They were giants among us. Although personally very different both Ralph DiGia and Grace Paley were firm anti-war activists much of whose work was done in support of the War Resisters League . Celebrate their lives.

Grace Paley at Judson Memorial Church Saturday April 26, 2008 2-5PM 55 Washington Square South. The life of poet, writer, leftist, tenant advocate, anti-warrior, has been honored and remembered by readings and demonstrations. This event celebrates “Her Political Life” includes Dan Berrigan, Dave McReynolds and a wonderful leftish chorus Harmonic Insurgence and others. .Click here for some good Grace photos and some more information.

Ralph DiGia at The Theatre For A New City Saturday May 10, 2008 2-5PM 155 First Avenue (9/10 Sts.) Karen DiGia and the Ralph DiGia Fund For Peace & Justice are celebrating Ralph’s life with music, movies schmoozing and memories. ( More info here) If your life was touched by this playful, canny, good humored, life-long war opponent RSVP by email: ralphparty@yahoo.com – right now.

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