Events

RALLY EVERY TUESDAY from 9 -11am with INDIVISIBLE SARASOTA outside the Siesta Drive Social Security Office - we gather to say 'HANDS OFF SOCIAL SECURITY' and to show our outrage of what the Trump administration is doing to our country, the people and the Constitution. BRING YOUR SIGNS and BRING YOUR FRIENDS (and a folding chair if needed) Bring a sign about Social Security or any other topic related to the resistance against the MAGA attack on our democracy! Parking is right across Siesta Drive in the empty shopping mall parking lot. The rally is in the shade and during morning rush hour, so it will be relatively cool but with a lot of visibility. By persisting week after week, we are showing our neighbors in Sarasota that we are in this for the long term and will persevere as long as necessary. Expect lots of supportive honking of horns.

JOIN "COFFEE TIME" with the ENGLEWOOD DEMOCRATIC CLUB on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Come and have coffee & treats with your Democratic friends. WHEN: 9:15 - 11 am WHERE: Mango Bistro, 301 W Dearborn St., Englewood, FL 34223 WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU! BRING FRIENDS & FAMILY!

CALL TO ACTION: NEW TIME - 10 AM - PUBLIC EDUCATION IS UNDER ATTACK! JOIN US at the next SCHOOL BOARD MEETING at the Sarasota County Schools Administration Bldg. - 1980 Landings Blvd. Come and support Sarasota students & teachers. Please arrive by 9:30 am for the 10 am Board Meeting - especially if you want to sign up to speak at the Board meeting

VENICE DEMOCRATIC CLUB INVITES YOU TO OUR LIBERAL LIBATIONS. JOIN US every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at the VENEZIA HOTEL - 425 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice Meet new (and old) like-minded people & learn about our Club and how you can get involved with our efforts to help elect Democrats! PLEASE SIGN UP to let us know you're coming - we hope to see you there! We encourage people to bring a guest … a friend, a neighbor are most welcome and they do not have to be a member of our Club to attend our Liberal Libations.

Now is the time to ensure Sarasota County turns out for change! With your help, we can make a difference! This event meets on Wednesdays in person.  We look forward to seeing you at Sarasota County Democratic Party Headquarters, 7358 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida  34231                                                          PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP / TABLET (if you have one) and HEADPHONES / EARBUDS (if you have them) Non-Party voters are KEY to winning in Sarasota County.  We will be talking with our Non-Party neighbors about their concerns, while making connections over the phone.  We will learn how to have simple, but effective persuasion conversations -- where the voter feels valued.   Let's encourage all like-minded voters to be prepared for Midterms by enrolling in Vote by Mail.  It's the easiest and most convenient way to make sure they vote and use their voice!  Blue voters who are enrolled in Vote by Mail have a 90-95% turn out rate!

Stand up for the will of the voters!    You will have 5 minutes to speak at this special Charter Review Board hearing.  Urge them to vote 'NO' on changes to 3.9 and 3.10 - Protect our beach access, protect our parks and preserves from being sold offi to developers!  Agenda and material packet for special hearing:   https://www.scgov.net/government/county-charter/charter-review-board/-folder-6168-14526#docfold_14526_3165_265_6168   TALKING POINTS: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CAjRThdrCYhEjP83MkSogc6bzxWpl8kZ9_mc-kWozk8/edit?usp=sharing

JOIN us on May 21st for our monthly meeting, with GUEST SPEAKER NANCY SIMPSON, Florida House of Representatives, District 74. COME for a social gathering at 6:30 pm and ENJOY pizza & refreshments, followed by the meeting from 7:00 to 8:15 pm. Our meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month.

JOIN THE VERY ACTIVE ENGLEWOOD RESISTANCE every Saturday from 10:30 am - Noon ALONG WITH THE MANY WHO CARE DEEPLY ABOUT DEMOCRACY, SIGN WAVE at the corner of Dearborn St. & Indiana Ave. SOME SIGNS WILL BE AVAILABLE or BRING YOUR OWN SIGNS PLEASE SIGN UP TO LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING!

Sign up and join us for an afternoon of work and friendship!  Meet like minded Dems!  We will be working on a series of mailings to newly registered Democrats and left leaning NPAs in Sarasota County.  These are fun and important sessions.  A light lunch will be provided.  No experience needed!

You're Invited to the Englewood Democratic Club Annual Pizza Party on Wednesday, May 27th from 5:30 - 7:00pm (No General Meeting this month) at the Lemon Bay Park Pavilion - 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood $10 donation per person for the Pizza Party!  BYOB - water will be available and bring a dessert to share. Please Share by bringing canned goods/ toiletries (especially toothbrushes, toothpaste) for donation to the Food Bank. PLEASE SIGN UP SO WE CAN PLAN ACCORDINGLY. ALL WELCOME! BRING YOUR NEIGHBORS! BRING YOUR FRIENDS!

JOIN our VENICE VISIBILITY BRIGADE- Rush Hour Resistance FRIDAY MORNINGS from 8 AM to 8:45 am (Summer hours) -weather permitting, at the Legacy Trail Pedestrian Bridge overpass at the bypass US 41 in Venice just north of TJ Maxx shopping center. BRING YOUR SIGNS. Not meeting Memorial Day Weekend 2026.  PARKING: near Joey D’s Pizza, which is very close to the Legacy Trail   The Visibility Brigade is a national movement, which emphasizes a strict non-confrontational approach. If you are participating or passing by, the organizers' protocol includes: - De-escalation: No engagement with hecklers or agitators. - Positive Vibes: Waving, using bubbles, or wearing costumes to maintain a high-energy, peace. We’ve had a lot of supporters who say they are glad we are there.

Now is the time to ensure Sarasota County turns out for change! Non-Party voters are KEY to winning in Sarasota County. We will be talking with our Non-Party neighbors about their concerns, while making connections over the phone. We will learn how to have simple, but effective persuasion conversations -- where the voter feels valued. Let's encourage all like-minded voters to be prepared for Midterms by enrolling in Vote by Mail. It's the easiest and most convenient way to make sure they vote and use their voice! Blue voters who are enrolled in Vote by Mail have a 90-95% turn out rate! This event meets in person. We look forward to seeing you at Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Blvd, Venice PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP / TABLET (if you have one) and HEADPHONES / EARBUDS (if you have them) With your help, we can make a difference!

YOU'RE INVITED to the Democratic Women's Club monthly Happy Hour. JOIN US for a good time on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 4-6 pm at the Mellow Mushroom at 6727 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota - ALL ARE WELCOME! Connect with like-minded neighbors you may not know yet, unwind together, and treat self-care as a powerful act of resistance. Come for the vibes; leave with new friends and renewed energy.

Come and join the fun with fellow Democrats! It will be held at Artur's Restaurant at 70 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood. They have great food and drinks! Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration. Hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics. Solve the world's problems! Don't worry if you don't drink alcohol many of our members prefer soft drinks. See you there!

SIGN UP to join us In Person or on Zoom on Wednesday June 10th at our monthly DEC meeting of the Sarasota County Democratic Party - GET INVOLVED AND TOGETHER, WE'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The meeting will begin promptly at 7 pm - you'll receive all the latest party updates. Guests are warmly welcomed. Invite friends, family and interested Dems. Please open up the confirmation email you'll receive after signing up, for instructions to request the ZOOM link.