Donate Items or Services to the Truman Dinner Silent Auction
Where do all the interesting Silent Auction items come from every year? They all come from dedicated Kane County Democrats just like you! You can begin to bring your items for the Truman Dinner’s Silent Auction today through March 8th. What donation items would we like to see? Click here for a list of some ideas of what you could donate. This list is just a start. Feel free to surprise us with something amazing! Please bring them to the Kane Democrats office at 473 Dunham Suite #102 in St. Charles 10:00-2:00 Monday-Friday. If you are only available to bring items on weekends your items may be brought to the home of Deb Fisher, 2091 School House Lane in Aurora.
Richard Chew | Featured Speaker
As a long-time Chicago Guy, Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan (Union Pier). He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of The United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a “ready to go” item. He and his wife Anne love the City and Suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness. The new show ChewViews will focus on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and to make sure we don’t just save our democracy in 2024, but also help to create a roadmap for all Progressives to be more regularly involved in their political and social destinies. Chews Views will be intellectual and focus on positive talk and solutions…but don’t get it “Twisted”…we may bring some “smashmouth dialogue” to the program just to make sure you are awake, not just “woke” Monday through Friday 6-8AM! Looking forward to the Mornings on WCPT- AM820! Download the Flyer and Ticket Order Sheet Like and Share on Facebook Order Tickets on ActBlueConfirmed Speakers
- Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza
- Illinois Senate President Don Harmon
- Representative Bill Foster
- Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi
- Representative Lauren Underwood
Please join the DPI Team and seasoned election attorney Ed Mullen for a voter protection training. This training will cover what issues to pay attention to on Election Day and how you should report those issues, with an opportunity to ask any questions.
If you have any questions or concerns ahead of time, please contact our team at voterpro@ildems.com.
March 21, 2024
5pm to 7pm
Orchard Valley Restaurant
2411 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
Sponsorship Levels
- Brass:$100
- Bronze:$250
- Copper: $500
- Silver: $1000
- Gold: $2500
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Barreiro For Circuit Clerk
795 Bluebonnet Court
Aurora, IL 60505-1063
Paid for by Barreiro for Circuit Clerk. A copy of our report filed with the state board of election is (or will be) available for the boards official website (https://www.elections.il.gov) or for the purchase from the state board of elections, Springfield, IL.
Join the Elgin Township Democrats for an evening of food, drink & fun to support Democrats in the upcoming General Election.
Ticket includes Dinner and one complementary drink ticket (Domestic Beer, Wine, or Soft drink).
March 24, 2024
5-8pm
Stanley’s Ale House and Restaurant
335 N. McLean Blvd, South Elgin, IL
$50 per person
$80 per couple
Purchase tickets at:
ElginDems.org/Donate
Or
Mail check to:
Elgin Township Democrats
335 S. Commonwealth Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
Political donations are not deductible for income tax purposes. Reports regarding all donations requested will be available from the Illinois State Board of Elections in Springfield, Illinois.
Let’s knock it out of the park this November! Wear your favorite jersey and join in the fun for some lively, laid back politics with a glass of bubbly. Proceeds benefit the work of the KCDW and to help elect member candidates.
Penrose Brewing
509 Stevens St.
Geneva, IL
Thursday, April 11, 2024
5:00-8:00pm
Tickets: $60.00 per person
Raffle 50/50 tickets: $10.00 (purchase at the door).
*Ticket includes dinner & drink ticket for beer or wine.
Sponsorships Available:
- ROOKIE: $250
- MVP: $500
- HALL OF FAME: $1000
Congressman Krishnamoorthi hosts a town hall to discuss climate change with meteorologist extraordinaire Tom Skilling.
On Monday at 12:15 CDT, I will host a town hall with legendary former WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling. Tom, recently retired from his post at WGN-TV, will join me to discuss climate change, its effect on severe weather patterns in Chicagoland and nationwide, and the path forward for concerned citizens. Following remarks from Tom and I, the audience will have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A period. You can RSVP for my town hall here. I look forward to seeing you there.
Save the dates for this important informational and free event sponsored by Kane County Democratic Women. Click on the links for more information about this forum.
Kane County Democratic Women “Women & Power Speakers Series” Hosts A Panel Discussion Entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System.”
ST. CHARLES, March 15, 2024 – The Kane County Democratic Women (KCDW) will host a forum entitled “Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System” on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 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 about the unique roles and perspectives that women bring to different roles in the justice system, obstacles and challenges (past and present) on the path to those positions, and implementation of changes to remove obstacles. The panel consists of a moderator and 4 speakers.
- Moderator: Judge Julio Valdez, Circuit Judge for the Kane County 16th Judicial District. Judge Valdez was honored in 2023 by the Judges Pro Bono Committee for giving a voice to the underrepresented in the community throughout his career as a lawyer and judge.
- Judge Sandra Parga, Kane County Associate Judge. Judge Parga practiced civil, criminal, and family law for 23 years before becoming an associate judge in the Juvenile Justice Court. Judge Parga is bilingual and serves on the Language Access and Judicial Education Committees.
- Dr. Alexandra Tsang, Psy.D., Chief Psychologist/Director, Kane County Diagnostic Center. Dr. Tsang has conducted numerous assessments for the courts, school districts, and police departments. She has also helped to establish programs for juveniles in detention.
- Jamie Mosser, Kane County State’s Attorney. Jamie has served as head of the Domestic Violence Unit where she prosecuted misdemeanor and felony crimes. She also worked in Drug Rehabilitative Court. In 2020, she was elected to the state’s attorney position.
- Amy Johnson, Undersheriff for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. Amy has had many duties at the sheriff’s office, including investigator/detective, field training officer, and juvenile officer. She is a member of the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force as a crime scene investigator.
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 chair@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.
Special Guest Speaker
- Kane Dems Chair & Pres. IDCCA Mark Guethle
Additional Speakers
- Guest Speaker: State Rep Suzanne Ness
- State Senator Cristina Castro
- US Representative: Raja Krishnamoorthi
- Kane Co Chair Corinne Pierog
- State Rep Anna Moeller
- States Atty Jamie Mosser
- Circuit Clerk Theresa Barreiro
Also meet other invited office holders and candidates running for office:
- Maria Peterson – Candidate State rep 52
- Penny Wegman – Kane Co. Auditor
- Monica Silva – Kane Board and candidate for Coroner
- Julio Caezar Valdez – Judge
- Jarett Sanchez – Kane Co. Board 24
Sponsorships Available
- BRONZE SPONSOR $600*
- SILVER SPONSOR $1000**
- GOLD SPONSOR $2500***
*Reserves a table of 8
**Reserves a table of 8 and an Announcement ***Reserves a table of 8 and our eternal gratitude!
Tickets are $75 / guest Admission includes complete dinner, dessert, coffee and soft drinks.
Cash Bar
RSVP or Volunteer to help call Chris Kious 630 248-1369 or Michelle Wright 847 343-5043
Email: organize@dundeedems.com
Checks Payable to Dundee Township Dems 1113 Crane Dr., Sleepy Hollow, IL 60118
Support Penny Wegman for Kane County Auditor
Tickets $40
Sponsorships
Silver: $250
Gold: $500
Platinum: $1,000
Buy Tickets at pennywegman.com
Contributions payable to:
Friends of Penny Wegman
724 Augusta Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Help Ted knock it out the park Thursday, Apr. 25, 5:30-7:30pm!
Support Ted Penesis in his run for Kane County Board:
11 Douglas Ave, 2nd Floor, Elgin, IL 60120
You’re cordially invited to a fun evening with hors d’oeuvres and drinks at a fundraiser for County Board Candidate Ted Penesis hosted by Bob and Ketki Steffen!
To attend, please choose funding level below and mail your check to: Ted for County Board, 7N984 Woodcliff Dr, South Elgin, IL 60177
or donate online at secure.actblue.com/donate/TedElgin
Questions? Email TedforCountyBoard@gmail.com or call Beth 847-340-5829.
SINGLE: $50
DOUBLE: $100
TRIPLE: $250
HOME RUN: $500
GRAND SLAM: $1,000
