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Start: 19:00
End: 20:30
Join Norman Siegel, Malachy McCort, and Joan Wile for a discussion and signing of Ms Wile's book: Grandmothers Against the War: Getting Off Our Fannies and Standing up for Peace The book is an account of the events leading up to, during and following the Grannies notorious arrest and jailing when they tried to enlist at the Times Square Recruiting Center! About the book: Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night thinking, "I've got to DO something," but felt like you were just one person who couldn't bring about change? Well, Joan Wile woke up one night thinking she had to do something about the war in Iraq. Little did she know how far she would go ... Joan founded Grandmothers Against the War in 2003. In this outspoken memoir, she tells the amazing story of the courageous, spunky women who stood up for their beliefs and refused to back down. From getting arrested and jailed in Times Square, to marching to Washington, D.C., to speaking and performing in Europe, these activists are sure to inspire you with their hope and determination against all odds. It's never too late to change your life-and take action! Joan Wile's Biography Joan Wile is the founder of Grandmothers Against the War and has been devoted to it since 2003. She is also an award-winning singer/songwriter with an extensive background in recording studios and cabarets. She has written six musicals, four of which were produced off and off-off Broadway. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, and on michaelmoore.com. She attended the University of Chicago, and is the mother of two children, and grandmother of five. | ||
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05 / 8
Start: 18:00
End: 20:00
In what promises to be a gala event, please join us at the Central Park West penthouse of Connie Steensma & Rick Prins. The festivities are from 6 to 8pm. Write to RSVP or for more details or call 212-448-6271 | ||
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05 / 14
Start: 18:00
End: 20:00
Support Norman Siegel and join Progressive Upper West Siders Gail Paris and Hank Honig at their home to hear Norman's vision for the office of New York City Public Advocate. Suggested minimum is $50; To RSVP or for more details write or call 212-448-6271 | ||
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05 / 18
Start: 11:30
End: 15:00
The 2008 Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade has named Norman Siegel Advocate for 2008. March with Norman Siegel at the 20th Anniversary of the Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade ``La Borinqueña'' Parade Day set–up time at 10:00am Ceremonies begin at: 11:30am More details to come. "Whether in chains or in laurels, liberty knows nothing but victories". | ||
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Start: 10:00
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Saturday, May 24, 2008, 10 AM - 8 PM There will be HIV testing, various Health screenings, FREE Giveaways, Entertainment, FREE rides and games for the children, and a cookout Where: CES 126 School Yard, 1131-33 Ogden Avenue between West 166th & West 167th Directions: Take 4, D or C trains to 161st Yankee Stadium, than take the #13 Bus under the L on River Avenue in front of the new Yankee Stadium, to W. 166th or 167th Street/Ogden Avenue. The Highbridge-Morrisania Section, in the Bronx is known to have the highest HIV/AIDS cases in the Bronx. The purpose of this neighborhood initiative is to address the issues that plague the community residence, to inform the community that HIV/AIDS and STD's has risen in pandemic proportions in communities of color and young people, the only way to protect yourself and the community is to cover-up, spread the word, and get involved | ||
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