July 2026 Updates

Mondays: The Save Democracy Action Group continues its postcard writing campaign -- take part at 10:15 am each Monday in the Napier Common Room at Pilgrim Place. This campaign includes cards to voters nationwide, focused on the upcoming November mid-term election. Newcomers are very welcome!

Each Wednesday: Permanent Ceasefire Vigil - corner of Foothill and Indian Hill, 4:30 - 5 pm. Remember also, you can find a small action for every day posted at the Decker Patio and Garden Cafe entrances to Abernethy -- these are geared to promoting peace and justice in Gaza and beyond.

Every Friday: Peace Vigil - corner of Arrow Highway and Indian Hill - 3:30 to 4:30 pm, and at Pilgrim Place in the Octagonal Garden from 4 - 4:30 pm.

Saturday, July 4: City of Claremont Annual Independence Day Parade, 1-3 pm. Parade marchers need to assemble (with signs) on 10th Street by 12:30 pm -- contact Sid M. for location details. Those riding on the boat should contact Dan G. for details. Community viewing site will be located on the north side of Harrison Avenue, between Mayflower Road and Scrooby Lane. This is a wonderful opportunity to show your support for The Justice Groups at Pilgrim Place and many other community groups on the 4th!

Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 am, Decker: Merrill Ring Memorial Current Affairs Forum on "The Latinx Swing Vote - Which Way Is It Heading?" Dr. Adrian Pantoja, a Professor in Political Studies and Chicano Studies from Pitzer College, will present.

Thursday, July 9, 10 - 11 am, Decker: A Pilgrim Place Conversation with California State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez. Due to schedule constraints, Senator Pérez is expected to speak briefly, then allow a limited time for questions.

Tuesday, July 14, 4 pm, Virtual Event: Third Act continues its "Hope and Joy Series" with author David James Duncan, sharing his latest book, “Sun House: A Tale of Transcendence.” Duncan continues exploring the American search for meaning and love that he began in his acclaimed novels 'The River Why' and 'The Brothers K.' His new wildly creative novel illuminates the hearts of people who seek and find a different way to be in the world. Register here to obtain login details.

SAVE THE DATE, Saturday, August 1, 3 pm, La Verne Church of the Brethren: Songs & Stories of Solidarity, Sponsored by the Pomona Valley Spiritual Leaders for Justice. All ages are invited to this time of music, storytelling, and solidarity as we listen to those impacted by immigration enforcement and culminate in a walk with songs of support, love, and justice. A special collection will be received for the Adelanto Detention Center Commissary Fund, helping detainees purchase necessities and stay connected with loved ones. Please see flyer below, and save the date to stand in solidarity with us!

AND STARTING IN SEPTEMBER, our FOSNA friends will lead a group read of the book, AN AMERICAN ISRAEL, by Amy Kaplan. The book contains a history of the bond between the US and Israel that traces the entanglement with America’s belief in its own exceptionalist story/nature, and sheds light on the profound and difficult challenges for Americans posed by the State of Israel's political realties. If you are interested in taking part, you may wish to start reading over the summer, as the book spans the period from WWII to now. Four meetings will be held to discuss the book, starting September 7, and continuing every other week (September 21, October 5 and October 21). Contact Lynn R. with interest or for additional information.