Indigenous People’s Day celebration at Springwood Park
Asbury Park's Racial Justice Project plans program for Monday, October 12
With the City of Asbury Park recognizing Indigenous People’s Day this year, the Asbury Park Racial Justice Project is planning a celebration of the event at Springwood Park on Monday, October 12 from noon to 2 pm.
The following is the news release from the Racial Justice Project announcing the event:
The Racial Justice Project is excited to announce that the City of Asbury Park has officially recognized Indigenous People’s Day this year.
Indigenous People’s Day (the second Monday of October each year) is an internationally recognized day of celebration to recognize and honor the resistance, heritage, cultures and valuable contributions of Indigenous People, the original occupants and stewards of the land of Turtle Island. It is also a day to remember the great injustices of settler colonialism, land theft, and genocide that the United States has and continues to perpetuate towards Indigenous people and to work toward justice.
Click here to register for free!
Special Guests:
- Claire Garland, of the Sandhill Lenni Lenape Nation
- Members of the Ramapough Lenape Nation
- Teretha Jones
- Sunshine the Poet
- A Traditional Artist from the Redhawk Arts Council
- and more…
FAQs
Is there a cost for this event?
This event is FREE! Your donations towards our expenses are always welcome, but not required 🙂 Your contributions go towards paying speakers, reserving venues, and covering other events costs. RJP is run entirely by volunteers.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
No, there is no ID or age requirement. There is a playground in the park.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Walk, bike, or take the NJ Transit to Asbury Park station. Then walk a few blocks west along Springwood Avenue. The park is on the north side at the corner of Atkins Avenue, next to Second Baptist Church and across the street from Kula Cafe and Greenhouse. Street parking is ample and free.
What should I bring to the event?
This is an outdoor venue. Please bring a blanket or chair as you wish and water. This is a public city park. As such, all regulations apply, including prohibition of alcoholic beverages.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please scroll to the bottom of this event link and click on “Contact” under organizer, just above the map.
Do you have more awesome social justice events?
Yes! Please go to our main Eventbrite page here to see all of our events.
A Note on Safety:
Because of the COVID-19 health crisis, we ask that all attendees wear masks and practice social distancing in the park. Please bring your own chair if possible. We will provide hand sanitizer.
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