The Leicester Cluster is a community of local Democrats and left-leaning neighbors within the Buncombe County Democratic Party in North Carolina. Covering six precincts (52.1, 53.1, 63.1, 68.1, 681, and 69.1), we are passionate about building connections, amplifying local voices, and making a positive impact together.
Join us and make a difference in our community.
Leslie Tighe, Cluster Leader
Email | Text: (828) 230-3317
CLUSTER EVENTS
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April Speaker Series & Meeting
April 28
6:30-8:00 pm
Leicester Library
Join us for an evening focused on understanding the stakes, the structure, and the strategy behind North Carolina’s judicial races. Featuring Jean Marie Christy and Smitty Dotson-Smith, this speaker series will break down why these roles matter, how judicial elections work, and what’s on the line for our communities. -
Drinks with Dems
May 13
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Noble Cider Taproom | New Leicester HighwayJoin us for cider (warm or cold, N/A or alcoholic), community, and great conversations. This is a chance for the community to gather and discuss what is happening and how we are moving forward.
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Leicester Fest '26
June 6
3:00 - 7:00 pm
Leicester Community CenterOur annual get-together is back and better than ever. Join us for an afternoon of music, food, and family-friendly fun while supporting the Leicester Community Center and local nonprofits.
Hear from Democratic candidates, connect with neighbors, and start building momentum for 2026 together.
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Adopt-A-Highway
New Leicester Highway
The Leicester Democrats are the proud sponsor of the 2-mile stretch of New Leicester Highway that begins at the intersection of Newfound Road and ends at the Goughes Branch intersection.