Get Involved in the Democratic Party of Kane County

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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
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
29
Mon
2024
One Drink Left @ Geneva Ale House
Jul 29 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Aug
7
Wed
2024
KCDW Meeting @ Carmina's Restaurant
Aug 7 @ 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.

Aug
12
Mon
2024
Dundee Township Dems Meeting @ Emmett's Brewing
Aug 12 @ 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.
Aug
17
Sat
2024
Virtual Coffeehouse with Rep. Hirschauer @ Online
Aug 17 @ 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.

Aug
25
Sun
2024
Election Bingo Night @ Portofino Trattoria
Aug 25 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Election Bingo Night @ Portofino Trattoria

Join us for a night of fun, games and prizes at the Western Kane Democrats Political Bingo Night!

Sep
4
Wed
2024
KCDW Meeting @ Oak Street Restaurant
Sep 4 @ 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.