Upcoming: "Party for the People" in Gowanus

There's going to be a "Party for the People" in Gowanus on Saturday, October 6, from 1PM-9PM at the very active and much promoted Yard on the Gowanus Canal. We got an email from the organizers in the wee hours of the morning about "A monumental Brooklyn-centric event is taking place IN GOWANUS on October 6th. Party for the People; an event to raise awareness of and involvement in the communities of Brooklyn." Here's some copied and pasted verbiage from the press release:

This event offers the opportunity for newcomers to Brooklyn as well as long-time residents to become more socially informed and active in their communities. Workshops will provide information about current local issues and initiatives. The showcase of speakers and performers will serve to inspire and empower people to become involved. The exhibiting local organizations will give people direct access to ongoing programs in Brooklyn.

Oh, and they asked us to tell you that while it's a party for the people, there's no liquor license, so the people have to bring their own in order to party. The Yard is at 388-400 Carroll Street, next to the Gowanus and the Carroll Street Bridge.