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Have you ever wanted to know how elections are actually won? This is your chance! The Kent Dems are excited to host Canvassing Training on Thursday, April 30th at 7:00pm. Talking to voters is the #1 way to move the needle -- Get outside of your comfort zone and get into the community! Local Leadership […] |
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“International Workers’ Day”City and county authorities in Grand Rapids and Kent County are complicit with ICE in separating immigrant families.Movimiento Cosecha Michigan is calling for a GENERAL STRIKE on Friday, May 1st to demand the adoption of sanctuary policies and an end to cooperation with ICE. NO work NO school NO shoppingAnd Join us in the march 12:00 pm Garfield Park […]
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Rush Hour Resistance Plainfield Blue and Creston Blue are joining forces with Indivisible Greater Grand Rapids and Indivisible Kent County for a weekly bridge takeover. We show up across our community to make our values visible, inspire hope, and remind our neighbors that we’re paying attention and speaking up. 📅 When: Every Friday ⏰ Time: […]
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Be a part of the May Day Strong day of protest by standing against the regime. Gather at any of these three bridges from 4:30 - 6 pm:- Hall Street at US131- Fuller Avenue at I-196- Veterans Memorial Bridge |
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SAVE THE DATE! The Kent County Democratic Party’s Progressive Caucus, in partnership with the Kent County Environmental Action team, Youth, Queer, Women’s and Veteran’s caucuses would like to invite you to our 2026 candidate forum! On May 2nd we will be hosting candidates from across all political offices at Fountain Street Church from 3-6pm for […] |
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We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November |
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As of Monday, April 20th, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe's is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm. If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime, this is one easy way […]
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Join us as we kick off the Campaign for Bryan Cody and hear firsthand why he’s the right choice for our community. A suggested donation of $50 includes light hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary drink ticket! To sign up: https://givebutter.com/ward-2-city-commissioner-campaign-launch-7k1uzq |
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Let's Get "CITIZEN" Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. Join below: https://bit.ly/PROACTIVE-Webinar
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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. Join the Environmental Action Team every 1st Tuesday of the month @ 6:00pm at Fountain Street Church! […] |
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The Kent Dems Women’s Caucus is a place to organize and support the advancement of women! Meetings are on the 1st Wednesday @ 6:00pm Kent Dems HQ Contact kentdemswomenscaucus@gmail.com to get connected! |
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Have you ever wanted to know how elections are actually won? This is your chance! The Kent Dems are excited to host Canvassing Training on Friday, May 7th at 7:00pm. Talking to voters is the #1 way to move the needle -- Get outside of your comfort zone and get into the community! Local Leadership […] |
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Join me for a laid-back Friday lunch where we skip the speeches and get straight to real conversation. Stop by, grab a taco, and share what’s on your mind, your ideas, your concerns, and what you want to see for our community. No agenda, no pressure, just good food and honest talk. Back patio-FnK Taco’s […]
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Rush Hour Resistance Plainfield Blue and Creston Blue are joining forces with Indivisible Greater Grand Rapids and Indivisible Kent County for a weekly bridge takeover. We show up across our community to make our values visible, inspire hope, and remind our neighbors that we’re paying attention and speaking up. When: Every Friday Time: 4:30 – […]
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We are the Resistance. Stand up to Power. Support SPARC in West MI standing up to the DeVos's by protesting Foxtail Coffee in Grandville on 5/8, Eastown on 5/22 and DeVos Place on 6/5. |
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Join Michigan 2nd Congressional District Dems for our May meeting on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10am via ZOOM! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82577407163?pwd=xetgNf9fyfgtcMW7bpAcaKA36JFWpi.1&jst=2 We will be hearing updates from our candidates as their campaigns implement their plans to win the August 4 primary. We will also be highlighting the activities and annual fundraisers that many of our county parties […]
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Grab a cup of coffee and sit and chat with Zach Abbott, your Democratic candidate running to represent Michigan’s 79th State House District. The coffee can be filtered, but you don’t have to be.
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This event is a rooftop sunset fundraiser to support Khristian Silvis for state representative of the 84th district! Come and enjoy a beautiful sunset over West Grand Rapids, good drinks, food, and interesting people! Please consider contributing to attend the event to help keep the seat for the 84th district blue and Michigan in its […] |
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We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November |
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As of Monday, April 20th, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe's is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm. If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime, this is one easy way […]
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Young voters are constantly part of the election conversation, but how well do we actually understand them? Want to learn what’s really going on with young voters and what will motivate them to show up at the polls? Join us to hear from Voters of Tomorrow as they share what issues matter most to young […] |
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Let's Get "CITIZEN" Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. Join below: https://bit.ly/PROACTIVE-Webinar |
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Join us for our Monthly Meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The Social Hour for May will be hosted by Ben Ambrose, candidate for US Congress, Dist 2! The business meeting begins at 7:00pm following the Social Hour where supper is provided. At the May meeting we will hear from legislative updates from […] |
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Have you ever wanted to know how elections are actually won? This is your chance! The Kent Dems are excited to host Canvassing Training on Friday, May 14th at 7:00pm. Talking to voters is the #1 way to move the needle -- Get outside of your comfort zone and get into the community! Local Leadership […] |
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Rush Hour Resistance Plainfield Blue and Creston Blue are joining forces with Indivisible Greater Grand Rapids and Indivisible Kent County for a weekly bridge takeover. We show up across our community to make our values visible, inspire hope, and remind our neighbors that we’re paying attention and speaking up. When: Every Friday Time: 4:30 – […] |
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The Kent Dems are kicking off spring with our first Canvass Launch of the year! Come help us reach out to voters and connect with the community Sign Up Here! |
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We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November |
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As of Monday, April 20th, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe's is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm. If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime, this is one easy way […]
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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 […]
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In partnership with Great Lakes Political Academy LEAD Education Fund, Michigan Education Justice Coalition (MEJC) is offering an introductory training about running for school board. This training will help parents, educators, caregivers, advocates and other community members interested in running for their local school board get prepared to run for their district school board. In […] |
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Let’s Get CITIZEN Ready is a new PROACTIVE webinar series happening each Tuesday from 10a-11a. Each week, a speaker or local elected official shares their view on subjects affecting our communities. Scan the QR Code to join the Zoom! |
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Presented by MDP Voter Protection Director, Thomas Luckett, this pilot project will mold volunteers to create a specialized corps of eyes and ears on the ground, through three critical phases. April 15:We master pre-election preparation through FOCUS ON VOTE BY MAIL May 20:We demystify the post-election canvass and certification process, taking into consideration the […] |
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Learn about Kris’ campaign for State House District 80, and discuss ideas over a cup of coffee. This event is located at Early Bird Cafe. 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
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Join us on the third Thursday of each month, at 6pm at THE MEANWHILE! Connect with our inclusive group, celebrating ALL individuals and groups among the political left, paired with great brews and even greater conversation! Get to know your peers and allies, and maybe even learn about a new effort or cause that you […] |
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Join Abbie Groff-Blaszak, candidate for State Senate District 29, for a cup of coffee and conversation in an informal setting. Ask questions, share your ideas, voice your concerns - let’s build momentum by building community! NOTE: Any candidate announcements or mentions of candidates do not constitute an endorsement from KCDP. Per our endorsement […]
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Rush Hour Resistance Plainfield Blue and Creston Blue are joining forces with Indivisible Greater Grand Rapids and Indivisible Kent County for a weekly bridge takeover. We show up across our community to make our values visible, inspire hope, and remind our neighbors that we’re paying attention and speaking up. When: Every Friday Time: 4:30 – […]
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We are the Resistance. Stand up to Power. Support SPARC in West MI standing up to the DeVos's by protesting Foxtail Coffee in Grandville on 5/8, Eastown on 5/22 and DeVos Place on 6/5.
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The Kent Dems Queer Coalition is a place for the Queer Community and our Allies to come together and get organized! Next Meeting: Friday, May 22nd @ 7:00pm Kent Dems HQ Contact kentdemsqueercaucus@gmail.com to get connected! |
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On Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 AM, the KCDP Veterans Caucus is hosting Carry Their Name — a silent ruck at Blandford Nature Center to honor fallen veterans before Memorial Day. Here’s how it works: we provide rocks and paint pens. You write the name of a fallen veteran — someone you knew, someone you […] |
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We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November |
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As of Monday, April 20th, we will be on corner of 28th street and the E. Beltline which is where Lowe's is located. Lots of parking available. This Resistance Protest will take place every Monday from noon-1:00pm. If you do not agree with what is happening under the present regime, this is one easy way […] |
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Frogtifa Goes to the Airport: Protest ICE in the air and on the ground
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KCDP Veterans Caucus Monthly Meeting The 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. Social hour begins at […] |
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Join Grand Rapids Ward 3 City Commissioner Kelsey Perdue for her monthly virtual town hall "Let's Talk Third Ward"! She remains focused on doing the work, protecting freedoms and civic participation, and staying connected to our community. Looking ahead, she wants to make it easier than ever for the community to stay engaged. These sessions […]
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Our volunteer fair is back! Join our monthly ACTIVATE! Volunteer Fair and find your place in the movement to win big in the midterms.Meet team leaders, candidates, and caucus members, learn where your skills can make a difference, and get connected on the spot.This is your moment to step in, get involved, and help build […] |
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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. Social begins at 5:00pm Meeting begins at 5:30pm
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Have you ever wanted to know how elections are actually won? This is your chance! The Kent Dems are excited to host Canvassing Training on Friday, May 28th at 7:00pm. Talking to voters is the #1 way to move the needle -- Get outside of your comfort zone and get into the community! Local Leadership […] |
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Join hosts from across West Michigan in exploring the next of Kris’ campaign pillars: Everyday Economics! The event will take place on 5/30 from 11am-1pm at the pavilion at Veterans Memorial Park in Kentwood. Host committee in formation: Email hello@krispachla.com if you’d like to join! Please make checks out (personal only, no corporate checks) to Friends of […]
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Please join hosts Charlie Green, Deb Havens, Tom & Celia Newhall, Bill Higgins, Chanel Raddatz, and Marialyce Zeerip for a reception in support of Rachel Crowther, Candidate for State House, District 90! NOTE: Any candidate announcements or mentions of candidates do not constitute an endorsement from KCDP. Per our endorsement policy, the KCDP is neutral […]
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Every month the Kent County Queer Coalition visits a small business to show community support! This month we will be at the Apartment Lounge-- the longest running Gay Bar in Michigan! Join us at 5p for a drink and some community time! Drag Show to follow at 8pm!
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May 30 event 2 (1) Join Grand Rapids Commissioner Lisa Knight at The Garage Bar & Grill, located in the Second Ward. Fellow local business owner, Kevin Farhat, owns The Garage and he has continued to support Lisa through her initial, and now her re-election, campaign. Lisa knows what it takes to own a business […] |
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We are advocates for equality! Raising awareness and protesting against anti- 2S-LGBTQIA+ legislation is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them!Help create visibility together!Sundays from 3-5pmMonument ParkMarch through November |
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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. Join the Environmental Action Team every 1st Tuesday of the month @ 6:00pm at Fountain Street Church! […] |
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The Kent Dems Women’s Caucus is a place to organize and support the advancement of women! Meetings are on the 1st Wednesday @ 6:00pm Kent Dems HQ Contact kentdemswomenscaucus@gmail.com to get connected! |
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NE Kent Dems will participate in Rockford's Start of Summer Parade again this year, and we invite you to join us. The parade will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 11:00 am in downtown Rockford. This is a children's parade, so no paper literature during the parade - only candy and kid-friendly things. […]
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Join the Kent Dems and many many other local organizations as we celebrate Pride in Lowell this year! Lowell Pride is BACK for our 6th Annual Pride Festival this summer! Six years of building community, standing in defiance of hate, and creating a place where every LGBTQIA+ person and ally knows they are seen, loved, and celebrated. In a time […] |
