Subject: INDIANA SPEAKS OUT AGAINST AFGHANISTAN WAR             posted: 10/2/09              We are one of the co-sponsors.

Rally in Indy on Oct. 17 - Scroll down for details

October 7 marks eight years of war in Afghanistan. Greater Indianapolis for
Change and other groups have organized a series of events to mark this sad
milestone. Please join us when you can, volunteer to staff an event or just
show your support by spreading the word. Any way you can, we appreciate you
and your voice!

Monday, October 5 @ 7pm, Earth House, 237 N. East St.
Rethink Afghanistan
A film by Robert Greenwald's Brave New Films. Rethink Afghanistan is a
ground-breaking, full-length documentary focusing on the key issues
surrounding this war. Following the screening, there will be a moderated
discussion about issues surrounding this war. Moderated by Shehzad Qazi.
Coffee, tea and snacks for purchase at Earth House.

Wednesday, October 7 @ 7:30pm, Dr. MLK, Jr Park-Peace Memorial, 1702 N.
Broadway
Candlelight Vigil on the Anniversary of the War in Afghanistan
Named for Civil Rights Leader Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., this park has a
rich history in the community. It is the site where Robert Kennedy gave his
speech the night King was assassinated.  The park is home to the Peace
Memorial, which honors the contributions of both slain leaders. Join us as
we stand vigil and remember Dr. King's words about peace. Candles provided.

Friday, October 9, 4:30-5:30, Federal Building, North & Pennsylvania
Weekly Vigil Against War and Occupation
Bring appropriate signs and show your support for Indy's longest running
vigil against the war.

Saturday, October 17 @ 1pm, American Legion Mall, Meridian & St. Clair
Rally and March Against the Afghanistan War
Speakers will include veterans, military families, students and members of
the Indiana peace community. Following the rally, the group will march
around the Mall and the Circle. Bring appropriate signs.

SPONSORED BY THE OCTOBER 7 COALITION: HOOSIER PEACE COALITION, GREATER
INDIANAPOLIS FOR CHANGE, AMERICAN FRIENDS SERVICE COMMITTEE, IRAQ VETERANS
FOR PEACE, VETERANS FOR PEACE, INDIANAPOLIS PEACE AND JUSTICE CENTER, EARTH
HOUSE, CODEPINK, WOMEN IN BLACK, AWARE URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, LAFAYETTE AREA
PEACE COALITION, TERRE HAUTE STOP WAR, JOBS WITH JUSTICE, 9/11 WORKING GROUP
OF BLOOMINGTON, COLUMBUS CAMPAIGN FOR ARMS CONTROL'S MIDDLE EAST PEACE
COMMITTEE