Events
All Out on April 19th—International Day of Protest
Free Mumia!
On 27 March, the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of upholding the frame-up conviction of Mumia Abu-Jamal. In turning down Mumia’s appeal for a new trial, the Court ordered a new sentencing hearing to decide whether he is again to be sentenced to die or condemned to the living death of life in prison.
With this horrendously unjust ruling the courts signaled that for Mumia, a former Black Panther, MOVE supporter and eloquent “voice of the voiceless,” proof of innocence is not legally admissible. The evidence is clear: Mumia is the innocent victim of a racist, politically-motivated frame-up. On April 19th there will be a mass demonstration in Philadelphia to demand Mumia’s freedom, with supporting demonstrations in cities around the world. All out for Mumia on April 19th!
Saturday April 19, 1 pm
U.S. Consulate, 360 University Ave
between Dundas St. and Queen St.
Fanning the Flames of Discontent:
Night of Music for the Solidarity of Working People
Saturday, April 19th 8pm
Concord Café 937 Bloor St. West (near Ossington)
Featuring:
* Rebel Girl (Guelph)
* Dynamite Plan! (New York)
* Smokey Dymny & Kevin Barrett (Toronto)
Cover $10 All door proceeds to support retiring radical folk legend Utah Phillips
Presented by the Toronto Branch of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW)
Contact:
416-919-7392
iwwtoronto@gmail.com
http://www.iww.org
MAY DAY OF ACTION: STATUS FOR ALL!
Saturday, May 3, 2008
12 Noon
No One Is Illegal-Toronto is calling on all allies and supporters to endorse and help organise the May Day of Action for Status for All on Saturday, May 3rd.
Millions across North America have taken to the streets in the last two years, demanding Status for All! In Toronto, workers, students, trade unionists, activists and community members have led passionate demonstrations calling for justice and dignity for immigrants and refugees.
We continue to fight against the Conservative government's ongoing attacks on migrant communities. The last year has seen unprecedented targeting of refugees in Sanctuary. Asylum seekers have been arrested from schools, workplaces and even hospital beds. Families have been torn apart. Over 12,000 friends, family, and community members have been deported.
Dear friends and comrades,
We are happy to announce that we will be launching the next issue of Upping the Anti at 8pm on Thursday, May 8th 2008 in Toronto at the Concorde Cafe ( 937 Bloor St - just east of Dovercourt at Ossington Station). We will be announcing further launch events in Vancouver, Ottawa, and Sudbury and elsewhere in the next few weeks.
Below is the introduction to our next issue which provides an overview of what you'll find in this issue. As always, we encourage you to check out our website for content from past issues and to get information about how to subscribe to the journal.
Introduction to Issue 6 of Upping the Anti
This event is being jointly organized by CUPE 3903 First Nations Solidarity Working Group, the Black Action Defense Committee, and the Anarchist Black Cross Federation – Toronto Chapter.
Saturday May 10th, 2008 1pm to 8pm at the Concorde Cafe
1pm – 2:30pm Movie Screenings: Viewing of several short films by Tracy Bomberry and Tom Keefer on the Six Nations reclamation.
2:30pm – 4:00pm UPDATE AND BACKGROUNDER ON THE STRUGGLE AT SIX NATIONS.
Bryan Skye on the current status of negotiations, the history of the Haldimand tract, and the connection between indigenous and environmental struggles. Ruby Monture on the status of ongoing land rights struggles in Brantford. Adam Hill on the historic links between indigenous and anti-racist struggles, the upcoming solidarity festival in Six Nations, and his experiences at the reclamation site.
4:00pm – 5:30pm: HOW CAN NON-NATIVES BUILD SUPPORT FOR SIX NATIONS?
Bad Books Club (Second Sunday of the Month)
A regular reading group for anarchists and fellow travelers in the GTA.
Hosted by Common Cause
http://linchpin.ca
May book: Free Women of Spain By Martha Akelsberg.
Sunday May 11
6:00pm
Back room of the Concord Cafe
Address: 937 Bloor Street West, Toronto
Nearest Major Intersection: Ossington Ave & Bloor St W
Punchclock Showcase No. 2: Shawn Brant Is No Criminal!*
**Two Days of Art and Music in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty and the Tyendinaga Legal Defense Fund*
*Date: Friday, May 16 and **Saturday, May 17, 2008*
*Time: Gallery open for viewing daily at **11 am*
* Friday Night Music: doors at **9 pm** *(19 +)
* Saturday Night Music: doors at **8 pm** *(All ages)
*Where: Whippersnapper Gallery, **587A College Street*
*Admission: free during the day; evening shows $5 - $15 sliding scale*
*Punchclock Launches Showcase No. 2:** ** Shawn Brant Is No Criminal!*
*Two Days of Art and Music in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty and the Tyendinaga Legal Defense Fund*
*The Punchclock Collective* invites Toronto to *Showcase No.2*, a music and art extravaganza held over two days in May at the Whippersnapper Gallery.
Punchclock Showcase No. 2: Shawn Brant Is No Criminal!*
**Two Days of Art and Music in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty and the Tyendinaga Legal Defense Fund*
*Date: Friday, May 16 and **Saturday, May 17, 2008*
*Time: Gallery open for viewing daily at **11 am*
* Friday Night Music: doors at **9 pm** *(19 +)
* Saturday Night Music: doors at **8 pm** *(All ages)
*Where: Whippersnapper Gallery, **587A College Street*
*Admission: free during the day; evening shows $5 - $15 sliding scale*
*Punchclock Launches Showcase No. 2:** ** Shawn Brant Is No Criminal!*
*Two Days of Art and Music in Support of Indigenous Sovereignty and the Tyendinaga Legal Defense Fund*
*The Punchclock Collective* invites Toronto to *Showcase No.2*, a music and art extravaganza held over two days in May at the Whippersnapper Gallery.
MONTREAL'S 9th ANARCHIST BOOKFAIR
Saturday, MAY 17, 10am to 6pm
CEDA, 2515 rue Delisle
(near the Lionel-Groulx metro)
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--> The largest anarchist event in North America.
--> Part of the month-long Festival of Anarchy (May 2008).
--> Followed by a full day of Anarchist Presentations and Workshops (May 18, 2008).
--> Bring your kids! Kids activities and free childcare on-site.
[The main space is wheelchair accessible. For more information or to inquire about other accessibility needs, see our accessibility policy -- http://www.anarchistbookfair.ca/en/node/6 or contact the collective.]
--> DEADLINE REMINDERS
Reminder: Deadline for workshop and presentation proposals for the Bookfair (May 17) and the Day of Workshop and Presentations (May 18) is this coming MARCH 3, 2008! More info about workshop proposals below or at: http://www.anarchistbookfair.ca/en/node/9
