The official Opening of the Beach Ceremony at Coney Island next Friday should have a colorful backdrop when a Save Coney Island demonstration takes place. The demonstration is happening at 10:30 AM on the Boardwalk, with demonstrators gathering at 9:45. Per the Save Coney group: “It will be a great opportunity to communicate our message.” The manifesto includes: “NO to High Rises in the Amusement District. . NO to Retail, Malls or Entertainment Retail in the Amusement District. NO to shrinkage of the Amusement District from 15 acres to 9 acres! YES to preserving Amusement Zoning in the Amusement District!! YES to keeping Coney Island the People’s Playground- providing accessible Amusements for ALL to enjoy!!” The group had a sign painting party this week. There’s more info available here.