Events from August 8, 2024 – October 10, 2024 – Maine People's Alliance https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/events/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:28:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cropped-mpa_favicon-32x32.png Events from August 8, 2024 – October 10, 2024 – Maine People's Alliance https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/events/ 32 32 Norway Community Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/norway-community-meeting-13/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=1983 Join MPA members from the Oxford Hills and surround areas as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. Come hear more about what’s happened since our last meeting. We’ll have a special guest: Shenna Bellows, candidate for Maine Governor. This is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about ... Read More

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]]> Join MPA members from the Oxford Hills and surround areas as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. Come hear more about what’s happened since our last meeting.

We’ll have a special guest: Shenna Bellows, candidate for Maine Governor.

This is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about social action. Dinner is provided, and please RSVP!

Doors will open for food and socializing at 5:30. The Shenna Bellows town hall will begin at 6. The Community Meeting agenda will start at 7.

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]]> Shenna Bellows for Governor Phone Bank https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-phone-bank-12/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=1903 Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team making calls to voters to identify supporters and volunteers ahead of the June primary. We’ll hop on the line at 5 for a brief training, and then we’ll make calls together 5:15-7 and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. You will need ... Read More

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]]> Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team making calls to voters to identify supporters and volunteers ahead of the June primary.

We’ll hop on the line at 5 for a brief training, and then we’ll make calls together 5:15-7 and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. You will need access to a phone and a computer.

Direct outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here!

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]]> Kennebec Chapter Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/kennebec-chapter-meeting/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2335 You’re invited to join our upcoming Kennebunk County Chapter Meeting. This will be a great space for us to connect, share updates, and align on upcoming organizing priorities and opportunities to get involved. RSVP here!

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]]> You’re invited to join our upcoming Kennebunk County Chapter Meeting. This will be a great space for us to connect, share updates, and align on upcoming organizing priorities and opportunities to get involved. RSVP here!

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]]> Democracy Not Theocracy https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/democracy-not-theocracy/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2202 A training on how to recognize and resist authoritarianism and White “Christian” Nationalism Authoritarianism and White “Christian” Nationalism are closely linked and it’s up to us to expose that link and counteract it—for the good of our democracy and our faith. Because so-called “Christian” Nationalists and the authoritarian government they support threaten a foundation of our Constitution and our creed: ... Read More

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]]> A training on how to recognize and resist authoritarianism and White “Christian” Nationalism

Authoritarianism and White “Christian” Nationalism are closely linked and it’s up to us to expose that link and counteract it—for the good of our democracy and our faith. Because so-called “Christian” Nationalists and the authoritarian government they support threaten a foundation of our Constitution and our creed: belief in the sacred worth and equality of all people.

That’s why Maine Council of Churches and Multifaith Justice Maine are inviting you to attend this online training led by our national partners at Interfaith Alliance and get equipped to speak and act with the moral clarity this moment demands.

Adam Friedman of Interfaith Alliance who will lead this training says, “Faith communities have superpowers in this moment to make a real difference in unique ways. We will focus on showing what those superpowers are and how to activate them through interfaith nonviolent civil resistance.”

Adam and others from Interfaith Alliance will teach us how to refuse to cede ground to anti-democratic activists who think their “religious freedom” should be a license to hurt others. We’ll learn how to thwart their desire for social control, white supremacist beliefs, gleeful malevolence, and comfort with authoritarian violence.

At the end of the training, you’ll learn about next steps you can take right here in Maine, including a follow-up training that will be offered by Multifaith Justice Maine, a group led by Rev. Dr. Jodi Hayashida.

Because you believe authoritarianism is a spiritual crisis and betrays the divine call to love, justice, and humility, please join us for this important training. The Zoom link for this will be emailed to you prior to the start of the training. Please RSVP here!

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]]> MPA Federal Lobby Team https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/mpa-federal-lobby-team-25/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=1913 At MPA we believe that our power as an organization and a movement comes from Mainers from all walks of life being able to take part in our political process. That includes being able to meet directly with our elected officials to build relationships and lobby them on important legislation. Join fellow MPA members to learn more about important issues ... Read More

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]]> At MPA we believe that our power as an organization and a movement comes from Mainers from all walks of life being able to take part in our political process. That includes being able to meet directly with our elected officials to build relationships and lobby them on important legislation.

Join fellow MPA members to learn more about important issues moving down in Washington DC, how our congressional delegation is voting, get training on how to be a member lobbyist, and then connect with elected officials. RSVP here!

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]]> Cumberland County Chapter Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/cumberland-county-chapter-meeting-2/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2049 Cumberland County community meeting happening every first Monday of the month. This is a meeting for members to connect and learn about all of the things happening in Cumberland County that you could get involved in! RSVP here!

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]]> Cumberland County community meeting happening every first Monday of the month. This is a meeting for members to connect and learn about all of the things happening in Cumberland County that you could get involved in! RSVP here!

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]]> Lobby Team Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/lobby-team-meeting-3/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2088 Join the MPA Lobby Team monthly meeting to make your voice heard at the State House. You’ll get updates on priority bills, help plan lobby days and meetings with lawmakers at the State House and in their home districts, build your advocacy skills, and work with other members to take action on MPA priorities during the legislative session. RSVP here!

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]]> Join the MPA Lobby Team monthly meeting to make your voice heard at the State House. You’ll get updates on priority bills, help plan lobby days and meetings with lawmakers at the State House and in their home districts, build your advocacy skills, and work with other members to take action on MPA priorities during the legislative session. RSVP here!

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]]> Penobscot Valley Community Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/penobscot-valley-community-meeting-2/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2128 Join Maine People’s Alliance members from Penobscot and neighboring counties as we come together to move our work forward and take action locally. This gathering is a chance to connect with neighbors, build relationships, and be part of a growing community committed to positive change. We’ll check in with one another, share updates since our last meeting, reflect on recent ... Read More

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]]> Join Maine People’s Alliance members from Penobscot and neighboring counties as we come together to move our work forward and take action locally. This gathering is a chance to connect with neighbors, build relationships, and be part of a growing community committed to positive change.

We’ll check in with one another, share updates since our last meeting, reflect on recent actions, and discuss opportunities to get involved in the weeks ahead. All are welcome, whether you’re new to MPA or have been involved for years.

Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP.

Come for food and conversation starting at 5:30 pm. The meeting will begin at 6:00 pm.

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]]> Saco/Biddeford Chapter Meeting https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-chapter-meeting-7/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2012 Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here!

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]]> Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here!

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]]> Talking to businesses about what to do if ICE shows up https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/talking-to-businesses-about-what-to-do-if-ice-shows-up/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=2332 Unconstitutional workplace arrests by federal agents are on the rise across the country. As ICE agents continue to target Maine, federal agents are relying on people not being prepared in order to get away with unconstitutional searches. We need workplaces across Maine to be educated and organized so that unconstitutional searches don’t continue to work here. Join us to learn ... Read More

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]]> Unconstitutional workplace arrests by federal agents are on the rise across the country. As ICE agents continue to target Maine, federal agents are relying on people not being prepared in order to get away with unconstitutional searches. We need workplaces across Maine to be educated and organized so that unconstitutional searches don’t continue to work here. Join us to learn about how to talk to workplaces about steps they can take to make their workplaces safer from ICE raids. We will discuss how to find workplaces to talk to, what resources we should share, and what strategies they can utilize to minimize harm when federal agents show up. RSVP here!

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