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Dear Progressives,
Welcome to the summer finally. As the temperatures rise, keep yourself hydrated and please keep active. Your community needs you! (Not just for the work you can do - there's fun stuff, too.) There are campaign worker trainings that can teach skills that are also useful for personal grassroots work in your neighborhood. There are issue awareness events that are great to expand your horizons and to enjoy beverages, finger food, and good company. There are interesting movies coming out that don't feature explosions. We'll share our favorites, and please give us a heads-up on things you discover. We at the South Side on Lamar office appreciate your continued interest, your continued support, and your continued input on what's going on in Texas. Please keep it coming. The Progressive Center is barely a year old, and it's still going strong because of the incredible spirit and generosity in North Texas. Thanks to you all! Be Well and Be Progressive,
Events at The Progressive Center:
Bill White University - new session!
Saturday, May 22nd, 10:00am to 4:00pm
The original session on May 15th is FULL and happening at the former ObamaDallas space across from the model train exhibit at South Side on Lamar.
This one-day training session is primarily designed for those who want to get
more involved in the Bill White campaign. It's also a great FREE opportunity to get good campaign work training that can applied to many grassroots endeavors at the local, state, and national level.
At BWU you will:
Get the inside scoop on the
campaign strategy across the state. Learn how to lead a grassroots
movement in your community, by becoming a precinct captain (organizing
your precinct), block captain (organizing your direct neighbors) or a
volunteer. Spread the word about Bill White. Explore deputy field organizer
opportunities (This opportunity does require an application and
additional training on Saturday)
With the help of supporters like you, we can make Texas a place where
our kids and our grandkids will thrive. Click here to see Bill White's message to budding local activists like you, and sign up for BWU.
We look forward
to seeing you on Saturday, May 22nd at 10:00am!
Friends of Progressive Center Event:
Face-Off: National Immigration
Debate Hits Home
Wednesday, May 19th, 6:00pm - Registration/Reception, 6:30pm - 8:00pm - Program
The Dallas Democratic Forum presents "A Battle for Power: The Economic and Political Impact of Hispanic Immigration in North Texas". Participants:
* Texas State Representative Trey Martinez Fischer of San Antonio, chair of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus.
* Dan Stein, President of FAIR (Federation for American Immigration Reform), whose legal institute is currently representing the City of Farmers Branch.
* William A. Brewer III, chairman of the Bickel & Brewer Storefront community service legal affiliate, which has been successful in challenging the "immigration ordinances" proposed in Farmers Branch.
* Caroline B. Brettell, Professor of Anthropology at Southern Methodist University, who has an ongoing NSF-funded research project on immigration in Farmers Branch and the DFW metroplex.
Moderator:
* Krys Boyd, host and managing editor of KERA-FM's flagship midday talk show Think.
2010 Regular members $25.00 on Paypal, Guests $35.00 on Paypal
or pay by cash or check at registration table.
The Progressive Center of Texas gets no proceeds from this event.
(Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Avenue, Dallas) |
Other Progressive Events in the Area:
The Most Dangerous Man in America
Starting April 30th, 2010
Co-winner of this year's Freedom of Expression Award from the National Board of Review (and one of their Five Best Documentaries of the Year), Winner of the Special Jury Award at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, and Academy AwardŽ Nominee for Best Documentary, The Most Dangerous Man in America tells the story of Daniel Ellsberg, a high-level Pentagon official and Vietnam War strategist, who in 1971 leaked 7,000 pages of top secret documents to The New York Times, exposing decades of lies and making headlines around the world.
(Landmark Magnolia Cinema, 3699 McKinney Avenue, Suite 100, Dallas)
Kids Art Workshops in Deep Ellum
Saturday, May 15th & 22nd
Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway, the Deep Ellum Foundation and Art Love Magic, in partnership with the Dallas Youth Council, Inc. invites young artists to play, join and create with their friends and neighbors at the Kids Art Workshops.
May 15 - Visual art: Watercolor, cartooning and pottery
May 22 - Music: Guitar, drums and keyboard
Each day will have two sessions that will each host 30 children.
Ages 7 - 12 will meet from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ages 13 - 17 will meet from 12:30 to 4 p.m.
To participate, you must register via email stephanie.pegues@dallascityhall.com or call 214-670-0708.
For your convenience, vans will depart from the Beckley Saner Recreation Center, 114. W. Hobson at 8:30am and noon for each session, which will be held
at the Deep Ellum Foundation, 2630 E. Commerce.
Fashion with Freedom and Purpose:
Unveiling of Abi Ferrin's Fall 2010 Collection
Wednesday, May 26th, starting at 7:00pm
For more info, go to www.abiferrin.com
Tickets: $20.00
(Artist Quarter, South Side on Lamar, 1409 S Lamar St, Dallas)
Dallas: Living, Dreaming, and Rebuilding
May 5 - 27, Reception on Thursday, May 27th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
An exhibit of photos and art inspired by the residents and lives of Dallas' South Side neighborhood. Proceeds benefit Rebuilding Together Greater Dallas. Visit www.rebuildingdallas.org for more info. $10 per person including urban music, hors d'oeuvres, non- alcoholic drinks, and a cash bar.
(Janette Kennedy Gallery, South Side on Lamar, 1409 S Lamar St, Dallas)
Democracy For America Campaign Academy
June 5th -6th, Starting at 9:00am
Ten reasons to attend the DFA Campaign Academy training in Dallas, TX June 5th & 6th:
1. Learn how to plan and run a winning grassroots campaign
2. Meet and hear from local progressive candidates
3. Learn from trainers with decades of experience
4. Mingle with other local progressive activists at social events
5. Get a copy of our 180 page Grassroots Campaign Training Manual
6. Set goals and make plans to pass progressive legislation
7. Re-connect with old friends from the campaign
8. Help elect progressive candidates in 2010
9. Learn to organize your neighborhood or precinct
10. Find a campaign job or volunteer opportunity
All we ask is a small contribution of $60 to DFA to help us cover our costs. Don't worry if you can't afford it, you can always find someone to sponsor you through our training scholarship fund and we offer reduced tuition rates to those in need.
Space is limited so click here to reserve your seat today!
(1405 S Lamar St, Dallas)
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Directions and Contact Information
Our address is:
South Side on Lamar, 1409 S. Lamar Street, Suite 1021, Dallas, TX, 75215
South Side on Lamar is on South Lamar Street between Belleview Street and Arnold Street. Enter South Side from Belleview Street. The Progressive Center is located on the ground floor "Artists' Quarter" next door to the Janette Kennedy Gallery.
Click here for a Google Map
Free parking for event guests is available in the restaurant parking lot on the northeast corner of Belleview and Lamar. Paid parking is available in the lot behind Bill's Records and Poor David's Pub.
We encourage you to carpool or ride DART Rail to the event: either the Red or Blue line to the Cedars Station, which is just down the street from South Side on Lamar.
ADA assistance is available for Progressive Center events by contacting us. We will make any arrangements needed.
For this or any other questions or comments call us at 214.485.2720 or write to us at frontdesk@progressivecenteroftexas.org
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