Anti-Trump Demonstrations Continue in New York

Slowly, but surely New York is waking up from it’s collective moment of shock and mourning.

In the meantime, many New Yorkers are tacking actions and protesting Trump and the values he stands for.  And even though Trump doesn’t seem to agree, peaceful demonstrations and marches are a powerful tool of democracy. So keep them coming!

Today – Saturday – two demonstrations are leaving Union Square to march to Trump Tower. One at noon, one at 9pm.

Meet you at Union Sq. at 12pm and march to Trump Tower (725 5th Ave) at 2pm.

Divided is the reason we just fell. We must unite despite our differences to stop HATE from ruling the land.

This is a peaceful protest. Violence/vandalism will not be tolerated

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Exercise your right to free speech and PEACEFUL protest at Union Square Park this Saturday starting at 9pm! At 10 pm we will head to Trump Tower to join other protesters.

There is another protest earlier in the day, this is an opportunity for those who cannot make it to join in the fight. 
This is not about hate and anger- lets use our anger and frustration to show that our right to protest can make a difference when we do it the right way. No matter your reason for fighting back, make it there and make it known. 

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Events: Gathering for Healing

With weeks predicting a strong lead for Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump’s win came as a shock for many.

Especially here in liberal New York, walking through the streets today felt like a solemn funeral, with many people still railing with the results.

If you feel you need to share your feelings and get help lifting your spirits, there is a multi faith gathering in Washington Square Park at 3pm today.

Events: Election Night Watch Parties

This election is too crazy and scary to watch alone. So take your friends, find a bar and get through this together. Here is your Lady Liberty Votes Guide for New York Watch Parties.

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Election Night Screening of ‘Dr. Strangelove’ and Results Party

Watch “Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb” as you prepare for the results to come in. The screening will be followed by a reception and a results viewing party.

Tuesday, November 8, 7:30  pm
French Institute Alliance Française
Florence Gould Hall
55 E. 59th St., Upper East Side

$14. Buy here.

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Election Night — a Brazen Political Party!

The NYC Political Forum is hosting their non-partisan discussion and watch party. Before the first results come in, they are doing an “Open Mic,” where every member gets two minutes to rant freely on politics.

Tuesday, November 8, 7 – 11:30 pm
The Brazen Tavern
356 W 44th Street

Free. RSVP here. 

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East Village for Hillary Watch Party 

Tuesday, November 8, 6:45 – 12 am
Mary O’s, 32 Avenue A, East Village

Free with a two-drink minimum. RSVP here.

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WIN.NYC Election Night Pantsuit Party

In support of the country’s first potential female president, WIN.NYC is asking guests to don their most stylish pantsuit for this watch party. Proceeds from the event will be used to fight against female homelessness.

Tuesday, November 8, 8-12 am
Distilled Bar, 211 W. Broadway, TriBeCa

$35 – $50, three drinks included. RSVP here

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Election Night Singles Party 

With all the craze going on during election night, why not make it even more extreme and meet the love of your life?

The Meetup group “NYC Social” is hosting a single parties. Their motto: “Do I have to be affiliated with a political party? No, you just to be affiliated with partying!”

Tuesday, November 8, 6-11 pm
Carragher’s Bar
228 West 39th St, New York,

$15-25, including two drinks. RSVP here.
Singles ages 21-45

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Political Party with Keli Goff: Election Night Party

Journalist and screenwriter Keli Goff  is hosting a results party filled with with cocktails, trivia and politically-inspired bingo.

The event includes comedy by Khalid Rahmaan, election updates from the WNYC newsroom and games and intrigue from our resident hype man WNYC producer Sean Rameswaram, plus DJ spinning all night long by Studio 360’s Louis Mitchell.

Tuesday, November 8, 7 pm
The Greene Space
44 Charlton St., Hudson Square

$20, including one drink. RSVP here.

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We’re All Screwed Party

Come celebrate the fact that we are all very much screwed at this local watering hole with a big screen. No cover.

Tuesday, November 8, all night
The Saint Catherine
660 Washington Ave., Prospect Heights

Free. Info here.

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The Gist and Trumpcast Election Night Extravaganza

Slate’s political journalists Jacob Weisberg and Mike Pesca will be hosting a live podcast as election results roll in. Party with your favorite podcasters, and as the evening progresses, Mike and Jacob will discuss up-to-the-minute results with an all-star lineup of influential thinkers, writers, and comedians.

Tuesday, November 8, 6:30 pm – 12 am

The Bell House
149 7th St., Gowanus
When: 6:30 p.m.

$20,  one drink included. Buy here.

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See a list of more events here and here.

And if you rather be with your friends at home, you might consider watching the election via the NYU Election Show (that I produce) instead of CNN.

 

Event: Free Screening: ‘I Voted?’ + Q&A with Katie Couric

Does your vote count? Or is Donald Trump right and the election will be rigged?

The answer is both surprising & disturbing. Learn how America’s voting works in this non-partisan documentary. After the screening, there will be a Q+A with Executive Producer, Katie Couric.

Friday, November 4, 7:00-9:30 pm

 

The Lounge at WeWork SoHo
173 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10013

Free, but RSVP needed

 

Event: Hillary Bday Texting Party

Hillary Clinton’s birthday is on Wednesday and her campaign came up with a fun way to celebrate it – a texting party.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 5:30-7:30
The Jane Hotel
113 Jane St New York, New York 10014

“What’s the best present Hillary’s home state can give her for her birthday? Thousands of voter contacts into battleground states! 

While the birthday girl will be campaigning in battleground states, you can join Kathy Najimy, DR Natasha Diggs and fellow Hillary supporters as we celebrate and forge a path to victory!”

RSVP here
Free admission with RSVP and a cash bar. Please invite your friends!

 

Events: Theater in Asylum Debate Watch Party

After their big success doing the Democratic primaries, Theater in Asylum is now creating theatrical adaptations of the general election match-ups.

To beginn, they are watching each debate to analyze its content. Later on, they will devise an original piece around it, and present it live in NYC.

“With mimicry, abstraction, and earnest curiosity, we seek to illuminate the candidates, their policies, and their characters.”

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Debate Watch Party
Monday, September 26, 9:00 pm
12th Street Ale House

RSVP on Facebook

Events: NYC Political Forum Debate Watch Party

The NYC Political Forum is hosting round one of the presidential debates.

“You are cordially invited to the first round of the Presidential Debate Watch Party, where the likely match up will be:  Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton.”

Debate Watch Party
Monday, September 26, 7:00 pm
The Black Sheep
583 3rd Ave

RSVP on Medium

Events: NYU Students Can Tour Clinton HQ

If you are a Hillary fan and happen to go to NYU, here is your chance.

Saturday, September 24
11:00 – 14:00
300 Cadman Plz W, Brooklyn 11201

Hillary for America welcomes NYU Dems to campaign headquarters for a volunteer orientation, group tour, and phone-banking shift.

In order to attend you must fill out this google form.

Party + Voter Registration = Head Count

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You want to listen to some nice music, make friends and fulfill your democratic duty at the same time? Or help others fulfill theirs?

Then you should check out, some of the events that HeadCount are hosting in New York.

The non-partisan organization partners with musicians and bands to promote participation in democracy. In practice this means that they do voter registration at concerts and festivals.

“By reaching young people and music fans where they already are – at concerts and online – we make civic participation easy and fun.” – HeadCount

According to their website, HeadCount has registered over 300,000 voters in the last decade. They have worked with artists like JAY-Z or The Black Keys. And they are constantly looking for volunteers to help out at their events.

Check out some of their upcoming events in NYC, for a full list click here.

9/14/2016	EOTO	Brooklyn Bowl	Brooklyn, NY
09/14/2016	Phil Lesh & Friends	Coney Island Amphitheater	Brooklyn, NY
09/15/2016	Phil Lesh & Friends	Coney Island Amphitheater	Brooklyn, NY
09/16/2016	Tauk	Brooklyn Bowl	Brooklyn, NY
09/22/2016	Explosions in the Sky	Terminal 5	New York, NY
09/23/2016	Lucius	Summer Stage	New York, NY
09/23/2016	The Kills	Terminal 5	New York, NY
09/24/2016	Global Citizen Festival	Central Park	New York, NY
09/26/2016	Brian Fallon & the Crowes	Terminal 5	New York, NY

Events: Watch Party for DNC Finale

It’s Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. (Two weeks of craziness and it’s all already over?)

If you want to watch the grand finale and Hillary Clinton’s speech tonight together with friends, there are a number of Watch Parties here in New York.

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The NYC Political Forum

Thursday, July 28, 7:00 PM
Murray Hill / Kips Bay area – address after RSVP

“As the disgruntled Sanders supporters lukewarmly stay on the sidelines — or even perhaps wish for a raucous convention fight — the “18-million cracks in the glass ceiling” will finally shatter in a televised broadcast. PLUS, the sudden resignation of the DNC Chair, DWS, adds more fuel to the fire in the ongoing drama between the Clinton and Sanders camps. “

Disclaimer: The NYCPF does not endorse any candidates or parties.

RSVP via Meetup

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Hillary Happy Hours LGBT DNC Acceptance Speech Watch Party

Thursday, July 28, 6:30 PM
Rise Bar, 859 9th Avenue, New York 10019

“Join Hillary Happy Hours for the historic last night of the Democratic National Convention when we will gather to watch Hillary Clinton accept the nomination for President of the United States. Bring all your friends, whether they supported Hillary, Bernie, or nobody, and get inspired and engaged to stop Trump and Pence in November. Enjoy 2-4-1 drink specials and the best LGBT Hillary crowd anywhere.”

$ 20, RSVP here

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Williamsburg Democratic Nomination Party

Thursday, July 28, 7:00 PM
80 Meserole Street, Apt 4D, Brooklyn, New York 11206

“Brooklyn Roof Party and Fund-Raiser for Hillary for America, the DSCC, and the DCCC. We are asking folks to write three checks one for each committee in Williamsburg, NY.” 

RSVP at jonathan.felch@gmail.com

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Idealists4Hillary DNC Watch Party

Thursday, July 28, 7:00 PM
Riviera Cafe & Sports Bar, 225 West 4th Street, New York 10014

“Join Idealists4Hillary as Hillary Clinton makes history and accepts the Democratic nomination!”

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Nomination Night Live Stream VIP Party

Thursday, July 28, 6:00 PM
Hudson Terrace, 621 W 46th St,  New York 10036

Official campaign event
“Please Join Challen Hodson, Wayne Farmer, Katy McCarthy, Dave Renz and Matthew Tollin (The Team Behind Hillarymoji) for an evening of festivities and merriment and become a part of history. We will be live streamed into the Democratic National Convention to join our fellow Democrats in nominating Hillary Clinton as the Democratic Candidate for President of the United States.”

$ 45 – $ 250, RSVP here

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Astoria for Hillary Watch Party at ICON!

ICON, 31-84 33rd Street, Astoria, New York 11106

“Come to ICON to show your support for the next president of the United States! Whatever your political affiliation is, we welcome you to this event with no cover. ICON will have great frozen drinks, $5 drink specials, and FREE SHOTS ALL NIGHT! Talk about a warm weclome! We will watch coverage of the DNC on 4 HD flat screens with a stellar surround sound system. At ICON, we support Hillary and her strong support for the LGBT, Greek, Hispanic and immigrant community of Western Queens.”