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Seven Bridges World Market is located at: 400 1st Avenue Northeast in Minneapolis.
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Intercultural Action for Peace is a cooperative project…
Our goal is to gather grassroots community participants in critical reflection about the interconnections of poverty, racism, militarism, and war. We will act together through activities such as theatre for social change, creating peace gardens, participating in workshops and celebrating the rich diversity of cultures in the Twin Cities community.
Please note registration is required for some workshops or programs.
Week 1
Monday, June 23
Making connections…building bridges through sharing our stories and musical traditions. Explore how dialogue and storytelling can be used to strengthen and build community, and intercultural relations. Facilitator Nothondo Zulu of the Black Storytellers Alliance. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Donation $3.00; registration required.
Week 2
Monday, June 30
Culture as a tool for resistance to oppression… working for peace through cultural affirmation and movement. What does it mean to live in a world of multiple cultures? This session includes dialogue and experiential activities including dance. So, wear very comfortable clothes and shoes! 6:30 – 8:30p.m. Donation $3.00; registration required.
Week 3
Monday, July 7
So how are the children? Drumming and Movement, Storytelling and Arts & Crafts for Peace. Children ages 5 – 12 years of age (must be accompanied by an adult). 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Donation $3.00 per participant includes supplies; registration required.
Week 4
Monday, July 14
Food for thought…from the Last Poets to Hip Hop. Spoken word as a vehicle of social action. Oral tradition is one of the oldest in the world. Throughout history, on every continent, there have been storytellers and poets who have performed before an audience. Join us for this exciting evening celebration. The festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with an international feast, followed by a celebration of spoken word. Arrive early as there are limited seats available! Donation of $5.00 PER PERSON includes the feast. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Week 5
Monday, July 21
Visual arts for social change. This is an experiential session that will be facilitated by artist Jane Evershed. Donation of $3.00 per person; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. registration required.
Week 6
Monday, July 28
Violence and Peace…transformation through story. Explore theatre for social change in an interactive session facilitated by River’s Edge Playback Theatre. Donation $3.00 per person; registration required.
Week 7
Saturday, August 2
Intercultural Action for Peace Festival. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Seven Bridges World Market Join the fun!
For those sessions that require registration, call 612-827-5364 or email wamm@mtn.org with the following information: Which workshop(s) or program(s); Name of person(s) attending; and Contact telephone number.
Call or Email Today…Spaces Are Limited!
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W A M M is seeking sponsors for scholarships for low-income participants and to assist the underwriting of expenses for the project. Contributions for the purchase of children's peace books and supplies are needed. In addition to financial support, the following will be useful to us:
Cotton fabric for the creation of peace quilts
needles and thread
working sewing machines
colored-tissue craft paper
bio-friendly paper plates, napkins, cups and large trash bags
For more information, contact Paulette or Heather at the W A M M office or mail contributions to:
WAMM, 310 East 38th St. #225, Minneapolis, MN 55409. Please indicate that your donation is for the Intercultural Action for Peace project.
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