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Dear Progressives,
Molly is still out sick with severe flu symptoms. Fortunately, she didn't test positive for H1N1 (swine flu) at the doctor's today, but she is more at risk now if she had the energy to get out of her house for anything but the doctor's office. There are a lot of questions people have about H1N1 flu, and a fair amount of misinformation. Tomorrow (Thursday), October 22nd, the Dallas
Democratic Forum will present a panel on "Our
Response to H1N1 - Will It Be Enough?" The
panelists will be John T. Carlo, MD, MSE,
Medical Director Dallas County - Health &
Human Services; Dennis Dorsey, Director of
Security, North Park Mall; and Harvey O.
Perriot, Protective Security Advisor,
Department of Homeland Security for the North
Texas District. The moderator will be Scott
Chase, an attorney certified in Health
Law.
The event will be at the Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Ave at the corner of Olive St in downtown Dallas. Underground parking is available on the Olive St side of the building.
Registration and Buffet Lunch is at 11:30am, with the program starting at noon. It is free for
2009 DDF Patron/Sustaining Members, $20 for people who mention The Progressive Center at the door.
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There's still early voting going on every day until October 30th, with the final Election Day being November 3rd! Check out the links below for our local board of election websites in the DFW area, and the Dallas League of Women Voters website where they've produced a voter's guide for your reading and voting pleasure.
Everybody might as well bookmark their board of elections websites right now, because we've got the 2010 primaries in March, and it looks like we'll have a free-for-all special election in May for an empty U.S. Senate seat here in Texas. 2010?!? YES! 2009 is almost over and 2010 going to be a big year as the Democrats and Republicans duke it out for dominance as we begin local and national redistricting in just a little over a year. Here are the board of elections website links for the big counties in our immediate area:
Collin County Elections 
Dallas County Elections
Denton County Elections
Tarrant County Elections
LoWV - Dallas
Be Well, and Be Progressive!
Tracy Clinton & Molly Hanchey
Upcoming Progressive Center Events: "Second Chances" Free Legal Clinic
Saturday, October 24th, 9:30am check-in, 10:00am to Noon event
The Progressive Center presents "Second Chances" - a free legal clinic focusing on special criminal justice programs that may help people avoid jail time and get their lives back on track if they have legal troubles, as well as associated issues. This informative program features Judges John Creuzot, Judge Bill Mazur, Judge Tracy Holmes, Judge Jeff Rosenfield and attorneys Cass Callaway, Tina Yoo and Davey Lamb. Topics include the DIVERT and Re-Entry Court Programs and the Road and Bridge Program. Special guest Aaron Michaels, a spokesperson for the Texas Justice Network, will also discuss "deferred adjudication".
To RSVP, email goodlegalclinics AT gmail.com
Poet-Treat: Celebrating The Life and Legacy of Rayfer E. Mainor, poet laureate
Friday, October 30th, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
At 21 years old, he became the youngest African-American poet laureate in the country. His works have been published in over 300 art mediums both national and international. Hear some of his work by new and upcoming artists. Local artists will be given a chance to meet and greet with industry professionals. Seating is limited so come ready and on-time!
Come out and Join us for a Special Treat - Live Soulful Music, Poetry, Dancers, Comedians, Door Prizes, Complimentary Food & Drink and more!
Ticket price 1 for $10.00, 2 for the price of one with a can good at the door.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the North Texas Food Bank, selected non-profits and other grassroots organizations.
 Other Progressive Events in the Area: Dallas Democratic Forum - "Our Response to H1N1 - Will It Be Enough?"
Thursday, October 22nd, 11:30am - sign-in/buffet, Noon - event
The panelists will be John T. Carlo, MD, MSE, Medical Director Dallas County - Health & Human Services; Dennis Dorsey, Director of Security, North Park Mall; and Harvey O. Perriot, Protective Security Advisor, Department of Homeland Security for the North Texas District. The moderator will be Scott Chase, an attorney certified in Health Law.
The event will be at the Belo Mansion, at Ross and Olive in downtown Dallas. It is free for 2009 Forum Patron/Sustaining Members, $25 for 2009 Forum Regular Members, $35 for guests.
RSVP by email to wdgriggs AT yahoo.com or 214-855-7151.
"God & Imperial Power, Jesus & Economic Injustice" 2-Day Seminar
Friday night/Saturday day, October 23rd & 24th
Rev. Dr. Joerg Rieger & Dr. John Dominic Crossan are co-presenting a series of short lectures with Q&A's at First United Methodist Church in Richardson, TX - Sponsored by the Perkins School of Theology at SMU.
Registration is $35.00 for Friday, $45.00 Saturday w/lunch included.
Registration info: (972) 235-8385 or www.faithandreason.org
(First United Methodist Church, 503 N Central Expressway, Richardson, TX)
Artists for Health Care Reform Demonstration
Sunday, October 25th, 10:30am set-up, 11:00am - Noon demonstration
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/ArtistHealthReform
Warning: There may be a change of venue for this demonstration! We will update you Friday if that happens. Regardless, Woodall Rodgers Freeway that runs through downtown will be closed the next two weekends, so adjust your travel route!
A North Texas assemblage of artists and art supporters are creating a large yellow symbol to show their support for real healthcare reform. Please join us. You will need to arrive by 11:00am on the North Lawn of the Meyerson Symphony Hall underneath the large red "di Suvero" sculpture. We will provide yellow ponchos ($2 donation) and direction by our wranglers into formation. This will be photographed from various office buildings in the area and videotaped for distribution via YouTube.
Spread the word!!! And ride share with friends! Sign on to the PAC-WE facebook page!
Please allow time for parking. No port-o-potties for this event since it is so brief, so please take care of your "business" before you leave the house. :)
Go to www.pac-we.net for more information and detailed directions.
(North Lawn of the Meyerson Symphony Hall underneath the large red "di Suvero" sculpture)
Roll Beyond Coal Bike Rally
Saturday, October 31st Registration: 8:30am Bike Ride: 10:30am
Join us for a fun-filled event supporting renewable energy, green jobs, and clean air with a brighter energy future beyond coal! Enjoy the rally and the exhibitors! Bike the 9.4 mile route around White Rock Lake with your family and friends starting at The Bath House on 521 E. Lawther Drive in Dallas. Free Bike Check on site. Prizes to be given for the best Halloween and Clean Air costumes!Schedule:
8:30 a.m. - event begins, including registration for optional bike ride
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Rally (Please attend. A big crowd = a big impact.)
10:30 a.m. - optional bike ride (Bike the 9.4 mile route around White Rock Lake with your family and/or friends). Or you can hike, rollerblade or just stroll around visiting and checking out the exhibits.
Noon - event ends, with more people empowered to move Texas toward a cleaner future! Cost: Adults-$10.00. Students and children 12/over-$5.00. Children under 12 - Free.
Sponsored by the Sierra Club. Pre-registration information and more details are available at www.dallassierraclub.org or call Lori at 972-980-7176.
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South Side is on Lamar Street between Belleview Street and Arnold Street.
Enter South Side from Belleview Street. The Progressive Center is located on the ground floor artists' quarters next door to the Janette Kennedy Gallery.
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Free parking for event guests is available in the Sala Tex-Mex restaurant parking lot on the northeast corner of Belleview and Lamar. Paid parking is available in the lot behind Bill's Records and Poor David's Pub.
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