BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wake County Democratic Party - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Wake County Democratic Party X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wakedems.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wake County Democratic Party REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260405T005445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T005647Z UID:10008401-1777402800-1777406400@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:VPB for DVC Leads - Planning VPB Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is the first of two one-hour training sessions that follow “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101\,” for DVC Leads and other precinct and area officers who will organize Virtual Phone Banking (VPB) events. This session covers the logistics of planning and setting up your virtual training session for volunteers in Google Meet\, including: \n\nCreating Google Meet sessions\nPosting events on the WCDP Events Calendar\nPre- and post-session communication with phone-banking volunteers\nWCDP’s toolkit for VPB organizers \n\nThe second session\, “VPB for DVC Leads – Hosting VPB Sessions\,” follows the “Planning” class. Organizers who also will host VPB sessions for volunteers should register for and attend the “Hosting” session\, also. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/vpb-for-dvc-leads-planning-vpb-sessions-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event DVC Lead ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260321T053848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T201249Z UID:10008153-1777316400-1777320000@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Wake Dems 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Wake Dems\nCurious about who we are and how you can help make a difference in Wake County? Wake Dems 101 is one of the best ways to get to know your local Democratic Party! \nWhat You’ll Learn\nWho we are → Meet your local Democratic elected officials\, Party leaders\, and neighbors\nWhat we do → Learn how we organize\, support candidates\, and fight for our values year-round\nHow you can get involved → Discover volunteer roles that match your schedule\, skills\, and interests \nWhy It Matters\nAt Wake Dems\, we take a data-driven approach to organizing. We partner with voting analytics experts to score every voter on how likely they are to 1) vote and 2) vote for Democrats if they vote. \nWe then focus most of our efforts engaging with high support\, low turnout voters — folks who agree with us but don’t always make it to the polls. Our data shows we can triple turnout amongst voters we have a conversation with! \nWe hope to see you there!\nWe’re excited to connect with you and share more about who we are\, what we do\, and how you can get involved to make a difference!\n \nThanks again for fueling victories for candidates who share our values across every municipality in Wake County 🙏🏽 \nSign up below: \n\n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.\nWake Dems 101\nEvent Dates & Times(Required)\n \n \n Mon\, May 18th\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n \n \n \n Mon\, June 1st\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Contact Information(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n ZIP Code(Required) \n \n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Phone(Required) URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/wake-dems-101-virtual-3/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Social Event,Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260325T210556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T215425Z UID:10008161-1776884400-1776888000@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:VPB for DVC Leads - Hosting VPB Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is the second of two one-hour training sessions that follow “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101\,” for DVC Leads and other precinct and area officers who organize Virtual Phone Banking (VPB) events.  \nPrerequisite: This session assumes that attendees have used the OpenVPB phone-banking platform and are familiar with its basic functions and navigation. DVC Leads and others who plan to host VPB training sessions for volunteers but are not yet familiar with OpenVPB’s functions should attend a VPB session as a volunteer first to receive training on OpenVPB. Check the Events Calendar for a “Virtual Phone Bank Training and Call Session” to register.  \nThis session covers how to host a virtual training session for volunteers in Google Meet\, including: \n\nThe basics of hosting training sessions in Google Meet\nAn outline and tips for training volunteers on OpenVPB\nAvailable training materials for DVC Leads and other local VPB organizers\nTips\, tricks\, and common technical support issues for assisting phone-banking volunteers\n\nOrganizers who will plan and organize VPB sessions for volunteers (in addition to conducting the actual training) also should register for and attend the preceding class to this one\, “VPB for DVC Leads – Planning VPB Sessions.” URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/vpb-for-dvc-leads-hosting-vpb-sessions-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Virtual Phone Bank (VPB) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhoneBank2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260409T224343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T224343Z UID:10008423-1776796200-1776800700@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nUsing tools like the Canvass Organizers’ Checklist and Pre-GOTV Dashboard for the planning\, launch\, and follow-up of your canvass\nPreparing and using canvass literature\, maps\, and list numbers\nHow to select turfs\, and plan for apartment buildings and other features of the turf(s)\nHow to invite volunteers to help you prepare and join your canvass\nCoaching tips to use with new canvassers during the canvass\nMaking it fun 🙂\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below: URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/how-to-organize-and-lead-a-canvass-training-3/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event How to Organize a Canvass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260417T205201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T205201Z UID:10008441-1776792600-1776794400@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:New Dashboard Demo for Canvassing DESCRIPTION:Hello Precinct 01-42! \nDuring this call\, we will review the new Dashboard we will use for canvassing our Precinct.   Hope to see you there ! URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/new-dashboard-demo-for-canvassing/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Precinct Meetings & Events,Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Precinct 01-42":MAILTO:precinct01-42@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260325T205125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T214910Z UID:10008159-1776711600-1776715200@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:VPB for DVC Leads - Planning VPB Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is the first of two one-hour training sessions that follow “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101\,” for DVC Leads and other precinct and area officers who will organize Virtual Phone Banking (VPB) events. This session covers the logistics of planning and setting up your virtual training session for volunteers in Google Meet\, including: \n\nCreating Google Meet sessions\nPosting events on the WCDP Events Calendar\nPre- and post-session communication with phone-banking volunteers\nWCDP’s toolkit for VPB organizers \n\nThe second session\, “VPB for DVC Leads – Hosting VPB Sessions\,” follows the “Planning” class. Organizers who also will host VPB sessions for volunteers should register for and attend the “Hosting” session\, also. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/vpb-for-dvc-leads-planning-vpb-sessions-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Virtual Phone Bank (VPB) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhoneBank2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260325T033917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T180345Z UID:10008174-1776709800-1776714300@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Technology Level 2 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for Technology Level 2 Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nAn in-depth look & practice on how to use Google Drives\, Docs\, Forms\, Chat\, Calendar (and office hours)\, and Meet\nReview of key Precinct Specific Dashboards\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. \nQuestions? Please email Linda Ippolito at: secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/technology-level-2-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Tech 2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260409T000527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T000624Z UID:10008418-1776623400-1776627900@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nUsing tools like the Canvass Organizers’ Checklist and Pre-GOTV Dashboard for the planning\, launch\, and follow-up of your canvass\nPreparing and using canvass literature\, maps\, and list numbers\nHow to select turfs\, and plan for apartment buildings and other features of the turf(s)\nHow to invite volunteers to help you prepare and join your canvass\nCoaching tips to use with new canvassers during the canvass\nMaking it fun 🙂\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below: URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/how-to-organize-and-lead-a-canvass-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event How to Organize a Canvass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260325T023910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T024441Z UID:10008173-1776364200-1776368700@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Technology Level 2 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for Technology Level 2 Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nAn in-depth look & practice on how to use Google Drives\, Docs\, Forms\, Chat\, Calendar (and office hours)\, and Meet\nReview of key Precinct Specific Dashboards\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. \nQuestions? Please email Linda Ippolito at: secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/technology-level-2-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Tech 2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260321T053712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T201156Z UID:10008152-1776106800-1776110400@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Wake Dems 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Wake Dems\nCurious about who we are and how you can help make a difference in Wake County? Wake Dems 101 is one of the best ways to get to know your local Democratic Party! \nWhat You’ll Learn\nWho we are → Meet your local Democratic elected officials\, Party leaders\, and neighbors\nWhat we do → Learn how we organize\, support candidates\, and fight for our values year-round\nHow you can get involved → Discover volunteer roles that match your schedule\, skills\, and interests \nWhy It Matters\nAt Wake Dems\, we take a data-driven approach to organizing. We partner with voting analytics experts to score every voter on how likely they are to 1) vote and 2) vote for Democrats if they vote. \nWe then focus most of our efforts engaging with high support\, low turnout voters — folks who agree with us but don’t always make it to the polls. Our data shows we can triple turnout amongst voters we have a conversation with! \nWe hope to see you there!\nWe’re excited to connect with you and share more about who we are\, what we do\, and how you can get involved to make a difference!\n \nThanks again for fueling victories for candidates who share our values across every municipality in Wake County 🙏🏽 \nSign up below: \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.\nWake Dems 101\nEvent Dates & Times(Required)\n \n \n Mon\, May 18th\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n \n \n \n Mon\, June 1st\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Contact Information(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n ZIP Code(Required) \n \n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Phone(Required) URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/wake-dems-101-virtual-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Social Event,Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093050 CREATED:20260323T195956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T195956Z UID:10008157-1776105000-1776109500@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Canvassing with MiniVAN for Pre-GOTV Training DESCRIPTION:Canvassing with MiniVAN\, New for Pre-GOTV for Midterm Elections! \n\nBest practices: Canvassing Dos\, Don’ts and “What ifs”?\nStrategy & monthly themes for Pre-GOTV (April – September\, 2026)\nNew scripts & canvass literature\nHow to use the MiniVAN app for canvassing\nSilent canvassing\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/canvassing-with-minivan-for-pre-gotv-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Canvass with MiniVAN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260326T023817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T023817Z UID:10008236-1775759400-1775764800@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:2026 Plan Builder Part 2: Pre-GOTV DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, April 9th at 6:30pm for a centrally hosted Pre-GOTV Plan Builder Session! \nPrecincts will join for a central overview of Pre-GOTV before meeting in breakout rooms to build plans for their precincts. \nSign up below:\n\n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.2026 Plan Builder Part 2: Pre-GOTVEmail(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n Registration Date & Time(Required)\n \n \n Thurs\, April 9th 6:30pm - 8:00pm\n Phone(Required)Which precinct are you in?(Required)(Please use the format ##-## - Find your precinct number by clicking here.)What is your role in WCDP?(Required)-- Select --Area CoordinatorPrecinct OfficerDirect Voter Contact (DVC) LeadVolunteerOtherOther WCDP Role(Required)By signing up for WCDP Events\, you are agreeing to WCDP’s Communications Policy\n\nA copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/2026-plan-builder-part-2-pre-gotv/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Social Event,Training Event,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/WakeCounty_DarkBackground-01.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wake Dems":MAILTO:info@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260325T205752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T181730Z UID:10008160-1775674800-1775678400@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] - VPB for DVC Leads - Hosting VPB Sessions DESCRIPTION:***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** \nThis is the second of two one-hour training sessions that follow “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101\,” for DVC Leads and other precinct and area officers who organize Virtual Phone Banking (VPB) events.  \nPrerequisite: This session assumes that attendees have used the OpenVPB phone-banking platform and are familiar with its basic functions and navigation. DVC Leads and others who plan to host VPB training sessions for volunteers but are not yet familiar with OpenVPB’s functions should attend a VPB session as a volunteer first to receive training on OpenVPB. Check the Events Calendar for a “Virtual Phone Bank Training and Call Session” to register.  \nThis session covers how to host a virtual training session for volunteers in Google Meet\, including: \n\nThe basics of hosting training sessions in Google Meet\nAn outline and tips for training volunteers on OpenVPB\nAvailable training materials for DVC Leads and other local VPB organizers\nTips\, tricks\, and common technical support issues for assisting phone-banking volunteers\n\nOrganizers who will plan and organize VPB sessions for volunteers (in addition to conducting the actual training) also should register for and attend the preceding class to this one\, “VPB for DVC Leads – Planning VPB Sessions.” URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/vpb-for-dvc-leads-hosting-vpb-sessions/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Virtual Phone Bank (VPB) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhoneBank3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260323T044207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T044207Z UID:10008155-1775673000-1775677500@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Technology Overview & Level 1 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for Technology Overview & Level 1 Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nBasics of using Google accounts and drives\nHow to contact & stay in touch with your volunteers and potential voters:\nDiscord for WCDP communications\nHow to post meetings and other events on Wake Dems Events Calendar\nHow to schedule a virtual meeting.\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/technology-overview-level-1-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Tech 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260325T204459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T181439Z UID:10008158-1775588400-1775592000@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] - VPB for DVC Leads - Planning VPB Sessions DESCRIPTION:***THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED*** \nThis is the first of two\, one-hour training sessions that follow “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101\,” for DVC Leads and other precinct and area officers who will organize Virtual Phone Banking (VPB) events. This session covers the logistics of planning and setting up your virtual training session for volunteers in Google Meet\, including: \n\nCreating Google Meet sessions\nPosting events on the WCDP Events Calendar\nPre- and post-session communication with phone-banking volunteers\nWCDP’s toolkit for VPB organizers \n\nThe second session\, “VPB for DVC Leads – Hosting VPB Sessions\,” follows the “Planning” class. Organizers who also will host VPB sessions for volunteers should register for and attend the “Hosting” session\, also. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/vpb-for-dvc-leads-planning-vpb-sessions/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Virtual Phone Bank (VPB) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhoneBank2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260327T052300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T181320Z UID:10008243-1775500200-1775504700@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:[POSTPONED] How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for How to Organize and Lead a Canvass Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nUsing tools like the Canvass Organizers’ Checklist and Pre-GOTV Dashboard for the planning\, launch\, and follow-up of your canvass\nPreparing and using canvass literature\, maps\, and list numbers\nHow to select turfs\, and plan for apartment buildings and other features of the turf(s)\nHow to invite volunteers to help you prepare and join your canvass\nCoaching tips to use with new canvassers during the canvass\nMaking it fun 🙂\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. \nThis event has been temporarily postponed. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/how-to-organize-and-lead-a-canvass-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260323T033958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T040403Z UID:10008154-1775154600-1775159100@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Technology Overview & Level 1 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for Technology Overview & Level 1 Training during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nBasics of using Google accounts and drives\nHow to contact & stay in touch with your volunteers and potential voters:\nDiscord for WCDP communications\nHow to post meetings and other events on Wake Dems Events Calendar\nHow to schedule a virtual meeting.\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/technology-overview-level-1-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Tech 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260321T042028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T201043Z UID:10008151-1774897200-1774900800@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Wake Dems 101 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Wake Dems\nCurious about who we are and how you can help make a difference in Wake County? Wake Dems 101 is one of the best ways to get to know your local Democratic Party! \nWhat You’ll Learn\nWho we are → Meet your local Democratic elected officials\, Party leaders\, and neighbors\nWhat we do → Learn how we organize\, support candidates\, and fight for our values year-round\nHow you can get involved → Discover volunteer roles that match your schedule\, skills\, and interests \nWhy It Matters\nAt Wake Dems\, we take a data-driven approach to organizing. We partner with voting analytics experts to score every voter on how likely they are to 1) vote and 2) vote for Democrats if they vote. \nWe then focus most of our efforts engaging with high support\, low turnout voters — folks who agree with us but don’t always make it to the polls. Our data shows we can triple turnout amongst voters we have a conversation with! \nWe hope to see you there!\nWe’re excited to connect with you and share more about who we are\, what we do\, and how you can get involved to make a difference!\n \nThanks again for fueling victories for candidates who share our values across every municipality in Wake County 🙏🏽 \nSign up below: \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.\nWake Dems 101\nEvent Dates & Times(Required)\n \n \n Mon\, May 18th\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n \n \n \n Mon\, June 1st\, 7:00pm - 8:00pm\n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Contact Information(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n ZIP Code(Required) \n \n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Phone(Required) URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/wake-dems-101-virtual/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Social Event,Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260323T195219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T195458Z UID:10008156-1774895400-1774899900@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Canvassing with MiniVAN for Pre-GOTV Training DESCRIPTION:Canvassing with MiniVAN\, New for Pre-GOTV for Midterm Elections! \n\nBest practices: Canvassing Dos\, Don’ts and “What ifs”?\nStrategy & monthly themes for Pre-GOTV (April – September\, 2026)\nNew scripts & canvass literature\nHow to use the MiniVAN app for canvassing\nSilent canvassing\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/canvassing-with-minivan-for-pre-gotv-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Canvass with MiniVAN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260313T041048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T041048Z UID:10008077-1774463400-1774467900@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Direct Voter Contact Lead 101 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for our WCDP training & information sharing session: “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101 Training“. There are exciting developments for this year’s DVC Lead program including refining the DVC Lead’s role and strategies to go strong into pre-GOTV and GOTV for the Midterm elections! Topics and discussion will include: \n\nWCDP’s 2026 overall priorities\nRole & importance of direct voter contact (DVC) and of the DVC Lead\nWhat’s new in 2026 for the DVC Lead’s role (specialization option)\nConnecting with and motivating your precinct’s volunteers\nTools & other resources to support DVC Leads.\n\nDVC Leads\, Precinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. Sign up below! URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/direct-voter-contact-lead-101-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event DVC Lead ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260307T190234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T022402Z UID:10008066-1774290600-1774295100@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Precinct Officer 101 & Refresher Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Precinct Officer 101 & Refresher Training” during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nOur WCDP RoadMap\, including what’s new\, & priorities for 2026\nPrecinct Officer roles\, responsibilities\, resources\, & teamwork\nBuilding & using your precinct plan\nEngaging & motivating volunteers.\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. \nSign-ups for this event have been closed. \n  URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/precinct-officer-101-refresher-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Precinct Officer 101 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260313T040900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T171713Z UID:10008076-1773685800-1773690300@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Direct Voter Contact Lead 101 Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for our WCDP training & information sharing session: “Direct Voter Contact Lead 101 Training“. There are exciting developments for this year’s DVC Lead program including refining the DVC Lead’s role and strategies to go strong into pre-GOTV and GOTV for the Midterm elections! Topics and discussion will include: \n\nWCDP’s 2026 overall priorities\nRole & importance of direct voter contact (DVC) and of the DVC Lead\nWhat’s new in 2026 for the DVC Lead’s role (specialization option)\nConnecting with and motivating your precinct’s volunteers\nTools & other resources to support DVC Leads.\n\nDVC Leads\, Precinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. \nSign-ups for this event have been closed. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/direct-voter-contact-lead-101-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event DVC Lead ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260307T174938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T171555Z UID:10008064-1773253800-1773258300@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Precinct Officer 101 & Refresher Training DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Precinct Officer 101 & Refresher Training” during which we will share information to support your success as a precinct leader. Topics and discussion will include: \n\nOur WCDP RoadMap\, including what’s new\, & priorities for 2026\nPrecinct Officer roles\, responsibilities\, resources\, & teamwork\nBuilding & using your precinct plan\nEngaging & motivating volunteers.\n\nPrecinct Officers\, Area Coordinators\, and Regional Vice Chairs are encouraged and welcome to attend. \nSign-ups for this event have been closed. URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/precinct-officer-101-refresher-training/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event,Training Event Precinct Officer 101 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Training Team":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260123T220643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T180450Z UID:10007920-1772389800-1772394300@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Site Captains for Election Day Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections DESCRIPTION:Are you a new or returning Site Captain for Election Day voting in the upcoming elections? Election Day is just around the corner (March 3rd). Join us to review the new Site Captains’ checklist; review the Site Captain’s role\, responsibilities\, and the support available specifically for the primaries and Raleigh municipal; and share your questions\, best practices\, and tips. \nThis session’s information is uniquely tailored for Election Day Site Captains in the 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections. \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below)  \nRSVP by registering below \nFor more information\, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org \n  URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/poll-greeters-training-2026-primary-raleigh-municipal-elections-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260212T192853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192853Z UID:10008022-1771612200-1771616700@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Site Captains for Election Day Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary Elections DESCRIPTION:Site Captains for Election Day Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary Elections \nAre you a new or returning Site Captain for Election Day voting in the upcoming elections? Election Day is just around the corner (March 3rd). Join us to review the new Site Captains’ checklist; review the Site Captain’s role\, responsibilities\, and the support available specifically for the primaries and Raleigh municipal; and share your questions\, best practices\, and tips. \nThis session’s information is uniquely tailored for Election Day Site Captains in the 2026 Primary Elections. \nWhen: Friday\, February 20th\, 6:30 – 7:45 PM \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below) \nRSVP by registering below \nFor more information\, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/site-captains-for-election-day-poll-greeting-2026-primary-elections/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260130T181132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T181132Z UID:10008000-1770921000-1770925500@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Resolution Writing Training DESCRIPTION:Resolution Writing: Resolutions are not required during the precinct annual meeting (PAM) process\, however\, for WCDP volunteers that would like to develop and submit resolutions during their upcoming PAM\, this training/info session will provide a guide to the purpose of resolutions\, requirements for an acceptable resolution\, parameters for their submission\, and examples of sound resolutions.  \nWhen: Thursday\, February 12\, 6:30 – 7:45 PM.  \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below)  \nRSVP by registering below \nFor questions\, email: Secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/resolution-writing-training/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260123T221651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T221710Z UID:10007931-1770748200-1770752700@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:What to Expect at Precinct Annual Meetings\, 2026 DESCRIPTION:What to Expect at Precinct Annual Meetings\, 2026 \nIf you are new to the WCDP Precinct Annual Meeting (PAM) process\, or would like a refresher\, join us for this session during which we will: \n\nshare a preview of the overall agenda and meeting process;\ndiscuss exciting plans and tools for organizing our precincts in this important election year;\ndemonstrated how to use this year’s electronic PAM packet; and\nanswer your questions.\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 10th\, 6:30 – 7:45 PM \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below)  \nRSVP by registering below URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/what-to-expect-at-precinct-annual-meetings-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260123T220132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T220132Z UID:10007919-1770661800-1770666300@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Poll Greeters Training: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections DESCRIPTION:Are you a new or returning Poll Greeter for the upcoming elections? Early Voting and Election Day are just around the corner.  Join us to review the role\, responsibilities\, key tasks\, best practices\, and support available for poll greeters – all specifically for the upcoming primaries across Wake County and Raleigh municipal elections.    \nWhen: Monday\, February 9th\, 6:30 – 7:45 PM \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below)  \nRSVP by registering below \nFor more information\, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/poll-greeters-training-2026-primary-raleigh-municipal-elections/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TrainingEvent3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20260123T215323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T215419Z UID:10007918-1770057000-1770061500@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Site Captains for Early Voting Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections DESCRIPTION:Site Captains for Early Voting Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections \nAre you a new or returning Site Captain for Early Voting in the upcoming elections? Early voting starts on February 12th.  Join us to review the new Site Captains’ checklist; review the Site Captain’s role\, responsibilities\, and the support available specifically for the primaries and Raleigh municipal; and share your questions\, best practices\, and tips.   \nThis session’s information is uniquely tailored for Early Voting Site Captains in the 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections. Participants are restricted to Site Captains for Early Voting only.  \nWhen: Monday\, February 2nd\, 6:30 – 7:45 PM \nWhere: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP\, below)  \nRSVP by registering below \nFor more information\, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/site-captains-for-early-voting-poll-greeting-2026-primary-raleigh-municipal-elections/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TrainingEvent1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Second Vice Chair":MAILTO:secondvc@wakedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T153000 DTSTAMP:20260429T093051 CREATED:20250917T012228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T101701Z UID:10007228-1762092000-1762097400@www.wakedems.org SUMMARY:Virtual Phone Bank with Wake Dems! (Includes Optional Training) DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Wake County Democratic Party volunteers to make phone calls to other Democrat and left-leaning voters! We’ll be calling to Get Out The Vote (GOTV) for Wake County’s municipal elections on November 4 and to recruit new volunteers both for this year and for the critical midterm elections of 2026! \n  \nNew to virtual phone-banking? Great! (Experienced phone bankers — we’d love to see you\, also!) We’ll provide all the training you need on our calling platform and the call script (about 30 minutes)\, then make calls to voters (30-45 minutes)\, then have a quick debrief to answer questions and talk about next steps (10-15 minutes). And our VPB trainers will be there the entire time to provide support and answer questions as needed. \n  \nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://www.wakedems.org/wcdp-event/virtual-phone-bank-with-wake-dems-25/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Phone Bank,Training Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wakedems.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhoneBank1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vpb@wakedems.org":MAILTO:vpb@wakedems.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR