2008 Calendar
Below is a listing of related events that occur during the Season for Nonviolence, Long Beach.
JANUARY
30 - A Season for Nonviolence Begins
FEBRUARY
2 - 28 - "Journey to Black Mexico: A Photographic Discourse"
@ Second City Council Art Gallery and Performance Space, 435 Alamitos Ave. Gallery open Wednesday - Sunday, 12noon - 5pm
See the 1/25 Press Telegram article to learn more.
5 - Kick Off Ceremony & Student Mural Unveiling
250 students, educators, community members and leaders kicked off the Season for Nonviolence, Long Beach @ Jordan High School on Februrary 5th. A student mural was unveiled (see image below) that was based on original art by Wilson High School students Mitchell Morris & Zachary LaRoque. The mural, which depicts elements of violence, racism and fear being replaced with peace, respect, and unity, will travel throughout the city of Long Beach during the 2008 Season for Nonviolence.
Read the press release.
9 - "Creating and Sustaining Mutually Supportive Relationship Between Black and Brown Students" Workshop by California State University, Dominguez Hills Professor Ron Wilkins
@ Second City Council Art Gallery and Performance Space, 435 Alamitos Ave. from 2-4pm
11- City of Long Beach Youth and Gang Violence Prevention Task Force
FREE COMMUNITY EDUCATION FORUM ON CONFLICT RESOLUTION
5:30-7pm @ Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Avenue, Long Beach. RSVP to Melissa Morgan at 562.570.6948 or dignity@longbeach.gov. Download the meeting flier.
Parents, guardians, kids, educators, and community members should attend this FREE, fun and informative event to gain skills and resources relating to conflict in their homes, classrooms, and neighborhoods. Presentations for multi-age audience (elementary age children are invited to attend with their parents/guardians) will be followed by a Mini-Resource Fair with experts in the field of conflict resolution and mediation. Childcare and refreshments will be provided. Visit www.savinglives.longbeach.gov to learn more. Download the meeting flier.
11, 12, 13 - The President's Forum on International Human Rights: Modern Genocides and Global Responsibility
@ California State University, Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840
The primary objective of this Forum is to increase global engagement and broaden our understanding of some of the most difficult challenges facing human advancement. This three-day Forum focuses on modern genocides and the global responsibilities we share as world citizens to prevent and eradicate such atrocities from contemporary society.Through the eyes of international experts, genocide survivors, film makers and many others, it is expected that this event will serve as a significant educational tool and resource for CSULB and the Southern California community.All events are open to the public and are free of charge. No registration is required. Please arrive early as seats will be occupied on a first-come basis. Visit www.csulb.edu/president/humanrights to learn more.
Download a schedule of events (pdf)
Parking Information
11 - Art Exhibit: Gandhi, King, Ikeda: A Legacy of Building Peace
All day @ California State University, Long Beach - Student Union Sunset Lounge, 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840. Visit www.csulb.edu/president/humanrights to learn more.
12 - City Council Meeting Recognition of the Season for Nonviolence
5pm @ City Hall 333 West Ocean Blvd., Long Beach
13 - "A Force More Powerful" Film
7pm @ Namaste Spiritual Center 6695 E. PCH, Suite 125, Long Beach, CA | (562) 980-7610
Spiritual Cinema will be honoring the Season for Nonviolence by showing a powerful 3 part documentary series called "A Force More Powerful", Each film explores one of the 20th century's most important but least-understood stories - how nonviolent power has overcome oppression and authoritarian rule all over the world. Narrated by Ben Kingsley, and nominated for an Emmy.
13 - Nonviolence Communication Practice Group by Open Door Communication
7-9pm
This ongoing practice group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays. Quiet meditation for gathering starts at 6:30. Donation basis. If you are interested, contact Bob Kalayjian at 562-754-5334 or email robcal@mac.com.
22-29 - Exclusive Long Beach Engagement of "The Stories of Cesar Chavez"
@ The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd.
February 22, 23, 29 and March 1 (Friday/Saturday) @ 8pm
February 24 and March 2 (Sunday) Matinees @ 2pm
The Found Theatre, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to providing the diverse Long Beach community with high-quality, low-cost theatre, is pleased to present an exclusive two-week engagement of Fred Blanco’s brilliant one-man show, "The Stories of Cesar Chavez." Celebrated as one of the most influential and inspirational civil rights leaders of our time, Chavez fought to bring dignity and social justice to migrant farm workers through his philosophy of peace and hope. Don’t miss Blanco’s powerful and spot-on portrayal of this tireless crusader. Suitable for all ages. Schools, churches and other community groups are invited to inquire about group discounts. Tickets $10, children under 12 $5. For information or reservations call 562-433-3363 or visit www.foundtheatre.org
23 - Wrigley Taking Back Pine Avenue Neighborhood Cleanup on Pine and PCH and Block Party
Email wrigleyvillage@hotmail.com or call (562) 595-6460
27 - Nonviolence Communication Practice Group by Open Door Communication
7-9pm
Contact Bob Kalayjian at 562-754-5334 or email robcal@mac.com.
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MARCH
1-2 - Exclusive Long Beach Engagement of "The Stories of Cesar Chavez"
@ The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd. March 1 (Saturday) @ 8pm
March 2 (Sunday) Matinee @ 2pm
The Found Theatre, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to providing the diverse Long Beach community with high-quality, low-cost theatre, is pleased to present an exclusive two-week engagement of Fred Blanco’s brilliant one-man show, "The Stories of Cesar Chavez." Celebrated as one of the most influential and inspirational civil rights leaders of our time, Chavez fought to bring dignity and social justice to migrant farm workers through his philosophy of peace and hope. Don’t miss Blanco’s powerful and spot-on portrayal of this tireless crusader. Suitable for all ages. Schools, churches and other community groups are invited to inquire about group discounts. Tickets $10, children under 12 $5. For information or reservations call 562-433-3363 or visit www.foundtheatre.org
7- Season for Nonviolence Photography Exhibit Due Date
Turn in submissions to Zephyr Vegetarian Cafe, 340 East 4th Street by March 7.
7 - Conflict Resolution Workshop with discussions on how to prevent violence: Free and Open to the Public
12noon - 2pm @ Long Beach City College (LBCC) Pacific Coast Campus, 1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, Room FF 101, 12-2pm. Contact Anita Gibbins, LBCC Women and Men's Resource Center (562) 938-3987 or email John Malveaux at johnmalveaux@hotmail.com.
8 - "It's My Future" Youth Anti-Violence Conference - FREE
8:30am - 2pm @ Long Beach City College (LBCC) Pacific Coast Campus, 1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, Student Center, contact Anita Gibbins @ (562) 938-3987
This FREE conference will include skits/role plays and discussions written and led by Jordan High School’s Human Relations Committee and the Long Beach WRAP Program. There will also be breakout discussion sessions and a protest against violence at 1pm on the corner of PCH and Orange. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
12 - "A Force More Powerful" Film
7pm @ Namaste Spiritual Center 6695 E. PCH, Suite 125, Long Beach, CA
12 - Nonviolent Conflict Resolution Presentation to the City of Long Beach Community Assistance Team by Dr. Susan Rice
5:30-8pm @ The Village
12 - Nonviolence Communication Practice Group by Open Door Communication
7-9pm Contact Bob Kalayjian at 562-754-5334 or email robcal@mac.com.
*13-30 - Season for Nonviolence Photography Exhibit
@ Zephyr Vegetarian Cafe, 340 East 4th Street
*Reception will be held on March 13 @ 5:30-6:30pm
14-16 - Season for Nonviolence **Mural on display at CCEJ Building Bridges Camp
www.cacej.org
17 - Radio Interview on Unity FM
12 noon PST on www.unity.fm
26 - Nonviolence Communication Practice Group by Open Door Communication
7-9pm Contact Bob Kalayjian at 562-754-5334 or email robcal@mac.com.
31 - Cesar Chavez Annual Lunch, Sponsored by the Office of City of Long Beach Vice Mayor Bonnie Lowenthal, District 1
12 noon @ Cesar Chavez Park, 401 Golden Avenue, Long Beach
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APRIL
3 - A Special FREE Movie Night Featuring FREEDOM WRITERS, presented by Council Member Suja Lowenthal, District 2
5:30pm @ The Long Beach Main Library Auditorium, 101 Pacific Avenue
*FREE parking available in public structure off of Broadway between Chestnut and Cedar
Download Movie Night Flier
4 - Candlelight Vigil & Final Day of A Season for Nonviolence 2008
7-7:45pm @ The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach (@ 6th Street)
Download flier
Join us afterwards for a special performance by the Women's Performance Project (see below)
4 - "Women's Performance Project"
8pm @ The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach (@ 6th Street), Only $5
The Long Beach Performance Project will be taking women’s stories and fleshing them out with actors around the theme of "Be the Change" and "Survival." For more information, call Carol Anne Perini at 213.400.1376 or email her at caperini@gmail.com.
5 - Sanctuary Open Mic Night hosted by Council Member Suja Lowenthal, District 2
@ Hot Java, 2101 East Broadway, Long Beach
**The Season for Nonviolence Mural has been hosted by Wilson High School and will reside at Hot Java, 2101 East Broadway, until the next Season begins in 2009. If you are interested in hosting the mural in 2009, contact Amber Vera at avera@cacej.org or call 562-435-8184.
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