Upcoming events.
Legislative Forum with Chad Behn and Jesse Green
The Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a forum with our representatives. Come and ask questions.
CC Meeting
Join us for our regular meeting. We are pleased to have Sheriff Andy Godzicki as our speaker. Also present will be HD 48 candidate Daniel Wojcik. If you are unable to attend in person, there is a Zoom link below.
Ryan Peterman Meet and Greet
Please come and meet Ryan Peterman, Democratic candidate for secretary of state and hear how he wants to make voting more accessible.
Democratic Caucus
This is a non presidential year, but there is lots of momentum in Iowa. We will use the time to build our county party and hear from candidates. Caucus locations will be Boone History Center, Ogden Library, and Madrid Library. A more detailed agenda and breakdown will follow.
Because the caucuses are on the 2nd, there will not be a CC meeting on the 3rd.
Legislative Forum with Chad Behn and Jesse Green
Legislative Forum sponsored by the Boone Chamber of Commerce. Come with your questions and concerns.
CC Meeting
Join us for our regular meeting. This month we will be both Zoom and in person. Our featured guest is Dr. Julie Trepa, superintendent of the Boone CSD. Learn about current challenges and advances in the district, and public education in Iowa.
You must register to attend; please us this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zS3kmRh4SZyYP0et3YQQgA
Winter Party
This is our “no agenda” meeting. Just come and hang out and have fun. Food is good, the company is even better.
Special Election Iowa HD7
Rachel Burns, Democratic candidate for HD7
Iowa HD 7 holds a special election today. Rachel Burns is an incredible candidate. Learn more and help support her: https://burnsforiowa.com/
CC Meeting
Join us for our regular meeting. Please note the change in date due to Nov. 4th being an election day. This month we will be meeting via Zoom and not in person. You must register to attend; please us this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zS3kmRh4SZyYP0et3YQQgA
Election Day
Today is your chance to vote for your local school board and members of your municipal body. These elections are crucial to a functioning Democracy!
Brown Woodard Dinner
The Boone County Democrats are excited for you to attend the annual Brown Woodard dinner. The award honors the person who people feel has given the most to the Democratic cause in Boone County. It is also a time to have fun, network, enjoy good food and conversation, and meet candidates for state and federal office. This year we are also excited to have Michaelyn Mankel of Food and Water Watch talking about climate issues in Iowa and what we can do to make things better.
You will also have a chance to buy some locally made crafts and food items.
Dinner will feature smoked pork or vegetarian option and sides, as well as beverages and dessert.
To donate or buy tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bw2025
Sign up to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F4AAFAC2AA1FA7-59356043-brown#/
Rob Sand Town Hall
State Auditor and gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand will be at the Expo Center. This is a chance to hear him and to ask questions.
Town Hall with Boone Mayor Eli Stines
Monday, October 13th from 6pm-8pm join Mayor Stines at McHose Park Shelter where you can ask questions, give suggestions, hear about all the great things happening in our City, and what's on the horizon for our future! Or, just stop by for snacks
Bring a friend, bring the family, kids especially are welcome as the playground is available!
CD4 Workshop
Calling all 4th District Democrats!
On Saturday, September 27th, we will hold our 4th District Workshop in Ogden, Iowa! The event will be held at the Leonard Goode Community Center in Ogden (Boone County). Special thanks to our friends at the Boone County Democrats, who are working to provide lunch for us and serve as hosts.
At the workshop, we'll spend time focused on four topics:
Fundraising
Communications
County Party Structures and the Importance of 2026 Organizing
How to Put on a Midterm Caucus
We've also invited our 4th District Congressional Candidates to speak during the lunch period! Should be a great time, and we'd love to see as many of you there as possible. Please share with your networks.
Please sign up if you plan to attend here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ADAF2BA5FBC70-58536944-idp4th
We need numbers ASAP to plan for food, so signing up is important!
Best,
CJ Petersen
Chair, IDP 4th District Democrats
Pufferbilly Parade
Walk or ride with the Boone County Democrats in the Pufferbilly Parade and join in the fun for Pufferbilly Days, Sept. 19th-21. Our newly updated float has plenty of seating and lots of shade. Walk or ride.
Pufferbilly Days Parade
Saturday, Sept. 20
Parade begins at 9:30 AM
Details on location for line up coming in September
Filing Deadline for City and School Board Elections.
Today is the last day for candidates to file for the 2025 municipal and school board elections.
Tri County Hall of Fame: Boone, Marshall, Story
Marshall County will host the 2025 regional Hall of Fame, honoring local Democratic activists. Stay tuned for more details.
Madrid Labor Day Parade
Please join us on our new float as we celebrate America’s workers. Plenty of room to ride on the float (and shade if needed) as well as walk along. Come show support for Democrats and for all those who work in our labor force.
Madrid Labor Day Parade
Monday, Sept. 1
Parade begins at 10:00 AM
Meet at 9:00 AM in the parking lot at Edgewood Park, West 8th and Main Streets, located on the south edge of Madrid.
Best route to avoid traffic:
Hwy 17 to the south end of Madrid
Turn on Southern Prairie Road (by Dollar General)
Turn on South Main St. and proceed to parking lot
Special Election Iowa SD1
Catelin Drey for Iowa is a longtime community advocate, mother, and policy communicator who is running for the Iowa Senate to be a voice for every Iowan who has never had someone in their corner. We are thrilled that she's our nominee in the August 26th special election for Senate District 1.
You can help by donating, knocking doors, making phone calls and writing post cards. This election is winnable and if we win the Republicans no longer have a “super majority” which would curtail their ability to place people on state boards and commissions without input.
Here is how you can help: https://dreyforiowa.com/
Filing Begins for City & Regular School Board Candidates
Today filing opens for school board and city council candidates. If you are interested in running, check out this link on the Sec. of State’s website: https://sos.iowa.gov/city-elections
Canvas for Catelin
Catelin Drey for SD1
Polk County Demcocrats will be heading to Sioux City on the 23rd to help canvas for Catelin Drey, a truly stellar candidate for the special election in Iowa SD1. They will stop in Boone and pick up folks who wish to go. You can ride in a touring bus and lunch is provided. If you are interested contact the BCD at info@Boonecountydem.com and include phone number.
This election is winnable!
Democrats Need to Go on the Offensive on Water Quality
Chris Jones, Matt Russell, and Jason Grimm are all outspoken advocates for water quality in this state and the shameful role corporate ag and the state government are playing in poisoning our water. We are at the bottom in terms of our drinking water quality and it affects all of us. Learn how to fight back,
Register for the Zoom meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Lv24X9dJRHm4Spr6kcqT4g
Nathan Sage, US Senate Candidate
The BCD is excited to have US Senate candidate Nathan Sage with us at our next CC meeting. Please come and hear his vision for Iowa and ask questions. He won’t hide!!
Regular City & Regular School Board Candidate Filing Closes
Today is the last day to turn in paperwork for the November election.
Is Running for City Council in Your Future
Participants will learn the necessary signatures and reporting dates when running for their local City Council positions. We will listen and learn from city council members and mayors of small as well as large communities. Why they ran, how they campaigned, and the best relationships/interactions with the mayors of their cities.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../register/z9qL5lylRwSkmbMbVQ5Bmg
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Boone County Fair
Join in the fun for the Boone County Fair. Join us for the parade at 5 pm on July 17th and again at our booth.
The parade will assemble and the Boone and Scenic Valley Parking lot. Be there by 4:30 and look for our newly redesigned float! Plenty of room to ride. You can also walk, toss out candy, hold banners and wave. Some lucky person can run the bubble machine.
We will also be looking for volunteers to help at the fair booth, all in air conditioned comfort.