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Wednesday, February 01, 2023 at 07:00 PM Paris Time · 18 rsvps
Holy Trinity Church Hall in Nice, FrancePolitical Wine in February
Welcome to our first Political Wine of 2023! We welcome you all to come and interact with fellow Americans in the region and engage in American political discussions. Also it is the last day to submit your candidancy for our Riviera Chapter Elections - please consider volunteering your time.This social event is open to D.A. members only due to limited seating. There is no charge for this event, but we ask everyone to bring their own refreshments.
Though masks are not mandatory, mask wearing is welcome. We will limit seating and ensure the room is open to fresh air. We want everyone to feel secure in attending and are mindful that everyone has different comfort levels. We look forward to seeing you all in person! -
Thursday, February 02, 2023 at 06:30 PM Paris Time · 4 rsvps
Ninkasi Guillotière in Lyon, FranceFirst Thursday Groundhog's Day Drinks
Come join us for delicious drinks, good food, savory discussions, a toast to Groundhog’s Day and, quite simply, a good time on Thursday, February 2nd starting at 6:30 pm. Get the skinny on Board member elections and planned events for 2023.
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Saturday, February 04, 2023 at 06:00 PM Time · 9 rsvps
Saveurs Bio Restaurant in Toulouse, FranceChocolate Tasting
Just in time for Valentine's Day!
Pianist and chocolatier with a big heart Tom Neuhaus will treat Democrats Abroad Toulouse to a 30-minute concert of Bach and Chopin préludes, followed by an update on the good work of Project Hope and Fairness, the association Tom created to accompany the development of two villages in Ivory Coast through their production of chocolate.
The event will include a blind taste test of different chocolate varieties and a sampling of the products of the Ivorian chocolatiers. You can help support their work by taking home some chocolates to share with your valentines.
We are asking for a minimum donation of $8 to cover the cost of the venue for the event and to help support Democrats Abroad Toulouse. Your rsvp to the chocolate tasting will be confirmed upon payment.
After the event you will have the option to stay for dinner (not included, guests will settle their bills with the restaurant directly at the end of the meal). Saveurs Bio offers an organic vegetarian buffet as well as a full menu of vegetarian dishes, meat, and fish at reasonable prices.
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Monday, February 06, 2023 at 07:00 PM Paris Time
ZoomYouth Caucus Elections Information Session
Come join us on zoom on February 6th to learn more about the upcoming DA France Youth Caucus elections. Find out what positions you can run for, how to declare candidacy, and get answers to your burning questions.
Eight positions of the DA France Youth Caucus Steering Committee are up for election for the 2023-2024 US election cycle.
👉 Submit a candidate statement by email to [email protected] by February 13 2023.
✅ Eligibility: Candidates should be members of Democrats Abroad France, U.S. citizens 18 years or older and be able to serve a full term of two years. Previous organizing experience is welcome but not necessary.
🍻 We will be holding an informational meeting on February 6, and a meet and greet for candidates during our Politics & Pints event on February 16.
Co-chairs (2)
- Ensure the caucus is carrying out its mission of registering voters and engaging young Americans living abroad in the political process
- Organize and lead Youth Caucus steering committee meetings
- Provide support and direction to Youth Caucus working groups
- Collaborate with other DA France caucuses and local chapters on joint activities and events
- Prepare monthly report on Youth Caucus activities, trouble spots, and upcoming events
- Represent the Youth Caucus on the DA France Executive Committee
Events Officers (2)
- Ideate new events to draw in members outside our current network
- Support national DA France events, including fundraisers, social events, and protests
- Organize monthly and ad-hoc events for the youth caucus (Politics & Pints, debate watch parties, book clubs, trivia night, protests, invited speakers)
GOTV Officers (2)
- Build and maintain contacts with American organisations in France (universities, US businesses, volunteer organizations, interest groups) to organize voter tabling during election season
- Motivate & organize volunteers for voter registration events
- Partner with DA France to help staff voter registration efforts and phonebanking events
- Flyer for ‘get-out-the-vote’ (GOTV) events and volunteer opportunities with DA France Youth Caucus
Communications Officers (2)
- Amplify the voices of young Americans in DA France, create content informing young Americans in France of their right to vote in US elections
- Maintain and build social channels (Facebook page, DA website, group chats, etc.) and help shape national digital strategy, from messaging to ad placement
- Create visuals and text for upcoming events
- Build relationships with students, schools, organizations throughout France to promote the work of the DAF Youth Caucus
To run for election: You may nominate yourself by declaring your candidacy, or you may be nominated by someone else. You may also nominate another person for a position. To declare your candidacy or make a nomination, please email the Elections Board at [email protected]. Candidates must submit a candidate’s statement (no more than 200 words). If you are nominating another person, please put that person on copy of your email.
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Tuesday, February 07, 2023 at 10:30 AM 2 Blvd Henri IV Time · 2 rsvps
Pont Sully - Corner of Blvd Henri IV & Quai Henri IV in Paris, FranceDA Paris Walk & Talk
Join Democrats Abroad Paris once a month as we meet up in central Paris to WALK & TALK, and explore our glorious city by foot. Our destination varies each time we meet, and often ends with lunch (optional, as folks have time and interest). Come meet your fellow Democrat Abroad in Paris — and get your 10,000 steps in! All are welcome. This event is FREE.
We meet every first Tuesday of the month at 10:30A across from the Pont Sully on the right bank, in front of the LCL Bank (2 Blvd. Henri IV, the corner of Blvd Henri IV and Quai Henri IV), in the 4th arrondissement. By metro: Sully Morland exit on Line 7, or Bastille exit Line 1, 5, 8.
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Political Forum
Join Political Forum host Jean-Pierre LaRochelle and leaders of Democrats Abroad France in a free-wheeling discussion of current events and news of the month, and share your views with other attendees. Send your questions to [email protected]
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Politico-Cultural Chat : Bordeaux Chapter Zoom Event
BORDEAUX CHAPTER POLITICO-CULTURE CHAT
Join this freewheeling discussion of American politics as it touches upon History, Art , Film, Psychology …… (because “tout est politique”).
Every second Wednesday of the month, our two-hour zoom Chat takes off from a file listing articles and artifacts, centered around a given theme. This optional “Chat File”, new each month and ready on the 5th, comes to you by e-mail.
You will receive the information for joining via zoom when you RSVP.
Prepared and moderated by Trudy Bolter.
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Wednesday, February 08, 2023 at 06:30 PM Paris Time · 13 rsvps
Coq à L' ne in Paris, FranceMeet and cocktail mixer
Join the DA France Paris Chapter for our first event of 2023, and connect with your fellow Democrats as we discuss politics, the issues and our victories in the midterms over a drink or two!
The event is free, and drinks are available for purchase. We have the backroom reserved for our group.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 8th, 2022 – 18:30h to 21:30h
Where: Coq à L'Âne (28 Rue Croix des Petits Champs, 75001 Paris)
Coq à l’Âne is located in the 1er arrondissement and is accessible via Metro lines 1, 7, 14, RER A, B, and D (stations Pyramides, Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre, or Châtelet-Les Halles).
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Marseille Meetup!
Please join us for drinks and more at our next Meetup in Marseille!
Thursday FEB 9th 6 :30-8 :30pm
At Mund’art
72 Rue de la Joliette
13002 Marseille
All are welcome please invite any other Americans you may know!
We will be informing our members about our upcoming local Chapter Elections.
We would love to have some of you join our team..
Everyone can do something no matter how big or small to support our party.
Our volunteers each contribute what they can, and this is what makes our team so special.
RSVP now !
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Friday, February 10, 2023 at 06:00 PM Paris Time · 19 rsvps
Frog Revolution in Paris, FranceWomen's Caucus Happy-ish Hour
THE MIDTERM ELECTIONS BROUGHT RESULTS DEMOCRATS CAN BE PROUD OF! BUT WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE AND OTHER RIGHTS?
Join the Democrats Abroad France Women’s Caucus for an in-person update on the onslaught of issues that women faced in 2022 and how they can be dealt with in 2023. Dobb’s overturned Roe, but the fight goes on.
Salli Swartz, Chair, Reproductive Justice, Global Women’s Caucus will give a summary of new strategies to protect our rights.
Join us Friday, February 10, 2023, 6-8 pm for Happy-ish Hour @ Frog Revolution
9 rue de la Bastille, 75004 (Metro Bastille and many buses).
Meet new people, reconnect with old friends and learn more about how you can get involved!
Back to the era of the coat hanger and knitting needles? NO!
Come out and learn more about the caucus, our work in the past, and our plans for the upcoming year.