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This Summer, Make Your Voice Heard: Connect with Legislators at Local Events

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This Summer, Make Your Voice Heard: Connect with Legislators at Local Events

Summer presents a unique opportunity for physicians interested in advocacy to engage directly with their elected officials while legislators are home in their districts. During this recess period, lawmakers often host a variety of public events such as coffee hours, town halls, and even fundraisers to connect with their constituents. These informal settings offer a more relaxed and accessible environment for physicians to introduce themselves, share their experiences from the front lines of health care, and express support or concerns about specific policies affecting patients and the medical profession.

By attending these events, physicians can begin to build meaningful, long-term relationships with policymakers that can shape legislative priorities and inform decision-making. Lawmakers value firsthand perspectives from trusted community voices, especially when it comes to complex issues like health care. A physician who takes the time to show up and engage becomes a known and credible resource. Over time, this connection can open doors to deeper advocacy opportunities, such as being consulted on legislation, invited to testify on key issues, or asked to participate in advisory groups. Simply put, showing up over the summer is a strategic investment in both professional advocacy and better policy outcomes.

You can find your legislators’ website and sign up to receive their newsletters here.

Upcoming Community Events

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8

  • Senator Stephanie Chang (D) Community Conversation with Councilmember Gabriela Santiago-Romero
    2:00 to 3:00 p.m.Avalon on Canfield 441 W Canfield St. Detroit, 48201
  • Representative Joey Andrews (D) Community Conversation 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
    314 Broadway St, South Haven, MI, United States, Michigan

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19

  • Senator Veronica Klinefelt (D) Coffee Hour 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
    Clinton-Macomb Public Library : 35679 Southbound Gratiot Ave, Clinton Township, MI 48035 

Upcoming Fundraisers

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15

  • Senator Mark Huizenga (R) Grand Rapids Event 5:00 p.m.
    Millenium Park; 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Walker, MI 49534
  • Representative Mike Hoadley (R) Hosts Hotdogs and Hot Rods 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
    Iron’s Park; Large Pavillion, West Branch, MI

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16

  • Representative Brian BeGole’s (R) Owosso to Alma Murder Mystery Train Ride 10:15 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Ticket $100 or $150       

MONDAY, AUGUST 18

  • Senator Kevin Hertel(D)  Evening Reception 
    Grosse Pointe Farms; 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    Location shared upon RSVP
    Ticket $50 - Sponsorships Available $100/$250/$500/$1,000/$2,450
  • Representative Joe Aragona’s (R) Leadership Event 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
    Italian American Cultural Center; 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp
    Ticket $100 - Sponsorships available $500/$1,000/$2,500
  • Representative Jamie Thompson (R) Evening Reception 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
    Salute Special Event’s; 26123 Huron River Drive, Flat Rock, MI 48134
    $100 per Ticket or $150 Per Couple - Sponsorships available $250/$500/$1,000/$1,225

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19

  • Senator John Damoose (R) Reception 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
    Library at Birchwood Farms Country Club – 600 Birchwood Dr, Harbor Springs, MI
    Ticket/$75 - Couple $100 - Sponsorships available $500

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21

  • Representative Jerry Neyer (R) Family Fun Event 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
    Neyer Family Farm; 1455 East Walton Rd., Sheppard, MI 48933

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22

  • Representative Steve Frisbie (R) Evening Fundraiser 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
    Home of Kathy-Sue and Terry Vette on Country Club Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015
  • Representative Kathy Schmaltz (R) Invites you at the Top of the Falls 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
    Cascade falls at the Sparks Foundation County Park, 1401S. BrownStreet, Jackson MI
    Details forthcoming

SUNDAY, AUGUST 24

  • Representative Karl Bohnak (R) Cocktail Reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
    Island Casino & Resort; W 399 US-2, Harris, MI 49845
    Ticket/$250 - Sponsorships available $500/$750/$1,000

MONDAY, AUGUST 25

  • Senator Ed McBroom (R) UP Breakfast Reception
    Island Casino & Resort; W 399 US-2, Harris, MI 49845
    Details to follow

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27

  • SRCC Annual Oakland County Reception 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
    Location provided upon RSVP
    Ticket/$1,000 - Sponsorships available $5,000/$7,500,$15,000/$30,000/$48,875
    RSVP Aaron Laatsch: Aaron@templarbaker.com 517.604.1071 

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28

  • Senator Dayna Polehanki (D) 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
    Location Shared Upon RSVP, Livonia
    Ticket - $50 Available Sponsorships - $100/$250/$500/$1,000
    RSVP to actblue.com/donate/tacos2025