WHO WE ARE.
The Ashburnham Democratic Town Committee (ADTC) advocates for every person to have equal access to opportunities, autonomy, and inclusion. As the local democratic town committee, ADTC shares common goals with the Massachusetts Democratic Party. We seek justice, equality, civil rights, equity, and the quality of life for all individuals. We recognize and support the rights of all persons, regardless of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or economic status. We pledge to support Democratic leaders who will ensure that our government is a strong, inclusive democracy.
THINGS OF INTEREST
WWIN ACTIVITIES
WACHUSETT-WATATIC INDIVISIBLE NETWORK
BRAVER ANGELS WORKSHOP
Sunday, Aug 16th, 1- 3 pm, Winchendon Housing Authority's Ipswich Community Room (108 Ipswich Dr., Winchendon). The next weeks are going to challenge us in many ways, and that likely includes talking to people who don't understand the current authoritarian takeover as deeply as you do. WWIN has invited volunteers from Braver Angels to lead an interactive workshop to help each of us reflect on and work through our own polarization, preparing us to have better conversations in these situations.
Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/depolarizing-ourselves-registration-
1991517459331?discount=BRAVER&aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true (Registration is free using the code "BRAVER".)
BE BRAVE VISIBILITY BRIGADE
The Visibility Brigade organization is running Be Brave Days: Profiles in Courage, a month-long visibility action honoring those who have shown true bravery in the face of fascism in the U.S. over this past year. VB groups across the country will present the message BE BRAVE LIKE (name of hero) at their overpasses and share the stories of these heroes and their successes. The goal is to inspire more people to be brave in the face of tyranny — and, in November, to show up at the polls in droves.
Join WWIN on the overpass in Westminster on Sunday, August 30 from 2:00–3:30pm with the message BE BRAVE LIKETHE SURVIVORS. The Epstein survivors have been fighting for justice for a long time. We are going on the bridge to honor and join them in their demand for accountability and respect.
Register on Mobilize: https://www.mobilize.us/wachusettwataticindivisiblenetwork/event/1004765/
WWIN PLANNING MEETING
Our next Open Member Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September 12 at 11:00 am at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner. Help us prioritize and plan actions geared at protecting our democracy and supporting our communities.
Register on Mobilize: https://www.mobilize.us/wachusettwataticindivisiblenetwork/event/1001040/
CONSTITUTION EVENT
WWIN is hosting a Constitution refresher with Professor Kyle Hull from Fitchburg State University. Several of us have heard him speak and learned a lot from his lively presentation.
The event will take place in the Eloranta Room at Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster, on Tuesday evening, September 29. More details coming soon — save the date!
Fight for
Freedom, Democracy, Humanity.
GET INVOLVED!
Monthly Morning Gathering for Local DTCs.
Second Wednesday of every month, 8:30 AM at the Westminster Senior Center Meeting Room, 69 W. Main Street. Hosted by the Westminster and Ashburnham DTCs.
Drinking Liberally. Hosted by Sterling DTC. A monthly event for casual conversations at Chocksett Inn. If interested, contact Clare for the date and time.
Register to Vote
https://ashburnham-ma.gov/343/Voting-Information
EVERY WEEK
Saturday's 9 AM - 10 AM (summer hours)
Peaceful Standout in Support of Immigrants.
Uptown Rotary, Gardner (North End, Elm St)
Sponsored by All Are Neighbors.
Note: revised email: allareneighbors@yahoo.com
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.pgp?id=61571667538353
Wednesdays 11 AM-1 PM,
Bearing Witness at the Burlington ICE Field Office,
1000 District Ave.
Burlington, MA
https;//indivisible-ma.org/bearing-witness-at-ice/
EVERY MONTH
Second Saturday Standout 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Fitchburg City Hall, hosted by Fitchburg Indivisible
Third Saturday Standout 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Ashburnham Town Hall, hosted by Ashburnham DTC
Fourth Thursday Standout 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Westminster, hosted by Westminster DTC.