Welcome to Kent County GOP Events! Each month we have a variety of great events for the community, including Coffee with the Chairman where you can get to know other Republicans in the county, Freedom Story Hour, a great event for kids that includes story time and fun activities for the little ones, educational seminars, trainings for our volunteers and so much more! Please subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay updated on upcoming events.
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Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 06:30 PM · 17 rsvps
Aunt Belle's Kitchen in Rockford, MIHot Dogs and Politics Night
Grab a free hot dog or slice of pizza at Aunt Belle's Kitchen and join us for an evening of tasty bites and thought-provoking conversations about politics. Whether you're a political junkie or just looking for a relaxed discussion, this event is for you!
Here's what's on the menu:
Hot Dogs with your choice of condiments
Pizza of your choice
Engaging political discussions
🤔 Thought-provoking questions 😂 Lots of laughs and good company.
Feel free to invite friends who might be interested – the more, the merrier! Can't wait to see you there!
Guest Speaker
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Monday, March 25, 2024 at 06:30 PM
KC Event Center in Wyoming, MIMonthly Executive Committee Meeting
Join us for the Monthly Executive Committee. Republican Precinct Delegates are encouraged to attend.
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Friday, April 05, 2024 at 10:00 AM · 3 rsvps
Uccello's Restaurant in Grand Rapids, MIApril Coffee with the Chair
Our coffee with the Chair is a casual event where all fellow Republicans can talk about important issues while enjoying some free coffee and donuts.
Join us to hear the Chairman's Report from John Schaut.
Guest Speaker
Representative Gina Johnsen
Rep. Gina Johnsen was first elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in November 2022.
She represents the 78th District, which covers the townships of Lowell and Bowne, and the cities of Lowell and Alto in Kent County.
Johnsen holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA.
Gina is a devout Christian and was the director of the Michigan House of Prayer for 12 years. She owns a small insurance business and spent 17 years of her career with Otsuka Pharmaceuticals as a program manager.
She is active in grassroots politics and in her community, having worked with human trafficking survivor support organization Sak Saum, as well as Crosswalk Teen Center, Forgotten Man Ministries, Protect Life MI, Hannah’s House for young expecting mothers, and Shared Pregnancy Women’s Center.
Keynote Speaker
Paul Hudson, Republican candidate for Michigan Congressional District 3
Paul Hudson is a homegrown Michigander and longtime resident of West Michigan. Born in 1982, he grew up in Metro Detroit, where his father worked for Chrysler while his mother worked nights as a doctor in the ER. He was one of six children, four brothers and one sister. Paul is the grandson of Michigan State’s College Football Hall of Famer, Duffy Daugherty, who was a pioneer of racially integrating college football and won two national championships with the Spartans.
After high school, Paul attended Cornell where he played catcher for the baseball team. Soon after, he graduated Cum Laude from Georgetown Law and then served as a law clerk for the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Following his time in the Federal Court System, Paul went on to become a senior partner at Michigan’s oldest and most prominent law firm, Miller Canfield, and serves as the firm’s Chair of Appeals. He has argued hundreds of appeals in state and federal courts across the country, including cases defending law enforcement officers and upholding constitutional rights.
In his free time, Paul coaches his son’s baseball team and is an avid marathoner. Paul resides in East Grand Rapids with his wife Jen and two children, Sarah, and John.
In 2016, Paul was awarded the Golden Gavel which "...exemplifies significant contribution to professionalism and courtesy in the practice of law and promotes the image and honorable reputation of the profession" and a legal expert stated "...one name is coming out on top: Paul Hudson.” Most recently, Paul was nominated by the Republican Party as a candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court.
As a pragmatic and principled Republican, Paul is focused on finding common-sense solutions to the problems that face West Michigan and our Nation. With the extremes in both parties threatening to pull our country off course, Paul believes we need a return to sound conservative principles to get us back in the right direction. Paul’s policy platform focuses on three key areas: Growth, Prosperity, & Security.
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Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 06:00 PM
Oskar Scot's in Caledonia, MICitizens for Local Choice
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Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 09:00 AM · $49.00 USD
Sunnybrook Country Club in Grandville, MIParliamentary Procedure Training Workshop
Attend the BEST General Parliamentary Procedures Workshop this April 13, 2024.
Learn from Julie Pioch, a Professional Registered Parliamentarian credentialed
by the National Association of Parliamentarians.
Discover General Parliamentary Procedures which are growing in popularity all over the country.
It will be a fun time and an opportunity to develop friendships with Precinct Delegates and fellow Republicans.
Sign Up TODAY as capacity is limited to 65 participants.
$49.00 if registered by April 11, 2024.
$59.00 for late & on-site registrations on April 12-13, 2024.
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Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Byron Center Township Library in Byron Center, MIFreedom Story Hour: Why America Matters
Bring the kiddos and enjoy time with like-minded parents as we read a great book by Dr. Ben Carson, "Why America Matters." Carson's book introduces the reader to the value of America and our founding.
We will also have snacks and accompanying activities for the kids! Be sure to RSVP so we can prepare accordingly.
Hope to see you there!
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Monday, April 29, 2024 at 06:30 PM
KC Event Center in Wyoming, MIMonthly Executive Committee Meeting
Join us for the Monthly Executive Committee. Republican Precinct Delegates are encouraged to attend.
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Monday, May 27, 2024 at 06:30 PM
TBDMonthly Executive Committee Meeting
Join us for the Monthly Executive Committee. Republican Precinct Delegates are encouraged to attend.
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Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 06:00 PM · 1 rsvp
To Be Determined including Event TimeBig Swing Spring Gala featuring Lakeshore Big Band
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Prepare for one of the biggest and most fun events of the year! Imagine flood lights with classic cars and doormen at the entrance; amazing plated dinner, drinks, games and dancing; waitresses and female guests dressed like flappers and men in tuxedos or zoot suits; a 17-piece Big Band that performs tunes dating from the early days of jazz to present day, including great hits from the big band era by Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Guy Lombardo, Count Basie and more!
Tickets go on sale soon.
Please RSVP to show your interest in this event.