Anti-War Gathering

Wed., Jan. 5, 6:30 p.m., free, Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St., 267-994-9448, phillyagainstwar.org.

by Eric Schuman

[ think tank ]

Though they're outspoken and active against many kinds of political wrongdoings, Philly Against War's latest gathering gets back to the group's roots. Always on the lookout for unsettling governmental actions, these rabble-rousers are the latest generation of organized outrage. Their blog fills the gap between meetings and rallies, but it's the face-to-face events, like this teach-in planning meeting, that highlight the group as righteous educators. Even if your political stance doesn't mesh with theirs, and even if war and injustice continue, reaching a point of understanding is an impressive accomplishment.

Wed., Jan. 5, 6:30 p.m., free, Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St., 267-994-9448, phillyagainstwar.org.