Congratulations to incoming Contra Costa Republican Party Chairman Greg Poulos. Greg has served as the Chief Operating Officer of the CCRP and as Parliamentarian. He served as the GOTV Chair for the Victory '06 Campaign in Contra Costa. Greg and his wife Lori live in Danville. Greg runs his own insurance and financial services firm in Blackhawk.

Bay Area -- Nicolas Beck - [email protected]
Alameda -- Steve Savas - [email protected]
Contra Costa -- Allen Payton - [email protected]
       and also Jeff Elfont - [email protected]
Marin -- Joohee Muromcew - [email protected]
Santa Clara -- David Springer - [email protected]
San Francisco -- Rich Miller - [email protected]
San Mateo -- Michael Maletic - [email protected]

The San Mateo County Republican Party invites you to share cocktails and conversation with Tom Campbell, Dean of the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley, and former member of Congress. 6:00 - 8:00 PM General Reception (VIP Reception 6:00 - 7:00 PM).

$100 - individual ticket and general reception; $250 - VIP reception (includes photo); $1,000 - Angel (includes VIP reception and special recognition). Please make checks payable to San Mateo County Republican Party and mail to: San Mateo County Republican Party c/o Deborah Wilder, 1200 Sixth Ave, Suite 200, Belmont, CA 94002. Questions? Contact 650-551-5580 or [email protected] . Location: The home of Charles Marsala, 33 Emilie, Atherton

The Berkeley College Republicans and California Patriot cordially invite you to our annual banquet featuring Professor John Yoo and 15th Assembly District Candidates Scott Kamena and Robert Rao.

Students: $35, Guests: $80. Payable to California Patriot Foundation, P.O. Box 4428, Berkeley, CA 94704. Please RSVP to Kimberly Wagner at [email protected] or (714)749-3256 by Wednesday, April 30. Location: Le Bateau Ivre, 2629 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

The Conservative Forum of Silicon Valley presents Bill Whalen, a research fellow at the Hoover Institution, where he studies and writes on current events and political trends, with an emphasis on California's political landscape. He will speak on "Politics 2008."

Check in 6:30 PM, meeting at 7:00 PM. Admission is free to paid members and first-time attendees. Non-members pay $10 per meeting. Where: American Legion Hall, 958 Homestead Road, Santa Clara

Business meeting followed by Speaker Series with Dr. Vicky E. Murray, Senior Policy Fellow, Education Studies, Pacific Research Institute. Dr. Murray's research focuses on education reform measures. No charge. Where: 455 Golden Gate Avenue in San Francisco's Civic Center State Building, lower level.

East Contra Costa RWF will hold our annual May Boutique and General Meeting. Please join us for our "A Taste of Summer" fund raiser and the special activities such as a fun wine tasting opportunity. 11:00 AM - Gift Boutique and silent auction begin; 12 Noon - Luncheon and fashion show; 12:45 PM - guest speaker on "Islam: How They Masterminded What They Are Doing."

Cost for the luncheon is $25.00 per person. Reserve with Lynne at 925-634-7826 by May 1. Check out our website at www.eccrwf.com. Location: The Nines Country Club, 100 Summerset Drive, Brentwood

Mr. Kralik is Director of Internet Strategy for American Solutions for Winning the Future, started by Newt Gingrich. He will discuss how, in order to truly transform the country, political leaders will need to use and understand technology to an extent that most have yet to truly appreciate and realize.

Please register online. Hosted by Lead21 Board Members Sonia Arrison and Aydin Senkut at their home in San Francisco. The address in San Francisco will be sent automatically to registered attendees.

Please join Jose Esteves for refreshments, dance, and entertainment. $35 per person. RSVP by April 30th to 408-262-8400 or [email protected] . Location: Campbell Community Center, 1 West Campbell Ave (at Winchester), Campbell

Oppose the Recall! Precinct Walk for State Senator Jeff Denham. Contact 209-338-0288 or [email protected] . Location: Friends of Jeff Denham Campaign Office, 1231 8th Street, Suite 300, Modesto

Onward and Upward! Celebrate the five years of dedicated leadership Tom Del Beccaro has given to the Contra Costa Republican Party. Tom's talents are needed at the State GOP, so he is passing the torch at the end of April.

Let Tom know how much we appreciate all the work and sacrifice he has provided the last five years to develop the local party. Please RSVP by May 7 to Darcy Linn at [email protected] or 415-244-1151. Location: Jennifer Gartung's lovely home in Alamo (address provided upon RSVP)

Dr. Bevc's topic will be "Global Warming Nothing but a Paper Tiger". He has conducted scientific research for the Department of Defense and aerospace industry and held senior staff positions at the California Public Utilities Commission.

Meet at 11:30; lunch at noon; speaker at 12:30. The cost for lunch is $22. For reservations please call 925-254-8617 by May 13th. Location: Metro Restaurant, 3524 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette

Speaker Lores Rizkalla was born to parents who left Egypt to escape jihadist attacks. She is a Los Angeles radio host and writer, and she will speak on "Crisis 2008 and the Power of a Woman". 5:45 PM - Sign-in and Social; 6:30 PM - Speaker.

Cost: $20. Please make reservations by noon, Tuesday, May 13, to Ms. Lyons, 856 Turrini Dr., Danville 94526, [email protected], or 925-820-6452. Checks may be made payable to Blackhawk Republican Women. Location: Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville

Our guest speaker this month will be Dan Borenstein, political columnist, investigative journalist, and editorial writer for the Contra Costa Times. We will also be covering the latest tax-related issues and have the election of officers as well. 7:45 AM - Social; 8:00 - 9:30 AM - Meeting.

$20.00 includes full breakfast. Please make reservations as soon as possible because our events have been selling out. RSVP at www.cocotax.org or to Kris Hunt at 925-228-5610 or [email protected]. Prepayment is greatly appreciated. Checks should be mailed to: P.O. Box 27, Martinez, CA 94553. Location: The Greenery, 1551 Marchbanks, Walnut Creek. (Off of Ygnacio Valley at the Diablo Hills Golf Course)

What: Speakers, education, camraderie
Who: You, many friends, and sister club members from the Bay Area. Gentlemen MOST welcome.
Speakers: Former Assemblywoman Lynne Leach, Roseann Slonsky-Breault, Gene Kreps
Menu: Continental breakfast; salad for lunch.
RSVP with your check for $35 a person, payable to CFRW-ND VI, and mail to Sandy Gregory, 735 Winterside Circle, San Ramon CA 94583. Info at www.yvrwf.org or [email protected]
Where: Oakhurst Country Club, Oakhurst

California Chapter 2008 Annual Meeting, 1:00 - 5:00 PM - REP members and guests are invited. Theme: "How Republicans Must Take Back the Leadership Role on Environmental Issues". No charge. RSVP to Patricia at 916-791-3068. Location: 1029 J Street, Suite 300, Sacramento

Evening Program, 5:30 PM: Dinner with Keynote Speaker Terry Maple, Co-Author of A Contract with the Earth (with Newt Gingrich). Dr. Maple is CEO of the Palm Beach Zoo and Professor of Conservation and Behavior at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Reception 5:30-6:30 PM, dinner at 6:30. $55.00 per person for dinner. For info or RSVP, contact Patricia Callan-McKinney at 916-791-3068 or Aurie Kryzuda at 858-271-7565. Location: Hyatt Regency, 1209 L Street, Sacramento

You are cordially invited to attend dinner in honor of Dean Andal, Candidate, U.S. Congress. $100 per couple. Sport casual. Information: 408-246-6600. Please respond by Wed., May 12. Location: The beautiful home of Murali and Anu Chirala, 15354 Sycamore Drive, Morgan Hill

The South Peninsula Area Republican Coalition invites you to an evening with Duf Sundheim, Immediate Past Chairman of the California Republican Party, and a long time friend of SPARC. Duf's topic: "California Republicans Aligned for Tomorrow". 6:00 PM - Check-in and reception with wine and snacks; 6:45 PM - Program begins.

Cost: $15.00 for Members and $18.00 for Non-Members. $20.00 at the door. Reservations Required. To reserve: Browse www.sparcgop.org (optionally pre-pay as well), Email [email protected] or Phone SPARC: (650) 917-9125. Location: Main Street Caf�. 134 Main Street, Los Altos

"Downtown," a Novato RWF event presented in conjunction with the Novato Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Association, is a fashion show highlighting unique offerings from local boutiques and merchants, a silent auction, and a stylish luncheon. Doors open at 11:00 A.M. with silent auction bidding, followed by lunch and a fashion show from noon to 2:00 P.M. Benefits local scholarships and school programs.

Prices: NFRW club members $35, general public $50, table of 10 $350. For reservations, call Nancy Prince at (415)898-8817. Location: Marin Country Club, 500 Country Club Drive, Novato.

The Contra Costa County Republican Party hosts a special War on Terror/Islamic Terrorism Panel featuring Lores Rizkalla, Larry Greenfield, and Gary Aminoff. Cost: $25 single ticket, $125 entire series. RSVP to 925-930-9551 or [email protected] . Where: Contra Costa Country Club, 801 Golf Club Rd., Pleasant Hill

Please join Alys & Brad Smith and Friends for a private reception and dinner with Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. 6:00 PM Reception; 7:00 PM Dinner. Photo opportunity. Business casual.

The California Dream Team exists to help the Governor move his agenda forward. Committment to give or raise $10,000 includes 2 tickets to the Reception and Dinner, 1 photo opportunity (2 people per photo), and membership on the California Dream Team.

RSVP to Kirsten Vernon at 650-464-4394 or [email protected] or Renee Croce at 310-648-7700 or [email protected] . Location: the home of Alys & Brad Smith, Menlo Park

We are delighted to have Mary and Bruce McPherson serving as our Event Co-Chairs this year! We will be celebrating the Bounty that is California...food, wine, technology, political leadership and more! Honoring Nancy Greenbach, Kacy Hutchison, and Deborah Wilder. WISH members $75, non-members $150, higher levels available. Contact: [email protected] or 703-778-5550. Location: The Atherton home of Danelle and Mario Rosati.

Meg Whitman and the McCain Victory California Leadership Team invite you to a luncheon honoring Senator John McCain. 12:00 Noon - Host Committee Reception; 12:30 PM - Luncheon.

$2,300 per person; higher levels available. For additional information or questions, please contact Cassandra Vandenberg at (562)988-3366 or Caitlin Ashlock at (310)309-2101 or [email protected] . Location: The home of Meg Whitman & Griff Harsh, Atherton, California

West Valley Republican Women invite you to a Western Hoe-Down. No-host bar @ 5:30 PM, Dinner @ 7:00. $35. Best BBQ Rib Dinner in the Valley. Musical entertainment by the Peninsulaires Barbershop Quartet. Meet local Republican political candidates. Plus camaraderie and fun.

Please make reservations by May 26, and send checks to Liz Simms, 5123 Elmwood Dr, San Jose, CA 95130. 408-866-7192. For more information, contact Kay Young 408-446-4144. Cowboy hats optional. Location: Los Gatos Elks Lodge, 105 Newell Ave, Los Gatos (opposite Lark Ave on Winchester)

Precinct Walk - Ram Singh for San Jose Council: Saturday, May 3, 10 AM
You can help elect the next Republican to San Jose City Council. Join Ram Singh, candidate in San Jose District 2, as he walks neighborhoods in the Santa Teresa area. For more information on Ram's exciting campaign, go to www.ramsingh.org . Questions and RSVP to: (408) 629-2682. Meet at: 631 Rocking Horse Court, San Jose, CA 95123

Precinct Walk - Pat Waite for San Jose Council: Saturday, May 3, 10 - 12 AM
Join Pat Waite in his bid to win the District 8 Evergreen area seat on the San Jose City Council. Just a few hours of your time can make a big difference. For more information on Pat, visit his website at www.patwaite.com. Questions? Just ask Pat at 408-564-9980. Location: Meet at Evergreen Village Square, south of Ruby & Aborn, Lundi's parking lot

McCain 2008 Team at Evergreen Market in San Jose: Sunday, May 4, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Help us staff a Voter Registration table at the Evergreen Farmer's Market. It's a great opportunity to sign up local Republicans to support John McCain too. Questions? Let us know if you can help. Contact Santa Clara County Chair: David Springer, 408-269-8577, [email protected] . Location: Evergreen Village Square, Rube Ave at Classico Ave, San Jose

Absentee Ballots Sent for June 3rd Primary Election: Monday, May 5
Today is the day that Absentee Ballots (Vote By Mail) are mailed by the Registrar. Watch for them if you are already a Vote By Mail voter. There is still time to apply to vote by mail (May 27th is the last day).

San Francisco New Citizens Ceremony: Tuesdays, May 6 & May 20, 7:00 AM
Help register new citizens to vote. 7:00-9:30 AM - Pass out Republican Party literature; 10:20-11:30 AM - Register Voters. To volunteer, contact [email protected]. For weather cancellation, please call 415.921.4844 before 7 AM the day of the ceremony. Where: Masonic Auditorium, 1111 California Street, San Francisco (between Jones and Taylor)

San Mateo County McCain Phone Bank: Wednesday, May 7, 6-8:45 PM
We will hold our first phone bank. The location is near 92/101, and we will send more direction information as we approach. Email Jason at [email protected] if you can attend for any period of time by Friday, May 2. Location: The Jigsaw office building, Two Waters Park Drive, Suite #250, San Mateo

John McCain 2008 San Mateo County Volunteer Meeting/Training/Dinner: Wednesday, May 14, 5:30 - 8 PM
At the next volunteer get-together, we'll have drinks, a great dinner and cover some much needed training information regarding booth set up at events and phone banking. We will also have a general brainstorm session. Please RSVP by May 8 to Jason at [email protected]. Location: TBA.

Monthly Meeting of SVGOP: Wednesday, May 14, 7 - 7:30 PM
Santa Clara County Republican Party Central Committee meeting. This month will be a Business Meeting only. Location: County Admin Bldg, 70 West Hedding St (at First Street), San Jose

McCain 2008 Team at Armed Forces Day, USS Hornet: Saturday, May 17, 10 AM to 5 PM
Join the local McCain team as we rock and roll the USS Hornet on Armed Forces Day. With six hours of great classic rock music, featuring The Greg Kihn Band! Guest stars Tony Lindsay, Chris Jackson, and others will join our favorite KFOX Last Band Standing finalists MidLife Vices, Evolution (A Journey Tribute) and The Cocktail Monkeys! Come help as we sign up Veterans and a have a great time too. Questions? Let us know if you can help. Contact Santa Clara County Volunteer Chair David Springer at 408-269-8577 or [email protected] . Location: USS Hornet (and vicinity), Pier 3, Alameda Point, Alameda

Last Day to Register to Vote in June 3 Primary: Monday, May 19, 2008
Today is the last day to change your registration or complete a new registration, and still vote in the June 3rd Primary Election. If you have moved, you must re-register to vote at your new polling location.

Alameda County Republican Party Monthly Meeting: Tuesday, May 20, 6:30 PM
Where: 1039 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro

McCain 2008 Santa Clara County Volunteer Meeting: Saturday, May 24, 12 Noon to 2 PM
Monthly volunteer social and training session. Key Contact: Atul Saini at [email protected] or 408-821-3462. Location: Una Mas Mexican Grill, 680 River Oaks Parkway #P-2, San Jose, CA 95134

California Statewide Direct Primary Election: Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Marin Republican Women Luncheon with Luis Buhler: Saturday, June 14, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Speaker: CRP Bay Area Vice Chairman Luis Buhler. Reservations: 415-499-7289. Location: Loch Lomond Yacht Club, 95 Loch Lomond Dr., San Rafael

CCRP Speakers Series with Audra & Tony Strickland: Tuesday, June 17, 6:00 PM
The Contra Costa County Republican Party hosts CA Power Couple Night featuring Assemblywoman Audra Strickland & Senate Candidate Tony Strickland. Cost: $25 single ticket, $125 entire series. RSVP to 925-930-9551 or [email protected] . Where: Contra Costa Country Club, 801 Golf Club Rd., Pleasant Hill

Republican National Convention: Monday - Thursday, September 1 to 4
The Republican National Convention meets in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota to select the Presidential nominee.

California Republican Party Fall State Convention:
Friday to Sunday, September 26 - September 28
Where: Anaheim Marriott