Tonight – “The Accidental Activist” : Jim Peterson presentation at the Library
February 9, 2009 | Filed Under Events, Seriously/Real Stuff, Around town | Leave a Comment
Tonight at the Library, listen to Jim Peterson talk about, and show images from, his journey to India last year. Jim took part in the march for Tibetan human rights. He is passionate and dynamic on this important topic. I remember him sharing this incredible story during an interesting and animated conversation over breakfast at Pinky’s Cafe when he came back from that first trip to India, and I look forward to hearing more, and seeing the photos tonight. Jim is headed back to India in a couple of days.
From the flyer for the event:
How one Montana man went to India and ended up marching 750 miles with Tibetan nuns and monks.
Jim Petersen left Livingston last January to go to India for the first time. He wanted to learn some cultural aspects of the Tibetan people in exile. He took cooking lessons, tutored some young Tibetans in English and attended the spring teachings from the Dalai Lama. He learned of the Tibetan Peoples Uprising Movement and the planned march from Dharamsala to Delhi and on to the border of Tibet. He invites you to come to the audio visual presentation documenting the events of this noble march for Tibetan human rights.
Tonight, February 9 at 7:00 PM in The Bev Steveson Community Room at the Livingston Public Library.
Click the image below to see the flyer. Peterson is at right in the photos.
Rock the Vote: Saturday, October 11 from 3 to 6 PM
October 4, 2008 | Filed Under Election 2008, Events, Around town | Leave a Comment
Join your neighbors for a fun event this Saturday afternoon with REFRESHMENTS, AWESOME
LIVE MUSIC, DANCING, AND INTERESTING AND INFORMED SPEAKERS.
BRING FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
In a tough political season, it’s good to remember that we are all neighbors and there is much that unites us, like good food, music and dancing. Everyone is welcome!
Music by John David (J. D.) Souther and Grammy winner Raul Malo. Speakers include Dorothy Bradley, former MT State legislator and candidate for governor, and Major General Donald Loranger, USAF Retired, and member of Republicans for Obama. SATURDAY, October 11, 3PM to 6PM at the Livingston Depot 200 W Park St, Livingston, MT.
UPDATE: Senator John Tester and Broad Comedy will be at this event. The Boston Globe said this about Broad Comedy: “Sharp writing, playful performances and impeccable comic timing! The fun is infectious!” Gloria Steinem said “Broad Comedy will help you laugh at the bastards — thus lengthening your life and shortening theirs.”
Download the flyer. Click the image at right to enlarge.
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About the music:
J. D. Souther is a country rock singer-songwriter and actor, as well as a multi instrumentalist. Souther is probably best known for his well crafted songwriting abilities, especially in the field of country rock. He co-wrote some of the biggest hits for the Eagles, including “Best of My Love”, “Victim of Love”, “Heartache Tonight”, and “New Kid in Town”. He also wrote songs for several of Ronstadt’s multi-platinum albums, including “Faithless Love” from Heart Like a Wheel and “White Rhythm and Blues” included in her Living in the USA album. He also recorded several notable duets with Ronstadt, including “Hearts Against the Wind,” “Prisoner in Disguise,” and “Sometimes You Can’t Win.” He wrote “Run Like a Thief,” which appeared on Home Plate by Bonnie Raitt. He was a contributor on the Roy Orbison and Friends, A Black and White Night 1987 concert and video, sang The Platters’ “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” in the 1989 movie Always and sang the theme song to the 1989-1992 sitcom Anything But Love.
“Force of nature Raul Malo wraps his husky vocals around everything like he owns the copyright on heartbreak,” says Entertainment Weekly. Best known as the founder and frontman of Grammy-winning, multiplatinum band The Mavericks, Raul’s talent has proven to be ever expanding, and in the last couple of years he has established himself as a solo artist, as a producer and musical director and as a member of the super-group Los Super Seven. “Raul Malo could sing a tax form and make an auditor believe every word.” — Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Here’s a chance to hear a genuine Maverick, one with talent and integrity.
Fundraising Garage Sale for Stafford Animal Shelter: June 14
May 21, 2008 | Filed Under Events, Around town | Leave a Comment
The Second Annual Fundraising Garage Sale to benefit Stafford Animal Shelter is Saturday, June 14th from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Community Closet, 416 East Park Street in Livingston. For more information, call 406/222-1313. If you have any items you would like to donate to the shelter for the sale, please call 222-2111 to arrange for drop off. Your support helps homeless pets. www.staffordanimalshelter.org.