League of Women Voters St. Petersburg Area is taking the lead organizing role for the weekly vigil outside of the Everglades Detention Facility (cruelly nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz”) on Sunday, Mar. 22 from 4:00-5:00pm. This is a peaceful gathering with a strict agreement to not engage with any counter-protesters. 
Round-trip coach bus transport from Pinellas generously underwritten by The Workers Circle. If you are able to contribute, please donate to their bus fund here:  https://secure.actblue.com/donate/twc-alligator-alcatraz-buses.

– Depart from Allendale United Methodist at 12:00 noon (3803 Haines Rd N, St. Petersburg, FL)

– Arrive at Everglades Detention Facility at 3:30pm (Mile marker 48 on US Route 41 in Ochopee, FL)

– Vigil from 4:00-5:00pm

– Bus will depart following the vigil, arriving in Pinellas ~9:00pm– A restroom is available on the bus- You may bring chairs/umbrellas for shade during the vigil- There is storage space underneath the bus for chairs, umbrellas, banners, signs, etc.- If you are bringing signs, please ensure they are non-partisan- Bring your own snacks, drinks, and provisions for the bus ride- Please bring ample water, sunscreen, and bug spray
As seats are limited, and we want to have as many people as we can, we are requiring an RSVP.

EACH PERSON MUST RSVP FOR THEMSELVES TO SECURE THEIR SEAT. 

Currently open to LWVSPA members only but additional seats may become available – email office@lwvspa.org for info.