Upcoming Events
Upcoming events are sponsored by various WNY activist groups. To submit an event your group is hosting, click below.
Weekly Protest in Hamburg, NY
Please join us in the circle of the intersection of Main and Buffalo Streets by Spot Coffee from 11am - 12pm EVERY Saturday to protest the actions of the regime.
Ice Out Now! Weekly Protest
Every Tuesday - occupation until ICE is brought to justice for the crimes they have committed.
STOP 🛑 ICE Brutality:
Silverio Villegas González Keith Porter Miguel Ángel García Renee Nicole Good
A core principle behind all Indivisible events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.
Concerned Clarence Neighbors and Residents
Join our weekly show of solidarity against Fascism and in support of human rights. We have been gathering since May 2020,
showing support for human rights in the midst of a rising tide of racism, greed, apathy, misogyny and white supremacy.
Northtowns Rise Up Weekly Protest (every Saturday 12-2)
Please join us at the corner of Brighton Road and Maple Road on Niagara Falls Boulevard from 12pm-2pm EVERY Saturday to protest the actions of the regime.
Postcard Writing and Rock Painting Party
Weekly event. All supplies provided. Great fun event to meet like-minded people and do productive activism. At the top level of Spot Coffee.
D-Day, National Day of Action Overpass Protests
Join us! Just show up with a positive attitude, a desire to save democracy, a love of honks and waves, and a thick skin for middle fingers and waving fists.
Locations:
Bring: banners or signs with big, simple messages drivers can read in a glance; big or small American, Canadian, Ukrainian, Palestinian, Venezuelan, Greenland flags; anything you may need, like water or a chair
Remember: Ignore the middle fingers and negativity coming from some of the cars below. For every one of those confused folks, you are providing hope to another 100 people!
Talking Affordability! Jamestown, NY!
A good life seems to be getting harder and harder to afford for most Americans. Our small cities and towns in particular are struggling. Hospitals are closing, housing costs are out of reach for many, and good paying jobs are becoming scarce. Each town has its unique difficulties.
Let's have a Community Conversation. Come talk with your neighbors and about what concerns you most. Decide as a group what questions to ask Aaron Gies, the Democratic Candidate for Congress in NY 23. What economic worries does the Representative for Jamestown need to understand heading into Congress in January 2027.
Doors open at 6pm. Please promptly get a refreshment to take to a table where discussion will begin by 6:15pm.
Overpass Protest - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Overpass Protest - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
In Person Postcard Writing
All materials are provided, including postcards, scripts, addresses, instructions, and stamps (while supplies last). No sign-up is necessary and there is no charge. This is a fun way to meet like-minded people and make a difference.
Overpass Protest - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Overpass Protest - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
WNY Peace Center & Power to the People- De-escalation Trainings
We offer de-escalation training for events held by WNY Peace Center and Power to the People NY. This will prepare you for protest marshalling/peacekeeping for our events and others. We ask that all our volunteers complete this course before attending any other classes we offer.
Overpass Protest - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
Overpass Protest - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Data Center Campaign Kickoff
Join us for food, presentations, networking, and learning about next actions. We are building Solidarity to focus on regulating the massive and potentially destructive build-out of data centers throughout the freshwaterways of WNY.
Power Mapping & Movement Building
Participants will explore power mapping to express concerns about the ICE offices at 250 Delaware, owned by Uniland Development. The latter half of the meeting will focus on drafting letters to individuals who have or may develop an interest in promoting ICE's eviction.
WNY Women's March May 16
End sexist exploitation and oppression, demand health care autonomy and pay parity - RIGHTS, JUSTICE, ACTION.
WNY Peace Center & Power to the People- De-escalation Trainings
We offer de-escalation training for events held by WNY Peace Center and Power to the People NY. This will prepare you for protest marshalling/peacekeeping for our events and others. We ask that all our volunteers complete this course before attending any other classes we offer.
Buffalo United Coalition Day of Action Conference
Join us and up to 30 unions and organizations to go beyond rallies and get involved with real community work!
Unions, faith communities, non-profits, and task forces will table and present opportunities for Buffalo United Rally goers to get more involved with critical community work! Because seating is very limited, if you attended a previous day of action conference please leave slots for new Day of Action attendees! Thanks!
Stand for Justice WNY Lawyers Defending Democracy Forum & Rally
The principles that are the foundation of our Democracy are under serious attack, and our legal community has an ethical and moral responsibility to respond—clearly, publicly, and with a united voice.
We invite you to join attorneys, law students and members of the legal community at a Forum and Rally affirming our shared commitment to constitutional governance, an independent judiciary, and equal justice under the law. This gathering is an opportunity for the WNY legal profession to stand together and demonstrate that the rule of law remains a foundational value of our profession and our Democracy.
Event: Stand for Justice
WNY Lawyers Defending Democracy
Forum & Rally
Rapid Response 101 Response Trainings
ICE and CBP are abducting your neighbors every day in BUffalo and the rest of WNY. What are YOU going to do About it?
Learning what to do if you see ICE and CBP at the Rapid Response 101 training.
Register using the link below.
https://cryptpad.fr/form/#/2/form/view/0QSBh-3+2SgeQ13XQq-oBVpWGSm4C6JHZWvomlHgwuM/
Community Conversations on the Impacts of Federal Actions to Western New York
Join us for a conversation about how federal cuts are impacting our community's critical programs and services -- both right now and in the years ahead. Residents and community groups are welcome to attend. PPG will start by presenting a new fact sheet on federal cuts and their impacts in Western New York. We will also hear insights from local leaders, and we'll connect with partner organizations that are resisting these cuts and protecting basic services for our communities. Join us on April 29th at 5:30pm at Trier Woods Independent Living Community Room at 10500 Bergtold Rd in Clarence, for food and fellowship, followed by a brief presentation and community conversation from 6pm-7:30pm. This event is free and open to the public. Please register here: bit.ly/PPGFederalForum
Southtowns Postcards for Change - every Tuesday
Write postcards to share your thoughts with our elected officials.
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
From the 1% to the 99%: Taking Back Our Future
Join our presentation/discussion on the critical fight for Grassroots Democracy locally and nationally: "From the 1% to the 99%: Taking Back Our Future"
Understanding Zoning in Erie County - How to Advocate for Change
Join Good Neighbors Getting it Done in Western New York on March 31 at 7 PM for a free, nonpartisan, informational workshop on understanding zoning laws in Erie County towns and villages. Register at https://bit.ly/GNzoning to get the Zoom info.
Buffalo No Kings 3 Rally
Join the Buffalo United Coalition on Saturday, March 28th at 11am in Niagara Square in downtown Buffalo for a rally and march, joining thousands of others across the country!
More No Kings 3 Rallies in WNY
We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.
What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.
When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.
On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
Tonawanda, 12-3, 1370 Niagara Falls Blvd. https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/910862/
Amherst/Williamsville, 1-3, 5583 Main St. https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/902993/
Lockport, 11-1, South Transit Rd. and Robinson https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/917488/
Niagara Falls, 1-3, Hyde Park, 3200 Pine Ave. https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/907335/
Springville, 1-3, East Main St. and Mechanic https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/907308/
Chautauqua (Northern), 3-5, 219 Central Ave., Fredonia https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/908803/
Chautauqua, 11-1, Chautauqua Institution, 67 Bestor Plaza https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/907023/
Olean, 2-4, Lincoln Park, 100 E. State St. https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/903486/
Look for more events here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Genesee Street
The WNY Overpass Bridge Brigade will hold high-visibility protests every other Friday at TWO locations over the I-90: the Cleveland Drive overpass and the Genesee Street overpass.
Overpass Protest - Promote No Kings - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Bipartisan Town Hall - Orchard Park
NY 23 needs a congressperson with a conscience. Not a rubber stamp for the President, which is what we have for our current leader.
Democrat Aaron Gies, a professor from Olean and Republican Jim King, an engineer from Owego, come together to discuss real representation for the district, starting with personal appearances. They are willing to do the real work around making life more affordable, opportunity more available and bringing back community pride. It starts with in person appearances all over the district. Answering questions from both sides of the aisle and everywhere in between. Trying to get all sides talking by presenting facts, not fiction, not hype.
If you are having any concerns or doubts about where the federal government, with Nick Langworthy's help, is taking America, come talk about it. As always Mr. Langworthy is invited but is unlikely to respond.
Doors open at 6:30 to meet candidates, sign in, submit questions and have a refreshment. Formal program will start at 7.
Sign-Making Party for No Kings Rally
Don’t have a sign? Attend the sign-making party at Dash’s on March 26th! Bring your friends!
Book Talk -- Judith Resnik
Judith Resnik, a professor at Yale Law School, will discuss her new book "Impermissible Punishments: How Prisons Became a Problem for Democracy." From the Publisher: "Exploring the interdependency of people in and out of prisons, Impermissible Punishments examines what governments committed to equality owe to the people they detain and argues that many contemporary forms of punishment need to end."
Bipartisan Town Hall Cuba
NY 23 needs a congressperson with a conscience. Not a rubber stamp for the President, which is what we have for our current leader.
Democrat Aaron Gies, a professor from Olean and Republican Jim King, an engineer from Owego, come together to discuss real representation for the district, starting with personal appearances. They are willing to do the real work around making life more affordable, opportunity more available and bringing back community pride. It starts with in person appearances all over the district. Answering questions from both sides of the aisle and everywhere in between. Trying to get all sides talking by presenting facts, not fiction, not hype.
If you are having any concerns or doubts about where the federal government, with Nick Langworthy's help, is taking America, come talk about it. As always Mr. Langworthy is invited but is unlikely to respond.
Doors open at 6:30 to meet candidates, sign in, submit questions and have a refreshment. Formal program will start at 7.
No Kings Rally Poster Making
. Join the League of Women Voters. Bring markers, crayons, paints, and your imagination. Make posters for Saturday’s No Kings Rally!
Overpass Protest - Cheektowaga
Bring easy to read signs and flags if you have them. Park on Crestview across from Lunetta’s Restaurant.
Bipartisan Town Hall Lancaster NY
The public is welcomed and encouraged to join Republican Jim King and Democrat Aaron Gies, candidates for Congress in NY 23 as they discuss the issues and challenges facing our district and how conscientious, community forward representation will help to improve the lives of all who call WNY home. King, an engineer from Owego and Gies, a professor from Olean will answer questions submitted by the audience without hype, fiction or speculation. A sincere effort to get people from all political persuasions talking not just about problems but also possible solutions that Congress could offer. These candidates are willing to do the hard work around representing this large district. It starts with in person appearances, meeting real people from all walks of life, and not just lobbyists and the well connected. As always Congressman Langworthy has been invited to join us.
Doors open at 6:30pm to register, submit questions and meet the candidates. Program starts at 7pm.
Bipartisan Town Hall Ellicottville
We need a congressperson who cares about NY Congressional District 23. Our communities. Our lives.
Democrat Aaron Gies, a professor from Olean and Republican Jim King, an engineer from Owego, come together to discuss real, conscientious representation for this district. They are willing to do the hard work around making life more affordable, opportunity more available and bringing back community pride. It starts with in person appearances all over the district. Answering questions from both sides of the aisle and everywhere in between. Trying to get all sides talking by presenting facts, not fiction, not hype.
If you are having any concerns or doubts about where the federal government, with Nick Langworthy's help, is taking America, come talk about it. As always Mr. Langworthy is invited but is unlikely to respond.
Doors open at 6:30 to meet candidates, sign in, submit questions and have a refreshment. Formal program will start at 7.