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COP21 – Protect What You Love/ Climate Justice Now! @ Liberty Island!

December 12, 2015 @ 9:15 am - 12:15 pm

Free – 0-1818

When world leaders meet at the COP21 global climate talks in December, we need to signal that our movement stands strong and united to protect all we love from rising seas and the tyranny of planet-warming fossil fuels.

Please join 350NYC, 350BK, 350NJ and allied groups on Saturday, December 12th (the day the Paris talks conclude) in a highly visible event, followed by a press conference at Battery Park, NYC:

“Protect What You Love/Climate Justice Now” at the Statue of Liberty

In light of the tragic events that have occurred in Paris recently, 350NYC, 350BK and 350NJ have revised the plan for our “Road Through Paris” action.  These changes reflect our expectation of heightened security and allow us to still convey a strong message.

Our presence at the Statue of Liberty will send a message to world leaders that we stand resolved to protect all we hold dear from the threat of catastrophic climate change. As the embodiment of our freedom and liberty, a gift from France as an expression of solidarity with our democratic values, a safe harbor for refugees, and a symbol of hope for people seeking a better life, the Statue of Liberty provides an ideal backdrop for our urgent message.

• We will come dressed wearing green (your own coat, sweater or t-shirt over warm layers) to signify our unified call for climate justice and a swift transition to renewable energy.

• We will take a group photo in front of the Statue of Liberty (to be distributed internationally via social media).

• We’ll share our selfies using: #ProtectWhatYouLove;  #ClimateJusticeNow and #KeepItInTheGround hashtags and invite our friends to do the same from their most beloved locations.

Please reserve your place now — and make your place in history.

TICKET PRICES:

Note: The ticket price reflects the face value of the Statue of Liberty Ferry ticket (full fare or senior rate)  which we have bulk purchased for the event.  We hope to be able to offer reduced price or free tickets for those who need them. Please donate if you can, and encourage donations from your friends!

(PLEASE NOTE – The original price of the ticket was set at $2 above the cost of the Liberty Island Ferry ticket to cover the cose of red ponchos, that we were providing to all participants in the orignial plan. We will be reaching our to all who paid the earlier price)

PLEASE READ THESE VERY IMPORTANT FAQs  —>>> scroll down

> Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Yes!   Participants may be asked to show photo i.d. to gain access through the Liberty Island security system.  Participantion from all age groups is encouraged – no longer requiring age 18 or above – but we do not have “child” rate tickets.

> Do I need any other ticket apart from my Eventbrite receipt for access to the event?

YES! You MUST have a Ferry Ticket! We have already bought tickets so you need to pick up from us, or see a 350 organizer on the morning before departure.

New Jersey participants will pick up their Ferry tickets at one of three designated sites in Northern, Central and South Jersey OR will be available from Rosemary at Liberty State Park at 9:00 am on Sat. Dec. 12. You will receive an email with instructions shortly after you place your ticket order. Any questions, email: info@350NJ.org

NYC participants will pick up their Ferry tickets on Wednesday, December 9, @4-7pm at 119 W. 23rd St.  9th Floor, Room 900 (Kuby Law)

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Please use public transportation or carpool.  At Liberty State Park, park at the lot with two brown ticket booths with sign that reads, “Parking for Liberty & Ellis Island.” Fee is $7 per car.

What can/can’t I bring to the event?

All visitors to Liberty Island must go through a metal detector at security, same as for an airport visit.   DO NOT BRING ANYTHING METAL OR GLASS (eg.  water bottles, pen-knives, nail files etc.)

Bring lunch or snacks.

Please DO NOT bring signs, banners, placards etc to this event.

Please DO bring cameras, water, snacks, warm clothes.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email: 350NYC@gmail.com In New Jersey: info@350NJ.org

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes.  We should stress that we need a certain number of people to make this work and we are relying on people to make a very serious effort to recruit someone should they be unable to come. If you do so please note that you MUST notify us of the change. Please email us:

New York: 350nyc@gmail.com   New Jersey: info@350NJ.org

Can I update my registration information?

Yes.  Please email with any changes.

New York: 350nyc@gmail.com   New Jersey: info@350NJ.org

What time will the event end?

We aim to be back to Battery Park by 12:30 and we have scheduled a press conference for 1pm.

Please Register Here.

Details

Date:
December 12, 2015
Time:
9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Cost:
Free – 0-1818
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