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Message from the Chair
Two of our Larimer County Democratic candidates, Joann Ginal and Karen Stockley, are taking a moment off the campaign trail this Friday evening to support the Blueflower Fund. The Blueflower Fund is a Colorado small donor committee dedicated to electing Democratic women to public office in Colorado. In 2008, this fund supported 19 women, and chalked up 13 victories.
--William Russell
"Continuing to support Democratic, pro-choice women in their quest for elected office is an important investment in Colorado's future."
--former Colorado State Treasurer Cary Kennedy
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 Party News
Volunteers needed for Cinco de Mayo
We need help staffing the Cinco de Mayo booth on Saturday, May 5 and Sunday May 6; two-hour shifts are available from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm both days. We will also need help setting up the booth on Saturday morning and tearing it down on Sunday night.
Please contact Kristin Stephens at volunteer@larimerdems.org or call 970-581-7580 if you can work a shift. Volunteers Needed to Staff our Office
As we get closer to the election, we would like to have a full staff for our office on Mason Street. We are looking for people who can commit to a two-hour shift once a week for the rest of the year. We would like volunteers who have some computer experience and who are comfortable answering the phone and greeting the public. If you are interested, please contact Kristin at volunteer@larimerdems.org or at 970-581-7580. |
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Campaign News
Wednesday, May 2:
House Party for Jared Polis
Please join Congressman Jared Polis at the home of Jennie Arndt for a house party. There will be food, drink, and conversation about the issue that matter to you! Hope you can join us! All events are free and open to the public.
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 2, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: 1603 W Mulberry, Fort Collins
RSVP: 303.381.0121 or rsvp@polisforcongress.com
Friday, May 4:
Blueflower Fundraiser at the home of Joann Ginal
Please join hosts:
Joann Ginal, Candidate for House District 52
Martha Coleman, Larimer County Democrats Treasurer
Kristin Stephens, Larimer County Democrats Volunteer Coordinator
Anne Wilseck, Larimer County Democrats Secretary
Kristina Bulik-Holcum
Sandra K. Russell
Beverly Schmitt
Suzanne Trask
(Host committee in formation)
at the home of Joann Ginal for a fundraiser for The Blueflower Fund.
The Blueflower Fund is a small donor committee dedicated to helping Democratic women get elected to public office. Blueflower has supported many of our local women candidates. Please join this host committee in supporting this critical work. We will be serving food and beverages suitable for a Friday evening.
Individual contributions to small donor committees are limited to $50 per year.
Date & Time: Friday, May 4, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: Joann Ginal's home, 316 East Magnolia, Fort Collins
Contact Anne Wilseck, Secretary@larimerdems.org to help sponsor this event or to RVSP.
Saturday, May 12: Karen Stockley for Commissioner House Party
Please join hostess Charlotte Miller for a fundraising party to help Karen become our next commissioner !!! Karen is a hard working leader in our community who will do a great job serving the families of Larimer County. Remember that even though Karen comes from District 3, all voters, countywide, vote for Karen. So come, bring a friend, enjoy some refreshments, and help support Karen.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 12, 4:00-7:00 pm
Location: the home of Charlotte Miller, 2875 Blue Leaf Dr., Fort Collins
RSVP: Charlotte Miller, (970) 207-1933
Learn more about Karen: http://karenstockley.com
Monday, May 14:
Congressman Polis' 37th Birthday Celebration
Please join hosts: Sen. Bob Bacon & Bev Schmitt, Rep. Randy & Kathy Fischer, Joann Ginal, Shelly Hill, Donn and Linda Hopkins, Rep. John Kefalas, Randy & Nancy Morgan, Hon. Lisa Poppaw, Stacy Plemmons, Annah & Paul Schnaitter, William Russell, Paul Versteeg, Gary Wockner
For Congressman Jared Polis' 37th Birthday Celebration.
Host: $100, Ticket: $37
Date & Time: Monday, May 14, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: At the home of Paul Versteeg, 1018 Harbor Walk Court, Fort Collins
RSVP to Kate Siegel at Kate@polisforcongress.com or 303-819-2561
Organizing for America - Fort Collins
We're actively building our grassroots volunteer base in Fort Collins. Please join one of our teams and help us work to re-elect President Obama. You can also visit
NE Fort Collins Weekly Phonebank
Date & Time: Every Wednesday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: OFA Headquarters, 401 S. Mason St. Fort Collins
NW Fort Collins Weekly Phonebank
Date & Time: Every Tuesday; 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: OFA Headquarters, 401 S. Mason St. Fort Collins
SE Fort Collins Weekly PhonebankDate & Time: Every Wednesday; 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: 805 E. Drake Rd, Scotch Pines Clubhouse, Fort Collins;
SW Fort Collins Weekly Phonebanks
Date & Time: Every Monday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Obama HQ, 401 S. Mason St. Fort Collins
RSVP: Mary Freeland 970-214-5281
Date & Time: Every Wednesday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Obama HQ, 401 S. Mason St. Fort Collins
RSVP: Patsy Morris, 970-225-6028
Date & Time: Every Thursday, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: 2218 Bronson St, Fort Collins
RSVP: Kristina Bulik-Hocum, 970-266-8562
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Community News
Saturday, May 5:
Town Hall Meeting with Rep. Fischer, Rep. Kefalas & Sen. Bacon
Please join Reps. Fischer & Kefalas and Sen. Bacon for their last Town Hall meeting of this legislative session. This is an opportunity for constituents to bring all of their questions, comments and ideas for the lively discussion. The legislators will wrap up and report all the legislative work that has been accomplished this year and want to receive constituents' feedback. These three local legislators are looking forward to seeing everyone for their final Town Hall this session.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Location: Harmony Library, FRCC Campus, 4616 South Shields Street, Fort Collins
Tuesday, May 8
Health District of Northern Larimer County Election The Health District of Northern Larimer County Election will be held on Tuesday, May 8. Voters will choose among five candidates, to fill two seats on the five-member board. Candidates are elected at-large to serve four-year terms.
The Health District of Northern Larimer County is supported through local property taxes to serve residents of Fort Collins, Laporte, Timnath, Wellington, Livermore, Red Feather Lakes and other unincorporated areas of northern Larimer County. Services provided include prescription assistance, preventive dentistry, mental health and health planning.
Polling places are the Health District Office, 120 Bristlecone Dr., and Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 4501 S. Lemay, both in Fort Collins.
Mail-in ballots are available for those who submit an Application For Permanent Mail-in Voter Status.
Applications for mail-in ballots can be requested from Judy Robison-Bullard, designated election official, at 224-5209, or by email at jrobison@healthdistrict.org . The application also can be downloaded at www.healthdistrict.org/election and is printed in the spring issue of the Health District's Compass publication, which was mailed to district residents in early April.
To receive a ballot by mail, the application must be signed and returned to the Health District by Tuesday, May 1. Those who wish to pick up their ballots at the Health District Office must return the application by Friday, May 4.
In order to be counted, mail-in ballots must be returned and received at the Health District by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
Tuesday, May 8: Democratic Business Coalition William Russell, Larimer County Democrats chairman will be the featured speaker at the May Democratic Business Coalition lunch.
Reserve a catered lunch ($10.00 from Dorothy's Catering), or brown bag it.
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 8, noon Location: Home State Bank, Community Room, 303 E. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins
The Tim Caffrey Show
The Tim Caffrey Show with Cathy Kipp and Susan Gutowsky on Fort Collins Comcast channel 97 on Wednesday May 2, 2012 at 7:00 pm. For more information please follow the link, The Tim Caffrey Show.
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Regular Meetings
Larimer County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting
Monthly business meeting. All are welcome!
Date & Time: Third Thursdays, 6:30 pm social, Meeting at 7:00 pm
Location: Larimer County Democrats HQ, 606 S. Mason Street, Fort Collins
Email Secretary@LarimerDems.org for questions or more information.
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Contact Us
Visit www.larimerdems.org/officers.html for a full list of Larimer County Democrats elected leaders and committee chairs.
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Newsletter Submission Information
Our deadline for newsletter items is Sunday at 5:00 pm for publishing by email on Tuesday mornings. Most items are limited to 75 words (not including title and "date & time, location, contact" type information). If your submission is longer, it will be cut. We suggest including a link for additional information. We will run each newsletter item up to two times. Please send newsletter items to newsletter@larimerdems.org
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The Larimer County Democratic Party distributes information on candidates and candidate events and invites candidates to speak at our party functions because this information is helpful to those who care about political progress. The Larimer County Democratic Party Newsletter includes announcements of events for independent groups and initiatives not affiliated with the Democratic Party. Inclusion here is for information only and does not imply an endorsement. Paid for by the Larimer County Democratic Party.
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