from Instagram
this wednesdays we’re watching coconut revolution! a documentary about decolonization, environmental destruction and revolution. as always it’s from 5pm to 8pm at LAVA
[December 21 at LAVA Space 4134 Lancaster Av]
Coconut Revolution at LAVA Library
Gas Masks for Standing Rock
from Facebook
We cannot go, but we pledge resistance from afar, and do this by contributing our resources (money )
We will show video clips, have discussion , EAT, and pass the ba$ket!
[December 4 from 7pm to 9pm at A-Space 4722 Baltimore Ave]
graffiti spotted in west philadelphia 11/15
Submission
Philly To Standing Rock, We Got Your Back!
from It’s Going Down
AGAINST ALL PIPELINES (A) #NODAPL
Standing Rock Benefit Gig
from Facebook
Come on out in solidarity with the Water Protectors
Haldol–https://haldol.bandcamp.com/
Cape Of Bats–https://capeofbats.bandcamp.com/
Penetrode–https://penetrode.bandcamp.com/
Complex–(first gig)
i’m at a loss for words on this one. any kind of statement that i make would be trite because you know as much or more than i do. if there is an up-to-date statment from tribal leadership, or folks who are actually there, i would be very interested in including that in the event description
[November 11 from 7PM to 11PM at the Farm]
Philly Solidarity March with Standing Rock #NoDAPL
from Facebook
In response to the Global Weeks of Action called by the Red Warrior Camp and Camp of the Sacred Stones, Philadelphia will be marching in solidarity with Indigneous land defenders on the Standing Rock reservation in North Dakota.
Sunoco Logistics is currently trying to build the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) that threatens cultural sites on the reservation, and TD Bank has provided a loan for construction of the DAPL, an 1,120 mile fracked-oil pipeline. The pipeline would be installed underneath the Missouri River a 1/2 mile upstream of the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation.
Last week, DAPL crews bulldozed through recently identified burial grounds and sacred sites, deploying attack dogs when confronted by non-violent water protectors.
Sunoco Logistics and TD Bank both have a presence in Philadelphia and are actively profiting off of this cultural genocide and the destruction of water and Earth. We will be marching through downtown Philly, starting at Philly City Hall (15th and Market).
In the spirit of the Camps this protest will be completely non-violent.
[September 17 from 1pm to 2:30pm at City Hall (15th and Market)]
Standing Rock Solidarity Fundraiser Dinner
from Facebook
Come support the unified efforts of the Native Americans and all those standing up for our Waters, Mother Earth, and all of her Inhabitants. We will gather At Ahimsa House, Monday the 12th at 7:30 to share food and a fire circle. Please come to support our relatives in North Dakota who are praying for the protection of their sacred sites, water and land to not be destroyed by the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Sliding scale donation: $8- $30.00, no one denied ever…
All Proceeds will be sent to the Water Protectors camp in North Dakota at the gates of pipeline construction site.
[September 12 from 7:30PM to 10:30PM at Ahimsa House]
Planning Mtg – Philly #NoDAPL Solidarity / Tues 9/6- 7PM
from Facebook
Things are escalating in Standing Rock and we need to unify, act now!…so if you are in Philadelphia region, come join us.
LOCATION: 720 5th Street, #311 – buzz to let you in.
Time: 7PM
GENERAL GOALS:
– Plan Upcoming Actions
– Trip to DC!?
– Review Logistics – Media/PublicRelations/Contacts/Fundraising..etc
– & anything else we may need to check in or table it.
MORE INFO:
The Dakota Access pipeline would transport over 500,000 barrels of oil each day across four states. It would cross the Missouri river twice. One crossing occurs half a mile north of the Standing Rock Reservation, at a location of great cultural significance. Pipeline failure is an eventuality, and the Standing Rock Sioux would be the first hit by the tainted water supply (some 10 million down river would also be affected).
A large grassroots campaign killed the northern leg of the KXL pipeline and we can do it again! While many of us are unable to travel to North Dakota, we can still support their struggle with donations and by organizing solidarity rallies. Solidarity rallies send a clear signal: you are not alone and your message is resonating far and wide.
[Septermber 6 from 7PM to 9PM at 720 N5th St]
Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance – Native American Cinema
from Facebook
Alanis Obomsawin’s landmark documentary chronicles the cataclysmic 1990 standoff that occurred between the Canadian Army, Quebec police, and members of the Mohawk Nation determined to defend their land from the planned encroachment of a golf course. The astounding incidents, captured by Obomsawin during the 78-day ordeal, form a double portrait: of an indifferent government, and a people prepared to maintain their dignity at any cost.
Presented as part of Through Indian Eyes: Native American Cinema, May 27-June 9, a landmark touring program of 20 stunning independent films directed by Native Americans, organized by the UCLA Television & Film Archive.
Preceded by
LYE
[8PM May 28 at International House Philadelphia 3701 Chestnut]
[Tickets]
ALERT ALERT SATURDAY 2/6: Racists Rally in Reading, Misogynists/Rape Advocates Rally in Philly
from Philly Antifa
Anti-Fascists in and around Eastern PA will have their dance card full this Saturday.
First up that morning, there is an Anti-Refugee rally being organized by whatever types of people want to be first in line to oppress and harass people fleeing for their lives under the banner of “America First: End Sharia Law.” IDAVOX has more info on their site , but the event has the endorsement of at least one PA “politician” Berks County Republican committeeman , and is likely to draw members of the Keystone State “Skinheads” and “3%ers” movement, a faction of the militia movement that have been in the news recently due to their involvement in the occupation of Malhuer National Wildlife Refuge, which is (of course) stolen Native land.
A counter protest has been announced by Central PA Antifa. Both rallies will take place at the Berks County Court house at Noon on Saturday 2/6/2016. Anyone who can get there to show support to our fellow Anti-Racists and Anti-Fascists should do so.
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Finally, here in Philadelphia Saturday night, a demonstration has been called to counter a meetup by a group of internet troll misogynists and “Men’s Rights Activists” that is being organized by (among others) Daryush “Roosh V” Valizadeh.
Valizadeh runs a website called “Return of Kings” which specializes in Anti-Women vitriol but also features tons of Anti-GLBT and racist postings (Link is NOT to their stupid fucking site). Valizadeh has been quoted as saying he supports legalizing rape “on private property.”
The meetup is one of over 100 worldwide. If is an effort by Return of Kings members to move from strictly online crying to crying in person. Probably because of the inevitable beating these fools will receive, if not on Saturday then one day really soon.
If you were ever unfortunate enough to read their site, you know that these guys have no idea what they’re talking about. One article they had was literally just 60 sexist quotes from a book of sexist quotations written over 100 years ago as some kind of evidence of the age old wisdom of misogyny in an attempt to get everyone to roll back their concepts of gender and sexuality to the level of the most reactionary idiots publishing books during the McKinley presidency.
What it is about our society that makes us produce people who think they live in a world without consequences? Is it a fundamental misunderstanding of the intent and scope of “freedom of speech?” Who knows?
What is known is that the local Return of Kings meetup rally and redirect point is in Washington Square Park at 7:30pm Saturday night. A protest has been called at the park for the same time and location. Already Valizadeh is decrying the worldwide effort to shut down his events and (in this author’s opinion) laying the groundwork for what will inevitably be a lot of cancellations and last minute alterations.
Antifa Philadelphia hopes to see everyone in the streets this Saturday.
