​JOIN US FOR A STANDOUT

JUNE 20, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 AM

SIDEWALK IN FRONT OF THE BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY

ALL ARE WELCOME.
BRING A SIGN IF YOU CAN.

PROPOSED BUDGET CUTS WOULD REDUCE LIBRARY HOURS FROM 6 DAYS PER WEEK TO 4, ELIMINATE FRIDAY & SATURDAY ACCESS, REDUCE STAFFING LEVELS, INCREASE WAIT TIMES FOR ASSISTANCE, AND RESULT IN FEWER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN, TEENS & ADULTS.​

non-perishable food pantry donations accepted at all standouts for the bridgewater food pantry.​

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BCCR Statement of non-violence

we agree to be nonviolent in all public activities, actions, and internal controversies and other situations in which we represent bccr. being mindful of this goal, we hereby adopt this statement of nonviolence.

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We use our anger at injustice as a nonviolent force for change.

We refrain from insults, swearing, or hate speech—including on signs.

We never assault those who oppose or disagree with us.

We protect even those who oppose us from insult or harm.

We respect everyone we encounter.

We follow the guidance of our safety coordinators (in yellow vests).
We carry no weapons.

We do not vandalize property.
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If a situation escalates, we de-escalate or walk away.

in the event of a serious disagreement, after attempting all reasonable means to diffuse the situation, we will remove ourselves from the locale.

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