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Jun
25
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
Jun 25 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center

Join us for our monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month. We discuss township politics, election events, candidates, as well as committee initiatives. These meetings are open to the public.

Hybrid meetings starting in February 2023. 40 people allowed in person. Zoom for attendees beyond that. Details coming soon.

Jun
27
Thu
2024
Marisela Villegas Fundraiser @ Brother Chimp Brewing
Jun 27 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Marisela Villegas Fundraiser @ Brother Chimp Brewing

Fundraiser to Support Marisela Villegas for Kane County Recorder

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Jul
3
Wed
2024
KCDW Meeting @ Oak Street Restaurant
Jul 3 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join the Kane County Democratic Women on the first Wednesday of every month for their general meetings. Every month’s meeting is either at Carmina’s Restaurant at 1055 N Randall Rd. Elgin or Oak Street Restaurant at 945 Oak St. North Aurora.

Jul
8
Mon
2024
Dundee Township Dems Meeting @ Emmett's Brewing
Jul 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join the Dundee Democrats on the 2nd Monday of every month for their township meetings.

The 2nd Monday of the Month upstairs at Emmett’s Brewing, 128 West Main Street, West Dundee, Illinois 60118 at 7 PM.
Jul
17
Wed
2024
Kane County Fair @ Kane County Fairgrounds
Jul 17 – Jul 21 all-day
Kane County Fair @ Kane County Fairgrounds

Stop by and say “hello” to the Kane County Democrats at this year’s Kane County fair! We’ll have a booth set up out doors and are always looking for volunteers as well!

Volunteers needed at the Kane County Democrats Booth.

Talk to your township chair to sign up!

  • July 11 – setup day starting at 10am
  • Wednesday | Dundee
    7/12, 3pm-11pm
  • Thursday | Elgin
    7/13, 3pm-11pm
  • Friday | Batavia
    7/14, Noon-Midnight
  • Saturday | Aurora
    7/15, Noon-Midnight
  • Sunday | Saint Charles
    7/16, Noon-10pm

Midway Hours of Operation

  • Wednesday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Thursday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
  • Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
  • Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Jul
20
Sat
2024
KCDW Hosts Immigration 101: A Path Forward in Illinois and Why it Matters @ Geneva Public Library District
Jul 20 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am

kcdw hosts immigration 101

PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Carolyn Bird Salazar, Chair, kcdw@kcdwomen.com
Kane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Immigration 101: A Path Forward in Illinois and Why It Matters”

ST. CHARLES, June 28, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Immigration 101: A Path Forward in Illinois and Why It Matters” on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S. 7th St., Geneva, IL. The purpose of the forum is to bring the community together to learn from experts about the laws & policies that make up our immigration system, its history, and the current challenges and opportunities. The panel consists of a moderator and 4 speakers.

  • Moderator: Dr. Sandy López, Director of the Undocumented Student Resource Center at NIU and a board member of the IL Latino Council on Higher Education.
  • Marlén Romero Garcia, Esq. Immigration attorney for the YMCA in Elgin. Marlén’s passion is assisting immigrants as they traverse our immigration system.
  • Dianha Ortega-Ehreth, Executive Director of Centro de Información. Centro provides immigration services and community resources, including food assistance.
  • Maya Piña, Director at Casa Michoacan Elgin, a bi-national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the welfare and empowerment of the Latinx community.
  • Farah Chalisa, Esq. Chicago attorney who handles employment discrimination and human rights litigation. She volunteers as the legal advisor for Empowering Women.

The forum is free and open to the public. Questions regarding the Women & Power Speaker Series or the Kane County Democratic Women can be sent to KCDW Chair, Carolyn Bird Salazar at kcdw@kcdwomen.com

ABOUT THE KANE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: The mission of the KCDW is to harness the political power of Democratic women to create positive social change through engagement, education, and empowerment. Meetings are open to the public and held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. They alternate between Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora and Carmina’s Restaurant in Elgin.

Virtual Coffeehouse with Rep. Hirschauer @ Online
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Once a month on Saturdays from 10-11am, join Rep Hirschauer to hear what has been going on in Springfield, in her office, and in the 49th District. She’ll answer questions and learn about the issues that are most important to you.

Jul
23
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center

Join us for our monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month. We discuss township politics, election events, candidates, as well as committee initiatives. These meetings are open to the public.

Hybrid meetings starting in February 2023. 40 people allowed in person. Zoom for attendees beyond that. Details coming soon.

Jul
24
Wed
2024
Candidate Action Committee | Meet and Greet the Candidates @ Oak Street Restaurant
Jul 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Bring a friend and come to a meet and greet the KCDW Member Candidates running in November. We’ll be gathering at the Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora. Here’s your opportunity to be informed prior to casting a ballot in November.

Jul
25
Thu
2024
Trivia Night Fundraiser for Ricky Rivard for County Board @ Aurelio’s Pizza
Jul 25 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Trivia Night Fundraiser for Ricky Rivard for County Board @ Aurelio’s Pizza

Put your knowledge to the test and flex your mental muscles at our Trivia Night Fundraiser for Ricky Rivard for County Board!

Join us for an evening of friendly competition, laughter, and brain teasers on July 25th at 5 pm at Aurelio’s Pizza in Geneva. Gather your smartest friends and form a team to battle it out for trivia glory!

Here’s what awaits:

  • Family-friendly night of fun
  • Rounds of challenging trivia across a variety of topics
  • Pizza and drinks included
  • Prizes for the top teams and most creative team name

So, mark your calendars and get ready to prove you’re the smartest team in Kane County!

Tickets: $25 per person (team discounts available!)

Get your tickets now at VoteRicky.com or by following the link below.

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/trivia12

Sponsorships include a table for a team for the event and special recognition 

Don’t miss out on this fun and rewarding event!