Penn Dems Fundraising Event

From the inbox:

The University of Pennsylvania Democrats are thrilled to invite you to attend our annual fundraising gala, the Penn Democrats Spring Soiree. The event will occur from 4:30 – 6:30 PM on Monday, April 28, 2008 in the Hall of Flags in the University of Pennsylvania’s historic Houston Hall (3417 Spruce Street) in Philadelphia.

As a partisan organization, the Penn Democrats do not receive funding from the University of Pennsylvania. Despite a lack of institutional support, we are one of the largest and most active college Democratic associations in the country. As such, our annual fundraising event is extremely important to our organization and is the major resource for our support of campaigns throughout the year.

In the past, successful Penn Democrats fundraisers have allowed us to definitively aid local, regional, and national Democratic candidates. For example, we were able to knock on over 15,000 doors and contact thousands through mail and phone in order to ensure victory for Patrick Murphy (PA-8) in one of the nation’s most competitive House races.

For only a $10 donation, friends of the Penn Democrats will ensure the continued success of the Penn Democrats and enjoy a party with the best of the Party. Our cocktail-attire event will include a keynote speech from Congressman Murphy, light appetizers and desserts, musical entertainment, a silent auction, great networking opportunities, and a screening of a short youth voting documentary, 18 in ‘08. This year’s soiree promises to be an unforgettable time.

I've been to some of the Penn Dems events and they throw a good party. Not sure what cocktail-attire means, perhaps the good sneakers.