The mission of Shift Long Beach is to create positive social change through empowering, educational events.
Center Space
This Spring/Summer, Shift Long Beach is working with T's Space, Project Narra, and Center Space (a project of the Catalyst Network of Communities) to bring weekly activities to Admiral Kidd Park in West LB.
These occur every Saturday between 9am-2pm, alongside The Greener Good Farmers' Market. Check the website for updated schedule of workshops, discussions, performances, yoga and zumba, and film screenings!
www.centerspacelb.org
Candidates Forum
LBCC Model United Nations Student Club, Shift Long Beach, Long Beach NAACP, LBCC Deparment of Sociology, and The Community Studies Project present:
Long Beach Candidates Forum at Long Beach City College
A non-partisan, public discussion with LB City Council District 2, 4, and 8 Candidates, LBUSD Board Candidates, and LBCC Board of Trustees Candidates.
Monday, March 26
5-7 p.m.
T1200
LBCC, LAC campus
4901 E. Carson
Long Beach, CA 90808
FREE!
Occupy the Future (The Future is Now)
Shift Long Beach Presents Evolver spores:
OCCUPY THE FUTURE
(the future is now)
Sunday December 5th, come discuss the future of the Occupy movement, and imagine the alternatives to today's institutions that could sustain a peaceful and just society. We are meeting from 5-6:30 at The Green House (149 Linden Ave). Plan to enjoy good food (local, organic) and beverages at Long Beach's newest eatery / coffee spot!
https://www.facebook.com/events/163106760451381/
www.occupylb.org
About Shift Long Beach
Shift Long Beach is a community-based organization whose mission is to create positive social change in Long Beach through educational, interactive events that empower local communities. The objectives of Shift Long Beach include providing a platform for artistic expression, promoting sustainable living options, and creating space for discussion of diverse perspectives on issues that affect the quality of life in Long Beach.
Shift LB also participates in the Evolver Social Movement network, joining 50+ cities around the world in producing themed “spore” events that explore topics relevant to the ecological, economic, and spiritual challenges of our time. Shift LB is fiscally sponsored by the Catalyst Network of Communities, a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Long Beach, CAlif.
Shift LB www.shiftlb.blogspot.com
Evolver Social Movement http://www.evolver.net/
Reality Sandwich http://www.realitysandwich.com/
OCCUPY THE FUTURE
(the future is now)
Sunday December 5th, come discuss the future of the Occupy movement, and imagine the alternatives to today's institutions that could sustain a peaceful and just society. We are meeting from 5-6:30 at The Green House (149 Linden Ave). Plan to enjoy good food (local, organic) and beverages at Long Beach's newest eatery / coffee spot!
https://www.facebook.com/events/163106760451381/
www.occupylb.org
About Shift Long Beach
Shift Long Beach is a community-based organization whose mission is to create positive social change in Long Beach through educational, interactive events that empower local communities. The objectives of Shift Long Beach include providing a platform for artistic expression, promoting sustainable living options, and creating space for discussion of diverse perspectives on issues that affect the quality of life in Long Beach.
Shift LB also participates in the Evolver Social Movement network, joining 50+ cities around the world in producing themed “spore” events that explore topics relevant to the ecological, economic, and spiritual challenges of our time. Shift LB is fiscally sponsored by the Catalyst Network of Communities, a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Long Beach, CAlif.
Shift LB www.shiftlb.blogspot.com
Evolver Social Movement http://www.evolver.net/
Reality Sandwich http://www.realitysandwich.com/
Shaking The Tree ~ Currency, Community, and Beyond with Charles Eisenstein~
What does a money system look like that no longer destroys, but instead heals nature, culture, and the human spirit?
In this talk and book signing, Charles Eisenstein explains how the transition to such a money system is already underway, borne of the converging crises of our time. Join him for a fascinating exploration of the personal, economic, political, and mythic dimensions of the transition.
Held at Viento Y Agua Coffeehouse and gallery on Friday Sept 23 from 6:30-10pm, this event will also feature local poets, artists, and music, as well as information from local sharing networks.
Suggested donation: $7
(No one turned away due to lack of funds)
Presented by Shift LB with support from:
Long Beach Time Exchange, Catalyst Network of Communities, Viento Y Agua Coffeehouse, Evolver, and Reality Sandwich.
www.charleseisenstein.com
www.shiftlb.blogspot.com
www.gocatalyst.org
www.evolver.net
www.lbtimeexchange.com
www.vientoyaguacoffeehouse.com/
www.realitysandwich.com
Toward A Gift Culture
LB Time Exchange, Trilogy Yoga, and Shift LB present...
Toward A Gift Culture
Where: Trilogy Yoga 3141 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803
When: Saturday, May 14th 4-6pm
“Soon we will live in a world where "cannot afford to" is no longer an impediment to the beautiful expression of one's gifts. No more will it be true that more for me is less for you. Let us stop resisting the revolution in human beingness. If we want to survive the multiple crises unfolding today, let us not seek to survive them. That is the mindset of separation; that is resistance, a clinging to a dying past. Instead, let us shift our perspective toward reunion, and think in terms of what we can give. What can we each contribute to a more beautiful world? That is our only responsibility and our only security.” –Charles Eistenstein
As the global economic system flutters and fails, leaving many without jobs and dependent on government assistance, a new type of economy is emerging.
This system, known by social theorists as a “gift economy,” or gift culture, holds a radically different set of values.
Instead of stressing independence and competition with a currency based on debt, a gift culture is one that incorporates interdependence and cooperation.
From time banking to the concept of seva (selfless service), free store events to donation-based yoga, Long Beach communities are using different systems to unlock our gifts.
This dialogue with Dharma Shakti (founder of LB Yogalution and Trilogy Yoga) and Tony Damico (co-founder of The Long Beach Time Exchange and Shift Long Beach) will explore ways to expand these networks, and continue to connect diverse communities on both material and spiritual levels while dealing with the challenges that the market economy poses.
The event will also include a gift circle; please bring something special of yours to pass along.
Food will be provided by cooks and chefs in the Long Beach Time Exchange.
A $5 donation is suggested at the door (but no one will be turned away for lack of funds). Early arrival is suggested.
Earth Night
Shift Long Beach, Long Beach Cinematheque, and Evolver.net present…
Earth Night
An evening of film, music, live art, and sustainable living information.
...
Friday April 22nd, 7pm-1am at Yankee Doodle’s 4100 E Ocean Blvd// $7 at the door
What to expect:
*An array of exhibits by sustainability-focused organizations, businesses, and projects.
*A screening of the film 2012: Time For Change, the "optimistic antidote to doom and gloom"
*Larger-than-life live eco-art produced by TinderBox!
*World music and hip-hop DJ's The Mighty Junebugg, Dravidian, Akasa, and more
*Original electronic music by Sub Yeti
*A special performance by legendary underground hip-hop producer Omid Walizadeh (Freestyle Fellowship, Proj. Blowed)
*All ages! Arcade, drinks, food, and a comfortable lounge
environment.
Friday April 22nd 7pm-1am
Yankee Doodle's 4100 E Ocean Blvd
$7
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About 2012: Time For Change
2012: Time For Change is a documentary feature that presents ways to transform our unsustainable society into a regenerative planetary culture. This can be achieved through a personal and global change of consciousness and the systemic implementation of ecological design. It features Sting, Ellen Page, David Lynch, Buckminster Fuller, Gilberto Gil, and Daniel Pinchbeck.
www.2012timeforchange.com
About Omid Walizadeh
Omid's music is best described as diverse and unpredictable, influenced by middle-eastern music and diverse textures. Inspired by the fertile underground Hip Hop movement at the "Goodlife Open Mic" in the early-mid 90's, Omid (aka OD) made the "Beneath the Surface" compilation, which he solely produced and features over 30 MC's, mainly from the Los Angeles underground Hip Hop scene. Since, Omid has produced many projects, including the highly acclaimed single with Freestyle Fellowship and Adlib entitled "Can You Find The Level Of Difficulty In This?" (Celestial Recordings). Omid also remixed the Beastie Boys' "Looking Down The Barrel Of A Gun" for the Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology.
www.myspace.com/omidhiphop
About Long Beach Cinematheque
Long Beach Cinematheque is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to the celebration and study of classic and independent cinema by providing opportunities for the Long Beach community to experience and share film classics throughout the city; by curating special events that incorporate film with live music and multimedia art; by collaborating with independent organizations and theatres in shared community events; by supporting with partnerships the efforts and dreams of student filmmakers; and by welcoming guest speakers such as filmmakers and film historians to speak to audiences as part of their cinematic experience.
www.lbcinema.org
About Shift Long Beach
Shift Long Beach is a community-based organization whose mission is to create positive social change in Long Beach through educational, interactive events that empower local communities. The objectives of Shift Long Beach include providing a platform for artistic expression, promoting sustainable living options, and creating space for discussion of diverse perspectives on issues that affect the quality of life in Long Beach.
www.shiftlb.blogspot.com
About Evolver.net
Evolver.net is an international online community that connects individuals and groups who share the ideal of a more beautiful, equitable world. Every month, the network hosts “Spore" gatherings in more than forty cities across the globe. These popular social events focus on topics important to our times such as alternative economies, food security, renewable energy, and new models of healthcare. The themes are tied together by two websites: Evolver.net, a social networking website, and RealitySandwich.com, a web-zine.
www.evolver.net
www.realitysandwich.com
Reskilling 101
-Buckminster Fuller
As the global economy and our planetary environment continue to mutate at a rapid pace, we need a new approach to education. Many schools and universities indoctrinate people into belief systems and ideologies that are now outmoded, or train them for jobs that will no longer exist by the time they graduate...basic skills that support self-sufficiency and sustainability are rarely taught.
A new approach to education is necessary - one that serves local needs and facilitates global connectivity.
This month, Shift LB & Evolver Social Movement invite you to participate in exploring community education with an evening of interdependent group activities where you will teach as much as you learn.
This spore is spawned by the philosophies of: James Mofett, Ivan Ilich, John Taylor Gatto, Anya Kamenetz, Ken Robinson, and Paolo Friere.
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