Urge Mayor to Include Muslim Holiday in NYC Public Schools

(NEW YORK, NY, 6/16/10) – One the one year anniversary of the city council vote (50-1) in favor of Muslim holidays, CAIR-NY, as part of a diverse coalition of more than 80 interfaith, civic and labor groups is urging the NY community to attend a rally and demand that Mayor Michael Bloomberg incorporate Eid in NYC public schools.

See: Eid in NYC NOW!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWSxwXWM7D4

The Coalition of Muslim School Holidays, the group whose advocacy effort lead to the passage of Resolution 1281 on June 30, 2009, is expecting hundreds to turnout in support, including elected officials.

What: Muslim Holidays Rally & Press Conference

When: Wednesday, June 30th at 11am

Where: Steps of City Hall

Take the 4, 5, 6 to City Hall/ Brookyln Bridge or 2, 3 Park Place or A, C, to Chambers or R, W trains to City Hall

Contact: For more information, contact fali@cair.com or meligyxxi@yahoo.com.

Immediate ACTION REQUESTED: (Please post, copy and distribute widely)

1. Demand. Join us on June 30th to demand that Mayor Bloomberg incorporate Eid in the NYC public school calendar.

2. Support. Make announcements at your local mosque and community centers urging them to come out to the rally.

3. Share. Invite your friends and family to do the same by posting this message on facebook and twitter.

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