Coming EventsWednesday, May 21, 2008
6:30 PM to 6:30 PM Speak Out Festival Kick Off Screening of This Beggar’s Description Philip Tétrault is a talented writer who, suffering from schizophrenia, has been locked up in jails and psych wards, kicked out of the house by desperate friends and family and spent long periods living on the streets of Montreal. Philip survives this mental illness and publishes his poetry. Leonard Cohen, who appears in the film, has his songs woven throughout. (PG) Performances by Julie McNamara(UK) MOMO Dance (AB) Disability Action Hall (AB) The Speak Out Festival, a week-long celebration of disability pride and culture! proudtobedisabled.com Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 pm Donation only $10 (100% C$) at the door Plaza Theatre, 1133 Kensington Road NW 270-3200 films.arusha.org Saturday, June 14, 2008
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sunnyside Mandala In Sanskrit, mandala translates into “sacred circle.” Mandalas are created by cultures all over the world in groups celebrating community and honouring our earth. We invite you to paint this 30’ art piece and help transform our city! Bring painting clothes, non-toxic paint, and brushes. Time commitments vary so register for this free event at audrya@alwaystimeforcreation.com or 270-3200 Saturday June 14, 9-9 New Edinborough Park 5a St. and 3 Ave NW - Sunnyside sponsored by Susan Harrigan/Leslie Schroeder-Homelife Cityscape Realtors, Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association, Always Time for Creation, Take Action Grants Wednesday, June 18, 2008
6:30 PM to 6:30 PM An evening of entertainment, short films, live music, education, and action to reduce pesticides in Calgary! Music by Anne Loree and The Michael Frisby Band. Phoning Blitz Booth. Calgary City Council is currently considering a bylaw. Contact your alderman to support phasing out pesticides in Calgary. Wednesday, June 18, 2008 6:30 pm Tickets $10 (%100 C$) @ door. Plaza Theatre 1133 Kensington Rd. NW Act now for a Pesticide Phase Out Bylaw! www.healthycalgary.ca
Calgary Dollars Potluck/MarketCalgary Dollars Potlucks take place on the second Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Potlucks are held at the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association (HSCA). The address is 1320 5 Ave NW.Potlucks are an excellent opportunity to sell items for Calgary Dollars, meet other members of the Calgary Dollars Community, or sign up to become a new member. Please bring a small food item (enough to share with about six people). If you'd like to set up a table of items for sale in C$, please call our office at 270-8002.
Happy HourHappy Hours are held on the last Friday of every month from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Each Happy Hour has a theme, and a short speaker or information session followed by lively discussion. We also have beer for sale in C$ and snacks. This event is held at the Arusha Office, located at 223 - 12 Avenue SW, in the Old Y. Please note that there is no Happy Hour in December.
Action FilmsArusha Action Films are shown once a month. Entrance is payable in 100% Calgary Dollars. For more information, see the Arusha Action Films website: films.arusha.org
Take Action Grant Applications Due First of the MonthTake Action Grants have been issued by Calgary Dollars (C$) since it began circulating complementary currency in 1996. These grants, issued in 50% C$ and Canadian dollars, are designated for social and environmental projects in Calgary. Grants help educate Calgarians about the role of complementary currency, expand the amount of C$ in circulation, educate Calgarians about social and environmental issues in our city, and provide much-needed funds to initiatives. website: calgarydollars.ca/grants News & AnnouncementsCalgary Folk Festival Song-writing Contest 2008 The Arusha Centre has sponsored a $500 prize for The Arusha Justice Song in the 2008 Calgary Folk Festival song-writing contest. Entries are now closed but look to www.calgaryfolkfest.com and the Ship and Anchor for contest event dates! Arusha Promotes Buy Nothing Christmas Arusha Promotes Buy Nothing Christmas on Calgary's Stephen Avenue Mall Arusha's Revolutionary Choir Take the Stage at November Action Film Arusha's Revolutionary Choir Take the Stage at November Action Film Breakfast Television Hosts Arusha and Calgary Dollars Breakfast Television program hosts Arusha and Calgary Dollars to help promote the Natural Family Fair Calgary Election Super Hero Winner $500 was awarded to Dandi and the Lady (and the Coalition for a Healthy Calgary) who were voted in as the winner of the Arusha Superhero Contest. Over 300 people voted with a tight race between Anti-Sprawl Man, Transportus, and Red Tape Power Suitor. 40 people gathered at the Arusha Activist Happy Hour on Friday to talk about election issues raised by the Superhero contest. Ward 8 Alderman Madeleine King presented the cheque to the winners and praised Arusha as leaders in creativity, inspiring Calgarians to become more involved. Pesticide-free Calgary, Yes Men, Escape from Suburbia, and Puppet Power! Here's some pictures from recent Arusha events The Arusha Centre is supported by funders AND by community members like you. Join The Friends of Arusha by making a monthly tax deductible donation through direct debit. Call 270-3200 to find out how or email arusha@arusha.org Arusha Shirts at the RocketVisit the Rocket T-shirt Shop to get a free Arusha logo transferred onto your favourite activist shirt. The Rocket is located at 106-10 St NW or 738-17 Ave SW 
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