[Communications] {AUA} JOIN US Wednesday 4/30, to make art & be together!

[Adam Peterson]

Hi AUA!

We know it goes without saying, but we’ll say it anyway: These are hard and
heavy times. We are in awe of the incredible work you are all engaged in
even in the face of callousness and cruelty from those in power. Your work
is vital, but it also comes at a cost—and we want to help fuel your
continued efforts. 💚 As we approach International Workers Day and the
local mass march for Workers and Immigrants happening here in Chicago, we
at *CFPAC* are reflecting on how we can contribute to sustaining this
movement and bringing care and energy to you all.

So, we’re hosting a sort-of-impromptu (read: short notice 😅) hang,
featuring art making, food, and camaraderie on Wednesday, April 30th, from
3-6pm at Industrious Central Loop.


RSVP Here <https://forms.gle/D49wfLCWQGCbhF7A7> by Wednesday, April 30th at
9am. More details below!

If there’s one thing we have deep in our DNA, it’s the idea that there is
significant power in the act of bringing people together, across
ecosystems, to lift each other up, support and fortify our movements,
remind us what we’re fighting for, and find some of the joy and creativity
that is so essential to the world we’re trying to create together.

So, ahead of the *May Day March for Immigrants and Workers
<https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/may-day-protest-rally-immigrant-rights-march-trump-administration-deportations/>,*
we invite you all to join us for a sort-of impromptu (read: short notice
😅) afternoon of art, food, and camaraderie to help all those in this
movement to express yourselves, connect with your people, and strengthen
your resolve for the fight ahead. We know lots of folks will be attending
the march on Thursday, so this is also a great time to talk about
organizing a little food & farm contingent for anyone who feels safe and
able to do so!

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Time: 3:00-6:00 pm

Location: Industrious Central Loop, 231 S. LaSalle St. - downstairs
conference room (more detail will be shared once you’ve RSVP’d!)

RSVP <https://forms.gle/D49wfLCWQGCbhF7A7> by Wednesday, April 30th at 9am!

At this event you can expect:

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   Art Making!
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      Protest art supplies for signs, banners, etc
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         We encourage you to make signs for the May Day march if you plan
         to attend!
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         You’re also welcome to store signs at our office overnight and
         arrange pick them up Thursday morning 😎
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      Zine-making materials
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      BYOP (Bring your own project - feel free to come with any projects
      you’d like to work on!)
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   Food!
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      A wide variety of snacks
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      Beverages
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   Music!
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      A special CFPAC playlist
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      Whatever you decide to add to it!
      -

   Each Other <3


*This is a drop-in style hang*; no need to come for the whole time, but
you're welcome to join for as much time as you want! Please don’t hesitate
to reply with any questions. We hope to see you Wednesday!

With love and solidarity,

The CFPAC Programs Team

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*Adam Peterson *(he/him)

Food Systems Policy Manager

Chicago Food Policy Action Council

1200 W 35th St. #359 Chicago, IL 60609

Phone: (708) 501-7711
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