CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JULY

Saturday, July 5th, 6:00 pm. Pro-Democrat “Superstars of the 21st Century” will perform at the Del Mar County Fair at the Alberston’s Infield Stage. The group is composed of children who arrange and choreograph their own dances, music and comedy. And, while you are at the fair be sure to stop by the San Diego Democratic Party Booth - directions to the Fair and the SDCDP booth is at http://www.sddemocrats.org/sdfair2003.htm

Tuesday, July 8th, 7:00 pm. San Diego County Democratic Central Committee meeting. County Administration Building, Room 358, 1600 Pacific Highway. Enter building through the south entrance. Info: 858/277-3367.

Wednesday, July 9th, 7:00 pm, Rancho North Coast Democratic Club meeting. A panel of North County Democratic Club presidents will address the question “What do we need to do to win in 2004? La Vida Del Mar, 850 Del Mar Downs Road, Solana Beach. Info: 760/722-7220.

Thursday, July 10th, 5:30-7:30 pm. Reception / fundraiser for Lt. Governor Cruz M. Bustamante at La Jolla Hilton, 10950 North Torrey Pines Road. $100 per person, $1000 to be a VIP sponsor. Info: Lorena Gonzalez-Bradford at lsgbradford@aol.com.

Thursday, July 10th, 6:30 social/7:00 pm meeting. Pacific Beach Democratic Club meeting. Guest speaker Mohammad Younis, the Political Chair for the Muslim American Society will provide an insight on issues affecting San Diego’s Muslim community. Election of club officers. At the McGrath home. Info: 858/581-6918.

Friday, July 11th, 7:00 pm. Attention Single Democrats! Opportunity for self-discovery, for communicating, sharing and socializing with other like minded singles. Bard Hall at the First UU Church, 4190 Front Street in Hillcrest. $5. Info: John Hartley at 619/299-8870 or hartley2k@aol.com (NOTE: The next meeting will be on Friday, July 25th)

Saturday, July 12th. Border Theme Fund Raiser to benefit Lt. Governor Cruz Bustamante. Honored guests will include Ernesto Ruffo, Governor of Baja, Ret. Live Entertainment, Refreshments including Beer and Wine. VIP Reception 5:00 to 6:00 pm. $1,000/couple. Gourmet Catered Dinner 6:30 pm. $500/couple. At 3501 Tennis Court Lane, Bonita. RSVP Erin Emblem 760/533-5957. NOTE: Can't afford the tickets but would still like to help and have a chance to attend? If so, the North County Unity Coalition is selling raffle tickets at $25 for a chance to win 2 tickets. Purchase online at http://www.ncunity.org/Raffle.html. or contact Del at dstewart@ociretail.com or 760 690-4015.

Saturday, July 12th, noon to 4:00 pm. Mesa Democratic Club’s Annual Summer Potluck. Tea, sodas, plates, napkins and silverware will be provided. Just bring your favorite dish, and your bathing suit and towel if you plan to go for a swim. At the home of Newt Ferris and Laura Crehan - 3829 Sioux Ave. Info: 858/274-3314.

Friday, July 18th, 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Reception for Karen Heumann, Candidate for the 75th Assembly District. Wine, appetizers, and dessert. Suggested donation $100. At 12939 Polvera Ave., Rancho Bernardo (I-15 north to West Bernardo/Pomerado exit -right- then left on Bernardo Trails, left on Polvera). Info: (858) 673-8282.

Saturday, July 19th, 9:30 am. Super Precinct Walk for Councilmember Toni Atkins. Meet at the North Park Community Park, 2719 Howard Ave. (between Oregon and Idaho Streets, across from the water tower). RSVP: 619/525-7733 or toni@atkinsforcitycouncil.com

Saturday, July 19th, 10:00 am. Council of Clubs monthly meeting. SDCDP Headquarters, 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., STE 108. Info: Jess at 619/299-4818

Thursday, July 24th, 10:00 am - Noon. Your help is needed! Register new citizens to vote following the INS Naturalization ceremony at the Civic Center/Golden Hall, 202 C St. in downtown San Diego. This is a great way to make a real difference. Info: miriam2@cox.net or 858/277-3367

Thursday, July 24th, 7:00 pm. John Kerry Meetup. Info at http://kerry2004.meetup.com/.

Monday, July 28th, 7:00 pm. North Central Democratic Club meeting. Barbara Walter, Associate Professor Graduate School International Relations and Pacific Studies at UCSD, is the featured speaker. Her topic, “Why Iraq and not North Korea?” Remington Club II, 16916 Hierba Dr., Rancho Bernardo. Info: Bob Turner 858/485-9050.

AUGUST

Friday and Saturday, August 1st and 2nd. 2003 California Democratic Council 50th Convention (postponed from original April date) Piccadilly Inn, Fresno Airport. BBQ, old time political rally, presidential candidates, workshops on current issues. Info: Harmony at 1-800-446-9709 califdemocouncil@earthlink.net

Saturday, August 2nd. Clairemont Family Fun Day at the South Clairemont Recreation Center on Clairemont Dr. Visit the Mesa Democratic Club booth.

Sunday, August 3rd, 11:00 am. 75th AD breakfast buffet fund raiser at the Wyndham North Hotel, 5975 Lusk Blvd. (just north of Mira Mesa Blvd). Please mail your check for $25 made out to "75th AD Committee" to Dorothy Gesick 16610 Sagewood Lane Poway, CA 92064.

Sunday, August 10th. “Day at the Races” sponsored by the East County Democratic Club. $30/person donation includes Pacific Pavilion seating, barbecue lunch with great sides, a program and admission to the Del Mar track. Parking and wagering are extra. Info: Chuck 619/582-6170 or Edi 619/670-7386.

Thursday, August 14th, 6:30 social/7:00 pm program. Pacific Beach Democratic Club meeting. Installation of Club Officers. At the McGrath home. Info: 858/581-6918.

Sunday, August 17th, 4:00 pm. Democratic Club of Carlsbad-Oceanside fundraiser. Special silent auction and potluck supper. Entertainment by folk-rock guitarist-singer Dan Connor. $5 suggested donation. Donations of goods and services most welcome. At the Carlsbad Women’s Club, 3320 Monroe St. Info: Leone Stein 760/729-3312 or w1ciz@aol.com.

Monday, August 18th, 7:00 pm. Mesa Democratic Club meeting with Congresswoman Susan Davis. At the Ferris/Crehan residence, 3829 Sioux Ave. in Clairemont.