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SUMMARY:Put the Pub in Republican
DESCRIPTION:A casual GOP social hour — this month with conversations with candidates running for the TCAPS school board\, plus special updates from local door knockers. \n\n\n\nJoin fellow Grand Traverse County Republicans on the third Tuesday of every month for good food\, good company\, and a chance to support a local downtown business. On October 20\, school board candidates will be on hand for conversation\, and door knockers will share what they are hearing on the doors ahead of Election Day. \n\n\n\nWhen: Third Tuesday of each month\, 5:30–7:30 p.m.This month: October 20Next: November 17 \n\n\n\nLook for the large table toward the back of the room. \n\n\n\nNo cover charge. Order off the menu — food and drinks are on you.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/put-the-pub-in-republican-102026/
LOCATION:Tacos & Tequila TC\, 123 W Front St #1b\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:Super Chase Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Turning Point Action Super Chase Michigan — a ballot chasing and get-out-the-vote event. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a rally and a day of voter outreach to help Take Back Michigan. Bring friends and family. \n\n\n\nSign up at tpaction.com/michigan
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/super-chase-michigan-101726/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000
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SUMMARY:Coming Together for Life — GOTV Night with Sen. John Damoose
DESCRIPTION:Grand Traverse County Republican Party invites Grand Traverse Area Right to Life to a Get Out The Vote evening. \n\n\n\nFeatured speaker: Senator John DamooseGuest: Grand Traverse Area Right to Life\, a nonpartisan organization united to protect the precious gift of human life. \n\n\n\nPie and coffee will be served. Free to attend. Everyone is welcome. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call or text (231) 633-2913 or email info@gtgop.org.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/coming-together-for-life-gotv-night-with-sen-john-damoose/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000
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SUMMARY:Debate Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Debate watch party for the U.S. Senate debate. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:15 p.m. The debate begins at 7:00 p.m. Free food and drink. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it in person? Watch live on WOOD TV8’s website or YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nRSVP required: creston@rogersforsenate.com
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/debate-watch-party/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rogers for Senate":MAILTO:creston@rogersforsenate.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T193000
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SUMMARY:Kingsley Board of Education Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to a public forum for candidates for the Kingsley School Board of Education taking place at Kingsley Branch Library using the League of Women Voters candidate forum format. \n\n\n\nThis event is presented to give citizens of this area an opportunity to hear and see the candidates\, to learn about their qualifications for this public office\, and their reasons for seeking it. Candidates will have the opportunity to explain to the public how they would deal with the issues facing Kingsley Area Schools. The event will be moderated by Kingsley Branch Library manager Amy Monette.  \n\n\n\nThere are five candidates running for school board: Josh Green\, Sydney Drabek\, Matthew Howard\, Carl Rocheleau\, and Anthony Temple. \n\n\n\nFor more information contact: Kingsley Branch Library at 231-263-5484
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/kingsley-board-of-education-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Kingsley Branch Library\, 213 S Brownson Ave\, Kingsley\, Michigan\, 49649\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000
DTSTAMP:20260929T194012Z
CREATED:20260902T032224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T194012Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with General Michael Flynn (Marion\, MI)
DESCRIPTION:Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn (Ret.) speaks at a breakfast gathering in Marion\, Michigan\, on issues affecting America’s family farm communities. Doors and breakfast at 7:30 AM. \n\n\n\nTo attend\, contact the hosts directly: Bernadette Smith at (616) 375-7080 or Craig Pollington at (231) 429-8336. \n\n\n\nThis event is organized independently and is listed here as a courtesy to Grand Traverse County Republicans. It is not hosted\, sponsored or endorsed by the Grand Traverse County Republican Party.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/breakfast-with-general-michael-flynn-marion-mi/
LOCATION:Olde Mill Venue\, 314 N Mill Street\, Marion\, MI\, 49665\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Veterans Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Second Annual Veterans Appreciation Day\nSaturday\, September 26\, 3:00–5:00 p.m.\nGTGOP Action Center\n1744 S. Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI 49686 \nAn afternoon honoring the men and women who have served this country — those we have lost\, and those who still serve — as we mark America’s 250th. Join Doug Lloyd and others to say thank you. A free flag for everyone\, a gift for every veteran\, and a taco meal and beverages for all. Leave your wallet at home. Everyone is welcome. \nThis event is paid for and sponsored by Friends of Up North PAC\, Bergman for Congress\, John Damoose for State Senate\, and John Roth for State Rep. \nPaid for by Friends of Up North\, P.O. Box 101\, Waters\, MI 49797; Bergman for Congress\, 3585 Bunker Hill Rd. #434\, Acme\, MI 49610; John Damoose for State Senate\, P.O. Box 95\, Harbor Springs\, MI 49740; and John Roth for State Rep Committee\, P.O. Box 5258\, Traverse City\, MI 49696. Authorized by Congressman Jack Bergman\, Sen. John Damoose\, and Rep. John Roth. Paid for with regulated funds.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/second-annual-veterans-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
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CREATED:20260911T231809Z
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with Casandra Morse-Bills\, Candidate for Michigan Supreme Court
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the GTGOP Action Center to meet Casandra Morse-Bills\, Republican nominee for the Michigan Supreme Court. Light refreshments will be served. Casandra welcomes your questions and looks forward to meeting you. \n\n\n\nQuestions: Michelle Davis\, (231) 943-4870\nmorsebillsforjustice.com
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/meet-greet-casandra-morse-bills-candidate-for-michigan-supreme-court/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:Fall Festival & Precinct Delegate Rally
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon for Grand Traverse County precinct delegates and supporters. Learn what the precinct delegate role involves and how you can help the GTGOP heading into November 3. Refreshments provided. Free to attend. \n\n\n\nQuestions: Michelle Davis (231) 943-4870\, Marilyn Dear (231) 642-8708\, Sue Welton (231) 342-8696\, or Karen Busch (231) 818-2902.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/fall-festival-precinct-delegate-rally/
LOCATION:Silver Lake Recreation Area\, 1785 N East Silver Lake Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T200000
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SUMMARY:LWVGTA: Local Proposal Information Session
DESCRIPTION: Let‘s Learn Together About the Local Ballot Proposals for November 2026 \n\n\n\nThe proposals under consideration for the November election include Grand Traverse 911 funding\, Grand Traverse County Trails Millage\, the Grand Traverse Conservation District millage renewal\, BATA millage and the downtown Traverse City TIF plan. The evening will include the opportunity to ask questions of representatives from these taxing jurisdictions. \n\n\n\nThis is not a debate or a forum featuring opposing viewpoints. Instead\, each ballot proposal will be explained in clear\, factual terms\, including what it would do\, its expected costs and benefits\, and how it could affect a homeowner’s tax bill. A question-and-answer session will follow each presentation. Questions may be submitted in advance to info@lwvgta.org or in writing during the event. \n\n\n\nWe will also present information on how to better understand your property tax bills and the voting process. \n\n\n\nClick here for more information on the ballot proposals \n\n\n\nSend questions to info@lwvgta.org \n\n\n\nThis event is organized independently and is listed here as a courtesy to Grand Traverse County Republicans. It is not hosted\, sponsored or endorsed by the Grand Traverse County Republican Party.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/lwvgta-local-proposal-information-session/
LOCATION:City Opera House\, 106 E Front St\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T173000
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UID:3309-1789493400-1789500600@gtgop.org
SUMMARY:Put the Pub in Republican
DESCRIPTION:A casual GOP social hour \n\n\n\nJoin fellow Grand Traverse County Republicans on the third Tuesday of every month for good food\, good company\, and a chance to support a local downtown business. \n\n\n\nWhen: Third Tuesday of each month\, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Upcoming: October 20\, and November 17 \n\n\n\nLook for the large table toward the back of the room. \n\n\n\nNo cover charge. Order off the menu — food and drinks are on you.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/put-the-pub-in-republican-091526/
LOCATION:Tacos & Tequila TC\, 123 W Front St #1b\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T201041Z
CREATED:20260908T131048Z
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UID:3274-1789214400-1789218000@gtgop.org
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Special Visit from John James
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Grand Traverse GOP Action Center for Super Saturday\, featuring a special visit from John James. \n\n\n\nRSVP to Amanda at amanda@johnjamesmi.com. \n\n\n\nJohn James is the Republican nominee for Governor of Michigan and currently represents Michigan’s 10th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. The general election is Tuesday\, November 3\, 2026.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/super-saturday-special-visit-from-john-james/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTSTAMP:20260929T200730Z
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SUMMARY:Special Guest Speaker: Michael D. LaFaive — Evening Session
DESCRIPTION:Michigan’s Budget\, Your Money: An Open Conversation \n\n\n\nFor thirty years\, Michael D. LaFaive has followed Michigan’s tax dollars — through corporate subsidy deals\, state budgets and economic development programs — and reported back on what taxpayers actually get for them. His research helped bring an end to Michigan’s MEGA tax credit program\, and reporters have called on him more than 1\,300 times in the past decade. \n\n\n\nMr. LaFaive is Senior Director of the Morey Fiscal Policy Initiative at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He joins us for an open conversation on Michigan’s budget\, taxes and economic development spending\, followed by audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nThe same presentation is offered at 10:00 AM and again at 6:00 PM — attend whichever session fits your schedule. Free and open to the public. Bring your questions.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/special-guest-speaker-michael-d-lafaive-evening-session/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T200720Z
CREATED:20260902T032220Z
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SUMMARY:Special Guest Speaker: Michael D. LaFaive — Morning Session
DESCRIPTION:Michigan’s Budget\, Your Money: An Open Conversation \n\n\n\nFor thirty years\, Michael D. LaFaive has followed Michigan’s tax dollars — through corporate subsidy deals\, state budgets and economic development programs — and reported back on what taxpayers actually get for them. His research helped bring an end to Michigan’s MEGA tax credit program\, and reporters have called on him more than 1\,300 times in the past decade. \n\n\n\nMr. LaFaive is Senior Director of the Morey Fiscal Policy Initiative at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He joins us for an open conversation on Michigan’s budget\, taxes and economic development spending\, followed by audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nThe same presentation is offered at 10:00 AM and again at 6:00 PM — attend whichever session fits your schedule. Free and open to the public. Bring your questions.
URL:https://gtgop.org/event/special-guest-speaker-michael-d-lafaive-morning-session/
LOCATION:GTGOP Action Center\, 1744 S Garfield Ave.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Traverse County Republican Party":MAILTO:info@gtgop.org
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