10:30 a.m. Gather for a Rally at the SLO County Courthouse

NOTE: The Juneteenth Celebration in SLO Mission Plaza has been canceled.

https://www.nokings.org/

De-escalation is the use of communication or other techniques during an encounter to stabilize, slow or reduce the intensity of a potentially violent situation without using physical force, or with a reduction in force. So in basic terms, using communication to prevent and/or calm down a tense situation.

Melanie Barket, an expert in crisis management, will lead a training giving you tips and takeaways to give you the tools you need if faced with a difficult, potentially violent interaction during these trying times. Handouts will be provided.

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SLOCDP Headquarters

75 Higuera Street #110

San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401United States (map)

Join SLO 50501 in fighting back!

Two generations ago, Americans rose up to crush fascism abroad. They risked everything — and many gave their lives — to defend freedom.
Today, that same threat is rising again — not in Europe, but here at home. A fascist movement, led by Trump and his oligarchy, seeks to dismantle the very democracy our veterans fought to protect.
Our future — and the legacy of those who fought before us — depends on what we do now.
It's time to rise up. It's time to say NO to Trump, NO to tyranny, and NO to oligarchy.
Join us in defending democracy. Stand up. Speak out. Fight back.
History is watching. What side will you be on?

Where: LOVR & Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo

Wednesday, june 4th

6:30 social time, 7 pm meeting

Grover Beach Community Center

1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach

We will be feasting on pizza and writing postcards!

Action Raffle is back on, so bring your completed action cards. Bring your singing voice for a closing song too!

Two weeks ago, we rallied. On Friday, 5/16, the Board released their agenda for this Tuesday's meeting and the "Resolution" proposed by Shannon Kessler of Harvest Church is on the agenda (#27). It is a discussion only, non-voting item, but Trustee Mike Fuller will be pressuring our Board to vote on this and we need you to SHOW UP. This Tuesday, 5/20, come at 8 p.m. to give public comment on item #27, the anti-trans resolution. Please prepare a 1 min public comment supporting trans youth and opposing this resolution.

Where: 602-G Orchard St, Arroyo Grande

Come join fellow Democrats at the South County Democratic Club's May Meeting.

Social time is at 6:30 pm, Meeting starts at 7 pm

Grover Beach Community Center
1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach

We're meeting in person this month!
(Zoom not available for this meeting)

We will be following up on our April Action Planning Meeting!

- Rally report from Tyler & Jesse (50501)
- Andrea Chmelik, Speaker
- Action Storytelling & sharing
- Action Plan Prize giveaway
- Closing Song

We need you to show up and be an ally for trans kids and the LGBTQ+ community!

Why? Right wing religious extremists have been swarming our School Board Meetings to demand discrimination again trans kids.

Who? YOU & any like-minded friends & family

What? Attend the meeting wearing an inclusive, LGBTQ+ friendly shirt or pin, You’re welcome to give public comment, but just your presence is enough to help our trans kids feel supported.

When & Where? 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 602-G Orchard St., Arroyo Grande

Next dates: May 6th, May 20th, June 10th

Mark your calendars now!

SLO 50501 is hosing a peaceful protest and food drive on Sunday, May 4, 4-6pm at the intersection of Broad St, South St, and Santa Barbara Ave in SLO.

If you are able to bring food donations for our local food banks and food pantries, please bring only:
- Non-expired, unopened food in its original packaging with a nutrition label and a list of ingredients.
- Nutritious food such as canned proteins, peanut butter, pasta, beans, canned veggies, etc.
The following can NOT be accepted:
Non-nutritious foods such as chips, instant ramen, cookies/cakes/brownie mix/cake mix, dietary supplements, etc.

Did you miss April 5th? Were you there and want MORE? Come on out to make your voice heard right here in South County! We’re meeting on the corner of Oak Park and Grand for a Protest Rally, joining 50501 for a National Day of Action. Park in one of the 4 lots at the intersection (Vons, Burger King, Rite Aid, 7 Eleven) and join us. Bring your sign!

Join historian Heather Cox Richardson and Jasmine Crockett on April 14 at 7PM ET/4PM PST as Red Wine & Blue marks the two-year anniversary of Project 2025’s launch. We’ll expose this dangerous plan and how it’s already affecting our rights and freedoms. You won’t want to miss this!

Register here: https://go.redwine.blue/HCRJC-FB 

For those members who are able to travel, Bernie & AOC will be in LA’s Gloria Molina Grand Park on their “Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here” tour on Saturday, April 12th. Event starts at 1 pm, Doors at 9 am.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk think this country belongs to them. They're taking everything they can get their hands on, and daring the world to stop them. On Saturday, April 5th, we're taking to the streets nationwide to fight back with a clear message: Hands off!

We're meeting in person this month!

Come join fellow Democrats at the South County Democratic Club's April Meeting.

Social time is at 6:30 pm, BusinessMeeting starts at 7 pm

Publicity Chair, Virginia Roof will be leading this action meeting in which we plan:
Rallies,
Postcard writing,
Calls,
Fundraising & more!

A Hybrid Zoom option is available for members.

Join a peaceful march in the fight for justice and dignity for the immigrant community.

Unete a una marcha pacifica en lucha de justica y dignidad a la comunidad inmigrante.

Machado Plaza, 224 W. Chapel Dr. Santa Maria, CA

Questions: Fernando Martinez 805-946-4672

Preguntas: Reynaldo Rodriguez 805-803-4578

Limited seating, reservations required. Lunch will be provided. Hosted by the Democratic Party of San Luis Obispo County.