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==Transition Norwich Theme Groups - Nov. and Dec. 7.30pm, The Playhouse== [[Image:TransitionNorwich.jpg]] The dates for first meetings are: *Monday, 3rd November - Local government & planning *Tuesday, 11th November - Energy *Wednesday, 12th November - Buildings *Tuesday, 18th November - Transport *Tuesday, 2nd December - Young People *Tuesday, 16th December - Economy/Business All of the meetings will be in the Playroom at the Playhouse, starting at 7.30pm. More information: http://www.transitionnorwich.org/ ---- ==Ammunition (reloaded), Art Show, Nov 3rd-15th, 11am-5pm, St. Margarets Art Gallery== Following on from last years popular anti war exhibition another is to be held again in Norwich. Anti war events can never be seen as "successful", i.e. wars carry on regardless. However moments of reflection in the midst of our normal day-to-day-ness are certainly not a bad thing. Moments of clarity need nurturing and art can help make that happen. The show entitled AMMUNITION appeals to a broad cross section with work from agitprop to cool; from fine art to cartoon. In short something for everyone, well anyone who hopes and believes that peace is somehow possible, no matter how difficult to find. The show includes photomontage artist Peter Kennard with prints fresh from his London exhibition; international Pop artist and patron of Norwich Fringe Festival Colin Self; a print from the Lebanon series by John Kiki; and dancer and vocalist Samia Malik whose work explores race, language,politics, roots and religion. There will be a privat view when all the artists will be present: 7th November from 6.00pm. St Margarets Centre for the Arts,St. Benedicts Street, Norwich NR2 4PF For further info please contact: Art@ammunition.me.uk http://sites.google.com/a/ammunition.me.uk/ammunition/index ---- ==Film Show: Occupation 101, Thursday, Nov 6th, 7.00pm, UEA Arts Room 01.02== Occupation 101 is the winner of 8 film festival awards. It is a thought provoking and powerful documentary film on the current and historical root causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Unlike any other film produced on the conflict Occupation 101 presents a comprehensive analysis of the facts and hidden truths surrounding the controversy and dispels many of its long-perceived myths and misconceptions. The film lasts 90 minutes and will be followed by a discussion led by members of Norwich Stop the War Coalition. All welcome! {| class="wikitable" |- |width="10%"| [[Image:NorwichStopTheWarCoalition.jpg]] |width="30%"| More information from: http://www.norwichstopwar.org.uk or email:info@norwichstopwar.org.uk |width="50%"| |} Organised by Norwich Stop the War Coalition in conjunction with Hazel Marsh ---- ==An Indian Lunch, Saturday, Nov 8th, 12.00-3.00pm, Friends Meeting House== The Norfolk and Waveney Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) invite you to come and enjoy... '''An Indian Lunch''' Menu: welcome drink, a selection of Curries (mild Vegetable Curry, mild Chicken Curry, Tandoori Lamb), Rice and Dhal, Raita, Chutneys & Naan Breads, tea, coffee and sweets. Quakers help buid non-violent networks across the world. We bring together grassroot groups from across regions, helping them learn from each other about non-violent action for change. A suggested donation of £10 will help rais money For Quaker Peace and Social Witness work in the South East Asian region. To book your place pleace phone: 01603 624854 ---- ==Remembrance of all victims of war, Sunday, 9th Nov, 12.30pm, Peace Pillar, Chapelfield Gardens== Remembering everybody who has died as a result of war. Bring a poem or short reading if you want. Organised by Norwich Peace Council ---- ==Post US Election Roundtable, Tuesday, 11th Nov, 7pm, UEA, Lecture Theatre 3== Speakers: -Professor Andrew Rudalevige, Visiting Professor, Dickinson College , USA , author of The New Imperial Presidency and Managing the President’s Program, co-editor of The George W Bush Legacy -Dr Lee Marsden, Lecturer in International Relations, University of East Anglia author of For God’s Sake: The Christian Right and US Foreign Policy and Lessons from Russia: Clinton and US Democracy Promotion -Dr David Milne, Lecturer in American Politics, University of East Anglia Author of America's Rasputin: Walt Rostow and the Vietnam War -Mr Nick Anstead, Lecturer in Politics, University of East Anglia Chaired by Dr Nicola Pratt, Political Social and International Studies, UEA Public Event All Welcome Post US Election Roundtable followed by Q&A and book signing. 7 pm Tuesday 11th November 2008, Universityof East Anglia, Lecture Theatre 3 ---- ==Rising Tide planning meeting, Nov 13th 2008, 7.30pm, Rumsey Wells pub== A planning meeting for the two following events will be held on 13th November, 7.30 PM at the Rumsey Wells pub (formerly St. Andrew's Tavern) 4 St. Andrew's Street, NR2 4AF *29 November. The Second Annual Norwich Rat Race as part of the global Buy Nothing Day. *28 - 29 November 2008. 48 HOURS OF ACTION AGAINST E.ON AND NEW COAL The UK Government is calling for an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050, we are calling for 48 hours of action against E.ON and new coal NOW. More details available for both of the above events at www.risingtide.org.uk/norwich ---- ==Norfolk CAAT's meeting, Monday, Nov. 17th 2008, 7.30 pm, Birdcage Public House== The venue for Norfolk CAAT's meeting of Monday 17th November has been changed to the Birdcage Public House, Pottergate, Norwich - opposite the Friends Meeting House. From 7.00 for 7.30pm. Prompt start! Last year the very successful National 'Control BAE'' Tour of Britain started at Norwich in November and the Norwich team had a pre-meeting with our national colleagues at that venue. As we are not far off the festive season and the winter solstice some members have agreed to have a social get-together afterwards. Local CAAT long term supporters and new are welcome to attend and have an input to the meeting and get to meet up with their colleagues afterwards. ---- ==WIRED'S event: Wednesdays, Nov 19th 2008, 2.00-5.00 pm, UEA, Arts 1, Room A3.01== [[Image:wired.jpg]] '''BBFC-British Board of Film Classification''', presented by John Wagland The BBFC will be giving a unique look into the world of film classification from John Wagland (ex game designer and now BBFC examiner). John will use various clips to illustrate and contextualise the decision making procedure and demystify this essential process. The BBFC is a highly expert and experienced regulator of moving image (especially film, video/DVD and video games), and also a service provider for new and developing media. As an independent, self-financing regulator, they have a passion for moving images and balance their duty to protect the public with a respect for the right to freedom of expression. More information about the BBFC can be found via their website www.bbfc.co.uk For more information about these events go to http://www.fdmx.co.uk or to Book a Free space on this event please contact Louise@fdmx.co.uk or Megan@fdmx.co.uk ---- ==Vigil: 7th Anniversary of the 'Liberation' of Afghanistan, Thursday, Nov 20th, 7:00pm, opposite the Forum== This is the 7th anniversary of the so called liberation of Afghanistan. A vigil will be held in remembrance of all people killed in Afghanistan during that time. The people in Afghanistan face a humanitarian crisis. Eight million are assumed to go hungry this winter. This crisis can't be addressed due to the ongoing war. This vigil is also about asking to stop the suffering and end this war. {| class="wikitable" |- |width="10%"| [[Image:NorwichStopTheWarCoalition.jpg]] |width="30%"| More information from: http://www.norwichstopwar.org.uk or email:info@norwichstopwar.org.uk |width="50%"| |} Organised by Norwich Stop the War Coalition. ---- ==UNA LunchBox Meeting: Transition Norwich, Friday, Nov 21st 2008, 12:15 for 1pm, Friends Meeting House== United Nations Association (Norwich & District Branch) are holding their monthly 'LunchBox' meeting on Friday 21st November at 1pm in the Friend's Meeting House, Upper Goat Lane, Norwich. The speakers this month will be Chris Hull and Tully Wakeman who will talk about 'Transition Norwich - Responding to Global Warming'. The talk is from 1pm and will last about 45 minutes. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch at any time from 12.15pm. Hot drinks and biscuits are served, included in the charge of £2 The Norwich and District Branch of the United Nations Association is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its founding in 1948 and are very pleased to host a talk on this vital subject. The world is rapidly reaching the point at which oil production must start to reduce year on year, with dramatic consequences for our economy, food supply, and way of life. Transition Norwich aims to facilitate a community response to the twin problems of Peak Oil and Climate Change. Norwich & District UNA are fully supportive of their efforts. So please do try to come to this lunchtime meeting. ---- ==A Simple Gift Sale, Saturday, Nov 29th 2008, 11am-2pm, Friends Meeting House== The Norfolk and Waveney Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) invite you to '''The Simple Gifts Sale''' Handmade gifts,crafts,books and cards; jams and preserves, gifts from the garden ... Hot soup and rolls, cakes, sweets and puddings, teas and coffees. ---- ==Rat Race on Buy Nothing Day, Saturday, Nov 29th 2008, 2.30pm, St. Andrews's Plain== ROLL UP, ROLL UP - RAT RACE, RAT RACE On Saturday 29th November it’s BUY NOTHING DAY - time for the 2009 Norwich City Centre Rat Race! The race will highlight the moral, environmental and personal consequences of consumerism, and also challenge the city centre’s most unethical corporations. It would be great if as many people came along as possible! Rat masks and ‘go faster’, ‘work harder’ signs will be provided and it would be good if people could dress smart (ish). We don’t know how long it will last but probably an hour or two of racing, with lots of rest breaks. Here’s what you need to know … DATE - SATURDAY 29th NOVEMBER MEET - ST ANDREW’S PLAIN (opposite Cinema City), ST ANDREW’S STREET, NR3 1AU. TIME - 2.30PM. We all know that corporate consumer culture creates major social and environmental problems. From day one, we're sold the story that the more stuff we buy, the better off we'll be. But deep down, we also know that we can't buy happiness. So, let’s take a holiday from the consumer rat race. See you all Saturday 24th. ---- ==Help Ban Cluster Bombs Now! Sign the People's Treaty== {| class="wikitable" |- |width="10%"| [[Image:cluster_bomb_treaty.gif]] |width="30%"| http://www.minesactioncanada.org/peoples_treaty/index.cfm |width="50%"| |} Cluster bombs cause predictable and unacceptable harm to civilians, both at the time of use and for many years after. It is my strong belief that these weapons are morally unacceptable. '''The Convention on Cluster Munitions – Explained''' The Convention on Cluster Munitions was negotiated and adopted at the Dublin Diplomatic Conference on 30 May 2008 by 107 states. It is a legally binding international treaty that forbids the use, production, stockpiling and transfer of cluster bombs. The Convention will be signed in Oslo on 3 December 2008. No changes can be made to the wording of the treaty. The Convention bans cluster bombs, with no exceptions or period of time in which countries can continue to use them after the ban. Stockpiles must be destroyed within eight years and contaminated land cleared within 10. The Convention sets a new standard for assisting victims and protecting their human rights. States must provide medical, financial and psychological support to survivors and all people affected by cluster bombs. http://www.minesactioncanada.org/peoples_treaty/index.cfm

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