Greetings from Kate
Dear Democrats,

It’s hard to believe that it is less than a month since the inauguration. I recall sitting here four weeks ago as I wrote my remarks. I was feeling apprehensive. Well we see how much has happened in just four weeks.

“The Resistance” has become a thing. People have marched; people are making phone calls; people are meeting and talking.

“When Democrats get angry, they march. When Republicans get angry they vote.” I’ve been told that this is a Barney Frank quote. We can do both. We need to be sure that we backup our words with action.

This week I have a section called #Resistance. I share details on an opportunity for us as volunteers to utilize technology to connect voters in swing states with their legislators to support the Affordable Care Act.

Keep meeting, keep talking, keep marching. But be ready to do more. Make phone calls to legislators. Register voters. Knock on doors for good candidates.

And remember, “Nevertheless, she persisted.”

Democratically yours, 
Kate Donaghue 

PS Events and schedules change rapidly. Matt and I work hard to get the most up to date information, but sometimes we don’t receive notices of changes. Weather can cause cancellations and postponements as well. If in doubt, watch MassDems calendar and check with the organizers. 

#Resistance – ACA Defender
Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are working to repeal the Affordable Care Act leaving millions of Americans without access to health insurance. We can’t stand by and allow that to happen. Join 1199 SEIU and Health Care for All to defend the Affordable Care Act from the Trump presidency.

During Congressional recess, we need your help making calls to voters in key battleground states. You’ll help voters effectively share their stories with Members of Congress using Hubdialer patch-through technology. You’ll make sure their voices are heard loud and clear.

Sign-up to be an ACA Defender with us. All you need is a phone, a computer connected to the internet and a commitment to attend a brief training over the phone. Whether you make calls from home, join an existing event or host a phone bank of your own, we need your help. RSVP for a shift today.

Together, we can take on Donald Trump and defend health care for millions of Americans. Sign-up to join us.

Sign up to make calls from home or at a phone bank Tuesday, February 21st through Friday, March 3rd, with lunchtime and evening shifts scheduled on most days. Or sign up to make calls from home. Use the link below to RSVP.

RSVP: http://bit.ly/2kw52HK 

Ideas for Committees – Meeting Structure
Many people who have not previously engaged in politics are looking to engage. Some of them are looking for their local Democratic Committee. This is an important time to structure your meetings so that people feel welcome and are ready to check things out. 1) People are more ready to come to something informal. When someone is unfamiliar with a group, a person is more likely to go to an event where people will be coming and going. People have told me that they have gone to events structured that way so they could leave easily if it wasn’t a good fit or because only a limited amount of time was available. This kind of gathering won’t work for every meeting but use an open house format or social gathering occasionally. 
2) In a meeting format, build in some informal time. If your venue allows it, schedule 15 to 30 minutes of refreshments and networking. For example, a meeting can be set with a schedule of: 
6:30 pm Refreshments and networking 
7:00 pm Business meeting 
People have social time and the business meeting is more likely to start on time. 
3) If you have a speaker structure some time for mingling. If a candidate has taken the time to attend your meeting, build in time before or after he or she speaks so the candidate can talk informally with attendees. Give the speaker a specific time to speak, for example 7:15pm to 7:45pm. Then use 7:15pm to 8:00pm for a break. 
4) End meetings on schedule but gather socially after the meeting. People like to talk over coffee or drinks. 
There is no one size fits all. You can vary formats and try different things. Or if you find something that works, stick with it. 

DNC Officers Election Information
If you are interested in the the election of DNC officers here is some information: 
Visit: https://www.democrats.org/page/dnc-2016-officer-elections 
Use it as your go-to resource to get up-to-date information on the elections process, our Regional Future Forums, and links to live streams of our past Forums. It will continue to evolve as we get closer to the Elections for national office in February. 
For an overview of the process go here:  
I hope that you find the information helpful. 

Caucus Information
LINK: http://massdems.org/caucuses/info-for-chairs 
This page has links to the schedule, the preliminary call and more. 
Note: please read the Method of Selecting Democrats in full. This is not a substitute for the complete document. 
Pre-registered Democrats need to born on or prior to September 11, 2000. Those who are pre-registered and will be 18 on or before primary day in 2018 are eligible to take part in the caucus and run for delegate.

Online registration can be done at: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr/ 

Mass Senate Community Conversations
COMMONWEALTH COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS 2017 
https://malegislature.gov/CC/News 
Locations and Hosts: 
02/28 SOUTH SHORE: Senators John Keenan, Michael Rush, Richard Ross, Patrick O’Connor, and Walter Timilty. 
03/07 SOUTHEAST: Senators Vinny deMacedo, Julian Cyr, and Michael Brady. 
03/14 CENTRAL MASS: Senators Harriette Chandler, Anne Gobi, Jen Flanagan, Ryan Fattman, and Michael Moore. 
03/21 NORTHEAST: Senators Kathleen O’Connor Ives, Bruce Tarr, Eileen Donoghue, and Barbara L’Italien. 
03/28 WMASS: Senators Don Humason, Adam Hinds, Eric Lesser, Jim Welch, and Senate President Stan Rosenberg. 
04/04 METROWEST: Senators Jamie Eldridge, Karen Spilka, Cynthia Creem and Mike Barrett. 
04/11 NORTH SHORE: Senators Joan Lovely, Sal DiDomenico, Jason Lewis, Ken Donnelly and Thomas McGee. 

Recurring Sections and Dispatch Information
To subscribe to the Dispatch – send an email to DDemDispatch-subscribe@yahoogroups.com 
How to Send an Event to the Dispatch – click here for info 

You Have to Laugh Occasionally – Edited by Matt Shear
Nina L. Diamond – Flynn resigns to spend more time with Putin’s family. 
Frank Conniff – Replacing Flynn is a highly classified matter of national security, so we won’t know anything until the next time Trump dines at Mar-A-Lago. 

Event details:

02/17/2017 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast
Friday, February 17, 7 – 9 AM
Mel’s Commonwealth Cafe, 310 Commonwealth Rd., Wayland, MA 01778 (Rt. 30 at East Plain St.)
Join us for eggs and conversation over easy. Stop in when you can and stay as long as you like. Candidates who wish to speak please contact WDTC Chair Michael Gilbreath at gildell@mac.com. Address questions to same or for more info visit https://www.facebook.com/waylanddems 

02/18/2017 Greater Lowell Area Democrats (GLAD) Monthly Breakfast Meeting
Saturday, February 18, 8 – 10 AM
Independence Bar & Grill/Radisson, 10 Independence Dr., Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
$7 requested donation to cover room and breakfast. GLAD member communities: Bedford, Billerica, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Dracut, Groton, Lowell, Pepperell, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. For more info email sweeney133@verizon.net. 

02/18/2017 Yarmouth Dems Meeting
Saturday, February 18, 1 PM
Selectmen’s Room, Town Hall, Yarmouth
Monthly meeting of the Yarmouth Democratic Town Committee. All Yarmouth Democrats are invited to attend. Entrance will be from the side door. Questions: contact Bob Isadore at velore20@gmail.com. 
Meeting dates: 3/4, 4/15, 5/20, 6/17, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18. 

*02/18/2017 A Conversation with MA Dems Chair Gus Bickford – Outer Cape*
Saturday, February 18, 1 – 3 PM
Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet
Organized by the Outer Cape Democratic Coalition. Democratic State Party Chair Gus Bickford will highlight the role of Massachusetts grassroots organizations in preserving and protecting our democracy. For more information please contact Lydia Vivante at 508-237-3133 or wellfleetdems@gmail.com. 

*02/18/2017 Community Meeting with New Senate Energy Chair Mike Barrett*
Saturday, February 18, 2 – 3:30 PM
Watertown Free Public Library 123 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
Senator Mike Barrett will join Sen. Will Brownsberger at a meeting this Saturday. Mike was appointed this week as the Senate Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Our planned community discussion on energy and climate legislation in the 2017 – 2018 legislative session will be a special chance to get a sense of where things are headed (as well as a chance to help me shape my priorities). For more info see https://www.facebook.com/events/385945578430537/ 

02/18/2017 Holliston Dems Comedy Night
Saturday, February 18, 7:30 PM
Anthony’s on the Green, 212 Prentice St, Holliston, MA 01746
Laughter is the best medicine. Join the Holliston Demcoratic Town Committee and Graig Murphy, rising star on the Boston comedy scene. You get a great night out and support local grassroots candidate. Tickets are $35 and include admission, coffee and light refreshments. Cash bar. To purchase tickets contact Megan O’Brien at obrinemegn@aol.com or Lee DeSorgher at desorgherl@verizon.net. 

*02/19/2017 President’s Day Special: Humor for Humanity: Jimmy Tingle in the age of Trump*
Sunday, February 19, 7:30 PM
Live Stream broadcast on Concert Window 
https://www.concertwindow.com/1188-jimmy-tingle 
Pay what you can!Proceeds to benefit Humor for Humanity a new social enterprise founded by comedian and commentator Jimmy Tingle. 

02/20/2017 Shrewsbury DTC Caucus and Meeting
Monday, February 20, 7 PM
Community Room at Southgate, 30 Julio Drive, Shrewsbury.
Our meetings are open to any interested Democrat, not just members! For more information contact ShrewsburyDTC@Gmail.com. 

*02/20/2017 Lynn Democratic City Committee Meeting with Gus Bickford*
Monday, February 20, 7 PM
Hibernian Hall, 104 Federal St., Lynn
Democratic Party Chair Gus Bickford will be the Guest Speaker. 
Meeting dates: 4/24, 5/22, 6/19, 9/18, 10/23. 
For further information, please contact Chair Agnes Ricko, alfredricko@comcast.net, 781-599-9347. 

02/21/2017 YDMA Event with Former US Senator Mo Cowan
Tuesday, February 21, 5:30 PM
Mintz Levin One Financial Center, 38th Floor Boston
Young Democrats of Massachusetts Black Caucus Kickoff with special guest, former US Senator Mo Cowan. 
https://www.facebook.com/events/1802208350044984/ 

02/21/2017 Westborough DTC Meeting with Jay Gonzalez
Tuesday, February 21, 7 PM
Tatnuck Bookseller, 18 Lyman Street, Westborough
Jay Gonzalez, candidate for Governor, will be addressing the group. For more information contact KateDonaghue@aol.com. 

*02/21/2017 Boston Ward 5 Democratic Committee Meeting*
Tuesday, February 21, 7 PM
First Church of Boston (66 Marlborough Street in the Back Bay).
Agenda includes: Hearing from newly elected Democratic National Committee member Mel Poindexter regarding some of the challenges facing the Democratic party and the upcoming DNC election; Vote on setting Committee dues for 2017; Fill a vacancy in the office of Treasurer; Vote to select a slate of delegates for the March 18 Ward 5 Democratic Caucus. For more info email ward5boston@gmail.com. 

02/22/2017 Merrimack Valley Young Dems Annual Meeting and Elections
Wednesday, February 22, 6:30 PM
Salvatore’s Restaurant at 354 Merrimack Street in Lawrence
Contact: JessicaFinocchiaro@gmail.com . 

*02/22/2017 Women Organizing to Win Panel*
Wednesday, February 22, 6:30 – 8:45 PM
Christa Mcauliffe Branch Library Community Room, 746 Water St., Framingham, MA 01701
co-hosted by MetroWest Commission on the Status of Women with Emerge Massachusetts on “Women Organizing to Win”. Panelists to be announced shortly. Discussion will include what steps are necessary to prepare yourself to run for office. Q&A included. RSVP to http://bit.ly/WOWRSVP or email Ryanne.Olsen@emergema.org. 

*02/22/2017 Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Wednesday, February 22, 7 PM
Natick Town Hall, School Committee Room, 13 E. Central Street, Natick MA 01760
Guest speaker Rep. David Linsky (Fifth Middlesex), who will talk about the Massachusett’s legislature’s response to the Trump agenda. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/NatickDemocraticTownCommittee/ 

02/22/2017 Stow DTC Meeting
Wednesday, February 22, 7:15 PM
Stow Library

*02/23/2017 Chicopee Democratic City Committee Meeting with Rep. John Tosado*
Thursday, February 23, 6 PM
Chicopee Public Library 449 Front Street Chicopee, MA 
Guest speaker, State Representative Jose F. Tosado. 
Please join us promptly at6:00pm on an array of topics, including current legislative session, Disability, safety and access, followed by Q and A. Come early and bring your friend. 
Contact: sharonannjewell@aol.com 

*02/23/2017 Cambridge Democratic City Committee Meeting*
Thursday, February 23, 7 PM
Cambridge Citywide Senior Center, 806 Massachusetts Avenue
Wards may meet at 6:30. 
The CDCC says: “We have added a newly-scheduled CDCC meeting so that we can come together and continue organizing. The incredible fire shown by Democrats here and across the country gives us great hope, and we all want to channel our energy into effective action. We expect to hear from several of our elected officials and candidates for office, and also from some local action groups such as Cambridge Area Stronger Together (CAST), Indivisible Cambridge, Sister District Project, Our Revolution Cambridge, and [others to be announced]. We’re excited for this opportunity to move forward, and we hope you are too!” For more info see http://www.cambridgedems.com 

*02/23/2017 Sudbury Democrats Meeting*
Thursday, February 23, 7:15 PM
Sudbury Senior Center, 40 Fairbank Rd, Sudbury, MA 01776

02/23/2017 Watertown Dems Meeting with Boston City Councilor Josh Zakim
Thursday, February 23, 7:30 PM
Lower Hearing Room of the Watertown Town Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown.
Monthly meeting of Watertwon Democratic Town Committee. 
Contact watertowndems@gmail.com 

02/25/2017 Worcester County Democratic Organizing Breakfast
Saturday, February 25, 9 – 11 AM
The Manor Banquet Facility, 42 W. Boylston St., West Boylston, MA 01583
Join Congressman McGovern for a Worcester County Organizing Breakfast. Join Democratic leaders and activists from around Worcester County for breakfast and breakout sessions to help build on our strong Democratic base in Central Massachusetts. Breakfast: 9:00 -10:00 AM; Breakout Sessions: 10:00 -11:00 AM. Tickets: $25/Students: $10/Table: $150 (Limited space. Open to City/Town Committees or interested groups.) Donations can be made online at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/dembkfast2017 or by mail. Checks payable to: Re-Elect McGovern Committee, PO Box 60405, Worcester, MA 01606. Kindly RSVP to Seth@JimMcGovern.com. For questions or more information please call Seth Nadeau at 508-795-1998. 

*02/25/2017 Coffee and Conversation with Mehreen Butt for Selectman*
Saturday, February 25, 9 AM
Cibo Cafe and Bistro, 1179 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880 
Meet Mehreen Butt for coffee and conversation on Sunday. For those who are interested, following the coffee hour, we will be talking to neighbors door to door in Wakefield. If interested, folks can email me at mehreennb@gmail.com. More information about me is at voteformehreen.com and my FaceBook page – mehreenforselectman. 

*02/25/2017 Wellfleet Dems Caucus and Meeting*
Saturday, February 25, 9 AM
Wellfleet Public Library, 55 West Main Street, Wellfleet
Wheelchair accessible. 
Wellfleet Democrats will hold a caucus to elect delegates to the 2017 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. A business meeting will follow the caucus. For more information, please visit wellfleetdems.org. 

02/25/2017 Shutesbury Town Democratic Committee Caucus and Annual Meeting
Saturday, February 25, 10 AM
Shutesbury Town Hall, 1 Cooleyville Road
For more info contact Chair, Penelope Kim, at Pen2noho@msn.com. 

*02/25/2017 Millis Democratic Town Committee Meeting and Caucus*
Saturday, February 25, 10 AM
Room 130 of the Veterans Memorial Building/Town Hall at 900 Main St. (Route 109)
Caucus at 10 am, immediately followed by meeting. New members and pre-registered youth warmly invited to attend. For questions call 508 479-5917 or email Lisa at ljhardin312@verizon.net. 

02/27/2017 Ludlow Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Monday, February 27, 7 PM
Ludlow High School, 500 Chapin Street
For more info contact LDTC Chair Jake Oliveira at jake.oliveira@gmail.com. 

02/27/2017 Marblehead Democratic Town Committee 
Monday, February 27, 7 – 9 PM
Marblehead Community Center, 10 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA

02/28/2017 Matt O’Malley’s Fundraiser with Special Guest Gov. Martin O’Malley
Tuesday, February 28, 5:30 – 7 PM
Carrie Nation, 11 Beacon St., Boston, MA 02108
Please join Boston City Councilor Matt O’Malley at his Winter Fundraising Reception with special guest Gov. Martin O’Malley (former Mayor of Baltimore, Governor of Maryland, and 2016 Presidential Candidate). We hope you’ll come by for a fun evening with friends as we get ready to kick off our re-election campaign. Suggested Contribution: $50/$100/$200/$500/$1,000. To donate online, please visit https://secure.actblue.com/entity/fundraisers/27415 

02/28/2017 Join Sheriff Steve Tompkins for a Winter Reception
Tuesday, February 28, 5:30 – 7 PM
Doyle’s Cafe, 3484 Washington St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
A reception in honor of Suffolk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins. Suggested Contribution: $50, $100, $250, $500. You may donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/steven-w–tompkins-1#rl1 and for more info visit http://www.votestevetompkins.com 

*02/28/2017 Governor Councillor’s Eileen Duff’s Annual Mardi Gras Party*
Tuesday, February 28, 6 – 9 PM
Napoleon Room at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116
Please Join Senators Stan Rosenberg & Julian Cyr, Representatives Sarah Peake, Kate Hogan, Liz Malia, & Jack Lewis, and others for a Great Night of Mardi Gras Festive Fun in support of Governor’s Councillor Eileen Duff’s Re-Election. Beads and Masks for All. Suggested Donation: $35/$50/$100/$250/$500/$1000 or donate online at http://www.voteduff.com/ 

*02/28/2017 Jay Gonzalez for Governor Launch Reception*
Tuesday, February 28, 6 PM
Central Bistro, 34 Summer Street, Boston
Please join the host committee for a reception in support of Jay Gonzalez. 
$500, $250, $100, $25. 
RSVP Britt Edwards at britt@jay4ma.com 
https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/jay4mafeb28 

02/28/2017 Salem Democratic City Committee Monthly Meeting
Tuesday, February 28, 7 – 8:30 PM
135 Lafayette St., Salem, MA 01970-4828
Monthly Meeting of the Salem Democratic City Committee. We will be devoting a good portion of this meeting to our platform discussion. All members, Salem Democrats and Democratic friends welcome. For more info see http://www.facebook.com/salemdemocrats 

*03/01/2017 Celebrate Maura Healey’s Birthday*
Wednesday, March 1, 5:30 – 7 PM
Central Wharf Company, 160 Milk St., Boston, MA
Tix: $46 to commemorate 46 years. Please RSVP to Tara Healey at Tara@MauraHealey.com. Purchase tickets at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/celebrate46 

*03/01/2017 Doug Arbetter for City Council Campaign Kick-Off*
Wednesday, March 1, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Joey’s Bar & Grill, 344 Chandler St., Worcester, MA 01602
All affordable contributions welcome. Suggested donation levels: $100 – General Admission/$50 – Young Professionals/$250 – Host Committee. Donate online and learn more at http://www.dougarbetter.com/ 

*03/01/2017 Bellingham Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Wednesday, March 1, 7 PM
Municipal Ctr., 10 Mechanic St.
For more info see http://www.bellinghamdems.org 

*03/02/2017 Hudson Democratic Town Committee Meeting and Caucus*
Thursday, March 2, 7:15 PM
Hudson Fire Station, 296 Cox Street
HDTC meeting will take place after the caucus. 

*03/04/2017 Ludlow Democratic Town Committee Annual Breakfast*
Saturday, March 4, 9:30 AM
Villa Rose Restaurant 1428 Center St, Ludlow, MA 01056
This breakfast serves as a forum Ludlow Democrats to hear from our elected officials and from candidates who are running for office. We are pleased to announce that the Ludlow Democratic Town Committee will be recognizing Aaron Saunders with the Democrat of Distinction award. Aaron, a former member of the Ludlow Board of Selectmen, served as chair of the Ludlow Democratic Town Committee and has been an active participant in numerous campaigns to elect Democrats at the national, State and local level. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the event.In order to provide the Villa Rose restaurant with a final count or to reserve tickets, please RSVP by Monday, February 27th. RSVP to LDTC Chair Jake Oliveira at jake.oliveira@gmail.com. 

03/04/2017 Policy Summit with State Senator Julian Cyr
Saturday, March 4, 1 – 5 PM
Cape Cod Community College, 2240 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable, MA 02668
This is the rescheduled date for this event. More info: meaghan@juliancyr.com. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/policy-summit-with-state-senator-julian-cyr-tickets-30530092328 

03/04/2017 Yarmouth Dems Meeting
Saturday, March 4, 1 PM
Selectmen’s Room, Town Hall, Yarmouth
Monthly meeting of the Yarmouth Democratic Town Committee. All Yarmouth Democrats are invited to attend. Entrance will be from the side door. Questions: contact Bob Isadore at velore20@gmail.com. 
Meeting dates:4/15, 5/20, 6/17, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18. 

*03/04/2017 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner with the Plymouth County Democrats*
Saturday, March 4, 6 – 9 PM
The Polish Club, 55 Wales St., Abington, MA 02351
The Dorothy Landry St. Patrick’s Day Dinner. Please join the Plymouth County Democratic League and emcee Jim Cantwell as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and the memory of committed Democratic activist Dorothy Landry. With Irish entertainment from Sean McLaughlin and The Suzanne Dunleavy Irish Step Dancers this is always a fantastic event. Catering provided by the talented Lisa Bezanson: Salad, Full Boiled Dinner, Macaroni & Cheese, Dessert. Cash Bar. $29.95 per person until February 25th – $35 per person thereafter. Pay Online at http://plymdems.com/ or mail check to: PCDL, 834 Nantasket Ave #4, Hull, MA 02045. 

03/05/2017 North Andover Democratic Town Committee Breakfast
Sunday, March 5, 9 AM
North Andover Country Club, 500 Great Pond Road, North Andover
Doors open at 9am. Buffet begins at 9:30am. 
After breakfast, guests will hear from many of our local and state Democratic officials and candidates. Alocal Democrat will be recognized as the 2017 North Andover Democrat of the Year. For tickets, please email or call Chris Allen: 978-886-4846 or nandoverchris@hotmail.com Tickets are $30 each; Tables (10 people) are $300. 
https://www.facebook.com/events/646683942186106/ 

*03/05/2017 Acton Democratic Caucus and Town Committee Meeting*
Sunday, March 5, 4 PM
Location TBD
For more info see http://www.actondems.org or https://www.facebook.com/actondems/ 

03/06/2017 AG Maura Healey Town Hall Meeting Somerville/Cambridge
Monday, March 6, 7 PM
Somerville High School, 81 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey and organizers for a post-election Town Hall meeting. So much is at stake and we need to act to build on and protect the progress we’ve made in our communities, throughout Massachusetts and across the nation. Come hear what the Attorney General intends to do and how you can get involved. Note: This event is free an open to the public. Guests are asked to register in advance because seating is limited. 
RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/dFr9Wx0Y45ienwp12 

03/08/2017 Longmeadow Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 8, 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Greenwood Center dining room, 231 Maple Rd., Longmeadow
Our annual meeting when we meet in groups to discuss important issues submitted by LDTC Members. For more info email LongmeadowDemocrats@gmail.com. 

*03/09/2017 Mayor Joe Petty’s St. Patrick’s Day Party*
Thursday, March 9, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Fiddlers’ Green Pub, 19 Temple St., Worcester, MA 01604
Join Worcester Mayor Joe Petty for his annual St. Patrick’s Day Party. Food. Live music by Blackstone Cuil. Suggested donation $25. Donate online at http://www.pettyformayor.com or RSVP to rsvp@pettyformayor.com. 

*03/09/2017 A Night on the Emerald Isle with Patrick McDermott*
Thursday, March 9, 6 – 9 PM
Quincy Lodge of Elks, 254 Quarry Street, Quincy, MA 02169
Join Norfolk County Register of Probate Patrick McDermott for his 4th Annual Salute to Saint Patrick and all things Irish. Irish music, humor and entertainment with a dash of politics. Traditional corned beef and cabbage with all the fixings. $25 per person; $35 per couple. Sponsorship listings in songbook: $50 (Shamrock); $100 (Leprachaun); $250 (Pot o’ Gold); $500 (The Claddagh); $1000 (Friend of Saint Patrick). Check, cash or credit card at door. Donate online at: http://www.patrickmcdermott.org or checks can be sent to: “The McDermott Committee,” 55 Dixwell Avenue, Quincy MA 02169. For more information contact Patrick McDermott, 617-594-0640 or pmcdquincy@gmail.com. 

03/09/2017 Wayland Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 9, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
110 Grill, 171 Commonwealth Rd. (Rt. 30 at 27), Wayland
Gather at 6:30 for socializing. Meeting begins at 7:00. Advance RSVP required. Email WDTC Chair Michael Gilbreath at gildell@mac.com. 

03/09/2017 North Andover Democratic Town Committee Caucus and Meeting
Thursday, March 9, 7 PM
North Andover Town Hall 2nd Floor. 120 Main Street, North Andovver
Meeting will immediately follow the caucus. 

03/11/2017 Marlborough Dems City Committee Meeting
Saturday, March 11, 9:15 AM
Marlborough Library, 35 W. Main Street, Marlborough (Story Hour Room)
After the meeting, at 10:30 am, Carmine Gentile our State Rep covering W1, W2P2, W7P1, will be available to speak to his constituents. For more info see http://www.marlboroughdcc.org 

03/11/2017 Mass Alliance 2017 Grassroots Campaign Training
Saturday & Sunday, March 11th & 12th, 9:00AM – 5:30PM both days
Educational Association of Worcester, 397 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605
This intensive two-day training introduces future campaign leaders, activists, and candidates to the theory and practice behind successful grassroots campaigning. Campaign workers with all levels of experience and potential candidates for any level of government and at any stage in the process (from curious to ready to take the plunge) are welcome. Attendees will learn from some of the best progressive campaign operatives in Massachusetts. Sessions will include field organizing, message development, working with the press, and other time-tested tactics for winning campaigns. The workshop is great training for full-time paid work on campaigns, people wanting to volunteer for campaigns, leaders thinking of running for office, or issue and neighborhood activists who are hoping to enhance their understanding of how to influence the outcome of campaigns. Food and materials for the two-day training are provided. You can register by downloading the signup form at http://www.massalliance.org/training.html and emailing it to batya@massalliance.org. For more information you can call 617-722-4320 or email Jordan Berg Powers at jordan@massalliance.org. 

03/14/2017 Billerica DTC Meeting
Tuesday, March 14, 7 PM
Billerica Town Hall, Room 110

*03/15/2017 Jaime Figueroa for Lynn City Councilor At-Large Campaign Kick-off*
Wednesday, March 15, 6 – 8 PM
Trio’s Mexican Grill, 70 Market St., Lynn
For more info see https://www.facebook.com/events/356107174766716/ 

03/15/2017 Beverly Democratic City Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 15, 7:30 PM
Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly
For information, contact Chairman Duane Anderson at 978-922-2368. 

03/16/2017 AG Maura Healey’s Post- Election Town Hall – Malden/Melrose
Thursday, March 16, 7 – 8:30 PM
Location TBA
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey and organizers with Metro North Democrats (a joint project of the Malden, Melrose and Wakefield Democratic City/Town Committees) for a post-election Town Hall meeting. So much is at stake and we need to act to build on and protect the progress we’ve made in our communities, throughout Massachusetts and across the nation. Come hear what the Attorney General intends to do and how you can get involved. Note: This event is free and open to the public. Guests are asked to register in advance because seating is limited. RSVP https://goo.gl/forms/IJAaoyahZ7X5M2zR2 

03/17/2017 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast
Friday, March 17, 7 – 9 AM
Mel’s Commonwealth Cafe, 310 Commonwealth Rd., Wayland, MA 01778 (Rt. 30 at East Plain St.)
Join us for eggs and conversation over easy. Stop in when you can and stay as long as you like. Candidates who wish to speak please contact WDTC Chair Michael Gilbreath at gildell@mac.com. Address questions to same or for more info visit https://www.facebook.com/waylanddems 

03/18/2017 Greater Lowell Area Democrats (GLAD) Monthly Breakfast Meeting
Saturday, March 18, 8 – 10 AM
Independence Bar & Grill, 10 Independence Dr., Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
$7 requested donation to cover room and breakfast. GLAD member communities: Bedford, Billerica, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Dracut, Groton, Lowell, Pepperell, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. For more info email sweeney133@verizon.net. 

*03/18/2017 Stockbridge Dems Caucus and Meeting*
Saturday, March 18, 10 AM
Meeting Room, Stockbridge Town Offices, 50 Main Street, Stockbridge
This is the chance for Stockbridge Democrats and friends to get together, to discuss our town, to share our views of the political scene(s), and to consider a path forward. The issues are manifold – with Republican control of government at most all levels. We will be holding three consecutive meetings – State Caucus, Town Committee, Town Caucus; And all Stockbridge Democrats are urged to attend. 

03/20/2017 Marblehead Democratic Town Committee 
Monday, March 20, 7 PM
Marblehead Community Center, 10 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA

03/22/2017 Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 22, 7 PM
Natick Town Hall, 13 E. Central Street, Natick MA 01760 3rd Floor Training Room
For more information visit http://www.natickdems.org/ 

03/24/2017 Congressman McGovern & Take Back the House Party
Friday, March 24, 5:30 – 8:30 PM
62 Main Street – Bldg #3, Hatfield, MA 01038
Please join hosts David & Deborah Mager to be inspired by Congressman Jim McGovern (D), partake in dinner and drinks, and be entertained by River Rhapsody Band. By working together and starting now, we can make sure that in 2 years the House of Representatives and/or that the Senate has a Democratic majority. Suggested contribution: $50 per adult (all amounts are welcome). Please RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/239869976460303/ 

*03/25/2017 Attleboro Southeastern Mass Unity Brunch*
Saturday, March 25, 9 AM
Murray Unitarian Universalist Church, 505 N Main Street, Attleboro
Attleboro 20th Annual Southeastern Massachusetts Democratic Spring Unity Brunch. 
$20 per person, $15 for students. 
CONFIRMED GUESTS: Secretary of State Bill Galvin; Congressman Joe Kennedy; Former State Treasurer and Former DNC Chair: Steve Grossman; District Attorney: Tom Quinn; State Representative: Paul Heroux; Governors Councilor: Robert Jubinville; Candidates for Governor, Jay Gonzalez; Newton Mayor Setti Warren; Mass Dems State Party Chair: Gus Bickford. Tickets will be available at the door. Tickets can be also purchased in advance by mailing a check payable to Attleboro Democratic City Committee Treasurer, Jackie Romaniecki, 120 Augsburg Drive Attleboro MA 
Further Details This event is hosted annually by the Attleboro Democratic City Committee. For further information Ellen Parker at 508-222-3062 or e-mail us at Elparker2@gmail.com 

*04/05/2017 AG Maura Healey Town Hall Meeting in Brookline*
Wednesday, April 5, 7 PM
First Unitarian Church In New Bedford, 71 8th St., New Bedford, MA 02740
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey and organizers for a post-election Town Hall meeting. So much is at stake and we need to act to build on and protect the progress we’ve made in our communities, throughout Massachusetts and across the nation. Come hear what the Attorney General intends to do and how you can get involved. Note: This event is free an open to the public. Guests are asked to register in advance because seating is limited. 
RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/XYPlbSKpmMoDg36g1 

04/15/2017 Yarmouth Dems Meeting
Saturday, April 15, 1 PM
Selectmen’s Room, Town Hall, Yarmouth
Monthly meeting of the Yarmouth Democratic Town Committee. All Yarmouth Democrats are invited to attend. Entrance will be from the side door. Questions: contact Bob Isadore at velore20@gmail.com. 
Meeting dates: 5/20, 6/17, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18. 

04/15/2017 Tax Day March Boston
Saturday, April 15, 1 PM
City Hall Plaza, Boston
http://taxmarch.org/marches/ 
https://www.facebook.com/taxmarch/ 
ALL ARE WELCOME. We encourage anybody and everybody who demands to see Trump’s tax returns to join us. 

04/20/2017 AG Maura Healey’s Post- Election Town Hall – Worcester
Thursday, April 20, 7 – 8:30 PM
Worcester location TBA
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey and organizers for a post-election Town Hall meeting. So much is at stake and we need to act to build on and protect the progress we’ve made in our communities, throughout Massachusetts and across the nation. Come hear what the Attorney General intends to do and how you can get involved. Note: This event is free an open to the public. Guests are asked to register in advance because seating is limited. RSVP https://goo.gl/forms/x72ONgj1fIFxvlB42 

*04/21/2017 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast*
Friday, April 21, 7 – 9 AM
Mel’s Commonwealth Cafe, 310 Commonwealth Rd., Wayland, MA 01778 (Rt. 30 at East Plain St.)
Join us for eggs and conversation over easy. Stop in when you can and stay as long as you like. Candidates who wish to speak please contact WDTC Chair Michael Gilbreath at gildell@mac.com. Address questions to same or for more info visit https://www.facebook.com/waylanddems 

*04/22/2017 March for Science*
Saturday, April 22, Noon
Boston Common
This is the Boston, MA rally being held in parallel to the Scientists March on Washington DC. This page is simply an event page so you can get time, date, and location updates. Please JOIN OUR GROUP for discussion calls to action, volunteering opportunities, and other ways to be involved. [back]

*04/25/2017 NARAL Pro-Choice Massachusetts Chocolate Madness 2017*
Tuesday, April 25, 6:30 – 9 PM
The Cyclorama at Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., Boston
For the 34th year in a row, NARAL Pro-Choice Massachusetts will welcome more than 500 pro-choice chocolate lovers to raise funds in support of reproductive freedom in the Commonwealth. Over 25 Boston restaurants, bakeries, and pastry chefs will served bite-sized portions of their delicious chocolate desserts alongside samplings of local beer, wine, spirits, and cheese. Please note this event is 21+. Tickets/Sponsorships $50 and up. Purchase at http://www.chocolatemadness.org 

04/29/2017 DSC Meeting
Saturday, April 29
Barnstable County
Watch massdems.org for details. 

04/30/2017 Longmeadow Democratic Town Committee Democrat of the Year Award Breakfast
Sunday, April 30, 9:30 AM
Twin Hills Country Club, 700 Wolf Swamp Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106
Annual LDTC gala award event. Democrat of the Year: Senate President Stanley Rosenberg. Also to be recognized and congratulated: Congressman Richard E. Neal–Ranking Democratic Member of the House Ways and Means Committee. For more info see https://www.facebook.com/longmeadowdems or email LongmeadowDemocrats@gmail.com. 

*04/30/2017 Plymouth County Register of Deeds John R. Buckley’s Annual Jefferson-Jackson Democratic Breakfast*
Sunday, April 30, 10 AM – Noon 
The Meadow Brook Restaurant, 1486 Main Street (Route 27), Hanson, MA 02341
Tickets are $25.00 per person, Children free. Sponsorship: Gold-$100; Silver-$75; Bronze-$50. For further information, call Pamela Berry at (781) 871-1510. 

05/02/2017 AG Maura Healey’s Post- Election Town Hall – Mid-Cape
Tuesday, May 2, 7 – 8:30 PM
Location TBA
SAVE THE DATE! 
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey and organizers for a post-election Town Hall meeting. So much is at stake and we need to act to build on and protect the progress we’ve made in our communities, throughout Massachusetts and across the nation. Come hear what the Attorney General intends to do and how you can get involved. Note: This event is free an open to the public. Guests are asked to register in advance because seating is limited. 

05/06/2017 Jefferson Jackson Dinner
Saturday, May 6
Doubletree Hilton, Rt 28, Hyannis
SAVE THE DATE! 

05/13/2017 3rd Middlesex Area Democrats Annual Spring Breakfast
Saturday, May 13, 9 AM – Noon 
Hilton Garden Inn, 450 Totten Pond Road, Waltham
Themes: Recognizing volunteer success in Massachusetts and New Hampshire; Motivation and Means of Moving Forward and Fighting Back in the Trump era. Elected officials serving the Middlesex area have been invited to speak. For information or to purchase tickets contact garyddavis04@gmail.com. 

05/20/2017 Greater Lowell Area Democrats (GLAD) Monthly Breakfast Meeting
Saturday, May 20, 8 – 10 AM
Independence Bar & Grill/Radisson, 10 Independence Dr., Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
$7 requested donation to cover room and breakfast. GLAD member communities: Bedford, Billerica, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Dracut, Groton, Lowell, Pepperell, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. For more info email sweeney133@verizon.net. 

06/03/2017 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention
Saturday, June 3, 10 AM
Tsongas Arena, Lowell
Watch www.massdems.org for details. 

07/08/2017 Yarmouth Dems Annual Barbecue
Saturday, July 8
SAVE THE DATE! 

*07/09/2017 Lynn Democratic City Committee Cookout and Food Drive*
Sunday, July 9, 2 – 5 PM
The Lynn Museum, 590 Washington Street, Lynn
Lynn Democratic City Committee will hold its 18th Annual Family Cookout and 9th Annual Food Drive. Please join us for an afternoon of relaxation, socializing and talking about the common beliefs and values we share as Democrats. Enter our Dessert Contest. Prizes awarded for the best homemade desserts. Cookout donation: $15.00 per person; $25.00 family. Please bring a non-perishable food item or check made out to My Brother’s Table. For further information, please contact Chair Agnes Ricko, alfredricko@comcast.net, 781-599-9347. 

*10/29/2017 Lynn Democratic City Committee Cookout and Food Drive*
Sunday, October 29, 8:30 – 11 AM
The Porthole Restaurant, 98 Lynnway, Lynn
Full breakfast. Donation is $30.00 per person. For further information, please contact Chair Agnes Ricko, alfredricko@comcast.net, 781-599-9347. 

11/14/2017 DSC Meeting
Tuesday, November 14
Save the date. 
Watch massdems.org for details. 

Caucus and Convention Information
The method of selecting delegates was approved on November 14 by the DSC. 
Please refer to this document (once is is posted) for information on the process. Some of the key dates are listed here: 
Deadline for notifying MDP of caucus date: January 27, 2017 
Caucus window: February 4 to April 2, 2017 
Convention date: June 3, 2017 in Lowell 
NOTE: The DSC voted to allow sixteen and seventeen year old pre-registered Democrats to take part in the State Convention and vote on the party platform at the 2017 Democratic State Convention, if they become delegates. Preregistered Democrats who will be age 18 by the anticipated date of the 2018 primary will be able to participate in caucuses and run for delegate or to apply to become youth add-on delegates. 
PLATFORM: Since it is a platform convention, caucuses usually go fairly quickly. This makes it easier to have a committee meeting in conjunction with your local caucus. A specific time for a caucus is required. For example it it is not allowed to have the caucus follow the adjournment of a committee meeting. But a committee meeting can immediately following the adjournment of a caucus. With the very long window it is easy to schedule a caucus on the same day as a regular meeting. With the provision to have candidates who are absent be able to run under specified conditions, many committees find this to be a practical way to proceed. 

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Ideas for Committees – Choosing Your Caucus TIme
The caucus window for 2017 is February 4th – April 2nd. This gives Committees a lot of flexibility. In a platform committee year, the caucus is usually fairly quick. Many committees find that it is helpful to have a committee meeting in conjunction with their caucus. The caucus has to be at a time certain so it is generally best to have the caucus first, immediately followed by a committee meeting. Sometimes committees schedule a meeting first, followed by their caucus an hour later. That is allowed, but has the disadvantage that if your meeting is quick, people are waiting for the caucus to start. Additionally, if non-members come at the published time for the caucus, they may not be aware of a meeting that they might otherwise have attended. 
SUMMARY OF CAUCUS INFORMATION. 
– notify the MDP office of your caucus NO LATER THAN January 27th. 
– eligible young people who PREREGISTER as Democrats may vote at a caucus. 
– Platform Convention is June 3rd in Lowell 
Method of Selecting Delegates: http://bit.ly/2hOPXyq 
Link to post a caucus: http://bit.ly/2hfrWQm 
Town/ward chairs http://www.massdems.org/index.php/your-party/town-and-ward-committees 
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