10.25.07
Posted in GHDC Blog, Special Events & Honors at 3:00 am by M Beauregard
Maria was a member who attended our meetings regularly. We are truly saddened to hear of her untimely and tragic death. We will certainly miss her dynamic Democratic enthusiasm and energy !!
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 MARIA W. GABLE, born January 27, 1932 to Friedrich and Maria Mueller Wuest in Wertheim, Germany, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 12, 2007 after being struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Houston. Maria grew up in Germany during WW II, where she walked two miles in the snow to school. She began her nursing career in Germany and worked at William Beaumont Army Hospital in El Paso, White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, the VA Hospital in Houston and retired from Civil Service. Mrs. Gable was active in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Houston Saengerbund, Heights Homeowners Association, Heights Democrats, and as a Court Visitor. She is preceded in death by her parents; former husband, Bill Eugene Gable, and her brother, Emil Schultz. She is survived by daughters, Annette White, and Rosemarie Barnes and husband, Gene; sons, Michael Gable, John Gable and wife, Luann, and Robert Gable and wife, Martha; grandchildren, Vincent Gable, Robert Gable, Montana Barnes, David Gable, Nathan Gable and Lisa Ann Marie Gable; sister, Emma Knirsch and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and very dear, close friends, especially Anne Harwood. She was the best mother, grandmother and friend anyone could want and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 9:00 p.m. Friday, October 19, 2007 at Heights Funeral Home. The funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 20, 2007 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 306 East 15th, Houston, Texas 77008. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Houston, Texas.
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10.24.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:40 am by M Beauregard
Because of the excellent speakers and programs offered by our neighbor Dem Clubs (Montrose, Oak Forest, Spring Branch), we are posting their meeting notices for interested parties.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS UPCOMING
WED. OCTOBER 24 MEETING
RICK NORIEGA, Democratic candidate for United States Senator.;
ANNISE PARKER, City of Houston CONTROLLER
ZAF TAHIR and JOLANDA JONES, two city council contendors for At Large Pos 5 will be present (last meeting we met the other two)
We’ll cover an analysis of CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS on the NOVEMBER ballot…..Elections for the officers for this first term of Spring Branch Democrats.
DATE AND TIME: Wed October 24 at 6:30 PM / Join us every 4th Weds.
LOCATION: 2600 Gessner, 2nd floor conference room; In the medical office complex on Gessner between Kempwood and Hammerly. Please enter at the center of the office complex, 2nd floor on the left.
RSVP: to crow_2004vote@hotmail.com or Pat / 713-690-3662.
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Dr. James Hansen
Wednesday, Oct. 24, 7:30 pm / Wortham Center, Cullen Theater
Program: Climate Change: The Latest Science. Premiere climatologist, Dr. James Hansen was the first to create broad awareness of global warming in his Congressional testimonies in 1980s. He heads the NASA Institute for Space Studies in New York City.
Program at 7:30 p.m. in the Wortham Center, Cullen Theater. Private patron reception with the speaker at 6:15 in the green room. / Book signing after the program in the grand foyer. Books will be on sale throughout the evening by Brazos Bookstore. / A limited number of premiere-patron tickets at $150 and patron tickets at $110 include center-front seating, private patron reception with the speaker, an autographed book, and commemorative book plate. Tickets from $15 to $54. Discounts for seniors 65 and over, groups of 15 or more, and students are available at 10% off nonsubsription prices at all levels except patron. Valid ID required at the door. There are no tickets sold in advance at The Wortham box office or any physical box office. Tickets are sold by the independent box office service, ClicknPrint, by telephone and online (see link and phone number under photograph). /For the hearing impaired, headsets are available from the ushers. [questions for James Hansen ]
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10.23.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 7:08 am by M Beauregard
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Invitation to the Houston Area Table Members
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Do you want to communicate more effectively about:
• Public programs and services
• Fiscal issues
• Public policy
Then, come to a special training on framing and messaging for members of the Texas Table.
Register by October 1, 2007
Registration is Free.
Participation is limited to 40, so RSVP soon!
This interactive workshop offers participants an in-depth training on changing public attitudes toward the role of government in society, with implications for communicating more effectively about public programs and services, fiscal issues, and public policy.
The training is grounded in Strategic Frame Analysis tm — and innovative approach to communications research and practice developed by the Frameworks Institute and the strategic recommendations of the “Talking about Government” Project of Public Works: The Demos Center for the Public Sector.
Register NOW at CPPP’s event page.
Contact Lesley Ramsey at CPPP for more information: ramsey@cppp.org.
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WHEN:
Tuesday,
October 23, 2007
9 am – 4 pm
WHERE:
Catholic Charities
2900 Louisiana St.
Houston, TX
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Our mailing address is:
The Center for Public Policy Priorities
900 Lydia Street
Austin, Texas 78702
Our telephone:
512-320-0222
Copyright (C) 2007 The Center for Public Policy Priorities All rights reserved.
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What is the Houston Area Table?
The Houston Area Table (HAT) is a non-profit, non-partisan 501c(3) organization dedicated to fostering communication and cooperation among Houston area progressive organizations.
Why attend Houston Area Table Meetings?
- HAT brings community leaders together to build trust and share information about your organization
- HAT helps organizations explore opportunities for collaboration and coalition building
- HAT provides monthly speakers/panels that inform, educate, and train leaders in critical organizing and leadership skills
- HAT builds and strenghtens a progressive coalition in the Houston area
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10.20.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 7:59 am by M Beauregard
 This is the Harris County Democratic Party’s annual fundraiser to pay for utilities and office supplies. All of the 9-5 office staff are volunteers. |
This event is SOLD OUT!! Capacity of 800 has been reached. ThanX for your support!!
Rahm Emanuel
U.S. Congressman from Illinois
2007 Johnson- Rayburn- Richards Dinner
Saturday, October 20, 2007- 6-10pm
Dinner and Silent Auction, $125. each
VIP Reception with the Congressman, Dinner, and Silent Auction, $175.
Congressmember Rahm Emanuel will be the featured guest at the 2007 Johnson-Rayburn- Richards Dinner, slated for Saturday evening, October 20, 2007, at the JW Marriott Hotel on Westheimer. As chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in 2006, Representative Emanuel is credited with being the architect of the Democratic takeover of the United States House of Representatives, when he spearheaded the strategy which led to Democrats winning 30 new seats in the Congress. He now serves as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, the fourth highest ranking leadership position in the U.S. House of Representatives. Before being elected to Congress, Rep. Emanuel served as Senior Advisor to President Bill Clinton. Noted for his strong partisan style, Rep. Emanuel is co-author of the 2006 book, The Plan: Big Ideas for America.
Event Chairman Herman Litt has announced that the theme for this year’s
Johnson-Rayburn-Richards Dinner (recently renamed to include and honor the late, great Ann Richards), is "Democrats Waltz Across Texas".
Click here to reserve your sponsorship, table, or ticket to this year’s gala event or donate an auction item. The "Silent Auction" is named in honor of our friend the late Sue Trapp, a dedicated HCDP volunteer who has previously coordinated the auction.
EVENT THEME:
Democrats Waltz Across Texas, as we celebrate the sweep of Democratic victories in Dallas, Travis, and El Paso Counties and prepare to do the same thing here in Harris County !!
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10.19.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 3:52 am by M Beauregard
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CHILDREN AT RISK Seminar Series:
The Nexus Between The Education and
Juvenile Justice Systems and the
Impact of Mental Health Issues
October 19, 2007
South Texas College of Law
Garrett-Townes Hall
1303 San Jacinto
Houston, Texas 77002
6.75 MCLE Hours .75 Hour Ethics
Approved for .675 CEUs
Register Online
Program & Registration Form
The CHILDREN AT RISK Seminar Series will aid professionals working with and on behalf of children and adolescents with updates on current legal issues and available resources.
The focus of the first seminar in the series is the nexus between the juvenile justice and education systems and the impact of mental health issues on that nexus. Large numbers of children with mental illnesses and disabilities are involved in both the juvenile justice and education systems. This seminar will highlight children’s mental health issues and how they impact these children and their representatives at school, in court and throughout the juvenile justice process. This program will heighten public awareness of Education and Juvenile Justice System issues and available resources as well as start a dialogue among professionals from different disciplines about related reform efforts.
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10.18.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:27 am by M Beauregard
The Texas Economic and Demographic Association www.TEDA.org
is presenting a special program of interest to citizens and U.S. employers, particularly
Texans for Sensible Immigration Policy TxSIP http://www.txsip.com
This group is composed of local business leaders, many of whom are connected to the construction industry. They have been actively lobbying congress for immigration policies that will help preserve the immigrant labor force.
Speaker:
Pia Orrenius, Ph.D. Senior Economist and Policy Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
"The Economics of Immigration":
The Economic Impact of Undocumented Residents
Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Federal Reserve Bank Houston, 1801 Allen Parkway
(enter the parking garage from Gillette St. on the east side)
Free for TEDA members; $10 per person for guests.
Includes free parking, reception, buffet meal. 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required to enter the facility for security purposes. Law enforcement officers will not grant access to anyone who is not pre-registered.
RSVP to teda@houston.org or call 713/844-3618
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10.16.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog, Special Events & Honors at 3:53 am by M Beauregard
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 WILLIAM A. BUIE, born March 2, 1932 in Houston, Texas passed away Thursday, October 11, 2007 at the age of 75. He served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957. Bill worked for Southern Pacific Railroad as a Railroad Clerk for over 25 years. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Holy Rosary Council 11023 and the Catholic Chaplains Corps. Bill enjoyed traveling throughout Europe, Caribbean, and the United States.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Loron and Lucille Buie; and several aunts and uncles. Bill is survived by his lifetime partner of 33 years, Bob Rogers; uncle, Douglas Boutwell and his wife Maurine; cousins, Shirley Taylor, JoAnn Stubbs, Connie Brown, Joy McNally, Reggie Boutwell, James Boutwell, and numerous other loving relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 15, 2007 at Earthman Downtown Chapel, 2420 Fannin.
A Funeral Mass will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 3600 Travis. Rite of Committal will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Houston SPCA, 900 Portway Dr., Houston, Texas 77024-8022.
Bill & Bob have been longtime members of Greater Heights Democrats Club and we will certainly miss their energy and historical perspective on both politics, but also the GLBT movement. They are only 1 generation away, and GLBT struggles for equality and respect have improved, but still have a long ways to go. It is committed couples like BIll & Bob who have proven to the world the validity of same gender relationships, and the power and value they contribute to our local communities. Bill’s recent phone calling last May to "get out the vote" for the Melissa Noriega Campaign truly made a difference in that race. Again, we will truly miss the involvement of this dynamic couple and want to support Bob any way that we can in his time of loss.
The links below will take you directly to Bill’s Guestbook where you may compose your thoughts, memories, and submit photos.
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 10/14/2007.
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10.15.07
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:21 am by M Beauregard
1st Annual Adrian Garcia Golf Classic
October 15, 2007
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding these or other events. Also, let me know if you would be interested in serving as a volunteer.
Regards,
Ed Gonzalez
Community Liaison
Councilman Adrian Garcia’s office
Phone: 713-498-6969
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Posted in Events, GHDC Blog, Special Events & Honors at 3:48 am by M Beauregard
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WILLIAM A. BUIE, born March 2, 1932 in Houston, Texas passed away Thursday, October 11, 2007 at the age of 75. He served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957. Bill worked for Southern Pacific Railroad as a Railroad Clerk for over 25 years. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Holy Rosary Council 11023 and the Catholic Chaplains Corps. Bill enjoyed traveling throughout Europe, Caribbean, and the United States.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Loron and Lucille Buie; and several aunts and uncles. Bill is survived by his lifetime partner of 33 years, Bob Rogers; uncle, Douglas Boutwell and his wife Maurine; cousins, Shirley Taylor, JoAnn Stubbs, Connie Brown, Joy McNally, Reggie Boutwell, James Boutwell, and numerous other loving relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 15, 2007 at Earthman Downtown Chapel, 2420 Fannin.
A Funeral Mass will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 3600 Travis. Rite of Committal will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Houston SPCA, 900 Portway Dr., Houston, Texas 77024-8022.
Bill & Bob have been longtime members of Greater Heights Democrats Club and we will certainly miss their energy and historical perspective on both politics, but also the GLBT movement. They are only 1 generation away, and GLBT struggles for equality and respect have improved, but still have a long ways to go. It is committed couples like BIll & Bob who have proven to the world the validity of same gender relationships, and the power and value they contribute to our local communities. Bill’s recent phone calling last May to "get out the vote" for the Melissa Noriega Campaign truly made a difference in that race. Again, we will truly miss the involvement of this dynamic couple and want to support Bob any way that we can in his time of loss.
The links below will take you directly to Bill’s Guestbook where you may compose your thoughts, memories, and submit photos.
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 10/14/2007. |
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