EVENTS

Reform Pittsburgh NOW!
WHAT: You are Invited to a Policy Party! (w/ People for Peduto)
WHEN: Wednesday, April 11, 2007, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
WHERE: People for Peduto Headquarters, 201 South Highland Avenue, Suite 203, Pittsburgh PA 15206

Join with other Pittsburghers to Reform Pittsburgh NOW!

In the past, People for Peduto was looking for your time and $$$ -- now, they want your IDEAS.

Let your voice be heard! SHARE policy ideas, best practice models, research (they encourage you to donate photocopied materials). COMMIT to an issue and join with others to formulate sound policy. BUILD a movement of progressive ideas.

Refreshments provided

RSVP to Danae at 412-363-2909 or email danae@billpeduto.com

2007 Write-A-Thon for Human Rights
WHAT: Amnesty International Pittsburgh's Write-A-Thon
WHEN: Wednesday, April 11, 2007, 6:30 PM.- 9:30 PM
WHERE: Calvary Episcopal Church (315 Shady Avenue), Pittsburgh, PA

Write letters to authorities involved or connected with human rights issues; in furtherance of the rights of the victims.

Candle lighting ceremony, 8:00 p.m

More info at http://www.amnestypgh.org

Together we can! Meet & Greet with Patrick Dowd
WHAT: Meet & Greet with Patrick Dowd
WHEN: Thursday, April 12, 2007, 5:00 PM
WHERE: Upstairs at Lot 17, 4617 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

Join in for a happy hour with Patrick Dowd, candidate for Pittsburgh City Council District 7.

The campaign is focused on reforming our government, reinvesting in our neighborhoods, and promoting the great (and green!) potential of our city.

Snacks & cash bar to be provided. Please consider a contribution of $20, $40 and beyond! Your support counts and is greatly appreciated.

Contributions will be accepted at the event, or can be submitted online at www.dowdforpittsburgh.org

RSVP @ Campaign HQ - (412) 403-9295 or online @
http://www.evite.com/pages/invite/viewInvite.jsp?inviteId=CJZTKJYXTFGUAVFKVGPP&li=iq&src=email&trk=aei3

The Great Healthcare Debate of Pennsylvania Leadership Action Conference
WHAT: Help Fund PA Single Payor Healthcare Debate
WHEN: Friday, April 13th, 2007, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
WHERE: Kearns Spirituality Center (Pittsburgh), 9000 Babcock Blvd., Allison Park, PA 15101

The movement for single payer health care in Pennsylvania and nationally is diffuse and diverse -- which is what the allies of our broken status quo count on. We're convening this, the sixth Action Conference, to solidify leader-to-leader communication, synch our mutual health care agendas, and coordinate the fight ahead. Leaders and representatives of all groups working on health care reform are welcome.

Proponents of the Governor’s private insurance based “Prescription for Pennsylvania” (HB 700) will debate supporters the public health trust single payer based “Family & Business Health Care Security Act” (SB 300).

Lunch: $7.50 (regular and vegetarian), though you are welcome to bring your own. Refreshments provided.

RSVP: Please confirm your attendance @ http://www.helpfundpa.org/evt04-13.htm

Rally on the River
WHAT: Rally on the River for Global Warming Solutions
WHEN: Saturday, April 14, 2007: Rally and Picnic: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM; Action! Walk: 1:00 PM -3:00 PM
WHERE: The Historic Homestead Pump House, E. Waterfront Drive - Munhall, PA (just east of The Waterfront)

Join the Blue-Green Alliance, Sierra Club, and United Steelworkers for live music, speakers, food, door prizes, and activities for kids and adults. AND they're collecting used batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and cell phones for recycling.

For more information: 412.802.6161

14th Ward Independent Democratic Club Fundraiser
WHAT: Annual Fundraiser Event
WHEN: Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 PM
WHERE: Minadeo Elementary School, 6502 Lilac St., Pittsburgh, PA 15217

OBIE-Award winning Actor, Playwright and Correspondent from The Daily Show, Aasif Mandvi, is their featured performer at this year’s fundraiser event. He will perform excerpts from his new solo show, The Adventures of the Curry Pot Cowboy.

Plus, the political humor of John McIntire and Gab Bonesso.

ORDER YOUR TICKETS NOW! Seating is limited. More info at http://www.pgh14widc.org/Welcome.html