140 diners, almost double the number from last year's dinner,
gathered at the Harbour Restaurant in Portsmouth to enjoy a 3-course
meal and to support the Kingston Green Party. The event was sold out
over a week before and it was estimated that
up to 40 more people had to be turned away!
Those in attendance were treated to
delightful flute and guitar duets by Alec Lunn and Wes Weese as the they arrived, mingled, and chatted.
After dinner, Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May thrilled the
the assembly with one of her customarily rousing and inspiring speeches
provoking a standing ovation and an engaging question and answer period. Folks
gathered around Elizabeth May for the rest of the evening, learning more about her Green
vision for the country.
Tickets were $60, $80 or $100 depending on the level
of donation desired by the supporter. Bidding in the silent
auction was very active on items ranging from original framed
artworks by local artists to canoe rentals, gift baskets, CDs and gift
certificates from many local businesses.
To see a list of the silent auction items, the generous companies and individuals who donated them
and the happy Greens who won them click here.
- First of all, we'd like to extend a hearty thanks to Elia and the staff at The Harbour Restaurant
who did an excellent job hosting and catering the event.
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Another very big thanks to the inimitable Elizabeth May for delivering an entertaining and thought-provoking
speech, after a long, hard-fought and almost successful campaign in London North Centre.
Elizabeth does not understand the phrase "down time" -- she's the ultimate source in renewable energy!
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Our thanks to Alec Lunn and Wes Weese for their excellent musical accompaniment to the evening!
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Thanks also to all the generous silent auction donors.
And to all of those who made bids. And to all of those in attendance for helping us generate
funds and excitement for the next federal election.
Please see photos from the evening and additional
information below:
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