Due to the serious rise of COVID cases in our county, the McLean County Democratic HQ will be closed (except by appointment). If you need access please contact Lola at [email protected] We hope you have a safe and happy New Year!

Due to an increase in COVID numbers, the January Central Committee meeting will be virtual only. Facebook event with Zoom information: https://fb.me/e/1xwYjhJXl  

Season's Greetings McLean County Democrats! 'Tis the season to celebrate all of our hard work from 2021 and to enjoy some together-time gearing up to turn McLean County BLUE in '22! Join us at Headquarters' this Saturday, December 18th from 7-9pm for some after-dinner desserts, hot cocoa (spiked or regular), crafty fun with an ornament decorating station, and general merriment with friends. We'll be sampling the season's tastiest treats from some of our favorite local sweet spots - Ivy Lane, Sugar Momma, Tiff's, and Grove Street Bakery, so come ready for some of everything. 

**IMPORTANT** Due to a water leak at the Headquarters, we will be holding the general meeting tonight via Zoom only! Please do not come to the office.

Hey McDems, let’s shop small and give thanks for our upcoming First Friday! Friday, November 5th from 5:30-8:30pm the McLean County Democrats office is transforming into a small business market, full of local artisans, entrepreneurs, and crafters. Come support their businesses and get some early holiday shopping in. As a way to give thanks to our amazing community we will be collecting non-perishable food items and household supplies to support the School Street Food Pantry. We’ll have free snacks and drinks (for a monetary donation to the Food Pantry) to sustain your shopping spirit! We look forward to shopping, collecting, and mingling with you!

Join the McDems tonight, October 29th from 5-8pm for the annual Downtown Bloomington Trick-or-Treat event! Inside the office we’ll have a spooky good time for the older ghosts and goblins with refreshments and will be taking donations for alcohol-filled libations. We encourage you to come dressed for the season whether volunteering or socializing.As a reminder, masks are required and the hand sanitizer will be flowing freely. (The mask for your costume may be fun and spooky, but covid is even spookier - we still request that you have a covid-safe mask on as well.)

The Obama Legacy Dinner is SOLD OUT! If you would like to inquire about a waiting list, please contact Pat Peterson at [email protected] We can't wait to gather, celebrate our local Party, and listen to the legendary David Axelrod. * Don't forget that you must show proof of vaccination upon arrival. You will not be allowed to enter the event without it! Masks are also required when not actively eating or drinking. See you on October 6th! **************************************** The McLean County Democrats are happy to honor the legacy of President Barack and Michelle Obama with the 2021 Obama Legacy Dinner! Join us on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Illinois State University Bone Student Center. David Axelrod, former Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama, current host of The Axe Files podcast, and Distinguished Senior Fellow at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy will share his knowledge, experience, and hope for our local party, state, and country. Proceeds benefit the Baldini scholarship awarded to an ISU student in John Baldini's name, and the Obama Legacy scholarship awarded to a veteran or current service member attending Heartland Community College. The remaining proceeds benefit our local Party and efforts.

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We're gearing up for a huge year in 2022 - let's have a big presence at the Labor Day Parade! We need folks to donate candy, walk, or both. Please review the available slots by clicking the link below, and then click on the button to sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044FA8A72CA4FC1-labor The Parade begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 6, at Front and Center Streets in downtown Bloomington, proceeding to Miller Park. Parade line-up is at 9 a.m. The Parade will proceed west on Front Street to Lee Street, south on Lee Street to Wood Street and west on Wood Street to Miller Park. http://www.bntrades.org/?zone=/unionactive/view_article.cfm&HomeID=852902 Join us wearing blue or your favorite Dem shirt to participate in the parade. All participants must wear masks, all candy tossers must be gloved.

Join host McLean County Democrats and candidate for Illinois Secretary of State Anna Valencia for a meet and greet TODAY, 8/16 at 5:30 PM at the Democratic HQ (422 N Main St., Bloomington, IL 61701).

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  The 2021 Municipal Election is less than a month away! Early voting has started at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts and will continue through April 5th.  City of Bloomington and McLean County voters can early vote at: Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts 600 N East St. Bloomington, IL 61701 Monday – FridayMarch 12th to April 5th8:30am – 4:30pm

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