April Fools Extravaganza! a Planned Parenthood Benefit
2017-04-01 19:00 - 23:30 (America/Halifax) | Pino's Gift Basket Shoppe and Wine Cellar, 13 N 4th Ave, Highland Park, NJ, 08904, United States
Do you like accessible affordable healthcare, health education, and reproductive choice? How about freedom, singing, dancing, fabulous prizes and having fun with your friends? FANTASTIC!!!
We invite you to join us at Pino’s on April Fools Night for some great music and an amazing raffle, all proceeds to benefit Planned Parenthood. Prepare to be dazzled by New Brunswick’s very own The Golden Boyz “Live Band Karaoke” where you, that’s right YOU, are the lead singer of the band! Special guest performers will include Ryan Noack Comedy, Ricky Chess , Phil Pirri, and others to be announced. Stay tuned. Mark your calendar. Ponder your favorite karaoke songs. Survive March. Shine up your dancing shoes…..
Let’s celebrate our choices, raise some $$$$ and our voices!!!
There will be a suggested donation ($10) at the door. We have raffle prizes/giveaways for gift certs/packages from Urban Outfitters, Stress Factory Comedy Club, Sam Ash Music Stores, and sessions with Aaron Acupuncture, Upscale Portrait Design And Photography, Going Wild Dance and Fitness with Tahirah Going Wild Gillespie, Over the Moon Toys, Through the Moongate, Redwood Florist, and more. Please let us know if you would like to contribute to the raffle or volunteer to help with the event

1984 National Screening Day
2017-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Lincoln Center, 65 N Broadway At 66th Street and Broadway, New York, NY, United States
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
6:00 PM

Lincoln Center
65 N Broadway
At 66th Street and Broadway
New York City, NY (map)
On April 4, 2017, almost 90 art house movie theaters across the country in 79 cities and in 34 states, plus one location in Canada, will be participating collectively in a NATIONAL EVENT DAY screening of the 80’s movie 1984 starring John Hurt, who sadly died last month. This date was chosen because it’s the day George Orwell’s protagonist Winston Smith begins rebelling against his oppressive government by keeping a forbidden diary. These theaters owners also strongly believe in supporting the National Endowment for the Arts and see any attempt to scuttle that program as an attack on free speech and creative expression through entertainment. This event provides a chance for communities around the country to show their unity and have their voices heard.

What's Going on and Why: Immigration Policy in the Age of Trump
2017-04-05 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | New York Law School, 185 W Broadway, New York, NY, 10013, United States
Join us on April 5th as we discuss the current changes in immigration under the new administration and the effects that these changes will have on certain individuals including special immigrant juvenile status and asylum applicants, refugees, individuals that are currently detained, as well as individuals that have prior criminal convictions. We will also address community activism and the many ways that law students could help the immigrant community.
Sponsored by:
Latin American Law Student Association
Immigration Law Student Association
Muslim Law Student Association
American Constitution Society
Criminal Law Society
NYLS Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Please RSVP for the event here: http://bit.ly/2n9PrvC
If you have any questions for our panelists, please submit them here!: http://bit.ly/2l1wLA8
Hope to see you there!

Lecture by Preet Bharara
2017-04-06 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | The Cooper Union, 7 E 7th St, New York, NY, 10003, United States
The Cooper Union’s 2017 John Jay Iselin Memorial Lecture, which is free and open to the public, will feature former United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara.
This is sold out due to overwhelming demand.
Mr. Bharara oversaw the investigation and litigation of all criminal and civil cases brought on behalf of the United States in the Southern District of New York. Under his leadership, the office experienced one of the most productive periods in its history. Known for being at the forefront of prosecuting financial misconduct including securities fraud and insider trading, this record of rooting out fraud earned Bharara the nickname “Sheriff of Wall Street” according to ABC News.
In addition to helping secure convictions of numerous insider trading defendants, his office brought a number of significant civil actions alleging financial and healthcare fraud and collected hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements, including from Deutsche Bank, CitiMortgage and Bank of America for fraud relating to faulty lending practices. His office also held to account several of the world’s largest corporations for their misconduct, including JP Morgan Chase for its relationship with Madoff Securities. Under Mr. Bharara’s supervision, the office brought a series of significant and systemically revelatory public corruption cases against members of New York City and State governments. Furthermore, the office continued its traditional civil rights work by, for example, conducting a multi-year investigation into the treatment of adolescent males at Rikers Island.
Mr. Bharara graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College with an A.B. in Government in 1990, and from Columbia Law School with a J.D. in 1993, where he was a member of the Columbia Law Review.

Give a DAM - Affordable Care Act
2017-04-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Old Franklin Schoolhouse, 491 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, United States
Now that the American Health Care Act, the GOP “repeal and replace” bill, has failed, the achievements of Affordable Care Act are far from secure.
Dr. Joel Cantor, professor of public policy and director of the Center for State Health Policy at Rutgers, will discuss the Republican healthcare agenda and how the ACA could still be at risk.

Second Community Schools Convening
2017-04-07 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy, Rutgers University, 33 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
Join us for the Second Convening of the Community Schools Coalition on April 7, 2017. In this full-day event, we will learn from partners, coordinators, educators and community members about the origins of community schools in their city, what they look like on the ground, and how to get started. Full agenda forthcoming.
Cost: $15
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey_VO-ku-iApv-PJ3dH0OpjwWzdcYxaFxV4I1tV-I8QQZnCA/viewform?usp=sf_link

March: Book Talk
2017-04-13 12:45 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Nicholas Music Center, 85 George St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
A Book Talk with Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin
and Nate Powell:
The authors will discuss MARCH, the National Book Award-winning graphic novel trilogy depicting Congressman Lewis’s life as a central figure in the civil rights movement, including the Nashville sit-ins, the Freedom Rides, the 1963 March on Washington, the Mississippi Freedom Summer, and the 1965 marches in Selma, Alabama that led to the Voting Rights Act.
Free event, but registration & RSVP required:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edu4egl33f2b83c1&llr=zy5crzdab

Poster Party - March for Science
2017-04-13 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Cai's Cafe, 420 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, United States
Whether you’re marching in NYC, Trenton, Philadelphia or just love science, Mother Earth and facts (!!) we hope you can join us for a fun poster making party!
Bring some supplies (DAM will also provide some supplies), bring your wicked humor and join your friends from Democratic Activists of Metuchen (“DAM”), Indivisible Central NJ and Metuchen Marchers as we all come together on this important topic.
Cai’s cafe is located at 420 Main Street Metuchen. Cai’s has coffee, tea, NJ wine, and has just launched a dining menu as well…so be sure to bring your appetite too!

Tax March
2017-04-15 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | One Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza, 878 2nd Avenue, New York, NY, United States
It’s April 15th and our taxes are due.
What about you, Donald?
Trump’s team says the election proved no one cares.
Fight back against Trump and tell him:
Yes I Care.
#taxmarch
www.taxmarch.org
National Organizing:
https://www.facebook.com/taxmarch

Twitter:
@TaxMarchNYC | https://twitter.com/taxmarchnyc

Tax March - NYC
2017-04-15 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Bryant Park, Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, 40th and 42nd Streets, New York, NY, 10018, United States
It’s April 15th and our taxes are due.
What about you, Donald?
Trump’s team says the election proved no one cares.
Fight back against Trump and tell him:
Yes I Care.
#taxmarch
http://www.taxmarchnyc.org
http://www.taxmarch.org
Twitter:
@TaxMarchNYC | https://twitter.com/taxmarchnyc

Solo Art Exhibit: You Think You Know Me
2017-04-15 17:00 - 2017-04-28 17:00 (America/Halifax) | The Gallery at What's New; 406 Main Street, Metuchen NJ 08840
Transgender visual artist, Tegan James of Metuchen, will hold his first solo art show in an unconventional gallery setting. The show will be held at The Gallery at What’s New Men’s Consignment store on Main Street in Metuchen.
The theme of the show, titled ‘You Think You Know Me’ relates to the LGBTQ community, with a heavy focus on the topics of being transgender and the gender spectrum. Twelve paintings of acrylic on canvas have been selected for this show. Their sizes range from 16×20” to over 4’ feet tall.
“It’s important that I use this opportunity to bring awareness to the transgender community, not only to give a voice to myself and my own journey, but also to be a voice for those out there who still feel lost, scared or uncertain. It wasn’t until I was 36 years old that I discovered what was right with me, and I wouldn’t have known if others weren’t out there sharing their stories too.”
Details: No cover charge; light refreshments

Democrats Unite (Pallone for Congress)!
2017-04-18 19:00 (America/New_York) | 2909 Washington Road, 2909 Washington Road, Sayreville, NJ, United States
Pallone for Congress Event
For more information and to sign up, please email Lizbeth@PalloneforNewJersey.com or call us at 732-571-4141.

Metuchen Democratic Speaker Series with Benjamin Dworkin, Ph.D., Director, Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics, Rider University
2017-04-20

Speaker Series - Dr. Ben Dworkin
2017-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Old Franklin Schoolhouse, 491 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, United States
The Metuchen Democrats speaker series continues with Dr. Ben Dworkin:
Dr. Ben Dworkin, is the Director of the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Political Science. A veteran of New Jersey politics, he has extensive experience in campaigns and elections, government and legislation, lobbying and issue advocacy, as well as teaching and media relations. He has been frequently quoted by major newspapers including the Philadelphia Inquirer, Star-Ledger, Press of Atlantic City, Asbury Park Press, the Home News-Tribune and others. He is also a frequent guest on NJ12’s “Power & Politics” television news program.
As one of the top experts in New Jersey politics, Dr. Dworkin will give a non-partisan analysis of the 2016 election and the impact that it has had on national, state and local political parties and communities. Additionally, Dr. Dworkin will give his take on the upcoming 2017 gubernatorial election.
This is sure to be a fascinating evening and we hope you can join us.

Grassroots Organizing Conference
2017-04-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | 9 Suydam St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-2885, United States
We would like to invite you to the first ever Rutgers University Spring 2017 Grassroots Organizing Conference! The conference will serve as a networking and training forum for a wide array of advocacy organizations. The invitees span the full range of citizen-run and student-run groups working on issue-based and electoral-focused grassroots campaigns. This conference will provide a nonpartisan atmosphere for organizations to participate in skills workshops and collaborative discussions.
Come see our distinguished keynote speaker, Jeff Tittel, Director of the NJ Sierra Club!
The conference will occur on April 21 from 10 AM to 4 PM. It will take place in the Ludwig Global Learning Center on the Douglass Campus of Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
PLEASE RSVP HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/wdudO7ab0qQJUVQf1
Sponsered by: NJPIRG Students, Honors College Student Advisory Board and Douglass Women’s Center Coalition

March for Science - New Jersey Satellite March
2017-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Dr, Trenton, NJ, 08608, United States
The Official Mission Statement of the New Jersey March for Science
The New Jersey March for Science affirms the guiding statement of the National March for Science (https://www.marchforscience.com/mission/):
“The March for Science champions robustly funded and publicly
communicated science as a pillar of human freedom and prosperity. We unite as a diverse, nonpartisan group to call for science that upholds the common good and for political leaders and policy makers to enact evidence based policies in the public interest.”
We as scientists, students, teachers, doctors, engineers, and concerned citizens have chosen to March for Science to bring attention to important issues that we see as threatening the safety of our fellow citizens, our state, our national character, and the endeavor of scientific exploration.
-Fact-Based Policies: We demand that our leaders take into account the best available scientific evidence when making their decisions, in particular in the areas of climate change, healthcare, energy policy, public safety, education, and resource management. We reject attempts to silence the voices bringing attention to scientific evidence of the serious problems faced by our society, and we reject politically-motivated attacks on scientific research in any field.
-Free Inquiry: As scientific study requires open exchange of ideas and free association across ethnic, religious, and national lines, we demand that the right to speech, travel, and association be protected to the fullest extent, in keeping with the highest ideals and traditions of the United States. Beyond the damage done to our nation’s scientific and economic output, such policies are violations of our human rights, and should be opposed regardless of their impact on science.
-Education: We demand that public education be protected and strengthened, to provide for our next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators, as well as for our future artists, writers, and musicians, whose contributions are equally critical for a healthy democracy. The lack of quality education for all American children robs them of opportunities and deprives all of us of the fruits of their talents.
For these reasons, we have chosen to March for Science. We march so that scientific evidence will be taken seriously. We march because our friends and colleagues are being targeted unjustly. We march because we are concerned about the next generation. We hope you will join us on April 22, in Trenton, in DC, or elsewhere. And we hope you will join us afterwards, for all the work that needs to be done.
*The organizers of the New Jersey March for Science are volunteers and are not being compensated in any manner for their time and dedication to this event. Information is shared and disseminated as quickly as possible. Nothing in the information provided is intended to create a contractual relationship and Organizers are merely acting as facilitators to aid in the success of the event. Any person participating in the New Jersey March for Science does so at their own risk and at their own expense. No warranty of any kind, express or implied, are made by the New Jersey March for Science Organizers and Sponsors nor are Organizers and Sponsors liable for any monetary loss, personal injury, cancellation of event or misinformation. Participants release New Jersey March for Science Organizers and Sponsors from any and all legal liability and acknowledge that participation is at their own risk.

March for Science
2017-04-22 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | National Mall, National Mall, Washington DC, United States
The March for Science is a celebration of our passion for science and a call to support and safeguard the scientific community. Recent policy changes have caused heightened worry among scientists, and the incredible and immediate outpouring of support has made clear that these concerns are also shared by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. The mischaracterization of science as a partisan issue, which has given policymakers permission to reject overwhelming evidence, is a critical and urgent matter. It is time for people who support scientific research and evidence-based policies to take a public stand and be counted.
ON APRIL 22, 2017, WE WALK OUT OF THE LAB AND INTO THE STREETS.
We are scientists and science enthusiasts. We come from all races, all religions, all gender identities, all sexual orientations, all abilities, all socioeconomic backgrounds, all political perspectives, and all nationalities. Our diversity is our greatest strength: a wealth of opinions, perspectives, and ideas is critical for the scientific process. What unites us is a love of science, and an insatiable curiosity. We all recognize that science is everywhere and affects everyone.

A conversation about social justice.
2017-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), 1 Center St, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
MONDAY, MAY 1, 2017
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
1 Center St
Newark, NJ 07102
6:30 pm
All are invited to attend this free conversation with gubernatorial candidates about social justice issues and the possibilities for meaningful change in our state.
Our cities hold real promise for addressing some of the greatest social and racial justice challenges of our time: income inequality, unequal access to education, a broken criminal justice system, voter suppression and systems that deny dignity and human rights.
The best solutions to these enduring challenges will come from our communities.
Consistent with our respective organizations’ missions, and our positions as non-partisan advocacy organizations, we are working closely with the communities we serve to help make New Jersey a standard bearer for social and racial justice.
Just one month ahead of the primary election, this forum will provide an important opportunity for the candidates to share how they will address these critical issues.
Admission is free, but seating is limited. Reservations must be made in advance at njpac.org/dosocialjustice, at the NJPAC Box Office, or by calling 1.888.MY.NJPAC.

The Immigrants' March
2017-05-06 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | The National Mall, Washington, DC, 20024, United States
We are a nation of immigrants.
We work, we build, we raise families, we vote.
#WeAllBelong
As attacks on immigrants and refugees continue to come under the Trump administration, it’s important that we unite together and show the President that we will not be intimidated and we demand respect and fairness.
On May 6th, let’s come together in Washington and show the world we will not be intimidated by the attacks on immigrants in our country and those seeking opportunity in the United States.

Children's March NYC
2017-05-13 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Cadman Plaza, 75 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, United States
Our children don’t get to vote, but they do have a voice—and they want and need to use it. This march is an opportunity for all of our children to choose the issues they care about, and to learn to stand up and speak out—on their own terms and in their own words. Let’s get our children together and let them lead a celebration of independent thought, community, inclusivity, and their future.
Join us! #childrensmarchnyc
If you’d like to help out in any way, or just want to reach out with a question or suggestion, you can reach us at volunteer.childrensmarch@gmail.com
Twitter:
@ChildMarchNYC

Metuchen Democratic Committee Meeting
2017-05-25

Jersey Pride - NJ's 26th Annual LGBTQ Pride Celebration
2017-06-04 12:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | 5th & Ocean, Asbury Park, New Jersey
JOIN THE FAN PAGE HERE: https://www.facebook.com/JerseyPrideFest
INSTAGRAM: @jerseygaypride
JERSEY PRIDE – NJ’s annual gay pride celebration at the jersey shore. The 26th Anniversary. Enjoy the fabulous pride parade, headline performers, great food, arts and crafts, exhibits and community information, activities for the entire family, and the best in entertainment. The festival features 150 artisans, crafters, and organizations, and a diverse Food Court. Fun for all ages in the “Family Zone”.
PARADE ROUTE
Kicks of at 12 noon from Town Hall. Down Cookman to Grand to Sunset to arrive at the festival grounds at Sunset & Ocean.
Rain or Shine!
Possible Performers, Vendors, Advertisers, Sponsors & Volunteers, please visit the wesbite for applications at http://www.jerseypride.org/ or email info@jerseypride.org
*****Make sure your friends know about this*****
SHARE ON YOUR WALL, POST TO GROUPS & PAGES OR
ADD YOUR FRIENDS TO THIS EVENT.
More info coming soon!

National Pride March
2017-06-11 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lincoln Memorial, 2 Lincoln Memorial Circle, NW, Washington, DC, United States
NATIONAL PRIDE MARCH (NOW A GLOBAL MOVEMENT)

“In Solidarity!”
Update: The outreach and response to this March is staggering and inspiring. What started off as a proposed March in Washington, DC on June 11th, has quickly morphed into a national movement, as well as a global one. Austin(TX), Portland(ME), Indianapolis(IN), Seattle (WA), Sydney (AU) are just a few of the cities who have announced solidarity marches. And there are MANY others who are in the initial planning stages around our country and the world.
For those who can not attend the March in DC, we URGE all our community members, their families, friends, and allies to reach out to their local Pride organizations to help coordinate additional solidarity marches. Use these organizations to help bring your local communities together. The issues that face our community are not just national, but local as well.
In short time, we will start linking all the pop-up solidarity marches to this main event page, as well as a web page that will be created with more information on all the marches.
Let’s make this truly a “National Pride March” that spreads from coast to coast and shows solidarity through our Pride movement. Although at the pace we are going, we might have to change the name to the “Global Pride March!”

MCYD September General Meeting
2017-09-25 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Middlesex County Democratic Organization, 231 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, United States
Join us for our Young Dems September meeting at the MCDO headquarters! Your presence makes a difference. Come learn what we’re all about or get involved!

NJYD Policy Committee General Meeting with Christine Sadovy
2017-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
Join the NJYD Policy Committee for our first general meeting of the year! We are honored to have Christine Sadovy of Planned Parenthood Action Fund as our speaker this month, talking with us about healthcare policy and advocacy.

Run With Reed & Todd
2017-10-01 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax)
Join us for National Public Lands Day event at the Middlesex Greenway Metuchen trailhead at 11am and stay to join Reed and Todd for a group run down the Greenway and through parts of Metuchen directly after the event. They will stop at various points along the way to chat and answer questions about their campaign and vision for Metuchen. After the run is over, we will meet at Hailey’s Harp and Pub for some food, drinks, and more conversation! We hope to see you there!
It’s important to note that running is NOT required. All are welcome including walkers and parents strollers. You can also meet us at Hailey’s if you prefer. We just hope to see you there!

Frelinghuysen’s Columbus Day Sell-Out!
2017-10-09 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Halifax)
Press conference begins at noon.
On Monday, we’re holding a press conference and rally on Congressman Frelinghuysen’s attacks to our budget. They Republicans want to slash important funding for healthcare, the environment, and more. Frelinghuysen’s budget would cut the EPA alone by ten percent. We could also see more drastic cuts added on as the budget process moves forward because of President Trump. Groups will be discussing how his votes have impacted citizens in all issues. We’re gathering on Monday to call on the Congressman to stand up for New Jersey and stand up for our budget!

MCYD Women's Engagement Committee Meeting
2017-10-11 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Garden State Ale House, 378 George St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
Pease join the Middlesex County Young Democrats’ Women’s Engagement Committee at the Garden State Ale House.
Prior to the meeting, please join us at the Women Aware Candlelight Vigil from 6:30-7:30 in New Brunswick’s Monument Square Park.

Public Policy Forum with Matthew Desmond, and US Senator Booker
2017-10-12 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Monarch Housing Associates, Inc., 29 Alden St, Ste 1B, Cranford, NJ, 07016-2156, United States
On Thursday, October 12, 2017, join Monarch Housing, New Jersey Policy Perspective, the Housing & Community Development Network of NJ​, the Anti-Poverty Network of NJ (APN)​, the The The Supportive Housing Association of NJ​, Bridges Outreach, Inc.​, the Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc..​, the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris, Inc., Homeless Solutions, Inc. for a Public Policy Forum with Matthew Desmond, Author of Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City, and US Senator Cory Booker (NJ-D.) at Drew University.
For more information use this link https://wp.me/peqFK-9O9
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Use this coupon code for a 50% discount – POLICYFORUM2017

Campaign Rally for Middlesex Dems with VP Joe Biden
2017-10-12 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Sheraton Edison Hotel Raritan Center, 125 Raritan Center Pkwy, Edison, NJ, 08837, United States
Please join MCDO Chairman Kevin McCabe, Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios, and special guest, the 47th Vice President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden, for a campaign rally for the Line B Democratic Team:
Phil Murphy and Sheila Oliver for NJ
Kevin Hoagland for Middlesex County Surrogate
Charles Tomaro for County Freeholder
Leslie Koppel for County Freeholder
Shanti Narra for County Freeholder
The rally will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Edison Hotel Raritan Center (doors are at 11:00 a.m.). If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP to the Middlesex County Democratic Organization at rsvp@mcdonj.org, or via phone at (732) 906-3680.
