Local 117 hosts events throughout the year designed to promote union solidarity, workers' rights, and community action. For years, Local 117 has organized steward trainings, educational seminars, and an annual blood drive. 

To learn more about upcoming events at your Local Union, view a calendar of Local 117 events.  If you have questions about the events listed above, contact your Business Representative.

Stories on recent Local 117 events:

• Safeway Azteca wins Local 117 soccer tournament (9/26/12)
• DOC members call on elected officials to do more (9/6/12)
• Community rallies in support of striking workers (7/18/12)
• Teamsters march for good jobs at Sea-Tac airport (5/4/12)
• Stewards build power, solidarity at annual seminar (3/13/12)
• Port truckers rally for safety and fairness (2/13/12)
• Local 117 commemorates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1/19/12)
• Teamsters rally for change in Olympia - Special Session begins (11/29/11)
• Rally for good jobs - Montlake Bridge (11/16/11)