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September 8, 2010
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DCDP Weekly Roundup
Democratic news from Dallas County and beyond.
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Dual Megawalks Saturday Sept. 11 |
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The Dallas County Democratic Party and Organizing for America Present Blueallover: Dual Morning and Afternoon MegaWalks on September 11, 2010. The Blueallover Megawalks ignore traditional house district and even county lines in search of the Democratic blue-all-over. You'll be glad allover working alongside dozens of officials, candidates and fellow Democrats, talking to voters.
Walks are short and easy to complete. Training, supplies, water and refreshments provided by DCDP and OFA. Over 450 volunteers have provided over 1500 volunteer hours on our MegaWalks thus far - knocking on thousands of Democratic doors. Get in on the fun!
Morning Walk - Blueallover House Districts 101 & 107:
9:00am Meet-up and Training
9:30am-12:30pm Walk
Parking Lot - Tabernacle of Praise Baptist Church
6925 Wofford Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75227
Late Afternoon Walk - Blueallover Dallas & Collin counties:
4:00pm Meet-up and Training
4:30-6:30pm Walk
Parking Lot - Mt. Hebron Baptist Church
1233 State Hwy 66, Garland, Texas 75040
Includes precincts in far southern Collin County, Garland/Richardson and Rowlett.
Includes pizza party after at Siciliano's Italian Restuarant at 6:45pm, 2210 West Buckingham Road, Garland, Texas 75042
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Next Monday: DCDP Executive Committee Meeting Sept. 13 |
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The Dallas County Executive Committee will meet on Monday, September 13, 2010, at 6:30 PM, at the Communication Workers of America Hall, 1408 North Washington, Dallas, Texas 75204. This is the 3rd quarter meeting required by the DCDP's rules. It wil hear reports and may fill Precinct Chair vacancies and consider other business. For questions, please call Phyllis Grover at the DCDP office 214-821-8331.
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Upcoming Meetings And Events |
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(For the latest updates on local events,
and links to more info about these, always
check the DCDP
website Calendar.)
Wednesday, September 8 - Dallas Drinking Liberally (7- 10 PM, The Libertine Bar, 2101 Greenville Ave., Dallas)
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Thursday, September 9:- Summer of Justice House Parties with D.A. Craig Watkins Please visit www.craigwatkins.org to sign-up now and receive your House Party Kit. If you have any questions, please contact Joseph Amyson by email to joseph.amyson AT craigwatkins.org or 214-295-5715 (6 - 8 PM)
- State Representative Barbara Mallory Caraway Campaign Reception and Fundraiser She will be reciting lyrics from some of her favorite songs. Other musical performances by Roz'lyn Young, Mr. Wendell, Vandell Andrew, Sheneuqa Crockett, Khalil Atkinson, Kevin Hawkins II. For more information, call 214-946-3626. (Reception 6 - 6:45 PM, Program 7 PM, The African American Museum, 3536 Grand Avenue in Fair Park, Dallas)
- Preston Hollow Democrats 2nd Anniversary Celebration & Meet the Candidates Reception Guest Speaker Andrea White, wife of Bill White, Democratic candidate for Governor. Refreshments will be served. RSVPs are required by email to txsusie AT gmail.com by SEPT 8th. (6:30 - 8:30 PM, Bill White Dallas Campaign Headquarters, 5211 Forest Lane Ste#118 at Inwood Road [one block west and facing the North Dallas Tollway], Dallas)
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Saturday, September 11:- Cup-of-joe With County Treasurer Joe Wells Campaign yard signs and literature will be available. (Two times and locations: 9 - 10:30 AM, 4243 Hill Top Ln., Grand Prairie, and 11AM - 12:30 PM, 5918 Prospect Ave., Dallas)
- DCDP and OFA Megawalks See article above. (9 AM Dallas and 4 PM Garland)
- Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson's 18th Annual Community Appreciation Day Be sure to bring a canned good to be entered into the raffle. For questions, call Larry Traylor 214-922-8885. (11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Fair Park's Texas Discovery Gardens, Dallas)
Monday, September 13:- DCDP Executive Committee Meeting (6:30 PM, Communication Workers of American Hall, 1408 North Washington, Dallas)
Tuesday, September 14:- Reception for Chris Wilmoth for Dallas County Probate Court 2. (5 - 7 PM, Blue Mesa Grill, Inside Village on the Parkway [formerly Sakowitz Village], 5100 Beltline Road, Dallas)
- Fall Campaign Kick Off For Judge Ernest White (5:30 - 8 PM, Kirby's Woodfire, 3525 Greenville Avenue, Dallas)
- Dallas County Young Democrats (6:30 PM, Brooklyn's Jazz, 1701 S Lamar St., Dallas)
- PVL - A New Era (6:30 PM, Thurgood Marshall Rec Center. 5150 Mark Trail, Dallas)
Wednesday, September 15:- Garland Democratic Woman's Club (11:30 AM, Siciliano's Taste of Italy, 2210 W. Buckingham, Garland)
- An Evening with Chris Wilmoth Candidate for Dallas County Probate Court 2. RSVP to 214.734.2647. (6 - 8 PM, 6938 Lloyd Valley Ln., Dallas)
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Thursday, September 16:- Fundraising Reception for George W. Freeman , Candidate for Justice of the Peace, Dist. 3, Place 2. (5 - 7:30 PM, St. Pete's Dancing Marlin Restaurant & Bar, 2730 Commerce Street, Dallas)
- Judge Lynn Cherry Fundraiser (6 - 8 PM, Mattio's, 3011 Routh St. at Cedar Springs, Dallas)
Saturday, September 18:- Rowlett Democratic Club (3 - 5 PM, Rowlett Public Library, 3900 Main St., Rowlett)
- Lake Highlands / White Rock Democrats 16th Annual Chili Supper Fun, Fellowship and Fundraising. Chili from Famous Chili Chefs of the Lake Highlands/White Rock Democrats. Featured Speakers: State Representatives Eric Johnson, Carol Kent, and Allen Vaught. Tickets: $10 at the door. (6:30 - 9:30 PM, Dance Masters, 10675 E. Northwest Hwy, Dallas )
Sunday, September 19:- 27th Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade / Dallas Pride Festival at Lee Park Stonewall Democrats is Parade Entry # 8. Erin Moore, President of Stonewall is one of the Grand Marshals. Bill White, the Democratic Nominee for Governor of Texas will walking with Stonewall in the Parade! For questions email to jaynarey AT stonewalldemocratsofdallas.org. (2 PM, down Cedar Springs Road from Wycliff Ave. to Lee Park, 3333 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas)
Monday, September 20:- Fundraiser for Dale Tillery For Judge Dist. 134. NOTE NEW DATE. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, Hully and Mo's, in the Quadrangle, 2800 Routh St, Dallas)
Thursday, September 23:- Birthday celebration for Judge Carlos R. Cortez Please RSVP by calling Veronica at 214.526.7900 or RSVP by e-mail to carlos AT judgecarloscortez.com. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, 9746 Hathaway, Dallas)
- Reception for State Representative Eric Johnson $100 and up. RSVP to Anne Pederson at (512) 465-2162 or email to anne AT ProgressiveCapitol.com. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, 9239 Hathaway Street, Dallas)
- Reception for Judge Tena Callahan Appetizers & Beverages. (6 - 9 PM, 11484 Strait Lane, Dallas)
Thursday, September 30:- State Representative Yvonne Davis' Uptown Patio Party $50.00 - minimum contribution. For more information, please call 214-946-8808. (5 - 7 PM, Sambuca, 2120 McKinney Ave., Dallas)
Friday, October 1:- State Representative Eric Johnson's 35th Birthday and Texas/OU Weekend Kickoff Fundraiser (11:30 AM - 1 PM, Mattito's, 3011 Routh St., Dallas)
Friday, October 15:- DALLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY 10TH ANNUAL FISH FRY Tickets $35, or $25 for DCDP Sustaining Members. (6:30 PM, Sokal Hall, 7448 Greenville Ave., Dallas)
Monday, October 18 through Friday, October 29:
Tuesday, November 2::- Election Day Polls open 7 AM - 7 PM. For your precinct and voting locaion see dalcoelections.org.
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Contact Information
phone:
214-821-8331
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