Peace groups stage inauguration protestsPeace groups stage inauguration protests
While Republicans revel in the inauguration of President George W. Bush for his second term today, local peace groups will stage two demonstrations to protest both the lavish celebration in Washington and the policies of the Bush administration.
An outdoor vigil designating today an unofficial "day of mourning" will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in front of the entrance to the Hannaford supermarket on Route 9W in Kingston.
Members of the singing group Voices for Peace will attend, as well as members of the anti-war group Women in Black. Artwork protesting the ongoing war in Iraq will be displayed.
Another event, titled "Songs of Hope and Mourning: A Hudson Valley Inaugural Protest," will take place from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Pauline Oliveros Foundation in Kingston. The event will feature musicians, poets and other performers.
Both events are free, organizers said.