July 20th, our general meeting, is also an endorsement meeting. Please review the 2009 Elections page for more information on the endorsement process and which candidates have contacted us so far for endorsement. We hope to see you on Monday!
The Burien Parade on July 4th was a great success! We’ll get some pictures up soon from that event. Now that we are all rested up, let’s renew our enthusiasm and head down to Kent to participate in Cornucopia Days. You have several opportunities to show your Democratic spirit and promote our year-round mission.
First, you can sign up to help staff the District’s booth at the Street Fair. We are sharing the booth with the 47th district. Let’s show the 47th our spirit! The purpose of the booth is to promote Democratic candidates and issues. The booth is #32; located on the north side of Meeker Street between Second and Fourth Avenues. Closest parking is located on the north side of Smith Street between Fourth and Sixth Avenues. Last year, I parked at Kent Commons, entering the lot from James street between 4th and 6th Avenues.
Current shifts available on Sunday, July 12:
9:00 am-12:00 noon
12:00-2:00 pm
2:00-4:00 pm
4:00-6:00 pm
6:00-8:00 pm
Please let me know what shifts you want to cover, so I can make sure we have at least one person for each shift.
And, of course, the Cornucopia Days Parade on Sunday, July 12 starts at 2:00 pm; we will be gathering with Karen and Dave at 5th and Gowe around 1:00 pm. Several candidates will be marching with us (such as Kent City Council candidate Dennis Higgins, Port Commissioner Candidate Max Vekich, and King County Executive candidate Dow Constantine). The theme this year is “Have a Rockin’ Good Time in 2009″, so let’s go to Kent and Rock!!
Parking: There are several facilities (schools, churches, etc) around the staging area that have parking lots that may be available for parade goers and marchers, as well as limited on-street parking. Last year, I parked at the end of the route at Kent Commons (enter from James between 4th and 6th), which meant walking the route twice, but you’ll do that anyway; either before or after the Parade. There is also parking on the north side of Smith St between 4th and 6th Avenues that is identified as festival parking.
If you are unfamiliar with Kent, their website kcdays.com has great maps for each event, that will help you navigate the town amid the festival street closures.
I have T-shirts and hats for those who want them, as well as issue-specific parade signs identifying the 33rd. I can bring hats and shirts to the booth beforehand, to the parade, or make arrangements to meet you someplace so you can have them for your shift at the booth or marching in the parade. Please let me know what you prefer. I have some kid sizes as well.
Sooo, put on your comfortable shoes and come on down to Kent for a Rockin’ Good Time!
See you there!
Paula Joneli
206 878 2171
pjoneli@comcast.net
Hey all you 33rd Dems, let’s show our spirit at the Burien 4th of July Parade this Saturday! While 2009 is not a huge election year, we still have important races and issues that need our support and enthusiasm; County Executive, County Assessor, Port Commission, local races, as well as critical issues facing our state and nation; like Health Care, Education, the Environment, etc.
Sooo, on Saturday, July 4th, we will be lining up with the 34th and 11th Dems, Senator Keiser, Reps Upthegrove and Orwall, and our endorsed candidates to celebrate this great country.
So, meet up with us on 8th Ave SW between 149th and 151st (just east of Ambaum Blvd) starting at 2:30 pm. The parade begins at 3:30, follows a circuit route and ends up back about where we will be parked. Immediately after the parade, Dave Upthegrove’s family is graciously hosting their annual barbeque at their family home on Lake Burien (1808 SW 156th) where the beer and soda will be icy, and the hamburgers and veggie burgers hot and juicy. This is always a fun time to meet and greet fellow dems, candidates, and our electeds.
Now, for the details: Parking is available at the Municipal lot at 634 SW 151st, as well as the mish-mash of lots that serve several small business buildings. Please be considerate and don’t park immediately adjacent to a business that is open that day.
I will have 33rd t-shirts, hats, and signs supporting various issues. Please plan to wear the shirts and hats at future events — and I will bring the signs back to those future events, as well. You are also welcome to carry signs for your favorite candidate (provided by said candidate!).
Let’s show the City of Burien and our fellow Dems what an enthusiastic crowd we can be. So, suit up and show up before the fireworks blow up!!
33rd Summer Events Coordinator
Paula Joneli
206 878 2171
pjoneli@comcast.net
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