Fwd: (N4P Listserv) NEWS: 6/6 WIN & Michelle Obama, 6/9 VAYD, 6/11 VA Primary & ClotureClub, 6/12 NARAL, 6/13 GAIN & 6/20 Netroots
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Date: Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 4:11 PM
Subject: (N4P Listserv) NEWS: Pride HH & LG Debate TONIGHT, 6/6 WIN & Michelle Obama, 6/9 VAYD, 6/11 VA Primary & ClotureClub, 6/12 NARAL, 6/13 GAIN & 6/20 Netroots
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NEWSLETTER
(June 5. 2013)
Young Democrats of America discount to DailyKos.com's Netroots Nation (San Jose) on 6/20-23!
http://www.yda.org/netroots-nation-discount-for-yda-members/
NEW N4P POST: Co-Sponsor Senator Elizabeth Warren’s #BankOnStudents Act:
Join the Campus Progress #DontDoubleMyRate Day of Action! http://www2.americanprogress.org/o/507/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1058433
NEW N4P POST: President Obama's speech on transition for ending War On Terror (Video, Highlights, Analysis)
UPCOMING EVENTS:
*** TONIGHT: Arlington Democrat’s Meeting & VA Lt Governor Candidates' Debate ***
George Mason Univesity-Arlington Campus (Founders Hall Room 134)
3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
Candidates:
Aneesh Chopra http://www.teamchopra.org/
Ralph Northam http://www.northamforlg.com/
RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/574535372567983/
N4P POST: Meet Arlington native & former White House CTO Aneesh Chopra & Join #TeamChopra!
(the Innovator who can beat the Segregator in November)
Vote in the OPEN* Democratic Primary via In-Person Absentee** until Saturday OR Tuesday’s Election Day!
*any registered voter can vote and **anyone who leaves the county or works 11+ hours on eday can vote absentee by mail or in-person at their voter office until Sat 6/8! Find your polling place/voting office and learn more:
http://www.voterinfo.sbe.virginia.gov/PublicSite/Public/FT2/PublicPollingPlace.aspx
(visit your voter office web site for extended hours information)
ALSO: Attorney General candidates
http://www.justinfairfax.com/ vs http://www.herringforag.com/
*** TONIGHT bePROUD: Stein Club Celebrates LGBT Pride Month ***
Pride is a time to celebrate our community's victories while recommitting ourselves to advancing the equality of DC's LGBT community. Join members of the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club to kick off your Pride month celebrations and reflect on LGBT victories over the last year.
Suggested donation of $10
RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/471338849606808/
*** 6/6 Terry McAuliffe for Governor Reception with Michelle Obama & Women for Terry Summit ***
Sheraton Premiere, 8661 Leesburg Pike (Tysons Corner)
FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE (RSVP REQUIRED ASAP)
+ OUT-OF-STATE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM SIGN UP:
(registered attendees will receive a confirmation email before the event)
*** 6/6: Women’s Information Network’s Women Opening Doors for Women ***
AFL-CIO, 815 16th St, NW, Washington, DC (Farragut metros)
Whether you're a seasoned veteran of WIN or a new member ready to get involved, WODW is the event for you! It offers the opportunity to learn from prominent women and brings women of different backgrounds together to learn from each other's experiences, exchange valuable information and advice, and help each other along the road to success.
We begin with a networking reception that includes a keynote address and awards, then we move on to dinners that take place simultaneously across the DC metro area, tailored to any number of topics. It’s an evening that harkens back to WIN’s beginning and sets the state for the next generation’s success.
Join us for an evening that Washingtonian Magazine has described as "One of Washington's best networking events."
For more information, and to buy your tickets, go to http://bit.ly/wodw2013
($25 reception still available)
Facebook RSVP & Share: https://www.facebook.com/events/667083086642483
*** 6/6 United Way’s Do More 24 Giving Day ***
Bread For The City medical clinic fundraising page: https://www.facebook.com/events/395142233931715
(donation link will be shared tomorrow)
Goodwill employment services fundraising page:
http://dcgoodwill24-eanrecfbl.eventbrite.com
*** 6/9 VAYD Fundraiser to support trip to YDA Convention (San Antonio) ***
Bailey's Pub and Grille, 2010 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202 (Crystal City metro)
The road to San Antonio is long and we need your help! Join Young Democrats from across Virginia for a fundraising reception in support of sending our Virginia Delegation to San Antonio! Purchase your ticket in advance and receive a free drink coupon at the event. Appetizers served.
Special Guest: Arlington YD’s Atima Omara-Alwala, a candidate for Young Democrats of America President
(her historic bid would make her the first African-American Woman to hold the position)
Purchase Tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/page/vaydtoyda
Facebook RSVP & Share: https://www.facebook.com/events/521800317857486
If you are interested in joining the Virginia delegation in San Antonio, fill out our interest form here: http://bit.ly/yda2013
2013 YDA Convention Facebook RSVP & Share:
https://www.facebook.com/events/465901236821319/
*** 6/11 ClotureClub.com’s“How To Make It In DC” ***
Trak Services, 1776 Eye St, Washington, DC (Farragut metros)
RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/6931778135/?ref=estw
*** 6/12 NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia’s The Power of Choice***
Waterview Conference Center, 1919 N. Lynn Street, Arlington, Virginia
(near Rosslyn Metro station)
Enjoy food, drink and the Waterview Conference Center's stunning views of the Potomac as you mingle with our members, activists and legislative allies and find out how you can get involved and support our work in this critical election year! Join us to hear remarks from NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia executive director Tarina Keene and special guests, plus honor a policymaker and an activist who have made a difference in our work over the past year.
Special Guest Speakers:
Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4)
Purchase or Reserve Your Ticket:
http://www.naralva.org/events/power-of-choice.shtml#.Ua9xoDljaQ4.facebook
*** 6/13: Democratic GAIN Summer Soiree & Focus Initiatives Launch Event ***
International Brotherhood of Teamsters - 25 Louisiana Ave NW DC 20001
Democratic GAIN promotes and supports individuals and organizations that work in Democratic and Progressive politics
through our career center, trainings, networking events, and benefits.
Facebook RSVP & Share: https://www.facebook.com/events/175359322631637/
(donations are currently listed as optional)
*** 6/13: Liberty’s Promise Flag Day Fundraiser ***
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace building, 7th Floor
1779 Massachusetts Avenue, NW -- Washington, DC 20036
Via civics and job skills training, Liberty’s Promise engages hundreds of local immigrant youth in need in their communities and help them achieve success.
RSVP: http://www.razoo.com/story/Flag-Day-Annual-Fundraiser-1
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