Editor’s Note:
The newsletter is always available online at www.larimerdems.org/newsletter.html.
As always, please submit any and all newsletter items to Anne Wilseck anneeliz73@gmail.com and William Russell williamjrussell3@gmail.com. Deadline for submissions is 5:00 pm Sunday.

Message from the Chair:    Speaker Romanoff in Red Feather on Saturday, everybody everywhere on Sunday, July 4th.

Congresswoman Betsy Markey is going to join the parade in Wellington and talk with voters in Loveland and Fort Collins on Sunday. I hope to see her, but I’m not sure I can keep up with her pace.

"Our ideals of freedom, set forth and realized in our Constitution, are our greatest export to the world."
--Senator Robert Byrd, D-W.Va., 1917-2010.
William Russell

VOTER REGISTRATION UPDATES!  REGISTRARS - IMPORTANT INFO!!!
June 12 through July 5:  All voter registration forms MUST be turned in within 2 days.
Kristina Bulik-Hocum must deliver them to the County Clerk within 5 days of the date on the forms.
July 5 through July 12:  ONE DAY TURN AROUND!
July 12th is registration deadline for the August 10th Primary.
Location: Drop off at LCDP headquarters, 606 S. Mason, or CALL Kristina at 970-266-8562 or 970-215-9885

Tue, July 6: ESTES PARK PICNIC FOR PROGRESSIVES
Join fellow progressives after the Rooftop Rodeo Parade for mouth-watering pulled pork sandwiches, which David White has graciously offered to prepare. He smokes the meat himself, and believe me, it is really delicious! Bring your friends and family. There is no charge but we will have a bucket for donations to offset the cost of the meat.
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 6, after the parade (around Noon)
Location: Stanley Park (a short walk from the end of the parade, in the shelter near the tennis courts)
For more info: Contact Karen Ericson, 586-5042

Wed, July 7: GUESS WHO'S COMING TO BREAKFAST?
After last minute appearances by Congresswoman Betsy Markey and US Senate Candidate Andrew Romanoff at the June Democratic Breakfast Forum, no one can predict which luminaries might show up for the July 7 event. It is safe to say that mystery guests will not include the CEO of BP or President Obama, but we tried!
Instead, Dems will have the opportunity to have breakfast with candidates who could become the next Larimer County Sheriff, or Kevin Lundberg's replacement in the Colorado Senate. Come hear the candidates with August 10 Democratic primary contests: Sheriff candidates, Jay Harrison & Al Ohms; Colorado Senate District 15 candidates, Rich Ball & Torsten Eckstein.
The July Breakfast Forum is an opportunity to also meet just-elected LCDP Chair William Russell, become an informed primary voter and enjoy a good breakfast in the best of company.
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 7, 7:45 am
Location: Cafe Columbine & Bakery, 802 W. Drake, NW corner of Drake & Worthington, Fort Collins
Attendance By Reservation Only: RSVP by June 30 to Lou Anderson, 224-5018, or email larimerdembreakfastforum@gmail.com.

UPCOMING PARADES AND BOOTHS
JULY will be a busy month for candidates and supporters and all Democrats who want to win in November!
July 3rd the LCDP will have an entry in the Red Feather Lakes parade.  Parade starts at 1:30 p.m.
July 4th the LCDP will have a float in the Wellington parade; a Booth in Loveland at North Lake Park; and a Booth in Old Town Fort Collins. The Wellington parade starts at 10:00 am.  Be there by 9:30 if you want to ride or march. The Loveland booth needs staff from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  The Fort Collins Booth needs staff from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
July 6th is the Rooftop Rodeo Parade in Estes Park.  Parade starts at 10:30 am.
July 10 & 11 is Summerfest Booth in Loveland at Foote Lagoon. The Summerfest Booth needs staff on Saturday, July 10 from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm and Sunday, July 11 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Make your plans now to attend any or all of these events. And please help us staff them too.
Please email the LCDP at ldems@frii.com to volunteer. You can also call Julie Lechtanski at 970 232 9683.  Please leave a message if no answer.

Tues, June 29: RICHARDS LAKE DESSERT PARTY FOR KAREN STOCKLEY
Brigitte Schmidt and Jim Madl invite you their home to meet Karen Stockley, our Democratic candidate for House District 49. Karen wants to hear about the issues and concerns that are important to you. So come, bring a friend, share your views, and help Karen be the one to represent us in Denver. Light appetizers and dessert will be served.
A suggested donation of $25 will help Karen reach her voters and win this fall.
Date &Time: Tuesday, June 29, 6:30-8:00 pm
Location: 932 Inverness Road
RSVP: Brigitte Schmidt at 970-224-9418, or Martha Coleman at marthacoleman@earthlink.net or 970-221-2581

Wed, June 30: STOCKLEY FOR HOUSE 49 VOLUNTEER MEETING
Interested in volunteering for local Democrats this year? Get with the plan and join Karen Stockley's team! Campaign Manager Tim Kubik will go over opportunities to get involved if you live south and west of Loveland. Hope you can join us!
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 30, 6:30 pm
Location: South Office LCDP South Office, 505 N. Cleveland, Loveland

Thur, July 1: BENNET FOR COLORADO PHONEBANK
Join us Thursday and help us make phone calls to your Democratic neighbors for Michael! We'll be making phone calls from 4pm to 8pm so come over and help us out! Our office is located at 606 S. Mason St (inside LCDP HQ, across from Avo's). If you are interested in helping out, please contact Lisa at 970.430.6603 or Lisa@BennetforColorado.com.
Day & Time: Thursday, July 1st, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: LCDP HQ, 606 S. Mason St, Fort Collins
Contact: Lisa Changadveja at 970.430.6603

Fri, July 2: BENNET FOR COLORADO BUS TOUR KICK-OFF W/ BETSY MARKEY
Join Michael Bennet and Betsy Markey as we kick-off our Bennet for Colorado Bus Tour! Come out for a fun rally with Michael and friends at the Rolland Moore Park on Friday,  July 2nd at 5:30PM. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your family and friends!! For more information, contact Lisa at 970.430.6603 or Lisa@BennetforColorado.com.
Day & Time: Friday, July 2nd, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Rolland Moore Park, Pavillion #2, 2201 S. Shields St., Fort Collins
Contact: Lisa Changadveja at 970.430.6603

Sat, July 3: ANDREW ROMANOFF SPAGHETTI DINNER
The Mountain Dems invite all of you to experience the "cool" mountain air. Please join us for a special spaghetti dinner donation fundraiser in support of Andrew Romanoff. Andrew plans to interrupt the music supplied by The New Cosmic Americans from Boulder to address those In attendance. Before the spaghetti dinner, join Andrew and the Mountain Dems for the Red Feather parade at 1:30 pm., and after dinner head back to Red Feather for the fabulous fireworks over the water. Hope to see y'all on the 3rd.
Date & Time: Saturday, July 3, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: The Mountain Meetin' Place, Glacier View Meadows Gate #8
Contact: Dave or Ginny Doft, Mountain Dems (970)484-8208

Sun, July 4: MARCH WITH RICH BALL IN WELLINGTON
Please join the Rich Ball For Senate Campaign in the Wellington 4th of July Parade. We will be meeting at the corner of Wellington and Cleveland at 9:00 to start decorating the float. Please come walk with Rich and hand out candy. Happy independence day!
Date & Time: Sunday, July 4, 9:00 am
Location: Corner of Wellington and Cleveland, Wellington

PRECINCT WALKING THIS WEEK WITH STATE REP. JOHN KEFALAS
Please come spend a couple of hours with me this week, as I walk door to door talking to voters. I would really like some company as I go to every neighborhood in my district, talk to every persuadable voter, and make sure our progressive message continues to carry the day in November. Please call me at 221-1135 or my campaign manager Lenina Olivas as 631-4466 (lmolivas@hotmail,com) to work out a specific time. PS - save the dates for morning walking on July 10th, July 31st, August 14th & August 28th.

Democratic Breakfast Forum: Fort Collins
Monthly breakfast
Date & Time: First Wednesdays at 7:45 am
Location: Columbine Cafe & Bakery, NW corner of Drake and Worthington, Fort Collins.
Contact & RSVP A Week Ahead: Lou Anderson, 224-5018, or email: larimerdembreakfastforum@gmail.com

Democratic Business Coalition: Fort Collins
Monthly Luncheon
Date & Time: Second Tuesday of each month. 12:00 noon, Guest presentation. Doors open at 11:30 am to socialize and start lunch.
Location: Home State Bank, 303 East Mountain, Fort Collins.
Contact: M.L. Johnson, 482-4979 or mjohnson@lamar.colostate.edu for reservations and to order catered lunch.

Larimer Democrats Southern Breakfast: Loveland
Date & Time: Third Fridays, 7:00 - 8:00 am
Location: Schmidt’s Bakery & Delicatessen, 808 14th St SW
Cost: $15, including tip & a donation back to the LCDP
Contact & RSVP: LCDP South Office 970-461-5779, or email Ralph Trenary at trenaryr3@msn.com

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