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Events

OCDP Upper Club Reception Scheduled for August 3

The 2008 OCDP Upper Club Reception for members of OCDP's Hundred Club or higher is scheduled for August 3 from 2-4 PM. It will be held at the home of Nancy and Larry Quarles, 18131 Magnolia Parkway, Southfield, 48075. Governor James Blanchard and Janet Blanchard are special guests.  For details and to RSVP: call the OCDP Office at (248) 584-0510.

Brenda Lawrence for Oakland County Executive Fundraiser August 4

Please join candidate for Oakland County Executive Brenda Lawrence at a fundraiser Monday, August 4 at Salon Jacqueline & Spa, 29935 Northwestern Highway in Southfield.  

Time: 5:30 to 8 PM.
 

Contest!

Thai with the Treasurer!

The first 30 people to contribute $125 per individual or $200 per couple will be invited to a special 7-course Thai group dinner cooked by Andy Meisner.   If you wish to be included in this contest, RSVP to Jenny Suidan at jenny@andymeisner.com,

Nancy Pelosi in Ann Arbor August 7

Speaker Nancy Pelosi will be in Ann Arbor Aug 7 to discuss her new book, “Know Your Power.” She’ll be Borders, 612 E. Liberty, at 7 PM.  Event will include discussion, Q&A and a book signing.

9th District Democrats Annual
Picnic & Softball Game Aug 10

RSVP Online Today!
Join the 9th District Dems at Drake Park for a picnic that will feature great food and an unforgettable softball game.  Team captains will be Gary Peters and Sen. Carl Levin!  Join a team, play some softball, and have a great time!  For more information or to register for a team, contact Marie Weigold today!

Date: Sunday, August 10, 2008 RSVP
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Place: Drake Park, 6801 Drake Road, W. Bloomfield East side of Drake Road 1/4 mile S. of Maple Road

Gary Peters Reception with Senator Levin Aug 10

Join Senator Carl Levin and Hannan and Lisa Lis at the Lis home in Farmington Hills, Sunday afternoon August 10.  VIP reception: 3 PM, General Reception: 3:30 – 5 PM.

Information: Leora @ 248-737-2692 or email Leora@PetersForCongress.com  

To RSVP: http://www.actblue.com/page/levin

2-Day Camp Millie for Oakland & Macomb in Warren Aug 9 & 10

Billed as “Michigan's Progressive Democratic Political Action Training Program” this is a great program for new or experienced political volunteers who want to learn more about what it takes to help their favorite candidate win.  $35 tuition fee includes training materials and box lunches on Saturday and Sunday.  Sponsored by the Justice Caucus of MDP. 

To RSVP and for further details: www.justicecaucus.org 

Bowling For Barack Obama Aug 8!

WHAT? A Family Fundraising Event for Barack Obama for Change
WHEN? Friday, August 8, 2008 ~ 7:00 p.m. – Midnight
WHERE? Plum Hollow Lanes
21900 W. Nine Mile Rd. (at Lahser Rd.)
Southfield, MI
Phone: (248) 353-6540
Advance tickets: ($10 per person for 2 games) can be bought in advance at the bowling alley Wednesdays and Fridays from 3 – 7 PM.  Ticket pickup also on Friday, August 8 at 7pm

MORE INFORMATION:  Bowling for Barack Obama Committee: 248-474-3844
Sponsored by Western Oakland County Supporters for Obama.
All proceeds go to Obama for America.

PLANNING AHEAD…

August 16 - 9th and 8th District County Conventions

August 25-28 - Democratic National Convention – Denver, CO

September 6 - MDP State Convention Lansing Center - Lansing

Send event information to:

Oakland_Dems@ocdp.org

OCDP’s Wanda Reager enters hospice, family welcomes visitors

Regrettably, the condition of long-time Oakland County Democratic Party staffer Wanda Reager has continued to deteriorate since her series of strokes and subsequent brain surgery earlier this month. Wanda has entered hospice care in Room 6739 at William Beaumont HospitalRoyal Oak, 3601 W. Thirteen Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48072. Her family welcomes visitors to her room to “say good-bye” to this remarkable woman who has befriended and inspired so many with her devotion to the Democratic Party.  Please call the main number of Beaumont Hospital (248) 898-5000 and ask for the nursing station for room 6739 before your visit.

VOTE ON AUGUST 5:  Be Part of Moving Michigan Forward

Be a Write-In Candidate!  Filing Deadline August 1

YOU have a last chance to run for local office or precinct delegate on the August 5 ballot.  This is as a write-in candidate.  In a few communities in Oakland County, the Democratic Party does not have candidates for all positions on the August 5 ballot.  This could include local offices and/or precinct delegate for your precinct.  You can run for an office and also for precinct delegate simultaneously.  In order for votes for your name to be counted, you have to register to be a write-in.  Forms are at your local Clerk’s office.  This form must be turned back into the Clerk by their office close of day on Friday, August 1. 

Candidate Information Online

The Oakland County Democratic Party has an outstanding slate of candidates up and down the ballot.  For more on the races, from the presidential through the county commission races, visit “Candidate Information” on  the OCDP website.  There are maps to help you determine the voting districts you live in, which races have primaries, and contact information for campaigns..

Mary Ellen Brennan and Rebecca Walsh endorsed by Free Press Click here to read the article.

Please support the Judicial Candidates who are endorsed by OCDP: Mary Ellen Brennan and Rebecca Walsh for Judge of Circuit Court, 6th Circuit; Mark Frankel for Judge of Probate Court; and Bill Richards for Judge of 46th District Court.

 

“KNOCKING THE 9th” on Sat Aug 9 - The 9th District’s Biggest Door-to-Door Effort to Date

Join Team Gary Peters, Democratic supporters and allies as we join together to hit the streets, in support of Democratic Campaigns all across Oakland County.  Be a part of history, Changing Washington starts here in the 9th District!  Opportunities available from 10 AM till 4 PM.

Three staging areas:

9th District Coordinated Campaign Headquarters: 516 N. Main St., Clawson MI

Tanbark Office Center: 5600 W. Maple Rd., Suite 316, West Bloomfield MI

Home of State Rep Candidate Scott Hudson: 2983 Stephanie Court, Waterford MI

To get involved, please email actionalert@petersforcongress.com or call the 9th District Coordinated Campaign Headquarters at (248) 588-9585.

8th District US House Candidate Bob Alexander's campaign kick off event in OC
Change is coming to mid-Michigan, and Bob Alexander is leading the way in his run for the 8th District US House seat.  His kick off in Oakland County last week reflected his dedication to American jobs, energy innovation, and environmental stewardship.  As a demonstration of how to foster America's energy independence, protect the environment, and safeguard Michigan jobs, Alexander took delivery of the new Malibu Hybrid, a car that has a better MPG rating and a smaller carbon footprint than the Honda Accord.  See the story in the July 25 Oakland Press: Click here to read the article.
Learn more about the campaign. Click here

OCDP OTR Banner

           Join OCDP On The Road & the North Oakland Democratic Club  at the Celebrate OXFORD Festival 

                       Saturday, August 2
                      10 AM - 5 PM

Join us! This day-long festival in downtown Oxford has something for everyone - and Art & Exhibit Fair, Taste of Oxford, Classic Car Show and Kid's Town.  Magic 105.1 will be broadcasting live.  This event draws from surrounding areas in North Oakland and is an Excellent place for YOU to meet and greet people, many of whom are more interested than ever this year in Democratic.  We'll have visits from County-wide and area Candidates including US House Rep candidate Bob Alexander and more.  We'll have candidate lit and plenty of Obama yard signs, bumper stickers and buttons. 

Date:  Saturday, August 2 
Place:
Downtown Oxford Michigan, just west of S. Washington (Lapeer Road) and West Burdick Street.  We're in the Business and Expo Tent in the North west parking lot.                                  
Time:
  Set-up is at 9:30 AM.  The booth will be open from 10 AM to 5 PM.  You may choose to work one or more of the shifts: Set-up to 1 or 1to 4 PM. 

OCDP Booth:  We'll be in the Business Expo Tent located We'll have lots of information and candy to hand out.  We'll be collecting Voter ID's and signing up Volunteers as well as promoting OCDP and NODC memberships. 

Dress:  Please wear long pants; khaki's preferred.  We'll have Oakland County Democratic Party logo T-shirts as well as various Candidate logo T's for you to wear on top.  This is a rain or shine event. 

RSVP for Volunteers:  Sign up today on the OCDP Volunteer Page - choose 8/2 Celebrate Oxford  Click here.
Any questions?  Please contact pwreid1@aol.com This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Phone 248-802-9203 or JaynehMDA@aol.com. Phone 248-909-1493

JOIN THE MOTION!

Please join OCDP On The Road, a group of volunteers that will be appearing at festivals and events throughout Oakland County this summer and fall.  For more information, visit us on the web: Click here.

Obama items in Royal Oak and 3 other locations

In addition to the OCDP in Royal Oak, Obama items now available in Rochester Hills, call 248-652-8781 and in Bloomfield Hills, call 248-335-0021 and North Oakland, call 248-922-9203.

We’re extending the special offering of free bonuses with all your Barack Obama lawn signs.  When you make a $20 contribution, you will receive two lawn signs and a bonus bumper sticker and button.  Give your extra sign to a friend or family member. 

Contribute $30 and get three signs and we will throw in two bumper stickers and two buttons.

Buttons and bumper stickers are also available separately for a $3.00 contribution.

OCDP office hours 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.  We're located at 515 S. Lafayette, Suite C in downtown Royal Oak at the corner of 6th Street and Lafayette. The entrance is on 6th Street.  Free parking is available on Lafayette in the parking structure.  You can call the office at 248-584-0510 for further information or e-mail, info@ocdp.org.  Cash or Check only made out to OCDP.

Paid for by OAKLAND COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY, 515 S. Lafayette, Ste C, Royal Oak, MI 48067. www.ocdp.org and not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. Your donation may be used in connection with federal elections, and is subject to the limits and prohibitions of the Federal Campaign Act. If you are an individual paying more than $200 to the OCDP this year, federal law requires we use our best efforts to report occupation and employer information.