The West Bloomfield - Lakes Area Democratic Club is an official association of the Michigan Democratic Party in West Bloomfield Township. We work to promote the philosophy of the Democratic Party, help elect Democrats to public office, and increase civic engagement.
Next Meeting: Thurs, July 10, W. B. Library
With guest speaker, MDP Chair, Curtis Hertel.
All meetings are free and open to the public. They are usually held on the 1st Thursday of the month and our primary venue is the West Bloomfield Public Library. However, meeting date, and location occasionally change due to venue availability. Meeting details are always provided via email notices, on the website, and meeting schedule.
Save the date for our Annual Picnic: Sunday, Aug 17. Details here.
Elbows Up! Indivisible We the People Dissent - an international day of protest along the entire 5,525 mile US-Canadian border on July 5. In Detroit at Hart Plaza at 1 pm, more info here.
See: mivoter.org and Michigan Resistance Calendar.
Join the Western Wayne Indivisible group to a weekly protest outside of the Tesla Dealership, 6800 Orchard Lake Rd in W. Bloomfield, every Thursday from 4 - 6 pm. Bring your own signs. See other Tesla protests at teslatakedown.com.
Join Waterford Dems for a peaceful sidewalk protest against the ongoing Musk/Trump coup. Fire unelected Elon Musk for illegal actions and protect our American democracy. Bring your signs and flags. Every Monday from 4-6 pm at the corner of M59 and Crescent Lake Rd.
As we look for ways to fight back against the unlawful and destructive actions of the Trump Administration, check out these important groups that are fighting back in court here.
Thank you to everyone who joined the millions of people at any of the thousands of nationwide No Kings protests. Your actions really do make a difference!
Please join us collect items for the Oakland County Poverty & Homelessness Task Force, with the help of Kimber Bishop-Yanke, founder of the non-profit Kids Empowered on the Move, to benefit persons in need in our area and nearby communities. Due to high levels of need and cuts in funding, we are collecting donated items at our monthly meetings throughout this year.
Ongoing Needs:
• Toilet paper
• Laundry detergent, dish soap & multi-purpose cleaning products
• Diapers & wipes (always needed)
Monetary Donations
Kimber Bishop-Yanke reports funds are very low and donations will be gratefully accepted at: kidsempoweredonthemove.org/donate/ or bring checks payable to “Kids Empowered on the Move” to our meetings or mail them to 1787 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy Mi 48084
For questions or to drop off items if you miss a meeting, please contact Sue Erich.
@wbldems.bsky.social
With a new MDP chair, Curtis Hertel, it’s an exciting time to be a part of the party. Also, to vote at WBLDems meetings you must be a member of the club and the MDP. Join here.
First Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm for socializing. See schedule here.
Monday, June 30, 6:30 pm at the West Bloomfield Public Library.
Second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm, at Sheet Metal Workers Local 80, 17100 W 12 Mile Rd in Southfield
Bi-monthly general membership meetings are usually held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm. The next one will be on Wednesday, July 23rd, 7:00 pm, location TBD. Details here.
Saturday, July 26, 11 am - 2 pm at Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lk Rd. Tickets $15/$20 at the door. RSVP here.
Join Us
Become a part of the West Bloomfield - Lakes Democratic community. We are stronger together.
WBLDems is a non-profit community of progressive volunteers and with your participation and support, we can make a difference. The WBLDems area includes West Bloomfield Twp, Keego Harbor, Sylvan Lake and Orchard Lake Village. In 2022, WBLDems formed a Political Action Committee to help elect quality Democratic candidates.
Our members work to ensure that Democratic values are protected and promoted, and that every vote counts.
