May 3-5: FCDC will represent at 3 community events
** RSVP - Blue Fairfax Dinner Tickets! [[link removed]]
** RSVP - Individual & Table Sponsorships! [[link removed]]
Chair's Report:
This month, I am especially proud of the work of our elected representatives in all levels of government to advance our Democratic values in ongoing budget talks. The proposed county budget invests in new positions in affordable housing, for our community services board, and relating to our Diversion First programs. Our legislators in Richmond are fighting the good fight against Governor Youngkin's refusal of important spending on public schools, paid family and medical leave, and lowering medicine costs. And, this past weekend, our congressional delegation voted to send much-needed aid to Ukraine.
FCDC is carefully planning our operations for this coming election, and our hardworking members and volunteers are expanding our presence here in Fairfax at festivals, farmers markets, and community events around the county. We are prepared to provide vital volunteer support to re-elect Tim Kaine and defend our Democratic congressional seats here in Fairfax County, the turnout-engine of the Commonwealth. The Biden-Harris campaign has likewise signaled their strong interest in keeping Virginia BLUE this November with the announcement of campaign veterans Jake Rubenstein as statewide campaign manager and Ethan Damon as Northern Virginia political director. Together with the expanding Biden-Harris campaign operation and our dedicated leaders, organizers, and volunteers in the Fairfax Democrats, we are strongly-positioned to do our part to take back the House, hold the Senate, and re-elect President Biden and Vice President Harris in 2024!
Voter Registration at Mason District Earth Day: The Voter Registration & Education Committee will have a table at the ACCA Child Development Center [[link removed]] in Annandale this Saturday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. I'm sure they would love some help.
FCDC FEATURED EVENTS
** Sully District Ornery Brewery Social & Auction
Saturday, April 27 from 12:00 to 2:30 PM
Ornery Brewery, Fairfax [[link removed]]
Join your local Democrats at a fun afternoon of delicious food and drink. Bid on a variety of Democratic-worthy Auction items. Ornery brews their own delicious beers and also serves wine, cocktails and amazing food! Menus will be available for everyone who would like to enjoy Ornery's culinary and brewing expertise.
All food and drink are self-pay. The event is free, but contributions are always appreciated!
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Zoom in on the Issues: Abortion Access
Tuesday, April 30 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Zoom
Our inaugural “Zoom in on the Issues” will focus on abortion access, and feature guest speakers Tarina Keen, Executive Director of REPRO Rising, and Han Jones, Political Director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia.
“Zoom in on the Issues” is a bi-monthly virtual event with guest speakers who will help us deep dive into topics that are important to our community and/or the election this November.
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Three Community Events - May 3-5
FCDC's Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Caucus and Diversity & Outreach Committee will be doing important community outreach the weekend of May 3 through 5. Please volunteer to help staff our tables or just stop by to say annyeong or hola .
** 2024 Korean KORUS Festival
Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 6
K Market International [[link removed]] (Annandale)
More Information [[link removed]]
** Culmore Cultural Day
Saturday, May 4
Woodrow Wilson Library [[link removed]] (Falls Church)
More Information [[link removed]]
** Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Sunday, May 5
Mason District Government Center [[link removed]]
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** 43rd Annual Braddock Democrats Derby Day
Saturday, May 4 from 4:30 to 7:30 PM
Kilroy's Restaurant & Sports Bar [[link removed]]
Join the Braddock Democrats for their annual Derby Day celebration. This family friendly fundraiser will allow us to support our slate of candidates in this Presidential Election year. Come mingle with elected officials, candidates, and your Democratic neighbors while enjoying fine food, watching the Kentucky Derby, and supporting our efforts to keep Fairfax and Virginia blue.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Springfield Dems 23rd Annual Blue BBQ
Sunday, May 19 from 5:00 to 7:30 PM
Red Dog Run Farm (Address provided upon RSVP)
Join your friendly Springfield Democrats at our annual fundraiser, the Blue BBQ! This annual picnic, held at the farm of one of our Members, includes all you can eat BBQ, sides, dessert and drinks. This family friendly event will have music and games and is a great time for all!
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
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** Blue Fairfax Dinner
Sunday, June 2
* 5:30 PM - VIP Reception for Individual & Table Sponsors [[link removed]]
* 6:00 to 7:00 PM - View & Bid on Silent Auction (Online bidding goes live on Friday, May 30)
* 6:00 PM - General Reception [[link removed]]
* 7:00 PM - Dinner served
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner [[link removed]]
* VIP Reception: Join Democratic officials and leaders, as well as our special guests, for a pre-event reception.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
To be Announced
General Admission price increases after May 19.
* RSVP Now! [[link removed]]
* Be a B.F.D. Sponsor/VIP!* [[link removed]]
* Printable Registration Form [[link removed]]
* Advertise in B.F.D. Program! (May 17 deadline) [[link removed]]
* Donate to Silent Auction (May 24 deadline) [[link removed]]
UPCOMING EVENTS
** Fundraising Reception for Dan Helmer *
Thursday, April 25 @ 6:00 PM
Home of Nadja Golding (Address provided upon RSVP)
Please join Maggie Godbold and Nadja Golding for an evening fundraising reception in support of Dan Helmer‘ s campaign to represent Virginia’s 10th District in the United States Congress.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Friday Power Lunch – Voter Registration 🗳 ✍🏽 Tools ~ Tactics ~ Engagement
Friday, April 26 @ 12:00 PM
Zoom
This month’s national edition of the Friday Power Lunch will focus on different angles to register voters. Discussion will include finding the elusive unregistered voters, registering high school seniors, the importance of following up with newly registered voters, and using a new app that engages with people to vote.
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Team Connolly Yard Sign Distribution! *
Sunday, April 28 @ 10:00 AM
Connolly Campaign Office (Suite C2) [[link removed]]
Come join us for the kick-off of Connolly for Congress yard sign distribution in the 2024 election cycle!
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Sen. Scott Surovell’s Annual Cinco De Surovell with Special Guest Congressman Gerry Connolly!
Sunday, April 28 @ 12:00 PM
Fort Hunt Park, Pavilion A [[link removed]]
Join Sen. Scott Surovell for his Annual Cinco De Surovell with Special Guest Congressman Gerry Connolly ! **
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Dulles Area Democrats (DAD) April Breakfast – Meet our Moment’s & Jay Jones *
Monday, April 29 @ 7:30 AM
Jimmy's Old Town Tavern [[link removed]]
Join DAD to welcome special guest speaker Meet Our Moment [[link removed]] ’s Jay Jones , an attorney, Norfolk native, and former member of the VA House Delegates (2017-2020). He will discuss this year’s critical federal races, taking back the democratic trifecta in 2025 and laying the groundwork for the next generation of political leaders in the Commonwealth.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Town Hall with Sen. Dave Marsden & Del. Vivian Watts
Tuesday, April 30 @ 6:00 PM
Senator Dave Marsden and Delegate Vivian Watts will provide a legislative report from Richmond and answer questions.
** Andres Jimenez’s Jockeys and Juleps Fundraiser
Saturday, May 4 @ 2:00 PM
Address provided upon RSVP
Join Andres Jimenez for his first annual Jockeys and Juleps fundraiser. Congressman Gerry Connolly ** will be judging the first annual hat competition. The most creative hat will receive a prize at the end of the event!
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
* FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns. Any Democratic candidate or candidate's committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar [[link removed]] .
** Congressman Gerry Connolly is attending this event as a special guest and is not soliciting donations on his behalf or on behalf of any other candidate.
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