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Grassroots Central Mass is joining with like-minded citizens all across our nation. By participating in this vigil on the Brookfield Common, we will demonstrate that we will continue to resist the forces that led to the insurrection a year ago. We will urge our elected leaders to pass legislation to protect our country from anti-democratic forces. Meet by the cupola on the Brookfield Common at 5:30. We encourage participants to wear bright orange or yellow for visibility near traffic. We will have candles and sand in paper bags for lanterns, candles in cups to hold safely, and a solar light…

Worcester's Center for Non-Violent Solutions is sponsoring a presentation by Michael Lawrence-Riddell and Bayeté Ross Smith. Teachers are especially welcome. Sign up for the Zoom webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZModOyspz4rGdNX1Tm0WFGDBTzvviAr6P3t

Join a Zoom presentation by Web Golomb, "The Energy Geek" based in New Hampshire. Your sustainable home can be both an economic and life-giving investment with huge potential upsides. Question-and-Answer time will be included in this presentation. Email climate@grassrootscentralmass.org to reserve your place in this webinar.

Join Us for an Arbor Day and Earth Day celebration on April 23rd at Wells State Park. Family-friendly events feature trail walks with stations explaining habitats along the way, environmental book giveaways along with the free tree seedlings, and fun activities for all ages. The Lady of the Wetland and the Stone Wall Story will make an easy trail walk memorable. The Stone Wall Story actually begins in the Ice Age and runs through the Napoleonic Wars in Europe to the woodlands we enjoy in New England today. Also planned are a children’s activity station and one demonstrating the need…

A resolution in support of changing the flag and seal of Massachusetts will appear on the annual town meeting warrant (Article 32). Please vote in favor of this article! More information is available at changethemassflag.com

A resolution in support of changing the flag and seal of Massachusetts will appear on the annual town meeting warrant in Barre. Please vote in favor of this article! More information is available at changethemassflag.com

On June 20, 2022, we will commemorate and explore the history, resilience, and culture of Black people in America. We encourage visitors to consider the historical and present-day significance of Juneteenth through interactions with guest speakers and performers as well as Old Sturbridge Village’s costumed educators. Engage in discussions and ask yourself “what can I do to further educate myself?” about the past and how it informs the present day. We will also welcome several special guests!

Support our LGBTQIA+ and local crafters and get more out of it than just a great feeling! Support our friends, further your knowledge, AND come away with something special!! Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear.

Presented by Tanya Neslusan, Executive Director of MassEquality! If you want to be an ally or simply learn more about our LGBTQIA+ Community for your own personal growth then this is an absolute must-see! Come! Learn! Shop! Support! Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear.

Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear

It's all about fun on this occasion. Dress to the nines or, if you don't, at least wear your dancing shoes! Come out and celebrate who you are! Bring your appetite for the full buffet and then some! Purchase tickets by check or cash at the Tavern in West Brookfield. You may also email Brookfieldsfightfear@gmail.com to reserve, where you may be directed to pay by Venmo to obtain your tickets. $35 per person.

We Are Here! Small Town Central Mass deserves to be Out and Proud too, so come and join us in celebration and liberation on June 25th, 2022! Small Town Pride is back again right in your backyard! Come see: - Live performers! From drag performers to local musicians and dance groups. - Vendors from the community and beyond. See what local queer businesses and organizations have to offer! - FOOD!!! Announcement on food to come soon!! Stay Tuned! For more information and announcements, follow @RuralJusitceNetwork on FB, Twitter, and Instagram