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The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace Presented by: Sierra Master Chorale Thursday May 17 ~ 7:00 pm AND Sunday May 20 ~ 2:00 pm Seventh Day Adventist Church 12889 Osborne Hill Rd. at Hwy 174, Grass Valley The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace is a major choral work by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins. The piece was commissioned by British Royal Armories Museum in 1999 for the Millennium celebrations, and to mark the museum’s move from London to Leeds. While principally based on the Catholic Mass, Jenkins brought in a number of other diverse sources, including the fifteenth century folk song L’Homme Arme, and lyrics from other sacred and literary traditions. The Sierra Master Chorale presents this concert, the premiere of the work in our area, as a major event to bridge the many perspectives of war held by those in our community. We wish to honor the service and sacrifice of those who have been warriors, and also the prayers of those who believe war is not an answer. Above all, we wish to pay homage to the yearning of every human heart for peace in our time. For more Information or to purchase Tickets, please contact: InConcertSierra InConcert Sierra (Sierra Master Chorale) P.O. Box 205 Nevada City, CA 95959 ph. 530-273-3990 John Woolman - Student Created Peace Documentaries Friday May 18, 7 pm - 8:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains, 246 South Church Street, Grass Valley Join us for 10 minute documentaries that will make you stop and think! Meet the students and hear them speak about their work. This event is free. Click Here to RSVP BIG in the U.S.A.: How do we cope in a society in which we are profusely encouraged to both consume and diet excessively? Don't miss this shocking exposé about what the media is spoon-feeding us! Bike Cycle Revolution: Four young bicycle enthusiasts will take you on a ride towards a more peaceful and sustainable future. Highlighting the perks from environmental to personal, as well as the inspiring bike-friendly initiatives popping up worldwide, this film will make a convincing case for trading in your keys for a helmet! ' Occupy Wall Street: A Diversity of Voices on a Diversity of Tactics: From Gandhian nonviolent action to property damage, each of us has a different idea of how to get our message across while protesting. When these 4 students set out to measure the effectiveness of these different tactics, they were ready to compare nonviolence with proponents for violence. What they found was that these lines are much more blurry and complicated. Happiness vs. The American Dream: Inspired by our work on the Nevada County Happiness Initiative, this group of students decided to make a documentary that further explores the myth of the American Dream and its effects on our understanding/experience of happiness. Palestine-Israel Working Group of Nevada County (PIWG) Conversation with Dorothy Naor Thursday May 24th 5 to 7 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains, 246 South Church Street, Grass Valley Dorothy Naor is an American-born Jewish Israeli citizen. She has lived in Israel for more than 50 years. She believes in equality and human rights for all Palestinians and Israelis. This program is an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and to hear a perspective not normally seen in our mainstream media. Light refreshments in the form of a finger-food pot-luck will be served. All interested persons are welcome to attend. There is no admission charge; donations to cover expenses will be accepted gratefully. Alternatives To Violence Project Basic Workshop - CONFLICT RESOLUTION May 25 - 27 Friday: 6 - 9 PM, Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM, Sunday: 9 AM - 4 PM LOCATION: County Superintendent of Schools Board Room, 112 Nevada City Highway, Nevada City, CA 95959 How are your relationships? Community Building, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Self Awareness. Stay for the whole workshop. Workshops are open to anyone who wishes to attend. The only requirement is that the participant attends voluntarily. Contact: Joyce Banzhaf at (530) 477-7455 or email joycebanzhaf@yahoo.com Fees: $25 - $125; choose on a sliding scale. Scholarships are available. AVP is an all volunteer, non-profit organization. For more information: AVP - California Women (and Men) in Black have resumed Vigils at the Broad Street Overpass in Nevada City every Thursday between 5:15 and 6:00 PM. The Palestine Israel Working Group vigils to end the occupation of Palestinian territories by Israel. They desire justice. All are welcome to join. Dress in black; bring your own sign or use one that we will provide. Thanks to all who helped make a great success of this year’s celebration of a SEASON FOR PEACE AND NONVIOLENCE January 30 – April 4, 2012 Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) Baha’i Faith of Grass Valley and Nevada County Birth and Early Parenting Educators (BEPE) Earth Justice Ministries Grandmothers for Peace of Nevada County Grass Valley United Methodist Church Living Compassion/Compassionate Communication Nevada City United Methodist Church & Society Committee Peace & Social Justice Committee of the Grass Valley Friends Meeting Palestine-Israel Working Group (PIWG) Peace Center of Nevada County Sierra Center for Spiritual Living Soka Gakkai International (SGI) United Nations Association, Golden Empire Chapter Unity in the Gold Country Spiritual Center Unitarian-Universalist Community of the Mountains Social Action Committee A Season for Peace and Nonviolence (SPAN) is a celebration of the lives of Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., Cesar Chavez, and others who acted for justice nonviolently. We were inspired and energized by the many events. We expect to begin the planning process for next years’ celebration in the fall. For those who are interested, please let us know. |
 Meetings and Events!Palestine-Israel Working Group Meets regularly on the second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm, at the Peace Center of Nevada County, 216B Main Street, Nevada City. The mission of the Palestine Israel Working Group is to educate ourselves and others about the situation in Israel/Palestine, and to work in solidarity with others to encourage a nonviolent solution to the conflict, resulting in equality and justice for all. Women (and Men) in Black hold vigils at the Broad Street Overpass in Nevada City every Thursday from 5:15 to 6:00 PM. Everyone with similar interests is invited to attend. For more information, please call the Peace Center at 265-0200. Peace RecruitingEvery 1st Monday of the month at 6:00 pm at the Peace Center. U.S. Department of PeaceJoin the national campaign to promote peace and conflict
resolution at the local, state and federal levels. Grandmothers for PeaceSecond
Tuesday of each month 11:30 am - 1 pm in the Community Room of the
Madelyn Helling Library. For more information, email us at
grannies4peace@hotmail.com or call 530-265-5545. Peace Center Board Meeting Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM at the Peace Center. Anti Drone Protests Surveillance drones provide the target information for killer drones. Killer drones are intended to kill specific people in foreign countries. Actually, they kill mostly civilians and over-all make us less secure. Protests will be on May 29, May 30, June 25, June 26, July
30, July 31 Occupy Nevada County For more information: Season for Peace and Nonviolence Jan 30 - April 4 Local groups discuss, teach, celebrate and honor the vision of Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Caesar Chavez of empowerment and nonviolence.
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Education and Action for Peace and JusticeThe Peace Center of Nevada County honors the essential power of people in community. Through open inquiry, education, and nonviolent direct action, we nurture peace, equality, justice and dignity in ourselves, our community and our Earth. Bulletin Subscriptions!If you want to receive our bulletins by email, please sign up here. How To Reach UsEmail: Address: Office Hours: Volunteers are usually available Telephone: |