Compassion & Liberty

February 6, 2012 by Meg McLain · 11 Comments
Filed under: Charity, Outreach, Social

People often ask me how I discovered the ideas of liberty. Like many others, I was taught about government in school using state approved curriculum; which never mentions the ideas of liberty, self ownership, and personal responsibility. In addition, I was raised in a extremely liberal area, which gave me a socially acceptable set of morals that included support of government social/welfare programs. This was not because I disliked the idea of private charity and personal compassion; but rather, I believed it to be the only method of mass charity (the ability to fund care for many people at once). It was my experience in trying to use these social programs which led me to discover the ineffective, wasteful, and harmful effects they create. They didn’t help people. They gave those suffering the bare minimum for survival, but wasted so much time, and came with so many requirements, that those the government “helped” would never be able to move forward. They would become dependent on the system for survival, which skews this “help” to be thought of as a “right”… because obviously everyone feels they have a right to life.
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Over 100 Occupy Keene’s Railroad & Central Squares

October 15, 2011 by Ian · 49 Comments
Filed under: Introduction, Issues, National, Outreach, Personal Freedom, Photos, Social

Today was a major activism day in Keene as over 100 gathered at Railroad Square and after a meeting walked down to Central Square. During the walk, traffic was blocked for a few minutes (a tactic with which I don’t agree).

The occupation began at 12:15pm and was still active late this afternoon. A hardcore contingent of activists seems committed to camping out on the ground that is supposedly “public”. Will the aggressors called “the city of Keene” make a move against the peaceful demonstrators on the first night? Only time will tell.

Stay tuned here for more, but for the latest, drop into the Occupy Keene facebook page and discussion group. Read more

Porcfest 2011 in 5-Second Clips

October 12, 2011 by Ian · 10 Comments
Filed under: Social, Video

Here’s a taste of this year’s Porcupine Freedom Festival, courtesy of Liberty on Tour:

Porcfest 2012 Dates Announced: June 18th-24th

June 27, 2011 by Ian · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Announcement, Social, ToDo

I just so happened to be nearby yesterday for when Free State Project president Carla Gericke locked in the dates with Roger’s Campground for the 2012 Porcupine Freedom Festival!

Be sure to lock in your campsite or hotel room now!

The new dates are purported to be Monday June 18th through Sunday June 24th, 2012.

See you there!

Free Keene Fest Photo in Keene Sentinel

May 9, 2011 by Ian · 4 Comments
Filed under: Living Free, Photos, Social, Update

The Keene Sentinel’s photographer Steve Hooper was at yesterday’s Free Keene Fest and this photo of his was published in today’s paper, with the following caption:

Jason Talley, left, of Grafton, talks with Jim Johnson of Winchester, who operates the “Answer Wheel” at the Free Keene Fest event on Railroad Square Sunday afternoon. Free Keene members, self-described liberty activists, put on the yard sale along with entertainment, as well as distributing informational fliers about their philosophy.

Interestingly, Free Keene Fest was described as a “yard sale”. I’m not sure if that is better or worse than “flea market”…

Porcfest 2011 Promo

April 19, 2011 by Ian · 1 Comment
Filed under: Social, Video

Are you attending Porcfest this year? See you there!

Porcfest Registration is Live – Save 20% With Code “FREEKEENE”!

February 2, 2011 by Ian · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Announcement, Social

Porcfest is an excellent excuse to come up and visit NH and your future friends and neighbors! It’s a week of camping (or you can rough-it in the motel), socializing, discussing, partying, touring, and various outdoor activities, but most importantly it’s a chance to experience the NH liberty community! PorcFest registration is now live at http://registration.porcfest.com

Use coupon code “FREEKEENE” to save 20% on registration, shirts, flags and framed group photos!

Social Sunday Expansion – Now also at Vendetta!

September 13, 2010 by James Schlessinger Jr · 6 Comments
Filed under: Announcement, Social

Back by popular demand, the Social Sunday event is accommodating two locations at 5pm every Sunday in Keene. In addition to McCues on 12 Emerald St, a return to Vendetta, 43 Central Square, is taking place. Vendetta just offers a better selection of beers on tap featuring craft, seasonal and micro-brews from New England and beyond.

The food selection has changed to a strictly Asian style of food with a focus on Sushi; rolls and rice bowls round out the selection. Those that don’t want sushi typically eat before coming to the bar. The drink selection and quality of beers is reason enough to come to central square and enjoy a frosty one with friends.

Announcing the Keene City Council Drinking Game

August 4, 2010 by Sam Dodson · 40 Comments
Filed under: Announcement, Civil Disobedience, Noncooperation, Personal Freedom, Police, Social

Not a Beer

Where: 2nd Floor Keene City Hall

When: Thursday August 5th: 6:45 P.M.

Who: Open Container Activists, Onlookers, Press/media

Rules:

All participants drink when:

1. There’s a call to order

2. A bureaucrat claims to do something as “The City of Keene”

3. Everyone stands up

4. The City Council votes for Violence

5. A vote is unanimous

6. A council member says the phrase “master plan.”

7. They plan to do something “for the children.”

9. Raise your glasses (drinking not needed) if someone suggests rolling back the size, scope or enforcement power of the government IE supports more liberty/freedom

Feel free to join us with the beverage and container of your choice. If you have feedback or input on the event, please join us in the discussion thread.

Anyone who wishes to come out in support of this event is invited, drinking or not, with or without cameras.

See you tomorrow night!

Announcing the Keene Community Flea Market – Saturday Mornings @ Railroad Square

August 4, 2010 by Ian · 10 Comments
Filed under: Announcement, Economic Freedom, Social

Luthor returns to Keene and hits the ground running by announcing an open flea market every Saturday morning at Railroad Square starting this Saturday 8/7 at 9am! It’s open to anyone who wants to set up a table and sell or give away their wares, so come on out! Naturally, no government permission has been requested to hold this event. Here’s the flier.