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“When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”
― Audre Lorde” |
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| | | | I-91 Sunday Visibility BrigadeSunday, Feb 22, at 1-3 pm Organizer: Sponsored by Indivisible Greater Falls and Grafton Supporters of Democracy Location: Kurn Hattin Road near Wellington Hill East Rd., Westminster, VT
Join our growing group of concerned citizens. It will be cold, but joining others to express our anger over how “federal agents” are behaving in American streets fuels us.
If you can’t stay for a full two hours, no problem. Come join us for whatever time you can to encourage those passing by to join us in holding them accountable. We face north to engage with travelers heading south, many returning from a weekend in Vermont, as well as locals out enjoying their weekend.
Next week we will switch back to Fridays, weather and roadside conditions permitting. It’s really important to always think of safety first for our members and the drivers passing by to keep us in good standing with the whole community.
Contact for weather and other questions: samaher@vermontel.net
This website may have updates, but there is no need to register. |
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| Citizens Bank PicketingMon – Fri, Feb 23 – 27, 11 – 12 noon
Cancelled if it’s rainingOrganizer: Patriotic Response to Renegade Government
Location: Citizens Bank, corner of Rt. 5 and Chickering Drive |
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| Picket Citizens Bank to oppose money for ice prisons. We’ve been picketing Citizens Bank for four weeks. Maybe you’ve driven by and beeped your support. Please come and help increase our numbers! More people = more visibility for our message. Please bring signs related to Citizens Bank and ICE prisons. If you don’t have time to make one, come anyway! We have extras, or you can help hold up the banners! We’ve shared information with people who had no idea that CB was funding ICE prisons, and we’ve gotten names on petitions from account holders demanding a change in the bank’s policy.
We plan to continue this picketing until March 7, when there will be a region-wide protest.
Also, if you would like to help collect signatures on petitions (e.g. at the Coop, the Post Office, etc.), please let us know. We’ll set you up with petitions and partner you up with someone unless you prefer to go solo.
We will not engage in civil disobedience this week.
Contact: jjmgreenbean@proton.me
Website: https://www.boycottcitizens.org/ |
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| Tuesday Protest on The CommonTuesday, Feb 24, at 10:30 am Organizer: Vera Riley Location: The Common, Park Place, Brattleboro
On every Tuesday at 10:30 am for a half hour, there will be people to protest the illegal actions of the Trump administration at both the East and West ends of The Common in Brattleboro (which is on Park Place) from Route 30 to Putney Road.
If this time/place is inconvenient for you, consider starting your own protest area/time which works for you!
Contact: Vera2847@gmail.com |
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| Vigil in PutneyThursday, Feb 26, at 12 noon every Thursday Organizer: Janet LangdonThe Green, Putney
Vigil for Sanity and Compassion in Putney on The Green – Bring signs. Every Thursday from 12-12:30 pm.
Contact: jliesl@myfairpoint.net |
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| I-91 Friday Overpass Protests Fridays, Feb 27, 3 to 4 pm, all locationsOrganizer: Indivisible Brattleboro
Best location for many people:Brattleboro: Western Ave. I-91 Exit 2 bridge overpass
This is the best location for a large group of protestors. Do not park near the deli or block any neighboring driveways.
Other locations for banners, flags and fewer people:Vernon: Tyler Hill Road I-91 bridge overpassBrattleboro: Black Mountain Rd. I-91 bridge overpassPutney: I-91 Exit 4 bridge overpass. Do not arrive early or park in local business parking lots.
These gatherings will happen every Friday, weather and conditions permitting. Please check weather and overpass conditions beforehand.
If you want to be notified about possible changes, you can sign up here. But registration is not required to attend these gatherings.
Text of the original submission is available here.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
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| Friday Protest on The CommonFriday, Feb 27, at 3 pmOrganizer: Vera RileyThe Common, Park Place, BrattleboroNote the time change: On every Friday at 3 pm for a half hour, there will be people to protest the illegal actions of the Trump administration at both the East and West ends of The Common in Brattleboro (which is on Park Place) from Route 30 to Putney Road.
If this time/place is inconvenient for you, consider starting your own protest area/time which works for you!
Contact: vera2847@gmail.com |
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| Kurn Hattin Overpass Visibility BrigadeFriday, Feb 27, at 3:30 pm Organizer: Sponsored by Indivisible Greater Falls and Grafton Supporters of Democracy Location: Kurn Hattin Rd/I- 91 overpass Wellington Hill Road East & Kurn Hattin Road Westminster, VT
Join our growing group of concerned citizens to stand out in resistance to this out of control regime. Voice your opposition to the threats on our democracy, our communities and our environment! bring yourself, a friend, a sign, a banner, a flag flying high or upside down flag to signal our distress and support your community!
This is a return to Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 each week. If you can’t stay for a full two hours, no problem. Come join us for whatever time you can to encourage those passing by to join us in holding them accountable.
Action continues weekly, weather and roadside conditions permitting. We always think of safety first for our members and the drivers passing by to keep us in good standing with the whole community.
Contact for weather and other questions: samaher@vermontel.net
This website may have updates, but there is no need to register. |
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| Gaza ProtestSaturday, Feb 28, at 12 noon Organizer: Bert Picard and Nancy Braus Location: in front of Brattleboro post officeThis has happened every Saturday since November 2023 – and will continue as long as people are being killed.
Contact: nancy: vermontactivist@proton.me |
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| | | Multi-State Standout at Citizen’s BankSaturday, Mar 7, at 12:30 pm Organizer: Brattleboro Indivisible Location: 894 Putney Road Citizens Bank
Let’s do it again! Stand up with groups at over 50 Citizen Bank branches across the region to send them a clear message: financing The GEO Group and CoreCivic is bad for business. |
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| Citizens Bank says it’s committed to strengthening communities. But as nine other prominent Wall Street banks have ceased financing private prisons, like CoreCivic and the Geo Group, Citizens Bank has deepened their funding relationship.
The 2019 exodus of banks from the private prison industry in response to activism should be a reminder to us that our voices matter. Now it’s time to use them.
An interactive map of participating locations is available here.
Bring your signs specific to this protest: Cages Aren’t Communities; De-ICE Citizens Bank; Citizens Bank: Invest in Communities, Not Cages; End Mass Incarceration; Say NO to CoreCivic and The GEO Group; People Over Prison Profits.
Click here to read the text of the full submission.
A core principle behind all Indivisible Brattleboro events is a commitment to nonviolent action.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Website: https://www.boycottcitizens.org/ |
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| No Kings 3.0Saturday, Mar 28, at 10 am Organizer: Brattleboro Indivisible Location: Downtown Brattleboro – location TBD
Come for a fun, music-filled vibe! Bring your signs and silly costumes. No speakers scheduled ~ a rally, a march with songs and dance, street theatre and facilitated community conversations around town. What comes next? How to Plug in! How to Connect!
We are a small town, part of the sustained continuing national resistance movement against tyranny, determined to rejuvenate democracy. Our peaceful movement is larger than ever and continues to grow.
We will be sharing more information on location as the event gets closer!
Click here to read the full text of the submission.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Website: nokings.org |
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| Meetings, Education, etc. This Weekish |
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| | Hands off our Schools Organizing SummitSunday, Feb 22, at 10 am Organizer: Education Justice Coalition of Vermont Location: White River Junction area (location shared after registration)
At this event we’ll come together to build |
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| relationships, process what’s happening and participate in specific training that will support us to defend our communities and organize to protect against attacks on our public schools. We are planning to have skill-based training on sanctuary schools, planning a walkout, community organizing, and more. This is a free event with free childcare and free lunch service. This summit is for educators, youth (middle and high school or younger if interested), family members, and community members.
Public schools are strongholds of democracy, free speech, and community building, which is why the federal government and billionaires want to dismantle them. Repression is rapidly increasing throughout the country and we need to be prepared to defend and resist. We need to be ready to consistently keep our marginalized students and staff safe, protect our academic freedom, keep our schools funded, and get ready to act when our rights are infringed on. Contact: alyssa.edjvt@gmail.com
Registration website: https://edjcoalitionvt.org/events/volunteer-orientation-4-bl2t6 |
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Community Support for our Unhoused NeighborsDaily Volunteer Shifts, Meal Support, DonationsOrganizer: The Beloved Winter ShelterLocation: Beloved Community church at 18 Town Crier Drive
The Beloved Winter Shelter, an emergency overnight shelter, operates seven days a week from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. It has space for 15 people. This community-driven effort has brought local neighbors, clergy, nonprofits, and volunteers together to make this shelter happen. We now have 12 beds and can expand to 15 during a cold weather emergency.
We are currently seeking: Evening Hosts, Overnight Hosts and Morning Hosts
Click here to read the complete information.
It would be a great help to the at-risk and unhoused neighbors in our community if you would help us spread the word.
Contact: Eileen Glover eileenjglover@yahoo.com |
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Table at the Farmers’ MarketSaturdays 10 am – 2 pmOrganizer: Sherry MaherLocation: On the Winston Prouty Campus, 60 Austine Dr.
The market invites community organizations in for outreach in the later part of the season when there is available space. If you’d like to get on the schedule between now and the end of March, send us a few possible dates and we’ll take it from there.
As usual, vendors have priority, but the likelihood is high for room to get 1 or 2 organizations in most if not all weeks. No merchandise sales or direct fundraising are allowed, but share all the information you want!
Contact: farmersmarket@postoilsolutions.org |
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Indivisible Brattleboro Monthly MeetingSaturday, Mar 7, at 10 am Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Location will be shared with members via newsletter — contact us to sign up!
We’re a local chapter of the national organization – fighting for democracy, combating fascism, and fighting back in defense of our rights, our communities, and our values. We work through six action groups, enabling members to lead and contribute to activities that most interest and energize them. Our action groups focus on: Organizing direct actions such as marches, protests, sit-ins, and strategic boycotts Supporting and partnering with already existing local rapid response teams in response to ICE targeting members of our community Grassroots power-building, voter engagement, local coalition-building, and policy influence Raising awareness within our communities and pushing back against disinformation Building mutual aid networks and support structures Nonviolent protest, including direct action and potentially civil disobedience, in support of human rights, democracy, equality and access to government services
Our monthly meeting is an opportunity for members to connect, share updates, and take action.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com |
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| Legislative ForumSaturday, Mar 7, at 10:30 am Organizer: Brattleboro Legislative DelegationLocation: Brooks Memorial LibraryAs the Brattleboro Legislative Delegation gears up for the current legislative session these monthly sessions are an opportunity to meet the Brattleboro Representatives and discuss issues that matter to you. Topics will include healthcare, education, climate change, and housing. All are welcome to join your Vermont Legislators, hear from experts, and share your experiences.
These conversations are scheduled monthly on the 1st Saturdays from 10:30 AM – 12 PM. (Scheduled dates: 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, 5/2, and 6/6.)
Contact: emilie.kornheiser@vtleg.gov |
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| | Ready Response Team MeetingWednesday, Mar 11, at 5:30 pm Organizer: The Root Social Justice Center and Lost River Racial Justice Location: The Root Social Justice Center 28 Williams Street in Brattleboro |
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| A collaborative initiative of The Root Social Justice Center & Lost River Racial Justice, working together for community safety, support, and solidarity.
📅 Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
⏰ Time: 5:30p – 7:30 pm
😷 Masking: Masks on at 6 pm when meeting agenda beings
📍 In-Person: The Root, 28 Williams Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301
💻 Virtual Option: https://tinyurl.com/RootRRT
🍲 Potluck Style – Bring a dish to share!
The Ready Response Team (RRT) is a collaborative initiative of The Root Social Justice Center and Lost River Racial Justice (LRRJ) dedicated to supporting BIPOC, Immigrant, QTBIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ individuals and families facing identity-based harm or harassment. It is actively working to address important needs in our community. While we are not able to publicly share all the details of our organizing, we want you to know that meetings are happening, planning is underway, and meaningful work is being done. To ensure the safety of those we serve, much of this work must remain confidential and protected.
Lost River Racial Justice (LRRJ) is based in Brattleboro. It is committed to rural multiracial organizing to dismantle white supremacy and transfer power and resources to POC communities. As an all-white organizing group affiliated with Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ), we focus on education, action, and accountability to support and uplift POC-led organizations, voices, and experiences. Learn more about LRRJ at lostriverracialjustice.org
Contact: hip@therootsjc.org or call (802) 451-0499
Website: https://www.therootsjc.org/calendar#calendar-35bcdf5e-f730-4d23-b1f2-909b20c24a6e-event-fc788660-6309-540d-a5cb-f43ed9e3fb89 |
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| Nonviolence TrainingSunday, Mar 22, 9 am – 4 pmOrganizer: Justice For All Location: 118 Elliot St., Brattleboro
Justice For All, a working group of Indivisible Brattleboro, is sponsoring a day long nonviolence training in preparation for an upcoming statewide protest at an ICE/ CBP facility in northern Vermont.
We encourage people who are considering either civil disobedience or supporting others who will risk arrest to attend.
The large legal rally and nonviolent civil disobedience will occur on Friday May 8 in St. Albans, Vermont. All participants in the direct action will have nonviolence training and be members of affinity groups, to maximize likelihood of a smooth and peaceful event.
To date roughly 20 Vermont groups have signed on in support of this demonstration. We encourage folks, in the words of Thoreau, to “cast their whole vote, not a mere scrap of paper” in this fight against horrific human rights abuses committed by the United States Government.
To register for the training, please contact Leo Schiff at blindcommissioner@comcast.net |
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| Good Trouble Street Choir Monthly GatheringSunday, March 22, at 4 pm
Organizer: Becky Graber, Good Trouble Street Choir Location: Our usual rehearsal spot. Contact Becky to know.
That changed time will allow those who want to attend the Nonviolence Training sponsored by Justice for All (above) to do so. That training is for an event scheduled for Friday May 8 event in St. Albans that we will be participating in.
We gather monthly now to sing together and become familiar with the protest and community building songs that we sing. Contact Becky to be put on the Good Trouble e-mail list.
Contact: ragtime@sover.net |
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| | | | | Wear your IB hatOrganizer: Indivisible BrattleboroIndivisible Brattleboro now has hats available for $25. Cash and VENMO accepted. Send an e-mail to indibrattleboro@gmail.com |
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| Signs availableOrganizer: Indivisible Brattleboro |
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| | Another source for posters, signs and ideasJon Sachs, a Swing Blue Alliance member is pouring energy into a Trump Tragedies website that has a page devoted to free, downloadable 8.5 x 11 in. protest-themed posters. These are protest messaging that can be posted on America’s streets and easily shared by a website link could help get much more protest messaging in the public eye. Eighteen posters are now available on the site. There’s also an online suggestion box for additional posters that people think should be added. |
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| | | Some generous donations have covered our costs. At the start of January, thanks to donations, we were ahead by $103.44. During the month we had expenses of $69.49 and donations of $35.00 leaving us with $68.95 to apply to coming months. Thank you all.
WeCAN Calendar is goneWe tried a calendar you could view and/or embed. However, since it did not see much use we have discontinued it. If someone feels strongly about it and wants to volunteer to maintain it, please contact WeCAN. |
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Indivisible BrattleboroBrattleboro Indivisible is a local chapter of the national organization – fighting for democracy, combating fascism, and fighting back in defense of our rights, our communities, and our values. We work through five action groups, enabling members to lead and contribute to activities that most interest and energize them.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Website: https://groups.indivisible.org/?keywords=05301
Indivisible Greater Falls
A local Indivisible group for pro-democracy activists in Rockingham, Westminster, Athens and nearby towns. We are working in the areas of migrant support/rapid response, elections, education & outreach, and protests/visibility.
We welcome anyone who wants to help build a strong local presence in a national strategic movement to build a real democracy that upholds progressive values of inclusion, respect and fairness. Our group collaborates with other Indivisible and allied groups in Vermont to extend our reach and effectiveness. If you want to find hope in these difficult times, join us!
Contact: indigreaterfallsvt@gmail.com
Website: https://groups.indivisible.org/?keywords=05101
Indivisible All-In For Action, Putney, Vt.
For folks in Vermont who live in rural areas or places where there are no active Indivisible groups and/or cannot attend in-person meetings. Virtual meeting once/month, with weekly emails/calls to action.
Contact: allinforactionVT@gmail.com Website: https://groups.indivisible.org/?keywords=05346
Deerfield Valley IndivisibleWe are a group of concerned citizens and community members of the Deerfield Valley in southern Vermont. We are committed to giving voice to those who are marginalized, at risk, worried, etc… and to provide peaceful avenues for expressing our concerns and making change in our community, state and country.
Contact: DVVT.indivisible@gmail.com Website: https://groups.indivisible.org/?keywords=05342
Supporters of Democracy, Grafton, Vt.
Supporters of Democracy is an Indivisiible linked group that will work to protect the elections, work against the implementation of Project 2025, and support Democratic candidates for office.
Contact: supdems2025@gmail.com Website: https://groups.indivisible.org/?keywords=05141
Lean Left VermontJoin Lean left in the fight for free and fair elections! We do phone banks and other important work. If you have never done phone banking or don’t even like the idea, we invite you to come, watch, and listen as volunteers make calls. We guarantee you’ll be surprised.
Website: www.leanleftvt.org Contact: leanleftcvt@gmail.com |
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