Genesee Valley Guardian Vol 2, Issue 7
Genesee Valley Guardian
Vol 2, Issue 7 – February 17, 2026
“STAND UP, FIGHT BACK!” RALLY REPORT
The fifth “Stand Up, Fight Back” Saturday Rally was a gathering at the Avon, NY, Village Circle Park on February 14, 2026 with approximately 100 protesters. Participants expressed anger over the lack of transparency around the Epstein Files and frustration with stonewalling by the Justice Department. Currently, Congress seems to be capitulating, accepting partial releases and distractions and the executive overreach of tracking Congresspersons’ efforts to investigate the unredacted files. When will Congress enforce their own Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed into law in November of 2025?
“Shaped by the winding path of the Genesee River and its tributaries, Avon, NY, is an agricultural community crisscrossed by historic railroads and waterways. Once known as a wellness resort destination with spring-fed spas, Avon continues to draw travelers looking for refreshing recreation opportunities. … Lake meets river at the center of Avon where an outlet from Conesus Lake courses under historic railroad bridges and spills into the Genesee. The meeting of waterways is mirrored by the adjacent intersection of state routes 5 and 20.” Learn more about Avon, NY, from Explore Genesee Valley!
GENESEE VALLEY VOICES
From an authentic, but anonymous, Genesee Valley Voice.
KEEP THE MOMENTUM GOING
RALLY IN HEMLOCK (NY) – NY4ALL MEANS ICE OUT
Thursday, 2/19 – 4pm to 5pm
Rtes 15A & 20A Junction, Hemlock
FLXMakersCollective and People’s Action will form a Visibility Brigade to spell “NY4All” and “TENNEY4NO_ONE”
This is a single-message event.
Taking our support on the road Saturday February 21st!
Carpooling encouraged! Invite a friend!
Weekly Geneseo Wednesday and Friday Protests
Wednesdays and Fridays — 3:00–4:00 PM (Winter Schedule)
Gateway Corner Park in Geneseo, NY (across from Wegmans)
Join the ‘Genesee Valley Visibles’ – all are welcome, even if you can only stay for 10 minutes!
Weekly Hemlock Protest
Wednesdays — 3:30–4:30 PM (Winter Schedule)
This week only: 4pm to 5pm on Thursday, 2/19. See the flyer and details above, “RALLY IN HEMLOCK (NY) – NY4ALL MEANS ICE OUT.”
Southeast Corner of Rt 15A and Rt 20A (aka “Dollar General Corner”)
Organized by Hemlock Rising Indivisible (hemlockrising8@gmail.com)
PUPs: Pop-Up Protests
Short, pointed, “unexpected” protests across the county
“Silent Sentinels” (black clothing, “Signs of Fascism“) – ongoing
Two more PUPs in planning, one requiring only dark sunglasses (and regular clothes)
Interested? Contact Shân
NYS ACTIONS
NY4All Mobilization Feb. 25th
Transport from Geneseo, NY, & lunch provided by Alianza Agrìcola.
Registration Deadline is Friday, February 20th. Won’t you join us!?
Day of Action – DEFEND NEW YORK!
On March 10th, New Yorkers from across the state will rally in Albany to demand accountability from Governor Hochul as communities face rising costs, new fossil fuel projects, attacks on immigrants, and cuts to essential services—while corporations continue to profit. Climate, housing, immigrant, health, and economic justice movements are uniting to demand a New York that is sustainable, affordable, and safe for all. Buses will travel from multiple regions to Albany—because when we move together, we win together. More information on bus departure locations coming soon; register to stay updated.
NATIONAL INDIVISIBLE NEWS
What’s the Plan Zoom Meeting
Weekly, national, interactive Zoom with Indivisible co-CEOs.
LIVE – Thursdays from 3pm to 4pm (2026 registration link)
PODCAST – Available to listen on Fridays
Weekly Phonebank
Indivisible is holding phonebanks every Tuesday at 1pm ET– that’s right, every Tuesday!
UPCOMING EVENTS
GVI Weekly Community Meeting
2/19 – Nick Pavio shares an overview of the SAVE Act, passed by the House of Representatives and pending in the US Senate.
Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, Geneseo, NY
Welcome. No RSVP required.
Enter through the red door in the back of the church.
Weather cancellations will be emailed to all GVI members by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Join our member email list
SUPPORT GENESEE VALLEY INDIVISIBLE
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REPORT FROM LAST WEEK’S COMMUNITY MEETING
Leadership Structure Change for Genesee Valley Indivisible
At GVI’s community meeting last Thursday, Walter Pond announced a change in the leadership structure of the organization. He said that in order to create better communication among teams and throughout GVI’s membership, the current Steering Committee is being dissolved. It is being replaced by a “Leadership Team,” composed of the Team Leads of the existing teams. The Leadership Team will include:
Artists Team Lead: Jeanne Donley
Events Team Co-Leads: Pat Pawalczyk and Gary Koplun
Social Activities Co-Leads: Suanne Grove and Pam Maxson
Social Media Team Members: Maryann Reissig and Pam White
Advocacy Team Members: Jennifer Pavio and Nick Pavio
GVI Organizer: Walter Pond
If you have questions or suggestions for the Leadership Team, please contact any of us directly or email info@geneseevalleyindivisible.org.
Safety Marshal Training
Read Letters to the Editor submitted by GVI members. The Advocacy Team is posting them to our website with links to the newspapers where they’re published.
Local Postcard Campaign
Additional details and pickup options available. Use the button below to request postcards.
Recommended BUT NOT REQUIRED donation: $5 for every 10 cards.
The Genesee Valley Guardian is a newsletter of Genesee Valley Indivisible, Geneseo, NY.