The Democratic Party of Carbon County will hold a petition-signing get-together from 6-8 p.m. Thursdayat the New Columbus Fire Company in Nesquehoning.

Billy O'Gurek, party chairman, said this is an opportunity for people seeking public office to meet registered Democrats and have their petitions signed. To get a name on the ballot, a candidate is required to secure a predetermined number of signatures from registered party members within the jurisdiction in which they are seeking office.Candidates for county offices will be present for the event, as will people seeking offices in boroughs, townships and school districts.Refreshments will be served.For more information, candidates and registered Democrats can contact O'Gurek at 570-527-6693 or

bog1@ptd.net.