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Tomorrow! @SCDCNHDems Winter Social January 17th, Rochester

Let's Party!!!

The Strafford County Democratic Committee invites all Democrats to celebrate on Friday, January 17, 2019 5:00pm - 7:00pm at the Rolland House, Governor's Inn 78 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH

Enjoy free hors d'oeuvres. Cash bar. No charge.
(Donations are always appreciated!)  

3rd Annual Strafford Blueberry Festival- Saturday July 27th 2-4PM

From the Strafford Dems: Please join us for the 3rd Annual Strafford Blueberry Festival: Enter a homemade blueberry baked good into our bake-off Come buy fresh blueberries from Berrybog Farm Be a judge of the bake-off (included with your ticket) Meet Democratic candidates   Support local vendors   Tickets are available here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/blueberry


Farmington Dems & Milton Dems Meet Thursday, July 11th, 6PM

Hi folks,

The Milton Democratic Committee will have its July meeting on Thursday,  July 11, at 6:00 PM at South Main Pizza on Main Street in Farmington.  We will have a joint meeting with theFarmington Democratic Committee   .

Some  Agenda Items will include:
Adopt-a-Spot Watering - in the hot summer months, folks are asked to stop by our adopt-a -spots with a few buckets of water and water the barrels and anything else that looks parched. 

Potluck, Movie & Discussion- Wed, Feb 27th- “THE DEVIL WE KNOW” Pesentation by Enviro Scientist @MindiMessmer4NH

  “THE DEVIL WE KNOW” Pesentation by Environmental Scientist Mindi Messmer    


Potluck , Movie and Discussion


In lieu of Moose Mountain Dems February meeting at the Poor People’s Pub

 You are invited to the First Congregational Church of Wakefield 2718 Wakefield Road, Wakefield, NH 03872

For an informative gathering Potluck, Movie and Discussion Wednesday, February 27th

Potluck will begin at 5:30pm, Film at Film 6:00pm(film is 90 minutes), and then Discussion

“The Devil We Know” (2018) is a documentary showing the impact of citizens in West Virginia when they take on a powerful corporation for dumping toxic chemicals in the water supply. A discussion of the film will be led by Mindi Messmer, an environmental scientist from Rye, NH, where she is known for identifying a double cancer cluster in a 5-town area of the NH seacoast, drinking water protection and promoting cancer prevention.

Wait until you hear how her discovery unfolded!

 The environment was listed as one of the top concerns at our January meeting. NH has the highest rates of breast cancer, bladder cancer and esophageal cancer in the nation. We will learn what is happening around the state and what we can do to advocate for stronger environmental protections.


All welcome! Bring a friend!

Attendees are invited to bring a pot luck offering. Coffee and tea will be provided.

Potluck begins 5:30 pm, Film 6:00pm(film is 90 minutes), and then Discussion Street Parking

Available For more information Contact anniemrobbins@gmail.com To learn more about the beautiful, open and affirming, First Congregational Church of Wakefield, located in the Wakefield Historic District, go to fccwakefieldnh.org

SCDC January Celebration-January 11th

Let's Party!!!
The Strafford County Democratic Committee
invites all Democrats
to celebrate on 
Friday, January 11th 2019,
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
at the Rolland House
Governor's Inn
78 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH.
Enjoy free hors d'oeuvres.
Cash bar.
No charge. (Donations are always appreciated.)   View the Facebook Event

SCDC EC Coming To Listen To Dems & Undeclared For Jan. Meeting

Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 6 PM – 8 PM
SCDC EC Coming to Listen to Dems & Undeclared for January Meeting
 
 All local Undeclared and Democrats are welcome! The Farmington Dems will be hosting The Strafford County Democratic Committee for their January meeting. The Strafford County Democratic Committee, Executive Committee, is coming to Farmington on Wednesday, January 2, 2019.

The committee members want to listen to Undeclared and Dem voters in Farmington and surrounding areas about their concerns and needs about local government and needs for the community. The meeting will be downstairs at the Farmington House of Pizza from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  



 View the Facebook Event

2018 #Strafford County #Democrats #Picnic, August 12th, #Rollinsford Park

The Strafford County Democratic Committee will once again be holding our Annual Picnic to raise funds for our efforts to elect Democratic candidates in Strafford County.

 Please join us for food and solidarity and to meet and hear from our local candidates at Rollinsford Park across from the American Legion at 551 Foundry St.. Rollinsford.

 $20 per ticket if bought in advance $ 10 per ticket for students and volunteers $25 at the door ticket purchases $45 Family Tickets for families with children 12 yrs. & over Free for Children under 12 years old

Sponsor the picnic for just $125 or whatever you want to donate. Sponsorships of $125.00 or more includes 2 tickets. You may sponsor for both picnic and fall events and pay $200, this will include 2 tickets for each event, (not 4 for either).

 Sponsors will be posted on our appreciation board at the picnic, be posted on the Strafford County Democratic Committee website (with your approval). If you know of anyone that you think would be a sponsor please let us know! Or, If you are interested in sponsoring the event but have questions please contact us at straffordcountydemocrats@gmail.com.

The money raised after expenses from our event will go to supporting local Democrats. This is going to be a great opportunity to catch up with old Democratic friends and meet new ones. Mingle and meet while enjoying delicious burgers and hot dogs, homemade salads and desserts. Catch up with what other county Democrats are doing and get to hear firsthand where your candidates stand on the issues.  

Vegetarian and gluten-free options available!

You can count on every cent of our net proceeds going to elect Strafford County Democratic Candidates! Every election is important but this election could be the pivotal event determining where our country goes and what values are represented.

We'll also be having 50/50 raffles so make sure you bring cash and make sure you get your tickets early!

 The preferred payment method is by check. They can be mailed to; Strafford County Democratic Committee, PO Box 247, Dover NH 03821.

 The last date to mail checks would be Monday, August, 6th. Please include your name, address, email address or phone number, occupation, and employer address with your payment.

You can also buy tickets using a credit card via ActBlue. Tickets via ActBlue will be available until Friday, August 10th. Tickets will be sold at the gate depending on availability.

 Email any questions to straffordcountydemocrats@gmail.com  https://www.facebook.com/events/496064904183549/

Strafford Blueberry Festival & Bake-off -Saturday, August 4th 2-4pm

 If you’ve got a favorite blueberry recipe or just love to eat blueberries, you won’t want to miss the second annual Blueberry Festival and Bake-off on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 2-4 p.m. at the historic Waldron Store in Bow Lake Village, Strafford. Admission is $8, with no additional charge to enter the bake-off competition. Tickets and contest rules are available at www.strafforddems.org. Once in the door, you can sample blueberry goodies to your heart’s content — and vote on your favorite. Prizes will be awarded for winning contestants, including a youth category. Please note that contest voting will close at 3:30 p.m. In addition to judging the region’s finest blueberry cooks, participants can purchase home-baked blueberry pies, muffins, and quarts of fresh-picked berries to take home. Adding to the fun, local craft vendors will be on hand to showcase their wares. Be sure to enter the raffle to win one of several specialty gift baskets. This year’s festival will also provide a great chance to talk to many state and federal candidates running for a spot on the Democratic ticket this fall. Come meet them in person and share your concerns over a piece of blueberry pie. The festival is sponsored by the Strafford Town Democrats and is open to the entire community. The event is on, rain or shine. The festival venue, the century-old Waldron Store, is located at 492 Province Road in Strafford, adjacent to the Bow Lake Baptist Church. Learn more about the fascinating history of this building at http://strafhist.weebly.com/waldron-store.html.

Moose Mountain Area Dems Daylilies & #Democrats -Saturday, July 21st

 Daylilies & Democrats
Saturday, July 21 at 4 PM - 7 PM
195 Governor's Rd, Brookfield, NH 03872-7322, United States Each year Martha Pike opens her home and gardens to Democrats from throughout Carroll County and beyond. Join local, state and federal candidates and enjoy an afternoon in Martha's beautiful gardens!  https://www.facebook.com/events/632043627143682/

SCDC Winter Social Decmber 7th, Rolland House, Rochester

You are invited to the third annual, Strafford County Democratic Committee, Winter Social. It is scheduled for Thursday evening, December 7, 2017 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Rolland House at the Governor's Inn Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH. Come, socialize, and take a break! Serving hors d'oeuvres Cash bar

Rochester NH Pride 2017- Sat, August 26th 1 - 4 PM

Rochester NH Pride 2017

 Saturday, August 26th, 1- 4 PM

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts invites the LGBTQ+ community (and those who love them) to Hanson Street and Central Square, in downtown Rochester, for a free public pride celebration on Saturday, August 26th, 2017 from 1-4pm, with remarks at 3:30pm. Our mission is to promote unity, visibility, inclusivity, equality, and a positive image of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ+) community. This event is made possible by Rochester Main Street (supported in part by a grant from the New Hampshire State Council On The Arts ​and the National Endowment for the Arts.) An informal "after party" ​​gathering will take place around 4pm at ​The Garage at the Governor's Inn. Visit www.rochestermfa.org/pride for more information. Vendor applications are available now. Contact matt@rochestermfa.org with questions.

Activist Appreciation Cookout-Saturday, August 5th, 1 - 4 PM


Activist Appreciation Cookout
Saturday, August 5 at 1 PM - 4 PM
415 Coffin Brook Road, Alton (Home of Michelle and Drew Carter Show Map

Calling all Left-leaning Activists: You, your family (including kids), and like-minded friends and neighbors are invited to join us in "Cooking Up Resistance." Come party with us as we enjoy some well-deserved, family-friendly fun and a little bit of levity during these challenging times.  

POTLUCK CONTEST: A special prize goes to the most creative “Resistance”-themed potluck dish! IM-PEACH-MINT TEA will be provided!


If your last name begins with A through H, please bring a main dish to pass for each plate. If your last name begins with I through P, please bring a side dish to share with everybody. If your last name begins with Q through Z, please bring a dessert, sweet as can be! Bring Your Own Beverage  


GAMES: ● “Bernie” Badminton ● “Hillary” Horseshoes ● “Electoral College” Egg Toss● “Conway” Corn Hole ● “45” 3-Legged Race ● “Bannon” Basketball ● “Spicer” Scavenger Hunt ● “Alternative Facts” Trivia Everyone leaves with a parting “Resistance” gift. RSVP by 7/29 and your name will be entered into a drawing for a special gift basket!


 THIS IS NOT A FUNDRAISER! NO PLAY AND ALL BUSINESS MAKES FOR BURNED OUT ACTIVISTS!

Moose Mountain Area Dem Daylilies & Democrats-Sat July 22nd 4-7PM



Moose Mountain Area Democrats
195 Governors Rd, Brookfield, NH 03872, USA


Donations are welcome.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters To Keynote For July 23rd SCDC Picnic

ANNOUNCING 

Congresswoman Maxine Waters 

  As the KEYNOTE SPEAKER

 for the SCDC Summer Picnic

 

 Please join us for food and solidarity and to meet and hear from our local candidates.

 

Date; Sunday, July 23,2017 

Time: 12:00 -- 3:00 PM

 Place: Miller Farm 51 Miller Road New Durham, NH

 

 

Tickets are only $20 per person prepaid $25 at the gate, $10 for Students and children 12 and older and $45 for a family. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available! You can count on every cent of our net proceeds going to elect Strafford County Democratic Candidates! Every election is important but this election could be the pivotal event determining where our country goes and what values are represented. Sponsor the picnic for just $125 or whatever you want to donate. Sponsors will be posted on our appreciation board at the picnic, be posted on the Strafford County Democratic Committee website (with your approval). Sponsorships over $125 include 2 tickets. We are also offering a Seasonal Sponsorship for $300 or more which will get you tickets to all three upcoming events. If you know of anyone that you think would be a sponsor please let us know! Or, If you are interested in sponsoring the event but have questions please contact us at scdc@straffordcountydemocrats.org.

 

 

 

The preferred payment method is by check. They can be mailed to;

Strafford County Democratic Committee, PO Box 247, Dover NH 03821.

 

 

You can also buy tickets using a credit card via ActBlue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/picnicscdc2017 Ticket Sales will not be accepted online or thru the mail after July 19th. Tickets will be sold at the gate depending on availability. Email any questions to scdc@straffordcountydemocrats.org.

 

 

www.straffordcountydemocraticcommittee.org   @SCDCNHDems

Save The Date-SCDC Picnic- Sunday, July 23rd, 12 - 3PM


The Strafford County Democratic Committee will once again be holding our Annual Picnic to raise funds for our efforts to elect Democratic candidates in Strafford County. Please join us for food and solidarity and to meet and hear from our local candidates. 

Date: Sunday, July 23,2017 Time: 12:00 -- 3:00 PM Place: Miller Farm 51 Miller Road New Durham, NH See the event on Facebook

Tickets are only $20 per person prepaid $25 at the gate, $10 for Students and for children 12 and older and $45 for a family.

 The money raised after expenses from our event will help pay for our mailings to all Strafford County Democrats and undeclared voters, as well as on voter registration efforts, handouts, and local candidate support via the City and Town Committees. This is going to be a great opportunity to catch up with old Democratic friends and meet new ones. 

Mingle and meet while enjoying delicious locally sourced burgers and hot dogs, homemade salads and desserts. Catch up with what other county Democrats are doing and get to hear firsthand where your candidates stand on the issues. 

Vegetarian and gluten-free options available!

 You can count on every cent of our net proceeds going to elect Strafford County Democratic Candidates! Every election is important but this election could be the pivotal event determining where our country goes and what values are represented. We'll also be having 50/50 raffles so make sure you bring cash and make sure you get your tickets early!
 
 
Sponsor the picnic for just $125 or whatever you want to donate. Sponsors will be posted on our appreciation board at the picnic, be posted on the Strafford County Democratic Committee website (with your approval). Sponsorships over $125 include 2 tickets. 

We are also offering a Seasonal Sponsorship for $300 or more which will get you tickets to all three upcoming events. If you know of anyone that you think would be a sponsor please let us know! Or, If you are interested in sponsoring the event but have questions please contact us at scdc@straffordcountydemocrats.org. 

 The preferred payment method is by check. They can be mailed to; Strafford County Democratic Committee, PO Box 247, Dover NH 03821. 

You can also buy tickets using a credit card via ActBlue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/picnicscdc2017 Ticket Sales will not be accepted online or thru the mail after July 19th. Tickets will be sold at the gate depending on availability.  

Email any questions to scdc@straffordcountydemocrats.org.

Dover Dems Celebrate 10th Annual Franklin And Eleanor Dinner, April 22nd




10th Annual Franklin & Eleanor Dinner

Please join us for this special 10th Anniversary Dinner on Saturday, April 22, 2017, at 6 PM at the Hellenic Center, 219 Long Hill Rd. in Dover. Keynote speakers will be Devon Chaffee, Executive Director, ACLU-NH and Jennifer Frizzell, VP of Policy-NH, Planned Parenthood of Northern New England.

All proceeds from the dinner directly support Democratic candidates and activities of the Dover Democratic Committee--an all-volunteer organization.

Our greatly expanded silent auction will tempt you with items such as a Languedoc-inspired, French dinner; a narrated, historic tour of the Cochecho River; a custom tile backsplash; half-day, fly-fishing for two; a sailboat cruise on the Maine coast; original art; Wayne Newland photographs; a beginner's harp lesson; wine basket; gift cards of all types; and many more unique items. Bring cash or your checkbook for items offered at the silent auction.

Dinner includes a variety of entrees and side dishes as well as intriguing appetizers and decadent desserts. Cash bar. Dinner Tickets, $30 per person. Sponsorships, $100. Admission for one person is included with each sponsorship. New this year: Table Sponsorships, $500, include tickets for 8 and reserved seating. Table Sponsorships are a prime opportunity for you or your business to express additional support for the work being done to uphold our Democratic values.

This dinner sold out last year! Buy your tickets now, and enjoy a stimulating evening among like-minded friends and neighbors. For further information please email: jd.verschueren@gmail.com.


SCDC Summer Picnic Sunday Aug 7th, 12 to 3, Miller Farm



·         The Strafford County Democratic Committee will once again be holding our Annual Picnic to raise funds for our efforts to elect Democratic candidates in Strafford County. Please join us for food and solidarity and to meet and hear from our local candidates.

Date; Sunday, August 7, 2016
Time: 12:00 -- 3:00 PM
Place: Miller Farm 51 Miller Road New Durham, NH

Tickets are only $20 per person, $15 for Students and $5 for kids under 12.

The money raised after expenses from our event will help pay for our mailings to all Strafford County Democrats and Undeclared voters. We will also be spending on voter registration efforts, handouts, and local candidate support via the City and Town Committees.


View the SCDC Facebook event:


 The preferred payment methods is by check which can be mailed to; Strafford County Democratic Committee, PO Box 247, Dover NH 03821.

Sponsor the picnic for just $100 or whatever you would like to donate. Sponsors will be posted on our appreciation board at the picnic, be posted on the Strafford County Democratic Committee website and sent to our email list. Sponsorships over $100 include 2 tickets. If you know of anyone that you think would be a sponsor please let us know!

Please email any questions to scdc@straffordcountydemocrats.org.




Directions from the Southern part of the County to Miller Farm.

North on Spaulding Turnpike.

Take Exit 15 to Route 11 North

Travel Route 11 North about 13.5 miles.

Turn Right on Davis Crossing Road  (just past one of those historical highway markers)

Go NE on Davis Crossing Road approx. 1 mile

Take a left onto Old Bay Road and a nearly immediate (slight) right onto Ham Road.

Continue on Ham Road approx. 2 miles.

Take a slight right onto Birch Hill Road about 1/10 of a mile to Miller Road.

The Farm is on the right at # 51.



Directions from the Southern part of the County to Miller Farm.

North on Spaulding Turnpike.

Take Exit 15 to Route 11 North

Travel Route 11 North about 13.5 miles.

Turn Right on Davis Crossing Road  (just past one of those historical highway markers)

Go NE on Davis Crossing Road approx. 1 mile

Take a left onto Old Bay Road and a nearly immediate (slight) right onto Ham Road.

Continue on Ham Road approx. 2 miles.

Take a slight right onto Birch Hill Road about 1/10 of a mile to Miller Road.