleanna is sure to spark conversations and enthusiastic
debates in Peterborough. Don’t miss out on the fun!
When: June 14th, 7:30pm
Where: Showplace Lounge; 290 George Street
For tickets and more information: www.newstages.ca; call Showplace at:
705-742-7469
4. Web Tools for Social Justice Organizing - Free Workshop
Facebook, podcasts, blogs, RSS feeds, Twitter - find out what these web
tools are and how you can use them for community and social justice
organizing. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops.
Space is limited so please contact Alissa at alissa...@gmail.com or
760-9219 to register.
When: Tuesday, June 15, 6-8pm
Where: Sadleir House Lecture Hall (751 George Street North, Room 106)
For more information: A Sadleir House Programming Initiative
(www.sadleirhouse.ca)
5. Green Drinks Meeting
Green Drinks is mostly for people working on environmental issues, but
anyone can come -- people from environment groups, business, government,
academia and as individuals.
When: June 16, 5:00pm
Where: Kubo Lounge, 413 George St. N
For more information: www.greendrinks.org
6. Workforce Development Board Annual General Meeting
Keynote speakers will highlight the ground-breaking work with ECO
Canada.
When: June 17th at 3pm
Where: The Peterborough Golf and Country Club, 1030 Armour Road
For more information: visit:
http://www.solutionsatwork.info/news_events.asp
7. Celebrating Indigenous Knowledge: Peoples, Lands and Cultures
Conference
A four day international conference held by the Trent Indigenous
Studies Department celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Indigenous
Studies Phd program. The conference includes key note speeches by
Elders, performances, and presentations.
When: June 16-21st
Where: Trent University
For more information:
http://www.trentu.ca/academic/nativestudies/CelebratingIndigenousKnowledges/index10.html
Volunteer singup:
http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/89-6229429585
8. Celebrate the Robinson Place Community Garden
You're invited to a celebration of the Robinson Place Community Garden
behind the Ministry of Natural Resources building on Water St.
Where: 300 Water St.
When: June 17th ; 12:00-1:00pm
For more information:
transitiontownpeterborough.ning.com/events/robinson-place
9. Workforce Development Board Annual General Meeting
Keynote speakers will highlight the ground-breaking work with ECO
Canada.
When: June 17th, 3:00pm
Where: The Peterborough Golf and Country Club, 1030 Armour Road
For more information: www.solutionsatwork.info
10. Peterborough Health Coalition: Community Rally
Please join our health coalition at a Community Rally, To Save Our
Hospital Services! Followed by a peaceful walk through downtown
sidewalks, stopping at MPP office.
When: June 17th, 5:00pm
Where: Millenium Park, south end of Water St.
For more information: Contact 745-2446,
http://peterborough-kawarthas.org/health.htm
11. Ode'min Giizis Festival
Presented by O'Kaadenigan Wiingashk (OKW) and Public Energy in
Peterborough, Ontario. From June 16-21st, 2010, over 200 Indigenous
artists, including musicians, performers, visual artists, writers,
storytellers, artisans and dancers will gather to expand our imagination
and dreams while pushing the boundaries of their art forms. The Festival
culminates in a parade and Pow Wow June 20-21.
For more information: http://www.okw-arts.ca/odemin.html
12. The 2010 People's Summit: Building a Movement for a Just World
The 2010 People’s Summit is civil society’s alternative “counter
Summit” to the G8 and G20 Summits happening in Huntsville and Toronto
this June 25th - 27th. Community organizers, activists,
non-governmental organizations, independent media, workers, impacted
communities, artists - the people - converge this June to work together
to educate, empower and create positive change.
When: June 18-20th
Where: Ryerson University, University of Toronto, various locations in
Toronto
For more information: www.peoplessummit2010.ca
To register for a table online: http://peoplessummit2010.ca/section/17
13. Oxfam Gender Justice Summit
Members and partner groups from across the country and around the globe
will gather for three days of ideas, debates, success stories, and
strategies to discuss issues on gender justice.
When: June 18-20th
Where: Toronto
For more information: http://www.genderjusticesummit.ca
14. Sharing and discussion: Where I Came From
World Refugee Day Event: A discussion where Jean-Claude and Khadija,
two refugees to Canada from Burundi and Somalia respectively, will share
their stories. All are welcome
When: June 20th, 1:00-3:00pm
Where: Sadlier House, 751 George St. North
For more information: Contact yvo...@nccpeterborough.ca
15. Connecting Worker’s Struggles and Building Solidarity: Future
Folk
Future Folk is a performance written and performed by the Sulong
Theatre Collective. Filipino folk arts to tell the story of Filipina
“nannies” in Toronto and their labour under Canada’s notorious
Live-In Caregiver Program.
When: June 20th, 5:00pm
Where: Steelworkers Hall, 25 Cecil Street, Toronto
For more information: Contact nw...@laboureducation.org
16. B!KE is Offering Monthly Mechanic Courses
The Peterborough community bike shop will be offering small, intensive
classes covering a specific component of the bike each month.
RSVP to ques...@communitybikeshop.org
Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members
When: June 20 - Brakes, cables & housing, B!KE hours are
Monday-Wednesday, 5:30-8:30 pm
Where: 400 Wolfe St Peterborough, Ontario, (705) 748-6681
For more information: http://www.communitybikeshop.org
17. Two Row Wampum making Workshop
Taught by Lynn Gehl, this workshop is held in the afternoon in
Peterborough. The cost is $75.00 (cash only) and covers a
demonstration, guided instructions, and all supplies - loom, sinew,
beads, needle, as well as written instructions.
When: June 22nd, afternoon
For more information: Email Lynn at lynn...@trentu.ca, register in
advance.
18. Rainbow Service Organization (RSO) Annual General Meeting
Business Meeting and Social: 7-8pm. Guest Speaker 8-9pm: Patrizia
Gentile, Ph.D.
Educator and human rights researcher will talk on the book she
co-authored. Everyone is welcome!
When: June 22, 7:00-9:00pm
Where: ArtSpace 378 Aylmer Street North
For more information: www.rainbowservice.org
19. Citizens for Safe Technology presents: A Lecture by Dr. Madga
Havas, PhD.
Dr. Magda Havas, International lecturer and author of the latest
Scientific Research on the Dangers of Microwave Radiation. Learn about
the dangers of installing WiFi transmitters in KPR public schools.
When: June 22nd, 7:30-9:00pm
Where: Lady Eaton College Lecture Hall, Trent University, Main campus,
Peterborough
For more information: Contact charlene...@yahoo.ca
20. Youth Justice Event
A day of free, interactive sessions for young people, educators,
parents, social agencies and the general public on youth rights in our
schools, on the street, in malls and in the justice system.
When: June 23rd, 9:30 am
Where: Various locations in downtown Peterborough
For more information: contact the Legal Centre at 749-9355
21. Global Shout Out for Justice
An event featuring Maude Barlow, Naomi Klein, Amy Goodman, Vandana
Shiva, Clayton Thomas-Mueller and others; presented by the Council of
Canadians. Tickets are $20 for non-members and $14 for CoC members.
When: June 25th, 7:00pm
Where: Massey Hall, Toronto
For more information: www.canadians.org
22. People First! G8/G20 Rally
The Peterborough and District Labour Council has booked 2 buses to
attend the Rally in Toronto and we hope that you will support us by
attending. Call to reserve a seat.
When: June 26th, 1:00pm
Where: Queen’s Park, Toronto
For more information: Contact the Peterborough and District Labour
Council at (705) 742-9286
23. Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium
The symposium is a profound inquiry into a bold vision to bring forth
an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just
human presence on Earth.
When: Sat. June 26th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
For more information: Please register with Joan Michaels at 743-8032 or
joa...@cogeco.ca
24. Multicultural Canada Day Celebration
Stage performances, food tents and craft vendors celebrating Canada's
diversity, hosted by the New Canadians Center in Peterborough. Looking
for volunteers!
When: July 1st, 10-4pm
Where: Del Crary Park, 100 George St, Peterborough, ON
For more information: www.nccpeterborough.ca, to volunteer, contact:
shei...@sympatico.ca
Community Information:
1. New Lakefield Farmer’s Market
The Lakefield Farmers’ Market is a new seasonal market in Lakefield
that will be open every Thursday from May 6th until October 14th. Hours
of operation are 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with extended hours during the
summer. The market is located beside Isabel Morris Park and the
Lakefield arena, close to the Otonabee River waterfront.
2. The Seasoned Spoon is open!
New summer hours for the Seasoned Spoon at Trent University
When: Monday to Thursday, 10-2:30pm from May 10th to July 30th
3. Trent Rooftop Gardens are looking for volunteers!
There will be lots of opportunities for volunteers to learn and grow
together this season. If you just want to get your hands dirty, or if
you would like to organize a TCCBE project for credit, we can make it
happen. There will be activities that could use a group effort taking
place every Monday and Thursday starting at 8a.m. For more information
or to be put on the volunteer mailing list write to Tegan at
tegan...@mac.com.
4. Developing a Community Garden at Charlotte and Stewart Streets
A grassroots organization garden is asking for contributions from the
Peterborough community members to start a community garden.
For more information:
http://peterboroughexaminer.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2550641
5. Get involved in social justice right here at home!
Pueblito is looking for people 16 to 25 years old who are interested in
learning about and working toward social justice as part of the Pueblito
G8/G20 People's Summit Delegation on June 18th, 19th and 20th. Contact
us if you're interested in joining or want more info about the Youth
Committee email pueb...@pueblito.org or at 416.642.5781.
6. By the Bushel Community Food Cooperative
Purchase a weekly basket of fresh, local produce from mid-June to
October!
Contact: co...@bythebushel.ca or visit www.bythebushel.ca
7. SmartCycling: Traffic Skills 101 Courses offered by B!KE
In this fast-paced course, you'll learn the real-world skills to ride
comfortably and confidently in traffic. Get solid advice about
equipment, bike fit, gearing and tools. Multiple sessions are offered.
Choose a session:
Tues June 15 (6-9pm) and Sat June 19 (9-3pm)
July 6, 7, 8 (10-1pm)
Thurs July 22 (6-9pm) and Sat July 24 (9-3pm)
August 4, 5, 6 (10-1pm)
Adults: $35
Youth (14-18): $10
To register: shifti...@greenup.on.ca and visit
www.communitybikeshop.org
8. 15th Annual Wanapitei Aboriginal History and Politics
Colloquium: Call for Papers
The Colloquium is affiliated with the annual Trent University Temagami
Field Trip, the Frost Centre for Canadian Studies and Indigenous
Studies, Trent University, and the School of Canadian Studies, Carleton
University. Please email your abstracts for papers and ideas for
sessions by June 21, 2010 - wanapitei...@gmail.com.
Our registration deadline for all participants is August 13, 2010.
We urge you to participate in other ways, such as chairing a session
and contributing to plans for future colloquia. Please contact us to
make arrangements for your active participation in this event.
9. Safe and Green Energy (SAGE): Public Consultation
You are invited to attend and/or make a presentation at Safe And Green
Energy’s (SAGE) Public Consultation on the proposed Nuclear Newbuild
at the Darlington Nuclear Plant. Your opinions, concerns and arguments
about this newbuild nuclear project will be considered for SAGE’s
submission to theproject’s Environmental Assessment. Those choosing to
make a personal presentation must register by June 25.
When: Tuesday June 29 (11am-2pm ) and Wednesday June 30, (6pm-9pm)
Where: Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St.
To register: Contact Steve Cornwell at Stephen.d....@gmail.com