Events
Goodwin House Closed for Veterans Day
The Wake Democratic Men's Club (WDMC) holds its regular dinner meeting on the second Monday of every month (except July and December) at the Clarion Hotel, 320 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, one block west of Goodwin House.
WDMC will hold its regular dinner meeting on Monday, November 12, 2007 at the Clarion Hotel, 320 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, one block west of Goodwin House.
to talk about the Valentine's Day fundraising event
The Technology Committee will meet with the Communications committee to discuss the Wakedems.org web site, computer requirements for the county office, and other technology topics.
For more information, please contact John Shaw, committee chair at 919-882-8766 or john@jashaw.com.
We had a very successful Spring Kick Off, followed by our End of Summer party, and now it’s almost time for our Fall Fundraiser Reception.
Join us on Thursday, November 15th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM for our Fall Reception at the Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St. in Raleigh. This will be the last major fundraiser of 2007, so your very generous support is needed for a strong finish to the year and a powerful beginning to 2008.
Please consider sponsoring this event at the $100 Bronze, $250 Silver, $500 Gold, or $1000 Platinum level. Suggested admission is $25.
Unclaimed Cash for the Holidays? Representative Ty Harrell (Dist. 41) will be assisting Wake County residents interested in locating unclaimed cash from the state from 9:00am-11:00am on Saturday, November 17th, at the Starbucks at Stonehenge Market, 7498 Creedmoor Rd. in Raleigh and on Sunday, November 18th, from 2pm until 4 pm at the Panera Bread at Preston Walk, 1065 Darrington Drive in Cary. Learn more about Rep. Harrell at www.votetyharrell.com.
Common Cause North Carolina invites you to join us on November 17th as we celebrate our democracy. The day begins with two great workshops- one dealing with young voter views of our democracy and another looking at the role of money in politics. An awards luncheon with keynote speaker Congressman Walter Jones, Jr. will follow.
*Feature workshop- SHOULD NC ALLOW PUBLIC FINANCING FOR LOCAL ELECTIONS?
In 2006, our campaign contacted over 10,000 voters right at their doorstep. In 2008, our goal is 25,000 voters. We need to canvass early and often to persuade swing voters to vote for Ed Ridpath and energize Democrats to come out and vote for all the Democrats.
Training and pairing up with experienced canvassers is provided for new volunteers.
Other Democratic Candidates are welcome to join us and provide literature.
Join a real grassroots effort that will make a difference in 2008!
Cameron Village Library in the upstairs meeting room, Raleigh.
Now the 2007 elections are over, need to focus on 2008. Next year, the Precinct meetings will be held on March 11, and much work is needed in preparation. All are welcome to attend. Contact Blaise Strenn for more info – votefordems@earthlink.net or 919-931-0198
Goodwin House Closed for Thanksgiving
Goodwin House Closed for Thanksgiving
Speaker to be determined.
Place: Wake County Democratic Party Headquarters
220 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh
Please bring a covered dish, chips, or soda etc.
The Democratic Women of Wake County club meets on the last Thursday of the month with the exceptions of June, July and December. To find out more about the topic of this month's program and featured speakers, please click this link: DWWC Programs
TIME: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Thursday evening, November 29, 5:30 to 7:30 pm Supporters of Jack Nichols are hosting a fund raising reception to kick-off his campaign for NC Senate District 16. The celebration will be at the home of Richard Hall, 208 St. Mary's Street, Raleigh (the circa 1931 stone church that Richard is renovating as his personal residence). Come to hear about Jack's vision for NC and his leadership on Education, the Environment and Economic Opportunity. Co-Hosts $1000, Sponsors $500, Patrons $250, Guests $100. RSVP and more information -- call 919.395.5412 or email RSVP@JackNichols.org
Cost of Lunch $25.
Please RSVP by Tue 11/27 to Nick Byrne, 919-833-8288 or Nick@cowellfortreasurer.com
http://www.cowellfortreasurer.com
The DWWC Board of Officers meets the first Monday of each month from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Location: The Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603
The CEC Meeting currently set for November 27th is rescheduled for Dec 4th. It is being held at the Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Dr., Raleigh NC.
Agenda: To elect a new Treasurer for the Wake County Democratic Party.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please find a proxy to attend on your behalf.
If you have any questions, please contact me.
Michelle Lewis, Executive Director
Wake County Democratic Party
(919) 828-5656
admin@wakedems.org
There will be a fundraiser for Commissioner Lindy Brown held at the Goodwin House on Dec. 6th from 5:30 - 7:30. Come out and help Lindy celebrate a successful year as Commissioner.
Come help plan the Raleigh campaign to raise awareness and support for Dennis Kucinich. We'll discuss strategies to promote Kucinich at venues and local events, to get media attention and coverage, and to raise funds for the campaign. Everyone's ideas and unique strengths are needed to boost the campaign at this exciting point in the election race.
Join this fast-growing movement to support change in this country toward truly universal health care, restored global relations, and a healthy economy.
RSVP link:
http://denniskucinich.meetup.com/324/calendar/6747576/
Saturday: December 8th – PDNC Annual Meeting
Many Issues, Many Voices, One Movement: Responding to the times as
an interconnected, multi-ethnic, progressive movement in NC
(Or what to do when representative democracy isn’t representing the people...)
8:30: Registration $20 in advance or $15 student or low income (includes lunch); $25 at the door (lunch not guaranteed)
9:30: Welcome and presentation of final agenda
9:50: Forum: Movement Leaders in Dialogue: Advancing the People’s Common Agenda in the face of an Unresponsive State Legislature
DNC's Faith in Action Initiative
Under the leadership of Chairman Dean the DNC's Faith in Action Initiative has worked to strengthen and build relationships with members of the faith community through regular outreach based on our shared values and priorities. These efforts include national, state and Wake Co. level outreach to diverse faiths in coordination with the DNC's 50 State Partnership program.
Please come and join us on Dec. 10th. at 6:00 to help expand the Faith in Action Initiative in Wake County.
Please join fellow supporters and democratic legislators as we get ready for 2008!
State Party headquarters, 220 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh
Our annual Holiday Reception will be held on Tuesday, December 11th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. If you would like to attend, please contact Sallie Leslie at sleslie@ncdp.org or by dialing 919-821-2777, extension 205.
