The late Congressman John Lewis was inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. in the early 1960’s when the movement for civil rights was beginning. He became a Freedom Rider, spoke at the March on Washington in 1963 and led the demonstration that later became known as "Bloody Sunday." In 1986 he took his fight for civil and human rights to Washington, DC and was elected to Congress, representing the people of Georgia. He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 and was one of the most respected members of Congress.
On Thursday, July 17th we will gather together throughout New Hampshire (and the nation) to honor the memory of the man who called for “good trouble.” Here is a list of statewide events, all of which promote non-violence:
Concord, NH
2:00 — 6:00 PM
New Hampshire State House
Conway, NH
4:00 — 6:00 PM
This event’s address is private. Click here for more info.
Dover, NH
3:00 — 4:00 PM
Dover’s “Good Troubles Lives On” protest. Click here for more info.
Franconia, NH
4:00— 5:30 PM
Sidewalks outside of the Franconia Post Office.
Jaffrey, NH
3:00-5:00 PM
Jaffrey Rite Aid corner. Click here for more info.
14 Peterborough St. (corner of Peterborough St. and Turnpike Rd.)
Collecting canned goods for the food pantry. Bring a lawn chair if needed. Water will be available.
Keene, NH
5:00-7:00 PM
Central Square
A community art project followed by a 1-hour rally celebrating John Lewis’ legacy of civil rights, social justice, and nonviolent activism.
Pizza and drinks will be available at 6 PM.
Hosted by “Keene Rally Coalition”
Nashua, NH
5:00 — 8:00 PM
Soldiers and Sailors Monument
Orford, NH
4:30 – 6:00 PM
Samuel Morey Memorial Bridge
Bridge St.
Peterborough, NH
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Routes 202 and 101 intersection, near 100 Grove Street.
Hosted by “We the People”
Plymouth, NH
6:00 – 8:00 PM
This event’s address is private. Click here for more info.
Portsmouth, NH
5:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Market Square
Upper Valley, NH/VT
4:30 PM — 6:30 PM
Veteran’s Park, Bridge St. & Maple St.
White River Jct, VT
Hartford, VT
Wolfeboro, NH
12:00 PM — 2:00 PM
Pickering Corner, 151 S. Main St.
Hosted by “Wolfeboro Area Peaceful Protest”
“We have been too quiet for too long. There comes a time when you have to say something. You have to make a little noise. You have to move your feet. This is the time.”
“If you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it.”
John Lewis