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“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 CommonTuesdays, 10/14, 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, 10/16, 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, 10/17, 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, 10/17, 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, 10/18, 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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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 two key speakers, 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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| Meetings, Education and Similar |
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| Phone bank power hourSunday, October 12, 4 pmOrganizer: Lean Left VtLocation: ZoomJoin Lean Left in the fight for free and fair elections! If you have never done phone banking or don’t even like the idea, we invite you to come, watch, and listen during our Sunday Power Hour at 4 pm as volunteers make calls each Sunday in October.
We will be making calls to recruit poll observers for Virginia’s elections this Fall. Poll observers are the eyes and ears on the ground, ensuring that voters can safely cast their ballots. We are also calling dedicated Democrats in Pennsylvania to make sure they vote for the retention of PA Supreme Court justices who are the bulwark against gerrymandering. These are super easy, friendly calls to Democrats — perfect for beginning phone bankers.
Come and see for yourself. We provide you with resource materials and training. You’ll learn about why we’re making these calls, how to use the dialing tool, best practices for handling the script, and more. The most important thing you’ll learn? You’re not alone! Lean Left VT is based in the Mad River Valley with participants from various locations in and out of Vermont, but mostly Vermont.
Sign up with this link: https://www.mobilize.us/leanleftvt/event/835683/
Website: www.leanleftvt.org
Contact: leanleftcvt@gmail.com
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| Sing for Democracy – Learn the songsSunday, 10/12/2025, at 7 pm on ZoomMonday, 10/13/2025 at 1 pm on ZoomFriday, 10/17/2025 at 5 pm at First Congregational Church in West BrattleboroOrganizer: Becky Graber, the Good Trouble Street Choir
Becky Graber is scheduling some Zoom sessions to teach songs for the Good Trouble Street Choir for the No Kings 2.0 rally on Oct. 18th because she really believes “in the importance of our mission as singers, and to be solid in the songs matters.”
Come yourself and invite friends, both to the zooms and to the rally.
At the hour-or-so-long zooms she will teach the new songs and review old ones using the updated Good Trouble Songsheet #3. Email Becky if you need a copy.
For Sunday at 7 register in advance here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/C6WEULoUSuaQIhZoCpOd2Q
For Monday at 1 register in advance here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DE-N_gyVQSuxuv_HtK_zZw
After registering for either or both, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
For the Friday rehearsal at 5 with the band meet at First Congregational Church in West Brattleboro. Parking in Academy School lot, and around the church.
Contact Becky at ragtime@sover.net
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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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| | World Food Day event Wednesday, 10/15/2025, at 5 – 6:30 pm Organizer: Action Corps Location: Centre Congregational Church, Brattleboro |
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| Join Action Corps for an evening connecting the local to global with a hands-on experience about food access inequality and an opportunity for action!
Supper will be provided downstairs at the church. Discussion will revolve around food inequality around the world and here at home.
Proceeds will benefit Action Corps’ work for a world where everyone has enough to eat. Suggested donation $10-$25 or more. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Contact: Karen.blanchardreddog@gmail.com
Website: https://www.fao.org/world-food-day/en |
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| One Million Rising – Resistance GatheringWednesday, 10/15/2025, at 6 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.
What you can expect: Real talk about the current political moment and why mass defiance matters A framework for understanding how key institutions (schools, workplaces, communities) can resist authoritarianism Small-group brainstorming on what defiance could look like in our own lives A chance to commit to a next step and connect with others doing this work
This is a space to meet like-minded people, build courage, and continue shaping the future we want.
Contact: indibrattleboro@gmail.com
Registration is requested. Please do so here.
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| | 2025 ARC Community Sports Event
& Black Youth Scholarship FundraiserSaturday, 10/18/2025, at 1 pm Organizer: The Root Social Justice Center Location: BUHS Sports Field |
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| The ARC (Asylum Seeker, Refugee, and Immigrant Community) program invites you to our second Community Sports Event — a day of fun, cross-cultural connection, and community building through sports. This year’s event will raise funds for The Root’s Black Youth Scholarship Fund!
Activity Schedule (Please arrive 15–30 minutes before the start of your activity) |
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1:00 – Check-in & Register
1:30 – Softball (45 min)
2:25 – Volleyball (30 min)
3:00 – Soccer (45 min)
3:55 – Running (20 mins)
4:20 – Tug of War
4:30 – Wrap-up & Pictures |
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| | Non Violent Direct Action (NVDA) TrainingSaturday, 10/25, 1 – 5:30 pmOrganizer: Steve Crofter and Laurel GreenLocation: Putney – contact registrar for details
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.
To register contact Mary Houghton, maryhotn@together.net (802) 363-0711
You can click here for more information. |
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BIPOC Legal Aid ClinicThursday, 10/30/2025, at 2:30 pm Organizer: The Root Social Justice Center Location: 28 Williams Street, Brattleboro |
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The Root Social Justice Center, in collaboration with Vermont Legal Aid, is proud to continue to host the BIPOC Legal Aid Clinic, a space offering free BIPOC-centered legal support open to all identities.
Support offered: Guidance on tenant rights and eviction support for tenants Help addressing unsafe or substandard housing conditions Support with clearing criminal records and navigating legal forms
These clinics are here to break down systemic barriers, promote equity, and empower our community with tools for justice, housing stability, and self-determination. They are offered every last Thursday of the month from 2:30 pm to 6 pm.
👉🏽 Note: While this clinic centers BIPOC communities, all identities are welcome to access support.
Contact: BTN@therootsjc.org or call Jeannette at Vermont Legal Aid 802-885-5181
Website: https://www.therootsjc.org/events/bipoc-legal-aid-clinic-october |
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Indivisible Brattleboro November MeetingSaturday, 11/1/2025, at 10 am Organizer: Indivisible Brattleboro Location: Location will be shared with members via newsletter — contact us to sign up!
Brattleboro Indivisible is having its next group meeting on November 1. 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 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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| | 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?
Here is a short video about the event: Call to Artists–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 15th
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 covered our costs. At the start of September, thanks to generous donations, we were ahead by $166.40. During the month we had expenses of $42.99 and received donations totaling $51 leaving us with $174.41 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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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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