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Remembering the Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki
| What | Community interest nuclear weapons UFPPC WMD |
|---|---|
| When |
2007-08-04 14:00
to 2007-08-06 06:00 |
| Where | Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, 16159 Clear Creek Rd NW, Poulsbo |
| Contact Name | Fr. Bill Bichsel |
| Contact Phone | 253-627-4347 |
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Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action invites you to join us on Saturday, August 4 through Monday, August 6 (Hiroshima Day) as we celebrate our the 30th Anniversary and join in nonviolent direct action to close the Bangor Trident submarine base.
On August 6, 1945, the nuclear weapon "Little Boy" was dropped on the city of Hiroshima, Japan, followed on August 9, 1945, by the detonation of the "Fat Man" nuclear bomb over Nagasaki, Japan. These are the only instances of the use of nuclear weapons in warfare.
The Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action offers the opportunity to explore the root of violence and injustice in our world and to experience the transforming power of love through nonviolent direct action. We resist all nuclear weapons, especially the Trident submarine system.The Trident submarine base at Bangor, just 20 miles from Seattle, has become home to the largest single stockpile of nuclear warheads in the U.S. arsenal. In November 2006, the Natural Resources Defense Council declared that the 2,364 nuclear warheads at Bangor are about 24 percent of the entire U.S. arsenal.
Saturday, August 4: Celebrating 30 Years; Planning for the Future
2 pm Gather at Ground Zero - Join the “old-timers” and welcome the new folks; Sarah van Gelder, Executive Editor Yes Magazine, facilitator for afternoon sharing, small groups
4:30 pm Welcome Peace Walkers
4:30-5 pm Ground-breaking for new house
5-6:30 pm Potluck, Social
7:30 pm Musical Celebration, fundraiser, with Linda Allen and Tom Rawson at Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4418 Perry Ave.; Bremerton
Sunday, August 5: Retracing our Past, Vigil and Nonviolence Training
7:30 am Breakfast
8:30-11:30 Pilgrimage: from Trains to Tridents
12 noon Lunch
1 pm Nonviolence Training
4 pm Vigil at Trident Base Gate, Bangor, WA
5 pm Dinner
6:30 - 9 pm Discussion/Preparation for direct action
Monday, August 6: Take the Day Off for Peace - 62nd Anniversary of the Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima
4:30 am Wake up, begin gathering at Ground Zero, Coffee and simple breakfast
5 am-? Assemble, Vigil and Action at Bangor, Closing Circle at Ground Zero, Breakfast sharing, clean up
Depending on when you plan to arrive and how long you plan to stay --
WHAT to BRING: Prepared food for Saturday potluck, sunscreen, bug repellent, sleeping or camping needs, snacks; drinking water; umbrella; warm, waterproof clothes; flashlight; camera; money for donations, buttons, stickers and t-shirts; materials for making signs; nonviolent, peaceful spirit.
WHERE to STAY: No facilities at Ground Zero, but ample places to pitch tents and camp August 4th and 5th. Porta-potties provided. There are several motels in Silverdale and Bremerton area.
If you are considering direct action, or can offer support to those who are, please contact the facilitator of the Tacoma Affinity Group: Fr. Bill Bichsel, Tacoma, 253-627-4347. For childcare, contact Anne Hall by July 27th at 206-545-3562.