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Every day from now until November 4th volunteers will be walking neighborhoods together and calling swing voters to give them information about Betsy. If you have an evening a week to help out you can make a difference! Call us at 970-221-1473 or email: volunteer@Markeyforcongress.com to sign up. If you are interested in our intern program please send your resume and cover letter to intern@Markeyforcongress.com .
Events...
Three debates between Betsy Markey and Marilyn Musgrave set for October
October 9th, 8pm
Colorado State University - University Center for the Arts, in Fort Collins.
Sponsored by the Fort Collins Coloradoan and 9NEWS. The debate will be shown on TV stations, KUSA - My20 and CSPAN2. Tickets provided by the campaign and CSU.
"This debate will give voters an opportunity to hear what Betsy plans to do to help restore fiscal discipline in Washington and get our economy back on track, help solve our energy crisis and work towards energy independence, as well as health care, education, agriculture, military and veterans issues," spokesman Ben Marter said.
October 13th at 7pm
Fort Morgan High School in Fort Morgan.
Sponsored by Colorado Corn, Colorado Dairy Farmers, Colorado Livestock Association, and Rocky Mountain Farmers Union. This debate will focus on agricultural issues.
October 21st at 7pm
Windsor High School Auditorium in Windsor.
Sponsored by the Greeley Tribune, Fort Collins Now, Windsor Now, Fox 31, the Colorado Young Republicans and the Colorado Young Democrats.
Please check back on the web site for more information as it becomes available.
Events
Saturday, September 5 - 9 am on ...
Join us at the Tour de Fat!
Fort Collins - Join Betsy and the Markey for Congress Campaign as we team up for this year’s Tour de Fat by New Belgium Brewery. Participants dress up in costumes and ride bikes around
We will be meeting at New Belgium (look for the Betsy Markey banner) at 9:15 a.m. The parade begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. so don’t be late!
You are encouraged to dress creatively and wear any Betsy Markey gear you have. We will have plenty of bumper stickers at the event that you can wear if you don't have anything. If you don’t want to don a costume, just wear jeans and a white shirt (we can sticker you up when you get to the brewery). And don't forget a BIKE, which you can also decorate before hand!
The bike parade lasts about an hour and events continue throughout the day if you want to hang around.
Enjoy a hard-earned New Belgium beer after the parade and meet fellow Betsy Markey supporters!
Feel free to invite friends!
Email katie@markeyforcongress.com for more info or visit the Tour de Fat web site: http://www.tour-de-fat.com/city/fort-collins
* If you have an extra bike to lend to someone for the morning, please contact Kaite or call the office at 221-1473.
August 20th, 2008 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Betsy and Sen. Ken Salazar Host a Town Hall Meeting on Energy
| WHAT | Town Hall Meeting on Energy |
| WHERE | Windsor Community Recreation Center 250 11th St Windsor, CO 80550 |
| WHEN | Wednesday, August 20th from 2:30pm to 3:30pm |
| WHO | Sen. Ken Salazar Betsy Markey |
August 1st - 2nd, 2008
Betsy Visits South East Colorado
On Friday, August 1st, Betsy Markey traveled to Lamar, Colorado. She spent the afternoon meeting with local newspapers and small business owners. Betsy also spoke with community groups at the home of a local business leader.
On Saturday, Betsy was in Springfield, Colorado for the annual Baca County Fair and Parade. Joined by her three sisters and niece, Betsy walked in the parade and then enjoyed a barbecue with local residents.
That evening Betsy traveled to Las Animas, Colorado for the Bent County Fair and Rodeo.
“People in this part of the state are hurting from the high cost of gas and diesel,” said Markey. “I spoke with many folks who feel that their voices are not being heard in Washington, and that has got to change.”
click her to view pictures from the event...
Saturday July 26, 2008 6:30 am - 3:00 pm
Join Betsy for a full day at the Crowley County Fair!
With a pancake breakfast kicking off the events , a parade through the streets of Ordway and the annual BBQ, the Crowley County Fair is guaranteed to be full day of fun with friends and family. Please come by and introduce yourself to Betsy, her husband Jim and our campaign volunteers sometime during the day.
click here to view pictures from the event...
Saturday, July 12th 10 am - 12 noon
Longmont office Opening
Join us at our latest office opening in Longmont. Come by and take a minute to meet Betsy, some of the campaign staff and our volunteers. It is a chance to get actively involved in helping to change our representation in Washington, D.C. Refreshments will be served.
Location: 360 Main Street, Longmont, CO
Monday, July 7th, 5 - 7pm -
Weld County Office Grand Opening - Join Betsy Markey for the grand opening of her Congressional campaign office for Weld County. The new office is at 800 8th Avenue (in the Jerome Building on the southeast corner of 8th and 8th, Suite 147 (1st floor corner office, entrance on 8th Avenue).
You can help the campaign out if you can spare office furniture and other supplies that can be donated or lent to the campaign through November 4. Needs include:
a. Tables (most sizes/shapes will work. A long conference-type table would be great!)
b. Desks and chairs (especially folding chairs and desk chairs)
c. White board and dry erase markers
d. Office supplies, including clipboards, staplers, tape dispensers, pens, pencils, etc.
If you want to help set up the office or help on July 7th, please email Cheri Nichols.
Saturday, July 5, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Red Feather Lake, July 4th Parade
Betsy Markey will join the Larimer Dems in the Red Feather Lakes Parade
Friday July 4th 7:00 to 9:00 am
Greeley Annual Pre-Parade Breakfast
On the Fourth of July, join the 26th annual Weld County Democratic Party pre-parade breakfast at 1720 12th Avenue, Greeley. Then walk two blocks to watch the parade or walk with the Weld Democratic Float. Bring a breakfast item, a free will donation to the party, or a can or box of food for donation to the Weld Food Bank.
Location: Historic Peddycord House, 1720 12th Ave, Greeley CO
Contact: Lida King, P:
Friday July 4th 9:00 to 10:30 am
Greeley Stampede Parade
Join Betsy and the Weld Democrats Location walking in the annual Greeley 4th of July parade.
Location: 10th Avenue & 19th Street, Greeley CO
Contact: Lida King, P:
Friday July 4th 1:30 am to 2:30 pm
Loveland July 4th Event - Meet up with Betsy Markey, Bob Massaro and the Larimer Dems
Location: North Lake Park, Loveland CO (corner of 29th and Taft)
Directions: (From Campaign HQ) Take Mulberry to S Shields St. Continue on CR-17/N Taft Ave. Turn left at W 29th St.
Contact: Bob Massaro, P:
Friday 3:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fort Collins July 4th Event - Meet up with Betsy and the Larimer Dems
Location: Civic Center Park, Fort Collins CO Directions: (behind Justice Center, near Laporte and Mason)
Contact: Bob Massaro, P:
Wednesday, July 2nd
Betsy will be attending the Brush Rodeo/dinner in Brush, CO (Morgan County)
Sunday June 29, 3:30 pm
Join your neighbors in Longmont and meet Betsy Markey at the home of Nathan & Laura Vanderschaaf.
Address: 5413 Cannon Mountain Way, Longmont, CO 80503. Contributions to the campaign will be greatly appreciated. Please R.S.V.P. to Jamie@Markeyforcongress.com
Saturday, June 7th
Betsy will be attending Pride in the Park in Fort Collins and the Johnstown BBQ in Johnstown.
Thursday, June 5th 1:30 - 4:30 pm.
Join Betsy in Estes Park!
1:30pm-2:30pm: Betsy will be visiting with downtown business owners. Please contact Jamie at
4:30 pm: Betsy is holding a town hall meeting in Estes Park to hear from residents about their concerns regarding the economy and to discuss the release of her new economic plan. The meeting is open to the public. Location: Estes Park Senior Center, 220 4th Street
Sunday, June 1st 10am - 2pm
BETSYFEST!
Dan Shaner invites you to a hearty brunch and interesting conversation! Betsy’s campaign consultants from Washington D.C. will be on hand to answer any and all questions about the race for Colorado’s 4th Congressional District from a national perspective.
Dan Shaner’s Home
3401 Terryridge Road
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Anytime between 10am and 2pm
Contributions will be gratefully received
Tuesday, May 27, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Weld County Town Hall Meeting
Join Betsy Markey, at a Town Hall Meeting with Weld County candidates at the Ault VFW, 100 1st Ave, Ault, CO 80610. Each candidate will outline individual campaign objectives, answer questions and hear your input.
Location: Ault VFW, 100 1st Ave, Ault, CO 80610. Contact: Mackenzie
Wednesday, May 21st: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Town Hall Meeting About the Economy
Betsy Markey is holding a town hall meeting in Fort Collins to hear from residents about their concerns regarding the economy and to discuss the release of her new economic plan.
Location: Boltz Junior High cafeteria, 720 Boltz Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525.
For more information contact: Mackenzie Tepel
Friday, May 16, 6:30 pm
At the State Convention: Come Celebrate Betsy and Being a Democrat from Colorado!
Join us at Maxi's Lounge at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs for a celebration before the state convention begins. Hors D'oeuvres will be served and there will be a cash bar. $10 suggested donation. Contact Jamie Grim
Saturday, May 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
Greeley - Weld County: Calling All Betsy Markey Volunteers
Come join us and help organize Weld County volunters to elect Betsy Markey to the US Congress! Location: the coffee shop in Cranberries Fresh Foods Market (SW corner of 65th and Hwy 34). For more information contact Cheri Nichols (Volunteer Coordinator)
Saturday, May 10, 3:00 -6:00 pm
Fort Collins - Betsy to be Guest Speaker at Healing & the Arts Community Festival
Learn about Integrative Medicine at this community festival with musical performances, art & pottery show, childrens activities and more. Betsy will be speaking at around 5pm. Location: 315 Canyon Avenue, Fort Collins. For more information call 472-6802
Wednesday, May 7, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Greeley Town Hall Meeting
Betsy Markey a small business owner and Democratic candidate for Congress in Colorado’s Fourth Congressional District, is holding a town hall meeting in Greeley to hear from residents about their concerns regarding the economy and to discuss the release of her new economic plan. The meeting is open to the public. Location: Health Middle School 2223 16th Street, Greeley
Thursday May 1st, 2008, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Ice Cream Social - Loveland
Join Betsy Markey, Democratic Candidate for Congress, Fourth District of Colorado, For an Ice Cream Social at The Sweet Spot , 210 East Fourth Street, Loveland. Suggested Donation: $10.
Hosted by: Jannine Mohr, Kim Pacheco, Amy Parsons, Jodi Radke, Joan Shaffer, and Anne Wilseck
Your RSVP is encouraged, but not required. Call Jamie at
Tuesday, April 22, 10am - 2pm
Earth Day at CSU
The Markey Campaign will have a table at the Earth Day Celebration and Open Your Mind Fair at CSU from 10-2pm. Come sign up to volunteer! Location: Lory Student Center Plaza.Saturday
April 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meet and Greet in Holyoke
Holyoke, CO –Betsy Markey, a small business owner and Democratic candidate for Congress in Colorado’s Fourth Congressional District, is holding a meet-and-greet this Sunday, April 20, 2008.
The event is open to the public and will be held at the Lion’s Den, 125 North Campbell Ave, Holyoke. Betsy will be discussing her race for Congress and issues important to Colorado.
Saturday, April 19, 2008 2pm - 3pm
Sterling Democrats Hosting a Meet and Greet for Markey
Sterling, CO – Local Democrats are hosting a meet-and-greet for Betsy Markey, a small business owner and Democratic candidate for Congress in Colorado’s Fourth Congressional District, this .
The event is open to the public and will be held at the CSU Extension Office, 508 South 10th Ave, Sterling. Betsy will be discussing her race for Congress and issues important to Colorado.
Saturday April 19, 6pm - 8pm
Markey to Attend Morgan County Big Ten Dinner
Fort Morgan, CO – Betsy Markey, a small business owner and Democratic candidate for Congress in Colorado’s Fourth Congressional District, will attend the Morgan County Big Ten Dinner this Saturday, April 19, 2008. The dinner will be held at the Country Steak Out, 19592 8 East Ave, Fort Morgan. The Morgan County Big Ten Dinner is a benefit for the Morgan County Democratic Party.
Friday April 3, 7:00 - 11 PM
A night of music and dancing with John Magnie and the Three Twins
along with special musical guests jazz piano virtuoso Mark Sloniker and former Van Morrison drummer Tom Donlinger
To benefit Betsy Markey, Democratic Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives , Fourth District of Colorado
Come join us for what promises to be a fun filled night with a great band, great people and all for the right cause. Lets "band" together, support change in Washington and send Betsy Markey to Congress!
Sunset Event Center
242 Linden Street
Fort Collins, CO.
Fri, March 28, 2008 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy great food, wine, and conversation with people who want new leadership for the 4th CD! Location: Grant Family Farms, Wellington, CO. more...
Monday March 10, 9 am -10 am
Betsy to appear on ePluribus Radio with Political Nexus
"Don't Hijack My Thread" is an interactive discussion on today's hot political topics with a progressive slant. Join "rapid fire" hosts Adam Lambert (clammyc) and David Atkins (thereisnospoon) with special guest Betsy Markey as they take your calls and opinions! Call in number is:
Wednesday February 20th - 6 pm - 9 pm
Markey Campaign Holding Opening Party and Canned Food Drive
Please join Betsy in celebrating the opening of her new campaign headquarters on February 20, 2008 at 6PM at the new offices at 419 Canyon Avenue, Suite 315, Fort Collins. Join us for food, drink and good company. Meet fellow supporters and learn about volunteer opportunities with the campaign.
In conjunction with the opening party, we are asking supporters to bring a can of food for the Larimer County Food Bank. The Food Bank needs peanut butter, canned dinners, canned tomato products, cereal or canned fruit for donation to the Larimer County Food Bank.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Betsy will be attending the C.A.R.D. Wellington town hall meeting.
Coloradoans Against Resource Destruction will hold a town hall meeting in Wellington. The purpose of the meeting is to bring everyone up to date on their activities related to stopping uranium mining in northern Colorado.
Location: River of Life Fellowship Church at 3161 West CR 62 E in Wellington.
Saturday, February 2, 2008 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Betsy to speak at Poudre High School
Come hear Betsy speak to high school students and their parents about current issues facing them. Why?: so you can have an impact on your future. Question and answer session... Location: Poudre High School Event Center.
Thursday, January 31, 2008 - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Betsy Markey to speak at CSU Focus the Nation Panel: "Global Warming What Government Can Do"
Whether you drive a Hummer or ride a Specialized, you're invited to CSU's "Focus the Nation" teach-in on global climate change. This free, informative, non-partisan event is open to all members of the Fort Collins community.
Location: CSU Yates Hall Room 104.
Friday, December 21st - Fort Morgan and Yuma
Markey to Meet with Farmers and Ranchers to Discuss the Farm Bill
Betsy Markey, a small business owner and Democratic candidate for Congress in Colorado's Fourth District, will meet with local farmers and ranchers in Fort Morgan and Yuma on Friday the 21st to discuss the Farm Bill and other issues important to them. Press is welcome to attend...
Wednesday December 5th or Thursday the 6th, 6 and 7:30pm seatings
Claws for the Cause! It’s Easy, It’s Fun, It’s Lobster, It’s For: Betsy Markey!
Come join us at Fish restaurant in Fort Collins the evening of December 5th or 6th for a night of great food great conversation and all for a good cause...
Monday, December 10, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Holiday Open House
Come join Co-hosts Wendy & Doug Ishii, Tom & Jean Sutherland at a Holiday Open House and fundraiser to benefit Betsy Markey for Congress.
Wednesday, November 28, 6:30pm - Fort Collins
Military Meet and Greet - Open Invitation
Betsy would like to invite all veterans, services members and your families - regardless of party affiliation - to come speak with her about issues and concerns of yours as current and former soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen. Location: Rigden Farms subdivision.
Tuesday, November 27, Denver
Congressman and DCCC Chaiman Chris Van Hollen press conference with Betsy
"I'm here today to show that we in the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and Democrats in Congress think Betsy is the right candidate for this seat," Van Hollen said...
Saturday November 17th, 5:30-7:30pm - Greeley
Weld County Democratic Party Century
Betsy will be the keynote speaker at this thank you dinner for Century Club members. For more information call the Weld County Democratic party at
Saturday November 17, 10am - Fort Collins
Robotics Competition, Poudre High School
Come see the amazing work the Poudre High students do with the robots they built for this regional competition.
Monday Nov. 12th, 5-6:30 - Greeley
Disabled Veterans meeting
Join military Veterans at the Greeley Golden Corral during Military Monday -Color Guard Ceremony begins at 5pm
Saturday Nov 10th, 10 am-noon - Red Feather Lakes
Larimer County Dem. Party Precinct Training, Red Feather Lakes Library
Join Betsy and fellow Dems at the Red Feather Lakes Library for training on organizing precincts for upcoming election activities.
Friday, November 2nd, 11:30am-1pm - Greeley
Weld County - Lunch with Betsy Markey
Betsy Markey, candidate for Fourth Congressional District U.S. Representative, will speak at the Weld County Democrats lunch at the Golden Corral, 11:30 am, 3035 23rd Avenue, Greeley. For more information contact
Saturday November 3, 2007 - Fort Morgan
Betsy to address Morgan County Democrats
The Morgan County democrats cordially Invite You to Join Betsy Markey and fellow democrats at the "Kickoff to Victory 2008 Turkey Dinner" Reception and Silent Auction 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m.
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