Wake County Democratic Party

Executive Council Planning Meeting
2025-02-24 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-09 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual (Zoom or Google Meet), NC, United States
Bi-monthly planning meetings for the WCDP Executive Council. Open to registered Democrats living in Wake County. If you are interested in attending this meeting, please contact chair@wakedems.org for the meeting link.

Downtown North (Raleigh) Area Social
2025-02-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join Democrats of Downtown North (Raleigh)* to connect with like-minded neighbors for meaningful conversation and connection.
Share your ideas, support one another and our community, hear from elected officials able to join us and learn how you can take action.
Please RSVP so we know how many to expect.
*Downtown North Area precincts are 01-03, 01-04, 01-05, 01-06, 01-07, 01-07a, 01-09, 01-10, 01-12, 01-13, and 01-14, but all are welcome!

Northeast Wake Dems February Social
2025-02-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Come join us for our February Social!
Due to snow and ice, this event has been moved from Wednesday 2/19 to Tuesday 2/25.
We will gather on Tuesday, February 25th from 6:30pm – 8pm. We will be talking about our plans to organize precincts, and plans for 2025. Most importantly, we will spend time socializing with like-minded people to help us cope with the difficulties in our current political reality.
Registration is required for this event. Location will be provided upon confirmation.

Resolutions Info and Training Session
2025-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual (Zoom or Google Meet), NC, United States
This is an informational and training session focusing on the resolution process and writing best practices. Attendees will receive an overview the the purpose of resolutions, the resolution lifecycle, formatting and other requirements, and tips on writing a solid resolution. This training is part of the 2025 Precinct Annual Meeting and County Convention info and training set. Chair Kevyn Creech hosts.

Meetings 101 - Virtual Training Session
2025-02-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-03-09 19:00 - 20:30 | online virtual meeting
Join us for Meetings 101, a virtual training session designed to help you lead and/or participate in meetings with structure and professionalism.
Meetings 101 covers:
• Best Practices to develop an agenda, plan, run, and follow-up on meetings; and
• Meeting process including Robert’s Rules of Order and Robert’s Rules Light.
• The session will include Q&A, practice, and discussion.
This training is especially for WCDP volunteers who are leading or participating in Precinct Annual Meetings (PAMs) and/or other types of WCDP meetings. The content is relevant for anyone either looking to gain new skills and knowledge, or those who would like to build on the skills, knowledge and experience they already have.
Meetings 101 is offered:
• Tuesday, February 25, 7:00 PM
• Monday, March 3, 7:00 PM
• Sunday, March 9, 7:00 PM
A virtual meeting link will be shared with registered attendees.

Capital Forest Issues and Actions Social
2025-02-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Hosted by the Capital Forest Area Democrats*, you are invited to join our upcoming Issues & Actions Social with Democrats of Capital Forest Area. A recurring casual gathering, we’ll connect with like-minded neighbors over shared values and have meaningful conversations about the issues that matter most to us as Democrats. This will be a monthly social, taking place the 4th Wednesday of the month, January through at least October of this year. This is a continuation of the socials we’ve hosted in the past which have had great turnout and were attended by many Democratic Party leaders, elected officials, and candidates.
This is a chance to stay informed, share perspectives, and make our voices heard in a welcoming atmosphere. Each month we’ll have action opportunities. These activities will include, but not limited to, writing and sending postcards to voters, canvassing and/or literature drops, phone banking, and other activities. Maybe you have an idea for the group!
Please RSVP here so that we know how many to expect, can set up enough tables, and bring enough materials to go around. We will sit outside as much weather permits.
*Capital Forest Area precincts are 01-42, 01-44, 01-46, 01-47, 13-01, 13-05, 13-07, 13-08, 19-16, 19-17, but all are welcome!

Time to Organize
2025-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
In the midst of all that is going on we must remember this year it’s time for local elections. We will need these offices more than ever. Join us as we welcome WCDP Chair Kevyn Creech along with our county 1st Vice Chair Nick Long for Precinct meeting education along with information on how to write and offer resolutions. We will, and must, focus on organizing for the races to come.

Phone Bank with Wake Dems!
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual (Zoom or Google Meet), NC, United States
Join WCDP for a Virtual Phone Bank Thursday at 6pm!
We’ll start together on Zoom for a quick training before we split out into breakout rooms to make calls together. After making our calls, we’ll reconvene to debrief as a group.
We’ll be calling other Democrats to invite them to get involved in 2025! No prior experience needed — just sign up and show up!

Virtual Training: Precinct Annual Meeting Primer
2025-02-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-03-08 11:00 - 12:30
Good news! WCDP Precinct Annual Meetings (PAMs) are just around the corner!
Join us for this “PAM Primer” so that you know what to expect to plan and conduct your precinct’s annual meeting — and to help ensure your PAM is efficient, productive, and inspiring!
This training will cover the purpose and key outputs of PAMs, election of precinct officers and delegates for the next two years, and roles and resources (including the Digital Packet) to make the process run smoothly.
Whether this will be your first PAM or if you have attended before, this is the training for you as we have important updates to share.
Signup for one of the sessions below, and spread the word:
• Monday, February 10, 6:30 PM
• Sunday, February 16, 3:00 PM
• Monday, February 17, 7:00 PM
• Thursday, February 27, 7:00 PM
• Saturday, March 8, 11:00 AM
Note: We anticipate that the instructional & Q&A portion of the meeting will last approximately 60 minutes, however, we have listed an additional 20 or so minutes of optional time in order to have trainers remain to discuss any additional questions from participants.

Building on the Legacy & Power of Black Resistance
2025-02-28 18:30 - 20:30
Join Dr. Kimberly Hardy, Second Vice-Chair of the NCDP, a host of Black leaders from across the State for a vibrant conversation on how the Black community can reclaim our history of resistance and organize to empower our communities for social and political change.
Register here: https://mobilize.us/s/SEP0VS/n

Apex Dems Saturday Morning Wake Up Call
2025-03-01 09:30 - 11:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join Apex Dems for coffee on the first Saturday every month to find out what’s happening in the district, talk about issues, meet candidates, and more.
This is a primarily a casual social gathering, but we’ll sometimes have topics and specific information to share as well. We hope you’ll come out and engage with your local Dem community–we can’t wait to see you!
For more information, contact: Jen Job, Apex Vice Chair at apexvc@wakedems.org

Central Cary Info Session/Social/Dorcas Service Event
2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Registered Democrats in Central Cary are welcomed to this social in a local Cary coffee shop—enjoy our hosted breakfast sweets. Learn about what our Wake County Democratic Party does. Learn all about your precinct’s vital role and upcoming elections for precinct Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary, all volunteer offices which you can run for and certainly vote for! It’s important that we stay united and maintain our grassroots organization! Finally, we’ll help the Dorcas Food Pantry by providing birthday party boxes to families who have a young child with an upcoming birthday. (Optionally donate an item such as birthday candles or party favors.) More information from the organizer when you register.

Apex Adopt A Highway Cleanup
2025-03-01 13:00 - 16:00
Apex Dems have adopted the 1.56-mile stretch of South Salem Street between Salem Creek Drive and 540. We hope you can join us for a fun afternoon of community service!
We will meet at 1:00 pm to review safety info and distribute vests, gloves, and bags. Parking is limited. Carpool if you can. Due to DOT safety regulations, this event is ages 12 and up. Participants 12-18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and sign a waiver.

Meeting location will be emailed the day before event.

Safety regulations may be reviewed ahead of time at
English: https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/environmental/adoptahighway/Documents/safety-rules-english.pdf
Spanish: https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/environmental/adoptahighway/Documents/safety-rules-spanish.pdf

Precinct 07-04 Volunteer Gathering
2025-03-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Location will be sent to those who register, a few days before the event., Please register to receive the exact location, Raleigh
Calling all volunteers in North Raleigh’s 07-04 – it’s time to regroup and we need your ideas to help to plan activities for the new year! Let’s meet up and find ways to engage volunteers in supporting our Democratic institutions and elected officials, and give back to our community. Stop by for a visit, at this open house style meeting, and let’s catch up!

Precinct 101 Training
2025-03-02 19:00 - 20:00
As we approach Precinct Annual Meeting, take a deeper dive into what exactly a precinct is, what the job of various precinct officers entails, and our goals for precincts in 2025.
Virtual meeting link will be shared with registered attendees.

Precinct Meeting 08-08: 2025 Kickoff!
2025-03-02 19:00 - 21:00 | 12732 Amoretto Way, Raleigh 27613, 12732 Amoretto Way, Raleigh, 27613
What: Kickoff meeting for 2025 for Precinct 08-08!
When: Sunday, March 2, 7pm
Where: 12732 Amoretto Way, Raleigh 27613 (humble abode of the precinct chair)
Why: To meet, greet, and defy defeat! The agenda is still in flux, but we will certainly cover the upcoming annual meeting (March 15-16), and what we can do to mobilize, to organize, and to.. never, ever comply.
Who: Any registered Dem in 08-08! (Not sure if you’re in our precinct? Please check the maps on the WCDP site.)

It will be all-hands-on-deck to organize, coordinate, and yes, help to safeguard the republic. If you care, please attend.

Precinct 01-14 Happy Hour
2025-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Tap Yard Raleigh, 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Meet like-minded people from our precinct in a low-key and welcoming setting. If you’re thinking about getting involved, want to learn more about our precinct and area, or just want conversation and connection, please stop by!
When: Tuesday, March 4th @ 5pm
Where: Tap Yard Raleigh

Stand Up for Science
2025-03-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Halifax Mall, 300 N Salisbury St, Raleigh, 27603, United States
Stand up for science with us on March 7th, 2025, because science is for everyone! More info at www.standupforscience2025.org
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stand-up-for-science-2025-raleigh-nc-tickets-1260230696939

Canvass with Wake Dems!
2025-03-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join Wake Dems for a Get Out The Organization Canvass!
We will be knocking on doors to invite fellow Democrats to get involved with their precinct in 2025.
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 8th
🕒 Time: 12:00pm
📍 Location: East Raleigh: Location will be sent out in a follow up email.
Schedule:
12:00pm: Arrival, partnering up & lit distribution
12:15pm: launch!
We’ll provide training, snacks/drinks, and literature, and if it’s your first time, we’ll pair you up with an experienced canvasser! All you have to do is sign up and show up.

Midtown and Umstead Raleigh Volunteer Friends Event
2025-03-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Precinct volunteers from Umstead Raleigh’s 11-01 and 11-02 are inviting you to get involved and learn more about how to support and elect Democratic officials who share our values! Sign up here today and stop by the event for more information. Opportunities abound, and your help is needed right now.

Falls River Area Dems Wine and Politics Monthly Social
2025-03-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join us for social time with fellow Wake County Democrats, meeting candidates, and understanding the issues! This is a tough time to watch but we are definitely stronger together. Onward.

Holly Springs Democracy on Tap
2025-03-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Come join your fellow Holly Springs Dems for a monthly social event.

Ro Khanna Virtual Town Hall
2025-03-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Virtual (Zoom or Google Meet), NC, United States
Click here to join the Virtual Town Hall via Zoom!

Young Democrats of Wake County Monthly Meeting
2025-03-11 18:30 - 20:00 | NCDP Headquarters – Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Welcome to the Young Democrats of Wake County. We are the voice of Democratic and left-leaning folks in Wake County between the ages of sixteen (16) and thirty-five (35). We host monthly chapter meetings, socials, organize political activities, and support Democratic candidates from School Board to the White House! We’re looking forward to building power with you!
We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the NCDP HQ Goodwin House. Our chapter meetings are hybrid, so if you’re unable to attend in person, you’re welcome to join us via Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email youngdemswake@gmail.com.

So, You Might Want to be a Precinct Officer
2025-03-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
As we approach the Precinct Annual Meetings, we always have interested precinct residents who aren’t sure if being a precinct officer is for them. Come to a Roundtable discussion among several experienced precinct officers who can give you a perspective on what it is like to serve your community in this way.
