Capuano joins Clark, will skip Trump’s inauguration

[serious-noir.livejournal.com]

Per the Boston Globe:  Capuano joins Clark, will skip Trump’s inauguration


So who is going to the Boston Women's March for America on Saturday? Do you have your Pussy Hat ?




It will be a balmy 47 degrees. Come walk the Freedom (from bigotry, bullying and misogyny) Trail!

Comments

[guthmeister.livejournal.com]

I'm marching in Boston and would LOVE a hat but I don't knit. Do you know where I might procure one? Alternatively, I've found a couple of patterns online for DIY hats using stretchy fleece. I went to the craft store in Inman Square today to buy some fleece but was told they only sell "natural materials." Heh heh....this fleece is polyester all the way so I walked away empty handed ; )

[serious-noir.livejournal.com]

I picked mine up at Craftwork Somerville (https://www.craftwork.rocks/) but they are all out – they have a notice that Laura's Sewing School (http://www.laurassewingschool.com/) in Arlington still has some.

I'm trying to think of a pithy sign to make and carry.

[guthmeister.livejournal.com]

Thank you!

And, yes, a pithy sign is of utmost importance. I went a little nuts at Michaels in Porter Square and bought several shades of pink and red felt + Sharpies + sturdy poster board + wooden handles + a hot pink feather boa. I am making a pussy-themed sign with a "read my lips" slogan of yet-to-be-determined pith.

[serious-noir.livejournal.com]

That sounds awesome! I'm mulling something like "Grab THIS!" with a raised fist symbol but I'm still hoping for inspiration to kick in...

[hammercock.livejournal.com]

Just so you know, I've read today that organizers are now expecting something like 60K marchers just in Boston, and thus are upping the security. That means no big bags or backpacks and no signs on sticks (but foamcore handles might work). You might also want to look into procuring clear plastic tote bags or backpacks for carrying things with you. Local department stores or sporting goods stores might have them (the operative term is "NFL stadium approved").

[serious-noir.livejournal.com]

Nothing on the Boston Women's March web site (http://bostonwomensmarchforamerica.org/)about that. Do you have a link or a reference? Otherwise it is just probably naysayer nonsense. I wouldn't be surprised at that.

[guthmeister.livejournal.com]

I haven't see anything about backpacks and signs on sticks in regards to the Boston march. But I have seen those restrictions on the Women's March in DC. This week, to be on the safe side, I ordered a cheap, clear, plastic backpack from Amazon and scrounged some cardboard tubes (from wrapping paper) to use as "sticks." But I'll probably stick with the wooden ones I bought at Michael's if I don't see an official ban because wood is so much sturdier. It never hurts to be prepared : )

[adrian-turtle.livejournal.com]

Their FAQ http://bostonwomensmarchforamerica.org/4184-2/ specifically says backpacks are allowed. They say "public safety officials always reserve the right to prohibit items they feel may impact public safety," which statement is intended to cover all contingencies without giving actual useful information.

[redbird]

As of this morning, that FAQ says the city has requested no backpacks. Does anyone know where I can get that sort of plastic backpack around here on short notice? (I can fit quite a bit into the pockets of my ski parka, but don't want to have to unzip it to get at snacks and such.)

[hammercock.livejournal.com]

I was trying to find where I'd seen it on Facebook yesterday and just managed to dig it up now. Someone posted this in the Progressive Democrats of Massachusetts group:

Please read (this info came from an email to Community Partners):
"With the larger-than-expected crowd we are now anticipating, we are increasing security protocols for the safety of everyone. Please note that in the interest of everyone's public safety, the City of Boston strongly discourages bringing large backpacks or other bags. Furthermore, we have received additional guidance that marchers should avoid bringing signs on poles or wooden sticks. Public safety officials have the authority to confiscate any materials they view as a potential threat to safety."

[ceelove.livejournal.com]

I'm going to the DC protest, and my sign will say "My pussy, my choice!"

[drunktuesdays.livejournal.com]

Laura's Sewing School has a voicemail up saying that they still have pussyhats, and they'll be open til 10PM tonight handing them out!

[kent37.livejournal.com]

I'm going, I have a pussy hat! Fabric Corner in Arlington (corner of Mass Ave and Mill St, below Laura's Sewing School) received a shipment of pink fleece yesterday, try there.

[guthmeister.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I called Laura's this afternoon and the person I spoke with said they'd have hats for sale tomorrow afternoon after 3PM.

[ron_newman]

Someone I know who went to Fabric Corner says "As of 10AM they still had a bolt left."

[kelkyag]

Going! My hat should be done tonight. I could make one more for Saturday if someone wants -- crochet rather than knit, so less stretch, so knowing what size head it's for would be handy.

[prunesnprisms.livejournal.com]

Going! Not wearing a hat.

[ron_newman]

Going, most likely with other members of Temple B'nai Brith who are meeting in front of the Porter Square ex-Walgreens at 9:30 am.

[fefie.livejournal.com]

Going! Not wearing a hat.