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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Free America': Trump to face nationwide revolt on July 4. Check full list of US cities holding protests
Anti-Trump organizers are hosting " Free America " rallies on July 4, i.e. Independence Day, across the country to protest against the President' policies implemented during his second term. The Women's March, an advocacy group, is organising "Free America" protests on July 4 to show dissent against Trump administration's policies on the day when the US will celebrate its Independence Day. "Your freedom. Your people. Your rebellion," the Women's March website said. Participants have been encouraged to plan various activities, including rallies, marches, street parades, art projects, BBQs, dance events, and block parties. Dubbed as 'No Kings Protest 2.0,' this rally is meant as a follow-up to the demonstrations held earlier against the backdrop of the Army Day Parade in Washington DC. Millions of people took to the streets for "No Kings" protests on June 14, targeting Trump's military parade marking the Army's 250th anniversary that coincided with his 79th birthday. ALSO READ: Deadly River North shooting took place after album release party in Chicago, leaves 4 dead Which US cities are organising protests? Women's March, the organization behind "Free America Weekend," has asked people to join or host events over the coming holiday weekend in protest against the Trump administration. "We invite communities to create their own Free America events—rallies, marches, block parties, banner drops, street parades, art builds, backyard BBQs, dance protests, and more," the Women's March website said. The focus of the protests is to challenge the influence of billionaires, combat poverty, resist unlawful commands, and reject fear-based politics, according to their website. Live Events "They want us scared, divided, and alone. They don't want us to dream about freedom. But that's exactly what we have to do," it continued. "This Fourth of July, we will be in the streets with songs of freedom and joy. The dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever." ALSO READ: Diogo Jota's heartfelt message to younger brother Andre Silva resurfaces after their tragic deaths According to NewsWeek, Free America events taking place at these locations over the holiday week: Montgomery, Alabama: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at the NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court Street Soldotna, Alaska: Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States Avenue Little Rock, Arkansas: Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Junction Bridge Los Angeles, California: Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect Avenue Arvada, Colorado: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 7305 Grandview Avenue Hartford, Connecticut: West Hartford's Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran's Memorial Park Miami, Florida: Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne Boulevard Chicago, Illinois: People's Independence Day Chicago, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn Indianapolis, Indiana: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory Drive Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue Southeast Lafayette, Louisiana: 337 Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson Street Freeport, Maine: Free America Event from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 2 Merrill Road North East, Maryland: Let Freedom Ring!, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut Street Riverview, Michigan: Freedom vs. Fascism, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 5 at Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley Road St. Cloud, Minnesota: St. Cloud Area Free America Weekend, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Great River Regional Library, 1300 West Saint Germain Street Saint Joseph, Missouri: Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph!, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 4 at 3702 Frederick Avenue Forsyth, Montana: Free America BBQ & Protest, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Marcyes Park, 400 Front Street Suncook, New Hampshire: N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 6, location to be announced Trenton, New Jersey: Free America Protest, from 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Plaza, 145 West State Street Alamogordo, New Mexico: Otero County Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 1001 North White Sands Boulevard Mamaroneck, New York: Free America July 4th Weekend, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 5 at Harbor Island, Boston Post Road Morrisville, North Carolina: Triangle Bridges to Freedom, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 6 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley Boulevard Columbus, Ohio: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square Portland, Oregon: Free America Weekend—Sellwood Bridge Protest, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4 at Southwest Sellwood Bridge Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Lancaster Free America Weekend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 5 at 1 Penn Square Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4, location to be announced Sioux Falls, South Dakota: Sioux Falls Independence Day, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, 2705 West 12th Street Houston, Texas: Houston Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street Salt Lake City, Utah: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Utah State Capitol, 350 State Street Shelburne, Vermont : Shelburne—Take Back Your County, 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at 5300 Shelburne Road Roanoke, Virginia: No Kings 2.0, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road Southeast Seattle, Washington: Seattle: Queen Anne Resist, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Green Bay—Free America Weekend, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4, 100 East Walnut Street Jackson, Wyoming: Teton County Free America March, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 447 West Snow King Avenue 'Free America' protests on July 4 The events follow other nationwide protests against the Trump administration and its policies organized by the 50501 Movement (50 protests, 50 states, one movement) and other groups since he returned to office in January. Women's March said on its website: "This July 4th, while the U.S. marks Independence Day, we'll gather across the country—on porches, in town squares, backyards, and streets—to stand for real freedom and build a vision of a Free America brick by brick. "Free America is wherever we are. Free America is whatever we make it. Host or join a July 4th Free America action—rallies, BBQs, marches, art builds, community block parties, and more to celebrate real freedom." ALSO READ: Melania should be on first boat: Deportation calls for US' First Lady gains traction amid Trump's immigration crackdown Free America events are scheduled to take place across the country over the July Fourth weekend. Some local chapters of Indivisible have also planned "No Kings 2.0" protests for July 4, reports NewsWeek. In addition to the "Free America" events, some local chapters of Indivisible have planned "No Kings 2.0" protests for July 4. The protests will be followed by another day of nationwide demonstrations—billed as "Good Trouble Lives On," a reference to the late congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis—on July 17. "Good Trouble Lives On" is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration," according to organizers.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
July 4th anti-Trump protests: Full list of cities, march routes, maps, and road closures to know
Thousands of people are expected to take to the streets this Independence Day, but not to celebrate. People in the U.S. are holding rallies, parades, and vigils under the name " Free America ." Women's March is the main group behind the events, which are meant to fight against US President Donald Trump 's policies and power abuse. What are protesters demanding this July 4th? On July 4th, there will be protests in all 50 states called " Free America Weekend ." The Women's March and other grassroots groups are leading the protests to oppose former President Trump's policies and protect civil liberties through unified protests across the country. Throughout the July 4th weekend, "Free America" protests against President Donald Trump's administration will take place all over the nation. The events come after other nationwide demonstrations against the Trump administration and its policies since he took office again in January, which were coordinated by the 50501 Movement (50 protests, 50 states, one movement) and other organizations, as per a report by Newsweek. The group behind "Free America Weekend," the Women's March, is encouraging people to participate in or organize activities over the upcoming holiday weekend. Live Events "We invite communities to create their own Free America events—rallies, marches, block parties, banner drops, street parades, art builds, backyard BBQs, dance protests, and more,' according to the Women's March's website. "They want us to feel alone, scared, and divided. They want us to have no dreams of freedom. However, that is precisely what we must do," it went on. "This Fourth of July, we will be in the streets with songs of freedom and joy. The dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever,' as quoted in a report by Newsweek. Which cities are hosting Free America events? Here's the full list of cities, march routes, and road closures to know for Free America weekend , as per a report by Newsweek. Check out the Women's March website for a map and a list of all the events happening. Over the holiday weekend, Free America is hosting the following events: Montgomery, Alabama Event: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court Street Soldotna, Alaska Event: Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Date: July 5 Location: Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States Avenue Little Rock, Arkansas Event: Candlelight Vigil Time: 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Junction Bridge Los Angeles, California Event: Los Feliz Free America Weekend Time: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect Avenue Arvada, Colorado Event: Free America Weekend Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 7305 Grandview Avenue Hartford, Connecticut Event: West Hartford's Free America Weekend Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 5 Location: Connecticut Veteran's Memorial Park Miami, Florida Event: Reclaim Freedom Rally Time: From 11 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne Boulevard Chicago, Illinois Event: People's Independence Day Chicago Time: From 11 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn Indianapolis, Indiana Event: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 2432 Conservatory Drive Cedar Rapids, Iowa Event: Free America Weekend Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue Southeast Lafayette, Louisiana Event: 337 Free America Weekend Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson Street Freeport, Maine Event: Free America Event Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: 2 Merrill Road North East, Maryland Event: Let Freedom Ring! Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut Street Riverview, Michigan Event: Freedom vs. Fascism Time: 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Date: July 5 Location: Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley Road St. Cloud, Minnesota Event: St. Cloud Area Free America Weekend Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Great River Regional Library, 1300 West Saint Germain Street Saint Joseph, Missouri Event: Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph! Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 3702 Frederick Avenue Forsyth, Montana Event: Free America BBQ & Protest Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Marcyes Park, 400 Front Street Suncook, New Hampshire Event: N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation Time: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Date: July 6 Location: Location to be announced Trenton, New Jersey Event: Free America Protest Time: From 6 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: The Plaza, 145 West State Street Alamogordo, New Mexico Event: Otero County Free America Weekend Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: 1001 North White Sands Boulevard Mamaroneck, New York Event: Free America July 4th Weekend Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Date: July 5 Location: Harbor Island, Boston Post Road Morrisville, North Carolina Event: Triangle Bridges to Freedom Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Date: July 6 Location: Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley Boulevard Columbus, Ohio Event: Free America Weekend Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square Portland, Oregon Event: Free America Weekend—Sellwood Bridge Protest Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Southwest Sellwood Bridge Lancaster, Pennsylvania Event: Lancaster Free America Weekend Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Date: July 5 Location: 1 Penn Square Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Event: Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Location to be announced Sioux Falls, South Dakota Event: Sioux Falls Independence Day Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, 2705 West 12th Street Houston, Texas Event: Houston Free America Weekend Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street Salt Lake City, Utah Event: Free America Weekend Time: From 10 a.m. Date: July 4 Location: Utah State Capitol, 350 State Street Shelburne, Vermont Event: Shelburne—Take Back Your County Time: 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 5300 Shelburne Road Roanoke, Virginia Event: No Kings 2.0 Time: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road Southeast Seattle, Washington Event: Seattle: Queen Anne Resist Time: 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin Event: Green Bay—Free America Weekend Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 100 East Walnut Street Jackson, Wyoming Event: Teton County Free America March Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Date: July 4 Location: 447 West Snow King Avenue On July 4th, the Women's March will mobilize nationwide to support true freedom and create a vision of a free America. Indivisible local chapters have scheduled "No Kings 2.0" demonstrations for July 4. "Good Trouble Lives On," a nationwide protest, is planned for July 17. The incidents are a reaction to the assaults on civil and human rights by the Trump administration. FAQs What exactly are the July 4th Free America protests about? July 4th Free America protests are anti-Trump demonstrations across the United States that demand unity, freedom, and civil rights through marches, rallies, and community events. Where exactly are the protests taking place? Events are planned in cities across the country, including Los Angeles, Miami, Trenton, and Seattle. Each location has its own format, such as marches, vigils, and barbecues.
Hindustan Times
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
'Free America' protests locations: List of cities set for 'No Kings 2.0' rallies on July 4
The Fourth of July is drawing nearer, and even though the holiday is traditionally marked by fireworks and lawn parties, multiple activist movements plan on holding protests across the country to retaliate against the Trump administration's policies. Labelled as 'No Kings Protest 2.0,' this rally is meant as a follow-up to the demonstrations held earlier against the backdrop of the Army Day Parade in Washington DC. 'Free America' protests locations: List of cities set for 'No Kings 2.0' rallies on July 4 (Pixabay - representational image) The Women's March is organizing a 'Free America Weekend' in this regard. 'This July 4th, while the U.S. marks Independence Day, we'll gather across the country—on porches, in town squares, backyards, and streets—to stand for real freedom and build a vision of a Free America brick by brick. Free America is wherever we are. Free America is whatever we make it,' says their official website. · Montgomery, Alabama: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at the NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court Street · Soldotna, Alaska: Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States Avenue · Little Rock, Arkansas: Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Junction Bridge · Los Angeles, California: Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect Avenue · Arvada, Colorado: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 7305 Grandview Avenue · Hartford, Connecticut: West Hartford's Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran's Memorial Park · Miami, Florida: Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne Boulevard · Chicago, Illinois: People's Independence Day Chicago, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn · Indianapolis, Indiana: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory Drive · Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue Southeast · Lafayette, Louisiana: 337 Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson Street · Freeport, Maine: Free America Event from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 2 Merrill Road · North East, Maryland: Let Freedom Ring!, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut Street · Riverview, Michigan: Freedom vs. Fascism, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 5 at Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley Road · St. Cloud, Minnesota: St. Cloud Area Free America Weekend, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Great River Regional Library, 1300 West Saint Germain Street · Saint Joseph, Missouri: Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph!, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 4 at 3702 Frederick Avenue · Forsyth, Montana: Free America BBQ & Protest, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Marcyes Park, 400 Front Street · Suncook, New Hampshire: N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 6, location to be announced · Trenton, New Jersey: Free America Protest, from 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Plaza, 145 West State Street · Alamogordo, New Mexico: Otero County Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 1001 North White Sands Boulevard · Mamaroneck, New York: Free America July 4th Weekend, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 5 at Harbor Island, Boston Post Road · Morrisville, North Carolina: Triangle Bridges to Freedom, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 6 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley Boulevard · Columbus, Ohio: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square · Portland, Oregon: Free America Weekend—Sellwood Bridge Protest, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4 at Southwest Sellwood Bridge · Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Lancaster Free America Weekend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 5 at 1 Penn Square · Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4, location to be announced · Sioux Falls, South Dakota: Sioux Falls Independence Day, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, 2705 West 12th Street · Houston, Texas: Houston Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street · Salt Lake City, Utah: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Utah State Capitol, 350 State Street · Shelburne, Vermont: Shelburne—Take Back Your County, 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at 5300 Shelburne Road · Roanoke, Virginia: No Kings 2.0, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road Southeast · Seattle, Washington: Seattle: Queen Anne Resist, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus Street · Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Green Bay—Free America Weekend, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4, 100 East Walnut Street · Jackson, Wyoming: Teton County Free America March, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 447 West Snow King Avenue The 50501 (50 protests, 50 states, 1 movement), local chapters of the Indivisible, and The People's Union USA are other social rights organizations planning to hold demonstrations to mark the day. – By Stuti Gupta
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Free America': Anti-Trump protests set for July 4; What all is planned?
'Free America': Anti-Trump protests set for July 4; What all is planned? The Women's March, an advocacy group, is organising nationwide 'Free America" on July 4, to show dissent against Trump's administrative policies on the occasion of US Independence Day. Participants are encouraged to plan various activities, including rallies, marches, street parades, art projects, BBQs, dance events, and block parties. The Women's March stated, "They want us scared, divided, and isolated. They want to prevent us from envisioning true freedom. Yet, that's precisely what we must do". They added, "This Fourth of July, we will gather in the streets celebrating freedom and joy. The dream of American liberty is for everyone, and we will relentlessly pursue its promise." The focus of the protests is to challenge the influence of billionaires, combat poverty, resist unlawful commands, and reject fear-based politics, according to their website. The Women's March has listed around 150 events across the District of Columbia, New York, Maryland, Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida, Massachusetts, and many other states on their website. Montgomery, Alabama: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive, 10 am to 12 pm on July 4 at the NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court Street Soldotna, Alaska : Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 am to 3 pm on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States Avenue Little Rock, Arkansas : Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 pm to 10 pm on July 4 at Junction Bridge Los Angeles, California : Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 pm to 3 pm at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect Avenue Arvada, Colorado : Free America Weekend, 10 am to 12 pm on July 4 at 7305 Grandview Avenue Hartford, Connecticut : West Hartford's Free America Weekend, 10 am to 12 pm on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran's Memorial Park Miami, Florida : Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 am on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne Boulevard Chicago, Illinois : People's Independence Day Chicago, from 11 am on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn Indianapolis, Indiana: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 pm to 4 pm on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory Drive Cedar Rapids, Iowa : Free America Weekend, 10 am to 1 pm on July 4 at Cedar Rapids US Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue Southeast
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Map and List of Cities Hosting Anti-Trump Protests on Fourth of July
Demonstrations, rallies and other events protesting President Donald Trump's administration are set to be held across the country throughout the Independence Day weekend. The upcoming events follow other nationwide protests against the Trump administration and its policies organized by the 50501 Movement (50 protests, 50 states, one movement) and other groups since Trump returned to office in January. On June 14, Trump's birthday, millions of people took to the streets for "No Kings" protests, targeting the president's military parade to mark the Army's 250th anniversary. Women's March, the organization behind "Free America Weekend," is calling on people to join or host events over the coming holiday weekend. "We invite communities to create their own Free America events-rallies, marches, block parties, banner drops, street parades, art builds, backyard BBQs, dance protests, and more," the Women's March website said. "They want us scared, divided, and alone. They don't want us to dream about freedom. But that's exactly what we have to do," it continued. "This Fourth of July, we will be in the streets with songs of freedom and joy. The dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever." Here are some of the Free America events taking place over the holiday weekend. To see a map and all the events taking place, visit the Women's March website. Montgomery, Alabama: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at the NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court StreetSoldotna, Alaska:Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States AvenueLittle Rock, Arkansas:Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Junction BridgeLos Angeles, California:Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect AvenueArvada, Colorado: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 7305 Grandview AvenueHartford, Connecticut:West Hartford's Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran's Memorial ParkMiami, Florida:Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne BoulevardChicago, Illinois:People's Independence Day Chicago, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South DearbornIndianapolis, Indiana:Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory DriveCedar Rapids, Iowa:Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue SoutheastLafayette, Louisiana:337 Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson StreetFreeport, Maine:Free America Event from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 2 Merrill RoadNorth East, Maryland:Let Freedom Ring!, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut StreetRiverview, Michigan:Freedom vs. Fascism, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 5 at Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley RoadSt. Cloud, Minnesota:St. Cloud Area Free America Weekend, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Great River Regional Library, 1300 West Saint Germain StreetSaint Joseph, Missouri:Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph!, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 4 at 3702 Frederick AvenueForsyth, Montana:Free America BBQ & Protest, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Marcyes Park, 400 Front StreetSuncook, New Hampshire:N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 6, location to be announcedTrenton, New Jersey:Free America Protest, from 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Plaza, 145 West State StreetAlamogordo, New Mexico:Otero County Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 1001 North White Sands BoulevardMamaroneck, New York:Free America July 4th Weekend, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 5 at Harbor Island, Boston Post RoadMorrisville, North Carolina:Triangle Bridges to Freedom, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 6 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley BoulevardColumbus, Ohio:Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol SquarePortland, Oregon:Free America Weekend-Sellwood Bridge Protest, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4 at Southwest Sellwood BridgeLancaster, Pennsylvania:Lancaster Free America Weekend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 5 at 1 Penn SquareMyrtle Beach, South Carolina:Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4, location to be announcedSioux Falls, South Dakota:Sioux Falls Independence Day, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, 2705 West 12th StreetHouston, Texas:Houston Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby StreetSalt Lake City, Utah:Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Utah State Capitol, 350 State StreetShelburne, Vermont:Shelburne-Take Back Your County, 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at 5300 Shelburne RoadRoanoke, Virginia:No Kings 2.0, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road SoutheastSeattle, Washington:Seattle: Queen Anne Resist, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus StreetMilwaukee, Wisconsin:Green Bay-Free America Weekend, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4, 100 East Walnut StreetJackson, Wyoming:Teton County Free America March, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 447 West Snow King Avenue Women's March said on its website: "This July 4th, while the U.S. marks Independence Day, we'll gather across the country-on porches, in town squares, backyards, and streets-to stand for real freedom and build a vision of a Free America brick by brick. "Free America is wherever we are. Free America is whatever we make it. Host or join a July 4th Free America action-rallies, BBQs, marches, art builds, community block parties, and more to celebrate real freedom." Free America events are scheduled to take place across the country over the July Fourth weekend. Some local chapters of Indivisible have also planned "No Kings 2.0" protests for July 4. Another day of nationwide demonstrations-billed as "Good Trouble Lives On," a reference to the late congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis-are planned for July 17. According to organizers, the events are a response to "the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration." Related Articles 'Free America': Anti-Trump Protests Taking Place Nationwide on 4th of JulyVenetians Protest Bezos Wedding as City Battles Overtourism CrisisCapitol Police Zip Tie Seniors in Wheelchairs During Medicaid ProtestFederal Workers Took an Oath. 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