Democratic Club

Welcome to the Highland Park Democratic Club

The Highland Park Democratic Club is a community space for local Democrats to connect, build relationships, and get involved in meaningful civic engagement. As the social arm of the Highland Park Democratic Committee, the club focuses on fostering community rather than formal party decisions or endorsements.

We bring people together through events, conversations, and grassroots activities that strengthen our local Democratic community. There is no cap on membership, and we welcome anyone interested in meeting neighbors, sharing ideas, and building a more connected, engaged town.

What We Do

The club regularly hosts a variety of events, including:
• Q&A sessions with New Jersey candidates for elected office
• Election Night gatherings
• Community potlucks
• Local meetups and issue-based discussions
 

Want to be the first to know about upcoming events and club news? Sign up for our email list here:
https://forms.gle/4aYEXF85hP7MJ9T99

Monthly Meetings

Each month, the club hosts themed socials at Pino’s, 13 N 4th Ave, Highland Park. For 2026, the dates are as follows:

• Wednesday, September 16th @ 6PM

• Wednesday, October 21st  @ 6PM

• Wednesday, November 18th  @ 6PM

• Wednesday, December 16th  @ 6PM

You can RSVP on our Facebook page, though not required. Have an idea for an event or social? Reach out to our representatives or let us know at our next event!

Representatives

President - Kayleigh Lavornia

Kayleigh Lavornia, President of the Highland Park Democratic Club, currently serves as Chief of Staff to State Senator Andrew Zwicker, representing parts of Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, and Hunterdon counties. Lavornia joined Zwicker’s staff as a scheduling and legislative aide in 2022 after working as a field organizer on Gov. Phil Murphy’s re-election campaign and as an aide to Bergen County Commissioner Tracy Zur. She holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Media from Bangor University, and a MSc in Political Communication from the University of Glasgow. In addition to being Club President, she also serves as a founding Board Member of Gen Z for New Jersey and as VP of Engagement for the Middlesex County Young Democrats.

If you have ideas, questions, or want to get more involved, Kayleigh is always happy to connect.

Contact Kayleigh:
📧 kaylavornia@gmail.com 

Vice President - VACANT

Social Media Manager - VACANT

Event Planner - VACANT

County Committee Representative #1 - Municipal Chair Abby Stern Cardinale

County Committee Representative #2 - Municipal Vice Chair Andrea Alexander

Stay Connected

You can follow us on Facebook and keep up to date on our events:
https://www.facebook.com/HighlandParkDemocraticClub

Become a Donor

To support the work we do, you can contribute financially through a recurring donation to the Highland Park Democratic Committee. The suggested donation is $25 a quarter or $10 a month, though any amount helps. These funds go toward the basics that keep our work going, including hosting events, supporting local candidates and elections, and growing our presence in the community.

We understand if now isn't the right time for you financially. Your support in other ways such as spreading the word and staying engaged in local Democratic events and elections matters just as much. And if you're in a position to give more, we'd be grateful for that too, though payment is in no way required to participate in the club.

If you'd like to set up a one-time or recurring donation, you can do so here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/highland-park-democratic-committee-1