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Process phases

1. 1
   05/21/2021 - 08/03/2021

   Construction

   In its first phase, The People’s Bus invites New Yorkers to reimagine and transform a retired NYC Department of Corrections vehicle into a vibrant and welcoming mobile civic engagement and community center.

2. 2
   08/04/2021 - 09/06/2021

   The People's Festival

   Our three vehicles: The People’s Bus, the Ice Cream Truck of Rights, and the Inside Out photo truck will create a space for both activities programmed by the CEC and activities that will be led by community based organizations and local leaders.

   5 Borough Tour of the People’s Festival, where we will host events, performances, educational workshops and share resources in collective celebration of resident engagement. 

   DATES AND LOCATIONS:

   • FRI 8/20, Brooklyn ALBEE SQ (launching with the Public Theatre)
   • FRI 8/27, Staten Island STAPLETON
   • SUN 8/29, Queens JACKSON HEIGHTS
   • FRI 9/3, Manhattan WASHINGTON HEIGHTS
   • SUN 9/5, Bronx FORDHAM PLAZA