Houston Progressive and Democratic Activism Events for July

[PDittie]

Richardo's post about the Chris Bell appearance reminds me that I haven't done one of these in awhile. Here's some more don't-misses for next month:

On Satuday, July 9 a Peak Oil Mini-Conference will be held from 1-5 p.m @ First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin. Discuss the adjustments our oil-dependent economy will have to make. A showing of "The End of Suburbia" plus workshops and open space conferencing. Suggested donation $5; contact Don Cook at [phone] or Alfred Molison at [phone].

The Campaign for a National Majority will have an organizing event in Bellaire at the home of Kathy Dreyfus and Jim Grotta, 4555 Elm Street, on Tuesday July 19. (There are similar events scheduled in Austin on July 17 and San Antonio on July 18.) CNM is a grassroots effort focusing on achieving winning races for Democrats, starting with state elections. Their goal is to build a "farm team" of Democrats who can win statewide and national elections. Click on their site above to learn more and RSVP.

"Art for Life's Sake: An Evening of Music, Poetry, Dance, and Fine Art" will be held Saturday, July 16 at the historic El Dorado Ballroom, 2310 Elgin at Dowling. Doors open for viewing at 2 p.m., event performances begin at 6 p.m., auction closes at 9:30 p.m. This event benefits the Mayor's State of Emergency Task Force against HIV and AIDS. Over 100 artworks from emerging and established artists nationwide will be showcased. Performances include members of the Houston Poetry Slam Team, poetess Marie Brown, members of the Blackout Arts Collective, Jazz Band Signature, dance performances & more. Refreshments provided courtesy of Niko Niko's and This Is It.

The State of Emergency Task Force, established in 1999 under the Lee Brown Administration and continued by Houston Mayor Bill White, has served the Houston community by going into the "trenches", providing HIV/AIDS testing and education where others might not venture. This includes everywhere from nightclubs to churches, street corners to apartment complexes. For more info or to RSVP email [e-mail]

And on Saturday July 23rd, Helping Democrats Get Elected will have an organizational meeting from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Pappas Burger Restaurant (in the party room), 5815 Westheimer Rd, 77057 (between Fountain View & Chimney Rock). Talk about upcoming city elections and the candidates, and get more information about the statewide 2006 elections and campaigns. We will organize and set up some committees. Join us for some tasty food and an important meet-up.

[ananda]

1. Thank you!

I plan to attend a couple of these events.

Sue

[PDittie]

2. You're quite welcome n/t

[PDittie]

3. The CNM event now has a featured speaker:

former Congressman (and declared DeLay opponent) Nick Lampson.

:woohoo: :applause: :woohoo: :applause:

Light refreshments will be served, and while the organization appreciates donations, this event is not a fundraiser. RSVP by Thursday, July 14 to Elizabeth Cohen at 713-664-5055 or Courtney Weiner at [e-mail] .

[PDittie]

4. HCDP Brown Bag Lunch is tomorrow

The Harris County Democratic Party's monthly Brown Bag Lunch will be Tuesday, July 12, at 12:00 Noon at the party headquarters, 1445 North Loop West, Suite 110 (map on web site: www.hcdp.org )

This month's featured speakers will be Nina and Joe Brown, activists in stem cell research. Their topic will be "Stem Cell Research: Science, Ethics & Politics."

As usual, bring your lunch and we will provide the beverages.

[PDittie]

5. kickin' it

Not Giving Up is going to be at the HDGE thing. Are you?

[PDittie]

6. Kick for the CNM event tonight

No Nick Lampson, unfortunately; Robert Jara of the Texas Democratic Party will provide an update on the state's 2006 contests.