Community Events
Screening From A Silk Cocoon
Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley 1 Lawson Road, Kensington, CA, United StatesThe discovery of a small metal box leads to the uncovering of a family story, shrouded in silence for more than 60 years. Woven through their censored letters, diary entries, and haiku poetry, is the true story of a young Japanese American couple whose shattered dreams and forsaken loyalties lead [...]
Combatants for Peace – Presentation/Documentary Clip/Discussion
St. John's Presbyterian of Berkeley 2727 College Ave, Berkeley, CA, United StatesIn 2006, Israeli and Palestinian former combatants, people who had taken an active role in the conflict, laid down their weapons and established Combatants for Peace. The egalitarian, bi-national, grassroots organization was founded on the belief that the cycle of violence can only be broken when Israelis and Palestinians join [...]
Racial Justice Community Forum
Danville Congregational Church (UCC) 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Danville, CA, United StatesVeterans’ Day Vigil – Crosses of Lafayette
Crosses of Lafayette Deer Hill Road, Lafayette, CA, United StatesThe community will gather to honor our veterans lost in our ongoing wars. Join us as we gather with music, poetry, prayer and reflection. This event is open to the public and all are welcome. The crosses are located at Deer Hill Road across from the Lafayette BART station.
DANCE FOR HOPE! A Gathering for All Ages
Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church 55 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek, United StatesWith an Open Heart and Spirit, Dance to World Music! Trance, African, Salsa, Funk, Electronic, Rock, Middle Eastern, Hip-Hop, Nuevo Flamenco, Fusion Jazz DJ - Kaleo Ching Drums - Mary Ferrick Saturday, Nov 11, 2017 7 to 9pm Fundraiser for MDUUC Youth Group Donation: $5 per [...]
Community-wide Kristallnacht Commemoration: The Crime of Complicity
B'nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way, Walnut Creek, CA, United StatesCommunity-wide Kristallnacht Commemoration: The Crime of Complicity Sunday, November 12, 3:00 PM Congregation B’nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way, Walnut Creek If you are a bystander and witness a crime, should intervention to prevent that crime be a legal obligation? Intertwining the personal with historical scholarship, Amos Guiora will take us [...]
Racial Justice Community Forum – Pittsburg
Youth Development Center 1001 Stoneman Avenue, Pittsburg, CA, United StatesA community forum on racial justice presented by the Contra Costa County Racial Justice Task Force. Food will be provided.
Advent Day of Renewal with Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, OFM
San Damiano Retreat 710 Highland Dr., Danville, CAEnjoy a day of presentations, reflection, and prayer. Cost is $40 and includes lunch.
Racial Justice Community Forum – Richmond
DeJean Middle School 3400 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond, CA, United StatesA community forum on racial justice presented by the Contra Costa County Racial Justice Task Force. Food will be provided.
13th Annual Homeless Memorial Service
Concord United Methodist Church 1645 West St., Concord, CA, United States13th Annual Anka Behavioral Health Homeless Memorial Service A celebration of life for the homeless men and women who have passed over the last year. Friday, November 17th from 10:00 to 1:00 pm. Lunch at noon. Concord United Methodist Church 1645 West St., Concord Lunch provided by Church Women United. [...]