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| | | | | | Tuesday Protest on The CommonTuesday, April 7, 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.
Contact: Vera2847@gmail.com |
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| | | Vigil in PutneyThursday, April 9, 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, April 10, 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: 3:30 pm, 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, April 10, at 3 pmOrganizer: Vera RileyThe Common, Park Place, BrattleboroOn every Friday 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.
Contact: vera2847@gmail.com |
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| Kurn Hattin Overpass Visibility BrigadeFriday, April 10, at 3:30 pm Organizer: 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!
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, April 11, 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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ICE Out VermontFriday, May 8 Organizer: ICE Out Vermont Alliance Location: Taylor Park, North Main Street, St Albans City
The ICE Out Vermont Alliance, a consortium of affinity and action groups from across Vermont — including Brattleboro — invites Vermont organizations and all Vermonters to join a statewide “ICE Out Vermont” campaign, demanding that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) immediately cease their illegal conduct.
We demand that ICE/CBP adhere to human rights, moral rights, and constitutional law immediately. We will present these demands to ICE/CBP by letter and in-person.
A large legal demonstration will take place at Taylor Park, and a peaceful, non-violent sit-in will take place at the St. Albans CBP offices.
Training is available. Brattleboro Affinity Groups are being formed. Car pools are being discussed.
Contact: blindcommissioner@comcast.net
Website: https://iceoutvt.org/ |
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Action Planners Wanted
Between eight and nine million people across the nation and untold thousands more across the globe went to the streets for No Kings III last Saturday. Many locally appreciate the hard work and consistency of Indivisible Brattleboro, which has drawn in large numbers of members and is a vibrant base of concerned, active people.
But help is needed for the next big event.
Many of those who have organized the Brattleboro actions are taking a step back after over a year of steady work. They are looking for people to step up to take over the organization of future marches.
The person who has temporarily agreed to this leadership task is Eesha Williams. A journalist and author, he lives in Dummerston and writes in The Valley Post. There is more available about him here: https://valleypost.org/about . Williams can be reached at eeshawilliams@gmail.com. He is asking for others to step up and join him. He said he is also willing to let someone else take the lead if they wish and he would be a willing helper.
“This is a good opportunity to make our future marches even more powerful, effective and magnetic in drawing in participants,” according to Dan DeWalt, the leader of the Resistance Band that has been a fixture at many marches. “Many folks have voiced frustration that the marches in Brattleboro have been confined to the sidewalks. Eesha’s goal is to move future actions into the streets. This can be accomplished in more than one way and we will need a group of people to work together to realize this ambition. Please contact him if you want to be instrumental in moving our resistance to the next necessary level,” DeWalt said. He continued:
“Even as Trump spews his illegal executive orders and careens from one destructive action to another, his power is already weakening. His false promises about inflation and keeping us out of war have enraged millions of Americans and even a portion of his MAGA base is starting to sour as they are bombarded by his bilious bluster.
“We’ve known that this is a marathon and not a sprint. But the Trump tide is reaching its zenith and will soon start to turn our way. Please consider stepping up. Contact Eesha. Dig deep and discover your capabilities. Working together on actions to save our Republic is hard but extremely rewarding work, building solidarity with others, making a change and creating ways in which others can join our struggle for what is right and true.
“And, this coming Sunday, come out once more and let them know that we are not going away. We will not rest until there is justice in the nation.” |
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| | | | Indivisible Brattleboro Monthly MeetingSaturday, April 4, at 10 am Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Location will be shared with members via newsletterUse contact link below to signup
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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ACLU Spring Know Your Rights Training and potluckThursday, April 9, at 6 pm Organizer: ACLU Vermont Location: Brattleboro Area Middle School, 109 Sunny Acres in Brattleboro
In the face of the federal government’s ongoing efforts to divide and demoralize us, it’s more vital than ever that we come together, meet our neighbors, understand our rights and how to assert them, and show up for our democracy.
As mentioned, this is a potluck, so please bring a dish if you’d like!
We’re hitting the road this spring to partner with organizations and Indivisible chapters across the state to deliver Know Your Rights trainings focused on interacting with immigration enforcement and protest rights.
After eating we’ll go over constitutional rights and responsibilities when interacting with law enforcement, as well as protest rights. There will be time for community building and getting to know your fellow participants.
Register here: https://secure.ngpvan.com/cZpHVpelrkWQ5RnI91sY9g2
Contact: info@acluvt.org |
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Indivisible Greater Falls Monthly MeetingSaturday, April 11, at 10:30 am Organizer: Indivisible Greater Falls Location: 24 Main St. Community Building, Saxtons River
We’re a local chapter of the national Indivisible organization. We join together to protect constitutional rights for citizens and immigrants, support social and economic justice for all, and work toward an inclusive democracy for future generations.
We have four working groups, enabling members to lead and contribute to activities that most interest and energize them: Supporting and partnering with local rapid response teams in response to ICE targeting members of our community Voter engagement, election protections and policy influence at both federal and state levels Raising awareness within our communities and pushing back against disinformation Organizing actions such as protests and other visibility events
Our monthly meeting is an opportunity for members to connect, share updates, and plan future actions. We welcome people from towns surrounding Rockingham, including nearby NH towns.
Contact: indigreaterfallsvt@gmail.com
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| | Progressive Party Town and County Committee meetingSunday, April 12, at 3 pm Organizer: Brattleboro Town Committee, Progressive Party Location: 16 Bullock St, Brattleboro
Regular meeting. Become acquainted with Progressive Party. Largest third party in US.
Special guest Heather Thomas, director, Vermont Progressive Party; assistance developed for Progressive Party state candidates or those interested. Discussion of state legislation including pending H772 (landlord/tenant agreements). All welcome.
Contact: agavespoon3@gmail.com |
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Palestine Film SeriesSunday, April 12, at 4 pm Organizer: Southern Vermont for Palestine Location: Latchis Theatre
The third annual Palestine Film Series opens with the Oscar-shortlisted film ‘Palestine 36.’ This epic drama brings to life a pivotal period in history, the Great Arab Revolt of 1936. Screenings will be followed by moderated conversations. The Latchis Theatre is accessible. Masking is requested. Admission is by donation.
Contact: shanaf@sover.net
Website: https://www.svt4palestinefilmseries.org
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| Good Trouble Street Choir Monthly GatheringTuesday, April 14, at 6:30 pm
Organizer: Becky Graber, Good Trouble Street Choir Location: Our usual rehearsal spot. Contact Becky to know.
An unexpected date. After that we have a gathering on Sunday May 3, a prep for the Friday May 8 action.)
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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| Benefit Concert for VAAPSaturday, April 18, at 7pm Organizer: Seymour Sisters Location: The Hall in Williamsville
Seymour Sisters are giving a concert to raise money for the Vermont Assylum Assistance Project, (VAAP), one of the primary organizations in VT providing legal information and representation for immigrants. |
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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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| | | WeCAN FinancesSome generous donations had been covering our costs. At the start of March we were ahead by $19.46 . During the month we had expenses of $69.49 and no donations leaving us $50.03 in the red.
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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