Plymouth For All

08/01/2026

See below to download your 2026 Gregory Peace Prize Nomination!

The Gregory Peace Prize was inspired by Dick and Lillian Gregory who, working together, made profound and lasting contributions to civil rights, social justice and peace – both nationally and globally. Their lifetime of work resulted in their
designation as Plymouth’s First Peace Laureates in 2025.
Anyone can nominate a Plymouth Resident for significant contributions to peace,
including social justice and humanitarian efforts, in our community, our commonwealth, our country or our world.

07/29/2026

This Wednesday's Book Share is: The Country of the Blind, A Memoir at The End of Sight by Andrew Leland.

'We meet Andrew Leland as he’s suspended in the liminal state of the soon-to-be he’s midway through his life with retinitis pigmentosa, a condition that ushers those who live with it from sightedness to blindness over years, even decades. He grew up with full vision, but starting in his teenage years, his sight began to degrade from the outside in, such that he now sees the world as if through a narrow tube. Soon—but without knowing exactly when—he will likely have no vision left."

"Thought-provoking and brimming with warmth and humor, The Country of the Blind is a deeply personal and intellectually exhilarating tour of a way of being that most of us have never paused to consider—and from which we have much to learn."
Goodreads.com,

07/26/2026

This July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month—a time to honor disability identity, community, and the ongoing work toward full inclusion.

🗓️ July 26 marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law in 1990. This landmark civil rights legislation protects the rights of people with disabilities and has helped expand access to employment, public spaces, transportation, goods, services, and communication.

✨ 2026 Theme: "The World Works Better With Us."

This theme reminds us that inclusion benefits everyone. Every step toward accessibility helps create stronger, safer, and more welcoming communities.

Let's continue working toward a world where every person is valued, included, and empowered to participate fully.

💙 Happy Disability Pride Month!

🔗 Learn more about this year's theme and ways to celebrate:
https://thearc.org/blog/why-and-how-to-celebrate-disability-pride-month/

07/14/2026

Today is International Non-Binary People's Day! This day is celebrated annually on July 14 to raise global awareness and celebrate individuals who identify outside the traditional male-female gender binary. Join in by learning more, sharing inclusive resources, and supporting organizations dedicated to LGBTQ+ equality.

07/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 Outstanding Citizenship Award recipients! 🎉

👏 Molly St. Gelais
👏 Zachary Hogge
👏 Rebecca Jankowski

These inspiring Plymouth students were recognized for their exceptional commitment to creating a more inclusive, compassionate, and equitable community. In addition to receiving the Outstanding Citizenship Award, each student was honored with official citations from both the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Senate, making it an especially meaningful evening.

We are incredibly proud of their leadership, courage, and dedication to standing up for others. Congratulations, Molly, Zachary, and Rebecca—we are grateful for the positive impact you are making and wish you continued success!

💙 About the Outstanding Citizenship Award

Presented by Plymouth for All, this award recognizes high school students who demonstrate a commitment to social justice by challenging discrimination or bigotry, celebrating diversity, and protecting the civil rights of others in our community.

Recipients may be recognized for:
✨ Standing up against discrimination or hate
✨ Promoting inclusion and equity
✨ Creative expressions that inspire positive change
✨ Meaningful acts of leadership and advocacy that strengthen our community

Your actions remind us that one person truly can make a difference. Thank you for helping make Plymouth a place where everyone belongs.

07/07/2026

🌈 July is Disability Pride Month! 💙

This month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities while recognizing disability as a natural and valuable part of human diversity.

Disability Pride Month also honors the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990—a landmark civil rights law that expanded access, opportunity, and protections for millions of Americans.

✨ 2026 Theme: "The World Works Better With Us." — selected by The Arc's National Council of Self-Advocates.

This year's theme reminds us that inclusion benefits everyone. Together, we can challenge ableism, promote accessibility, amplify disabled voices, and build communities where every person is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Let's celebrate diversity, advocate for equity, and continue creating a world where everyone belongs. 💙♿

06/19/2026

Today is Juneteenth!
✨ Celebrate Juneteenth with Purpose ✨
🛍️ Support Black-Owned Businesses
Make a difference with your dollars! Spend the day—or the entire weekend—visiting Black-owned restaurants, cafés, boutiques, bookstores, and other local businesses.
📚 Learn & Reflect
Take a moment to explore the history of June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, announcing the end of the Civil War and the freedom of all enslaved people. Be sure to check out our posts from earlier this week to learn more about the significance of Juneteenth.
🏛️ Explore Educational Exhibits
Visit local museums, historical sites, archives, or cultural centers that share stories of emancipation, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of civil rights in America.
❤️ Honor the Past. Celebrate Freedom. Continue Learning.

06/18/2026

Juneteenth is tomorrow-June 19th!
Listen to this video where a historian explains the deeper meaning of Juneteenth!

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06/16/2026

Learn more about the historical legacy of Juneteenth. It's coming this Friday June 19th!

Juneteenth is an often overlooked event in our nation’s history. On June 19, 1865, Union troops freed enslaved African Americans in Galveston Bay and across Texas some two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.

06/15/2026

Check out this video from Harvard Professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. on the significance and history of Juneteenth!

Henry Louis Gates Jr. told CBS News that marking Juneteenth as a federal holiday was a long time coming. CBS News Streaming Network is th...