MEMBER MEETING
THURSDAY JUNE 18, 2026 6:30 PM

IN PERSON MEETING

Dear members and supporters,

PDB’s next meeting will be in person at the Benicia library on Thursday June 18, at 6:30.  Our speaker will be Mike Gheilmetti of Signature Development.  Signature wants to redevelopment Valero’s property.  If you are interested in what they may be planning this is an opportunity to learn about it.  We will meet at 6:30 to socialize.  The meeting will start at 7.

Announcements

June 4,  Pride flag raising
9am in front of City Hall. Please come and support our LGBTQIA+  community.  June 20, Celebrate Juneteenth with BBLM.
Looks like a great movie with a chance to meet John Burris.  This could not be more timely.

Post Card Parties
There are parties every two weeks to encourage people to register to vote.  These are informal events and great way to meet new people.  If you are interested email progressivedemocratsofbenicia@gmail.com for dates,times and location.

Celebrate Pride Month
June 30, 2026| 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm
The Benicia Public Library invites the community to a special Pride Month screening of The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert on Tuesday, June 30.

This iconic, high-energy film follows two drag performers and a transgender woman as they journey across the Australian outback in a lavender bus, celebrating friendship, identity, and self-expression along the way. Known for its unforgettable costumes, humor, and heart, the film has become a beloved classic and a meaningful part of LGBTQ+ cultural history.

The screening is rated R, and attendees under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

In the spirit of the film, costumes are highly encouraged, and prizes will be awarded for the best looks of the evening. Guests are invited to come dressed to impress and celebrate Pride in style. Attendees are also encouraged to bring a favorite LGBTQ+ book title to swap, creating an opportunity to share stories and discover new reads within the community.

Free popcorn and Dirty Soda will be provided!

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit the Benicia Public Library or contact library staff.

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A gentle reminder- membership payments are due now. 
Please go to the website to pay at http://progressivedemocratsofbenicia.org, or mail a check.  Our mailing address is: Progressive Democrats of Benicia, P.O. Box 1987, Benicia, CA 9451.

See you soon!