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Virginia Beach Mavericks
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We are liberal and progressive activists, independent-minded people who stray from the norm, advocating for social justice, human rights, civil liberties, and individual freedoms.
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COVA Coalition is hosting a "Stop the Save Act" Day of Action with a Leaflet Every Door event, taking place from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday, May 17. Volunteers will meet at the Virginia Beach Education Association, 445 Kings Grant Rd. in Virginia Beach. Register at... www.mobilize.us/virginiagras...
The 9th annual Women's Summit, organized by women but open to all, will be held June 27-29 at the Hilton McLean in Tysons, VA. With main stage programming, breakouts, advocacy fair, surprises, and more, don't miss this year's event. For tickets and more information, visit networknova.org/ws2025/
The Friday Power Lunch Podcast, produced by Network NOVA, is recorded before a live Zoom audience every Friday from 12-1 pm. For the next show on May 16, we are told the guests will be the candidates for Lt. Governor and Attorney General. To register, visit... us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
A protest rally will take place this Saturday, May 17, at Shenandoah National Park’s Dickey Ridge Visitor Center, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Milepost 4.6 of Skyline Drive. The aim is to raise awareness about how slashed funding to National Parks is already affecting park services.
The Suffolk Democratic Committee is hosting a Downtown Suffolk Sidewalk Protest from 4-5 pm on Friday, May 16, at the corners of Main and Constance. This is a weekly "sidewalk protest" event on Fridays. Park behind the Suffolk Tourism Office. Sign up on Mobilize at www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... .
Join the Virginia Beach Democratic Committee for their "Democracy on Tap!" fundraiser from 6-8 pm on Friday, May 30. Join fellow Dems for an evening of celebration. All funds raised will be allocated to VBDC precinct operations. Registration is required at... secure.actblue.com/donate/democ...
Join the Virginia Beach Democrats for breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, at Black Eyed Peas Restaurant, 1005 Lynnhaven Mall Loop in Virginia Beach. Network and socialize with Democrats and listen to a special guest speaker covering the featured topic of "Mental Health Awareness."
On June 14, Trump will honor himself with a four-mile military parade in our nation’s capital. That same day, Women’s March is hosting Kick Out the Clowns, a nationwide day of action with grassroots street circuses across the country. Pledge to Mobilize... act.womensmarch.com/survey/kick-...
Williamsburg JCC Indivisible and Indivisible Essex are hosting a "Stop the Unlawful Abductions" Candlelight Vigil from 7:30–9 pm at the Williamsburg James City County Courthouse, 5201 Monticello Ave. in Williamsburg, VA. Sign up for this event at www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
South Hampton Roads Indivisible is hosting a peaceful rally supporting immigrants from 3-7 pm on Monday, May 5, at the corner of Granby St. and City Hall Ave. in Norfolk, VA. The rally will take place along the public sidewalks around the Fed Bldg. Sign up at www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
Join Indivisible from 5:30-6:45 pm on Thursday, May 8, at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Library, 700 Virginia Beach Blvd. Meet members of local organizations, hear about local campaigns, and ways to connect with your like-minded neighbors! Sign up to attend at... www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
The Virginia Beach Democratic Committee meets on the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. (unless otherwise noted). Join them on May 5 for a special presentation by Cheryl Smith, candidate for HD98.
SHR Indivisible CALL TO ACTION - Help change the outcome of the Weekly Poll that is usually included in Rep. Jen Kiggans’ Weekly Debrief email. Sign up to receive her newsletter at kiggans.house.gov/newsletter, ignore the MAGA nonsense, and then watch your inbox on Tuesdays to cast your vote.
Black Lives Matter 757 and JaPharii "The Stuff Dooer" Jones are hosting a "Mental Health Awareness Rally: Justice for Robin Hill" beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, May 3 at Mount Trashmore Park, 310 Edwin Dr. in Virginia Beach. Find more details at... www.facebook.com/events/61151....
The Suffolk Democratic Committee is hosting a weekly "sidewalk protest" rally event at the corners of Main St. and Constance Rd., every Friday, 4-5 pm. The next event is April 25. Park at the Suffolk Visitors Center, 524 N Main St. Sign up for the event at www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
Join the National Coalition for the Homeless for “Housing Now! A Day of Action” from 11 am to 2 pm on April 22, 2025, at the Capitol Reflecting Pool (east side of the pool, between the pool and the Capitol building) in Washington, DC. Visit p2a.co/ss7y6Zz to sign up for the DC Rally.
Black Lives Matter 757 is inviting the local community and beyond to join them at 3 pm on Saturday, April 19, at the City Center Fountain at Oyster Point, 740 Town Center Way, Newport News, for the official launch of the #SelfieForSuicidePrevention campaign and to honor those lost to suicide.
COVA Coalition is hosting a membership meeting from 6:30 to 7:30 pm on Monday, April 21, at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Sign up to attend at www.mobilize.us/virginiagras...
Help start a #ResistTrump chapter in Virginia Beach. Join us from 1-2 pm on Friday, April 18, online at a virtual meeting. To sign up, visit... www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

At this meeting, we'll discuss the ResistTrump philosophy and theory of change. And, ideally, plan an action!
On Friday, Virginia Delegate Michael Feggans (HD-97) was the only politician or VIP at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new VA Clinic in Chesapeake who came out to the protest line to visit with us...
The Unite for Veterans Coalition will hold a D-Day protest beginning at 2 pm on June 6, with mass mobilizations in DC and at every state capitol, city hall, and town hall across the nation. Sign up now for updates and stand in defense of veterans... www.unite4veterans.org
We need you to show up in opposition to this unnecessary action. The meeting takes place at 6 pm on April 15 at 2401 Courthouse Rd., Building 1, in Virginia Beach. If you would like to speak, please call the VB clerk’s office at 757-385-4303. However, just your presence is important.
May Day - National Day of Action - Join us on May 1, from 3 to 7 pm, at the intersection of Virginia Beach Blvd. and Independence Blvd. We are holding this protest rally at one of the busiest intersections during rush hour. Sign Up on Mobilize at… tinyurl.com/VBMayDay
Join together for 50501 Freedom Rising Rally: Continue the Revolution at 12 pm on April 19, at Richmond's Bell Tower, 101 N. 9th St. Prepare to lift up marginalized voices and stand strong for our freedoms! Sign up for this rally at... www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
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We attended the Protest Rally at the new VA Clinic Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony today in Chesapeake, VA. This new clinic is opening with just 25-30% of the required staff. Those numbers are not good enough. We need to take better care of our Veterans and the Veterans Administration!