Vigil Announcements

1 - NEW YORK

There will be a candlelight vigil Saturday night from 8 to 9pm on the south side of Union Square Park in support of a ceasefire in Lebanon. If need be, this will be a weekly event, so please look for a follow-up email.

We have been devastated by the destruction and violence that has become many people's daily reality. As concerned citizens, we feel it is time that our political representatives hear our voices loud and clear calling for an end to the bloodshed.

On Saturday, please bring candles. Feel free to bring American, Lebanese, Israeli, Palestinian or any other flag. We request that no other signs, banners, or posters be displayed at the vigil.

2 - PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA

One week after the Israeli Invasion of Lebanon, the siege that Israel has placed Lebanon under is still ongoing. Over 300 civilians have been killed, more than a 1000 wounded and maimed, and over half a million displaced, as the world watches in silence.

This Saturday, July 22, 2006, at 7 pm, several student organizations are organizing a candle-lit vigil at Lytton Plaza, Palo Alto. They are calling for all those against the horrendous targeting of Lebanese civilians to join them.

During this vigil, these groups will raise awareness about the realities of this newest conflict. This vigil is also part of a fundraiser, which will collect donations in order to aid relief organizations currently operating in Lebanon.

posted by Lazarus, 8:51 AM