by Jyoti Parmar, North Central Florida Indivisible
On Saturday, Oct. 18, join us (NCF Indivisible, Gainesville Women for Democracy, Badass Feminists, and many other community organizations) for No Kings, a peaceful, nonviolent day of music, community, protest, and solidarity. This event is part of a national movement rooted in the principle that in our democracy, no one rules by fiat or force — “No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.”
Morning Rally (10-12, Cora Roberson Park)
We’ll open the day in community: live music, speeches, dancing, and tabling by local grassroots groups. This is a space for people to gather, to hear one another, and to amplify voices working for justice. If your organization wishes to table, you can sign up the form: linktr.ee/TakeActionNorthFlorida or email us (subject line: “Tabling”). We’ll send arrival and logistics information in advance.
During the rally, we’ll also host a mutual aid drive to collect supplies that our community needs. If you or your group can assist with collection, sorting, and distribution, please reach out (subject line: “Mutual Aid”) or sign up at this link:tinyurl.com/Iguana2297. Our ability to run this depends on strong volunteer commitment.
Shuttles & Volunteer Drivers
To make participation easier, we’ll run shuttles from 9–9:30 from three lots: the Depot Park lot (limited capacity, the School Board building lot, and E. University Ave and NE 7 St” to the School Board. Return shuttle times are to be determined. Volunteer drivers are crucial — interested folks should contact Shirly Lasseter at shirley@webpdq.com
Car Caravan to High Springs (12:30, tentative)
At noon-ish, we depart in a peaceful car caravan to High Springs. We need drivers! This caravan is not just symbolic — it is training for the continued mobile actions and vigils we plan in opposition to the Baker Detention Facility. It’s an act of presence, solidarity, and practice in nonviolent public protest. For more information: linktr.ee/TakeActionNorthFlorida.
High Springs Rally (2pm, near City Hall TBD)
We’ll conclude with a rally in High Springs, location pending but likely near City Hall.
Look for updates on our linktree or on our facebook page. Contact Jyoti Parmar at NCFIndivisible@gmail.com for more information.