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Date: 2008-03-01 15:19:14
February 2008 Newsletter
Log Cabin Republican Club of Virginia
February 2008 Newsletter
Equality Virginia Lobby Day a Big Success
Log Cabin Republicans were among those who attended this year’s Fifth Annual Lobby Day sponsored by Equality Virginia. Held in the General Assembly in Richmond on January 24, it was once again an excellent opportunity to talk to legislators on both sides of the aisle about expanding GLBT rights in Virginia. Log Cabin board members visited a dozen or more Republican legislators that day, many of them for the first time, and they received an excellent reception. We will continue to develop these relationships as newer members of the legislature replace the Old Guard as they retire. If you would like to help us build closer ties to these Republican legislators, please let us know and plan on participating next year. In addition, there are a number of very good bills that have been introduced this year to help expand the rights of gay and lesbian Virginians and help protect the rights of same-sex couples. You can keep track of all of them at the Equality Virginia website, www.EqualityVirginia.org, and we will give you a full report after the legislative session concludes. Saturday, April 5 – “On the Road to Equality”—Join the Log Cabin Table
Equality Virginia will be hosting its Fifth Annual Commonwealth Dinner, “On the Road to Equality,” on Saturday, April 5, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. This black-tie-optional event brings together people from around the Commonwealth who have been working for fairness and equality for all Virginians to celebrate our victories and plan for the future. Standard tickets cost $100 and can be ordered online at www.EqualityVirginia.org. When you go to the web site, scroll down to “buy tickets or table” and then scroll down to “who is your table host.” There, you will find a drop-down box where you can request to be seated at the Log Cabin Republican Club of Virginia table. David Lampo, Log Cabin’s vice president, will also be hosting a table at the dinner, along with his partner, Don Lawrence. Lampo is a board member of Equality Virginia and chairman of its Political Action Committee. We are proud to announce that long-time Republican Delegate Vince Callahan from McLean will be awarded EV’s Equality Public Servant Award at the dinner, so please attend to show our proud support for Del. Callahan and his wife Yvonne for being the recipient of this coveted award.
2008 Calendar for the Log Cabin Republican Club of Virginia
To give members and supporters more notice of Log Cabin events and meetings, we’ve developed a calendar of events (see below) for the entire year. It’s also posted at www.VirginiaLogCabin.org, so please check it out for the latest information.
March
March 16 (Sunday) – In place of the usual monthly meeting, there will instead be a brunch on Sunday, March 16 from noon until 4 pm. Come and discuss the presidential campaign with old and new friends. There is a cover charge of $10 dollars, with checks made out to “LCR VA”, except for those members who have paid their dues for 2008 (or pay them at the door) Dues are $50 for singles; $80 for couples; $10 for at-large; and for students, half whichever category otherwise applies. The brunch will be held from 12 noon until 4 pm at the home of Carl Jackson & Si Snow (2006 Braddock Court in Alexandria). From I-395, take the King Street East exit, then right at the first light (Menokin) and an immediate right onto Van Dorn. At the next light go left onto West Braddock Rd. and then right at the second street (Braddock Ct.). If Braddock Court is full, park at the St. Stevens Middle School lot, which is directly across West Braddock from the entrance to Braddock Court. Call Carl or Si and (703) 370-4912 for additional information and to rsvp. April
April 5 (Saturday) – 5th Annual Equality Virginia (EV) Commonwealth Dinner in Richmond. Log Cabin will again have one or more tables at this black tie optional annual event, and we are very pleased that recently retired Republican Delegate Vincent Callahan of Fairfax will receive their annual Equality Public Servant Award. Delegate Callahan is a strong supporter of an inclusive Republican Party and has been supportive of our efforts. The cost is $100, and reservations may be made (and additional information obtained) by visiting the EV website at www.EqualityVirginia.org. MONTHLY MEETING: April 8 (Tuesday) – In line with our effort to introduce more social gatherings for Log Cabin members, the monthly meeting will consist of a social at Freddie’s Beach Bar in the Crystal City area of Arlington. Find out what your friends are thinking (or not), what transpired at the 5th Annual EV Commonwealth Dinner in Richmond, and come early to get happy hour prices. No formal presentation is planned. If you choose, stay and have dinner with other members.
It will start at 6 pm. Freddie’s Beach Bar is located at 555 S. 23 rd St. in Arlington’s Crystal City area. The closest Metro Station is the Crystal City stop.
April 10 thru 13 (Tuesday thru Sunday) – Attend the annual Log Cabin National Convention, which will be held this year in San Diego. Join other Virginia club members in social events, lectures, and speeches by noted officials such as former UN Ambassador John Bolton. For more details, visit the Log Cabin National web site at www.LogCabin.org. May
In lieu of the usual monthly meeting, we will have our 7th Annual LCR-VA PAC reception and fundraiser. The speaker and date are still to be announced. A PAC contribution, with the check make out to LCR-VA PAC, is required at either the $35, $100, $250, or $500 level. The reception will be from 6:30 until 9 pm at historic Gadsby’s Tavern, which is located at 138 N. Royal Street in “Old Town” Alexandria. May 17 (Saturday) - 8th Congressional District Convention, which requires pre- registration with your local party organization, e.g., Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, Fairfax, etc. Visit http://www.va8gop.org/campaign/convention08.php right away to see the registration deadlines. The deadline for Fairfax County residents is March 29. The deadlines for all other 8 th District jurisdictions have passed. Please get a friend to register with you and plan on attending on May 17. To be elected are the District Republican Chairman for 2008-10; 3 members to the Republican State Central Committee for 2008-12; 3 Delegates and 3 Alternate Delegates to the Republican National Convention; 1 Presidential Elector to serve on the Electoral College. The 8th District Convention will be held at the Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 Glebe Road in Arlington. Registration is from 8 to 10 am, and the convention starts at 10 am. Club member Jeffrey Miller will be a candidate for 1 of the 3 8th District seats on the State Central Committee. This is a competitive race and Jeff could use your support.
May 31 (Saturday) - State Convention of the Republican Party of Virginia. This requires prior registration with your local party organization. To be selected at the convention are 27 Delegates and 27 Alternates to the 2008 Republican National Committee (RNC); 2 Electors At Large to serve on the 2008 Electoral College; the Republican State Party Chairman; an RNC National Committeeman and National Committeewoman; and the Republican Candidate for the U.S. Senate in the November general election. The convention will be held in the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond.
June
June 8 (Sunday) – DC Pride Day Parade and other events. Volunteer to help staff the Log Cabin information booth at the DC Pride Day Festival (the booth will be a joint activity with the DC chapter and LCR National, though the Virginia chapter will take the lead by reserving the site and securing the equipment and services needed).
MONTHLY MEETING: June 10 (Tuesday) - Social hour from 6 to 7; speaker to be announced; short chapter meeting with report of officers; dinner afterwards. Location is the Rhodeside Grill (corner of Wilson Blvd. and Rhodes in Arlington – about 3 blocks from the Courthouse Metro Station). June 14 (Saturday) - Primary Voting (to select the Republican Candidate in Virginia Congressional Districts in which there are more than one Republican Candidate).
June 28 – Beach party with others from the region at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Confirmation, location, and other information is TBD. (UPDATED!)
July
July 13 (Sunday) - In lieu of the usual monthly meeting, we will gather on Sunday, July 13, for our annual summer picnic. For a low suggested donation of $10, eat from the grill and help empty a keg of beer. The picnic will be held from 1 to 4 at the home of Daniel Gri and James Abbott, which is located at 10329 Hickory Forest Drive in Fairfax, just off Hunter Mill Road. There is a pool, so bring your swimming attire if so inclined. August
MONTHLY MEETING: NONE – (Past experience with summer vacation schedules indicates that most people are away.) September
MONTHLY MEETING: September 9 (Tuesday) - Social hour starts at 6 as we watch the opening of the Republican Convention on multiple screens at the Rhodeside Grill (corner of Wilson Blvd. and Rhodes in Arlington – about 3 blocks from the Courthouse Metro Station).
October
MONTHLY MEETING: October 14 (Tuesday) - The monthly meeting will consist of a social at Freddie’s Beach Bar in the Crystal City area of Arlington. Come early to get happy hour prices. No formal presentation is planned. If you choose, stay and have dinner with other members. Pending confirmation, this will be a joint social with the DC chapter. Meet like-minded counterparts from across the river.
It will starts at 6 pm. Freddie’s Beach Bar is located at 555 S. 23rd St. in Arlington’s Crystal City area. The closest Metro Station is the Crystal City stop. November
MONTHLY MEETING: November 11 (Tuesday) - Social hour from 6 to 7; very short chapter meeting with a report by club officers, and then hear a presentation from journalist Amy Walter on the probable implications of the election outcome. This will be a repeat of the excellent and insightful presentation that Amy made to the club after the last presidential election. In addition, this is a chance to ask questions and get answers from a real authority. December
December 9 (Tuesday). In lieu of any formal monthly meeting, we will have our annual holiday party. It is tentatively planned to be held at a Club member’s home in the Clarendon section of Arlington. Details regarding location and contact information to be provided a later date. If you can bring a dish to share and want to coordinate that with the Social Chairman, contact Daniel Gri at (703) 281-1571.
January (2009) MONTHLY MEETING: Tuesday, January 13 - Social hour from 6 to 7; short formal session to elect officers for 2009, with dinner afterwards if you choose to stay. The venue will again be the Rhodeside Grill (corner of Wilson Blvd. and Rhodes in Arlington – about 3 blocks from the Courthouse Metro Station). Membership Renewals –
We remind members once again that your membership dues enable us to continue educating the Republican Party about why it should be socially tolerant and to educate the gay and lesbian communities on what it means to be Republican. Throughout the year, the Log Cabin Republican Club of Virginia meets with legislators, talks to the press, and meets the public at events like Gay Pride Day, and your dues allow us to do these things, and more. If you’re already a member, please renew your membership. If you’re not a current member, please sign up and help us spread the message of fiscal conservatism and social tolerance, a winning combination for our Party. Please join online at our website below or send your dues to our mailing address, also listed below. Thanks for your support.
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