Monday, August 31, 2009

INVITE + RSVP: ARC Fall Equinox meet-up. Sept 18-20th.



Hello ARC.:..

[[Please send this out to others who may be interested [keeping it
centered within the AZ Infoshop, radical organizing community]].

Everyone at the Catalyst Infoship [yes, ship] would like to invite
you all to come join us for the:

Arizona Radical Coalition [ARC] Fall Equinox Meet-up.
Sept. 18-20th.
Catalyst Infoship
Prescott.AZ.



The focus of this meet-up will be [but not limited to] TAKE BACK THE
MEDIA: what are we using now for media, AZ Indymedia check-in, what
changes would we like to see, how can we create better media and
communication within the env. + social justice activist communities here
in Arizona?
[[[[AND]]]
NON-MARKET URBAN AGRICULTURE MOVEMENTS IN PRESCOTT [aka Karma Farm]
farm tour bike rides, how does it work, how did it all begin, internal
critique, etc.

Living Agenda:

Friday [optional] 18th
------------------
12pm- come help cook Food Not Bombs @ The Cataylst
3pm- Come help eat FNB [corner of Gurley + Montezuma in the Courthouse
square].
4pm-come help with FNB dishes @ Catalyst.
4-7pm- [open.creekside walk.nap.check out the improved Catalyst space].
7pm- intros/ check-ins. brainstorming and initial layout for agenda for
the weekend by Catalyst folks and whoever else would like to come help
out.


Saturday, 19th
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9:30am-breakfast grub. [dumpstered bread, fruit, whatever you can bring
and share]
10am-intros. hellos.solidify agenda for the weekend with the larger group.
12-2pm- REGIONAL CHECK-INS, new issues, report-backs [Flag, PHX, Tucson, ?]
3-7pm-carry out collectively created agenda.

Sunday, 20th
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KARMA FARM DAY.
-farm tour bike rides, theory, dig in the dirt, get inspired.
-open discussion on other models in other towns.
-how does it work? how small scale de-centralized anti-capitalist urban
farming works.
-say goodbyes and give hi-fives!

[optional]
12pm-help cook FNB!
3pm-HELP Eat FNB!
4pm-help clean up FNB!
5-?pm- go to Granite Creek Park and HAVE FUN!!!



PLEASE RSVP IF AND WHEN YOU PLAN TO COME ASAP. [before Sept 15th].
CAMPING SPOTS ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE IN PRESCOTT.
IF YOU DESIRE INDOOR HOUSING, JUST LET US KNOW WELL IN ADVANCE.
BRING FOOD FOR ALL [IF YOU CAN]. WE'LL TRY TO PROVIDE FOR ALL!

love.+.ruckus.
-the Catalyst Crew.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Beer and Revolution: Joel Olson on fanaticism

Collin Sick

Phoenix Class War Council is happy to invite valley anarchists to the best non-sectarian anarchist political night EVER! The third Beer & Revolution is this coming Sunday, August 16, held once again at Boulders on Broadway in Tempe.

Our last event was fantastic, over 40 people packed the room at Boulders for Joey G's talk on art, resistance, and alternatives to capitalist economics. This month we are very happy to host Joel Olson, a long time anarchist, author, and agitator, speaking on fanaticism and the struggle against white supremacy. Joel was a member of the late continental anarchist federation Love & Rage, a founding member of Phoenix Copwatch, is currently involved in Bring the Ruckus, "a national organization of revolutionaries organizing to fight white supremacy and build dual power," and has written a book, "The Abolition of White Democracy." Most recently Joel has written extensively on the historical role of the fanatical political actor, in particular during the abolitionist anti-slavery movements, and more currently on the impact of the anti-abortion movement in polarizing the national debate. His study of fanaticism as a critical force against political moderation had been of great interest to us at PCWC, as has Joel's writings and political work aimed at attacking white supremacy. We expect this next B&R to be a fantastic discussion for anyone interested in the politics of fanaticism, the struggle against white supremacy, and the possibilities for a truly free and democratic society. Join us for some cold beers, and all the debate, thought, criticism, and inspiration this event may generate.

As usual, Beer & Revolution kicks off at 9 PM, and Joel will give his talk shortly after 9:30, so show up on time, grab some beers, meet some new people, and settle in for what guarantees to be another great political social night. Look forward to seeing you!