D17 Celebration at Winter Care Village Event - December 16th

Dear Beloved Community,

You are warmly invited to join us at the Winter Care Village hosted by Punks with Lunch on Saturday, December 16th, from 11 am to 4 pm. The event will be held at the park across from Eli's Bar in Oakland, near 35th and MLK. We are gathering our community to this event in honor of 'International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers' to remember and celebrate the sex workers we have lost this past year.

Event Details:

• Location: Park across from Eli's Bar, Oakland (near 35th and MLK)

• Date and Time: Saturday, December 16, 11 am - 4 pm

• Hosted by: Punks With Lunch + Rogers & Rosewater Soup Kitchen

At the Care Village, various community members and organizations will provide supplies and services, including acupuncture, haircuts, HIV/HEP C testing, clothes, food, and harm reduction supplies. The atmosphere will be laid-back with music, offering a comfortable space for everyone to enjoy their food in the center. The park is wheelchair accessible and includes an ADA-compatible port-o-potty. After the event, we invite you to gather at Eli's for further community connection.

BAWS Participation:

• BAWS will have a table offering information and harm reduction supplies.

• BAWS T-shirts will be available for purchase.

BAWS D17 Gifting Altar: We invite you to help us celebrate December 17th by participating in our 'Gifting Altar.' In remembrance of the sex workers we've lost and to show love and protection to those still with us, bring an offering to share. This could include sweets, flowers, personal adornments, clothing, crystals, mirrors, unused makeup, nail polish, gift cards, or other meaningful items. Please also come prepared to receive an offering.

Join us for a day of care, community, and celebration. Your presence and contributions will positively impact the well-being of our Bay Area community.

We eagerly anticipate your presence!

With Solidarity + Love,

BAWS