Marletta Seats, Edie and Jess Minks and John and LuAnn Klimek are proud
to present an afternoon reception with

U.S. Senator Carl Levin

Democratic Office, 501 N. Red Bud Trial, Buchanan
Saturday, May 10, 2008
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Host $250
Sponsor $125
Guest $25
(Hosts and Sponsors will be listed at the event)

CONTACT: Heather Ricketts at (248) 443-6846 (hricketts@carllevin.com)
RSVP

("RSVP Form" to print – www.southcountydems.com – Bottom of Levin ad)

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Saturday and Sunday
May 31st and June 1st

CWA Local 4123
3530 Douglas Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI  49004

Sign-up at
www.JusticeCaucus.org/campmillie

Tags: Training, local

On Friday, the MDP Executive Committee voted to move the MDP District Convention to Saturday, April 19th. The location and time are still the same.
 
Saturday, April 19th - 10 a.m.
American Legion
402 N Main St.
Galien, MI

St. Patty's Day Party: Great Time, Great Food!

The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party will be the site of the first
big Dem party of the year on Monday, March 17th, St Patrick's Day! A
St. Patrick's Day party has become a regular affair for the Dems and
this party should be the best ever and a great kick-off for the
campaign season.

What: St. Patrick's Day Party - Traditional Irish Corn Beef & Cabbage

Where: 3254 S. Westnedge Ave.

When: Monday, March 17th, 5-8pm

Who: YOU!! and our Democratic friends.

The KCDP will host a fundraiser serving traditional Irish corned beef
and cabbage on Monday, March 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The County
Commissioners have been asked to serve as our "Guest Chefs," so be
prepared with your appropriate compliments for each of them -- or
not. A $10.00 donation will be accepted at the door.

If you have never been to the Dem office this party will be a good
time to check it out and meet old and new friends. All are welcome
and we hope to see you. Where can you expect to get a better
traditional Irish fare?

Please call the KCDP Headquarters at 342-4217, or Cheri Bell at
217-1716 with questions or to RSVP your attendance.

An Old Irish Blessing
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life's passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!

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As part of Neoconservative Awareness Month, WMU College Dems will host the excellent film series, The Power of Nightmares: The Rise of the Politics of Fear, on March 11, 18 and 25. For more information, check out the Western Herald's article.

Tags: WMU

November Third Thursday
7pm Program

Debate Party
at KCDP Headquarters
Punch and Cookies provided
BYOB Beverage

Admission Price
$20-non members (KCDP membership included)
$10-members $5-students

CNN Debate from Las Vegas, NV

Lt. Governor John D. Cherry will join us for the 2007 Brown-Todd-Wolpe Dinner on Saturday, November 17.

With over 20 years of service in the Michigan Legislature as a State Representative, State Senator and Minority Leader, Cherry has received many awards and honors, including recognition from The Detroit News as one of Michigan's Most Effective Legislators. Cherry was recently named the 2005 Conservationist of the Year by the Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC) and elected as Chair of the Great Lakes Commission - the highest ranking Michigan official in history to serve in this capacity. He was recently elected Chair of the National Lieutenant Governor's Association.

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Congressman John Conyers will give the keynote address at the 2007 Brown-Todd-Wolpe Dinner on Saturday, November 17.

Paul H. Todd, Jr. and John Conyers entered the Congress during the same election and began their terms of office together on January 3, 1965. Representative John Conyers, Jr., a Detroit Democrat, was re-elected to the 14th Congressional District in November 2006, to his 21st term in the U.S. House of Representatives. As Chairman of the on Judiciary Committee, Representative Conyers has introduced and endorsed legislation to advance civil liberties, ensure equal protection and access to the voting booth and combat violence against women.

Our 2007 Brown-Todd-Wolpe Dinner is Saturday, November 17th at 6pm at Niko's Landing in Comstock. Address: 5822 King's Highway, Comstock, MI. 49048. Tickets are $45, $80 couples and $360 for a table of 8. This years honoree is Jo Jacobs, a pioneer for Women's Equality here in Michigan. We will also have a Special Guest Speaker. It looks to be a great party, please plan on attending. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow Democrats. You can also buy an ad in our program. Rates are $200 for a full page ad, $150 for a half page ad, or $100 for a quarter page ad. You can also buy a line with your name listed, congratulating this years honoree. Couples $25, Individuals $15.

Please RSVP
342-4217
kzoodemchair@yahoo.com

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Our 2007 Brown-Todd-Wolpe Dinner is Saturday, November 17th at 6pm at Niko's Landing in Comstock. Address: 5822 King's Highway, Comstock, MI. 49048. Tickets are $45, $80 couples and $360 for a table of 8. This years honoree is Jo Jacobs, a pioneer for Women's Equality here in Michigan. We will also have a Special Guest Speaker. It looks to be a great party, please plan on attending. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow Democrats. You can also buy an ad in our program. Rates are $200 for a full page ad, $150 for a half page ad, or $100 for a quarter page ad. You can also buy a line with your name listed, congratulating this years honoree. Couples $25, Individuals $15.

Please RSVP
342-4217
kzoodemchair@yahoo.com

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Reach out to Democrats through out Kalamazoo County. Advertise in the Program. Download the form here.

The Committee to Elect Julie Rogers would like to invite everyone to her 2008 kickoff fundraiser at the home of Kathleen Garland-Rike and Galen Rike (6180 Ashwood Court in Kalamazoo) on Sunday, September 16 from 3-5 PM. Please join us at either the gold level ($100) or silver ($50). Desserts and beverages will be provided. If you cannot attend, please consider sending a donation payable to:
Committee to Elect Julie Rogers
PO Box 20178
Kalamazoo, MI 49019

Join Governor Jennifer M. Granholm
Monday, September 17, 2007
For the Fifth Annual Sweet September

General Reception
5:00 to 6:30 PM
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
The Grand Ball Room
1000 East Beltline NE, Grand Rapids
$100 per person

Host Reception
6:30 to 8:00 PM
At the Home of
Jerry and Elizabeth Lykins
955 Cambridge Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI
$1,000 per person

For more information or to RSVP, please call 517.485.5100

Attn: All Democrats

The Allegan Fair is Sept.7th-15th. We still need some volunteers for the Democratic Party booth at the fair. The hours are 11:00 AM-4:30 PM or 4:30 PM-10:00 PM. If you are available for either shift please contact Linda Reynolds @ reynoldslinda1@aol.com.

We are planning on having a float again this year in the parade. The parade is Saturday, Sept. 8th. The parade forms downtown Allegan. We will all meet in front of the ACDP office @ 327 Hubbard at 9:15. It starts promptly at 10:30 AM. We need candidates and Democrats to walk with the float. If you walked with us last year and still have your ACDP T-shirt please wear them if possible.

Please Join Jon Byrd, George Franklin, Richard Frantz, James Hettinger, State Senator Mark Schauer, Friends and Supporters At a Battle Creek Reception To Honor the Distinguished Service of United States Senator Carl Levin Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Clara's on the River
44 N. McCamly
Battle Creek, Michigan

Click here to RSVP

Host & Sponsor Reception
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Host $500 per person
Sponsor $250 per person

General Reception
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
$50 per person
(All Hosts and Sponsors will be listed at the event.)
To RSVP or for information please contact
Gabrielle Johnson at gjohnson@carllevin.com

Contributions or gifts to Friends of Senator Carl Levin are not tax deductible.
Corporate contributions are not permitted.

South County Democratic Club
Annual Picnic
-- Corn and Sausage Roast --

-- Local sweet corn donated by Lee LaVanway, Market Master of the Benton Harbor Fruit Market.
-- Featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables.
-- "Chef" Johnie Rodebush (Cass County Commissioner) will be preparing his renowned roasted corn.
-- Raffle: Prizes and homemade quilts.
-- Door prizes.

Guest Speaker:
Michigan's Lt. Governor John Cherry
(After speaking, Mr. Cherry will take and answer questions from the audience.)

About Lt. Governor Cherry: Prior to his election to the office of Lieutenant Governor, Cherry had been a member of the Michigan Legislature as a State Representative (1983-1986), State Senator (1987-2002) and Senate Minority Leader. In his current position, Cherry presides over the State Senate, casting votes there in the event of a tie. His sister, Deborah Cherry now holds his senate seat.
Cherry chairs the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education & Economic Growth, with the commission making recommendations on higher education and the need to expand and retain Michigan's job base. He also serves as a gubernatorial appointee to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact. Cherry obtained a bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan in 1973 and a Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Michigan, Flint in 1984. He has earned several awards including being recognized as "one of Michigan's Most Effective Legislators" by The Detroit News and the 2005 Conservationist of the Year by the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Cherry is married to Pamela M. Faris; they have two children and one grandchild.

Join Us at the SCDC Corn and Sausage Roast

Where: Galien American Legion, 402 N. Main Street, Galien MI 49113
When: Saturday August 25, 2007
Time: 3:00 PM to . . . (Roast begins at 4:00 PM)
Tickets: $15 per person

(If weather conditions are not favorable for outside festivities – either rain or just because it is too hot -- we will move inside the Legion hall.)

The Blue Tiger Democrats was started in 2006 by Bill Samuels as a way to show our communities that we are involved with them year round, not just come election time. By engaging in civic services across town, Democrats can make themselves a visible entity in the eyes of society, as we once were during the 1800's through WWII.

That being said; please join us for our first very own Blue Tiger event in Kalamazoo!

On Saturday, August 25, we'll be out building a house in Kalamazoo through Habitat for Humanity. Taking part in this activity will allow you to make invaluable connections with other Democrats in the area, give back to this community, and increase respect and esteem for our Democratic Party as a whole. Due to the unpredictable nature of construction, we may be painting, cleaning up, staining, landscaping, demolition, insulating or other general skill acti! vities. Come dressed in long pants and clothes that can get dirty or painted on. Layers are suggested.

We will meet at the Habitat for Humanity Warehouse at 8:30 am on 1718 Fulford Street in Kalamazoo. Directions can easily be found on Googlemaps or Maquest. From there, we'll carpool to the construction location designated by Habitat. Work will go from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Lunch will(hopefully) be provided.

So save the date! RSVP as soon as possible by emailing samahs@umich.edu with your name, phone number, and how many people you plan to bring along with you.

STABENOW IS COMING TO KALAMAZOO
A KCDP FUNDRAISER WITH OUR SENATOR

The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party is holding our 4th fundraiser of 2007, to get us ready for 2008. The election cycle has started early and we need to be ready to carry Election Day for Democrats.

We will be holding a reception at the Kalamazoo County Party this Wednesday. Special guest U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow will be joining us at the event. Light snacks and refreshments provided.

We are asking $25 per person for the general reception which starts at 5:30pm this Wednesday.

Please RSVP by calling the County Party Hotline at 269.342.4217 and speak with a volunteer or leave a message. OR...send an e-mail to Joshua Brandt at k01jb05@gmail.com

As members of the community, it's important that we let our Leaders know our issues. Please make arrangments to attend this Wednesday.

Join us for a great event with our Senator and fellow Democrats!

WHO:
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and you!

WHERE:
Kalamazoo County Democratic Party HQ
3254 S. Westnedge Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

WHEN:
Wednesday, August 8th
Host reception 5:00pm - 5:30pm ($250/person)
General reception 5:30pm - 6:30pm ($25/person)

Thank you, we look forward to seeing you there!

ALERT:  STABENOW IS COMING TO KALAMAZOO
COME FOR A POTLUCK DINNER WITH OUR SENATOR

The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party is kicking off our fundraising efforts to ensure that we are ready for 2008.  The election cycle has started early and we will need to maximize our infrastructure and volunteers to carry the day for Democrats.

We will be holding a potluck dinner at the Kalamazoo County Party on August 8th.  Special guest U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow will be joining us at the event.

We are asking $250 to be a host of the event and $25 per person for the general reception potluck dinner.

Please RSVP by calling the County Party Hotline at 269.342.4217 and speak with a volunteer or leave a message.  OR...send an e-mail to jbrandt83@gmail.com

Then come to a great event for a potluck dinner with our Senator and fellow Democrats!

WHO:
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and you!

WHERE:
Kalamazoo County Democratic Party HQ
3254 S. Westnedge Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

WHEN:
Wednesday, August 8th
Host reception 5:00pm - 5:30pm ($250/person)
General reception 5:30pm - 6:30pm ($25/person)

ALERT:  STABENOW IS COMING TO KALAMAZOO
COME FOR A POTLUCK DINNER WITH OUR SENATOR

The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party is kicking off our fundraising efforts to ensure that we are ready for 2008.  The election cycle has started early and we will need to maximize our infrastructure and volunteers to carry the day for Democrats.

We will be holding a potluck dinner at the Kalamazoo County Party on August 8th.  Special guest U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow will be joining us at the event.

We are asking $250 to be a host of the event and $25 per person for the general reception potluck dinner.

Please RSVP by calling the County Party Hotline at 269.342.4217 and speak with a volunteer or leave a message.  OR...send an e-mail to jbrandt83@gmail.com

Then come to a great event for a potluck dinner with our Senator and fellow Democrats!

WHO:
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and you!

WHERE:
Kalamazoo County Democratic Party HQ
3254 S. Westnedge Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

WHEN:
Wednesday, August 8th
Host reception 5:00pm - 5:30pm ($250/person)
General reception 5:30pm - 6:30pm ($25/person)

Today at the Radisson Hotel a group called the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance (MTA) will be hosting a "recall boot camp", using hired consultants from Wisconsin to train interested persons in the process to recall elected officials. The MTA is chaired by Leon Drolet. Mr. Drolet was also a leader in the force which brought Proposal 2 - the amendment to Michigan's state constitution and ended affirmation action. His new goal for Michigan - scare our legislators in Lansing who have said they will support the revenue increase created to balance Michigan's budget. The MTA has declared that legislators who vote in favor of the revenue increase should be recalled - and they are going out across Michigan trying to sell their message.

Come today and stand in support of Representative Robert B. Jones as he publicly addresses the MTA about realities of Michigan's budget crisis at the Radisson Hotel at 6:30 p.m. today to demonstrate to the MTA that Kalamazoo and its voters are concerned about keeping Michigan families first. That huge, devastating cuts into education and health care are not acceptable - and that their scare tactics will not prevent us from supporting our legislatures who make responsible choices for Michigan families!

Organize in Protest today against Mr. Drolet and the MTA!
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Downtown Kalamazoo
6:30 p.m.

Join other Democrats, as well as Democratic candidates, in the 4th of July Parade in Schoolcraft. Line up at 10 AM on 14th St. South of Ezell, spot #63. Parade starts at 11 AM. Wear Red, White and Blue. You can bring candy (Representative Jones is donating plenty as well), small flags, and plenty of sunscreen/water. Kids welcome…you may want to bring a small wagon for them.