Stuttgart September Chapter Meeting
We're starting back up with our monthly meetings at Forum 3 in Stuttgart Stadtmitte. At our September meeting, we'll discuss the primary debates, share information about upcoming state elections, and learn more about specific projects DA has organized to help us make an impact from overseas. Oh, and we have fresh merchandise.
Please join us for an evening of conversation and treat yourself to a new piece of wearable resistance. See you there!
Please send any questions or requests for specific agenda items to stuttgart@democratsabroad.de
Take the U2, U4, U14, or U34 to Rotebühlplatz Stadtmitte and walk two blocks northeast along Theodor-Heuss-Straße.
Take the S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6, S11, S13, S21, S32, S60 to Stadtmitte and walk two blocks northeast along Theodor-Heuss-Straße.
There are also several parking garages in the vicinity if you plan to drive in.
Panel discussion: Vote from Abroad! 35 Years of Democrats Abroad Kaiserslautern
The Kaiserslautern chapter of the Democrats Abroad celebrates its 35 year anniversary! Time to look back on the work of the organization, the efforts to register Americans abroad, the current political climate and to discuss what is planned for the next 35 years! Our director Dr. Sirakov will talk about this and more with Candice Kerestan, the Democrats Abroad Germany Chair and Ron Schlundt, Treasurer of Democrats Abroad Germany and also the founder of the Kaiserslautern chapter. There will also be information availabe on how to register to vote, merchandise, and much more!
This event will be held in English. There will be a reception after the panel discussion.
Please register via email at info@atlantische-akademie.de or phone (0631-366100).
Link to the event on the Atlantische Akademie website.
Heidelberg Chapter Monthly Meeting!
Join us for good food, drink and lively political discussion. This is iour Chapter's usual get-together and is a chance to meet like-minded Americans in a casual atmosphere, and to find out what the Heidelberg Chapter of Democrats Abroad is planning in the upcoming months. As usual, we will discuss some current political topics, which almost always becomes a pretty lively discussion. Look forward to seeing you there!
Kaiserslautern Chapter's Annual Welcome Back After Labor Day Picnic and second Democrats Abroad Day!
Be part of the celebration! Join us Saturday, September 7th for our annual After Labor Day Picnic. and the second Democrats Abroad Day! There will be lots to discuss as we get ready for the 2020 Campaign!
Bring a few new members and your favorite dish for the Potluck.
Bruchmuhlbach-Miesau (Elschbach) 66892
Germany
Google map and directions
Coffee and Cake in Düsseldorf
Join Democrats Abroad Düsseldorf-Ruhrgebiet for a weekday coffee and cake session. We know our evening and weekend meetings don't work for everyone, so we're going to try out a weekday meeting. We plan to meet at a member's house in the Düsseldorf-Altstadt for coffee, cake, and a lively chat about politics and opportunities to get involved. Please RSVP for the address.
Whether you're a dedicated regular or a first-timer interested in getting to know Democrats Abroad better, we look forward to seeing you at the event!
Craft Beer and Postcarding
We'll be meeting up in Duisburg to visit Bierbude, a local craft beer store and bar (with a great selection of American beer!) and work on postcards for the 2019 Virginia legislature race. We've partnered with Sister District (https://sisterdistrict.com/) to identify worthy candidates in winnable districts. We'll provide the postcards and pens, you bring your writing hand and your thirst.
Come out to chat and help turn VA blue!
Directions to Venue:
It's a 15 minute walk from Duisburg Hauptbahnhof, or a quick subway ride from Duisburg HBF on the U79 (Direction: Düsseldorf HBF) to the König Heinrich Platz stop, with a three minute walk from there to Wallstr 3.
Democrats Abroad Halle/Leipzig Meetup!
Are you passionate about US politics but feel like you don't have much opportunity to make an impact? Especially all the way over here in Halle and Leipzig? 
Well, I feel the same way, so let's get the Democrats Abroad Halle/Leipzig Precinct going!
Democrats Abroad is the official Democratic party organization that aims to represent US citizens overseas. There are many available caucuses to pursue specific passions. By starting a local precinct, we can successfully reach all of the US citizens living in the area and mobilize voter for the 2020 election!
It just takes a couple minutes to learn more and sign up at: https://www.democratsabroad.org/de
At this kick-off meetup, there will be an opportunity to introduce ourselves and briefly discuss possible directions our precinct could go. The location is perfect as it is decorated with hokey US stuff, plus there's food, drinks, bowling, and a chance to bring board games/cards if you favor socializing over a game. Please come, and if you know other Democrat Americans invite them, too!
I will make sure to have a clear sign with "Democrats Abroad Halle-Leipzig" written on it so you can find the table :)
RSVP
Please, RSVP on this page if you plan on coming to the event so I can call ahead of time and reserve a table with enough seats. Help us out by inviting your American friends and acquaintances -- and you can share this event on Facebook too.
Augustastraße 5
Halle (Saale), Sachsen-Anhalt 06108
Germany
Google map and directions
Oktoberfest 2019 in Munich
What started out 11 years ago as a Democrats Abroad "FUN-draiser" is now one of DA’s premier events worldwide. Join us at Munich’s Oktoberfest, with 100 Democrats from all around the world, in one of the most traditional beer tents.
Join us on Sunday, October 6, 2019, for the 11th Annual Democrats Abroad Oktoberfest Extravaganza! This is a fun event for members from around Germany and around Europe to come together and have a good time.
We have reservations for tables in the "Gallerie", specifically an area upstairs so that we are above the main crowd, from 11 am until 2:30 pm.
Early bird sales are now complete, if you RSVPed before July 1 and have not yet confirmed your ticket, please send us an email using the contact details below. Starting on July 1st, ticket prices have increased to $85.
Each ticket includes:
- A reserved seat in the “Gallerie”
- A half roasted chicken (there are vegetarian options available)
- Two liters of Spaten beer (there are other beverage options, too)
- A 10-euro coupon for other purchases (food/drink).
To reserve your tickets, please select the number of tickets below.
JOIN US – YOU’LL NEVER FORGET IT!
“I loved being able to get together with DA friends and have fun at this world-famous event!" Christine Moritz, Frankfurt
“It doesn't get better than this, Bavarian hospitality, beer, dirndls & lederhosen. Democrats from around the world lifting a glass to elect more Democrats! Prost!" Susan Haug, London
“I had a great weekend in Munich, and Oktoberfest is yet more proof that Democrats know how to Party!" Scott Stroud, Toulouse
Final Friday Pub Night!
It’s the final Friday of the month! You made it! Join us and celebrate as we wrap up the month of August with our Final Friday Pub Night in Riedel's Ottensen's lovely Biergarten. It's a great way to meet other Americans, talk about current events and politics, and kick off the Labor Day Weekend in style. So come and join us for a drink!
August Book Club: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Join us for the August gathering of the Democrats Abroad book club! We'll discuss Americanah, a novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
The goal is to provide a shared reading experience and relaxed discussion space for Democrats Abroad members. Please share this event with your American friends and acquaintances in Berlin! As always, we welcome new faces, even if you've never attended a meeting or an event before.
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
"A powerful, tender story of race and identity by the award-winning author of Half of a Yellow Sun." 477 pages.
RSVP
It's not required, but on this page so we have a rough idea of how many people to expect.
Other upcoming Democrats Abroad events:
Tue. August 6th, 2019:
Democratic Primary Debate Bingo & Fundraiser
https://www.democratsabroad.org/polexa/democratic_primary_debate_bingo_fundraiser?recruiter_id=1464
Tue. August 13th, 2019
Taco Tuesday in Dresden
https://www.democratsabroad.org/polexa/tacotuesday_august_democratsabroad_dresden?recruiter_id=1464