GrA Community Voices Update 063; events, boycotts, trainings, gatherings!
Grassroots Alexandria
Monday May 18 (usually the 3rd Monday), 7-8pm EDT, What activists can do: Fix Media Now
From: The Media and Democracy Project
Join the Media and Democracy Project to better understand and respond to the factors that influence public opinion, voters and democracy. Each session we will activate on a current information-related subject to help Fix Media Now.
https://www.mobilize.us/mediademocracyproject/event/430177/
Wednesday May 20, 10am EDT, No More Business as Usual: Power Back to the People Mobilization
From: United for Democracy
Supreme Court justices just cancelled a May 20th appearance before Congress to ask for taxpayer dollars - just days after making decisions gutting voting rights and fair representation across the country.
Congress cannot treat this like business as usual.
At a time when people are struggling with rising costs, barriers to healthcare, and a political system that too often feels disconnected from ordinary people, Americans deserve accountability from the powerful institutions shaping our lives.
Where: Taft Memorial Carillon, 1 Louisiana Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
https://actionnetwork.org/events/no-more-business-as-usual-power-back-to-the-people
Wednesday May 20, 6:30-10:30pm EDT, Bra & Order: Civil Libertease | A Burlesque & Variety Fundraiser
From: DMVariety
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before The Honorable Callie Pigeon and Delilah Dentata are admonished to draw near.
Callie and Delilah, “Attorneys at Law”*, hereby summon you to a burlesque and variety “tribute” to crime, justice, and lovers of both!
This term’s docket features a roster of your favorite repeat offenders, all prepared to present the court with compelling bodies…of evidence!
And because justice and community go hand-in-hand, a portion of this show’s proceeds will be donated to Immigration Equality, a non-profit that provides direct legal services and engages in impact litigation and legislative and administrative advocacy to support and protect LGBTQ+ and HIV-positive immigrants and families.
Where: DC Comedy Loft, 1523 22nd St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20037
https://www.popville.com/events/bra-order-civil-libertease-a-burlesque-variety-fundraiser-24502/
Wednesday May 20, 7-8:30pm EDT, Love the Dolls, Hate the Patriarchy: Anti-Trans Legislation Teach-In
From: Harriet’s Wildest Dreams
Join HWD for an in-depth teach-in on the harmful anti-trans legislation coming out of the Trump administration.
Where: virtual
https://www.mobilize.us/hwd/event/950306/
Sunday May 24, 2-6pm EDT, @ Trade, DYKEFEST
From: https://www.instagram.com/dcdykemarch/
100% volunteer run, JOIN US!
Dykes Against ICE: Marching for Liberation
Masks required
Where: Trade, 1410 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
https://www.instagram.com/p/DXW3rWQjYfh/
Monday May 25, 11am-12:30pm EDT, Remember George Floyd Prayer Vigil
From: Free DC
Join the Boycott Target DC coalition alongside faith leaders for a prayer vigil on the 6th anniversary of George Floyd’s murder.
Local leaders continue to demand that Target acknowledge the harm it caused to the Black community with its rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion and collaboration with ICE.
Where: 3100 14th Street Northwest, DC, 20010
https://freedcproject.org/event-list/remember-george-floyd-prayer-vigil
For more events, boycotts, and trainings, see our full list posted here!
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Grassroots Alexandria
Sunday May 24, 9am, to Tuesday May 26, 7pm, 86 the Arch Vigil and Rally
From: Third Act DMV
Third Act DMV is holding an “86 the Arch” vigil from Sunday, May 24 at 9:00 am until Tuesday, May 26 at 8:00 pm. The three-day vigil and rallies will be held over Memorial Day, the most solemn day of the year at Arlington National Cemetery. We will use the significance of the day to protest the massive “Triumphal Arch”, planned by Trump to be the “biggest one” in the world, to honor “me.” We believe that this Arch violates the basic dignity of those who fell when protecting our country and is disdainful to all of us who support / believe in our democracy.Sunday, May 24 at 9:00 am through Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 pm
When: Sunday, May 24 at 9:00 am through Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 pm
Where: The Grassy Area above Watergate Steps near Lincoln Memorial.
https://actionnetwork.org/events/86-the-arch-vigil-rally--
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Grassroots Alexandria
Wednesday May 27, 11am-12pm EDT, Press Conference: Communities Over Corporate Influence
From: Progressive Maryland
Join Progressive Maryland, CASA In Action, JUFJ Campaign Fund, and MCEA next Wednesday for a press conference addressing the role of big money in Montgomery County politics and lifting up the urgent issues facing our communities.
At a moment when wealthy interests and outside spending are attempting to shape our local politics, we are coming together to make it clear that our communities, our schools, our housing, and our neighborhoods should be driven by the people who live here, not by whoever can write the biggest checks.
Where: 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910
https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/958429/
Fridays, noon-1pm EDT, Lunch Crunch
From: Indivisible
Join “LUNCH CRUNCH”: Every Friday at NOON! Every Friday at 12:00pm EST …. It's Where we recap the week and Talk about this crazy, crazy world!!!! .. It’s a Discussion with like-minded folks - join us!!
We'll give a recap of the crazy week and talk about what are we /you/your group doing ..actions we can take.. self-care ideas, it’s a conversation between attendees that is designed to be friendly and uplifting.
Where: virtual
https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/888232/
Saturday May 30, 10am-12:30pm EDT, Active Bystander Intervention in Mental Health Situations
From: DC Peace Team
An active bystander training teaches effective skills for assessing, de-escalating, and diffusing a problematic situation, such as intimidation, harassment, abuse, physical violence, etc. This practice session focuses on situations when a mental health challenge appears to be present and how to assess possible responses. An active bystander is someone who not only witnesses a situation, but takes steps to speak up or step in to keep a situation from escalating or to disrupt a problematic situation.
Where: Virtual (zoom link shared after registration)
https://www.dcpeaceteam.org/upcoming-training-events
Saturday May 30, 10am-2:30pm EDT, Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice
From: Free DC
Non-Cooperation Theory + Practice is Free DC's advanced training intensive on the key skills involved in effective non-cooperation. This half-day training will teach you what non-cooperation looks like on an individual level, a mass level, and how other movements have used these tactics effectively.
Where: location shared after RSVP
https://freedcproject.org/event-list/non-cooperation-theory-practice-may30
Sunday May 31, 2-5:30pm EDT, Serviceberry Day
From: Harvest Collective and ReDelicious
This is more than a harvest. It’s a chance to play, connect with the land, and be in community with one another during ReDelicious's normal weekly food distribution.
Together, we’ll:
Forage serviceberries at their peak
Engage AND COMPETE in simple acts of service with our community
Play, create, vibe, and chomp on berries
Share food, conversation, and joy
Whether you come to harvest berries in the week leading up, meet new people, compete to take care of each other, or simply be outside, you are welcome here.
Where: Edgewood Community Farm, 2304 2nd St NE, Washington, DC
https://partiful.com/e/uNi6VOfCdAftaiPqIZbr
Saturday May 30, 10am-12pm EDT, Civics in Action
From: Indivisible
Adopt-a-bill. Learn how to follow and influence legislation. Most people care about what’s happening in government—but aren’t sure how to get involved beyond voting.
This interactive workshop will show you how to follow real legislation in Virginia and take meaningful action—no prior experience needed.
Where: location shared after RSVP
https://indivisible.org/events/adopt-a-bill-learn-how-to-follow-influence-legislation/