Events

Nov
11
Fri
VETERANS DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE & BREAKFAST @ Solivita Starlite Ballroom
Nov 11 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
VETERANS DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE & BREAKFAST  
With the possibility of inclement weather, it has forced the Veterans Club to move the Friday, November 11th Veterans Day Memorial Service scheduled in Freedom Park into the Starlite Ballroom.  The Ceremony is still scheduled for 0900 hours (9am).  All residents and their guest are invited to attend the ceremony.  After the ceremony, breakfast will be serviced to anyone who purchased tickets in advance.  Sorry no tickets will be sold at the ceremony.
Salute Our Veterans Weekend is designed to celebrate Veterans and their families. We raise money for a select charity to help improve the lives of the many selfless men and women who bravely served our Nation.
Nov
14
Mon
Polk County DEC Steering Committee Meeting – You’re invited! @ Via Zoom
Nov 14 @ 6:15 pm – 8:15 pm
November’s Steering Committee meeting take place THIS Monday, November 14th.  PCs are invited to join the members of the Steering Committee for a healthy, robust discussion about election results and future strategies.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86029538943?pwd=WTFVT290ZGYzZzNFMGVKY29MYkNqQT09Meeting ID: 860 2953 8943
Passcode: 20212021Only Steering Committee members can vote, should the need arise; hopefully issues that may require a vote can be pushed forward to December. In December, our meetings will return to the regular schedule. The Steering Committee will meet on Monday, December 5; the general meeting of the Polk Dec will meet on Monday, December 12th.The election for officers of the Polk DEC for the next two years will be held on Monday, December 12th. The following positions are open for election:

  • Chair
  • 1st Vice Chair
  • 2nd Vice Chair
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Sergeant at Arms

The Nominating Committee will be appointed at the November 14th meeting. DEC members wishing to run for office will indicate their intent and forward their bio to the nominating committee.

We look forward to your honest and open participation in this upcoming meeting of the members of the Polk DEC to discuss plans for gaining momentum as we push toward the 2024 election.

The monthly meeting of the Polk DEC Steering Committee, and Precinct Captains, will be held on  Monday, November 14, 2022 at 6:30 PM via Zoom.Please open the attached documents via these links:
Minutes from October 3, 2022 meeting
Agenda (revised) for November 14, 2022 meeting
September Financial Report
October Financial ReportPolk County DEC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Polk DEC Steering Committee/PC Meeting
Time: Monday, November 14, 2022 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Thanks,
Catherine Price
Chair, Polk County DEC

Dec
6
Tue
Polk County Dems’ Holiday Party @ The Yard On Mass
Dec 6 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

The Rainbow Ridge LGBTA Democratic Caucus of Polk County will be hosting the Polk County DEC Christmas Party.

Please be sure to bring an unwrapped gift or gift card which will benefit children in foster care.

Location

The Yard On Mass
802 N Massachusetts Ave
Lakeland

Sign up below for follow up info.

https://www.mobilize.us/polkcountydec/event/544329/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

Dec
12
Mon
Polk DEC Meeting & Election of Officers @ Online via ZOOM
Dec 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm

Mandatory Monthly meeting of Polk County Precinct Captains.

Open to all registered Democrats.
The election for officers of the Polk DEC for the next two years will be held on Monday, December 12th. The following positions are open for election:

  • Chair
  • 1st Vice Chair
  • 2nd Vice Chair
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Sergeant at Arms

Request a Zoom link at: vcpolkdec@gmail.com

Dec
14
Wed
SDC December Member Appreciation Dinner Party @ Starlite Ballroom only
Dec 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

New and renewing SDC members are cordially invited to our annual
Membership Appreciation Dinner Party on Wednesday, December 14 in
the Starlite Ballroom.

Doors open 5:30pm, Dinner served 6:00pm, Meeting begins 7:00pm.
On the menu: Salad, Appetizers, Wraps (Turkey, Italian, Vegetarian), Dessert.
There is no cost to Club members for this event and you will have the opportunity
to start or renew your annual membership for 2023 at the discounted rate
of $12. This discounted rate offer is valid for the month of December 2022 only.

Please RSVP via email to Kate Kohout katekohout@yahoo.com
no later than Wednesday, December 7 to reserve your place at this dinner event.

Jan
9
Mon
Polk DEC Meeting & Election of Officers @ Online via ZOOM
Jan 9 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm

Mandatory Monthly meeting of Polk County Precinct Captains.

Open to all registered Democrats.
The election for officers of the Polk DEC for the next two years was held on Monday, December 12th. The following persons were elected:

  • Chair, Cesar Ramirez
  • 1st Vice Chair, Barbara Harris
  • 2nd Vice Chair, John Hill
  • Treasurer, Craig Charrett
  • Secretary, Polly Burkhart
  • Sergeant at Arms, Mike Murphy

Request a Zoom link at: vcpolkdec@gmail.com

Jan
11
Wed
January SDC Membership Meeting @ Solivita Starlite Ballroom
Jan 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
  • Bob Monica, Solivita HOA Communication/IT Committee Chair will present updated information on the new Bulk Video and Internet Services request for proposal

We will elect new board members in March. The timeline for our elections is as follows:

  • January membership meeting: Nominating committee appointments announced.
  • February membership meeting: Nominees for Board member positions to be presented by Nominating committee.
  • March membership meeting: Elections held.
Jan
14
Sat
Solivita Club Expo @ Ballroom & Mosaics
Jan 14 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

This club expo offers the opportunity to learn about ours and other clubs available in Solivita.

Jan
21
Sat
MLK, Jr. Day Parade @ Lakeland, FL
Jan 21 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come watch or even march in the Lakeland MLK Parade with your fellow Polk County Democrats. Lakeland Dems are having a float in the parade.
Be sure to wear your Democratic Bling & bring signs or flags.

Let’s let Polk County know that the Democrats are in town!

Feb
8
Wed
February SDC Membership Meeting @ Solivita Starlite Ballroom
Feb 8 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
  • Watch here for meeting details to be announced