KCDC will hold its next meeting on WEDNESDAY, May 13, 2026 from 5:15-7:30 PM. This is an in-person meeting at the First Universalist Church of Rockland, 345 Broadway, Rockland, ME.  We will hold a short business meeting at 5:15 PM, and the candidate forum will begin at 6:00 PM. (Please note that this meeting is a departure from our regular 2nd Tuesday meeting schedule.)

The Knox County Primary Candidates’ Forum will feature those State and County candidates facing a primary challenger in this election. The races and invited candidates include:

HD 41 (Camden and Rockport): Candidates Josh Gerritsen and Marcus Mrowka

HD 43 (Thomaston, South Thomaston, St. George and villages, Cushing, parts of Owls Head): Candidates Rhiannon Hampson and Peter Jenks

Knox County Sheriff: Candidates John Hansen and Sheriff Patrick Polky

District Attorney: Candidates Barbara Cray and DA Natasha Irving

The forum will be moderated by KCDC Chair Greg Marley, with candidates responding to questions offered by the moderator and also from the audience. 

Candidates who are not facing a primary challenger will not be included in this forum.  We look forward to seeing you there; prior registration will not be required.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings.

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Mae Nash at meaderr53@gmail.com

Meet the Democratic candidates vying to be Maine’s next Governor! This Forum, sponsored by the Knox and Lincoln County Democratic Committees, will be moderated by Midcoast Villager Deputy Editor Alex Seitz-Wald. Each candidate will be allowed time to present and then address questions from the moderator and the audience. Come with an open mind and leave with a better sense of these five candidates.

The in-person event at Watts Hall in Thomaston is SOLD OUT. Check back here for information on a live-stream option and a post-event recording of the Forum. Details will be available soon.

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, April 14 at 5:15 pm. This is an in-person meeting at ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Community Room.

After the monthly business meeting, we’re pleased to welcome Garrett Martin, President and CEO of the Maine Center for Economic Policy (MECEP). Mr. Martin will provide a timely look at how recent federal economic policies are driving up costs and increasing uncertainty across our state. Featuring analysis from the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy, this talk explores how billionaire tax cuts, tariffs, and health care inaction are affecting household budgets, local economies, and inequality in Maine. Q & A to follow. 

The business meeting will start at 5:15pm.  Our speaker’s presentation will begin at 6:00 pm.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings.

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Mae Nash at meaderr53@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, March 10 at 5:15 pm. This is an in-person meeting at ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Community Room.

After the monthly business meeting, representatives from local school boards from across the county will discuss local school board issues. Local school boards are becoming even more important as conservative groups are targeting them aggressively in pursuit of their agenda.  The importance of having school board members reflecting their communities is vital. 

The business meeting will start at 5:15pm.  The school board discussion will follow at 6:00 pm.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings.

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

Please note: Regrettably, Dr. Nivav Shah had to cancel his previously announced appearance at this meeting. He will return on April 25, as part of the gubernatorial candidates’ forum hosted by KCDC. (Stay tuned for more details.)

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, February 10 at 5:15 pm. This is an in-person meeting at ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Community Room.

After the monthly business meeting, we’re pleased to welcome two candidates running for the office of Knox County District Attorney - incumbent Natasha Irving and Lincoln County attorney Barbara Cray.  They will discuss their campaigns and take questions from attendees.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings.

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

Please note: Regrettably, Dr. Nivav Shah had to cancel his previously announced appearance at this meeting. He will return on April 25, as part of the gubernatorial candidates’ forum hosted by KCDC. (Stay tuned for more details.)

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, January 13 at 5:15 pm. This is an in-person meeting at ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Community Room.

We will not have a formal speaker at this meeting, but will use a significant portion to let attendees know about our plans for 2026 and seek you input and involvement in this pivotal election year.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, November 18 at 5:15 pm. This is an in-person meeting at ROCKLAND STEEL HOUSE - SOUTH. (The date and location have changed from our regular 2nd Tuesday due to the library closure on November 11.)

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on November 18 from 5:15 - 7:15 p.m. at the Rockland Steel House.  We’re pleased to welcome gubernatorial candidate Angus King III for an information presentation followed by Q & A session. King is a businessman and founder of the energy company Peaks Renewables. He has focused his career work in the renewable energy sector. His talk will begin at 6 p.m.

The regular KCDC business meeting will be held from 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. PRIOR to our speaker. Please note that this is a departure from the past order of our meetings.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

Join KCDC for a Harvest Potluck at Beaver Lodge on the shores of beautiful Lake Alford. Meet elected officials and candidates for the 2026 election. KCDC will provide meat and vegetarian chilis and beverages. Bring a salad, cornbread or dessert to share if you’re able. Reservations are required as venue space is limited. Sign up here.

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, October 14 at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on October 14 from 5:15 - 7:15 p.m. in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  We’re pleased to welcome gubernatorial candidate Hannah Pingree, formerly the Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives and the head of the the Governor’s Office of Policy innovation and the Future., for an informative presentation followed by Q & A session. Her talk will begin at 6 p.m.

The regular KCDC business meeting will be held from 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. PRIOR to our speaker. Please note that this is a departure from the previous order of our meetings.

Other gubernatorial candidates have accepted our invitation to speak at future meetings:

• Nov. 18, 6pm - Angus King III. Please note the date change from our regular 2nd Tuesday meeting, which falls on Veterans Day. Location is TBD and will be announced closer to Nov. 18.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, September 9 at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on September 9 from 6-7:30pm in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  We’re pleased to welcome gubernatorial candidate Shenna Bellows, currently Maine’s Secretary of State, for an informative presentation followed by Q & A session.

Our speaker will be followed by the regular business meeting of KCDC.

Other gubernatorial candidates have accepted our invitation to speak at future meetings:

• Oct. - Hannah Pingree

• Nov. - Angus King III

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, August 12 at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on August 12th from 6-7:30pm in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  We’re pleased to welcome gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson, formerly Maine Senate President, for an informative presentation followed by Q & A session.

Our speaker will be followed by the regular business meeting of KCDC.

Other gubernatorial candidates have accepted our invitation to speak at future meetings:

• Sept. - Shenna Bellows

• Oct. - Hannah Pingree

• Nov. - Angus King III

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, July 8 at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on July 8th from 6-7:30pm in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  We’re happy to welcome guest speaker Imke Schessler-Jandreau, the Vice Chair of the Maine Democratic Party (MDP) for an informative discussion and Q & A session on the plans and preparation of the MDP for voter engagement, the midterm elections and beyond.

Our speaker will be followed by the regular business meeting of KCDC.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

250 years of democracy. 250 more if we work for it! No Kings then. No Kings now!

The Knox County Democratic Committee invites anyone living in this county (or visiting) to walk with us at the July 4th Parade in Thomaston, Maine.  Last year we had a joyous time and we want to grow that even more. Our contingent includes upbeat music provided by Playin’ Possum, which was quite a hit last year.

Bring your signs with positive messages in support of democracy and remind everyone that we are a nation of people, not Kings. We will gather at 10:00 a.m. at the staging area at the town cemetery on Dwight Street in Thomaston. The parade begins at 11am.

Plan to join the “No Kings” Midcoast Maine rally organized and facilitated by KCDC. You will be part of the nationwide No Kings events held in communities across America on June 14, 2025 as a counterpoint to the planned military parade scheduled that day to coincide with President Donald Trump’s birthday.

The rally will lead with a group of speakers including the Maine Democratic Committee Chair, elected Maine legislators from across Knox County, and others. There will also be music. Attendees are strongly encouraged to carry creative signs with messages reflecting your concerns and your hopes for the preservation of democracy and the rule of law.

Confirmed Speakers (so far):

Charlie Dingman, Chair, Maine Democratic Party

State Senator Pinny Beebe-Center

State Representative Valli Geiger

State Representative Ann Matlack

State Representative Mike Ray

Scout Bookham, Senior, Oceanside High School.

Dash Marley, Chair,  Knox County Democratic Committee

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, June 10, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Please join us for the KCDC monthly meeting on June 10th from 6-7:30pm in the Rockland Public Library Community Room.  We’re happy to welcome guest speaker Knox County Sheriff Patrick Polky for an informative discussion and Q & A session on current issues facing the Knox County Sheriff’s department including, among other topics, its relationship with ICE, and coverage for towns that do not have their own police departments.

Sheriff Polky’s talk will be followed by the regular business meeting of KCDC.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, May 13, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

NOTE: The Rockland Public Library will be the location of monthly meetings in 2025.

This month’s agenda is the regular business meeting of KCDC.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

On Friday, May 9, 7-9 pm, in Watts Hall, Thomaston, the Knox County Democratic Committee (KCDC) will host the following panel of experts:

SHENNA BELLOWS, Maine Secretary of State. 
AARON FREY, Maine Attorney General. 
GARRETT MARTIN, President & CEO of Maine Center for Economic Policy. 
ANNA KELLAR, Executive Director of Democracy Maine

Panelists will discuss steps being taken to challenge cuts in funding and programs done through Executive Order, and the guardrails that remain in place to preserve democracy, institutions, and programs that Mainers rely on. Come to listen, ask questions and present ideas for going forward.

Watts Hall doors will open at 6:30 pm. Attendees are highly encouraged to RSVP, as the venue space is limited.

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, April 8, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

NOTE: The Rockland Public Library will be the location of monthly meetings in 2025.

This month’s agenda includes (not necessarily in this order):

Guest speakers: Panel on Attainable Housing Solutions for Midcoast Maine

The lack of accessible and affordable housing has been recognized as a critical need and a barrier to economic growth in Knox County and throughout Maine.  Efforts to address solutions are debated and concepts considered at the local, regional and statewide level.  Our panel of experts will address the significant positive strides made in Knox County and in the state that have resulted in the creation of new homes and apartments in our county for people and families at the low-income and the market level.  Panel members include Representative Valli Geiger, legislator and housing advocate; Tia Anderson, Exec. Director, Midcoast Habitat for Humanity; Adam Lachman,  Rockland City Councilor; Caleb Lincoln, Local Housing Developer; and Chris Lee, CEO of Backyard ADU.

The panel discussion will be followed by the regular business meeting of KCDC.

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, February 11, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

NOTE: The Rockland Public Library will be the location of monthly meetings in 2025.

This month’s agenda includes (not necessarily in this order):

Guest speaker: Rep. Valli Geiger of Rockland, Owls Head and North Haven will speak about the state of the Legislative session and specifically about her committee work with the Labor and Housing Committee and the Energy, Utilities and Technology Committees.

• Potential workshop to prepare KCDC to support legislative initiatives at the state level

• Knox County town updates

• Announcements

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, January 14, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE ROCKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY.

NOTE: The Rockland Public Library will be the location of monthly meetings in 2025.

This month’s agenda includes (not necessarily in this order):

• BIENNIAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS, COMMITTEE CHAIRS, DEMOCRATIC STATE COMMITTEE MEMBERS

• Knox County town updates

• Announcements

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

If you would like to become a voting member of KCDC, please make your request to our Recording Secretary Linda Souers at ldsouers@gmail.com

KCDC will hold its next business meeting on Tuesday, August 13, at 6pm. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING AT THE KCDC HEADQUARTERS AT 82 CAMDEN STREET, ROCKLAND, ME.  PARKING IS IN THE REAR OF THE BUILDING.

This month’s agenda includes (not necessarily in this order):

• KCDC Business

• Knox County town updates

• Announcements

All Knox County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are welcome to attend KCDC meetings. 

Please pre-register here before Noon the day of the meeting .

To celebrate the opening of our 2024 Headquarters, an inauguration event will be held on August 4th from 4pm-6pm, featuring remarks from local Democratic leaders, community members, and special guests. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the facility, meet with party representatives, and learn about upcoming initiatives and volunteer opportunities.