Upcoming Events
Campaign Kickoff Party!
Join us for the kickoff of Takis’s reelection campaign at local favorite Café Sazón!
Event is free to attend, but donations are encouraged. Please RSVP regardless so we can order enough food!
League of Women Voters Arlington Candidate Forum
More details to come soon. Find out more about the League of Women Voters in Arlington here:
https://my.lwv.org/virginia/arlington
Takis’ Birthday Fundraiser
We hope you can join Team Takis on Saturday, October 2nd, from 3:00-4:30pm, for drinks and cupcakes to celebrate Takis' Birthday as we head into the homestretch of the campaign. Masks are required indoors. Rideshares encouraged. Address will be provided upon registration.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3hNm7s6
Arlington Branch NAACP Candidate Forum
Please join the Arlington Branch NAACP and Theta Rho Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. for their Candidate Fall Forum. These non-partisan organizations invite you to engage as a community in the electoral process as informed and active participants. Come hear the candidates’ views on housing, law enforcement, economic development, governance, environmental justice, education, and more!
Share the event on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1622772944599070
RSVP for the Zoom link here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqdu2prTgvEt2l3EMbr8l4JN49IUWCysjw
More info on our local NAACP branch:
https://www.arlingtonnaacp.com/
Early Voting Begins
Early voting for the 2021 general election begins on Friday, September 17, and runs through Saturday, October 30.
Find information on voting locations, dates and hours, and what you’ll need in order to vote early!
https://vote.arlingtonva.us/Early-Voting
Share the event on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/228344209228567/
Arlington County Civic Federation Candidate Forum
The Arlington County Civic Federation is hosting a Candidate Forum during its next membership meeting, on September 14th. After a brief welcome, candidates for the County Board, School Board, and House of Delegates will engage in discussion on issues facing Arlington.
More information on the meeting:
http://www.civfed.org/
RSVP for the Zoom link here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpcemvqT0vEtY65JLTva3F2raL-lOS5TMm
Drinks at Takis Hour Fundraiser
We invite you to support Team Takis and Takis' re-election to the Arlington County Board. Join us for drinks and to build the momentum as our campaign heads into the fall!
Address provided upon registration.
Libations only!
Masks required indoors.
Rideshares encouraged.
Get your ticket at this link:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/takishour
Arlington Committee of 100's Candidate Forum
The Fall election season is almost upon us!
Zoom into the Arlington Committee of 100's Candidate Forum and engage with County Board contenders Takis Karantonis (incumbent) and challengers Mike Cantwell, Adam Theo, and Audrey Clement on issues of the day.
School Board candidates Michael Webb (invited) and Mary Kadera will also be on hand. Don't miss this lively annual tradition!
Register for the Zoom link here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XxSPXY9nT4-lS6sRHuWMDg
Share the event on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2947930728815464/
Midsummer Takis Takeoff!
We invite you to join friends of Team Takis in support of Takis' re-election to the Arlington County Board!
Our summer spritzer event will support the campaign as it moves forward to November.
RSVP: HERE!
Address provided upon registration.
Primary Day Voting
June 8th, 2021 is the date of the Democratic Primary Election in Arlington!
Polling places are all open from 6:00am until 7:00pm on the day of the Democratic Primary. Find your polling place here.
Check your voter registration status here. The registration deadline has passed for the June 2021 Primary; if you are not registered, you can register to vote online here so you’re ready for the general election in November!
Arlington County has put together a 2021 Voter Guide, viewable here. Make sure you have a plan to vote today (Tuesday, June 8th) if you have not already done so!
Latinos & Friends for Takis Zoom Fundraiser
Pre-registration is required! Donate any amount at the ActBlue page linked here:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/210520tobar
Arlington Chamber of Commerce - Candidate Forum
This business-themed candidate forum features a moderated discussion of topics important to the Arlington business community with the candidates running for the Arlington County Board. The event will provide candidates the opportunity to engage with local business leaders and to address the key issues affecting the business community.
Please register in advance using this link:
https://arlingtonvacoc.wliinc1.com/events/Arlington-County-Board-Candidate-Forum-3528/register
All registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the forum.
Find more information on the Arlington Chamber of Commerce website:
https://web.arlingtonchamber.org/events/Arlington-County-Board-Candidate-Forum-3528/details
Meet-and-Greet Fundraiser
Please join Fatima Argun, Jack Kinkaid, Jason Rylander, Mary Detweiler, and Cragg Hines for a Meet-and-Greet fundraiser to re-elect Arlington County Board Member Takis Karantonis!
Pre-registration is required! RSVP on the Facebook event linked here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/940633173413065/
Arlington NAACP - County Board Candidates Forum
RSVP here for the Zoom link:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcud--gqjIoH93qGFttDRik3_XLjLFaIAFE
Visit the Facebook event page to share with friends and learn more:
https://www.facebook.com/events/293775172312170
From the Arlington NAACP website:
The NAACP supports voter engagement and give our members a chance to hear from political candidates on the issues central to our mission and our values. We have invited all primary candidate to attend our May 17 general membership meeting for a structured dialogue with our Branch. This is an opportunity for each candidate to answer questions relating specifically to our organization's priorities and mission. We plan to devote 30 minutes divided fairly between both primary candidates for the House of Delegates 49th District seat, Democratic candidates for the County Board, and candidate for Arlington County School Board.
Visit the Arlington NAACP Chapter’s website:
https://www.arlingtonnaacp.com/
Arlington Democrats - County Board Candidate Debate
Please register in advance using this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckcemuqzgpGt0fnLFXvrVImD2IgGToDUHY
Find more information on the Arlington Democrats website, including how to submit questions and accessibility requests:
https://arlingtondemocrats.org/event/county-board-candidate-debate/
Embracing Arlington Arts - Candidate Forum
Pre-registration is required! RSVP by sending an email to:
janetk@embracing-arlington-arts.org
Share the event from Embracing Arlington Arts on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/239134411325219
Arlington Young Democrats - County Board & School Board Debates
The Arlington Young Democrats are hosting debates on Sunday, May 9th from 6-8pm for the County Board and School Board primaries. You can register in advance through the form below, and this event will also be broadcasted to Facebook Live and later posted to YouTube.
Register in advance through Zoom. All registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the forum:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqce6gqTsvGdY-UnY-_dQhBl_y1PYQWg4S
Share the Arlington Young Democrats event on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/860403161563227
Arlington Democrats - Morning Mug
Learn about the candidates for Arlington County Board!
Please register in advance using this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqdeurrDgvHNTfpuwHCyMJymum3JcgQOeU
Find more information on the Arlington Democrats website, including requesting accessibility accommodations:
https://arlingtondemocrats.org/event/morning-mug-county-board-candidates/
League of Women Voters of Arlington - Candidate Forum
Register in advance through Eventbrite. All registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the forum:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/league-of-women-voters-of-arlington-candidate-forum-tickets-150576072085
Share the League of Women Voters of Arlington event on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/888694438528228
Virtual Meet & Greet
This will be a discussion focused on labor and economic development.
Please register in advance using this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYod-uorDIpGdMF5CbwYkAyU6yHyyWC57aj
Virtual Meet & Greet
Please register in advance using this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdeqvrTkvHdQzDpgdVesv8LTJ6XJu6LE1
Zoom and Greet: Southeast Area
Please join host Natalie Hall for a Zoom & Greet with Democratic County Board Candidate Takis Karantonis on Monday, June 29th at 7:00 PM.
Click the link below to register:
About Takis: Since arriving in Arlington 14 years ago, Takis has been a civically engaged community leader. He has been involved with a number of local organizations, appointed to advisory commissions, served as a precinct captain, and was campaign manager and political advisor for local, progressive campaigns that changed the Arlington status quo (Erik Gutshall and Parisa Dehghani-Tafti).
Zoom and Greet: Metro West Area
Please join host Alexandra Ritchie for a Zoom & Greet with Democratic County Board Candidate Takis Karantonis Saturday, June 27 at 7:00PM.
Click the link below to register:
About Takis: Since arriving in Arlington 14 years ago, Takis has been a civically engaged community leader. He has been involved with a number of local organizations, appointed to advisory commissions, served as a precinct captain, and was campaign manager and political advisor for local, progressive campaigns that changed the Arlington status quo (Erik Gutshall and Parisa Dehghani-Tafti).