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May
28
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
May 28 @ 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
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.

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.

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.

Aug
27
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
Aug 27 @ 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.

Sep
24
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
Sep 24 @ 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.

Sep
25
Wed
2024
Jamie Mosser | People Not Politics @ Alley 64
Sep 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Jamie Mosser | People Not Politics @ Alley 64

Help keep Kane County safe!

Join Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser, Sheriff Hain and State’s Attorneys and Sheriffs from around the region.

Come on over, hang with our previous State’s Attorney and our current State’s Attorney, Jamie Mosser AND help get her re-elected to serve and improve our county.

(Yes, come learn more about the role they play in our community!)

DeKalb and Kendall County’s State’s Attorneys will be there as well as Kendall County’s Sheriff.

Tickets only $25 Pay at door, use link below and if you can’t make it. Still click the link to make your donation!

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Location:
Alley 64
212 Main St
St. Charles, IL 60174

September 25 – 5:30-7:30pm

Oct
10
Thu
2024
Rally to Protect Reproductive Rights @ Elgin Community College | Seigle Auditorium
Oct 10 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Rally to Protect Reproductive Rights @ Elgin Community College | Seigle Auditorium

Documentary Screening: “No One Asked You”

A film documenting the need for joy in the fight for reproductive rights.

Featured Speaker

  • Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton

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Oct
22
Tue
2024
Hybrid Kane County Democrats Meeting @ Kane County Government Center
Oct 22 @ 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.

Oct
29
Tue
2024
Elgin Community College’s Center for Civic Engagement for VOTE 2024 @ Elgin Community College
Oct 29 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Calling All Students! Your Voice Matters!

Join Elgin Community College’s Center for Civic Engagement for VOTE 2024 and get empowered to be a voice in shaping the future! We’re excited to welcome all students – whether you’re voting this year or just want to learn more about the process.

When:

October 29 & 30, 2024 (Tuesday & Wednesday)

What’s Happening?

Early Voting for Kane County Residents – Lakeside Patio (Outside B Building):
9 AM – 4 PM

Register to vote, cast your ballot, and get all the info you need.

Know Your Ballot Workshops – Alumni Room B-182 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM:

  • See your ballot before voting
  • Check your voter registration
  • Learn about the voting process, ask questions, and get answers!

Why It Matters:

Young people’s voices are crucial in shaping policies that impact our daily lives, future opportunities, and the world we’re building together. Voting gives you a say in important issues like:

  1. Higher education costs and making college more affordable
  2. Access to quality jobs and career opportunities
  3. Policies that impact homeownership and financial stability
  4. Building long-term wealth for future security
  5. Childcare needs and family support
  6. Climate change and environmental policies to protect our planet
  7. Healthcare access and improving health services

By participating now, you’re helping to create a future that represents you and your values. Even if you’re not eligible to vote yet, learning the process now will make you ready to make your voice heard when the time comes!

Let’s make an impact together!