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Larimer County Democrats News: October 19, 2011

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Message from the Chair
Election day is 13 days away! Your ballot must be received by the Larimer County Clerk by 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 1. Postmarks do not count!
This is an all mail-in ballot election.
If you did not receive a ballot in the mail, please contact the
Larimer County Clerk www.larimer.org/elections  to request a ballot. 
If you did not vote in 2010, a ballot will not be mailed to you, and you must contact the Larimer County Clerk to request a ballot. 
--William Russell
partyParty News
Thur, Oct 20: 
Larimer County Democrats Monthly Meeting
The Larimer County Democrats October Monthly meeting will be held in at Sofia's Bistro in Loveland. Come early for dinner (at 5:30 pm) or join us at 7:00 pm for the meeting.
Date & Time: Thursday, October 20, 7:00 pm
Location: Sofia's Bistro, 1120 N Lincoln, Loveland
For more info, contact [email protected] 
 
Important Dates
Tuesday, March 6, 2012: Democratic Precinct Caucuses.
Saturday, March 10, 2012: Larimer County Democrats Convention & Assembly
Saturday, April 14, 2012: Colorado Democrats Convention & Assembly in Pueblo
Email Anne Wilseck,[email protected], if you have any questions about Caucus, Conventions and Assemblies 
campaign
Campaign News
Sunday, November 6
"365 to Victory" Day of Action!
Sunday, November 6, 2011, marks one year out from Election Day 2012 - and the time to take action is now!
Join OFA Colorado teams supporting President Obama as we kick off our 365 days to victory voter registration drive. We'll be canvassing neighborhoods and tabling at local events to register voters across our community. Everything we do in 2011 will be absolutely crucial to our ability to elect Democrats up and down the ticket and keep the White House in 2012.
The time to get engaged is now. We hope you can join us.
For more information or to find a "365 to Victory" event nearest you call Alex Steele at 970-306-5280 or email at [email protected].

 

Organizing for America - Loveland

Come meet with top volunteers, make phone calls, write Letters to the Editor, knock on doors, plan events and make certain that our President is re-elected AND that he has a Congress who will work with him to support the People - not just big corporations and special interests.  Are You In?  We are making history, making friends for life and having a fabulous time.
Weekly Call Party/Canvass
Date & Time: Every Monday; 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mandolin Caf�; 210 E 4th Street; Loveland
RSVP: Doug 970 988-2060
East Loveland Team Meeting
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 19, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 605 Crescent Dr; Loveland
RSVP: Frank & Susan 970 667-1871
National Day of Action - 365 Days To Election Day
Day of Service - Voter Registration & Food Drives
Date & Time: Sunday, November 6, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (2 hour shifts)
Location: To Be Determined; Loveland
RSVP: Kathryn 714 317-3039
Letters to the Editor Workshop
Date & Time: Every Month - Next Workshop on November 12, 10:00 am - Noon
Location: Mandolin Caf�; 210 E 4th Street; Loveland
RSVP: Kathryn 714 317-3039
Omelets For America - Sunday Brunch
Don't miss this one! We gather every month to enjoy a home-cooked, hearty breakfast, catch up with neighbors and friends and to support a local charity, organization or political candidate. This month's brunch will be in support of the Larimer County Food Bank.  Come learn about hunger here in Larimer County and help make a difference in someone's life.
Date & Time: Sunday, November  13, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 6200 W 32nd St; Loveland
RSVP: Nancy 970 744-1498
West Loveland Team Meeting
Date & Time: Thursday, November 17, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: 1704 Firerock Ct; Loveland
RSVP: Bret 970 290-8137
community
Community News 

Saturday, October 22:   

Community Issues Forum w/ Reps. Fischer, Kefalas and Sen. Bacon Addressing Diabetes and Obesity in Northern Colorado
Join Representatives Randy Fischer and John Kefalas and Senator Bob Bacon (for the next in their series of fall Community Issues Forums, entitled "Addressing Diabetes and Obesity in Northern Colorado." Reps. Fischer and Kefalas will moderate the discussion. A panel of local experts in the areas of wellness, prevention, medicine, nutrition, and health policy will present information about the human impacts of diabetes and obesity in our communities with a focus on solutions for prevention, treatment, and control.  Panel members will also address the interconnection between diabetes and obesity and their contributions to rising healthcare costs.  There will also be discussion about efforts in Larimer County and state wide to address these diseases with innovative, proactive strategies. The panelists' presentation will be followed by a robust community dialogue.    
Date & Time: Saturday, October 22, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Location: Harmony Library, 4616 Shields Street, Fort Collins
Wheelchair Accessible
 
Wednesday, November 2:
The Breakfast Forum Social Club welcomes Dennis Valentine

Social Security is a most important topic with a myriad of misinformation. Join us for clarification and discussion with Dennis Valentine, Retired Attorney and volunteer speaker for AARP, who will address Social Security and its Financial Status.

The Breakfast Forum meets on the first Wednesday every month at the Fort Collins Hilton, The forum will meet on Wednesday, November 2, from 7:30 - 9:30 am.
Contribution of $5 covers cost of room, coffee, tea, and program.  
The Forum welcomes a nonperishable food item/$1 cash donation for the Food Bank.

Date & Time: Wednesday, November 2, 7:30 - 9:30 am
Location:
Fort Collins Hilton, 425 W. Prospect, Fort Collins
Please RSVP
by Saturday, October 29 to Lou Anderson at (970) 224-5018 or 
breakfastforum@gmail.com.  

community
Regular Meetings

Larimer County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting

October Meeting in Loveland. Monthly business meeting. All are welcome! 

Date & Time: Third Thursdays, 6:30 pm social, Meeting at 7:00 pm

Location: October: Sofia's Bistro, 1120 N Lincoln, Loveland  

Email [email protected] for questions or more information.


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