Our 4th of July party and parade were unqualified
successes!
On Friday of the July 4th weekend, Courtenay McGowan made her lovely
home the site for a great outdoor feast she and Bill Gise had prepared. About 50 people came to the
party, to help decorate motor vehicles and bikes for the parade, and enjoy good
conversation and great food. Laughter and smiles were the rule. This is not the
first time Courtenay has opened her home to our club members, and I think I
speak for all who attended the party that she deserves a big blue star and our
most sincere thanks.
The Coronado Democratic Club turned out strong in numbers and spirit.
We were almost 40 strong – and I do mean strong – for the
parade on Saturday. We paraded down Orange Avenue in grand fashion, riding on
Segways, Courtenay's van, Ron Noble's 55 Chevy Impala convertible (with donkey,
of course), two electric cars, a scooter, several bikes, and our own two feet. We were greeted by far more applause
then I’d expected. It seems that many people were delighted to see us and know
that this club exists.
The Segway Riders chapter of the Democratic Club.
The strength of participation in the party, preparations, and parade made this one of the best July 4th
events ever. Very special thanks
go to Diana Greenspan and Jackie Haney, co-chairs of the Parade Committee. Both
women gave an enormous amount of time and energy in getting all the pieces to
fit. The club members who lined the parade route saw how well the pieces did
indeed work. Congratulations to all who made this special event possible!
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Jerry
Jerry, Frances, Diana and Sylvia all dressed up for the parade.
Nancy Grandquist on her bike.
The Whitson's show their patriotic flair.
Coronado Democratic Club Bikers, ready to roll.
Brian and Candace Sherrill, with son Hudson riding in style.
Jackie Haney (middle), surrounded by the Sherrill clan: Candace, Larry, Hudson (in the wagon, giving props to his grandpa), and Brian.
Jack and Peggy Chilton in great spirits at the parade.
Paul and Shirley Kreit waving the flag.
Courtenay McGowen showing her wonderful hospitality.
Bill Gise and Dee and Andy Sabey partake in the delicious feast that Bill helped prepare.
Irma and Jack Redfern, Evalin and Tom Whitson, and Paul Kriet enjoy great food and conversation.
Dee Sabey, Jacqueline Gore, and Gail and Bob Bardin at a patriotic table.
The Coronado Democratic Club hosted a forum of candidates running for the 79th California State Assembly District seat at their May, 2010 General Meeting. Pearl Quinones, Jack Doyle and Ben Hueso answered questions submitted by the audience and Ron Mandlebaum served as moderator for the event.
The meeting also focused on the Club's upcoming participation in Coronado's 4th of July Parade, to ge held this year on July 3rd. Please see the President's Message page for further information about how you can join the fun!
Club President, Jerry Greenspan came dressed wearing the Club's 2010 Parade shirt.
Jackie Haney, Diana Greenspan and Friend. Contact Jackie or Diana for your Parade shirts.
Betty Galbo models a 2010 parade hat.
Pearl Quinones, Jack Doyle and Ben Hueso expressed their positions in response to questions submitted by Club members.
Club members Marci Steirer & Bill Speer speak with Ben Hueso after the forum.
On Saturday night, April 10th, ten members of the Coronado Democratic Club attended the 30th annual Eleanor and Franklin D. Roosevelt dinner. A few of us, arriving early, spent time meeting members of other county Democratic clubs, looking to, among other things, learn how they relate to the county party members and what strategies they may have developed to facilitate the functioning of their clubs.
Jess Durfee, the county chairperson, welcomed the 400 plus members and recognized several people who've contributed mightily to the strong showing we Democrats experienced in the 2008 elections. The tempo was definitely very upbeat, no doubt influenced by the recent Healthcare Bill passage.
Guests speakers included local Congress members Susan Davis and Bob Filner. The keynote address was delivered by Secretary of State Debra Bowen, who spoke about the need for improved voting procedures, especially for our soldiers employed overseas.
The Coronado Democratic Club's Annual Luncheon was held at the Coronado Golf Course Clubhouse Bar & Grill on Saturday, March 20th. Our guest speaker was George Mitrovich, president of the City Club of San Diego and the Denver Forum. In addition to being a noted speaker, Mr. Mitrovich is a writer and contributor to several leading North American newspapers, has served on numerous boards and public agencies and is active in San Diego civic affairs.
Mr. Mitrovich's address to the club, entitled "Is that all there is? Barack Obama and the Politics of Hope" was well received.
Incumbent California Senator Denise Ducheny is term-limited so Coronado Democrats hosted a forum between candidates for the 40th state senate nomination, Juan Vargas (San Diego) and Assemblywoman Mary Salas (Chula Vista). After the forum, the Club decided to postpone a candidate endorsement until a later date.
The Club's general meeting was at full-house capacity for the candidates' forum between Juan Vargas and Mary Salas, who will compete in the June 2010 Democratic primary.
Ron Mandelbaum moderated the candidates' forum.
Assemblywoman Mary Salas responds to questions from Club members.
Former 79th Assemby member, Juan Vargas, answered questions submitted by the audience.
Both Mary Salas & Juan Vargas gave summations of why they are seeking the Senate seat.
CORONADO DEMOCRATIC CLUB HOLIDAY PARTY: Sunday, December 13th, 2009
We enjoyed a wonderful evening of good cheer and food with Club members and families! Many thanks to Mickey and Dave Hansen for graciously sharing their lovely home with us for the event!
Jerry & Diana Greenspan
Wonderful company and delicious food at the entree table!
Dave Hansen, Doly Davy, Annette Biggar, Shirley Slexander, Marilyn Lindsay & Betty Cannon.
Our guest speaker was Cath De Stefano, Executive Director of Citizen Diplomacy Council, who spoke about the organization's mission to promote global understanding via face-to-face exchanges between San Diego citizens, local experts and emerging international leaders and dignitaries. More information can be found at the Diplomacy Council's website: www.cdcsd.org
Judy Bambace, Program Chairman and Guest speaker Cath De Stefano
Frances Bernstein reported on the Club's Voter Registration drive held at Albertson's Market on November 7th.
VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE: Saturday, November 7th, 2009
A voter registration drive was sponsored by the Coronado Democratic Club and a big thanks goes out to all club members who helped throughout the day, especially to Frances Bernstein, who chaired the event!
Club member Frances Bernstein assists a Coronado newcomer with votor registration.
The featured speaker at our General Meeting was Zoltan J. Lucas, M.D., a retired physician and retired professor of surgery at Stanford University Medical School. Dr. Lucas spoke to the group about health care reform and the need for a single payer plan.
Our 4th of July party and parade were unqualified
successes!
The strength of participation in the party, preparations, and parade made this one of the best July 4th
events ever. Very special thanks
go to Diana Greenspan and Jackie Haney, co-chairs of the Parade Committee. Both
women gave an enormous amount of time and energy in getting all the pieces to
fit. The club members who lined the parade route saw how well the pieces did
indeed work. Congratulations to all who made this special event possible!
Club President, Jerry Greenspan came dressed wearing the Club's 2010 Parade shirt. 
Betty Galbo models a 2010 parade hat. 
Pearl Quinones, Jack Doyle and Ben Hueso expressed their positions in response to questions submitted by Club members. 
Sally Eisen & Ben Hueso 
Mr. Mitrovich's address to the club, entitled "Is that all there is? Barack Obama and the Politics of Hope" was well received.
Guest Speaker George Mitrovich & Judy Bambace
Flo Feerick & Shirley Kriet
Thea Gurns, John Blocker & Caroleen Williams
Andy & Dee Sabey
Frank & Elizabeth Ingram
Ron Mandelbaum moderated the candidates' forum. 
Assemblywoman Mary Salas responds to questions from Club members.
Jerry & Diana Greenspan
Wonderful company and delicious food at the entree table! 
Irma Redfern & Carol Brager
Nancy Cuddy & Jean Seager 
Assembly-member Mary Salas addressed the guests.
Paul Kriet & Ron Mandelbaum
Frances Bernstein reported on the Club's Voter Registration drive held at Albertson's Market on November 7th. 
