Join the Sumner Dems for one of our upcoming monthly or annual events!

Volunteer Opportunity: Food Distribution with Unlimited Potential
The Sumner County community can use a helping hand, and you can be those hands. Put on your blue finery or your Sumner Dems T-shirt and join fellow SCDP volunteers to help distribute food at the Spring Drive-Thru Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by Unlimited Potential. Check in at the desk in front of the First Baptist Church Winchester in Gallatin between 8:15 and 8:30 a.m., then begin helping sort, pack, and distribute fresh and canned food to your fellow community members when they drive through the lot until food runs out or the last vehicle is loaded, usually before noon.

SCDP Office Cleanup
The Sumner Dems are one of the few counties across our state to have a consistent office space, and we want to make it as welcoming as possible. With that being said - oin the Sumner Dems for an office cleanup!
We’ll be organizing the back closet, painting the walls, giving the floors a good scrub, and getting the office into shape for new events, caucus meetings, political trainings, and more.
Come wearing cleaning or painting clothes - all welcome! Kiddos who are willing to help more than welcome, and feel free to drop in for a few minutes or stay the whole time.

Pints with Progressives
Join us for our monthly Pints With Progressives! Each month, the SCDP visits a different local eatery for drinks, food, and friendship.
Location changes each month between Gallatin and Hendersonville, with occasional gatherings in Portland and White House. This month, we’ll be upstairs at Casa Roja in Gallatin. See you there!

Nevertheless We Read: SCDP Book Club
Join us for the launch of the Nevertheless We Read Sumner Dems book club. This month, we’re reading On Disinformation: How to Fight for Truth and Protect Democracy by Lee McIntyre.
The book club will meet monthly on the 4th Tuesday at 6:30 PM. Feel free to bring a snack to share! Books will be selected at each meeting for the next month.
More information to come!

SCDP at Squarefest
Join the SCDP at Squarefest! Gallatin’s twice-yearly street festival is back and better than ever so head on over and say hello - we’ll be there waiting to meet you!

SCDP May Potluck
Join the Sumner Dems for our monthly potluck at headquarters! Bring a dish to share and come for community, learning, and good food.
SCDP Spring Picnic
Join us for the 3rd Annual Blue Wave Barbecue: SCDP Picnic.
Join the Sumner Dems on Saturday, May 17th from 1:00 to 4:00 PM for our third annual community picnic: the Blue Wave Barbecue!
In a time where so much is uncertain, we believe in resilience and healing. Join us for a casual family barbecue with stations set up for sign-making, community bonding, chair yoga, and more - everything you need to refocus!
This year, we're especially excited to welcome Terrell McDaniel, PhD., HSP as he talks to us about coping mechanisms and how to move forward.
Bring a lawn chair and a dish to share - then join us. Address is in Gallatin, TN and will be sent out a few days before the picnic!

Nevertheless We Read: SCDP Book Club
Join us for month two of the Nevertheless We Read Sumner Dems book club. This month’s book will be decided at the April 22nd meeting.
The book club will meet monthly on the 4th Tuesday at 6:30 PM. Feel free to bring a snack to share! Books will be selected at each meeting for the next month.
More information to come!

SCDP Potluck
Join the Sumner Dems for our monthly potluck at headquarters! Bring a dish to share and come for community, learning, and good food. This month, meet our newly elected officers for 2025-2027.

Sumner County Democratic Party Reorganization
Join the Sumner County Democratic Party for our bi-annual county party reorganization!
Are you ready to get involved? On Saturday, March 29th, we'll meet together to elect our 2025-2027 officers and executive committee. Elections will be held at the Sumner County Administration building (355 Belvedere Drive, Gallatin) on Saturday, March 29th at 10:00 AM. Doors open at 9:30 AM and re-organization will start promptly at 10:00 AM (so don't be late!).
Pre-register at the link below using your full name as it appears on your voter ID card.
Eligible participants should have a record of voting in Democratic primaries. If your most recent primary ballot in Tennessee is for the Republican Party, you are not eligible to vote in this election. Just moved to town, freshly 18, or unsure about your voting record? Send us an email and we'll provide further information.
To read the 2025 Rules for SCDP Reorganization Convention, click here.
To read the up-for-vote 2025 by-laws, click here.
Are you interested in running to be a part of the Sumner County Democratic Party Executive Committee? We’d love to have you!
The Executive Committee is composed of 29 members: five officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Past Chair) and 24 district representatives. While our goal is to fill those 24 seats with individuals from each county commission district, the party works on a county-wide basis (not a district-wide basis), so we do our best to fill all seats with geographic diversity.
Nominations for these elected positions are taken on the floor with the following time allocated:
Nomination: 45 seconds
Second to nomination: 30 seconds
Candidate: > 1.5 minutes
Duties for Officers include:
Party Chair: The Chair leads the county party, serves as the public face of the organization, and supports the officer team in running their programs. The Chair leads the executive committee as the primary membership of the county party. The Chair supports each officer and their programs ensuring they have the resources to succeed. The Chair works directly with Democratic elected officials at the state and local levels to advance the party’s agenda.
Vice-Chair: The Vice-Chair assists the Chair in leadership of the party, stepping into the role whenever the Chair is unable to perform their duties. The vice-chair maintains a seat on all committees and acts as an arm of the Chair. The Vice-Chair is a resource to all committee chairs and caucus leaders.
Secretary: The Secretary shall:
Keep the minutes of all Executive Committee meetings and conventions;
Distribute the minutes of each meeting to the full Executive Committee by the Friday before the next meeting to facilitate any needed actions and the approval of the minutes at the subsequent meeting;
Conduct a verbal roll call of all the Executive Committee at every business meeting and keep attendance records for all meetings of the Executive Committee and report to the Executive Committee all instances of excessive absences;
See that all notices are duly given in accordance with provisions of law and the bylaws;
Be custodian of the records of the County Party;
Keep membership records and have general charge of membership books of the Executive Committee;
In general, perform all duties incident to the office of secretary and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the Chair or by the Executive Committee, or which may be required by law.
Treasurer: The Treasurer is responsible for all money management for the party and shall be bonded and insured. This role includes the following:
Have charge and custody of and be responsible for all funds and securities of the County Party, making deposits of any check or cash;
Keep and maintain, open to inspection by any member of the EC at all reasonable times, adequate and correct accounts of the funds and transactions of the County Party;
Disburse the funds of the County Party as may be ordered by the Executive Committee through approved motions;
Present a monthly itemized statement of income and expenditures to the EC;
Register with the Tennessee Registry of Election Finance (TREF) and file any and all reports required by TREF at the state;
Ensure that the Party complies with all Financial regulations set forth by the state.
Minimum Required Duties for Executive Committeemembers include:
- Monthly Board Meeting (approximately one hour a month)
- Monthly Committee Meetings (one to two meetings per month, committee assignments at discretion of chair)
- Volunteer time at one of our four big events (Picnic, Three Star Dinner, Square Fest, Main Street Festival)
Additional Duties include:
- Attendance at monthly events as able (Pints for Progressives, Potluck, Book Club);
- Function as lead organizers in the county for democratic or left-leaning causes;
- Attend local gatherings, events, and meetings like neighborhood associations, city council/school board/county commission meetings, and planned rallies or protests;
- Support Democratic candidates by volunteering with campaigns;
- Recruit volunteers and mobilize voter engagement;
- Expect to fulfill other roles as necessary.

Pints with Progressives
Join us for our monthly Pints With Progressives! Each month, the SCDP visits a different local eatery for drinks, food, and friendship.
Location changes each month between Gallatin, Portland, and Hendersonville. This month, we’ll be at TailGate Brewery in Hendersonville!

SCDP Potluck
Join the Sumner Dems for our monthly potluck at headquarters! Bring a dish to share and come for community, learning, and good food.
This month, Sumner Dem exec officers will share information about the upcoming county party reorganization process and answer questions about becoming part of the SCPD Executive Committee!

Pints with Progressives
Join us for our monthly Pints With Progressives! Each month, the SCDP visits a different local eatery for drinks, food, and friendship.
Location changes each month between Gallatin, Portland, and Hendersonville. This month, join us upstairs at Casa Roja Mexican Grill in downtown Gallatin!

SCDP Potluck
Join the Sumner Dems for our monthly potluck at headquarters! Bring a dish to share and come for community, learning, and good food.
This month, we’re featuring guest speaker Kara James, co-founder of the FIND Design. FIND Design works to mitigate the effects of trauma on Black girls and girls of color ages 11-17 by providing safe spaces for healing, long-term mentorships, and programming that transforms their mental health and overall well-being.
Advocacy 101 (Virtual)
Join Jessie McKinney and Megan Lange on Thursday, January 23rd at 7:00 PM for a virtual session on how to get involved in advocacy work here in Tennessee!
Zoom details will be emailed prior to the event. Sign up here.

SCDP Holiday Party
Join us to celebrate the holiday season with our annual SCDP Holiday Party. This casual event is an opportunity to get together with like-minded neighbors to enjoy a bite or a drink (bring something to share if you'd like), and to enjoy live music and the holiday spirit. Those who wear a festive sweater will be entered in a "best sweater" contest with a prize awarded. We'll also have a Toys for Tots box for donations. Toys for teen-agers are especially needed this year. We'll also be collecting gently used purses filled with supplies for women experiencing homelessness. Please stop by to say hello.

Deck The Halls
Stop by Headquarters and bring decorations to help prepare for our holiday party on Dec. 1. We’ll have a tree, so bring some ornaments, or other decorations to help make HQ festive. This is also an opportunity to bring a purse filled with items for women who are experiencing homelessness. We’ll also have a donation box for Toys For Tots (especially need items for teens). See you there!

Pints With Progressives -- White House Version!
Hey White House neighbors! Our monthly get-together with like-minded folks is coming to White House in November. Join us for a pint or a soft drink, purchase food if you'd like, and enjoy getting to know other Blue Dots from Sumner County. This is a casual gathering, drop in and say hello. See you there!

Election Day!
If you did not vote early, today you can vote in person at your precinct from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can look up your precinct here. Bring a photo ID!

Early Voting Portland, Hendersonville, Gallatin
If you are registered to vote in Sumner County, you can vote at any early voting location. Today, voting locations are available in Gallatin, Hendersonville, and Portland. Let’s do this! Early voting locations available here.

Volunteer Opportunity: Mobile Food Pantry
Unlimited Potential has requested volunteers to help distribute food at their October “bonus” mobile food pantry, and SCDP is here for it! Arrive at 8:15 a.m. to sign in and help sort food before the drive-through distribution begins at 9 a.m. Wear your Dem garb if you'd like, or wear pink in honor of those affected by cancer. If you would like to assist in this community outreach event, please sign up at this link so we can provide an estimated number of SCDP volunteers to the organizers.

Early Voting: Portland
Early Voting continues in Hendersonville and Gallatin. Satellite location available today in Portland. VOTE!

Pints With Progressives
Join us for some conversation, some laughs, and some camaraderie with fellow like-minded progressives at our monthly get-together. Food and beverages are available for purchase. RSVP is not required — just come, and bring a friend.

EARLY VOTING BEGINS
Early voting begins today! If you are registered to vote in Sumner County, you can vote at any Early Voting Center Oct. 16-31. Today you can vote from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Hartsville Pike Church of Christ in Gallatin, or from 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. at Imperial Square Plaza in Hendersonville, adjacent to Hendersonville Church of Christ. Early voting is available on weekdays at these two locations and also on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Satellite voting locations are available on specific days throughout the county. You can find a list of early voting locations here.

NAACP Candidates Forum
Sponsored by NAACP Sumner County
Come meet and support your local candidates and hear their positions on the issues that matter to our communities!
Date: Monday, October 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Location: First Baptist Church
290 E. Winchester Street – Gallatin, TN
For more information, please contact:
Email: Hollis Rutledge at hollisrut@gmail.com

Harris-Walz Pre-Ordered Merchandise Pickup
If you weren’t able to pick up your pre-ordered Harris-Walz signs and merchandise at one of the previous opportunities, this is your chance! This will be the last scheduled pickup date, so please stop by while our volunteer is available with your loot.

Postcards for Sumner
Join the SCDP on Thursday, October 10 at SCDP Headquarters to write postcards in support of the Sumner County candidates for state House and Senate.
Names, addresses, and scripts will be provided. If you are able, please come prepared with postcards, postcard stamps, and pens.
We’ll see you Thursday evening!

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN NOV. ELECTION
Today is your last day to register to vote in the upcoming election on Nov. 5. Visit ovr.govote.tn.gov to register online. Check your voter registration status here:

October Community Potluck
Join your fellow Blue Dots for a casual potluck at SCDP Headquarters, and bring a dish to share if you’d like. And bring a friend! This month, a guest speaker will discuss how you can help our candidates by texting voters on their behalf.

SCDP Booth at Gallatin Fall Fest
Join us at our party’s booth at this year’s Fall Fest on the Square in Gallatin! Volunteers are needed throughout the day (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.) for set-up, voter registration, receiving donations for merchandise, greeting visitors, providing information, and tear-down. If you can help, please click here to sign up.

VP Debate Watch Party
Join us at SCDP headquarters to watch the Vice Presidential debate with like-minded community members. We’ll open the venue, you bring your own snacks/beverages. You can also pick up your pre-ordered Harris-Walz merchandise at this time. See you there!

Pints With Progressives
Join your fellow Sumner County progressive friends and neighbors on the third Thursday of each month for a casual pint or whatever you’d like to order. This month’s gathering will be in Hendersonville.

Monthly Community Potluck (September)
Join us at the SCDP Headquarters for our monthly get-together for like-minded neighbors and supporters. Bring a dish to share if you’d like, and join us.
SCDP Three Star Dinner
After a hiatus of several years, the Sumner County Democratic Party Three Star Dinner is BACK!
Join us for a festive evening with local Democrats including hor'doeuvres, dinner, and dessert provided by A Catered Affair, cash bar, silent auction, music, guest speakers, and more!
Grab a friend, put on your best blue, and join us - we can't wait to celebrate democracy with you!
Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024
Time: 6 PM Gates | 7 PM Dinner
Location: Sycamore Springs Event Center
3712 Highway 31 E
Bethpage, TN 37022
Ticket donation: $75 per person
Table for 8 donation: $500
Additional Details:
Event Location: The 4,000 sq foot outdoor event pavilion at the lovely Sycamore Springs event center. It is two stories, but everything guests need is on the first floor, so it is accommodating for wheelchairs. It is shady and breezy since it's up in the hills of Bethpage.
No dress code! Just come as you'd like. We will have a cash bar for alcoholic drinks with an ABC licensed bartender.

TN Legislative Dems: Sumner Co. Breakfast
Join the Sumner County Democratic Party at Humbol & Co. (300 Indian Lake, Hendersonville, TN 37075) as we welcome the TN Legislative Dem caucus as part of their 2024 Campaign Kickoff Tour!
Featuring a light breakfast of coffee and pastries, we'll hear from caucus leaders as well as the following local candidates:
Walter Chandler (Senate District 18)
Lexi Melton (State House 35)
Brian Robertson (State House 44)
Alison Beale (State House 45)
Holly Cruz (Sumner Co School Board District 9)
RSVP here: https://secure.ngpvan.com/vvL41kfmzEOauHK7M3jCpg2

SCDP Spring Picnic
Join the Sumner County Democratic Party for our Spring SCDP Picnic! Burgers, dogs, chips, and buns provided. Bring a side dish or dessert to share - and don’t forget your sunscreen! This is a family-friendly event.
Tickets are available here - suggested donation of $10 per adult.