Van Buren County Democratic Party

Canvassing Packet Prep Party
2024-08-16 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit)
Help us set up for the busy weekend of canvassing ahead!
We’ll be printing canvassing materials, bundling lit, assembling yard signs… everything volunteers will need to have a successful weekend on the doors.
All training and materials will be provided. The only thing we’re missing is you!

VBCDP Fund Raiser w Jessica Swartz for Congress
2024-08-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit)
The VBCDP is dedicated to supporting democrats up and down the ballot. Come show your support for this event featuring Jessica Swartz for Congress. She is the U.S. 4th Congressional District candidate running against Republican Bill Huizenga.
For more information and to sign up use the link or button below https://bit.ly/3Sw4hfM
Click Here to Sign Up

South Haven Blueberry Fest Booth
2024-08-10 11:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit)
Swing by our booth at the South Haven Blueberry Festival. Talk to active democrats about candidates, how to get involved, or just to see what we are doing in the community.
Some signs are available. If there is a sign you want and we don’t have it, sign up and we will make sure to set one aside for you.
We look forward to seeing you there.

CALL TO COUNTY CONVENTION
2024-08-10 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Detroit)
This is the Van Buren County Convention to elect our delegates to the 2024 MDP State Nominating Convention.
The Van Buren County Democratic Party Convention will take place on Saturday August 10, 2024 at 9:30am at 600 Elkenburg Street, South Haven, Michigan.
Upon arrival look for the gathering of the Van Buren County Democratic Party at our mobile office. We will be in our blue t-shirts.
Registration for the Convention will be in person and shall begin at 9:00am and end at 9:30am.

BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
2024-08-10 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | L.C. Mohr High School, 600 Elkenburg St, South Haven, 49090, United States
10:00am arrival and staging, 11:00am step-off.
All Call to SW Michigan Democrats! Come and participate with the Van Buren County Michigan Democratic Party as we walk the Annual National Blueberry Festival Parade in South Haven. This is a great opportunity to interact with a large contingent of voters from across the region.
Dress for the weather and wear your Van Buren County Democratic Party shirts – extra shirts will be available on the day of the parade.
Event website here: https://www.blueberryfestival.com/

Weekday Canvassing for Joey Andrews
2024-08-05 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Signup to receive a list to canvass for Joey Andrews along the lakeshore in House District 38
Our team will provide you with a list of where to go, and optional training if you need it!

Phone Bank - Calling Democrats
2024-08-03 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-07-20 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Paw Paw District Library, 609 W Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw, MI, 49079, United States
We are building our party and preparing for GOTV. We encourage active members to participate so we can be more effective this fall while we grow our GOTV workforce. If you don’t have direct voter contact experience, this is the best way for you to get ready to make an impact in this election. Please join us.
We can split into two groups.
If you have phone banked before, you are ready to go and so are we. We have scripts and will put you right to work
If you have not phone banked before we will get you set up, trained and making calls.
Doors open at 1:00 and phonebank starts shortly after We will stop phone banking around 4 to clean up by 4:30 We will provide snacks and waters.
Please bring:
your cell phone
If you have a laptop or tablet, bring that in addition to the cell phone. A wider format is easier to use.
Charger
Headphones / headset

Van Buren Democratic Party Monthly Meeting Notice
2024-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Lawrence ISD, 490 S Paw Paw St, Lawrence, MI, 49064, United States
We are growing and gearing up for this election. Come and help us build momentum.
We highlight recent successes and discuss upcoming activities that you can join. We invite a speaker to educate the group and break out into working committees at the end.
This meeting is a great opportunity for the community to see what their County Party is doing. Chat with committee chairs, find out how to get involved and make a difference this election.

Meeting Agenda:

5:00pm – Taco bar for a donation
5:30pm – Business Meeting – all are welcome to attend
6:45pm – Elected Officials Communications: Almena Twp Trustee John Wagner; State Representative Joey Andrews; County Commissioner D1 Gail Patterson-Gladney.
7:00pm – Special Presentation: “General Aspects of Project 2025” – Fran Brennan of “Engage Women” will provide a presentation on the philosophies of Project 2025 and the potential impact on our country.

Phone Bank - Calling Democrats
2024-07-31 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-07-24 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | VBC Dems Hartford Office, 4 W Main Street, Hartford, MI, 49057, United States

Office hours - Harris Yard Signs are IN ! Expanded Paw Paw hours
2024-07-31 08:00 - 2024-11-07 17:00 (America/Detroit)
– Pick up signs. If we run out, we will let you know when we get more.
– Find out how to get involved.
– Pick up a voter registration form.

Register to staff the Paw Paw office Here
Expanded Hartford Early Vote Volunteers needed

Register for Expanded Early Vote Hours in Hartford Here

CD4 Democrats Picnic
2024-07-20 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit)
Join us at Little John Lake Park for the annual Congressional District 4 picnic. Hot dogs available, please bring a dish to pass and your reusable table service. Water will also be available. Hear from our amazing candidates and enjoy a great afternoon with Democrats!

VAN BUREN COUNTY YOUTH FAIR
2024-07-15 11:00 - 2024-07-21 23:00 (America/New_York)
Tha Van Buren County Democrats will be at the Van Buren County Youth Fair all week from July 15 to 21 and would love to talk with you. Stop by our booth with your questions, concerns and support or just pick up a sign. Learn what active democrats are doing in your county. We will be staffing a booth from:
11:00 am – 10:00 pm Monday thru Thursday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm Friday and Saturday
EVENT WEBSITE HERE: https://www.vanburenyouthfair.com/

“Protect and Defend” Gala Fundraiser
2024-07-14 16:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Michigan Maritime Museum, 260 Dyckman Ave, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
Register Here

For ticket information (or to make a donation if unable to attend the event in person) please click Register Here or head over to https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2024protectdefend-gala
Make plans now to join the Van Buren County Democratic Party on Sunday July 14, 2024 at the beautiful Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven, MI for our first annual Van Buren County Democratic Party “Protect and Defend” Gala Fundraiser! We all know how important the 2024 election is, and you have the opportunity to make a difference now by attending the Gala and showing your support for the Democratic Party.
Event registration opens at 4:30pm where you’ll have an opportunity to enjoy the museum grounds. The evening festivities start at 5:00pm with a cocktail hour where you can enjoy a drink and Hors d’oeuvres while visiting with candidates and elected officials. Dinner will begin at 6:30 with vegetarian and gluten free options available, served with a salad and scrumptious dessert. Our program of guest speakers will commence as dinner concludes and will feature several Democrats currently serving in office as well as seeking additional terms. Our guests include: State Representative Joey Andrews, Candidate for U.S. Congress to represent the 4th District Jessica Swartz, and current Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden. Other “high-profile” Democrats will also be featured. Every ticket holder will take home a keepsake from the event, as well as wonderful memories and photos with guests and one another.
Single tickets start at $100, and you can show your support at a variety of donor levels up to being an event table sponsor.

INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
2024-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit)
We need your help to represent the Van Buren County Democratic Party in the Decatur Fourth of July Parade! We are looking for walkers, decorated cars, bikes. Wear your Van Buren Dems t-shirts or other political statement shirts. We will hand out bubbles and flags.
Line up starts at 10:00 AM on West Saint Mary’s Street (corner of Mills Street and M-51 (near to car wash and now closed McDonald’s). Help is needed to decorate the trailer and get organized.
Step off at 11:00 AM.
Let us know your coming on signup genius by clicking the button below or heading to the link here: https://bit.ly/4bmIWfj

Click Here to Register On Signup Genius

Knock Doors with the One Campaign in Van Buren County
2024-07-01 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
Join the One Campaign and the Van Buren County Dems to canvass door to door in your community!
We will be reaching out to voters in your area to talk with them about the issues that matter most to them and reminding them of the stakes in the November election.
Please bring a well-charged cellphone for using the mini-VAN canvassing app.
Training and materials will be provided.

Phone Bank - Calling Democrats
2024-06-29 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | VBC Dems Hartford Office, 4 W Main Street, Hartford, MI, 49057, United States
We are reaching out to strong democrats in our county to grow our party. We will also be phone banking any potential candidates for local office. Please join us.
We can split into two groups.
If you have phone banked before, you are ready to go and so are we. We have scripts and will put you right to work
If you have not phone banked before we will get you set up, trained and making calls.
Doors open at 1:00 and phonebank starts shortly after We will stop phone banking at 3:30 to clean up by 4:00 We will provide snacks and waters.
Please bring:
your cell phone
If you have a laptop or tablet, bring that in addition to the cell phone. A wider format is easier to use.
Charger
Headphones / headset

Debate Watch Party
2024-06-27 20:30 - 22:00 (America/Detroit)
Watch the debate after the meeting with your friends. We will be gathering after the meeting at the VBDCP office in Hartford for a Debate Watch Party. Please join us.

Van Buren Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting - Guest Climate Speaker
2024-06-27 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Join us at our monthly meeting where we review what we have accomplished since the last meeting and discuss upcoming activities. We invite a speaker to educate the group and break out into working committees at the end.
Meeting agenda.
– 5:00pm – Doors open
– 5:30pm-6:15pm – Business Meeting
– 6:30pm – Special Presentation – Michelle Deatrick, National Chair of the Democratic National Committee’s Council on the Environment and Climate Crisis.
– See special release for Michelle Deatrick here: https://bit.ly/3KyzNp5
– For Further information Contact our chair Rick Catherman

Phone Bank - Calling Democrats
2024-06-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit)
We are reaching out to strong democrats in our county to grow our party. We will also be phone banking any potential candidates for local office. Please join us.
We can split into two groups.
If you have phone banked before, you are ready to go and so are we. We have scripts and will put you right to work
If you have not phone banked before we will get you set up, trained and making calls.
Doors open at 1:00 and phonebank starts shortly after We will stop phone banking at 3:30 to clean up by 4:00 We will provide snacks and waters.
Please bring:
your cell phone
If you have a laptop or tablet, bring that in addition to the cell phone. A wider format is easier to use.
Charger
Headphones / headset
Our earlier phone bank event is here: https://www.mobilize.us/vanburencountydemocraticparty/event/635913/

Phone Bank - Calling Democrats
2024-06-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit)

Van Buren County Democratic Party Campaign Kickoff
2024-06-12 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at the Lucky Wolf in Downtown Paw Paw for a chance to meet the local candidates who want to represent you and want your vote this fall.
RSVP at ( this will go to Act Blue, that Deb is designing)
Your support of this event will enable the VBCDP to boost our local candidates with canvasing, literature, yard signs, print advertising and more. Together we are building a blue wave in Van Buren County.
Thank you again

Strawberry Festival Parade
2024-06-08 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
The Van Buren County Democratic Party is marching in the Hartford Strawberry festival. Come join us to walk or just show support by wearing democratic apparel.
We will be meeting at the High School at 12PM and walking at 1PM. Please wear VBDP or statement shirt. We have small gifts to hand out. We will interact with folks and have banners to carry.
Sign up to walk with us here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4AA8AD2EA2FD0-49565523-vanburen#/

Van Buren Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting
2024-05-02 21:00 - 2024-05-03 00:00 (America/New_York)
## Join us at our monthly meeting where we review what we have accomplished since the last meeting and discuss upcoming activities. We invite a speaker to educate the group and break out into working committees at the end.
### Typical meeting agenda.
– 5:00pm – Doors Open
– 5:30pm-6:15pm – Business Meeting
– 6:30pm -8:00pm – Community Outreach and Committee Action including:
– Elected Officials Communication
– Special Presentation “Women In Politics” by Fran Brennan Special Guest Speaker
– Committee Action
