The A-Space

A National Conference of progressive activists to take place in August of 2010 in Philadelphia has been proposed by local activists who wish to invite anyone interested in participating in the organizing of such a conference to come to a meeting on Jan. 23 at 1:00 PM at the A-Space, 4722 Baltimore Ave. The purpose of the conference is to bring together progressives from all walks of life to discuss how to deal with today’s issues and concerns, and to make it a successful conference, it will take the participation of all of us. We will be discussing foundation, funding, speakers, and other essentials.

The Philadelphia Crafter's Collective group is having a Crafts fair on January 30th. 2010 from 10 am to 4 pm all are welcome to come please come and bring your friends and family there will be all kinds of crafts the to buy from jewelry, tie dye tee shirts, paintings, Nature photography, Silk Floral designs and many other craft forms and we will have refreshments for sale too from gourmet chocolate chip cookies, fresh home made Ginger beer and home made caramel corn. We also need crafts Vendors to fill in 8 slots so if you have any crafts to sell then please contact me ASAP so that we can get you signed up for the fair. all the profits from this Crafts Fair will go to The Philadelphia Crafter's Initiative group that we are organizing now for more info http://phillycraftersinitiative.yolasite.com

Philly Socialist Action presents: Aristide and the Endless RevolutionPowerful documentary on the events leading up to the overthrow of Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide in 2004. The film explores the legacy of colonialism in Haiti today. We see the continuation of this colonial history with the intervention of thousands of US troops following the tragic earthquake there. Video: 84 minutesThe A-Space, 4722 Baltimore Ave, Wednesday February 3 at 7 pm. Sponsored by Philly Socialist Action. A collection will be taken; all proceeds contributed to support grassroots medical relief to Haiti

Each year we gather together to make Valentines for US political prisoners. This is a great way to celebrate Valentines Day- sending love to folks who've been in prison for years due to their political involvement. We need to make sure they know we haven't forgotten them!Folks we send cards to are from the Black panthers, Black liberation movement, MOVE, Puerto Rican independence movement, eco-activists, and other anti-imperialist activists. Bring some art supplies if you have them, but remember we can't use stickers and glitter due to prison regulations. Sometimes even cards with glue are returned. There will also be supplies provided.