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September 15, 2010 DCDP Weekly Roundup
Democratic news from Dallas County and beyond.
Treasure Hunt At This Saturday's Megawalk
 

This is a walk supporting all Democratic candidates, in partnership with OFA, the Rep. Kirk England Campaign and the Dr. Elba Garcia Campaign. Hidden treasure in the form of $100 gift credit cards will be waiting for 5 lucky walkers at 5 secret homes sprinkled throughout the targeted precincts. Who will find the treasure knocking on doors?

Volunteers will work in pairs, and walks are short and easy to complete. DCDP and OFA will provide complete training and supplies, including water and light refreshments.

Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010
9:00 AM meet
9:30-12:30 walk
Meet up location:
Campaign Office of Rep. Kirk England
4242 S Carrier Parkway
Grand Prairie TX 75052-3213
Monday: DDF Presents Jeff Weems, RR Comm Candidate
 

On Monday, September 20, the Dallas Democratic Forum will present Jeff Weems, Democratic nominee for Texas Railroad Commission, speaking at the Forum's luncheon on "A New Vision for Oil and Gas Oversight: Critical Issues in North Texas". Jeff Weems is unique: an energy insider who knows the oil and natural gas industry and cares about the consumer. He has worked on oil rigs, as a drilling mud representative, and as a landman, and is now a partner in a law firm in Houston, where he has also been a Democratic Precinct Chair.

As usual, this will be at the Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201. 11:30 AM - Registration/Buffet; 12:00 - Program. It's $25 for regular members of the Forum, and $35 for guests. Please RSVP by Voice Mail to 214-855-7151 or by email to wdgriggs AT yahoo.com.
Monday: Important Redistricting Meeting
 

Next year new district lines will be drawn for legislative and other districts in Texas, and the process has already begun. On Monday, September 20, at noon in the Central Jury Room of the George Allen Courthouse building, 600 Commerce St. in downtown Dallas, there will be a joint public hearing on the issue. This will be before a combined panel of the House Committee on Redistricting, the House Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence and the Senate Select Committee on Redistricting. The Dallas hearing is one of several scheduled to take place across the state. Legislators from throughout Texas will take part in these hearings. For more information, please call (214)467-0123.
Upcoming Meetings And Events
 

(For the latest updates on local events, and links to more info about these, always check the DCDP website Calendar.)

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)
  • Northwest Dallas Democrats (7:30 PM, Taco Cabana, 11824 Webb Chapel Rd., Farmers Branch)
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)
  • Far North Dallas Democrats (7 - 8:30 PM, Sonny Bryan's, SE corner Campbell and Coit, Richardson)
  • Coppell Democrat (7 - 9 PM, Siena Pasta & Pizza, 780 S Macarthur Blvd # 100, Coppell)
Saturday, September 18:
  • North Oak Cliff Democrats Breakfast (9 AM, Norma's Cafe in Oak Cliff, Dallas)
  • Southwest Democrats (10 AM, Ranch Steakhouse, 1435 N HWY 67, Ste 200, Cedar Hill)
  • 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. Beverages and Hors d'oeuvres. RSVP 214-957-6288. NOTE NEW DATE. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, Hully and Mo's, in the Quadrangle, 2800 Routh St, Dallas)
  • Party on the Patio for State Representative Allen Vaught Donations $50 and up. RSVP 214.826.7179 or by email to amy AT allenvaught.com. (6 PM, Matt's Rancho Martinez, 6332 La Vista, Dallas)
  • North Texas Asian Democrats (7:30 - 8:30 PM, Hunan Dynasty, 8150 N Macarthur Blvd., Irving)
Tuesday, September 21:
  • Stonewall Democrats of Dallas (6:30 PM Ojeda's Restaurant, 4617 Maple Ave., Dallas)
  • Texas Coalition of Black Democrats (6:30 PM, Moorland YMCA, 907 E. Ledbetter Rd., Dallas)
 
Thursday, September 23:
  • Reception for Tonya Parker for Judge 116th Civil District Court. Complimentary Appetizers & Beverages. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, Fish & Richardson PC, 1717 Main Street, Suite 5000, Dallas)
 
  • 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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