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A Letter from the Institute's Executive Director
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Dear Friends,
Like squirrels collecting acorns, this is the time of year when we receive gifts and support that sustain the work of the Gandhi Institute all year. We mailed our annual appeal a few days ago. If you would like to receive it by mail, let me know or find the appeal here.
The importance of the work here is only underscored by the rhetoric, fear and painful divisions generated by the current elections. Please respond as swiftly and generously as you are able.
As you know, we advocate for the use of restorative practices in schools and elsewhere as a form of applied nonviolence. We celebrate a new video about this work as well as important research with students at James Monroe High. Let us know what you think. Keep reading for good news and ways to get involved.
This comes with love from everyone here,
Kit Miller
for the Gandhi Institute
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Zen Meditation Group
Mondays starting 11/7
5:00-5:45 pm
Gandhi Institute Meditation Room
Starting on 11/7, each Monday from 5:00-5:45, we will meet in the meditation space and practice the healing art of zen meditation. If you're looking for stress reduction, clarity, better focus and more, you're welcome to join us and learn how to meditate.
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Free Film Screening:
Scarred Lands & Wounded Lives
November 16, 7pm
Gandhi Institute
Veterans for Peace is hosting a free film screening of the documentary,
Scarred Lands and Wounded Lives in the Institute's conference room. The film focuses on the environmental damage caused by war and the preparation for war.
If you have any questions about the event, contact David Dornford at dldorn5@gmail.com
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November 29 at 10 pm-11pm EST
Give $10 at 10
Donate between 10-11 to increase our chances of winning a bonus!
Please help us by donating!
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Spit and Share: Not Your Everyday Cypher
November 7, 6-8 pm
Gandhi Institute Conference Room
Local youth poets will share poems on contemporary issues which will be followed by a crowd reflection on the thoughts, feelings and conversation each piece evokes.
The purpose of this program is to facilitate an inter-generational space in which people can release the anxiety of the presidential election and global contemporary issues with art and sincere fellowship.
Snacks, music, and love are guaranteed to be provided! ALL are welcome!
If you are a local poet under 25 who is interested in reading, contact Christina at christina@gandhiinstitute.org.
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One World Goods Fundraiser
Through the end of November, when you make a purchase at One World Goods in-store or online ( www.owgoods.org), 10% of your purchase will be donated to the Gandhi Institute with this coupon.
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11/7
Zen Meditation Group
5:00-5:45 pm
11/7
Spit & Share: Not Your Everyday Cypher
6:00-8:00pm
11/16
Free Film Screening:
Scarred Lands & Wounded Lives
7:00 pm
11/19
12:00-4:30 pm
11/20
10:00am-1:00pm
11/29 all day
12/2 5:00-9:00pm
12/3 Metro Justice Annual Alternative Fair 10:00am-2:00pm |
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Gandhi Institute in the News:
Leo Roth
Democrat & Chronicle
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SAVE THE DATE:
2017 Winter Nonviolence
Intensive
February 20-23, 2017
Rochester Friends Meeting House
84 Scio St.
Rochester, NY 14604
Deepen your understanding of nonviolence and how to put it into action in your life!
Led by Gandhi Institute nonviolence educators, we'll explore different modes of nonviolence from the power of empathic listening to practicing cultural humility to how to walk toward conflict.
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Beloved Community Dinners
Recognizing the importance for diverse groups to discuss vital moral and civic issues, we are organizing a project called Beloved Community Dinners, for people to break break and hold a guided conversation. If you are interested in hosting, contributing food or attending, email Christina at
christina@gandhiinstitute.org.
A number of dinners will be held in the coming months.
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Gandhi Institute Wish List:
Snow shovels
Garden rakes
Postage stamps
Floor standing easel
White Christmas lights
Markers & crayons
Brita water filters
Peppermints
Work gloves
Dish towels
Wegmans gift cards
Fabric
Board games
Copy paper
Toilet paper
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Looking to do some early holiday shopping?
We are selling Gandhi Decks, posters, memoirs, picture books, tote bags, snap purses, and more handmade cloth goods from repurposed, scrap fabric.
Stop by the Gandhi House, check out our online shop, or come see us at the Benefits Boutique and Metro Justice Alternative Fair!
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