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He also covers mental health. This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, The sky above Los Angeles State Historic Park in Chinatown will be dotted with color Saturday with the annual Kite Festival. The festival had its beginnings as a joyful protest in 2021, back when a proposal for a Dodger Stadium gondola included cutting through the airspace above the park.
Organizers say last year’s Kite Festival drew a crowd of about 7,000.
“The Kite Festival, some people, it’s their favorite day in Los Angeles,” said Sue Bell Yank, executive director of Clockshop, the nonprofit arts org that runs the festival. “It’s the time when they really feel connected to their city. More so than any other time. ”If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report.
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