Brooklyn Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East invites you to an unforgettable evening showcasing "Where Olive Trees Weep." This gripping film dives into the resilience and struggles of the Palestinian people under occupation, exploring themes of loss, trauma, and justice.
Location: The Sanctuary, First Unitarian Congregational Society of Brooklyn,
119 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn Heights 11201
Doors open 3:30 pm. Film begins at 4:00. Refreshments and discussion following the film.
Admission: Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online
Register here
Sponsor: Brooklyn Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East
Co-sponsor: Brooklyn For Peace

Join NY-10 Neighbors every Friday in January, 10:00--11:00 am
Corner of 36th St and 3rd Ave, Sunset Parl

Dan Goldman has continually voted for weapons sales to Israel which are illegal according to both U.S. law and international law. Just this past week, he joined with Republicans to vote yes on HR 23, to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court, again demonstrating his unwillingness to hold Israel to the same standard of behavior as is demanded of other nations.

Through January 16. Film screening of “From Ground Zero,” an Oscar-nominated compilation of films from Palestinian film-makers in Gaza. Quad Cinema, 34 W. 13th St., NY. See the schedule for special sessions with guest appearances following selected screenings.

Sat. Jan 11, 12pm: Permanent Ceasefire Now Vigil at 5th Ave. and 44th St., Sunset Park. Sunset Park Elders. Also on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Same location.

Sun. Jan. 12, 4-5pm: Israelis for Peace/NYC Vigil at NE corner Union Square (Park Ave and E. 17th St) Israeli anti-occupation activists, call for ceasefire and full hostage deal. All welcome, but please do not bring signs or flags.

Thurs. Jan 16, 5-6pm: Women in Black Vigil at Union Square, on the traffic island on 14th St between Broadway and 4th Avenue. For over 20 years, Women in Black Union Square has been part of the International movement of Women in Black (started by Jewish and Palestinian women in Israel in 1988).

Fri. Jan 17, 10am: Picket by NY-10 Neighbors outside Rep. Dan Goldman’s Office. NOTE new location in January: 36th St & 3rd Ave, Sunset Park

Mon. Jan. 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm. “Inauguration Day Protest/NY-10 Neighbors Stands Against Genocide" Rally and March with NY-10 Neighbors, The People's Forum, and Code Pink. Specific location meetup for BFP to be announced. Rally in Washington Square Park.

Wed. Jan, 22, 11am. Celebration of the 4th anniversary of the entry into force of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons: Starting at the main branch of the NY Public Library (41st Street and Fifth Avenue) at 11 AM. Processing to the Isaiah Wall (43rd Street and First Avenue), arriving at noon (for those who can’t do the walk, meet here at noon). Vigil in front of the U.S. Mission to the UN at 12:30 PM (just a few blocks north of the Isaiah Wall). Sponsors: NYC War Resistes League, Peace Action NYS

For daily updates of NYC area actions for Gaza, send an email to joecatron@gmail.com and ask to be added to an extensive list of NYC-area actions to stop Israel's Genocide.

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