In this section, you’ll find recaps of past events and activities in which HCDC has participated or contributed.

KEEPING VIRGINIA BLUE 2009

Sunday, May 31, 2009, at the Belmont Recreation Center, Henrico, VA

Keeping Virginia Blue 2009, the 4th annual signature dinner and fundraiser for HCDC, was held on Sunday, May 31st at the Belmont Recreation Center. Mark Brumitt provided music while the guests enjoyed appetizers and checked out all the great items that were donated for the silent auction. Steve Shannon, candidate for Attorney General, addressed the gathering. We then heard from Mira Signer, representing Mike Signer and Sylvia Wagner, representing Jody Wagner before enjoying a buffet dinner.

Senator Donald McEachin served as the Master of Ceremonies and kept the evening activity flowing. After hearing from James Towey and Tom Shields, candidates for the House of Delegates, David Kovacs presented each of them with a generous donation from HCDC. Our keynote speaker for the evening was Dr. Bob Holsworth, who shared his perspectives on the candidates and the upcoming Democratic Primary and general elections this fall. Among the other dignitaries attending were Delegate Jennifer McClellan, Supervisor Frank Thornton, and School Board members Lamont Bagby and John Montgomery. The evening ended with John Montgomery acting as auctioneer for the “live” portion of the silent auction. Thanks to John, the silent auction is always a sell-out – and is anything but silent!

A special thank you to Kimberly Kyle and her committee for such a wonderful evening. We all look forward to 2010!

THANKS TO ALL WHO SUPPORTED THE 2009 “KEEPING VIRGINIA BLUE” EVENT:
American Blue Sponsor: IBEW-Local 666 // Delegate Jennifer McClellan

Virginia Blue Sponsor: AFL-CIO // Congressman Bobby Scott //Senator Donald McEachin // Delegate Joe Morrissey // David and Pam Kovacs

Henrico Blue Sponsor: Cheryl Zando // Jamie Nolan // April Cain // Bedros Bandazian // Tom & Carol Herbert // Shields for Delegate Campaign // Towey for Delegate Campaign // Frank Thornton, Fairfield District Supervisor // Matt Jaroneski // Lamont Bagby // John Montgomery // Craig and Christie Bieber // Lourdes Pogue

Royal Blue Patron: Stephanie Wingate // Robin Crane // Chris Archer // Ron Chaney // Lisa Williams // Kimberly Kyle

Loyal Blue Patron: Pat Hudson // Gina Venn // Clifton Barnhill

HCDC ANNUAL PICNIC

Monday, May 11, 2009 at Three Lakes Park

Our second annual picnic was held on May 11th at Three Lakes Park. What a difference a year makes! Rather than the record heat of 2008, we had a cool, rainy day. But the skies cleared and the sun came out just as the grills were firing up. While we enjoyed hamburgers and hot dogs provided by HCDC, plus all the great side dishes and deserts that our members brought, we heard from Jon Bowerbank, candidate for Lt. Governor, Tom Shields, candidate for the 73rd House of Delegates district, and James Towey, candidate for the 56th House of Delegates district. Representatives from the other campaigns also spoke. Senator Donald McEachin, Delegate Joe Morrisey, and Supervisor Frank Thornton also attended.

A special thanks to Tom Herbert and Daniel Plaugher for manning the grills.

2008 VIRGINIA STATE DEMOCRATIC (DPVA)CONVENTION was held on
Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at the Hampton Convention Center, Hampton, VA

The Henrico Democratic Committee, 3rd and 7th Congressional Districts were represented by a large contingent of Democrats, some for the first time. They heard from many local, state and congressional elected officials and candidates. Governor Tim Kaine, Senator Jim Webb, candidates for the U.S. Senate Mark Warner and 7th District U.S. Representative Anita Hartke were among the many speakers.

Four new members to the DNC were elected as well as 150 voting delegates (125 for Obama, 25 for Clinton) to the National Convention in Denver this August.

See details on the VDPA web site.
site www.vademocrats.org

2008 June HCDC Monthly Meeting and Picnic Was a Huge Success

Over fifty people attended, brought food, cooked on grills, met 7th CD Candidate Anita Hartke, State Senator Don McEachin, State Delegate Joe Morrisey, and Henrico Supervisor Frank Thornton among others. The hundred degree temperatures did not dampen the enthusiasm of our many Henrico Democrats.

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2008 Henrico Memorial Day Parade Renewed in May

5. 26. 08 | Richmond, VA – It was a beautiful, sunny day for the new Henrico Memorial Day Parade that featured several patriotic HCDC Democrats proudly walking and carrying two HCDC banners. Led by Chair David Kovacs, our HCDC representatives were enthusiastic, adding to the red, white and blue fun and festivities!

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