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It’s time to take action on climate change

 in Climate

by RICHARD MASON Special to the Democrat-Gazette | December 8, 2019 at 1:53 a.m. The inhabitants of our planet cannot continue along the same path we are now treading. If we do, there will be such a reduction in the quality of life for the peoples on the earth that life for huge parts of the population will be at risk. But as the 16-year-old young lady from Sweden Greta Thunberg said, “Adults don’t care.” She’s right. As one reporter wrote about her address to the United Nations, “She called them a bunch of jerks.” As Greta said to that […]

Don’t Separate Families

 in Immigration

Don’t Separate Families ProtestThis Friday and every Friday rest of this yearFri Dec 6 – noon-1:00 – College and Dickson Streets Lots of people in Fayetteville see this is wrong. Quakers of Fayetteville are crazy enough to think you’re one of them. Come join them, rain or shine, every Friday until Christmas. The terrible situation on our border is getting more horrific. Fayetteville Quaker Meeting invites other concerned people to join them in reminding our community that this is not what our values can tollerate. Please wear white to the protest.

Next Steps on Drug Law Reform Needs You

 in Drug Law Reform

Monday Dec 2 – 6:00 pm at St. Martin’s Student Union 814 W. Maple, Fayetteville. Parking in the back You’re invited to join Omni Students as they host Susie Cox for a training on how to be part of the cannabis petition campaign getting underway. Also meet some of the incredible new activists Omni gets to encourage.

KPSQ Holiday Happy Hour

 in KPSQ Radio

Sunday Dec 8 – 1:00-3:30 pm –Graduate Hotel 2nd floor lobby, 70 North East Ave Fayetteville Producer Showcase will broadcast on 97.3 FM Sunday from 12:30-1:00 pm and Producer Jori Costello will be interviewing a few of our great show producers. They’ll offer a taste of what their show offers. Mingle with KPSQ staff and volunteers and see where in the project you might fit in. Check out the Graduate hotel and its eccentric ambiance while you get to know us. Snacks and beverages will be served. Community Radio is home to all our community voice. You are needed here.

Fayetteville Climate Strike2 !

 in Climate

Friday Nov 29 – 11:00 am-1:00 pm – Courthouse Dickson & CollegeRight after Thanksgiving – more fun than Black Friday! Fridays for Future and Omni invite you to stand up for the planet at the next global climate strike. Bring posters and meet others who share your passion. We have many posters to share so bring your body and choose your favorite theme.

Container Deposit Law Campaign

 in Environment

What?!Sun Nov 24 – 5:00 pm – Omni Center Container Deposit Law is gearing up for the next round. Some of us remember getting our nickle back for the pop bottle we bought. This is the 21st century version. Arkansas needs it and volunteers for this campaign are welcome. More information at the link. But if you really want to know more, come meet people on Sunday.

Omni Family Thanksgiving

 in Thanksgiving

Saturday Nov 23 – 4:00-7:00 pm – Omni Center Come hang out with Omni folks and friends for a holiday that might sometimes be fraught with emotional and political challenges. A bit of conversation will happen about how to talk to your conservative relatives about all the issues we may disagree on. Gather at 4:00, dinner served at 4:30, mingle as long as we wish. Omni will bake a turkey and furnish coffee and tea. Bring holiday side dishes and wine if you wish. Hey, please join the event invitation and share it with friends, FRIENDS. Omni Family Thanksgiving Event […]

Meet the IDEALS Institute

 in Diversity

Meet the IDEALS Institute Fri Nov 22 – 9:30 am-noon – 640 Garland Ave Open House for new Institute for Diversity and Inclusion on UA campus New Institute developed by the UA Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and directed by Dr. Elecia Smith. IDEALS stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, Leadership Development and Strategic Supports. I’ts a new Institute to support expansion of diversity values and goals in Arkansas. Find out more here and meet the staff at the open house. Meet the IDEALS Institute Omni Center is a community partner of the Institute and friend of diversity and inclusion […]