Take a seat near Elese and discuss rest. Where do you find respite? Is rest important to you? Are you allowed to rest? What won't you rest for? She will turn your brief conversation (or silence) into a short poem, written on the spot, for you to keep. You Can Rest Here is an objection and response to Sonya Staley's arrest last August for resting on a bench at Ziegler Park, she was charged with disorderly conduct and banned from the park. On July 29, 2020, the ban was lifted, but she was sentenced to one year probation and community service. 

This occurrence will be socially distanced and mask mandated. A mask can be provided, if necessary.

This event is part of Elese Daniel’s Storycycle project. More information can be found here.