Key dates: upcoming Tibet events on Beijing Olympic in August
07 August: Candle for Tibet
On the eve of the Beijing Olympic's Opening Ceremony UK Tibet Support Groups will be holding a candle lit vigil outside the Chinese embassy to coincide with international vigils organised by the Candle for Tibet group.
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Location: Opposite the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place, London, W1B 1JL
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For further information on the movement visit http://www.candle4tibet.org/en/
8 August - Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony
To mark the start of the Games, the Tibetan flag will be raised outside the Chinese Embassy in London at 1.08pm, to coincide with the Opening Ceremony in Beijing. We are asking people to wear black as a sign of respect for those who have lost their lives whilst struggling for the freedom of their countries.
Assemble from: 11.45am
Flag to be raised at 1.08pm to coincide with the start of the opening ceremony.
Location: Opposite the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place, London, W1B 1JL
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Volunteers needed!!
For this event we are looking for 216 volunteers to represent the 216 Tibetans who have lost their lives through demonstrating in Tibet since March this year. Volunteers will each wear a gag and hold a silhouette. If you would like to be one of these volunteers please email 216@tibetsociety.com with your full name and contact details.
13 August - Silent Protest
Full details to be released nearer the time.
Time: 6pm to 7.30pm
Locations: Opposite the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place, London, W1B 1JL
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15 August - Bike ride for Tibet
Join a peaceful bike ride through London to show solidarity with Tibetans during the Olympics.
Gather 6pm to leave at 6.30pm.
Location: under Waterloo Bridge, by the British Film Institute. Map
To end and disperse at the Chinese Embassy in Portland Place.
Bring Tibetan flags if you have any!
Saturday, 16 August - March for Tibet
Tibet support group coalition March from Chinese Embassy to Downing street.
Time: 11am to 1pm
Further details to be followed in due course
20 August - Tibetan Women's Protest
Full details to be released nearer the time.
Time: 6pm to 7.30pm
Locations: Opposite the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place, London, W1B 1JL
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Key dates for this week
Wednesday, 13 August - Silent Meditation Vigil
Meditation for Tibet outside the Chinese Embassy in London. Bring your own cushions!!
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Location: Opposite the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place, London, W1B 1JL
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Friday, 15 August - Bike ride for Tibet
Join a peaceful bike ride through London to show solidarity with Tibetans during the Olympics.
Gather 6pm to leave at 6.30pm.
Location: under Waterloo Bridge, by the British Film Institute. Map
To end and disperse at the Chinese Embassy in Portland Place.
Saturday, 16 August - March for Tibet
Show your solidarity with Tibetans inside Tibet by joining the March for Tibet.
Assemble: 11am outside the Chinese Embassy, 49-51 Portland Place London W1B 1JL
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March to start at 11:30am and to end at Downing Street.
Bring Tibetan Flags and banners!
Further details on other Olympic activities will be informed nearer the time.
We look forward to seeing you all.
With regards,
for UK Tibet Support Groups
Tibetan Community in Britain
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