Congressman Mike Michaud and Libby Mitchell, candidate for Governor, will be the guests of honor at the Oxford County Democrats Annual BBQ at the University of Maine 4-H Camp and Leadership Center on Lake Christopher in Bryant Pond. The event will be held on Sunday, August 29, starting at 4:30. County Democratic Chair Cathy Newell announced that Maine Democratic Party Chair Marianne Stevens of Kingfield and House Majority Whip Seth Berry are among the party leaders who are planning to attend. “We are looking forward to conversation with our guests and to honoring our own legislative and county office holders and candidates,” Newell stated. “Our annual BBQ is a great time for Democrats to enjoy a traditional summer event and a wonderful kickoff to the many activities leading up to November 2 in this important election year.” Candidates attending, in addition to Libby Mitchell and Mike Michaud, include John Patrick, Senate 14, Laura Ordway, Senate 13, Chad McGrew, House 91, Matt Peterson, House 92, Sheryl Briggs, House 93, Terry Hayes, House 94, Russ Newcomb, House 95, Helen Rankin, House 97, Lisa Villa, House 98, Colin O’Neill, House 100, as well as Roy Gedat, County Treasurer, Patricia Shearman, Register of Deeds, and Bob Kirchherr, County Commissioner 3.
The facilities of the University of Maine 4-H Camp and Leadership Center are open to attendees, including excellent swimming in a classic Maine lake, and hiking trails. Those planning to swim or hike may arrive anytime after 2 PM. The program will begin with a Meet & Greet Social Time at 4:30, followed by a cookout meal with all the fixings including Carters’ corn, at 5:30 in the dining hall. There will be an introduction of guests and candidates following the meal.
Hosts for the BBQ to date include John and Claire Patrick, Diana & Ed Cundy, Bruce Bryant, Marden Seavey, Larry and Marlene Engdahl, Marge and Bill Medd, Bob Duplessie, Jane Rich, Nancy Willard, Jim and Rosemary McLean, Miriam Laster, Nancy Willard, Helen Rankin, Jon Albrecht, Neria Douglass, Sharon Treat, Severin Beliveau, Seth Berry, Bill Kieffer, Paul and Cindy Dumas, Roy Gedat & Julie Peterson, Colin O’Neill, Trey Ourso, Cathy Newell and Jan Stowell. The County Democrats are grateful for the host contributions that allow the event price to be kept affordable while raising essential funds for the campaign. Additional hosts and sponsors will be announced at the event.
Tickets are $20 per person including the meal and donation to the Oxford County Democrats. Tickets for children under 10 are $5. To reserve tickets call 875-2116 or e-mail cathyn@megalink.net.