Iowa Democratic Party - 3rd Congressional District

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

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 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.

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.

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.

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

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!!

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

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

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

IDP3rd.org Tech Office Hours
2022-10-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Zoom registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89056142319?pwd=[REDACTED]

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

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.

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

SW Iowa 2023 Farm Bill Dialogue
2022-10-20 19:00 | Warren Cultural Center, 154 Public Square, Greenfield, IA
Join this free public event. USDA farm policy affects the structure and viability of Iowa’s farm sector and therefore it impacts the overall rural economy. Farming, resource stewardship, food, fiber, community. . .
Panelists will offer a variety of views on farm policy and proposals for 2023 (5-yr) farm bill content. Federal candidates provide brief comments to follow. Panel and invited federal candidates engage with audience comments/questions.
Moderator:
John Norris, former Chief of Staff for USDA, and US Minister-Counselor for Agriculture to UN Rome-based agencies including the UN Food & Agriculture Organization and World Food Program.
Panel:
Randy Caviness, Greenfield, farmer, Adair County and state Farm Bureau leadership; former Director, Soil Conservation Districts of Iowa, ISU Extension Council service; county wind energy development group;
JD Scholten, Sioux City, independent farmer advocate; presenter – “Reforming American Food Retail Markets” USDA/Yale University collaborative;
Francis Thicke, Fairfield, dairy farmer; member Farmers Union; PhD in soil fertility; former program leader, USDA-Extension Soil Science.
Impacts the overall rural economy. Farming, resource stewardship, food, fiber, community. . .
* Soulshine mobile food service onsite from 5 PM to 7 PM with carry-in menu items.
Contact person: Nancy Queck 641-343-7337

DeJear Town Hall at Drake University
2022-10-19 19:30 | Olmsted Center, 2875 University Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50311
Featuring
Iowa State Representative Ako Abdul-Samad
and
Iowa State Senate Candidate Izaah Knox

Cindy Axne Meet & Greet
2022-10-18 18:00 - 19:00 | TBA
Join us downtown to greet Congresswoman Axne for a campaign event!
We all know how hard Axne works for us … and delivers! And we all know how tough the new 3rd district will be for her re-election with the addition of 8 new counties along the Missouri border.

Now we can work for her by showing up. Every dollar will help in this last month before the election. Please donate if you can. If you are tapped out, please show up and say thank you.

I don’t know how many times I have said, “We are so lucky. I really don’t know how we could have a better Congresswoman!”

Gubernatorial Candidates Debate Watch Party
2022-10-17 06:45 - 20:15 | Hotel Greenfield, 110 E. Iowa Stree, Greenfield, IA, 50849, United States
Adair County Democrats are gathering to watch the debate to be aired on Iowa PBS on October 17.
Join us at the Hotel Greenfield Lounge @ 6:45 pm
110 East Iowa St.

Third District Hall of Fame Celebration
2022-10-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Adair County Fairgrounds, 900 NE Elm St, Greenfield, IA, 50849
Please join 3rd District Democrats on October 15th at 6 PM for our 5th Hall of Fame dinner. We’re excited to be hosted by Adair County Democrats this year at the Adair County Fairgrounds for our annual Hall of Fame celebration fundraiser. This event helps us raise money for the re-election of Congresswoman Cindy Axne while also recognizing the amazing volunteerism and activism of Democrats in IA03.
(see Travel Note below)
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Beef entree, cheesy potatoes, green beans with bacon, and homemade apple crisp. Beverages: iced tea, lemonade, and coffee will also be provided.
Get your tickets here:
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2022 Hall of Fame Award Recipients
Kris Hoffman
Outstanding County Chair

Jennifer Konfrst
Outstanding State Elected Official

Dallas County Democrats
Outstanding County Party

Mike Herbert
Outstanding New Democrat

Anne Gale
Outstanding Supporter/Activist (Central)

Heidi Carter
Outstanding Supporter/Activist (Southwest)

Mary Stewart
Outstanding Supporter/Activist (Southeast)

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Travel Note:
If traveling on I-80 from the east to Greenfield, you’ll need to use the Stuart exit (NOT the Hwy 25 exit to Greenfield); the bridge over I-80 is closed.
Use the Stuart exit (P28) and go south. (You’ll see Democratic candidate signs!!)
Turn west on Hwy 92 to Greenfield.
Turn north onto Hwy 25 and drive about five blocks to the big sign for the Adair County Fairgrounds.

Deidre DeJear Meet & Eat
2022-10-13 12:00 | Osceola Amtrak Station, N Main & E Clay, Osceola, IA
“Osceola Meet and Eat” at the Osceola Amtrak Station
Lunch after the event at the Iron Horse

Conversations with Cindy Axne
2022-10-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Revelton Distillery, 1400 W Clay St., Osceola, IA

Signs For Cindy at KMA Forum in Shenendoah
2022-10-09 17:30 - 19:00 | KMA Radio, 209 N Elm, Shenendoah, IA, 61601, United States
Begin meeting at 5:30 to greet and support Cindy Axne when she arrives for the KMA Radio Congressional Forum in Shenendoah. After loudly greeting her with signs, we will listen to the forum as we eat at El Porton Restaurant at 506 S Fremont, Shenendoah. Cindy will stop in to say hi after the forum.

Covered Bridge Festival Parade
2022-10-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Winterset High School, 624 Husky Dr, Winterset, IA, 50273, United States
One of the best-loved events of the Madison County Covered Bridge Festival is the annual parade. The parade begins at the high school at 3:00 pm on Sunday and heads north on 8th Avenue until turning east on Court and continuing to the other side of town (on Court and Washington — click here for printable version).
Parade lineup begins at 1:30 PM at the high school in Winterset.

Firemen's Picnic & Parade
2022-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Atlantic Iowa, Atlantic, IA, United States
Join Cass County and other Southwest Iowa Democrats at the Firemen’s Picnic & Parade on Saturday, October 8th at 6:00 PM. The parade lineup starts at 5:30 PM at 2nd & Sunnyside Lane. Contact Denise O’Brien for more details.

Franken-Grassley Debate
2022-10-06 19:00 - 20:00 | IA
Senate candidate Michael Franken will debate Chuck Grassley on Oct 6 at 7:00 PM on Iowa PBS.

3rd Congressional District Debate
2022-10-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Iowa State Historical Society, Des Moines, IA, United States
KCCI-TV will host the first general election debate between the candidates for Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District on Thursday, Oct. 6th at 7PM.

Debate Watch Party (Adair County)
2022-10-06 18:30 - 21:00 | Hotel Greenfield, 110 E. Iowa Stree, Greenfield, IA, 50849, United States
Group will gather in the lounge of the Hotel Greenfield to watch to debate between Mike Franken and Chuck Grassley. Buy your own beverage. Pizza will be supplied by the Party. All are welcome. 6:30PM at Hotel Greenfield
