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SUMMARY:Canvass in Ellsworth to Help Save Voting Rights
DESCRIPTION:In November\, Mainers will face Question 1\, a critical referendum that will dismantle our popular absentee voting program — a cornerstone of accessible elections in our state. \nJoin fellow Maine Democrats as we work to canvass our friends and neighbors in on Wednesday\, Sept. 24th\, 2:00 – 5:00pm in Ellsworth and fight back against this voter suppression referendum. \nLocation will be provided upon RSVP. \nSign up to Canvass with Maine Dems in Ellsworth. 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/canvass-in-ellsworth-to-help-save-voting-rights-2/
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SUMMARY:Graham in Ellsworth! Town Hall at Fogtown Brewing
DESCRIPTION:From Graham: I’m coming to you. We’ll be at Fogtown Brewing from 6:00pm-7:00pm on Monday\, Sept. 22nd. I hope you’ll come and check out this movement we’re building to defeat Susan Collins and her multi-billionaire backers. Come out\, ask questions\, and bring a friend or three. I’ll see you there. \nRSVP here. 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/graham-in-ellsworth-town-hall-at-fogtown-brewing/
LOCATION:Fogtown Brewing Company\, 25 Pine Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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SUMMARY:Corea Meet and Greet with Jordan Wood
DESCRIPTION:Meet Democratic U.S. Senate Candidate Jordan Wood Sunday\, September 19th from 4:30-6:30pm in Corea at the home of Mark Kallick and David Moore \nFree and open to the public\, bring questions and learn why Jordan is the right person to serve Mainers in Washington. Donations are welcome\, but not required. \nInstructions to attend will be provided upon RSVP. Sign up to attend. \nQuestions? Please email megan@electjordan.com
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/corea-meet-and-greet-with-jordan-wood/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
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SUMMARY:HDCD September Meeting: Nina Milliken with Jan Collins
DESCRIPTION:Our guests will be Representative Nina Milliken with Jan Collins\, a retired teacher who serves on the Board of Visitors for Franklin County Jail and acts as a liaison with the prison branch of the NAACP. \nMs Collins’ presentation will answer the question\, “I’ve never been arrested\, why should I care?” She will explain how the criminal legal system touches all of us. \nRepresentative Milliken works on criminal legal reform bills in her work in the Maine House of Representatives and will explain why she thinks this work is so important. \nThis month’s meeting will be held both in person at the UU Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. \nRegister for Zoom. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting. \n\n\n 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hdcd-meeting-nina-milliken-with-jan-collins/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
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SUMMARY:WCDC Democratic Candidates for Governor Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Waldo County Democratic Committee will hold a Democratic Candidates for Governor Forum September 14\, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Mount View High School\, 577 Mount View Road\, in Thorndike. \nYou’ll hear directly from the four dynamic Democratic candidates who’ve joined the race for governor: Angus King III\, Hannah Pingree\, Shenna Bellows\, and Troy Jackson. Acclaimed Maine journalist Murray Carpenter will guide the group through a vibrant discussion\, keeping the energy high and the conversation meaningful. \nIf you can’t make it in person\, don’t worry—the entire event will be filmed and available to watch on the Waldo County Democrats website soon afterwards. \nRSVP requested here on Mobilize or by email info@waldocountydemocrats.com. \nBring your spirit\, your questions\, and your commitment to a better Maine.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/dc-democratic-candidates-for-governor-forum/
LOCATION:Mount View High School\, 577 Mount View Road\, Thorndike\, ME\, 04986
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
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SUMMARY:Canvass with Maine Dems in Ellsworth! - No On Question 1
DESCRIPTION:In November\, Mainers will face Question 1\, a critical referendum that will dismantle our popular absentee voting program — a cornerstone of accessible elections in our state. \nJoin fellow Maine Democrats as we work to canvass our friends and neighbors in on Saturday\, Sept. 13th in Ellsworth and fight back against this voter suppression referendum. \nTwo time options: 10:00 am or 1:00 pm. Location will be provided upon RSVP. \nSign up to Canvass with Maine Dems in Ellsworth. 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/canvass-with-maine-dems-in-ellsworth-no-on-question-1/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T160000
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SUMMARY:Save Our Voting Rights
DESCRIPTION:A public forum on protecting Maine’s absentee voting rights will be held on September 7\, 3:00-4:00 PM at Blue Hill Public Library’s Howard Room. The event features two speakers: Ann Luther from the League of Women Voters discussing nationwide voter suppression\, and Beth Allen of Save Maine Absentee Voting explaining opposition to Question 1 on the November 4 ballot. The forum focuses on defending absentee voting\, particularly for the 40% of Maine voters and 60% of seniors who rely on this voting method. \nSpace is limited. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Pre-register here. 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/save-our-voting-rights/
LOCATION:Blue HIll Library\, 5 Parker Point Road\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
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SUMMARY:Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here with Bernie Sanders in Portland on Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:RSVP today to say you’ll join Bernie in Portland on Monday\, September 1!\nWith Special Guests Troy Jackson and Graham Platner\nMonday\, September 1\n3:30pm Doors Open\n5:00pm Music by Josh Ritter\n6:00pm Speaking Program Starts\nCross Insurance Arena\n1 Civic Center Square\, Portland\, ME 04101 \nRSVP
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/fighting-oligarchy-where-we-go-from-here-with-bernie-sanders-in-portland/
LOCATION:Cross Insurance Arena\, 1 Civic Center Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T132333Z
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SUMMARY:Labor Day Peaceful Standout\, Rally & March
DESCRIPTION:10:30 – 11:15am\nStandout on High Street. Single file on the sidewalk. Shaw’s side of the road only. Please bring a pot and a spoon to bang at the end of the standout to show solidarity for Gaza. \n12:00 – 1:30pm\nRally & March\, Ellsworth City Hall parking lot.\nSpeakers\, union songs\, donation bucket to benefit Mano en Mano. Please bring a pot and a spoon to bang at the end of the standout to show solidarity for Gaza.\nAfter the rally we will march on Main Street. Veterans will lead the march. \nPeacekeepers and medics will be on site at all events. We Rise is committed to nonviolence. By participating in a We Rise action we committed to peaceful protest. \nFor more information contact:\nhancockcountyactivists@gmail.com \nacadiaaction@gmail.com
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/labor-day-peaceful-standout-rally-march/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Shaw’s\, 175 High Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T183000
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SUMMARY:Graham in Bar Harbor! Meet and Greet Fundraiser at Sweet Pea's Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Graham Platner will be at Sweet Pea’s Cafe from 5:00pm-6:30pm on Saturday\, Aug. 30th. Come out\, ask questions\, and bring a friend or three.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/graham-in-bar-harbor/
LOCATION:Sweet Pea’s Cafe\, 854 ME-3\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250826T185538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T154614Z
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SUMMARY:Graham in Sullivan! Meet and Greet Fundraiser at the home of Judy Ashby and Ray Weintraub
DESCRIPTION:Graham Platner will be at the Home of Judy Ashby and Ray Weintraub\, 2816 U.S. Rte 1\, from 12:00pm-1:30pm on Saturday\, Aug. 30th. Come out\, ask questions\, and bring a friend or three.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/graham-in-sullivan-meet-and-greet-fundraiser-at-the-home-of-judy-ashby-and-ray-weintraub/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250826T185759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T185759Z
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SUMMARY:Graham in Ellsworth! Meet and Greet Fundraiser at the Home of Carol Leonard and Tom Lajoie
DESCRIPTION:Graham Platner will be at the Home of Carol Leonard and Tom Lajoie\, 222 Red Bridge Rd\, from 5:00pm-6:30pm on Thursday\, Aug. 28th. Come out\, ask questions\, and bring a friend or three.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/graham-in-ellsworth-meet-and-greet-fundraiser-at-the-home-of-carol-leonard-and-tom-lajoie/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T200000
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CREATED:20250814T130510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T161002Z
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SUMMARY:The Blue Hill Fair
DESCRIPTION:HCDC will have a booth at The Blue Hill Fair. Please stop for some swag and to talk about what’s important to you.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/the-blue-hill-fair/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Fairgrounds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250811T142539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T131708Z
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SUMMARY:Save Maine Absentee Voting Event - Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:This November\, a dangerous referendum threatens to roll back our safe\, secure absentee voting system—putting up barriers for seniors\, people with disabilities\, and working Mainers. \nJoin us for the Save Maine Absentee Voting fundraiser. Both Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and Senate Candidate Graham Platner will be there. RSVP here. \nCome show your support for voting rights and learn about the Save Maine Absentee Voting campaign at Fogtown Brewing Company on August 25th. We’ll be talking about how we will protect every Maine voter’s ability to cast a ballot and what you can do to help. \nContribution Levels:\nDemocracy Defender: $500\nVoting Rights Champion: $250\nBallot Backer: $100\nAbsentee Ally: $50\nFriend of the Vote: Whatever you’re able to contribute\nDonate here.  \nCohosts\,\nTina & Eric Stein\nJustin & Rachael Alfond\nMargot & Roger Milliken
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/save-maine-absentee-voting-event-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Fogtown Brewing Company\, 25 Pine Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250708T132905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T115513Z
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SUMMARY:Community Outreach Training
DESCRIPTION:Studies show that community canvassing works at increasing voter participation and also more wins for candidates we support. You can do community canvassing on your time schedule and you’ll see it makes a Real Difference. About 20% of eligible voters did not vote in 2024 and if we cut that in half in 2026 it will make a wave of a difference. Again\, it doesn’t take much time but is highly effective and rewarding. \nLearn how to communicate effectively and have a chance to try it out. Local leaders will demonstrate. Learning how to actively listen can be a powerful way to make a difference with disengaged voters or people of differing views. Recently\, a trained HCDC member pulled this off with a strong Trump supporter. At the end\, they hugged each other. \nTraining will be held at the HCDC office in Ellsworth. If you would like to participate in canvassing training\, submit the interest form and we’ll get in touch with details. \n 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/canvassing-training-2/
LOCATION:HCDC Office\, 53 Church Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250818T114147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T181831Z
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SUMMARY:Acadia Action Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Hancock County Democrats are invited to an important Acadia Action meeting this August 19th at 6 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church\, Ellsworth\, 121 Bucksport Road. Graham Platner will speak at 7:00pm about his entrance in the race for U.S. Senate. \nThere is a zoom available for those who would like to participate by zoom. Parking will be limited\, so there will be shuttles taking folks from the steps of Ellsworth City Hall (where there’s a lot more parking) at 5:20\, 5:30 and 5:40pm. \n 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/acadia-action-meeting/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250818T111535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T112143Z
UID:2224-1755626400-1755631800@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Jordan Wood Courage not Concern Tour: Ellsworth Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join Democratic U.S. Senate Candidate Jordan Wood for the next stop in his Courage Not Concern public Town Hall Tour in Ellsworth\, Tuesday\, Aug. 19th. Free and open to the public\, bring questions and learn why Jordan wants to serve Mainers in Washington. \nLocal address in Ellsworth will be shared at sign up. Sign up here. \nFree and open to the public\, but capacity is limited. \nDoors Open: 6:00 PM \nEvent begins: 6:30 PM \nTo learn more about Jordan and his campaign\, please visit ElectJordan.com \nNo audio or video recording without prior authorization. \nThe organizers reserve the right to refuse entry at their sole discretion.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/jordan-wood-courage-not-concern-tour-ellsworth-town-hall/
LOCATION:Ellsworth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250818T112036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T112036Z
UID:2228-1755612000-1755615600@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Jordan on Tap - Blue Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Jordan for a casual gathering\, over a pint or a bite. \nThis is not formal speaking engagement. Come meet Jordan\, learn about his campaign\, and ask him some questions. \nNo donation required to attend. \nJordan provided\, drinks for purchase. \nThe address will be provided following RSVP. \nRSVP Here.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/jordan-on-tap-blue-hill/
LOCATION:Blue HIll
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250724T120905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T174837Z
UID:2141-1755198000-1755203400@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:The Effects of Shifting Federal Budget Priorities on Hancock County:  A Moderated Forum
DESCRIPTION:With Representatives Gary Friedmann\, Holly Eaton\, Nina Milliken\, and representatives from local organizations\nThursday\, August 14\, 2025 7–8:30PM\nAt the Unitarian Universalist Church\, Ellsworth and via Zoom. \nThe nation is experiencing a massive shift in federal budget priorities as a result of the passage of the recently enacted federal budget\, executive orders\, rescissions\, and budget allocations. Learn about how these policy changes will impact us here in Hancock County\, and what can be done in response. \nThis moderated forum will feature a panel of local state reps\, nonprofits\, and organizations affected by the budgetary cuts to talk about what impacts will be expected in their areas of work. \nFor those who wish to attend virtually\, pre-registration will be required.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/effects-of-shifting-federal-budget-priorities/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250727T120209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142800Z
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SUMMARY:HCDC August Meeting: 12th Marvin Ott Lecture: America and the World in the Reign of Donald ll
DESCRIPTION:Marvin Ott is a professor at Johns Hopkins University and senior scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center of the Smithsonian Institution who spent four decades with the federal government. His annual lectures provide an opportunity for citizens in and around Hancock County to learn about current world issues from an international affairs expert. \nThe free talk will take place from 1:00-2:00pm in the theater of the Moore Community Center in Ellsworth. At the conclusion of his talk\, Ott will answer questions from the audience. \nEach year\, HCDC co-sponsors this event with The Ellsworth American. \nHCDC Meeting\nHCDC members are asked to meet after the Marvin Ott lecture to go over some important business. This part of the meeting will be hybrid\, so if you can’t make the lecture in person\, please join us by Zoom at 2:30pm. Pre-register here.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/12th-marvin-ott-lecture/
LOCATION:Moore Community Center\, 125 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T180000
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CREATED:20250724T121419Z
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SUMMARY:WE RISE with Righteous Anger! Peaceful Standout
DESCRIPTION:WE RISE Peaceful Standout will be held in Ellsworth on Saturday\, August 2nd from 4:30-6:00 pm. Standout on High Street sidewalks between Wendy’s and Shinbashi (park in the Shaws parking lot) and Key Bank to LLBean (park at Key Bank or LLBean parking lot). Single file\, off the curb. Please bring signs\, flags and a chair if more comfortable.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/we-rise-peaceful-standout/
LOCATION:High Street\, Ellsworth\, High Street\, Ellsworth\, Maine\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250731T132518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T132518Z
UID:2187-1754136000-1754139600@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Blue Hill Standout
DESCRIPTION:The weekly standout in Blue Hill takes place along main street in front of the town hall.\nThis weekly protest began in Nov 2023 to oppose the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza but all activists are invited to participate.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/weekly-blue-hill-standout/
LOCATION:Main St\, Blue Hill
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T120000
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SUMMARY:Southwest Harbor Standing
DESCRIPTION:This weekly standout takes place in Southwest Harbor at Pemetic green/St. John’s Church and all are invited to\nstand and promote administration change in all ways.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/southwest-harbor-standing/
LOCATION:Pemetic Green – Southwest Harbor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T181500
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250620T200730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T201418Z
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SUMMARY:The Next Generation of Leadership: David Hogg and Hannah Pingree
DESCRIPTION:David Hogg turned 25 in April and\, by then\, the politician and activist has already founded not one\, but two nonprofit organizations: March for Our Lives and The Leaders We Deserve. Hogg is a survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting\, and his activism started there. He helped organize and amplify the 2018 gun violence protests and marches calling for sensible gun controls. Together with his sister Laura Hogg\, he wrote the book Never Again: A New Generation Draws the Line. Hogg will speak with Hannah Pingree\, the youngest woman ever elected both majority leader of the Maine House of Representatives and Speaker of the House\, about getting young progressive people in office. \nSee the COA Summer Institute Schedule for more information.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/the-next-generation-of-leadership-david-hogg-and-hannah-pingree/
LOCATION:College of the Atlantic\, 105 Eden Street\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250724T120700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T120700Z
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SUMMARY:One Million Rising: Building Resistance
DESCRIPTION:One Million Rising is a national effort to train one million people to resist authoritarianism – together. Through a series of trainings and local gatherings\, communities will gain the skills and people power to stop this Administration from gaining more power. \nThis is ongoing online training which takes place each Wednesday. \nSee the schedule and register.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/one-million-rising-building-resistance/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250724T120153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T120153Z
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SUMMARY:Talk To Your Sheriff Training
DESCRIPTION:The best way to encourage your sheriffs to not cooperate with ICE is to talk to your sheriff\, in person or online\, in your community. Disappeared In America is a campaign led by a growing coalition of immigrant rights\, faith\, rule of law\, and pro-democracy organizations. It is providing resources to help people learn more about resisting deportations. \nThis is an online event. Register Online.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/talk-to-your-sheriff-training/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250724T115619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T152118Z
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SUMMARY:ICE and Local Law Enforcement: What Works Best?
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation with Reps. Russell White and Tavis Hasenfus \nTwo Maine House Reps will discuss LD 1971 from opposing viewpoints using a nonconfrontational Better Angels debate model. They are Rep. Russell White (R-Ellsworth) and Rep Tavis Hasenfus (D-Readfield). \nThis is an online event. Register Online.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ice-and-local-law-enforcement-what-works-best/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250710T122326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T160340Z
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SUMMARY:New Ellsworth Democrats Open House Party
DESCRIPTION:The New Ellsworth Democrats will hold an Open House and Fundraiser on Friday\, July 26th at 6:00pm at the home of the HCDC chair\, Charles Stephens. \nThis event will be a great place to connect with fellow Democrats as well as to hear from leaders in your community. All are welcome. We encourage donations from those with the means to contribute financially. \nIf you would like to attend\, please RSVP.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/new-ellsworth-democrats-open-house-party/
LOCATION:NED Open House\, 39 Prett's Meadow Lane\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250708T132810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T153116Z
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SUMMARY:Canvassing Training
DESCRIPTION:Studies show that community canvassing works at increasing voter participation and also more wins for candidates we support. You can do community canvassing on your time schedule and you’ll see it makes a Real Difference. About 20% of eligible voters did not vote in 2024 and if we cut that in half in 2026 it will make a wave of a difference. Again\, it doesn’t take much time but is highly effective and rewarding. \nTraining will be held at the HCDC office in Ellsworth. If you would like to participate in canvassing training\, go to Make a real difference by canvassing and submit the interest form.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/canvassing-training/
LOCATION:HCDC Office\, 53 Church Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T013943
CREATED:20250620T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T123845Z
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SUMMARY:Hancock Dems Annual Picnic and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Also sponsored by the Ellsworth Democrats and New Era Resistors. \nThe Hancock County Democratic Committee monthly meeting will include some music and a potluck picnic in and around the gazebo in Harbor Park at 413 Water Street in Ellsworth. There is also a food truck available. The primary goal of the meeting is just to have a fun and relaxing time with fellow Democrats. There will be a brief business meeting and then talks from two young and committed Democrats\, Carmen LaHaye\, who just graduated from Ellsworth High School\, will talk about her work as an HCDC intern and how her generation receives news\, and Rob Faucher\, chairman and chief organizer of the New Ellsworth Democrats\, will talk about hope for the future and how Democrats can win again. Troy Jackson will be there as our first 2026 gubernatorial candidate to introduce himself and speak briefly to our membership.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hancock-dems-annual-picnic-and-potluck/
LOCATION:Harbor Park and Marina\, 413 Water Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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