Civic Participation

A FREE public presentation by Randy Udall, leading activist for sustainable energy.  Oil, gas, wind, solar...the energy landscape is changing and fast. A typical family will spend twice as much on energy this year as they did a decade ago.  What’s the  best energy future for Colorado?  Informed, articulate and entertaining, Randy Udall discusses our energy challenges and opportunities.  Udall will also address Colorado’s sustainable energy future in the context of the nation’s energy dilemma.  This is a perfect opportunity to learn more about what is going on in your backyard from one of the leading experts on the subject.  Following the presentation, please join us at the City Club for drinks, appetizers and lively discussion ($20 for all guests).  This event is co-hosted by The WILD Foundation, Colorado Environmental Coalition, City Club and Coral Reef Alliance as part of Series E: Inspiration and Action for the Environment.

This peer education program is a group of high school student volunteers who conduct presentations to middle and high school students on the issues of dating abuse, sexual harassment, sexual assault and oppression. PBJ incorporates traditional methods of presentation as well as interactive theater. Youth educators are needed as well as adult mentors

Are you a man concerned about the level of men’s violence in our society? Are you tired of the same sexist jokes and put-downs of girls and women? Do you want to make a difference? Men Standing Up is a group of men that are taking action against sexual assault. The volunteers do presentations in the community as well as other activities

<p> Rape Crisis Hotline Training </p> <p> &nbsp; </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal" class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'">Volunteer as an advocate on the 24-Hour Crisis Hotline. A Volunteer Hotline Advocate is often the first point of contact for those affected by sexual assault. You can make a difference by offering non-judgmental emotional support, crisis counseling, and resource information to victims of sexual assault and other interested parties. We offer a comprehensive training program for hotline volunteers, giving you the tools to feel comfortable and successful in this important position.</span> </p>

Hello friends against amendment 46! Great news! The film screening for Monday July 21st from 4:00-5:30 is confirmed. We will be meeting here at the YWCA. Please feel free to join us whether or not you have sent in an RSVP, we have enough interest to host the screening. The purpose of the 90 minute meeting is to convene a group who is committed to opposing amendment 46 in order to become informed of both sides of the debate and discuss talking points that can be used for voter education efforts. The documentary to be shown, Beyond Black &amp; White: Affirmative Action in America (58 minutes long) is described below: All sides of the affirmative action issue have targeted the same goal: ending racism of all types. But do opportunities for some have to come at the expense of others? In this Fred Friendly Seminar moderated by Harvard Law School’s Charles Ogletree, a what-if scenario revolves around a university’s efforts to enroll a diverse student body of qualified candidates. Panelists include Ward Connerly, proponent of California’s Proposition 209; Christopher Edley, Jr., author of Not All Black &amp; White: Affirmative Action, Race, and American Values; Julius Becton, Jr., former head of Washington, D.C.’s public schools; Ruth Simmons, president of Smith College; and policy activists from the African-American, Asian, Native American, and Latino communities. Anne Watts Program Development Intern YWCA of Boulder County 303.443.0419 x106 anne@ywcaboulder.org www.ywcaboulder.org

<p style="margin-top: 0pt"> Boulder Pride is hosting a costume bike ride starting at Scott Carpenter Park and ending at 13th Street Saloon in Boulder. There will be fabulous t-shirt giveaways, $3 drinks and mechanical bull rides at the bar! </p>

Under the Influence new works influenced by color. exhibits education outreach.

Explorations. A Celebrationof Latin American Music. Embark on a journey of Latin Discovery as Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra, the Ars Nova Singers, and guest soloists present the Colorado premiere of Oceana by Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov. A mesmerizing cantata weaving orchestra, voices, guitars, exotic percussion, and the evocative poetry of Pablo Neruda. Oceana is a sensual work that dazzles and enchants. Presented with rarely-performed works by Heitor Villa-Lobos, Miguel Matamoros, Radames Gnattali, and Luis Jorge Gonzalez. Featuring special guests: Maya Hoover, mezzo-soprano, and Jonathan Leathwood, guitar. Friday, May 30, 7:30 p.m.- Bethany Lutheran Church, Englewood; Saturday, May 31, 7:30 p.m.-Mtn View Baptist Church, Lafayette; Sunday, June 1, 3 p.m.-The Lincoln Center, Fort Collins.

25th Anniversary Celebrate Science Discovery. Featured speaker: 2001 Nobel Laureate in Physics, Eric Cornell and Student Demonstration- Science in Motion

OPEN WALL. Upon entry, artists may hang one piece of artwork. 2-D, sculputere and performance are welcome. Bring work that is ready to hang. No minimum or maximum size. The artwork will hang in the gallergy for the duration of the evening. At the end of the night artists will take their work with them. Music by DJ Dsern, Video art by aeonchild, Performance by DJ data: bass of Urban Allyance, Cupcakes and cereal by The Shoppe