The next nationwide day of action is June 14th. 

50501 ROCHESTER will host a major visibility event at 12 Corners in Brighton, NY. Our friends from  Indivisible Monroe County Resists are assisting  with support.

Members of Greater Rochester Integrity & Truth — G.R.I.T.— organized UN-Parade

events at other locations around Monroe County AND at Twelve Corners. 

Check out the events calendar for details and bookmark our site for the most accurate

and up-to-the minute information. 

6/14- NO KINGS FAQ PDF Version

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FAQ's
In which organizers try to give you answers to the things you may want to know
about
50501 ROCHESTER’S
NO KINGS
MASS PROTEST
PEACEFUL DEMONSTRATION
June 14th, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am

TWELVE CORNERS - BRIGHTON NY

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Q: Where do I show up?
A: ASSEMBLY POINTS NO KINGS Assembly point details are listed below.
And mapped out HERE.
All marches are approximately 1/2 mile (with the exception of the Monroe Ave – North)

All assembly points are on RTS bus routes.

Elmwood Avenue - West Assembly Point
Assemble at Brighton Town Hall parking lot (east side of building).

Elmwood Avenue - East Assembly Point
Assemble at the Pittsford Trail entrance on the south side of Elmwood,

east of the 590 overpass, by Valley Road

Monroe Avenue - North Assembly Point
Assemble at Rose Park at the end of Glen Ellyn Way off Monroe

Monroe Avenue - South Assembly Point

Assemble at parking lot on the corner of Monroe Ave & Monroe Parkway.

The lot north of Monroe Parkway.

Winton Road - South Assembly Point

Assemble on the grass next to BHS parking lot  (south of lot)

DO NOT PARK IN BHS LOT  without a visible handicap designation on your vehicle!
 

Winton Road - North Assembly Point (0.8 mi. march)*
Assemble at the triangle greenspace at the corner of Winton and Highland
 

NO KINGS - THE VISIBILITY RALLY
ELMWOOD/MONROE/WINTON will EACH have TWO march assembly points (above)

PLEASE ASSEMBLE at the point closest to the direction you are coming from.
 

At ~2 blocks from Twelve Corners, marchers will be guided by marshals to “peel off”

in order for protesters to fully line the roads, fanning out from Twelve Corners. Protesters will guided to into single-file lines from Twelve Corners outward on ELMWOOD/MONROE/WINTON

in both directions. Protesters should continue to fill these lines as far out as we can.

These roads are LONG. So let's fill 'em up!

Drone operators are volunteering with 50501 to pick up full coverage of all six streets. No matter where you are, you will be seen and counted even though we're spread out.

Other coordinated demonstration actions will be using the gazebo, lawn and sidewalks

that are directly at Twelve Corners Park. Please do not congregate in this area or else a

marshal may ask you to move to another location.
*For those who want to join in the march from other side roads or at later arrival times:

Join up where you can along the routes. Keep the lines going!
 

NOT MARCHING? NEED TO BE SEATED?
For protesters joining the GRIT UN-parade action (which is seated) and those with mobility issues:
A reserved location for this group will be on Winton Rd South along the sidewalks OPPOSITE Brighton HS (west side of road). Handicap parking info below.

Specifically designated marshals will be in this area and available to assist/direct you.

Q: Will parking be available and if so, where?
A: Street parking is available on side streets off Monroe Avenue, Winton Road, and

Elmwood Avenue along the march routes and near the designated assembly points.

Due to the large numbers anticipated, we ask that folks try to  carpool or rideshare into the area if they can. All assembly points are on RTS bus routes.

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DO NOT PARK in business lots.

DO NOT BLOCK driveways or fire hydrants.

We’re counting on everyone to be good neighbors BE CONSIDERATE considerate.

Designated Handicap Parking (for placard holders only)

will be available in the Brighton High School parking lot. Marshals will be near the lot entrance.

DO NOT PLAN TO PARK AT BHS unless you have a handicap designation on your vehicle.

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Q: Why is this event called No Kings?

A: The theme of this nationally organized day of action is “No Kings” in response to

the military parade in Washington, DC the same day. Although the DC parade is supposed

to be a celebration of Flag Day and the Army’s 250th birthday, Donald Trump is

using it to glorify himself. The cost of this parade is estimated at $45 million or more—all while dismantling lifesaving programs for the most vulnerable.

Countries under dictatorial regimes often hold such parades to establish the strength of the leader and instill fear in observers.

The thousands of No Kings events orchestrated across the country on the same day are a repudiation of the Trump Administration’s tyrannical actions, not of the military.

By turning out in force and in great numbers, we demonstrate opposition to the fascist agenda overtaking our government.

Our power is COLLECTIVE POWER

Q: Why was Twelve Corners chosen as a central location for NO KINGS in Rochester?

A: Past events at Twelve Corners have sparked ongoing discussions about balancing

free speech with community safety. A petition titled "Protect Free Speech in Brighton"

was initiated to support the right to protest at Twelve Corners Park, emphasizing

the importance of upholding First Amendment rights while maintaining public order.

In summary, Twelve Corners in Brighton serves as a focal point for community activism,

where local residents and Rochesterians actively participate in addressing social issues,

supporting local initiatives, and engaging in public discourse.

Plus it’s really cool.

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Q: Why June 14th from 9am to 11am?

A: The national call to protest for NO KINGS on 6/14 coincides with our community’s Juneteenth Festival. Careful consideration to the festival was used in organizing the Brighton action.

From 9-11am the VISIBILITY PROTEST has been organized as a mass statement of

defiance to authoritarian wanna-be, Donald J.Trump and the fascist, white-supremacist

goons he has assembled in his administration.

It’s not a rally, there will not be speakers.

If you need to leave early, you’ll at least have had the opportunity to

voice your dissent and be counted among the resistance.

9am through 11am are the hours in which 50501 Rochester will have

marshals, organizers and LO’s on hand to assist protesters.

Q: What should participants bring?
A: Demonstrators are encouraged to bring the following:
*UPSIDE DOWN AMERICAN FLAGS* – 6/14 is FLAG DAY in the U.S. and

the United States of America is succumbing to authoritarian rule. 

The visual theme of having a sea of Upside down American Flags will be highlighted at the Twelve Corners NO KINGS demonstration in Brighton.

Other FLAGS on poles or sticks only - should be reserved at this event if possible.

This applies to flags on poles only,  in order create a cohesive visual message to the White House.
SIX MARCHES – ONE MESSAGE
"WE STAND IN DEFIANCE TO THE AUTHORITARIAN COUP IN THE UNITED STATES

LED BY OLIGARCHS AND WHITE SUPREMACISTS.”

Donation for Veteran’s Outreach Center: donations of underwear and socks will be collected at assembly points. New/Unused items only, in both men’s and women’s sizes will be collected, organized and delivered to VOC by 50501 Rochester.

Noise-making instruments: percussion, horns, kazoos, buckets etc…

Weather consideration items: ponchos, umbrellas, personal fans, water, footwear,

necessary medications, safety precautions.

*50501 will have a limited supply of kazoos and upside-down 12x18" flags on sticks available at assembly points for a small donation.
 

Q: Will restrooms be available?
A: No. Please plan ahead for a 2-hour event.
Protesters should be respectful of local businesses that are open - do not use their restrooms unless you are a paying customer.

Q: Is this a peaceful protest?
A: Yes.  50501 is committed to non-violence, peaceable protesting.

Violent behavior, of any type and from any source, will not be tolerated. 

Perpetrators may be subject to arrest.

Q: Are there safety measures in place?
A: Yes. Trained marshals will be available to safely direct participants in navigating crosswalks and to de-escalate conflicts that may arise, call emergency services if needed and communicate with a medic for first aid needs.

If you have a critical health emergency while protesting,  please call 9-1-1.
Legal observers from the National Lawyers Guild will be present.
 

Q: Is there a permit for his event?
A: The required permit has been granted for the use of 12 Corners Park

(gazebo area) for 50501 organizer and collaborator use.

The remainder of the demonstration will take place on public sidewalks and

easements and does not require a permit.

Q: What if my question wasn’t answered?
A: There are lots of ways to connect with 50501 organizers on right here on our website: 
NO KINGS – 12 CORNERS ASSEMBLY POINT MAP

 

A message from 50501 ROCHESTER NY organizers:
In support of Saturday’s Juneteenth Festival in the City of Rochester,

50501 Rochester will have a table set up

at MLK Park on June 14th from 12pm – 5 pm.

Stop by and say hello to organizers if you're headed to the festival!

We’ll be under the blue tent.

Flyer AND link to the festival can be found on our events page HERE.​​​

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