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WINDY CITY TIMES
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BUNGALO's Outreach
2003-06-11
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When the KKK came to Berwyn Saturday, May 31, BUNGALO (Berwyn United Neighborhood Gay And Lesbian Organization)
participated in a prayer vigil against the KKK at the Presbyterian Church. The vigil was sponsored by around 20 groups, including
BUNGALO. Approximately 150 people participated in the prayer vigil, including 20 members of BUNGALO. On June 1 members of
BUNGALO joined about 40 others for a re-consecration and re-dedication of the skating rink in Janura Park. Photos from the prayer
service by Susan King |
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