Texas Democratic Party State Convention slated for Austin

Boyd Richie (photo)
Texas Democratic Party chair

Dear fellow Democrat,

The excitement about this year's TDP State Convention is like nothing Texas has ever seen. Over 15,000 Delegates, Alternates and Guests from all over the Lone Star State are expected to attend this historic event. In order to ensure that as many Democrats as possible are able to participate in the Convention, the TDP will make guest passes available to the general public through a random drawing.

Note that a guest pass does not make you a delegate or alternate, but simply entitles you to observe the Convention on the date for which you receive a credential. We will make every effort to accommodate each request for guest passes, but due to the high level of excitement around this year's convention, we cannot guarantee that you will receive a guest pass. Names for the drawing will be accepted through Friday, May 23rd at 6 p.m. & the TDP staff will contact winners on Tuesday, May 27th.

Click here to enter your name in for the guest pass drawing.

Delegates, Alternates, and members of the public who attend the State Convention will be part of an event like no other, and I am delighted to announce that I have recommended Senator Kirk Watson of Austin, an Obama supporter, and Senator Leticia Van de Putte of San Antonio, a Clinton supporter, to serve as Chair and Vice-Chair of the Convention. Excitement will be high at the Convention, but with these two distinguished legislators in charge, I know we can count on a fair and successful process.

Keep in mind that you can still be part of the Convention excitement by attending the Convention Kick Off Reception on June 5th or the Blue Star Breakfast on June 7th. These events are open to the public, but tickets are going very fast. These events will both sell out soon, so this may be your last chance to purchase a ticket. Click here for tickets to the Kick Off Reception, or click here for tickets to the Blue Star Breakfast.

I could not be more excited about the upcoming Convention. I hope that you will be able to join us as we make history in Austin this June.

Your friend and fellow Democrat,
Boyd L. Richie
Texas Democratic Party Chair

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show @ Dominion Village

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show, Tuesday, May 6th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. @ the Dominion Village, Resort Style Living for Active Adults 55+, 8 Dominion Drive.

Fashions by: Steinmart (@ Fiesta Trails) & catered by Bumdoodler's in Boerne & Anne Marie's.

For more information call 210-887-5500. www.dominionvillagesa.com

Veterans in the Classroom Job Fair @ Gateway Club

Delia Guajardo (photo)

Subject: Veterans in the Classroom Job Fair

The 37th Training Wing & Lackland Air Force Base will host a Veterans in the Classroom Job Fair that is scheduled 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 7th at the Gateway Club, Lackland Air Force Base.

An avenue toexpand educational opportunities for youth from San Antonio andsurrounding areas by assisting retired, retiring and separating militaryveterans and their spouses in pursuing teaching careers. Individualswith a special interest in math, science, and technology are currentlybeing recruited.

Universities, Colleges and alternative teachingcertification programs will be present to answer any questions onbecoming a certified teacher in Texas. Local school districts will alsobe present to talk about upcoming openings in their district.

Open to all DOD ID card holders. For further information please contact Cindy Ybanez at 671-3722.

Cindy A. Ybanez

School Liaison Officer

Lackland AFB, TX 78236

Fiesta San Antonio Commission selling DVDS of parades

Anne Keever Cannon (Photo)

Purchase Fiesta Parade DVDs

For the first time ever the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission is selling DVDs of the three major Fiesta parades.

The commission is now taking orders for videos of the Texas Cavaliers River Parade, the Battle of Flowers Parade and the Fiesta Flambeau Parade. The price of each parade DVD is $14.95 (plus tax and shipping). A combination of any two parades will cost $28.90, a $1 discount. All three parades cost $42.85, $2 off the regular price.

The videos are of the three commercial-free parade broadcasts done by KABB and KMYS, the official Fiesta TV stations.

Videos can be ordered online at http://fiestastore.fiesta-sa.org/ or at The Fiesta Store®, 2611 Broadway. Orders will be shipped in May.

For more information call (210) 227-5191 or e-mail fiesta@fiesta-sa.org.

The Fiesta San Antonio Commission is a nonprofit organization that plans, coordinates and preserves Fiesta San Antonio through the support of its participating member organizations. Visit its website at www.fiesta-sa.org.

Fiesta 2008 sponsors include Chevrolet, AT&T, Capital One Bank, H-E-B, Bud Light/Budweiser, Southwest Airlines, E. & J. Gallo Wineries, Coca-Cola, Pulsar Records, and GoVision.

Underwriters include Capital One Bank, AT&T, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Steves & Sons, Inc.

Media Sponsors are KABB/KMYS Television Stations, La Prensa, KJ-97, MIX 96.1, THE NEW Q 101.9, WOAI-AM and TICKET 760.

In-Kind Sponsors: Historic Sunset Station, Staybridge Suites, Martin & Drought, PC, Lone Star Special Tees, The CE Group, Santikos Theatres, Dixie Flag.

HTA of Bexar County says "No!" to Tourist Tax Grab

Bob Martin (photo)

Homeowner-Taxpayer Association of Bexar County
6323 Sovereign Suite 187
San Antonio , Texas 78229
(210) 340-0011

Tourist Tax Grab

Tax and spend politicians and special interests consider tourists easy targets for tax hikes. Why? They can’t vote here!

The political action committee for higher taxes is spending $1 million to convince us that forcing tourists to pay more is necessary to be a “world class” city.

Should the tax hike pass, our tourist will pay the fourth highest taxes in the nation. This will leave tourists, who can still afford to visit San Antonio , with less money to spend.

$125 million for River Improvements

Former Mayor Howard Peak proposed a sales tax increase to pay for river improvements. It was soundly defeated by voters who believed the developers whom owned the land along the river should pay since they would get the profits.
$100 million for Rodeo & Community Arenas

Seventy five of the $100 million will go to the Spurs AT&T Center for future unknown improvements. Notably, the Spurs have already contributed $375 thousand to the PAC pushing for passage but are never mentioned in the campaign for the tax hike.

$110 million for Arts Centers

Most of the money will go to the Municipal Auditorium which currently seats about 5,000 people. It will seat less than 2,000 after the “improvements” are completed.

It's time for us to fight back and stop theis tax grab!

Vote NO!

Railroad Commissioner Williams tele-conference on-line now

Michael Williams (photo)

Railroad Commissioner Chairman

Last night’s tele-conference with Michael Williams and conservative bloggers is now online http://www.williamsfortexas.com/multimedia/

Take a few minutes and listen. It was a great discussion and exchange of ideas.

Thank you to all who participated. Looking forward to the next one!

redGizmo to host a First Friday Party, 136 Blue Star, May 2nd

Erica Borchers (photo)

redGizmo Creative is having a First Friday party on Friday, May 2nd. Come join us on the patio as we enjoy the warm weather.

The fun begins at 6 p.m.

For more information contact:

redGizmo Creative Communications, 136 Blue Star

Erica@redgizmo.com 210.223.7474 (phone), 210.223.7478 (fax)

Thanks Sooo much for your help!

Erica Borchers

redGizmo Creative Communications

136 Blue Star 78204

210-223-7474 (office)

210-391-0444 (cell)

http://www.redgizmo.com/

May 2nd Fundraiser for Ron Paul delegates to state convention

First Friday, May 2nd Fundraiser @ 7 p.m. @ Ron Paul Headquarters, 713 S. St. Mary's for Ron Paul delegates to go to the State Convention in Houston, June 12-14th.

BBQ, Belly Dancing Show, original Artwork & more!

LULAC District XV Golf Classic @ Quarry Golf Club, May 3rd

Saturday, May 3rd, The League of United Latin American Citizens is hosting The 1st Annual LULAC District XV Golf Classic at the Quarry Golf Club.

We have chosen Cinco de Mayo weekend to raise scholarship funds for area youth, and hope that you can team up with us and others from the San Antonio community to play a part in helping us reach our goal of raising $25,000 in its first annual event.

The mission of the League of United Latin American Citizens, LULAC District XV, is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, health and civil rights of the Hispanic population of Bexar County, San Antonio, Texas.

Join Wells Fargo Bank our title sponsor, La Prensa Newspaper, Docusource, and other community leaders as we join forces to help empower our future leaders to reach for higher levels of achievement through education.

If you have any questions, please contact me, I can be reached at 210-710-1627.

Thank you.

Ernest J. Martinez

Chair L.U.L.A.C District XV Golf Classic

LULAC American Citizens District XV Office:
4023 City View San Antonio, Texas 78228
210-488-5766

Podcamp San Antonio hosts "unconference," May 3rd

Erica Borchers (photo)

Media Alert

The only podcamp in Texas-Podcamp San Antonio

A free "unconference" event showcasing podcasting, vloggging, blogging & social networking.

Starting with the basics of podcasting /vlogging to production to promotion, this event will have something for everyone interested in social networking & new media. Podcasters from around the state will converge on San Antonio to take part in the new event that is sweeping the country.

Podcamp is a free event open to all who are interested in new media. it is an unconference in that anyone can present a topic of interest. Each presentation is interactive and meant to foster discussion and promote idea sharing.

What do you have to do to participate in Podcamp San Antonio? Simply sign us as a registrant at http://www.podcampsanantonio.org/ Got a topic you would like to share?

Then sign up as a participant and get ready for the fun and insightful discussion to begin.Podcamp San Antonio will be held at the El Tropicano Hotel.

An event for content creators/consumers & social media mavens, Saturday, May 3rd @ El Tropicano Hotel, 110 Lexington Ave.

Contact: Jennifer Navarrete, 210.483.3025

Alysan Delaney -Childs 210.274.9937

podcampsanantonio@gmail.com