Black Lives Matter Protest Rescheduled For Monday

NORTHBROOK, IL — A protest, being labeled as a Black Lives Matter/Justice for George Floyd event, scheduled for Friday in Northbrook has been postponed until Monday, according to the Village of Northbrook.

One of the event organizers, Northbrook's Sofia Thompson, told Patch that the rescheduled protest will begin at 4 p.m. at the corner of Cherry Lane and Western Avenue. She said donations will taken at the same location between 2-4 p.m. Monday.

"The goal of Monday’s event is to raise money and collect donations for organizations, as well as peacefully protest the systemic racial injustice that currently plagues our nation," Thompson said.

Participants are encouraged to wear a mask, stay hydrated and prepare to adhere to social distance guidelines, according to a flyer for the event.

"Event organizers have been in contact with the Village of Northbrook and Northbrook Police Department regarding the peaceful protest planned for [Friday]," Village President Sandy Frum told Patch Thursday. "The Police Department will have a presence at the event and organizers are taking the proper steps to hold a peaceful event with appropriate physical distancing and face coverings."

(A flyer for Monday's protest shared with Patch)

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