On Tuesday, May 5, the newly formed Millis Republican Town committee held an election forum in which people running for office presented or had their letters written.
The two candidates for Select Board Erin Underhill and Jim McCay answered numerous questions from the organizers and the attendees.
This is a link to a video of the event, which took about an hour and twenty minutes.
May Day Is a Day of Action
May Day is when we build collective muscle — and use it. It's a day to stand up against the concentrated power of those who use money and influence to steal our future.
Hear Ezra Levin from Indivisible explain why this moment matters: link
Millis is taking it to the street.
From April 27 through May 1, Millis Democracy will be holding signs on Route 109W, across from Town Hall, during evening rush hour (4:30–5:30 PM). Our message to our neighbors driving by:
We need 3–6 people each day. One person can easily carry two signs, so every volunteer counts.
👉 Sign up on SignUp Genius to hold a sign on one or more days: link
Show your neighbors that Millis shows up.
Coordinate among each other who will pick up & drop off signs at Martha's shed. Email Martha martha@millisdemocracy.org for address.
The signs have numbers. The US flag can go anywhere or be left out. One sign can take a little flag.
Welcome to the online home of the Millis Democracy Group!
We're so glad you've found us. Here in Millis, we believe in the power of an engaged and informed citizenry. This website serves as a central hub for our community, dedicated to fostering open dialogue, promoting civic participation, and ensuring that every voice is heard in the democratic process.
Whether you're a long-time resident or new to our wonderful town, we invite you to explore, learn, and connect. Here you'll find:
Information about upcoming meetings and events: Stay up-to-date on opportunities to gather, discuss, and act.
Resources for civic engagement: Discover how you can make a difference, from local elections to town initiatives.
Opportunities for respectful discussion: Share your perspectives and hear from fellow Millis residents on important local issues.
Our strength lies in our collective commitment to a vibrant and responsive local government. We encourage you to join us, contribute your ideas, and help shape the future of Millis.
Thank you for being a part of the Millis Democracy Group. Let's work together to strengthen our community!
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We will stand out 10:30am-12noon, in front of Town Hall on both sides of the street
Speakers and Singing at 11:30am
RSVP here
If you wish to speak at 11:30, please register at the info table.
Expected speakers so far: Millis Coffee & Conversations Amy Cohen, Millis Food Bank director Elizabeth Derwin, Senator Becca Rausch, Representative James Arena-DeRosa, Selectboard Erin Underhill, US Rep candidate Jason Poulos, UCC Millis Minister James Adams, Millis resident Joris Friedman-Wils
Accessible parking is around town hall.
General parking is at Clyde Brown and High School
Support local families by donating cereal, pasta sauce, juice boxes, tuna and laundry detergent.
Donation boxes provided
If you have been to events before please consider being a marshal or greeter of new attendees. We have materials to hand out.
Safety Marshals (not law enforcement) can be identified by the blue bibs they wear. Contact one of them in case you see suspicious or worrisome activity, or there is a medical issue.
Nonviolent participation is the paramount goal. Please do not engage in any activity that puts this at risk.
Counter-protesters or provocateurs may attempt to drag you into an exchange. Please do not engage, simply ignore. Talk to the person standing next to you or just look away.
Stay on the sidewalk and off the street. If the numbers are significant we will stand out on both sides of the street. Use the crosswalks – please do not j-walk.
We have met with the Millis police chief, and he has assisted us in crafting our safety plan. He has educated his officers on duty that day regarding our event.
Visit our information table and learn how to be further involved in community service and resistance work!
Introduce yourself to people you don’t know – we are building community!
Come to the steps of town hall at 11:30, if you like, for some singing and speakers.
Bundle up, it’s going to be chilly!
Have a joyous, peaceful, activist day!!
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Boston main events start at 2:00PM so you can get there and attend Millis.
Framingham Finale at 5:00PM to make a Human Peace Sign on the common.
Let us gather in front of Town Hall Millis to support our democracy and the bill of rights. Let's make new friends with those who share this passion.
We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.
What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.
When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.
On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us!
The Millis Democratic Caucus will be held Tuesday, March 10 from 7pm-8pm at the Millis Town Hall. The purpose of the caucus is to elect delegates to attend the 2026 Democratic State Convention. Delegates will vote to determine which state-wide candidates appear on primary ballots.
All Democrats registered to vote in Millis are invited to participate and are encouraged to run for convention delegate. The convention will take place May 29-30 at the DCU Center in Worcester.
The caucus is open to the public and press, but only Millis’s registered and pre-registered Democrats are eligible to run and vote. Pre-registered Democrats must be at least 16 years old on the caucus date. Party affiliation change is possible at the caucus or in advance online Massachusetts Online Voter Registration System.
Registration will open at 6:30 PM. The caucus will begin at 7:00 PM. The caucus doors will close at 7:15 PM. Everyone waiting in line to register at 7:15 PM will be admitted to the caucus. Anyone admitted after 7:15 PM will be designated as a guest and will not be able to run for delegate or to vote.
Those running as a delegate or alternate should be present at the caucus or on zoom to be elected. However, if there are not enough candidates present to fill all delegate and alternate positions, two-thirds of those present and voting may move to have a candidate’s name placed in nomination despite the candidate’s absence, provided that the candidate has notified the Chair of their interest in running.
Millis Democrats will vote to elect 6 delegates and 4 alternates to represent Millis at the convention. Those not selected as a convention delegate or an alternate, and who meet the qualifications, can apply separately to be an add-on delegate in the following categories: youth, minority, disabled, LGBTQ+, veteran, or ask about being a convention volunteer. This year’s convention will be a Nominating Convention, where we meet to hear from those running for office in 2026 and vote to determine which candidates advance to the Democratic primary ballot.
To get zoom details and/or to let us coming register here.
More details to come!
Millis Democracy and the Resistance Salon invite the community to gather together in peace on
Bring your own candles or LED lights. Afterwards, we will discuss a carpool to an area mourning event in the area this weekend.
To get updates, please register here. For more events in the area see MNW Upper Charles Action Hub.
Discussion on H.4744, "An Act relative to energy affordability, clean power and economic competitiveness
The rapidly moving bill, H.4744, would undo much of Massachusetts's progress in combating climate change as noted in Metrowest Daily News on 11/22!!!
To discuss this bill Representative James Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, Hopkinton, Sherborn, and Millis invites his constituents, in particular those who care about balancing energy affordability and the transition to clean energy, to a listening session on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00 am. Gilman Room, Holliston Public Library, 752 Washington Street.
To RSVP, please fill out this form by noon on January 2nd. Additionally, we ask that you disclose whether you would like to take two minutes to present/speak on a topic related to these issues to the group.
