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SUMMARY:Filing Period for 2026 Primary Election (State and Federal Offices)
DESCRIPTION:For State and Federal offices\, the filing period for the June 2\, 2026\, Primary Election is \n February 23 – March 13\, 2026 (5:00 p.m.) \n  \nEach candidate must file an affidavit of candidacy and nomination petitions with the county\nauditor for county offices or with the Secretary of State’s Office for federal and state offices. The\naffidavit of candidacy and nomination petitions must be filed together or they will be rejected.\nCopies of nomination papers are available at the county auditor’s office or on the Secretary of\nState’s website: sos.iowa.gov/elections/primary-election
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/filing-period-for-2026-state-and-federal-primary-election/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Voting
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SUMMARY:West Des Moines Annual BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Biddle Shelter\, Raccoon River Park\, West Des Moines\, IA 50265\, USA\n\nMark your calendar for Aug. 2\, 1-4pm\, for our annual BBQ picnic at Raccoon River Park at Biddle Shelter (next to the Nature Lodge). This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and every penny counts when we’re helping get Democrats elected.
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/west-des-moines-annual-bbq/
LOCATION:Raccoon River Park\, 2500 Grand Ave.\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Polk County
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Time to talk\, share resources\, plan\, and act for electing democrats. \nYou have two time options:\n3:30 pm & 6:30 pm
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/lets-talk-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Stoneridge Condos\, Clubhouse\, 1100 50th St.\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266
CATEGORIES:Polk County,West Des Moines Democrats
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SUMMARY:Senator Ruben Gallego Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join the Polk County Democrats for a Meet & Greet with U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego on Thursday\, August 7th at 7:00 PM! Location will be provided upon RSVP (RSVP is required). \nU.S. Senator Ruben Gallego is making his way to Iowa\, and the Polk County Democrats are proud to host an exclusive meet & greet in his honor. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet one of the Senate’s boldest new voices!\nRaised by a single mom\, Senator Gallego is a first-generation American\, a Marine Corps combat veteran\, and a fierce advocate for working families. From the Arizona Statehouse to Congress\, and now the U.S. Senate\, he’s spent his career fighting for opportunity\, fairness\, and dignity for all. \nLet’s give Ruben Gallego a warm Iowa welcome! \nWe kindly suggest a $10 donation to help support our ongoing efforts to elect Democrats at every level in Polk County. You can find the link to donate here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/gallegopolkdems\nRSVP here: https://forms.gle/jypVCPwABiQddTSB8\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/senator-ruben-gallego-meet-greet/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Polk County
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SUMMARY:Zach Nunn Empty Chair Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, August 16\, at 10 AM\, we’re holding a Town Hall in Creston. Rep. Nunn has been invited but since he has not responded and has never held a town hall in the 3rd District\, we will record this event and send it to his office. Bring your questions and concerns that you would like to share with him\, and we will share any written ones with him too. If you want to be kept updated\, you can sign up ahead: https://mobilize.us/s/7Q7dbQ
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/zach-nunn-empty-chair-town-hall/
LOCATION:Creston Depot\, 116 W Adams St\, Creston\, IA\, 50891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Union County
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SUMMARY:Dallas County Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Social event with free food for all hosted by Dallas County Democrats
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/dallas-county-cookout-2/
LOCATION:Trindle Park (Van Meter)\, 3555 Richland Circle\, Waukee\, IA
CATEGORIES:Dallas County,Social
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SUMMARY:Regional Hall of Fame - Lucas\, Monroe\, Appanoose\, Wappello\, Wayne and Davis County
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the Regional Hall of Fame sponsored by the Iowa Democratic Party on Sunday\, Aug. 17\, 2-4 PM.  The event will highlight county parties and the vital work done by committed volunteers in Lucas\, Monroe\, Wapello\, Wayne\, Appanoose\, and Davis counties.  The location is Lucas County Fairground 4-H Exhibit Building\, 48293 Hy Vee Road\, Chariton.  Enjoy free food\, mingle with Dems from the region\, meet Rita Hart (IDP Chair)\, and candidates to be announced.  Please register at the following link to help the organizers plan for food. \nhttps://secure.ngpvan.com/UzGERmVx5kyvnCj9t-g5Vw2
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/regional-hall-of-fame-lucas-monroe-appanoose-wappello-wayne-and-davis-county/
LOCATION:Lucas County Fairground 4-H Exhibit Building\, 48293 Hy Vee Road\,\, Chariton\, IA
CATEGORIES:Appanoose County,Davis County,Lucas County,Monroe County,Wapello County,Wayne County
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SUMMARY:Monroe County Democrats Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Aug. meeting of the Monroe County Democrats will be Monday\, Aug. 18 at the Albia Chamber Office on the Square\, 18 South Main\, rear entrance.  The meeting starts at 7 PM\, but join us at 6:30 for socializing and optional potluck (food encouraged but not required).\n\nOur guest speaker will be Heather Ryan of Bitches Get Stuff Done.  The group is one of the most prominent activist groups in Iowa.  Hear about activism across the state and learn about the upcoming town hall tour featuring a stop in Ottumwa.  Their FaceBook page is Bxtchesgetstuffdone .
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/monroe-county-democrats-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Albia Area Chamber of Commerce\, 18 S. Main Street\, Albia\, IA
CATEGORIES:Monroe County
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T141747Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Time to talk\, share resources\, plan\, and act for electing democrats. \nYou have two time options:\n3:30 pm & 6:30 pm
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/lets-talk-gathering/
LOCATION:Stoneridge Condos\, Clubhouse\, 1100 50th St.\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266
CATEGORIES:Polk County,West Des Moines Democrats
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T170000
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SUMMARY:Request Absentee Ballot (County Auditor)
DESCRIPTION:Absentee ballots for the November 2025 City-School Election can be requested from your County Auditor:\nstarting Tuesday\, August 26\nthrough 5:00 pm Monday\, October 20
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/request-absentee-ballot-county-auditor/
LOCATION:Multiple
CATEGORIES:3rd District,Adair County,Adams County,Appanoose County,Cass County,Clarke County,Dallas County,Davis County,Decatur County,Greene County,Guthrie County,Lucas County,Madison County,Monroe County,Montgomery County,Page County,Polk County,Ringgold County,Taylor County,Union County,Wapello County,Wayne County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T183000
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CREATED:20250816T021249Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Voices Matter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Conversation & Cookies \nOur guest speaker will be Jess Piper\, Executive Director of Blue Missouri.  Known as the “Dirt Road Democrat\,” Jess is a former educator and a fierce advocate for public schools and rural communities. Follow her on social media and her Substack\, “The View from Rural Missouri.”
URL:https://idp3rd.org/event/rural-voices-matter/
LOCATION:Weldon Community Center\, Weldon\, IA
CATEGORIES:Clarke County,Decatur County
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