Welcome to the abbreviated holiday weekend version of the Progressive Activist Calendar.
I was having such a good time I almost forget to put it together. Three events you need to to be sure to notice: The #Me Too March (November 25), The first forum featuring Both candidates for District Attorney (November 28), Justice for Johnathan Coronel Protest (December 2)
Check out this week’s Progressive Calendar listings below. Following those listings are upcoming events of national importance, along with opportunities for organizational involvement.
Get your event listed: I try to list the next 10 days or so of mostly non-commercial events I think our readers might find of interest. I source my material from social media listings and press releases. Club meetings will be listed IF there are speakers and they are open to the public.
Democratic Candidates: I will list all non-fundraising events open to the general public. A listing does not imply endorsement. Events that are listed on Facebook as ‘private’ or sold-out are not listed. In cases where there are competing but similar events or campaigns of the progressive persuasion, I do my best to list everything.
November 25
Me Too March
Saturday, November 25, 10am
San Diego Civic Center Plaza
1200 Third Avenue
For More Information
November 25th, 2017 is designated as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women in remembrance of the three Mirabal sisters who were brutally assassinated in 1960 for their political activism in the Dominican Republic. Join us as we come together in solidarity with all who have been assaulted: verbally, physically or sexually. The time has arrived to increase awareness to the depth of this problem, deepen our stand against it and come together to heal and move into celebrating with love the lives of all!
We have had more than enough – No More Abuse in Any Form!
OB Rally Against Short Term Rentals
Saturday, November 25, Noon
Corner Abbott & Voltaire Streets
For More Information
Joins us as speakers talk about the impact of short-term rentals in our communities. We’ll take a short walk to point out some examples.
Barrio Art Jammmm
Saturday, November 25, 5-11pm
La Bodega
2196 Logan Street
For More Information
Art show with 30 artists, 6 bands, including Trio Gadjo and Quinteto Caballero. $10 Donation
El Cajon Food Solidarity Event
Saturday, November 25, 5pm
Wells Park (El Cajon)
1153 East Madison Avenue
For More Information
Hosted by Food Not Bombs San Diego
Food Not Bombs in conjunction with other community groups is holding an event in protest to recent ordinances passed in El Cajon against the public sharing of food.
November 26
San Diego Tenants Union Rally and March
Sunday, November 26, 2pm
Point Loma Community Park
Between Canon & Chadsworth
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Tenants United
We invite the public to come rally and march in support of rent control and against abusive landlords. Some of us might not experience these disadvantages, but it does not mean they don’t exist, and that we should look the other way and pay no attention to the undesirable situations some are forced to accept. This rally can serve communities as an educational experience to situations some may not ever experience.This rally can also connect multiple people who are experiencing these uninhabitable conditions by giving the opportunity to share or hear experiences and achievements.
Community Choice Energy + Short Term Vacation Rentals
Sunday, November 26, 4pm
Point Loma Assembly
3035 Talbot Street
For More Information
Hosted by Point Loma Democratic Club
Climate Action – Sophie Wolfram, Policy Advocate with Climate Action Campaign, will discuss climate change impacts and why cities are ideally suited to lead the global fight to reverse climate change. Her talk will cover the key strategies in San Diego’s Climate Action Plan, including Community Choice Energy, and address San Diego’s implementation efforts since the plan was adopted in 2015.
Short Term Vacation Rentals -Tom Coat approached us to talk about why he’s supporting Barbara Bry’s initiative on STVRs. Tom’s website Neighborhoods for Residents compares and contrasts the proposals that will come before the City Council on December 12th. Councilmember Barbara Bry (club Patron) will be at the meeting, and we’ve also messaged Chris Ward (and David Alvarez).
November 27
YDSA presents Tony – The Movie (Homelessness in San Diego)
Monday, November 27, 4pm
Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
San Diego State University
For More Information
Hosted by Young Democratic Socialists of America at SDSU
Young Democratic Socialists of SDSU welcomes Dennis Stein and Tony Rodriguez to present a screening of locally made documentary Tony the Movie in the Aztec Student Union Theater. Learn about the challenges of homelessness and how the region of San Diego can truely address this issue.
Watch Tony – The Movie and then participate in a panel discussion with:
* Film Subject Tony Rodriguez
* Filmmaker Dennis Stein
Celebrating US!!
Monday, November 27, 6pm
Chalice Unitarian Universalist Congregation
2324 Miller Avenue (Escondido)
For More Information
Event for TOGETHER WE WILL: San Diego North County Inland
Remember January 2017?? It started with the “Womens’ March” and we have NOT stopped. We have been resisting for a year and it’s time to celebrate US and give ourselves a pat on the back.Get yourself to Chalice Church in Escondido, right off Felicita and join in the shenegains!
The celebration is a Potluck/Wine fest (or beer if you prefer). Put a face to all those emails you havie been getting from all the different groups who have been working for us.
What’s in the works: Food, drinks (BYOB), Music, just letting our brains have a rest!! I’ll see you soon fellow RESISTERS! Bring your partner, the more the merrier!
Monthly Meeting – Endorsements and Actions
Monday, November 27, 7pm
Elijah’s Restaurant
7061 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
For More Information
Hosted by Democratic Woman’s Club of San Diego County
Sara Jacobs, candidate for the 49th Congressional District, and Tasha Boerner Horvath, candidate for 76th Assembly District, have confirmed they’ll stop by to introduce themselves. Angela de Joseph will make a proposal to the club from Indivisible Watu.
Emiliana Sparaco will educate us on the actions taking place to flip the 49th. Club members will have updates on events being planned for the anniversary of the Women’s March in January.
November 28
District Attorney Forum
Tuesday, November 28, 7:30pm
Andres Restaurant
1235 Morena Boulevard
For More Information
Hosted by Latino American Political Association of San Diego – LAPA
You won’t want to miss this as Summer Stephan, incumbent SD County District Attorney, and Genevieve Jones-Wright, public defender give us their reasons why they should be San Diego County’s DA.
PS– A little birdie told me they almost ‘forgot’ to invite Genevieve Jones-Wright. Mistake? Maybe, but expect the mud to start flying in this electoral contest. The local GOP establishment is desperate to keep their anointed interim DA in place.
Brown Girls Screening + Panel
Tuesday, November 28, 4pm
Women’s Resource Center at SDSU
5500 Campanile Drive
For More Information
Join us as we screen episodes from the web series Brown Girls and present a panel of women of color who will discuss emotional labor, coming out, and the importance of femme friendships
Collecting Queer History: Lambda Archives and LGBTQ Archives
Tuesday, November 28, 6pm
Diversionary Theater
4545 Park Boulevard (University Heights)
For More Information
Join Lambda Archives of San Diego for a presentation and panel on the history of LGBTQ archives and the importance of collecting LGBTQ history to the social justice movement in San Diego and around the country.
A reception will be held from 6-7 p.m. in the Diversionary Theatre lobby, with the panel and presentation to follow in the main theatre from 7-8:30 p.m.The reception will include a public debut of our California Humanities funded collaborative project with SDSU’s Special Collections & University Archives department. Out On The Left Coast is a visual history of San Diego Pride.
Issa Resistance Rally
Tuesday, November 28, 10am
1800 Thibodo Road (Vista)
Come join the the longest running weekly resistance protest in the country.
November 29
A Better Way to Vote
Wednesday, November 29, 1:45pm
North University Community Library
8820 Judicial Drive
For More Information
Hosted by League of Women Voters of San Diego
Learn about Ranked Choice Voting / Instant Runoff and how to end Gerrymandering through the Fair Representations Act (H.R. 3057)
Our Revolution North County San Diego November General Meeting
Wednesday, November 29, 7pm
Indian Joe Brewing
2123 Industrial Court (Vista)
For More Information
District Attorney candidate *Geneviéve Jones-Wright* will join our Wednesday meeting to present her information and positions as one of the most thoughtful leaders in the San Diego Public Defender Office.
*Corinna Contreras*, candidate for Vista City Council District 1 seat, currently held as an at-large office, will present her positions on the issues facing the unique area represented by District 1.
*Tasha Boerner Horvath*, candidate for State Assembly District 76 seat, currently held by Rocky Chavez, will present her positions on the issues.
*Marggie Castellano*, candidate for California State Senate District 36, currently represented by Patricia Bates, will present her positions on the issues.
Living Like Lorde: Film Screening and Open Mic
Wednesday, November 29, 7pm
Digital Gym Cinema
2921 El Cajon Boulevard (North Park)
For More Information
Hosted by UCSD Critical Gender Studies Program
This month marks the 25th anniversary of Audre Lorde’s passing. The legacy of this self-described “Black, feminist, lesbian, poet, and warrior” has much to teach us about living in this moment in time. Join us as we celebrate the life and work of Audre Lorde.
The free screening of “A Litany for Survival: The Life and Work of Audre Lorde” is open to the San Diego community will be followed by a brief film discussion and an open mic. We invite everyone in attendance to share their original works, read their favorite works by Lorde or simple share their reflections on Audre Lorde. Refreshments will be served.
November 30
Tim Nader for Judge
Thursday, November 30, 6pm
Mangia Italiano
248 Third Avenue (Chula Vista)
For More Information
Please join me for the announcement of my candidacy for San Diego Superior Court Judge! Thanks to Mangia Italiano on Third for providing our venue! This is not a fundraiser and no admission will be charged (though contributions are needed and welcome). Guests may order from the excellent Mangia menu or the buffet. It would be an honor to have you join us for an evening of friendship, Italian food, and an American commitment to a fair and independent judiciary!
Encinitas Unity: Darrell Issa Street-Corner Protest
Thursday, November 30, 5pm
Corner of Encinitas Boulevard & El Camino Real
December 1
World AIDS Day: Tree of Life Ceremony
Friday, November 1, 6pm
Village Hillcrest
3959 5th Avenue
For More Information
Hosted by Metropolitan Community Church
Each year we join Mama’s Kitchen and Village Hillcrest to
commemorate World AIDS Day by recognizing and remembering those affected by AIDS, as well as the ongoing leadership efforts made to end the epidemic. It is an evening of special memories, singing and sharing, and a candle lighting to honor those affected by AIDS.
Barrio Logan Toy Drive Fundraiser
Breezin Band is Back with Us
Friday, November 1, 6pm
Don Diego VFW Post 7420
2100 Logan Avenue
For More Information
Our 26th Year. Breezin Band is back with us. Along with DJ Favorite Wicho keeping everyone dancing all night long. This is a 100% FREE EVENT we just ask you to bring a toy and if possible contribute a $5-$10 Donation that keeps Operation “No Smile Left Behind” Continuing all year long. This Toy Drive helps us get 300 kids toys that more than likely only see our toys for Christmas. It’s your toys and donations that put smiles on over 500 kids a year. Food Will be Served, Beer will be cold.
December 2
Justice for Jonathon Coronel March and Rally
Saturday, December 2, 11am
567 West Vista Drive (Vista)
For More Information
Hosted by NAN San Diego & Imperial Counties</a
The National Action Network, Council on American Islamic Relations, Showing up for Racial Justice, California Latinas for reproductive justice and many other groups are planning a march in Vista, CA to remember Jonathan Coronel an unarmed Latino man who was killed by a San Diego County Sheriff in Vista, CA while surrendering. He was shot 22 times and hit 16 times by San Diego Sheriff Villenueva. Now many are gathering in Vista with an urgent call to action on his case and calling all from around the county to join in this march to send a thorough message to the authorities and powers that be that the fight for justice in Jonathan’s killing will continue with vigor and passion.
In the Coronel case, Officer Villanueva shot at Jonathan Coronel, an unarmed man 16 times, striking his body 15 times, and causing 22 gunshot wounds. Coronel ran from the deputy and went into the backyard of a house. As coronel was surrendering with a shirt over his head Villanueva intentionally fired his gun all over Coronel’s body. The coroner report describes 4 gun shots in his back, the rest all over his body, including his front chest, legs, arms, etc.
Second Annual Undocumented Youth Conference 2017
Saturday, December 2, 8:30am
Palomar College
1140 West Mission Road (San Marcos)
For More Information
The Second Annual Undocumented Youth Conference will have workshops to provide information and resources for the undocumented community. It will take place in the Student Union and Multidisciplinary Building of the Palomar College San Marcos campus (MD-203, 204, 205, 206).
Technology in Resistance – Training on Twitter & Hustle
Saturday, December 2, 10am
3503 Camino Del Rio South
For More Information (RSVP)
Technology has become a powerful tool in the Resistance! Public policies are actively discussed on Twitter every minute of the day. In addition to phone calls & faxes, we now have apps such as Hustle, ResistBot, Countable, etc that are all designed to help you communicate your message to Member of Congress.
You heard all about Twitter & Hustle, but yet know how to use them! Don’t worry about it, because we are setting up training to help you with it. We will be holding FREE training sessions all day from 10am-4pm. Each session will be one hour. RSVP, please.
Defend the Dream for All Californians
Saturday, December 2, 1pm
Luz Duran Park
340 East Townsite Drive (Vista)
For More Information
Hosted by ACLU of San Diego and Imperial Counties
Join the ACLU on Saturday, December 2 to defend the Dream for all Californians. Join with us to tell Congressman Issa to pass a clean Dream Act now. 1pm: Canvass, Demonstrate – 3pm: March
Let’s bring the passion and the numbers to convince Congressman Darrell Issa to vote to pass a clean Dream Act without delay. Let’s demonstrate our solidarity with 800,000 undocumented youth across the country. It will be our greatest push for the Dream Act and we need 400 people to respond to this call to action. We have a few special activities planned to attract lots of attention to this important civil rights cause. Congressman Issa’s vote is critical to victory. Help us to encourage him to stand on the right side of history and in support of our undocumented youth and allies.
38th Annual OB Holiday Parade
Saturday, December 2, 5:05pm
Along Newport Avenue
For More Information
Our 2017 Parade Theme is “California Dreamin’ in the Season of Love.”
For nearly four decades, our quaint little surfing village of Ocean Beach has hosted one of the best Holiday Parades in SoCal. On Saturday, December 2nd, Newport Avenue is lined with colorful OBceans and visitors all eagerly awaiting the commencement of the 38th Annual OB Holiday Parade.
December 3
San Diego Indivisible Downtown December Meeting
Sunday, December 3, 1:30pm
Border X Brewing
2181 Logan Avenue (Barrion Logan)
For More Information
New members are invited to arrive at 1:30pm, and our meeting will start at 2:00. The meeting should wrap up around 3:30 – please stay after and join us for our 2nd Activism Rocks party! We’ll be painting rocks to leave around San Diego with positive messages and some Indivisible info.
Refugee Renaissance
Sunday, December 3, 6pm
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado (Balboa Park)
For More Information (Tickets)
Hosted by Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans – PANA
Join us in raising awareness for refugees through art, poetry, and stories. The Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans (PANA) with the support of The Mingei International Museum will be hosting an event to show the plight of refugees. The experience of being a refugee, their journey, their life, their people’s history. To give a platform to the voices rarely heard, so we can better understand what it means to be a refugee. Sharing their experience through poetry, oral stories, photography, paintings, and other creative/artistic mediums. Come join us for a special night of solidarity, and reflection
December 4
A CA49 Townhall with Congressman Jimmy Gomez
Monday, December 4, 5:30pm
UCSD
For More Information (Tickets)
Hosted by SoCal Health Care Coalition and UCSD College Democrats
Only Eventbrite RSVP’d guests will be allowed.
Rep. Jimmy Gomez, newly elected to replace Xavier Becerra’s vacated seat, represents CA 34. He is a working-class progressive fighting to lift working families, defend our environment, and protect and expand access to high quality, affordable health care.
He’ll be in Darrell Issa’s district on December 4 to call upon Rep. Issa to oppose any legislation that guts health care services to provide billionaires with tax cuts. He’ll also answer questions and respond to the current Republican plan to take away everyday people’s access to Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance through the ACA.
Save the Date
Protest For a Free and Open Internet
December 7, 5pm
Verizon Store
7035 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
Hear Our Vote | Anniversary Women’s March
Saturday, January 20, Noon
Waterfront Park, Embarcadero
San Diego Handmaids March
Sunday, January 21, 11am
Planned Parenthood
2017 First Ave
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the note about the 3 most important actions as a good addition. i wouldn’t mind seeing you continue that at the top of the calendar.