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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 16/10/2026

Brady Rice and Meghan Joye from the Lower East Side Partnership solicited input on the potential expansion of the BID (LES.NYC/Expansion) and club treasurer Jeremy Sherber facilitated a group discussion of the five proposals folks will see on their ballots to amend the NYC Charter.

Photograph of Brady Rice (left) and Meghan Joye (right) of the Lower East Side Partnership standing in front of a video monitor.

In his left hand Brady holds fliers describe how the LESP is exploring expanding the boundaries of the BID to include more businesses and blocks in the neighborhood.

He invited folks to share input on the first phase of the expansion by completing a short community needs survey: les.nyc/expansion

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 16/10/2026

District Leader for AD65 Part A Joe Gordon reviewed the role of the district leaders and how DLs help advance the local community's interests. NYS Democratic State Committee Member Fannie Ip (AD65) recapped the proceedings from September's State Committee meeting, highlighting resolutions passed.

Photograph of District Leader for AD65 Part A Joe Gordon. He is standing in front of a video monitor explaining the roles a district leader plays both within the Democratic party and the community.

Photograph of NYS Democratic State Committee Member Fannie Ip (AD65) standing in front of a video monitor recapping the proceedings from September's meeting of the State Committee in Tarrytown, NY

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 16/10/2026

What an incredibly productive last meeting before the midterm elections! Thanks to current NYS Assemblymember and candidate for NYS Senate Grace Lee (for briefing us on the status of current legislation) and to candidate for NYS Assembly @illapa.nyc (for highlighting 2027 legislative priorities).

Photograph of current NYS Assemblymember and candidate for NYS Senate Grace Lee reviewing the status of various pieces of legislation in Albany.

Photograph of candidate for NYS Assembly (AD65) Illapa Sairitupac in front of a video monitor answering questions from members of the Grand Street Democrats.

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 26/09/2026

Calling all Lower East Side parents! This coming Friday Oct 2, after you drop off your kids at school, come meet the members of Community Education Council School District 1. CECs serve a crucial advisory role, connecting parents to administrators and advocating for neighborhood kids' needs.

A poster with a banner at the top for CEC1 (Community Education Council District 1). Friday, October 2, 2026 between 9:00 am and 11:00 am there will be a meet & greet with members of community education council members of Community School District 1

Held at PS20 Anna Silver School at 166 Essex Street, Room 128, New York, NY

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 23/09/2026

Come postcard with us on Tuesday, October 6th right here on Grand Street! We have partnered with Postcard to Voters to send GOTV postcards to the people of Georgia. Postcards will be provided! RSVP here: tinyurl.com/GSD-GAPostca...

Write GOTV Postcards to Georgia Happy Hour
Tuesday, Oct. 6th from 5:30pm - 7:30 pm
Saluggi's East: 399 Grand Street

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 14/08/2026

Thanks to all our neighbors that came out for good conversation and delicious ice cream from Adirondack Creamery! Grand Street Dems is thrilled so many friends stopped by to build community and share their thoughts on how to improve the neighborhood and beyond.

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 31/07/2026

GSD was thrilled to support the Vote Blue coalition at their fundraiser to send volunteers to canvass for swing district candidates in PA, NJ and NY. Flipping control of the House this November is of the utmost importance. Get on the bus with your neighbors starting Sat. Sept. 19! votebluenyc.org

GSD President Kenny Wind alongside CoDA President Ayo Harrington and NYC CD-1's own Councilmember Christopher Marte at Vote Blue's July 30 fundraiser in support of sending canvassers to five key swing districts in advance of the November general election (PA-07, PA-08, PA-10, NJ-07 and NY-17).

Nicole Kontolefa and Tony Alfieri at Vote Blue's July 30 fundraiser in support of sending canvassers to five key swing districts in advance of the November general election (PA-07, PA-08, PA-10, NJ-07 and NY-17).

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 28/07/2026

It's critical Democrats flip the House in November! To support experienced and novice canvassers, Grand Street Dems will convene a role-playing workshop for folks to practice door-knocking in a fun, low-stress environment. This event will be limited to 16 participants so an RSVP is required.

Flyer for the Grand Street Democrats' Aug. 12 workshop to practice in-person door-knocking and canvassing skills. It will take place in the Seward Park Community Room at 266 East Broadway from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

Interested in helping flip swing districts blue?
Hesitant about knocking on strangers' doors?

Whether you're an experienced door-knocker or have never canvassed but know the electoral stakes in November, join us to practice our listening and persuasion skills in a fun, supportive setting.

Eat pizza
Adopt personas
Role-play scenarios
Give and receive feedback

Capacity limited to 16 participants
RSVP at bit.ly/canvassingworkshop

Includes logos from Grand Street Dems and Vote Blue

Two photographs are included. One shows a canvasser with a clipboard speaking with a woman in her home doorway. The second shows a canvasser being greeted by a friendly dog at a gate.

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 21/07/2026

Beat the heat with friends and New York's best ice cream at the Grand Street Democrats' Ice Cream Social! Tuesday, Aug. 11 between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm in the Seward Park Community Room at 266 East Broadway. Special thanks to our friends at Adirondack Creamery for their generous ice cream donation!

A graphic illustration of eight people digging into ice cream on a flyer promoting Grand Street Dems' Aug 11 ice cream social from 6:30-8:30 pm.

The text notes the address is 266 East Broadway and that folks should ask the security guard to direct them to the community room when they arrive.

The graphic includes the following text:
Non-dairy options will also be available
Tell us what issues you care about!
Meet your neighbors!
Eat ice cream!

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Grand Street Democrats @grandstreetdems.nyc · 10/06/2026

Assembly Member candidate Wei-Li Tjong is hosting a Knicks watch party TONIGHT @ 8pm in Hester Lot (entrance on Hester and Essex). Bring your snacks & beverages and cheer the Knicks on with neighbors. No registration needed. Knicks in 5!

New York Knicks Game 4 Watch Party hosted by candidate for AD65 Wei-Li Tjong. Hester Street Lot (enter on Hester and Essex). Gates open at 8:00 pm; tip off at 8:30 pm. Bring your own snacks and drinks! No registration required.

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