U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge will go to the inauguration with his family.

The Lillington Democrat plans to attend the swearing-in ceremony for President-elect Barack Obama with his wife, Faye; son, Brian; and daughter-in-law Meredith.

Afterward, the family will watch the inaugural parade. 

He also plans to attend the North Carolina Society's inaugural ball Monday night and the Southern Ball Tuesday night.

Previously: Rep. Brad Miller's and Sen. Kay Hagan's plans. 

U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge is holding a fundraiser tonight.

The Lillington Democrat will meet with supporters at 5:30 p.m. at The Mint, a lavish, city-subsidized restaurant on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh.

The Mint's slogan — "A restaurant so grand they keep it in a vault." — is printed on the invitations.

Tickets to the event range from $100 for a guest to $2,300 for a gold sponsorship. 

The reception is hosted by Etheridge's wife, Faye.

Hat Tip: Sunlight Foundation