BLACK LIVES MATTER VIGIL

 

 

 

 

 

 


Tuesday, June 30, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Get your hearts in Fox Park.
Wednesday, July 1, at 7:00 pm
Socially distant silent vigil in front of their homes


Please join Fair West Neighborhoods for a Black Lives Matter Vigil to show our solidarity and help keep the momentum for change at the forefront of social consciousness and continue moving toward a more just world.

On Tue, June 30, 2020, from 5 to 8 pm, participants are invited to Fox Memorial Park to obtain a “BLM I Care” paper heart to sign and tie on the fence of the tennis court. We will be distributing tea candles for the following day’s vigil. Neighbors are required to wear masks, and keep a social distance, and bring their own pen. There will be no gathering or speeches.

On the following day, Wed, July 1, 2020, at 7:00 pm, participants will come out of their homes for an 8 minute 46-second socially distant silent vigil by standing, kneeling, lying down, holding a candle, or any other method chosen to offer solidarity with the BLM movement.

After the 8 minute 46-seconds of silence, we ask that the participants Say their Names by reading names, in remembrance, of the black people killed in acts of racial inequality. We encourage participants to research these names and their stories before the event.

Download BLM Vigil Names (Word Document)

 

Top Eats in Fair West Neighborhood

Whether you already enjoy frequenting Fair West businesses or want to better appreciate what the area has to offer, get to know the neighborhood by supporting our most popular local restaurants, from a sushi bar to a hot dog spot.

 Created by Hoodline using local Yelp data to produce this ranked list of neighborhood businesses.

1. Fareast Fuzion

PHOTO: JOEY S. / YELP

Topping the list is the Sushi Bar, Chinese and Asian fusion spot Fareast Fuzion. Located at 5901 Central Ave. NE, it’s the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 168 reviews on Yelp.

On the menu, in addition to an extensive sushi selection, expect to find stir-fried dishes with pepper steak and sesame chicken, as well as soups, Thai curry dishes, noodle dishes, bento boxes and teriyaki bowls.

2. Kap’s Coffee Shop And Diner

PHOTO: SHANNON C./YELP

Next up is breakfast and brunch spot Kap’s Coffee Shop and Diner, situated at 5801 Central Ave. SE. With 4.5 stars out of 117 reviews on Yelp, it’s proven to be a local favorite.

The menu features a variety of American fare, including chicken fried steak, biscuits and gravy, Texas French toast, skillet potatoes and more.

3. Cafe Da Lat

PHOTO: CECILIA L./YELP

Vietnamese restaurant Cafe Da Lat is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 5615 Central Ave. NE, four stars out of 99 reviews.

Dig into appetizers like the frog legs and the crispy quail, or opt for larger entrees like stir-fried egg noodles, sugarcane shrimp or lemongrass chicken. Desserts like fried bananas, mochi ice cream and caramel flan are also available.

4. Sonora Dogs

PHOTO: BILLY A./YELP

Sonora Dogs, a food truck and Mexican spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 11 Yelp reviews. Head over to 101-199 Laguayra Drive NE to see for yourself.

The eatery serves up authentic Mexican hot dogs with onions, beans, bacon and a variety of sauces, as well as Tapatío-flavored Doritos.