STILL ROOM for Book Lover Event with Jewel Lansing
Jewel Lansing, a lifetime League member and author, will share her book, Portland: People, Politics, and Power, 1851-2001, at several fundraising events to benefit the League of Women Voters of Portland.
Meet, Greet, Eat, and Discuss
For League members and their guests
There are still a few spots available for League members and their guests to attend the Saturday, 7 p.m., November 7, 2009 social evening/fund raiser with Jewel Lansing.
Jewel Lansing is a Lifetime League member, former elected Multnomah County Auditor and City of Portland Auditor, and book author. During a pause in this social evening, Jewel will discuss her book Portland: People, Politics, and Power, 1851-2001.
At the Nov. 7th evening there will be fine Oregon cheeses and wines and other food and drink. See below for details on how to join (or simply call the League office at 503-228-1675 with your reservation), have a fun evening, and raise money for the Portland League. Join the 42 guests who have already signed up for a festive evening.
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009 beginning at 7 p.m. – Limited to 50 guests.
Cost:
$50 includes one attendee and one autographed book
$75 includes two attendees and one autographed book
$95 includes two attendees and two autographed books
If you already have a copy of Lansing's book, consider this as a contribution to the League, or give your new copy to a friend or relative, or name a designated high school to receive a copy in your name, or...??
Hosts: Robert and Mary McWilliams, in their spacious mid-century modern home on Mt. Tabor in SE Portland.
How to Attend: Make a reservation by contacting the LWV Portland office (503-228-1675 or info@lwvpdx.org). Information will be provided in late October with direction to the hosts’ home and any other pertinent details. You will receive your book at the social and Lansing will autograph it for you.
About the Book: Portland: People, Politics, and Power, 1851-2001, was published by the Oregon State University Press in 2003 and 2005. Structured to follow the tenures of Portland’s mayors, the book features rundowns of council activity under each mayor, with colorful anecdotes about the times. Jewel’s book is an enjoyable and easy-to-read snapshot of local politics that will leave readers better acquainted with how their city works.
About the Author: Jewel Lansing (www.jewellansing.com) was elected and served as both Multnomah County Auditor (1975-1982) and City of Portland Auditor (1983-1986). She won the Democratic primary in 1976 and 1980 for Oregon State Treasurer. Since retiring from public office in 1986, she has written several books, including a murder mystery, Deadly Games in City Hall (1987); Campaigning for Office: A Woman Runs (1991); 101 Campaign Tips for Women Candidates and Their Staffs (1991); My Montana: A History and Memoir – 1930-1950 (2007). Lansing is currently working on a history of Multnomah County.
Questions? Call 503-228-1675 or email info@lwvpdx.org.
