The 20th Annual Cesar E. Chavez March to Be Held This Saturday in Lubbock
This Saturday, March 30th, the Cesar E. Chavez Lubbock Commemoration Committee will be holding the 20th annual People's Honor March and Commemoration.
The theme for this year's march is "Courage Within."
From Los Hermanos Familia:
“We take pride in honoring this American hero who was a great example of courage, and who humbly stayed committed to nonviolence, and humanity,” said Martinez-Garcia, annual event organizer.“This march is significant, and we can proudly say that in the Lubbock community we have sustained Chávez’s legacy by holding this march for 20 years. It is a re-enactment of the initial march led by Chávez, more so, his most profound undertakings for the cause, which were inspired by his deep spirituality, and to peace and non-violence.”She said that all are invited to join community and student organizations, and many individuals committed to quality of life for migrant and farmworkers, religious organizations, and advocates of non-violence.
WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 30, 2019 (Shuttle service will begin at 12:15 p.m. from Cavazos Middle School (Drop spot for cars), to Canyon Lakes/Buddy Holly Recreational Area (Starting point of march), march will end at Cavazos Middle School.
WHERE: The march begins at N. University and Cesar E. Chavez Drive in Lubbock, Texas, to Cavazos Middle School parking lot, 210 N. University Ave.
For more information, you can visit Los Hermanos Familia.