The Talking Drums Newsletter

11/05/2026

Virtual Documentary Night: Aftermath: The Remnants of War, Sunday, December 6th (4 PM PST). Everyone must watch the film on their own before joining us on Zoom. Here is the link to the film again. https://www.nfb.ca/film/aftermath_the_remnants_of_war/. Please note that the Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign (Sac PPC) and the Sacramento Raging Grannies (SRG) are co-sponsors and support the film screening.

Please RSVP at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-virtual-documentary-night-tickets-1983832190485t.Please RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-virtual-documentary-night-tickets-1983832190485t.

Watch the film on your own then join us for rounds of small group discussion and a special guest Q&A!

11/03/2026

Come to City Council on November 10th and bring your members. We will gather at 4:30 pm for a mini rally before we go inside. We also want as many people as possible to give public comment during the meeting. The flyer is below for you to share with your members. RSVP here! https://unitehere.jotform.com/262957880737879

10/30/2026

LWVC Ballot Recommendations for Nov. 3, 2026

Review our recommendations for this November's statewide measures. You can also download copies of our "Vote with the League" flyers!

10/29/2026

Did you know … The Sacramento Observer’s The Advance Guard podcast episode “From the Ballot to the Block” brings host Dr. Angelo Williams together with Faye Wilson Kennedy for a conversation about what—not who—voters should focus on: the issues, qualifications, and community priorities that shape informed decisions this November?
Find this and more in the Knock Knock Community Guide.
Go to People, Places & Things → From the Ballot to the Block.
Watch the conversation and think about the issues that matter most in your community before Election Day.

10/29/2026

Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign (Sac PPC) Sacramento County: MARCH TO THE POLLS
PREVENT ELECTION TAMPERING – VOTE EARLY! Thursday, October 29, 2026, Assemble by 3:00 PM

🔴 Look for balloons🔴
Gather in the back parking lot at Walmart near 65th Street & Florin Road, Sacramento (look for the balloons). Marchers will receive important information.

• We will march to the Sacramento County Elections Office, 7000 65th Street, Sacramento
• Voters will go into the voting center to register, vote, or drop off their ballots.
• Marchers will stay across the street in the mall parking lot to respect electioneering boundaries.
• Signs are encouraged but should support voting and democracy, not candidates or parties. Examples: VOTE, OUR VOTE IS OUR VOICE, PROTECT VOTING RIGHTS, SYSTEMIC POVERTY IS IMMORAL, VOTING RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS, COUNT MY VOTE, POOR PEOPLE ARE CITIZENS TOO

Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign (Sac PPC) Sacramento County: MARCH TO THE POLLS PREVENT ELECTION TAMPERING - VOTE EARLY! Thursday, October 29, 2026, 3:00 PM · Assemble in the back parking lot at Walmart near 65th Street & Florin Road, Sacramento (look for the balloons). Marchers will receive im...

10/28/2026

If you're looking to get involved locally, connect and join the next Sacramento Poor People's Campaign Meeting

The Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign’s Zoom Meeting

When: Monday, November 9, 2026, 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Topics: Post-election discussion, Voter Education: March to the Polls, Public Bank, Railyard (fair community benefit agreement), water rate increases for City of Sacramento residents, and other related topics

Register in advance for this meeting:

Registration Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oQe2tCD4SZyNHZrt8N8Dug

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meeting.

For more info, please email: [email protected].

Thank you
50501 Sacramento Kolieka Seigle Sacramento Observer CLAP Community Lead Advocacy Program Sacramento Homeless Organizing Committee Sacramento Homeless Union

10/27/2026

Sacramento County: MARCH TO THE POLLS

Thursday, October 29, 2026, Gather at 3:00 PM
🔴 Look for balloons🔴
Gather in the back parking lot at Walmart near 65th Street & Florin Road, Sacramento (look for the balloons). Marchers will receive important information.

• We will march to the Sacramento County Elections Office, 7000 65th Street, Sacramento
• Voters will go into the voting center to register, vote, or drop off their ballots.
• Marchers will stay across the street in the mall parking lot to respect electioneering boundaries.
• Signs are encouraged but should support voting and democracy, not candidates or parties. Examples: VOTE, OUR VOTE IS OUR VOICE, PROTECT VOTING RIGHTS, SYSTEMIC POVERTY IS IMMORAL, VOTING RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS, COUNT MY VOTE, UNRIG THE SYSTEM, POOR PEOPLE ARE CITIZENS TOO

Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign (Sac PPC) Sacramento County: MARCH TO THE POLLS PREVENT ELECTION TAMPERING - VOTE EARLY! Thursday, October 29, 2026, 3:00 PM · Assemble in the back parking lot at Walmart near 65th Street & Florin Road, Sacramento (look for the balloons). Marchers will receive im...