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April 2, 2026
DRC OPEN HOURS: Monday through Friday, 10am to 2pm. EXTENDED HOURS MARCH 1 - APRIL 7: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10 am to 2 pm. Thursdays 10 am to 6 pm. Saturdays 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. Sundays 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Monday, April 6: 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday, April 7: 10 am to 6 pm
When area schools are closed because of inclement weather, the Democratic Resource Center will also be closed.
What: The Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Debate Watch Party When: Thursday, April 2, 7pm Where: Eau Claire County Dem Resource Center (440 Broadway St., Eau Claire) Popcorn and Beverages will be served.
JUDGE CHRIS TAYLOR NEEDS EXPOSURE AS A CANDIDATE FOR SUPREME COURT JUSTICE
YOU CAN HELP BY DISPLAYING HER SIGN IN YOUR YARD! Stop down at the DRC and get yours today!
If you are unable to pick up a sign, please call 715-852-0330 and ask to have a sign delivered.
Please note the correct date! Don't Miss! Sarah Godlewski, Wisconsin Secretary of State will launch canvassersMonday, April 6, 9amat the Dem Resource Center. (440 Broadway St., Eau Claire)
Election Night Watch Party
Join us at 3rd and Vine on Election Night to watch the returns for Jeremy Gragert for Eau Claire City Council President, Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court, and the Eau Claire School and County Board. The party will begin after the polls close at 8:00pm on Tuesday, April 7th, at 3rd & Vine (1929 3rd St, Eau Claire, WI 54703). Enjoy some free food (and drinks for purchase) while we watch the results roll in for all of our progressive candidates! All are welcome!
***NOTE: Pub Night with Progressives will resume April 21st!!!***
Upcoming
Thurs, April 2, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm- Voting on Resolutions at Klatch. (Details Below.)
Mon, April 6, 9:00 am- Sarah Godlewski Canvass Launch(Details Above.)Please note correct date!
Tues, April 7, 8:00 pm, at 3rd and Vine (1929 3rd St.) - Election Watch Party (Details Below.) Please note location change!
Tues, April 14, 6:00 to 8:00 pm - Virtual Governor Candidate Forum (Details Below)
Thurs, April 16, 5:30 pm- Conversation: Review April Election and Preview Plans for Midterms(Details Below.)
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 to 11:30, at the DRC - Demystifying Social Media(Details Below.) Sun, April 19, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm -Convention for the 3rd CD Democratic Party of Wisconsin (Details Below.)
Sat, April 25, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Amazing Eau Claire Clean-Up! (Details Below.)
Tues, April 28, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, at Immanuel Lutheran Church - How Do We Respond? Immigration and Due Process (Details Below.)
Thursday, May 2 - ECCD Spring Celebration (Details Below.)
June 13 and 14, Monona Terrace Convention Center, Madison, Wi - 2026 WisDems Convention(Details Below.)
The Final DRAFT of the Resolutions that the EC Dem Party have developed are below. Click Here to Review
Voting on these resolutions ENDS TODAY April 2nd AT NOON. ALL VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE DEM RESOURCE CENTER.Anyone needing assistance getting to the DRC can contact Linda Norton 920-350-5201 or lnorton08@gmail.com
The Democratic Party of Eau Claire votes for up to 10 resolutions to submit to the 3rd Congressional District (CD) Convention.
The top 10 resolutions voted on at the 3rd CD Convention are sent to the DPW to be voted on at the Democratic Party Convention in June, 2026.
Mail in your absentee ballots TODAY or drop them off BEFORE Monday at EC City Hall, at your clerk's office, or at your polling place on Tuesday. City of Eau Claire residents may return absentee ballots in the RED ABSENTEE BALLOT DROP BOX located outside of City Hall, near the main public entrance off the rear of the building (enter the City Hall parking lot from Grand Avenue.) The drop box is available 24 hours a day UNTIL 8 AM MONDAY (4/6.)
In- person absentee voting has begun and will end on Friday, April 3rd, 2026. City of Eau Claire residents may vote at the Elections Office, across the alley from City Hall, 203 S. Farwell Street. It will be available weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm.
Those in other municipalities may check with their clerks for times and locations:Click Here
ECC Dems GUIDE TO VOTING in the NON-PARTISAN ELECTION of April 7, 2026.
The Democratic Party of Eau Claire County thanks all those who wish to serve our community by running for local office. We have prepared a list of candidates we hope you consider voting for. Candidates listed on this guide are members of the Eau Claire County Democratic Party, and/or have indicated or demonstrated that they align with the principles and values of the Eau Claire County Democrats.
EVERYONE IS NEEDED TO MOBILIZE TO WIN APRIL 7 ELECTION
The Eau Claire County Democrats are working hard to elect progressives to local seats and to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. We need your help to make phone calls to voters and volunteers, and to knock on friendly doors to get folks out to vote. We will be canvassing and phone banking every week until the April 7 election. Please join us! Link for Weekly Phone Bank
Join us April 9th - 6pm-8pm for the first OPEN MIC monthly event!
A space for civic dialogue through the power of the spoken word. Join us for an evening of personal perspective on the issues that shape our lives. Come to share your story, stay to hear another, and find our common ground.
Sign ups begin at 6pm. Each person who signs up will have 5 minutes on the mic to speak, sing, perform standup, read poetry, it’s up to you. Hosted by the EC Dems Membership Team
Conversation: REVIEW April Election & PREVIEW Plans for Midterms
April 16, 2026 5:30 pm social time 6:00 pm monthly meeting DRC: 440 Broadway, EC (zoom option below)
We will review our efforts leading to the April 7 election: What worked, what needs to be refined? Then we will discuss next steps as we head into nomination signatures, August Primary, and November midterm election. Candidates can bring nomination papers for signatures.
Register to attend this meeting via this zoom link:CLICK HERE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Come Demystify Social Media with the ECCD Communications Team! Learn about...
Platforms and their functions
Usage trends
Rhetoric
General and localized strategies
Saturday, April 18, 10:30 to 11:30 am at the DRC (440 Broadway St.)
Delegates to the 3rd CD Convention may move to make changes, additions, or deletions to the 2026 DPW Platform. You can review the draft DPW 2026 Platform Draft. Any proposed change must be voted on by the Delegates. Any change approved by the 3rd CD will be sent to the DPW State Convention for a final vote.
Sunday, April 19, 2025 9:00 am – 3:00 pm La Crosse, WI
UWL Cleary Alumni Center 615 East Ave N, La Crosse, WI 54601
Those who want to be delegates MUST SIGN UP AND BE PAYING MEMBERS BY APRIL 5th!
Click here to pay the Convention fee. Fees are $30 for a delegate. $25 for a guest and $10 for students. Tickets include entry to the convention, morning snacks, and lunch. 3rd CD Convention Website: Click Here
NEW this year:CELEBRATION RAFFLE for CASH PRIZES! PURCHASE your tickets NOW at the Democratic Resource Center! And please HELP US SELL these Spring Celebration Raffle Tickets by picking up packs of tickets from the front desk of the DRC NOW!
In addition to the live auction and instead of the silent auction, we have a CELEBRATION RAFFLE with cash prizes: First prize is $500 with five $100 prizes. The drawing will take place at the Celebration on May 2nd. You need not be present to win. Proceeds of the raffle and the live auction will support the Democratic Party of Eau Claire County. Tickets: 1 for $10, 3 for $25, and 6 for $50. FOR EVENT RESERVATIONS - CLICK HERE
We will be running a thorough endorsement process with the goal of endorsing in the primary. Over the last decade, Citizen Action has established itself as one of the premier social justice groups in Wisconsin, and has had a strong record of endorsing in primaries, including major state primaries!
Our forum will be virtual, and each co-op region will have a watch party, where you can come together with other Citizen Action members!
City Council Conversations! Hosted by D3 Representative Aaron Brewster at The Plus (208 S Barstow St.) A question and answer event on city budget, policies, etc. Sunday, April 12 Sunday, April 19 Sunday, April 26 Sunday, May 3
2026 WisDems Convention : Save The American Dream June 13–14, 2026 Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison. Convention is a great opportunity to connect with Democrats from every corner of the state, take part in important party business, have your voices heard and be in community with organizers, activists, leaders, and supporters who are all committed to moving Wisconsin forward.
To find the main convention information, including registration, the Call to Convention, delegate information, accommodations, cost assistance, and FAQs: Click Here HOTEL ROOMS at Convention Rate FILL QUICKLY, so make reservations now.
DELEGATES: Eau Claire County Democrats have been allocated 73 delegate spots, the most of all counties in the 3rd CD. Sign up to be a delegate to the 2026 WisDems Convention Here: Delegate Request FormThis form closes on May 16.
Financial assistance is available for those who may need support attending the convention. To submit a request for financial assistance: Click Here
Upcoming ECCD Committee Meetings
Find Committeemeetings on our website calendar. To obtain zoom links to any meeting, please send email request at least 48 hours prior to meeting date to: ecdems@eauclairedemocrats.com.
Standing Meetings Executive Team, First Wednesday, each month, 6:30 pm, DRC/Zoom Management Team, every Wednesday, 10 am, Zoom
Western Wisconsin County Happenings!
Dem. Party of Chippewa County- CCD Office,103 N. Bridge St, Ste 310, Chippewa Falls.WebsiteTo attend virtually, email: chippewademocrats@gmail.com
Dunn County Democrats- DCD Office, 1315 N. Broadway St., MenomonieWebsite
The Coffee Klatch’s main purpose is to engage all citizens in meaningful discussion about political values and policies. The most important component of a functional democracy is an informed electorate. Join others for interesting conversation about current events or pressing issues.
4/2: WE WILL BE VOTING ON RESOLUTIONS!
Time: Thurs 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Live @ the DRC, 440 Broadway St., Eau Claire or on ZOOM
All Memberships Are $10.00 Per Person. Want to Join Online? CLICK HERE For all new or renewing members, receive 5% off estate planning, trusts or wills through Banchy Law Center, LLC.
CLICK HERE to Learn More About How to Get Involved with the Eau Claire County Democrats. LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS: Web & Socials * Write or post for ECCD Blog * Membership Committee * Volunteer Outreach *!
We offer internships and service learning in Operations Assistant, Grassroots Organizing - Email: ecdems@eauclairedemocrats.com Social Media Management, and Website Maintenance Email: eccountydems@gmail.com
Work with fellow Dems and make a difference!
Amazing Eau Claire Clean-Up
The 18th Annual “The Amazing Eau Claire Clean-Up" is Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:00am-12:00pm. JOIN the EAU CLAIRE COUNTY DEMS CLEANUP TEAM! Bring your friends and family and represent the Eau Claire County Dems. Wear your ECC Dem t-shirts and visors!
For more details and to sign up to participate: CLICK HERE
Be sure to dress for the weather and wear gloves and good walking shoes. If you have questions, please contact Margetta at margettasouder@gmail.com or 715-523-9028.
The Sassy Grannys of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley promote peace, justice, social and economic equality through song and humor. The Sassy Grannys are looking for opportunities to sing and entertain you.
Please keep us in mind for any event you're planning, and we typically practice on Thursday afternoons at 3:00 at DRC. You are always welcome! Linda Norton, lnorton08@gmail.com.
HOUSING NEEDED FOR CAMPAIGN STAFF–Got a spare room? Campaign staff are coming soon to the Chippewa Valley to help us retain and gain seats in the Wisconsin Assembly and Senate. Do you have an extra bedroom that campaign staff could use until after the November election? Or for a month or two at a time? Space needed in Eau Claire/Altoona for 1-2 people, and Menomonie or Chippewa Falls for 1-2 people. Call 715-852-0330 or email ecdems@eauclairedemocrats.com
***PEOPLE'S PROTEST***
Eau Claire | Every Wednesday
4:00- 5:30 pm at the Federal Building
500 S Barstow St, downtown Eau Claire (corner of Barstow and Lake)
Parking available at Schlegelmilch-McDaniel Lot, corner of Gray and Farwell St.
Speakers: Dr. Jordan Hamzawi, Assistant Professor in the departments of Political Science and Criminal Justice at UW Eau Claire, Sheriffs Dawanna Witt, Hennepin County, Minnesota and David Riewestahl, Eau Claire County.
Tuesday, April 28 5pm-7pm Immanuel Lutheran Church (3214 Golf Road, EC 54701)
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