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Chris Hedges Speaking
5:00 pm
Chris Hedges Speaking
Nov 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Chris Hedges, whose column is published Mondays on Truthdig, spent nearly two decades as a foreign correspondent in Central America, the Middle East, Africa and the Balkans. He has reported from more than 50 countries and has worked for The Christian Science Monitor, National Public Radio, The Dallas Morning News and The New York Times, for which he was a foreign correspondent for 15 years.5961
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Candlelight Vigil
7:00 pm
Candlelight Vigil
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Candlelight Vigil for the death of democracy in America at the hands of the 1% and rebirth of our nation in the hands of the 99%. We shed the myth of democracy in America. We pay respect to those passed souls who bore the torch of freedom and equality in this country, through struggle, bold action and sustained belief. We honor our ancestors and the souls of those that have strengthened life throughout the world. We will draw upon this collective spirit to guide us forward, as we claim our country for present and future generations. Oscar Grant Plaza Ampitheater … Continued
Vigil to Honor POC Who Died for Liberation
7:00 pm
Vigil to Honor POC Who Died for Liberation
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 The People of Color and Queer People of Color Caucus of Occupy Oakland cordially invite you to an event to honor our ancestors that died resisting colonial domination: Our foremothers and our forefathers, ancestors who fought and rebelled from day one of this land occupation: Slave Revolters, Freedom Fighters, Migrant Workers, Indigenous Warriors, Indentured Servants.WE PROUDLY HONOR inspirational figures from our diverse backgrounds and the resiliency of our communities that brought us to this pivotal moment in time.We will draw upon this collective spirit to guide us forward. When: THIS … Continued
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Eric Drooker Slideshow and Musical Performance
9:00 pm
Eric Drooker Slideshow and Musical Performance
@ Amphitheater
Nov 18 @ 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Eric Drooker, graphic artist, activist, musician, etc. is doing a slideshow and musical performance after the General Assembly. His slideshow covers his trip to Palestine doing solidarity work, his subversive artwork, and his work on the film Howl among other topics.6439
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Mass Rally & March: Into the Streets
2:00 pm
Mass Rally & March: Into the Streets
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
MASS RALLY & MARCH 14th & Broadway! 2:00pm LONG LIVE THE OAKLAND COMMUNE • Solidarity with the worldwide Occupy Movement • End police attacks on our communities • Defend Oakland schools & libraries • Housing for all, No more foreclosures • Against a capitalist system built on inequality & corporate power that perpetuates racism, sexism & the destruction of the environment called for by Occupy Oakland & Bay Area Labor6539
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Renegade Occupy Oakland Potluck and Dance Party
12:00 pm
Renegade Occupy Oakland Potluck and Dance Party
@ Snow Park
Nov 20 @ 12:00 pm – Nov 20 @ 5:00 pm
“At the dances I was one of the most untiring and gayest. One evening a cousin of Sasha, a young boy, took me aside. With a grave face, as if he were about to announce the death of a dear comrade, he whispered to me that it did not behoove an agitator to dance. Certainly not with such reckless abandon, anyway. It was undignified for one who was on the way to become a force in the anarchist movement. My frivolity would only hurt the Cause. I grew furious at … Continued
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Indigenous Solidarity Day
Indigenous Solidarity Day
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 24 all-day
Thursday morning, as an act of unity with the Indigenous People’s Sunrise Gathering on Alcatraz Island, Occupy Oakland will be broadcasting the Sunrise Ceremony at Oscar Grant Plaza. We will be assembling a community altar space beginning in the early morning and continuing throughout the day. All are invited to bring sacred objects to share. In particular, we’re requesting sage, copal, objects symbolizing the 4 directions, images of indigenous resistance, and images of indigenous life before conquest. The community is also invited to bring breakfast and warm drinks to share … Continued
Decolonization Feast prep
10:00 am
Decolonization Feast prep
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Come out to Oscar Grant plaza to help us prepare a feast for the Occupy Oakland community. Food donations welcome and much appreciated.7390
Occupy Thanksgiving Dinner
2:00 pm
Occupy Thanksgiving Dinner
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 24 @ 2:00 pm – Nov 24 @ 7:00 pm
Please join us in Oscar Grant plaza to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with the Occupy Oakland community.7391
Snow Park Thanksgiving Dinner
5:00 pm
Snow Park Thanksgiving Dinner
@ Snow Park
Nov 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Please join us in Snow Park to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with the Occupy Oakland community.7581
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Black Friday Protest at Emeryville Mall
12:00 pm
Black Friday Protest at Emeryville Mall
@ Bay ST Mall
Nov 25 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Black Friday Protest at Emeryville Mall: Stop the Desecration of Indigenous Land Did you know that the Bay Street Mall is built upon a Sacred Ohlone shellmound burial ground? It is the oldest and largest burial ground in the bay area – older than the pyramids in Eygpt. In 2000, it was desecrated to make way for the mall. Join in the annual action to educate the public about this sacred site. Bring snacks and signs as we ask holiday shoppers to boycott this mall to respect the original (and … Continued
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Re-occupying OG Plaza
12:00 pm
Re-occupying OG Plaza
@ Oscar Grant Plaza
Nov 29 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
On Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at noon, Occupy Oakland activists will retake Oscar Grant Plaza in downtown Oakland with a 24-hour, 7 day-a-week vigil. Occupiers hope to create a model for a new wave of “Occupation” protest throughout the United States. More info on:http://www.occupyoakland.org/2011/11/re-occupying-oscar-grant-a-k-a-frank-ogawa-plaza/8150
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Rally to Decolonize Criminalized Communities!
5:00 pm
Rally to Decolonize Criminalized Communities!
Nov 30 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
At five pm on Wednesday, November 30th, activists and community members of Oakland will rally at Fruitvale Plaza to say no to criminalization, incarceration, and corporate profiteering at the expense of our communities. Occupy Oakland will host an informational session on ALEC from noon to 4pm at the Oscar Grant Plaza. Occupy Oakland’s General Assembly will proceed after the rally in Fruitvale. More info on: http://www.occupyoakland.org/2011/11/occupy-oakland-rally-to-decolonize-criminalized-communities/8151
GA at Fruitvale BART at 6pm on Wed, 11/30
6:00 pm
GA at Fruitvale BART at 6pm on Wed, 11/30
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
On Wednesday, November 30th, the General Assembly will be held at Fruitvale BART. 8262
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