Greetings from Kate and Matt

Dear Democrats,

Of the many alarming aspects of our current administration is the attacks on our free press. From the Globe this week:

“The liberty of the press is essential to the security of freedom,” wrote John Adams. For more than two centuries, this foundational American principle has protected journalists at home and served as a model for free nations abroad. Today it is under serious threat. And it sends an alarming signal to despots, from Ankara to Moscow, Beijing to Baghdad, that journalists can be treated as a domestic enemy.

The Globe reached out to editorial boards across the country to address the issue that President Trump sees journalists as “The enemy of the people.” It is important that people pay attention to the role of the free press. I don’t think the Dispatch was exactly the kind of publication the Globe was seeking to share the message, but we wanted to emphasize that undermining the free press is undermining Democracy. My message is simple. Support the free press. Pay for good journalism. That is an important piece of what we as activists need to be doing.

I’ll close with something more fun!

March with Elizabeth Warren in the 2018 Caribbean Carnival Parade! Join Elizabeth and her 2018 campaign team as we celebrate the 45th Annual Boston Caribbean Carnival! RSVP to march with us in this year’s Carnival and celebrate the vibrancy of Caribbean culture. This year’s parade is on Saturday, August 25th from 12:00pm – 2:00pm, beginning at Roxbury YMCA and ending in Franklin Park.

RSVP: https://my.elizabethwarren.com/page/s/caribbean-carnival-parade-2018

Democratically yours,

Kate Donaghue

PS Please be sure that you use the DDemDispatch-owner e-mail address when sending in events. And please keep in mind that Matt and I work hard to try to get the most up to date information, but sometimes things change or there is a miscommunication. Check with the organizer or the webiste if you see something that looks wrong.

 

Ideas for Committees – Speaker from MNA on Ballot Question One

Learn more about ballot Question One legislation for safe patient limits. The Massachusetts Nurses Association will arrange for a speaker at Democratic Committee meetings. Contact Matt Karlin at 781.571.8615 or MKarlin@mnarn.org to be connected with a speaker from your area.

 

MassDems Summer 2018 Campaign Bootcamps

If you have questions, please contact our Campaign Services Subcommittee Co-Chairs Joe Kaplan joekaplanmansfield@gmail.com and Amanda Smith abs0628@gmail.com.

Below are the Bootcamps currently scheduled. These Bootcamps are free but registration is required.

8/21 Falmouth, Gus Canty Center 790 Main St. https://secure.ngpvan.com/-1L-YZvIlEagmFcW3fgrNA2

9/22 10am-1pm Braintree, Thayer Public Library, Program Rm (Upper Level), 798 Washington St. https://secure.ngpvan.com/upQWPSaVkEeIFguHYZ12aQ2

9/22 10am-1pm Great Barrington, Claire Teague Senior Center, 917 South Main St. https://secure.ngpvan.com/dN14aFQ9IU6w7RU16sIbGw2

Bootcamps are currently being scheduled in other communities.

Please check https://massdems.org/2018-campaign-bootcamps/ for updates.

 

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Summary of events (highlighted items are new or updated):

Fri 08/17

Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast

*Framingham Meet & Greet with Jay Gonzalez for Governor*

*At Risk of Life & Liberty: A Conversation on Criminal Justice Reform with Clarence Blevins & Donna Patalano*

Sat 08/18

*Chatham Democrats*

*Greater Worcester Democratic Coordinated Campaign Office Opening*

*Statewide Volunteer Meeting for Deb Goldberg*

Meet Josh Zakim in Concord with Congresswoman Niki Tsongas

*Yarmouth DTC Monthly Meeting*

Beverly Democratic City Committee Annual Cookout

Harwich Democratic Town Committee BBQ

*Dan Koh Haverhill Meet and Greet*

*Dedham Democratic Town Committee Backyard Summer BBQ*

*Lexington Meet and Greet for Jeff Ballinger*

Alex Bezanson for State Rep 2nd Annual Back Yard BBQ

NAACP Mystic Valley Freedom Fund Breakfast with Keynote Speaker Donna Patalano

Sun 08/19

*Wayland Dems Summer Picnic*

*Meet Jay Gonzalez in Worcester*

*Melrose Democratic City Committee Summer BBQ – NEW DATE*

*Lemonade on the Lawn with Paul Cusack, Candidate for 2nd Barnstable State Rep*

*Meet and Greet Allison Gustavson*

Jimmy Tingle for Lt. Governor Meet & Greet in Amherst

Mon 08/20

Marblehead Dems Annual Picnic

*Reception with Chelsea Kline*

Leicester & Worcester Democrats Meeting & Debate

North Shore Reception in Honor of State Sen. Barbara L’Italien

*Worcester Dems and Leicester Dems Joint Meeting and Debate*

Winchester League of Women Voters Candidate Forum

Framingham League of Women Voters Forum with DA Candidate Donna Patalano

Tue 08/21

*Centerville Meet and Greet for Julian Cyr*

Reception for Quentin Palfrey in Sharon

Meet & Greet with Donna Patalano in Winchester

*She Geeks Out Panel with Ayanna Presley, Brianna Wu, and Sam Hammar*

*Young Professionals for Mike Capuano*

Pepperell DTC Meeting

*Mashpee Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

*Community with Paul Cusack, Candidate for 2nd Barnstable State Rep*

*West Springfield Democratic Committee Forum*

Wed 08/22

*MA Dems Votebuilder Training*

*Wine & Cheese Reception for State Rep Candidate Gretchen Van Ness*

*Meet Elissa Slotkin and Chrissy Houlahan*

*Weston Reception for Red to Blue Cong. Candidate MJ Hegar (TX-31)*

*Shannon McAuliffe for Suffolk DA Meet and Greet in Hyde Park*

Reception in Support of Jay Gonzalez

House Party in Natick for Ranked Choice Voting

Indivisible Somerville Hosts Donna Patalano at Remnant Brewing

*3rd Congressional District Candidate Q&A in Lowell*

South Shore Action Forum on Criminal Justice Reform

Thu 08/23

*Steven Leibowitz for 1st Barnstable State Rep Boston Fundraiser*

*Springfield Ward 6 Dems Candidate Forum*

*Young Professionals for AG Maura Healey*

Bourne Dems Summer Party

Lancaster Democratic Town Committee Summer Picnic

Tewksbury DTC Summer Social

*Reception in Honor of Josh Zakim*

*Springfield Democratic City Committee Organizing Meeting*

Fri 08/24

*Gina Ortiz Jones, Congressional Candidate for Texas’ 23rd District*

*Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Medford*

Sat 08/25

Haverhill Democratic City Committee’s Annual Breakfast

Stockbridge Democratic Town Committee Meeting

*First Barnstable State Rep Democratic Candidates Debate*

Meet & Greet with Donna Patalano in Waltham

Family Fun Day in support of Becca Rausch for State Senate

Sun 08/26

Salem Democratic City Committee Potluck Picknic

Annual Multi-town Dems Picnic

Groton DTC Meeting with Jeff Ballinger

6th Middlesex House Seat Debate – Framingham

*Somerville Democratic City Committee Meeting with Congressman Mike Capuano*

Mon 08/27

*Breakfast Meet & Greet and Fundraiser with David LeBoeuf for State Representative*

*Plymouth Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

*3rd Congressional District Forum at Chelmsford High School*

*West Concord Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano*

Tue 08/28

*Fundraising Reception for Congressman Bill Keating*

*Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Lowell*

Reading Reception to Benefit State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump

Brookline Dems Candidate Night

*Winthrop Dems Candidate Meet and Greet*

*Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee Meeting*

Wed 08/29

*MA Dems Votebuilder Training*

Winchester Reception to Benefit State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump

*Maura Healey Worcester Area Town Hall Meeting*

*Hampden Senate Candidates Forum*

Fundraiser for Congressional Candidate Jared Golden (ME-02)

Thu 08/30

Kingston Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, Candidate for State Rep.

Women for McGovern

*Springfield Democratic Ward Committees’ Hampden Senate Debate*

*Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Wakefield*

*Salem Democratic City Committee Meeting*

*Red to Blue Reception to Support Kara Eastman for Congress (NE-02)*

Wed 09/05

Middleboro Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, Candidate for State Rep.

*Wayland Democratic Town Committee meeting*

Thu 09/06

Braintree Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Fri 09/07

Rock the Vote Bridgewater

Sat 09/08

*Holyoke Democratic City Committee Meeting*

Rockport DemsMeeting

Sen. Anne Gobi Democratic BBQ

DSC Meeting in Lowell

Wellesley Dems Picnic

Birthday Party Fundraiser for Kathy LaNatra

Sun 09/09

*Grafton Dems Breakfast*

Mon 09/10

Northborough Democratic Town Committee Meeting

*Franklin Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

Tue 09/11

*Quincy Democratic City Committee Meeting*

Wrentham Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Wellesley Dems Fall Organizing Meeting

Wed 09/12

*Countdown to Election Day Fundraiser*

Longmeadow Dems Meeting

Thu 09/13

Ayer Democratic Town Committee Meeting.

Wellesley Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Gloucester DCC Meeting

Sat 09/15

*Second Worcester Dems Cookout*

Sun 09/16

Acton Boxborough Demcoratic Picnic

Sun 09/23

Braintree Democratic Town Committee Breakfast with Cong. Stephen Lynch

Tue 09/25

Salem Democratic City Committee Meeting

Wed 09/26

Natick Dems Committee Meeting

Thu 09/27

Plymouth County Register of Deeds John R. Buckley Jr.’s Annual “Galway West” Oyster Festival

Sun 09/30

Westfield Democratic City Committee Annual Harvest Breakfast

Tue 10/02

New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

Wed 10/17

Longmeadow Dems Meeting

Fri 10/19

Barbara Gray Legacy Award Dinner

Sun 10/21

West Springfield Democrat of the Year Award Brunch

Wed 10/24

Save the Date – Event with Jason Kander

Sun 10/28

*Lynn Democratic City Committee Annual Unity Breakfast*

Tue 11/13

New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

Wed 11/14

DSC Meeting

Tue 12/04

New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

You Have to Laugh Occasionally – Edited by Matt Shear

Frank Conniff – Today we lost one of the greatest artists that Donald Trump would never rent an apartment to. Rest In Peace, Aretha Franklin.

Event details:

08/17/2018 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast

Friday, August 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. For more info please contact WDTC Chair Matt Shear at shalias2@mac.com.

*08/17/2018 Framingham Meet & Greet with Jay Gonzalez for Governor*

Friday, August 17, 6:30 PM

Xfinity Store, 100 Concord St. Suite 1C, Framingham, MA 01702

Meet Jay and ask a few questions. For more information see https://secure.ngpvan.com/p7UVikXy20ewWa96Y8w0jw2 or contact Kasey at 207-337-8186 or Kasey@jay4ma.com.

*08/17/2018 At Risk of Life & Liberty: A Conversation on Criminal Justice Reform with Clarence Blevins & Donna Patalano*

Friday, August 17, 7 – 8:30 PM

Cambridge Co-Housing, 175 Harvey St., Cambridge, MA 02140

Join criminal justice reform advocate Clarence Blevins and Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano for a discussion about the state of our justice system, and the critical work needed to end racial & economic disparities that persist within it. RSVP to: chris@litcampaigns.com.

*08/18/2018 Chatham Democrats*

Saturday, August 18, 9:30 AM

Chatham Community Center

*08/18/2018 Greater Worcester Democratic Coordinated Campaign Office Opening*

Saturday, August 18, 10 – 11 AM

198 Park Ave., Worcester, MA 01609

Join Congressman Jim McGovern and Democratic candidates for local and state office as we open the Greater Worcester Democratic Coordinated Campaign Office. Join us Saturday to see how you can get involved. For more see https://www.facebook.com/events/1953650894694448/

*08/18/2018 Statewide Volunteer Meeting for Deb Goldberg*

Saturday, August 18, 10 AM

IBEW Local 103 at 256 Freeport Street in Dorchester

08/18/2018 Meet Josh Zakim in Concord with Congresswoman Niki Tsongas

Saturday, August 18, 10:30 AM – Noon

Home of Linda Ziffrin, 97 Mildred Circle Concord.

Please RSVP at adam@joshzakim.com and see more information at https://www.facebook.com/events/1993598777331367/ .

*08/18/2018 Yarmouth DTC Monthly Meeting*

Saturday, August 18, 1 PM

Yarmouth Town Hall, Rt 28, Yarmouth

They expect to have both Democratic candidates for the 1st Barnstable District. They have a limited amount Jay Gonzalez lawn signs and will bring them to the committee meeting only to those who reserve one and will be attending the meeting. So if you want one and plan on being at the meeting, please email them and reserve one. velore20@gmail.com

08/18/2018 Beverly Democratic City Committee Annual Cookout

Saturday, August 18, 2 – 4 PM

62 Hart St., Beverly, MA 01915

Donation: $20/person; $30/couple; children free. Hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, and soft drinks provided. RSVP by August 13 and address questions to Jim Thompson: tactech@comcast.net, (978) 921-5884 or Bonnie Hannable: bhannable@gmail.com, (978) 922-7190. Please bring a chair to make sure there are enough for all. BDCC members are asked to email Bonnie Hannable what side dish or dessert you’ll bring.

08/18/2018 Harwich Democratic Town Committee BBQ

Saturday, August 18, 3 – 7 PM

Elizabeth And Mark’s House 88 Pleasant Lake Avenue

Come celebrate With the Harwich Democratic Town Committee.

We’ll have lots of drinks and food to grill. Please feel free to bring sides, salads, and desserts!

Mark@Ameres.net – tel:508-TAP-MARK.

RSVP BY 8/15 to elizabeth@ameres.net .

*08/18/2018 Dan Koh Haverhill Meet and Greet *

Saturday, August 18, 3 PM

Koh Headquarters, 63 River Street in Haverhill.

*08/18/2018 Dedham Democratic Town Committee Backyard Summer BBQ*

Saturday, August 18, 3:30 – 5:30 PM

256 Greenlodge St., Dedham, MA 02026

RSVP by August 14 to cmschoenfeld@comcast.net or 781-329-3388.

*08/18/2018 Lexington Meet and Greet for Jeff Ballinger*

Saturday, August 18, 4 – 6 PM

RSVP for address

Jeff Ballinger, is running for congress in the 3rd District MA. He values immigration rights, labor rights and human rights. He’s a life long social justice activist.More info on ballingerforcongress.com RSVP for location at tanyabb@hotmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/events/509483722822637/

08/18/2018 Alex Bezanson for State Rep 2nd Annual Back Yard BBQ

Saturday, August 18, 5 – 8 PM

199 Col. Hunt Dr., Abington, MA 02351

Food Music and Fun. Bring the kids. Donations accepted at http://www.alexbezanson.org/donate.html but not required.

08/18/2018 NAACP Mystic Valley Freedom Fund Breakfast with Keynote Speaker Donna Patalano

Saturday, August 18

Arlington Lodge, Sons of Italy – 19 Prentiss Road in Arlington, MA

The Mystic Valley Area Branch of the NAACP breakfast theme is “Overcoming Barriers: social, economic, and educational barriers—impediments to gaining equal assets.” Middlesex County District Attorney candidate Donna Patalano will serve as Keynote speaker. Reserve a seat at the breakfast by mailing a check for $50 per person to MVA NAACP, P.O. Box 132, Medford, MA 02156 or by contacting Ed Ligon at 617-680-4571 or Pearl Morrison at 617-803-3549.

*08/19/2018 Wayland Dems Summer Picnic*

Sunday, August 19, 1 – 4 PM

the home of Bonnie Gossels, 15 Bennett Rd., Wayland, MA 01778

This event is rain or shine. We expect to have the usual offerings of food and drink, plus special guests. RSVP requested to help us get an accurate head count. Contact Wayland Dems Chair Matt Shear at shalias2@mac.com.

*08/19/2018 Meet Jay Gonzalez in Worcester*

Sunday, August 19, 1 PM

Meeting outside the Nu Kitchen, 335 Chandler Street, Worcester

Join Jay Gonzalez this Sunday to Knock Doors Worcester! For more information please contact Kasey at 207-337-8186 or Kasey@jay4ma.com.

*08/19/2018 Melrose Democratic City Committee Summer BBQ – NEW DATE*

Sunday, August 19, 2 – 5 PM

Home of Liz and Rep Paul Brodeur, 125 Trenton Street, Melrose

Burgers, hot dogs, beverages, side dishes and dessert. Democratic candidates from around the state are expected. $20 single/ $30 families. RSVP at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mdccbbq or address questions to mail@melrosedems.org

*08/19/2018 Lemonade on the Lawn with Paul Cusack, Candidate for 2nd Barnstable State Rep*

Sunday, August 19, 2 – 4 PM

Mid-Cape Dems HQ, 760 Main St., Hyannis

Share lemonade and your ideas with Paul on the Mid-Cape Dems lawn near the West End rotary. See https://www.facebook.com/events/658695037844203/

*08/19/2018 Meet and Greet Allison Gustavson*

Sunday, August 19, 4 PM

Residence at 60 East Street, Unit 2, in Ipswich

Coffee & Conversation with State House candidate Allison Gustavson (4ES).

08/19/2018 Jimmy Tingle for Lt. Governor Meet & Greet in Amherst

Sunday, August 19, 5 – 7 PM

Black Sheep Deli, 79 Main St., Amherst, MA 01002

Get ready for Jimmy’s stump speech, Q&A, and Mingle with Tingle networking. BYOB. Donations accepted but not required. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aug19blacksheep or for more information contact The Committee to Elect Jimmy Tingle at Info@jimmytingle4mass.com or 617-441-0522.

08/20/2018 Marblehead Dems Annual Picnic

Monday, August 20, 5 – 8 PM

Gerry No. 5 Veteran Fireman’s Association Function Hall, 210 Beacon St., Marblehead, MA 01945

Fun, food, and frolic as we head toward the midterm elections. Rep. Seth Moulton and other VIPs will be joing in. Menu includes grilled chicken, corn/black bean salsa, potato salad, cole slaw, grilled veggies, and a variety of desserts. Sponsors, $120, Tickets $30, Students $25. For tickets and scholarships contact Picnic Chair Margie Herrick at 781-710-0730 or herrick.margaret@gmail.com. For more info see https://www.facebook.com/events/595369537502220/

*08/20/2018 Reception with Chelsea Kline*

Monday, August 20, 5:30 PM

William Baczek Fine Arts in Northampton

Please join us for a reception with Chelsea Kline, Democratic candidate for State Senate.

Donations https://bit.ly/2wbaRgB

Send RSVPs or inquiries to team@chelseakline.com.

08/20/2018 Leicester & Worcester Democrats Meeting & Debate

Monday, August 20, 6 – 9 PM

Knights of Columbus, 44 Circuit Ave N, Worcester, MA 01603

6:00 PM – Business meeting

7:00 PM – Debate between the Democratic Candidates (Pamela Gemme, David LeBoeuf, Stu Loosemoore), running for the 17th Worcester District State Representative seat. For more information please contact in Leicester adamjmenard@gmail.com or in Worcester worcesterdemocrats@gmail.com.

08/20/2018 North Shore Reception in Honor of State Sen. Barbara L’Italien

Monday, August 20, 6 PM

Hotel Hawthorne, Salem, MA

Join State Sen. Barbara L’Italien, Candidate for Congress, 3rd CD.

Suggested Donation: $100, $250, $500.

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bli-mar?refcode=website_header www.teambarbara.com

*08/20/2018 Worcester Dems and Leicester Dems Joint Meeting and Debate*

Monday, August 20, 6 PM

Knights of Columbus, 44 Circuit Ave N, Worcester

Join the Leicester Democratic Town Committee and the Worcester Democratic City Committee for a special joint summer meeting. At 7:00 PM we will jointly host a debate between the Democratic Candidates (Pamela Gemme, David LeBoeuf, Stu Loosemoore), running for the 17th Worcester District, State Representative seat. For more information please contact in Leicester adamjmenard@gmail.com or in Worcester worcesterdemocrats@gmail.com

08/20/2018 Winchester League of Women Voters Candidate Forum

Monday, August 20, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Winchester Public Library Large Meeting Room, 80 Washington St., Winchester, MA 01890

Featuring Democratic candidates running for the Massachusetts Senate 5th Middlesex District: incumbent Senator Jason Lewis and Samantha Hammar. Also appearing: John Hugo, Republican candidate for the 5th Congressional District. Free and open to the public. Voters will be seated at tables and the candidates will move from table to table to answer questions and interact with the participants. The format will allow voters to ask the candidates their own questions. For more see http://www.lwvwinchester.org

08/20/2018 Framingham League of Women Voters Forum with DA Candidate Donna Patalano

Monday, August 20, 7 – 8:30 PM

Costin Library, 48 Lexington Street, Framingham, MA 01702

RSVP to: chris@litcampaigns.com.

*08/21/2018 Centerville Meet and Greet for Julian Cyr*

Tuesday, August 21, 5 – 7 PM

the home of Beth Piknick, 559 Skunknet Rd., Centerville

Contribution: $50/$100/$250/$500. RSVP to sharon@durkanconsulting.com.

08/21/2018 Reception for Quentin Palfrey in Sharon

Tuesday, August 21, 6 – 8 PM

22 Manomet Rd., Sharon, MA 02067

Donations are gratefully accepted at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/qpalfrey or at the event.

08/21/2018 Meet & Greet with Donna Patalano in Winchester

Tuesday, August 21, 6 – 8 PM

19 Yale Street, Winchester, MA 01890

RSVP to: chris@litcampaigns.com.

*08/21/2018 She Geeks Out Panel with Ayanna Presley, Brianna Wu, and Sam Hammar*

Tuesday, August 21, 6 – 8:30 PM

Brightcove, 290 Congress St., Boston, MA 02210

6:00pm-6:30pm – Registration and mingling

6:30pm-8:00pm – Panel

8:00-8:30pm – Wrap up and mingling

Meet three Democratic female candidates who are all challenging male incumbents in Massachusetts races: Ayanna Pressley – Running for MA 7th Congressional District against incumbent Mike Capuano; Brianna Wu – Running for MA 8th Congressional District against incumbent Stephen Lynch; Sam Hammar – Running for MA State Senate, 5th Middlesex District against incumbent Jason Lewis. The panel will be moderated by Diane Hessan, who will deftly blend a meaningful conversation of politics, business, tech, and gender. We’ll also provide you with the opportunity to register to vote and share how you can set up your own voter registration drive. Appetizers and drinks will be provided. All are welcome. This event is free. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/she-geeks-out-panel-meet-the-female-candidates-standing-up-for-change-tickets-47686598901

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*08/21/2018 Young Professionals for Mike Capuano*

Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Pier 6, One 8th Street, Charlestown, MA 02129

Team Cap will be taking over the Pier 6 patio, enjoying chilled cocktails, craft beers, hors d’oeuvres, and great conversation. Any questions? Contact spaulding.ellie@gmail.com. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/young-professionals-for-mike-capuano-tickets-49111066522 and please donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/MAY31YP or make contributions payable to: Capuano for Congress Committee, PO Box 440305, Somerville, MA 02144.

08/21/2018 Pepperell DTC Meeting

Tuesday, August 21, 6:45 PM

Lawrence Library 15 Main Street (Rte 113) Pepperell, MA

Special Guests: Bopha Malone, Barbara L’Italien, Bill Martin, Eileen Duff.

Contact: tjdem@charter.net.

*08/21/2018 Mashpee Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

Tuesday, August 21, 7 – 8:30 PM

MashpeeTV, 168 Industrial Dr., Mashpee, MA 02649

*08/21/2018 Community with Paul Cusack, Candidate for 2nd Barnstable State Rep*

Tuesday, August 21, 7 – 8:30 PM

80 Flume Avenue, Marstons Mills

Donate at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/friends-of-paul-cusack-1 or fore more info visit https://www.facebook.com/cusack4ma or email electpaulcusack@gmail.com.

*08/21/2018 West Springfield Democratic Committee Forum*

Tuesday, August 21, 7 – 8:30 PM

Municipal Office Building (MOB) West Springfield

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1687813684662974/

Please join the West Springfield Democratic Committee for a Hampden Senate Candidates Forum between incumbent Senator James Welch and challenger Amaad Rivera. Doors will open at 6:30pm The televised forum will be 7:00 – 8:00pm. This event is open to the public. Please arrive early for seating and to submit written questions for the candidates.

*08/22/2018 MA Dems Votebuilder Training*

Wednesday, August 22, 11 AM – 12:15 PM

Mass Dems HQ, 11 Beacon Street, Suite 425, Boston, MA 02108

Register at https://secure.ngpvan.com/5ZovaXv2r0OXoOnDGxtiKg2

*08/22/2018 Wine & Cheese Reception for State Rep Candidate Gretchen Van Ness*

Wednesday, August 22, 5:30 – 7 PM

Robins Kaplan LLP, 800 Boylston Street, Suite 2500, Boston, MA 02199

Co-hosted and sponsored by the Massachusetts Women’s Political Caucus and MassEquality. Gretchen will update us on her campaign for State Representative in the 14th Suffolk District (Hyde Park, Roslindale and West Roxbury). Must be 21 years of age or older. Read more at https://www.facebook.com/events/450417552108310/ and donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/gv

*08/22/2018 Meet Elissa Slotkin and Chrissy Houlahan*

Wednesday, August 22, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

36 Old Farm Road Wellesley

Please Join Harry Sherr & Cynthia Strauss To Meet ELISSA SLOTKIN & CHRISSY HOULAHAN Candidates for Congress in MI-08 and PA-06.

https://bit.ly/2MStptm

*08/22/2018 Weston Reception for Red to Blue Cong. Candidate MJ Hegar (TX-31)*

Wednesday, August 22, 6 – 8 PM

the home of John Hennessey, 460 Conant Road, Weston

MJ Hegar is a mother, combat veteran, author, and activist who has opened, pushed, and sometimes kicked through doors that were in her way – now she is going to show John Carter (R) the door. Her ad “Doors” has been viewed over 2.3 million times on Youtube — her message and experience clearly resonate with both the progressives and the independents we’ll need to win. View the ad at https://youtu.be/Zi6v4CYNSIQ and RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/fundraiser-for-mj-hegar-tx-31-822-6-8pm-in-weston/ or contact Susan Labandibar, slabandibar@swingleft.org, 617-571-3757 with questions.

*08/22/2018 Shannon McAuliffe for Suffolk DA Meet and Greet in Hyde Park*

Wednesday, August 22, 6 – 8 PM

The Fairmount Grille, 81 Fairmount Ave., Hyde Park, MA 02136

For more info see https://www.facebook.com/events/857624587768179/

08/22/2018 Reception in Support of Jay Gonzalez

Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 PM

West Newbury – address given upon RSVP

RSVP at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/westnewbury082218 or or email Brooks Richon at brooks@jay4ma.com.

08/22/2018 House Party in Natick for Ranked Choice Voting

Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

the home of Beverly Rich & Martin Kessel, 43R Water Street (LEFT front door), Natick, MA 01760

A guest speaker from Voter Choice MA will share a brief presentation about how ranked choice voting works and how it could benefit Massachusetts voters. The speaker will explain what Voter Choice MA is doing to bring ranked choice voting to MA and how you can support their efforts if you would like to do so. For more info email bev@thekessels.org.

08/22/2018 Indivisible Somerville Hosts Donna Patalano at Remnant Brewing

Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 – 8 PM

Remnant Brewing 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA 02143

Stop by to meet Middlesex District Attorney candidate Donna Patalano at Remnant brewing for an evening of conversation and craft beer, hosted by Indivisible Somerville. RSVP to chris@litcampaigns.com.

*08/22/2018 3rd Congressional District Candidate Q&A in Lowell*

Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway St., Lowell, MA 01854

Join Lowell Votes and Lowell Democratic City Committee for a free, fun chance to meet your candidates for US Congress. Citizens will sit at tables, and candidates will have a few minutes to sit at each table to talk with voters, a little like “speed dating”. This offers candidates and voters the chance to chat informally and have real conversations. Khmer and Spanish translation will be available, and childcare and dinner will be provided. For more info see https://www.facebook.com/events/2632251553467537/

08/22/2018 South Shore Action Forum on Criminal Justice Reform

Wednesday, August 22, 7 PM

Scituate Public Library Community Room, 85 Branch Street, Scitutate

Featuring Candace Julyan, Pathways to Restorative Communities: Bringing restorative practices to schools, communities and work groups; Massachusetts Bail Fund: Opposing debtor prison practice by posting bail for those who can’t. Court Watch MA participant; John Bradley: Career prosecutor and candidate for Plymouth County District Attorney. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, but kindly follow this link to RSVP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8ZF5DGN or contact Dawn Sibor: Dsibor@verizon.net with questions.

*08/23/2018 Steven Leibowitz for 1st Barnstable State Rep Boston Fundraiser*

Thursday, August 23, 8:30 – 10 AM

Carrie Nation, 11 Beacon St., Boston, MA 02108

Light breakfast served. Suggested donation: $25/$50/$100/$250/$500/$1,000. RSVP/Donate at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/slboston

*08/23/2018 Springfield Ward 6 Dems Candidate Forum*

Thursday, August 23, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Forest Park Middle School, 46 Oakland Street, Springfield, MA 01108

The Event will feature candidates for the Democratic nomination in Ward 6-affected races including Congress, State Senate, State Rep and Register of Deeds. Ballot question committees also welcome. Campaigns for higher offices are welcome to bring materials, sign up sheets and to talk to voters . All are welcome to attend. For more information see https://www.facebook.com/events/256172338543297/ or email ward6demsspfd@gmail.com.

*08/23/2018 Young Professionals for AG Maura Healey*

Thursday, August 23, 5:30 PM

Democracy Brewing at 35 Temple Place in Boston

Please join us for an event honoring Attorney General Maura Healey.

Suggested Contributions: $50, $100, $150, $200.

08/23/2018 Bourne Dems Summer Party

Thursday, August 23, 6 – 8 PM

50 Monument Neck Road, Bourne, MA (Gray Gables)

Please join the Bourne Democratic Town Committee at their annual Summer Party! Ronda and Aaron Tobey have graciously offered their beautiful Gray Gables home for our Party. Catch up with old friends, make new ones, and socialize with other Democrats and candidates for office as we head toward the Primary in September. Main course provided. Please bring a side dish to share. Please RSVP to bournedemocrats@gmail.com.

08/23/2018 Lancaster Democratic Town Committee Summer Picnic

Thursday, August 23, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Lancaster Community Center patio, 695 Main St. Suite 7, Lancaster, MA 01523 Behind the Library and War Memorials

The menu will be summer favorites on the grill and pot luck sides.

Suggested Donation $5. Contact Don Adams at donalde.adams@comcast.net.

08/23/2018 Tewksbury DTC Summer Social

Thursday, August 23, 7 PM

TJ Callahan’s at 1425 Main Street (Route 38)

Candidates welcome. Contact Cathy Dwyer cdwyer64@verizon.net.

*08/23/2018 Reception in Honor of Josh Zakim*

Thursday, August 23, 7 – 8:30 PM

Gathr, 42 Market Street, Ipswich

Join Josh Zakim, candidate for Sec. of State.

Donation $50 per person, $75 per couple.

*08/23/2018 Springfield Democratic City Committee Organizing Meeting*

Thursday, August 23, 7:30 – 8:30 PM

Forest Park Middle School, 46 Oakland Street, Springfield, MA 01108

Join the Democratic Ward Committees of Springfield for their organizing meeting for the City Committee. The Springfield Democratic City Committee consists of all elected members of the city’s eight ward committees. Members are meeting at Forest Park Middle School to elect officers and establish the committee’s executive board. All are welcome to attend, but only elected members of the Ward Committees may vote for officers. For more information email Ed Collins ed3paula@aol.com.

*08/24/2018 Gina Ortiz Jones, Congressional Candidate for Texas’ 23rd District*

Friday, August 24, 8:30 – 10 AM

RSVP for address

Gina is running to flip the most competitive House seat in Texas, now held by GOP incumbent Will Hurd. After graduating from Boston University, Gina entered the Air Force as an intelligence officer, where she deployed to Iraq, serving under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. In the years since, she built a career in national security, intelligence, and defense and served as Senior Advisor for Trade Enforcement under President Obama. Texas’ 23rd Congressional District shares a long border with Mexico and has a population that is 70% Hispanic. It is at the epicenter of issues around immigration and family separation at the border. The recommended amount to attend is $100, but please give what you can and join us. Veterans, students and LGBTQ youth are especially welcome!

https://www.forcemultiplierma.org/events/ortizjones

slabandibar@swingleft.org, 617-571-3757.

*08/24/2018 Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Medford*

Friday, August 24, 6:30 – 8 PM

24 Carberry St., Medford, MA 02155

Join host Kristy Avino for a meet & greet in Medford. RSVP to: kristyavino@gmail.com.

08/25/2018 Haverhill Democratic City Committee’s Annual Breakfast

Saturday, August 25, 10 AM – Noon

Maria’s Family Restaurant, Galleria Banquet Room, 85 Essex Street, Haverhill

Candidates for the 3rd Congressional Seat, along with Democratic candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary of State and other statewide offices, will be attending. 2018 Distinguished Democrats will be awarded and straw poll will be conducted on all contested races. Open to the public and tickets are $25.00. Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended as this event will sell out early. For more info contact Breakfast Chairperson Roz McKeon, at rbm521@comcast.net.

08/25/2018 Stockbridge Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Saturday, August 25, 10 AM

Stockbridge Town Hall Meeting Room, 50 Main Street

For more info email Chairperson@stockbridgedemocrats.org.

*08/25/2018 First Barnstable State Rep Democratic Candidates Debate*

Saturday, August 25, 11 AM – 12:15 PM

Cape Media Center, 17 Shad Hole Road, Dennis Port

Meet the First Barnstable Democratic State Representative candidates, Joshua Mason and Steve Liebowitz, for a debate moderated by Sarah Colvin, Cape Media Center’s News Director. The candidates will answer questions from the audience on a range of issues. To submit questions in advance, please send to bobsam266@gmail.com. This debate will also be shown live on your local access channel. Sponsored by the Democratic Town Committees of Barnstable, Brewster, Dennis and Yarmouth in conjunction with the Cape and Islands Democratic Council. Light refreshments will be served.

08/25/2018 Meet & Greet with Donna Patalano in Waltham

Saturday, August 25, 1 – 3 PM

15 Irving Street, Waltham, MA 02451

Join us at the home of Andrew Fintzel in Waltham for coffee & conversation in support of Donna’s candidacy for Middlesex District Attorney. RSVP to: chris@litcampaigns.com.

08/25/2018 Family Fun Day in support of Becca Rausch for State Senate

Saturday, August 25, 2:30 – 4:30 PM

Needham address provided after ticket purchase

Please join our hosts for a day of music by Maria Sangiolo, crafts, face painting, balloon animals, and games in support of Becca Rausch for State Senate. Tickets are $20 for a family of 2, and $30 for three or more. Purchase tickets at https://www.beccarausch.com/family-fun

08/26/2018 Salem Democratic City Committee Potluck Picknic

Sunday, August 26, 2 – 5 PM

Collins Cove Park, 31 Collins Street, Salem

Join members of the Salem Democratic City Committee and their friends and neighbors for a fun time at our annual picnic. We’ve invited local, regional, and statewide officeholders and candidates. Suggested Donation is $20.00 per person. If bringing a check, please make it out to “Salem Democratic City Committee”.This is a potluck, so please bring an appetizer, salad, entree, dessert, or beverages. (A Google sheet will be shared soon to keep track of who is bringing what.) Please PM us or email Salemdemscc@gmail.com if you have any questions.

08/26/2018 Annual Multi-town Dems Picnic

Sunday, August 26, 3 – 5 PM

Shutesbury Athletic Club, 282 Wendell Rd., Shutesbury, MA 01072

Co-hosted by the Democratic Town Committees of Amherst, Leverett, New Salem, Pelham, Shutesbury, Sunderland, and Wendell. Senator Stan Rosenberg and Rep. Steve Kulik will be honored guests. Meet candidates for Senate and Rep. seats for 1st and 2nd Franklin and 1st Hampshire Districts. Details will be posted at https://www.413stayingconnected.org

08/26/2018 Groton DTC Meeting with Jeff Ballinger

Sunday, August 26, 4 – 6 PM

American Legion Post #55, 75 Hollis St, Groton

Special Guest: CD3 candidate Jeff Ballinger

See https://www.grotondemocrats.com/ for more information.

08/26/2018 6th Middlesex House Seat Debate – Framingham

Sunday, August 26, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Heritage Senior Assisted Living, 747 Water St., Framingham

Please park at the adjacent Hemenway School. See map at http://framinghamdems.org/heritage-location/

The Framingham Democratic Committee will host a debate among the candidates contesting in the 6th Middlesex Democratic primary. More details will be posted at http://framinghamdems.org/candidates-debate-aug-26/

*08/26/2018 Somerville Democratic City Committee Meeting with Congressman Mike Capuano*

Sunday, August 26, 7 PM

Watch https://www.somdems.org/ for location.

*08/27/2018 Breakfast Meet & Greet and Fundraiser with David LeBoeuf for State Representative*

Monday, August 27, 7:30 – 9 AM

Uncle Jays Twisted Fork, 509 Stafford St., Cherry Valley, MA 01611

Breakfast Buffet to support David LeBoeuf, Candidate for State Representative 17th Worcester District. Suggested Contribution: $25/$50/$100+. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/davidl4rep and please RSVP to Maryann at info@davidleboeuf.org.

*08/27/2018 Plymouth Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

Monday, August 27, 7 PM

Plymouth Center For The Arts, 11 North St, Plymouth

Meetings are generally held on the last Monday of each month.

*08/27/2018 3rd Congressional District Forum at Chelmsford High School*

Monday, August 27, 7 – 8:30 PM

Chelmsford High School, 200 Richardson Road, Chelmsford

*08/27/2018 West Concord Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano*

Monday, August 27, 7:30 – 9 PM

169 Heath’s Bridge Road, Concord, MA 01742

Stop by to meet Middlesex District Attorney candidate Donna Patalano for an evening of conversation. RSVP to chris@nicholwood.com.

*08/28/2018 Fundraising Reception for Congressman Bill Keating*

Tuesday, August 28, 4 – 6 PM

the home of Kathy & Mike Schell, 65 Moonpenny Lane, Chatham

Suggested donation: $1,000, $500, $250, $100.

RSVP to Michael Clarke at 508-591-0512.

*08/28/2018 Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Lowell *

Tuesday, August 28, 5:30 – 7 PM

The Keep, 110 Gotham St., Lowell, MA 01852

Join hosts Bobby Tugbiyele and Lura Smith for cocktails and conversation with Donna. RSVP to: btugbiyele@gmail.com.

08/28/2018 Reading Reception to Benefit State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump

Tuesday, August 28, 6 – 7:30 PM

18 Winter Street, Reading, MA 01867 (Street parking available)

Hosted by: Meghan Young Dave and Robin Decker. Appetizers and refreshments will be served. Suggested Contribution Levels: $50/$100/$250/$500. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/reading2018 or mail checks to: The Committee to Elect Suzanne Bump P.O. Box 163
Boston, MA 02133. Please RSVP to info@suzannebump.com.

08/28/2018 Brookline Dems Candidate Night

Tuesday, August 28, 7 – 9 PM

Brookline Town Hall, Select Board Room 333 Washington St, 6th Floor

7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Candidates for State Representative, 15th Norfolk District Rebecca Stone and Tommy Vitolo will be answering questions about issues impacting Brookline.

8:00 – 8:45pm

We’ve invited candidates from other contested Democratic primaries to join us and offer us their thoughts about why they want to represent Brookline. Candidates for State Representative, 15th Suffolk/Norfolk: Ni ka Elugardo and Jeffrey Sanchez Candidates for Governor’s Council, District 3: Nick Carter and Marilyn Pettito Devaney.

*08/28/2018 Winthrop Dems Candidate Meet and Greet*

Tuesday, August 28, 7 – 9 PM

GoGo on the Ocean, 561 Shirley St., Winthrop, MA 02152

Please join the Winthrop Town Democratic Committee for the 2018 Candidates Meet and Greet. Enjoy the beautiful views and light refreshments at GoGo on the Ocean while chatting with candidates for statewide and county wide office. Suggested donation $20. RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/221383868573330/ email questions to WinthropDems@gmail.com.

*08/28/2018 Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee Meeting*

Tuesday, August 28, 7 – 9 PM

Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1187 Adams St., Dorchester

For more information, please contact committee chair Joyce Linehan at joyce@ashmontmedia.com.

*08/29/2018 MA Dems Votebuilder Training*

Wednesday, August 29, 11 AM – 12:15 PM

Mass Dems HQ, 11 Beacon Street, Suite 425, Boston, MA 02108

Register at https://secure.ngpvan.com/t-cxh1kVS0GZJ9weYRNWjA2

08/29/2018 Winchester Reception to Benefit State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump

Wednesday, August 29, 5:30 – 7 PM

1 Wood Lane, Winchester, MA 01890 (Street parking available)

Hosted by: State Senator Jason Lewis, State Representative Michael Day, Selectman Michael Bettencourt, Paul and Annie Goodrich, and Michael and Kerri Crowe. Appetizers and refreshments will be served. Suggested Contribution Levels: $125/$250/$500/$1,000. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/winchester2018 or mail checks to: The Committee to Elect Suzanne Bump P.O. Box 163
Boston, MA 02133. Please RSVP to info@suzannebump.com.

*08/29/2018 Maura Healey Worcester Area Town Hall Meeting*

Wednesday, August 29, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Save the Date!

Watch this space for details.

*08/29/2018 Hampden Senate Candidates Forum*

Wednesday, August 29, 6 – 7:30 PM

Focus Springfield Community TV

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2107573886183645/

The community is invited to join the candidates for the Hampden Senate District seat. This is an opportunity to ask questions of the candidates about issues of importance to you.

FREE event. SEATING IS BY RESERVATION.

Reserve at this link: https://goo.gl/forms/4IwFk15SUQUc4Luo1

08/29/2018 Fundraiser for Congressional Candidate Jared Golden (ME-02)

Wednesday, August 29, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Home of Shawn Fitzgibbons & Kate Wissel, 300 Homer Street, Newton Centre, MA 02459

Help flip Maine’s 2nd District. Meet Jared Golden, with special guests Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III and Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett. Suggested donation: $100/$250/$500/$1,000/$2,700. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jgfm

08/30/2018 Kingston Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, Candidate for State Rep.

Thursday, August 30, 5:30 – 8 PM

Jones River Landing, 55 Landing Road, Kingston

Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, candidate for State Rep., 12th Plymouth District. Public opportunity learn about Kathy LaNatra’s candidacy and ask questions while enjoying a summer evening alongside the Jones River. The family-friendly event is open to all, with free BBQ fare and kids games available. Free.

Co-hosted by the Committee to Elect Kathy LaNatra and the Kingston Democratic Town Committee.

Questions?: contact electkathylanatra@gmail.com

08/30/2018 Women for McGovern

Thursday, August 30, 5:30 – 7 PM

George’s Coney Island, 158 Southbridge St., Worcester, MA 01608

Save the date. Join the Women for McGovern event for a fun night in support of Congressman Jim McGovern. Suggested Contribution: $166/$83/$42. Donate online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jpmwomen2018 and look for updates at https://www.facebook.com/events/247628792524640/

*08/30/2018 Springfield Democratic Ward Committees’ Hampden Senate Debate*

Thursday, August 30, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Mason Square Branch Library, 765 State Street, Springfield, MA 01109

Doors open at 5:30PM with the debate to commence at 6:00PM.

The Hampden Senate race is heating up and the Democratic Ward Committees of Springfield are proud to present a debate between candidates Amaad Rivera and incumbent Jim Welch. Join us at the Mason Square Branch Library from 5:30PM-7:30PM for an evening of issues, policy, and democracy! All are welcome. For more information see https://www.facebook.com/events/217360235617759/ or email ward6demsspfd@gmail.com.

*08/30/2018 Meet & Greet with Middlesex DA candidate Donna Patalano in Wakefield*

Thursday, August 30, 6 – 7:30 PM

14 Emerald St., Wakefield. MA 01880

Join Host Ryan Mingo for a meet & greet with Donna. RSVP to: chris@litcampaigns.com.

*08/30/2018 Salem Democratic City Committee Meeting*

Thursday, August 30, 7 – 8 PM

135 Lafayette St., Salem, MA 01970

*08/30/2018 Red to Blue Reception to Support Kara Eastman for Congress (NE-02)*

Thursday, August 30, 7:30 – 9 PM

Home of Ellen Tohn and John Harper, 5 Fields Lane, Wayland, MA 01778

Light refreshments provided, parking available on Joel’s Way, across Plain Road from Fields Lane.

Host – $500; Sponsor – $250; Guest – $100; Attendee – $50. RSVP to Jerell Tongson at jerell@bhstrategiesllc.com or by donating online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/tohnharper or mail contributions to: Eastman for Congress, 16411 Marcy St., Omaha, NE 68118.

09/05/2018 Middleboro Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, Candidate for State Rep.

Wednesday, September 5, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Oak Point Clubhouse Ballroom, Oak Point Dr., Middleboro

Meet & Greet with Kathy LaNatra, candidate for State Rep., 12th Plymouth District. Free public event for residents to meet Kathy LaNatra, ask questions and learn about her candidacy. Complimentary desserts and coffee.

Questions?: contact electkathylanatra@gmail.com

*09/05/2018 Wayland Democratic Town Committee meeting*

Wednesday, September 5, 6:30 – 9 PM

110 Grill, 171 Commonwealth Road (at Rt. 30 & 27), Wayland MA 01778

Post-primary meeting to map out the Fall campaign. RSVP or for more info email WDTC Chair Matt Shear at shalias2@mac.com.

09/06/2018 Braintree Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Thursday, September 6, 7 – 8:45 PM

Thayer Public Library, Program Room, 798 Washington Street, Braintree, MA. 02184

We will discuss the primary results and plan our next steps. See https://www.braintreedems.org/events

09/07/2018 Rock the Vote Bridgewater

Friday, September 7, 5 – 8 PM

Bridgewater Music Alley, Central Square, Bridgewater, MA, 02324

The Bridgewater Democratic Town Committee is proud to bring you a concert at Bridgewater Music Alley featuring The Reprobates. This concert is a free concert but please consider making a donation of $10 per ticket to help offset costs. Donate at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/rockthevotebridgewater

*09/08/2018 Holyoke Democratic City Committee Meeting*

Saturday, September 8, 10 – 11 AM

Holyoke Public Library Board Room, 250 Chestnut St. Holyoke, MA 01040

For more info visit https://www.facebook.com/Holyokedems/ or email holyokedemocrats@comcast.net.

09/08/2018 Rockport DemsMeeting

Saturday, September 8, 10:30 AM

Brenner Room of the Rockport Library.

See https://rockportdems.org/ for more information.

09/08/2018 Sen. Anne Gobi Democratic BBQ

Saturday, September 8, Noon – 5 PM

South Barre Rod & Gun Club, 2626 Barre Road, Hardwick, MA 01037

Save the date for State Senator Anne Gobi’s annual barbeque and Democratic get together. Speeches/food usually commence around 1 pm. Further details will be provided when available at https://www.facebook.com/events/1029892940503501/

09/08/2018 DSC Meeting in Lowell

Saturday, September 8, 3 PM

VFW Post 662 190 Plain Street, Lowell

At this meeting, we’ll vote on two open State Committee seats: one Affirmative Action male seat and one LGBTQ+ male seat. The qualifications for these seats may be found in our Charter – Article Three, Section II.

Watch www.massdems.org for details.

Meeting will be in CD3

09/08/2018 Wellesley Dems Picnic

Saturday, September 8, 4 – 6 PM

Save the Date.

All are welcome.

09/08/2018 Birthday Party Fundraiser for Kathy LaNatra

Saturday, September 8, 6 – 9:30 PM

Monponsett Inn, 550 Monponsett St., Halifax

Join the Committee to Elect Kathy LaNatra to support her bid to become the next State Rep. for the 12th Plymouth District. Dinner, music, cash bar. Tickets: $50 each (suggested).

To RSVP, contact electkathylanatra@gmail.com, or reserve your ticket online with a donation: www.kathylanatra.com/donate

*09/09/2018 Grafton Dems Breakfast*

Sunday, September 9, 9 – 11 AM

Grafton Inn in Grafton MA.

GRAFTON DEMOCRATS Honoring: Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Froment-Moroney Leadership in Action.

Liz Cardoza, John F. Sullivan Citizen Activist.

Jason Palitsch, Diane Saxe Legacy Leadership

Daniel Murphy, Outstanding Young Democrat

Sen. Harriette L. Chandler, GDTC Lifetime Achievement Award

Tickets $35 per person.

RSVP by check to Linda Casey, 6 Hillside Avenue, Grafton 01519.

09/10/2018 Northborough Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Monday, September 10, 7 PM

Northborough Free Library, 34 Main St., Northborough, MA 01532

For more see https://www.facebook.com/NorthboroughDems/

*09/10/2018 Franklin Democratic Town Committee Meeting*

Monday, September 10, 7 – 9 PM

23 Hutchinson St., Franklin, MA 02038

Handicapped accessible and free parking. More information at https://www.facebook.com/franklindemocrats/ or http://www.franklindemocrats.com or contact Tonya Price, Chair@FranklinDemocrats.com.

*09/11/2018 Quincy Democratic City Committee Meeting*

Tuesday, September 11, 6:15 – 8 PM

NAGE Office Building, 159 Burgin Parkway, Quincy, MA 02169

Handicapped accessible and free parking. More information at http://quincydems.com

09/11/2018 Wrentham Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Tuesday, September 11, 7 – 9 PM

Wrentham Council On Aging, 400 Taunton St, Wrentham

Come on down – voters (and soon to be voters) are welcome!

Monthly meeting to help Democrats get elected.

See https://www.facebook.com/events/849683038537340/?event_time_id=849683085204002 for more information.

09/11/2018 Wellesley Dems Fall Organizing Meeting

Tuesday, September 11, 7 PM

Wellesley Community Center, 219 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481

Save the Date.

*09/12/2018 Countdown to Election Day Fundraiser*

Wednesday, September 12, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Bostonian Boston Hotel, 26 North Street

Join the Environmental Voter Project for our annual fundraiser in Boston! Suggested Guest Contributions: $50, $100, or $200

To buy tickets in advance, click here:

https://secure.ngpvan.com/OWPFfpLrok6yW918gXzUjA2

If you’re unable to make the event, but would still like to donate, click here: https://secure.ngpvan.com/OWPFfpLrok6yW918gXzUjA2

09/12/2018 Longmeadow Dems Meeting

Wednesday, September 12, 7:30 PM

Greenwood Center, 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow

Our September meeting will include an update from Senator Elizabeth Warren’s campaign featuring a regional field organizer and State Representative Brian Ashe. Rep. Ashe has served as our State Rep since 2008. He represents the towns of East Longmeadow, Hampden, Longmeadow, and Monson. Rep. Ashe will provide us with an update from Beacon Hill and all of his great work on our behalf.

09/13/2018 Ayer Democratic Town Committee Meeting.

Thursday, September 13, 7 – 8:30 PM

Community Room at the Ayer Police Station, 54 Park St., Aye

Please park across the street in the Aubuchon Hardware parking lot, per request of the police department.

Contact koconnor20@yahoo.com.

09/13/2018 Wellesley Democratic Town Committee Meeting

Thursday, September 13, 7 – 9 PM

Wellesley Community Center, 219 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481

7:00 pm – Social Hour

7:30 pm – Business Meeting

8:00 pm – Speakers to be announced

09/13/2018 Gloucester DCC Meeting

Thursday, September 13, 7:30 – 9 PM

Gloucester House Restaurant, 63 Rogers St, Gloucester

See http://www.gloucesterdemocrats.org/ for more information.

*09/15/2018 Second Worcester Dems Cookout*

Saturday, September 15, Noon – 3 PM

Broad Meadow Brook, 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester

A cookout for all Democratic Town and Ward Committee members, and supporting volunteers, in the Second Worcester Senate District (including all of the Northbridge Dems, even though the town is split by district!). Free cookout lunch (hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie option), and the chance to mingle with other Dems from the district, and some of our candidates and elected officials!

Sponsors include Congressman Jim McGovern, Senator Mike Moore, and the Mass. Democratic Party. All Democratic Town and Ward committee members from across the Second Worcester District are invited! We are asking people to please RSVP to ShrewsburyDTC@Gmail.com for planning purposes; anyone with any questions may also direct them to that email address.

09/16/2018 Acton Boxborough Demcoratic Picnic

Sunday, September 16, 2 – 5 PM

Home of Clare Siska 14 Stow Street, Acton

Great food, Great friends, Great Candidates, Great Elected Officials All for a Great Democratic Party!

$10 per person/$20 per family

Please help us support the Acton Boxborough Food Pantry and bring a non-perishable food item to the picnic!

09/23/2018 Braintree Democratic Town Committee Breakfast with Cong. Stephen Lynch

Sunday, September 23, 10 AM – Noon

Granite Grill, 703 Granite Street, Braintree, MA

For ticket information, see https://www.braintreedems.org/events

09/25/2018 Salem Democratic City Committee Meeting

Tuesday, September 25, 7 PM

135 Lafayette Street Salem, MA

Guest Speakers State Senator Joan Lovely and State Rep. Paul Tucker.

09/26/2018 Natick Dems Committee Meeting

Wednesday, September 26, 7 PM

Save the date.

http://www.natickdems.org/events/

09/27/2018 Plymouth County Register of Deeds John R. Buckley Jr.’s Annual “Galway West” Oyster Festival

Thursday, September 27, 5:30 – 8 PM

J.P. Ryan’s Tavern, 246 Brockton Avenue (Route 123), Abington

Featuring Irish music, Irish step dancers, and fresh oysters from the Duxbury Oyster Company. Suggested minimum donation: $25.00. Sponsorships: Gold $200/Silver $100/Bronze $75. For directions or further information call Pamela Berry at 781-871-1510.

09/30/2018 Westfield Democratic City Committee Annual Harvest Breakfast

Sunday, September 30, 9:30 AM

Tekoa Country Club, 459 Russell Rd. (Rt 20), Westfield, MA 01085

The Westfield Democratic City Committee will be honoring Governor’s Councilor Mary Hurley as Westfield Democrat of the Year and Richard K. Sullivan, Sr. as Democratic City Committee Member of the Year at its annual Harvest Breakfast. Tickets are $30. RSVP and signup information to follow at https://www.facebook.com/events/1381813175284946/

10/02/2018 New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

Tuesday, October 2, 6:30 PM

560 Pleasant Street, New Bedford

6:00 pm social time.

6:20 pm meeting time.

Contact Chair Richard Drolet 508-801-2881 or Lisa Lemieux at 774-328-0394.

Meeting dates: 11/13, 12/4.

10/17/2018 Longmeadow Dems Meeting

Wednesday, October 17, 7:30 PM

Greenwood Center, 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow

Our October meeting will feature a panel discussion on the ballot questions that will appear on the November ballot. We will also learn how we can help Get Out the Vote for all of our great democratic candidates!

10/19/2018 Barbara Gray Legacy Award Dinner

Friday, October 19, 5:30 – 8:30 PM

Preservation Hall, 335 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA 02667

Save the date.

10/21/2018 West Springfield Democrat of the Year Award Brunch

Sunday, October 21, 10 AM – Noon

Storrowton Tavern, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA 01089

Save the Date. Hosted by West Springfield Democratic Committee. Details to follow. https://www.facebook.com/events/1785167424839195/

10/24/2018 Save the Date – Event with Jason Kander

Wednesday, October 24

Watch this space for details.

*10/28/2018 Lynn Democratic City Committee Annual Unity Breakfast*

Sunday, October 28, 8:30 – 11 AM

Franco-American Hall, 535 Western Ave, Lynn

A plentiful breakfast will be provided. Donation per person: $30.00 in advance, $35:00 at the door . Please send checks payable to the LDCC for the number of people planning to attend, to Jane Cahill, LDCC Treasurer, 169 Lynn Shore Dr, Lynn, MA 01902. For additional information, please contact Agnes Ricko, Chair at 781-599-9347 or alfredricko@comcast.net

11/13/2018 New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

Tuesday, November 13, 6:30 PM

560 Pleasant Street, New Bedford

6:00 pm social time.

6:20 pm meeting time.

Contact Chair Richard Drolet 508-801-2881 or Lisa Lemieux at 774-328-0394.

Meeting dates: 12/4.

11/14/2018 DSC Meeting

Wednesday, November 14, 6:30 PM

SAVE THE DATE!

Meeting in CD4.

Watch www.massdems.org for details.

12/04/2018 New Bedford Democratic City Committee Meeting

Tuesday, December 4, 6:30 PM

560 Pleasant Street, New Bedford

6:00 pm social time.

6:20 pm meeting time.

Contact Chair Richard Drolet 508-801-2881 or Lisa Lemieux at 774-328-0394.