Celebrate Juneteenth at The Dream Center
The annual Manatee County Juneteenth Festival returns to the 13th Avenue Dream Center Saturday, June 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., located at 922 24th St. East in Bradenton. Commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrate African American culture at this non-partisan event.
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Get Democrats out to vote for School Board candidates in the August elections. Join our team of dedicated phone callers. Make calls from your home or in the Manatee Dem office. |
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Voter Outreach Door-to-Door |
Every Saturday, 4 to 6pm
Manatee Democratic Headquarters 435 Cortez Rd W Bradenton
Get important voter registration and Vote By Mail info to voters' doors. Bring a friend or let us know if you would like a walking partner. Contact Dan Coppinger, dancoppy@yahoo.com.
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Black Caucus Voter Registration |
Every Wednesday and Friday, 10am to
2pm
Members of the Manatee County Democratic Black Caucus meet potential new voters at business locations and parks. Contact Florence Shelton-Clark, msdbcoutreach@gmail.com.
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Thursday, June 2, 11:30am
Peridia Golf & Country Club, 4950 Peridia Blvd E, Bradenton
Lunch and postcard project workshop. We will be adding messages to postcards and sending to newly registered young Democrats. Lunch cost $15 payable at the door. Contact Paul Dain, pauldain73@gmail.com.
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Democratic Public Education Caucus |
Thursday, June 2 and 16, 10am (Online)
Join the DPECF ESE Committee meeting on the first and third Thursday of the month at 10 am. Everyone is welcome! Contact Robin William, robinftabw@gmail.com.
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Sunday, June 5, 4 to 6pm
Our Caucus recently designated the first Sunday of every month for informal gatherings of members and friends. Since venues vary, we will notify those on our email distribution list about the venue a few days before. If you wish to attend but aren’t on our distribution list, contact Kent Noel, at ManateeLGBTADems@gmail.com. All are welcome.
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Longboat Key Democratic Club |
Tuesday, June 7, 12-1:30pm (Online)
Our guest is Jonathan Alter, political analyst on "Democrats Are Losing Voters: The Messaging Mess and How to Fix It." Contact Howard Veit, howardrv@gmail.com.
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Democratic Progressive Caucus |
Every Saturday in June
We thank Diversity & Inclusion Young Adults who have given so much time and effort to helping Manasota Attainable Housing Coalition clients each week. Join the Manatee Progressive Caucus to help social justice causes. Contact Steve Ryan at vanryan93@yahoo.com
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Thursday, June 9, 11:30am
Peridia Golf & Country Club 4950 Peridia Blvd E, Bradenton
Lunch with guest speaker Michelle Atkinson, Agent, Environmental Horticulture at the Manatee County Extension in Service, an educational program which brings University of Florida resources to the county. Deadline for reservations, June 3rd. Contact Sandy Gander, san.gander@gmail.com, 941-720-6662.
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Democratic Environmental Caucus |
Thursday, June 9, 7pm
Democratic Headquarters, 435 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
We are having an in-person meeting that will focus on future plans for the Caucus. This will be the last meeting of Caucus until September. Contact Ruth Lawler or Cyndy Rosso, eco.manateedems@gmail.com
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Lakewood Ranch Democratic Club |
Tuesday, June 14, 7pm (Online)
We've invited several Democratic county leaders to talk about how you can get involved in the mid-term elections at this pivotal time. Don't let another election cycle pass you by. Contact Lucy Lapides, lucy@lwrdems.com.
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Wednesday, June 15, 6pm
Democratic Headquarters, 435 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
In-person meeting with guest Reverend James T. Golden. Rev. Golden is seeking re-election to the Manatee County School Board and is a well-known and respected leader in our community. An on-line meeting link is available by request. Contact Kent Noel, ManateeLGBTADems@gmail.com.
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Thursday, June 16, 4 to 6pm
Democratic Headquarters, 435 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
Help us reach our phone calling goals and have some fun and pizza in the process. Newcomers are welcome - we will provide you training before the event. Contact Tina Shope, anntinashope@gmail.com.
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Saturday, June 18, 9:30 to 11am
Manatee Democratic HQ, 435 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
Join us to obtain voter registrations and Vote by Mail enrollments in low-voter-turnout precincts. Return to headquarters to relax and socialize with other participants - inside or out. Wine, beer and snacks provided. Please RSVP in advance. Contact Phyllis Myers, BlueWaveManatee@gmail.com.
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Anna Maria Island and W Manatee Democratic Club |
Wednesday, June 22, 1 to 3pm
The Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach
The club is hosting an informal Summer Chat Series
What are your most pressing issues that need to be addressed by those running for office in November? Contact Barbara Ehren, barbara.ehren@gmail.com.
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Longboat Key Democratic Club |
Thursday, June 23, 12 to 1:30pm (Online)
Roberta Kaplan and Zander Moricz, Challenging Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill. The plaintiff, a courageous high-school senior, and his attorney talk about why they're mounting the first federal legal challenge to our state's heinous legislation.
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Manatee County Democratic Black Caucus |
Monthly meeting TBA
Our scheduled meeting is the 4th Thursday each month at 6pm. Join the caucus to ensure that Black voters are involved, engaged, elected and active participants in the Democratic process. Contact Michelle Grimsley, mcdblackcaucus@gmail.com.
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Tuesday, June 28, 6pm (Online)
Manatee Democratic HQ, 435 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
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Thanks to all who made the 2022 Democratic gala a great success. If you haven't had a chance to donate yet, it's not too late. We are a 100% volunteer organization and count on you to keep our operations going. Thank you!
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Manatee County Democratic Party
435 Cortez Road West
941-301-4336 hqmanateedems@gmail.com
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