GrA Community Voices Update 067; events, boycotts, trainings, gatherings!
Grassroots Alexandria
June 28-July 4, 7 Days in DC
From: Metro DC DSA and FLARE
A weeklong series of civic engagement activities, public demonstrations, and cultural events designed to encourage direct participation in the democratic process during the lead-up to Independence Day. Bringing together activists, organizers, artists, comedians, musicians, and citizens for a coordinated week of lobbying, voter outreach, protest education, conversations with congressional candidates, and nightly performances. More info and the full schedule here:
Saturday July 4, Noon EDT, Join We the People in Washington, DC on July 4th!
From: We The People 250 and FLARE
We The People 250 is a coalition convening a March on Washington on July 4, 2026 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. Bringing together movements and organizations from across the country, the march is a peaceful, people-powered stand against authoritarianism and political violence, and a demand that leaders in every party stop accommodating it. The coalition takes its name from the first three words of the Constitution: We the People.
Together, we will mobilize a 700 foot We the People banner, a symbol of our common purpose. This image, created by Backbone Campaign, has toured the country collecting tens of thousands of signatures, appeared in multiple marches and actions, and has become an icon of our collective resistance and resilience.
Where: George Gordon Meade Memorial, 333 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001, across the street from National Gallery of Art East Building
(Let us know if you'd like to attend in a group with GrA!)
Friday July 3, 12-3pm EDT, Veteran Rally
From: We The People 250 and FLARE
July 3 marks the inflection point of the week. As the city swells with visitors, Seven Days in D.C. scales up its public presence. Gather at FLARE to hear from our lineup of twelve veterans. Nothing held back.
MC'd by Drill Sgt. Doug w/ Sol / Political Drain, the rally features voices from across the veteran community including BigSarge (Sons of Liberty), Liz Lotterhos (Common Defense / Black Veterans Deported of America), Lelaina Faye (Remember Your Oath), Thomas Sidle (FAFO / March for Democracy), Aiden Swallow (20-year veteran / Congressional candidate, Arizona), Gunny Speaks Out (Remember Your Oath), Matt Gordon (Remember Your Oath), Mike Ferner (Veterans for Peace), and Naveed Shah (Common Defense), with additional speakers to be announced.
Where: George Gordon Meade Memorial, 333 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001, across the street from National Gallery of Art East Building
Friday July 3, 5-6pm EDT, What Does Independence Mean to You?
From: Indivisible of Franconia
In preparation for the 4th of July and our 250th anniversary, join us to show what independence means to you. Bring your own sign or choose from one of our 4th of July themed signs. We’ll also have American flags up can wave.
Be sure to bring your water bottle and sunscreen (though we will have those as well.)
Where: Corner of Kingstowne Center Parkway and South Van Dorn, 5824 Kingstowne Towne Ctr, Alexandria, VA 22315
https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/980111/
Saturday July 4, 10am-12:30pm EDT, Declaration of Independence banners at the July 4th Parade
From: Indivisible
The Declaration of Independence Banner Brigade will be returning to the Palisades (DC) July 4th Parade, building on our award-winning debut last year! Join us in carrying our handmade banners, featuring the iconic words of the Declaration ( banners can be carried easily by 1 person) . The cheers from the crowd were amazing last time, and we expect it to be even more special in honor of the 250th!
Where: 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy NW, Washington, DC 20007
https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/971439/
Saturday July 4, 10am-1:30pm EDT, March with USUA in America’s 250th Anniversary Parade in DC!
From: US Ukrainian Activists (USUA)
March with US Ukrainian Activists (USUA) in America’s Historic 250th Independence Day Parade on July 4th in Washington, D.C.!
For the second year in a row, US Ukrainian Activists (USUA) is proud to represent the Ukrainian-American community in America’s Independence Day Parade, marking the 250th anniversary of America’s independence — a historic milestone celebrating freedom, democracy, and the enduring spirit of liberty.
Together, we honor the shared values of Independence, Liberty, and Democracy — ideals cherished and defended by both the United States and Ukraine.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2765624530470146/
Saturday July 4, 2-5pm EDT, AMERICA AT 250 RULED BY A FASCIST REGIME: TRUMP MUST GO NOW RALLY & MARCH
From: RefuseFascism.org
On this July 4, the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Trump/MAGA fascists are celebrating their vision of freedom—the freedom to dominate and erase others, hunt down nonwhite immigrants and throw them into concentration camps, disenfranchise and brutalize Black people, subjugate women and LGBTQ people, and commit crimes against humanity with impunity.
Where: Logan Circle Northwest & P Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20005
Monday June 29, 5pm EDT, Moral Monday — Moral Witness in the Public Square
From: Repairers of the Breach
The assault on voting rights and democracy at home, and the daily war on the poor demand our prophetic witness.
Some things are not about left and right, conservative versus liberal — they are about right and wrong. They are about whether we will preach and speak the truth, and
whether we believe in the collective power of nonviolence to end every form of violence.
Beginning on June 8, Repairers of the Breach and our partners will gather in the shadow of power to declare a different word: Stop the war. Protect voting rights. Stop the attack on the poor.
We invite you to stand with us.
Where: Washington DC; RSVP for location
https://secure.everyaction.com/8g6cVsvspEKzB8sd6jCG0g2
Wednesday July 1, 1-3pm EDT, America at 250: NO TO WHITEWASHING HISTORY
From: RefuseFascism.org
Speakout & Press Conference against the fascist whitewashing of history.
On this July 4, the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Trump/MAGA fascists are celebrating their vision of freedom—the freedom to dominate and erase others, hunt down nonwhite immigrants and throw them into concentration camps, disenfranchise and brutalize Black people, subjugate women and LGBTQ people, and commit crimes against humanity with impunity.
Where: National Museum of African American History and Culture, 1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/977993/
For more events, boycotts, and trainings, see our full list posted here!
Events are organized by others and reported here as an expression of support for democracy.
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