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Tuesday Dec 2 2014   
Toys for Tots Drive
   

We're currently accepting new and unused toys for our Toys for Tots drive. Toys can be dropped off at the DCDP office Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 4209 Parry Ave., Dallas, TX 75223 up until close of business on December 12th.  

 

You can also bring a new and unused toy to our Jingle Bell Bash on December 10th.

DCDP Jingle Bell Bash 2014
   
It's the most wonderful time of the year. So get spruced up and come celebrate another Democratic year in Dallas County.

New unwrapped toys are welcome for our Toys for Tots donation.

We don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup of cheer with elected officials, precinct chairs and activists.

Where: Stoneleigh P
             2926 Maple Avenue
             Dallas, TX 75201

When: Wednesday, December 10
            6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/561005467366078/

Thank You From Joe Wells
   
From possibly the nicest man in politics: "With a month left before my retirement after eight years as Dallas County Treasurer, and twenty years of work for Dallas County, this Thanksgiving I want to thank Dallas County Democrats for twice nominating me to run as their candidate for County Treasurer and the voters of Dallas County for twice electing me to serve. I am grateful to have had this public service opportunity and proud of the work that has been accomplished because of the dedicated hard working Dallas County Treasurer's office staff that it has been my honor to work with."

2014 Campaign Thank You Celebration
   
Hon. Harryette Ehrhardt invites you to a Democratic Celebration and Appreciation Party for:

Democrats Who Should Have Won - Democrats Who DID Win - Democrats Who Serve Us Now

Honorary Co-Hosts:
Susan Motley, Carol Donovan, and Leigh Bailey

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Come & Go from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

5731 Swiss Ave., Dallas, TX 75214

Please bring a small appetizer, dessert, or cheese tray.

We'll have spiced tea, fruit juice, coffee, and wine. Please feel free to invite all your Democratic friends.

Club of the Month: Irving Democrats
     
The Irving Democrats are a group of political activists that promote Democratic political activity and awareness and electing Democrats at all levels in Irving.

The mission of Irving Democrats, previously known as the Irving Democratic Club, is to promote Democratic political activity and awareness in Irving, Texas by doing the following: (1) creating a network of Irving residents who share a common belief in Democratic principles, (2) organizing and educating others about current Democratic issues in our community; (3) recruiting volunteers, Precinct Chairs, and Democratic candidates who support our purpose; and (4) electing Democratic candidates for county, state, and national office.

 

The Irving Democrats hold new business meetings every second Tuesday on each even month, and have social meetings every second Tuesday on each odd month. Join a meeting and find out what new project or activity the Irving Democrats have coming up!

 

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New Year's Day Swearing-In Ceremony
Thursday, Jan. 1: 10 AM - Noon

   
It's the moment our newly-elected and re-elected officials have been waiting for - the official swearing-in.

Join them for a brunch celebration on New Year's Day.

Start off 2015 with Dallas Democrats and cheer as our officials take their oath of office!

When: 10 AM to Noon, Thursday, January 1, 2015

Where: Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas 75207

Individual tickets are $50. Purchase online at this page:
Cash bar available.

Our Facebook page for this event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/797853100270740/

Thank you to our generous donors who make this event possible: Hon. Rafael Anch�a, Lisa Blue Baron, Judge-Elect Brandon Birmingham, David Bradley, Hon. Mary Brown, Hon. Tena Callahan, Hon. Carl Ginsberg, Hon. Mark Greenberg, Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson, the Lake Highlands/White Rock Democrats, Modjarrad & Associates PC, Judge-Elect Nancy Mulder, Hon. Doug Skemp, Hon. Ken Tapscott, Hon. Brenda Hull Thompson, Hon. Jeff Tillotson, Hon. Emily Tobolowsky, Hon. Tina Yoo-Clinton.

(photos from the last swearing-in on January 1, 2013)

From The Vaults
   
DCDP Executive Director Taylor Holden with the comically huge banner found yesterday.

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, December 2:

Irving Texas Democratic Women -- (6:30 PM, East China Buffet, 4023 W. Airport Fwy., Irving 75062)

Thursday, December 4:

Reception & Fundraiser For the Re-Election of John R. Ames -- Dallas County Tax Assessor/Collector. RSVP by email to John AT JohnRAmes.com. (5:30  -  7:00 PM, El Fenix Upstairs Room & Patio, 1601 McKinney Ave., Dallas 75202)

28th Annual Peacemakers Awards Dinner --
From the Dallas Peace Center. More information at https://www.facebook.com/events/854978047859761/. Tickets $75 each. Purchase Dinner Tickets Online at:
https://www.cftexas.org/dallas-peace-center-dinner  (Reception - 5:30 pm, Dinner 7 pm, Double Tree Hotel-Dallas Campbell Centre, 8250 N Central Expressway at Caruth Haven exit, Dallas 75206)

Friday, December 5:

Reception for Brandon Birmingham -- Judge-elect, 292nd Judicial District Court. Beer Food Fun. (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Barley House, 5612 SMU Blvd., Dallas 75206)

Drinking Liberally - Allen -- (6:30 PM, Two Rows, 711 Central Expy., Allen 75013)

A Night To Remember -- Please bring one child's toy for entry. Holiday cocktail attire. Hosts: Domingo Garcia, PC; Miller Weisbrod, LLP; West & Associates, LLP. Please reply by email to MGarza AT dgley.com or 214-941-8300 by November 28. (7 PM, Omni Dallas Hotel Dallas Ballroom, 555 S. Lamar St., Dallas 75202)

Saturday, December 6:

Dallas Chorizo and Menudo Community Breakfast -- Hosted by LULAC Chapter 102. (9 AM, El Ranchito Restaurant, 610 W Jefferson Blvd., Dallas 75208)

Park Cities Central Dallas Democrats -- Join us on December 6, 2014, to hear Linda Ender, AGE Director , The Senior Source, who will be speaking to us on issues for Seniors in Dallas, including City of Dallas Budget allocations in terms of services and programs for the elderly as well as advocacy efforts in the upcoming Texas Legislative Session of 2015. (10:30 AM-12:00 PM, 1st Saturday of the month, University Park Library, 8383 Preston Center Plaza, Suite 200, University Park 75225)

North Dallas Texas Democratic Women Holiday Party -- Silent Auction. Bring a food dish and a toy for charity. More details and RSVP at www.ndtdw.com. (6 PM, 17201 Hidden Glen Dr., Dallas 75248)

Dallas County East Democrats Holiday Party -- We ask every year that everyone attending please bring a unwrapped gift for the family we have adopted from Mesquite Social Services. Gift cards and cash donations are gladly accepted as well. Note this family has expressed a special need for school clothes and shoes for their school age kids [see details at:  
http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=7a09cd1249b6c117787fba44c&id=94d2e9539c&e=d5eac21f58 ].  (7 PM, Islamorada Fish Company [inside Bass Pro Shops], 1800 E Interstate 30, Garland) 

Monday, December 8:

Metrocrest Democrats -- (7 PM, NewNew Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Rd.[at Marsh Ln.], Addison 75001)

Tuesday, December 9:

Senator Royce West Fundraiser -- Contribute online at  http://royce-west.org/donate/ (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m, African American Museum of Dallas, 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas 75210)

Dallas County Young Democrats --
(6:30 pm, Sunset Lounge, 3030 Ross Ave., Dallas 75204)

Irving Democratic Club -- (7 PM, Senter Park East, 228 Chamberlain,  Irving) 

Dallas Drinking Liberally -- (7:30 pm, Uptown Pub, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas)

Wednesday, December 10:

DCDP Jingle Bells Bash 2014 -- See article above. (6:30 - 8:30 PM, Stoneleigh P, 2926 Maple Avenue, Dallas)

Thursday, December 11:

Preston Hollow Democrats 2nd Annual Holiday Party --
(6:30 - 10 PM, at Four Seasons Decorations, 139 Turtle Creek Blvd., Dallas 75207)

Coppell Drinking Liberally -- (6:30 PM, Esparza's Restaurante Mexicano [formerly Guero's], 817 South MacArthur Blvd #125 at Beltline, Coppell)

Garland Area Democratic Club -- (7:00 pm, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin St. [at Glenbrook], downtown Garland)

Friday, December 12:

Park Cities/Central Dallas Democrats Holiday Party -- Contribution to catering cost:  $15/guest. Dress:  festively casual. The Senior Source is our club's charity for this year.  We will collect contributions to help provide services for seniors in Dallas. (6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, 3610 North Versailles Avenue, Dallas 75209)

Saturday, December 13:

2014 Campaign Thank You Celebration -- See article above. (10 AM - 3 PM, 5731 Swiss Ave., Dallas 75214)

Mexican American Democrats of Texas -- Dallas CAUSA Chapter. (11 AM, 300 Centre St., Dallas 75208)

North Texas Asian Democrats Holiday Party -- RSVP to Michele Wong Krause 469-235-0000. (6 PM, 7735 Mullrany, Dallas 75248)

Tuesday, December 16:

Dallas County Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting -- (6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, CWA Union Hall, 1408 N Washington Ave., Dallas 75204)

Thursday, December 18:

2nd Annual Blankets for the Needy Reception -- The 162nd Civil District Court staff and Judge Phyllis Lister Brown ask for donations of new or gently used blankets to be dropped off at the court from Nov. 17 through Dec. 18th. (Noon, 162nd Dist. Court, 7th Floor, George Allen Courthouse, 600 Commerce St., Dallas 75202)

Thursday, January 1, 2015:

New Year's Day Swearing-In Ceremony -- See article above. (10 AM - Noon, Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas 75207 )
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4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas TX 75223
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