Gainesville Women for Democracy is busy on two fronts: one is Coalition Building and the other is Visible Actions that encourage and fortify the left wing of our county. We fashion ourselves after the non-violent Civil Rights Movement of the ’60s—build alliances, build on our strengths, make actions meaningful and uplifting. We aim to encourage the local activists to keep on bringing forth a vision of what a just world would look like.
In that spirit, we give you Hope Fest. On Sunday, March 30, from 1-5 pm, we are hosting a gathering of any and all left-wingers. It will be at Heartwood Soundstage, is free but attendees can give donations and can buy raffle tickets for great items and adventures. We’ll use the money to continue bringing you these kinds of events. There will be music and poetry happening on the outdoor stage. The two bands that are committed so far are: Mama Trish vs. Godzilla and the HogTown Pickers. Individual performers are Nate Turner and Phillip “JazzDad” Thomas. C. Nooriel and Susan Mickleberry will read some original poetry and the incomparable Taylor Williams of Guts and Glory will MC. Stay tuned for additional performers. Write to Pam Smith—acupam45@gmail.com—if you have suggestions for performers or if you have any questions.
Hope to see you there!