Liberty on the Rocks

A Nationwide Liberty Network

What is Liberty on the Rocks?

By , on March 27th, 2012

Liberty on the Rocks is a 501(c)(3), non-partisan social and educational organization committed to increasing the size and effectiveness of the liberty movement.

Through its local networks and events, liberty enthusiasts across the country are connected with leaders in the movement, free market organizations, research and information, opportunities for involvement, and other advocates in their community; helping citizens and activists increase their understanding, build their network, and find where they fit in the movement.

Local Networks

Liberty on the Rocks happy hour events are a splendid mix of grassroots activism, libations, and good conversation. Their purpose is to provide a welcoming, social atmosphere for liberty enthusiasts to network, locate opportunities, and gain educational information. Find a network near you – or register to start your own!

LAMP/PHP Developer

By , on May 15th, 2012

Skills Required:

LAMP Technologies (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP5). Kohana Framework (OOP / MVC). HTML, JavaScript (JQuery, AJAX) and CSS. Experience using SVN or other source control.

Android (using Java) programming experience is a strong bonus. Ideal candidate will have strong LAMP background and have experience developing Android applications.

Job Description:

We are an established firm interviewing for a developer for our web-based and mobile phone (iPhone, Android) survey system. You will report to our internal Director of System Technology, performing application development by implementing new features in our software.

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Please send your resume, desired pay and a few sample applications to sotg@surveysonthego.net.

May 17th – meetup

By , on May 15th, 2012

We are encouraging members to bring a friend this month.

Last month we had about 30 people, but we need to boost attendance back up to 40 again like recent months. So we’re asking you to think of someone you know who is into good discussion, open minded and just plain fun to be around.

Details:

Mafiaoza’s Pizzaria

Drop in anytime after 5:30PM for a little while or hang out until 9 with your pals.

Currently some more liberty oriented speakers are in the works but we always welcome your suggestions!

We are encouraging members to bring a friend this month. Last month we had about 30 people, but we need to boost attendance back up to 40 again like recent months. So we’re asking you to think of someone you know who is into good discussion, open minded and just plain fun to be around.

Details:

Mafiaoza’s Pizzaria 2400 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN

Drop in anytime after 5:30PM for a little while or hang out until 9 with your pals.

Currently some more liberty oriented speakers are in the works but we always welcome your suggestions!

Liberty Drinks Boston’s Bake Sale Benefit for Bake Sales

By , on May 14th, 2012

Raise bake sale awareness! Support bake sale black markets!

As you may know our brave bureaucrats in Massachusetts were seeking to ban bake sales from public school related activities in an effort to target childhood obesity. Never fear because our noble MA House legislature later overturned the ban after widespread outrage. Thank you masters!

Still this is an indication of where the inclination of the MA legislature is, and likely the same bureaucrats will attempt to police what we eat in other ways, next time with more caution and stealth.

BAKE SALE DETAILS
So in an effort to show our support for bake sales and bakers everywhere, we are having a bake sale, or at least selling baked goods! DO NOT BRING FOOD, we will instead have order forms where we will be taking orders from liberty oriented baking & food companies and raising money for liberty groups.

LOTR Happy Hour: Discussing Political Authority w/ Prof. Huemer of CU Boulder

By , on May 11th, 2012

Join us this Wednesday for another Liberty on the Rocks Denver happy hour!

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The theme for this week’s event is political authority. Where does political authority come from? By what mechanism does the Constitution bind us all? Can we as individuals morally say “no” to government officials? Why do people view an IRS agent collecting taxes differently than extortion from the mafia? Philosophy Professor Michael Huemer of CU-Boulder will address these issues of political authority and the many problems with social contract theory this Wednesday at Choppers Sports Bar and Grill in Cherry Creek.

We will kick things off at 6:30 with another liberty speak out contest to see who gets to wear the crown! Anyone is welcome to participate and/or cheer on their favorite liberty advocate.

As always, we will meet in the back room of Choppers Sports Grill in Cherry Creek from 6-9pm. Join in anytime, and bring your friends!

Learn more about Professor Huemer of CU-Boulder Here

When: Wednesday, May 16 from 6-9pm

Where: Choppers Sports Grill | 80 S. Madison Street in Denver

Next Meeting (05/20/2012)

By , on May 11th, 2012

Second meeting for the month of May. Plenty to talk about that is going on as always. Including the U.S. Presidential race, Quebec just to name a few. Hope to see all the regulars as well as old friends and newbies are always welcome. Cheers for liberty!

Event Info

It’s On! May 7th LOTR(RR) Meetup at Rock Rest!

By , on May 3rd, 2012

Red Rocks Returns to the “Center of the World!”

“Education Reform on Tap with Sheila Atwell & Karin Piper”

Liberty On The Rocks (Red Rocks) Happy Hour

May 7, 2012

MISSING LIBERTY? AW SHUCKS, RED ROCKS WILL SPRING FOR A FEW APP’S AT 6:00 TO SOOTHE YOUR PAIN!!!

Rock Rest Lodge

http://www.rockrestlodge.com/index.php

16005 Mt. Vernon Rd.

Golden, Colorado 80401

5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (Networking till 6:00, program begins at 6:00, happy hour till 7:00)

We have reserved a portion of the outdoor patio and the lower bar for our meetup! Timely RSVP’s are always appreciated so that we may better inform management of staffing needs!!!

The starting line-up for the night:

5:30 – Networking

6:00 – “30 Second Soapbox” & “Ask an Austrian”*

Brief Education comments and Q&A with Ms. Atwell & Ms. Piper

Networking

Learn more about our special guests and their organizations:

Ms. Atwell, is the Executive Director of Jeffco Students First (a non-profit foundation for education reform) at http://jeffcostudentsfirst.org/

Ms. Piper, is the Founder and Executive Director of Parent Led Reform (a multi-issue united parent network which leads meaningful reforms for America’s future) at http://www.parentledreform.org/

Rock Rest makes the wait worthwhile with great food and beverage prices!!! BTW, the ambiance is Liberty rustic and casual.

Located less than 2 miles from the intersections of I-70 and Colfax and US-6 and Indiana at Old Golden Road and Mt. Vernon Road.

Map link: http://tiny.cc/kd3odw

Freedom Rocks!

Jeff Sacco

Chapter President

FB group: Liberty On The Rocks (Red Rocks)

*”Ask an Austrian” (AAA), is a continuing series to attempt to learn more about the basics of Austrian Economics. This segment will generally last from 5 – 15 minutes in duration, and on any given day might be an exercise, simple Q&A, or brief comments, and will be handled by an Austrian enthusiast when/if present. We would encourage our attendees to bring a pertinent article(s) to share with the group. Our hope is for a member(s) to step up and take on a position to implement AAA programming as a standard segment past our introductory year.

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 4thThe Truth Behind “Green” Energy and How it Will Affect Our Lives

Beer/Wine/Snacks/Liberty Friends

Speakers: Amy Oliver Cooke, Donovan Schafer

Details at:http://www.facebook.com/events/283350128418520/

NEXT MEETUP
June 4^thRed Rocks Happy Hour

Remember, our summertime schedule will most likely involve rotating venues and we will not be meeting on the 3^rd Monday of the month during the summer. If giving up Liberty on the 3rd Monday of our summer months is too much of a burden for you, please feel free to host/coordinate a backyard or patio bar meetup. I would be happy to notify our followers if you write up the details of the event. Also, ideas and suggestions on promoting Liberty and defending our freedoms are always appreciated. After all, Liberty is yours and only you can protect it! Just saying:)

Harmful Effects of Green Energy

By , on May 2nd, 2012

When our government picks winners and losers in energy… we all lose.

Join us on Friday, May 4th for a conversation about green energy in Colorado with Amy Oliver Cooke and Donovan Schafer of the Independence Institute.

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Throughout the discussion (which will be followed by Q & A) you will learn:

How we have turned against energy production in Colorado
Why “green” energy is unaffordable, unreliable and a danger to our way of life
How environmentalists view ‘fracking’ – and why they are wrong
How oil and gas are beneficial to our lives
How to talk to others about these issues effectively

We will also look at and discuss a few video clips from the following documentaries:

Gaslands (View Trailer Here: http://bit.ly/9oFdUz)
Spoiled (View Trailer Here: http://bit.ly/IpQID4)

Social Networking Reception 5:30-6:00
Presentation and Q & A 6-7:30

Beer, wine and light snacks will be provided for guests. Seating is limited. RSVP to amanda@libertyontherocks.org to reserve your space today!

Location: Independence Institute | 727 E. 16th Street in Denver

Jobs Listings – Center for Shared Services

By , on April 27th, 2012

The mission of Center for Shared Services (CSS) is to provide talent and opportunity for fiscally conservative nonprofit organizations. CSS seeks to identify individuals who desire to make a difference with their skills, talents, and abilities. Our goal is to create a positive experience for both clients and prospective employees.

View Job Listings on the CSS Site

Next Meeting (05/06/2012)