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Dear John,
Who is the Mayor of Arlington? If you're wondering the answer to this question, join us TONIGHT, July 23rd for a conversation about the Arlington County government! A surprise preview: We don't even have a mayor!
Local politics can be confusing and often is left behind when we discuss so many issues of national importance, but ultimately real change in our communities can start right here in our County. We'll be joined by elected officials from Arlington to talk about how the government works, how you can get involved, and why it matters that we continue to elect Democrats at all levels of government.
The meeting will be Tuesday, July 23rd at 7 pm in the Central Library auditorium, a short walk from the Ballston or Virginia Square metro stations. Free parking is also available.
Check out the Facebook event and RSVP here! |
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The Arlington Young Democrats, in partnership with Equality Virginia, call on members and allies to volunteer for this important Equality Means Business campaign during Pride Month, which seeks to find local businesses willing to pledge that they will not discriminate against their employees or customers who are members of the LGBTQ community!
Our Arlington community is one of the bluest in the Commonwealth, and it’s time we start living our values through our businesses. But we need help getting the word out!
Volunteer to help AYD contact local businesses in Arlington (in person or by phone) to tell them about this important campaign and help them join! We will provide all volunteers with a sample script to get you started. Sign-up here!
Contact [email protected] with any questions!
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Volunteer at the Arlington County Fair!
You can help turn Virginia BLUE while having fun doing a shift (or two) at the Arlington County Fair! Come out and volunteer at the jointly sponsored Arlington Democrats and Arlington Young Democrats booth where you'll hang out with fellow Dems, register voters, and tell them about the 2019 election cycle!!
But wait! There's more! You can also enjoy the rides, contests, and tasty treats that make the County Fair so much fun each year! Volunteers are needed August 15 - August 18 to help with setting up, staffing, and packing away the booth. Shifts last around 2 hours, with 4-5 people needed per shift. Sign up today!
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On Saturday, October 26th, AYD is participating in the Walk & 5K to End HIV! Registration fees are 50% off with the promo code AYD19, so JOIN US or DONATE to our team today! Your donations go to Whitman-Walker Health, which is an HIV education, prevention, and primary care nonprofit. Funds go to providing free STD testing including HIV testing & counseling, behavioral health services, legal services, trans-affirming healthcare, PrEP (HIV preventive medication), primary & dental healthcare, etc.
Registration fees (50% OFF with promo code AYD19):
- Runner: $17.50 (discounted from $35)
- Walker: $12.50 (discounted from $25)
- Sleepwalker: $20.00 (discounted from $40) – if you can’t make it but still want to support the team (your t-shirt will be mailed to you after the event!)
- Student/Senior Walker: $7.50 (discounted from $15)
Early Packet/T-Shirt Pick-Up (Friday, October 25th):
- 11:30 AM – 7 PM
- Location: Pacers (1821 14th Street, NW Washington DC 20009)
Event Details (Saturday, October 26th):
- 7:30 AM: Same-day registration and same-day packet/t-shirt pickup
- 8:15 AM: An uplifting program of music, speakers, and warm-up exercises
- 9:15 AM: 5K begins
- 9:20 AM: Walk begins
- 10:00 AM: Post event celebration
- Location: The Walk & 5K to End HIV will begin and end at Freedom Plaza (Pennsylvania Avenue and 13th Street, NW). The closest Metro stations are Federal Triangle (Blue/Orange lines) and Metro Center (Blue/Orange/Red lines).
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Want to help elect Democrats in less than an hour a month? We're recruiting Arlingtonians who live in apartment and condo complexes to serve as building ambassadors. You'll arrange voter registration events, remind your neighbors about upcoming elections and welcome candidates to visit.
Being a building ambassador is easy and fun! Many of our ambassadors find it a great way to meet their neighbors. Arlington Democrats will provide you with all the help that you need.
Sign up here today!
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If you're interested in learning about more Democratic events in Arlington, visit arlingtondemocrats.org/calendar
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If you are not already a dues-paying member of the Arlington Young Democrats, we encourage you to join here. Dues are $25 for the year. As a member, you will receive exclusive benefits such as the ability to vote in AYD elections, access to VAYDConnect and other state resources, and discounts at Arlington Democratic fundraisers.
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