About the event
Many teenagers turning 16 years old throw big "Sweet 16" parties. MTV has even created a TV program about the phenomenon of lavish parties. I want my 16th birthday to be different and make a difference rather than being just another "Sweet 16" party. That's why I'm throwing "Sixteen Candles for Soldiers." It's an event that is meant to honor and respect our troops by showing our support for them. We plan to demand they get the benefits they deserve and that they be brought home from this war we were lead into by liars. Every day brave Americans are dying as a result of this Administration's actions. It's up to us to demand the truth and accountability. Join me on October 21, 2006 at the State Capitol Steps in Montgomery, Alabama, and we'll show the Bush Administration what real support for our troops looks like.
We will protest and have a candle light vigil in honor of the fallen. There will be live music and speakers at "Sixteen Candles for Soldiers," so bring a friend or a whole crowd. If you are a musician or speaker who is interested in being part of Sixteen Candles for Solders please contact us.
Help us fund Sixteen Candles for Soldiers by donating. Even the smallest contributions help. Be sure to check out other ways you can help with the event by clicking "Get Involved" from the menu above.
We will protest and have a candle light vigil in honor of the fallen. There will be live music and speakers at "Sixteen Candles for Soldiers," so bring a friend or a whole crowd. If you are a musician or speaker who is interested in being part of Sixteen Candles for Solders please contact us.
Help us fund Sixteen Candles for Soldiers by donating. Even the smallest contributions help. Be sure to check out other ways you can help with the event by clicking "Get Involved" from the menu above.
When and where
Join us on the Alabama State Capitol steps in Montgomery, Alabama, on October 21, 2006 beginning at 4pm. The Alabama State Capitol is located at 600 Dexter Avenue. For directions please click here.
Who is Ava
Ava Lowery is the 15 - soon to be 16 - year old peace activist from Alabama behind "Sixteen Candles for Soldiers" and the website, PeaceTakesCourage.com. She has created many videos that show the multidimensional tragedy of the Iraq war- losses of brave young soldiers to American families, and loss of innocent civilians in Iraq. Poignant and raw, Ava's youth and sincerity has attracted support from a broad base of both soldiers and activists.
Musicians and Speakers
Below is a list of musicians who will be performing live and speakers who will be sharing with us at the event. If you would like to be a part of Sixteen Candles for Solders please contact us.
Ian Rhett
Sound System Gravitas
The Agency
Coyote Wandering
Stanley Adkins
Rachel Furr
Maggie Louie
Ian Rhett
Sound System Gravitas
The Agency
Coyote Wandering
Stanley Adkins
Rachel Furr
Maggie Louie