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Dallas County Democratic Party
Weekly Roundup          
Democratic news from Dallas County
 and beyond.
Tuesday Sept 23 2014   
Stonewall Wins Dallas Pride Parade Award
   
At this year's Alan Ross Pride Parade, the Stonewall Democrats of Dallas won (again) the award for Best Non-Profit Entry. Among the other Democrats with Stonewall at the Parade were candidates Senator Leticia Van de Putte (for Lieutenant Governor, shown above), Brandon Birmingham (for Judge, 292nd Dist.), Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, and Jennifer Bennett (for Judge, 265th Dist.) (all shown below).


DCDP Block Party Saturday!
 

Ain't no party like a DCDP Block Party!

Join the DCDP Street Team, elected officials, candidates, and supporters and help us talk to voters this Saturday at our Block Party Block Walk. We'll be grilling, walking, and spreading the word about straight ticket voting all Saturday long!

Sign up now if you've got the right stuff to block walk:
What: Block walk in Farmer's Branch
When: Saturday, September 27
Time: 9:30am to 3pm
    Shift 1: 9:30am to 1pm
    Shift 2: 11:30am to 3pm
Where: Meet at Farmer's Branch Park (13985 Dennis Ln. Farmers Branch, TX 75234)
Wear: cool clothes (the bluer the better), comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a hat
Block walk shift 1 kicks off at 9:30am, and shift 2 begins at 11:30am. Feel free to bring along a side to share and all the Democrats you know!

Don't forget to RSVP online here

and invite all your Facebook friends, too!

You can also reply by email to coordinatedcampaign AT dallasdemocrats.org
or call the Dallas County Democratic Party office at 214-821-8331 for more information.
Gubernatorial Debate Watch Party

   
 
Join the Dallas County Democratic Party to cheer on Wendy Davis in the only North Texas gubernatorial debate!

Our event is free to attend and first come-first seated.
Grab a friend, get your popcorn, go Wendy!

WHEN: Tuesday, September 30, 7-9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Angelika Film Center Dallas, 5321 E Mockingbird Ln #230, Dallas, TX 75206

Estamos empleando!
 
The Dallas County Democratic Party is seeking bilingual canvassers to knock on doors in September and October on weekends and evenings. Canvassers must have reliable transportation and should be fluent in both English and Spanish. For more information or to apply online click here.

Coordinated Campaign Benefit Evening 

Attend an evening benefiting the 2014 Dallas County Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign.

Thursday, October 2, 2014
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
401 Exposition Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75226
RSVP by email to eventrsvp AT dallasdemocrats.org

Contributions:
Donate online at DallasDemocrats.org, or mail your check to:
Dallas County Democratic Party, 4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75223

Sponsorships:
To be recognized as a sponsor, RSVP by Wednesday, October 1, and pledge at one of the following levels:
$25,000 Underwriter, $10,000 Platinum, $5,000 Gold, $2,500 Silver, $1,000 Bronze, $500 Copper, $250 Friend, $100 Supporter.

Thank you to our hosts and sponsors-to-date (current list online at this page).
DCDP Fish Fry Sponsorships Available Now
   
Each year the Dallas County Democratic Party's Fish Fry is our largest gathering of Democratic voters, officeholders and candidates, coming together for food, fellowship, and fun.We have an unprecedented statewide ticket and more than 100 Democratic candidates on the Dallas County ballot.

This year the event will once again be held at the Sokol Hall, 7448 Greenville Ave. (south of Walnut Hill), Dallas, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, on Friday, October 17.

Fish Fry proceeds fund the day-to-day operations of the Dallas County Democratic Party. (We receive no funding from the national Democratic Party or from the Texas Democratic Party.) Fish Fry sponsors are our vital base, which allows us to keep the party office open year-round, to start turning Texas blue and making Dallas County even bluer!

Sponsorships are available now. (Individual tickets later.) Please become a Fish Fry sponsor now at the highest level you can! Sponsor online at this page.

Block Walks & Phone Banks
 
Please RSVP for any of these to DCDP Field Director Jess Weldon by email to jess AT DallasDemocrats.org.

Monday and Thursday Phone Banks: Mondays and Thursdays, 6 - 8 PM DCDP HQ. Please bring a fully charged cell phone and RSVP to Jess Weldon.

Block Walks: Saturdays, at varying locations. Email Jess for details.
Upcoming Events and Meetings
 
(For the latest updates on local events, and links to more info about these, check out the DallasDemocrats on Facebook and Twitter, and the DCDP website Calendar. To add an event or make a change or correction, contact the party office or email the editor: BillHowellDCDP AT Yahoo.com.)

Tuesday, September 23:

Annie's List Annual Dallas Luncheon -- Keynote speaker Leticia Van de Putte. For more information call Annie's List Development Director Elizabeth Doyle at 512-481-8100. (11 AM - 1 PM, Hilton Anatole Dallas)

No More War! Press Conference & Rally -- North Texas Veterans For Peace, Iraq Veterans Against the War, and supporters respond to plans for more war. Facebook page here. (Noon, In front of the Earle Cabell Federal Building, 1100 Commerce St, Dallas)




Judge DMetria Benson Fundraising Reception for Judge D'Metria Benson -- County Court at Law #1. Watch her new campaign video at YouTube. Beverages, Appetizers. Featuring Harpist Merry Miller. RSVP by email to: judgebensoncampaign AT gmail.com. (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Times Ten Cellars, 6324 Prospect, Dallas 75214)

Prisoner civil right's clinic -- More info here. (5:30 pm, MLK Center Library, 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas 75215)

Richardson Democrats Organizing Phone Bank -- (6:30 PM, Venezia Italian Cafe, 908 Audelia Rd, #500, Richardson 75081)

Dallas County Texas Democratic Women -- (6:30 PM, 1400 Hi Line Drive at 35E, Dallas 75207)

Wednesday, September 24:

Meet and Greet for Leigh Bailey -- Candidate for State Representative Dist. 108. Wine and cheese. RSVP by email to: faithevans2 AT gmail.com or 914.564.9257. (6 pm to 7:30 pm, 6151 Chesley Lane, 75214)

Town Hall Meeting with Dr. Theresa Daniel -- Dallas County Commissioner District 1. Special Guests Councilmembers BJ Williams and Steve Stanley. (6 PM, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin St., Garland 75040)

Dallas County East Democrats -- Our Speaker will be DCDP Executive Director Taylor Holden, and Special Guest Democratic Candidate for US Senator Dr. David Alameel will be with us. (7 PM, Martinez Restaurant, 901 Gross Rd., Mesquite)


Thursday, September 25:

Greater Grand Prairie Hispanic Chamber with Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins -- (11:30 AM, Parent Involvement Center [Travis Elementary School Campus], 525 NE 15th St., Grand Prairie)

North Dallas Texas Democratic Women -- (6:45 pm, Northaven United Methodist Church, 11211 Preston Rd, Dallas)

Grassroots Democratic Coalition Monthly Meetup -- (7:30 PM, Black Eyed Pea Restaurant, 7979 Belt LIne Rd at Coit Rd., Dallas)

Saturday, September 27:

DCDP Block Party Block Walk -- See details in article above. (9 AM - 3 PM)

Rowlett Democratic Club -- (5 PM, First Christian Church, 7301 Miller Rd. [at Chiesa Rd, northeast corner], Rowlett)

Donkey Fest Fundraiser --  Special Guest John Cook, candidate for Land Commissioner. Great BBQ with all the fixin's, dessert, ice tea, and beer and wine to beat the heat - and the GOP. Suggested Donation - $25 per person, $5 for children 12 and under. RSVP by calling 940-566-1165 or purchase tickets on-line at Donkey Fest 2014.  (6 - 9 PM, North Texas Fairground, 2217 N. Carroll Blvd.,  Denton 76201)

Monday, September 29:

DCDP Monday Phone Bank -- For more info email Jess AT DallasDemocrats.org. (6 - 8 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas)

Tuesday, September 30:

Richardson Democrats Organizing Phone Bank -- (6:30 PM, Venezia Italian Cafe, 908 Audelia Rd, #500, Richardson 75081)

Thursday, October 2:

Fundraiser Reception for Brandon Birmingham -- Democratic candidate for Judge, 292nd Judicial District. RSVP or more info: email to birmingham4judge AT gmail.com. (5 - 7 PM,  Bowlounge, 167 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas 75207)

Evening Benefiting DCDP Coordinated Campaign -- See article above. (5:30 - 7:30 PM, 401 Exposition Avenue, Dallas)

Saturday, October 4:

DCDP Walktober Fest Block Walk -- Details later. (9 AM - 3 PM)

Dallas Chorizo and Menudo Community Breakfast -- Hosted by LULAC Chapter 102. (9:00 am to 11:00 am, El Ranchito Restaurant, 610 W Jefferson Blvd., Dallas)

Park Cities Central Dallas Dems -- (10:30 am to 12:00 pm, University Park Library, 8383 Preston Center Plaza, Suite 200, University Park, TX 75225)

Monday, October 6:

Last day to register to vote for the General Election.

Tuesday, October 7:

Dallas Democratic Forum with Leticia Van de Putte.

Constable Roy Williams 2nd Annual National Night Out Health & Safety Fair -- Vendors, free food, health screenings, free haircuts for kids and a kid zone!  (5:30 - 8 PM, Grand Prairie Sub-Courthouse, 106 W. Church St., Grand Prairie, Tx 75050)

Wednesday, October 8:

Drinks for Democracy Candidates and Officials Happy Hour -- A casual, non-partisan, meet and greet for voters and candidates. There will be drink specials available and appetizers. Candidates should send an email to info AT drinksfordemocracy if they are able to attend so that we can add their name to our event page. This event is free to attend. $5 suggested donations are appreciated to help the organization grow and host future events. (6 PM - 8 PM, at Lark on the Park, 2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas)

Thursday, October 9:

Throwback Party for Yvonne Davis -- State Representative HD 111. For more information call (972) 274-1627. (7 PM, Gilley's Dallas Southside Ballroom, 1135 S Lamar St, Dallas 75215)

Friday, October 10:

Texas/OU Weekend Birthday Fundraiser for Eric Johnson -- State Representative HD 100. Individual Guest $50.  To RSVP, please email info AT johnsonfortexas.com. (11:30 am to 1:00 pm, Mattito's, 3102 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas)

Saturday, October 11:



Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson 2nd Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser -- Please RSVP by October 1, 2014 by email to ebjcampaign AT gmail.com. Precinct Chairs $15 per person. Sponsorship Levels from Swordfish $2600 to Tilapia $250. Contribution Levels from Catfish $100 to Shrimp $25. Contribute online at this page. For more information contact Terri at 214-871-9291. (12:30 pm to 3:00 pm, Skyline Ranch, 1801 East Wheatland, Dallas 75211)

Friday, October 17:

DCDP Fish Fry donkey DCDP Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser -- The Dallas County Democratic Party's fall fundraiser. Sponsorships available. Tickets and more details later. See article above. (6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Sokol Hall, 7448 Greenville Avenue, Dallas)

Sunday, October 19:

Lake Highlands White Rock Democrats 20th Annual Chili Supper -- Join us for an evening of Fun, Fellowship and Fundraising, with Chili from Famous Chili Chefs of the Lake Highlands/White Rock Democrats, And a Fabulous Silent Auction.  Tickets: $15. (5 - 9 PM, Winfrey Point at White Rock Lake, 950 East Lawther, Dallas)

Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31:

Early Voting (Hours and locations will be posted at DallasCountyVotes.org)

Friday, October 24:

Last day to receive application for Ballot by Mail. 

Tuesday, November 4:

GENERAL ELECTION FOR 2014 -- (7 AM - 7 PM, Local precinct polling places)   

 
Contact:
Dallas County Democratic Party
4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas TX 75223
Phone: 214-821-8331     Fax: 214-821-0995
Website:  www.dallasdemocrats.org
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