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, Nov 13, W. Bloomfield Public Library
WBLDems Executive Committee election, see below.
All meetings are free and open to the public. They are usually held on the 1st or 2nd 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.
WBLDems Executive Committee election will take place at our November meeting for the 2026-2027 term. We will discuss it at our October meeting. If you are interested in an at-large position, please be aware that there is a time commitment to attend ExComm meetings (normally by Zoom) and our monthly general membership meetings. We ask that you take a leadership role on one of our committees, actively participate in club events, and most importantly, support election efforts. If you want to run for the Ex Comm, position descriptions are here and please submit the attached bio or resume 30 days before the election, (October 14) to chair@wbldems.org. The work of the ExComm makes our club more meaningful and effective.
See our election procedure here. To run or vote in this election you must be a member of BOTH WBLDems and the Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) for at least 30 days before the Nov 13 election (October 14), except for precinct delegates and elected officials. However, everyone must still be a member of both groups to vote.
Join WBLDems here and MDP here. For mail in options or to check your member status, contact erichsusan@yahoo.com. All candidates and voters must arrive at the November meeting by 6 pm.
WBLDems supports the W. Bloomfield Public Schools sinking fund millage. Support our schools!
It’s that time of year again. The midterms are just 14 months away and the petitions are starting to appear. They generally fall into the two main categories of candidates or issues. See a brief overview of what's out there here.
From DOGE cuts to Executive Orders and Tariffs to the Big Bad Billionaires Budget, the consequences of the Trump administration are widespread. We want to hear how this agenda is impacting you. Please tell us your story here and we may share it in our social media efforts, with your approval of course.
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.
Current Needs:
• Dried beans & rice
• Laundry detergent, dish soap & cleaning products
Ongoing Needs:
• Toilet paper, diapers & wipes
Monetary Donations
Funds are very low and donations will be gratefully accepted here 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.
View the slides from our Sept. 11 meeting, Rescuing Democracy, which includes what you can do now, how to engage politically, the Beacon Project and the Race and Justice Initiative at WSU’s Damon J. Keith Center resources and the historical roots of our current lean into authoritarianism.
WBLDems Holiday Party
Celebrate the holiday season with us on Thursday, December 11 at the Shenandoah Country Club, 5600 Walnut Lake Rd in W. Bfld, at 6 pm with an open bar and delicious Mediterranean buffet.
The DEADLINE for tickets is Dec 4, no tickets available at the door. Purchase tickets online here or in-person (cash or check) at our Oct or Nov club meetings.
First Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm for socializing. See schedule here.
Second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm, at Sheet Metal Workers Local 80, 17100 W 12 Mile Rd in Southfield
The next bi-monthly general membership meeting will be on Wednesday, November 19, 6:00 pm, Location TBD. Most meetings are usually held every other month on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm at different locations around the district.
Defending Democracy demonstration in WB - ongoing
Thursdays at 4pm in front of the W. Bfld Tesla dealership on Orchard Lk Rd.
Rush Hour Resistance Bridge Visibility Event - ongoing
Fridays, 4:30 pm at 29995 W. 12 Mile Rd. in Farmington Hills
For other resistance actions see: mivoter.org and Michigan Resistance Calendar.
Wednesday, Nov 5, 6:30pm at the West Bloomfield Library
Saturday, November 15 with keynote speaker, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett - a dynamic leader, bold truth-teller, and rising voice for progress across the nation. Tickets and other information here.
Tuesday, November 18 at 6 pm, W. Bfld Library - A panel discussion with experts including Howard Baron, Retired Bfld Hills School Board, Ken Gutman, Oakland Schools Superintendent, Marc Siegler, Walled Lk School Board, and Christina Carlin, Literacy Specialist Oakland County Schools
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.
