Events

https://www.laforward.institute/deep-canvassing
 
 

LA Forward Institute is launching its first Deep Canvassing Academy— a cohort-based opportunity to practice deep canvassing skills and build a community of people committed to making deep canvassing a more regular part of our ecosystem of civic engagement in LA.  Learn more about deep canvassing and this academy opportunity here.

We will be meeting in Westside, and the address will be shared upon RSVP. Sign up for our June 1 info session below.

https://pacificunitarian.org/2025/05/21/social-justice-movie-night-friday-june-6-at-700-pm-henriksen-hall/

JOIN US FOR IN PERSON + ONLINE SUPPORT TUESDAY, MAY 6TH • 7-9pm PT Please join us for our regular monthly meeting welcoming the entire spectrum of LGBTQIA+ friends, families, and allies for education, community support, and rich conversation. This meeting is held on the first Tuesday of each month. We are excited to be offering a Hybrid meeting style so that those who want to attend virtually still may do so and those who want to join us in person are welcome and do not need to RSVP ahead of time. JOIN US IN PERSON: allcove beach cities 514 N. Prospect Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Virtual Support Only: Please email us at rsvp@pflagmanhattanbeach.org to RSVP to our ONLINE SUPPORT MEETINGS! We will continue to utilize the Zoom platform with features that provide the highest level of safety and confidentiality possible. Toward that end, we ask that each of you that would like to participate in the on-line support on May 6th, contact us by email RSVP.  We will cut off RSVPs at 5 p.m. on the 6th and send out meeting link at that time. To ensure the safest experience possible, all participants who have confirmed attendance will receive a follow-up email with the link to the Zoom call and a password. For confidentiality’s sake, please do not forward these to another participant — they are welcome to contact us directly to receive the link. If you are new to Zoom, you can follow the links HERE for brief tutorials on all you need to know to sign on to a Zoom call with us. We look forward to seeing you soon!

RSVP YES for May 6th to Attend Meeting VIRTUALLY Effective Messaging, Arguments that Work, and the Tools we need to stand up to bullies in this current Social Climate with Lisa Middleton (she/her) Lisa Middleton will join us to share the importance of providing effective messaging while still upholding our values, what messaging and arguments work best to support our children, as well as discuss the tools we need to stand up to bullies and move forward. About our Presenter: Lisa Middleton (she/her) served on the Palm Springs City Council from 2017–2024. From December 2021–2022 she served her term as Mayor of Palm Springs becoming only the third transgender person in US History to serve as Mayor of an American city. From April 2019 – February 2025 Lisa served as a Trustee of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS provides pensions to 1.9 million people, health benefits to over 1.5 million people and has global investment assets in excess of $460 billion. Lisa is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Equality California Institute, The Candidate School at Yale University, and the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs. Lisa previously served on the Boards of the Riverside County Transportation Commission, Metrolink, the Sunline Transit Agency and League of California Cities (Cal Cities) including service as Cal Cities Vice-President. Ms. Middleton served for 36 years with the State Compensation Insurance Fund of the State of California. At her retirement she was the Senior Vice President of Internal Affairs. Lisa is a graduate of UCLA and USC, receiving her Masters in Public Administration from USC. Lisa came out as transgender in 1995, in 2017 she became the first transgender person in California history to be elected to political office. Together since 2000, Lisa and her wife Cheryl were married in July 2013. She is the proud parent of two accomplished educators.

 https://www.mobilize.us/indivisiblesouthbayla/event/782943/

Join us for a gathering of more than a dozen of the South Bay's most impactful progressive and pro-democracy organizations! This one-day event brings together dedicated groups working on the front lines of social justice, LGBTQ+ rights, workers' rights, housing affordability, transit justice, and democratic engagement right here in our community.

Discover meaningful ways to get involved as you connect directly with representatives from multiple organizations, including Democratic clubs, advocacy organizations, and activists making real change in the South Bay. Enjoy compelling speakers, live entertainment, and delicious food options.

Whether you're a seasoned activist or simply curious about how to make a difference locally, this inclusive event welcomes everyone interested in building a more just, equitable, and vibrant South Bay. 

12:45–1:25 PM — Music: Not Just Jazz (Jazz / Pop)
Audience arrival, mingling, and community tabling.

1:25–1:35 PM — Opening Remarks & Welcome

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SPEAKERS BLOCK 1

1:35–2:15 PM

• Al Muratsuchi, Assemblymember, 66th assembly district

• Kevin Leedy, President, Beach City Young Democrats 

• Betty Leinen, President, South Bay LGBTQ Center 

• Nichelle Henderson, Trustee, Los Angeles Community College District 

• Paul Seo, Deputy Attorney General / Mayor Pro Tem of Rancho Palos Verdes

• Sion Roy, Vice Chair, Santa Monica Community College Board of Trustees              

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2:20–2:50 PM — Pepper Mashay (Dance) / Sista Jean (Blues)

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SPEAKERS BLOCK 2

3:00–3:15 PM  

• Scott Houston, Board, West Basin Municipal Water District 

• Fatima Iqbal-Zubair, Chair, Progressive Caucus California Democratic Party 

• Eric Alegria, Board, Palos Verdes School District

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3:25–4:05 PM — Hiatus (Alt-Rock Set — 40 min) 

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4:10–4:20 PM Dick Price & Sharon Kyle, LA Progressive

Talk regarding the role of independent media

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4:30–5:00 PM Chris Kluwe: Intro + Audience Q&A (30 min)

Chris Kluwe is a former NFL player, author, and activist

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hbpride.org 

 
Foster community, celebrate PRIDE, raise awareness, and fundraise for LGBTQIA orgs/resources. LGBTQIA+ folks and allies. Age demographic depends on the event.

hbpride.org 

 
Foster community, celebrate PRIDE, raise awareness, and fundraise for LGBTQIA orgs/resources. LGBTQIA+ folks and allies. Age demographic depends on the event.

June 14, 1775 marked the birth of the U.S. Army—a force created to stand against tyranny and unchecked power. Now, 250 years later, that legacy is being distorted. President Donald Trump plans to commemorate the Army’s anniversary with a taxpayer-funded military parade in Washington, D.C.—on his own birthday. This **$45 million spectacle** isn’t just about the military; it’s about glorifying one man.

Trump has made flirtatious comments about seeking a third term, hinting at constitutional workarounds, though he officially claims he’ll be a two-term president. Regardless, the ambition is clear—and dangerous. This isn’t how democracies are supposed to work. **On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.** NO KINGS is a National Day of Action and mass mobilization. Check out nokings.org for more information.

His administration continues to dismantle democratic norms:

- Immigration authorities have fast-tracked deportations, in some cases defying due process protections and alarming rights groups

- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched an unfounded investigation into autism’s causes, reviving debunked theories linking it to vaccines—causing distress among scientists and disability advocates

- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs are under attack. For example, the NIH has withheld medical research funding for universities if they do not dismantle their DEIA initiatives.

- Institutions like Columbia University and Harvard have faced federal funding cuts and pressure to suppress campus protests, raising serious concerns about free speech and academic freedom.

- Trump’s proposed budget slashes education, Medicare, and Medicaid—gutting essential services while greenlighting a vanity parade.

**South Bay LA** stands for truth over theatrics. Every peaceful protest is a defense of democracy and dignity. If you believe Trump has gone too far, this movement is for you. Join the South Bay community's rebuttal to Trump's show of undesired authoritarian power. Show that American pride is rooted in diversity, equity, inclusion—and the fundamental belief that people with disabilities are not broken, but that there is ability in every disability.

🚨**On Saturday, June 14th we are rallying at Torrance City Hall with a clear message: One Nation, Indivisible with Truth and Justice for All. #NoKings** 🚨

_**A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.**_

How to prepare:
Thank you for signing up! Form a carpool and invite your friends and family so we can demonstrate together. Dress code is bright and colorful. Bring reusable US flags, pride flags and protest signs. **Remember to bring water, snacks, sunblock, meds and comfortable shoes.**

Please remember:

- Stay on the grass and off the streets! Do not block sidewalks and driveways. Do not step into streets to harass Teslas or Cybertrucks.

- Do not display fascist symbols unaltered. Swastikas must be crossed out or marked with a “no” symbol.

- **Selling items (buttons, shirts, hats, etc) is unauthorized per city regulations.**

📢 How to Prepare for Your Event:
✅ Bring signs or props → Make your message visible! (Ideas: “NO KINGS IN AMERICA!”, “THE PEOPLE UNITED”, “NOT YOUR PIGGYBANK!”, “Strength in diversity, Power in Unity”, “Defend checks and balances”, “Respect Branches of Government”, “There is ability in every disability”, “Stand up for Science”, “Keep American Science Great”, “Fund research”, “Parents, Teachers and principals rally in support of the department of education” )
✅ Recruit friends → The more people, the more power.
✅ Record everything → Post photos/videos with #NoKings

🚨 We’re fighting for democracy. Let’s make them listen.

https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/788160/

hbpride.org 

 
Foster community, celebrate PRIDE, raise awareness, and fundraise for LGBTQIA orgs/resources. LGBTQIA+ folks and allies. Age demographic depends on the event.