Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats

SCGD Monthly Member Meeting
2024-07-08 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
The Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Meet & greet begins at 6:00 PM. The meeting is called to order at 6:30. Guests are welcome.

July 8 Meeting features Rick Steves’ ‘Story of Fascism in Europe’

The July 8 monthly meeting of the Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats will feature a screening of “The Story of Fascism in Europe,” an informative and compelling look at the rise of Hitler’s Nazi party in Germany during the early 20th Century, which ultimately led to the Third Reich’s invasion of Europe and World War II.
The meeting will begin at 6 p.m., July 8, 2024, at the Service Employees International Union building at 3340 W. Douglas Ave. in Wichita. The meeting and screening are free and open to the public. Ice Cream Sundaes will be available for $2 each while supplies last, beginning at 6 p.m. Additional donations are welcome.
“The Story of Fascism in Europe” was produced and presented by travel expert Rick Steves. In addition to his many best-selling travel guides, Steves is known for his popular PBS television show “Rick Steves Europe,” a weekly public radio show and a syndicated travel column. His look at the rise and fall of fascism is an hour-long presentation initially presented as a special for “Rick Steves Europe” in 2018. The July 8 screening is by agreement between SCGD and ricksteves.com.
“Steves’ telling of ‘The Story of Fascism in Europe’ is comprehensive, well-researched and expertly presented,” said SCGD President Gary Starrett. “It is very timely given the current political climate in this country and the recent Supreme Court decision on presidential powers, and an important reminder of what’s at stake in the upcoming elections.”

Pride Parade
2024-06-29 11:00 - 15:00 | KS
Meet 11:00 am
Parade starts at 11:30 am
Hosted by the Sedgwick County Democratic Party
The parade will follow the approximately one-mile route – beginning on Main Street, in front of the Historic Sedgwick County Courthouse.
Please email Kristi Kirk at chair@sedgwickcountydemocrats.com to RSVP.

Warner Moore Luncheon
2024-06-28 11:15 - 12:30 | Candle Club, 6135 E 13th St N, Wichita, 67208, United States
Friday, June 28th: The return of the Warner Moore Luncheon
Back by popular demand. You asked for it, we delivered. Democrats want a variety of ways to network, especially as we prepare for the upcoming election cycle. Every 4th Friday we will meet at the Candle Club, 6135 E 13th St N, Wichita, KS 67208 from 11:15 am to 12:30 pm. June’s community guest speakers are County Commissioner Sarah Lopez and City Council Woman Maggie Ballard. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, $25 includes lunch and program.

SCDP Meeting: Focus on the Candidates
2024-06-27 17:30 - 19:30 | International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, 1040 S. Broadway St, Wichita, United States
Reception: 5:30pm
Meeting: 6pm

SCDP Summer Party
2024-06-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Artichoke East, 2959 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS, 67226, United States
Sunday Funday, June 23rd, 2 pm to 5 pm: We’re Doing It Again!
Annual Summer Fundraiser at the East Artichoke at 29th and Rock Rd . You won’t want to miss this! Live music and grilling burgers and dogs on the ‘choke’s new patio. $30 a plate. Wichita’s own Harrison Steele will be the guest musician.
Please pre-register and purchase tickets:
Summer Funday June 23rd

Senator Mary Ware @ R Coffee House
2024-06-22 09:00 - 11:00 | R Coffee House, 1144 N Bitting Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
Join Senator Ware for an insightful discussion on the 2023-2024 Kansas legislative session, taking place on Saturday, June 22, at R Coffee House, located at 1144 N Bitting St, Wichita, KS 67203, from 9 to 11 am. Share your concerns and questions.

Drinking Liberally ICT
2024-06-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Social Tap Drinkery, 4510 E 19TH St N Ste 101, Wichita, 67208, United States
An informal and inclusive progressive social group for like-minded, left-leaning individuals interested in getting to know each other over a beverage.

White Crow Cider House Bingo – Fundraiser
2024-06-17 18:00 - 20:00 | White Crow Cider Company, 1236 E Waterman St, Wichita, KS 67211 ·, Wichita, KS, KS, 67211, United States

Wichita's Annual Juneteenth Parade
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | KS
Wichita’s Annual Juneteenth Parade is Saturday, June 15th at 10:00 am. If you are walking, you should plan to meet at the starting point at 9:30 am. Please bring two bags of candy to distribute. Location: Start point Holy Savior Catholic Academy 3000 E 13th ST North, Wichita, KS 67214
● Route: 13th Street to the Historic McAdams Park
● Entry Fee is a purchase of an armband.
● $6 general admission for thirteen and up
● $3 youth admission for four to twelve years of age
You must purchase an armband to participate. Armbands will be for sale at the parade. We will walk this parade. The SCDP will bring a wagon, but if you have a wagon you may want to bring it to hold your candy. Please email Ben Taylor at vicechair@sedgwickcountydemocrats.com and let him know you’re joining us!

Meet Mike Snider, Candidate for House District 87
2024-06-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Slape & Howard Law Firm, www.slapehoward.com Slape & Howard 117 N Handley, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
Mike Snider, Candidate for House District 87, is having a fundraiser at Slape & Howard.
He is supported by Kansas Senator Mary Ware, Representative John Carmichael & Kelly Johnson.
Please join Mike to help make his candidacy a success.

Ogallala Breakfast
2024-06-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Spear’s Restaurant & Pie Shop, 4323 W. Maple Street, Wichita, Kansas, 67209, United States
Note Change of Venue!
Guest Speaker Daniel Macias
The Ogallala Roundtable is a think tank of progressives and community activists who meet the second Friday monthly to enjoy a meal and interact with speakers concerning issues and organizations that affect each of us. Political candidates, nonprofit entities, historical topics, current legislation, brainstorming about the future…..Walk With us. Join The Parade. Let’s Get To Work!

SCDW GARDEN POTLUCK PARTY
2024-06-13 17:30 - 21:00 | Elizabeth Bishop’s Home, 8518 E Longlake, Wichita, KS, United States
Master Gardener and SCDW member Elizabeth Bishop
and her husband, Darrel, will host our
June 13 Garden Potluck Party meeting
in their lovely backyard at 8518 E Longlake Street
in northeast Wichita.
(Please note the location since it is not our usual meeting space.)
SCDW GARDEN POTLUCK PARTY
Thursday, June 13, 2024
8518 E Longlake St, Wichita, KS
Gather at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy a picnic supper. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
Come and join us for an evening of camaraderie, canapes, and candidates
in Elizabeth & Darrel Bishop’s beautiful backyard!
A picnic meal will be served. The main dish is fried chicken. Ice cream for dessert.
Potluck side dishes are requested (such as potato salad, baked beans, pasta salad… maybe brownies to go with the ice cream… think summer picnic.)
Casual dress and sensible shoes! Bring a folding chair.
Questions? Text or call Elizabeth at 316-841-5173.
NOTE: This event will take place in a garden. The ground is uneven so please watch your step.
We will thank our outgoing officers and welcome those who are coming in.
New officers are:
Deb Shepard, President
Elizabeth Bishop, First Vice President (Membership)
Fran Jackson, Second Vice President (Program)
OPEN, Secretary (We need a candidate… is that YOU?!?)
Terry Van Horne, Treasurer
Marcey Gregory, Parliamentarian
Emily Knorp-Brown Stone, Auditor

SCGD Monthly Member Meeting - Ice Cream & Politics
2024-06-10 18:00 - 20:30 | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
The Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Meet & greet begins at 6:00 PM. The meeting is called to order at 6:30. Guests are welcome.
This month, we will be meeting in the pavilion at West Douglas Park, 3201 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67213
Join us at our regular June 10th meeting at 6:30 pm at West Douglas Park. We are featuring candidate’s speaking and Sundaes Please bring $2.00 cash for the sundaes.

Drinking Liberally ICT
2024-05-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Drinking Liberally ICT, 4510 E. 19th St N., Suite 101, 4510 E. 19th St N., Suite 101, Wichita, KS, 67208, United States

SCGD Monthly Member Meeting
2024-05-13 18:00 - 20:30 | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
The Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Meet & greet begins at 6:00 PM. The meeting is called to order at 6:30. Guests are welcome.
Guest Speaker Leslie Butsch, ACLU
General Meeting
We are excited to welcome Leslie Butsch, field director for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), as our guest speaker to our Monday, May 13th meeting. Prior to her joining the ACLU in June of 2022, Leslie was a social worker. It was there that she observed how systems meant to help were causing harm and set out to change them.
Hear directly from Leslie on how her experience informed her actions going forward. She will share this and more with us on the 13th – you will not want to miss it!

Ogallala Breakfast
2024-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Livingston’s, 9747 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
The Ogallala Roundtable is a think tank of progressives and community activists who meet the second Friday monthly to enjoy a meal and interact with speakers concerning issues and organizations that affect each of us. Political candidates, nonprofit entities, historical topics, current legislation, brainstorming about the future…..Walk With us. Join The Parade. Let’s Get To Work!
Join special guest retired architect Mike Kline, who will speak about the federal aspects of architecture.

A Coffee for Mike McCorkle
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Slape & Howard Law Firm, www.slapehoward.com Slape & Howard 117 N Handley, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
A Coffee for Mike McCorkle
Slape & Howard Law Firm
117 N Handley Wichita (in Delano)
Join Mike in his campaign to beat Dan Hawkins, our #1 target and current GOP leader who is fiercely opposed to Medicaid expansion. With your help we can get Mike elected, break the Republican supermajority, and pass Medicaid expansion once and for all!
For additional information on this event, contact Susan Osborne at 316-680-4868 or sosborne46@cox.net

Roar in ‘24 Speakout Speakeasy Soirée
2024-04-26 19:00 - 22:00 | The Brass Taproom at Side Pockets, 614 S. Tyler, Wichita, KS, 67209, United States
Please Join Us for a Roaring ’20s Celebration
Date & Location Update
Friday, April 26, 2024
7pm – 10pm
The Brass Taproom
at Side Pockets
614 S. Tyler
Wichita, Kansas 67209
Tickets $35 through April 25th, $50 on April 26th
Enjoy Dancing,
Music, Entertainment,
Light Hors d’oeuvres,
Cash Bar
Meet with fellow Democrats & your favorite Elected Leaders and Candidates.
You won’t want to miss the Jail and bail event All in good fun to raise money for candidates!
’20s Speakeasy Attire Encouraged Not required

League and Library presents TUESDAY TOPICS: Electoral College
2024-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Wichita Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St N, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
Tuesday, April 23rd
6 pm – 7 pm
League and Library presents TUESDAY TOPICS
Topic: Electoral College
Advanced Learning Library
711 W. 2nd St N, Wichita
In recent years we have had two elections where the person elected to the presidency did not win the popular vote. What is the history of the electoral college? Why did our Founding Fathers choose this method to elect our President? What are the pros and cons of using this method? Join us to hear Dr. Arben Russell Fox explain the electoral college process, its strengths and weaknesses, and what other options could be used to elect the most powerful position in our country.

SCGD Member Meeting
2024-04-14 18:00 - 20:30 | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
The Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Meet & greet begins at 6:00 PM. The meeting is called to order at 6:30. Guests are welcome.

SCGD Member Meeting
2024-04-14 18:00 | KS

Open Streets ICT - WSU & Shocker Neighborhood
2024-04-14 12:00 - 16:00 | KS
17th Street from Oliver to Grove

Ogallala Breakfast
2024-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Livingston’s, 9747 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
The Ogallalan Roundtable is a think tank of progressives and community activists who meet the second Friday monthly to enjoy a meal and interact with speakers concerning issues and organizations that affect each of us. Political candidates, nonprofit entities, historical topics, current legislation, brainstorming about the future…..Walk With us. Join The Parade. Let’s Get To Work! This Week’s Speaker: Christine Pruitt, National Business Agent, American Postal Workers Union

SCGD Monthly Member Meeting
2024-04-08 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States

National Vietnam Veterans Day
2024-03-29 00:00 | KS
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a national observance that recognizes veterans who served in the US military during the Vietnam War

Presidential Preference Day (Presidential Primary)
2024-03-19 00:00 | KS

SCGD Monthly Member Meeting
2024-03-11 18:00 - 20:30 | SEIU, 3340 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, United States
The Sedgwick County Grassroots Democrats meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Meet & greet begins at 6:00 PM. The meeting is called to order at 6:30. Guests are welcome.The Speaker will be Common Ground Founder and CEO Donna Pearson McClish. She will be introduced by daughter and mental health coordinator Keisha McClish Clouts. We will learn about the Sunflower Community Action coalition’s guiding principles and how they are effectively used to facilitate both community and voter engagement. Question and answer session to follow!

Ogallala Breakfast
2024-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 | VFW Post 112, 1560 S Topeka Ave, Wichita, KS, 67211, United States
The Ogallalan Roundtable is a think tank of progressives and community activists who meet the second Friday monthly to enjoy a meal and interact with speakers concerning issues and organizations that affect each of us. Political candidates, nonprofit entities, historical topics, current legislation, brainstorming about the future…..Walk With us. Join The Parade. Let’s Get To Work!

Ogallala Breakfast
2024-02-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Livingston’s, 9747 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
