In L.A. Kauffman's new book, How to Read a Protest: The Art of Organizing and Resistance, the mobilizing coordinator of the 2003-2004 Iraq War protests explains what makes today's grassroots […]
Learn how to grow materials compatible to the earth, and reduce the amount of plastic, with this overview of the development of mycelium materials. Followed by a “grow-it-yourself” workshop. Ecovative […]
In memory of youth victims of violence, a screening of “Charm City” with cinematographer Andre Lambertson, followed by an informational discussion and candlelight vigil which will be held in memory […]
Join us as we dig up root stock, transplant saplings, and make new trees with some old school genetic engineering. NATURE Lab is the Sanctuary’s resident ecological education program. NATURE […]
Join us for a panel on science activism and advocacy in the Capital Region with public officials, scientists, and activists focusing on how we, as concerned citizens, can get involved […]
From his fearless journey reporting on the war front to his scaling of glaciers to share stories on climate change, share the struggles, strategies, and personal process of this path-breaking […]
Join us for a book talk with Dahr Jamail and a great evening of conversation! After nearly a decade as a war reporter, the acclaimed journalist returns to America to […]
In an informal conversation about the creative process, Astra Taylor will share personal strategies as a filmmaker, writer, and political organizer to activate a people’s platform for organizing through diverse […]
What is Democracy is an idiosyncratic, philosophical take on the evolution of democracy through the ages, from its philosophical origins in Greece, through its capitalist growth in Italy, to the […]
Prepare garden beds that have been resting all winter, readying for this year’s plantings. Learn to turn one plant into many by the simple practice of root division! Collard City […]
Join Ellen Rocco, manager of North Country Public Radio, to learn the secrets of recording a great interview, from research to writing questions to post-production. She will also share her […]
Mike Burke is a long time producer with the international daily news program Democracy Now!, with years of experience in all aspects of news production. Join Mike as he shares […]
Musicians Richie Stearns and Rosie Newton join Jesse Jarnow, author of Wasn’t That a Time: The Weavers, the Blacklist, and the Battle for the American Soul, in a celebration of […]
Join Troy’s bike-friendly community for a homespun burrito dinner complete with daytime rides, special guests, and the always-amazing cake auction. This event benefits Troy Bike Rescue and will help prepare […]
Learn how to plant seedlings and divide perennials in hopes to spread the bounty across Freedom Square and Collard City Growers gardens at the Freedom Festival! Collard City Growers is […]
SPIRIT OF THE SUFFRAGETTES LAUNCH! The seventh annual end of the season festivities of free food, art and music, featuring a special performance by Fay Victor and Mutations for Justice […]
Performing in Freedom Square, join us for the Spirit of the Suffragettes Summer Festival with performances by Martha Redbone Roots Project and Girl Blue, and Community Resource Fair. Thank you […]
Performing in Freedom Square, join us for the Spirit of the Suffragettes Summer Festival, with performances by OKAN and Climbing PoeTree, and Community Resource Fair. Thank you to the New […]
Performing at the Sanctuary for Independent Media, join us for the Spirit of the Suffragettes Summer Festival, with performances by Crys Matthews and Amy Rigby, and Community Resource Fair. Thank […]
Performing in Freedom Square, join us for the Spirit of the Suffragettes Summer Festival, featuring performances by Nitty Scott and Sammus, and Community Resource Fair. Thank you to the New […]
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