National Pigeon Day: An Education Phenomenon
Friday, June 13
4 - 8 pm
Pilgrim Hill in Central Park
New York, NY
enter on 5th Avenue @[EMAIL PROTECTED]
E. 72nd Street
Guest Speakers:
The Honorable Council Member Tony Avella
Deacon Joseph Dwyer (Cheri Ami - The Hero Pigeon)
Karen Davis, Ph.D., President, United Poultry Concerns
Valerie Sicignano, East Coast Director, In Defense of Animals
Nellie McKay, singer-songwriter, singing Feed the Birds (from Mary
Poppins) on her ukelele among other songs; acclaimed actress and
animal activist.
Speeches, materials distribution, candlelight prayer service with
guitar accompaniment and pigeon shaped cookies. Learn how carrier
pigeons Cher Ami and GI Joe saved the lives of more than 1,000 men in
wartime. Become part of Project Pigeon Watch and have fun learning
about our fascinating NYC residents.
For more info: http://www.nationalpigeonday.com
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