Have you heard? The Democratic National Convention in 2020 will be held in Milwaukee! I'm so excited that the 46th President will be chosen here. In our fair city. There will no doubt be oodles of opportunity for volunteers to help with the convention. So keep summer 2020 open!

Meanwhile, we have a state to run. So you'll want to come to our St. Patrick's Day program at the Ovation Sarah Chudnow facilty (10995 Market St, Mequon): Beyond the Budget: Our Wisconsin Priorites. We'll hear from Representatives Bowen, Brostoff, and Goyke. Plus Judge Lisa Neubauer, our endorsed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court, will speak and give us a chance to talk to her.

And a final reminder about the 2019 election. Early voting in most communities begins March 18. You can find more information about your community's early voting schedule on our website page. We have posted hours and locations for most of our North Shore cities, villages, and towns. Plus there's a link to each one's website so you can follow up if our information is incomplete.

Election day is Tuesday, April 2. This will be a low turnout affair. So your progressive vote can really make a difference! Lots of communities have races for school boards. Grassroots North Shore does not track all of these races (there are just too many), but YOU should. And you should vote. Every time, in every election!

For that upcoming election, Grassroots North Shore has chosen not to endorse either candidate in the race for Milwaukee Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Branch 40. Instead the Endorsements Committe has issued the following statement.

Tue Mar 12, 2019

Drinking Liberally MKE, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Art Bar, 722 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee
Now, more than ever, Drinking Liberally is a space to gather, support each other, and form the progressive community we need. Come share a pint with your fellow progressives! Drinking Liberally MKE meets on the second Tuesday of every month, hosted by Matt Filipowicz.

350 Milwaukee Meeting, 7pm - 8:30pm
Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee
350.ORG is the global organization building a grassroots movement in188 countries to address global warming and solve the climate crisis. 350 Milwaukee meets every month on the second Tuesday. This meeting will feature a documentary film, The Reluctant Radical. More information.

Wed Mar 13, 2019

Unlearning Racism: Tools for Action - Milwaukee Course, 1pm - 5pm
YWCA Southeast Wisconsin, 1915 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Milwaukee
Eliminating racism is an ongoing process that involves a willingness to learn about and begin undoing the adverse impact of racism on individuals, organizations, and communities. This six-part workshop series examines the history and impact of racism and what participants can do about it.

Refuel the Resistance, 5pm - 8pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

Love and Death in Chicago, 7pm - 8pm
Boswell Book Co., 2559 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee
Acclaimed journalist and author Alex Kotlowitz will talk about how gun violence affects individuals and the community as shown in his book An American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago. Cosponsored by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute and City of Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention. Registration requested.

Thu Mar 14, 2019

Girls' Day at City Hall, 8:30am - 2pm
City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee
A day designed to expose young women to potential careers in public service and strong leadership roles. Registration/check-in 8:30, Program 9:00 to 2:00. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Hosted by Alderwomen Milele A. Coggs, Chantia Lewis, and Nikia Dodd. More information online or call (414) 286-2994 or email.

Bob Peterson Fundraiser, 5:30pm - 7pm
2217 E. Kenilworth, Milwaukee
Fundraising reception with Bob Peterson, Citywide candidate for Milwaukee School Board. Meet Bob and hear about the campaign; meet concerned others and network about pressing issues facing MPS. Contribution levels: Host $1,000 | Co-host $500 | Sponsor $250 | Suggested contribution $50; all contributions are gratefully accepted. Please RSVP.

Jason Haas Fundraiser, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Farmhouse Paint Bar & Café, 4511 S. 6th St., Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Supervisor Jason Haas invites you to his 2019 Pi Day fundraiser. There will be pie: homemade sweet, savory, gluten-friendly, and vegan pies for you to enjoy. Custom pie requests available for contributions of $125 or more. More information and RSVP.

Drinking Liberally West Allis, 6:30pm - 9pm
Studz Pub Sports Bar & Grill, 6833 W. National Ave., West Allis
Drinking Liberally West Allis meets on the second Thursday of the month. Free discussions and fellowship. Good food and specials available.

Michelle Obama Book Tour, 8pm - 8pm
Miller High Life Theatre, 500 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee
Michelle Obama is scheduled for an event in Milwaukee to discuss her current book, Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama. She will share her honest reflections on the experiences and events, both public and private, that have shaped her. Doors open at 6:30pm. More information and tickets.

Sat Mar 16, 2019

Wauwatosa Shared Values, 10am - 12pm
Wauwatosa Library, 7635 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa
The Wauwatosa Shared Values Unity Gathering will feature several speakers: Sandy Zellmer: ballot & voting info Representative for Judge Lisa Neubauer, Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate; Danielle Shelton, Milwaukee County Circuit Court Branch 40 candidate; Milwaukee County Supervisor Eddie Cullen; Wauwatosa School Board candidates, incumbents Shawn Rolland & Eric Jessup; Anger State Representative Robyn Vining; Alderpersons Heather Kuhl & Nancy Welch; SOS representative Stacy Lynch; Climate Lobby representative Mike Arney. RSVP by email or call and LM at 414-315-0291.

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 11am - 5pm
1040 N. Cass Street, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization is arranging canvassing and phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. The signup form has shifts on weekend dates and election week from now to April 2. RSVP.

NAACP Monthly Meeting, 11:30am - 1pm
2745 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee
Monthly membership meeting of NAACP Milwaukee Branch. The meeting is held in the basement conference room.

Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
Water Street & Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee
Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.

Sun Mar 17, 2019

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 11am - 5pm
1040 N. Cass Street, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization is arranging canvassing and phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. The signup form has shifts on weekend dates and election week from now to April 2. RSVP.

Beyond the Budget, 2:30pm - 5pm
Ovation Sarah Chudnow, 10995 Market St., Mequon
Grassroots North Shore presents Beyond the Budget: Our Wisconsin Priorities. Hear from Representatives Jon Brostoff, David Bowen and Evan Goyke about the legislative priorities of the Evers administration for 2019 and beyond. Judge Lisa Neubauer, running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, also will be featured. Doors open 2:30pm, event 3-5pm. Light refreshments supplied by Sarah Chudnow. RSVP.

Mon Mar 18, 2019

DPMC Issues Committee Meeting, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Amalgamated Transit Union, 734 N. 26th St., Milwaukee
The Democratic Party's Issues Committee will hold its monthly meeting. All Democrats are welcome to participate.

Milwaukee Dems Meeting, 6pm - 6pm
Amalgamated Transit Union, 734 N. 26th St., Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Democrats meet monthly to discuss party business, hear speakers on current topics, pass resolutions, and network with other progressives. All interested Democrats are invited.

Tue Mar 19, 2019

Supreme Court Forum, 12pm - 1pm
Milwaukee Bar Association, 747 N. Broadway, Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Bar Association will host a Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate forum featuring Judges Lisa Neubauer and Brian Hagedorn. Bring your lunch and bring your questions! No registration required. This event is open to the public. More info.

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 5:30pm - 8pm
1040 N. Cass Street, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization will have recruitment and voter education phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. RSVP.

Wed Mar 20, 2019

Refuel the Resistance, 5pm - 8pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

Drinking Liberally Wauwatosa, 6:30pm - 9pm
Walter's, 6930 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa
Come join fellow Wauwatosa progressives for good conversation. More info.

Southwest Region Dems Meeting, 7pm - 7pm
Studz Pub Sports Bar & Grill, 6833 W. National Ave., West Allis
Southwest Dems will hold their monthly meeting. Region 5 covers Franklin, Greendale, Greenfield, Hales Corners, Milwaukee (Southwest), West Allis, West Milwaukee. For more information email.

Ozaukee County Dems Meeting, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
639 E Green Bay Ave, Saukville
The Ozaukee County Democrats meet every third Wednesday of the month at the Village of Saukville Municipal Center. Members and non-members may attend, but please note that only members may vote on party business.

Thu Mar 21, 2019

Circuit Court Candidate Forum, 12pm - 1pm
Milwaukee Bar Association, 747 N. Broadway, Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Bar Association will host a candidate forum featuring the candidates for Branch 40 of the Milwaukee County Circuit Court, Danielle Shelton and Andrew Jones. Bring your lunch and bring your questions! No registration required. This event is open to the public. More info.

ILOVE Impacted Lives: Overcoming Violence Effort, 6pm - 8:30pm
Milwaukee City Hall Rotunda, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee
Shared stories of people impacted by gun violence. Open to the general public. People are asked to share their stories using the following prompts: - When was your life impacted by gun violence? - What happened and how did it impact you? - How did you feel when it happened? - How have you continued to be affected by it? Sharing your experience can have a vital role in preventing gun violence. Political leaders will offer their responses and ideas on advocacy and pledge to be a voice for those impacted by gun violence. To register yourself to share your short story or to get your organization to co-sponsor this event, please contact Olu Sijuwade or call 414-248-2720 (mobile). More info.

Peace, Crime, & Justice, 6pm - 8pm
Mob Craft Brewery, 505 S. 5th St., Milwaukee
NEWaukee and Bridge the City will present a program to share solutions for the challenges Milwaukee faces concerning criminal justice and the judiciary. Introduction by Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. Featured speakers include: John T. Chisholm, Milwaukee County District Attorney; Reggie Moore, Director of the Office of Violence Prevention; Katie Sanders, Executive Director of Safe & Sound; Evan Goyke, State Representative; Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet; and Patrick J Wolf, Professor of Education Policy at the University of Arkansas. A brief open mic from the audience is also scheduled. More information.

Sat Mar 23, 2019

Community Brainstorming, 8am - 11am
St. Matthew CME Church, 2944 N. 9th St., Milwaukee
Community Brainstorming Conference Breakfast Forum Breakfast: 8 am, Program: 9 am, All Are Invited, Come and Participate.

ELEVENTH ANNUAL WISCONSIN GRASSROOTS FESTIVAL, 8am - 6pm
Wisconsin Heights High School, 10173 US-14, Mazomanie, WI 53560
Registration 8:00 / Event 9:15. $25 Suggested Donation includes Lunch. KEY NOTE SPEAKERS: John Nichols; Matt Rothschild; Jay Heck; Judge Lisa Neubauer. OVER TWO DOZEN BREAKOUTS ON: VOTING RIGHTS, RURAL STRATEGIES, GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING, ADVANCING THE MOVEMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, SKILL BUILDING, and HEALTHCARE. Musical entertainment: The Raging Grannies. Art Exhibition "Call For Peace, A Timeless Journey of Hope!" Presented in Belfast Ireland in 2017, Room 8. ALL DAY DINNER AT THE OLD FEED MILL 114 Cramer Street, Mazomanie . DINNER SPEAKER: John Peck, "Politics, Economics, & the Future of Rural Wisconsin." ONLINE TICKETS & REGISTRATION INFORMATION. For More Information, email Nate Timm or call 608-220-0139.

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 11am - 5pm
2405 E. Wyoming Place, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization is arranging canvassing and phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. The signup form has shifts on weekend dates and election week from now to April 2. RSVP.

4th CD Democratic Convention, 12pm - 3pm
McGovern Park, 4900 W. Custer St., Milwaukee
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin 4th Congressional District will hold its annual convention. Registration: 11:00am, Program: 12:00 pm Pre-registration with lunch: $20. Pre-registration without lunch: $10. Registration at door: $15. Questions? Please email or call (414) 758-1261.

Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
Sherman Boulevard & North Avenue, Milwaukee
Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.

Sun Mar 24, 2019

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 11am - 5pm
2405 E. Wyoming Place, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization is arranging canvassing and phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. The signup form has shifts on weekend dates and election week from now to April 2. RSVP.

Spring Awards Gala, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Italian Community Center, 631 E. Chicago St., Milwaukee
The Milwaukee County Democrats' Annual Spring Awards Gala. Special Guest Speakers To Be Announced. Awards to be presented: Lifetime of Service; Democrat of the Year; Elected Official of the Year; Organization of the Year. 5:30 pm - Cocktails | 6:30 pm - Dinner (Email or call if you have any special dietary needs). General Admission - $75 | Sponsor - $100 | Host - $250 | Sponsor Table - $1000 | Host Table - $2500 More information and RSVP (by March 12). Pay via Mail: 1975 S 70th St, West Allis, WI 53219. More info.

Mon Mar 25, 2019

Canvass/Phone for Spring Election, 5:30pm - 8pm
WARD4*, 313 N. Plankinton Avenue, Milwaukee
The MKE Democratic Action organization will have recruitment and voter education phone banking to get out the vote for the spring election and will appreciate your help. RSVP.

MPS Candidate Forum, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
St. Matthew CME Church, 2944 N. 9th St., Milwaukee
Meet the candidates for Milwaukee Board of School Directors. Focus: Racial equity in MPS and candidate leadership philosophies. Audience members will be allowed to submit questions in writing during the event. Moderator: Rev. Dr. Richard Shaw, Pastor at St. Matthew CME Church. Sponsored by MICAH Education Task Force, Milwaukee City Council of PTAs, ACLU Wisconsin, Leaders Igniting Transformation (LIT), and SURJ MKE (Showing Up for Racial Justice). More information.