Let Gaza Live: Candlelight Vigil for Palestine

Name: Let Gaza Live: Candlelight Vigil for Palestine
Start: 2025-08-16T19:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-08-16T21:00:00-06:00
Location: Wilson Park Rapid City SD

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Wilson Park Rapid City SD | Rapid City, SD

This is a community gathering for us grieve together and stand in solidarity with those in Palestine who are struggling for their homes, food, and freedom to live.
We will have a few reflections, speakers and music. The vigil will be visible from Mt Rushmore Rd, and photos will be shared to raise local awareness. Please bring your own camp chair/blanket if you are more comfortable sitting.
________Schedule of Events__________
7:30 Luminaria Memorials*
8:00 Introduction
8:10 "Leve Palestina": Linda Boyle
8:15 Speakers
8:45 "From the River to The Sea": Call & Response Group Song
9:00 Closing
*Luminaria Memorials: We will provide a white paper bag, candle, and supplies to create your own luminaria, if desired. You may write on it notes, protests, prayers, remembrances, or drawings. They will then be lit and displayed as twilight falls.