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Free E-Waste Electronics Recycling Event by Sonoma County Waste Management Agency, last updated: Mar 06, 2010 03:55 PM
To make it more convenient for residents and businesses to dispose of their waste properly, the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency conducting free electronics collection events on March 13 & 14.
What the Allies Expect from the United States by World Affairs Council, last updated: Mar 02, 2010 10:34 PM
What do our Allies think of our current strategy in Iraq and Afghanistan? What do they expect us to do to in other places around the world? Is the U.S. expected to be the World’s No. 1 policeman, traffic cop and disaster aid supplier? Answers to these questions and others will be supplied by a long time friend of the United States, Robert J. O'Neill, Chairman of the International Academic Advisory Committee in the United States Study Centre, Sydney, Australia.
Sonoma County Animal Care - Volunteer Information Sessions by County of Sonoma, last updated: Mar 02, 2010 10:33 PM
The mission of the Shelter's volunteer program is to help provide the best quality care for the Shelter's animals, and to find suitable homes for as many of our adoptable animals as possible. Volunteer Info Sessions take place Wednesday, March 10 from 6-8pm, Saturday, March 13 from 9-11am, Wednesday, April 14 from 6-8pm, and Saturday, April 17 from 9-11am.
Luther Burbank Rose Parade -- "Rose Pedals" by Downtown Santa Rosa, last updated: Mar 01, 2010 01:20 AM
One of Sonoma County's most honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California.
Junk Food Bingo by Elsie Allen Project Grad, last updated: Feb 28, 2010 11:50 PM
Tons of fun for all ages. Win a Loaded Bag of Junk Food. Great Food and Snack Bar. Wonderful Raffle. 14 Game Packet for $10.00. Packets can be shared among Friends and Family. Quickie games played throughout the evening. Held at Elsie Allen High School Gym. Benefits Elsie Allen High School Project Grad-Senior Safe and Sober Celebration.
Human Rights Awareness Tour -- March 1& 2 by Associated Students Productions, last updated: Feb 28, 2010 11:45 PM
The Human Rights Awareness Tour goal is simply to let people know in a positive way about the existence and benefits of human rights. The HRAT is not here to push any political agenda, religious ideology, force actions upon anyone, or tell people what to do. They want to show people that human rights are a positive force and a cause for celebration, but ultimately they want people to come to their own conclusions about the best way to support these rights. Presented by Sonoma State University's ASP in collaboration with JUMP.
20100226-CA-storm.GIF by Empire Report Editor, last updated: Feb 26, 2010 01:48 PM
City Council Downtown Subcommittee Meeting by Downtown Santa Rosa, last updated: Feb 25, 2010 01:41 AM
Being discussed at this meeting: downtown security, Courthouse Square design process, Progressive Parking Policies, Amgen Tour of California, Take it From the Tap, Earth Day, Santa Rosa Avenue Corridor Plan, and the Downtown Program
Company by Sonoma State University, last updated: Feb 25, 2010 01:31 AM
Set in a vibrant, chaotic Manhattan, Stephen Sondheim's "Company" thrusts us into Bobby's world: sexy characters; hilarious lyrics; and his many attempts to find happiness. Bobby's friends want him to settle down and get married. But, 35-year-old Bobby wants to know "What do you get?" In the end, Bobby discovers what "Being Alive" is "really about."
SSU Student Show at the Phantom Gallery: Food for Thought by City of Santa Rosa, last updated: Feb 25, 2010 01:01 AM
Opening on February 26th, the Phantom Gallery is excited to present a group show of Sonoma State University Art Students. Organized by professors Michael Schwager and Mark Perlman, the exhibit is a collection of conceptual student works produced in their Theory & Practice Class. This advanced seminar course combines lecture and activity, with an emphasis on exploration of new methods and materials outside student's usual medium. On display 02/26-04/08.
Download the petition, sign it, and mail it in NOW! by Joanne Gifford, last updated: Feb 24, 2010 09:14 PM
Download the petition, sign it, and mail it in NOW!
Is The Press Democrat Attempting to Manipulate Local Elections? by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 19, 2010 09:34 PM
An analysis of the Press Democrat's and its affiliates' recent commentaries about Petaluma's proposed Target project reveals a pattern raising troubling questions. Has the region's largest news institution been guilty of an ideological bias? Has it been ignoring the public's well-being in order to manipulate upcoming elections?
Shameless in Petaluma by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 19, 2010 12:05 AM
What do Regency Developers, Petaluma Council Member Mike Healy, and the Press Democrat have in common? I fear it's a shameless disregard for the truth.
Audio Investigation: Desensitization in the Age of Terrorism by Peter B Collins, last updated: Feb 18, 2010 09:21 PM
In Peter B Collins' latest audio investigation, he and Sibel Edmonds interview Coleen Rowley, a 24-yr-FBI agent who came to national attention in June 2002, when she testified before Congress about serious lapses before 9/11 that helped account for the failure to prevent the attacks. They discuss a range of ethical issues arising from our country's responses to terrorism.
Critical Thinking Can be Controversial, but Fun? by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 18, 2010 11:55 AM
Whether or not thinking critically is so easy a caveman can do it, it can be fun enough to make a potentially controversial required college class enjoyable, and remains important enough to require.
Dollars for Death, Pennies for Life by Norman Solomon, last updated: Feb 18, 2010 10:30 AM
Whether one compares the U.S. government's latest Afghanistan offensive with its recent aid to Haiti, its Afghanistan war efforts with its neglect of Afghanistan refugee camps, or its war spending with its domestic spending cuts, there's one message: this warfare state gives killing priority over sustaining life.
Empire Report Faces Exciting Yet Uncertain Future by Empire Report Webmaster, last updated: Feb 17, 2010 05:13 PM
Empire Report founder and funder, Jake Bayless, decides to redouble his efforts as a husband & father of two young boys. Empire Report seeks a new roof beneath which to live.
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The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta & Exposition of Mechanical & Artistic Wonders by Regatta Arts LLC, last updated: Feb 17, 2010 09:11 AM
Hand-built railcar races! A splendid celebration of art, science, and ingenuity, for the delight and edification of all who attend. A spectacle for both young and old!
Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit District Press Release: Station Workshops Scheduled Feb. 8-19 by SMART, last updated: Feb 17, 2010 07:56 AM
The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit District has scheduled a series of community workshops to gather initial public input about the design of 14 passenger rail stations from Cloverdale to Larkspur. Meetings are between February 8-19.
Progressive Parking Policies: A Different Lens by City of Santa Rosa, last updated: Feb 17, 2010 12:17 AM
The City of Santa Rosa is hosting a series of meetings to consider and discuss progressive parking policies in Downtown Santa Rosa. You are cordially invited to attend and participate in identifying interests and shaping policy recommendations for City Council’s consideration. February 3, February 24, and March 10.
Dirty Blonde by 6th Street Playhouse, last updated: Feb 17, 2010 12:04 AM
Dirty, witty, legendary blonde: Sonoma County actress Liz Jahren portrays a devoted Mae West fan who channels the Hollywood icon in the 6th Street Playhouse production of "Dirty Blonde," playing Feb. 26 to March 21, 2010.
Petaluma Pride by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 16, 2010 11:49 PM
This is the story of a Petaluman who returned to his hometown to report on the city's latest political controversy. In contrast to the superficial and sensationalist coverage he read in the local newspaper, he experienced a complex and informative process involving dozens of persons who care about their community; and he left proud to be a Petaluman.
Shameless in Petaluma by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 16, 2010 10:00 PM
Shameless in Petaluma
Shameless in Petaluma by Camino Alto, last updated: Feb 16, 2010 05:11 PM
Shameless in Petaluma
Ben Boyce - Progressive Majority Coalition by Empire Report Editor, last updated: Feb 16, 2010 07:29 AM
The ‘Progressive Majority Coalition’ is dedicated to generating an analysis of local, state, national, and international political developments with an eye to building an enduring progressive majority coalition that can help chart an evolutionary path forward for American society and the world community. We are particularly interested in the construction of political realities through the media, and seek to develop intellectual resistance to the dominant memes of conventional political discourse.
Move Your Money by Ben Boyce, last updated: Feb 16, 2010 07:01 AM
After watching the U.S. Government take a few days to bail out Wall Street, and seeing it struggle months to pass any healthcare (now health insurance) reform, you may feel powerless. But you aren't. Just move your money.
ben_boyce_2_15-10 by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 10:56 PM
Sonoma County PDA Brown Bag Lunch Vigil by Anna Givens, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 06:24 PM
Congress can END the wars by NOT funding them. Please join Sonoma County PDA (Progressive Democrats of America) members and allies as we keep vigil in front of Rep. Lynn Woolsey’s office to stop the escalation and funding for war.
Slow Down Sebastopol origins, goals and future by Barry Chertov, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 05:59 PM
The new Slow Down Sebastopol campaign is temporary, according to police chief Weaver.
BC Capps - Welcome to the Buddhaverse by Empire Report Editor, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 02:53 PM
Personal Observations on the Human Predicament
BC Capps - Welcome to the Buddhaverse by Empire Report Editor, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 02:53 PM
Personal Observations on the Human Predicament
Thoughts on Creative Commons Licenses by BC Capps, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 02:49 PM
I wanted to write out a few of my thoughts on potentially using Creative Commons licensing for work generated for Empire Report. We'll need to clarify these intents further, but this report has helped me get my own thoughts in order prior to a more detailed discussion with a larger group at a later date.
landfill repair or closure by brenda morris, last updated: Feb 15, 2010 12:12 PM
landfill repair or closure
NLRB Ruling Shifts Focus to Memorial Hospital Objections by Michael Aparicio, last updated: Feb 13, 2010 12:01 AM
A month after Memorial Hospital workers voted for a newly formed union, the hospital's management accepts the National Labor Relations Board's ruling on the election results. Only, they're continuing to object to the election despite local leader's calls to accept the workers' choice to unionize. Disclosure- This report involves allegations that may implicate the author of the report.
The U.S. and Asia: Where Do We Stand and Where Are We Going? by World Affairs Council of Sonoma County, last updated: Feb 12, 2010 08:39 PM
Ambassador Armacost will speak about the role of the United States in a rapidly developing Asia. His many years in high positions covering Asia and his present position at the Asia Foundation give him a unique perspective on foreign affairs concerning Asia.
 
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