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MARCH AGAINST MONSANTO TAMPA

In May, we took part in the historic worldwide "March Against Monsanto," where hundreds of local citizens marched carrying posters and standing in solidarity with the over 52 countries making their voices heard. We march for our fundamental right to know what's in our food, to peacefully demand that our representatives in office reflect the voice of the people, and to bring awareness to the dangers of consuming genetically modified foods.

It's time to take it to the streets for the 2nd time on Saturday October 12th.

Local event FB page: http://www.facebook.com/MarchAgainstMonsantoTampa

Meeting Location:
Lykes Gaslight Square Park
410 N. Franklin Street
Tampa, FL 33602

The event starts at 11 AM and will have vendor booths set up along with parade theatrics, movie filming, games, face painting, and other activities prior to the march. The march will take place at 1:00 PM.

http://www.march-against-monsanto.com

The route for this event will both start & end at the same place and allow us to have an after party for those interested.

Also, the route has been designed to allow those who need/wish to go back to the park at the halfway point the opportunity to do so. For those who would like to continue the march, we will complete the full circuit.

If you're interested in public speaking or music playing after the march please contact us on Facebook so we can get you on the list and provide additional information.

Bring your signs, instruments and noisemakers, dress up as bees (www.beeagainstmonsanto.com), don't forget water even though there will be water provided at the park, snacks, blankets, sunscreen, strollers/wagons, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, etc.

Please spread the word about the event and help out where you can. Remember: "No one can do everything, but everyone can do something."

This is a collective and self-organized event. Please use the comments and/or ask to be admin to help with the organizing. 

Please RSVP to this event by visiting the following link: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/139712262868043/
If you are an organic/non-GMO business and would like to set up a free both at the event, please email us or send a message on Facebook.

Come be a part of history and help make a change.

See you at the march!!!

GMO A Go Go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDlmlXiuuDU
Celebrity March Against Monsanto Message: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyNsbj4duQ8
1st March Photo Slideshow: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ifa33dLp6OA

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