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Join us for the Next DTC Meeting!

Ledyard Democrats Monthly Meeting ​Upcoming dates:
4th MONDAYS of each month, 6 PM
July 28, August 25, Sept. 22, October 27, ​Nov. 24
IN PERSON LOCATION: TOWN HALL ANNEX, 741 Colonel Ledyard Hwy.
MEETINGS ARE HYBRID! VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE IS ALSO AN OPTION!

If you are interested in attending our meetings or becoming a member, email [email protected] for more information and to get the meeting link to join virtually.


​Pizza and Politics: a fundraiser for Ledyard and Montville Democrats

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May 17, 2025
2-4 pm

At Colonel Ledyard Park Pavilion
21 Blonders Blvd, Ledyard, CT 06339

Confirmed Guests: 
Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz 
Attorney General William Tong

State Senator Cathy Osten

Congressman Joe Courtney
is a possible guest but cannot yet confirm! 


Reserve a seat now by donating $15 or more at bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate 
(for more than one person, enter # people in the "comments" section so we can plan appropriately)

Your donation/reservation will include 2 pizza slices and a drink!
Join the Ledyard and Montville Democrats for PIZZA and POLITICS, a fundraiser and community gathering! Hear updates from our elected officials on local, state, and national issues. Ask questions and hear updates about what THEY are doing and what WE can do to protect Democracy and improve the quality of life for all residents. 

To RSVP, please donate $15 or more to EITHER (or both) Ledyard DTC or Montville DTC: 
at bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate
and/or
montvillectdemocrats.org
https://secure.anedot.com/montville-democrats/donate


Paid for by Ledyard DTC, Jeff Kulo, Treasurer and Montville DTC, Timothy Shanahan, Treasurer.



Past Events

Fall Fest with Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz

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Saturday, October 21, 2024, 2-4 pm
Gales Ferry Community Center
18 Hurlbutt Rd, Gales Ferry 
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Join us for drinks in many flavors, music, raffles, snacks, and fun fall-themed activities! A great opportunity to meet the Democratic candidates for Ledyard Town Council and Board of Education!

Drinks (non-alcoholic) will include: 
Apple Pie Punch 
Hot Chocolate 
Candy Corn Punch


Snacks will include: 
Apple Dipping Bar
and other fun treats!


RSVP BY MAKING A DONATION AT bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate (optional)
Suggested donation: $25+

Facebook event page

Confirmed guests:
Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz 
State Senator Cathy Osten 
State Representative Kevin Ryan 
Town Councilor Naomi Rodriguez and Town Council candidates
Ledyard BOE members and candidates

Invited Guests:
Senator Chris Murphy
Senator Richard Blumenthal
Congressman Joe Courtney 
Governor Ned Lamont 
Attorney General William Tong
Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas
Treasurer Erick Russell
Comptroller Sean Scanlon

Meet the Candidates Saturday, Sept. 16! 

Coffee with the Candidates
Saturday, September 16, 2024, 10-11 am
Meet up at Lucille's, 740 Colonel Ledyard Hwy, Ledyard
❤️ Meet candidates, share your opinions about our town, and hear their ideas/why they’re running!  
At 11, candidates will go out canvassing to speak with our neighbors and make sure everyone knows to vote on November 7! All volunteers welcome to join!


We will also support the Ledyard Lions’ effort for Veterans Stand Down (September 22nd). 
At our Meet the Candidates event, we will collect items to donate to Ledyard Lions for veterans. 
They are collecting: 
- Hats, Gloves, Hoodies, Socks, Underwear, T-shirts (short and long sleeved).
- Personal Hygiene kits for both men and women.
- Hand sanitizer, face masks.
- Non-perishable food items, gift cards for supermarkets and department stores.
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Please bring these items with you when you come to Lucille’s on 9/16 and we will donate everything that is collected!
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​Ledyard Democrats invite you to join us for Game Night!

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Game Night with Ledyard Democrats and Town Commission Members
August 26, 2024, 4-6 pm
At Holdridge Pavilion, Ledyard Center
Facebook Event Page
Cost: Free!
  • Join us for an evening of games (e.g., mini obstacle course, cornhole, water balloon tossing, Simon says, limbo and more) that will be fun for the whole family! More details to come.
  • Issa Catering food truck will be there! Food and dessert can be purchased directly from their truck!
  • Democratic members of town commissions will help lead the games and also share info about what they do on our town commissions and what motivates them to serve our town. Information about how to join a town committee or commission will be available!

​This event is FREE and all are welcome.

Donations to the Ledyard Democratic Town Committee to help cover costs and support our municipal campaign are gratefully accepted at
 LedyardDTC.com/donate.

PIZZA and POLITICS! Ledyard DTC fundraiser June 9

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​Hear an update on Gales Ferry's future outlook on education, environment, and economic developments.

What does the future hold for Gales Ferry and Ledyard?


Confirmed guests: 
Congressman Joe Courtney 
Senator Cathy Osten 
Representative Kevin Ryan



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The Ledyard Democratic Town Committee invites you to join us for a DTC fundraiser:

PIZZA and POLITICS! 


June 9, 2023
6 PM

Gales Ferry Fire House
1772 CT-12, Gales Ferry, CT 06335

Facebook event page HERE


Donations of $12 or more to the Ledyard DTC will reserve your spot!
Your donation will include 2 pizza slices and a drink!

Reserve your spot at bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate
(for more than one person, enter names in the "comments" section)


Reserve your spot with a donation of $12 or more at bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate 


Donations/Reservations can also be made by CHECK - information at LedyardDTC.com/donate.
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We will hold a 50/50 raffle at our 6/9 Pizza and Politics event, and you do NOT need to attend to win!

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20

Purchase tickets by donating $5 per ticket or $20 for 5 tickets at bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate.
In the comments, put "for raffle tickets".
(To also attend the event, donate $12+ per person and comment "for event and raffle tickets".


The winning ticket wins HALF of the total money collected for the raffle!

The raffle drawing will take place at 7:45 pm on Friday, June 9.

More info at the Facebook Event Page.

Hike and Hot Dogs 

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2022 AT 10 AM – 1 PM
Facebook event page: 
https://fb.me/e/1GyGuJGUn
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Join the Ledyard DTC for a gentle hike at Colonel Ledyard Park in Ledyard center! This is a great opportunity to meet/see your neighbors, enjoy one of Ledyard's outdoor gems, and meet environmental champions who are running for state legislative offices.

  • We will meet up at 10 am at the Colonel Ledyard Park DeMuria Pavilion; have a quick introduction to the candidates, including Ashley Gillece, candidate for 43rd district state representative, then walk the Colonel Ledyard hiking trail (1.3 mile loop, 150 elevation gain, average of 32 minutes to complete).
  • After the hike, we will gather back at the pavilion for conversation, drinks, and COOK-OUT LUNCH provided by the DTC!
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Ledyard DTC members will GRILL a cook out for attendees from 11:30-1. Hamburgers, hot dogs, fruit, cookies and more will be served. Participants are welcome to attend either the hike or the lunch or both. 

There is NO CHARGE for this lunch!  

Donations to the Ledyard DTC are always welcome. 

More information about Colonel Ledyard Park at:
Ledyard Parks & Rec
AllTrails
This is a great opportunity to meet/see your neighbors, enjoy one of Ledyard's outdoor gems, and meet some of the environmental champions who are running for state legislative offices.

The CT League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) recently released its
 annual scorecard
, grading all CT legislators on bills considered important to the CTLCV. The results were summarized in a recent article from The Day.

Local Democrats: 
  •  Senator Cathy Osten scored 93%
  •  Representative Chris Conley scored 90%
  •  Rep. Kevin Ryan scored 100%

Local Republicans: 
  •  Rep. Greg Howard scored 73%
  •  Rep. Brian Lanoue received a dismal score of 17%
  •  Rep. Mike France earned a score of 18% and a spot in the ‘Out of Sync With the Environment’ group
 Representatives Howard, France, and Lanoue all voted against the CT Clean Air Act - one of the biggest steps the state has ever taken to combat climate change. (Read more in The CT Mirror) 
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Working at the state level to combat climate change and protect our natural resources with smart policies like those highlighted by CTLCV is a goal we can all share, especially in light of the recent heat wave that swept the state.

Wonderful Evening at Holmberg's :
​Great Company, Food, Music, and Dance! 
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Thank you SO much to everyone who joined us last night at Holmberg's Orchards! So many Ledyard Democrats supported this event, whether by attending, purchasing raffle drawing tickets, or donating even if you couldn't attend!

Thank you:

Holmberg Orchards & Winery, Gourmet Galley, Dance Country and DJ PIX.
All the DTC members who organized the event, donated prizes, or helped in so many other ways! Our members supported many local businesses through this event!
Senator
Cathy Osten and State Representative Christine Conley for attending and supporting the Ledyard DTC!

Congratulations to all of our Raffle Drawing Winners!

Did you miss the event but still want to support the Ledyard Democrats? Donate $5 or more at
ledyarddtc.com/donate, and thank you!

Enjoy these pictures and we look forward to seeing you again at Holmberg's next year and at our other upcoming events!​


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What a fun and delicious event! THANK YOU to everyone who came out yesterday, despite the chilly weather! 

Results of the highly anticipated COOKIE CONTEST - which was determined using RANKED CHOICE VOTING, of course! 

🏆The top vote-getter was the 🎃 pumpkin raisin cookie by April Kneads Dough! With a close follow by the chocolate caramel sea salt cookie by Zest Coffee Bar. 

Thank you to all our guests and speakers:
Congressman Joe Courtney 
Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz 
State Senator Cathy Osten 
State Representative Kevin Ryan  
State Senate (18th district) candidate Farouk Rajab  
Preston Democratic Town Committee 
Montville Democrats 
Preston First Selectwoman Sandra Allyn-Gauthier 
Preston Selectman Jerry Grabarek
Montville Town Councilor Tim May

  Ledyard Town Councilor Mary McGrattan
Ledyard Town Councilor Naomi Rodriguez 
Ledyard Town Councilor Bill Saums 
Ledyard BOE Member Alex Rode

And many more!
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Meet the Candidates!
​SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 AT 1 PM – 4 PM 
at Holdridge Pavilion, 
740 Colonel Ledyard Hwy, Ledyard, CT 
Facebook Event Page: https://fb.me/e/2pFxOZyBJ

Please join the Ledyard Democratic Town Committee for an afternoon of meeting the candidates for Ledyard Town Council and Board of Education plus good food and good company!

Meet up at Holdridge Pavilion anytime between 1-4 pm. The DTC will provide a barbecue meal, snacks, and drinks. Drinks and snacks will be individually portioned, while the barbecue will be served by a volunteer. Guests are welcome to bring their own food if they are more comfortable eating their own food for safety/health reasons.
Kids are very welcome! Family-friendly event.

Learn all about the candidates at www.ledyarddtc.com/candidates!
Donations to cover the cost of food and campaign related expenses are welcome, but not required. Donations can be made at www.bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate.

Confirmed attendees:
Ledyard Town Council candidates
Ledyard Board of Education candidates
State Senator Cathy Osten
State Representative Christine Conley
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Paid for by the Ledyard DTC and Joanne Kelley. Joanne Kelley, Treasurer.

Monday August 16, 6 pm
VIRTUAL Book club discussing The Three Mothers: how the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin shaped a nation, by Anna Malaika Tubbs


For this meet up, we discussed the book The Three Mothers: how the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin shaped a nation, by Anna Malaika Tubbs.

The book discussion was  facilitated by Ledyard DTC member Nicole Cruz-Glacken.

The Three Mothers can be found at Ledyard's Libraries or purchased at one of these bookstores: https://www.shopblackct.com/black-owned-bookstores.html or https://shoppeblack.us/2020/03/black-owned-online-bookstores1/



July 12: CT's  Zoning Reform Bill: A Conversation with Sara Bronin of Desegregate CT

Monday, July 12, 5:30-7 pm
Please join the Ledyard Democratic Town Committee for a virtual conversation with Sara Bronin, founder of Desegregate CT.
Facebook event page: 

https://fb.me/e/1yqc40gyL

Legislators passed House Bill 6107, a bill that includes key zoning & housing reforms to increase affordability and equity in CT!  The new law legalizes accessory dwelling units, caps excessive parking requirements, develops a model form-based code, defines character by physical standards, mandates training for land use commissioners, clarifies technical standards, defines "as-of-right," eliminates unreasonable application fees, and requires towns to affirmatively further fair housing and address housing disparities.
Join us to learn about this bill, how it relates to our/your town, and what you can do to help!


June 19: Ledyard Democrats' 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser

Please join us for a 5K walk/run to benefit the Ledyard Democrats’ 2021 Municipal Election Campaign and LEAF!

​Join us for a joint, in-person casual hike on Saturday June 19 at 10 am at Nathan Lester House. (Facebook event page: www.bit.ly/LedyardDemocrats5KJune19)
 OR run or walk a 5K anytime between June 12-20 on your own (Facebook event page: 
https://fb.me/e/1IAMwdKV2)


How it Works:
1. Register for the event by donating $20 to the Ledyard DTC at http://bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate.
$10 will help fund the Ledyard Democrats’ campaign for this November’s Board of Education and Town Council election. The Ledyard DTC will donate $10 of your registration fee to Ledyard Educational Advancement Foundation (LEAF)
--> As a thank you for your donation, you will receive a decorative magnet (see the #LedyardCentered design on right)!

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Join us for a joint, in-person casual hike on Saturday June 19 at 10 am at Nathan Lester House OR Run or walk a 5K anytime between June 12-20 on your own!

Why this week? We are celebrating/honoring many things:
Month of June:
  • LGBTQ+ Pride month
  • Immigrants Heritage month
  • June 1 - Ledyard’s birthday!
  • Saturday, June 12 - Ledyard Pride Parade on Ledyard fairgrounds (https://fb.me/e/2feRZAWus)
  • Monday, June 14 - Flag Day (www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/flag-day)
  • Tuesday, June 15 - Native American Citizenship Day
  • Saturday, June 19 - Juneteenth (www.nytimes.com/article/juneteenth-day-celebration.html)
  • Sunday, June 20 - Father’s Day
3. When you come on June 19th, or run/walk on your own, wear a shirt that commemorates whatever it is that you care about – Education, Women’s Rights, Health Care, Anti-racism, Democracy, Climate Change - what do you care about? What do you want to help make better for our town and for our country? Let us know - show off your gear!

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Ledyard Democrats Participate in Town-Wide Clean Up
When: Saturday May 1, 10 am

Where: Meet at the Nathan Lester House, 153 Vinegar Hill Rd, Gales Ferry, CT, parking lot at 10 AM; we will pick up litter and debris along Long Cove Road. 
 
The Ledyard Democratic Town Committee is doing our part to make our town beautiful! Join the Ledyard Democrats this Saturday, May 1, as we participate in the Ledyard Beautification Committee's Earth Day Clean up events!  All are encouraged to participate.

 
Ledyard Democrats will provide gloves and bring pickers and bags, courtesy of Southeastern Connecticut Regional Resources Recovery Authority (SCRRRA).
 
Masks are required and social distancing protocols will be followed.
 
More information is available by contacting [email protected], or visit Ledyard DTC at www.ledyarddtc.com or on social media @LedyardCTDems.

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Ledyard Democrats Open Mic Night!

APRIL 10 6-8 PM: virtual event via GoToMeeting. 

It’s been a year since our lives changed due to COVID-19 - let’s de-stress and have fun!  At this virtual fundraiser for the Ledyard Democrats to fund this year’s municipal campaign, each of us will have the opportunity to speak and make our voices heard. Come share your spoken word, poetry, or just speak from your heart.

Guest speakers include: U.S. Representative Joe Courtney, State Senator Cathy Osten, State Representative Christine Conley, New London City Councilor Curtis Goodwin, City of Groton Mayoral candidate Aundre Bumgardner, and New London City Councilor Efrain Domínguez. This event will also feature a Silent Auction!

Make a $10 donation (or more if you’re able to) at http://bit.ly/LedyardDTCDonate, and we will email you the link to join the event! Students are welcome to attend free - just email [email protected] to ask for the event link.

For more information, visit http://bit.ly/LedyardOpenMicNight on Facebook or email [email protected]!
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