“I've never read Marx's Capital but I've got the marks of capital all over my body.”
Big Bill Haywood
Labor Organizer
¡Charlemos! Let's Chat! Spanish Conversation Practice
Starting today, October 14, 2025 and then taking place each week at the Manhattan Public Library in the Groesbeck Room, Derron, one of the Chapter Administrative Coordinators, will be leading a weekly Spanish conversation practice session for anyone who would like to improve or maintain their Spanish. All levels are welcome! We would love to have first-language speakers as well! This is a judgment-free and open space to speak Spanish and to be in community with others.

MHK Fiesta Talento y Cultura
We will be tabling at MHK Fiesta Talento y Cultura on Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. We will be sharing information about DSA, what we do, and opportunities available to the Latine communities of Manhattan and the Flint Hills. The Fiesta is at the Manhattan Catholic School cafeteria and proceeds benefit the school and Seven Dolor Parish. If you are interested in tabling, reach out to Co-Chair, Noah!

Bonfire 'n' S'mores!
Join the Flint Hills, Kansas Chapter of Democratic Socialists for a bonfire and s'mores. We will have vegan options available! Feel free to bring your own drink (preferably non-alcoholic), camping chair (but we will have some extras), and a camp-fire instrument. The location will be shared with those who RSVP the morning of Saturday, November 1.

CIVIC Meeting
The Community Involvement and Volunteer Initiative Committee will be meeting on Thursday, October 16, at 6:30 pm. Please RSVP to the meeting by clicking the button below. Location will be shared the morning of.
Tenant Organizing
The Flint Hills Tenants United met with some tenants at Geary Estates Apartments and are working to organize a Tenant Association in order to improve the material lives of the tenants. If you are interested in joining the organizing, reach out to Noah!
October Book Club
Pick up your copy of No Shortcuts: Organizing for Power in the New Gilded Age, by Jane M. McAlevey and join us for a discussion on October 19, 2025. Even if you are not able ot read the whole thing, please join us for the conversation.
