The Day of the Forest Defender - Sunset Vigil for Tortuguita
- January 18 @ 4:00 PM
- until 5:30 PM
- Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
- 345 W Montrose Harbor Dr, Chicago, IL 60640
- 345 W Montrose Harbor Dr, Chicago, IL 60640
The Weelaunee Defense Society Chicago Chapter invites you to join in Chicago's first commemoration of The Day of the Forest Defender. We will have a candlelight vigil at sunset at Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary to remeber the life of beloved Forest Defender Tortuguita by marking the one year anniversary since their tragic murder at the hands of the Georgia State Patrol, Atlanta Police Department and the Atlanta Police Foundation. Free Hot Cocoa and Hot Tea will be provided. Feel free to come with words, poetry or prayers to share. Viva Tortuguita. Driving: There should be ample paid parking for a few dollars an hour on Montrose Harbor Drive. Public Transit The following public bus & train routes serve this beach: CTA Bus Routes: 78 Montrose 81 Lawrence 151 Sheridan CTA Red Line Station: Lawrence Wilson