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The Lake of the Woods Democratic Club will celebrate a year marked by election victories and successful public service projects with its annual Christmas luncheon at noon on December 6 at the Generals’ Quarters Restaurant at Locust Grove Town Center.
New officers for 2018 will be introduced at the luncheon and members who contributed to the club’s success during 2017 will be recognized.
The cost of the luncheon is $25, including the meal, taxes and gratuity. Entrée choices are herb-crusted chicken with pasta, pan-seared fresh Atlantic Salmon with teriyaki glaze and saffron rice or herb-balsamic marinated flank steak and baked potato. There is also an appetizer choice of house salad or hearty chicken corn chowder. The choice of dessert is carrot cake or flourless chocolate cake. The deadline for reservations is Nov. 24.
Reservations can be made by sending a check made out to “Jim Donovan” to Jim Donovan, 2101 Lakeview Parkway, Locust Grove, Va. 22508. Menu choices should be noted with reservations.
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Noted political scientist to speak
Dr. Stephen J. Farnsworth, professor of political science and international affairs and director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington, will speak on “The State of Virginia Politics” at the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse on Sunday, Sept. 24.
The event will begin at 2 p.m. in the Lower Level of the LOW Clubhouse. Members will gather 30 minutes before for refreshments and socializing.
Dr. Farnsworth is the author of five books and is this year’s recipient of the Virginia Outstanding faculty Award from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.
One of the few political scientists who focus on Virginia politics, Dr. Farnsworth’s research has direct policy implications for both politicians and the news media. He handles hundreds of media contacts a year on local, state and international matters, and appears in or on such outlets as C-SPAN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, National Public Radio and PBS News Hour.
He holds a Ph.D. and a master’s degree from Georgetown University and a bachelor’s degree from both the University of Missouri and Dartmouth College.
Dr. Farnsworth’s latest book is called “The Global President: International Media and the U.S. Government.”
This year marks the 240th anniversary of the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777 by the Second Continental Congress.
The Lake of the Woods Democratic Club will celebrate the birth of Old Glory at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, at its annual Flag Day Picnic at the LOW Community Center.
Ben Hixon, the Democratic candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates from the 30th District, will be special guest speaker at the picnic.
Everyone is welcome at the picnic without regard to political affiliation.
There will be fried chicken and a variety of homemade side dishes, desserts and beverages.
Tickets are $7 per person. Children under the age of 12 are admitted free.
There will be a door prize and a raffle on a beautiful throw.
The Democratic Committees of Orange, Culpeper and Madison counties will host a “Take Back the House!” Democratic dinner on May 31 at the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse.
U.S. Rep. Don McEachin of Virginia’s 4th Congressional District, will speak at the dinner at 6 p.m.
Ben Hixon, candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates from Virginia’s 30th House District will also be a guest.
Tickets are $50 per person with proceeds going to Hixon’s campaign.
The event begins at 6 p.m. with a cash bar. Dinner will be served at 6:45 p.m. and will include Virginia ham, Atlantic cod, red bliss potatoes, vegetable medley and apple pie. Vegetarian or vegan choices will be available on request.
Contact Sheila Clark at 540-972-0305 or e-mail sheilaclark769@gmail.com for information and reservations. Please reserve by May 24.
The “Take Back the House!” dinner is part of restoring a Democratic majority to the House, and bringing fairness, dignity and honesty back to our national government. We need you to take an active part now.