Sonoma County DSA

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Official Sonoma County, CA chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, fighting for a brighter, fairer future. 🌹🐔 Join us! socodsa.org/about

At the Arlene Francis Center: Mosh Like It's WWIII: A Charity Show for Peace & Love! $15 cover. Featuring Lookin' In, Hell Bound Pound, Pariah, and Kill Mary Kill. July 25th, Doors @ 6:30pm, Bands @ 7:00pm. Proceeds benefit the Palestine Children's Relief Fund! En el Arlene Francis Center: «Mosh Like It's WWIII»: ¡Un espectáculo benéfico por la paz y el amor! Entrada: 15 dólares. Con la participación de Lookin' In, Hell Bound Pound, Pariah y Kill Mary Kill. 25 de julio, apertura de puertas a las 6:30pm, inicio de los conciertos a las 7:00pm. ¡Las ganancias se destinarán al Fondo de Ayuda a los Niños de Palestina!
SoCo DSA Book Club is now reading Chapters 1 and 2 of… “Marxism and Politics” by Ralph Miliband! Aug. 8th, 4-6pm @ Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. Open to everyone!
Sonoma County DSA is now 500 members strong! [Pictured: various group shots of our members overlaid on a red background. Behind the number 500, our chicken mascot, Rosa, peeks through, waving and smiling.] ¡La DSA del condado de Sonoma ya cuenta con 500 miembros! [En la imagen: varias fotos grupales de nuestros miembros superpuestas sobre un fondo rojo. Detrás del número 500, nuestra mascota, la gallina Rosa, se asoma, saludando con la mano y sonriendo.]
Community Clean Up with Comrades! When: July 19th, 9am-11am; Where: Colgan Creek Park (Santa Rosa). Join Sonoma County DSA for our monthly community clean up, followed by a potluck! No prior experience or supplies needed, just bring yourself (and maybe a tasty treat to share!) (Pictured: Bud, the DSA rosebud mascot, and Rosa, the SoCo DSA chicken mascot, cleaning up trash in a park.)
Mending Circle: Saturday, August 1st @ 12-4pm at St. Steven's Episcopal Church, 500 Robinson Rd, Sebastopol. Join Sonoma County DSA for an afternoon of community, skill-sharing, and music. All levels of skill/engagement are welcome! Basic mending materials will be provided; participants are encouraged to bring their own projects for co-work. Questions? Reach out to info@socodsa.org! Círculo de Reparación: Sábado 1 de agosto, de 12:00 a 4:00 p. m., en la St. Steven's Episcopal Church, 500 Robinson Rd, Sebastopol. Únete a DSA del condado de Sonoma para pasar una tarde de convivencia, intercambio de habilidades y música. ¡Son bienvenidos todos los niveles de habilidad y participación! Se proporcionarán materiales básicos para remendar; se invita a los participantes a traer sus propios proyectos para trabajar juntos. ¿Tienes preguntas? ¡Escríbenos a info@socodsa.org!
SoCo DSA Presents... World Cup Watch Party! July 19th, 11AM - 3PM @ Brew Coffee and Beer (555 Healdsburg Ave, Santa Rosa). Workers of the World (Cup) Unite! What's better than watching the World Cup final? Watching the World Cup final with your favorite Sonoma County DSA comrades! All are welcome*, whether you're a casual fan or die-hard ultra. (*Some restrictions may apply, particularly if England is in the final.) Games! Prizes! Community! SoCo DSA presenta... ¡Fiesta para ver el Mundial! 19 de julio, de 11:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. en Brew Coffee and Beer (555 Healdsburg Ave, Santa Rosa). ¡Trabajadores del mundo (del Mundial), uníos! ¿Qué hay mejor que ver la final del Mundial? ¡Ver la final del Mundial con tus compañeros favoritos de DSA del condado de Sonoma! Todos son bienvenidos*, ya seas un fanático ocasional o un ultra acérrimo. (*Pueden aplicarse algunas restricciones, especialmente si Inglaterra llega a la final.) ¡Juegos! ¡Premios! ¡Comunidad!
Soccer with Socialists: Hot socialist summer is in full swing! Join SoCo DSA for some friendly pick-up soccer games! All are welcome, whether you're new to the game or a pro. Sunday, July 12th, 10:30AM - 12:00PM @ Kotate Park, Cotati. After party @ Lady Blume Microbakery + Coffee down the street! Fútbol con los socialistas: ¡El caluroso verano socialista está en pleno apogeo! ¡Únete a SoCo DSA para unos partidos amistosos de fútbol improvisados! Todos son bienvenidos, tanto si eres nuevo en el juego como si eres un profesional. Domingo 12 de julio, de 10:30 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. en el parque Kotate, Cotati. ¡Después habrá una fiesta en Lady Blume Microbakery + Coffee, más adelante en la misma calle!
Arlene Francis Center: MOSH LIKE IT’S WWIII: A Charity Show for Peace & Love. $15, July 25th, Doors @ 6:30, Bands @ 7:00. Lookin’ In, Hell Bound Pound, Pariah, Kill Mary Kill. RSVP @ the link in bio! Sponsored by Sonoma County DSA and the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
"We believe this vision that centers working class people is resonating across the country, and people want to be part of it," she said. "Because they don't see themselves in the establishment that is the Democratic Party." - Indivisible Sonoma County unveils 'We the People Community Quilt' at July 4th celebration in Santa Rosa by Martin Espinoza, The Press Democrat.
"Part of the success of Saturday's event was due to the participation of the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), a grassroots political organization that is surging in popularity and electoral victories." - Indivisible Sonoma County unveils 'We the People Community Quilt' at July 4th celebration in Santa Rosa by Martin Espinoza, The Press Democrat.
Meet DSA! Have coffee or a drink with us! Are you a new DSA member? A member who hasn’t been active? Just curious about DSA after seeing the wins across the country? Come meet us, ask questions, or just hang out! Sunday, July 5th, 2-4pm @ Brew, Santa Rosa. [Pictured: several graphics depicting DSA wins over a photo of Brew Coffee in Santa Rosa. Our chicken mascot, Rosa, holds up a cup of coffee.] ¡Ven a conocer a DSA! ¡Tómate un café o una bebida con nosotros! ¿Eres un nuevo miembro de DSA? ¿Un miembro que no ha estado activo? ¿O simplemente tienes curiosidad por DSA después de ver los logros en todo el país? ¡Ven a conocernos, haz preguntas o simplemente pasa un rato con nosotros! Domingo 5 de julio, de 2 a 4 p. m. en Brew, Santa Rosa. [En la imagen: varios gráficos que muestran los logros de DSA sobre una foto de Brew Coffee en Santa Rosa. Nuestra mascota, la gallina Rosa, sostiene una taza de café.]
Colorado-1 (US House) winner Melat Kiros with a FOX News screenshot of two displeased anchors and the caption "Socialists winning everywhere." dsausa.org/join
Let's go hiking! Rambling with Reds: Howarth Park, Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa. July 11, Saturday, 10am-12pm. [Pictured: Our chicken mascot, Rosa, gestures at a photo of Howarth Park featuring trees along the water.] ¡Vamos de excursión! Caminata con los Reds: Howarth Park, Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa. Sábado 11 de julio, de 10 a. m. a 12 p. m. [En la foto: Nuestra mascota, la gallina Rosa, señala una foto de Howarth Park en la que se ven árboles junto al agua.]
Interdependence Day: RSVP at socodsa.org/links! Saturday, July 4th, 12-4pm. Food, games, crafts, music! [Pictured: two hands clasping in a red heart on a blue background with fireworks.]
Arlene Francis Center: MOSH LIKE IT’S WWIII: A Charity Show for Peace & Love. $15, July 25th, Doors @ 6:30, Bands @ 7:00. Lookin’ In, Hell Bound Pound, Sex-Ed, Kill Mary Kill. Sponsored by Sonoma County DSA and the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
SoCo DSA Book Club is now reading... "The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World" by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Time & Location: July 11th, 4-6pm, Juilliard Park (227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa). Open to everyone!
Cold Ones with Comrades: Saturday, June 20 @ Cuver Brewers, 3-6PM. [Pictured: Rosa, our chicken mascot, holding a glass of beer in front of a photo of Cuver.]
Interested in donating and/or participating? DO: donate items in good condition, bring your own bags (if able), have respect for other community members, ask questions if you have them, or bring leftover donations home with you; DON'T: donate dirty or broken items, try to barter or sell items, take anything from the personal item area, leave behind any trash, or donate any underwear/garments. Note: Due to the generosity of folks who came to our last market, we have many leftover items and at this time are only accepting clothing drop offs, no other items please! ¿Te interesa donar y/o participar? SÍ: dona artículos en buen estado, trae tus propias bolsas (si es posible), respeta a los demás miembros de la comunidad, pregunta si tienes alguna duda o llévate a casa las donaciones que no se hayan recogido. NO: dones artículos sucios o rotos, intentes intercambiar o vender artículos, cojas nada del área de artículos personales, dejes basura o dones ropa interior o prendas de vestir. Nota: Gracias a la generosidad de las personas que acudieron a nuestro último mercado, nos han sobrado muchos artículos y, en este momento, solo aceptamos donaciones de ropa, ¡por favor, no traiga ningún otro artículo!
Really (Really!) Free Market: Bring what you can, take what you need. No money, no trade, 100% free! Sunday, June 28th @ 1:30-3:30pm @ Santa Rosa Central Library, 211 E Street, Santa Rosa, CA.
Coffee with Comrades: Sunday, June 14th, 1:00 - 3:00 PM @ Retrograde Coffee Roasters, Sebastopol (in the courtyard!). [Pictured: two illustrated hands holding up coffee cups in front of a photo of the Retrograde exterior.]
[Graphic announcement of Joanna Paun’s advancement into the general election for November. It’s a photo of her laughing surrounded by informational text detailed below. The Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America logo is behind her, and the background is gradients of a pink-ish red, golden yellows, and blues.] Joanna Paun Advances! First Place! Sonoma County Supervisor, District 2 General Election: November 3rd, 2026. Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America
Enjoyed the DSA 101 but want to learn more? Curious about Marx, Engels, Luxemburg, and other socialist boogey-people? Sign up for DSA 101.5, brought to you by the Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America! A beginner-friendly reading series all about socialism - open to everyone! Reading 1: The ABCs of Socialism, Jacobin Magazine, page 62 - end. Wednesday June 10, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. RSVP at the link in our bio to get the Zoom link!
SoCo DSA Book Club - Reading Assignment: "Elite Capture" Ch 3 - End by Olufemi O. Taiwo. Time & Location: June 13th, 4:00 - 6:00 PM @ Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. Open to everyone!
Cold Ones with Comrades: Saturday, May 23 @ Shady Oak Barrel House, 6-9 PM. [Pictured: Our chicken mascot, Rosa, holding a cartoon pint of beer over a photo of Shady Oak, in front of a wall painted with colorful murals.]
Depending on where you live, ballot measures related to school district funding and SMART train funding may be on your ballot. We recommend the following: Measure A: Vote Yes. Renews the previously approved educational parcel tax to provide funds for Cotati and Rohnert Park schools. Measure B: Vote Yes. Renews the previously approved ¼ cent sales tax for 30 yrs to fund the SMART train and bicycle/pedestrian pathways. Measure C: Vote Yes. Provides funding for STEM programs, library programs, and maintains arts and physical education programs.
Sonoma County DSA recommends Melanie Bagby for County Supervisor, 4th District. The only District 4 candidate taking a firm stance against the Trump administration, Bagby has progressive goals aiming for a sustainable environment and economy. Her policies and priorities include: Protecting our community & immigrant neighbors from Trump admin policies Defending voter-approved civilian oversight of law enforcement Building mutual aid capacity Championing family agriculture, local food, small businesses, & job training
Sonoma County DSA Voter Guide: California Primary Election, June 2, 2026. [Image: our chicken mascot, Rosa, placing a ballot into a voting box.]
Enjoyed DSA 101 but want to learn more? Curious about Marx, Engels, Luxemburg, and other socialist boogey-people? Sign up for DSA 101.5, brought to you by the Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America. A beginner-friendly reading series all about socialism - open to everyone! Reading 1: The ABCs of Socialism, Jacobin Magazine, Introduction through page 61, Wednesday May 20, 6:30pm.
How you can get involved! Sign up to knock doors with us at socodsa.org/paun, join our Discord to phone bank with us (must be a DSA member), and ask three friends to vote for Joanna! Donate/volunteer directly at ElectJoannaPaun.com! Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America ¡Así puedes participar! Inscríbete para hacer campaña puerta a puerta con nosotros en socodsa.org/paun, únete a nuestro Discord para hacer campaña telefónica con nosotros (es necesario ser miembro de DSA) y ¡pídele a tres amigos que voten por Joanna! ¡Haz una donación o inscríbete como voluntario directamente en ElectJoannaPaun.com! Socialistas Demócraticos de América del Condado de Sonoma
Why vote for Joanna? Joanna is a local community leader, educator, school board member, & mother. A democratic socialist & progressive who will fight for the working class, not the 1%. The only candidate for District 2 who has committed to ending cooperation with ICE. A people-powered campaign backed by unions, teaches, state & local Democrats, & more. 2022's California Board Member of the Year & 2023's 12th District Woman of the Year. Joanna Paun for District 2. Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America. To get involved, visit socodsa.org/paun ¿Por qué votar por Joanna? Joanna es una líder comunitaria local, educadora, miembro de la junta escolar y madre. Una socialista democrática y progresista que luchará por la clase trabajadora, no por el 1 %. La única candidata del Distrito 2 que se ha comprometido a poner fin a la cooperación con el ICE. Una campaña impulsada por la gente y respaldada por sindicatos, docentes, demócratas estatales y locales, y muchos más. Miembro del Año de la Junta de California en 2022 y Mujer del Año del Distrito 12 en 2023. Joanna Paun para el Distrito 2. Socialistas Demócraticos de América del Condado de Sonoma. Para participar, visita socodsa.org/paun
We're in the home stretch! Vote Joanna Paun for County Board of Supervisors, District 2. Labor-endorsed & people powered, focused on families & affordability, opposes county cooperation with ICE. The choice on June 2nd is clear. Joanna Paun for District 2. Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America: socodsa.org/paun ¡Estamos en la recta final! Vota por Joanna Paun para la Junta de Supervisores del Condado, Distrito 2. Respaldada por los sindicatos y con el apoyo de la gente, centrada en las familias y la asequibilidad, se opone a la cooperación del condado con ICE. La elección del 2 de junio está clara. Joanna Paun para el Distrito 2. Socialistas Demócraticos de América del Condado de Sonoma: socodsa.org/paun
SoCo DSA Book Club is now reading... "Elite Capture" Intro, Ch 1 + 2 by Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò. Time & Location: May 23rd, 4:00-6:00pm @ Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. Open to everyone!
SoCo DSA Anniversary Cookout: ONE YEAR! Ft. raffle prizes! May 16th, 2-5 PM @ Magnolia Park, Rohnert Park. Bring food to share! Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America, socodsa.org.
Photo of several flags and signs from within the march, including a Palestinian flag, a Ukrainian flag, a DSA sign, and an SEIU union sign reading "They divide! We unite." Foto de varias banderas y pancartas tomadas durante la marcha, entre las que se incluyen una bandera palestina, una bandera ucraniana, una pancarta de la DSA y una pancarta del sindicato SEIU con el lema «¡Ellos dividen! Nosotros unimos».
Community Cleanup with Comrades! When: May 3rd, 10am-1pm. Where: Prince Gateway Park (Santa Rosa). Join Sonoma County DSA for our monthly community clean up, followed by a potluck! No prior experience or supplies needed, just bring yourself (and maybe a tasty treat to share!). [Pictured: Our chicken mascot, Rosa, picking up trash with Bud, the DSA rose mascot, who's carrying a trash bag and a sign reading "Solidarity Forever!" through a park.]
Mending Circle: Saturday, May 2nd @ 1-4pm, Petaluma Regional Library. Free and open to all! [Image: an illustration of several people mending items.] Join Sonoma County DSA for an afternoon of community, skill-sharing, and music. All levels of skill/engagement are welcome! Basic mending materials will be provided, participants are encouraged to bring their own projects for co-work. Feel free to reach out to info@socodsa.org if you have questions! *This program is neither sponsored by not affiliated with the Sonoma County Library.*
A celebration graphic for reaching 400 members of Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America. The background is a collage of photos tinted reddish-pink, with white text overlaid, reading: [Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America] [400] [four hundred members strong!] Imagen conmemorativa por haber alcanzado los 400 miembros en la organización «Socialistas Democráticos de América del Condado de Sonoma». El fondo es un collage de fotos teñidas de un tono rosa rojizo, con texto blanco superpuesto que dice: [Socialistas Democráticos de América del Condado de Sonoma] [400] [¡ya somos cuatrocientos miembros!]
Reds & Red Wine @ Sunce: 2-4PM, April 25th... after knocking doors for Joanna Paun! Sunce Winery & Tasting Room, 1839 Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa, $25 tasting per person. Buy a bottle to thank them! «Reds & Red Wine» en Sunce: de 14:00 a 16:00 h, el 25 de abril... ¡después de ir de puerta en puerta por Joanna Paun! Bodega y sala de degustación Sunce, 1839 Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa, 25 $ por persona. ¡Compra una botella para darles las gracias!
Our Taxes, Their Wars: Wednesday April 15th, 4:00-6:30 PM. 4PM Rally @ IRS Building, 777 Sonoma Ave; 4:30-5:30 March + Rally @ Courthouse Square; 5:30-6:00 March to Banner Drop @ Footbridge: Hwy 101 & Earle St. Stop funding ICE, empire, and genocide! [Logos of supporting organizations] Visit TaxpayersAgainstGenocide.org for more info.
SoCo DSA Book Club: "Blood in My Eye" pg. 87 to end by George L. Jackson. Time & Location: April 25th, 4:30-6:30pm @ Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. Open to everyone!
Meet Mutual Aid: Come join Mutual Aid Committee for our social hour(s)! Feel free to bring food to share, ideas to discuss, or just good company. Discussion topic: Mutual Aid by Dean Spade. Sunday, 4/19, 5:30-7:30pm @ Redwood Forest Friends Meeting (Quakers), 1647 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. «Meet Mutual Aid»: ¡Ven a unirte al Comité de Ayuda Mutua en nuestra(s) reunión(es) social(es)! No dudes en traer comida para compartir, ideas para debatir o, simplemente, buena compañía. Tema de debate: «Mutual Aid» de Dean Spade. Domingo, 19 de abril, de 5:30 a 7:30 p. m. en Redwood Forest Friends Meeting (Quakers), 1647 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Photo of Joanna Paun, a Black woman with short black braids wearing a white tee shirt, giving an interview at No Kings 3 in front of a large red sign that reads "DSA Endorses Joanna Paun" with an image of her smiling.
Coffee with Comrades: Sunday, April 12th, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ Aqus Cafe, Petaluma - New time!
Different scraps of paper, each with different handwriting, that read: "What is Democratic Socialism?" "How does it work and why?" "How can it help our community?" We hear your questions. Come learn the answers at: DSA 101, brought to you by the Sonoma County Democratic Socialists of America. Learn more about Democratic Socialism and the DSA, meet like-minded people, and get involved in your community! Saturday, April 11th, 2026, 1:00 - 3:00 PM @ Sonoma County Central Library, 211 E St., Santa Rosa, CA 95404.
One of our members leads the No Kings III Petaluma protest with a megaphone, an out-of-focus crowd carrying signs and flags.
2026 May Day Worker Power March! Friday, 4PM, Santa Rosa: Southwest Park to Juilliard Park. Join us! For more information on getting involved: (707) 582-5634 - northbayjwj@gmail.com [Pictured: Butterflies and fists superimposed over an image of Old Courthouse Square, the logos of partner orgs (including SoCo DSA) at the bottom.]
SoCo DSA Book Club is now reading... Preface + "Blood in My Eye" to pg 87 by George L. Jackson, April 4th, 4-6PM @ Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. Open to everyone! El club de lectura SoCo DSA está leyendo ahora... El prefacio y el capítulo «Blood in My Eye» hasta la página 87, de George L. Jackson. El 4 de abril, de 4 a 6 de la tarde, en Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa. ¡Abierto a todo el mundo!
Cold Ones with Comrades: Saturday, March 28 @ Shady Oak Barrel House, 6PM, after No Kings III! [Pictured: Rosa, our chicken mascot, holding a glass of beer in front of a mural of a woman at Shady Oak, a toppled crown in the corner.]