Scoop November 2008

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==Transition Norwich Theme Groups - Nov.2008==
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==Transition Norwich Theme Groups - Nov.2008 7.30pm, The Playhouse==
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The dates for first meetings and of a few follow-up meetings are:
The dates for first meetings and of a few follow-up meetings are:
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*Monday, 3rd November - Local government & planning
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*Tuesday, 11th November - Energy
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*Wednesday, 12th November - Buildings
*Monday, 17th November - 18:30  Grapes Hill Community Garden meeting, Reindeer  
*Monday, 17th November - 18:30  Grapes Hill Community Garden meeting, Reindeer  
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*Tuesday, 18th November - 19:30 Transport Playroom at the Playhouse
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*Tuesday, 18th November - Transport
*Wednesday, 19th November - 19:30 City Farms meeting at The Forum, Norwich (in Cafe Marzano)
*Wednesday, 19th November - 19:30 City Farms meeting at The Forum, Norwich (in Cafe Marzano)
*Tuesday, 25th November -19:30 Heart&Soul group (venue tbc)
*Tuesday, 25th November -19:30 Heart&Soul group (venue tbc)
*Wednesday, 26 November - 20:00 Children/Families/Edcn UEA, Room 1.33
*Wednesday, 26 November - 20:00 Children/Families/Edcn UEA, Room 1.33
   
   
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If not stated otherwise, meetings will be in the Playroom at the Playhouse, starting at 7.30pm.
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More information: http://www.transitionnorwich.org/
More information: http://www.transitionnorwich.org/
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==Ammunition (reloaded), Art Show, Nov 3rd-15th, 11am-5pm, St. Margarets Art Gallery==
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Following on from last years  popular anti war exhibition another is to be held again in Norwich. 
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Anti war events can never be seen as "successful", i.e. wars carry on regardless.
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However moments of reflection in the midst of our normal day-to-day-ness  are certainly not a bad thing. 
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Moments of clarity  need nurturing and art can  help make that happen.
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The show entitled AMMUNITION appeals to a broad cross section with work from agitprop to cool; from fine art to cartoon.
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In short something for everyone, well anyone who hopes and believes that peace is somehow possible, no matter how difficult to find.
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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.
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There will be a privat view when all the artists will be present: 7th November from 6.00pm.
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St Margarets Centre for the Arts,St. Benedicts Street, Norwich NR2 4PF
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For further info please contact: Art@ammunition.me.uk
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http://sites.google.com/a/ammunition.me.uk/ammunition/index
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==Film Show: Occupation 101, Thursday, Nov 6th, 7.00pm, UEA Arts Room 01.02==
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Occupation 101 is the  winner  of  8  film  festival  awards.
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It is a thought provoking and powerful documentary film on the  current  and
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historical root causes  of  the  Israeli-Palestinian  conflict.  Unlike  any
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other film produced on the conflict Occupation 101 presents a  comprehensive
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analysis of the facts and hidden  truths  surrounding  the  controversy  and
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dispels many of its long-perceived myths and misconceptions.
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The film lasts  90 minutes and will be followed by a discussion led by members of Norwich Stop the War Coalition. All welcome!
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Organised by Norwich Stop the War Coalition in conjunction with Hazel Marsh
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==An Indian Lunch, Saturday, Nov 8th, 12.00-3.00pm, Friends Meeting House==
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The Norfolk and Waveney Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) invite you to come and enjoy...
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'''An Indian Lunch'''
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Menu: welcome drink, a selection of Curries (mild Vegetable Curry, mild Chicken Curry,
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Tandoori Lamb), Rice and Dhal, Raita, Chutneys & Naan Breads, tea, coffee and sweets.
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Quakers help buid non-violent networks across the world. We bring together
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grassroot groups from across regions, helping them learn from each other
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about non-violent action for change.
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A suggested donation of £10 will help rais money For Quaker Peace and Social
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Witness work in the South East Asian region.
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To book your place pleace phone: 01603 624854
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==Remembrance of all victims of war, Sunday, 9th Nov, 12.30pm, Peace Pillar, Chapelfield Gardens== 
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Remembering everybody who has died as a result of war.
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Bring a poem or short reading if you want.
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Organised by Norwich Peace Council
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==Post US Election Roundtable, Tuesday, 11th Nov, 7pm, UEA, Lecture Theatre 3==
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Speakers:
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-Professor Andrew Rudalevige, Visiting Professor, Dickinson College , USA ,
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author of The New Imperial Presidency and Managing the President’s Program,
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co-editor of The George W Bush Legacy
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-Dr Lee Marsden, Lecturer in International Relations, University of East Anglia
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author of For God’s Sake: The Christian Right and US Foreign Policy and Lessons
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from Russia: Clinton and US Democracy Promotion
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-Dr David Milne, Lecturer in American Politics, University of East Anglia
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Author of America's Rasputin: Walt Rostow and the Vietnam War
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-Mr Nick Anstead, Lecturer in Politics, University of East Anglia
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Chaired by  Dr Nicola Pratt, Political Social and International Studies, UEA
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Public Event All Welcome
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Post US Election Roundtable followed by Q&A and book signing.
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7 pm Tuesday 11th November 2008, Universityof East Anglia, Lecture Theatre 3
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==Rising Tide planning meeting, Nov 13th 2008, 7.30pm, Rumsey Wells pub==
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A planning meeting for the two following events
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will be held on 13th November, 7.30 PM at the Rumsey Wells pub (formerly St.
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Andrew's Tavern) 4 St. Andrew's Street, NR2 4AF
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*29 November. The Second Annual Norwich Rat Race as part of the global Buy Nothing Day.
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*28 - 29 November 2008. 48 HOURS OF ACTION AGAINST E.ON AND NEW COAL
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The UK Government is calling for an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by
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2050, we are calling for 48 hours of action against E.ON and new coal NOW.
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More details available for both of the above events at
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www.risingtide.org.uk/norwich
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==Norfolk CAAT's meeting, Monday, Nov. 17th 2008, 7.30 pm, Birdcage Public House==
==Norfolk CAAT's meeting, Monday, Nov. 17th 2008, 7.30 pm, Birdcage Public House==
   
   
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.
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.
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==Charity event for Asylum seekers, Friday, Nov 28th, 7pm, IPSWICH, St John’s United Reformed Church==
 
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The charity event is aimed to raise awareness about people who have
 
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had to seek Asylum in Britain. The evening will be specifically
 
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looking at what happens to some refugees’ identity when making the
 
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transition from their home country into British culture and society.
 
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The evening will be a mix of different art forms of communication
 
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including film, poetry, singing and dance.
 
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We have got some wonderful performers and speakers; Godiva Apedo, Ele
 
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Scott, Mr. Gee, Nawroz Oramari, Mqhubeli Timbha and Jackie Rigden.
 
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Godiva Apedo is a very talented dancer who has had a passion to
 
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perform from her early years and was in the original cast of the Lion
 
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King at the Lyceum theatre Covent Garden. Godiva trained at Rambert
 
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School of Ballet and Contemporary dance and from there has gone on to
 
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tour with companies internationally.
 
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Ele Scott is another talented dancer who enjoys all forms of dance but
 
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especially loves contemporary. Ele also is the lead singer of well
 
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known Suffolk band ‘The Pursuit’. The band has become so successful
 
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over the years that Town 102 even made them the group to have as a
 
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package wedding prize in 2007.
 
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Mr. Gee is a gifted poet who seems to be able to turn his talent to
 
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anything…radio presenting for BBC’s Bespoken Word, performing comedy
 
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alongside Russell Brand, producing; the list goes on. Mr. Gee has just
 
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finished performing at ‘Into the Hoods’ at the Novello Theatre, Covent
 
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Garden. One of Mr. Gee’s poems will be played at the event.
 
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Nawroz Oramari is a Kurdish singer who incorporates all languages that
 
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he has come across in his lifetime through his lyrical work. Nawroz
 
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describes himself as a refugee from birth as his family had to escape
 
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war and the genocide when he was a baby. In his early years Nawroz
 
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became a leading figure in the movement for revolution. Nawroz used
 
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his
 
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singing as a form of communication to make the nation aware of the
 
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political instability and violent regimes.
 
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Mqhubeli Timbha is a refugee who has fled from Zimbabwe. Mqhubeli was
 
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forced to seek Asylum after he was assaulted by the armed thugs of the
 
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ruling party; Zanu-PF. Mqhubeli was detained in Hammondsworth and
 
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there
 
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he took part in a hunger strike. The hunger strike was driven in
 
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protest against the deportation of Zimbabweans who would have to go
 
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back to face Mugabe’s regime.
 
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Mqhubeli will be inviting the audience to ask questions about his
 
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experiences of seeking Asylum in Britain.
 
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Jackie Rigden has been an active volunteer visitor of centres in the
 
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South of London for almost ten years.
 
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Jackie will be speaking at the event highlighting the process one has
 
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to undergo to seek Asylum. Jackie will also be unraveling the meaning
 
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behind certain terminologies that may be used in the media that can be
 
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misinterpreted.
 
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The event is being held at St John’s United Reformed Church, 1 Cowper
 
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Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5JD on Friday 28th November 2008. It
 
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start at 7pm (doors will be opening at 6.30pm). Refreshments will be
 
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available. (£5 per ticket)
 
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Please contact Melissa Day for the purchasing of tickets or for any
 
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queries: 01473434683 or 07789838235
 
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http://www.keme.net/~stjohnsurcips/charity.htm
 
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or http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/Suffolk/Ipswich/IP1/News/Whats-On/115454-
 
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All funds raised will be donated to the Helen Bamber Foundation
 
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==A Simple Gift Sale, Saturday, Nov 29th 2008, 11am-2pm, Friends Meeting House==
==A Simple Gift Sale, Saturday, Nov 29th 2008, 11am-2pm, Friends Meeting House==
stuff we buy, the better off we'll be. But deep down, we also know that we
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.
can't buy happiness. So, let’s take a holiday from the consumer rat race.
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See you all Saturday 24th.
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