Tree-Planting-Ceremony-to-Honor-Parkland-Victims
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2018
Tree Planting Ceremony to Honor Parkland Victims
— In Memoriam of the Lives Lost —
WHO/WHAT: Join the City of Miami Beach for a tree planting ceremony in
remembrance of the one-year Parkland school tragedy on Thursday,
February 14 at 4:30 p.m.
In honor of the students and staff who lost their lives in the shooting, 17
trees will be planted by Miami Beach students in a serene area of
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Park on Ocean Drive.
“As a neighboring city heavily impacted by the tragedy, we’ve made it
our mission to stand in solidarity with the families affected,” shared
Mayor Dan Gelber. “Last year we marched to give them a voice; this
year, we’ll give life to their legacy.”
WHEN: Thursday, February 14 at 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Marjory Stoneman Douglas Park
231 Ocean Drive
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