Please join the St. Charles Township Democrats at their Annual Picnic in the Park, which will be held at River Bend Community Park this year. It’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize, meet new people, and mingle with friends—both new and old—in a casual and welcoming environment. Bring the entire family, as the park offers plenty of options for everyone. Food, friends, and fun—it can’t be beaten!
Join the Young Democrats of Kane County at our monthly meeting, held on the fourth Friday of every month.
While most meetings will be in-person, three will be virtual each year. (Meetings in February, July, and December are virtual.)
Email Casey@kaneyoungdems.com for info.
Join the Dundee Democrats on the 2nd Monday of every month for their township meetings.
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.
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.
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.
Join the Young Democrats of Kane County at our monthly meeting, held on the fourth Friday of every month.
While most meetings will be in-person, three will be virtual each year. (Meetings in February, July, and December are virtual.)
Email Casey@kaneyoungdems.com for info.
This is a casual social meet up group for left leaning folks.
We’ll be meeting at Geneva Ale House
319 W. State Street, Geneva, IL 60134
This year all of the proceeds will be going to: ELGIN COOPERATIVE MINISTRIES – They run the Soup Kitchens
Inflation hits the poor the hardest and makes their life very difficult. This means that they rely on the Food Banks even more. The BEST WAY to donate is to make a check out to ECM (Elgin Cooperative Ministries) – OR – FFGA (Food for Greater Elgin) – OR – pick up a few extra items while you are at the store. Either way – early donations can be dropped off at the Tepe’s – 2814 Beacon Point Cir.
!!! WHAT THEY NEED MOST !!!
1st – MONEY – MAKE CHECKS OUT TO “ECM”
2nd – Pop top/easy open foods are best for homeless individuals
CANNED MEAT MEALS: BEEF STEW, CHILI, RAVIOLI, SPAM, CHICKEN
SPAGHETTI NOODLES 1# BAGS
TUNA – CAN OR POUCH; WHITE RICE 1# BAG/BOX
Canned fruit; Cereal/oatmeal (small packets)
Peanut butter; Jelly; Macaroni & cheese – boxed
Pinto beans, dry 1# bags
Saltine crackers; Soup/Ramen noodles
Spaghetti/marinara sauce; Spaghettio-types
AND DIAPERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2024 – 10am – 1pm
COLLECTION LOCATIONS
1 – SETTLERS PARK – On Sutton St West of Long Common
2 – STRATHMANN HOME – 210 Wing Park Blvd
3 – Gail Borden Library
Contact Vern Tepe if you’d like to help:
verntepe@gmail.com or 630-632-9811
!!! AND SPECIAL THANKS TO THOSE THAT HAVE ALREADY DONATED !!!
Join the Dundee Democrats on the 2nd Monday of every month for their township meetings.
