A radical, politically
progressive and energizing
anti-war event/party/mixer to
benefit the Greater Boston Stop the Wars Coalition.
www.stopthewars.org
Assembling Peace IV
The Assembling Peace parties are designed
to create a setting in which veteran activists can gather, network
and socialize in a fun, relaxed and positive setting while encouraging
interested newcomers to learn about and participate in political
and social awareness and action. At an Assembling Peace party
you can expect to find a variety of activist groups speaking and
tabling, musical and theatrical performers, film, books, art,
food, beer, wine, coffee, food, dancing, massage and more.
There will be organizations setting
up information tables and speakers on the subjects of the anti-war
movement, global justice, class, human rights, racism, sexism,
environmental sustainability, labor, trade, capitalism, socialism,
etc. There will also be musicians, artists, massage, food, vol,
etc.
Assembling Peace IV is a fundraiser
for the Stop the Wars Coalition (STWC). The Stop the Wars Coalition
is an anti-war group that formed out of the organizing efforts
in the Boston area during 2005 to stage a mass rally against the
U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. After successfully staging
a rally and march on October 29, 2005 featuring Cindy Sheehan
and 3,000 participants; the October 29th Coalition evolved into
the Greater Boston Stop the Wars Coalition, which has continued
to stage anti-war protests, host speakers, hold meetings, stage
teach-ins and push the "How Many More" campaign in the
Boston area. (http://www.stopthewars.org/start/campaigns/howmanymore/index.htm)
Confirmed
Bands/Musicians:
Diamond Mines (http://www.thediamondmines.net/)
"...they couldn't be a more complete rock outfit... skilled
musicianship and keen understanding of crafting hooks... the melding
of different styles isn't forced..." -Alan Verly (Northeast
Performer)
Yoni
Gordon (http://www.yonigordon.com/)
"Yoni Gordon is a local singer-songwriter with the DIY ethics
of Minor Threat, the work ethic of James Brown, and the pop style
of say, Ted Leo. We really are unsure as to how one could watch
Yoni and not be stoked. For real." -O'Brien's Pub Website
The
Scallywags (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=109419934)
"Arrr! We be a rovin' band of pirates, tellin' the tales
of the ghost ships and revolutionaries. We be clearin' the name
of many a misrepresented Pirate Lady and Man alike. With stories,
shanties, dances and a healthy swig o' rum, we'll take ya scurvy
dogs on a trip to the high seas."
Bread
and Roses (http://www.myspace.com/breadandrosesboston)
Spreading the revolution and lifting up the workers through good
ol‚ fashion foot stompin‚, pickin‚, fiddlin‚
and singin‚!
Nate
& Amatul of Aquari‚i Arts Network (www.xanga.com/amatul)-
Beatbox, rhymes and spoken word with two of Boston‚s most
outspoken activists.
Andrew
Alexander (http://www.andrewalexander.com)
"From opera and classical to improv and show tunes. Mr. Alexander
delights and entertains, sharing his vivacious love for music
and high-spirited camaraderie to create for you ...a kind of entertainment
that is spectacular!"
Mercen
Hot up and coming MC straight outta Boston and blowin‚ it
up on the mic.
Pete
Cassani (http://www.thepeasants.net/)
Pete Cassani wields his guitar like a rock & roll WMD against
the forces of imperialism, war and an out of control right wing
gone mad.
More performers to be announced!
Participating Organizations:
Greater Boston
Stop the Wars Coalition
Socialist Alternative
Lucy Parsons Center
Harvest Food Coop
Equal Exchange
American Friends Service Committee
Socialist Party of Boston
What's Up Magazine
Plus many more
Workshops:
Assembling Peace History:
Assembling
Peace I was held at Spontaneous Celebrations on March
26, 2005 and was a fundraiser for Boston Mobilization and
the March 20, 2005 protest against the war in Boston. Pictures
of the 3/26/05 Assembling Peace I can be seen here: http://www.meniscusmagazine.com/events_pages/events007b_APeace.htm
Assembling
Peace II was held at Spontaneous Celebrations on October
8, 2005 and was a fundraiser for the October 29th Coalition
and the 10/29 rally and march (mentioned above). Pictures of 10/8/05
Assembling Peace II can be seen here: http://www.meniscusmagazine.com/events_pages/AssembingPeaceII_ss/aPeaceII_01.htm
Assembling
Peace III was held on March
18, 2006 (the third anniversary of the invasion of Iraq)
at Encuentro 5 (http://www.encuentro5.org/),
an activist community space in Boston‚s Chinatown. AP III
was a benefit for STWC.
Spontaneous Celebrations venue
Info:
Spontaneous Celebrations has two floors
and can hold 280 occupants (at any one time). The first floor
is for various groups to set up information tables and introduce
themselves, network, promote their actions and recruit. There
is no fee to table, but we encourage all participants to contribute
to the event however possible. There is a side room on the first
floor that will be set up for massage chairs and arts related
activities. There is also a kitchen and counter on the first floor
which will have food to serve.
The Second floor has a bar that will
serve beer, wine and fair trade coffee. There is a stage on the
second floor that will host the performers and speakers. A diverse
array of musicians, poets, comedians, entertainers and speakers
will alternate on this stage. Every organization that tables on
the first floor is encouraged to speak. The program will focus
on diversity and present a broad spectrum of race, sex, musical
styles and speakers including veterans, youth, socialists, environmentalists,
anti-war, labor rights, low income advocates and much more.
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Spontaneous Celebrations
45 Danforth St, Jamaica Plain MA 02130
Click for map
From Stony
Brook T stop, Orange Line:
Exit right from the MBTA station on to Boylston St. Cross Lamartine
St.
(light) and continue on the right side of Boylston St. one short
block. The
next right is Danforth St. # 45 is the first large building in
from the
corner on the left side of the street.
From the Jamaicaway,
coming from Boston or Cambridge:
Go left on Bynner (lights after Brookline overpass). Go through
lights at
South Huntington. Right at Day St. Go straight at stop sign (Center
St.)
Take next left at Paul Gore St. Go down Paul Gore St. to the end,
turn right
at Larmartine, take first right at Boylston, first right at Danforth.
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Please contact Brian O'Connell
anytime that you have any questions.
Cell: 617-947-8983
vinniechops@hotmail.com
www.brian-oconnell.com
