Learn about what's going on in the Frankfurt & Greater Hessen Chapter of Democrats Abroad Germany in March and April 2022.
March 2022 Newsletter
Friday, April 8th, 18:00 – 21:00:
Wine & Cheese Open House
In these turbulent times, we want to provide an opportunity for our members to gather and enjoy the comforts of camaraderie. You're welcome to contribute a bottle of wine, some beer, an appetizer, some cheese, etc. - but a contribution is definitely not expected or required. Come alone or with a partner or friend.
The party will take place at a member’s apartment overlooking Holzhausenpark in Nordend, Frankfurt with large windows guaranteeing a good air flow.
Please RSVP to [email protected] and we’ll send you the exact address. The party will be a 3G event for all adults. Children are welcome.
Thursday, March 24th, 18:30 – 19:00:
Monthly Chapter Administrative Meeting Via Zoom
Everyone is invited to participate and contribute their thoughts and ideas or just listen in and learn how to get more involved.
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Monthly Chapter Meeting Agenda (join & leave for any portion): |
18:30 – 19:00: |
Short administrative meeting |
19:00 – 19:30: |
Digestif: Those who choose may stay on for an open discussion to aid digestion of global and political events. |
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Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94833994504?pwd=NVhXSDRvV2E2MGljcktxV1dObEt1dz09 Meeting ID: 948 3399 4504 Passcode: 828388 |
Sunday, March 27th, 9:00 – 12:00:
Aschaffenburg In-Person Breakfast
Join other US citizens and their families for breakfast, discussion and camaraderie on Sunday, March 27th at Restaurant Wanderheim Gailbach (Dörrmorsbacher Str. 85, 63743 Aschaffenburg) between 9:00 – 12:00. (Organized by U.S. Veterans of Aschaffenburg and their families.)
And it’s not just “any” breakfast….
Sunday, March 27th, 17:00:
CELEBRATE WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH WITH DAG WOMEN'S CAUCUS
Reproductive rights are hanging in the balance and are essentially at the risk of being erased!
The National Women's History Alliance's theme of Women's History Month 2022 is "Providing Healing, Promoting Hope”. This DAG Women's Caucus and Wiesbaden Mainz Chapter event will focus on reproductive rights: where we were, where we are, where we want to be and what we can do!
Please join us for the two short films Roe at Risk and When Abortion was Illegal, discussion on Reproductive Justice, and learn what you can do to help.
RSVP to receive the zoom link.
Sunday, April 23rd, 12:30:
Mid-Hessen Luncheon
All are invited to join the fun for the Middle Hessen Precinct spring social and voter outreach. Bring your family and your American friends. You can also forward the Meet-Learn-Party! webpage to other Americans who would like to come.
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There is plenty of parking, but if you need transport from the Reiskirchen Bahnhof, let Angela know when you RSVP.
RSVP with your lunch choices (below) by April 15. Order by number. *Please let us know if you'd prefer meals 1 and 2 without meat.*
#1 Flammkuchen mit Speck und Zwiebel - 8,90* €
#2 Großer gemischter Salat mit Hänchenbrust und Baguette - 10,90* €
#3 Cordon Bleu mit Bratkartoffeln und Salat - 15,90 €
#4 Schnitzel Wiener Art mit Pommes und Salat - 13,50 €
#5 Burger mit Pommes und Salat - 11,50 €
EMPOWER YOURSELF:
If you are concerned about the health of our democracy, please join our chapter’s “COUNT ME IN!”campaign. Simply email us at [email protected] and state: “COUNT ME IN!”.
We will then send you (via regular mail) a suggestion of one concrete task each month to make a difference and do your part.
In case you missed this update:
2022 monthly chapter meetings: 4th Thursday of the month 18:30 p.m.
Our monthly chapter meetings will now be held on the 4th Thursday of the month starting at 18:30 (instead of the 4th Monday of the month). The agenda will typically provide for 30 minutes of chapter administration items from 18:30 – 19:00 with any program or speakers beginning at 19:00.
FINALLY:
Please don’t be shy about contacting us at [email protected] if you would like to get more involved. Democrats Abroad is a great organization if you want to make a difference, engage in substantive discussions and form friendships made especially strong by the common goal of striving for a better world. Through our vote, each American has a tremendous influence on global affairs. Let’s work together to make the world better.
Stay safe, stay sane and pray for peace.
Kate Sawyer & Carl Landon Taylor
Chair and Vice Chair of Democrats Abroad Frankfurt