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Shop Union!

When you shop for books, go with the union alternative. That’s not Amazon or Barnes and Noble. That’s Powell’s. As an added bonus of shopping union, when you shop through our link, 7.5% of every purchase (except gift cards) will … Continue reading

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February Bridges Newsletter

Here is our February Bridges newsletter. It’s primary topic is what you might expect – layoffs. For those not in the know,  Bridges is ILWU Local 5′s (usually) bimonthly newsletter, written and edited by members of the local, with occasional … Continue reading

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The February 31

The media reports are accurate, 31 of our brothers & sisters, mostly retail, but a few behind the scenes workers as well, were given a check for two weeks and a form letter informing them they were laid off yesterday. … Continue reading

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Rocked Out!

Thanks to every one that helped out & came to see Rock Out To Walk Out.  A great time was had by all, and the bonds of union sister & brotherhood were strengthened among our local. We’ve got plenty of … Continue reading

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Temporary Position for August 30th-Sept 18th Sem II Cashier/Barista 6:30am-3:00pm Monday through Friday (Posted 8/23/10)

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Aramark Internal Job Postings (Olympia)

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: AM Baker 9am-4pm Monday through Friday (Posted 8/19/10)

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Rock Out To Walk Out!

Come to our Rock Out to Walk Out strike fund raising event. Beer, Food, Local Bands, and good time. Read up more about it! Come on down,  and have a good time for a good cause. update: The show is … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday To Us

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Market to Sem II Moving/Grab n Go Prep (3 positions available) Saturday Aug 14th from 9am-1pm Moving … Continue reading

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Dishwasher Tuesday-Friday 3:00pm-10:30pm and Saturday 11:00am-7:00pm (Posted 07/30/10)

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Posting

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Summer Weekend Dishwasher Sunday 9am-8pm and Monday 1pm-close (Posted on 06/06/10)

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Cashier in C-3 Express Sat May 29th 9:30am-3:30pm ONLY (Posted on 5/25/10)

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May General Membership Meeting this Tuesday!

Don’t forget that our next  General Membership Meeting is Tuesday May 18th at 6:30pm in the Local 5 office (917 SW Oak St #206).  Come on down and participate in our Union’s democratic process! Membership Card Signing Working Families Party … Continue reading

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Ne’er-Do-Well Submissions due Tomorrow!

Re posting for a last minute reminder. Submissions due tomorrow! Special Issue: Stories by and about the working class: Calling all proud working-class writers! The Ne’er-Do-Well literary magazine is seeking short stories, essays, and comics that represent the experience, culture, … Continue reading

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Tonight: Karaoke from Hell!

It’s Tonight folks! Warm up your pipes! Local 5 will be sponsoring free entry to a karaoke night on Thursday, April 29th at Tiger Bar. Show starts at 9:30 PM. Members can show their Powell’s ID at the door and … Continue reading

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Local 5 Minis Painting Night

Hey, Powell’s workers, in particular the gamers and other assorted miniatures enthusiasts! Local 5 will be hosting a fantasy/sci-fi minis painting event on the evening of Saturday April 24th, from 5:30 to 9:30! Whether you’ve been painting for years, or … Continue reading

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Barista Saturday 8am-4:30 (Posted on 04/07/10)

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Aramark (Olympia) Internal Job Postings

ILWU Local 5 members of Aramark (Evergreen), please be aware the Employer has notified ILWU Local 5 of the following internal job posting: Barista M-F  6:30am-1:30pm (Posted on 3/31/10)

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Better Header

The header is improved, but still needs a little tweeking. The final result should be up in a few days. A few other maintenance things were shored up, and an overhaul of the link pages will happen by the end … Continue reading

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Ne’er-Do-Well Magazine Wants You!

Special Issue: Stories by and about the working class: Calling all proud working-class writers! The Ne’er-Do-Well literary magazine is seeking short stories, essays, and comics that represent the experience, culture, struggle, and rebellion – on and off the job – … Continue reading

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