Whats Up WofA Week of 06.22.2025
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Tuesday, June 24th
Win Virginia on the Road to 2026
The stakes are high. The races will be close. Democrats hold only a one-seat majority in Virginia’s House, and while US Representative Abigail Spanberger is sure to wage a strong campaign for Governor, success is by no means certain. Join us by Zoom to hear from Congresswoman Spanberger, a panel of legislative candidates, and CASA, a grassroots group essential to turning out the vote. There will also be an opportunity to donate. Winning Virginia this year is a key act of resistance, and is critical in the fight for our democracy.
Tuesday, June 24th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Congressional District 11 Candidates Forum
Join the Democratic Candidates for Congressional District 11 for a Q&A Forum.
Location: Reston, VA. The address will be sent upon registration approval.
Thursday, June 26th 6:30 – 8:30
AYD Fundraiser for Lily Franklin – Arlington, VA
This seat is a must-win for Democrats to expand their control in the Virginia House of Delegates and will have major implications for access to abortion throughout the Commonwealth. If she wins, Lily will be the first Democratic woman to represent Southwest VA in her lifetime! RSVP/Info
June 27th – 29th
9th Annual Women’s Summit – Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
Power Up To Energize, Empower, & Mobilize Your Activism. With main stage programming, breakouts, advocacy fair, surprises and delights, and ample networking opportunities, you will not want to miss this year! RSVP
Saturday, June 28th 10:00am – 12:00pm
Postcards in the Parlor with WofA!
We’ll be meeting in the White Parlor at Clarendon Presbyterian Church on Saturday, June 28, 10am-12pm, to write postcards. We’ll be writing postcards for Nicole Cole, who’s running in District 66, Spotsylvania & Caroline Counties. It’s BYO beverage & perhaps something to share
Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:00 – 3:30 pm
NAACP Virginia District 8 to Host Community Town Hall with Local and State Leaders
This vital community conversation will feature distinguished guest speakers, including Congressman Don Beyer, Alexandria City Councilman John Taylor Chapman, Arlington County Board Member Julius “JD” Spain, Sr., and Virginia Delegate Marcus B. Simon. Roberts Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 606 S Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Saturday, June 28th
Alexandria Pride
Saturday, June 28th
Fredericksburg Pride
Monday, June 30th 7:00pm – NAACP Membership Meeting (Virtual)
The History of Juneteenth
June 30th 6:30 PM to 8 PM
LGBTQ+ Town Hall, hosted by Equality Arlington,
You are invited to an LGBTQ+ Town Hall, hosted by Equality Arlington, on Monday, at Clarendon Presbyterian Church (1305 N Jackson St, Arlington, VA 22201)! LGBTQ+ community members, allies, and members of the public are welcome to attend and hear directly from Arlington’s elected leaders from the Virginia General Assembly, County Board, and School Board about their plans to support LGBTQ+ residents and workers and ask questions/share your concerns and priorities.
Thursday, July 10th, 7:00pm
Emergency Federal Budget Briefing: The Impact of the Republican House Budget Resolution on Virginia
The Republicans are trying to use the budget process to radically restructure our government. This briefing will describe the Republican plans for taxes, Medicaid, education, nutrition, and the Federal workforce. It will provide the information you need to explain the impact of Republican budget proposals as you campaign and have conversations with friends and neighbors.
Thursday, July 10th, 7:00pm
Emergency Federal Budget Briefing: The Impact of the Republican House Budget Resolution on Virginia
The Republicans are trying to use the budget process to radically restructure our government. This briefing will describe the Republican plans for taxes, Medicaid, education, nutrition, and the Federal workforce. It will provide the information you need to explain the impact of Republican budget proposals as you campaign and have conversations with friends and neighbors.
Friday, July 11th, 12:00pm
Power Lunch
Saturday, July 26th 9:00am – 11:00am
Repro Rising “Positive Presence” Needs Volunteers!
Join our “Positive Presence” in support of the patients, doctors and staff at Falls Church Healthcare Center. We’ll stand outside the clinic, where the FCHC staff and escorts can see us, and be a supportive, positive presence to counter the negativity of anti-choice protesters. We will *not* be counter-protesting or engaging with anti-abortion protestors, but rather focusing on uplifting the people accessing and delivering reproductive healthcare services. Please let us know the Saturdays that you are able to join us!
Sunday, July 27th 2:00pm -4:00pm
Kimberly Pope-Adams in Arlington – Hosted by Black Caucuses of NoVA
Join Kimberly Pope Adams in Arlington as she builds her campaign to flip Virginia’s 82nd district Back to Blue. Show your support of her 2025 rematch to unseat the Republican incumbent. RSVP/Info
Thursday, July 31st
Nicole Cole for Delegate HD66 Postcards
WofA is supporting Nicole Cole in her campaign for HD66. This postcard introduces her to independents/undecided/lean republican voters in her district. The campaign is paying for postage so please return your completed unstamped postcards to the same place where you picked them up no later than July 31. Order Postcards Here
October 3rd-5th in Virginia Beach
Weekend of Action with COVA
Save the Date!
ONGOING
Nicole Cole for Delegate HD66 Postcards – thru July 31st
WofA is supporting Nicole Cole in her campaign for HD66. This postcard introduces her to independents/undecided/lean republican voters in her district. The campaign is paying for postage so please return your completed unstamped postcards to the same place where you picked them up no later than July 31. Order Postcards Here
Saturdays and Sundays
Join WofA’s Visibility Brigade – Wednesdays and Sundays
Join the Rush Hour Resistance! Come join us WEDs 5:00-6:30 and SUNs 5:00-6:30 on an overpass near you to assemble oversized “scrabble” letters made of foam board to create inspiring messages for the passing motorists below. Visibility Brigades is part of a nationwide movement to show everyday people that they are not alone in these unprecedented times. Please email Maria to join the fun at [email protected]
Tesla Tuesday! Arlington, VA
Tuesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm 2710 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
What’s the Plan – Indivisible – Thursdays 3:00pm
Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan. RSVP HERE
Lobby Days with Senator Warner’s Office (Monthly Zoom)
RSVP HERE
ELECTIONS SECTION
All Things Virginia Elections: From Primaries thru November 4th Election!
Virginia Deadlines, Voter Registration and Updating; In Person Early Voting; and more can be found HERE
Follow WofA’s Power Pack – find more about these candidates and their districts HERE
Canvass for Abigail Spanberger, Stacey Carroll and Josh Cole in Fredericksburg
Canvass for Delegate Josh Cole and Abigail Spanberger
PROTESTS, RALLIES, EVENTS and MORE
Spreadsheet of Current and Future Local Actions
Indivisible’s website has specific messages for you to communicate with your Senators and Representatives offices, and includes scripts and a form that will automatically connect your phone with their offices.
CALLS TO ACTION
Wednesdays in July and August
One Million Rising — Learn how to lead in this moment! A national effort to train one million people to help lead in this moment and gain the skills to lead others. This is how we build people power that can’t be ignored. You’re invited to join us – and lead. More info and Sign Up Here
Wednesdays/Thursdays in June
Indivisible Calls Every Wednesday and Thursday in June, join Indivisible for a phonebank where we’ll be calling voters and connecting them directly to their Senator. Together, we’ll urge Republicans to oppose the Trump Tax Scam—a reckless GOP tax plan that prioritizes billionaires like Elon Musk while selling out working families. Join HERE
Choose your Action at: 5Calls.org
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Federal Workers and Contractors
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National WhistleBlower Center – Know Your Rights
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