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“Freedom is something you assume, then you wait for someone to try to take it away. The degree to which you resist is the degree to which you are free…” – Utah Phillips |
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| | | Tuesday Protest on The CommonTuesdays, 9/30, 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, 10/1, at 12 noon every Thursday Organizer: Janet LangdonThe Green, PutneyVigil 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 ProtestsFridays, 10/3, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, most, but not all, locationsOrganizer: Indivisible BrattleboroBest 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 5 – 6 pm Do not arrive earlier.Putney: 4 – 6 pm, Route 5 I-91 bridge overpass near Santa’s LandWestminster: 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Kurn Hattin Road I-91 overpass south of Exit 5
We are continuing protests every Friday. Thanks to all for the amazing turnout ! Let’s keep them growing !
Please do not park near the deli or any other business. For example, find parking on Brattle Street and areas east of the overpass on Western Ave.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Website: Click here for the “mobilize” version of this information. But note that registration is NOT required to attend.
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| Friday, 10/3, at 4:30 pmOrganizer: Vera RileyThe Common, Park Place, BrattleboroOn every Friday at 4:30 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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| Gaza ProtestSaturday, 10/4, at 12 noon Organizer: Bert Picard and Nancy Braus Location: in front of Brattleboro post office This 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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| | | Discussion of Megamining in EcuadorMonday, 10/13/2025, at 6 pm Organizer: Nick Biddle and Casa Interam Location: Centre Congregational Church, 193 Main St, Brattleboro |
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| Megamining has invaded Ecuador and threatens the most megadiverse environments on earth. When rural farmers protest, they are subjected to civil and legal abuse.
Peter Shear, founder and director of Casa Interam in Intag, Ecuador will describe the grassroots politics he has successfully employed to build the largest environmental and human rights organization in Ecuador. Casa Interam’s strategies hold lessons for climate activists everywhere, including here.
Contact: nickliv4@gmail.com
Website: https://www.casainteram.org/
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| One Million Rising – Resistance GatheringWednesday, 10/15/2025, at 6:00 pm Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: VT Center for Photography, 10 Green Street, Brattleboro
One Million Rising is a national effort to train one million people in the strategic logic and practice of non-cooperation, as well as the basics of community organizing and campaign design. At this community gathering, we will explore the current political landscape, the urgent need for mass defiance, and the “pillars” framework to understand how we can influence these foundational institutions. This is an opportunity to grow community connections, develop shared understanding, and get ready to take action together.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Registration is requested. Please do so here.
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No Kings 2.0 – Be the ChangeSaturday, 10/18, at 1 pm Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Start at The Brattleboro Common
Gather on The Common for one key speaker, songs and chants. Then march down both sides of Main Street on sidewalks led by music and singing. Hold a half-hour solidarity stand-out with chants and songs back and forth across Main Street. Distribute information on actions people can take. |
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| | No Kings 2.0 – Bellows FallsSaturday, 10/18/2025, at 1 pm Organizer: Rockingham activists + Rockingham Democratic Committee Location: Westminster & Church Streets
We will line both side of Westminster Street with our signs and voices to say No Kings in the U.S. The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.
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: supdems2025@gmail.com
Click here for the “mobilize” version of this information. But note that registration is NOT required. |
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Emma’s Revolution Benefit ConcertSaturday, 10/25, at 7 pm Organizer: All Souls Church Social Action CommitteeLocation: All Souls Church, 29 South Street, West Brattleboro
California-based, activist singer/songwriting duo Emma’s Revolution will perform a concert to benefit SoVT 4 Palestine and All Souls Church.
Get recharged, inspired and energized in community, justice and song! “In this intense and unprecedented time, when lives are on the line in Gaza and our rights, norms and democracy are on the line here in the US,” the duo says, “all of our voices are needed to create the country and the world we want to live in.”
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door, but no one will be turned away. Advance tickets are available on line at ascvt.org/SoVT4P and at Everyones’ Books on Elliot Street.
Click here to read the full submission.
Contact: George Carvill at family@carvill.net
Website: https://emmasrevolution.com/ |
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Guilford Democrats Reorganization MeetingSaturday, 9/27, at 9:30 am Organizer: Guilford Democratic Party Location: Guilford Town Office, 236 School Rd, GuilfordJoin the Guilford Democratic Committee for their biannual reorganization caucus.
Contact: info@vtdemocrats.org |
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Brattleboro Democrats Reorganization MeetingTuesday, 9/30, at 6 pm Organizer: Brattleboro Democratic Party Location: Brooks Memorial LibraryThe purpose of the meeting is to reorganize, revise membership, vote new officers and hold the first meeting of the newly organized Brattleboro Dems.
Contact: Elizabeth McLoughlin at mcloughlin.elizabeth@gmail.com |
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| Indivisible Brattleboro October MeetingSaturday, 10/4, 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 five 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
Our monthly meeting is an opportunity for members to connect, share updates, and take action.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com |
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| Non Violent Direct Action (NVDA) Training
Brattleboro, Friday, 10/10, 9:30 am – 3 pm
Bellows Falls, Sunday, 10/12, 1 – 5:30 pm
Putney, Saturday, 10/25, 1 – 5:30 pm
Pre-registration required for all trainingsSteve Crofter and Laurel Green are conducting a series of half-day nonviolent direct action (NVDA) trainings in Southeastern Vermont. They have decades of experience using nonviolent action. This is an early notice that they are offering NVDA training to increase the discipline and effectiveness of people trying to make a positive difference in climate, democracy, and social justice issues.
The training will include: Finding courage to act, The effectiveness of nonviolence, How to make social change in solidarity with others, And more!
The training is a great opportunity to bring together folks from many local movements including Third Actors, Indivisible folks, people working on Gaza, democracy, climate and immigration. All are welcome.
The October 10 training in Brattleboro starts at 9:30 a.m. and will end about 2:30 p.m., early enough to allow participants to join in either or both of the long-standing Brattleboro Friday afternoon protests on the I-91 bridge and at The Common.
The sessions in Bellows Falls and Putney will run from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Pre-registration is required for all sessions. Please register for the Brattleboro session using this link: https://wecantogether.net/nvda
Contact: wecanvt@gmail.com for Brattleboro information.
Two other session schedules are: Bellows Falls – Sunday 10/12, 1 to 5:30 p.m., registrar Linda Robinson, lindalrob@gmail.com (802) 463-3220
Putney, VT – Saturday 10/25, 1 to 5:30 p.m., registrar Mary Houghton, maryhotn@together.net (802) 363-0711
You can click here for more information. |
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| | | What Does Democracy Look Like?
Call for Artists!!Exhibit Sunday, 11/16, time TBADeadline for submissions is 10/15 Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Latchis Theatre, 50 Main Street |
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| Submit works in any medium, visual, literary, or performance, to explore democracy at the Latchis Theater.
This one-night event aims to uncover the heart and soul of democratic community through visual art, performance, storytelling, moderated community discussion and creative audience participation to address the question, What Does Democracy Look Like?
All pieces must be consistent with Indivisible Brattleboro’s core norms of respect, responsibility, and resilience, and fostering inclusive participation.
Deadline for submissions: October 5th
Read the full submission here. And detailed submission information here.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Click here to go to the event website. |
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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 helped cover our costs. At the start of August we were out-of-pocket $29.61. During August we had expenses of $33.99 but received very generous donations totaling $230 leaving us with $166.40 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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