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| Fundraisers and Events |
| Annual Don Jennings Memorial Awards Dinner |
| Don Jennings |
President, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Don also ran for Manistee County
Prosecutor in 1968 and 1972 and while those campaigns may have
also been unsuccessful, the final results were very close.
In the mean time, Don started a practice in private law. Throughout
his career, Don had built a reputation as a strong advocate for his
clients. Don mentored many young attorneys during his career. One of
those young attorneys currently serves as a judge in our community.
Don was always concerned about the rights of others. Don went to
Mississippi in 1964, to help with voter registration and legal
representation. He worked with the United Migrants for Opportunity
during the 1970's, to help the Hispanic migrant workers improve their
way of life. Don was also active in the Lake County NAACP, the
Manistee Democratic Party, the Manistee Labor Federation, the
Choices Women's Advocacy Group and the Manistee Catholic Central
Schools. Don was on the board of Trustees of West Shore Hospital,
the original Board of Directors of Manistee County Habitat for
Humanity as well as several other boards and committees.
After Don's first wife Marge passed away and his children grew up,
Don married Jeanne and they spent their retirement years in Manistee
and Ann Arbor. Don's last court appearance was in 1998 at a hearing
on a motion to admit his son, Patrick, to the State Bar of Michigan. Don
passed away on March 21, 2003.
One thing that Don told his children was that they were here on Earth
to do some small part to make the world a better place. Let us all
accept that challenge.
Prosecutor in 1968 and 1972 and while those campaigns may have
also been unsuccessful, the final results were very close.
In the mean time, Don started a practice in private law. Throughout
his career, Don had built a reputation as a strong advocate for his
clients. Don mentored many young attorneys during his career. One of
those young attorneys currently serves as a judge in our community.
Don was always concerned about the rights of others. Don went to
Mississippi in 1964, to help with voter registration and legal
representation. He worked with the United Migrants for Opportunity
during the 1970's, to help the Hispanic migrant workers improve their
way of life. Don was also active in the Lake County NAACP, the
Manistee Democratic Party, the Manistee Labor Federation, the
Choices Women's Advocacy Group and the Manistee Catholic Central
Schools. Don was on the board of Trustees of West Shore Hospital,
the original Board of Directors of Manistee County Habitat for
Humanity as well as several other boards and committees.
After Don's first wife Marge passed away and his children grew up,
Don married Jeanne and they spent their retirement years in Manistee
and Ann Arbor. Don's last court appearance was in 1998 at a hearing
on a motion to admit his son, Patrick, to the State Bar of Michigan. Don
passed away on March 21, 2003.
One thing that Don told his children was that they were here on Earth
to do some small part to make the world a better place. Let us all
accept that challenge.
| Presented by: The Manistee County Democratic Party Please click here for more detailed information about the 2007 Don Jennings Award Dinner. |
| Michigan Energy Fair |
| The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association is pleased to announce it's |
| 2007 Michigan Energy Fair was held on June 22nd - June 24th at The Manistee County Fairgrounds located in Onekama, MI |
| Sponsor & Exhibitor Booklet Available online at: www.glrea.org |
Any questions or requests for
further information can be directed
to:
further information can be directed
to:
Jennifer Malinowski
Program Manager
Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association
257 S. Bridge St.
PO Box 346
Dimondale, MI 48821
Phone: 517-646-6269
Fax: 517-646-8584
Email: jennifer.malinowski@glrea.org
Program Manager
Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association
257 S. Bridge St.
PO Box 346
Dimondale, MI 48821
Phone: 517-646-6269
Fax: 517-646-8584
Email: jennifer.malinowski@glrea.org
| Photo Credit: Tom Stanton |
| Photo Credits: GLREA |
Thousands of people flocked to
the quaint Northwest Michigan
town of Onekama during the
weekend of June 16-18, 2006
to learn about a challenge
currently facing our state and
nation: Energy. The Michigan
Energy Fair, held at the
Manistee County Fairgrounds,
was a huge success, educating
2500 people on issues such as
the quaint Northwest Michigan
town of Onekama during the
weekend of June 16-18, 2006
to learn about a challenge
currently facing our state and
nation: Energy. The Michigan
Energy Fair, held at the
Manistee County Fairgrounds,
was a huge success, educating
2500 people on issues such as
power, and ways to live sustainably
on our earth.
Business and organizations
showcased at the Michigan Energy
Fair gained access to thousands of
fair goers and emphasized their
dedication to renewable energy
and sustainable energy practices.
on our earth.
Business and organizations
showcased at the Michigan Energy
Fair gained access to thousands of
fair goers and emphasized their
dedication to renewable energy
and sustainable energy practices.
| Author and Green Building advocate Dan Chiras Photo Credit: Tom Stanton |
| Don Jennings and President Kennedy |
Don Jennings' life had a
profoundly positive and
lasting impact on Manistee
County. Don made a huge
difference in the lives of
everyday people.
In 1960 and 1962 Don
won the nomination as
the Democratic candidate
for the 9th District of the
United States House of
Representatives running
against Robert Griffin.
While both bids for a U.S.
Congressional seat were
unsuccessful, Don did not
leave Washington D.C.
Empty handed. During the
time he spent in our
nation's capitol, Don
became friends with then
Senator and future
profoundly positive and
lasting impact on Manistee
County. Don made a huge
difference in the lives of
everyday people.
In 1960 and 1962 Don
won the nomination as
the Democratic candidate
for the 9th District of the
United States House of
Representatives running
against Robert Griffin.
While both bids for a U.S.
Congressional seat were
unsuccessful, Don did not
leave Washington D.C.
Empty handed. During the
time he spent in our
nation's capitol, Don
became friends with then
Senator and future
| Don Jennings' billboard for his 1962 bid for the United State House of Representatives. |
Dear fellow Michigan Democrats:
The Benzie County Democratic Party in cooperation with the 2nd and
4th U.S. Congressional District Democratic Parties and Grand Traverse,
Manistee, Leelanau, Mason and Wexford County Democrats are
pleased to invite you to attend Northwest Michigan Camp Millie.
This comprehensive two-day training is facilitated by the Justice
Caucus, Michigan’s Progressive Democratic Caucus. The training will
take place in Benzie County at Benzie Central High School, 9300
Homestead Road, Benzonia, on November 17 and 18, 2007. Tuition is
$35 per person. Continental Breakfast and lunch for both days will be
provided.
In this packet you will find information on Hotel accommodations in the
area We recommend the Best Western Scenic Hill Resort in Beulah.
Contact information and room rates are enclosed. A block of rooms has
been reserved for a discounted rate.
Please note: the reservation deadline to receive these rates is
October 16. After this date, regular rates will apply.
Benzie County Democrats will email a detailed schedule of the training.
Information on registration, payment and the training itself can also be
found at the Justice Caucus web site www.justicecaucus.org. Further
questions can be directed to Camp Millie coordinator Fran Brennan
734-330-5225. Justice Caucus requests advanced registration for
planning purposes. Advance payment is also strongly encouraged.
Our goal is maximum participation for this event. We encourage
Democratic and progressive organizations to offer scholarships for the
training particularly for students and young activists. To further reduce
cost barriers, a group of hospitable Benzie County Democrats is
offering free rooms for Camp Millie participants. Please contact me,
Kathy Ralston, with names and contact information for those who are
interested.
Benzie County Democrats are also pleased to announce a fundraising
event for Dan Scripps, candidate for the 101st state house district. The
fundraiser will be Saturday evening November 18 at the Best Western.
This will be a great opportunity to wind down and have some fun after
a full day of training. The fundraiser is open to anyone regardless of
attendance at Camp Millie. Mr. Scripps will also be celebrating another
milestone in his life. The Honeymoon suite at the Best Western has
been reserved for newlyweds Dan and Jamie Scripps.
Thank you for your interest in Northwest Michigan Camp Millie 2007.
We look forward with great anticipation to this learning and
networking opportunity.
Sincerely,
Kathy Ralston
Northwest Michigan Camp Millie Committee Chair
231-342-2155
kation@charter.net
The Benzie County Democratic Party in cooperation with the 2nd and
4th U.S. Congressional District Democratic Parties and Grand Traverse,
Manistee, Leelanau, Mason and Wexford County Democrats are
pleased to invite you to attend Northwest Michigan Camp Millie.
This comprehensive two-day training is facilitated by the Justice
Caucus, Michigan’s Progressive Democratic Caucus. The training will
take place in Benzie County at Benzie Central High School, 9300
Homestead Road, Benzonia, on November 17 and 18, 2007. Tuition is
$35 per person. Continental Breakfast and lunch for both days will be
provided.
In this packet you will find information on Hotel accommodations in the
area We recommend the Best Western Scenic Hill Resort in Beulah.
Contact information and room rates are enclosed. A block of rooms has
been reserved for a discounted rate.
Please note: the reservation deadline to receive these rates is
October 16. After this date, regular rates will apply.
Benzie County Democrats will email a detailed schedule of the training.
Information on registration, payment and the training itself can also be
found at the Justice Caucus web site www.justicecaucus.org. Further
questions can be directed to Camp Millie coordinator Fran Brennan
734-330-5225. Justice Caucus requests advanced registration for
planning purposes. Advance payment is also strongly encouraged.
Our goal is maximum participation for this event. We encourage
Democratic and progressive organizations to offer scholarships for the
training particularly for students and young activists. To further reduce
cost barriers, a group of hospitable Benzie County Democrats is
offering free rooms for Camp Millie participants. Please contact me,
Kathy Ralston, with names and contact information for those who are
interested.
Benzie County Democrats are also pleased to announce a fundraising
event for Dan Scripps, candidate for the 101st state house district. The
fundraiser will be Saturday evening November 18 at the Best Western.
This will be a great opportunity to wind down and have some fun after
a full day of training. The fundraiser is open to anyone regardless of
attendance at Camp Millie. Mr. Scripps will also be celebrating another
milestone in his life. The Honeymoon suite at the Best Western has
been reserved for newlyweds Dan and Jamie Scripps.
Thank you for your interest in Northwest Michigan Camp Millie 2007.
We look forward with great anticipation to this learning and
networking opportunity.
Sincerely,
Kathy Ralston
Northwest Michigan Camp Millie Committee Chair
231-342-2155
kation@charter.net
energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies like solar and wind
| Camp Millie Northwest Seminar |
The Manistee County Democratic Party was pleased to be a co-host of
this year's Camp Millie Northwest Seminar.
The Benzie County Dems went to great lengths to make this seminar
happen for the benefit of all Democratic Activists in Northwestern
Michigan. The Manistee County Democratic Party would like to take this
opportunity to thank the Benzie Dems for all of their hard work!
this year's Camp Millie Northwest Seminar.
The Benzie County Dems went to great lengths to make this seminar
happen for the benefit of all Democratic Activists in Northwestern
Michigan. The Manistee County Democratic Party would like to take this
opportunity to thank the Benzie Dems for all of their hard work!
| Letter from Northwest Michigan Camp Committee Chair: |