John --



Tomorrow, we celebrate Presidents' Day, honoring the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Both leaders warned of the dangers of partisanship and the need to work together to find solutions for our communities and our country. Check out the events below for opportunities with the Forward Party and others to heal the divide and bring our house together again. 



Best,



-- The Forward Party Team







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FORWARD COLORADO – February 19, 2023 (Sunday) @ 9:00 am MT



Come hang out with fellow Forwardists at Javastop Cafe! Bring your enthusiasm and questions to this informal event, where we'll discuss the Forward movement (what it is, timelines, obstacles, etc.) and build connections with one another. We'll gather at Javastop in Longmont. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD ARIZONA – February 19, 2023 (Sunday) @ 10:00 am MT



Come join the AZ FWD Book Club while we discuss The Empathy Gap by J.D. Trout on Zoom! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD SOUTH CAROLINA– February 19, 2023 (Sunday) @ 2:00 pm ET



Join us in Rock Hill to canvass! We will meet in the parking lot at Denny's/Flying J Travel Center and carpool to nearby neighborhoods to collect signatures on our Ballot Access petitions. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD TEXAS – February 19, 2023 (Sunday) @ 2:00 pm CT



Join Collin County Forward Party Chair Barbara Wilson for an information and discussion session on the state of our politics, the problems with the current two-party system, and why she believes the Forward Party provides the best path to breaking the hyper-partisanship gridlocking at every level of government and to restoring accountability to our elected representatives.  RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PENNSYLVANIA – February 20, 2023 (Monday) @ 11:30 am ET



Have questions? Unable to make regular meetings? Want to get involved with a committee? Have suggestions? Need a place to vent about what is going on in the world? Drop in and let us hear from you. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD NEBRASKA – February 20, 2023 (Monday) @ 6:00 pm CT



Join the Nebraska Forward Party for its monthly meeting! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD OHIO – February 20, 2023 (Monday) @ 8:00 pm ET



We'll be in Athens with two members of Rank The Vote Ohio to discuss RCV in general and their efforts to bring awareness to RVC in our state. Come out, grab a drink and join us! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PENNSYLVANIA – February 20, 2023 (Monday) @ 8:00 pm ET



Join us for our statewide monthly call! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD FLORIDA – February 21, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 7:30 pm ET



Join our Volunteer Call to discuss the current goals of our organization, how you can spread the word, and what kind of volunteer opportunities are available in our working groups! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PENNSYLVANIA – February 21, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 8:00 pm ET



We welcome you to join us for respectful yet spirited civic discourse. At Framework Sessions, we discuss policy and topical issues and are committed to listening and getting to the root of the problem with a focus on solutions. This week, we will discuss gun reform. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD MICHIGAN – February 22, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 12:15 pm ET



Are you new to the Michigan Forward Party or would just like to ask some questions to find out more? Please join us via Google Meet for a lunch-hour meetup. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD MICHIGAN – February 22, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 7:00 pm ET



You are invited to Jets Pizza in Chelsea to come and learn about the Michigan Forward Party. We will be sharing our plans and asking for your input on where our party should go and how we should get there. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD FLORIDA – February 22, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 7:30 pm ET



Come join our Organization Working Group Meeting to learn what we are all about! We'll be talking about what our mission is and how you can get involved in building a strong base of support for the Florida Forward Party.  RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD RHODE ISLAND – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 5:00 pm ET



Join us for a few hours of casual conversation at the Tilted Barn Brewery in Exeter. Meet up with both fellow Forwardists and others who are interested to learn more about our activities in Rhode Island - and beyond. Space is limited to 45 so please be sure to register all attendees. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD NORTH CAROLINA – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 7:00 pm ET



Electoral Reform is an important topic amongst supporters in NC FWD. For this reason, the Executive Committee will be dedicating our monthly townhall discussion to discussing ways to fix this system. This townhall will provide NC Forwardists a chance to learn about the steps required to implement electoral reform along with potential policies to accomplish it. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD COLORADO – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 5:30 pm MT



Come hang out with fellow Forwardists at a conference room in Library 21C in Colorado Springs! Bring your enthusiasm and questions to this informal event, where we'll discuss the Forward movement (what it is, timelines, obstacles, etc.) and build connections with one another. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD TENNESSEE – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 7:00 pm CT



Come meet other Tennessee Forwardists, learn about ways you can volunteer with the Forward Party of Tennessee, and discuss our goals for TN. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD NEW JERSEY – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 8:00 pm ET



The New Jersey Forward Party invites you to join us for a Zoom kickoff! We are excited to launch our groundbreaking data research project, designed to help the communities that need us the most. Anyone can follow our easy-to-use blueprint, so there's no need to be an expert. This is your chance to be part of something big!  RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD ARIZONA – February 25, 2023 (Saturday) @ 8:00 am MT



Looking for a good cup of coffee and some like-minded friends to break your fast with? Join us on the patio at AJ's Fine Foods for the perfect pairing of caffeine and conversation. Early birds and late risers are both welcome, the party starts when you get there. All ages are welcome. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD COLORADO – February 25, 2023 (Saturday) @ 10:30 am MT



Are you planning on helping Forward Colorado with our Petition? Great! This short training will provide everything that you need to know. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD ARIZONA – February 25, 2023 (Saturday) @ 11:00 am MT



We will be spreading the word about Forward Party while passing out cards and flyers to people in the mall. This is a great way to engage with people in-person and have 1-on-1 conversation. This is how we build a viable, durable, credible political party to help drive free people, thriving communities, and a vibrant democracy! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD NEVADA – February 25, 2023 (Saturday) @ 10:00 am PT



Join the Nevada Forward Party for our Voter Registration Soft Launch! This is your chance to help us test out our new organizing tool, eCanvasser, and provide valuable feedback to our team. During this event, we will be asking voters about the issues they'd like us to focus on in the upcoming legislative session. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD CALIFORNIA – February 25, 2023 (Saturday) @ 1:00 pm PT



Come out and enjoy a beer and/or a meal in Atascadero as you get to know other Forward Party supporters on the Central Coast. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PENNSYLVANIA – February 27, 2023 (Monday) @ 11:30 am ET



Have questions? Unable to make regular meetings? Want to get involved with a committee? Have suggestions? Need a place to vent about what is going on in the world? Drop in and let us hear from you. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD OHIO – February 27, 2023 (Monday) @ 3:30 am ET



Join us for a meet & greet at the Kate Love Simpson Library in McConnelsville! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD VIRGINIA – February 28, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 6:00 pm ET



Join us for our first Fredericksburg area meet-up at Strangeways Brewing. This will be a great opportunity to meet other Forwardists and learn about what Forward is working on here in Virginia. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD CONNECTICUT – February 28, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 pm ET



Please join us for the Connecticut Forward Party's second statewide organizing meeting! We hope to hear from you about how you believe the Forward Party can be a force to empower communities in the Nutmeg State. This meeting will provide guidance and resources on community organizing and becoming a local leader. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD FLORIDA – February 28, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 7:30 pm ET



The next Statewide Meeting for Forward Party and we'll be sharing some BIG updates, including a whole bunch of upcoming events. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PENNSYLVANIA – February 28, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 8:00 pm ET



We welcome you to join us for respectful yet spirited civic discourse. At Framework Sessions, we discuss policy and topical issues and are committed to listening and getting to the root of the problem with a focus on solutions. This week, we will be joined by special guest Tamara Fyke to discuss social and emotional learning. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD SOUTH CAROLINA – February 28, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 8:00 pm ET



Join us for our monthly update to find out what you need to know about SC FWD's priorities and progress. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD COLORADO – March 1, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 7:00 pm MT



Join us for Colorado's monthly FWD Statewide online meeting! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD TENNESSEE – March 2, 2023 (Thursday) @ 8:00 pm CT



New to Forward? Still trying to learn what we're all about? What are we looking to do here in the Volunteer State? We'll walk through what the Forward Party is, from the platform to our plan nationwide. We'll also talk about what we're trying to accomplish here in Tennessee. We'll have plenty of time to answer any other questions you have, too.  RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD NEVADA – March 2, 2023 (Thursday) @ 6:00 pm PT



Join us for our Monthly Zoom Meeting! We'll discuss the latest updates on Yes On 3 (Final-Five Voting), legislative session, local races, upcoming events, and much more! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD TENNESSEE – March 4, 2023 (Saturday) @ 9:00 am CT



Hear from our state leads on our progress from the last month and what we're working on over the next few weeks! We'll be diving in deeper than our normal weekly zoom call. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD ARIZONA – March 4, 2023 (Saturday) @ 9:00 am MT



Join us at Sipps Eatery in Fountain Hills for the perfect pairing of caffeine and conversation. Early birds and late risers are both welcome, the party starts when you get there. All ages are welcome. RSVP here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD COLORADO – March 4, 2023 (Saturday) @ 10:00 am MT



We need your help!  Come out to Harlow Platts Community Park in Boulder to support Forward Colorado! Bring a friend (or three!) and sign our Petition for recognition by the State Of Colorado as a Political Party! RSVP here <[link removed]>.



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FORWARD PARTY – February 20, 2023 (Monday) @ 6:00 pm ET



Join us for a Twitter Space discussion on issues such as local party efforts, activism, electoral reform, and more! More infohere <[link removed]>.



STAR VOTING MASSACHUSETTS – February 21, 2023 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 pm ET

Would you like to improve local elections with a voting method that doesn’t split the vote? Join our monthly meeting for the Mass Political Cooperative and STAR Voting! More info here <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PARTY – February 22, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 6:30 pm ET



You already know this country needs Forward reforms - how do we make that happen? More infohere <[link removed]>.



NONPROFIT VOTE: GETTING VOTERS INTERESTED IN LOCAL ELECTIONS – February 23, 2023 (Thursday) @ 2:00 pm ET



Getting voters' attention outside of national elections can be a challenge. So how do you build interest among voters? Education is critical for voters to feel prepared and take action. In this one-hour session, we'll be joined by leaders from the League of Women Voters of Chicago and Ex-Incarcerated People Organizing (EXPO) Wisconsin who will share their strategies for engaging voters in local and off-cycle elections. More infohere <[link removed]>.



FORWARD PARTY – February 27, 2023 (Monday) @ 6:00 pm ET



Join us for a Twitter Space discussion on issues such as local party efforts, activism, electoral reform, and more! More infohere <[link removed]>.



STAR VOTING CALIFORNIA – March 1, 2023 (Wednesday) @ 6:00 pm PT

Come meet other California activists who are working on making elections fair and representative with STAR voting! It’s a voting method that prevents vote-splitting and gives everyone an equal vote. More info here <[link removed]>.







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