Greetings from Kate Donaghue
Dear Democrats,
Caucus season kicks off on Saturday! If you have never been to a caucus before, consider attending. It is a great way to meet Democrats in your community. Encourage friends to attend their local caucuses. The list is here:
http://www.massdems.org/caucus/
A couple of groups are hosting post caucus gatherings. Check out the events in Ashland and Milford. If you are near either of those locations, consider an informal gathering right after your caucus, even if it is just two or three people.
This Sunday, Central Massachusetts Democrats are invited to a free buffet brunch followed by signature gathering to kickoff the 2012 Democratic campaigns with a bang! With races for President, U.S. Senate, Congress, State Senate and State House of Representatives all in play, 2012 will be a critical year for Central Massachusetts and around the Commonwealth. To make sure Democrats are ready, please join us for brunch and a Day of Action!
Check the calendar below for details on all of the events that I mentioned.
Democratically yours,
Kate Donaghue
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Event details:
02/10/2012 National Delegate Training-WatertownFriday, February 10, 5:30 - 7 PM
Perkins School for the Blind, 175 North Beacon Street, Watertown
Training to become a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina. RSVP Required. Contact Daisa Guilarte Email dguilarte@... or call 617-939-0800.
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02/11/2012 Holliston Democratic February DTC Meeting and Caucus
Saturday, February 11, 10 AM
Holliston Town Hall, 703 Washington Street
Please contact Chair Beth Greely with questions, beth@....
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*02/11/2012 Easthampton Democratic Committee Meeting*
Saturday, February 11, 11 AM - Noon
Easthampton Municipal Building, 50 Payson Ave., Easthampton
All registered Democrats are welcome to join our monthly meeting of the local branch of the democratic party! We will be meeting in the City Council chamber. Contact Information: Ray Drewnowski rmpd0512@....
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*02/11/2012 3rd MAD meeting*
Saturday, February 11, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Northeast Elementary School, 70 Putney Lane, Waltham
We meet in the Cafetorium. Come in the front door - you will see information tables set-up - look to the right. Waltham is host and will provide coffee, juice, and donuts for snacks. N.B.: We must enact our bylaws at this meeting Please send any questions about the bylaws to Timothy.Miley@... or for other info email Kelly A. Durkee-Erwin, Chair of Third Middlesex Area Democrats at k.durkee.erwin@....
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02/11/2012 Newton Dems Campaign Kickoff Event
Saturday, February 11, Noon - 1:30 PM
Newton South High School; 140 Brandeis Road; Newton Centre
The Newton Dems caucuses will be preceded by a Campaign Kickoff Event. Come and hear from Obama 2012 MA campaign leadership and learn how you can make a difference during campaign 2012.
12:00--1:30pm kickoff event
1:30--3:30pm caucuses
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*02/11/2012 Littleton Democratic Caucus and DTC Quarterly Meeting*
Saturday, February 11, 1 PM
Town Offices Building, Room 103, 37 Shattuck St., Littleton
Caucus begins at 1:00pm and Quarterly meeting follows about an hour later at end of Caucus. For information contact Jane Chrisfield at jchrisfield1@....
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02/11/2012 Foxbrorough Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting
Saturday, February 11, 2 - 3 PM
Foxborough Public Safety Building, 8 Chestnut Street, Foxborough
This is the regular monthly meeting of the FDTC. Our meetings are open and all are welcome. We are always interested in adding new members and associate members. For more information contact
Dennis Naughton at naughden@....
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*02/11/2012 Weston Dems Caucus & WDTC Meeting*
Saturday, February 11, 2 - 4 PM
Weston Public Library Community Room, 87 School Street, Weston
Weston Democratic Town Committee meeting immediately following the Caucus. For more information see http://WestonDems.org/?p=959
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02/11/2012 Medfield MDTC Meeting
Saturday, February 11, 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Medfield Public Library, 468 Main Street, Medfield
Monthly meeting of the Medfield Democratic Town Committee. Meeting will start upon completion and adjournment of Medfield Caucus. For more info contact Bob Luttman at rluttman@...
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02/11/2012 Taste of Ashland Democratic Event
Saturday, February 11, 3 - 6 PM
American Legion Hall, 40 Summer Street, Ashland
Join us for our 4th Annual Taste of Ashland Food and Wine Pairing event with special guests Congressman Ed Markey and Lieutenant Governer Tim Murray. For information call 508-881-3300 or visit AshlandDems.org . $25 per person.
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*02/11/2012 Mansfield Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Saturday, February 11, 3 PM
Mansfield Municipal Airport, 265 Fruit Street, Building H, Mansfield
Our guest speaker will be Marty Farren, candidate for Congress in the fourth congressional district. The public is always welcome to attend our meetings and events, and we always invite participation of new or potential new members. For further information, visit our website at http://www.mansfielddems.org email mansfielddems@... or call Joe Kaplan at 508-339-4520.
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*02/11/2012 "Love a Democrat" Post Caucus Gathering*
Saturday, February 11, 4 PM
The Nite Lite Lounge, 31 Central St, Milford
Many towns are holding their caucuses this Saturday, so the Greater Blackstone Valley Dems got together to organize a soiree for the early evening. Come on out to the Nite Lite Lounge, conveniently located in downtown Milford at 31 Central St. There's ample parking in a public lot just across the street, and we'll be providing a selection of appetizers and entertainment from the executive committee of the GBVD. Don't miss "Wait, Wait, Don't Pick Me", where you'll have an opportunity to win fabulous prizes: an autographed copy of "538 Ways to Live, Work and Play Like a Liberal" from Living Liberally founder Justin Krebs, a voicemail greeting in my inimitable voice, and much, more. We will also be debuting our local access cable TV show "All Politics Is Local".
It promises to be a good time for all; come out on Saturday for a good time with hard working local Democrats!
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02/12/2012 Central Massachusetts Democratic Action: 2012 Kickoff Breakfast
Sunday, February 12, 10 - 11:30 AM
Coral Seafood, 225 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester
Join Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray, Congressman Jim McGovern, the Massachusetts Democratic Party, Obama For America: Massachusetts, state elected officials, the Worcester Democratic City Committee and the greatest Democratic activists in Central Massachusetts for a kickoff breakfast, followed by a day of action.
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02/12/2012 Northampton Reception with Congressman Jim McGovern
Sunday, February 12, 4 - 5:30 PM
Haymarket Cafe, 185 Main St, Northampton
Much of Hampshire and Franklin Counties have been redrawn into the new Second Congressional District through the congressional redistricting process. Upon his successful re-election this fall, Congressman Jim McGovern would be the district’s new Congressman in Washington. Please join our hosts as we welcome Jim to Northampton and learn more about his work in Congress and vision for our country.
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02/12/2012 Elizabeth Warren Fundraiser in Belmont
Sunday, February 12, 7 - 9 PM
Home of Linda and Jeff Levin-Sherz, 75 Woodbine Road, Belmont, MA
You are cordially invite to a reception with Elizabeth Warren, Democrat for United States Senate, with a musical performance by Digney Fignus and dancing.
Wine and cheese will be served. Supporter: $500; Friend: $250; Guest: $150. Please RSVP to Sarah at sarah@... or at 617-591-2802 or at https://secure.actblue.com/page/belmontforelizabeth .
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02/13/2012 Medway Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting
Monday, February 13, 7 PM
Medway Senior Center, 76 Oakland Street, Medway
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02/15/2012 MetroWest Young Democrats February Meeting
Wednesday, February 15, 7 - 8 PM
9 Vernon St, Framingham Center
Guest speaker Representative Carolyn Dykema. We will be getting reports from officers of the board, and discussing plans for upcoming events and issues. If you aren't able to make it in person - you can still phone in. More details on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/metrowest.young.democrats
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*02/16/2012 Forum on School Funding in Framingham hosted by Rep. Tom Sannicandro*
Thursday, February 16, 7 PM
McCarthy Elementary School, 8 Flagg Drive, Framingham
A Community Conversation with Sen. Karen Spilka, Rep. Chris Walsh, Rep. Tom Conroy and town officials. The evening will include presentations by the panel on how the Chapter 70 school funding formula works, special education funding, town finance and school funding, how school funding effects Framingham, as well as efforts to change inequities in and antiquated parts of the formula. It will also include a conversation about how to move forward on the school funding issue, which is where you are needed. RSVP or submit questions to tom@....
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02/16/2012 Sudbury Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Thursday, February 16, 7:15 - 9 PM
Sudbury Grange Hall, 326 Concord Road, Sudbury
Website http://sudburydemocrats.org/
Future meetings: 3/19, 4/17, 5/17, 6/21, 7/16, 8/21, 9/17, 10/18, 11/19.
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02/17/2012 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast
Friday, February 17, 7 - 9 AM
Mel's Commonwealth Cafe, 310 Commonwealth Rd (Rt 30 at East Plain St.), Wayland
Join us for eggs and conversation over easy. Stop in when you can and stay as long as you like. We can be reached at: WDTC@.... More info about Wayland Dems is at http://www.waylanddems.org/
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02/18/2012 Greater Lowell Area Democrats monthly meeting
Saturday, February 18, 8 - 10 AM
Independence Grill at Chelmsford Radisson, 10 Independence Drive (Rt 495 exit 34 to Rt 110)
$5 is requested of each attendee to cover breakfast. Contact: Marie Sweeney at sweeney133@....
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02/18/2012 14th Annual Presidents Weekend Brunch in Harwich
Saturday, February 18, 10 AM - Noon
The Land Ho Restaurant, 429 Rte 28, Harwichport
The Harwich Democratic Town Committee invites you to join guest speaker Steve Grossman at our Annual Presidents Weekend Brunch. We will also be honoring our 2012 recipients of The Mabel Canto Democrat of the Year Award: Joseph McParland and The James Noonan Community Service Award: John E. O'Brien. $20.00 per person. R.S.V.P. to raygottwald@... by February 15th.
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*02/20/2012 Bob Toomey for State Rep Campaign Kick off*
Monday, February 20, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
J.P. Ryan's Tavern, 246 Brockton Avenue, Abington
Bob is running for State Rep. in the 7th Plymouth District. Abington, Whitman and E. Bridgewater. Join us for Bob's campaign kick off event. Hot and Cold hors d'oeovres will be served. Enjoy Live Irish music from Danny Gill and Bob Folks. Suggested donation $20.00. Contact Information: Matt Hanley 508-922-7303
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*02/21/2012 Fundraiser for Josh Dawson with Treasurer Steve Grossman*
Tuesday, February 21, 5:30 - 7 PM
LIR, 903 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115
Please Join Steve Grossman for a discussion of the 2012 elections at a Fundraising Reception in support of Joshua Dawson, Candidate for Reelection, Democratic State Committee.
$250 (friend) $100 (supporter) $25 (guest)
Please RSVP to Josh Dawson at josh@... or 617.777.2027. Donations accepted at the door or can be made online at http://www.joshdawson.com/contribute.
Checks should be made out to “Joshua L. Dawson Committee” and can be sent to:
Joshua L. Dawson Committee
25 Marlborough Street #B2
Boston, MA 02116
Since the office being sought is in a private organization (Democratic State Committee), Federal and Massachusetts campaign finance laws do not apply.
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*02/22/2012 An Evening Honoring Treasurer Steve Grossman*
Wednesday, February 22, 6 PM
Back Bay Social Club, 867 Boylston Street, Boston
The Greater Boston Chapter of Young Democrats of Massachusetts are pleased to invite you to an evening to honor Treasurer and former state Party and DNC Steve Grossman for his long history of empowering youth in politics. With the presidential, senate, and state campaigns ramping up, we look forward to hearing Treasurer Grossman's unique perspective on the outlook for the 2012 elections and the role that Young Dems can play in electing great Democratic leaders. By making a suggested contribution for this event, you will ensure we have the resources we need to make an impact around Greater Boston -- and in swing states like New Hampshire. We look forward to seeing you at this special and important event! Please RSVP securely on ActBlue today at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/victory12 Please contact Tina Stanton for more information at tmstanton@....
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*02/22/2012 Meet and Greet with State Representative Cleon Turner*
Wednesday, February 22
the home of Patricia & Jack Coffey, 3400 Main St. (Rt. 6A), Barnstable
Representative Turner is honored and pleased that Barnstable Precinct 1 is now part of the 1st Barnstable District. The 1st Barnstable District consists of precincts 1 and 2 in Brewster, all of the town of Dennis, precincts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 in the town of Yarmouth, and precinct 1 in the town of Barnstable. Please RSVP to Bob Isadore at Velore20@... or 508-362-1696.
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02/23/2012 South Hadley DTC February meeting
Thursday, February 23, 7 - 8 PM
Selectboard Meeting Room, South Hadley Town Hall, 116 Main Street, South Hadley MA,
Please join us for our February meeting!
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*02/23/2012 Newton for Obama Reception with Diane Patrick and Treasurer Steve Grossman*
Thursday, February 23
Newton, MA
https://my.barackobama.com/february23newtonreception
Tickets: $1,000 (Host)/$500/$200/$44 (Gen44)
Contact Ryan Fleury at Rfleury@... to join the host committee.
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02/25/2012 Falmouth DTC Brunch with Senate President Therese Murray and Congressman Bill Keating
Saturday, February 25, 9:30 AM
Coonamessett Inn, Falmouth
Senate President Therese Murray and Congressman Bill Keating will be the honored guests of the Falmouth Democratic Town Committee at a Democratic Brunch. For more information contact Thelma Goldon at tgoldoncape@....
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*02/25/2012 Wayland DTC Caucus & Monthly Meeting*
Saturday, February 25, 1 PM
Wayland Public Safety Building Community Room, 38 Cochituate Road, Wayland
Caucus begins at 1:00pm. DTC business meeting will follow. (This is a change from what had been previously posted.) If you have any questions please contact WDTC Chairman Michael Gilbreath at gildell@....
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02/26/2012 Framingham Caucus and DTC Meeting
Sunday, February 26, 1 PM
Nevins Hall, Memorial Building, 150 Concord St, Framingham
12 noon Registration; Call to Order 1:00 PM (Note you must be registered before the Call to Order to vote in the Caucus.)
Framingham Democratic Town Committee Business Meeting directly after Caucus. Please bring non perishables for A Place to Turn. Contact: Chair -Tom Mahoney(508) 259-6831 email: thom.mahoney@....
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02/26/2012 Boxford DTC Caucus and Meeting
Sunday, February 26, 2 - 3 PM
Boxford Community Center, 4 Middleton Road, Boxford
Annual Caucus, with sign-in and coffee hour from 1:30 pm. A brief business meeting will follow the caucus, at which time new members who wish to join will be voted onto the committee.
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*02/26/2012 Saugus Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Sunday, February 26, 7 - 8:30 PM
Laurel Gardens, 2 Rice Street, Saugus
Chris Lange, who coordinates the North Shore for Elizabeth Warren's Senatorial campaign, will be our guest speaker. Contact Information: Joe Malone 781-233-1358.
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02/27/2012 Reception in Support of Steve Grossman
Monday, February 27, 5:30 PM
China Pearl Restaurant, 9 Tyler Street Boston
Tickets are: Guest $125/Supporter $250/Friend $500. RSVP and purchase tickets at http://www.stevegrossman.com/february27
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02/27/2012 2nd Annual Western Mass Emerge Reception
Monday, February 27, 6 - 8:30 PM
Coco, 95 Main Street, Easthampton
We are pleased to welcome special guest speaker Eleanor Clift. She is a columnist for Newsweek and The Daily Beast, a regular panelist on "The McLaughlin Group," author of Madam President: Shattering the Last Glass Ceiling, and soon-to-be-released Selecting a President, written with Matthew Spieler (available May 2012). Light refreshments served -- cash bar. Suggested Donation: $25/$50/$100/$250. RSVP to Judy Neufeld at rsvp@... or RSVP online and get more information about the event and Eleanor Clift, please go to http://www.emergema.org/node/148
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*03/02/2012 Fiddler's Green Event with Lieutenant Governor Tim Murrray*
Friday, March 2, 6 - 8 PM
Hibernian Cultural Center, Fiddler's Green Pub, 19 Temple Street, Worcester
Please join Lieutenant Governor Timothy P. Murray. Suggested contribution $25.
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*03/03/2012 Mansfield DTC 7th Annual Barney Breakfast*
Saturday, March 3, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Mansfield Elks Hall, 140 N Main St Mansfield
Guest Speaker: Congressman Barney Frank. $15 per ticket to benefit Mansfield Democratic Town Committee. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Lisa Dye at 508-337-9320 or mansfielddems@.... website: http://www.mansfielddems.org
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03/03/2012 Mass Alliance Campaign Manager Training - Boston
March 3-4, 2012
SEIU 1199, 150 Mt. Vernon St., Boston
Mass Alliance is a coalition of progressive organizations. We work with candidates from wondering to winning. We have a track record of helping candidates run successful progressive, grassroots campaigns. At our Campaign Manager training, progressives get a toolbox of skills that will help us all grow the progressive movement, because the skills learned in the two day training are transferable to any of the fights coming before our communities. Attendees will learn from some of the best progressive campaign operatives in Massachusetts. The training will cover: Field organizing, Message development, Working with the press, Grassroots Fundraising, and other time-tested tactics for winning campaigns. The workshop is great training for full-time paid work on campaigns and is also helpful for issue and neighborhood activists who are hoping to enhance their understanding of how to influence the outcome of campaigns. The cost for this workshop is $80. Scholarships are available. Food and materials for the two-day training are provided. For more information, or to register, contact Jordan at Mass Alliance: 617.722.4320 or jordan@.... Web site http://www.massalliance.org
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03/06/2012 Massachusetts Presidential Primary
Tuesday, March 6
State Committee candidates, as well as Town and Ward Committee candidates will also appear on this ballot. [back]
03/07/2012 Longmeadow DTC Meeting
Wednesday, March 7, 7:15 PM
Greenwood Center, 231 Maple Rd., Longmeadow
Web site http://www.longmeadowdemocrats.com/
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03/08/2012 March 8th with Matt O'Malley
Thursday, March 8, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
the Vault, 105 Water Street, Boston
Please join Boston City Councilor Matt O'Malley for his 2nd annual fundraiser at The Vault. We hope you will consider making a contribution: $25/$125/$250/$500. RSVP by ordering your tickets at https://secure.actblue.com/page/vault Questions? Please email ckeohan@....
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03/12/2012 Lynn Democratic City Committee Meeting
Monday, March 12, 7 PM
Hibernian Hall,104 Federal St., Lynn
For further information, please contact LDCC Co-Chairs Agnes Ricko at alfredricko@... 781-599-9347 or Coley Walsh at jcoleywalsh@... .
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03/13/2012 Auburn Democratic Town Committee Irish Night Dinner
Tuesday, March 13, 6 PM
Pakachoag Church, 203 Pakachoag Street, Auburn
Honorees will be announced. For sponsorship or dinner reservation email auburndtc@....
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03/15/2012 Bay State Stonewall Democrats Annual St. Patrick's Day Party
Thursday, March 15, 7 PM
Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave. (at Berkeley St.), Boston
Donation at door: $30, $20 for students and seniors. For more information, contact Henry Paquin at 617-792-3823 or Henry.Paquin@.... Website: www.baystatestonewalldems.org
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*03/15/2012 Shrewsbury DTC Meeting*
Thursday, March 15, 7 PM
Media Center, Oak Middle School, (45 Oak Street, Shrewsbury
Contact ShrewsburyDTC@... www.ShrewsburyDemocrats.org
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03/16/2012 Wayland Dems 3rd Friday Breakfast
Friday, March 16, 7 - 9 AM
Mel's Commonwealth Cafe, 310 Commonwealth Rd (Rt 30 at East Plain St.), Wayland
Join us for eggs and conversation over easy. Stop in when you can and stay as long as you like. We can be reached at: WDTC@.... More info about Wayland Dems is at http://www.waylanddems.org/
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03/16/2012 Rep. John Keenan's St. Patrick's Day Breakfast
Friday, March 16, 7:30 AM
Finz Restaurant Pickering Wharf Salem
Save the date!
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*03/17/2012 3MAD/GLAD Joint Meeting*
Saturday, March 17, 8 AM
Radisson- Chelmsford Independence Grill
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03/19/2012 Sudbury Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Monday, March 19, 7:15 - 9 PM
Sudbury Grange Hall, 326 Concord Road, Sudbury
Website http://sudburydemocrats.org/
Future meetings: 4/17, 5/17, 6/21, 7/16, 8/21, 9/17, 10/18, 11/19.
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03/21/2012 Swampscott Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 21, 7 - 9 PM
Swampscott Senior Center, behind the Swampscott High School on 200 Essex Street
For more information, contact Ralph Edwards at redwards747@... or (781) 593-7364.
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03/22/2012 Wayland DTC Monthly Meeting
Thursday, March 22, 7 PM
J.J. McKay's Restaurant, 171 Commonwealth Road, Wayland
6:30 for coffee, drinks and conversation, 7:00 for our meeting over dinner. If you have any items that you would like to see on the meeting agenda please contact WDTC Chairman Michael Gilbreath at gildell@....
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*03/24/2012 15th Annual Southeastern Massachusetts Democratic Spring Unity Brunch*
Saturday, March 24, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Waters Church, 15 John L Dietsch Blvd, Attleboro Falls
This event is open to the public: $20 per person, $15 for students. Meet our elected officials and party candidates. Dialogue with the Democratic State Committee, local ward chairs and ward members. Ensure grassroots networking continues to function and weighs in on decision-making at the local, state, and national level. This event is hosted annually by the Attleboro Democratic City Committee. For further information contact the Event Co-Chairs: Debbie Scott at 508-226-1966 or Tom Warren at 508-226-6045 or e-mail us at attleborodemocrats@.... Information can also be found at http://www.attleborodemocrats.org
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03/25/2012 Weymouth DTC 3rd Annual Spring Democratic Breakfast
Sunday, March 25, 10 AM - 2 PM
Eagles Hall, 1338 Washington Street (Rte. 53), Weymouth
Save the Date. Congressman Bill Keating and Congressman Stephen Lynch have been invited to be Keynote Speakers and the Candidates for US Senate have also been invited to speak. More information to follow. If your interested in attending or want more information you can contact: Lynn Howard, WDTC Chairperson at lynnphoward82@... or 781-901-9120.
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03/29/2012 Rep. Mahoney's Annual St. Patrick's Day Event
Thursday, March 29, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
O'Connor's Restaurant, 1160 W. Boylston Street, Worcester, MA
It's our first re-election this year, and I'd be honored if you'd help me get my campaign started off with a great event!
Looking forward to seeing you.
Questions or to RSVP please email ElectJohnMahoney@... .
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03/31/2012 Mass Alliance Campaign Manager Training - Western MA
March 31-April 1, 2012
Location TBD
Mass Alliance is a coalition of progressive organizations. We work with candidates from wondering to winning. We have a track record of helping candidates run successful progressive, grassroots campaigns. At our Campaign Manager training, progressives get a toolbox of skills that will help us all grow the progressive movement, because the skills learned in the two day training are transferable to any of the fights coming before our communities. Attendees will learn from some of the best progressive campaign operatives in Massachusetts. The training will cover: Field organizing, Message development, Working with the press, Grassroots Fundraising, and other time-tested tactics for winning campaigns. The workshop is great training for full-time paid work on campaigns and is also helpful for issue and neighborhood activists who are hoping to enhance their understanding of how to influence the outcome of campaigns. The cost for this workshop is $80. Scholarships are available. Food and materials for the two-day training are provided. For more information, or to register, contact Jordan at Mass Alliance: 617.722.4320 or jordan@.... Web site http://www.massalliance.org
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04/01/2012 Middlesex and Worcester Democratic Breakfast
Sunday, April 1, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Hudson Portuguese Riverside, Club 13 Port Street, Hudson
Join legislators, Senate Candidates, unions, activists & friends for a great time! The M&W will also be presenting the "Democracy in Action Award" to local activists for outstanding commitment to the work of local Democratic Committees. Tickets are $25/$300 for a table of 10 and a listing in the program as a Host/$125 for 4 tickets and a listing in the program as a Sponsor. Please make checks payable to: "MW Democratic Coalition" and mail to: Kelly Roney, 9 Strawberry Hill Road, Southborough, MA 01772 For more information contact: sue_kennedy@... or 978/264-9165.
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04/14/2012 DSC Meeting
Saturday, April 14
Save the date! Watch www.massdems.org for details.
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04/28/2012 3MAD Annual Breakfast
Saturday, April 28, 8:30 AM
Embassy Suites, 550 Winter St., Waltham
Please join the Third Middlesex Area Democrats in honoring those people in the communities represented by Senator Susan Fargo who have taken Democratic principles to new levels of creative thought. If there is someone you believe deserves to be honored, contact your committee chair. For further information contact your committee chair or Kelly Durkee Erwin, k.durkee.erwin@....
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05/05/2012 DSC Meeting
Saturday, May 5
Save the date! Watch www.massdems.org for details.
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05/06/2012 Longmeadow DTC Democrat of The Year Award Breakfast
Sunday, May 6, 9:30 AM
Twin Hills Country Club, Longmeadow
\\The political event to attend - Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno is the 2012 Award Recipient. Details to follow.
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08/23/2012 DSC Meeting
Thursday, August 23
Save the date! Watch www.massdems.org for details.
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11/15/2012 DSC Meeting
Thursday, November 15
Save the date! Watch www.massdems.org for details.
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Submitting Events
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Ongoing Events Towards Bringing Our Troops Home
Bring the Troops Home, Saturday 12-12:30, Sudbury Town Common
Anti-war vigil, Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:00 PM at the corner of Park Avenue and Highland Street in Worcester.
Anti-war protest every Sat. at Noon on Natick Common (Rt. 135 & 27)
Anti-war vigil in Falmouth at the Main St PO every Saturday from 11-12.
Bring a candle or a sign and stand out for ending the war in Iraq.
Peace vigil every Thursday from 5:30-6:30 PM. Corner of Rt 27 and 30 in Wayland.
Peace Vigil every Thursday 6:00-7:00 PM, Kittrick Park, Lowell (Rtes. 38 & 133)
Peace Vigil every Thursday 5:30-7:00 PM, Stow Common (Route 62 and 117)
Peace Vigil every Saturday 11:30-12:30 PM, Wayland (Route 27 and 20)
Peace Vigil every Saturday 10:00-11:00 AM, Petersham, Unitarian Church
Concord Peace Vigil every Friday 8:00 AM to 9:00 at Monument Square.
Westborough Rotary every Saturday from 10 AM to 11 AM.
Ideas for Committees - Sample Press Release
The Communications Sub-Committee, in conjunction with the MDP, provides the "press release of the month" to give local committees a starting point for publicizing your events. You are encouraged to quote local people who are enthusiastic about the Party.
The sentence, "In addition, [NAMES and TITLES] will serve as ex officio delegates." would read "In addition, Joe Smith, Anytown Democratic Town Committee Chair and Kate Donaghue, Democratic State Committee member, will serve as ex officio delegates." Include both delegates and alternates in your press release. List all ex officio delegates, including elected officials. Use the last paragraph to include general information about your committee. Include local contact information if you have it. If you meet on a regular basis, like the third Tuesday of the month, say so. If you don't meet on a regular date, you can say, "The Anytown Democrats meet four times per year. Contact xxx at xxx-xxx-xxxx for more information or to be added to the mailing list."
Try to get your press releases distributed quickly. If time gets away from you, omit the date and change the language to read "Democrats in Anytown elected delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Party’s 2012 endorsing convention in Springfield this June at a recent caucus."
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Mary Smith, xxx-xxx-xxxx or xxxxxxxx@...
[TOWN] Dems Elect Delegates to 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention
Delegates to June Convention in Springfield will select candidates for U.S. Senate nomination
[TOWN]– On [DATE], Democrats in [TOWN/WARD] held a caucus to elect delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Party’s 2012 endorsing convention in Springfield this June.
The caucus, organized by the [TOWN/WARD COMMITTEE], elected [NAME], [NAME] and [NAME] to represent Democrats in [TOWN] at the annual convention. In addition, [NAMES and TITLES] will serve as ex officio delegates.
“In 2012, the Massachusetts Democratic Party is focused on expanding and strengthening our grassroots infrastructure that helped us make historic gains in 2010,” said Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair John Walsh. “In [TOWN] and across the Commonwealth, Democrats are energized and organized to beat Scott Brown and make sure President Barack Obama is elected to a second term.”
"In June, these delegates will be gather with Democratic leaders from across Massachusetts to endorse a candidate for US Senate and plan for a grassroots, person-to-person campaign in the fall,” Walsh added.
Delegates to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party endorsing convention will select candidates to compete for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. The convention will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield.
“I’m honored to have been chosen as a delegate to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention,” said [DELEGATE]. “As Democrats we plan to organize to talk to our friends and neighbors about standing up for middle-class families and pushing for a stronger and fairer economy.”
In addition to delegates who are elected at caucus, those who meet the qualifications, may apply to be add-on delegates in the following categories: youth, minority, and disabled. Applications are available by contacting the Democratic Party at 617-939-0800. Completed applications must be returned to the Democratic State Committee by March 30, 2012.
The [TOWN/WARD COMMITTEE] meets on [DAY, TIME LOCATION]. For more information on the Massachusetts Democratic Party, please visit www.massdems.org.
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Caucus Timeline
In September, the DSC voted on the Method of Selecting Delegates. Here are some key dates for the upcoming season:
Caucuses must be scheduled no earlier than 6 PM on a weekday and no earlier than 9 AM on Saturday or Sunday.
The full "Method of Selecting Delegates" is available at:
http://www.massdems.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/METHOD-2012.pdf
02/11 - 2/26 Caucus window.
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Ayer DTC - http://www.ayerdems.org/ email info@...
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Beverly DTC - http://www.bevdems.org/
Bolton DTC - BoltonDTC@...
Boxborough DTC - http://www.boxboroughdems.org
Brewster DTC - http://www.facebook.com/BrewsterDems
Bridgewater DTC - http://bridgewaterdems.blogspot.com/ email bridgewaterdems@...
Brockton DTC - http://www.brocktondems.com/
Cambridge Democratic City Committee - http://www.cambridgedems.com/
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Easthampton DCC - http://www.easthamptondems.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/Easthamptondems
Easton DTC - http://www.EastonDemocraticTownCommittee.org
Foxborough DTC - http://foxboro.massdems.org/towns/foxboro
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Franklin DTC - http://franklindem.org/
Gloucester DCC - gloucesterinfo@...
Grafton DTC - http://www.graftondems.org
Greenfield DTC - http://greenfielddemocrats.org
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Holliston DTC - http://www.hollistondems.com/
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Ipswich DTC - http://ipswichdems.org
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Lawrence DCC - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lawrence-Democratic-City-Committee/177168258979642
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Leicester - http://www.leicesterdemocrats.org
Longmeadow DTC - http://www.longmeadowdemocrats.com/ email: LongmeadowDemocrats@...
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Mansfield DTC - http://www.mansfielddems.org
Marblehead DTC - http://marbleheaddems.org/
Maynard DTC - http://www.maynarddems.org/
Medfield DTC - http://www.medfielddemocrats.org
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Needham DTC - http://www.needhamdems.org
Newton DCC - http://www.newtondems.org/ email: NewtonDems@...
Orange DTC - http://orangemassdems.blogspot.com/ email: demsoforange@...
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Reading DTC - contact ReadingDems@...
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Stoughton DTC - http://www.stoughtondems.org
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Templeton DTC - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Templeton_Democrats/
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Watertown DTC - watertowndems@...
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PARTY INFORMATION
Massachusetts Democratic Party - New address and phone numbers:
77 Summer St. 10th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
We are now located within walking distance of the Orange, Red, Green and Silver lines as well as the Commuter Rails lines going into South Station.
Tel: 617-939-0800 Fax: 617-426-5126
UNITED STATES SENATE
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