Diary December 2005/January 2006

December 2005

1 Indymedia film night, Carlisle. Short films from around the UK; 7pm Tithe Barn , west walls , Carlisle. Free 01228 597689 marklloyd@riseup.net

2 'Globalisation, Education, Information and libraries', Swansea. This event focuses on the possible future for libraries in the United Kingdom under new global trade rules; 10am-3pm Swansea University, The Library and Information Centre, Level 7 www2.swan.ac.uk/maps/campus.htm To book a place e-mail n.t.smyth@swan.ac.uk
www.careerdevelopmentgroup.org.uk/divisions/waless.htm

2 Get Clued Up Bout Consumerism, Manchester. An evening of films, workshops and speakers about consumerism and over consumption.. with music, chitchat and cheap but delicious food. A fun evening not only to get clued up but to get involved with everything else going on, 7pm at The Basement, 24 Lever St Manchester. www.dosummat.org.uk

3 International Day of Climate Protest, London, Edinburgh, Bangor. To coincide with the next round of climate talks in Montreal. Days of action in London and Edinburgh and Bangor (www.hebffinia.com) as well as simultaneous demonstrations in many other countries including USA, Canada, Greece, Turkey, Australia and Asia. www.globalclimatecampaign.org www.campaigncc.org

3 Anarchist Assembly Against Authoritarianism, London. 'An invitation for an open dialogue between all anarchist and anti-authoritarians to discuss how we resist the state in our day to day lives, in our local communities, and on an international level'. 2pm - 6pm University of London Union (ULU) an_assembly@hushmail.com

3 Thomas Paine Society lecture, London. 'Propaganda and Silence in the War on Terror'. Admission free; 3pm, Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, London WC1 www.conwayhall.org.uk

3 Queer Barrio, London. A night of radical DIY fun, with DJs, performers & the sexiest queers around. A benefit for Queer G8 & radical queer activism; 9pm-6am Ramparts, 15-17 Rampart St £5/3 donation www.queeruption.org.uk

3 Annual Dutch Anarchist Bookfair, Utrecht. 11am till 6pm. De Kargadoor, Oudegracht 36, www.kargadoor.nl

3 Hands off Venezuela Conference, London. .30am-5.30pm NATFHE, 27 Britannia St., London, WC1X 9JP www.handsoffvenezuela.org

4 Ethical Dilemma Debate, London. 'Should We Sacrifice Freedom For Security?' NO Argues Edmund McArthur, 3pm. Presented by South Place Ethical Society, Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, London WC1 www.ethicalsoc.org.uk

4 'Beating the Bounds' of the No-Protest Zone around Parliament, London. Meet 12 noon by Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London.

6 ID Cards Debate, Brighton. No2ID will debate with Andrew Burnham MP (Home Office Minister); 7pm, City College, Pelham Street, Brighton.

8 Brighton Peace and Environment centre presents a fundraising night of folk, blues and soul @ Grand Central Pub (opposite the centre). Tickets 2.50 minimum donation

10 You Can't Buy Beauty, Manchester. A day of street theatre and mischief around the city centre targeting the beauty industry. With 'makeovers', fashion show and real beauty tips. Noon, City Centre. www.dosummat.org.uk

10 Stop the Arms Trade! Defend the Right to Protest!, Brighton. Churchill Square, 12 noon.

11 Bike Treasure Hunt, Manchester. A fun free bike race around the city. A way to have fun without harming the environment or your wallet; 2pm starting from The Basement, 24 Lever St. www.dosummat.org.uk

11 Bulb Magazine One-Year Birthday Party, London. Colombian Hip Hoppers 'Asilo 38', 7pm til nice and late, Carling Academy Islington. £10 in advane, £12 on the door 0207 720 2555 mike@bulbmag.com www.bulbmag.com

14 Peak Oil - A global impact? London School of Economics Old Theatre, straight in the main doors, Houghton Street Free www.re-cycle.org

17 Free Market in Manchester city centre. www.dosummat.org.uk

30 Brighton Critical Mass, 6pm The Level, www.tinyurl.com/dfkc2

January 2006

7-8 Tenth Anniversiary anti-Newbury Bypass Reunion. Ten years since the start of work on the Newbury Bypass www.roadalert.org.uk

9-15 Faslane Peace Camp 'Adventure Week'. www.hull.ac.uk/php/ggsdah/faslane/Fashome.htm

27 Brighton Critical Mass, pm The Level, www.tinyurl.com/dfkc2

28 Prison Abolition Seminar, London. Resisting prison construction, radical alternatives to prison and abolitionist theory past and present are the themes for this seminar. Conway Hall, Red Lion Square, Holborn, London 2 - 5pm. www.alternatives2prison.ik.com