Rise Up Mystic

Rise Up Mystic RiseUpMystic is a local, grassroots movement for progressive change. There are no requirements to join us, all are welcome.

To become an official member, please sign up for our email list. It began on November 10th, 2016, the morning after the presidential election, as we felt the weight of an upcoming administration born out of fear and hate. It began with long low sighs of disbelief as we greeted one another at work and at bus stops, with looks of despair as we imagined the repercussions of electing a person with no political experience and no decorum on the international stage. It began as brave Americans started to realize in order to keep our country truly a land of the free and continue to honor democracy, that we the people are going to have to rise up, defend our shared values, and fight for the rights of the marginalized. It began when we knew it was time for action. We gathered to envision what a grassroots organization designed to counter the effects of the upcoming administration might look like. We came together to end the divisiveness and begin a conversation, to end negativity and create positive change. It was clear there was a lot of ground to cover. Protecting people of color and LGBT communities, defending issues of women’s health, protecting the environment, supporting the ACLU, and staying true to America’s roots as a land that accepts and appreciates immigrants. The overwhelming change in government demands a clear and organized response. We want to inform, encourage and empower as many people as possible to speak out for progressive change, to fight for human rights, and to preserve the dignity of our beloved nation.

Thursday!
04/02/2026

Thursday!

Southeastern Connecticut, join us for a conversation around organizing on April 2nd in New London. Are you ready to enter the political arena? RSVP: https://shorturl.at/qPlpA

03/31/2026

Join us TOMORROW EVENING for our annual Transgender Day of Visibility Open Mic at Bank Square Books at 5pm.

This is always one of our most beautiful events of the year.

Everyone is invited to come and share poetry (original or not. Ai assisted/created should be reserved for another time), spoken word, music, or thoughts straight from your heart uplifting and honouring the trans and gender nonconforming community.

No signup required.
We look forward to seeing and sharing space you.

03/30/2026

Join me in supporting Aundre 2026

Stonington, this is your opportunity to make your voice heard to the Board of Finance on your funding priorities and con...
03/30/2026

Stonington, this is your opportunity to make your voice heard to the Board of Finance on your funding priorities and concerns.
Monday, March 30
7 PM
Stonington High School Auditorium

No Kings III demonstrations will take place this Saturday in several locations, including:Mystic: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWest...
03/27/2026

No Kings III demonstrations will take place this Saturday in several locations, including:

Mystic: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Westerly: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
New London: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hartford: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Pre-printed signs, buttons, and "Know Your Rights" cards are available for pickup at The Ditty Bag Market & Cafe, 7 Roosevelt Ave, Mystic.

More information is available at nokings.org.

Thank you, Rep. Aundré Bumgardner, for standing with the workers of Mystic Seaport Museum.Our hardworking neighbors who ...
03/25/2026

Thank you, Rep. Aundré Bumgardner, for standing with the workers of Mystic Seaport Museum.

Our hardworking neighbors who bring this important institution to life every day deserve to be heard, respected, and included in shaping its future. We stand with them.

Mystic Seaport Museum Workers File for Union, Seek a Voice in the Museum’s FutureMystic, CT – Today, AFSCME Council 4 is proud to announce that we have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board on behalf of workers at the Mystic Seaport Museum who have chosen to form a union. We a...

4-7 PMWednesday, March 18Stonington Board of Education District Office at 204 Mistuxet Avenue, Mystic
03/18/2026

4-7 PM
Wednesday, March 18
Stonington Board of Education District Office at 204 Mistuxet Avenue, Mystic

REMINDER: The Town of Stonington is updating both the Plan of Conservation and Development and the Housing Opportunities Plan. Please join us for a joint Community Open House to learn more about both of these plans.

March 18, 2026 - Stop by anytime between the hours of 4-7PM.

Stonington Board of Education District Office located at 204 Mistuxet Avenue in Mystic.

CT Zero Waste Coalition and the Sierra Club with Rep Aundré Bumgardner livestream press conference on House Bill 5524
03/13/2026

CT Zero Waste Coalition and the Sierra Club with Rep Aundré Bumgardner livestream press conference on House Bill 5524

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03/12/2026

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Great job, Stonington!
03/03/2026

Great job, Stonington!

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