Iowa Democratic Party - 3rd Congressional District

DeJear Town Hall
2022-10-20 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Fox Creek Pavillion, 522 NE Westgate Dr, Waukee, IA, 50263

Conversations with Cindy Axne
2022-10-21 12:30 | Crafty’s Coffee & Gifts, 102 West Main St, Panora, IA, 50216
Join Congresswoman Cindy Axne for a conversation on the issues that matter to you and hear from Rep. Axne on her priorities for Iowa.

How the Sausage Is Made
2022-10-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Monroe County Democrats
John Hogeland, former butcher and chef from San Francisco and current Monroe County Democrats Chair will show how to make your own bratwurst.
Patty Judge, former Lt. Governor, and Marti Anderson, State Representative will share “how the sausage is made” in state government.
$ 100 – hands-on experience + Oktoberfest-style gathering
$ 20 – Oktoberfest-style gathering (bratwurst with all the fixings
RSVP: John | (641) 891-4950

IDP3rd.org Tech Office Hours
2022-10-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Zoom registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89056142319?pwd=[REDACTED]

3rd District Central Committee 4th Quarter Meeting
2022-11-13 14:00 - 17:00 | TBD
Please register for the Zoom link at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqde2hpj0vH9TLqz_nQo8B9gYqgSd6O6BK

Collaborative Election Debrief
2022-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join democrats from southern Iowa discuss the 2022 election. What efforts worked, what efforts need some work. Vent & Brag. The 2024 election starts now!
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdOGrpzkiEtSmsAS1HxBEetpkkjb-3eF9

Appreciation Supper
2022-11-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Greenfield City Hall, 202 SE 1st. St, Greenfield, IA
Social Event with meal and Meeting

remarks about the election
actions to take against vouchers for Public schools—petitions for our Iowa legislators—Ray Sorensen, House and Amy Sinclair, Senate
yard signs stating “Public Dollars belong in Public Schools.”
Discussion of plans for recruiting candidates to run for Senate District 12 and House District 23

Christmas in Atlantic Lighted Parade
2022-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Atlantic Iowa, Atlantic, IA, United States
Don’t forget to join the fun in Atlantic on Dec 3…for the annual lighted Christmas Parade. Cass County Democrats will have a float!!! The lineup is at 5:30 pm at 6th and Walnut – look for the donkey!!

3rd District Central Committee 1st Quarter Meeting
2023-01-07 09:00 - 11:00 | TBD
At our January 7th meeting, the 3rd District will conduct officer elections for the positions of Chair; 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Vice-chair; Secretary; and Treasurer.

Nominations can be made by:

Any Democrat who resides in the Third Congressional District.

Any candidate for any position (you can nominate yourself).

Nominations can be made in advance of the election.

Nominees will be asked to determine if they are willing to be placed on the ballot.

If a nominee cannot be present on Jan 7th at 9:00 AM, they must notify the 3rd District’s email: cd3.idp@gmail.com or the District Chair by phone before 9:00 AM on Jan 7, 2023.

Nominations will be accepted ahead of time and in person on the day of the election.

Candidates will not be involved in organizing or conducting the election in any way.

Register for the 1st Quarter 3rd District Meeting & Officer Elections zoom on Saturday, Jan 7th at 9 AM

Adair Central Committee Meeting
2023-01-09 17:00 - 18:30 | The Gathering Place (former Presbyterian Church), 102 SW Kent Street, Greenfield, IA, 50849
Monthly meeting of Adair County Democratic Central Committee
Agenda:

Set 2023 calendar and budget.
Plan speaking events for winter and spring.

Legislative Coffee
2023-01-21 10:00 - 11:00 | The Gathering Place (former Presbyterian Church), 102 SW Kent Street, Greenfield, IA, 50849
Ray Sorensen, Iowa House District 23 Representative, and Amy Sinclair, Iowa District 12 Senator, will be taking questions from the public regarding their activities in the Iowa Legislature. There will be a moderator.

Legislative Briefing - Shenandoah
2023-01-28 08:00 | Shenandoah Safety Center (Bricker Room), 400 W. Sheridan Avenue, Shenandoah, IA, 51601
Shenandoah Chamber and Industry Association hosts State Legislative Briefings each year for constituents to meet with legislators. This year Shenandoah is represented by two new legislators partly due to new districting boundaries. Senator Tom Shipley, district 11, and Representative Tom Moore, District 2, will now represent Shenandoah in the Iowa State Legislature. Saturday, January 28th, 8 a.m. at the Shenandoah Safety Center Bricker Community Room, 400 W. Sheridan Avenue is the first Legislative Briefing of the 2023 session.
This is the first of the series of three question-and-answer sessions with state legislators. Other dates are February 25 and March 25, each beginning at 8 a.m. This is an opportunity for legislators to brief the public on what is happening in the Iowa Legislature, answer questions, and hear concerns. Pastries and coffee will be served at each session.

Montgomery County Democrats Meeting/Convention
2023-03-25 10:00 | Red Oak Public Library, 400 N 2nd St, Red Oak, IA, 51566
2023 MoCo Meeting Schedule
4th Monday monthly @ 6:00pm (changed to 4th Monday to accommodate other city functions)
Zoom Meeting ID: 829 5898 0056
Join Zoom Meeting (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82958980056)

Mon, Jan 23 @ 6:00pm on zoom only for winter
Guest Speaker: RO Mayor, Shawnna Silvius
Mon, Feb 27 @ 6:00pm – Zoom only
Sat, Mar 25 @ 6:00pm 10:00am – County Convention at RO Library
Mon, Apr 24 @ 6:00pm, Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
Mon, May 22 @ 6:00pm Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
Mon, June 26 @ 6:00pm Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
No meeting in July (picnic instead)
Mon, Aug 28 @ 6:00pm Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
Mon, Sept 25 @ 6:00pm , Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
Mon, Oct 23 @ 6:00pm, Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
Mon, Nov 27 @ 6:00pm, Hybrid: in person at the RO Library & virtually by zoom
No meeting in December (holiday party instead)

Legislative Brifing - Clarinda
2023-01-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Lied Library, 100 E Garfield St, Clarinda, IA, 51632
Legislative Coffee with Sen. Tom Shipley and Rep. Devon Wood

East Des Moines Area Democrats
2023-02-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Chuck’s Restaurant, 3610 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313
Please join us for our monthly meeting.
We will have the following speakers:
Jamie Fitzgerald, Polk Co Auditor, updating us on the November election.
Dave Miglin, Broadlawns update.

Bondurant Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
2023-02-02 17:30 | Bondurant Community Library, 104 2nd Street N.E., Bondurant, IA, 50035
https://www.facebook.com/bondurantdems

Legislative Briefing-Red Oak
2023-02-04 08:00 - 09:30 | Montgomery County Family YMCA, 101 E Cherry St., Red Oak, 51566, United States
A Legislative Briefing with Senator Tom Shipley and Representative Tom Moore will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2023 beginning at 8:00 at the Montgomery County Family YMCA community room, Red Oak.

Legislative Briefing - Mount Ayr
2023-02-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Ringgold County Extension Office, 101 N Polk St, Mt.. Ayr, 50854
Legislative Coffee with State Senator Tom Shipley and Iowa House Representative Devon Wood

Clarke County Central Committee
2023-02-13 19:00 | Osceola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 115 E Washington, Osceola, IA
Regular monthly meeting

Clive Area Democrats
2023-02-14 18:00 - 20:00 | 515 Brewing Company, Clive, 7700 University Ave, Suite C, Clive, IA, 50325
https://www.facebook.com/events/876049727143761

Cass County Central Committee-Atlantic
2023-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 | American Legion Memorial Bldg-Atlantic, 59624 Chicago Rd, Atlantic, IA, 50022, United States
The Cass County Central Committee, meets third Wednesday of each month.

Legislative Forum - Corning
2023-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Corning Public Library, 603 9th St., Corning, IA
Meet with Sen. Tom Shipley and Rep. Devon Wood

Blue Valentines Party
2023-02-18 18:00 - 21:00 | J Bruner’s Restaurant, 117 N 15th St, Clarinda, IA, 51632
Saturday, February 18, 6:00 PM
Montgomery County Dems invite all Dems to this social event. It is NOT a fundraiser, simply a time to socialize with other democrats. Join us for food, drink, and conversation at a restaurant with good food!

Southwest Iowa Collaborative
2023-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 | virtual
SAVE THE DATE:
The “Southwest” Iowa Democratic Collaborative will meet February 20 at 6 pm. This meeting may last a couple hours, but participate as you can.

Our thanks to Candella Foy in Mills County for offering to facilitate. A few of us got together to pencil out an agenda that will be finalized next week, but it is planned to include:
– small group sharing
– discussion on county party biennial meeting requirements (due by the end of March)
– time to share ideas and what’s working
– demonstrate a great legislative mapping tool
– and more!

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdemsqT8rHdeaiobiVtQzFDAAxVDeb9E0
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Originally, the SW Collaborative was formed as a support group for small, 3rd district county parties. After redistricting, we are operating under the Girl Scout rule, “Make new friends, but keep the old – One is silver, the other gold.” We have no geographical boundaries. All democrats with a desire to create relationships, work together, and build a stronger democracy are welcome.

Ankeny Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
2023-02-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Kirkendall Public Library, 1210 NW Prairie Ridge Dr, Ankeny, IA
Join Ankeny Area Democrats for our February Monthly Membership Meeting.
We will meet in Meeting Room BC.
Kirkendall Public Library
1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
We will be holding our Off-Year Caucus as mandated by the IDP Constitution. At the Off-Year Caucus we will be electing Polk County Central Committee members to fill Precinct Leader vacancies. ALL seats will be up for election.
We will also be accepting any platform planks (amendments to the IDP Constitution) and sending hem on the Polk County Platform Committee.
A list of the Ankeny precincts can be found here:
https://www.ankenyareademocrats.org/precincts
Find your precinct here:
https://iowa-legis.maps.arcgis.com/…/lookup/index.html…

Montgomery County Dem Meeting-Zoom
2023-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | IA
Watch email for Zoom Link

Legislative Briefing-Red Oak
2023-03-04 08:00 - 09:00 | Montgomery County Family YMCA, 101 E Cherry St., Red Oak, 51566, United States
Representative Tom Moore and Senator Tom Shipley will be there to give updates and take questions.

Cass County Legislative Coffee
2023-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Anita Community Center, 805 Main St, Anita, IA, 50020, United States

Legislative Coffee - Mount Ayr
2023-03-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Ringgold County Extension Office, 101 N Polk St, Mt.. Ayr, 50854
Legislative forum with Sen. Tom Shipley and Rep. Devon Wood
