01.28.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 2:23 pm by M Beauregard
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GHDC April Speaker –
ROBERT SANBORN, ED.D.
President/CEO Children at Risk
Speaking on the topic of CHILDREN AT RISK’S PRIORITIES FOR THE 81ST TEXAS LEGISLATURE:
Education
Human Trafficking
Children’s Health Mental Health
Childhood Obesity
Juvenile Justice
Dr. Robert David Sanborn is a noted leader, advocate, & activist for education and children and the President/CEO of Children at Risk in Houston, Texas, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to innovative change for children through research, education, and public policy. Dr. Sanborn leads Children at Risk with a dedication to inventive ideas, collaborations with like-minded groups, resource developing partnerships, and a belief that all children deserve extraordinary opportunities to succeed.
Dr. Sanborn has worked and served as a senior leader with many organizations, always bringing with him a focus on innovation and education. He has served on the staff and/or faculties of Rice University, Hampshire College, Columbia University, the University of Tulsa, Emory University and the University of Massachusetts. He was previously the CEO of the Education Foundation of Harris County where his accomplishments included a significant rise in resources, partnerships and visibility for innovative urban public education.
Dr. Sanborn earned his undergraduate degree at Florida State University and his doctorate at Columbia University in New York City. He has also served as an advisor and board member to numerous non-profit organizations.
Dr. Sanborn is an editor of the upcoming Growing Up in Houston book and has authored 12 books and over forty articles on education, career development and related education topics. He has hosted his own radio and television programs, and has spoken to numerous conferences, civic, business, education, and student groups on a variety of topics. He has lived and worked around the world and has called home to places in Europe, Africa, and Latin
For more information about CHILDREN AT RISK please visit their website at www.childrenatrisk.org
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01.23.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 1:28 pm by M Beauregard
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2009 CIP Public Meetings Schedule
District H
Thurs Jan. 29 6:30-8:30
West End Multi-Service Center
170 Heights Blvd.
The City of Houston will conduct combined public meetings on the City’s FY2009 Annual Operating Budget, FY2010-2014 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and 2008 Annual Consolidated Plan.
Since 1984, the City has held public meetings to obtain citizen input before preparation of the operating budget and capital improvement plan. These meetings provide citizens the opportunity to participate in the budget process through contributing comments and suggestions about needed services and improvements. Citizen Request Forms will be provided at each meeting for your comments/suggestions. You can also obtain forms online at the following web page http://www.houstontx.gov/cao/2009cip/2009cip-requestform.pd
for by calling the Mayor’s Citizens’ Assistance Office at (832) 393-0955.
The City of Houston will provide reasonable accommodations to citizens with disabilities/special needs upon request one week in advance of the meeting. Citizens are encouraged to call (832) 393-0955 for arrangements.
Please go to
http://www.houstontx.gov/cao/cip2009.html
for more information and for schedules of upcoming CIP meetings.
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01.19.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 2:45 pm by M Beauregard
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INTRODUCING A NEW EVENING WITH HCDP: ISSUES AND ANSWERS SERIES
Brown Bag Luncheons have been so successful, we thought we would add a nighttime program, too. So please join Harris County Democratic Party Thursday, January 22nd, 6:00 p.m. at the Party Headquarters located at 1445 N. Loop West, Suite 110, Houston, Texas 77008 (exit Ella Blvd.), as we debut our brand new “Evening with HCDP Issues and Answers Series.” The Series will focus on informing Democrats and other interested citizens about important policy issues facing our community and nation. The series will be patterned after our very popular Brown Bag Luncheon Series but will afford an opportunity to those who cannot get away for lunch to hear dynamic speakers discuss important topics while enjoying light refreshments and good Democratic fellowship.
So join us Thursday, January 22nd, 6:00 p.m. as we welcome
Dr. Ana Malinow, M.D.
Health Care for All Texas
"Single Payer Universal Health Coverage Plans"
and other health care reform issues.
Q & A session, light refreshments, and great networking.
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01.15.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 8:28 pm by M Beauregard
The Harris County Tejano Democrats,
Greater Heights Democratic Club
&
Keep Houston Beautiful
Day Of Service – Call for Action: Trash clean up along White Oak Bayou
President -elect Barack Obama has called all Americans to take part in a national day of service. This renewed call for volunteerism is to remind all Americans what ordinary people can accomplish when we stand together.
The Harris County Tejano Democrats and The Greater Heights Democratic Club will co-host a trash clean up along White Oak Bayou in the Houston Heights area. We along with President -elect Barack Obama are calling you to action.
Join us this Saturday January 17, 2009 at 9:00am in the parking lot for the upper softball field on White Oak Dr. in The Houston Heights. Look for the The Greater Heights Democratic Club and Tejano Democrats Banners on a White Tent. Please bring your own set of gloves. We will provide water and Trash Bags.
"It will take ordinary citizens working together with a common purpose to get this country back on track. This national day of service is an important first step in our continuing commitment.
Now is the time to remind all Americans what ordinary people can accomplish when we stand together" Michelle Obama
If you cannot make this event but would like to answer President -elect Barack Obama’s call to service please check out his web site for other local projects that will be happening between Jan 17 – Jan 20, 2009. www.USAservice.org/calltoservice
For more info please contact Kevin at kjhman12002@yahoo.com(713) 305-5468 or Sandra at sandra.puente@gmail.com(713) 303-7247
Kevin J. Hoffman
713-305-5468
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Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 12:09 pm by M Beauregard
HALF-PRICE CARNIVAL PACKS AND RELIANT PARK ADMISSION TICKETS
I am a volunteer on the Carnival Ticket Sales Committee for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™. We sell (1) HALF-PRICE Carnival Packs, good for carnival rides & games, and (2) Reliant Park Admission Tickets (also good for admission into the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest). See attached flyers (English & Spanish).
HELP A NEEDY CHILD ENJOY THE CARNIVAL WITH ONLY A $15 DONATION
It costs approximately $15 to send a child to the livestock show and carnival to enjoy a few carnival rides and games. Would you be willing to make a donation? See attached flyer. You can now donate online with your credit card and designate from a list of charity recipient organizations or have the Show select a charity. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ is a Section 501(c)(3) charity, so your donation may be tax deductible. Every dollar helps!
SHARE THIS OPPORTUNITY WITH OTHERS
Please share my flyer with co-workers, friends, neighbors, family, churches, etc. by forwarding this e-mail or hanging this flyer in your lunchroom, break room, etc. Over the past 11 years, I have raised more than $345,000 for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ . Last year, our committee raised more than $2.8 million which helps benefit the Show’s youth and educational programs. We appreciate your support!
To order now, view this link:
https://secure.rodeohouston.com/carnivaltickets/?salescode=919222
Mail Orders must be postmarked by Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009.
Internet, Phone & Fax Orders accepted through Friday, Feb. 27, 2009.
Jill Clement
Chairman of the Carnival Ticket Sales Committee
zackandjillclement@sbcglobal.net
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01.14.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 2:59 pm by M Beauregard
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01.04.09
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 9:05 pm by M Beauregard
The ROADwomen monthly meeting falls on Inauguration Day this year. We are having a Champagne Celebration, and we invite your club members to join us. There is no charge for the event, but we do need RSVPs so we can be sure to have enough food and champagne. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.
ROADwomen
Inauguration Champagne Celebration
3rd Tuesday in January is Inauguration Day
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A New Beginning for America
Join ROADwomen for champagne and hors dʼoeuvres
as we celebrate the inauguration of
President Barack Obama
Tuesday, January 20, 5:30 p.m.
St. Stephens Episcopal Church Parish Hall
1805 W. Alabama at Woodhead, free parking across the street
RSVPs are essential for this event.
Please RSVP to roadie@roadwomen.com
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Pol. Adv. River Oaks Area Democratic Women
To unsubscribe, send email to roadie@roadwomen.com
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Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 7:29 pm by M Beauregard
3rd Thursday of each month
Thursday Jan 15 at 6:30pm social time / 7pm meeting
Harris County Democratic Party Office
1445 North Loop @ Ella Blvd, next to Lowe’s, 1st floor
free parking in the garage
Monthly Meeting:
Voter Registrar class
Thursday Jan. 15, 2009
6:30pm Social time, 7:00pm Meeting / class
1445 North Loop West, Suite 110
(East of IBEW Bldg.) Houston , TX 77008
If you were a Voter Registrar this past year you will need to renew in order be a Voter Registrar this year. As you may know we will have a election this May for District H, City Council seat. Please RSVP for the class by Jan 14 at 5pm so that we have a class packet for you. You will need to bring your TX ID card and your old or new Voter Id Card to the class.
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