AYD in Action: E-Board Elections, Ranked Choice Voting & Halloween Fun!
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Dear ,
Fall has officially arrived in Arlington, and so has a full slate of AYD events! Whether you’re interested in shaping the future of our organization, learning how ranked choice voting works, or celebrating spooky season with fellow Dems, there’s something for everyone this month.
Don’t forget — the deadline to file your interest to run for our 2026 Executive Board is Sunday, October 19!
Best,
Jessie Ojeda, Recruitment Director
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GET INVOLVED: UPCOMING AYD EVENTS
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Meet the E-Board Social
📅 Tuesday, October 14 | 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Fire Works Pizza, Clarendon
Thinking about getting more involved with AYD? Join us for a relaxed evening with the current Executive Board — no formal presentation, just good conversation, helpful insights, and plenty of pizza. It’s a great chance to ask questions, learn about different board roles, and find out how you can run in our 2026 E-Board Election this November.
👉 [RSVP here]
👉 [Candidate form due October 19!]
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CNN Town Hall: Shutdown America with Bernie Sanders & Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
📅 Wednesday, October 15 | 9:00 PM ET
📍 Washington, D.C.
AYD members are invited to submit questions for CNN’s upcoming town hall, Shutdown America, featuring Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, moderated by Kaitlan Collins. The event will take place live in Washington, D.C., as the government shutdown enters its second week.
Interested in attending or submitting a question? Fill out the short form below to be considered for the audience.
👉 Submit your information here to be considered.
Please note: submitting the form does not guarantee a seat. Space is limited, and selected participants will be notified by email with further details.
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Ranked Choice Voting 101
w/ UpVote VA
📅 Monday, October 27 | 6–7:30 PM
📍 Lubber Run Community Center (Oak Room)
Curious about how ranked choice voting (RCV) works in Arlington? Join AYD and UpVote Virginia’s Liz White for a fun, interactive session on the basics of RCV—and stay to participate in our very own “Cookie Caucus” to rank your favorite desserts.
👉 [RSVP here]
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AYD Halloween Social 🎃
📅 Thursday, October 30 | 7–9 PM
📍 Freddie’s Beach Bar (Crystal City)
Spooky season is in full swing! Join us at Freddie’s Beach Bar for a night of Halloween fun with your favorite Arlington Dems. Costumes encouraged (but not required). Karaoke starts at 9 PM if you're so inclined!
👉 [RSVP here]
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CANVASSING & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Ready to get involved?
AYD has plenty of opportunities this fall—from canvassing and
phonebanking to helping with community events. Let us know how you’d
like to plug in by filling out our volunteer interest form here.
Don’t forget to log your hours after using our campaign activity tracker to help AYD win the Virginia Young Dems campaign competition!
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General Election Early Voting Poll Greeting
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Help greet voters and distribute information at early voting sites across Arlington! Choose the location most convenient for you:
👉 Courthouse Metro
👉 Madison Community Center
👉 Walter Reed Community Center
Voter Registration Events
Multiple dates and locations available
Help register new voters and share information about the upcoming Virginia gubernatorial and legislative races!
👉 Clarendon Metro — Wed, Oct 15 | 4:00–7:00 PM
👉 Columbia Pike Farmers Market — Sundays, 9:00 AM –1:00 PM
👉 Met Park Farmers Market — Saturdays, 9:00 AM –1:00 PM
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Arlington Young Dems
1235 S Clark St
Suite 207
Arlington VA 22202
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