Community members showed up in droves to the “In Solidarity With Palestine” vigil on Friday. The event organizers were surprised to see many people show up, an estimated 150 attendees. The event raised $1,353 that will go toward mutual aid organizations in Gaza, organizers said. Some of the funds raised came from cash.
Friday and Saturday events at the Downtown Chico City Plaza, at 132 West Fourth St, will honor and spread awareness for the lives lost in Gaza. A candlelight vigil will be held Friday 4:30-7 p.m. and a protest on Saturday at 2 p.m. There will be food and dessert stalls serving Palestinian delicacies.