One woman’s decision and Juneteenth happened every year since 2005 in M’Finda Kalunga Community Garden.
This year, she’s going to enjoy it without the work. And that just might be progress…
Thank you Debra Jeffreys-Glass for everything.
UPDATES It’s My Park Day, Voter Information, and Future Park Cleanups, Other Parks’ News:
Chinese Progressive Association will set up a voter information and registration table in front of M’Finda Kalunga Community Garden
October 21st from 12pm -4pm
Rivington Street between Chrystie and Forsyth
Need help & information on voting, absentee ballots, updating your registration for this November?
Come visit the table. Voter registration will also be available for new voters who want to get a head start on 2018!
And…
October 21st IMPD from 12pm – 4pm
SDR Coalition will work in front of the BRC on [No work in Stanton Street Area]
November 11th with New Yorkers for Parks – Stanton Street Area of SDR Park
New event hosted by Concerned Citizens of the Lower Eastside.
Juneteenth celebration in M’Finda Kalunga Garden – Sunday, June 19
(not July 19!)
Noon-3PM in Sara Roosevelt Park
We extend a special invitation to former Rivington House residents and care workers
to this community event honoring Juneteenth and the African Heritage community.
We hope to be hearing your life stories at Rivington House!
We will also talk about our quest to return Rivington House to its rightful owners – the public
Please come and celebrate with music, food and community.
(Click image for a printable flyer)
