“Nobody in the world, nobody in history, has ever gotten their freedom by appealing to the moral sense of the people who were oppressing them.” ― Assata Shakur |
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| | | | | | | | | Tuesday Protest on The CommonTuesday, May 19, 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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Citizens Bank STOP financing ICE detention prisons!Wednesdays, May 20, at 3:30 – 4:30 pm Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Putney Rd., Brattleboro near Citizens Bank
We demand Citizens Bank STOP financing ICE prisons. We will stand on the sidewalk every Wednesday with appropriate signs raising public awareness to the inhumane detention conditions.
According to the Valley Post in Brattleboro on April 24, two people were arrested for non-violent civil disobedience. The protesters blocked the entrance to Citizen’s Bank. Police arrested Dan DeWalt and Tim Kipp. In a voice phone interview on April 29, DeWalt told the Valley Post, “We aren’t going to allow corporations to do business as usual when they’re doing evil. We don’t have anything against the workers or the customers.”
DeWalt and Kipp are asking the public to support them at their initial court date: June 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Windham Superior court in Brattleboro. DeWalt can be reached at 1dandewalt@gmail.com.
Contact: jjmgreenbean@proton.me
Website: https://www.de-icecitizensbank.org/ |
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| | Vigil in PutneyThursday, May 21, 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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| | | Friday Protest on The CommonFriday, May 22, 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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| I-91 Friday Overpass Protests Fridays, May 22, 4 to 5 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.
Every fourth Friday of the month we join over 30 standouts on I-91 overpasses from Hartford, CT, through Massachusetts and reaching far north into Vermont for the collective Overpasses for Democracy Standout!
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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| Kurn Hattin Overpass Visibility BrigadeFriday, May 22, 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, May 23, 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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| | Citizens Bank STOP financing ICE detention prisons!Wednesdays, May 27, at 3:30 – 4:30 pm Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Putney Rd., Brattleboro near Citizens Bank
We demand Citizens Bank STOP financing ICE prisons. We will stand on the sidewalk every Wednesday with appropriate signs raising public awareness to the inhumane detention conditions.
Contact: jjmgreenbean@proton.me
Website: https://www.de-icecitizensbank.org/ |
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| Soup & Stories: Farmer & Farmworker EditionWednesday, May 20, at 5:30 pm Organizer: Rural Vermont & Vermont Workers’ Center Location: Newfane Church Fellowship Hall, 11 Church St., Newfane
This is an opportunity for farmers and farmworkers to come together over soup and salad to discuss issues that affect the ability to thrive in farming. Farmers and farmworkers who are impacted by things such as the cost of healthcare, the effects of climate change, the impact of farmland regulations, the challenges of seasonal work, and any other concerns are invited to share experiences and to talk about ways to take action together to create change.
RSVP suggested to help the organizers plan (but not required): https://forms.gle/q8af7KmdMD2sQFH67
Contact: windham@workerscenter.org
Website: https://workerscenter.org/ |
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Indivisible Brattleboro MeetingSaturday, June 6, at 10 am Organizer: Brattleboro Indivisible Location: 18 Town Crier Drive, Brattleboreo, VT 05301
Indivisible Brattleboro is having its next group meeting on June 6, 2026. We’re a local chapter of the national organization Indivisible.org – fighting for democracy, resisting fascism, and fighting for 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.
We are encouraging those wishing to attend bring a non-perishable food item for the host organization that we share space with. Beloved Community assists our local community with food that are experiencing food scarcity.
Please sign-up for our newsletter at indibrattleboro@gmail.com for additional news and last-minute updates for meeting announcements.
Contact: alan.brosz@gmail.com |
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| Good Trouble Street Choir Monthly GatheringMonday, June 8, at 7 – 8:30 pm
Organizer: Becky Graber, Good Trouble Street Choir Location: Our usual rehearsal spot. Contact Becky to know.
We gather monthly now to sing together and become familiar with the protest and community building songs that we sing. Use the contact link below to be put on the Good Trouble e-mail list.
Contact: wecanvt@gmail.com |
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Summer Social Justice CampThursday, Friday, and Saturday, Aug 13, at 9:30 am Application deadline is June 15thOrganizer: Youth4Change and Education Justice Coalition
Location: Root Social Justice |
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| Center, 28 Williams St, Brattleboro
This is a camp for youth ages 12-19 interested in social justice. Each day will offer a variety of workshops and activities designed to support youths education, growth and joy as they develop social justice skills and youth leadership. Workshops will align with Youth 4 Changes core values of Art, Action, Education, and Healing while prioritizing youth, BIPOC, Queer, and historically marginalized communities. There is an option to donate or attend for free. Apply by June 15th.
Contact: youth4change@therootsjc.org
Website: https://edjcoalitionvt.org/events/summer-social-justice-camp-windham |
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4th Annual Bellows Falls Pride Whistlestop TourSunday, June 14, at 12 pm Organizer: Bellows Falls Pride Location: Bellows Falls Train Station
Celebrations at Amtrak stations from St. Albans to Brattleboro, VT. Participants will gather to wave flags and show support as the train passes, with the Bellows Falls event occurring from 12:00–12:30 p.m. LGBTQ+ folks and allies are welcome to bring Pride flags and queer-supportive signs. In honor of beloved community leader Susan MacNeil, the Bellows Falls Pride Movie Festival will feature LGBTQ+-themed films at the Bellows Falls Opera House. “The Hours” will be shows on June 3 and “Victor/Victoria” will be shown June 24. Tickets are $6.
Contact: indigreaterfallsvt@gmail.com
Website: www.BellowsFallsPride.com |
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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 April we were $50.03 in the red. During the month we had expenses of $49.49 and no donations leaving us $99.52 in the red at the end of April. Donations are appreciated. We have received a $50 donation since then. Thank you.
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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