Wed
Mar 3 2010
08:13 am
By: R. Neal
What: Knox Dems First Friday
When: Friday, March 5, 2010 - 6:00pm
Where: KCDP HQ, 311 Morgan Street, Knoxville TN
The Knox Co. Democratic Party is hosting a First Friday Grand Opening at their headquarters, located at 311 Morgan St. in Knoxville.
The Tennessee Democratic Party is launching a regional office there for volunteer training and to support area candidates in the State House and Senate races. TNDP Chair Chip Forrester will be on hand for the celebration, along with candidates and elected officials. Kim McMillan, candidate for governor, will also attend.
Festivities begin at 6PM with wine and refreshments. The event is free and open to the public, donations for the Dialysis Center are requested.
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