Shawano County Fair - SMCDP Booth
The Shawano County Fair runs from September 2-7. Our booth is located at the north end of the Commercial Building.
Pairs of volunteers are needed for 2 or 2 1/2 hour shifts Thursday through Monday.
Volunteers will get a free pass to the fair, which includes parking.
This is a great opportunity to engage with the public and promote our candidates.
To sign up, please contact Jan Koch at (715) 296-6726 or email shawanodems2@gmail.com
We Vote for the Planet - Prairie Walk
The Shawano-Menominee Counties Democratic Party is hosting a Prairie Walk this coming Monday, August 24, that begins with snacks at 5 PM, followed by tours of Lucinda's native prairies around 6 PM. Educational information and literature will be available, and some members/friends of Wolf River Wild Ones will be assisting with education and tours. Two ADA scooters will be fully charged and ready for use. The first 20 arrivals to the prairies will receive an engraved stainless steel, special edition, "I Vote For The Planet" water bottle!
Wear your walking shoes, and bring a water bottle just in case you're not one of the first 20 to arrive. Meet in the parking lot of the party office at 420 E. Green Bay Street in Shawano at 5:45 PM if you'd like to carpool. This event is open to the public, so invite your friends, and bring your family!
The prairies are in their glory, so makes plans to come enjoy their beauty, and learn about their importance to the environment!
Speak Out Rally
It's time to show up and speak out about our values and actions we believe in. Join us every Monday beginning June 29th from 4:00-5:30 pm in Shawano at the corner of Main St. and Green Bay St. Make your own signs or come into our office (Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10am-2pm) and make your own. We are located at 420 E. Green Bay St. downstairs. Tag board, markers, paint and ideas will be provided.
See you there!
Door Knocking on Saturday
Join us in fanning out into our Shawano community to talk to people, learn about their concerns and convince them that their vote counts. If we hope to make a difference, we all have to get involved and do our part, this is your opportunity to help in the fight for all that's good and right.
We are organizing two crews of canvassers (door knockers & drivers) for this Saturday, August 22. The first crew will start out at 10am, the second at noon. Both groups will first meet at our office, 420 East Green Bay Street, Suite #107 for instructions and materials to hand out.
See you there!
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Tech Made Simple with Paul
Got tech questions? We’ve got you covered.
Join us for Tech Made Simple with Paul every Saturday from 10AM–2PM at 420 E. Green Bay St., Suite #107.
Whether you need help with your phone, laptop, email, apps, or just figuring out “why it’s doing that thing,” stop in and get one-on-one assistance in a relaxed, welcoming space.
No question is too small — we’re here to help make technology feel a little less overwhelming.
See you there!
How To Have Difficult Conversations
Join us at 6:30 for light refreshments and meet with our Regional Organizing Director, Alexander Carraway, at 7 pm, to learn how to have difficult political conversations with friends, family and neighbors.
Those attending are encouraged to bring school supplies or donations for Shawano and Menominee County elementary students.
Coffee and Conversation
Come join us in the Veslak room of the Shawano County Public Library for some good coffee (or tea) and great conversation!
Menominee Nation Powow 2026
Join us in staffing the Shawano-Menominee Democratic Party Booth at the 58th Annual Menominee Nation's Powwow 2026
This is always a very special event -- experience native culture, meet some fantastic people and have a fun time!
4 shifts are available:
Friday, July 13, 6pm - 8pm (assist w/setup)
Saturday, August 1, 12pm - 3:30pm
Saturday, August 1, 3:30pm - 7pm
Sunday, August 2, 11am - 1pm (assist w/teardown)
To volunteer for a shift, please click on this Mobilize link: https://www.mobilize.us/wisdems/event/990285/
For more information about the Powwow click on this link: https://calendar.powwows.com/events/annual-menominee-nation-contest-pow-wow/
SMCDP Picnic at Kuckuk Park
Join us for a picnic at Kuckuk Park in Shawano! We've also invited the candidates for treasurer and secretary of state.
Click on the Mobilize link below to sign up:
Postcard Party
Join us in writing postcards to get out the vote beginning at 6pm. Snacks will be provided starting at 5:30pm.
Pot Luck and Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Come join us for a Pot Luck and Forum Discussion with the Gubenatorial Candidates. The Pot Luck will begin at 6pm and the Forum at 7pm
Click on the Mobilize link below to sign up:
Democratic Pot Luck and Concert with Joel Kroenke
Join us for a pot luck and concert with Joel Kroenke! Please sign up for location details by visiting the Mobilize link below:
Know Your Rights Workshop
Learn your rights. Prepare your family. Stand strong. Our multilingual workshops provide you with the tools to respond safely to ICE and develop leadership within your community.
Conozca sus derechos. Prepare a su familia. Manténgase firme. Nuestros talleres multilingües le brindan las herramientas para responder de manera segura ante ICE y desarrollar liderazgo en su comunidad.
8th CD Talent Show
With regret, Pam Belden and I (Connie Jordan) are canceling the 8th CD Talent Show. At this point, we have more performers than tickets sold. It is not logical to move forward with our plans.
I want to thank Pam for taking the time to organize this event. She spent a lot of time securing the venue and scheduling all the acts. It would have been a fun evening with the potential to raise hundreds or thousands of dollars, but just not meant to be. I appreciate all your time and efforts Pam!
IF YOU PURCHASED TICKETS, MORE INFORMATION WILL BE COMING ABOUT HOW TO GET YOUR REFUND.
Fun with Friends
Snacks-Games-Communication. Please bring some munchies to share with friends.
Sign Making
Join us to make signs for the upcoming protest rallies!
We will have foam board, markers, and sign ideas. Beginning at 6:00 pm there will be a community fun night with games such as Cribbage (or bring your own board games). The Democratic Party will be serving snacks from 5:30-6:00 for those attending.
Here are some issues that we could make signs for:
affordability (child care, health care, prices, etc.)
protecting our rights and freedoms ( press, speech, voting, etc.)
keeping our democracy (protect our election polling sites from ICE, let everyone vote without intimidation, etc.)
safeguarding our environment (clean water free from PFAS, clean air free from pollution, chemical free soil, etc.)
See you there!
Membership Meeting & Pot Luck
Join us for an informative evening with Wisconsin Senate Candidate Gillian Battino and catch up with everything happening in our party.
Signature Gathering
The Shawano-Menominee Democratic Party is helping to get as many Democratic candidates on the ballot as possible!
Please stop by our headquarters at 420 E Green Bay Street Suite #107 in Shawano to sign the nomination petitions for the Governor's, Lt. Governor's, 8th Congressional District and other candidates!
Our office will be open on Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am - 2pm
SMCDP Monthly Meeting
The Shawano-Menominee County Democratic Party's next monthly is at the Civic Center on Wednesday, May 20th. Doors open at 6:30 pm for refreshments. At 7:00 pm. Missy Hughes, Candidate for Governor, and Alexander Carraway, Regional Organizing Director, will be speaking.
Signature Gathering
The Shawano-Menominee Democratic Party is helping to get as many Democratic candidates on the ballot as possible!
Please stop by our headquarters at 420 E Green Bay Street Suite #107 in Shawano to sign the nomination petitions for the Governor's, Lt. Governor's, 8th Congressional District and other candidates!
Our office will be open on Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am - 2pm
Coffee & Conversation
Come join us in our office for some good coffee (or tea) and great conversation!
We're located at 420 E Green Bay Street in Shawano, across the street from Walgreens
Tech Made Simple with Paul
Got tech questions? We’ve got you covered.
Join us for Tech Made Simple with Paul every Saturday from 10AM–2PM at 420 E. Green Bay St., Suite #107.
Whether you need help with your phone, laptop, email, apps, or just figuring out “why it’s doing that thing,” stop in and get one-on-one assistance in a relaxed, welcoming space.
No question is too small — we’re here to help make technology feel a little less overwhelming.
See you there!
Pot Luck w/8th CD Candidates
Forum with 8th Congressional District Candidates Rick Crosson, Mark Scheffler and Katrina DeVille
Potluck starts @ 6pm Forum starts @ 7pm
Tech Made Simple with Paul
Got tech questions? We’ve got you covered.
Join us for Tech Made Simple with Paul every Saturday from 10AM–2PM at 420 E. Green Bay St., Suite #107.
Whether you need help with your phone, laptop, email, apps, or just figuring out “why it’s doing that thing,” stop in and get one-on-one assistance in a relaxed, welcoming space.
No question is too small — we’re here to help make technology feel a little less overwhelming.
See you there!
Get Out The Vote for Chris Taylor
Help us Get Out the Vote for Chris Taylor!
☕ Pastries with Progressives – 8:30 AM
📍 Bonduel: March 21 at Red Rooster Cafe
📍 Tigerton: March 28 at V&J Cozy Cafe
If you’re able, we’ll pair up and knock on doors from 9:00 AM – Noon after we gather.
📍 Shawano Canvassing: April 2, 3, 4, or 6
Start from our office — choose a time that works for you.
📞 Interested in helping? Contact Jan Koch at 715-296-6726.
Every conversation helps make a difference!
No Kings Rally #3
Join us on March 28 from 2:00–4:00 PM for No King’s Rally III as we march together from the Civic Center to the Courthouse in a powerful show of community and commitment to our shared values. We’ll kick things off with sign making from 1:00–2:00 PM at the Civic Center, so come early, get creative, and make your voice seen. Bring your friends, your energy, and your passion—we’ll see you there!
No Kings Rally #3 Sign Making
Sign making from 1:00–2:00 PM at the Civic Center, so come early, get creative, and make your voice seen. Bring your friends, your energy, and your passion—we’ll see you there!
Mandela Barnes
Join us for a special evening with Mandela Barnes, former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.
📅 March 18th
📍 Civic Center
🕡 Refreshments: 6:30 PM
🕖 Speaker begins: 7:00 PM
After the talk, we’ll hold our Membership Meeting. Come hear from Mandela Barnes and connect with others working to strengthen our community. Everyone is welcome!
Dining With Dems - Kelda Roys
Join us for Dining with Dems!
March 7
Noon–2:00 PM
Luigi’s Pizza & Pasta
Order off the menu and enjoy great food and even better conversation with fellow community members.
We’re excited to welcome State Senator Kelda Roys, Candidate for Governor, as our special guest!
Space is limited for this event.
Please message us to RSVP and reserve your spot.
Come hungry and ready to connect — we’d love to see you there!
Coffee & Conversation
We’ll be gathering for Coffee & Conversation on Monday, March 2nd at 10:00 AM at the Shawano County Public Library in the Velsack Room. Join us for a relaxed morning of connection and community conversation—we’d love to see you there! If you’re able, please consider bringing a snack or making a small donation to the Shawano–Menominee County Democratic Party. Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic drink, and RSVP with Evvi if you have her number or simply reply to this email.