Past Events

Moments from the Halifax Republican Town Committee

Past Events

OCT
10

2026

Minogue & GOP Standout -- Route 6, Barnstable -- Oct 10

10:00 AM — Route 6 Rest Area, eastbound (between Iyannough Rd & Willow St exits), Barnstable, MA -- Sign standout with Mike Minogue + GOP candidates, 10:00-11:30 AM Join us for a standout with Mike Minogue for Governor and other Republican candidates. Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00-11:30 AM at the Route 6 Rest Area (eastbound, between the Iyannough Road and Willow Street exits), Barnstable. Come pick up a Minogue yard sign. Due to the location, no children, please.

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OCT
8

2026

Team Minogue Debate Watch Party -- Minogue vs. Healey

5:30 PM — The CabbyShack, 30 Town Wharf, Plymouth, MA -- Watch Mike Minogue debate Maura Healey with Team Minogue. South Shore wants common sense back. Team Minogue debate watch party: Mike Minogue vs. Maura Healey. Please invite all friends and family to help show that the Massachusetts South Shore supports bringing common sense and decency back into our government. #VOTEMINOGUE Hosted at The CabbyShack.

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OCT
8

2026

Governor Debate: Minogue vs. Healey -- Live on WBZ-TV

5:30 PM — WBZ-TV (CBS Boston) -- on TV, at WBZ.com, or on the CBS News app -- The first debate in the race for Governor: Mike Minogue and Gov. Maura Healey, live on WBZ-TV, Thursday October 8, 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The first debate in the race for Massachusetts Governor. Republican challenger Mike Minogue meets Governor Maura Healey, live and in person in the WBZ studio. When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 — 5:30 to 6:30 PM Moderator: Jon Keller, WBZ-TV Format: both candidates in the studio, no audience. How to watch On television: WBZ-TV (CBS Boston, Channel 4) Streaming live: WBZ.com live stream On your phone or smart TV: the CBS News app Rather watch with friends? Team Minogue is hosting a Debate Watch Party the same evening — see it in the events list. Next up: the U.S. Senate debate, John Deaton vs. Ed Markey, Tuesday, October 13 at 5:30 PM, also on WBZ-TV.

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OCT
7

2026

Duxbury RTC Ballot Questions Forum

6:00 PM — Duxbury Senior Center, Duxbury, MA -- 9 ballot questions, one night. Moderator Geoff Diehl; State Representative Ken Sweezey will offer his perspective. There are 9 ballot questions on the Massachusetts ballot this November 3. Do you know what they are? Learn, ask questions, make informed decisions. Moderator: Geoff Diehl. State Representative Ken Sweezey will offer his perspective. Sponsored by the Duxbury Republican Town Committee.

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OCT
6

2026

Falmouth Energy Forum -- Why Massachusetts Energy Rates Are So High

7:00 PM — Falmouth Public Library (Herman Room), Falmouth, MA -- Falmouth Energy Forum presentation, Tuesday October 6, 7:00 PM at the Falmouth Public Library: why Massachusetts energy rates are the third highest in the nation and why they may go higher. The Falmouth Energy Forum invites you to its presentation on why Massachusetts electric rates are so high and where they are going. Massachusetts has the third highest electrical rates in the nation. Speaker: Lisa Linowes, Executive Director of the WindAction Group, will explain how present policies increase electrical rates and why much higher rates can be expected in the future. Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Falmouth Public Library, Herman Room. Presented by the Falmouth Energy Forum.

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OCT
6

2026

Falmouth Energy Forum: Why MA Energy Rates Are 3rd Highest in the Nation

7:00 PM — Falmouth Public Library (Herman Room), Falmouth, MA -- Falmouth Energy Forum presentation on why Massachusetts energy rates are the third highest in the nation. The Falmouth Energy Forum presents why Massachusetts energy rates are the third largest in the nation — and why they may get higher. Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00pm, Falmouth Public Library (Herman Room).

OCT
6

2026

Candidate Forum -- New Testament Church & Christian School, Plymouth (UPDATED TIME)

1:00 PM — New Testament Church & Christian School, 1120 Long Pond Road, Plymouth, MA 02360 -- UPDATED TIME: Candidate Forum, Tuesday October 6, 1:00-2:15 PM at New Testament Church & Christian School, 1120 Long Pond Road, Plymouth. Students meet candidates from local and statewide races. UPDATED TIME! Candidate Forum -- Tuesday, October 6, 1:00 - 2:15 PMNew Testament Church & Christian School1120 Long Pond Road, Plymouth, MA 02360 Our Junior & Senior High school students will participate with candidates from campaigns in both local and statewide races. Meet the candidates and see where they stand on the issues. Invite a friend! Special Instructions -- since this event takes place while the Christian school is in session, there are a few guidelines to follow: Please park in the Parsonage parking lot (across from where the tent is put up). Use the main church entrance only. Stay in the lobby & sanctuary areas. Use the bathrooms on the main floor.

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OCT
4

2026

John Deaton for U.S. Senate -- Reception Hosted by Toby Leary

4:00 PM — West Barnstable, MA (address provided upon RSVP) -- Evening reception for John Deaton, hosted by Toby Leary -- RSVP for the address. Evening reception for John Deaton for U.S. Senate, hosted by Toby Leary.Sunday, October 4, 2026, 4:00-6:00 PMWest Barnstable, MA -- address provided upon RSVP.RSVP to Griffin Moulton: griffin@johndeatonforsenate.com / (781) 801-3429

OCT
2

2026

Private Reception to Support Tyler Macallister & Mike Minogue -- Middleboro

5:30 PM — Fireside Grille, 30 Bedford Street, Middleboro, MA -- Macallister Crew + Team Minogue private reception -- Friday, October 2, 5:30-7:00 PM, Fireside Grille, Middleboro. Donations appreciated. You're invited to a private reception to support Tyler Macallister for Congress (Macallister Crew) and Mike Minogue for Governor (Team Minogue). Friday, October 2 | 5:30 - 7:00 PMFireside Grille30 Bedford Street | Middleboro, MA Donations appreciated. Give online: Macallister4Congress.com/donate Suggested donations -- Team Minogue: $100 · $500 · $1,000. Macallister Crew: $500 (give at Macallister4Congress.com/donate) Contributions to Minogue for Governor are not tax deductible. MA law limits individual contributions to $1,000 per year. Contributions from corporations, labor organizations, business entities, PACs, and foreign nationals are prohibited. Contributions must be from personal funds. Minogue for Governor is a Massachusetts state candidate committee regulated by OCPF. Macallister for Congress is a federal candidate committee regulated by the FEC; contributions to Macallister for Congress are subject to federal contribution limits and prohibitions, are not tax deductible, and are processed separately at Macallister4Congress.com/donate. Contributions to each committee are separate and go only to that committee. Paid for by Macallister for Congress.

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OCT
2

2026

Cape Cod Republican Women's Club Luncheon -- Macallister & MacRae

11:30 AM — Yarmouth House, 225 Route 28, West Yarmouth, MA -- Cape Cod Republican Women's Club luncheon meeting, Friday October 2, 11:30 AM at the Yarmouth House, West Yarmouth. Special guests Tyler Macallister and Kari MacRae. $29, RSVP required. The Cape Cod Republican Women's Club invites you to its luncheon meeting on Friday, October 2, at 11:30 AM at the Yarmouth House, 225 Route 28, West Yarmouth. Special guests: Tyler Macallister, candidate for U.S. Congress, 9th District, and Kari MacRae, candidate for State Senate, Plymouth and Barnstable District. The price is $29 and covers the luncheon. Menu choices: Butternut Squash Ravioli, Caesar Salad with Chicken, or Baked Scrod. RSVP to Penney Hensley at pkhensley@msn.com with your menu choice.

OCT
1

2026

Mike Minogue for Governor -- White's of Westport

7:00 PM — White's of Westport, Westport, MA -- Mike Minogue for Governor campaign event at White's of Westport. Cape Cod Republican town committees were there, Yarmouth among them.

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OCT
1

2026

Re-Elect Ken Sweezey -- Fall Fundraiser

6:00 PM — Venus III, 252 Main Street, Hanson, MA -- Fall fundraiser for State Representative Ken Sweezey (6th Plymouth). Suggested contribution $50 - $1,000. You are invited to a fundraiser in support of Re-Elect Ken Sweezey, 6th Plymouth State Representative. Suggested contribution: $1,000 | $500 | $250 | $100 | $50. Donate at www.KenSweezey.com -- checks payable to the Committee to Elect Ken Sweezey, 51 Mattakeesett St, Hanson, MA 02341. Paid for by CTE Ken Sweezey.

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OCT
1

2026

Reception to Support Tyler Macallister & Mike Minogue -- New Bedford

5:00 PM — Merrill's on the Waterfront, 36 Homer's Wharf, New Bedford, MA -- Macallister Crew + Team Minogue reception -- Thursday, October 1, 5:00-6:30 PM, Merrill's on the Waterfront, New Bedford. Donations appreciated. You're invited to a reception to support Tyler Macallister for Congress (Macallister Crew) and Mike Minogue for Governor (Team Minogue). Thursday, October 1 | 5:00 - 6:30 PMMerrill's on the Waterfront36 Homer's Wharf | New Bedford, MA Donations appreciated. Give online: Macallister4Congress.com/donate Suggested donations -- Team Minogue: $500 · Macallister Crew: $500 (give at Macallister4Congress.com/donate) Contributions to Minogue for Governor are not tax deductible. MA law limits individual contributions to $1,000 per year. Contributions from corporations, labor organizations, business entities, PACs, and foreign nationals are prohibited. Contributions must be from personal funds. Minogue for Governor is a Massachusetts state candidate committee regulated by OCPF. Macallister for Congress is a federal candidate committee regulated by the FEC; contributions to Macallister for Congress are subject to federal contribution limits and prohibitions, are not tax deductible, and are processed separately at Macallister4Congress.com/donate. Contributions to each committee are separate and go only to that committee. Paid for by Macallister for Congress.

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SEP
30

2026

John Deaton for U.S. Senate -- Town Hall Listening Tour (Saugus, Natick, Lowell)

7:00 PM — Three stops this week -- Saugus (9/30), Natick (10/1), Lowell (10/2), all 7:00 PM -- John Deaton for U.S. Senate -- Town Hall Listening Tour, remaining stops this week: Wed 9/30 Saugus, Thu 10/1 Natick, Fri 10/2 Lowell. All 7:00 PM. John Deaton for U.S. Senate -- People Over Politics. Town Hall Listening Tour. Remaining stops this week, all at 7:00 PM: Wednesday 9/30 -- Kowloon Restaurant, 948 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 Thursday 10/1 -- Natick Town Hall, AMVETS Post 79, 79 Superior Dr, Natick, MA 01760 Friday 10/2 -- Lowell Town Hall, Coburn Hall, Room 275, 850 Broadway St, Lowell, MA 01854 Earlier stops (Berlin 9/28, North Billerica 9/29) have already taken place. People Over Politics. Massachusetts deserves a voice.

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SEP
12

2026

Mike Minogue for Governor Standout

10:00 AM — Route 6 Rest Area, Eastbound — between Exit 6 and Exit 7 -- Saturday, September 12, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. · Route 6 Rest Area (Eastbound), between Exit 6 and Exit 7 Join us for a Mike Minogue for Governor STANDOUT. WHEN: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Route 6 Rest Area, EASTBOUND — between Exit 6 and Exit 7 Come pick up a Minogue yard sign. Signs will be available on site. PLEASE NOTE: due to the location, no children please.

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AUG
30

2026

Cape Cod Canal Comedy Cruise with Tyler Macallister

6:00 PM — Onset Town Pier, 184 Onset Ave, Onset, MA An evening on the Cape Cod Canal with Tyler Macallister for Congress -- live comedy on the boat with Cape Cod comedian Jim Ruberti. Sunday, August 30, 6-8 PM, departing Onset Town Pier. $85 per person. Buy tickets at macallister4congress.com/canal-cruise. Paid for by Macallister for Congress.

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AUG
29

2026

Minogue for Governor Boat Parade

11:30 AM — Meeting point: Minot Light, Scituate -- ending at Boston Light -- Boat parade for Mike Minogue for Governor -- Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11:30 AM. Meet at Minot Light, finish at Boston Light. Rain date: September 5. Display your patriotic flags and bring friends. Minogue for Governor -- Boat Parade When: Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 11:30 AM Meeting point: Minot Light Ending point: Boston Light Rain date: Saturday, September 5 Display all your patriotic flags and invite your friends! Questions: contact Eric at (774) 269-6010.

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AUG
27

2026

Meet the Republican Candidates -- 2026 Election Season

6:30 PM — Meadowbrook Restaurant, 1486 Main St, Hanson, MA Join us for an evening of conversation with the 2026 Republican candidates. Whether you are a longtime Republican, an independent voter, or simply interested in learning more about the candidates, you're invited to attend. Candidates slated: John Deaton (US Senate), Tyler Macallister (Congress), Mike Walsh (Attorney General), Elizabeth Dionne (Treasurer), Kari MacRae (State Senate), and State Reps Ken Sweezey, David DeCoste, and Eric Meschino. Free entry -- light refreshments served, cash bar. Hosted by the Hanson, Duxbury, Halifax, Marshfield, and Pembroke Republican Town Committees. RSVP appreciated: hansonrtc19@gmail.com

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AUG
22

2026

Leadership On Course -- Chester Tam

5:00 PM — Golf VX North Dartmouth, 127 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747 -- Driving the conversation forward -- an evening with Chester Tam, candidate for State Representative, 9th Bristol District. Saturday, August 22, 2026, 5:00-8:00 PM at Golf VX North Dartmouth. $50 per person, food included. RSVP required. Leadership On Course -- Driving the conversation forward. Swing by Golf VX North Dartmouth to join the conversation and help Chester Tam, candidate for State Representative in the 9th Bristol District, chart a new course for our community. When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Where: Golf VX North Dartmouth, 127 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747 Meet -- get to know Chester. Share -- discuss local priorities. Connect -- join the conversation. Tickets -- RSVP required. $50 per person, food included. Bringing guests? Use "Other" and enter the total: 1 = $50, 2 = $100, 3 = $150, 4 = $200 (+$50 each additional guest). Tickets: bit.ly/TAMGOLF Paid for by the Chester Tam Committee to Elect.

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AUG
22

2026

Mike Minogue for Governor Standout

10:00 AM — Sat Aug 22, 10:00-11:30 AM -- Route 6 Rest Area (eastbound), between Exit 6 and Exit 7. Bring flags; signs available. No children, please. Join us for a Mike Minogue for Governor standout on Saturday, August 22 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at the Route 6 Rest Area (eastbound), between Exit 6 and Exit 7. Bring flags! We will have Mike Minogue signs available. Due to the location, no children please.

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AUG
21

2026

Volunteer at the Marshfield Fair Republican Booth

12:00 PM — Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St (Route 3A), Marshfield, MA Help Republicans win in 2026 -- volunteer at the Republican booth at the Marshfield Fair, August 21-30, any timeslot between Noon and 10 PM. With 130,000-150,000 in annual foot traffic, this is a huge opportunity to connect with voters, hand out candidate literature, register voters, and share our conservative values. The Fair draws heavily from Marshfield, Scituate, Duxbury, Pembroke, and Hanover, with patrons from as far south as Cape Cod and north from Weymouth and Quincy. The Marshfield RTC invites candidates and volunteers from across the network. Contact: Kim Bakeberg, MRTC Secretary -- text/call (781) 690-1709 or k_bakeberg@hotmail.com

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AUG
14

2026

Women for Minogue Event

2:00 PM — Yarmouth House, 335 MA-28, West Yarmouth, MA -- Teatime, photo ops, and conversation with the Minogue campaign. Let's celebrate Women for Minogue. Join us Friday, August 14 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at the Yarmouth House, 335 MA-28, West Yarmouth MA. Teatime | Photo Ops | Conversation.

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AUG
6

2026

Adam Hogue Summer Fundraiser

6:00 PM — The Loft - 183 Main Street West Yarmouth Join us for an evening of great food, live music, and exciting auction prizes as we come together to support Adam Hogue for Barnstable County Commissioner. This campaign is about building a stronger, more affordable, and more accountable Cape Cod for everyone. Come meet Adam, hear about his vision for our community, and enjoy a beautiful summer evening overlooking the water at The Loft at the Cove Resort.

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AUG
5

2026

Yes on Charter Change -- Campaign Kickoff

5:30 PM — Three V Sandbar, Plymouth Waterfront -- Kickoff for the Yes on Charter Change campaign -- Plymouth MA Citizens for Government Change. Great food, great people, stronger future. STRONG SUPPORT. STRONGER PLYMOUTH. The momentum is growing. Community leaders, residents, and supporters from across Plymouth are coming together for a stronger, more effective local government. Support for the charter change has never been stronger. Join us for the kickoff -- Wednesday, August 5, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Three V Sandbar on the Plymouth waterfront. An unforgettable evening featuring the exceptional cuisine of Chef Stephen Coe, Food Network champion, and other world champion chefs. Cash bar and appetizers. Eat. Drink. Connect. Support. Meet fellow supporters and learn more about the charter change. Corporate and personal donations are welcome, with no limit on the amount -- Venmo and PayPal accepted at the door. Hosted by Plymouth MA Citizens for Government Change.

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AUG
5

2026

Republican Candidate Yard Sign Giveaway

5:00 PM — Stop and Shop, 71 Quaker Meeting House Road, Sandwich, MA The Sandwich Republican Town Committee is giving away Republican candidate yard signs. Support Republican leadership. Support our community.

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AUG
3

2026

Women for Minogue

5:30 PM — American Legion, 104 King Street, Hanover MA VENUE CHANGE due to weather. Parking is limited, so please carpool. Time is unchanged, 5:30-7:00pm. Join us for Women for Minogue. Food | Photo Ops | Conversation.

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AUG
2

2026

Falmouth RTC Summer Rally ’26

3:00 PM — 270 Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA 02540 Meet the Candidates · Learn the Issues · Celebrate America’s 250th. Hosted by the Falmouth Republican Town Committee. A relaxed Sunday afternoon of great food, candidates, and community as we celebrate America’s 250th and gear up for the 2026 midterms — an enhanced potluck and a well-stocked bar. Candidates attending include John Deaton (U.S. Senate), Tyler Macallister (U.S. Congress, MA-9), Elizabeth Dionne (MA Treasurer), Mike Walsh (MA Attorney General), Kari MacRae (State Senate, Plymouth & Barnstable), Steven Xiarhos (State Rep, 5th Barnstable) and other State Rep candidates. Featured speakers: Toby Leary and John Mawhinney (Civil Rights Coalition) and Jeff Cohen (Mass 4 Fair Elections). RSVP requested: falmouthrtc.com/meet-our-candidates. Questions: events@falmouthrtc.com or SMS 508-360-7077. Donations welcome — $25 suggested, any amount appreciated.

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JUL
25

2026

Kingston 300th Day Parade - March with the Crew

9:00 AM — Kingston turns 300! March in the 300th Day Parade with Tyler Macallister (R, U.S. Congress MA-9) and the crew. Sat July 25, 9 AM - 1 PM - meet up 10 AM at Kingston Elementary School. Volunteer / march with the crew: crew@macallister4congress.com. Can not make it? Chip in at macallister4congress.com. Event by the Macallister campaign; paid for by Macallister for Congress.

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