Philly Radical Convergence 2012

We have been adding really interesting updates all across the site that you should check out:

-Under the about section, there is now a “Why not Occupy” explanation and soon there will be a complete “Beyond the ’60s” section. These should serve as primers as to why we are hosting this convergence.

– There is a rideshare forum up and running for people coming in from outside the Philly area. It also has a minimally-moderated open section for you to communicate with others if you want (to control the bot swarm).

– There is a skeleton needs and wants section that has a few things listed. Please check in on these often as we finish planning so you can help out!

– More posters have been added, so feel free to print those out and post them everywhere. If you have the abilities, try to not to pay for printing and re-use paper if you can.

Our email is everywhere, but if you need to contact us, you can contact philly2012@riseup.net

If you want to facilitate a workshop or skillshare, please e-mail us at philly2012@riseup.net to coordinate with the organizers.  Also, please e-mail us with suggestions of workshops you want to see– we’ll try to find folks to put them on!

Saturday, June 30

• opening of the convergence space
• check in with housing
• all day- hang out at Philly Punx Picnic

Sunday, July 1

• 9am to 10am: breakfast and yoga
• 10:30am to 12:30pm: first block of workshops
• 1pm to 2pm: lunch
• 2pm to 4pm: second block of workshops
• 4:30pm to 6:30pm: third block of workshops
• 6:45pm to 7:45: dinner
• all day- go to Punx Picnic Bloc Party

Monday, July 2

• 9am to 10am: breakfast and yoga
• 10:30am to 12:30pm: first block of workshops
• 1pm to 2pm: lunch
• 2pm to 4pm: second block of workshops
• 4:30pm to 6:30pm: third block of workshops
• 6:45pm to 7:45: dinner
• Action- time TBD
• Bike ride- time TBD

Tuesday, July 3

• 9am to 10am: breakfast and yoga
• 10:30am to 12:30pm: first block of workshops
• 1pm to 2pm: lunch
• 2pm to 4pm: second block of workshops
• 4:30pm to 6:30pm: third block of workshops
• 6:45pm to 7:45: dinner
• Night action

Wednesday, July 4

• 9am to 10am: breakfast and yoga
• 10:30am to 12pm: block of workshops
• 12pm to 6pm: participant-organized workshops and skillshares
• 6pm to 8pm: 4th of July BBQ
• 8pm to 10pm: 4th of July show
• Night action

More detailed information to come!

What are you doing this 4th of July?  Instead of the usual barbecues, fireworks, and complaining about the state of the union, come to Philadelphia – the birthplace of this supposed democracy – and celebrate real freedom at the Philly Radical Convergence from June 30 to July 4.  We will have five days of anti-capitalist and anti-authoritarian workshops, skillshares, and actions where you can learn about what’s going on and organize with others from across the country.  And of course there will be lots of fun to be had!

We will update this website with

• Calendar and scheduling information
• Printable PDFs of fliers and zines
• List of radical spaces in Philly
• Housing request form
• Directions

For more information and to RSVP, e-mail philly2012@riseup.net.

* Philly Radical Convergence 2012 is not associated with Occupy Philly, or the Occupy Movement.

*Philly Radical Convergence 2012 is not involved with the organizing of Philly Punx Picnic.  Still, Philly Punx Picnic rules and we encourage everyone to check it out!