Dear friends,
Just a reminder of our demonstration at the Peace Light today from 4-6:30pm, with speakers Scott Hancock and Kevin Levin at 5:30. The event is rain or shine, although it looks like the rain will move out of the area by then. The administration has ordered all National Parks to install QR codes where the general public can submit feedback about “negative stories” (read this NPR article or see other coverage), with the intent of rewriting history based on non-expert feedback. There are many reasons to stand with NPS, so I hope we draw a good crowd today.
Saturday’s No Kings rally in Gettysburg, organized by the ACDC, was very well attended and peaceful, showing solidarity with protesters across the nation who are unhappy with the current administration. I hope that those of you who attended or saw the coverage are inspired to keep acting in ways that are consistent with our values. Remember that our non-profit Meet and Greet is on Saturday, June 28 from 2-4pm at the Gettysburg YMCA (RSVPs are appreciated, but not required). Unfortunately two of the groups that planned to attend have had to cancel due to schedule conflicts, but we still have five great non-profits that can use your time and efforts to continue serving the people of Adams County. These non-profits that will be in attendance are: The Adams County Empowerment Center, Adams County Farmers Market, Interfaith Center for Peace and Justice, Manos Unidas and Safe Home. I hope you’ll join us and invite your friends to come out too.
I mentioned in a previous email that we will have tables at two events scheduled later this year – the Cumberland Township National Night Out on 8/5 and the Heritage Festival on 9/21. These are great opportunities for us to spread awareness of our group and what we do, and also support these community building initiatives. One of the activities we have planned at our events is civics trivia for the kids (which will be more fun than it sounds, I promise!), with a prize wheel they can spin and receive a small prize. If you would like to help us by donating a prize, please check out our Amazon Wish List and consider making a purchase.
Lastly, we are dismayed by the current climate of political violence. We condemn violence in all forms, and it should go without saying that political violence is never ok. Our hearts go out to those affected, including the families and victims in Minnesota, our own Governor Shapiro, and others who are receiving threats and actions. When you are at rallies, demonstrations, or other events that may be targeted for the contents of their free speech, please remain aware of your surroundings and educate yourself on an appropriate safety plan.
In solidarity,
Jenny
