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Kilroy for Congress campaign Kickoff (Ohio 15th Congressional District) (Organizing) Wednesday, June 25 at 5:30 PM
Kilroy for Congress – Official Website
Kilroy for Congress Campaign HQ (Columbus, OH)
271 East State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Currently serving as Franklin County Commissioner, Mary Jo Kilroy is a wonderful candidate who shares many of the same beliefs and views as our own Barack Obama. In fact, Senator Obama attended and helped with one of her recent fundraisers. In 2006, Mary Jo Kilroy lost to Republican Deborah Pryce in the closest congressional contest in the country, a race she lost by a mere 1062 votes - so close the rules demanded an automatic recount.
This year, Deborah Pryce is not seeking re-election, yet Mary Jo Kilroy is in a tough race against a well-connected Republican, Steve Stivers. I hope you'll join us to make sure that a Democrat is elected in this important race here in Central Ohio's 15th Congressional District.
Mary Jo Kilroy is hosting her official Campaign Kickoff on Wednesday, June 25th with a cookout and Cornhole tournament. The winning team will compete in Governor Ted Strickland's Cornhole tournament in July! Food and beverages will be provided. A donation is requested for entry:
Dead eye: $50 (Guest)
Steady Hand: $35 (Young Professional, State House Staffer, Non-profit)
Cheap Shot: $20 (Student)
Location: Mary Jo Kilroy for Congress campaign HQ: 271 East State Street Columbus, OH 43215 Cookout will be located in the back parking lot off Chapel Street (Access from 6th and 4th streets)
Please RSVP (614-545-4070) to let us know you'll be there!
Here are some Obama events in Ohio:
Ready, Set, Go..... Vote!! (Voter Registration Drive)
Voter registration drive at a gated apartment community.
Time: Tuesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM
Location:
Hiltop Estates (Cleveland, OH)
2709 Belvoir Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44121
Obama Turf Da Division - Meeting
WESTERVILLE, OHIO and DELAWARE COUNTY are you ready and fired up! The newly formed Obama Turf Da Division is getting ready to take the city by storm. A meeting will be held Tuesday, June 24th at the Panera Bread at 782 N State Street, Westerville, OH 43082, in the Giant Eagle plaza at 6:30 - 7:30 pm. If you are ready to volunteer, this is the meeting for you!
Time: Tuesday, June 24 at 6:30 PM
Contact Phone: 614-778-7300
Location:
Panera Bread (Westerville, OH)
782 N State Street
Westerville, OH 43082
Comfest (Voter Registration Drive)
The Obama campaign needs volunteers to work the table at the Comfest event at Goodale Park, Columbus, on Friday, 6/27, to register voters and sign up volunteers. This is a fun event; you can work a 2 or 4 hour shift, noon to 11pm. Please contact Barry or Kathy (gate1999@aol.com)(781-724-5840).
Time: Friday, June 27 at 12:00 PM
Location:
Goodale Park (Columbus, OH)
Park St., near corner of W. Swan
Columbus, OH 43215
Unite for Change in Ohio (Unite for Change)
This event is for anybody who has ever felt a disconnect between them and the system they live under. This will be a discussion on what we can do to make real change happen, and what that change should be. It is up to us to make it happen. No one else, not even Obama, can do it for us.
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 12:00 AM
Contact Phone: 3305591008
Location:
Craig Beach State Park (Lake Milton, OH)
Grandview Road
Lake Milton, OH 44429
Neighborhood Meeting (Unite for Change)
To gather supporters together to pledge donations and pass out literature. We will need the literature to distribute. Is it possible to purchase tee shirts for the volunteers; and what will be the cost?
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 AM
Contact Phone: 614-476-6287
Location:
Briley Foundation (Columbus, OH)
3133 Zach Court
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH 43219
Build Energy for Change Breakfast (Unite for Change)
Meet other Volunteers for Breakfast at the Old Vanmeter House, 178 Church Street, Chillicothe
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 AM
Contact Phone: 740-774-3510
Location:
Old Vanmeter House (Chillicothe, OH)
178 Church Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Morning coffee n' bagels (Unite for Change)
I'd like to have up to a dozen people get together, talk about what they see as our priorities, and finish by pledging to contribute at least $36 a month between July 1 and Nov. 1 to Obama'08.
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:30 AM
Location:
2112 Acacia Park Dr. #120 (Cleveland, OH)
2112 Acacia Park Dr. #120
Cleveland, OH 44124
Coffee for Change (Unite for Change)
It's coffee talk about changing our country and national priorities, and what we can do as individuals. Great way to start a Saturday!
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 10:30 AM
Location:
Jeanne's House (North Olmsted, OH)
4491 Azalea Lane
North Olmsted, OH 44070
Progressive Majority Endorsed Candidates in Ohio:
Jennifer Brady
Candidate for State Representative - District 16 (Incumbent)
Bay Village, Rocky River, North Olmstead, Fairview Park
Jennifer Brady is the Representative from the 16th Ohio House District. Progressive Majority endorsed Jennifer in 2006 because of her commitment to progressive values, activism in the community, strategic mindset and strong work ethic. In 2006, Progressive Majority was one of very few organizations to support Jennifer after the House Democratic Caucus wrote off her race. Since then, we have been working closely with her on strategy, field organization and fundraising. According to the Ohio Republican Party Chairman Bob Bennett, ''The 16th District is the number-one Republican target for 2008.'' It is a must-keep if democrats are to take over the House. Traditionally, the 16th has been known as the most Republican district in Cuyahoga County, which made Jennifer's 2006 victory the pleasant surprise of the cycle for Progressives. The Republicans have recruited Nan Baker, a conservative member of the Westlake city council colloquially known as the ''Republican Jennifer Brady.'' Jennifer has been a progressive champion in the Assembly who refuses to vote against her values, thus displaying the courage and conviction that helped her win in 2006.
Click here to support and learn more about Jennifer.
Matt Patten
Candidate for State Representative - District 18 (Open Seat)
Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township, Berea, Strongsville, and North Royalton
Matt Patten is the Democratic candidate for the 18th Ohio State House District. Matt has a long history of activism and labor organizing and is currently a Regional Labor-Management Field Coordinator. The performance of the district is expected to improve even further as the popular Republican incumbent is jumping to the state Senate and his successor, Robert Spada, is considered far too conservative for this democratic-trending district. As a professional community organizer, Matt is a fearless champion for improving economic opportunity, education, and universal access to healthcare. He has the endorsements of local and statewide labor. This seat is a top-tier pickup in the quest for the four seats we need for a democratic majority in the Ohio House of Representatives.
Here are some events in Ohio:
ANNUAL HENRY COUNTY DEMOCRAT PARTY HOG ROAST
June 17, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Event Location:
500 GLENWOOD AVENUE
NAPOLEON, OH 43545
Annual Henry Co. Democratic Party Hog Roast Tuesday, June 17, 2008 Carry-outs available at 4:30 p.m. Serving until 7:00 p.m. Tickets $10.00 per person
CRUISING TO VICTORY WITH THE DEMOCRATS
June 27, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Location:
OHIO RIVER
MARIETTA, OH 45750
CRUISING TO VICTORY WITH THE DEMOCRATS ABOARD THE VALLEY GEM STERNWHEELER ON JUNE 27TH FROM 6:30P.M.-8:30P.M. BOARDING BEGINS AT 6:00P.M. COST IS $25.00 PER SINGLE/$40.00 FOR 2. PAPER PRODUCTS, MEAT, CHEESE TRAYS, TEA, LEMONADE ARE PROVIDED, BRING A COVERED DISH FOR ALL TO ENJOY AND YOUR OWN BEVERAGES IF YOU DESIRE. THERE IS A SILENT AUCTION ON BOARD AND PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BRING AN ITEM. CALL JANE @ 740-373-8169 OR SHOSHANNA @ 740-373-3555 FOR INFO AND RESERVATIONS.
9th Annual Feast at the River
July 19, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Event Location:
1601 Locust Street
Pt. Pleasant, Ohio 45153
9th Annual Feast at The River: Members of the Quin-T Democratic Club in Clermont County prepare a one of a kind afternoon with the best grilled steaks in town, baked potatoes and onions, old fashioned baked beans, roasted corn on the cob, salad selections and home made desserts. Cost is $100 per person. Proceeds are used to benefit candidate's campaigns. Everyone is welcome. Call: 513-553-3661, 513-553-4766, 513-553-2446. Rain or shine. Add a history lesson to the menu: Feast location is across U.S. Rt. 52 from the Ulysses S. Grant birthplace/ National Historic Site.
Here are some Drinking Liberally Groups in Ohio:
Cincinnati
* Every Tuesday, 7:30 pm onward
* Odd Tuesdays: Fries Cafe, 3247 Jefferson Ave
* Even Tuesdays: The Pub at Rookwood Mews, 2692 Madison Rd
* Hosted by Adam Bartel and Cheryl Crowe, cincinnati (at) drinkingliberally.org
Cleveland
* Every Sunday, 6:00 pm
* Sullivans Irish Pub, 13368 Madison Ave, Lakewood (Great food and lots of irish brews on tap)
* Visit www.sullivansirishpub.net for more info on the venue
* Hosted by Judy Novak, cleveland (at) drinkingliberally.org
Columbus
* First Thursday of each month, 6:30 pm
* Byrnes Pub, 1248 W 3rd Ave
* Hosted by Jocelyn Krosky and Roger Denick, columbus (at) drinkingliberally.org
Dayton
* Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm
* The Oregon Express, 336 E 5th St
* Hosted by Cari Kimmel, dayton (at) drinkingliberally.org
Toledo
* Every Wednesday, 7:30 pm
* Manhattan's, 1516 Adams St (Downtown Toledo; on Adams across the street from Adams Laundry)
* Come and drink like a libreral at Manhattan's. We'll be talking politics, drowning our sorrows,
* and making alchohol-fueled plans for America's future.
* Hosted by Rebecca Golden, toledo (at) drinkingliberally.org
Maumee
* Every other Wednesday, 8:00 pm
* The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St
* Hosted by Lori Wampler, Ken Stout and Leanne Kulzac, maumee (at) drinkingliberally.org
Progress Ohio is an excellent source of Ohio news and politics
Buckeye State Blog is another source of Ohio news and politics
Kilroy for Congress campaign Kickoff (Ohio 15th Congressional District) (Organizing) Wednesday, June 25 at 5:30 PM
Kilroy for Congress – Official Website
Kilroy for Congress Campaign HQ (Columbus, OH)
271 East State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Currently serving as Franklin County Commissioner, Mary Jo Kilroy is a wonderful candidate who shares many of the same beliefs and views as our own Barack Obama. In fact, Senator Obama attended and helped with one of her recent fundraisers. In 2006, Mary Jo Kilroy lost to Republican Deborah Pryce in the closest congressional contest in the country, a race she lost by a mere 1062 votes - so close the rules demanded an automatic recount.
This year, Deborah Pryce is not seeking re-election, yet Mary Jo Kilroy is in a tough race against a well-connected Republican, Steve Stivers. I hope you'll join us to make sure that a Democrat is elected in this important race here in Central Ohio's 15th Congressional District.
Mary Jo Kilroy is hosting her official Campaign Kickoff on Wednesday, June 25th with a cookout and Cornhole tournament. The winning team will compete in Governor Ted Strickland's Cornhole tournament in July! Food and beverages will be provided. A donation is requested for entry:
Dead eye: $50 (Guest)
Steady Hand: $35 (Young Professional, State House Staffer, Non-profit)
Cheap Shot: $20 (Student)
Location: Mary Jo Kilroy for Congress campaign HQ: 271 East State Street Columbus, OH 43215 Cookout will be located in the back parking lot off Chapel Street (Access from 6th and 4th streets)
Please RSVP (614-545-4070) to let us know you'll be there!
Here are some Obama events in Ohio:
Ready, Set, Go..... Vote!! (Voter Registration Drive)
Voter registration drive at a gated apartment community.
Time: Tuesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM
Location:
Hiltop Estates (Cleveland, OH)
2709 Belvoir Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44121
Obama Turf Da Division - Meeting
WESTERVILLE, OHIO and DELAWARE COUNTY are you ready and fired up! The newly formed Obama Turf Da Division is getting ready to take the city by storm. A meeting will be held Tuesday, June 24th at the Panera Bread at 782 N State Street, Westerville, OH 43082, in the Giant Eagle plaza at 6:30 - 7:30 pm. If you are ready to volunteer, this is the meeting for you!
Time: Tuesday, June 24 at 6:30 PM
Contact Phone: 614-778-7300
Location:
Panera Bread (Westerville, OH)
782 N State Street
Westerville, OH 43082
Comfest (Voter Registration Drive)
The Obama campaign needs volunteers to work the table at the Comfest event at Goodale Park, Columbus, on Friday, 6/27, to register voters and sign up volunteers. This is a fun event; you can work a 2 or 4 hour shift, noon to 11pm. Please contact Barry or Kathy (gate1999@aol.com)(781-724-5840).
Time: Friday, June 27 at 12:00 PM
Location:
Goodale Park (Columbus, OH)
Park St., near corner of W. Swan
Columbus, OH 43215
Unite for Change in Ohio (Unite for Change)
This event is for anybody who has ever felt a disconnect between them and the system they live under. This will be a discussion on what we can do to make real change happen, and what that change should be. It is up to us to make it happen. No one else, not even Obama, can do it for us.
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 12:00 AM
Contact Phone: 3305591008
Location:
Craig Beach State Park (Lake Milton, OH)
Grandview Road
Lake Milton, OH 44429
Neighborhood Meeting (Unite for Change)
To gather supporters together to pledge donations and pass out literature. We will need the literature to distribute. Is it possible to purchase tee shirts for the volunteers; and what will be the cost?
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 AM
Contact Phone: 614-476-6287
Location:
Briley Foundation (Columbus, OH)
3133 Zach Court
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH 43219
Build Energy for Change Breakfast (Unite for Change)
Meet other Volunteers for Breakfast at the Old Vanmeter House, 178 Church Street, Chillicothe
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 AM
Contact Phone: 740-774-3510
Location:
Old Vanmeter House (Chillicothe, OH)
178 Church Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Morning coffee n' bagels (Unite for Change)
I'd like to have up to a dozen people get together, talk about what they see as our priorities, and finish by pledging to contribute at least $36 a month between July 1 and Nov. 1 to Obama'08.
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 9:30 AM
Location:
2112 Acacia Park Dr. #120 (Cleveland, OH)
2112 Acacia Park Dr. #120
Cleveland, OH 44124
Coffee for Change (Unite for Change)
It's coffee talk about changing our country and national priorities, and what we can do as individuals. Great way to start a Saturday!
Time: Saturday, June 28 at 10:30 AM
Location:
Jeanne's House (North Olmsted, OH)
4491 Azalea Lane
North Olmsted, OH 44070
Progressive Majority Endorsed Candidates in Ohio:
Jennifer Brady
Candidate for State Representative - District 16 (Incumbent)
Bay Village, Rocky River, North Olmstead, Fairview Park
Jennifer Brady is the Representative from the 16th Ohio House District. Progressive Majority endorsed Jennifer in 2006 because of her commitment to progressive values, activism in the community, strategic mindset and strong work ethic. In 2006, Progressive Majority was one of very few organizations to support Jennifer after the House Democratic Caucus wrote off her race. Since then, we have been working closely with her on strategy, field organization and fundraising. According to the Ohio Republican Party Chairman Bob Bennett, ''The 16th District is the number-one Republican target for 2008.'' It is a must-keep if democrats are to take over the House. Traditionally, the 16th has been known as the most Republican district in Cuyahoga County, which made Jennifer's 2006 victory the pleasant surprise of the cycle for Progressives. The Republicans have recruited Nan Baker, a conservative member of the Westlake city council colloquially known as the ''Republican Jennifer Brady.'' Jennifer has been a progressive champion in the Assembly who refuses to vote against her values, thus displaying the courage and conviction that helped her win in 2006.
Click here to support and learn more about Jennifer.
Matt Patten
Candidate for State Representative - District 18 (Open Seat)
Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township, Berea, Strongsville, and North Royalton
Matt Patten is the Democratic candidate for the 18th Ohio State House District. Matt has a long history of activism and labor organizing and is currently a Regional Labor-Management Field Coordinator. The performance of the district is expected to improve even further as the popular Republican incumbent is jumping to the state Senate and his successor, Robert Spada, is considered far too conservative for this democratic-trending district. As a professional community organizer, Matt is a fearless champion for improving economic opportunity, education, and universal access to healthcare. He has the endorsements of local and statewide labor. This seat is a top-tier pickup in the quest for the four seats we need for a democratic majority in the Ohio House of Representatives.
Here are some events in Ohio:
ANNUAL HENRY COUNTY DEMOCRAT PARTY HOG ROAST
June 17, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Event Location:
500 GLENWOOD AVENUE
NAPOLEON, OH 43545
Annual Henry Co. Democratic Party Hog Roast Tuesday, June 17, 2008 Carry-outs available at 4:30 p.m. Serving until 7:00 p.m. Tickets $10.00 per person
CRUISING TO VICTORY WITH THE DEMOCRATS
June 27, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Location:
OHIO RIVER
MARIETTA, OH 45750
CRUISING TO VICTORY WITH THE DEMOCRATS ABOARD THE VALLEY GEM STERNWHEELER ON JUNE 27TH FROM 6:30P.M.-8:30P.M. BOARDING BEGINS AT 6:00P.M. COST IS $25.00 PER SINGLE/$40.00 FOR 2. PAPER PRODUCTS, MEAT, CHEESE TRAYS, TEA, LEMONADE ARE PROVIDED, BRING A COVERED DISH FOR ALL TO ENJOY AND YOUR OWN BEVERAGES IF YOU DESIRE. THERE IS A SILENT AUCTION ON BOARD AND PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BRING AN ITEM. CALL JANE @ 740-373-8169 OR SHOSHANNA @ 740-373-3555 FOR INFO AND RESERVATIONS.
9th Annual Feast at the River
July 19, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Event Location:
1601 Locust Street
Pt. Pleasant, Ohio 45153
9th Annual Feast at The River: Members of the Quin-T Democratic Club in Clermont County prepare a one of a kind afternoon with the best grilled steaks in town, baked potatoes and onions, old fashioned baked beans, roasted corn on the cob, salad selections and home made desserts. Cost is $100 per person. Proceeds are used to benefit candidate's campaigns. Everyone is welcome. Call: 513-553-3661, 513-553-4766, 513-553-2446. Rain or shine. Add a history lesson to the menu: Feast location is across U.S. Rt. 52 from the Ulysses S. Grant birthplace/ National Historic Site.
Here are some Drinking Liberally Groups in Ohio:
Cincinnati
* Every Tuesday, 7:30 pm onward
* Odd Tuesdays: Fries Cafe, 3247 Jefferson Ave
* Even Tuesdays: The Pub at Rookwood Mews, 2692 Madison Rd
* Hosted by Adam Bartel and Cheryl Crowe, cincinnati (at) drinkingliberally.org
Cleveland
* Every Sunday, 6:00 pm
* Sullivans Irish Pub, 13368 Madison Ave, Lakewood (Great food and lots of irish brews on tap)
* Visit www.sullivansirishpub.net for more info on the venue
* Hosted by Judy Novak, cleveland (at) drinkingliberally.org
Columbus
* First Thursday of each month, 6:30 pm
* Byrnes Pub, 1248 W 3rd Ave
* Hosted by Jocelyn Krosky and Roger Denick, columbus (at) drinkingliberally.org
Dayton
* Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm
* The Oregon Express, 336 E 5th St
* Hosted by Cari Kimmel, dayton (at) drinkingliberally.org
Toledo
* Every Wednesday, 7:30 pm
* Manhattan's, 1516 Adams St (Downtown Toledo; on Adams across the street from Adams Laundry)
* Come and drink like a libreral at Manhattan's. We'll be talking politics, drowning our sorrows,
* and making alchohol-fueled plans for America's future.
* Hosted by Rebecca Golden, toledo (at) drinkingliberally.org
Maumee
* Every other Wednesday, 8:00 pm
* The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St
* Hosted by Lori Wampler, Ken Stout and Leanne Kulzac, maumee (at) drinkingliberally.org
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