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"Occupied Press North Bay/Prensa Ocupada Bahia del Norte" has become the "New Press North Bay/Nueva Prensa Bahia del Norte." That is the task we’re taking on.
Born in the Occupy movement, we are a bi-lingual alternative to corporate media in the North Bay. Along with other independent community media–print, internet, and broadcast--we intend to become the truly mainstream source of news and culture of, by, and for the 99 percent. Nacidos en el movimiento Occupy, somos una alternativa bilingüe a los medios de comunicación corporativos del Norte de la Bahía. Junto a otros medios comunitarios independientes impresos de internet y televisión pretendemos convertirnos en el canal veraz de noticias y la cultura por y para el 99%. The Occupy rose as the voice of the dispossessed–the people who have lost their jobs, their homes, their health care, their schools, their savings–their very future–to the corporate juggernaut. As we attempt to break that juggernaut’s
To take back our country, we must be able to report, analyze, and discuss what is happening to us and what to do about it. But what masquerades as the “mainstream” media--controlled by big corporations and big money–cannot and will not do this. We understand the necessity of thinking globally and acting locally. Consequently, we are focusing on reporting North Bay events and conditions in ways that illustrate their part in larger developments which, more often than not, lead directly to the machinations of the 1 percent. We have pledged to be 100-percent bi-lingual. To be anything less would perpetuate the divisiveness inherent in the English-only corporate press. Our various North Bay cultures sometimes face the dominant 1 percent differently, but we face it together. We much appreciate the various alternative voices throughout the North Bay, and we will be linking our readers to their stories when they complement or deepen what we publish. We know that journalists in the corporate media work under duress, and we encourage them to bring us the stories–and the views–they cannot get into print. Being on the web is not enough to make the voice of the 99 percent heard widely and loudly. We need a print edition for those who can’t afford the internet, for activists to put in the hands of the people they talk to–and to forcefully go up against the corporate media. If you are part of the 99 percent, the OP/PO is for you. We encourage your support and participation. In fact, we very much need your support and participation. Without it, the North Bay will not have the strong, independent voice that we all need. Here’s how you can help:
– Reporters and Editors: We need people to report the news of their communities. We need skilled editors to help them craft their stories.– Researchers and Commentators: We need people who know–or can research–the deep backstory behind news events.– Photographers: We need anyone and everyone to document the events, lives, cultures, and environment of the North Bay.– Supporters and Fund Raisers: We need people who can donate and others to raise money by organizing events, writing grants, or cultivating their deep-pocket friends. Occupy surgió como la voz de los despojados, aquellos que han perdido sus empleos, sus hogares, su salud, sus escuelas, sus ahorros y su futuro debido al poder corporativo. Nosotros tratamos de romper ese poder. Para recuperar nuestro país debemos ser capaces de informar, analizar y discutir lo que nos está pasando y qué hacer al respecto. Ya que los falsarios medios de comunicación predominantes controlados por las grandes corporaciones y los grandes capitales no lo hacen ni lo harán. Esa es la tarea que asumimos. Entendemos la necesidad de pensar globalmente y de actuar localmente. Por ello nos enfocamos en reportar los eventos y las situaciones del Norte de la Bahía de manera que ilustren su papel en los grandes acontecimientos que muy a menudo llevan directamente a las maquinaciones del 1%. Nos hemos comprometido a ser totalmente bilingües. De otro modo sería perpetuar la división inherente a la prensa corporativa únicamente en inglés. Nuestras diversas culturas del Norte de la Bahía a veces enfrentan separadamente la dominancia del 1%, pero lo enfrentamos juntos. Valoramos mucho las diversas voces alternativas de todo el Norte de la Bahía y vinculamos a nuestros lectores a sus historias cuando complementan o profundizan lo que publicamos. Sabemos que los periodistas trabajan en los medios corporativos bajo coacción; les animamos a que nos traigan las historias y los puntos de vista que no pueden publicar. Estar en la web no es suficiente para hacer que la voz del 99% sea escuchada fuerte y ampliamente. Necesitamos una edición impresa para aquellos que no pueden pagar Internet, una que los activistas puedan poner en las manos de las personas con quienes hablan y para avanzar con fuerza contra de los medios corporativos. Si usted es parte del 99% Prensa Ocupada es para usted. Alentamos su apoyo y participación. En realidad nos hace mucha falta su apoyo y participación, sin lo cual, el Norte de la Bahía no tendrá la voz fuerte e independiente que todos necesitamos. Cómo puedes ayudar:
- Reporteros y Editores: Necesitamos gente para informar las noticias de sus comunidades. Necesitamos editores calificados para ayudarles a elaborar sus historias.
-Investigadores y comentaristas: Necesitamos personas que sepan o puedan investigar el trasfondo de los acontecimientos noticiosos.
- Fotógrafos: Necesitamos a todos y cada uno para documentar hechos, vidas, cultura y medio ambiente del Norte de la Bahía.
-Donantes y recaudadores de fondos: Necesitamos tanto personas que puedan donar como otros para recaudar dinero organizando eventos, escribiendo becas o motivando a sus amigos acaudalados.
08/24/2026
Tuesday, August 25
Sonoma County Commission on Human Rights Honors Susan Lamont
Tuesday, August 25, 5:30 pm
Sonoma County Administration Bldg., 575 Administration Dr., Suite 116B (enter on the Fiscal Dr. side of the building), Santa Rosa
Each year, CHR celebrates an individual who embodies Kathleen's unwavering commitment to human dignity, equity, and service with their Kathleen Finigan Award. And this year it's me! But I'd prefer it if Kathleen were here and thus no need of an award in her name.
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Wednesday, August 26
Stand for the E.R.A. - the Equal Rights Amendment
Wednesday, August 26, Noon
4 Corners at Main and Bodega, Sebastopol and Old Courthouse Square, Santa Rosa
"Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any state on account of s*x." Wear purple, gold, and/or white for Women's Equality Day if you believe constitutional equality should be explicit.
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Women's Equality Day Showing of "Ask E. Jean"
Wednesday, August 26, 6:30 pm
Rialto Cinema, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol
"Ask E. Jean" is the thrilling story of E. Jean Carroll's life. Carroll helped redefine women's roles in media and she is the only woman to beat Donald Trump in court twice. A portrait of an indomitable woman who proved it's never too late to reclaim your voice, rewrite your story, and change the world. A panel will follow with Camerina P. S. Davidson, President, CA NOW and others.
Tickets at rialtocinemas.com
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Faith Vigil
Wednesday, August 26, 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Old Courthouse Square, Santa Rosa
First hour is the Sanctuary Coalition's monthly vigil for all those who have died at the hands of ICE. The second hour will feature music by Singing Resistance, Good Trouble Band, and Nicolas Valdez.
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Know Your Rights in Education for Students & Caregivers
Organized by Santa Rosa-Sonoma County NAACP
Wednesday, August 26, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
1401 4th St., Santa Rosa
A workshop on student and parent rights in Sonoma County schools. We'll advise students and parents of key insights as they enter the 2026-2027 school year.
Student rights in Sonoma County schools
Parent & caregiver rights and responsibilities
School policies & protections
How to advocate & speak up
Resources & support in our community
Knowledge is power
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Thursday, August 27
Golden Rule: Journey of Peace - a film
Thursday, August 27, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
The Peace & Justice Center of Sonoma County, 467 Sebastopol Ave., Santa Rosa
Veterans For Peace Sonoma County invites you to a film showing and discussion of "Golden Rule: Journey for Peace." The Golden Rule set sail in 1958 to stop nuclear testing in the atmosphere and is voyaging once more to show that a nuclear peace is possible and that bravery and tenacity can overcome militarism. Join us, along with Gerry Condon, former national president of Veterans For Peace, to learn more and add your voice.
Free; light refreshments
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Trans Magic: Owning Our Stories of Strength and Resilience
August 27 – 30, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)
A community-curated exhibit celebrating the creativity, organizing, and history of trans and gender-expansive people in the North Bay and greater Bay Area. The exhibit traces a direct line from the gender-bending creativity of early 20th-century Vaudeville, to the radical resistance of the groundbreaking 1966 Compton’s Cafeteria Riot, and finally to the modern triumphs of community groups bringing joyful connection today.
Admission Free, Donations Appreciated
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Friday, August 28
American Doctor - film
Begins Friday, August 28, check link for times
Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol
Important film about three US doctors - one whose parents were Palestinian, one who is Jewish, and one who has no connection to the struggle, but just cares - who go to Gaza to work in the operating rooms of Gaza's hospitals. I saw it in San Rafael. It's difficult, but important.
https://rialtocinemas.com/coming-soon/american-doctor-seb/
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Saturday, August 29
The Third Harmony and the New Story of Human Nature
Saturday, August 29, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Location not given - I assume you get it upon registration
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XBDxo1zoQayGGiRuV0XTcg #/registration
Join us for a screening of The Third Harmony film followed by a presentation by the GRIP Training Institute working with people who are incarcerated in California. Marcos Morales and Allen Johnson share about the GRIP program’s practices of mindfulness, healing, and accountability in California prisons, sharing wisdom about nonviolence and transformation inspired by working with incarcerated people. The Metta Center for Nonviolence is helping people around the world practice nonviolence more safely and effectively.
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An Evening of Anti-Nuke Films and Activist Discussion
Organized by the Sonoma County chapters of Veterans For Peace, CodePink, the Green Party, and the Peace & Justice Center of Sonoma County
Saturday, August 29, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 282 S. High St., Sebastopol
Danile Ellsberg's job at the Defense Dept, was nuclear war planning. He came to believe that such planning was "the most evil planning in the entire history of humanity." Join us for 2 short films: "An Ordinary Madness" based upon interviews with Ellsberg at the end of his life, as clear as ever about the need to eliminate nuclear weapons, and "Golden Rule: A Journey for Peace" about a ship that set sail in 1958 to stop nuclear testing in the atmosphere and is voyaging once more to show that a nuclear peace is possible and that bravery and tenacity can overcome militarism.
Judith Ehrlich, director of the Ellsberg film, Patricia Ellsberg, Daniel's widow, and Gerry Condon, former national president of Veterans For Peace will lead a discussion about the perils of nuclear weapons and what we can do about it.
Music by VFP's Peter Tracy; light refreshments, $5-20 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of funds
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Sunday, August 30
Piñata Palooza - Keep ICE Out of Petaluma
Sunday, August 30, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Petaluma City Hall Lawn, 11 English St., Petaluma
Picnic, piñata, and sign-making workshop in support of a Non-Cooperation Ordinance from the City Council.
Sonoma County Sanctuary Coalition, Migrant Justice in Action, Sonoma County DSA
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Black August
Organized by PSL, the Party for Socialism & Liberation
Sunday, August 30, 3:00 to 5:00
Peace & Justice Center of Sonoma County, 467 Sebastopol Ave., Santa Rosa
An educational forum on the history of Black liberation in the U.S. and abroad. There will also be a focus on political prisoners.
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Thursday, September 3
Join Or Die, a film about why you should join a club and why the fate of America depends on it
A benefit for Kiwanis Club of Sebastopol, Sebastopol Grange, Sunrise Rotary, Rotary Club of Sebastopol, Sebastopol Gravenstein Lions Club, and Order of the Eastern Star
Thursday, September 3, 6:00 pm
Rialto Cinema, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol
Tickets: https://rialtocinemas.com/coming-soon/join-or-die-seb/
In this Emmy-nominated feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis. join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?
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Wednesday, September 9
Falafel Hut's Community at the Table
Organized by Sonoma County for Palestine
Wednesday, September 9, 4:00 to 9:00 pm
Falafel Hut, 701 4th St., Santa Rosa
Come share a table to connect with friends, meet neighbors, and raise funds for the Alshawwa family in Gaza.
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Community Advisory Council of IOLERO
Wednesday, September 9, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College, Manzanita Room, Santa Rosa
Agenda at a later date, but things are jumping and they really appreciate community attendance and support. The Sheriff's Office, the Deputy Sheriff's Association, and the majority of the Board of Supervisors are doing everything they can to make sure that Measure P - that passed with just shy of 2/3's of the vote - is not fully implemented. "We support law enforcement oversight, but....."
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Friday, September 11
Almas Libres 5th Anniversary Celebration
Friday, September 11, 5:00 to 10:00 pm
Sebastopol Grange, 6000 Sebastopol Ave. (Hwy. 12), Sebastopol
Come celebrate with us the 5th Anniversary of ALMAS LIBRES, the women's organization that supports, organizes, and fights for justice! Food, dancing, history, and much more!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1611292897217689
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Saturday, September 12
17th Vince Harper Day & Night Festival
Saturday, September 12, 2:00 to 5:30 pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 1671 Hendley St., Santa Rosa
Entertainment! Music! Kid's Play! Food! Booths with community groups!
All are welcome and admission is free!
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Sonoma County Pomo Dancers Ocean Dance with Danza Azteca Xantotl de Santa Rosa
Saturday, September 12, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
7900 Carlevaro Way, Bodega Bay
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon on the spectacular Sonoma Coast, just north of Bodega Bay and south of Shell Beach. This is a free community event by Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods. Bring a chair, snacks, and a drink.
Parking along Carlevaro Way (just off Hwy 1) is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to bring something to eat and drink, and feel free to bring a folding chair.
Space is limited and RSVPs are required. https://stewardscr.org/events/2026-sonoma-county-pomo-dancers-ocean-dance/
08/13/2026
Patricia Ellsberg, Daniel's widow, will be joining us for the discussion!
03/12/2026
03/05/2026
We must show up again and again and again. Say no to U.S. and Israeli barbarism!
03/02/2026
Kshama Sawant coming to Sonoma County! Put her on your calendar!
I am organizing the Sonoma County leg of a Bay Area tour by Kshama Sawant, labor activist, socialist, and former Seattle City Council member, whose work got Seattle the highest minimum wage in the country. She will be accompanied by Jeff Mackler, Bay Area socialist, who has worked on many fronts including on freedom for Mumia Abu Jamal, Julian Assange, and Lynne Stewart and was a union activist for the American Federation of Teachers.
This will be an educational gathering on socialism and how socialists can work together for change.
The date is Saturday, March 21, 1:00 to 3:00 pm at The Arlene Francis Center, 99 6th St., Santa Rosa. More details to come.
02/28/2026
Well, the Moron-in-Chief has attacked Iran. We'll gather at Old Courthouse Square at 5:00 pm Saturday, 2/28. See you there.
01/27/2026
Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27
Candles will be provided or bring your own light
01/24/2026
For all victims of ICE - Emergency Protest today! Another person was murdered by ICE today in Minneapolis!
Did you think you were getting a day off? Think again! Minneapolis isn't getting a day off!
01/12/2026
We work together! We protest together! We need to have some fun together!
And to provide aid to Palestinians in Gaza and our undocumented neighbors in Sonoma County, please buy tickets here (also at the door, but in advance helps us plan a little better):
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