NEWSLETTER - November 2009
OCEAN STATE 38
Felix Fernandes, resident of Lincon and a member of the Young Republicans of RI will be hosting the next Ocean State 38 at his home on November 14th from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. The Ocean 38 is a systematic fundraising program that seeks to locate one individual (or one fundraising team) in each of the State's 38 senate districts, who is willing to raise funds from his/her area for the benefit of the RIGOP. If you would like to host the next OCEAN38 please contact Travis Rowley, Young Republican Chair at trowley@idiversity.org
If you would like to get involved with the Rhode Island Young Republicans or would like to host a Ocean 38 event at your home, contact Travis Rowley, YR Chairman at trowley@idiversity.org or visit their website at:
http://www.rhodeislandyr.com
Are you a member of your local City/Town GOP Committee?
If your answer is no, then we highly encourage you to become involved with your local city or town GOP committee ASAP!!! One of the best ways to start getting involved and change things around in our state is by calling your local GOP Chair and telling them you want in, today! For more information about the cities and town GOP committees and who your local chair is, please call the RI GOP headquarters at 401-732-8282 or send an email to contact@rigop.org
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WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP!
We are looking for films and pictures that any of our friends may have of our dear and remembered friend Eileen Slocum. A documentary is in process and any help we can get would be greatly appreciated. Please get in touch with G. Wayne Miller at Peak Media via email at eaglepeakmedia@yahoo.com
State Central Committee Meeting Update:
The Middletown GOP committee will be hosting the last State Central Committee meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at the Middletown Courtyard by Marriot located at 9 Commerce Drive, Middletown, RI. Take Northgate Road West off Rt. 114, West Main Road, Middletown. The sign-in will be from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Meeting call to order 7:00 pm. Please note: Executive Meeting will be meeting prior t the meeting at 6:00PM at the same location as the State Central meeting. Meeting notice will be emailed on Monday 11/9.
State Central 2010 Meeting dates coming soon!
If you town would like to host the next State Central Committee please call the RIGOP office.
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Candidates 2009
Maurice Greene
House District 10
Time to put on the comfy shoes for the 3rd & final
Lit-Drop
We need you to come out and help out this weekend and on election day TUESDAY! SO put on your comfy shoes and get ready to win…
When: Saturday, November 7th
Time: 10:00 AM
Meeting Spot: OASIS GRILL, located at 220 BROAD ST. in Providence. Directly across the street from Classical High School's athletic field.
We are still looking for people to cover the 4 polling locations. Please get in contact with Dave Talan at 862-7519 (cell) 401-941-3662 (home) or E-mail: davetalan@aol.com
Also we are in need of folks who have pick up trucks or large vehicles to place some of Moe's campaign signs on your car days before and the day of the General election. Please contact Dave Talan. We are also getting ready to schedule Moe's supporter at each poll location. Let Dave know what time you are available.
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Come meet the Republican Candidate
Thomas Clupny
House District 62
Fundraiser
Pawtucket / East Providence
Join Tom Clupny and friends on Thursday, November 19th from 6:00 – 9:00 PM at Columbus Club of East Providence located at 3200 Pawtucket Avenue. Suggested Donations is $20.00 per person.
Want to know Tom a bit more visit his website at: www.tomclupny.com
In the meantime if you have any questions please contact the Pawtucket GOP Chairman Harold Gibson at halgibson1@verizon.net – 401-524-9035 or Will Ricci from East Providence at willricci@aol.com.
RI Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis announced the special election will be taking place on Tuesday, December 29, 2009.
Resident must be registered by November 28th in order to vote in the general election.
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RIGOP Congratulates Woonsocket Mayor-Elect Leo Fontaine
This past Tuesday night there was victory in Woonsocket! Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Giovanni Cicione congratulated former State Party Chair Leo Fontaine on his resounding win in the race for mayor of the City of Woonsocket. "Having known Leo for close to twenty years, I am sure that his proven commitment to public service and especially to the people of Woonsocket will yield great results for the city." Read RIGOP press release…click here.
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State Chairman Giovanni Cicione will be appearing on this Sunday’s “6 News On The Record” with Buddy Cianci airing at 7:30 am on ABC6. Don’t miss it!
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In Case you missed it
It’s Official: Erik Wallin Formally Files with the Board of Elections
For more information on Wallin’s campaign visit his website:
www.erickforag.com .
On Wednesday, Republican candidate Erik Wallin filed his declaration for RI Attorney General with the Board of Elections. Read more at the projo website…click here.
Do you know of a student who is seeking an Internship?
Get the Internship you want and learn how to make the most of your experience at the RIGOP office. We are now seeking undergraduate students or recent graduates for the Spring 2010 semester! Please emails a cover letter, resume, and writing sample no more than 3 pages to lvargas@rigop.org. For more information or questions please call the RI GOP office at 401-732-8282.
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Thank you to all who have donated this year! We are continuing to reach out to our existing and new donors to push for fundraising dollars especially during these upcoming special elections. Please know that a donation of $10.00, $25.00, $35.00 or even $50.00 makes a HUGE difference and it is graciousfully thanked! You can click here to make your secure onlor mail a check to the RIGOP office located at 1800 Post Road, Suite 17-I, Warwick, RI 02886. Please make checks payable “RIGOP.”
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