Oconee County, GA Politics

Sincerely,  Dan Matthews To: oconee@yahoogroups.com; moor7709@bellsouth.net CC: agkefalas@charter.net; mcdougaldd@yahoo.com From: pat_jerryads@bellsouth.net Date: Sat, 18 May 2013 17:54:11 -0400 Subject: RE: [oconee] Book group location change   Thanks, Pat, will pass this along.  Would love to hear this discussion.  Piccolo's is the best!     Pat A. From: oconee@yahoogroups.com [mailto:oconee@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Pat Priest Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2013 3:48 PM To: Oconee County Democrats Subject: [oconee] Book group location change   Tlaloc in Watkinsville has closed, so we're moving our book group meetings back to Piccolo's in that same shopping center. Join us on Wednesday the 29th to discuss the thought-provoking book "Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power" by Rachel Maddow. There is a LOT to talk (and worry!) about. The discussion begins prompt...

Reply-To: oconee@yahoogroups.com Geraldine Brooks' "Caleb's Crossing" is on tap for the July discussion of the Oconee Democrats' book group. It's based on a real person: the first Native American to attend -- and graduate from -- Harvard  . . . in 1665. Lynn Neary of NPR included the book in a short list of the best book club picks of 2011 (though I didn't know this when I chose it!) -- and characterized the works on the list as "sure to catalyze serious and lively conversation." She describes the book as a "satisfying but sobering look at the early days of this country . . .  a great pick for lovers of historical fiction." Many people really love the Australian-born author, who won the Pulitzer Prize for an earlier book ("March"). Our group meets at Piccolo's restaurant in the Bell's shopping center in Watkinsville at 7 PM the last Wednesday of each month. Some of us arrive at about...

From: Pat Priest < ppriest@charter.net Date: June 10, 2012 1:08:16 PM EDT To: Oconee County Democrats oconee@yahoogroups.com Subject: [oconee] Oconee Democrats' book for June Reply-To: oconee@yahoogroups.com   Hello! This month the book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats will discuss "Death of a Salesman" -- on Wednesday, June 27th. I read that the playwright, Arthur Miller, chose Willy Loman's name to evoke the idea of the low man on the totem pole. It's been interesting to revisit this classic play, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a Tony Award for Best Play. The group meets at Piccolo's restaurant in the Bell's shopping center in Watkinsville at 7 PM the last Wednesday of each month. Some of us arrive at about 6:30 to order dinner or drinks. I've met some of the most interesting people in the area because of our common love of books. New people join us all the time, so don't ...

Hello! On May 30th the book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats will  discuss "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks." The book, written by Rebecca Skloot, is a New York Times best seller  that's been on many best-of lists. Henrietta Lacks was a black woman  whose cells became integral to scientific discovery -- though her  offspring cannot afford medical care. We believe as Democrats in the importance of science and justice! The group meets at Piccolo's restaurant in the Bell's shopping center in  Watkinsville at 7 PM the last Wednesday of each month. Some people  arrive about 6:30 to order dinner or drinks and to chat. The group is pretty diverse, including folks from 3 different counties  -- and even a Republican! Drop in sometime for a fine conversation. Pat Priest Member, Oconee Democrats

Please consider participating in the Oconee Democrats book group - this month is "Black Like Me" which just turned 50. Sincerely,  Dan Matthews To: oconee@yahoogroups.com From: Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 14:41:28 -0400 Subject: [oconee] April book: "Black Like Me"   Hi! Hope you're out enjoying this lovely day -- if you're lucky, without neighbors' raucous power tools drowning out the peace and quiet. I'm writing to suggest that you join us! The community book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats will discuss the classic "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin on April 25th. The book should be especially interesting to talk about in light of the recent, tragic death of Trayvon Martin. The group meets the last Wednesday of every month at Piccolo's, a pleasant restaurant in the Bell's shopping center in Watkinsville. The discussion gets underway at 7, with some of us arriving at 6:30...

Please consider purchasing the book at Books Galore in Watkinsville. Sincerely,  Dan Matthews To: oconee@yahoogroups.com From: ppriest@charter.net Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2012 08:56:21 -0500 Subject: [oconee] March book discussion   Hello! For our March discussion, the community book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats is reading a Pulitzer Prize-winning book about evolution by Jonathan Weiner titled "The Beak of the Finch." Part science, part natural history and human history -- and very well written -- the book is perfect for conversations about evolution. Books Galore in Watkinsville has a couple of copies of the book at 20% discount. The group will meet at Piccolo's restaurant in the Bell's shopping center in Watkinsville at 7 PM on March 28th. Some people drop in early to order dinner or drinks. Newcomers are welcomed. Group members come from several counties and hold various political beliefs. Drop in someti...

From: Pat Priest ppriest@charter.net Date: January 27, 2012 9:07:48 PM EST To: Oconee County Democrats oconee@yahoogroups.com Subject: [oconee] 2012 slate of books for the community book group Reply-To: oconee@yahoogroups.com   Hello! We've finally settled on this year's slate of books for the book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats. Join us sometime! I think you'll find the list very diverse -- with a play, some terrific writing about science, a handful of classics, and new works, too. We meet the last Wednesday of every month at Piccolo's in the Bell's shopping center in Watkinsville. Come at 6:30 if you'd like to order dinner or a drink. We'll get the discussion underway at 7. Please pass this list along to people you know who might be interested in joining us. Attendees include people from various counties and with different political affiliations, too. ...

Check out these books and come to the non-partisan Oconee Democrats book group. Sincerely,  Dan Matthews Subject: [oconee] book group books   Hello! Hope you're on enjoying a lovely holiday season! For those of you around during the holidays, the book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats will meet on Wednesday, December 28th, to discuss a book added for people with a little extra time to read during the holidays: "The Art of Racing in the Rain." The NY Times best-selling book is an easy, heart-warming read told from the vantage point of a dog. The group will meet at Piccolo's restaurant on Hog Mountain Road in Watkinsville. Some folks gather at 6:30 to order dinner or a drink before the discussion gets underway at 7 PM. You might want to get started on the January book, which is much longer (and a classic): Robert Penn Warren's wonderful "All the King's Men." Drive safely and look out for each other! Pat Priest __._...

Subject: [oconeedemocrats] Piccolo's on Oct. 24   Hello everyone, It is official.  Patsy Harris, our 10th Congressional District chair, can join us as our honoree at 6:30 pm on Monday evening, October 24th, at Piccolo's in the Bell Shopping Center at Butler's Crossroads.  This event serves as a way to recognize Patsy for the enormous amount of time, energy, and money that she gave to the Dan Matthews' campaign.  All of us involved admired her optimism, dedication, and perseverance to the goals of the Democratic party, including fairness and social justice. Please save the date by marking your calendars now for this event.  You are encouraged to bring family members and friends.  We can choose from either the lunch or dinner menu that night, so, whether you are dieting or still eating hearty, there will be ample choice.  If you plan to arrive before or after 6:30 that evening, please mention that you are with the Oc...