On the eighth anniversary of the death of Rachel Corrie – the Olympia woman crushed to death by an Israeli military Caterpillar bulldozer as she stood protecting a Palestinian family’s home in Gaza – we come together to remember Rachel and to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people who continue to suffer under Israeli […]

Tuesday, January 31, 7PM at Traditions Wednesday, February 1, Noon at TESC Library The Olympia chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace will host two speaking events by Irvine 11 member Osama Shabaik. Shabaik’s talk, entitled The Irvine 11, Islamophobia and U.S. Palestine Solidarity Activism, will be held at Traditions Café and World Folk Art in […]

Today, Friday, March 16, 6:00 p.m. at the Eagles Ballroom (805 Fourth Ave. E, Olympia) Join Us to Celebrate the Ninth Anniversary of Rachel Corrie’s Stand for Human Rights in Gaza! Emmet Whitaker of Corvallis, Oregon, member of Gaza Exchange, will speak of his experiences teaching art in Gaza in 2011, and about the children’s art […]

Visiting Gazan teacher Amani Inshasi will be in Olympia for just under a week beginning Saturday July 7th. Bridge the gap between our communities and share in this cultural exchange! There are many different opportunities to meet Amani: Embroidery Craft: Circle SATURDAY, JULY 7, 3 PM - 6 PM Join Amani Inshasi in conversation and […]

Saturday, March 16, 2013- Sylvester Park & The Olympia Ballroom (116 Legion Way SW, downtown Olympia)-- Expect a dynamic day of social action, speakers, music, dance, food, reflection, remembrance, and community! 1 pm – Rally at Sylvester Park: Ten years is enough! Challenge U.S. aid to Israel and the lack of accountability for how those resources […]