Hello comrades,

 

This year is already off to a busy start, and with the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras on the way it's only getting busier. We have some great ways to get involved over the next couple of weeks!

**THIS SUNDAY (FEB 2)!**

- 1PM: HANDS OFF CUBA SUPPLY CARAVAN MEETING -- We'll be welcoming a caravan coming into town from LA stocked up with half a million dollars in medical supplies en route to Cuba, where they are desperately needed due to the embargo and Trump's unjust reinstatement of Cuba to the State Sponsors of Terrorism list. From New Orleans, their truck will be loaded onto a ship headed straight to our Caribbean comrades. Join us for a meeting discussing the effort and the history and political context of the US embargo on Cuba. 

- 11AM: COFFEE WITH COMRADES -- Hang out with us before the Cuba Supply Caravan Meeting at Coffee Science!

  • WHEN: Sunday @ 11am-12pm
  • WHERE: Coffee Science (410 S Broad St)

THIS SATURDAY (FEB 1ST) JOIN OUR CHEWBACCHUS SUBKREWE! The theme is "We'll Beheading Into the Future." Think intergalactic French Revolution. 

  • WHEN: Saturday, starts rolling at 7pm

  • Get looped in by joining the #chewbacchus-krewe in the Chapter Slack. If you're a Chapter member and need to be added to the Slack, email us at [email protected].

 

NEXT WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY (FEB 5-6TH): UMC NURSES ON STRIKE! JOIN THE PICKET to support the nurses striking for better working conditions at the University Medical Center. The UMC nurses pulled off the largest single unionization effort in Louisiana's last 50 years and we need to show up to support them in pursuing their demands! Wear red and practice your sign waving!

  • WHEN: Wed/Thurs (Feb 5-6th) from 7am-7pm

  • WHERE: Corner of Canal & Galvez

 

NEXT SATURDAY (FEB 8TH): BRAKE LIGHT CLINIC & HEALTH FAIR -- Join us for our bimonthly Brake Light Clinic & Health Fair, where we offer free brake light changes, health resources, hot food, cool beverages, and talk with folks about Medicare for All. We really need volunteers! If you're interested in getting involved, fill out this form. 

  • WHEN: Saturday Feb 8th @ 11am-1pm

  • WHERE: AP Tureaud Park, across the street from Nora Navra Library

You can check out our upcoming events anytime at dsaneworleans.org/events. 

  • OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS -- 

THIS FRIDAY (Jan 31st): Open Mic Benefit Night for Gazan college student -- The Krewe of Maklouba and SDS UNO proudly present an open mic + art auction + raffle benefit event in order to raise funds to support Aboud M., a Gazan academic as he evacuates and completes his college education. $10-15 suggested donation at the door - no one turned away for lack of funds.

  • You'll find exciting gifts at the raffle and art auction, from Palestinian olive oil soap to entree vouchers and beautiful pieces from local artists. Enter for a chance to win a pet portrait from Emilia Cicero, woodwork from Naqsha, vouchers to upcoming Allways Lounge shows, kuffiyehs, coffee, olive oil, Palestinian ceramics and jewelry, dates, beauty products, and more. Come hear words from Gazan writer Rabie Hussein, read by Krewe of Maklouba.

  • WHEN: Fri Jan 31st @ 5-8 pm

  • WHERE: the Midlo Center for New Orleans Studies (Earl K. Long Library, #304 -- Third floor, can’t miss it!)

ALSO THIS FRIDAY: Freedom Forum - Sectarianism in Lebanon and Beyond -- Sectarian violence and tensions in Lebanon have, perhaps surprisingly, shallow historical roots—and, perhaps unsurprisingly, deep colonial roots. This talk will critique sectarianism as a lens to understand the current situation in Lebanon and the region.

  • This Forum will be moderated by guest host Razan Baor, a Lebanese-American policy analyst, and will be led by guest speaker Idun Hauge, Tulane visiting professor of Middle East history.

  • WHEN: Fri Jan 31st @ 6pm (food at 6, talk starts at 6:30)

  • WHERE: John Thompson Legacy Center

NEXT FRIDAY (FEB 6TH): Palestinian Poetry & Folklore Night -- Step into the world of timeless tales and evocative poetry at this Palestinian poetry & folklore fundraising night! Immerse yourself in an evening celebrating the power of Palestinian poetry, storytelling, Dabkeh, and the rich tradition of Palestinian folklore, all while supporting Gaza Soup Kitchen and UNRWA. 

  • WHEN: Fri Feb 7th

  • WHERE: Al Quds Hall (1525 Lapalco Blvd, Gretna, LA)

We hope to see you soon!

 

In Solidarity,

Your Local Council