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Your weekly guide to taking action in Nevada (July 31-Aug. 6)

A weekly roundup of Nevada events, protests, canvasses, meetings, and community gatherings happening across the state from Friday, July 31, through Thursday, Aug. 6.

Image Credit: Martin Nieves

From Las Vegas and Reno to Carson City and Henderson, residents can attend rallies, canvasses, visibility events, meetings, and other local gatherings.

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events and actions:

Friday (July 31)

Fight Fascism Friday
(Las Vegas, 6-8 p.m.)
Indivisible Las Vegas will host a Friday evening rally in the Arts District, with music, water, and signs available.

Saturday (Aug. 1)

Knock on Doors
(Carson City, 9:30-10:30 a.m.)
Volunteers will knock doors to speak with voters, with training, scripts, and canvassing locations provided after registration.

Stoplight Resistance
(Reno, 12-1 p.m.)
One Million Rising Reno will host a public visibility event near South Virginia and West Liberty streets.

Handmaids Stand at Henderson Detention Center
(Henderson, 6-8 p.m.)
Handmaids of Las Vegas will host a peaceful immigrant-rights demonstration outside the Henderson Detention Center, with donations requested for community members.

Sunday (Aug. 2)

Stoplight Resistance Sundays
(Reno, 12-1 p.m.)
One Million Rising Reno will host a recurring Sunday visibility event near South Virginia and West Liberty streets.

Tuesday (Aug. 4)

Tyranny Tuesday: Bombs vs. Benefits
(Reno, 10-11 a.m.)
Indivisible Northern Nevada will hold a rally in Reno focused on federal spending, public benefits, and community priorities.

One Million Rising Resistance Gathering
(Reno, 5:30-7 p.m.)
One Million Rising Reno will host a local organizing meeting, with location details provided after registration.

Wednesday (Aug. 5)

Knock on Doors
(Carson City, 4:30-5:30 p.m.)
Volunteers will knock doors to speak with voters, with training, scripts, and canvassing locations provided after registration.

Biggest Little Action Group August Planning Meeting
(Reno, 6-7 p.m.)
The Biggest Little Action Group will meet to discuss local organizing priorities, including immigration enforcement, democracy, data centers, and license-plate reader technology.

Thursday (Aug. 6)

Stoplight Resistance Thursdays
(Reno, 4-5 p.m.)
One Million Rising Reno will host a recurring Thursday visibility event near Lakeside Drive and South McCarran Boulevard.

One Million Rising Courage Connection Conversation
(Reno, 4-6 p.m.)
Indivisible Northern Nevada will host a conversation focused on helping people navigate difficult conversations and stay involved locally.

Have an event to add? Email our State Organizing Coordinator at Martin@couriernewsroom.com with details at least one week before the event date.


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  • Martin Nieves a dedicated community organizer with 7 years of experience in progressive campaigns and community development. With a passion for social justice and a deep love for his community, Martin is currently serving as the regional development manager for The Copper Courier. When not working tirelessly to create positive change, he enjoys hiking, reading, and spending quality time with his loved ones.