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First off, the next meeting of the Hamilton County Democratic Women will feature the entire group of 9 candidates for state representative that represent Hamilton County. It should be an ideal time to learn about these candidates and ask questions of them.
March 12 at 3:00 pm
Fishers Library Meeting Room

Second, the Indiana Democratic Women’s Federation Club Spring Fling is Saturday March 25,2006. It will be held at the Knights of Columbus, 511 E. Thompson Road. Speaker will be Cordelia Lewis Burks, Vice Chair of the Indiana Democratic Party will be speaking, and state and local candidates will also attend. Registration 10:30 AM, business meeting /speaker lunch at 12:00 noon.Cost for lunch is $15.00. Please RSVP by 3/23/06. Register by phone 317-736-4886 or 765-452-5218. Individual dues are $5.00 and may be paid at the meeting. Dues for County clubs are $25.00 per year.We want to thank the Johnson County Women’s club for hosting this meeting.

This came from the Hamilton County Club.

Dear Hamilton County Democratic Club Members and Friends,

This month is a very special month for the Hamilton County Democratic Club.
We will host a talk by Congressman Andy Jacobs, one of Indiana’s most
effective and beloved Democrats.

Congressman Jacobs represented Indiana districts 10 and 11 for fifteen
terms. Currently, he lectures on the state and national level regarding
issues that touch middle America and its abuse by the unscrupulous and
uninformed. Andy is currently an IUPUI adjunct professor of political
science, teaching courses on American politics and the US Congress. Few have
Mr Jacob’s breadth of knowledge and insight into these Institutions

Signed copies of Andy’s latest book, _The 1600 Killers_, will be available
by lottery to 20 lucky loyal Democrats.

Please do join us on January 25, 6:30PM, at the Fox and Hound restaurant
located just south of Lowes, at the intersection of 146th Street and
Greyhound Pass in Carmel (from the 31, turn east on Greyhound Pass).

Best wishes to all.

Sincerely,
Jason M. Kelly
President, Hamilton County Democratic Club
http://www.hcdemocrats.org/club.htm

The Hamilton County Dem Women’s group June 26th meeting has been rescheduled for July 10 due to the closing of the library because of the Fisher’s Freedom fest celebration.

Via the Indiana Young Democrats mailing list:

The Howard County Young Democrats are hosting former Lt. Gov. Kathy Davis for an ice cream social Wednesday evening at Highland Park in Kokomo from 6-8 p.m. The invitation is attached — come if you can!

Directions to Highland Park:
(Contact Tonya Robertson, HCYD President on cell phone at 765-513-0198)
From Indy and Cities south of Kokomo:
Take US 31 North to Markland Ave (also Indiana 22) and turn West (left) onto Markland.
Follow Markland Ave to Webster St and turn South (left)onto Webster.
Follow Webster to Defenbaugh St and turn West (right) onto Defenbaugh.
Follow Defenbaugh into Highland Park and follow the signs to the famous Old Ben and gigantic tree stump - the open shelter is directly across the parking lot from them.

Drinking Liberally: Indianapolis is holding their first cookout on Saturday, June 25th at 1pm. Drinking Liberally is a weekly “happy hour” for liberals, progressives, Democrats and anyone fed up with the current state of affairs. The cookout is an attempt to broaden our numbers and at the same time have some good food on a nice summer day.

If you are interested in coming, please RSVP to indianapolis@drinkingliberally.org for the location (in the Broadripple area).

The weekly e-mail list is a product of the Marion County Democratic Headquarters. If you have any questions about the events, or wish to be added to this list call Jen at 637-3366.

The deadline for additions to the weekly list is Friday, for the next week.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2005
7:00 pm, Franklin Township Democratic Club, Franklin Township Informer, 8822 Southeaster Avenue (2 buildings west of the Ordinary in Wanamaker. A group gathers around 6:00 pm for dinner at the Ordinary. All are invited! SPEAKER: Dr. Charles Warren, Research Manager, Institute for Working Families: “SOCIAL SECURITY - CRISIS OF CHALLENGE.”

Wednesday, June 22, 2005
7:00 pm, Lawrence Township Democrat Club, Greetings to all my fine Democrat friends! Just a reminder that our next meeting is Wednesday, the 22nd of June. At the last meeting, Debra Cooper who is in charge of the 4th of July activities, requested that each member bring a bag of individually wrapped candy. The candy will be tossed to the children by our members who will be riding on the float. So don’t forget your candy! Also, if you have not paid your LTDC dues, please try to do so at the meeting. Dues are only $5.00. So come join us and bring a friend! Joyce Kruse

Saturday, June 25, 2005
8:30 am, CONCERNED CLERGY, Carson Government Center, 300 East Fall Creek Parkway.

8:30 A.M To 10:30 A.M. By Popular demand, the ladies of the Southside Democrat club will sponsor a BIG CADILLAC BREAKFAST (pan cakes or waffles and sausage) At our clubhouse 1135 Shelby St. Advanced tickets can be purchased for $5.00. One Ticket Holder will win $100 Government Bond. Come and have breakfast with some good Democrats That You Support
>>>>Larry Ryan, President

11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Carl L Drummer, Center Township Trustee’s 11th Annual Fun Fest for Kids. 800 Block Massachusetts Avenue. FREE!!! FUN FOOD GAMES RIDES HORSEBACK RIDING REFRESHMENTS MOONWALKS INFORMATION BOOTHS ENTERTAINMENT CELEBRITIES SPECIAL GUESTS
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June 29 - Community, Faith & Labor Prayer Breakfast - 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 - $10 at Christ Church Cathedral on the circle - featuring Rev. Darren Cushman Wood, author of “Blue Collar Jesus” - for more info: nancyholle1@aol.com. RSVP needed for meal.
Thanks, Nancy

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Decatur Township
Upcoming is the 58th annual Decatur Central Lions Club 4-H Fair, to be held nightly Wednesday-Saturday, July 6-9, on the campus of DCHS on Kentucky Ave. Decatur Democrats welcome visitors to their booth, which will feature some attractive silent auction items.

Adjacent to our booth will be the Leadership Development Institute, headed by Executive Director Joe Potesta. He will offer valuable information for the recruitment of apprentices for the Building Trades in Indiana.

The Fair’s food tent offers Pork Chop Dinners and a budget-minded ala carte menu, served by the Lions Club. The Fair is an annual homecoming event that attracts upwards of 25,000 patrons during its four-night run, with carnival rides for all ages provided by Burton Bros. Bring the family!

A neighborhood motor parade, led by the award-winning DCHS marching band, will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 9. Any and all Democrat office holders and ‘06 candidates are invited to participate. Call Decatur Club Vice President Jon Easter, 856-8541, for details.

Decatur Democrats do not take a summer vacation! There is simply too much to do.
Paul G. Fox, President

MARION COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY WEEKLY LIST
June 13 - June 19, 2005
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The weekly e-mail list is a product of the Marion County Democratic Headquarters. If you have any questions about the events, or wish to be added to this list, you may call Jen at 637-3366.

The deadline for additions to the weekly list is Friday, for the next week.
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Tuesday, June 14, 2005
7:00 pm, United Wayne Township Democrat Club, LBC Community Center, 709 S. Lynhurst Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241 (on Lynhurst between Rockville Road & Washington Street, at the corner of Delma and Lynhurst Drive). SPEAKER: Robert Voothies, President of the Indiana AFL-CIO Central Labor Council (CLC) and member of the IBEW. Bob will will address the current status of Unions in America, as well as discuss what Democrats can do to work with the Labor Unions to strengthen America.

Wednesday, June 15, 2005
6:45 pm, Washington Township Democratic Club, Knights of Columbus, 2100 East 71st Street (left off of Keystone).

Saturday, June 18, 2005
8:30 am, CONCERNED CLERGY, Carson Government Center, 300 East Fall Creek Parkway.

8:00 M. Wayne Township’s Mayor’s Pancake Breakfast has been CANCELLED and moved to October. Stay tuned!

6:30 p.m, June 18 - 2005 Elwood Black Scholarship Dinner -. at IBEW Local 481, 1828 N. Meridian, $30 each or $240 for table of 8 (donations for the Elwood Black Scholarship Fund are also being accepted) - for more info: nancyholle1@aol.com RSVP needed for dinner.

Sunday, June 19, 2005

June 20, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Back again by Popular Demand! Please join State Representative Mae Dickinson for:.
Afternoon Desert Social at the Firefighters Local 416, 748 Massachusetts Avenue
RSVP Kirsten Self, 231-6291. Suggested Contribution: $25.00
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Marion County Democratic Party, VICTORY OPEN, TUESDAY, June 21, 2005:
When: Tuesday, June 21st. 7:00 a.m. Registration, 8:00 a.m. Shotgun start.
Where: Smock Golf Course, 3910 E. County Line Road.
Price: $175 per golfer, ($150 per golfer for Chairman’s, City, and Circle Club members)
Hole Sponsorships: $300 each. ($250 each for City and Circle Club Members)
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Lawrence Township Democrat Club
Greetings to all my fine Democrat friends! Just a reminder that our next meeting is Wednesday, the 22nd of June.

At the last meeting, Debra Cooper who is in charge of the 4th of July activities, requested that each member bring a bag of individually wrapped candy. The candy will be tossed to the children by our members who will be riding on the float. So don’t forget your candy!

Also, if you have not paid your LTDC dues, please try to do so at the meeting. Dues are only $5.00. So come join us and bring a friend! Joyce Kruse

June 29 - Community, Faith & Labor Prayer Breakfast - 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 - $10 at Christ Church Cathedral on the circle - featuring Rev. Darren Cushman Wood, author of “Blue Collar Jesus” - for more info: nancyholle1@aol.com RSVP needed for meal.

Thanks, Nancy

Decatur Township

Upcoming is the 58th annual Decatur Central Lions Club 4-H Fair, to be held nightly Wednesday-Saturday, July 6-9, on the campus of DCHS on Kentucky Ave. Decatur Democrats welcome visitors to their booth, which will feature some attractive silent auction items.

Adjacent to our booth will be the Leadership Development Institute, headed by Executive Director Joe Potesta. He will offer valuable information for the recruitment of apprentices for the Building Trades in Indiana.

The Fair’s food tent offers Pork Chop Dinners and a budget-minded ala carte menu, served by the Lions Club. The Fair is an annual homecoming event that attracts upwards of 25,000 patrons during its four-night run, with carnival rides for all ages provided by Burton Bros. Bring the family!

A neighborhood motor parade, led by the award-winning DCHS marching band, will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 9. Any and all Democrat office holders and ‘06 candidates are invited to participate. Call Decatur Club Vice President Jon Easter, 856-8541, for details.

Decatur Democrats do not take a summer vacation! There is simply too much to do.
Paul G. Fox, President

Sorry these haven’t been up lately. Gmail was eating them as spam for some reason but that’s been fixed and we’re back on track! So for the latest from teh Marion County Democratic Party email list….

(Scroll to the bottom of this entry for information on the MCDP Victory Open golf tournament)

MARION COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY WEEKLY LIST
June 6 - June 12, 2005
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The weekly e-mail list is a product of the Marion County Democratic Headquarters. If you have any questions about the events, or wish to be added to this list call Jen at 637-3366.

The deadline for additions to the weekly list is Friday, for the next week.

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Thursday, June 9, 2005
7:00 pm, Warren Township Democratic Club, Warren Township Government Building, 501 N. Post Road. Speaker: Mike Perry, Indygo.

Saturday, June 11, 2005
8:30 am, CONCERNED CLERGY, Carson Government Center, 300 East Fall Creek Parkway.

Decatur Argosy Bus Trip is Cancelled

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Decatur Township
MESSAGE FOR WEEKLY DEMOCRAT E-MAIL NETWORK
Contrary to the realities of most townships in Marion Co., Decatur has relatively few minorities. But our demographics are changing, largely due to an increasing influx of young families attracted to township schools and affordable housing.

It is a challenge to Decatur Democrats to seek out African American and Latino households, especially, to enlist them into our political party and to integrate them into the mainstream of enlightened and dedicated voters.

Toward that goal, our precinct committee persons are diligently greeting the newcomers and helping them to become registered for the ‘06 elections, crucial to the inclusive Democrat cause both locally and nationally.

We are attempting in Decatur Twp to form a viable coalition of Democrats, representing labor unionists, minorities, youth, retirees and the rank and file mainstream of our residents to “turn the tide” in future local, state and national elections.

We have many new residential subdivisions as our township experiences growth. From all outward appearances, minority households are being welcomed. It is up to the Democrats to make them a vital part of our future.

JUNE CLUB MEETING: Elmer Blankenship, president of the Alliance for Retired Americans, will speak on Social Security issues at the Monday, June 13, meeting of the Decatur Twp. Democrat Club.

We meet at the beautiful Buffer Park Golf Course Clubhouse, 3825 S. Foltz St. A pitch-in supper begins at 5:45 p.m., followed by the meeting about 6:30 p.m. All are welcomed. Membership is $3 (but about to increase - maybe!).

In addition to Mr. Blankenship, we will also hear briefly from Karen Celestino Horseman about the potential recruitment of area Latinos and their future involvement in political affairs of our community.

If you have more time and your golf clubs are in the car, come early and play nine holes on the attractive Buffer Park course before supper and meeting. (There is also a putting green adjacent to the clubhouse if you have less time! What other township club offers these “amenities”?)

Paul G. Fox, President, Decatur Twp. Democrat Club

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Tuesday, June 21, 2005 KEEP THE DATE OPEN!!
Marion County Democratic Party, VICTORY OPEN, TUESDAY, June 21, 2005:
When: Tuesday, June 21st. 7:00 a.m. Registration, 8:00 a.m. Shotgun start.
Where: Smock Golf Course, 3910 E. County Line Road.
Price: $175 per golfer, ($150 per golfer for Chairman’s, City, and Circle Club members)
Hole Sponsorships: $300 each. ($250 each for City and Circle Club Members)

A new club has been added to the Other Clubs page.

Hamilton County Democratic Women
4th Sunday of the month
3pm at Fishers Library Meeting Room
Fishers, IN
Contact: Mary Ray, 317-845-9002

Their next meeting is June 26th.

Better Late Than Never edition

Message from our Chairman Ed Treacy:
This quote is from Grover Norquist, the President of Americans for Tax Reform. I send this quote to remind good Democrats of what the other side thinks of us. People need to know what Norquist and people like him are saying!

Grover Norquist, the president of Americans for Tax Reform and a leading figure in both the DeLay and Bush political operations, chose more colorful post election language to describe the future. “Once the minority of House and Senate are comfortable in their minority status, they will have no problem socializing with the Republicans,” he told Richard Leiby of The Washington Post. “Any farmer will tell you that certain animals run around and are unpleasant. But when they’ve been ‘fixed,’ then they are happy and sedate. They are contented and cheerful.”
To view this article on IndyStar.com, go to:
http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2005505120374

MARION COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY WEEKLY LIST
May 16 - May 22, 2005
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The weekly e-mail list is a product of the Marion County Democratic Headquarters. If you have any questions about the events, or wish to be added to this list call Jen at 637-3366.

The deadline for additions to the weekly list is Friday, for the next week.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2005
6:45 pm, Washington Township Democratic Club, Knight of Columbus, 2100 East 71st Street (left off of Keystone).
Food service is available. Come fellowship with a number of good Democrats.

Saturday, May 21, 2005
8:30 am, CONCERNED CLERGY, Carson Government Center, 300 East Fall Creek Parkway.

Monday, May 23, 2005
12 noon, Barringer’s For Lunch, 2535 S. Meridian Street, Meet and chat with a number of Democrats!

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Decatur Township
ARGOSY CASINO TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT. Don’t forget our June 11 bustrip to Argosy Casino, Lawrenceburg . The Decatur Twp. Democrat Club will sponsor a 1-day bus trip to the Argosy Riverboat Casino at Lawrenceburg, Ind., on Saturday, June 11. A charter will leave Southern Plaza Shopping Center, 4200 S. East St., at 9 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. Cost is $30 per person, and includes snacks and beverage enroute. Free admission plus a $5 buffet coupon given to each passenger. For reservation, contact: Paul G. Fox, 856-1692 or Pgfoxindy@aol.com. Deadline is June 1, 2005. First-come, first serve basis.

RSVP soon for your space, and that of a friend! Need a flyer? Ask and ye shall receive!
Paul G. Fox, President
Decatur Twp. Democrat Club

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Tuesday, June 21, 2005 KEEP THE DATE OPEN!!

Marion County Democratic Party, VICTORY OPEN, TUESDAY, June 21, 2005
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