No Kings Day in Cheshire County - October 18

By Bobby Williams, 1 October 2025
No Kings
Flyer for “NO KINGS DAY,” organized by the Keene Rally Coalition, scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025. The event is described as “A Day of Peaceful Visibility Across Cheshire County.” The flyer features a light blue background, bold black text, and a red-orange circular logo in the top-right corner with the slogan “Stand for Democracy.” A yellow megaphone icon appears next to the title. Schedule of Events: - 10:00–11:30 AM: Keene NO KINGS Kickoff at Ladies Wildwood Park with speeches and donuts. - 11:30 AM–2:00 PM: Arts and family fun at Ladies Wildwood Park. - 12:00–2:00 PM: NO KINGS Swanzey at Potash Bowl Amphitheater, 621 Old Homestead Highway. - 12:30–2:00 PM: Route 101 Bridge Brigade at the Route 101 pedestrian bridge in Keene. - 12:30–2:00 PM: Route 9 Bridge Brigade at the Route 9 pedestrian bridge in Keene. - 1:00–3:00 PM: NO KINGS Jaffrey in downtown Jaffrey. - 1:00–3:00 PM: NO KINGS Ringe at the intersection of Routes 202 and 119. - 3:00–3:30 PM: Keene to Walpole Caravan, leaving Wheelock Park at 3:05 PM. - 3:30–5:00 PM: NO KINGS Walpole with live music and community gathering in front of L’Journey Chocolate on Highway 12, across from Dunkin Donuts. At the bottom, a red and black crown graphic with a red “X” symbolizes opposition to monarchy or authoritarianism. A call to action reads: “To find up-to-date information on these events, visit DemocracyNH.com/no-kings,” with a QR code in the bottom-right corner.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be coffee?

Yes, there will be coffee at the kickoff event in Keene.

Should I bring a sign?

Yes, bring a sign. Please keep it tasteful.

Should I bring baked goods to share at the kickoff event?

We wouldn't say no. If you want to bring something tasty to share, feel free to drop it off at the food tent. Please avoid nuts or other foods that would cause allergies.

Can I volunteer to help?

Yes, we have many roles to fill throughout the day, from set up to clean up, crossing guards and food service. You can sign up here to volunteer for Keene events. For other events, you will need to check with those organizers.

Where do I park?

For the kickoff event at Ladies Wildwood Park, you can park across the street at Wheelock Park or on local neighborhood streets. There is no parking on Arch Street or Park Ave.

For the Bridge Brigade over 101, use the following map to park:

 

For the Bridge Brigade over Route 9, here is the parking map:

 

For the event in Swanzey in front of the Potash Bowl, please park behind town hall, down the street out of the way, or on the edge of the High School parking lot.

 

Do I need to sign up ahead of time?

You can let us know you are coming for the Bridge Brigades:

Sign up to stand at the Route 101 pedestrian bridge in Keene

or 

Sign up to stand at the Route 9 pedestrian bridge in Keene

 

If there are counter-protesters, should I engage with them?

Please don't. Should you encounter a hostile attendee, we ask that you follow these guidelines:

  • Do not engage verbally
  • Ignore and/or move away
  • Maintain safe physical distance
  • Listen to instructions from event organizers
  • Safely document any hostile actions you witness with photos or video
  • Report threats of harm, vandalism, or physical altercations to local law enforcement and organizers 

Let's work together to keep everyone safe!

Anything else?

For questions, contact Bobby Williams - spikewilliams@gmail.com