Roots and Rights Monthly Meeting
The third monthly meeting of the Blount County Action Council.
If you have a community meeting, protest, social justice event, resource fair, or something similar to share with the community, send the details to action (at) southernresistancecoalition (dot) org.
The third monthly meeting of the Blount County Action Council.
The Radical Roundtable is an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and discuss topics around mutual aid, solidarity, and radical solutions for collective liberation in our community. We meet the first Sunday of the month, starting with an optional reading hour from 1:30-2:30 pm and then a presentation and/or discussion from 2:30-4:30 pm. Childcare is […]
Join David Miller, who is running as a Democrat for TN State Senate District 5, at Bud’s Coffee in Oak Ridge for his nomination petition signing. In Tennessee, all independent and primary candidates must submit a nominating petition in order for their names to appear on the ballot. This ballot needs to be signed by […]
Join Ali Simpson, running for Statehouse District 32, along with David Miller, running for TN State Senate District 5, at Riverside Coffee in Lenoir City for their nomination petition signing. In Tennessee, all independent and primary candidates must submit a nominating petition in order for their names to appear on the ballot. This ballot needs […]
🌉 BUILDING BRIDGES 3 — Community Panel & Conversation Youth Involvement, Minority Community Engagement & Civic Readiness for 2026 Join us for Building Bridges 3, a community-centered gathering focused on strengthening youth involvement, expanding engagement in minority communities, and preparing East Tennessee for the 2026 civic cycle. This event brings together leaders from across the […]
Following Building Bridges 3, we invite the community to gather for a candlelight vigil to honor the life of Renee Good, who was killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This vigil is a space for remembrance, grief, reflection, and solidarity. We come together to honor Renee’s life, to support impacted communities, and to affirm the […]
Help Anne Backus get the signatures for her petition so she can run for the Tennessees State House, District 33. In Tennessee, all independent and primary candidates must submit a nominating petition in order for their names to appear on the ballot. This ballot needs to be signed by the candidate, as well as at […]
Join us in the Oak Ridge Public Library Auditorium for the first meeting of 2026. We’ll be discussing possible actions for the year and recruiting volunteers to move those forward. We’ll also have sign-making materials and light snacks available. Come early to join the weekly protest on the public sidewalk–every Saturday from 12-2 pm.
SOCM (pronounced “sock-em”) is a 53-year-old, member-driven grassroots organization with roots in rural East TN dedicated to empowering Tennesseans in their efforts to have a greater voice in determining their own future. SOCM accomplishes this by training local leaders and by developing and sustaining long-term, democratically run, and locally rooted membership organizations in communities throughout […]
Hey Morgan County Democrats (and friends)! Come grab a coffee and join us for our monthly Dems & Coffee get-together. It’s a fun, no-pressure way to chat politics, swap stories, and catch up! We’ll share quick updates on events and ways to jump in, but mostly it’s about good vibes, great company, and that perfect […]
We the People deserve to feel safe in our homes and on our streets. The presence of armed, masked ICE agents in our neighborhoods is a threat to us all, and especially our black and brown neighbors. ICE has torn families apart, traumatized children, and now shot citizens down in the street. Join us Saturday, […]
It’s Valentine’s Season!!!! Â Spend an evening stitching up your own quirky fleece creature while supporting AKIN – Allies of Knoxville’s Immigrant Neighbors. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this hands-on workshop guides you through simple hand-sewing techniques to bring your monster to life. Celebrate what makes you unique by designing a companion that […]