A fascinating and 'meaningful' film showing this Friday at a Wallingford
area church. This group has a regular series of this kind of movie.
Other December events also listed below.

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Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice
"Friday Night At The Meaningful Movies"
Social Justice Films & Community Discussion ...Every Friday Night
All Films At: Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Place N., Seattle (Wallingford)

0.4 miles west of the I-5 50th St. Exit - Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44
Free! - Donations Very Much Appreciated!!

www.MeaningfulMovies.org <http://www.meaningfulmovies.org/>


Dear friends,

Please join us Friday evening, December 1st, 7:00 - 9:30 PM for:


“SOPHIE SCHOLL”

(…also see below for a few other events around town)

(** denotes change from previous announcements)

**Friday, DECEMBER 1, 2006, 7-9:30 PM

Film: “SOPHIE SCHOLL” (117 min, Marc Rothemund, 2005)

This is a true story. In 1943, while Nazi Germany was at its most fascist
and engaged in a two front world war in defense of the Fatherland, a small
group of university students (including the Scholl brother and sister, Hans
and Sophie), German soldiers back from the Russian front and various
"activists" formed the White Rose resistance movement. At risk to their
lives, they created a series of mimeographed leaflets that they distributed
all around the Third Reich. They wrote in blunt and idealist terms: they
demanded that the German people look at and recognize the war crimes and
crimes against humanity that their government and their military were
committing; they demanded that citizens emerge from their unconsciousness
and acknowledge their loss of freedom and human dignity; they urged the
German people to resist, sabotage and undermine both the war machine and the
propaganda of the Hitler government. The White Rose appealed to the higher
moral, ethical and religious sensibilities of Germany as contrasted with the
basest mass hysteria orchestrated by the Nazi regime.

The White Rose leaflets stated: We will not be silent! We are your bad
conscience! We will not leave you alone!

Sophie Scholl and her White Rose colleagues, many only between 20 - 30 years
old, were the subject of a nationwide manhunt by the Gestapo. Eventually,
they were betrayed to the secret police by a "good citizen" who caught them
in the act of spreading "anti-government" literature at

the University. Nearly all of the White Rose were eventually arrested.

They were interrogated, tried and guillotined within a matter of days after
secret trial. Records of their statements and their interrogation survived
the war, however, and these are the record for this movie. It is the story
of unflinching courage based on a commitment to the truth and to human
values, even when faced with the iron fist of totalitarianism, rigged laws,
social isolation, public ostracism and death. It is a story of
uncompromising principle tried by unprincipled power under the blade of
certain execution. It bears witness to our own times.



(Event is FREE and open to the public! ..but Donations are kindly accepted).



Friday, DECEMBER 8, 2006, 7-9:30 PM

Film: “THE CIRCLE” (91min, Jafar Panahi, 2000)

With filmmaker Abdi Sami, and Whitney & Jerry Neufeld-Kaiser who have
recently returned from Iran.

Banned in Iran, Jafar Panahi's THE CIRCLE is set almost entirely on the busy
streets of Tehran--a place where women are restricted by numerous laws,
including a repressive dress code. The beginning of the film focuses on two
women who have been given temporary leave from prison and have no intension
of returning. The film shifts from one woman to another as this eye-opening
tale circles back on itself. Their world is one of constant surveillance,
bureaucracy and age-old inequalities. But this stifling world cannot
extinguish the spirit, strength and courage of the circle of women. Iranian
cinema at its best and most politically aware.

"Shattering! Panahi weaves a sinuous spell that knocks you flat by the final
scene." - Jan Stuart, Newsday.

Including a facilitated discussion on Iran with Abdi Sami. Abdi is a
graduate of University of Southern California film school. He has worked in
the film industry for over twenty years and has consulted with a number of
non profits and NGOs.

(Event is FREE and open to the public! ..but Donations are kindly accepted).



Friday, December 15, 2006, 7-9:30 PM

Film: “TO BE ANNOUNCED”

(Event is FREE and open to the public! ..but Donations are kindly accepted).



Friday, January 5, 2007, 7-9:30 PM

Film: “TO BE ANNOUNCED”

(Event is FREE and open to the public! ..but Donations are kindly accepted).



**Friday, January 12, 2007, 7-9:30 PM

Film: “THE LAST ATOMIC BOMB”

WITH THE GROUND ZERO CENTER FOR NONVIOLENT ACTION

(Event is FREE and open to the public! ..but Donations are kindly accepted).





OTHER EVENTS IN THE AREA:

Wednesday, November 29, 2006, 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)

FORUM - START MAKING SENSE: "IRAQ: IS THIS WAR ILLEGAL?"

Woodland Park Presbyterian Church (N 70th St & Greenwood Ave N)

Army Lieutenant Ehren Watada has called his refusal to deploy to Iraq "a
matter of conscience." Lt. Watada's mother, Carolyn Ho, will speak about
her son's case, and we will watch a video of comments made by Lt. Watada.
START MAKING SENSE (8th series of community forums on war & peace post
9/11). Presented by Phinney Neighbors for Peace & Justice.



Thursday, November 30, 2006, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

SEATTLE FCC PUBLIC HEARING ON MEDIA OWNERSHIP

Seattle Public Library, (4th and Madison, downtown Seattle)

On Nov. 30, a Seattle public hearing on media ownership, takes place at the
Seattle Public Library, with FCC Commissioners Michael Copps and Jonathan
Adelstein. Opening statements by Sen. Maria Cantwell and Rep. Jay Inslee.
The hearing will help the FCC gather public comment as it considers revising
its media ownership rules <http://www.fcc.gov/ownership/> , which help
protect viewpoint diversity by limiting the number of newspapers, TV and
radio stations a single company may own or control. This is Seattle's
opportunity to weigh in on an issue which is critical to our culture and our
democracy. Hearing cosponsored by Reclaim the Media, the Seattle Times, KBCS
91.3fm and others. For more information: www.reclaimthemedia.org
<http://www.reclaimthemedia.org/>

Also, KBCS is looking for people to help staff a table, to do outreach
before the event, to record the event, and to edit the audio so it is
available for wider distribution. If you are available to volunteer at the
hearing please email Sabrina Roach at sroach@.... You can also
submit testimony online at www.stopbigmedia.com
<http://www.stopbigmedia.com/> .



Thursday, November 30, 2006, 7:00 PM

FILM: “TRAGEDY IN THE HOLY LAND: THE SECOND UPRISING”

King County Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th St., (take NE 175th St. Exit off
of I-5 and go east one block)

Free Public Showing Of Tragedy In The Holy Land: The Second Uprising. This
provocative documentary addresses the core issues of land and identity. It
probes the evolution of the seemingly incurable conflict in Palestine from a
historical perspective that is typically unknown to American audiences.
Using rarely seen archival footage and interviews with various experts and
scholars, Tragedy In The Holy Land offers vital information about the roots
of the current conflict and the ongoing struggle for survival and dignity.
(Snacks & Refreshments Served)

Presented by: Political Action Network In Support Of the Palestinian People



Saturday, December 2, 2006, 4:00 PM (Also See Nov 25th, Above, For The Film:
“DARFUR DIARIES: MESSAGE FROM HOME”)

“DARFUR DIARIES: STORIES OF SURVIVAL” BY JEN MARLOWE – SEATTLE BOOK LAUNCH

Elliott Bay Bookstore, 101 South Main Street, Seattle, WA

Filmmaker, Jen Marlowe will read from the book, telling the stories of the
Darfurians they met and their own story, including why and how Adam
Shapiro, Aisha Bain and I went to eastern Chad and snuck across the border
into Darfur two years ago to try and bring world-wide attention to the
crisis. I will also talk about how the experiences and stories documented in
the book and film are as relevant to understanding the situation in Darfur
today as they were when we went to Darfur two years ago to begin work on the
project. www.darfurdiaries.org <http://www.darfurdiaries.org/>

For more information, please contact: info@... or
jenmarlowe@.... Elliot Bay Bookstore: (206) 624-6600,
www.elliotbaybook.com <http://www.elliotbaybook.com/>



Saturday, December 2, 2006, 7:00 PM

LOVE AND JUSTICE FILM SERIES: IN HONOR OF WORLD AIDS DAY: "A CLOSER WALK"

Queen Anne United Methodist Church, 1606 5th Ave. West, Seattle

With special guests from the Lifelong Aids Alliance.

Directed, written, and produced by Oscar nominee Robert Bilheimer, narrated
by Glenn Close and Will Smith, A Closer Walk explores the intricate
relationship between health, dignity, and human rights, and shows how the
harsh realities of AIDS in the world are an expression of the way the world
is. The film features interviews with prominent individuals from all walks
of life including The Dalai Lama, Kofi Annan, and Bono; stories, portraits,
and vignettes of children, women, and men living with AIDS on four
continents; and breathtaking cinematography by Richard D. Young that
celebrates human dignity, even as it bears witness to immense human
suffering. Free admission, wheelchair accessible, infant "cry room",
refreshments served. Stay afterwards for discussion and opportunities for
taking action. For more info contact tonya@....



Tuesday, December 7, 2006, 7:00 PM (and Dec 6th & 7th at 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM)

FILM: “ENCOUNTER POINT” (Ronit Avi, Julia Bacha, 2006)

Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Avenue (between Pike and Pine), Seattle

Directors will be present for a Q&A. Encounter Point tells the story of
several Israeli and Palestinian grassroots activists for peace and
reconciliation. The headlines we get from the Middle East show only the
hatred, the fear, the violence, highlighting voices of extremists on both
sides. Very seldom do we get the chance to hear from the many courageous
Palestinians and Israelis who are working together and in their own
communities towards reconciliation. This is simply a beautiful, touching
film. It does what no other documentary of its genre manages to do: it
reveals the complexities and nuances of the conflict while showing the
utmost respect and compassion for all of its Israeli and Palestinian
subjects.

More info: Phone: 206.267.5380, Tickets available at
www.brownpapertickets.com <outbind://47/www.brownpapertickets.com>



Wednesday, December 6, 2006, 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM

CUBA MIA: PORTRAIT OF AN ALL-WOMEN'S ORCHESTRA (2005, 85 minutes, Cuba)

Central Cinema, 21st & East Union Street in Seattle's Central District

Ten talented and beautiful musicians, playing the harmonies of Cuban soul,
demonstrate the power of music to cross boundaries. This story of the
musicians of the all-woman Camerata Romeu is filled with dazzling faces and
fiery performances that astonish and delight. By turns funny, angry,
lyrical and moving, CUBA MIA takes us behind the scenes as ten dedicated
musicians juggle a fierce rehearsal schedule with boyfriends, girlfriends,
grandparents and children, offering a slice of Cuban life seldom seen on the
world's screens. $5.00 Donation. (Must be 21 years for 9:30 PM screening)
For more information 206.720.0522 or www.central-cinema.com
<http://www.central-cinema.com/> . US Women & Cuba Collaboration:
www.womenandcuba.org <http://www.womenandcuba.org/> . Co-sponsored by
Seattle NOW Chapter, Aradia Women's Health Center, Moms Acting Up, Cedar
Rivers Clinics, King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Amnesty
International of WA State's Stop the Violence Against Women Campaign,
Reclaim the Media, and more on the way!



Thursday, December 7, 2006, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM and 5:30 – 8:00 PM

HUMAN RIGHTS DAY SPEECHES

Seattle Human Rights Day December 7 features Maria Hinojosa Award-winning
journalist and author Maria Hinojosa will speak at two events on Thursday,
December 7 to celebrate Seattle Human Rights Day. Both are free and open to
the public. *11:30am-1:30pm at First United Methodist Church's Drury Hall on
5th Avenue and Columbia.

* 5:30-8pm at Town Hall on 8th Avenue and Seneca;

More info: Julie Nelson, Director of Policy and Outreach City of Seattle
Office for Civil Rights, Julie.Nelson@...
<http://us.f579.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=Julie.Nelson@seattle.gov&YY=322
71&y5beta=yes&y5beta=yes&order=down&sort=date&pos=0> 206-233-7822, phone
206-280-1420, cell 206-684-0332, fax 206-684-4503, TTY



Thursday, December 7, 2006, 6:45 PM

**CELEBRATE GLOBAL JUSTICE AND GET FAIR TRADE HOLIDAY GIFTS

911 Media Arts Center, 402 - Ninth Ave N at Thomas in the Denny re-grade,
Seattle

Doors open 6:45 for shopping and refreshments.

Film Screening 7:15 of: "ARGENTINA - HOPE IN HARD TIMES.

Join filmmakers Melissa Young and Mark Dworkin for the screening of their
award-winning film. The stories of a failed economy and distrusted
politicians, heartache and hard times, a resurgence of grassroots democracy
and an irrepressible spirit of community, are told in colorful, resonant
detail. Plus 10 minute sneak preview, Argentine co-ops 4 years later. Fair
trade products available before and after the film: shoes and shirts from
worker run factories in Argentina, fair trade coffee, tea and chocolate!
Sponsored by Traditions Café and World Folk Art
http://www.traditionsfairtrade.com <http://www.traditionsfairtrade.com/> ,
Community Alliance for Global Justice http://www.seattleglobaljustice.org
<http://www.seattleglobaljustice.org/> , Moving Images
http://www.movingimages.org <http://www.movingimages.org/> , Donations
requested for film screening. info info@...



Thursday, December 7, 2006, 7:00 – 8:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)

THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE MEANINGFUL MOVIES: “THE GROUND TRUTH” (78 min,
Patricia Foulkrod, 2006)

BURIEN LIBRARY, 14700 6th Avenue SW, Burien

A new documentary about the war in Iraq featuring the voices of returned
Iraq Veterans. The terrible conflict in Iraq, depicted with ferocious
honesty in the film, is a prelude for the even more challenging battles
fought by the soldiers returning home – with personal demons, an
uncomprehending public, and an indifferent government. The Ground Truth is a
hard film to watch, especially for veterans and military families. We
suggest that veterans and military families ensure that they have support
during and after the film. Discussion will follow. (if parking lot is full,
the library requests that you park on the street or in the nearby church
parking lot). Sponsored by: Southend Neighbors for Peace and Justice.
Contact: Rebecca or Bill at 206-243-9366 for more information



Thursday, December 7, 2006, 7:00 PM

THURSDAY 12/07: CENTRAL DISTRICT FORUM: PATRIOT OR TERRORIST?

Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, 104 17th Ave. S (Near Yesler)
Seattle

The Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas presents American Heritage
Series: Patriot or Terrorist? Exploring the Legacy of Nat Turner and John
Brown on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at 7pm at Langston Hughes Performing
Arts Center, 104 17th Ave. S (Near Yesler) Seattle, WA. Ticket prices are $7
for adults, $5 for CD Forum members/students/seniors. Order tickets online
at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5546
<http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5546%20or%20call%201-800-838-3006>
or call 1-800-838-3006. For more information, contact Denee McCloud at
206-323-4032 or via email at info@...



Friday, December 8, 2006, 7:30 PM

FILM: “THE GROUND TRUTH” (78 min, Patricia Foulkrod, 2006)

Broadview Community United Church of Christ, 325 N 125th Street, Seattle

See information above. Hear and witness our soldiers in this penetrating
film. See information above. The shocking Iraq War ground conflict is only a
prelude to the even more challenging battles these reluctant heroes face
upon their return home. For information contact Charles Cressey at
206-362-1452).



Saturday, December 9, 2006, 2:00 – 4:00 PM

LELO MEXICO VISIT MEETING

Carpenters' Local 131 Hall, 209 Vine St., Seattle, WA 98121

You are invited. LELO's International Worker to Worker delegation will be
sharing stories about what we learned from our recent trip to Mexico. We
visited grassroots community groups and communities, to learn what they are
doing to organize against privatization. We will provide refreshments.
Please RSVP, so that we know how many seats and how much refreshment to
provide. Questions? Please contact either Joyce, at (206) 860-1400 ext. 3,
or joyce@...
<http://us.f579.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=joyce@lelo.org> ; or Ricardo
Ortega, at (206) 324-6044, or comite_seattle@...



Sunday, December 10, 2006, 6:30 PM

FILM: "STREETWISE," AND FORUM TO EXPLORE NEEDS OF HOMELESS IN BALLARD

Trinity United Methodist Church, 6512 23rd Avenue NW in Ballard

A community forum to consider the needs of homeless people in Ballard will
be presented by Ballard Peace Activists. Anne Riley, Assistant Director of
the Ballard Senior Center will present the

results of a survey to determine the feasibility of locating a homeless
shelter

in Ballard. The evening will also include a presentation of the compelling,
Oscar-nominated documentary film "STREETWISE," a portrait of Seattle
teenagers seeking out their collective homeless existence. Admission to the
forum is free. Food donations for the Ballard Food Bank are requested. For
more information, call (206) 784-2085 or email: ballard@...



Monday, December 12, 2006, 7:00 PM

SNOW GENERAL MEETING & CELEBRATION (Sound Nonviolent Opponents of War)

Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th St., Seattle



ALSO: Check out Jean Buskin’s great event site:
<http://www.scn.org/activism/calendar/>
http://www.scn.org/activism/calendar/



Thanks!





Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice
"Friday Night At The Meaningful Movies"
Social Justice Films & Community Discussion ...Every Friday Night
All Films At: Keystone Church, 5019 Keystone Place N., Seattle (Wallingford)



0.4 miles west of the I-5 50th St. Exit - Metro Bus Routes 16, 26 & 44
Free! - Donations Very Much Appreciated!!


www.MeaningfulMovies.org <http://www.meaningfulmovies.org/>
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