Wake County Events February 21 – 26

Here are the events for the week:
Monday, February 21
5 pm, the N.C. State College of Education hosts Judge Howard Manning, speaking on the Leandro Case in North Carolina; McKimmon Center, Western Blvd, Room 1-D.  The Leandro case, presided over by Judge Manning, was brought by low wealth counties in 1994, challenging the way the state financed education.

Wednesday, February 23
9:30 am, BoE Policy Committee, Debra Goldman chair, Board Conference Room, 3600 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh.

Thursday, February 24
6 pm, Superintendent Tony Tata addresses Northern Wake Democrats, Nantucket Grill, 1125 Falls River Avenue, Raleigh; RSVP wcdpvalentine@gmail.com.
6:30 pm,  "With All Deliberate Speed," a film about Brown vs. Board of Education, the case that signaled the end of racial segregation in public schools, will be shown at the Galaxy Cinema, 770 Cary Towne Blvd., Cary, as part of the Great Schools in Wake film series.  Admission is $5.
Saturday, February 26

10 am to noon, "What is a Title I School? How Does Title I Help Student Achievement?" a seminar sponsored by the Coalition of Concerned Citizens for African American Children, will be held at Martin Street Baptist Church, 1001 Martin St., Raleigh (in the Johnson Building, State Street entrance).  Please register at www.cccaac.com or call (919) 231-9057 for additional information.  The scheduled speaker is Ms. Willie Webb, Director of Title I services in Wake County public schools.

Wake County Events for the week of Jan 23

**MON 1/24.  7 – 9pm.  The 2011 Outlook: WakeUP Wake County Annual Meeting

**SAT 1/29.  12noon.   NC State Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting – NCDP Officer elections to be held.

**FRI 2/18.  5:30pm.  31st Annual Wake Dems Valentine Fundraiser

Links to events of special interest:
**Wake County Party Events:
–MON 1/24.  6pm.  Wake County Executive Board Meeting
–TUE 1/25.  6pm.   Western Wake Democrats meeting.
–THUR 1/27.  Democratic Women of Wake County luncheon meeting featuring District Court Judge Kristin Ruth
–THUR 1/27(new date).  6pm.  Northern Wake Democrats Meeting – Bought & Paid For…The Citizens United Hangover
–FRI 1/28.  5:30 – 8pm.  Wake Democratic Men’s Club Meeting – featuring Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton and Candidates for NCDP Board. 
–TUE 3/1 and THUR 3/3.  Dates for Wake Democratic Party Annual Precinct Meetings
**WED 1/26.  8 – 11am.  Lillian’s List 2011 Legislative Breakfast
**WED 1/26.  6 – 8:30pm.  Ari Berman, writer for The Nation magazine and author of “Herding Donkeys” to speak.


Ongoing weekly vigils for justice and peace:
Chapel Hill: 5-6pm, Fridays, corner of Elliott Rd and East Franklin St (942-2535).
Raleigh: 5:00-6:00 pm, Mondays, in front of Central Prison, corner of Hunt Dr and Western Blvd, to end the death penalty (PFADP, AI-USA, NC-ACLU)

MON 1/24.  6pm.  Public Hearings on Wake Schools Student Assignment to be held.
* Monday, January 24, 6 pm, Cary High School (rescheduled date)
Sign up to speak here: www.wcpss.net/signup/assignment

MON 1/24.  6pm.  Wake County Executive Board Meeting
Goodwin House. 220 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh
All are welcome to attend.  We meet the 4th Monday of each month at 6:00pm.  Contact us at 919.828.5656 or admin@wakedems.org  for more information. (back)

MON 1/24.  7 – 9pm.  The 2011 Outlook: WakeUP Wake County Annual Meeting
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 3313 Wade Ave, Raleigh
Come get the inside scoop from Wake elected officials on what actions to expect in 2011 at the NC General Assembly, Wake County Commission and Wake School Board. Speakers include:
–Senator Neal Hunt
–Representative Jennifer Weiss
–County Commissioner Joe Bryan
–School Board member Keith Sutton
–President of Greenleaf Strategies Paul Morris
Paul Morris, urban planner and WakeUP Board Member, will present an exciting long-range vision for growth and public transit planning for the Triangle Region and Wake County.   Also, please join us for a Special VIP Reception (6-6:50 pm; cost: $25). This is a very special opportunity to meet and mingle with our local elected leaders and others who are passionate about the future of our community!  http://wakeupwakecounty.com/cms/event/wakeup-annual-meeting-january-24-2011   (back)

TUE 1/25.  6pm.   Western Wake Democrats meeting.
IHOP, 1301 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (in the Private room).
Formal program begins at 7pm.  Socializing with old and new friends begins at 6.  All are welcome to order food/beverages from their full menu.  Speaker will be Jeff Mallare, North Carolina Democratic Party Regional Field Director, and will discuss – Moving Forward: Building a Path to Victory.  RSVP to – westernwakedems@yahoo.com   (back)

TUE 1/25.  7 – 8pm.  Lift Every Heart in Prayer–Every Child, Our Child – Interfaith prayer vigil and mass community meeting for our schools
Martin Street Baptist Church, 1001 East Martin Street, Raleigh.
Begin the new year by renewing your commitment to our public schools. Student assignment issues. Budget woes. 2011 will be a year of challenges for our public schools.  Join hands with your neighbors. Let your voice be heard.  Show your support for our students, our teachers, our administrators. Show our elected officials how important this is.  How will they know you care? Be there so they can see!

TUE 1/25.  7 – 10:30pm.  State of the Union Address Viewing Party.
Player’s Retreat, 105 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
Come join the Wake County Young Democrats as we all come together to watch President Obama give the 2011 State of the Union Address. Just a time to be together and interact with one another as we begin the "Rejuvenation"  http://www.facebook.com/reqs.php?fcode=89775fccd&f=569439594#!/event.php?eid=179550765398563

WED 1/26.  8 – 11am.  Lillian’s List 2011 Legislative Breakfast
The Capital City Club, 411 Fayetteville St. Suite 2100, Raleigh, NC
Lillian’s List of NC Seventh Biennial Legislative Breakfast.  Celebrating and Thanking our 2010 Featured Candidates.  Keynote Speaker: Governor Jim Hunt “How we move forward in this new political landscape”.  Register Online Now! www.lillianslist.org/events/ Sponsorships available,.  Contact Kim-Marie Saccoccio at 919-834-9008 or kim@lillianslist.org   (back)

WED 1/26.  6 – 8:30pm.  Ari Berman, writer for The Nation magazine and author of “Herding Donkeys” to speak.
Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St., Raleigh
Berman’s will talk about his first book "Herding Donkeys" which chronicles Howard Dean’s failed campaign for President in 2004, his election as DNC Chair in 2005 and his fifty-state strategy.  Berman was invited by the Wake County Progressive Democrats, along with other Wake County Democratic auxiliary groups and clubs. Beverages and lite snacks will be provided.  For more information please contact Chris Telesca via e-mail at cjtelesca@earthlink.net    (back)

THUR 1/27.  Democratic Women of Wake County luncheon meeting featuring District Court Judge Kristin Ruth
NC State University Club, 4200 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh.
The buffet lines open at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at 12 noon.  The cost of the luncheon is $15.00 payable at the door. For reservations, email democraticwomenwakecounty@gmail.com  or call Kay Parry-Hill at 782-7608. The deadline for reservations is Tuesday, January 25.  Wake County District Court Judge Kristin Ruth will be the featured speaker. Judge Ruth is a frequent speaker at the state and national level on the use of problem-solving courts in addressing challenging child support issues.  (back)

Note new date:
THUR 1/27.  6pm.  Northern Wake Democrats Meeting – Bought & Paid For…The Citizens United Hangover
Nantucket Grill, 1145 Falls River Avenue, Raleigh.
Jennifer Frye from Democracy NC to speak as we discuss the influence of Money, Empowerment of the Electorate, and the Pope Purchase of the NC General Assembly. Save the Date and PLEASE RSVP….RSVP by January 26th to wcdpvalentine@gmail.com   Join is at 6:00pm at registration, 6:30pm we will have speakers.  (Back)

FRI 1/28.  5:30 – 8pm.  Wake Democratic Men’s Club Meeting – featuring Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton and Candidates for NCDP Board. 
Clarion Hotel, 320 Hillsborough St., Raleigh
Candidates for NCDP chair are also expected to attend.  Registration starts at 5:30pm.  The cost of the sit-down dinner is $17 for members, first-time guests, and those not eligible for Club membership, $20 for non-members. RSVP by Wed. 1/26, 9am, to wakedemmen@wakedems.org.  Those who previously committed to the original 1/10 dinner have already received an email about the new date.  They should not RSVP again, but they should unRSVP, if necessary  (back)

FRI 1/28. 7pm.   3rd Annual Board of Trustee and Alumni Reception.
NCDP Headquarters – Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh
Please join the Young Democrats of North Carolina as we honor our Trustees and salute the hard work of Young Democrats from across the state.  We are asking NCDP State Executive committee members and fellow Democrats from around the state to join us, prior to the SEC Meeting on Saturday, January 29th, 2011.  Tickets are only $20 with an Early Bird Discount.  This discount will only last until January 24, so be sure to get your tickets today! Click here to rsvp and purchase your tickets – http://ydncbot.eventbrite.com/

SAT 1/29.  8:30am.  AFL-CIO Local Legislative Meeting – Triangle Labor Council Legislative Breakfast
Holiday Inn Brownstone, 1707 Hillsborough St., Raleigh.
$10 per person (includes breakfast).  It is essential to have strong participation from union members and our supporters at these local legislative meetings. To get more information or to RSVP, call Adam Orlovich at 919-833-6678.  http://aflcionc.org/blog/2011/01/07/local-legislative-meetings-coming-to-your-area/
 
SAT 1/29.  9:30a – 1p.  Wake County Women‘s Agenda Assembly
Peace College, 15 East Peace St., Raleigh.
Since 1988, advocates in North Carolina have banded together in each even year to share information on public policy issues apt to come before the next session of the General Assembly. Their efforts have result in a "Draft Women’s Agenda" published in late summer as an educational tool. Morning  Session: Jones Lecture Hall, Flowe Building.  Lunch: President’s Dining Room, Belk Dining Hall. Recommended Parking: Large lot on the corner of Peace and Blount.  The Agenda Assembly proper will be followed by an optional tour of the Legislative Building, an orientation to visiting your NC representatives in person, this is about five blocks from Peace College.  Contact: Tara Romano, tara.romano@gmail.com . See http://wakewaa.wordpress.com/ for more info.

SAT 1/29.  11a – 4pm.  10th Annual African American Cultural Celebration.
North Carolina Museum of History, Downtown Raleigh
Over 75 presenters—musicians, storytellers, dancers, historians, playwrights, authors, artists, reenactors, chefs, teachers, scholars, and more—will be on hand to kick off Black History Month and celebrate North Carolina’s diverse African American heritage and culture. For more information, call Emily Grant at 919-807-7979 or visit ncmuseumofhistory.org

SAT 1/29.  12noon.   NC State Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting.
NCSU McKimmon Center, Corner of Western Boulevard and Gorman Street, Raleigh.
Officers of the NC Democratic Party, including Chair, three Vice Chairs, and Secretary will be elected at this meeting. Other business will be conducted.  (back)

SUN 1/30.  9:15 – 10:15am.  Sunday Forum  – Weatherization Project.
Community United Church of Christ, 814 Dixie Trail, Raleigh (corner of Wade Avenue and Dixie Trail).
Featuring Garman Troup, Director of Housing and Home Improvement, Resources for Seniors, Inc.  If you need more information, call 919.387.9479 or email cball@ballmediation.com

SUN 1/30.  6pm.  Triangle Freethought Society – Dr Barbara Forrest to speak, Update on the Wedge: Intelligent Design Creationism Since the Dover Trial.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall on Wade Avenue in Raleigh.
Discussion  will touch on themes surrounding public education, separation of church and state, and updates regarding the Intelligent Design (ID) movement since the landmark ruling in Kitzmiller et al. v. Dover Area School District (2005).  Dr. Forrest was an expert witness for the plaintiffs during the case.  Dr. Forrest’s presentation will be part of TFS’s monthly business meeting. The business meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and Dr. Forrest’s talk will start at 6:30 p.m. TFS meetings are open to the general public and free of charge.  http://www.trianglefreethoughtsociety.org/drupal/

TUE 2/1.  7pm.  Raleigh NOW – Chapter meeting. First Tuesdays.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Ave, Raleigh, 781-7635.
gailya@nc.rr.com, http://www.raleighnow.org/

WED 2/2.  5:30 – 7pm.  Public Lecture: Cardinal Mahony on Immigration Reform
UNC, FedEx Global Education Center, Nelson Mandela Auditorium, Chapel Hill
For Goodness Sake: Why America Needs Immigration Reform.  Because of our broken immigration system, millions of individuals and families are regularly exploited, demeaned and dehumanized. Enacting comprehensive immigration reform that is both humane and fair is not only good, it is a moral imperative for our country. For more information call Phone: (919) 966-1484

THUR 2/10.  6:30pm.  The City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission invites you to the 22nd Annual Human Relations Awards Banquet.
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel 421 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh.
Tickets: $35, reservation required.  The City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission will honor those who have helped to bring about equal opportunity and unity in Raleigh.  To reserve a seat, mail check payable to City of Raleigh to: Marionna Poke-Stewart City of Raleigh Community Services Department P.O. Box 590 Raleigh, NC 27602.  For more information, contact Marionna Poke-Stewart, Community Services Department at 996-6100 or marionna.poke-stewart@raleighnc.gov

SAT 2/12. 8a – 5pm.  8th Annual Urban Design Conference.
Marriott Raleigh City Center, 500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. 
The 8th Annual Urban Design Conference,  Sustainable Suburbs: Re-imagining the Inner Ring will frame the issues, respond to questions, and describe innovative solutions on how and why design and planning can redefine the urban in suburban to transform auto-centric, disposable building practices into more complete, vibrant, and healthy communities.  NC State University College of Design in conjunction with the Department of City Planning, Urban Design Center and NC State Foundation.  For more info or to register, please go to – http://www.ncsu.edu/project/design-projects/urban-design-conference.

SAT 2/12 HKonJ 2011
Historic Thousands on Jones Street Annual Event in Raleigh, NC. More information will be sent when it becomes available. 
http://www.hkonj.com/

SAT 2/12.  10a – 4pm.  Wake County Black History Month Celebration.
Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Drive, Raleigh.
Lots to do throughout the day: children’s crafts, Quiz Wheel, displays on African American history, genealogy, Bookmobile, and Wake County Library Card sign up!  For more information, call (919) 250-1200 or (919) 250-1013, or visit www.wakegov.com   Brought to you by Wake County Public Libraries in partnership with Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space

SAT 2/12.  5:30pm.  NC ACLU 42nd Annual Frank Porter Graham Awards Ceremony
The William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education at UNC-Chapel Hill, 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill.
The Honorees are:
–Frank Porter Graham Award: Mandy Carter;
–Paul Green Award: Jay Ferguson;
–Norman Smith Award: Loretta Mershon.
This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Timothy B. Tyson.  For more info, go to – http://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/?q=events

TUE 2/15. 9a – 4pm.  Equality NC Day of Action 2011.
NC General Assembly, 16 West Jones Street, Raleigh
Please join ENC at this earlier than ever–and more urgent than ever–Day of Action!  We have a full legislative session ahead of us, and this "special edition" February Day of Action is timed to show state legislators that LGBT rights are a top priority for North Carolinians. Please join us for a day of discussions, issue education, and meetings with your senator and representative and get 2011 off to a fair and just start!  For more info or to register, go to – http://tinyurl.com/4hgqyma

FRI 2/18.  5:30pm.  31st Annual Wake Dems Valentine Fundraiser
NCAE Building – 700 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh.
The Valentine Fundraiser is a gathering of hundreds of Democratic activists and prominent elected officials.  It is a time to re-connect, socialize, and meet other great Democrats!  Please plan to join us. Advance Individual admissions at $25; day of the event is $35.  Student tickets are $10 and children under 12 are admitted free.  Sponsorships are available – $1000+ Millennium Club;  $500+ Trustee Club; $250+ Patron Club; $100 Century Club.   http://www.wakedems.org/   (back)

MON 2/21.  7pm.  Wake County Voter Education Coalition meeting.
Garner Road YMCA, Main Bldg, 2235 Garner Rd., Raleigh.
For more info, contact Jerome Brown, 919.755.0486, Spirit9150@aol.com .

TUE 3/1 and THUR 3/3.  Dates for Wake Democratic Party Annual Precinct Meetings
Locations to be determined.  Additional information to be provided when available.  (back)

Raleigh‘s Citizen Advisory Council Meetings.   If you plan on attending, please call ahead to be sure your Citizen Advisory Council is meeting, especially around Holidays.  To check on meeting times, Citizen Advisory Council agendas, or to signup to receive your Citizen Advisory Council agenda by email, visit http://tinyurl.com/377v46w (back)

MON  1/24.  7pm.  South Central Citizens Advisory Council Meets 4th Monday
Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 East Martin Street
For Additional Website Information go to http://southcentralcac.googlepages.com  Call Luis Olivieri, Community Specialist, at 919-996-5714 or e-mail: luis.olivieri-robert@ci.raleigh.nc.us  for more information.

TUE 1/25.  7pm.  West Citizen Advisory Council Meets 4th Tuesday
Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, Raleigh.
Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email sheila.lynch@raleighnc.gov for more information.

MON 2/7.  7pm.  Central Citizen Advisory Council.  Meets 1st Monday
John P. "Top" Greene Community Center, 401 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Call Luis Olivieri, community specialist, at 919-996-5714, or email luis.olivieri-robert@raleighnc.gov  for more information.

THUR 2/3.  7pm North Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 1st Thursday
Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Road
Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email stacey.lundy@raleighnc.gov for more information.

TUE 2/8  7:30pm. Mordecai Citizen Advisory Council Meets 2nd Tuesday
Trinity United Methodist Church, 824 Bloodworth Street, Raleigh.
Go to www.mordecai.org for newsletter. Call Aracelys Torrez, community specialist, at 919-996-5717 or email aracelys.torrez@raleighnc.gov for more information.

TUE 2/8  7pm. Northwest Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Tuesday.
Police District 21 Building, 8016 Glenwood Ave/US 70, Raleigh
Call Jonathan Edwards, community specialist, at 919-996-5712 or email jonathan.edwards@raleighnc.gov for more information.

TUE 2/8. 7pm. North Central Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Tuesday
Tarboro Road Park, 121 Tarboro Road, Raleigh.
Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email sheila.lynch@raleighnc.gov for more information.

WED 2/9.  7:30pm.  Five Points Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Wednesday, as needed.
Garris Building in Fred Fletcher Park, 802 Clay Street, Raleigh
Join email group: FivePointsCAC-subscribe@yahoogroups.com   Send message to email group: FivePointsCAC@yahoogroups.com  View email group web site: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FivePointsCAC/ Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email sheila.lynch@raleighnc.gov for more information.

THUR 2/10.  7:30pm.  Falls of Neuse Citizen Advisory Council, Usually Meets bi-monthly on 2^nd THUR.
Eastgate Park Community Center, 4200 Quail Hollow Drive, Raleigh
Call Luis Olivieri, community specialist, at 919-996-5714 or email luis.olivieri-roberts@raleighnc.gov

THUR 2/10.  7:30pm.  Southeast Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Thursday.
Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road (even months)
Barwell Road Community Center, 3935 Barwell Road (odd months)
Call Jonathan Edwards, community specialist, at 919-996-5712 or email jonathan.edwards@raleighnc.gov for more information.

THUR 2/10.  7pm.  Northeast Citizen Advisory Council
Marsh Creek Park, 3050 New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC
Additional information: NECAC@mindspring.com Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email stacey.lundy@raleighnc.gov for more information

MON 2/14.  7pm.  South Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Monday
Sanderford Road Neighborhood Center, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh.
Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email sheila.lynch@raleighnc.gov for more information.

MON  2/14.  7pm.  Southwest Citizen Advisory Council, Meets 2nd Monday.
Carolina Pines Park, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh
Call Sheila Lynch, community specialist, at 919-996-5713 or email stacey.lundy@raleighnc.gov for more information.

WED 2/16.  7pm.  Raleigh Citizens Advisory Council, Meets 3rd Wednesday
City Council Chambers, 222 West Hargett Street, Room 201, Raleigh
Call Dwayne Patterson, Community Specialist Supervisor, at 919-831-6086 or email: dwayne.patterson@ci.raleigh.nc.us for more information.

THUR 2/17. 7pm.  Hillsborough Citizen Advisory Council Meets on 3rd Thursday.
Pullen Art Center, 105 Pullen Road
Call Jonathan Edwards, Community Specialist at 919-831-6097 or e-mail: jonathan.edwards@ci.raleigh.nc.us  for more information.

MON 2/21.  7pm.   East Raleigh Citizens Advisory Council, Meets 3rd Monday.
Lions Park, 516 Dennis Ave.
Call Charlene Willard, Community Specialist at 919-831-6095 or e-mail: charlene.willard@ci.raleigh.nc.us  for more information.

MON 2/21.  7:30pm.   Glenwood Citizen Advisory Council
Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh
Meeting topic:  Keeping your independence: help for staying in your home.  For more information contact the Glenwood CAC chair, Linda Watson, at 781-1044 or linda@lindawatson.com  or City of Raleigh Community Specialist Jonathan Edwards, 919-996-5712, or e-mail: jonathan.edwards@ci.raleigh.nc.us

MON  3/14.  7:30pm.  Six Forks Citizen Advisory Council, Meets Bi-Monthly, Odd Months 2nd Monday.
Sertoma Art Center, 1400 W. Millbrook Rd.
For more information Luis Olivieri, Community Specialist, at 919-831-6099 or e-mail: luis.olivieri-robert@ci.raleigh.nc.us for more information.