DEMOCRATS KNOW HOW TO PARTY!
Dancing with the Democrats, an exciting Fundraising Event, will be held on September 17, 2005 at the San Rafael Community Center 618 “B” Street, San Rafael, CA. There will be Music, Dining, Dancing and Great Politics. Join the Democratic Central Committee of Marin as they welcome featured speakers Phil Angelides, California Treasurer and candidate for governor; as well as Debra Bowen, State Senator from the 28th District and candidate for Secretary of State. Master of Ceremonies will be Stan Sinberg, and there will be a Silent Auction of lunches with County Supervisors and journalists: Susan Adams, Hal Brown, Steve Kinsey, Charles McGlashan, Cynthia Murray, Beth Ashley, Joan Thayer, and Dick Spotswood
Doors open at 5:30PM, Dinner and Speakers start at 7:00PM
$55.00 per person; Donor $125.00, 2 tickets; Sponsor $250.00, 4 tickets;
Benefactor $500.00, table for 6; Patron $1000.00, table for 10;
Don't delay! Get your tickets now. Visit www.marindemocrats.org to reserve online.

HELP DEFEAT SCHWARZENNEGER!
On Saturday September 10th
Let's help send a message to the Governor and his supporters that the people of California are not going to be duped by divisive ballot initiatves that prey on working people, families, and seniors. An all-out effort to personally contact as many Democratic voters as possible is underway and your help is needed. Please take this opportunity to make a difference and defeat this "special election." Volunteer now for Precinct Work on Saturday, September 10th from 9AM to 2PM. Coffee will begin at 9, and the program will start promptly at 9:30. Please be prepared for the day with water, snacks and comfortable shoes. Sign up now to help! Contact Kris Organ at korgan@seiu949.org or 415 827-0576.
Visit our website and follow the links for more information at www.marindemocrats.org

Get Out to Vote Barbeque
More than 600 members of SEIU 949 Political Action Committee will sponsor a barbeque on Saturday September 17th at Gerstle park off San Rafael Street in San Rafael. Share good food and find out how to counter the ballot initiatives that target working people. Contact Patricia Brown at 479-0949 or pbrown@seiu949.org

Novato News
The Novato Democratic Club is hosting a Candidate’s Forum on September 10, (followed by endorsement voting for Novato Democratic Club members only), Novato Human Needs Center, 1907 Novato Blvd.  We will hear from registered Democratic Candidates running for ‘05 Novato offices, which include City Council and School Board races. The meeting is open to the public and will include Q & A opportunity. For more information, contact Suzanne at:415-309-6170

The monthly meeting of the Novato Democratic Club will be held on the lst SATURDAY of the month at the Double Rainbow Restaurant, Vintage Oaks. Link up with other Novato Democrats and find out how you can make a difference locally and nationally. The Club provides a great opportunity to learn more about your city, get involved with Democratic politics and causes, and speak your piece on issues of the day. The Club interfaces with other groups, including the Democratic Party of Marin. Meeting participants are encouraged to purchase breakfast food and/or drink from Double Rainbow.  For details, phone Suzanne, 415-309-6170

KNOW THE INITIATIVES
The ballot initiatives are confusing at best and downright deceptive at the worst. Take time to familiarize yourself with each of them. Passage can make important differences to Californian's everyday lives .Click here for the language of each inititiave as approved by the Secretary of State. Ballot Initiatives

Media Matters
Join Kathleen and Jerry Hill on streaming radio at as they discuss world, national, state and local affairs at www.ksvy.org Monday and Thursday evenings at 5:00 p.m. PDT.  The Thursday show also includes travel, food, and wine.

Help Get the Word Out About Wal-Mart
Thousands of screenings of the new film WAL-MART: THE HIGH COST OF LOW PRICE. Instead of theatrical distribution, the folks who have created this film are asking people all around the country to host film parties in their homes to show the film And if there isn't one in your area, consider hosting your own. It's nothing complicated, just figuring out a place to meet and being responsible for making the whole thing happen and letting us know how it went. And don't worry, we'll provide some basic agenda items and "how to's" to help structure your meetings Visit their website to find out more: http://www.bravenewfilms.org/screenings/strategy.php< /a> You can sign up to host a meeting at the same place.

Practical Politics
The Nuts and Bolts of Grassroots Activism
 Learn effective techniques for grassroots activism, lobbying elected officials and generating a "buzz" for your cause. Topics include:
• Developing a grassroots strategy
• Frame that issue! (or what we all can learn from Karl Rove)
• Inspiring dedicated volunteers
• Getting the Press you deserve
• Creating effective campaign materials
• Building coalitions for your cause
• Know your opposition: research, research, research
• Dialing for dollars
• NEW SECTION: Running for Office: How to decide if the time and the office are right for you!
A materials packet and bibliography will be provided.  Cost is $37 including materials. Please bring a bag lunch.
Room 171 Harlan Center, College of Marin, Kentfield, September 17, 10-4 PM
 Dotty E. LeMieux, with more than 20 years of grassroots activism under her belt, runs progressive political campaigns and trains grassroots activists throughout Northern California. She served as California Political Director for Dennis Kucinich's 2004 Presidential Campaign.    To register, go to: http://marincommunityed.org/regist/resources/index. htm or call: 415- 485-9305