Democratic Activist Women’s Network Announces Honorees for Women’s Appreciation Day Reception
Des Moines, IA: February 11, 2010 – DAWN's List has announced the names of five Democratic women who will be honored at the Women’s Appreciation Day Reception to be held Monday, March 8th, at the Grand Piano Bistro in Des Moines.
“We received nominations from all over the state for these awards,” said Carole Kazmierski, President of DAWN’s List. "The nominees are outstanding women who have made major contributions to the state of Iowa."
Award winners include Andrea Jansa, Des Moines (Rising Star Award); Rachael Grimes, McCallsburg (Special Recognition Award); Clara Oleson, West Branch (Activist Award); Peggy Huppert, Des Moines (Lifetime Achievement Award); and State Senator Amanda Ragan, Mason City (Elected Official Award).
During the reception, DAWN's List will also honor Lynda Waddington for her volunteer efforts in 2009 and will recognize Roxanne Conlin, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, for her many years of service to DAWN-supported issues.
Guest speaker at the reception will be Christie Vilsack, Executive Director of the Iowa Initiative and former Iowa First Lady. The reception will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Grand Piano Bistro, 506 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines.
Tickets may be reserved on the DAWN's List website (www.dawnslist.org) or may be purchased from a DAWN's List steering committee member prior to the event. Ticket requests may also be e-mailed to dawniowa@gmail.com, Please include your name, contact information, and number of tickets needed.
With a prior reservation individual tickets are $20 or two tickets for $35. Individual tickets purchased at the door will be $25 for one ticket or $40 for two tickets.
Since 1992, DAWN’s List has been dedicated to the election of Democratic pro-choice women in Iowa. Today, DAWN’s List is the only Iowa group dedicated solely to the support, recruitment, mentoring and election of progressive women.
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Upcoming Events - Democratic Activist Women’s Network Announces Guest Speaker, Christie Vilsack, for Women’s Appreciation Day Reception
Des Moines, IA, January 22, 2010 – DAWN's List is pleased to announce that former Iowa First Lady Christie Vilsack will be the guest speaker for the Women’s Appreciation Day Reception to be held Monday, March 8th in Des Moines. She will highlight the accomplishments of Democratic women and recognize those who have stepped up to the challenge.
“DAWN’s List is very excited that Christie Vilsack will speak at this important event. We will also have a special message from Julie Gammack, one of our founding members,” said Carole Kazmierski, President of DAWN’s List. “All Iowans are invited to join us in celebrating the work of Democratic Women from across our state.”
DAWN's List is currently accepting nominations for five awards to be presented at the March 8th reception. Awards will include: the Lifetime Achievement Award, Rising Star Award, Activist Award, Elected Official Award and Special Recognition Award. Award criteria and nomination papers may be requested by emailing dawniowa@gmail.com or on DAWN’s List’s facebook page. Nominations must be received by 5:00 PM on February 1st.
More details of Women’s Appreciation Day Reception will be available soon.
Since 1992, DAWN’s List has been dedicated to the election of Democratic pro-choice women in Iowa. Today, DAWN’s List is the only Iowa group dedicated solely to the support, recruitment, mentoring and election of progressive women.
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We need to continue building our statewide organization, and the 2010 precinct caucuses are critical not only to that effort but to electing Democrats up and down the ticket. That's why Patty, Mari and I are attending our precinct caucus one week from today and I hope you will be able to participate in your local community.
Caucuses will begin at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 23.
You can visit the Iowa Democratic Party's caucus website to get more information and find out where your precinct will be meeting.
Two years ago, Iowans made history by launching Barack Obama to the White House. By attending the caucuses next week, you will help build the strong organization we need to win in the fall.
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I am proud that you and so many Iowans are committed to continue moving Iowa forward and win next November, but it starts with getting organized at the caucuses next Saturday. I hope you join Patty and me in attending your local caucus.
Thank you for all your support.
-- Chet Culver
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