WHO WE ARE -- OUR PURPOSE AND MISSION

To stimulate greater interest in government affairs
To further the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party
To increase Democratic Party registration and turnout
To help elect Democratic candidates who will truly support the United States Constitution and work for the highest degree of economic and social justice and welfare for all people.
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Laguna Woods Democratic Club (LWDC) serves as the meeting and gathering place for registered Democrats and friends of the Democratic Party in the community of Laguna Woods Village, a senior community of 18,000 residents, in Orange County, California.

REGULAR MEETINGS
For Laguna Woods Residents & Their Guests

When: Third Tuesday of every month (with rare exceptions). See below to check the date and time.
Time: 7:00 p.m. (come early at 6:30 p.m. to socialize!)
Where: Laguna Woods Village Clubhouse 2 at 24112 Moulton Parkway. (RSVP: Only if you don't live Laguna Woods Village: Email info@lagunawoodsdemocrats.org to be added to our email list and for gate clearance.)

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June 2025 Events

Supervisor Katrina Foley

Meeting: June 17, 2025, 7:00 p.m., Clubhouse 2

Supervisor Katrina Foley, Vice Chair, Fifth District, and Laguna Woods’ representative on the Orange County Board of Supervisors, will be our featured speaker on June 17, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. Supervisor Foley will share her priorities for the district she represents as well as the mission of the Board and its duties, which include approving a massive budget, approving contracts for projects and services, and conducting public hearings on land use and other matters. Come early at 6:30 to socialize and write postcards.

Let’s Do Something! June Calendar of Resistance

6/1- Every Sunday there is a large peaceful protest in Irvine at Harvard and Alton near Irvine City Hall from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. Sponsor: Indivisible CD40. See Facebook page. (also on 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29).
6/4– Every Wednesday Rally – 12:00 -2:00 p.m., at the corner of La Paz and Marguerite near the Mission Viejo office of Congresswoman Young Kim. Sponsor: SouthOC4Democracy. Contact Janice Burstin at jburstin@comline.com.
6/11 – Every Wednesday Rally – New Time 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the corner of La Paz and Marguerite near the Mission Viejo office of Congresswoman Young Kim. Sponsor: SouthOC4Democracy (also on 6/18, 6/25 ) Contact: Janice Burstin at jburstin@comline.com.
6/14 – Nationwide ‘NO KINGS’ Rally – At the corner of El Toro and Paseo de Valencia from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Our rally coincides with a national day of outrage over the current administration’s policies and actions, which are anti-democratic and steering us towards an oligarchy in which our civil rights are being stripped away. Please bring signs to express your outrage on any issues that concern you as only some signs will be available. Any questions, contact Janice Burstin at jburstin@comline.com.Let’s make this the largest rally yet! Sign up on Mobilize.us or contact Janice Burstin at jburstin@comline.com.
6/17 – LWDC Monthly Meeting – With Supervisor Katrina Foley. CH2 at 7:00 p.m. Topic: “An Update on District 5 from the O.C. Board of Supervisors.” ALSO – LWV Community Council for Giving has extended collecting items for the pediatric patients at the Children's Hospital Orange County (CHOC). At the meeting we will collect your donation of new, unwrapped toys, craft items, puzzles, or comic books for all ages. Come at 6:30 p.m. for the letter and postcard writing on the issue of the week! Information contact Mary Ribando at (716) 984-9480 or marytribando@aol.com.
6/19 – Young Kim‘s office hours at Laguna Woods City Hall every third Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Drop off a letter or chat with her staff. Information contact Mary Ribando at (716) 984-9480 or marytribando@aol.com.
6/21 – Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Clubhouse 5 at 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. African American Heritage Club Juneteenth Celebration. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $45 per person. Paid reservations required by June 14th. Dressy Attire – Get out for an evening of dining and great music. To join the Democratic Club table, contact Sue Dearing: (949) 463-4419 or sdearing@comline.com.
6/18– Laguna Woods City Council meeting at 2:00 p.m.
6/25 – Laguna Woods City Council ‘adjourned’ meeting at 2:00 p.m. For detailed information see the city calendar at https://www.cityoflagunawoods.org.
EVERY WEEK - I CAN DO THIS! See our weekly Club email with a recommended
action item that you could and should take. Let’s not be silent!
CALL THE WHITE HOUSE: Here’s the link: https://www.whitehouse.gov/ Contact/ phone number: (202) 456-1111 Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.

REMEMBER … COURAGE IS CONTAGIOUS! THANK YOU FOR RESISTING!

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Democratic Club (Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m.)

Let’s Stay Involved in Politics

One way we can continue to advocate for our issues and needs is to call Congresswoman Young Kim once a month or so, thank her when she does something we support, and respectfully let her know our concerns when she supports potentially harmful legislation. Please advocate for Democratic values by calling Young Kim’s office. Her contact numbers are:

Mission Viejo Office (949) 268-6706 / Washington D.C. Office (202) 225-4111 /
Email via her website: https://youngkim.house.gov

HOW WE ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION

INVOLVEMENT

Charitable Opportunities
Membership
Monthly Club Meetings (see above)
Programs and Initiatives
Social Events (see above)

VOTER EDUCATION

Candidate Forums (see above)
Election Information
Newsletters
Our Elected Officials
Special Events (see above)
Village TV (see above)

ACTIVISM

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