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Want a representative in Congress who truly puts your needs first? John is that candidate!Huge shout out to John for keeping it real and focusing on the issues, rather than relying on political buzzwords. Watch the debate by clicking the link in John’s post below ⬇ The contrast is clear—let’s elect John Duresky for Congress! ...
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Our September General Meeting is Thursday (9/24) at the Richland Public Library.Connect, learn, mobilize and meet fellow advocates to help build a better future!🗓️ Thursday, September 24th🕡 6:30pm - 8:30pm📍 Richland Public Library (955 Northgate Dr., Richland, WA) ...

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Unwind, sip, and create! 🎨🍷 Join the Democrats of the 8th Legislative District Washington for Paint & Sip on October 4th. Grab your tickets before they’re gone! 👉 secure.actblue.com/donate/paint_at_the_co-op?fbclid=IwY2xjawUW9GVwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVR... ...

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We hope to see you at Columbia Park in Kennewick on Monday from 10am - 3pm for the Annual Labor Day Picnic! Find us at the Democrats of the Mid Columbia booth!If any team members would like to volunteer at our booth, sign up here: 🔗 www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA5AD2DA7F8C43-64533655-labor ...

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Party Calendar

October 2026

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 1, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    October 2, 2026  5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    📍 Blackthorne Pub 201 W. Kennewick Ave., Kennewick

    Whether you've been coming for a while or you're thinking about stopping by for the first time, pull up a chair and spend some time with us. Grab your favorite drink, catch up with old friends, meet a few new ones, and enjoy a relaxed evening together.

    These monthly get-togethers are simply a chance to connect, share a few laughs, and enjoy each other's company. If that sounds good to you, bring a friend and come join us. We'd love to see you there. 💙

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3
  • John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    October 3, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    Join us for a Day of Action in the Tri-Cities with John Duresky for Congress for door knocking and community.

    Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

    Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided. Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    See more details

  • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    October 3, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
    On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

    Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
    📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

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  • 8th Legislative District Paint Along Event

    8th Legislative District Paint Along Event

    October 4, 2026  2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Tri-Cities Food Co-op, 1420 Jadwin Ave, Richland, WA 99354, USA

    Come and join us for a wonderful event featuring local artists Evelyn and Regina. Located at the Tri City Food Co-op. All painting supplies provided. Wine and select beers available for purchase. Coffee shop also will be open with drinks and sandwiches for purchase. Come support both your local democrats and your food co-op at this wonderful event.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    October 6, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    October 6, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    October 7, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 8, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    October 10, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    Join us for a Day of Action in the Tri-Cities with John Duresky for Congress for door knocking and community.

    Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

    Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided. Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    See more details

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    October 12, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    October 13, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    October 13, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    See more details

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  • John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    October 14, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    See more details

15
  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 15, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    October 17, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    Join us for a Day of Action in the Tri-Cities with John Duresky for Congress for door knocking and community.

    Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

    Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided. Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    See more details

  • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    October 17, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Our monthly Indivisible Tri-Cities meetings are all about taking action in our community.📆

    💬We’ll be talking about what’s happening, how our community organizations are stepping up, and how we can help. We’ll also start planning for upcoming events.

    🗣️We want to hear from you! Your ideas and input matter.

    ✊This is how we build power together. Come connect, learn, and take action with us. See you there!

    If you're able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. We strive to collect these resources at every Indivisible Tri-Cities event, on behalf of our community partners.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    October 20, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    October 20, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

21
  • John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    October 21, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    See more details

22
  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 22, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    October 22, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

     Every month on the Fourth Thu, until Jan 28, 2027, 11occurrence(s)

    Pleasedownload and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendarsystem.

    Monthly:https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA

    JoinZoom Meeting

    https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1

     

    MeetingID: 818 3791 7439

    Passcode:Dems2026

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    October 22, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Locations are at various venues around the county. Please subscribe to the BCDCC mailing list to receive a notification.

    Zoom Link

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24
  • John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    October 24, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    Join us for a Day of Action in the Tri-Cities with John Duresky for Congress for door knocking and community.

    Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

    Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided. Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    October 27, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    October 27, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

28
  • You’re Invited: B5’s Hair Raisin’ FUNraiser — October 28

    You’re Invited: B5’s Hair Raisin’ FUNraiser — October 28

    October 28, 2026  5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Pasco Red Lion

    Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating B5 and the community that makes our work possible. This event brings together friends, donors, volunteers, partners, and community leaders for dinner, a silent auction, Raise the Paddle, a costume contest, and stories of the people whose lives are changing through B5. This year also marks an important moment in B5’s story. The evening will celebrate Theresa Roosendaal’s leadership at her final fundraiser as Executive Director while looking forward to the organization’s next chapter. B5 is more than a place where people learn English. It is a place where people find confidence, belonging, relationships, and voice. Join us October 28 and help build what comes next. Together, We Thrive.

    Get your tickets at: https://thriveatb5.networkforgood.com/events/99016-hairraisin-funraiser-2026

    See more details

  • John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    John Duresky Phonebanking Session

    October 28, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    See more details

29
  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 29, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    John Duresky Canvassing Event (Tri-Cities)

    October 31, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    CSA Building (713 C), 713 Jadwin Avenue, Richland, Washington, 99352, United States

    Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    Join us for a Day of Action in the Tri-Cities with John Duresky for Congress for door knocking and community.

    Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

    Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided. Sign up here, and choose your dates to canvass: https://forms.gle/BxbrhVigGB8Y6Y9X9

    See more details

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