Volunteer
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CRP Convention
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When Republicans from all
around California come together for a lengthy agenda of meetings,
training sessions, banquets, and fun, there is a tremendous amount of
work required to support it. Volunteers are key players in making the
California Republican Party Convention a success.
Santa Clara
County Republican Chairman Steve Mullen says, "If you want to help steer
California towards a better future, volunteering at this year's
convention would be a great start! This is the chance for us to put our
Republican ideas into action, and we can't do it alone."
As
host county, the Santa Clara County Republican Party is helping to
organize volunteer support for the convention. The Party is looking for
hard-working, positive individuals that are dedicated to making this
spring's convention the best yet! There are various positions open,
from preparations, to workshops, to various events throughout the
convention.
If you are interested in being a part of the
volunteer team for the 2010 Spring California Republican Party Spring
Convention, or have any further questions, you can contact Paria Amini
at pasvgop@gmail.com
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Luis Buhler, Publisher |
All Bay Area Republicans are invited to attend the California Republican Party Spring Convention on March 12-14 at the Santa Clara Hyatt Regency.
BayAreaGOP.com will be hosting our traditional Friday and Saturday night reception and briefing where Bay Area convention attendees can meet and discuss the proceedings of the day. Join us in the Lawrence room at 10 PM on Friday and Saturday night for refreshments and conversation. Please send your RSVP to Luis@bayareagop.com.
If you are a delegate and cannot attend the general session on Sunday March 14, please contact Jenniffer Rodriguez or me, and we can arrange to have your proxy assigned to another delegate or a young associate delegate who would very much appreciate the chance to participate in the convention.
I look forward to seeing you at the convention or at one of the many Bay Area GOP events to be held this month.
Best regards,
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California Republican Party Spring Convention in Santa Clara:
Friday-Sunday, March 12-14
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 A state convention in the Bay Area is a great opportunity to attend without travelling far. This convention offers a special chance to sort out Republican primary candidates, gain skills and knowledge, and make connections in a year when the national momentum is going our way.
Leading speakers include former Governor Mitt Romney and web publisher Andrew
Breitbart. Both Republican gubernatorial candidates Steve Poizner and Meg Whitman will be on the program, as well as U.S. Senate candidates Tom Campbell, Carly Fiorina, and Chuck DeVore. Many other Republican leaders and candidates at all levels will be participating.
The convention will be held at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, 5101 Great America
Parkway (at Tasman Drive). Pre-Registration will close at midnight on Thursday, March 4th. Find out more from the links below.
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BMRA General Meeting featuring Laurie Smith: Monday, March 1, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
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 Join the Berryessa-Milpitas Republican Assembly (BMRA) for their general meeting as they host Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith, who will be talking about about plans/programs/issues at her office as well as her campaign for reelection. Bring your curiosity and commitment to responsible governance and join the BMRA - everybody is welcome!
No charge. To RSVP or for more information, contact Ty Greaves at tgreaves@sbcglobal.net or 408-497-9261. Location: Coldwell-Banker Offices, 2698 Berryessa Road (in the office complex behind Safeway)
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Conservative Forum presents Tom Tanton on "Cap and Trade": Tuesday, March 2, 7:00 PM
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 Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley presents Tom Tanton, a Senior Fellow with the Pacific Research Institute as well as the Principal of T2 & Associates, a firm providing consulting services to the energy and technology industries. Topic: the "Cap and Trade" debate.
First time guests are free; non-members are $10. Doors open at 6:15 PM, meeting begins at 7:00 PM. For details, visit: www.theconservativeforum.com . Where: American Legion Hall, 958 Homestead Road, Santa Clara.
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SVYR March Meeting Featuring Eric Golub: Wednesday, March 3, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
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 Join the Silicon Valley Young Republicans to reconnect with like-minded young professionals in the area. The speaker will be conservative comedian Eric Golub, author of Ideological Bigotry. Eric's blog, the Tygrrrr Express, won the 2007 Bloggers Choice Awards for most passionate fan base.
There is no charge to attend this event. However, everyone is encouraged to sign up as dues-paying members so you can fully participate in future meetings. Contact: Rohit Joy at rjoy29@gmail.com or (408) 472-9766. Location: Firehouse
Grill & Brewery, 111 South Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale
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Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon with Eric Golub: Thursday, March 4, 11:30 AM
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The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated host Eric Golub, blogger, comedian, and author of Ideological Bigotry. If you seriously want a little comedy with a political edge, join them at this luncheon. Social 11:30 AM, lunch 12:00 noon.
Cost: $20. For reservations email Reservations@svrwf.org or call 408-739-4724. Location: Blue Pheasant Restaurant, 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino. (Phone: 408-255-3300)
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Fundraiser for Laurie Smith: Thursday, March 4, 6:00 PM
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Join hosts Randy & Kim Anh Stianna and Reggie Bravo for a casual dinner and help re-elect Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith! Cost: Suggested donation of $100
For more information or to RSVP, contact campaign@sherifflauriesmith.com or (408) 234-1488. Location: See Grins RV's and Farm Ranch, 13635 Sycamore Avenue, San Martin
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Downtown San Jose Fun-Raiser for Dolores Carr: Friday, March 5, 5 PM
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 Join hosts Marge & Jim Handyside, John McKay, and John Conway for a Campaign Fun-Raiser to support the re-election of District Attorney Dolores Carr! Appetizers and a no-host bar will be provided by Brittania Arms.
Suggested contribution is $50. RSVP as soon as possible to dolorescarrforda@comcast.net or 408-323-9661. Location: Brittania Arms, 173 West Santa Clara St, downtown San Jose
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SVARW's "Political Party": Saturday, March 6, 7:00 PM
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 Come for cocktails, appetizers, and the opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow Republicans. Join the SVARW party and ENJOY a casual evening where it is "OK" to be a Republican!
Cost: $10 -- Republican Office Holders and Candidates are invited to attend as our guests! RVSP: To Martha Snodgrass at marthasnod@comcast.net or 408-871-2917. Location: Home of Martha and Tom Snodgrass, 203 Montclair Road,
Los Gatos
Purchase tickets online
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Conservative Groupa-Palooza: Sunday, March 7, 1:00 to 5:00 PM
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Bay Area Patriots invites you to a Conservative Groupa-Palooza, the largest gathering of conservatives in the Bay Area. The name may be silly, but our mission is clear: to energize Bay Area conservatives with the people and information needed for victory in 2010! Candidates, Parties, Grass Roots Organizations, Federated Women, Think Tanks, Non-Profits come together.
Cost: Group table $40, entry fee $5. RSVP as soon as possible to reservations@doodiecalls.net . Location: Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley
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SMYR Mixer Featuring Matt Grocott: Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 PM
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 Hosted by the San Mateo Young Republicans. Enjoy an evening networking with fellow Republican professionals, elected officials, and candidates. Special guest speaker: Matt Grocott, San Carlos City Council Member & Republican Candidate for the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.
March's professional mixer will be held at the peninsula's most talked about restaurant, Milagros, in downtown Redwood City. This event is free, and no RSVP required. All are welcome to attend, however space is limited so arrive early. Location: Milagros Cantina Restaurant, 1099 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
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The Marin Conservative Forum presents a CD6 Primary Debate: Tuesday, March 9, 7 PM
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The Marin Conservative Forum is excited to present a Primary Debate in Congressional District 6 (Incumbent Lynn Woolsey). The voters of Marin County will have the opportunity to hear and ask questions of major candidates who will be unseating Lynn Woolsey.
Primary Candidates:
- Jim Judd: Sonoma County resident, businessman and political activist.
- Michael Halliwell: Marin County resident, educator and political activist.
- Brian O'hara: Sonoma County resident, businessman and political activist.
No charge, donations accepted. Contact: info@marinconservativeforum.com or Tim at 415-789-5281. Where: Sheraton Four Points, 1010 Northgate Dr., San Rafael (415-755-6140)
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Santa Clara Reception for District Attorney Dolores Carr: Wednesday, March 10, 6:30 PM
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Host Chad Walsh cordially invites you to a wine and cheese fundraising reception with District Attorney Dolores Carr. Suggested donation $150. Proceeds will benefit District Attorney Carr's 2010 re-election campaign.
Please RSVP by Friday, March 5, to crwalsh@fountainheadlaw.com . Location: Fountainhead Law Group, 900 Lafayette Street, Suite 301, Santa Clara - across from Santa Clara University. Website
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San Francisco Republican Party Endorsement Meeting: Monday, March 15, 6:30 PM
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Endorsements for the June 8 Primary Election will be considered. Where: Auditorium of the Hiram Johnson State Office Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue (between Polk and Larkin), San Francisco
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Novato Republican Women "Defeat Nancy Pelosi" Luncheon: Tuesday, March 16, 11:00 AM
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The Novato Republican Women's Federated will present two Republican primary candidates who are vying for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat. The "Defeat Nancy Pelosi" luncheon will feature Dana Walsh and John Dennis, who are campaigning for Congress in California's 8th District (San Francisco).
Walsh is an independent business owner, a past president of the Nob Hill Republican Women's Federated, and has been elected seven times to the San Francisco Republican Central Committee. Dennis is also a successful entrepreneur, the founder of the San Francisco chapter of the Republican Liberty Caucus, and an alternate on the San Francisco Republican Central Committee.
Cost: $25. For reservations, call 415-902-6200 by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 10. Additional information is available at www.NovatoRWF.org. In March, NRWF is collecting packages of men's new socks and underwear, which will be donated to veterans at the Veterans Hospital in San Francisco. Meeting location: Marin Country Club, 500 Country Club Drive, Novato
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PRI Book Signing with Nicole Gelinas: Tuesday, March 16, 5:45 - 7:45 PM
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 Pacific Research Institute presents an author book signing reception with Nicole Gelinas, Manhattan Institute Senior Fellow, City Journal Contributing Editor, and author of After the Fall: Saving Capitalism from Wall Street - and Washington.
No charge. For more information please contact Cindy Chin at
cchin@pacificresearch.org or (415) 955-6110. Location: Pacific Research Institute, One Embarcadero, Suite 350, San Francisco
Register Online
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Meet Congressional Candidate David Harmer: Tuesday, March 16, 6:15 PM
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 Enjoy an evening with David Harmer, Congressional Candidate for the 11th district, and fellow conservatives at the beautiful Clos LaChance Winery. Appetizers, wine and other refreshments will be served. Doors open at 6:15 (be there for the sunset!)
Cost: $35. RSVP by Saturday, March 13, to hosts Georgianna and Roy Froom at (408) 842-9396 or Denise and Rob McElhiney at (408)891-1432 or mohillpatriot@hotmail.com. Location: Clos LaChance Winery, 1 Hummingbird Lane (off Watsonville Rd.), San Martin
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S.F. Reception with Carly Fiorina and Condoleezza Rice: Wednesday, March 17, 6:30 PM
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 You are cordially invited to a reception with friends Carly Fiorina and Honorable Condoleezza Rice to support Carly's candidacy for U.S. Senate. 6:00 PM Host Committee Reception; 6:30 PM Cocktail Reception.
Cost: $1,000 per person for the reception; $10,000 Host Committee (raise). For inquiries, please contact Caitlin Ashlock at caitlin@caitlinashlock.com or 310-309-7072. Location: St. Regis Hotel, The Gallery, 125 3rd Street, San Francisco
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The date of this event has changed since last month's newsletter.
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West Valley Republican Women Federated Luncheon with Mike Wasserman and Gloria Hom: Thursday, March 18, 11:30 AM
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 WVRWF welcomes Mike Wasserman, former
mayor and current Council member of Los Gatos, who is running for Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, Gloria Hom (economist, professor, businesswoman, and community leader) returns to speak about (and clarify!) the propositions on the upcoming June 8 ballot.
Cost for lunch is $18. Please call Nina Scott at (408)247-0582 for
reservations and lunch choices. Restaurant Location: Holder's Country Inn, 998 South De Anza Boulevard (near Bollinger), Cupertino (408-244-2798).
If you have questions regarding the speaker or would like additional information
regarding West Valley Republican Women, please call Loretta Williford at (408)363-1595.
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The Commonwealth Club presents Steve Poizner in Lafayette: Thursday, March 18, 5:30 PM
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 The Commonwealth Club presents "Poizner's Play for Governor: Who Will Win Out?" with Steve Poizner, California Insurance Commissioner and Republican Gubernatorial Candidate. 5:30 PM check-in, 6:30 PM program. Info: 415-597-6705.
Cost: $12 members, $22 non-members, $7 students (with valid ID). Location: Veterans Memorial Hall, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette
Details and Online Registration
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Mike Wasserman Los Gatos Reception: Thursday, March 18, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
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Please join hosts Joe and Joanne Rodgers in supporting Mike Wasserman to be the new Santa Clara County District #1 Supervisor. Meet Mike and learn about his ideas for Santa Clara County. RSVP to lauren@mikewasserman.com. Location: The home of Joe and Joanne Rodgers,
15287 Top of the Hill Road, Los
Gatos
More details will be available soon at www.mikewasserman.com .
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Palo Alto Republican Women Lunch with Sally Zelikovsky: Friday, March 19, 11:30 AM
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Speaker: Sally Zelikovsky, founder of Bay Area Patriots and the coordinator of the San Francisco Tea Party. 11:30 AM Social, 12 noon Lunch.
Advance reservations required by March 15th with Ginni Kimsey, 930 Celia Drive, Palo Alto 94303. Phone: 650-856-6107 for cost and choice of menu. Location: Michael's, 2960 Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View
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SPARC Brunch with Tom Campbell: Sunday, March 21, Noon
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 South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition hosts a brunch with former Congressman Tom Campbell, Candidate for US Senate.
Members $35, Non-members $45. Further details will be available soon at www.sparcgop.org under Events. Reserve early at reserve@sparcgop.org or 650-917-9125. Checks may be sent to: SPARC, 171 Main Street #171, Los Altos, CA 94022. Location: Fremont Hills Country Club, 12889 Viscaino Road, Los Altos Hills
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Tom Harman for Attorney General Reception: Tuesday, March 23, 5:30 to 7:30 PM
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 You are cordially invited to a reception in support of State Senator Tom Harman, Candidate for California Attorney General. Hosted by Buddy Burke.
Tickets: $100 and up. Kindly RSVP to Wendy Warfield at wwarfield@wendywarfield.com or 916-492-9604. Location: The Burke Home, 1912 Aspenridge Court, Walnut Creek
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S.F. Cocktail Reception for Tom Campbell: Thursday, March 25, 6 - 8 PM
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Bill & Susan Oberndorf and others invite you to join them for a Cocktail Reception honoring U.S. Senate Candidate Tom Campbell. Cost: $1000 per person and up. For reservations or information, kindly contact Kristin Hueter & Associates at 510-420-1199 or khueter@khueter.com . Location: Oberndorf residence, 101 Walnut Street, San Francisco 94118
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Friends of Faith Fancher Benefit with Hon. Condoleezza Rice: Monday, March 29, 6-9 PM
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 The Friends of Faith Fancher invite you to "An Evening with Hon. Condoleezza Rice" to benefit under-served women with breast cancer. Dr. Condoleezza Rice speaks with KQED-TV journalist Belva Davis. Cost: $50 and up. For more info: 510-834-4142. Location: Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco. Details
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PoliticalVanguard.com and CCRP present Lunch with Karl Rove: Tuesday March 30, 11:30 AM
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 PoliticalVanguard.com presents "Lunch with Karl Rove", co-sponsored by the Contra Costa County Republican Party. Karl Rove, author of the new book "Courage & Consequence, My Life as a Conservative in the Fight", was Senior Advisor & Deputy Chief of Staff to former President George W. Bush.
General admission $75, Special Reserved Seating $250. Proceeds benefit the Contra Costa County Republican Party. Free book with each ticket purchase! Register online or contact director@contracostagop.com . Location: Lafayette Veterans' Hall, 3780 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, Lafayette
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Roundtable Discussion and Reception with Steve Poizner: Tuesday, March 30
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Danelle and Mario Rosati invite you to a cocktail reception and candid discussion with the Honorable Steve Poizner. 5:30 PM - Roundtable Discussion; 6:30 PM - Cocktail Reception.
Roundtable discussion $1000 per person; cocktail reception $500 per person. RSVP by Friday, March 26 to Julie Westlake at julie@stevepoizner.com or (916)325-6828. Location: The Rosati home, 87 Selby Lane, Atherton
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Santa Clara County Republican Party Committee Meeting: Wednesday, March 10, 7 PM
The monthly meeting of the Santa Clara County Republican Party. Questions? Contact HQ at director@svgop.com or 408-246-6600. Location: County Administration Building, 70 W. Hedding Street (at First Street), San Jose, California
Alameda County Republican Central Committee Meeting: Tuesday, March 16, 6:30 PM
Alameda County Republican County Committee Monthly Meetings are held on the 3rd
Tuesday of each month. Fellow Republicans are highly encouraged to get involved with their local Republican Party. Where: Alameda County Party Headquarters, 1039 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro
Marin County Republican Central Committee Meeting: Thursday, March 25, 7 PM
Location: Community Room, 300 Drakes Landing, Greenbrae
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Silicon Valley Tax Day Tea Party Part II: Thursday, April 15, 5:00 PMJoin the Silicon Valley Tea Party Patriots for the Tax Day Tea Party Part II. Millions across America will be participating in the Tax Day Tea Parties, and this is a chance for you to take part in this historic event! RSVP: For more information, please visit siliconvalleyteaparty.comLocation: Plaza de Cesar Chavez in downtown San Jose
Meg Whitman's "MEGa DINNER": Friday, April 23Save the date for a major event for Meg Whitman for Governor. National GOP leaders will be participating. Info: khueter@khueter.com . Location: Sofitel Redwood City
SVARW Annual Liberty Celebration featuring Star Parker: Saturday, May 22, 9 AMSilicon Valley Association of Republican Women continental breakfast in Los Gatos with Star Parker and special guest Chuck DeVore. Early Bird Tickets: $20 for SVARW Members and $30 for Non-Members before April 21. Location: Nordahl Hall, 580 W. Parr Ave, Los Gatos. Details |
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