March 2008

Exploratory committee formed to unseat Dicks

Grays Harbor College professor Dr. Gary Murrell and other grass-roots community activists have formed an exploratory committee to “test the waters” in Washington’s 6th Congressional District. The committee will assess the support for a challenge by Dr. Murrell as a Green Party candidate to long-time Democratic Congressional hawk, Representative Norm Dicks.

February 2008

Help Iraq vets start a coffeehouse in Tacoma

The concept of opening a GI coffeehouse near Ft. Lewis is becoming a reality. The Seattle and Tacoma Chapters of Iraq Veterans Against the War are raising money to open a GI-run coffeehouse near the Washington base. Coffeehouses have traditionally served as anti-war headquarters and have been integral in creating an anti-war GI movement. Only $5,000 is needed before the coffeehouse can open. If you can send $10 or any amount of money to the GI voice project in Tacoma, we can open a center of GI resistance.

January 2008

Free School Anti-Candida cooking class

Sunday, January 6, 6:30–8 pm, Fertile Ground (in the kitchen) ~ 311 9th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA 98501 (behind public library)

For people who need to get in control of their digestion, from mild to severe issues, this class could change everything. If you struggle with yeast infections, have ever taken antibiotics for extended periods of time or more than 10 times in your life, or have moderate to severe sugar cravings---come learn how important the flora (friendly bacteria) in your intestines really are. We will discuss food combining, the 80-20 rule, and . . .

December 2007

Port of Olympia Legal Defense Fund has been reactivated!

This legal defense fund was set up to support those arrested in protest of the militarization of the Port of Olympia. Many local activists risked their freedom in defiance of George W. Bush’s illegal war in Iraq. Those facing charges are expected to face prosecution, and this fund will help ensure their fair and equitable legal defense.

November 2007

EGYHOP needs donations!

Unofficially, this year’s blanket drive has begun. The project formerly known as egyhop, now known as Done and Done, is low on supplies. Done and Done is a 501(c)(3) non profit that does street outreach seven nights a week, 365 days a year. We are entirely volunteer-operated, and depend heavily on support from this town. Many people depend on our continued existence, and we are the only resource available in town after all the other agencies and organizations have closed their doors.

October 2007

Olympia Co-op offers coupon for donations to Ground Zero Center

2007 marks the twin 30th Anniversaries of two hope-filled local efforts, the Olympia Food Co-op and the Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action. In celebration of this spooky coincidence, the Tovarish D. Wagster Fund has arranged a way for Co-op shoppers to feel doubly good about their purchases! Few South Sounders are conscious that the Trident submarine base at Bangor (a mere 20 miles west of Seattle) now houses the nation’s largest single stockpile of nuclear warheads. The property of the G.Z. Center directly abuts the Bangor . . .

September 2007

Homeless and At-risk Youth Engaged in Social Change!

Local youth and young adults have completed a 5-1/2 minute promotional video aimed at increasing awareness of sexual assault in our community. The young people involved in the creation of the video have been working for several months and are very excited to share the final product with the community, which is expected to be aired on Channel 22 throughout September. The video is a project of the weekly Partners in Prevention Education (PiPE) Youth Group, which meets at Rosie’s Place Resource Center every Tuesday afternoon. PiPE’s Youth Group . . .

August 2007

The Free School Needs You!

Calling All Facilitators! If you have a passion, skill, area of knowledge or any idea for a class, submit them now to the Olympia Free School--online at olympiafreeschool.org The deadline for submissions is August 15th. Classes begin October 1st (don't worry you have plenty of time to plan).

To submit a class go to olympiafreeschool.org and click on "Facilitating" You can also call us at (360) 352-4165. If you have any questions, email us at info@olympiafreeschool.org or call us at (360) 352-4165.

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Olympia-Rafah Mural Project

July 2007

Cuba caravan celebration and presentation.

Traditions Cafe, Tuesday, July 3rd, 7 p.m.

This is your annual opportunity to learn about Cuba and give aid to an organization dedicated to defying the illegal blockade imposed by the United States. Attendees of the Pastors for Peace caravan headed to Havana will be there to answer any questions you have and explain why they defy the travel ban and deferred licensing process. The event is free and there will be a movie presentation and possible live band. Any amount of donation is accepted and tax-deductible too!

May 2007

Community Sustaining Fund grant cycle

The Community Sustaining Fund of Thurston County is pleased to announce our Spring 2007 grant cycle. Grant applications are now available to groups and individuals interested in progressive community oriented activities. The deadline for submitting grant applications is Friday, May 25, 2007. Grant criteria and application forms are available on request from Traditions Fair Trade (5th and Water Street, Olympia) or at http://www.traditionsfairtrade.com .

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BRICK 4th Annual May Day Hoe-Down

April 2007

"My Name is Rachel Corrie" comes to Olympia

South Sound residents interested in seeing the one-woman production "My Name is Rachel Corrie" won't have to travel to Seattle to see the play.

The Seattle Repertory Theater will bring its production to the Evergreen State College campus for five shows, April 26-29. Corrie was a student at Evergreen before her death in 2003.

The first show, a tech dress preview, will be at 8:00 pm on April 26.

Evergreen students will be admitted free, on a first-come, first-served basis.

January 2007

Works In Progress still needs more help

If you would like to join the all-volunteer WIP worker collective, there will be at least one more public recruitment meeting where you can meet with collective members and figure out how you can plug in. Join us on Sunday, January 14, 4:30 -- 6 pm at Fertile Ground Guesthouse, 311 9th Ave SE, Olympia (in the "studio," the small building behind the main house).

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Suzanne Swift Support Rally

Wed., Jan. 3, 11:30 am

Bangor Naval Base, Ground Zero, 16159 Clear Creek Rd, Poulsbo

December 2006

Works In Progress still urgently needs more help!

Can you help with content coordination, proofreading, distribution, or website management?

To find out how you can plug in, join us Sunday, Dec 10, 4:30 -- 6:00 pm, at the "Studio" (the small building behind the main house) at Fertile Ground Guesthouse, 311-9th Av SE, Downtown Olympia.

Remember, only you can keep Works In Progress going for another 16 years!

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Support Works In Progress or the Olympia 22 and get a Toy Piano

November 2006

Works In Progress needs a new central coordinator!

After sixteen years of steady publication, Works In Progress has as much if not more energy and momentum than ever. And once again, one or more people are needed to step into the role of coordinating its content and production each month. The role is demanding and time consuming and thus it is not something one can do indefinitely. But it's been scientifically proven to be a profoundly gratifying experience for anyone who values the project and the community it serves.

And you couldn't hope to work with a better group of people.

August 2003

Vote to Impeach Bush

You all might be aware of this site already, if not here is the vote

to impeach site. Perhaps we could include it with some info in the

next issue.

I think it's an important website for those of us who are

disgusted with the present administration.

Go to http://www.votetoimpeach.com and add your names to the

petition.

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Building Wanted

June 2003

14th ANNUAL SUMMER SCHOOL FOR UNION WOMEN

June 25 through June 29,

The Evergreen State College Longhouse, Olympia, WA

With the theme, 'Realizing our Power and Using our Voices', this year's school will look critically at labor and community alliances, the right to organize in the workplace, and how the economy looks to different groups of workers. Some of the featured workshops include Environmental Health and Safety, Organizing through Diversity, Creative Organizing to Mobilize Union Members, and Effective Communication with Practice. Participants will share their personal stories of struggles . . .