Updated Peace Events, UN International Day(s) of Peace

Just a reminder about  upcoming events (and some changes)!  Come one, come all to promote peace!

Thursday, Sept. 20:

Friday, Sept. 21 – UN International Day of Peace

Saturday, Sept. 22:

Peace in My Heart Meditation Friday, Sept. 21, 7pm

The Concordia community will participate in the world-wide celebration of peace by hosting a “Peace in My Heart” meditation at 7 p.m. on

International Peace Day – Friday, September 21st

“We envision an ever expanding global ministry that promotes global transformation through personal transformation.  We see ourselves as the driving force that serves and connects one world family through the Science of Mind.”

Global Services Mission Statement ~ Centers for Spiritual Living

Join us at 292 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI as we celebrate peace with music, song and meditation – a sharing will conclude our celebration.

Buddhist Monk to Offer Afternoon Retreat

Our celebration of peace continues on Sept. 29th with the Venerable Bhante Wimala who will present an afternoon retreat – 2 to 6 pm

“Peace in my Heart, Peace in the world”

“Peace is a state of mind that should spread from person to person.  When there are more individuals who experience inner peace there will be more peace in the world.”

~ Bhante Wimala

Please register for the retreat at:  bhantewimala.eventbrite.com

For more information please visit our website: follow this link

Paul Chappell Day of Peace Events + PBS Interview!

URI International Day of Peace Guest, Paul Chappell, being interviewed by Tavis Smiley on PBS.

Great interview!  Watch it at pbs.org. If you are local or close to URI come visit with him Thursday, September 20th.

  • 12noon – 1pm Book Talk and Meet the Author, Multicultural Center Forum
  • 7pm Candlelight Vigil, URI Quad
  • 7:30pm Paul Chappell guest speaker presenting on “Why World Peace is Possible and How We Can Achieve It”, Swan Hall Auditorium

 

Why World Peace Is Possible: A Soldier’s Perspective

Wonderful Program by East Bay Citizens for Peace: Please spread the word!

Paul K. Chappell, West Point graduate, Iraq War veteran, author, and peace activist will speak on “Why World Peace Is Possible: A Soldier’s Perspective” on Friday, September 21st, 2012 at 7pm at the Bristol Statehouse, 240 High St., Bristol, RI.

“Captain Paul K. Chappell has given us a critical look at war and peace from the unique perspective of a soldier, and his new ideas show us why world peace is both necessary and possible in the 21st century.” –Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate

The event is free and open to the public; donations are welcome. The talk is sponsored by East Bay Citizens for Peace and is co-sponsored by Rhode Island Progressive Democrats of America and American Friends Service Committee/ South East New England.

Captain Chappell’s books, Will War Ever End? A Soldier’s Vision of Peace for the 21st Century; The End of War: How Waging Peace Can Save Humanity, Our Planet, and Our Future; and Peaceful Revolution: How We Can Create the Future Needed for Humanity’s Survival, will be available for purchase.

EBCP is a grassroots organization committed to peaceful solutions to conflict, and social and economic justice through open, respectful dialogue. For more information contact: 401- 247-9738, or steeringcommittee@eastbaycitizens4peace.org or www.eastbaycitizens4peace.org and www.paulkchappell.com

 

One-Day Nonviolence Training

One-Day Nonviolence Training

  • Where:  Institute for Study & Practice of Nonviolence, 265 Oxford Street, Providence — Month of Peace event.
  • When: Saturday, September 15, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Great Opportunity to be introduced to their wonderful programs!!!

The Institute for the Study and Practice is a nationally lauded organization that targets the reduction of violence in Rhode Island. We teach the Martin Luther King Principles and Steps of Nonviolence as a way of spreading peace through the community. The organization teaches Nonviolence in community organizations, businesses, schools and prisons. Please join us for an introduction to Nonviolence and to the Institute.

When US Attorney General Eric Holder visited the Institute he remarked “The notion of nonviolence, it is something we read about, we see it on faded news reels but the Institute is making it real here, in this community, in this state.”

 

Peace Postcard Initiative

The month of September brings the start of another school and fall. This September Jerry’s of Providence has great community events it’s sponsoring throughout September 2012. Please read below for all event descriptions and dates. PEACE POSTCARD INITIATIVE

Program Date & Location:

  • September 8th, 2012
  • 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Jerry’s Artarama, 14 Imperial St., Providence

No art experience needed.
Bring your family and friends!

 

The Peace Postcard Initiative is a process using the power of individually created postcards focused on Peace, to spread the word about International Peace Day! On Saturday, September 8th at 1:00 PM, individuals will have the opportunity to learn how art can be used to call attention to important events like September 21st – The UN International Peace Day. This free afternoon workshop will offer the opportunity for anyone to design and create a card that will carry a message, through words and imagery, that one day has been set aside to focus on Peace. These postcards will be sent with the intention of asking individuals to focus on Peace during the day to raise awareness and make this day as meaningful as possible.

Many local, well-known Rhode Island creative’s have committed to supporting this educational project by making uniquely designed postcards as reminders to focus on International Peace Day. Artists and non-artists alike will be creating a “save this date” (9/21) International Peace Day art postcard at Jerry’s Artarama, Providence.  From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM the public is invited to participate in a presentation about the history and power of Peace, One Day! and create a postcard carrying the message and images of peace.

Find out who Jeremy Gilley is! Learn how there was a 70% reduction in recorded violence in Afghanistan on International Peace Day.  Then spend time leaning how to craft a card that is a reminder of the power of spreading the idea that we can reduce violence in our communities and in the world.  Meet Susan Fox, who will be leading the workshop, along with a variety of Expressive and Creative Arts facilitators from all over New England, including Salve Regina University.  These artist facilitators will be supporting participants in this amazing creative process. There will be ART PLAY warm-ups at 1:00 PM and a short video on “Peace, One Day” at 1:30 PM. From 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM there will be time for developing and designing “save this date” postcards that will be ready to send out at the end of the session.  No art experience or background is required and all art materials will be supplied free of charge.

Ginny Fox, originator of the Peace Flag Project, will be making a special guest appearance supporting those creating messages of Peace.  She will share her process of bringing awareness to creating flags dedicated to the message of Peace that is an expansion of the celebrations of the United Nations International Day of Peace.

Ginny Fox developed the Peace Flag Project (PFP) and has been the primary organizer of the UN Peace Days in Providence.  For over ten years, the Month of Peace in Providence was initiated, planned and organized by her. (http://thepeaceflagproject.org/#)

Information on the Peace, One Day! movement go to:  http://peaceoneday.org/

Join with the Peace Postcard Initiative and participate in creating a Peace Postcard that expresses a desire for more peaceful interactions in the world. This event is sponsored by Jerry’s Ararama, 14 Imperial St., Providence.  For additional information please email Jonathan at: providence.manger@jerrysartarama.com or call 401.276.7007, or contact Susan Fox at sfoxart@aol.com.

This is a free event and part of the activities planned for September in the “Month of Peace” declared for Providence by Mayor Angel Tavares.


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To learn more about Susan Fox and the peace postcard initiative click here!
To learn more about Ginny Fox and the peace flag project click here!

Dances of Universal Peace, Sat., 09/08/12

Month of Peace Event

Dances of Universal Peace

  • Saturday, September 8 2012
  • 7:00 to 8:30 pm
  • Young Building, Salve Regina University

~ Come Share in the Dance ~

Beginners and experienced dancers join the circle together with simple movements and singing of sacred chants from many faith traditions.

From the beginning of time, Music, Movement, Chanting, Song and Prayer have brought communities together — at times of celebration and as part of everyday life. Dances of Universal Peace are a profound, cross-cultural way to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and others. They are joyful, uplifting and unifying!

Here is a video explanation (a little old, but you’ll get the idea!)

More info can be found at http://peacedances.eventbrite.com/

Mayor Angel Taveras proclaims September 2012 the Month of Peace in Providence.

 Mayor Taveras Recognizes Peace Flag Project and Declares September a Month of Peace in the City of Providence

Providence City News:  Friday, August 31 2012

Earlier today, Mayor Taveras signed a proclamation proclaiming September as a Month of Peace. The Peace Flag Project, a collaborative of community organizations and nonviolent advocates, is coordinating a series of events across Rhode Island throughout September to promote peace and nonviolence, including the annual Peace Walk during Saturday’s WaterFire. A full schedule of events can be found at the 2012 Month of Peace page.

The Month of Peace builds on the work inspired by the United Nations International Day of Peace. The Peace Flag Project is supporting peaceful events focused on local projects, organizations, performances and festivals. These events serve as an important reminder that Providence is a safe city with tight knit neighbors who are committed to reducing violence and improving public safety in every neighborhood.