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FROM OUR DIRECTORS
& OFFICERS
Since
the last Presidential election (aka the great disappointment), BCDA has
grown to become the largest local Democratic organization in WV. Our
meetings are very friendly and informative. Membership is open to all
Democrats and Independents, liberals and conservatives, natives and
newcomers. BCDA is the ideal place for civic-minded folks to plug in
to all the campaigns, all the organizations, and all sorts
Democratic activities. Thanks to the selfless commitment of our many
members working within and outside BCDA, our members are recognized as
Berkeley County's working army of Democrats.
For more about BCDA, click
here >>> about BCDA.
If you have any questions or comments about BCDA, I would love to hear from
you.
Sincerely,
Bill Yearout, President
263-0089
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Guest Emcee
Tiffany Lawrence
Former Miss WV - 2006
Tiffany is one of our rising, bright stars in WV
politics. Her friendly personality,
intelligence and readiness to help has won her many
friends and much respect. Tiffany is from Jefferson
County and a Democratic candidate for the WV House of Delegates
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PURPOSE,
PLAN &
PERFORMERS
HISTORY AND PURPOSE
The Presidential election of 2004 was a turning point for
Berkeley Democrats. Immediately after the election, BCDA (Berkeley County
Democratic Association) became a focal point for a gigantic re-building effort.
Within a few months, BCDA's new leadership successfully expanded active
membership from 4 or 5 people to over 80 members (our membership today is
considerably larger). With the 2006 off-year
elections approaching, BCDA needed a way to provide more exposure for state and
local Democratic candidates, raise money for campaign support, and significantly
re-energize the party. With months of hard work, BCDA staged its first WV
Serenade on February 4, 2006 at the Apollo Civic Theatre in Martinsburg.
Considerable money was spent on advertising in November, December and January.
By the end of January, about 400 seats had been sold. On February 1, Senator
Byrd announced that he would be attending the Serenade, and the remaining 70
seats went like hotcakes. The Apollo Theatre was completely sold out - for the
first time in recent memory.
Click here
for a special story on the 2006 WV Serenade.
The 2008 West Virginia
Serenade is a bigger, better version of our 2006 event. There are many more
state and local candidates this year in both parties than in 2006, and all must
compete for recognition with the Presidential races. To help our candidates get
above the crowd, the 2008 Serenade must raise
substantially more money than it did in 2006!
WHY EARLY IS MISSION-CRITICAL
Early announcement of
special guests and sponsors
provides free and early publicity, which drives
early ticket sales. The earlier we sell out, the less we spend
on costly ads. The less we spend on costly ads, the more we have
to
support our Democratic candidates and campaigns. Early is
essential!
PLEASE TRY TO
RESERVE
YOUR
TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS
BEFORE
MONDAY, MAY 5TH
.
SNEAK PEEK
OF THE
SHOW
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The first half
features
three outstanding musical performances.
One recognizes our
educators &
healthcare professionals, one recognizes our veterans,
military and emergency responders,
and one
recognizes our sponsors.
Performing
in 1st half (click name to see & hear) >
ROD SNYDER
PATENT PENDING
plus
one other outstanding group - tba. |
 
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The second half
among other things, recognizes
all Democratic candidates, elected officials,
& some very
special guests.
This is followed by
exceptional concerts by
(click name to see & hear) >
KEITH
& JOAN PITZER
and
WOLF CREEK SESSION
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More to come - check
back soon!!
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CANDIDATES,
OFFICEHOLDERS
&
SPONSORS
YOUR SPONSORSHIP
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
NOTE:
Our sponsors
are the only source of tickets to
the special reception that follows
the WV Serenade.
$1000 -
Recognition of person, family or group on website, program recognition,
signage at
theatre, 15 Serenade tickets, 15 tickets to sponsors reception.
$500 -
Recognition of person, family or group on website, program recognition,
signage at theatre, 7 Serenade tickets, 7 tickets to sponsors reception.
$250 -
Recognition of person, family or group on website, program recognition,
5
tickets to sponsors reception. Serenade tickets not included.
$100 -
Recognition of person, family or group on website, program
recognition, 2 tickets to
sponsors reception. Serenade tickets not included.
SUPPORT FOR
OUR CANDIDATES
&
OFFICEHOLDERS
The primary mission
of the 2008 West Virginia Serenade is to provide support to
Democratic campaigns and candidates (state and local). The
Serenade draws about 500 people, and provides
candidates and officeholders with a unique opportunity to
celebrate WV day with their colleagues and constituents.
In the spirit of
helping everyone, many candidates and officeholders also provide
direct and indirect support of the Serenade by buying
sponsorships, purchasing tickets, passing the word and bringing
their families and friends out for an evening outstanding
entertainment - and great appreciation!
RULES/LIMITS REGARDING TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS
a. The WV Serenade is a
fundraiser for the Berkeley County Democratic Association. All
ticket purchases and sponsorships related to this event are
considered to be political contributions and are not tax deductible.
b. A single contribution (sponsorship)
greater than $250 requires the contributor to state their
occupation and the name/address of employer.
c. Each contribution source may
contribute up to $2000 in 2008, with a limit of $1000
(aggregated) in connection with a general election,
PLUS another $1000 (aggregated) in connection with a primary
election. Unless stated otherwise, contributions made in 2008,
but after 5/13/08 shall be considered in connection with the 2008
general election.
d. A husband and wife may each
contribute up to $2000 in 2008, with a limit of $1000
(aggregated) in connection with a general election,
PLUS another $1000 (aggregated) in connection with a primary
election. Unless stated otherwise, contributions made in 2008,
but after 5/13/08 shall be considered in connection with the 2008
general election.
e. Any contribution by a business
licensed as a sole proprietorship is considered made
by the business owner, whether the contribution is made from
personal funds or from business funds; a business licensed as a
partnership may make contributions in accordance with
s146.5-4; persons under age 18 may make contributions
in accordance with s146-5.7; businesses licensed as a
corporation may NOT make contributions.
For more detailed contribution
rules >>
click here
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EARLY BIRD
SPONSORSHIPS & PLEDGES
THROUGH MAY 5TH. THANKS!!
.
Herb Snyder (candidate for WV Senate - Berkeley/Jefferson),
Senator Walt Helmick
(Berkeley,
Jefferson, Morgan, Hampshire, Hardy, Grant, Pendleton, Pocahontas,
Randolph, Upshur), Magistrate Jim
Humphrey (candidate for re-election),
Mike Lorensen (candidate for Circuit Judge),
Circuit
Judge Gina Groh (candidate for
re-election),
Richie Robb (candidate for U.S. Congress),
Mike Roberts (candidate for WV House of Delegates),
Michael Santa Barbara (candidate for Circuit Judge),
Family
Judge Sally Jackson (candidate for re-election),
Family Judge William Wertman (candidate for re-election),
Tony Petrucci (candidate for County Commission),
Richard Steerman (candidate for Sheriff),
Tyler Oyler (WV Democratic Party),
Bill Yearout
(President, BCDA),
Ken Collinson (VP, BCDA),
Charlotte Norris (Secretary, BCDA), John Christensen (Treasurer, BCDA), Ryan Frankenberry
(Director, BCDA).
Carol Culvyhouse (Director, BCDA),
John Fink (Director, BCDA), Kris Loken (Director, BCDA).
WHERE TO
PURCHASE TICKETS
Help us get
the word out!
CLICK HERE to view, print and share
our flyer.
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see list of sellers below.
If YOU could sell 10 tickets, please contact Bill Yearout at
261-1824.
To keep marketing costs
down, we urging people to buy their tickets as EARLY as possible.
Thanks.
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BC Democratic
HQ (when a BCDA volunteer is on duty), Rosalie & Niles
Bernick (274-9310), Judy Malone (754-7581, or 263-6766 at
the Apollo), Virginia Sine (264-1918), Erin & John Fink
(283-5800), Kris Loken (274-1285), Richard Steerman
(274-6111), Jane & Bill Yearout (261-1824 or 263-1707),
and online (see below).
How
to RESERVE tickets & sponsorships ONLINE
please try to reserve before
monday, may 19th. thanks!
1. Using the link
below, email us indicating how many tickets and/or
what level of sponsorship you desire.
2. Be
sure to include your name, amount due, phone,
and complete mailing address in this email.
3. Then, issue your
check to BCDA/Serenade and mail promptly to BCDA, P.O.
Box 6282, Martinsburg, WV 25402.
4. We will email your
confirmation and other details upon receipt of your check.
Note: Should you have
questions or prefer to pay after the May 13th primary, please
email Bill Yearout
or call 261-1824.
Click this email link >
RESERVE MY TICKETS AND/OR SPONSORSHIP NOW
TICKETS:
$25 per person.
SPONSORSHIPS:
$100, $250, $500 and $1000. What's the difference? Click for >
Sponsorship details
CONTRIBUTION RULES
& LIMITS:
Click >
For me, my spouse, my
children, my business
EARLY RESERVATIONS HAVE SPECIAL BENEFITS
> Click for info
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