Monday, May 12, 8pm, MonkeyWrench Books Learn about permaculture at Xofa Eco-Village in Ghana, West Africa from Cudjoe Exah, one of Xofa’s founder and permaculture farmer, and Vicki Wolf, environmental writer and eco-happy traveler. They will also present a video of interviews at the eco-village.

Monday May 12, 7pm., Resistencia Bookstore, casa de Red Salmon Arts, 1801-A South First St. Sharon Bridgforth presents One For The Road: A Poetic Jam Session featuring Lidia Marte. She will read from her newly published book El Reino de la Imagen: Memoria, Comida y Representacion (2008 Isla Negra Editores, San Juan-Santo Domingo).

Sunday May 11, 5:00 pm, Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church, 7127 Bee Cave Rd., Austin, TX 78746 Mazin Qumsiyeh speaking on the Nakba and the plight of native Christians and Muslims in Palestine “I will dedicate both [Austin] talks in Riad’s memory”

Sun. May 11, 4 pm, Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge (near Lamar & Riverside) Please join CodePink for a Mothers Day vigil this Sunday, May 11th. Please wear black; signs are not necessary; our brothers are welcome to join us. Arise then…women of this day! Arise, all women who have hearts!…. Our sons shall not be taken from us to unlearn All that we have been able to teach them of charity, mercy and patience.

Mother’s Day concert May 11th at La Zona Rosa from 3 to 7 p.m. The Give Love Give Life Foundation whose purpose is to prioritize ovarian cancer research and is also promoting national health care for women and children is working in conjunction with La Peña and other Austin organizations to promote the Mother’s Day concert May 11th at La Zona Rosa from 3 to 7 p.m. This event is headlined by Willie Nelson’s daughters (Amy Nelson of Folk Uke), … Continue reading →

Saturday, May 10, 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM, Austin Children’s Museum, 201 Colorado St. THE EARTHWORM SOCIETY: A gathering of artists, musicians, film makers, and poets supporting the advancement of art and political expression. There will be four bands, multiple artists, and a bar. http://www.myspace.com/earthwormsociety

Sat. May 10, 7:30 pm, St. Edward’s Univ., Ragsdale Center, Jones Auditorium Dr. Qumsiyeh is the author of “Sharing the Land of Canaan: Human Rights and the Israel/Palestine Struggle.” A scholar and human rights activist who bridges East and West, Palestine and the United States, Dr.Qumsiyeh, in his frequent talks around the country, presents a strong case for achieving justice, peace, security and prosperity for both Israeli citizens and Palestinians. This goal is regarded by many as fundamentally in the … Continue reading →

Saturday May 10, 1-3 PM, St. James Episcopal Church, 1941 Webberville Rd., Austin, TX 78721 The Hamad Family and the Interfaith Community of Palestinian Rights Invite you to join them for a loving remembrance of Riad

May 9 and May 10, 2008, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River Street, Austin Written and Performed by Rodney Garza El Chuco y La Che is a poetically comedic homage to the letter ‘Ch’ of the Chicano\Spanglish alphabet told through the voice of a sharp-witted, Zoot-suited Pachuco (is there any other kind.) It is a hilarious trip through his memories of a bi-cultural barrio filled with colorful characters and customs. Chuy “El Pazchuco” Charrasqueado … Continue reading →

Friday, May 9, 7:30 p.m. MonkeyWrench Books, 110. E. North Loop. Plain View Press Group Reading Madeleine Mysko will read from Bringing Vincent Home, a Vietnam-era novel told by the mother of a soldier who returns home with serious burns. A real and riviting protrayal of the burn ward vicitms and their families. H. Palmer Hall will read from Coming to Terms, a collection of autobiographical essays with focus on his experiences during the Vietnam War. Susan Bright, the editor … Continue reading →

Fri. May 9, 7 pm, St. Catherine of Siena’ s Day Chapel, 4800 Convict Hill Road Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the US Catholic Bishops’ pastoral letter, reflecting on the historic setting of the letter and thoughts concerning a “new generation” of nuclear weapons Pax Christi Austin http://texansforpeace.org/paxchristiaustin/

SHOW: Friday, May 9th at 6:00pm, Hot Mama Espresso Bar, 2401 East 6th Street THE (M)OTHER TOUR MOVING FROM CONCERN TO ACTION ON BEHALF OF THE WORLD’S CHILDREN (M)other is a one-woman show performed and directed by Beth Osnes, MAU Co-founder. The show explores what it might take for the mothers of one country to authentically care about the mothers and children of another country. The show’s opening describes a fictional program, called “Baby Swapping,” created by the United Nations … Continue reading →

Friday, May 9th, 2008 (Capital Metro Downtown Customer Service Center – 323 Congress Ave), 11:00am – 12:30pm – accessed by downtown routes Post Public Hearing Meeting Historically the most heavily utilized bus stop in town, +/-3,000 people a day step on and off buses with the Capitol as a backdrop, but “NO MORE!” says Governor Perry, who resides across the street. The decision to close these stops was made by Gov. Perry and the State Preservation Board (since by law … Continue reading →

Thu. May 8, 7 pm, MonkeyWrench Books, 110 E. North Loop A participatory workshop on neo-liberal economic policies such as NAFTA and structural adjustment policies by the IMF and the World Bank that have helped fuel immigration worldwide Workers Defense Project www.workersdefense.org

Thursday May 8th – The Scoot Inn, 7pm, 1308 E. 4th St @ Navasota 7pm Screening of Slingshot Hip Hop (the Documentary featuring DAM) 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. Show on the outside stage: DAM from PALESTINE, Mohammad Al-Farra from PR, South Bound, Dread Scott and DJ Rhyme! 11 p.m. – 2 a.m. – After Party Meet and Greet with DAM – DJ Rapid Ric and DJ Rhyme on the tables. Da Arabian MC’s, DAM, is the first and leading … Continue reading →

The Summit on Wrongful Convictions will be held on the Senate Floor at the Texas State Capitol from noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Additional details will be circulated early next week State Senator Rodney Ellis today announced that a day-long Summit on Wrongful Convictions will be held May 8 at the State Capitol in Austin to determine the causes of wrongful convictions in Texas and identify reforms that can prevent them.

Tue. May 6, 7:30 pm, MonkeyWrench Books, 110 E. North Loop In China and Tibet the upcoming Summer Olympics casts a spotlight on a brutal government and occupying force. The speakers are from the Tibetan Association of Austin & Falun Gong (Austin). Amnesty International www.amnestyaustin.org

Monday, May 5, 6:30 p.m., Texas State Employees Union, 1700 South First Street. Documentary, “Meeting Face to Face: the Iraq-U.S. Labor Solidarity Tour.” Thomas Bacon, coordinator of both the 2005 and 2007 tours, will be at the event for discussion following the film. In June 2005 six senior Iraqi trade union leaders toured the United States hosted by U.S. Labor Against the War, visiting 25 cities and speaking to several thousand unionists, peace activists, and others. This 27-minute documentary captures … Continue reading →

Learning and Research Center, Room 5, 2800 Spirit of Texas Drive Mon, 5/5: 9am-5pm As many know, the City of Austin/Austin Police Assoc. contract negotiations are underway, and unprecedented, the parties agreed to conduct negotiations in open. This process takes place, if the City prompts it, every 5 years — otherwise the previous contract continues as is, and many pieces of it affect the community at large in various ways. We don’t know what is on the agenda for each … Continue reading →

SUNDAY, May 4, 2008, 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St. The City of Austin’s Mexican American Cultural Center invites the public to its very first Cinco de Mayo celebration. This free family event will have many activities for the kids. The event will begin with a special performance from Estudiantina Inantil from Alamo, Texas (Bowie Elementary) followed by ballet folklorico, mariachi music, storytelling with Dan Arrellano, and much more. Award winning Los Texas Wranglers … Continue reading →

Sunday, May 4, 12:00 noon, Location TBA RALLY FOR SINGLE PAYER AND HEALTH FAIR With live music, street theater, and children’s activities. All are welcome! Please bring your energy and creativity to help make this year’s events a success! Sponsored by Health Care for All Texas, Gray Panthers, and Travis County Greens Party, with support from the National Nurses Organizing Committee and Healthcare Now!-San Antonio.

Sunday, May 4th, 2008 Hands on Housing has received an overwhelming commitment of volunteer support for this year’s Spring Blitz — thank you so much in advance!! In fact, we have reached volunteer capacity for the home renovation efforts we have planned. However, we are still accepting volunteers in the following areas: • Skilled carpenters to do prep work • Unskilled laborers to do power washing • Logistical support the day of the event

Sat. May 3, 7 pm, MonkeyWrench Books, 110 E. North Loop Fausto Valiente Roberto de Leon, Pastoral Commission for Peace and Ecology, will speak on the community struggles against gold and silver extraction in San Marcos, Guatemala Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala 971-0487

May 3: Solarfest, a local community event, which provides valuable information to the general public on the possibilities of renewable energy technologies, the impact of sustainable living, and green building techniques. At Maverick Park.