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SUMMARY:November Meeting : Empower Yourself to Take Control of the News and Information You Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Mattapoisett\, MA – The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will hold its November monthly meeting on Wednesday\, November 5\, 2025\, at 6:00 PM in the Mattapoisett Library Meeting Room. The meeting will feature a special workshop led by Laura Gardner\, a National Board Certified Teacher in Library Media and Teacher Librarian at Dartmouth Middle School. \nGardner’s presentation\, “Empower Yourself to Take Control of the News and Information You Encounter\,” will explore the challenges of misinformation and disinformation in today’s digital landscape. Participants will learn practical strategies for: \n\nIdentifying AI-generated and misleading content \nFact-checking and evaluating sources \nStrengthening personal media literacy skills \nTalking with friends and family members who may have been influenced by misinformation \n\nGardner brings over 15 years of experience as a Teacher Librarian\, recently serving on the prestigious 2024 Newbery Committee. Beyond her professional expertise\, she is a climate activist\, avid reader\, daily bike commuter\, and mom of two. \nThis program will give community members the tools they need to navigate the flood of information we all encounter every day. We’re thrilled to have Laura share her expertise on such an important and timely issue. \nThe event is free and open to the public.
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/16250/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260107T183000
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SUMMARY:January MTD Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 7\, 2026 – 06:30 pm\nMATTAPOISETT — Anyone looking to become an elected official is invited to the Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee’s annual “So you want to run for public office” speaker forum. \nThe event will take place Wednesday\, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the public meeting room at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. \nNicki Demakis\, the group’s chair\, and Frances-Feliz Kearns\, the group’s acting vice-chair and school committee representative\, will moderate the event. Other area officials will also speak\, sharing insights on the process of running and winning a successful campaign. \nThe goal of the event is to demystify running in local and state elections\, and to encourage civil participation. It will guide attendees through each step\, from pulling papers from the clerk in January to Election Day. \nEveryone\, regardless of party affiliation\, is welcome to attend. For more information\, contact Demakis at ndemakis@tidhlaw.com or visit MattDems.org.
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/january-mtd-meeting/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MattDems":MAILTO:info@mattdems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260109T190000
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SUMMARY:STOP ICE TERROR STANDOUT: On behalf of Renee Nicole Good
DESCRIPTION:January 7th 2026\, a federal agent from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good as she was driving away from ICE agents on a residential street in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. Under the Trump administration ICE has continued to terrorize our communities\, harm our neighbors and act without accountability. Join us Jan 9th\, 7:00PM at Fairhaven High School Standout in opposition to this administration and the actions of ICE.
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/stop-ice-terror-standout-on-behalf-of-renee-nicole-good/
LOCATION:Fairhaven High School\, 12 Huttleston Avenue\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MattDems":MAILTO:info@mattdems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260110T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T120000
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SUMMARY:Plymouth County Democratic League - 2nd Annual John E. Walsh Chairs’ Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Plymouth County Democratic League is pleased to invite you to the 2nd Annual John E. Walsh Chairs’ Breakfast\, Saturday\, January 10th\, 10:30 AM at the Hotel 1620\, 180 Water Street\, Plymouth.\nWhether you are a local chair\, committee member\, activist\, or simply someone who cares deeply about the future of our communities\, we hope you’ll join us for a morning of conversation\, collaboration\, and renewed energy for the work ahead. \nTickets for the Chairs’ Breakfast can be purchased here:\nhttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/pcdlchairs2025
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/16383/
LOCATION:Hotel 1620\, 180 Water Street\, Plymouth\, Massachusetts\, 02360\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Plymouth County Democratic League":MAILTO:info@plymouthcountydems.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260112T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260112T150000
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SUMMARY:STOP ICE TERROR: PROTEST
DESCRIPTION:The Trump Administrations use of ICE to terrorize citizens is unacceptable. Join us to protest the actions of the current administration.
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/stop-ice-terror-protest/
LOCATION:Dunseith Gardens\, 38 North St\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739-1443\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MattDems":MAILTO:info@mattdems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T190000
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SUMMARY:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven -  FEB 12 | 6:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven – FEB 12 | 6:00 PM \nCenter St. Near the Unitarian Church
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/remove-the-regime-abolish-ice-standout-fairhaven-feb-12-600-pm/
LOCATION:Unitarian Memorial Church\, 102 Green Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T193000
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SUMMARY:Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee Meeting : Feb 18 | 6:30 PM
DESCRIPTION:📅 Feb 18 | 6:30 PM📍 Mattapoisett Free Public Library \nJoin us for our next meeting—local events\, convention delegate nominations\, and municipal election updates. All are welcome!
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/february-dtc-meeting-feb-18-630-pm/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
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SUMMARY:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven - FEB 19 | 6:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven – FEB 19 | 6:00 PM \nCenter St. Near the Unitarian Church
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/remove-the-regime-abolish-ice-standout-fairhaven-feb-19-600-pm/
LOCATION:Unitarian Memorial Church\, 102 Green Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rally
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SUMMARY:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven - FEB 26 | 6:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Remove the Regime/Abolish Ice Standout Fairhaven – FEB 26 | 6:00 PM \nCenter St. Near the Unitarian Church
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/remove-the-regime-abolish-ice-standout-fairhaven-feb-26-600-pm/
LOCATION:Unitarian Memorial Church\, 102 Green Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
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CREATED:20260218T011312Z
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SUMMARY:ELECT SouthCoast:Where Women Lead: From Schools to the State House. 
DESCRIPTION:Join ELECT SouthCoast for our second annual half-day convening dedicated to advancing women’s political leadership: Where Women Lead: From Schools to the State House.  \nThis dynamic program will feature panels\, workshops\, and conversations focused on strengthening community leadership and expanding pathways to civic power. We’ll also be launching a new initiative centered on building parent leadership through New Bedford Public Schools. \nThis is a free event\, with breakfast and lunch provided. Huge thanks to our funder\, the United Way of Greater New Bedford\, for making this event possible! \n🗓 Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n📍 Bristol Community College\n800 Purchase Street\, New Bedford \n🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/WWL2026 \nCome connect\, learn\, and lead with us! 💪✨
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/elect-southcoastwhere-women-lead-from-schools-to-the-state-house/
LOCATION:Bristol Community College\, 800 Purchase St\, New Bedford\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T183000
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SUMMARY:Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee Caucus: Mar 18 | 6:30 PM
DESCRIPTION:The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will hold its caucus on Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 at 6:30 PM\, in person at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. \nThe caucus is where registered Democrats in Mattapoisett gather to elect delegates and alternates to represent the town at the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Convention. All registered and pre-registered Democrats in Mattapoisett are eligible to participate. If you are not yet registered as a Democrat\, you may register at the caucus. \nThis event is open to the public to observe\, but only registered Democrats may vote or run for delegate or alternate. \nhttps://www.mobilize.us/massdems/event/881111/
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/mattapoisett-democratic-town-committee-caucus-2/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260322T160000
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SUMMARY:Mark Sylvia Re-election Campaign Fundraising Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a community kick off at South Coast Pickle Ball. \nMarch 22nd 4:00PM to 7:00PM \nSouth Coast Pickle Ball\, 4 David Drown Blvd\, Fairhaven\n\nhttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/mds.2.1.2026
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/mark-sylvia-is-launching-his-re-election-campaign-for-state-representative-for-the-10th-bristol/
LOCATION:South Coast Pickle Ball\, 4 David Drown Blvd\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02717\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260328T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260328T170000
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SUMMARY:No Kings 3 - New Bedford 3:00PM
DESCRIPTION:No Kings 3 – March for the People \nDowntown New Bedford \nGather at the District Court House – Corner of 6th and Kempton St.
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/no-kings-3-new-bedford-300pm/
LOCATION:New Bedford District Court House\, 75 N 6th St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Rally
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ORGANIZER;CN="Indivisible Southeast Mass":MAILTO:indivisiblesema@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T183000
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SUMMARY:South Coast Democratic Town Committees to Host Screening of Robert Reich Documentary
DESCRIPTION:South Coast Democratic Town Committees to Host Screening of Robert Reich Documentary \nThe Democratic Town Committees of Acushnet\, Fairhaven\, Mattapoisett\, and Rochester as well as the Plymouth County Democratic League will host a special screening of The Last Class\, a documentary featuring former U.S. Secretary of Labor and economist Robert Reich\, on Wednesday\, April 15 at 6:30 PM at the AMC Theater in Dartmouth. \nThe film follows Reich during his final semester teaching at UC Berkeley\, weaving together personal reflections with a timely examination of economic inequality\, democracy\, and the importance of civic engagement. The Last Class has been praised for its thoughtful and accessible exploration of issues facing communities across the country. \nFollowing the screening\, attendees are invited to continue the conversation at the nearby Olive Garden\, where a set of tables has been reserved for informal discussion. Meals and beverages will be available for individual purchase. \nTickets are $25 per person and must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited. A limited number of free tickets are available for students; interested students should email acushnetdems@gmail.com. \nTickets and details:\n https://gathr.com/events/4d3e3251/the-last-class-at-amc-dartmouth-mall-11
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/south-coast-democratic-town-committees-to-host-screening-of-robert-reich-documentary/
LOCATION:AMC Dartmouth Mall 11\, 140 N Dartmouth Mall\, North Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T193000
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SUMMARY:Mattapoisett Democratic Town Meeting: April 29th Candidates Nigh
DESCRIPTION:MATTAPOISETT  DEMOCRATS TO HOLD CANDIDATES’ NIGHT \n  \nOn Wednesday April 29th\, 2026 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM\, The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will host a Candidates’ Night in the downstairs public meeting room of the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. \n  \nAll candidates for any elected position in our upcoming Municipal Election on May 19\, 2026 will be extended an invitation and provided an opportunity to give a brief opening statement to the public and answer questions of attendees. \n  \nThe uncontested race candidates ( Mattapoisett School Committee\, ORR School Committee\, etc.) will proceed first and then the contested races for the Select Board\, Library Board of Trustees\, and Board of Health will be the last of our presentation. \n  \nPlease come with a neighbor\, family member or friend and bring any questions you might have for the candidates or just listen in. For more information\, please reach out to William Morse\, Chair\, mattapoisettdtc@gmail.com
URL:http://mattdems.org/index.php/event/mattapoisett-democratic-town-meeting-april-29th-candidates-nigh/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
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