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United Diversity Guide, October 23rd, 2007

Josef Davies-Coates

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Hello!

Welcome to the third edition of the United Diversity Guide!

Send feedback and submissions to josef @ uniteddiversity.com

Enjoy!

CONTENTS

  1. NEWS
    United Diversity News
    More good news
    Other recent news
  2. VIDEOS
    The Most Terrifying Video You’ll Ever See
    Meet “The Corporation” Director
    The Corporation
    Homegrown Revolution
    Sipson Resident on Heathrow Expansion
    Brookside Farm – Growing Food, Growing Energy
    NZ Transition Towns – Part 1
    NUCLEAR NONSENSE: Interview # 1 – Harvey Wasserman
    DRIVE BY PROJECTING
    Japanese Hornets / Bees
  3. EVENTS THIS WEEK
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NEWS

United Diversity news

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More good news

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Other recent news

Last week Oli pointed out that this section can be a bit depressing and needs some explanation, so here goes: this section is to remind us of the context within which we all work and why projects like United Diversity are so important.

Climate Change is happening faster than even the worst case scenarios and Peak Oil is now. As David Korten explains, we’re entering the “perfect economic storm” that is going to force a radical restructuring of economy and society.

However, we shouldn’t really treat this news as depressing; the existing economic and political structures in are society inherently unsustainable and grossly unjust. Yes, we’re facing unprecedented change and the challenge before us is daunting. But its not depressing. It is an opportunity. NOW is the time to self-organise, share resources, and work together to create the world we want. The time is now.

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VIDEOS

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

Tuesday October 23rd, 2007

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Wednesday Oct 24th, 2007

  • Film: Siren Cinema @ Dame Colet House
    Ben Jonson Road, Stepney London E1 3NH
    https://www.siren-net.co.uk/
    Second in an excellent new fortnightly film night, see website for details.
  • Music: Heads High @ Jrink
    62 Frith Street, Soho,, London, W1D 3JN
    https://www.myspace.com/headshighmusic
    Every Wednesday, Heads High residents Cal Jada and Duke Etienne will be serving up a quality mix of jazz, afro beat, disco, boogie, (the deeper side of) house, hip hop, reggae and some yet to be classified material – for your pleasure only. Joined by guest DJs and a full live band complied of various musicians, producers, emcees and vocalists once a month, these Wednesday sessions are set to be so much more than just your regular drinking hang out.
    7pm – 1am
    FREE

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Thursday Oct 25th, 2007

  • Workshop: Graffiti Workshop @ @ Toilet Gallery
    151 Clarence Street Kingston upon Thames Surrey KT1 1QT
    https://hijack.guerrillazoo.com
    https://www.guerrillazoo.co.uk
    https://www.candie-bandit.com
    The Candie Bandit’s previous workshops have a great success. Students learn everything from the history of graffiti and street art, to how to make stencils and can control. She also talk about all the safety issues, from inhaling paint to standing on ladders to reach the high bits! She has previously involved local police to come and speak to the youths about punishment for graffiti which is followed up by a talk on how to make money from legal artwork by getting commissions or even teaching it too! She will be joined by several other infamous graff writers.
    6pm – 10pm
    Donations (Bring some paint / pens / cans / pads etc…)

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Friday October 26th, 2007

  • Workshop: Vocal Workshop @ Toilet Gallery
    151 Clarence Street Kingston upon Thames Surrey KT1 1QT
    https://hijack.guerrillazoo.com
    https://www.guerrillazoo.co.uk
    A workshop to explore the transformational power of sound. We will work with breath, free sound, toning and chant to reveal the full range of your authentic voice. ‘Eliza has an amazing and gentle presence. With lightness and integrity she opens the gateway to sacred heart of sound.’ Steve Nobel, Director of Alternatives, London.
    5 – 7pm
    £5
  • DIY Media MAYDAY Magazine launch weekend
    https://lists.riseup.net/www/arc/londonscn-events/2007-10/msg00000.html
    MAYDAY magazine was formed out of the need to develop political and practical ideas around the movements we are involved in. From anti-fascism, social centres, migrant and no border struggles to the legacies and histories of class struggle in the UK . The intention is to bring together all our experiences and bring radical anti-capitalist and anarchist ideas to a wider audience. First issue includes articles: Mayday manifesto, Autonomous anti-fascism, tribe of wombles, Notes on No Borders, with contributions from Ian Bone, Dave Douglas, Trevor Bark (who will be in attendance on friday to talk about the magazine). Check link for more details.
  • Poetry and Acoustic Spacegirl’s Poetry Salon @ 491 Gallery
    491 Grove Green Road, London E11 4AA
    https://www.491gallery.com/
    https://uniteddiversity.com/spacegirls-poetry-salon-491-gallery/
    Loads of great poets and some music too. Check out the flyer here for more details.

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Saturday Oct 27th, 2007

  • Books, Workshops and Networking: London Anarchist Bookfair @ Queen Mary & Westfield College
    Mile End Road, London E1 4NS
    https://www.anarchistbookfair.org/
    The very first Anarchist Bookfair was in 1983. It’s happened every year since, getting bigger and better each time. This coming one is our 26th Anarchist Bookfair and it is the largest and most important regular gathering of Anarchists in the world. It reflects the full range of Anarchist groups, publishers and activity. Alongside the day length Bookfair, where you can get the latest books, pamphlets, magazines and all the other stuff, there are continual meetings and discussions on all aspects of anarchist activity. These are open to all. Through the day there is a professionally run creche and hot food. As has happened in previous years there will be anarchist caberet throughout the day and a full programme of videos/DVD’s for people to watch.
    10am – 6pm
    £1
  • Demo: Pre-emptive Peace Strikes – “Don’t Attack Iran”, 2pm @ Parliament Square
    https://www.peacestrike.org.uk/details.htm
    Withdraw your labour, book a day off work, or take a break from your usual routine and show the government that you are opposed to any actions or steps that might be taken that threaten the sovereign nation of Iran or any other country.
    2pm
    FREE
  • Music: Guerrilla Zoo Hijack Closing Night Party @ Toilet Gallery
    151 Clarence Street Kingston upon Thames Surrey KT1 1QT
    (Located in-between The Kings Tun Pub and Starbucks, opposite Oceana nightclub) The nearest station is Kingston. Trains go directly from Waterloo, Vauxhall and Clapham Junction and take 20-30 mins. The gallery is 2 mins walk away from Kingston Station.
    https://hijack.guerrillazoo.com
    https://www.guerrillazoo.co.uk
    Our hijack has come to and end…So we want to go out in style, and have a bit of a party to celebrate!!! So all those of your have haven’t quite made it over yet, come and join us for an array of live bands, solo musicians, poets, live art and other happenings…and CHECK OUT THE UNIQUE ART INSTALLATIONS!!! All acts will be announced on the night (to keep with the spontaneity of the happening/hijack) but the proccedings will be commenced by Slackers – Renounced for singing in streets, bandstands, homes, shops, corporations, picket lines, public transport and baths across the country. Slackers will be sharing some of their songs and process. Changing the energy of the gallery space, and encouraging you to sing along with them…
    https://lambethbandofsolidarity.wordpress.com/we-are-slackers/
    6pm til LATE!
    FREE
  • Music, Film and Benefit: Anarchist Bookfair after party @ rampART
    https://lists.riseup.net/www/arc/rampart/2007-10/msg00003.html
    https://rampart.co.nr/
    Offering something of a break in tradition, the noborders/rampART benefit party after the anarchist book fair is an alternative to hanging out in the pub. Open from 6pm it’s a chance to hang out with friends while supporting grassroots campaigns and a rare opportunity to listen to conscious hip-hop and rap with acts from the USA, Greece, Scarborough, Manchester, Bristol and London.
    DJ Rubbish + boogieknight + figure of speech + literal X + the edger +
    Drowning Dog + Malatesta
    proceeds to NoBorders and rampART
    Films, music and drinks from 6pm. Acts from 9pm
    Suggested donation £5
  • Music and Benefit Saharawi @ The Synergy Centre
    220 Farmers Road, London SE5 0TW
    https://www.thesynergycentre.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=53&Itemid=101
    The Synergy Centre and Sandblast Arts present ‘Saharawi’ –
    a night of traditional world music and dance, world-dance DJs , a discussion led by Graham Hancock on the origins of civilisation, conscious film and acoustic performances.
    8pm – 8am
    £10 / 7 concs £5 before 11pm
  • Music and Benefit Halloween Ball extravaganza @ 491 Gallery
    491 Grove Green Road, London E11 4AA
    https://www.491gallery.com/
    https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=5292113113
    This is a fund raising event with Suggested donation of £7 – £10 depending on financial status, all proceeds going to the gallery to support and improve resources and works underway, so come and party your pants off spooky style and help support this special gem of a place.
  • Music:Anarchist Bookfair Afterparty @ Dame Colet House
    Ben Jonson Road, Stepney London E1 3NH
    https://www.siren-net.co.uk/
    Sound Systems: Siren – Reknaw & 187
    Bands: Headjam – Ras Simeon Judah – Diverse D&B, Breaks, Dub, Ska, food from 7pm
    Full details on website.
  • Music Psychosemitic @ Ditch Bar in Shoreditch
    145 Shoredicth High St, E1 6JE
    https://www.myspace.com/psychosem
    Psychosemitic is a brand spanking new not-for-profit event production and multimedia agency that exists to bring together through Muslims, Jews, and people from across the MIddle East through music and interactive art. We also promote the music and art of these communities to the wider public and thereby encourage people from all backgrounds to learn more about these cultures.
    9pm – 3am
    £5

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Sunday October 28th, 2007

  • Festival: Diwali on the Square 2007 @ Trafalgar Square
    https://travelguides.lastminute.com/sisp/index.htm?fx=event&event_id=100218
    The Mayor of London and the Diwali in London Group host Diwali celebrations in the heart of London at Trafalgar Square. With festivities, food and performance, floating candles in the fountains, lights and saris draping the square, this recently-pedestrianised public space is transformed into a mini Mumbai for this important Hindu Festival of Light.
    12pm – 8pm
    FREE
  • Music: No Rest for The Wicked @ Club Hidden
    100 Tinworth Street, London SE11 5EQ
    https://www.alchemyrecords.co.uk/
    https://www.sinewave.tv/
    https://www.dontstayin.com/uk/london/hidden
    The official Alchemy Records daylight afterparty continues on from ‘Fright Night’ at the Hidden Nightclub in Vauxhall – five minutes walk from the Colloseum (if you are wonky then ten minutes!).
    8am – 8pm
    £8 on the door
    £5 (with Fright Night stamp)
    £4 presale online

Monday October 29th, 2007

  • Gathering: NODE.London Subscriber’s Meeting @ Gasworks Gallery
    155 Vauxhall Street, London SE11 5RH
    https://wiki.nodel.org/index.php/Subscriber_Meeting_24-09-2007
    The next NODE.London Subscribers’ Meeting is taking place on Monday 29 October from 6.30pm to 9.30pm, and will be at the Gasworks Gallery. Everyone is welcome. We hope to build still further on the great energy, and see yet more new faces – and continue to mix informal networking with more great ideas about how NODE.London, and media arts in London, can develop!
    6.30 – 9.30pm
    FREE If you can come, please send an e-mail to tim@tim-jones.co.uk so we know how much food and drink to provide.

Upcoming

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