When: The annual Democratic Unity Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 22, 2010 from 2:30 - 6:00 PM. The food buffet begins at 3:15 and the introduction of candidates starts at 4:15.

Where: The picnic will be held at the Butler Township Park, 468 South Duffy Road, Butler, PA. The picnic will be held in an enclosed building and will take place rain or shine. There are a kid's playground, horseshoes and basketball.

Tickets: If purchased in advance, tickets cost $7.00 each or two tickets for $12.00. Children under 12 are free. Tickets will cost $8.00 at the door. Please RSVP by August 14th to Pat Kriess at (724) 283-9461 or Jim Eckstein at (724) 482-4636. Checks can be made out to "Butler County Democratic Committee".

Buffet Meal: includes 2 meats, bountiful side dishes, dessert, refreshments, and beer.

Features: Guest Speakers, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Basket Auction

The Candidates:

Federal Races: Congressman, Admiral Joe Sestak for U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative Kathy Dahlkemper for U.S. Representative (3rd District), U.S. Representative Jason Altmire for U.S. Representative (4th District)

State Races: Allegheny County Chief Executive Dan Onarato for PA Governor, Congressman H. Scott Conklin for PA Lt. Governor, Dan Demarco for PA Representative (40th District), PA Rep. Jaret Gibbons for PA Representative (10th District), Zach Byrnes for PA Representative (12th District)

BCDC is sponsoring this event to give our candidates a platform to express their views and enlist grass roots support for their campaigns. This event is a family oriented unity rally to increase participation in our democratic proces. You are encouraged to bring friends, neighbors, and family members. See you there!

DEMOCRATS - ALWAYS WORKING TO MAKE YOUR FUTURE BETTER!