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SUMMARY:International Workers Day March!
DESCRIPTION:“International Workers’ Day”City and county authorities in Grand Rapids and Kent County are complicit with ICE in separating immigrant families.Movimiento Cosecha Michigan is calling for a GENERAL STRIKE on Friday\, May 1st to demand the adoption of sanctuary policies and an end to cooperation with ICE. NO work NO school NO shoppingAnd Join us in the march 12:00 pm Garfield Park (250 Burton St. GR) ABOLISH ICE SANCTUARY POLICIES PERMANENT PROTECTION\, DIGNITY\, AND RESPECT for all undocumented immigrants
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/international-workers-day-2/
LOCATION:Garfield Park\, 250 Burton Street SE\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260501T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260413T183819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T183819Z
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SUMMARY:May Day Bridge Protests - 3 Bridges!
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the May Day Strong day of protest by standing against the regime. Gather at any of these three bridges from 4:30 – 6 pm:– Hall Street at US131– Fuller Avenue at I-196– Veterans Memorial Bridge
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/may-day-bridge-protests-3-bridges/
LOCATION:Multiple Bridges in Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260205T185801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T185801Z
UID:3606-1777820400-1777827600@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest for Progress
DESCRIPTION:We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs\, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-for-progress-40/
LOCATION:Monument Park\, 1 Fulton Street\, Grand Rapids\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260417T165005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165005Z
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SUMMARY:Resistance Protest
DESCRIPTION:As of Monday\, April 20th\, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe’s is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm.  If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime\, this is one easy way to make a difference and to stand up for what you believe in. If what is happening is not what you may have voted for\, that is an excellent reason to join us\, even if you have never attended a protest before. We are a respectful\, welcoming group and believe in a non-violent approach to making change. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend or two with you.  Signs will be available to use during the protest if you don’t have one.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/resistance-protest-3/
LOCATION:Corner of 28th Street and East Beltline
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260502T191408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T191500Z
UID:4504-1777975200-1777978800@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Let's Get "Citizen" Ready for Action
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get “CITIZEN” Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week\, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. \n  \nJoin below: \n  \nhttps://bit.ly/PROACTIVE-Webinar
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/lets-get-citizen-ready-for-action-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260430T200758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T200758Z
UID:4471-1778068800-1778072400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protect Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sign or borrow one from us! \nEvery Wednesday.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protect-social-security-6/
LOCATION:Social Security Office\, 3045 Knapp St NE\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260428T172441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T172441Z
UID:4440-1778265000-1778272200@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest at Foxtail Coffee
DESCRIPTION:We are the Resistance. Stand up to Power. \nSupport SPARC in West MI standing up to the DeVos’s by protesting Foxtail Coffee in Grandville on 5/8\, Eastown on 5/22 and DeVos Place on 6/5.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-at-foxtail-coffee/
LOCATION:4389 Chicago Dr SW\, 4389 Chicago Dr SW\, Grandville\, MI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260205T185958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T185958Z
UID:3608-1778425200-1778432400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest for Progress
DESCRIPTION:We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs\, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-for-progress-41/
LOCATION:Monument Park\, 1 Fulton Street\, Grand Rapids\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260417T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165059Z
UID:4372-1778500800-1778504400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Resistance Protest
DESCRIPTION:As of Monday\, April 20th\, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe’s is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm.  If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime\, this is one easy way to make a difference and to stand up for what you believe in. If what is happening is not what you may have voted for\, that is an excellent reason to join us\, even if you have never attended a protest before. We are a respectful\, welcoming group and believe in a non-violent approach to making change. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend or two with you.  Signs will be available to use during the protest if you don’t have one.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/resistance-protest-4/
LOCATION:Corner of 28th Street and East Beltline
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260502T191443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T191443Z
UID:4506-1778580000-1778583600@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Let's Get "Citizen" Ready for Action
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get “CITIZEN” Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week\, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. \n  \nJoin below: \n  \nhttps://bit.ly/PROACTIVE-Webinar
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/lets-get-citizen-ready-for-action-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260430T200912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T200912Z
UID:4473-1778673600-1778677200@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protect Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sign or borrow one from us! \nEvery Wednesday.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protect-social-security-7/
LOCATION:Social Security Office\, 3045 Knapp St NE\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260205T190046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190046Z
UID:3610-1779030000-1779037200@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest for Progress
DESCRIPTION:We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs\, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-for-progress-42/
LOCATION:Monument Park\, 1 Fulton Street\, Grand Rapids\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260417T165232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165232Z
UID:4374-1779105600-1779109200@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Resistance Protest
DESCRIPTION:As of Monday\, April 20th\, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe’s is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm.  If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime\, this is one easy way to make a difference and to stand up for what you believe in. If what is happening is not what you may have voted for\, that is an excellent reason to join us\, even if you have never attended a protest before. We are a respectful\, welcoming group and believe in a non-violent approach to making change. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend or two with you.  Signs will be available to use during the protest if you don’t have one.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/resistance-protest-5/
LOCATION:Corner of 28th Street and East Beltline
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260513T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T175906Z
UID:4550-1779184800-1779188400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Let's Get Citizen Ready!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLet’s Get CITIZEN Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week\, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. \nScan the QR Code to join the Zoom!
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/lets-get-citizen-ready-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260430T201320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T201320Z
UID:4479-1779278400-1779282000@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protect Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sign or borrow one from us! \nEvery Wednesday.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protect-social-security-10/
LOCATION:Social Security Office\, 3045 Knapp St NE\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260506T182256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T182256Z
UID:4528-1779386400-1779391800@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Drinking Liberally
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the third Thursday of each month\, at 6pm at THE MEANWHILE!\nConnect with our inclusive group\, celebrating ALL individuals and groups among the political left\, paired with great brews and even greater conversation! Get to know your peers and allies\, and maybe even learn about a new effort or cause that you can help out!\nYou’ll find many folks you know and some new ones you’ll become fast friends with.\nEnjoy $3 MICHIGAN DRAFTS at a GR favorite and politically-aligned local business\, and feel free to BYOF(ood) from any neighboring spot! (Please clean up your food/packaging and leave it like a campsite!)\nBe sure to RSVP and we’ll see you there. Look for our group and/or reserved tables! (Inside when it’s chilly or wet – out back on the nicer days!)\n\n\nAbout Drinking Liberally:\nSince 2003\, Drinking Liberally chapters have provided liberals across the country a way to blend their social and political lives\, make friends\, dream and scheme\, get more involved locally\, and have fun along the way.\nWe believe that our political identity should be part of our regular lives. We take our politics where we gather\, socialize\, learn\, love\, and live. We create easy entryways into progressive political involvement\, where you can find a community that shares your values
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/drinking-liberally-15/
LOCATION:The Meanwhile Bar\, 1005 Wealthy Street
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260428T172654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T172654Z
UID:4444-1779474600-1779481800@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest at Foxtail Coffee
DESCRIPTION:We are the Resistance. Stand up to Power. \nSupport SPARC in West MI standing up to the DeVos’s by protesting Foxtail Coffee in Grandville on 5/8\, Eastown on 5/22 and DeVos Place on 6/5.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-at-foxtail-coffee-2/
LOCATION:1200\, 1200 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260519T193920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T194144Z
UID:4575-1779544800-1779548400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society Memorial Day Observance
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Plainfield Grand Rogue Historical Society and the Kent County Veteran’s Caucus in Honoring Veterans Fallen in Battle.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/plainfield-grand-rogue-historical-society-memorial-day-observance/
LOCATION:Charles Weldon Memorial Park\, 5767 W River Dr NE\, Belmont\, MI\, 49306
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260519T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T194500Z
UID:4583-1779552000-1779555600@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Honor Our Veterans in Cedar Springs
DESCRIPTION:Join our Cedar Springs Friends to Honor the fallen for Veteran’s Day.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/honor-our-veterans-in-cedar-springs/
LOCATION:Cedar Springs Veteran’s Park\, 17 Oak St\, Cedar Springs\, MI\, 49319
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260205T190225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190225Z
UID:3612-1779634800-1779642000@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest for Progress
DESCRIPTION:We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs\, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-for-progress-43/
LOCATION:Monument Park\, 1 Fulton Street\, Grand Rapids\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260417T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165318Z
UID:4376-1779710400-1779714000@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Resistance Protest
DESCRIPTION:As of Monday\, April 20th\, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe’s is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm.  If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime\, this is one easy way to make a difference and to stand up for what you believe in. If what is happening is not what you may have voted for\, that is an excellent reason to join us\, even if you have never attended a protest before. We are a respectful\, welcoming group and believe in a non-violent approach to making change. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend or two with you.  Signs will be available to use during the protest if you don’t have one.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/resistance-protest-6/
LOCATION:Corner of 28th Street and East Beltline
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260505T140414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T141113Z
UID:4510-1779807600-1779811200@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Frog-tifa Goes to the Airport
DESCRIPTION:Frogtifa Goes to the Airport: Protest ICE in the air and on the ground
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/frog-tifa-goes-to-the-airport/
LOCATION:Corner of 44th and Patterson\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260430T201154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T201154Z
UID:4477-1779883200-1779886800@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protect Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sign or borrow one from us! \nEvery Wednesday.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protect-social-security-9/
LOCATION:Social Security Office\, 3045 Knapp St NE\, Grand Rapids
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260128T163818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T163818Z
UID:3445-1779906600-1779908400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:“Let’s Talk Third Ward” with GR City Comm Perdue
DESCRIPTION:Join Grand Rapids Ward 3 City Commissioner Kelsey Perdue for her monthly virtual town hall “Let’s Talk Third Ward“! \nShe remains focused on doing the work\, protecting freedoms and civic participation\, and staying connected to our community.  Looking ahead\, she wants to make it easier than ever for the community to stay engaged. \nThese sessions are: \n\nJust 30 minutes once a month (less than 1% of your time)\nDesigned to keep you informed\, connected\, and engaged\nOpen and welcoming\, whether you join every month or on occasion\n\nDuring each briefing\, She will: \n\nShare key community updates\nFlag what’s coming next and what to watch for\nConnect local issues to the broader political landscape\nAnswer questions live\n\nIf you’ve joined before\, you know the value of these conversations. If you haven’t\, this is an easy place to start. One sign-up gives you access to the full year\, with reminders sent straight to your inbox. \nWe hope you’ll join her this year. Staying connected is one of the most important ways we can grow stronger together! \nRegister Here
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/lets-talk-third-ward-with-gr-city-comm-perdue-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260519T194703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T194703Z
UID:4587-1780156800-1780160400@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Love your Neighbor Cedar Springs
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends in Cedar Springs as we celebrate how to Love Your Neighbor.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/love-your-neighbor-cedar-springs/
LOCATION:Corner of Cherry and Main Street Cedar Springs\, Corner of Cherry and Main Street\, Cedar Springs\, MI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T094702
CREATED:20260205T190303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190303Z
UID:3614-1780239600-1780246800@kentdems.com
SUMMARY:Protest for Progress
DESCRIPTION:We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs\, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/protest-for-progress-44/
LOCATION:Monument Park\, 1 Fulton Street\, Grand Rapids\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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