Welcome to the AFTer-Party Guide 2012
Want to know when and where all the after-parties are happening at this year's Netroots Nation? Well, you've come to the right place! Check back here for constant updates to after-hour events' times, locations and other details.
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Tuesday June 7, 2012
Tuesday Night Informal Gathering
Hosted by Democratic Hub
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 9:00pm
Where: McCormick & Shmicks - 11 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Arriving to NN12 a day early? We thought we would host an informal gathering for those in town for Tuesday evening and looking for something to do. We'll hang out by the bar for around an hour and then perhaps go somewhere else or call it a night depending on how many people come out. First round of drinks is on us.
More Event Details: http://www.democratichub.com/nn12.aspx
Please RSVP here so we know how many people may come out: https://www.facebook.com/events/142804069176877/
Early Pre-Party Meet and Greet
Hosted by Democratic Hub
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: Providence Biltmore - 11 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Come join us for a smaller, early pre-party & meet & greet social before the bigger Wednesday night events at a suite at the Providence Biltmore. Open to all NN12 attendees.
More Event Details (including suite #): http://www.democratichub.com/nn12.aspx
Please RSVP here (attendance may be limited): https://www.facebook.com/events/182898481837573/
The Real Romney Tour
Hosted by Revolution Radio Network
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: Ballroom D/E, 5th Floor, Rhode Island Convention Center - 1 Sabin St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Revolution Radio Network's “REAL” Romney Tour will kick-off in Providence, RI, prior to the start of the Netroots Nation Conference. The live show will be hosted by Jeff Santos and feature Joshua Tree and Comedian Frank Santorelli. Admission is free and open to the general public and the Netroots Nation conference attendees. Register in advance for a free drink ticket and gift: http://revolutionboston.com/real-romney-tour-providence
Netroots Welcome to Providence Happy Hour
Hosted by Working RI
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: The Rotunda of the Providence Convention Center - 1 Sabin St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Netroots is finally here and the members of Working Rhode Island, a coalition of over 100,000 union members and community groups invite you to kick things off with the leading progressive and labor activists of the state. Get a drink and let the progressive community of Rhode Island welcome you to our Capital city. The party is in the Rotunda of the Convention Center, same place as registration.
Providence Drinking Liberally Welcome Wagon
Hosted by Drinking Liberally
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Wild Colonial - 250 South Water St. Providence, RI - Map It!
Share a pint with the Providence Drinking Liberally crew as we welcome Netroots to Providence.
Task Force Cocktail Party
Hosted by The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: Providence Biltmore - Hotel Suite 11 Dorrance Street Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force invites you to a cocktail party to kickoff your Netroots experience in Providence! Sponsored by Grey Goose, you can enjoy good company, good drinks and enter to win a luxury basket from Grey Goose Vodka.
For detailed location information please RSVP to Task Force Interactive Media Coordinator Kathy Plate kplate@thetaskforce.org.
Welcome Party
Hosted by Democratic GAIN/Atlas Project
When: Wednesday, June 6th, 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Where: Trinity Brewhouse 186 Fountain Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 - Map It!
Join us, enjoy a few drinks on us, and meet some fellow GAINers!
This event is open to dues-paying Democratic GAIN members. Not a member yet? Join now or onsite for $25 and GAIN access to all of our benefits (and the open bar!).
RSVP at www.democraticGAIN.org/event/NNWelcomeParty
PP Votes! RI Campaign 2012 Kick-Off & Cocktails with Cecile Richards
Hosted by Planned Parenthood Votes! Rhode Island
When: Thursday, June 7th, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Where: The Dorrance - 60 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Planned Parenthood Votes! Rhode Island will kick off it's 2012 campaign efforts with Cecile Richards, young professionals and activists far and wide. This is a fundraiser for the electoral & advocacy arm of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England.
$25 Young Professionals, $50 Individuals, $100 Champions for Choice.
Enjoy a cocktail with other inspiring activists and one of Time Magazine's 2012 Most Influential People, Cecile Richards. We hope participants will not only donate but also volunteer and help us win for women! Light refreshments will be provided. Cash bar.
RSVP: ppvotesri@ppsne.org or 401.421.8720 x3145
Early Party Meet and Greet
Hosted by Democratic Hub and Metaphor Project
When: Thursday, June 7th, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Where: Providence Biltmore - 11 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Start the evening early with a smaller meet & greet social before the bigger Thursday night events at a suite at the Providence Biltmore. Open to all NN12 attendees.
Susan with the Metaphor Project will also be there to talk about framing your messages for the American mainstream: http://www.metaphorproject.org
More Event Details (including suite #): http://www.democratichub.com/nn12.aspx
Please RSVP here (attendance may be limited): https://www.facebook.com/events/247395508700571/
Make Waves in the Ocean State!
Hosted by Ocean State Action
When: Thursday, June 7th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: The Hot Club - 575 South Water St. Providence, RI - Map It!
Can't tweet another minute?
Step away from your laptop, log out of TweetDeck and join us on the waterfront deck at the Hot Club overlooking the majestic Providence River and the capital city's skyline.
Join us to lift a glass and Make Waves with Ocean State Action. At NN12, party like a Providence politico at the Hot Club!
$25 at the door
Get On The Bus!
Hosted by Working RI, Marriage Equality RI and Ocean STate Action
When: Thursday, June 7th, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Where: Rhode Island Convention Center - Map It!
Three great local watering holes, one low price to support Rhode Island's progressive champs.
Bus picks up outside the WorkingRI Panel @6pm. We'll hit the Hot Club, Ri Ra & The Dorrance, then top off the night with a stop @Haven Brothers for some Rhody-style "gagas." Bus drops you back at the RI Convention Center @11pm.
$50 includes admission to all venues & transportation.
@Working_RI
@MERhodeIsland
@OceanStAction
21+ Be sure to bring your ID (It's not just for voring thanks, #ALEC)
Pre-register here: http://bit.ly/L8seyP
Marriage Equality RI Reception
Hosted by Marriage Equality Rhode Island
When: Thursday, June 7th, 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Where: Ri Ra Pub - 50 Exchange Terrace - Map It!
Help us build momentum for the 2012 elections and rub elbows with progressive leaders and opinion makers from all around the country at this special Netroots Nation event. Free food & live band.
$30 at the door or register here: http://bit.ly/LmmQuK
Progressive Happy Hour - Providence Edition
Hosted by Progressive Happy Hour
When: Thursday, June 7th, 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Where: Union Station Brewery - 36 Exchange Terrace, Providence, RI - Map It!
A Portland, Oregon tradition comes to Providence. A semi-regular gathering of progressive hacks, activists, politicos, and assorted groupies. No agenda, no boring speeches, no pitches. Just drinks, gossip, flim-flam, and general schmoozery. We're happy to bring our brand of happy hour to Providence. And especially proud to include our special guest, progressive champion, Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon. Come enjoy great microbrews and chat with one of the most progressive Senators around. Everyone (21+) welcome - this is a free event. Cash bar - but come early: the first round of pitchers are on us.
NN12 Karaoke Party - Sponsored by SEIU
Hosted by SEIU
When: Thursday, June 7th, 9:30pm - 12:00am
Where: The Dorrance - 60 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Join us Thursday night at The Dorrance for what's become an epic tradition at Netroots Nation. Whether you can't hold a tune or have ambitions to try out for The Glee Project, we want you on that stage!
Let your inner rockstar shine! We won't judge.
Limited space. Be there early and we'll pick up the tab.
Pizza Party & Social
Hosted by Democratic Hub
When: Friday, June 8h, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Where: Providence Biltmore - 11 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
Come join us for a pizza party at a suite at the Providence Biltmore. Open to all NN12 attendees.
More Event Details (including suite #): http://www.democratichub.com/nn12.aspx
Please RSVP here (attendance may be limited): https://www.facebook.com/events/475173619175017/
EMILY's List WHY2012 Reception
Hosted by EMILY's List
When: Friday, June 8th, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: Westin Hotel - South Country Room - Map It!
EMILY's List President Stephanie Schriock will talk about WHY2012: Womens Historic Year the opportunity for a historic number of pro-choice Democratic women to take office across the country. She will be followed by specials guests from the campaign trail.
Join us well have wine, beer and snacks to hear more about the amazing women were helping elect this year. Please RSVP here: http://bit.ly/EMILYsListNN12 or by emailing Alison at amcquade@emilyslist.org.
An Hour of Happiness
Hosted by Mayors Against Illegal Guns
When: Friday, June 8th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Westin Hotel - Waterplace Ballroom - Map It!
Free cocktails, good fun and an important conversation about the need for progressives to strongly support common-sense gun policies.
Featuring: Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI), Mark Glaze (Director, Mayors Against Illegal Guns), Cliff Schecter (bestselling author and pundit), Jamal Simmons (consultant and TV political analyst), Michael Skolnik (Political Director to Russell Simmons)
WAM! Happy Hour
Hosted by Women, Action & the Media
When: Friday, June 8th, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Where: The courtyard of A-Bar at the Hotel Providence, 139 Matthewson Street, Providence - Map It!
Find out what WAM! is all about and unwind with other folks interested in gender justice in media in a gorgeous outdoor courtyard with live jazz. Free hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, rockin' company.
Chairmans Pub Quiz VI: Revenge of the Chairman
Hosted by Netroots Nation/DLCC
When: Friday, June 8th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Rhode Island Convention Center - Map It!
Last years competition was plagued by controversy, as a heated debate over the proper name of a particular Southeast Asian nation led to fierce, unbridled protest which made Madison, WI, look like kindergarten. What could possibly be in store for 2012? Form your teams of 8-10 (and well help assemble teams on-site) and find out. Tensions will be high, as will the collective blood-alcohol content of the room by the end, so do join us for the team trivia contest which has become as fixed a part of the Netroots Nation landscape as were Burma Shave billboards on American highways of the 1950s.
Raise a Glass for the Working Class
Hosted by AFL-CIO
When: Friday, June 8th, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: Ri Ra Pub - 50 Exchange Terrace - Map It!
Come raise a glass for the working class at the Ri Ra Pub (50 Exchange Terrace) from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday night.
Pro-union punk rock band Street Dogs will be playing a live show starting at 9:00 p.m.
Bring your friends and coworkers and join us for free food and drink.
RSVP at http://act.aflcio.org/c/18/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=8046
Marriage States Reception
Hosted by Freedom to Marry
When: Friday, June 8th, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Gracie's, 194 Washington St., Providence, RI 02903 - Map It!
It's a crucial election cycle for the freedom to marry, as four states (ME, MD, MN, & WA) face ballot initiatives to defend or proactively achieve marriage for same-sex couples this November. Join Freedom to Marry and leaders from each state on Friday night from 6-8pm for cocktails, conversation, and updates from the campaigns.
Hors d'oeuvres, one drink ticket, and a cash bar will be provided. We look forward to seeing you!
Happy Hour with Obama for America
Hosted by Obama for America
When: Friday, June 8th, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: The Salon, 57 Eddy Street - Map It!
The Obama campaign netroots blogger happy hour! Come join us at the Salon, just a few blocks away from Netroots! Come for cheap drinks and good company (Obama and DNC staffers; other progressive bloggers). Stay to talk about how we're going to win this election. - http://OFA.BO/NN12HH
"Welcome to Providence" Block Party
Hosted by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse & Mayor Angel Taveras
When: Friday, June 8th, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: Local 121, 121 Washington St., Providence, RI - Map It!
Welcome to Providence Block Party: Mayor Angel Taveras and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse are hosting a block party at Local 121, located at 121 Washington Street, on Friday night from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
This event is open to all #NN12 attendees, and we hope you'll stop in to meet us and other special guests!
Pro-Choice, Pro-Party
Hosted by The Center for Reproductive Rights
When: Friday, June 8th, 9:00pm - 2:00am
Where: The Salon, 57 Eddy Street - Map It!
Join the Center to celebrate the change each of us fights for every day. Pro-Choice, Pro-Party: bring the energy of the progressive vision to the dance floor. Hip-hop, 80s, original mashups, and more DJed by the Centers secret party weapon: PJ Unicr0n.
Hair of the Dog Morning Happy Hour
Hosted by NGP VAN
When: Saturday, June 9th, 9:00am - 11:00am
Where: Waterplace Ballroom, The Westin, 1 Exchange St. - Map It!
Out too late Friday night? Swing by NGP VAN's Hair of the Dog happy hour on the way to your monrning session for a Bloody Mary, mimosa, or coffee. Come by our booth in the exhibit hall (#516) to grab drink tickets -- there's a limited supply!
Grassroots Fundraiser for Rep. David Cicilline and Rep. Keith Ellison
Hosted by Progressives Win 2012
When: Saturday, June 9th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: The Salon, 57 Eddy Street - Map It!
$25 to attend/$100 to host. Please join two progressive champions to support their re-election campaigns.
Daily Kos 10th Anniversary Party
Hosted by Daily Kos
When: Saturday, June 9th, 9:30pm - Late
Where: The Whiskey Republic, 515 South Water Street - Map It!
Join us Saturday, June 9th for a waterfront block party at The Whiskey Republic, 515 South Water Street. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Daily Kos, we'll party with a DJ, dancing and a complimentary open bar. Doors open at 9:30PM. A convention credential or Daily Kos sticker (available at the Daily Kos booth) is required for entry and complimentary drinks. Space is limited, so come early and stay late! (Must be 18 or older for entry.)