MEMORANDUM

TO:                  Interested Parties 
                        FROM:            Michigan Democratic Party
                        DATE:             July 8, 2008
                        SUBJECT:       Update of Democratic Fundraising & Events Calendar

2008

FUNDRAISING & EVENTS CALENDAR

FOR MICHIGAN DEMOCRATS

NOTE:  Please notify us immediately if there is any cancellation of events appearing on this Fundraising & Events Calendar

JULY

Wednesday, 7-9-08

The Allegan County Democratic Party is hosting their annual summer "Picnic in the Park" Fundraiser at the Westside County Park, 2152 Lakeshore Drive—5 miles south of Saugatuck, MI on beautiful Lake Michigan.  Guest Speaker to be announced.  Please bring a dish to pass and your own beverage.

            CONTACT:  Linda Reynolds, 269/694-6523 for additional information

 

Saturday and Sunday, 7-12 & 13-08

The Justice Caucus, Michigan's Democratic Progressive Caucus, is hosting Camp Millie at the Jackson Democratic Headquarters, 218 Mechanic Street, Jackson, MI.  Camp Millie is a 2-day training program designed to provide the tools for effective progressive political action in your community.  The faculty of experienced political organizers will share information that grassroots activists, campaign managers and

candidates must know to succeed.  Subjects include Framing your Issues and Message Development;

Volunteer Recruitment; Democratic Party Structure and the Importance of the Precinct Delegate; Techniques and Strategies to Get-Out-The-Vote; Door-to-Door Canvassing; Phone Banking; Fundraising and Campaign Finance Law Compliance.  Sessions will include practice exercises so you can hone your new skills.  Camp Millie is named in honor of our late Justice Caucus Board Member, Millie Jeffrey.  In her 93 years, Millie was a champion of social and economic justice for workers, women and minorities.  Co-founder of the National Women's Political Caucus and revered by progressive activists nationwide, Millie received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Bill Clinton in 2000.

           Saturday, July 12th

           8:00 a.m., Registration  /  8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Program

          Sunday, July 13th

           9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

           DONATION:  $35.00 per Student (Includes training materials and box lunches on Saturday and Sunday)

           CONTACT:  Fran Brennan, 734/330-5225, for additional information or

                                                          www.JusticeCaucus.org/campmillie for location information, maps,

                                                          and event updates as necessary

 

Monday, 7-14-08

Team Byrum is hosting a "Re-Election Campaign" Fundraiser for State Rep. Barb Byrum at Buddies Grill, 2040 Aurelius Road, Holt, MI.  Please make non-corporate checks payable to:  Barb Byrum for State Representative and mail to:  P.O. Box 27344, Lansing, MI  48909.

            TIME:  5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

            DONATION:  $50.00 per person (Suggested)—all donations are greatly appreciated and helpful

            CONTACT:  517/999-BARB (2272)

 

Tuesday, 7-15-08

A Fundraiser is being held for Dan Scripps, candidate for State Representative—House District 101, at Dublin Square Pub, 327 Abbott Road, East Lansing, MI.  This is the most closely watched House District in the state with a historic chance to flip the district to Democratic for the first time!  Special Guest Speaker is Andy Dillon, Speaker of the House.  Please make checks payable to:  Committee to Elect Dan Scripps and mail to:  P.O. Box 885, Northport, MI  49670.

            TIME:  5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

            DONATION:  $50.00 per Guest  /  $250.00 per Host

            CONTACT:  Julielyn Gibbons, 517/614-7308 or julielyngibbons@gmail.com to

          RSVP or for additional information

 

Wednesday, 7-16-08

The Ingham County Democratic Party is hosting their "Annual Picnic" Fundraiser at Hawk Island Park, Peregrine Shelter, 1601 E. Cavanaugh Road (between Aurelius and Pennsylvania Avenue)—there is a traffic light by the entrance—Lansing, MI.  This picnic replaces the regular Executive Board Meeting.  Hot Dogs will be provided.  Games for the children!

            TIME:  5:00 p.m.  /  6:30 p.m., Children's Games

            DONATION:  $10.00 per person plus a Dish to Pass  /  $15.00 per person without a Dish to Pass

                                    $15.00 per family plus a Dish to Pass  /  $20.00 per family without a Dish to Pass

            CONTACT:  Ingham County Democratic Party, 517/337-0027

 

Thursday, 7-17-08

Isaac Robinson is hosting a "Fundraiser" for Al BJ Williams, candidate for State Representative—House District 7, at the home of Dia Pearce of 'Unite Here', 1425 6th Street, Detroit, MI.  This is a candidate who will stand up for social justice, equality and workers' rights.  Guest Speaker is Bill Black of the Teamsters.

            TIME:  5:30 p.m.

            DONATION:  $20.00 per person (in advance)  /  $30.00 per person (at the door)

                                    $100.00 Ice Cold Sponsor  /  $500.00 Rock Star

            CONTACT:  313/600-6720

 

Friday, 7-18-08

State Senator Ray Basham is hosting his "4th Annual Trap Shoot" Fundraiser at Wayne County Sportsman's Club, 18102 S. Inkster Road, Romulus, MI.  Steak Dinner – Commemorative Photo – Ammunition – Award for Top Individual & Team Scores!!

            TIME:  Flight Times are:  11:00 a.m.  /  12:00 Noon  /  1:00 p.m.  /  2:00 p.m.  /3:00 p.m.

            DONATION:  $  50.00 per person (includes dinner only)

                                    $125.00 per person (includes trap shoot and dinner)

                                    $150.00 Sponsorship Sign

                                    $400.00 Silver Sponsorship (includes large sign and 2 participants)

                                    $500.00 Gold Sponsorship (includes large sign and 3 participants)

                                    $700.00 Platinum Sponsorship (includes large sign and 5 participants)

                                    CONTACT:  734/946-5202 for additional information

Saturday, 7-19-08

The Gladwin County Democratic Party is hosting their "4th Annual Pig Roast" Fundraiser at the Ross Lake Park, Beaverton, MI—on M-18 just north of the bridge in Beaverton, MI.  Our major fundraiser of the year featuring:  Pulled Pork (barbequed on-site) – Live Music – Plenty of Great Company – Lots of Recreational Opportunities for families of all ages!  We want to get out the message that only Democratic elected officials can change the political landscape in any positive and meaningful way.
TIME:  1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
DONATION:  $10.00 Adults  /  $25.00 Family (1 or 2 Adults and all Minor Children)
$50.00 Gold Ticket
Same as the Family ticket except it is intended for people who want to make a bigger difference. 
As the ticket explains:  I want to make an extra contribution to the Party.
As a Democrat, I know that my extra contribution brings extra satisfaction, not extra privileges.

            CONTACT:  Bob Frei, 989/435-3598

Monday, 7-21-08

AUGUST

Friday, 8-1-08

State Senator John J. Gleason is hosting his "6th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot and Luncheon" Fundraiser at Genesee Sportsman Club, 8208 N. Seymour Road, Flushing, MI.  Cash Prizes for the Top 3 Shooters  -  Door Prizes to be raffled off!  Sponsorships are available.  Please make non-corporate checks payable to:  Citizens for John J. Gleason and mail to:  4806 Westvale Circle, Lansing, MI  48917.

            TIME:  9:00 a.m., Registration  /  10:00 a.m., Shotgun Start

            DONATION:  $150.00 per Shooter  /  $900.00 per Team of 6

            CONTACT:  Please RSVP no later than July 25, 2008 to 517/420-1982 or for additional information

Saturday, 8-9-08

The Ottawa County Democratic Party is hosting a "Dog and Suds" Fundraiser at the home of Joan Deters, 15945 Fillmore Street, West Olive, MI.  Come and enjoy Food – Drink – Music – and Great Political Discussions and Campfire at this outdoor event.

            TIME:  4:00 p.m.

            DONATION:  $10.00 per person (Suggested)

            CONTACT:  Liddy Olszewski, 616/494-0257

Saturday, 8-16-08

The Mecosta County Democratic Party is hosting a "Picnic" at the Northend Riverside Park (north end of Fourth Avenue), Big Rapids, MI.  Share good food and drink and come prepared to talk a lot of politics!

            TIME:  1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

            CONTACT:  Pat Tobin, 231/796-3110

Wednesday, 8-20-08

The Community Democratic Club is hosting a "Family Picnic and Ice Cream Social" at UAW Local 735, 48055 E. Michigan Avenue, Canton, MI.  Food – Fun – Prizes Children's Games and Face Painting!!

            TIME:  5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

            DONATION:  Free

            CONTACT:  Becky, 734/398-5845 for additional information

Sunday, 8-24-08

The Michigan Indo-American Democratic Caucus, Bangladeshi-American Democratic Caucus and other Asian communities will be hosting a "Asian Pacific for Gary Peters" Fundraiser at the Troy Community Center (Room 333), 3179 Livernois, Troy, MI. 

            TIME:  2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

            DONATION:  $250.00 per person

            CONTACT:  Ramesh Verma, 248/348-1766

Monday thru Thursday, 8/25-28/08

The Democratic National Convention is being held in Denver, CO.

SEPTEMBER

Saturday, 9-6-08

The Democratic State Convention and State Central Committee Meeting is being held at the Lansing Center, Lansing, MI.  A Program Ad Book will be available.

            CONTACT:  517/371-5410

            Further Details TBA

Thursday, 9-25-08

The Eaton County Democratic Party is hosting their "Annual 'Democrats in Action' Dinner" Fundraiser at the Grand Ledge Country Club, 5811 E. St. Joseph Highway, Grand Ledge, MI.  Table sponsorships and video ads are available again!  Please have ticket requests and ad reservations in early.  Tickets will be held at the door.  Please make checks payable to:  Eaton County Democratic Party and mail to:  Howard Pizzo, Assistant Treasurer, 1027 Red Cliffe, Lansing, MI  48917.

                        Electronic Ads – (Must be received by September 15th)

                        (Ads will repeat several times during the evening!)

                        $50.00 – 5 Pictures

                        $95.00 – 10 Pictures

                        Contact Liana Bennett at lianabennett@comcast.net, Subject Line:  ECDP Electronic

                        Program Ad or 517/490-8546

                       TIME:  6:00 p.m., Social Hour  /  7:00 p.m., Dinner

                       DONATION:  $40.00 per person  /  $25.00 Seniors (62 +) and Students

                       $300.00 Table Sponsor (Sponsors will be featured in our video presentation and listed on our Program)
                       CONTACT:  Jacky Tennis, 517/881-5915 for additional information

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To confirm or correct any information, please call Joanne C. Warman at the Michigan Democratic Party, 517/371-5410.  To add any information, please Fax to 517/371-2056 or mail the information (description of event, date, time, place, donation amount, contact name and number, etc.) to the Michigan Democratic Party, 606 Townsend, Lansing, MI  48933, Attention:  Joanne.  Thank you.