vancouver anarchists
Call Out for March Event Proposals
Were looking for event proposals or ideas for our March schedule. We are open to hosting any event as long as it doesn’t appeal to those in power or encourage dialogue with the state. Past events have been prisoner letter writing nights, movie nights, reading groups and skill sharing workshops. Event proposals can be sent to 38bloodalley@riseup.net. You can also email us on our facebook page 38 Blood Alley Square or just come by any event to talk to a collective member. Deadline to submit events will be on the March printed schedule is Feb 27th.
Contact:38bloodalley@riseup.net
What is 38 Blood Alley? https://38bloodalley.wordpress.com/about/
What is Anarchism? https://38bloodalley.wordpress.com/anarchism/
Upcoming Events at 38 Blood Alley Anarchist Social Space
Tuesday February 17th
Open Hours 4pm-7pm
Film Screening: La Haine ( The Hate) *English Subtitles 7pm
With by donation snacks, popcorn and drinks!
After local youth Abdel is beaten unconscious by police, a riot ensues on his estate during which a policeman loses his gun. The gun is found by Vinz who threatens he will kill a cop if Abdel dies.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2Wl4li8TFo
Saturday February 21st
Political Poetry Slam 7pm
Join us for our 2nd spoken word poetry about gender, sexuality, mental illness, race, class, etc.
It will be by donation sliding scale $5-10 bucks (no one turned away for lack of funds)
If you are interested in performing, message us at 38bloodalley@riseup.net, 38 Blood Alley Square or Thirtyeight Blood-Alley prior and include how many poems you would like to perform. There will also be a sign-up list at the event for an open mic after the set list if we finish early.
Sunday February 22nd
What is anarchism, can it work? Workshop/General Discussion 6pm
Anarchism is a political theory that advocates for the abolition of all systems of oppression and hierarchy (including the state, police and capitalism). It insists that organization of society should be in a voluntary and cooperative manner, instead of being based on competition and force.
Today, many believe that anarchism implies chaos and lawlessness. Others, who may agree with the main tenets of the theory, claim that it is impossible for humans to attain such a society.
However, there have been countless examples of anarchist societies dating back thousands of years. From the Mbuti tribes of central Africa to revolutionary Catalonia, human beings have continually shown that a better world is possible.
On February 22nd, we will have a workshop highlighting several historical instances of anarchism in practice, as well as the different “strains” of anarchism that have developed since its inception as a political and social movement. This will be followed by a general discussion on what anarchism means to us as individuals and anything else people may want to talk about.
Accessibility
The venue is situated on the south side of Blood Alley Square. There are several cobblestones, but there is ramp access and it’s an open space once inside. There are fewer cobblestones to navigate coming from Abbott vs Carrall. The washroom is not fully WC accessible, the doorway is about 27 inches wide.
Updated About: What is 38 blood alley?!?
38 Blood Alley is an anarchist social space located in Blood Alley on Occupied Coast Salish Territory (Vancouver). Our goal is to enhance the anarchist struggle though events, discussions, critiques, literature, and fundraisers. Anyone is welcome to attend our events but being an asshole or a cop is never welcomed. We are open during events and every Tuesday from 4pm-7pm.
For over a year now we have had dozens of events from movie nights to prisoner benefits to dance parties and reading discussions. We encourage people to host events that would suit our space or to come check it out. Anyone can have an events as long as it falls around anarchist lines e.g does not promote dialogue and reform with the state. We are also always looking for more people to hang out and potentially join our collective.
HOURS
Open during events and Tuesdays 4pm-7pm
BY DONATION/ FREE ZINE LIBRARY
Our space has zine library with dozens of titles ranging from anarchism to queer insurrection and is constantly being updated. We hope to have over 100 titles by early 2015.
email us at: 38bloodalley@riseup.net for more info or come by during an event
ACCESSIBILITY
Accessibility Info: The venue is situated on the south side of Blood Alley Square. There are several cobblestones, but there is ramp access and it’s an open space once inside. There are fewer cobblestones to navigate coming from Abbott vs Carrall. The washroom is not fully WC accessible, the doorway is about 27 inches wide.
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Against The Prison World
Time: Friday December 19, 2014 7pm
Venue: 38 Blood Alley Social Space
Address: 38 Blood Alley Square
Cost: By Donation ($5-20) No comrade turned away
A fundraiser and info night in solidarity with the 5e3. Featuring a spoken presentation and short film
The 5e3 are 3 anarchist comrades (Carlos from Mexico, Amelie and Fallon from Montreal), arrested in Mexico City on January 5th 2014. Sentenced earlier this year to 7 1/2 years prison time for federal charges of arson, and 2 years 7 months for local charges of property destruction
For more information check out:
http://fuegoalascarceles.wordpress.com/in-english-information/
http://en.contrainfo.espiv.net/2014/11/02/mexican-prisons-anarchists-amelie-fallon-and-carlos-sentenced-to-7-years-and-6-months-by-the-federal-court/
This event is taking place on unceded and occupied Coast Salish Territory
Accessibility Info: The venue is situated on the south side of Blood Alley Square. There are several cobblestones, but there is ramp access and it’s an open space once inside. There are fewer cobblestones to navigate coming from Abbott vs Carrall. The washroom is not fully WC accessible, the doorway is about 27 inches wide.
Organizer:38bloodalley@riseup.net
Fundraiser punk show for the Yuct Ne Senxiymetkwe Camp and the Klabona Keepers – AHNA / INFANTILE DISSENTION (Victoria) / BROCRUSHER
ALL AGES OCTOBER 23 – 7PM
This punk show is a fundraiser for the Yuct Ne Senxiymetkwe Camp and Klabona Keepers. The Yuct Ne Senxiymetkwe Camp is the Secwepemc peoples disaster monitoring checkpoint and encampment at the entrance of the Imperial Metals’ Mount Polly Mine where, on August 4th 2014, the largest environmental disaster in British Columbia’s history unfolded as the damn to the mine’s tailings pond broke and unleashed 2.5 billion gallons of contaminated water and 4.5 million cubic metres of metals laden silt into Hazeltine Creek, Polley Lake and Quesnel Lake on the way to the Fraser River Watershed.
June Schedule
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