Contact (media only):

Kim Chaplin (360) 951-2801
infokim@zhonka.net

Molly Gibbs (360) 451-2410
Kayck@olywa.net

Youth Organizers: Army of None and Bands Raise Awareness

The authors of the counter-recruiting manual Army of None, Aimee Allison and David Solnit, will be in Olympia presenting an interactive workshop for students. They will discuss counter-recruiting methods and issues surrounding ending the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. As veterans, David and Aimee will share the military story young people don’t hear from recruiters. As organizers, they will share stories and effective tactics from around the country. The Army of None Project brings live performances and information to 40 communities across the US.

Recruitment-age students interested in attending the workshop could be prepared with their questions and ideas for the future.

In addition to the workshop, four local musical acts will be performing: Gumar & His Magical Midi Band, The Blow, led by Khaela Maricich, C.O.C.O. (soulful sixties girl group vocals) and The Saints of Everyday Failures.

The event takes place Friday, January 11, 2008 at The Olympia Center for the Performing Arts, Stage II (black box theater), located at 512 Washington Street in Downtown Olympia.

Event schedule:

• 6:00 Doors open, food
• 6:30 Workshop begins
• 8:00 Doors open for music. Admission: $6.00
• 8:30 Music: local musical acts.
• Admission is free all night for workshop participants and $6 for live music.

For more information, contact Know All You Can Know 360.412.1519, Kayck@olywa.net or 360.951.2801, infokim@zhonka.net . Parents can call or write for information about how to get involved with local schools.