Hello to All,

As you may know, with the passing of the federally imposed deadline of
February 1, 2000, Dineh (Navajo) families living on an area known as the HPL
(Hopi Partition Land) within the Hopi Reservation are under seige by the
federal government and the federally created Hopi Tribal Council. This time
following the deadline is sure to see the increase in harassment of Dineh
families and the push to evict Dineh "resistors" from their traditional,
sacred and ancient homeland as soon as possible.

In the coming months the Dineh people need us more than ever. Their lives
are particularly linked to us here in Los Angeles, as we consume a majority
of the energy yielded from the two massive coal mines currently poisioning
Dineh and Hopi people.

In Commemoration of Earthday 2000 we are preparing to welcome Dineh and Hopi
traditional elders to Los Angeles to share their message with us on that
day. In order to make this effort a success, we have to raise money to do
it. Soo....

Join us for a month of fun filled and informational events:

Wednesday, April 5th @ 8 p.m. Patagonia (2936 Main St), Santa Monica.
Screening of the Dineh documentary "Vanishing Prayer" with discussion and
live entertainment **

Saturday, April 8th @ 7 p.m. Fundraiser!!!!Rico Gallery in Santa Monica (208
Pier Av. off Main St)
This is sure to be a fun filled night complete with music, food, art and
poetry. There will be an auction of amazing art and jewelry. You don't want
to miss this one. $7 donation at the door

Saturday, April 15th @ 7 p.m. Novel Cafe (212 Pier Av) Santa Monica.
Screening of the Dineh documentary "Vanishing Prayer" with discussion and
live entertainment**

Thursday, April 20th TBA
Press Conference and Prayer Vigil. Help us tell Southern California Edison
to shut down the Mohave Generating Station and stop the genocide of the
Dineh people.

Saturday April 22nd EARTHDAY Join traditional Dineh and Hopi elders in
sharing their message of peace and love for the earth at Exposition Park in
Los Angeles. Day begins at 11 a.m. **

** Admission is Free, though you are encouraged to bring your checkbook!

Pass this message on! See you soon.

For more info call Sharon @ 310.396.3254

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A C T I O N R E S O U R C E C E N T E R

Box 2104, Venice, CA 90294
310.396.3254 (voice) * 310.392.9965 (fax)
arcla@enviroweb.org * www.arcweb.org

Mission: To spearhead and support campaigns
that protect the environment, human rights and
social justice; and to provide training and
coordination for grassroots organizing,
education and non-violent direct action.

PGP key available
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