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  • Saturday, April 19, 2008

    MICHIGAN FOCUS: Groups and Events

    Here are some events and groups in Michigan:

    Lansing: Michigan Equality Old Town Spring Clean Up!
    April 28, 2008
    10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m
    511 E. Grand River Avenue
    Lansing, MI
    48906

    Description: On April 8, 2008, two men spray painted threatening anti-gay graffiti messages on buildings throughout Lansing's Old Town District. Michigan Equality's offices are located in Old Town and we have a strong commitment to this community and the people who live here.

    Old Town Lansing is a vibrant, diverse community filled with restaurants, shops, art galleries, nonprofit organizations and private homes. Michigan Equality is proud to be part of the revitalization of this historic part of our capital city and we ask that you help us help Old Town by coming together on April 28, 2008 for a Spring Clean Up event from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

    If you can attend the Spring Clean Up, please RSVP (jpowers155_at_gmail.com) and we'll coordinate a meet-up at the Michigan Equality offices and provide t-shirts for the first 25 volunteers.

    Giant Rummage Sale
    Democrats of West Oakland County
    Saturday, May 3, 9 am to 4 pm.
    Location: 28525 Beck Road, Wixom MI 48393

    Where? Crossroads Business Center, on Beck Road, in Wixom. One-half mile north of I-96........use Beck Rd exit off I-96. Or if driving from Wixom City....one mile south of Pontiac Trail. You can't miss the site -- signs all over. Indoors. Includes bake sale.

    The night before, Friday night, we will be setting up, from 4 to 8. Good time to drop off your treasures. Or bring them over on Saturday. We will be pleased to pick up treasures at your location. For details call 248-624-4753.

    Think of all the good things you are storing away and not using. Are you saving them for a good & noble cause? Hooray!! Eureka!! We are that good & noble cause. Share your treasures with us.

    Please join us. Visit, shop, snack, and share your treasures with other nice people.
    Contact: Flo Smith, phone 248-624-4753, email flos_at_cavtel.net

    The Allegan and Ottawa County Democratic Parties are hosting a "Cinco de Mayo Fiesta" Fundraiser Saturday, 5-3-08, at Tres Lobos Grill & Bar, 381 Douglas Avenue, Holland, MI. A Silent Auction will be held to benefit both counties. Guest Speaker to be announced.
    TIME: 6:00 p.m., Happy Hour with Cash Bar / 7:00 p.m., Dinner
    DONATION: $30.00 per person / $15.00 per Student
    CONTACT: Linda Reynolds, 269/694-6523, for tickets or additional information

    The Gladwin County Democratic Party is hosting their "4th Annual Pig Roast" Fundraiser Saturday, 7-19-08, 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.
    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

    Democracy For America Training Academy in Lansing, MI
    Saturday June 7th through Sunday June 8th
    9am-6pm each day.

    You have the power, now learn the skills! The Democracy for America Training Academy is coming to Lansing, MI for two days of exciting campaign training.

    How many votes will it take to win in November? How do you find the perfect message and get it out to voters in your district? How will you raise enough money to pay for it all?

    The DFA Training Academy will help you answer these questions and more.

    At the DFA Training Academy, top campaign consultants with decades of experience give you the skills to run a winning campaign. Topics include: field planning, voter contact, fundraising, communications, volunteer recruitment and more.

    Attendees will also get to hear directly from some of the most exciting 2008 candidates in their area and get a copy of the DFA Training Manual packed with over 180 pages of winning campaign info.

    Refreshments will be provided throughout the day and a social event will be organized Saturday evening so you can mingle and network with other activists in your area.

    The training will run from 9am to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you plan on attending this training and have specific questions, call our Training Department hotline at DFA at 802-651-3200 Ext. 191.

    If you are a candidate running for office and plan on attending, please email us at training(at)democracyforamerica.com and let us know.

    For more info on the DFA Training Academy visit: www.democracyforamerica.com/training

    Monthly Berkley Democratic Club Meeting:
    Generally meets on Thursdays from 7pm to 8:30pm and all club meetings are open to the public. Bring your topics, ideas, and opinions to share and interact with other like-minded individuals!

    All meetings are held at Anderson Middle School, 3205 Catalpa, Berkley, Michigan in the Media Center. We welcome you to join us!

    Contact: http://www.berkleydems.org or info_at_berkleydems.org

    Pontiac Democratic Club
    Third Saturday of Every Month
    Starting at 10:00am
    Pontiac City Hall
    47450 Woodward Ave., Pontiac

    Phone: 248-338-7765

    Monthly Flint, MI Progressive Caucus Meeting
    2nd Tuesday of every month, 6:30:00 PM
    Asbury United Methodist Church, Flint

    Mid-Michigan DFA Monthly Meeting
    First Wed of each month, 7:00 PM
    SEIU Local
    1026 E. Michigan Avenue
    Lansing, MI 48933
    Phone Number: 517-482-1737

    Farmington Hills Club Meeting
    Farmington / Farmington Hills Democratic Club
    Third Wednesday of Every Month
    Starting at 7:30pm
    Web: http://www.ffhdc.org
    Phone: 248-615-9119
    Location: Varies...call or check out website for more info.

    Pontiac Democratic Club
    Third Saturday of Every Month
    Starting at 10:00am
    Pontiac City Hall
    47450 Woodward Ave., Pontiac
    Phone: 248-338-7765
    Location: Pontiac City Hall, 47450 Woodward Ave., Pontiac


    And for those who want to combine socializing with politics, here are some Michigan Drinking Liberally groups:

    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    * Second and fourth Thursday of each month, 7pm
    * Leopold Bros., 523 S Main St (between Packard and Madison by RR tracks)
    * Hosted by Jenay Karlson, Leah Hanzlicek and Jeffrey Schultz, annarbor (at) drinkingliberally.org

    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    * Third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm onward
    * Graydon's Crossing, 1223 Plainfield Ave NE (just north of Leonard)
    * This month, we're meeting on Tuesday, 4 March at 7:00 for a Primary Results Watch Party
    * Hosted by Brent Geers and Phil Skaggs, grandrapids (at) drinkingliberally.org

    Houghton, Michigan
    * Every Thursday, 7:00 pm onward
    * Keweenaw Brewing Company, 408 Shelden Ave (Downtown Houghton)
    * http://drinkingliberally.wikispaces.com
    * Hosted by Jeremy Sandrik and Jon Maxwell, houghton (at) drinkingliberally.org

    Lansing, Michigan
    * Third Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm onward
    * Reno's East, 1310 Abbott Rd, East Lansing (Corner of Abbott and Saginaw)
    * Hosted by Julielyn Gibbons, lansing (at) drinkingliberally.org

    Mount Pleasant, Michigan
    * Second Tuesday of each month, 8:00 pm onward
    * Mountain Town Brewing Company, 506 W Broadway St
    * Hosted by Abhik Roy, Will Tomlinson, Scott Dunn and Brandon Mayer, mtpleasant (at) drinkingliberally.org

    Oakland County, Michigan
    * Third Thursday of each month, 6:00 pm onward
    * Rochester Mills Beer Company, 410 Water St, Rochester (Downtown Rochester)
    * Great food and some great brews, bring a hunger and a thirst for Democracy!
    * Hosted by Ron Wasczenski, oaklandcounty (at) drinkingliberally.org

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