PEACE IN THE PARK

In the tradition of peace building, Peace in the Park brings together individuals and groups who are crafting a culture of peace, justice and community.

During the 2009-10 school year, students at Centennial Elementary School in Loveland constructed a paper chain with each link describing an act of kindness observed throughout the year. The project was part of Rachel's Challenge, a program created in the memory of Rachel Scott who died in the Columbine shootings.

By focusing on positive experiences, the students created a "chain reaction of kindness" long enough to circle the entire school. It is small initiatives like these, occurring at the local level, that ultimately lead to a more peaceful world -- and that we seek to showcase in our Peace in the Park Festival.