LANTERN FESTIVAL FOR JUSTICE AND REMEMBRANCE MAY 21, 2021

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 An illuminated memorial for victims of anti-Asian hate and other forms of racist violence.

Please join us as we illuminate Edgemont Park with hundreds of lanterns as a memorial to all those killed by racial violence, including victims of anti-Asian hate. Our family-friendly evening of remembrance and unity will feature music from Jazz House Kids, Passing Notes, and other local ensembles, as well as participation by partners including the Montclair Public Library, Restorative Justice Montclair, IMANI, and MAM's Art Truck with a special craft for kids. Ann's Catering, The LAB Food Truck, and Guerriero Gelato will be on hand to keep everyone fueled!

In addition to being a symbol of hope and light, the lantern, in many Asian cultures, is a sign of welcome to the spirits of the departed. In a year of great tragedy coupled with few opportunities to mourn or celebrate those lost, we look forward to gathering as a community for what we hope will be a beautiful and heartfelt memorial. 

 Highlights of our short program at 7:15pm will include remarks from Dr. Jonathan Ponds, Jersey Promise Co-Founder Dr. Joshi, Councilman Robert Russo and more, as well as special performances by Montclair and MET Orchestra musicians Katherine Fong and Dov Scheindlin with student fellows.

 The event is FREE, but if you wish, please see below to donate or sponsor a lantern. (Due to permit regulations, we will not be able to accept cash at the event.) Any donations received beyond the cost of the event will be divided evenly between the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund and Asian Americans Advancing Justice. Thank you and hope to see you there!