Get Involved in the Democratic Party of Kane County

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Mar
6
Wed
2024
KCDW Meeting @ Oak Street Restaurant
Mar 6 @ 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.

Mar
10
Sun
2024
Truman Dinner 2024 @ The Q Center
Mar 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Kane County Democrats invite you to the 2024 Kane County Truman Dinner. March 10, 2024 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Q Center 1405 N. 5th Avenue St. Charles, IL Cost: $130

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

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 ActBlue

Confirmed Speakers

  • Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza
  • Illinois Senate President Don Harmon
  • Representative Bill Foster
  • Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi
  • Representative Lauren Underwood
Mar
11
Mon
2024
Dundee Township Dems Meeting @ Emmett's Brewing
Mar 11 @ 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.
Mar
16
Sat
2024
Virtual Coffeehouse with Rep. Hirschauer @ Online
Mar 16 @ 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.

Mar
24
Sun
2024
Elgin Township Democrats Victory Party Fundraiser @ Stanley’s Ale House and Restaurant
Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Elgin Township Democrats Victory Party Fundraiser @ Stanley’s Ale House and Restaurant

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.

Apr
3
Wed
2024
KCDW Meeting @ Carmina's Restaurant
Apr 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.

Apr
8
Mon
2024
Dundee Township Dems Meeting @ Emmett's Brewing
Apr 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.
Apr
11
Thu
2024
KCDW Spring Fundraiser | Pitch In For the Home Team @ Penrose Brewing
Apr 11 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
KCDW Spring Fundraiser | Pitch In For the Home Team @ Penrose Brewing

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

Get Your Tickets

Apr
17
Wed
2024
Kane Dems County Convention 2024 @ Building A, Kane County Government Center
Apr 17 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Kane Dems County Convention 2024 @ Building A, Kane County Government Center

The Kane County convention is held every two years following the primary election on even-numbered years. This is when all new PCs are officially elected and can thus elect the Chair and Executive Board members of the Kane County Democrats. This is a weighted vote based on the number of Democratic ballots pulled in your precinct for that primary election. We will have the weighted number once the ballot is certified following the March 19, 2024 election. The scheduled County Convention is a set date required by Illinois state law, which will take place this year on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 730pm.

If you are a newly elected PC for the 2024-2026 term, please email us at info@kanedems.org to ensure that your email is included in our invite. Please note that this is a private event and that only elected and appointed PCs will be allowed in.

Apr
20
Sat
2024
KCDW Forum | Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System @ Geneva Public Library District
Apr 20 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

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

Press Release

Panelists biographies

the impact of women on the justice system


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.