A Summer of Resistance: Michigan’s Upcoming Activist Events
While we wish things were different, it’s time for us to fight back before we lose all we care about. That being said, Michigan is cooking up more protests for the foreseeable future, extending from May through July. This blog post serves as a living document of what’s to come, so we will keep this updated as best we can.
MONDAY, MAY 12
Macomb Defenders Rising May Meeting
RALLY TO PROTECT MEDICAID
Chelsea, MI 48118
Phone Bank To Tell House Republicans: No Medicaid Cuts!
LOCATION:
As soon as Tuesday 5/13, the House Energy and Commerce Committee is voting to move forward a budget that cuts hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid and other critical programs. Why? So they can fund tax cuts for Trump, Musk, and their billionaire friends.
Vulnerable Republican members of the Energy and Commerce Committee need to hear from their constituents – join us to call constituents so they can urge their representative to vote no!
👥 No experience? No problem! We’ll provide a quick training and a script—you just need a phone, a laptop, and the will to make an impact.
📍 Virtual Event – Join from Anywhere!
Tesla Takedown – Grand Rapids
Mon May 12th 12:00pm – 1:00pm
LOCATION: Tesla Showroom, 2919 29th St SE, Grand Rapids.
Elon is an unelected, nazi, data thief. Unplug his wealth. Sell your Teslas! Dump your stock! Join the picket! #TeslaTakedown. RSVP (this & other locations/times): teslatakedown.com
Please do NOT park in the thrift store next to the Tesla lot or any of the small businesses in the area. Organizer: Elizabeth Jenkins, 269-331-7704, artfulactivist@gmail.com. We will be on the sidewalk. If you have concerns with accessibility, please contact me. -Elizabeth 9176526121.
Pushback Protest – Waterford Twp
Mon May 12th 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: M-59 and Crescent Lake Road, Waterford Township.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/109/1747080000000
MORE INFO: Pushback Protest. We are going to be out every MONDAY!! Come out and support and make your voice heard! Park in ACE/Aldi Plaza.
Organizer: Waterford Democratic Club, barbaraspiece49@gmail.com, 248-877-1307.
Oppose ICE Detention Center – Baldwin
Mon May 12th 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: village of Baldwin Office, 620 Washington St., Baldwin.
For more information, contact: stopgeogroupbaldwin@gmail.com.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/309/1747087200000
MORE INFO:
“GEO Group is about to open a concentration camp for immigrants and asylum seekers at the North Lake Correctional Facility in Baldwin, MI.
People who live near Baldwin, MI, and all others, please attend this May 12 (6pm) Baldwin Village Council meeting to ask questions and make your opposition know. If you cannot attend, please write and call elected officials using the script and contact information in the QR code on the bottom of the flyer. ”
TUESDAY, MAY 13
May Jackson County Volunteer Meeting
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“Come meet with the local volunteer leadership and VNP staff to discuss volunteer programs and priorities in 2025. Hear more about our plans to protect Michigan from national threats to Democracy including campaign finance, representational, and ethics and transparency reforms.”
Yoopers Unite Meeting – Marquette
Tue May 13th 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: LoveMarq Church, 728 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette, 7pm every Tuesday night.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/164/1747177200000
“Are you feeling overwhelmed and shut down emotionally in the face of Trump & Co.’s Godzilla-like rampage through our world? Then join us at the 7 pm “Yoopers Unite!” meeting tonight! Five local resistance groups meet every Tuesday night to compare notes, strategize and enjoy being in a room full of like-minded friends and neighbors.
It’s a wonderful Rx that counters dread, anxiety and the suffocating sense of isolation and helplessness, common symptoms of Creeping Authoritarianism. (Is this starting to sound like one of those obnoxious pharmaceutical ads? Sorry!) But seriously! Come join us.”
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
Meet & Greet sharing to reclaim democracy
Superior Township, MI 48198
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“A get together giving protectors of democracy an opportunity to meet and talk about local events and issues of importance to them, as well as be informed of local, state, and national issues and opportunities to participate in political action. We invite local groups ( like voters not politicians, indivisible, etc) to join us to combine our voices. We will have snacks so people can mix and mingle.”
Statewide LGBTQ+ Advocacy Day
Lansing, MI 48933
MORE INFO:
“Join Equality Michigan, the Michigan LGBTQ+ Commission, and our partners across the state for a day of unity, advocacy, and meeting with your elected officials to advance and promote LGBTQ+ equality.
Wednesday, May 14th 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Lansing, Michigan
Please fill out the accompanying Google Form your receive via email (from Mobilize) after RSVP’ing.
People who fill out the Google Form after April 27th will be expected to provide their own lunch.
In solidarity, Team EQMI”
THURSDAY, MAY 15
May Kent County Volunteer Meeting
“Come meet with the local volunteer leadership and VNP staff to discuss volunteer programs and priorities in 2025. Hear more about our plans to protect Michigan from national threats to Democracy including campaign finance, representational, and ethics and transparency reforms.”
Power Analysis Workshop – Grand Rapids
Thu May 15th 7:00pm – 8:30pm
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/294/1747350000000
Location: Fountain Street Church Social Hall, 24 Fountain Street NE, Grand Rapids.
MORE INFO:
“Join GR organizer Jeff Smith in this interactive workshop where he will discuss the Grand Rapids Power Analysis to help you understand the organizations and people who have significant political and economic power in this city. This analysis provides critical information needed by individuals working to affect structural changes to injustices in Grand Rapids. You will be better prepared to create strategies and tactics for handling resistance from those organizations and people as you work to achieve social justice.
Jeff Smith has been part of social movement work for 40+ years in Grand Rapids. He co-founded the Koinonia House, which practiced radical hospitality for the unhoused and was a sanctuary for Central American refugees fleeing US sponsored terrorism in the 1980s. Jeff spent a significant amount of time doing accompaniment work in Central America and Mexico, working with, and learning from, movement organizers in those countries. He has written several books including “A People’s History of Grand Rapids.”
Pack the Room!: Anti-Trans Sports Bill Hearing – Lansing
Thu May 15th 8:30am – 10:30am
Lansing, MI 48933
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/332/1747312200000
The Republican-controlled Michigan State House will be having a Government Operations Committee hearing on the anti-trans sports ban bills next week! We need you to show up and pack the room!
Location: Anderson House Office Building 124 N Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48933 Room 307.
Organizer: Equality Michigan. You will need an ID to get through security!
For more information and to sign up: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/787353/
Rally 4 Our Right to Read! – Lapeer
Thu May 15th 5:00pm – 6:00pm
LOCATION: DeAngeli Library, 921 W. Nepessing St., Lapeer.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/282/1747342800000
MORE INFO:
“Please join Fight 4 the First Lapeer and our local Library Defenders to line the sidewalks around Lapeer’s DeAngeli Library. The rally will occur immediately prior to the May Lapeer District Library (LDL) Board of Trustees meeting. Show our community and our library board that we support our library and our First Amendment right to freely access information.
This will be a positive, peaceful rally. Signs with positive messages are encouraged. (Examples: We ♥️ Our Library; Free People Read Freely; Freedom to Read is 1st; Public Libraries 4 All of Us; Open Book, Open Minds; My Library/My Lifeline; Support Your Library)
BACKGROUND INFO: The Lapeer District Library (LDL) collection has been under attack by self-described conservatives who are seeking to have books removed or restricted. Now, four of those Challengers have been appointed to the LDL Board of Trustees, and they have a majority. They have already fired the board’s lawyer, are instituting prayer at meetings and are continuing to seek ways to restrict access to books they deem to be obscene.
They are primarily challenging books with LGBTQ+ themes, characters and information. Registration is not required.
See website link for more information: https://fight4thefirstlapeer.org/
Organizers: Fight 4 the First Lapeer; fight4thefirstlapeer@gmail.com”
Tesla Protest – West Bloomfield
Resistance Rally – Royal Oak
Thu May 15th 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Weekly downtown Royal Oak protest.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/328/1747342800000
Hosted by: Royal Oak Democratic Club.
Location: on all four corners of 11 Mile and Main Street, Royal Oak.
For more information: https://www.facebook.com/RoyalOakDemocrats
FRIDAY, MAY 16
Take America Back Rally – Sturgis
Fri May 16th 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Sidewalks of Memorial Park, 102 N Centerville St, Sturgis.
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/300/1747429200000
A peaceful demonstration for democracy.
We’re asking our representatives to:
- UPHOLD the rule of law.
- DEFEND the Constitution.
- STAND UP to fascism.
- SUPPORT our allies.
- EMBRACE humanity.
See less Join us! Bring friends, signs and flags! For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1027559625537100/
Bridge Protests – Muskegon
Fri May 16th 5:00pm – 6:30pm
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/235/1747429200000
Bridge Protests in and around Muskegon, every Friday.
Organizer: Indivisible on the Lakeshore.
Locations:
- Broadway Bridge over Seaway Dr. in Muskegon
- Marquette Bridge overlooking US 31
- The Causeway in North Muskegon
- Ridge Bridge overlooking US 31 in Ferrysburg (Please park at Ferrysburg City Hall)
For more information: bsky.app/profile/onthelakeshore.bsky.social
Bridge Visibility Action – Ann Arbor
Fri May 16th 4:30pm – 6:00pm
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/156/1747427400000
Location: Pedestrian Bridge @ Stone School Rd and Birch Rd, Ann Arbor. Pedestrian bridge over I-94. Every Friday.
Organized by: A2Resist2025.
To contact: A2Resist2025@gmail.com.
Protest at Rep. Huizenga’s Office – Portage
Fri May 16th 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Location: 5228 Lovers Ln., Suite 108, Portage
LINK: https://tockify.com/miresistevents/detail/112/1747427400000
Weekly Protest at Rep Huizenga’s Office. Bring signs and letters (to slip under the door). More information: https://indivisiblekzoo.org/#home.
Organizers: Indivisible Southwest Michigan and Indivisible Greater Kalamazoo, indivisiblekalamazoo2@gmail.com
SATURDAY, MAY 17
Indivisible: Downriver United 734
LOCATION: PRIVATE, MUST SIGN UP
LINK: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/786194/
MORE INFO:
This a local Indivisible event!
Join Us Downriver and stay informed, stay engaged, and stay connected! Catch up on the latest news, discuss key issues affecting our community, and plan meaningful actions
This is an open space for discussion, strategy, and support—whether you’re looking to get involved, share updates, or simply stay in the loop.
“Our mission is to empower and mobilize our community to advocate for democracy, justice, and equality. As part of the Indivisible movement, we are committed to holding leaders accountable, amplifying grassroots voices, and driving meaningful policy change through collective action. We believe in a government that represents all people, and we strive to build a more inclusive, engaged, and equitable society through advocacy, education, and civic participation.”
🏳️🌈ALL ARE WELCOME
Heart Open, Hands Off!
MORE INFO:
Hearts Open, Hands Off! Stand with us for an afternoon of solidarity, truth and healing. Hear powerful stories from our community and raise your voice against the injustices we’ve faced at the hands of the federal government. Together, we are stronger! This is Indivisible event. With Liberty and Justice for ALL!
JUNE 14
NO KINGS DETROIT
Detroit, MI 48216
“In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings
NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.
On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.
The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.
On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.
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.
Join local Indivisible groups ‘Stand Up Indivisible’, ‘Indivisible Metro Detroit’, ‘Macomb Defenders Rising’, ‘Indivisible Fighting 9’, ‘Eastside Indivisible Alliance’, ‘Ann Arbor Indivisible’, and ‘Indivisible We the People Dissent’ to say NO KINGS IN AMERICA.”
NO KINGS Ferndale
LINK: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/784633/
MORE INFO:
In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.
🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨
The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.
On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.
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.
NO KINGS Downriver
LOCATION: PRIVATE, MUST SIGN UP
LINK: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/786201/
MORE INFO:
“In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.
🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨
The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.
On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.
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.”
NO KINGS ADRIAN
MORE INFO:
“In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. We fought against one in the 1700s and we’ll stand up to one again! NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, taken control of our public lands and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.
🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨
The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it. Come wave OUR flag!
On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out lenaweeindivisible.org for more information.
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.”
JULY 5
ELBOWS UP!
Join INDIVISIBLE WE THE PEOPLE DISSENT for an INTERNATIONAL DAY of PROTEST along the 5,525 miles of the Canada-US border ON 7/5. MICHIGAN rallies at Detroit-Windsor (Hart Plaza at 1 PM), Port-Huron, the Soo & ONTARIO.
ALASKA, YUKON, WASHINGTON STATE, IDAHO, BRITISH COLUMBIA,MONTANA, ALBERTA, SASKATCHEWAN, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, MANITOBA, NEW YORK STATE, ONTARIO, VERMONT, MAINE, QUÉBEC & NOUVEAU BRUNSWICK RALLY AT THE SAME TIME!
Our points: -Our COUNTRIES have been friends for centuries and it shall remain this way. Today we celebrate Canada Day and American Independence. -Our border is the longest and the safest in the world. Don’t even think about using it as an excuse to invoke the Insurrection Act. -Our economic partnership was perfectly fine before 1/20/2025.