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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Friday, May 03, 2024 at 10:00 AM · 14 rsvps
Eastern Avenue Hall in Grand Rapids, MIMay 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
Jeff Vega, Propósito Michigan Founder
Jeff Vega wears many hats. He is a rancher, Political consultant, Community activist. He is a real shepherd, where he raises sheep in Livingston County. As a consultant, he will tell you that you are only as good as your last elect cycle. He was the only person to flip a democrat seat in 2022. Seeing a need to turn around the blue wave. The opportunity was in the Hispanic community.
In 2023 he founded a Hispanic organization called Propósito. In Spanish means purpose. With the purpose of getting the community involve in the political culture. Knowing as a people they share our republican platform. Today there is over a 100 activist across Michigan. With small groups meeting on a monthly bases. He has also recruited candidates to run for office.
Keynote Speaker
Sandy Pensler, Republican Candidate for Senate
Sandy Pensler was born and raised in Detroit.
Sandy earned a B.A. in Chemical Engineering, a B.A. in Economics and an M.A. in Economics from Yale and he received his law degree from Harvard.
As an educator, Sandy taught several economic courses at Yale and Harvard.
He served as a clerk at the 5th Circuit (U.S. Court of Appeals) before entering the business world where he became a private investor and financial advisor to some of the largest corporations in America.
Sandy Pensler put his teachings and experience into practice by founding Pensler Capital, starting numerous businesses and currently owning and operating four manufacturing plants, including the Korex Corporation plant in Wixom, which provides over 150 jobs to Michigan.
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Thursday, May 09, 2024 at 06:00 PM · 13 rsvps
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante in Belmont, MIPizza and Politics
Grab a free slice of pizza 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:
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! -
Monday, May 13, 2024 at 06:30 PM
Marge's Donut Den in Wyoming, MIGrassroots Outreach May Meeting
You are invited to this month's Grassroots Outreach meeting hosted by the KCGOP Grassroots committee on Monday, May 13, 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at:
Marge's Donut Den
1751 28th St SW
Wyoming, MI 49519If you are interested in expanding the party base and reaching more conservative Republicans so we can win elections in November, you are welcome to attend. If you have a friend or neighbor that is interested in learning more about the local Republican party, please invite them as well. Going forward, we are anticipating holding one or more Grassroots Outreach meetings per month.
Hope to see you there!
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Monday, May 20, 2024 at 06:30 PM
Marge's Donut Den in Wyoming, MIGrassroots Training May Meeting
You are invited to the first monthly Grassroots Training session being held by the KCGOP Grassroots committee on Monday, May 20, 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at:
Marge's Donut Den
1751 28th St SW
Wyoming, MI 49519We especially encourage those who are running as a Precinct Delegate that are interested in expanding the party base, and reaching more conservative Republicans so we can win elections in November, to attend.
Our goal is to fill all PD positions and have 10 volunteers in each precinct. If you have a friend or neighbor that is interested in volunteering, please invite them as well.
Hope to see you there!
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Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 05:00 PM · $125.00 USD · 10 rsvps
Eastern Avenue Hall in Grand Rapids , MIBig Swing Spring Gala featuring The Jazz Time Group
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Prepare for one of the biggest and most fun events of the year! Imagine classic cars and doormen at the entrance; amazing dinner buffet, drinks, games and dancing; waitresses and female guests dressed like flappers and men in tuxedos or zoot suits; an incredible 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!
Join us at the Eastern Avenue Hall, 506 Eastern Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 at 5 pm for hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm.
Funds raised at this event will primarily be used to strengthen our conservative Republican majority on the Kent County Commission and help flip the Michigan House of Representatives back to a Republican majority!
Tickets are $125 single and $200 couple.