PEACE & JUSTICE EVENTS CALENDAR

WEEKLY EVENTS SCHEDULE:

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MONDAYS: 12 p.m. THE MICHIGAN LEAGUE FOR PUBLIC POLICY'S YEAS & NAYS. A weekly roundup of what happened under the Capitol Dome and what it means for you at home. Find the link for the Facebook Lives HERE.​​​

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TUESDAYS: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. SOCIAL JUSTICE: TAKE ACTION TUESDAYS IN THE U.P. Join together with others who are concerned about the course of our democracy for "Take Action Tuesdays." Peacefully demonstrate in support of our democratic values and in opposition to actions by our government that run counter to Unitarian Universalist Principles. 

Address: Escanaba MI - Corner of Lincoln Rd. and Ludington St. by the Walgreen's (2301 Ludington St Escanaba MI, 49829)

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Check out the Detroit Public Library for free courses on computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite, mobile devices, the internet and more. Click HERE to view the upcoming events. 

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Harvard University is offering FREE college courses for people worldwide on U.S. government affairs. Click HERE for more information. 

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MONTHLY EVENTS CALENDAR:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​

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Dec 9th 7 - 8:15 p.m. GENERAL STUDENT LOAN WORKSHOP. Join the Student Debt Crisis Center via Zoom for a workshop tailored to address the needs of borrowers. We will cover federal programs, repayment plan options, loan forgiveness pathways, and the latest updates on the student loan landscape.Click HERE to register.

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Dec 9th 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. THE TOP 5 NEWS STORIES YOU HAVEN'T HEARD. ​Join Red, Wine, and Blue via Zoom to hear from Jessica Yellin, award-winning journalist and founder of News Not Noise, to give us the Top 5 News Stories You Aren’t Hearing About. Between the breaking alerts, the doomscrolling, and whatever new chaos seems to pop up each morning, it’s no wonder some of the most important stories slip right past us. She’ll cut through the clutter, help spotlight the stories that actually matter, and give you tips on staying up-to-date going forward. Click HERE to register.

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Dec 10th 8 a.m. COMMUNITY SOLAR LOBBY DAY. ​Join MI Climate Action in Lansing for a community lobby day. You don’t need to be an expert to participate — just bring your passion for climate justice and a commitment to fair, community-driven energy solutions. Join us to help educate legislators on why Michiganders need community solar. Click HERE to register.

Address to Meet At: Central Methodist Church- 215 N Capitol Ave Lansing MI, 48933

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Dec 10th 7:30 - 9 p.m. DECEMBER BANNED BOOK CLUB. ​Join Red, Wine, and Blue via Zoom to discuss "The House of the Spirits" by Isabel Allende. The novel is a family saga that spans three generations of a Chilean family living through a turbulent time. The book uses magical realism to explore political and social issues. Parents in North Carolina and California have attempted to have Allende’s book removed from school curriculum because they felt it was too graphic. Click HERE to register.

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Dec 11th 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX: CREATIVITY IN ORGANIZING. ​Join Red, Wine, and Blue via Zoom to hear from the Center for Artistic Activism. They will share inspiring, unexpected campaigns that mobilized communities and learn fun, interactive exercises to help you bring creative energy into the work you’re already doing. If you’re ready to tap into imagination and innovation to grab attention for the issues that matter most to you, this is a session you won’t want to miss. Click HERE to register.

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Dec 16th 7 - 8:15 p.m. WORKSHOP: MAJOR OVERHAUL OF THE STUDENT LOAN SYSTEM. ​Join the Student Debt Crisis Center via Zoom for a workshop that will discuss upcoming changes that will significantly impact repayment plan options, loan lending limits, and more, as a result of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'. Click HERE to register.

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Dec 16th 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. WHEN THE WORLD'S ON FIRE: CARING FOR OURSELVES AND OUR KIDS. ​Join Red, Wine, and Blue via Zoom to hear from psychologist Dr. Stephanie Citron and therapist Deborah Paris (also known as RWB founder Katie Paris' mother and mother-in-law) for an important conversation about parenting through chaos. They’ll share practical advice on talking to kids about tough issues, helping them manage anxiety, and ways for adults to stay grounded and resilient in challenging times. You’ll leave with tools to care for your kids and protect your own mental health when the world feels like it’s on fire.. Click HERE to register.

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LOW COST/FREE HOLIDAY EVENTS CALENDAR:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ 

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Dec 6th 1 - 4 p.m. CREATION STATION DROP-IN. ​Join the Detroit Public Library for a fun and creative session at our Creation Station! We'll be making scented candles, hand warmers, cat toys and more. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Great for homemade holiday gifts. Click HERE to register.

Address: Detroit Public Library Chase Branch- 17731 West Seven Mile Rd Detroit MI, 48235

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Dec 6th 3 - 5 p.m. SPA DAY IN A JAR. ​Join the Detroit Public Library for a fun and creative session in mixing soothing salts with essential oils and botanicals to craft luxurious bath blends that are perfect for self-care. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Great for homemade holiday gifts. Click HERE to register.

Address: Detroit Public Library Edison Branch- 18400 Joy Rd Detroit MI, 48228

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Dec 11th 6 - 8 p.m. WINTER BUTTON TREES. ​Join the Detroit Public Library for a fun and cozy crafting session where we'll be making button trees to decorate your home this holiday season! No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Click HERE to register.

Address: Detroit Public Library Chase Branch- 17731 West Seven Mile Rd Detroit MI, 48235