Events
WHEN: July 16-20
TIME: 11am-11pm (most days)
WHERE: Downtown Olympia Heritage Park
It's that time of the year when the smell of onions frying on the grill beacons you and thousands of others to support our popular Demo Burger Booth. And, back by popular demand is our scrumptious Might D burger. To read about the legend of the Might D, click here.
To find out which shift your favorite candidate(s) is working, visit our Lakefair page.
Time: 2PM-5PM
Web: www.electfredfinn.com
RSVP: Fran Moyer, fran-bob@msn.com
Fred Finn recently won the Democratic nomination for the 35th LD for State Representative on May 10th in Belfair by a greater than two to one margin over his opponent. Fred's activism in the Democratic Party over the years, his vast experience on the important issues of the day:Education, Living Wage Jobs, Environment and Health Care, coupled with his community activism in all those areas made Fred the clear choice of Democrats.
Fred has been endorsed by all legislators in the 23rd LD, 26thLD and Rep. Kathy Haigh and Rep. Bill Eickmeyer in the 35thLD. All the mayors within the 35th LD from Bremerton, Shelton and Olympia have also endorsed Fred. He is the man to get the job done.
In Port Orchard's beautiful McCormick Woods, join Kitsap County Commissioner, Josh Brown as MC at Jim & Joyce Maddock's beautiful home for an old fashioned Chicago-style Sunday picnic. A block party with plenty of food, politicians, and fun.
I would like to invite you to attend the next meeting of my Progressive Advisory Council on Monday, July 21st from 1:30–2:30p.m. in Lacey. Details are provided below.
As we get closer to adjournment of the 110th Congress, we continue working to pass the twelve annual spending measures despite foreseeable challenges. In addition, there are several other important issues expected to be debated, including: expiring tax cuts, inadequate Medicare reimbursement rates, and climbing fuel costs. I welcome you to join me to discuss these issues and others affecting the local community at the next Progressive Advisory Council Meeting.
When: Monday, July 21st, 1:30–2:30 p.m., with time available from 1:00-1:30p.m. to network with others in the progressive community.
Where: Lacey Timberland Library, 500 College Street Southeast, Lacey
Thank you for your consideration. Please R.S.V.P. to Chelsea Orvella at 253.896.3784 or chelsea.orvella@mail.house.gov. Space is limited.
WE INVITE YOU TO A SUMMER BBQ FUNDRAISER
FOR THE
LD22 NATIONAL DELEGATION TO THE
2008 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION
TUMWATER FALLS PARK
JULY 23, 2008 • 5:30 - 7:30 PM
ALL DONATIONS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED EVENLY TO
EACH DELEGATION MEMBER WHO HAS INDICATED A NEED
Our unprecedented delegation includes the following individuals:
For Senator Clinton: Paul Berendt Jim Kaimber Zach Smith Megan Walsch For Senator Obama:
Jim Cooper Stewart Henderson Debby Pattin Denny Heck Natalie Stevens James Yee
WHERE: at the home of Nina Carter and tom Rainey, 1128 Canning Ct. SW, Olympia
RSVP: Karen Veldheer: karenveldheer@mac.com or 360-528-0970
For over 12 years, Sandra has served and supported our county and it is out time to support her. Help us elect an environmental champion to our county commission. If you are unable to attend, please consider donating online at www.sandraromero.com.
Suggested donations: Great Blue Heron: $250; Red Tailed Hawk: $100; Northern Flicker: $75; Chickadee: $50
Please join us in a reception in support of Carol Murphy for Superior Court Judge
WHEN: Friday, July 25th, 5pm-6:30pm
WHERE: At the home of Bill and Kathleen Collins, 3905 Lakehills Dr SE, Olympia
Hosted by:Mary Ellen & Jim Jones, Toni & Cameron Hood, Marnie Hart, and Anne Egeler & Steve Loague
RSVP: loagler2@comcast.net, or just come join us!
If you're unable to attend, please support Carol at
www.carolmurphyforjudge.com.
WHERE: Fertile Ground Guest House, 311 9th St., right behind the Olympia Library
Live music with Michael Shohan and Dennis Shain.
All you can eat pizza....sliding scale $10 - 30, suggested donation.
Talk about moving from a war economy to a peace economy and other ideas.
Please join Al Carter, Tom Casey, Bill & Jenny Goeres, Jay & Susan Gordon, Gilbert & Roberta Myers and the Grays Hrbor Democrats for a day on the farm with Gov. Chris Gregoire!
Hot air baloon rides, visit an historic dairy farm, picnic style dinner. Bring the whole family and have fun on the farm!
WHERE: Gordon Farms, 5166 State Rt 12, Elma, WA 98541
RSVP: Dayna Lurie at dlurie@chrisgregoire.com or call (206) 382-2008 or go online at www.chrisgregoire.com/events/gordonfarms
Supporter: $50
Host: $250
Sponsor: $500
WHERE: Tumwater Falls Park
Food, Music and Beverages. This is a great opportuty to visit with friends, both old and new!
WHERE: Thurston County Courthouse, Bldg. 1 Room 152
The LD 22 Quarterly meeting will be held in conjunction with the Thurston Count Democrats' Membership meeting.
Where: Thurston County Courthouse Bldg, 1, Room 152
This is our monthly business meeting where PCOs, Proxies, and members can vote on resolutions, budget, and other items. Not a member or PCO? To apply for a PCO position, submit a PCO Application. Want to become a TCD member? Fill out the membership form and send in your payment (or pay with credit card) today
Lt. Governor Brad Owen, State Treasurer Mike Murphy, Representative Sam Hunt, Representative Brendan Williams, Sheriff Dan Kimball, Denny Heck, & Councilmember's Craig Ottavelli, Ed Stanley and Judy Hoefling
Invite you to a party to support the Re-Election of Thurston County Commissioner Cathy Wolfe Enjoy food, beverages & company on July 29, 2008 5:00 to 7:00 PM At the home of Dean and Sharon Foster 1314 Eskridge Blvd. SE, Olympia, WA Donations graciously accepted.
www.ElectCathyWolfe.com
You're invited to speak up for quality, affordable health care at The Washington Health Care Caucus!
Health care costs are skyrocketing and every day an uninsured Washington resident dies because of lack of insurance and proper medical care. It's time to reform our broken health care system to give us all the peace of mind we deserve.
The Washington Health Care Caucus is a series of seven townhall meetings throughout Washington state to provide Washingtonians the opportunity to speak up for what we deserve in our health care system and learn about options for reform. The Washington Health Care Caucus is being organized by the Healthy Washington Coalition, a coalition of over 90 labor unions, community organizations, health care providers, and businesses working for quality, affordable health care for everyone.
The Washington Health Care Caucus
Speak Up for Quality, Affordable Health Care
Presented by: The Healthy Washington Coalition
| Spokane :: Tuesday, July 29 6:30-8:30 PM First Presbyterian Church 318 S. Cedar St |
Bellevue :: Tuesday, August 12 6:30-8:30 PM Temple Bnai Torah 15727 NE 4th St |
| Everett :: Tuesday, September 9 6:30-8:30 PM Everett Station, Weyerhauser Room 3201 Smith Avenue |
Vancouver :: Tuesday, September 23 6:30-8:30 PM Clark PUD Community Room 1200 Fort Vancouver Way |
TRUDY AND DAVE RIBACCHI INVITE YOU TO THEIR HOME TO ATTEND A COMMUNITY MEET AND GREET
here: 2030 Seaton Court SE, Lacey
Tel. 455-8830
Hosted by The Ribacchi’s and Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller, Chairman
PO Box 2884, Olympia, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
Come as you are and
join us for dessert
and talk
WHERE: at the home of Dan Decker, 1001 26th Ave, NE, Olympia,
WEB: www.cristforcongress.us
An Evening with the Peace Candidate at the home of Dan Decker, 1001 26th Ave, NE, Olympia
Grilled salmon, wine and cheese. Contact Dan at 357-7075
Sue Ponsteen and Steve Lindstrom Invite You to Attend a RECEPTION for Thurston County Superior Court Judge Candidate Charles Williams
Where: Hawks Prairie Golf Club, 8345 Camano Loop NE
Directions: North from I-5 on Marvin, right onto Willamette, left onto Vashon, right onto Camano Loop NE
Tel. 456-0346
Please take this opportunity to visit with the candidate and your friends and colleagues.
Co-Hosted by
Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller, Chairman
PO Box 2884, Olympia, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
WHERE: Vancouver Community Library Main Branch, 1007 East Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, Washington
INFO: 360-754-7631
WEB: www.cristforcongress.us
Join us for an evening of food, phone banking, fundraising, and fun! It's easy! Just show up with your cell phone and we'll walk you through the rest. Dinner and snacks provided.
WHERE: Tenino High School Library, 500 W. 2nd Ave., Tenino, WA 98589
WEB: www.Jim-Cutler.com
RSVP:Jessica Boad 360-870-7437 jlboard@yahoo.com
Lawyer John J. Sinclair Invites You to Attend a RECEPTION for Thurston County Superior Court Judge Candidate Charles Williams
Where: The Law Offices of John J. Sinclair, 1226 State Avenue NE, Olympia
Please take this opportunity to visit with the candidate and your friends and colleagues.
Co-Hosted by
Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller, Chairman
PO Box 2884, Olympia, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
WHERE: at the home of Glen Anderson, 5015 15th Ave SE, Lacey
Light refreshments and lively conversation. Contact Glen at 491-9093
WHERE: Tenino Town Hall, 149 Hodgden Street South, Tenino
WHEN: noon-12:45pm
Congressman Brian Baird Seeks Input for Upcoming Transportation Bill
Washington, D.C.— With the massive transportation bill up for renewal next year, Congressman Brian Baird will be hosting two roundtable discussions with community leaders, civic groups, state officials, and local citizens to discuss the top transportation issues facing Southwest Washington, and the possible solutions to them. As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Baird will play a key role in crafting the legislation.
LOCATION: Knox Administration Center
1113 Legion Way SE
Olympia, WA 98501
What do ordinary people think about the functionality of the new primary system? Do they think it provides an adequate sounding board for their political voice? Find out what people really think of the new Washington State Top-Two Primary at the upcoming Sandra Romero forum, Time to Vote, from 5 to 6 pm on August 12 in the front lounge of the Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters, 4211 Pacific Avenue in Lacey. This forum will deal with questions voters have about the new primary system, what people see on their ballots, and how it will affect the commissioner's race in both the primary and general elections.
For more information, contact Sandra Romero at 357-8131.
Please join me for neighborhood conversations on the following topics and dates from 5-6pm at the Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters, 4211 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey Time to Vote - August 12 (your view on ballot issues)
WEB: www.sandraromero.com
You're invited to speak up for quality, affordable health care at The Washington Health Care Caucus!
Health care costs are skyrocketing and every day an uninsured Washington resident dies because of lack of insurance and proper medical care. It's time to reform our broken health care system to give us all the peace of mind we deserve.
The Washington Health Care Caucus is a series of seven townhall meetings throughout Washington state to provide Washingtonians the opportunity to speak up for what we deserve in our health care system and learn about options for reform. The Washington Health Care Caucus is being organized by the Healthy Washington Coalition, a coalition of over 90 labor unions, community organizations, health care providers, and businesses working for quality, affordable health care for everyone.
The Washington Health Care Caucus
Speak Up for Quality, Affordable Health Care
Presented by: The Healthy Washington Coalition
| Bellevue :: Tuesday, August 12 6:30-8:30 PM Temple Bnai Torah 15727 NE 4th St |
| Everett :: Tuesday, September 9 6:30-8:30 PM Everett Station, Weyerhauser Room 3201 Smith Avenue |
| Vancouver :: Tuesday, September 23 6:30-8:30 PM Clark PUD Community Room 1200 Fort Vancouver Way |
All day we are trying to get 133 volunteers across the state to contact voters (either do phone calls or go doorbelling) so we can reach at least the number of voters we won by in 2004.
We will be phonebanking all day and doorbelling starting at 5pm, contact the campaign office at 360-754-1270 to sign up for a shift!
It’s A Summer FUNdraiser For Our Favorite County Commission District 2 Candidate,andra Romero!!!
Mark Foutch and Janet Charles invite YOU to their historic home, the Lybarger House in Olympia’s Eastside Neighborhood
WHERE: 1056 Boundary St., SE.
RSVP: PLEASE tell us you’re coming by Tuesday, Aug. 12! Phone 360-943-2106 or Email mfoutch@juno.com
Meet Sandra and enjoy light refreshments, great company, the latest political talk, and the interesting old house and grounds.
Highlights:
***Eat dessert first! Summertime treats galore!
***Taste the “Magnum Open” as a huge prize from the 2003 Jefferson-Jackson auction is uncorked!
***Wine and cheese, fruit and veggies!
We’re located between 10th and 11th Avenues, SE, above Eastside Street, just across from St. Michael’s Church.
Two shifts: 9:30am-2pm or 2pm-6pm
The Governor will be kicking us off to do some doorbelling for the morning shift, be here promptly at 9:30 so you can get a chance to say hello and get some tasty breakfast goodies! She won't be able to make it to the afternoon shift but if 2pm works better for you, we have lots of voters to contact
All events will be at the Thurston County Democrats office 2120 Pacific Ave. Olympia, WA 98506
Veronica Marohn
Field Organizer
The People for Chris Gregoire
360.701.1837 cell
www.chrisgregoire.com
Doorbelling 12pm-4pm, 4pm-7pm
Phone calls 12pm-3pm and 5pm-8pm
Only two days until ballots are due and we will need to remind all those voters who haven't yet gotten in their ballots to mail them in!!! Please come help us out!
All events will be at the Thurston County Democrats office 2120 Pacific Ave. Olympia, WA 98506
Veronica Marohn
Field Organizer
The People for Chris Gregoire
360.701.1837 cell
www.chrisgregoire.com
LOCATION: Olympia Armory
515 Eastside Street SE
Olympia, WA 98501
Turn those ballots in today!
I appreciate everyone who has done anything for this campaign. Whether it is being a human billboard waving to cars or just talking up this peace-oriented campaign. We will celebrate whatever number of votes we get on election night.
When: Election night, Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Where: Plenty Restaurant, corner of 4th and Columbia in Olympia
Who: Anyone who has done anything to advance this campaign
Why: Because it is good to get together, to be happy together, to move forward together
Finger foods and non-alcoholic beverages provided. Dinner, beer and wine available to order from Plenty. We'll be monitoring the election returns and cheering (or groaning), and celebrating!
