This week's schedule June 23 to June 29

We're going to lead by acknowledging we are in a flexible situation and things may change. Subscribe to our website and check back for possible cancellations or changes due the heat and/or additional misadventures by the felon-in-chief. We'll post these on our Facebook group and in our News and Resources section.

Whether we cancel events or not, it's certainly going to be a hot week, so please review the resources below the schedule to make protesting in the heat more safe!

MONDAY JUNE 23 7:30 AM -- 9:30 AM

Monday's at Mitch's, intersection of New Circle and Harrodsburg Roads

Special Protest

MONDAY JUNE 23 7:30 AM -- 9:00 AM

We'll be at the overpass on Brighton Rail trail to protest the war Trump started this weekend with Iran.

WEDNESDAY June 25 12 PM -- 2 PM

Support the VA at Leestown VA

THURSDAY June 26 4 PM -- 6 PM

Rush Hour is canceled so we can attend "Disappeared in America" Protest at the Courthouse Plaza.

THURSDAY June 26 4:30 PM -- 6:30 PM

"Disappeared in America" Special protest

Robert F Stephens Courthouse Plaza

120 N Limestone, Lexington, KY

SATURDAY June 28 11 AM -- 12:30 PM

We'll be marching in support of PRIDE! If you'd like to march with us, let us know: https://bit.ly/pbrPRIDE

SATURDAY June 28 1 PM -- 3 PM

Afternoon Tea at Hamburg will be canceled so we can support PRIDE downtown.

SAFE PROTESTING IN THE HEAT

We want to turn up the heat on the administration, not ourselves! Here are some tips to keep you safe while you're out protesting this week.

Before going into resources, we want to emphasize that the heat index isn't just the air temperature. How hot you feel is the intersection of several variables, including humidity, temperature, and sun exposure. All of these can combine to make an 80 degree day feel sweltering or cool. This week we will be facing hot temperatures, high humidity, and sun exposure as we protest. It'll feel hot no matter what, but when high temperature, humidity, and sunshine combine, we need to be aware of the additional dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

1. You know your body, so keep yourself safe. If you can't attend a brutally hot, humid protest, wait for a better and safer opportunity to protest for you. Self-care is an act of resistance when the administration is trying to kill you.

2. Wear sunscreen! I wear SPF 70, because I have fair skin. You do you as far as choosing your SPF, but wear sunscreen. While you're at it, carry your sunscreen with you to share with those who forget theirs.

3. Dress appropriately! I usually wear a broad brimmed hat and light colored sun hoodie. Think light colored, loose-fitting clothes. There's a reason we see landscapers wearing long sleeve shirts!

4. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! You will be sweating quite a bit even if you don't feel like you are, especially if it's warmer and drier in the afternoon. Drink at least 16 ounces of water every hour. More is better. Sports drink is a good idea if you're going to be out in the heat for long, because you'll need to replenish electrolytes and fluids.

5. Use cooling towels, ice bandanas, misters, and fans! A cooling towel soaked with water for your face, a bandana or neck gaiter (aka a 'buff') filled with ice around your neck, a spray bottle or water gun, and portable fans can help cool you with evaporation.

6. Take a break in the shade! Need a break? Take one! Go find a seat in the shade. If your car is nearby, start the car up and sit in the a/c for a bit to cool off. Go inside an area business to cool off, and maybe get a sports drink and a snack while you're in there.

7. Carry a backpack with key items. Keep a small backpack with a water bottle, snacks, neck gaiter, sun hoodie, sunscreen and hat ready by the door or in your car. Just restock it as needed after each time you use it and you're all set.

8. Keep everyone safe around you! Check in with others. If you need to put on sunscreen, ask if others need sunscreen around you. Make sure everyone is hydrating. Taking care of each other is also an act of resistance!

   
   

It's going to be a long hot summer. Remember that this is a marathon, not a sprint, and pace yourselves accordingly!

In solidarity, and in peace,

Peaceful Bluegrass Resistance