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SUMMARY:Kent Dems Environmental Action Team (E.A.T.)
DESCRIPTION:The Kent Dems Environmental Action Team (EAT) is a growing membership of volunteers dedicated to advancing environmental advocacy and sustainability initiatives in West Michigan. EAT brings together community members passionate about Environmental Conservation\, Waste Reduction and Energy Efficiency. \nJoin the Environmental Action Team every 1st Tuesday of the month @ 6:00pm at Fountain Street Church!\nOur meetings are hybrid via Zoom! \nOur Vision:\nKent County will be a leader in outcomes that reduce waste\, improve energy use and efficiency\, preserve our natural environment\, and promote these efforts through economic prosperity. \nOur Mission:\nTo advocate for the establishment of public policies that advance waste reduction\, energy efficiency\, and environmental conservation.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/kent-dems-environmental-action-team-e-a-t-2/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain Street NE\, Grand Rapids
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SUMMARY:Postcard Writing
DESCRIPTION:Winter weather may make outdoor protests harder for some of us—but the need for connection\, action\, and community doesn’t stop. One of the most powerful parts of protesting has been standing shoulder to shoulder with like-minded people. This is a warm\, welcoming way to keep that spirit alive! \nPostcards provided – If you’re able\, please bring five postcard stamps with you.  We’ll have addresses & talking points for you!  Everyone is welcome – no postcard writing experience necessary! \nDrop in anytime—even 30 minutes makes a difference.  We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/postcard-writing/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Day 2026: Women’s Caucus Formation Kickoff & Brainstorm Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kent Dems Women’s Caucus formation team on International Women’s Day (March 8) for a brainstorming and kickoff event at Kent Dems HQ from 2:00-3:30pm! \nWe will gather on this important day to organize\, strategize\, build community\, and strengthen women’s leadership in our party and community by working to develop this exciting new caucus. \nTo RSVP\, message Elise Kolenda on Slack or email elisemkolenda@gmail.com / kentdemswomenscaucus@gmail.com.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/international-womens-day-2026-womens-caucus-formation-kickoff-brainstorm-session/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:March 2026 Social Hour & Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Monthly Meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. \n\nThe Social Hour for March will be hosted by Eli Savit\, candidate for MI Attorney General! The business meeting begins at 7:00pm following the Social Hour where supper is provided. At the March meeting we will hear from legislative updates from State Representative Phil Skaggs and County Commissioner Robert Womack – this is a great opportunity to learn what the Dems are Doing! \n\nOur meetings are open to all where we discuss the business of the party\, and organize our community to move Kent County Forward. \n\nSign Up Here\n\nNOTE: Note: Any candidate announcements or mentions of candidates do not constitute an endorsement from KCDP. Per our endorsement policy\, the KCDP is neutral in partisan primary elections.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/march-2026-social-hour-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Progressive Caucus
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at our monthly general meeting! This is a great way to meet other progressives and get plugged into all of our caucus activity. We partially use this time to plan events and go over other caucus business\, and we also update each other on the various organizations and projects each individual caucus member is working on.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/progressive-caucus-3/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Postcard Writing
DESCRIPTION:Winter weather may make outdoor protests harder for some of us—but the need for connection\, action\, and community doesn’t stop. One of the most powerful parts of protesting has been standing shoulder to shoulder with like-minded people. This is a warm\, welcoming way to keep that spirit alive! \nPostcards provided – If you’re able\, please bring five postcard stamps with you.  We’ll have addresses & talking points for you!  Everyone is welcome – no postcard writing experience necessary! \nDrop in anytime—even 30 minutes makes a difference.  We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/postcard-writing-2/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Rush Hour Resistance - Jupiter Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Plainfield Blue is joining forces with @IndivisibleGreaterGrand Rapids\, @IndivisibleKentCounty\, and @CrestonBlue for a bridge takeover every other week from 4:00 – 5:00 pm on the Jupiter Avenue bridge. \nWe’ll be out there representing Plainfield Township — showing our neighbors that we care about the future of our community and our country. This is a peaceful\, positive action to make our values visible\, inspire hope\, and remind folks that we can stand up to the current government’s harmful agenda. \n Where to park: Please carpool and/or park on Konkle Street.\n When: Every other Friday\, 4:30-5:30 for Winter\n Who: YOU — and anyone who believes in protecting democracy\, equality\, and our shared future \nEvery person on that bridge adds to the energy and sends a message: we’re paying attention\, we’re speaking up\, and we’re not going away. \n Your action item: Join us on the bridge. Bring a sign\, a smile\, and a friend.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/rush-hour-resistance-jupiter-bridge-3/
LOCATION:Jupiter Ave Bridge
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Politics 101 - Neighborhood to Nation
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to know how elections are actually won?  This is your chance!  The Kent Dems are excited to host Politics 101: Neighborhood to Nation on Tuesday\, February 24th at 7:00pm. \n\n\nLocal Leadership Matters: Change begins with you – discover the impact one person can have on our community\nHear the Mission of the Kent Dems:  Help move Kent County forward with justice\, inclusion\, and fairness\nTake Action:  Find your place\, connect with your neighbors\, and make real change possible\n\n\nThe 2026 Midterms have already begun!  Mobilizing and Organizing now is Essential \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/politics-101/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Labor-Educator Caucus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the monthly meeting of our Labor-Educator Caucus!  This is a place for current or retired Union members to gather in community\, and advocate for Organized Labor. \nSocial begins at 5:00pm\nMeeting begins at 5:30pm
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/labor-educator-caucus-4/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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SUMMARY:Rush Hour Resistance - Veteran’s Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Plainfield Blue is joining forces with @IndivisibleGreaterGrand Rapids\, @IndivisibleKentCounty\, and @CrestonBlue for a bridge takeover every other week from 4:00 – 5:00 pm on the North Park bridge. \nWe’ll be out there representing Plainfield Township — showing our neighbors that we care about the future of our community and our country. This is a peaceful\, positive action to make our values visible\, inspire hope\, and remind folks that we can stand up to the current government’s harmful agenda. \n Where to park: Please carpool and/or park at the SE corner of the traffic circle.\n When: Every other Friday\, 4:30-5:30 for Winter\n Who: YOU — and anyone who believes in protecting democracy\, equality\, and our shared future \nEvery person on that bridge adds to the energy and sends a message: we’re paying attention\, we’re speaking up\, and we’re not going away. \n Your action item: Join us on the bridge. Bring a sign\, a smile\, and a friend.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/rush-hour-resistance-veterans-bridge-2/
LOCATION:North Park Bridge
CATEGORIES:Kent Dems Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T200000
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Caucus
DESCRIPTION:KCDP Veterans Caucus Monthly Meeting\nThe KCDP Veterans Caucus brings together veterans\, military-connected individuals\, and allies who want to put their values into action and strengthen our democracy. We focus on civic engagement\, service projects\, and building veteran voices within the Kent County Democratic Party. All are welcome\, no rank required. \nSocial hour begins at 6:00 pm\, with the meeting starting at 6:30 pm. Meetings are held the last Tuesday of every month at KCDP.
URL:https://kentdems.com/event/veterans-caucus-3/
LOCATION:Kent Dem Headquarters\, 301 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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