Love is a basic human right
On Wednesday 4 March, join us For Justice and Equality. Stand against Proposition 8 throughout California.
On March 5th, the California Supreme Court will hear oral argument on why Proposition 8 should be repealed.
On the evening before the California Supreme Court holds oral argument on the validity of Proposition 8 and whether the initiative process can be used to take away fundamental freedoms from minorities, join us for a candlelight vigil for justice and equality.
Please wear your Amnesty T-shirt, stickers, and other Amnesty wear. Show the press and the nation that Amnesty International USA is united to overturn Proposition 8.
These events are being sponsored by many organizations, see the Eve of Justice site for the full list of participating organizations.
Costa Mesa, Wednesday 4 March
When
Wednesday 4 March 2009
17:30 – 19:00 (5:30 PM to 7:00 PM)
Where
Fairview Community Church
2525 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Who
Sponsored by Amnesty International and a host of other organizations.
What
Wednesday, March 4 is the day before the California Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the validity of Prop 8. That evening, we’ll stand together and send a unified message to our fellow Californians, including the Supreme Court Justices, that individual liberties like the right to marry are guaranteed by the Constitution to everyone and cannot be stripped away at the ballot box by a bare majority. Just as important, we will give our love and support to all the families headed by same-sex couples who are threatened by the recent electoral outcome, as well as same-sex couples whose hopes and dreams of marriage and family have been frustrated by enactment of Proposition 8.
We invite the LGBT community and supporters to join us and other marriage equality organizations around the state as we stand together on the night before the California Supreme Court begins to consider the legitimacy of Proposition 8.
- Re-commitment ceremonies for same-sex couples whose legally married status is on the line
- Candlelight vigil and rally for equal marriage rights
- Remarks by religious and civic leaders in support of marriage equality
- Musical performances
- Stories of real people affected by the passage of Proposition 8
Please join us for what promises to be a powerful and moving event!
For further information: contact OCEC at ocequality@gmail.com
How much
Free
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Long Beach, Wednesday 4 March
When
Wednesday 4 March 2009
Where
In front of Long Beach City Hall, 18:00 – 21:00 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
First Congregational Church at 3rd/Cedar, 21:00 – 9:00 (9:00 PM – 9:00 AM)
Free parking at meters, 21:00 – 9:00 (9:00 PM – 9:00 AM) everyday.
see maps below
What
Wednesday, March 4 is the day before the California Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the validity of Prop 8. That evening, we’ll stand together and send a unified message to our fellow Californians, including the Supreme Court Justices, that individual liberties like the right to marry are guaranteed by the Constitution to everyone and cannot be stripped away at the ballot box by a bare majority. Just as important, we will give our love and support to all the families headed by same-sex couples who are threatened by the recent electoral outcome, as well as same-sex couples whose hopes and dreams of marriage and family have been frustrated by enactment of Prop 8.
Rally—In front of Long Beach City Hall
No politics, just life! Tell your story. Open mic on marriage and what it means to you! Come repeat your vows and learn about all the benefits married couples get that should be your right too.
Also, Special performances by Sirena Serpentina and others.
Candlelight Vigil—At the First Congregational Church at 3rd/Cedar
Join the LGBT community the morning the California Supreme Court begins to hear oral arguments about invalidating Prop H8! Counter act traditional homophobic all-night vigils of the Yes on 8 supporters. Let our faces be front and center in the morning news and the minds of the California Supreme Court justices. Come out to show your support for LGBTQ rights!
How much
Free
More information
See here for the latest details.
Map—Long Beach City Hall
Map—First Congregational Church
Santa Ana, Thursday 5 March
When
Thursday 5 March 2009
16:00 – 18:00 (4:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
Where
Church of the Foothills
19211 Dodge Avenue (at Newport Boulevard), Santa Ana, CA 92705
What
Join the Church of the Foothills to rally for marriage equality in pro-Prop 8 Orange County.
How much
Free
