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News from Houston/Harris County:
EPA public hearing on hazardous ozone standards in Houston
Houston Chronicle headline on GOP governor's debate captures GOP perfectly
Is Jarvis Johnson For Real As He Discusses Poverty In Race Against Sheila Jackson Lee?
Disturbing story: Houston’s Slave Trade
2009 Texan of the Year: Houston Mayor Annise Parker
Harris County judge filings...these are elections that are often ignored but are extremely important
BIODIESEL IN HARRIS COUNTY:
Biodiesel is an American produced fuel that is cleaner than traditional diesel. Up to B20 (a 20% blend of biodiesel and traditional diesel) any diesel engine, car or truck, can run on it. Above B20, some older engines may have problems but newer diesel engines should be ok. Here are some gas stations selling biodiesel near Houston:
ORourke Petroleum: 223 McCarty Street, Houston, TX 77029, 713-672-4500. Offers B20 (good in any diesel engine). CFN CARDLOCK ONLY
hyperfuels.com: 12969 W Hardy Frontage Toll Rd, Houston, TX 77037, 877-447-7207. Offers B100 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). Open 9 AM - 5 PM.
Peachleaf Bio: 1611 Peachleaf St, Houston, TX 77039, 281-449-9500. Offers B99 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). COOP SIGNUP NEEDED. Call for details. Open M-F 8-5.
Houston Biodiesel: 723 N Drennan Street, Houston, TX 77003, 713-222-0832. Offers B100 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). Open 9:30-6 M-F; WEEKENDS CALL
American Greenfuels: 6421 Eppes St, Houston, TX 77087, 713-634-0033. Offers B99 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
EVENTS:
This comes from the Harris County Democratic Party: (selected events, they have more on their website)
Last day to register to vote to be able to vote in the March 2010 Primary
Date: Monday February 1, 2010
Time: All Day
Type: Appointment (Public)
Feb 1 is the last day a person may submit an application to register to vote in the March 2, 2010 primary election.
Democracy for Houston Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ, 1445 North Loop West, Ste. 110, Houston, TX
6:30 pm social; 7:00 pm meeting at 1445 N Loop West, Ste. 110, Houston, Texas 77008.
For more info contact Phillip McNutt at mgrnutt@yahoo.com.
Houston Gay and Lesbian Political Caucus
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Club Event (Public)
Location: Havens Center, 1827 W. Alabama (near Woodhead)
Street: Houston Gay and Lesbian Political Caucus
City/State/Zip: POB 66664, Houston Tx 77266-6664
Phone: 713 521 1000
Monthly club meeting.
Please note the new location for the monthly meetings is Havens Center, located near Alabama & Woodhead, 713-528-6665
Visit our web site: www.thecaucus.org
Kingwood Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Kings Crossing Apartments meeting room, 4545 Kingwood Dr, Houston 77345
Kingwood Area Democrats meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room of the Kings Crossing Apartments, 4545 Kingwood Dr. (across from Randalls). Go to http://www.kingwoodareademocrats.org/ for more information.
Cy-Fair Area Democratic Club
Date: Thursday February 4, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr., Houston, Tx
Street: 3055 Bear Creek Drive
City/State/Zip: Houston, TX 77084
The February 4 meeting of the Cy-Fair Area Democratic Club will feature Randall Morton, President of the Progressive Forum. The public is invited to attend.
The meeting will be held at Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Drive, on Thursday, February 4. A half-hour meet-and-greet starts at 6:30pm, and the meeting starts at 7pm.
Join Cy-Fair Area Democrats on the first Thursday of every month. 6:30pm--Meet and Greet; program at 7pm. Most meetings wrap before 8:30 p.m. For further information, contact John Brewer at cyfairdems@gmail.com or john.brewer1023@att.net or call 281-794-5208.
TGIF Coffee Break at Harris County Democratic Party
Date: Friday February 5, 2010
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Repeat: This event repeats every week.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ 1445 N Loop W, ste 110, Houston 77008
Stop by for coffee and conversation at the HCDP office on Friday from 9:30 to 11 am. Email martha@hcdp.org for more information.
Alief Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Saturday February 6, 2010
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Saturday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Bray's Village Clubhouse, 11203 Oakcenter, Houston
Meets every 1st Saturday at 10am at Bray's Village clubhouse, 11203 Oakcenter, Houston, TX 77072.
For more information, contact Leif Hatlen, President, at 281-493-3107 or email to lhatlen@aol.com.
Houston Stonewall Young Democrats Meeting
Date: Monday February 8, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Monday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Stag's Head Pub, 2128 Portsmouth, (near Richmond @ Shepherd), 77098
Contact Robert Shipman at 713-553-8900 or email vp.community@houstonstonewallyd.org for further information.
1960 Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Monday February 8, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Monday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Doss Community Center, 2500 Frick Rd
Street: 2500 Frick Rd
City/State/Zip: Houston
Phone: 281-583-1174
Meets 2nd Monday¸ 7:00 PM at Doss Community Center¸ 2500 Frick Road. Frick is off Veterans Memorial HWY (Steubner Airline) about 5 miles S of FM 1960
For more information contact Jack Carney, 281-583-1174.
Harris County Democratic Party Brown Bag Lunch
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP Headquarters, 1445 North Loop West, #110 (exit Ella Blvd.)
The Brown Bag Lunch is a monthly event of the Harris County Democratic Party, held at our offices, 1445 North Loop West (exit Ella Blvd.) Come meet Fellow Democrats. You bring your lunch, we provide the soft drinks.
Houston Area Stonewall Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Harris County Democratic Party Headquarters, 1445 N. Loop W. , Suite 110 , Houston, TX 77008
Stonewall Dems and their allies meet each month.
For further info: email houstonareastonewalldemocrats@gmail.com or call 832-474-3926.
visit our website:
www.houstonareastonewalldemocrats.com
I-10 East Democrats Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every other month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Club Event (Public)
Location: El Toro Mexican Restaurant, 5810 Garth Rd, Baytown TX 77521
Meets 2nd Tuesday of even-numbered months, but date can vary based on speaker availability.
Contact Don Coffey, President, at 281-787-0002, don@coffeyforjudge.com.
Galleria Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Los Tios Restaurant, 9527 Westheimer @ Tanglewilde
Join Galleria Area Democrats at their monthly meeting at Los Tios Restaurant, 9527 Westheimer @ Tanglewilde, from 7-9 pm. Food and drink will be served before and during the meeting. Contact Janice Weiss for more information at 713-532-4418 or janicerosew@yahoo.com
Bellaire Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Check website for Meeting locations http://www.bellairedemocrats.org/
The Bellaire Democrats meet the second Tuesday of the month EXECPT In: June, July, August, and December. Locations vary, check website for meeting locations http://www.bellairedemocrats.org/. For more info contact Margo Kendrick, President. Phone: 713-665-4409 Email: agabee@aol.com
or Patrick Durio, Treasurer, BellaireDemocrats 832-423-4038.
Bay Area New Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 10, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Wednesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Harris County Courthouse Bay Area Annex, 16603 Buccaneer, Houston 77062
BAND meets at 7 pm every second Wed. of the month at the Harris County Courthouse Bay Area Annex at 16603 Buccaneer, Houston, 77062 in the second floor courtroom. The meeting begins at 7 pm with a guest speaker, the club business meeting follows. Contact Don Rhorer for more information at 281-488-5046 or email drhorer99@earthlink.net
Houston Black American Democrats Meeting
Date: Thursday February 11, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Thursday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Location: Judge Zinetta Burney's, Pct. 7, Position 2 Courtroom, 5300 Griggs Road, Houston Texas 77021
Contact: Gabriel Hadnot 713-697-6732.
gmhadnot@aol.com
Tejano Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Thursday February 11, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Thursday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: HCDP HQs, 1445 North Loop West, Ste 110
Harris County Tejano Democrats meet every month on 2nd Thursday at 7pm.
For more information, contact Sandra Puente(chair)email:HCTD01@aol.com 713-864-4700.
TGIF Coffee Break at Harris County Democratic Party
Date: Friday February 12, 2010
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Repeat: This event repeats every week.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ 1445 N Loop W, ste 110, Houston 77008
Stop by for coffee and conversation at the HCDP office on Friday from 9:30 to 11 am. Email martha@hcdp.org for more information.
EPA public hearing on hazardous ozone standards in Houston
Houston Chronicle headline on GOP governor's debate captures GOP perfectly
Is Jarvis Johnson For Real As He Discusses Poverty In Race Against Sheila Jackson Lee?
Disturbing story: Houston’s Slave Trade
2009 Texan of the Year: Houston Mayor Annise Parker
Harris County judge filings...these are elections that are often ignored but are extremely important
BIODIESEL IN HARRIS COUNTY:
Biodiesel is an American produced fuel that is cleaner than traditional diesel. Up to B20 (a 20% blend of biodiesel and traditional diesel) any diesel engine, car or truck, can run on it. Above B20, some older engines may have problems but newer diesel engines should be ok. Here are some gas stations selling biodiesel near Houston:
ORourke Petroleum: 223 McCarty Street, Houston, TX 77029, 713-672-4500. Offers B20 (good in any diesel engine). CFN CARDLOCK ONLY
hyperfuels.com: 12969 W Hardy Frontage Toll Rd, Houston, TX 77037, 877-447-7207. Offers B100 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). Open 9 AM - 5 PM.
Peachleaf Bio: 1611 Peachleaf St, Houston, TX 77039, 281-449-9500. Offers B99 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). COOP SIGNUP NEEDED. Call for details. Open M-F 8-5.
Houston Biodiesel: 723 N Drennan Street, Houston, TX 77003, 713-222-0832. Offers B100 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). Open 9:30-6 M-F; WEEKENDS CALL
American Greenfuels: 6421 Eppes St, Houston, TX 77087, 713-634-0033. Offers B99 (good in newer diesel engines, older engines may have problems). CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
EVENTS:
This comes from the Harris County Democratic Party: (selected events, they have more on their website)
Last day to register to vote to be able to vote in the March 2010 Primary
Date: Monday February 1, 2010
Time: All Day
Type: Appointment (Public)
Feb 1 is the last day a person may submit an application to register to vote in the March 2, 2010 primary election.
Democracy for Houston Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ, 1445 North Loop West, Ste. 110, Houston, TX
6:30 pm social; 7:00 pm meeting at 1445 N Loop West, Ste. 110, Houston, Texas 77008.
For more info contact Phillip McNutt at mgrnutt@yahoo.com.
Houston Gay and Lesbian Political Caucus
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Club Event (Public)
Location: Havens Center, 1827 W. Alabama (near Woodhead)
Street: Houston Gay and Lesbian Political Caucus
City/State/Zip: POB 66664, Houston Tx 77266-6664
Phone: 713 521 1000
Monthly club meeting.
Please note the new location for the monthly meetings is Havens Center, located near Alabama & Woodhead, 713-528-6665
Visit our web site: www.thecaucus.org
Kingwood Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Wednesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Kings Crossing Apartments meeting room, 4545 Kingwood Dr, Houston 77345
Kingwood Area Democrats meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room of the Kings Crossing Apartments, 4545 Kingwood Dr. (across from Randalls). Go to http://www.kingwoodareademocrats.org/ for more information.
Cy-Fair Area Democratic Club
Date: Thursday February 4, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr., Houston, Tx
Street: 3055 Bear Creek Drive
City/State/Zip: Houston, TX 77084
The February 4 meeting of the Cy-Fair Area Democratic Club will feature Randall Morton, President of the Progressive Forum. The public is invited to attend.
The meeting will be held at Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Drive, on Thursday, February 4. A half-hour meet-and-greet starts at 6:30pm, and the meeting starts at 7pm.
Join Cy-Fair Area Democrats on the first Thursday of every month. 6:30pm--Meet and Greet; program at 7pm. Most meetings wrap before 8:30 p.m. For further information, contact John Brewer at cyfairdems@gmail.com or john.brewer1023@att.net or call 281-794-5208.
TGIF Coffee Break at Harris County Democratic Party
Date: Friday February 5, 2010
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Repeat: This event repeats every week.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ 1445 N Loop W, ste 110, Houston 77008
Stop by for coffee and conversation at the HCDP office on Friday from 9:30 to 11 am. Email martha@hcdp.org for more information.
Alief Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Saturday February 6, 2010
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the first Saturday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Bray's Village Clubhouse, 11203 Oakcenter, Houston
Meets every 1st Saturday at 10am at Bray's Village clubhouse, 11203 Oakcenter, Houston, TX 77072.
For more information, contact Leif Hatlen, President, at 281-493-3107 or email to lhatlen@aol.com.
Houston Stonewall Young Democrats Meeting
Date: Monday February 8, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Monday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Stag's Head Pub, 2128 Portsmouth, (near Richmond @ Shepherd), 77098
Contact Robert Shipman at 713-553-8900 or email vp.community@houstonstonewallyd.org for further information.
1960 Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Monday February 8, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Monday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Doss Community Center, 2500 Frick Rd
Street: 2500 Frick Rd
City/State/Zip: Houston
Phone: 281-583-1174
Meets 2nd Monday¸ 7:00 PM at Doss Community Center¸ 2500 Frick Road. Frick is off Veterans Memorial HWY (Steubner Airline) about 5 miles S of FM 1960
For more information contact Jack Carney, 281-583-1174.
Harris County Democratic Party Brown Bag Lunch
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP Headquarters, 1445 North Loop West, #110 (exit Ella Blvd.)
The Brown Bag Lunch is a monthly event of the Harris County Democratic Party, held at our offices, 1445 North Loop West (exit Ella Blvd.) Come meet Fellow Democrats. You bring your lunch, we provide the soft drinks.
Houston Area Stonewall Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Harris County Democratic Party Headquarters, 1445 N. Loop W. , Suite 110 , Houston, TX 77008
Stonewall Dems and their allies meet each month.
For further info: email houstonareastonewalldemocrats@gmail.com or call 832-474-3926.
visit our website:
www.houstonareastonewalldemocrats.com
I-10 East Democrats Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every other month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Club Event (Public)
Location: El Toro Mexican Restaurant, 5810 Garth Rd, Baytown TX 77521
Meets 2nd Tuesday of even-numbered months, but date can vary based on speaker availability.
Contact Don Coffey, President, at 281-787-0002, don@coffeyforjudge.com.
Galleria Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Los Tios Restaurant, 9527 Westheimer @ Tanglewilde
Join Galleria Area Democrats at their monthly meeting at Los Tios Restaurant, 9527 Westheimer @ Tanglewilde, from 7-9 pm. Food and drink will be served before and during the meeting. Contact Janice Weiss for more information at 713-532-4418 or janicerosew@yahoo.com
Bellaire Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Tuesday February 9, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Tuesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Check website for Meeting locations http://www.bellairedemocrats.org/
The Bellaire Democrats meet the second Tuesday of the month EXECPT In: June, July, August, and December. Locations vary, check website for meeting locations http://www.bellairedemocrats.org/. For more info contact Margo Kendrick, President. Phone: 713-665-4409 Email: agabee@aol.com
or Patrick Durio, Treasurer, BellaireDemocrats 832-423-4038.
Bay Area New Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday February 10, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Wednesday.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: Harris County Courthouse Bay Area Annex, 16603 Buccaneer, Houston 77062
BAND meets at 7 pm every second Wed. of the month at the Harris County Courthouse Bay Area Annex at 16603 Buccaneer, Houston, 77062 in the second floor courtroom. The meeting begins at 7 pm with a guest speaker, the club business meeting follows. Contact Don Rhorer for more information at 281-488-5046 or email drhorer99@earthlink.net
Houston Black American Democrats Meeting
Date: Thursday February 11, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Thursday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: Location: Judge Zinetta Burney's, Pct. 7, Position 2 Courtroom, 5300 Griggs Road, Houston Texas 77021
Contact: Gabriel Hadnot 713-697-6732.
gmhadnot@aol.com
Tejano Democrats Monthly Meeting
Date: Thursday February 11, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Repeat: This event repeats every month on the second Thursday.
Type: Meeting (Public)
Location: HCDP HQs, 1445 North Loop West, Ste 110
Harris County Tejano Democrats meet every month on 2nd Thursday at 7pm.
For more information, contact Sandra Puente(chair)email:HCTD01@aol.com 713-864-4700.
TGIF Coffee Break at Harris County Democratic Party
Date: Friday February 12, 2010
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Repeat: This event repeats every week.
Type: Appointment (Public)
Location: HCDP HQ 1445 N Loop W, ste 110, Houston 77008
Stop by for coffee and conversation at the HCDP office on Friday from 9:30 to 11 am. Email martha@hcdp.org for more information.
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