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SUMMARY:Brats For Brian
DESCRIPTION:Let’s picnic in the park to support Brian Meyers\, our Democratic candidate for county board in District 4.  Brian is a retired teacher and longtime soccer coach\, and will be a great addition to the board. \nIt’s on Sunday April 28th\, from noon to 2pm.  And it’s a picnic – the whole family is welcome.  We’ll have brats\, soft drinks\, and chips.  $20 or more suggested donation.  We’ll be at the JC Shelter at Veterans Acres Park\, just off the parking lot\, at 431 Walkup Road\, north of downtown Crystal Lake. \nFollow Brian on Facebook\, and contact him at meyers4d4@gmail.com.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/brats-for-brian/
LOCATION:Veterans Acres Park\, 431 Walkup Road\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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SUMMARY:Northwest CASA's Film and Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please join Northwest CASA (the Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault) for their inaugural Film and Wine Festival.  Enjoy an evening of films created by women\, about women\, yet for all to enjoy. \nYour admission grants you access to film screenings\,\, hors d’oeuvres\, wine\, a silent auction\, spirited intermissions\, and immeasurable inspiration. \nIt’s all happening on Thursday\, April 25\, 2024\, from 6 to 9 pm\, at the Community Arts Center\, 225 McHenry Road\, in Buffalo Grove. \nGet your tickets here !
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/northwest-casas-film-and-wine-festival/
LOCATION:Community Arts Center\, 225 McHenry Road\, Buffalo Grove\, IL\, 60089\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T190000
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SUMMARY:IDCCA Party Builder Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association invites you to the 9th annual IDCCA Party Builder Awards.  It’s likely to be quite a shindig. \nCelebrating our 2024 Honorees Tom Balanoff\, president emeritus\, Service Employees International Union Local 1; Kam Buckner\, Assistant House Majority Leader (26th district); and Linda Holmes\, Assistant Senate Majority Leader (42nd district). \nIt’s on Wednesday April 24th (not Thursday as their mailing had originally said)\, from 5:30 to 7 pm\, at the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council\, 12 East Erie Street\, Chicago. \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/idcca-party-builder-awards/
LOCATION:Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council\, 12 East Erie Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Democrats "Democracy in Bluem" Dinner featuring Chris Welch
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Democratic Party of McHenry County for the “Democracy in Bluem” Dinner\, our annual fundraising event\, featuring Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch\, and honoring our former chairwoman Kristina Zahorik. \nIt’s all happening on Saturday\, April 20\, 2024\, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm\, at the beautiful Prairie Lodge\, 12860 Del Webb Boulevard\, in Huntley. \nTickets will go on sale soon … get yours as soon as they are available !
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-democrats-jefferson-dinner/
LOCATION:Prairie Lodge\, 12860 Del Webb Blvd\, Huntley\, IL\, 60142\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T200000
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Democratic Women April Social
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Together!  McHenry County Democratic Women members…and their friends…are invited to a casual get-together to relax\, discuss the issues\, and socialize with friends. \nIt’s on Thursday\, April 18th\, from 6 to 8pm\, at Duke’s Inferno\, 11671 Catalpa Lane\, Woodstock. \n$10 Donation Requested | Free if you bring a friend!\nAppetizers will be served | Cash Bar \nPlease RSVP at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mccdwsocial\nor tell us you’re coming and pay at the door \nNot a McCDW member? Become one when you RSVP!
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-democratic-women-april-social/
LOCATION:Duke’s Inferno\, 11671 Catalpa Lane\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T200000
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SUMMARY:Reception for Rep. Mark Walker\, Rep. Nabeela Syed\, and Maria Peterson
DESCRIPTION:Maria Peterson\, our Democratic candidate for State Representative in the 52nd district\, writes: \n“Our neighboring Representatives\, Mark Walker and Nabeela Syed\, have been strong supporters of my campaign from the minute we launched this past June.  Nabeela came out for my very first event on June 26th in Wauconda\, giving an introductory speech that was both rousing and inspiring.  Mark joined us for our first committee meeting to discuss the importance of getting behind my campaign and how I will make a difference in Springfield. \n“I’m honored to be a part of this joint fundraising event on March 26th\, the first event of the General Election.  Please join us on March 26th\, at Emmett’s Brewing Co.\, 110 N. Brockway St.\, Palatine\, IL\, starting at 6:30 pm.  I am looking forward to an engaging\, energetic event and hope you are able to join.” \nGet your tickets here or at the door! \nVisit Maria on the web or on Facebook.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/reception-for-rep-mark-walker-rep-nabeela-syed-and-maria-peterson/
LOCATION:Emmett’s Brewing Co.\, 110 North Brockway Street\, Palatine\, IL\, 60067\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T120000
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SUMMARY:District Two Meet The Candidates - John Collins and Kelli Wegener
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for coffee with our two key Democratic candidates in District Two – John Collins for County Board\, and Kelli Wegener running county-wide for Board Chair.  It’s on Saturday March 23rd\, from 10am to noon. \nVisit John’s campaign website\, contribute to his campaign\, and follow him on Facebook. \nVisit Kelli’s campaign website\, contribute to her campaign\, and follow her on Facebook. \n  \n \nJohn is a past board member and small business owner.  He promises fiscally responsible\, community-focused dedicated leadership\, and writes\, “I am committed to working tirelessly to ensure that our community thrives and that the voices of all its members are heard and valued.” \nKelli has served on the McHenry County Board since 2018\, bringing transparent leadership and access to essential resources to her district and county.  She’s especially proud of her advocacy to bring federal funding to McHenry County.  Her motto is “community\, not conflict.” \nAt the home of Ed Gogol — please RSVP for address at this link.  Or send email to district2@mchenrydems.org or call 815-596-0892. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/district-two-meet-the-candidates-john-collins-and-kelli-wegener/
LOCATION:Private Residence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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SUMMARY:Chicago Foundation for Women's Impact Awards
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Foundation for Women’s Impact Awards honors trailblazing individuals working tirelessly to ensure women and girls have the support they need to succeed.  Please join us as we celebrate Women’s History Month and honor this year’s 2024 Impact Award Honorees. \nIt’s all happening on the evening of Wednesday\, March 20th\, 2024 (the day after the primary election) in the Winter Garden at the Harold Washington Library\, at 400 South State Street in Chicago.  Registration opens at 5:00 pm\, the awards ceremony will be at 6:00 pm\, and the reception with the honorees starts at 7:00. \nGet your tickets and check out the complete list of honorees here. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/chicago-foundation-for-womens-impact-awards/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library Winter Garden\, 400 South State Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Primary Election
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URL:https://d2dems.org/event/2024-primary-election/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T160000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Candidate - Rester Dogboe at the Donna Lowe Salon
DESCRIPTION:Rester Dogboe writes:  “Originally from Ghana\, I came to the US ten years ago with my wife and young son – after patiently waiting our turn in the annual immigration lottery for four years.  We became naturalized US citizens as soon as we could\, welcomed two more children\, and are grateful that we could create better lives for our family in McHenry County. I’m a professional IT auditor\, and I know we can improve systems and cut costs using technology.  I am dedicated to giving back to our community!” \nRester is running as a write-in candidate on the Democratic primary ballot for McHenry County Board District 3.   It’s an unusual name\, but he’s a great guy!  You’re cordially invited to meet Rester on Sunday March 10th\, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm\, at the Donna Lowe Salon\, a famed McHenry County institution.  The salon is at 772 Randall Road in Algonquin\, on the west side of Randall\, just north of Harnish Drive. \nVisit Rester at resterdogboe.com or on Facebook\, and if you can make it please RSVP here.  You can reach Rester at rester4d3@gmail.com or 815-206-8653.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/meet-the-candidate-rester-dogboe-at-the-donna-lowe-salon/
LOCATION:Donna Lowe Salon\, 772 South Randall Road\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T140000
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers & Fundraisers with Jan Schakowsky & Juliana Stratton
DESCRIPTION:McHenry County Democratic Women invites you to their Trailblazers & Fundraisers event featuring our amazing U.S. Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (9th district) and our awesome Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. \nIt’s all happening on Saturday March 9th\, 2024\, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm\, at the Crystal Lake Country Club\, 721 Country Club Road in Crystal Lake. \nGet your tickets & your memberships here ! \nRepresenting the 9th District\, United States Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky has earned a reputation as a liberal progressive for her stances on issues ranging from health care to consumer advocacy to marijuana legalization. \nWe are thrilled to have Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton as a guest speaker. In 2019\, she shattered barriers when inaugurated as the first Black Lieutenant Governor and the first Black woman to serve as a constitutional officer in Illinois’ over 200-year history. \nMcCDW knows how to put fun into fundraising! There will be small plates\, photo ops with trailblazers\, like-minded friends\, and winning raffle baskets. Cash bar available\, including a signature drink! \nIt’s their biggest fundraiser of the year.  Money raised will support their mission – electing great women candidates to office!
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/trailblazers-fundraisers-with-jan-schakowsky-juliana-stratton/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake Country Club\, 721 Country Club Road\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T150000
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SUMMARY:Defenders 2024 Annual Meeting and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The natural parts of McHenry County are extremely beautiful\, and we are fortunate to have a vibrant and long-established environmental group here\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County. \nPlease join the Defenders for their 2024 Annual Meeting & Dinner\, on Sunday March 3rd\, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.  It’s at 31 North\, an event space at 217 Front Street in McHenry.  If past experience is any guide\, it will be a huge crowd and an enjoyable event. \nGet your tickets here. \nWe are thrilled to have the chairs of our six Action Teams\, the bookstores’ manager\, the director of MCSEEP\, and the director of Paddle the Kish as our speakers this year. The Defenders’ have accomplished so much in 2023\, and this will be the perfect opportunity for our members to hear all about it first-hand from the volunteers who make it all possible. \nDinner and dessert will be included with the ticket\, and there will be a cash bar. In addition\, there will be an online silent auction leading up to the event\, as well as a bag raffle and 50/50 raffle the night of the event (bring your cash!). The online auction link will go live on February 19. All bidding will close at 8PM on March 3. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/defenders-2024-annual-meeting-and-dinner/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240210T132915Z
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SUMMARY:Women In Power: A Women's History Month Event
DESCRIPTION:House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Democrats for the Illinois House invite you to attend Women In Power\, a Women’s History Month event honoring women leaders and history makers in Illinois. \nFull details here or click here to get your tickets. \nHonoring Democratic National Convention Chair Minyon Moore\, Assistant Majority Leader Camille Lilly\, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez\, County County Board President  Toni Preckwinkle\, CTU President Stacy Davis Gates\, and Triveni Institute Founder & Director Jordan Parker. \nIt’s happening on Friday\, March 1st\, 2024\, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at RPM Events\, 317 North Clark Street in Chicago.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/women-in-power-a-womens-history-month-event/
LOCATION:RPM Events\, 317 N. Clark Street\, IL\, 60654\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T032307Z
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SUMMARY:The 2024 ACLU Lunch:  Fighting for a more perfect union
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and join us at the 2024 luncheon of the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois\, featuring famed actor Busy Philipps. \nGet your tickets here ! \nPlease join the ACLU of Illinois for our annual Lunch on Friday\, March 1\, 2024 at 12:00 PM. The event will be held in person at the Hilton Chicago and a virtual livestream will also be available. Whether participants join us in person or virtually\, everyone will be able to view the program in its entirety. \nWe are looking forward to gathering with members of the ACLU community from across Illinois to celebrate the work of the past year\, recommit to the ongoing fight for civil rights and civil liberties\, and raise funds critical to our work. We encourage you to purchase your tickets or commit to a sponsorship as soon as possible! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/the-2024-aclu-lunch-fighting-for-a-more-perfect-union/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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SUMMARY:Leap Into Action for State Rep. Matt Hanson
DESCRIPTION:Leap into action and join us to re-elect Matt Hanson as State Representative in the 83rd district (western suburbs.)  With special guest Emanuel “Chris” Welch\, Speaker of the House. \nIt’s on Thursday\, February 29th\, 2024\, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm\, at Villa Verone\, 416 Hamilton Street\, in Geneva.  Tickets only $50. \nGet your tickets here: \nhttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/mh83 \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/leap-into-action-for-state-rep-matt-hanson/
LOCATION:Villa Verone\, 416 Hamilton Street\, Geneva\, IL\, 60134\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser for Maria Peterson with Sarah Garza Resnick
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maria Peterson\, our candidate for State Representative in the 52nd district\, as she welcomes Personal PAC’s new President and CEO\, Sarah Garza Resnick\, for an evening in celebration of reproductive rights and her campaign.  Plus\, it’s your chance to meet state legislators Kam Buckner\, Margaret Croke\, Tracy Katz Muhl\, Lindsey LaPointe\, and Aaron Ortiz. \nIt’s all happening on Wednesday\, February 28th\, 2024\, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, at the Hubbard Inn\, 110 West Hubbard Street\, in downtown Chicago. \nGet your tickets here: \nhttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/reproductiverightsfeb28chicago \nAs Maria writes:  “One of the top reasons I ran last cycle and am running this cycle is my 100% support for reproductive rights.  My district which overwhelmingly supports reproductive rights\, is currently represented by a representative with a 100% with Illinois Right to Life and a voting record to match.  As we well know reproductive rights is a slippery slope and we cannot let the extremists continue to exert their efforts to chip away at our rights.  Thank you for joining me in this fight to defend our rights in this district and beyond.”
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/fundraiser-for-maria-peterson-with-sarah-garza-resnick/
LOCATION:Hubbard Inn\, 110 West Hubbard Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T140000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration at the Donna Lowe Salon
DESCRIPTION:Please join Ms. Donna Lowe for her Black History Month Celebration.  It’s all happening at the Donna Lowe Salon\, a famed McHenry County institution\, from noon to 2:00 pm on Sunday\, February 25\, 2024. \nHere’s the event on Facebook. \nThere will be food\, drinks\, raffles and music\, and a most congenial crowd is guaranteed.  Hope to see you there.  The Donna Lowe Salon is at 772 South Randall Road in Algonquin\, on the west side just a few doors north of the Starbucks.  Visit the salon on the web and on Facebook.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/black-history-month-celebration-at-the-donna-lowe-salon/
LOCATION:Donna Lowe Salon\, 772 South Randall Road\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T210000
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SUMMARY:Forum on the Mental Health Board Referendum
DESCRIPTION:Please join the League of Women Voters of McHenry County for a forum on the upcoming referendum regarding the funding of our county’s Mental Health Board. The forum is sponsored together with McHenry County College. \nPanelists will include members of the McHenry County Board Carolyn Campbell and Michael Skala\, and Suzanne Hoban\, executive director of Family Health Partnership. \nThe event will be at 7:00 pm on Thursday\, February 22\, 2024.  Attend in-person in the Luecht Auditorium of McHenry County College.  Or watch the livestream on Facebook. \nHere’s the event on Facebook — this is where you’ll watch the livestream. \nThe voters of McHenry County will weigh in on this question at the primary election on March 19\, 2024. If the referendum passes\, the portion of property tax which funds the Mental Health Board will be replaced by a 0.25% sales tax (with certain exclusions\, for example food you purchase at the grocery store\, medicine or medical equipment.) \nIf attending in person\, MCC is at 8900 Northwest Highway (Route 14)\, halfway between Woodstock and Crystal Lake. The Luecht Auditorium is in Building B.  Park on the south side – the Luecht Auditorium has a clearly marked entrance. \nFor further information on the referendum\, please see the FAQ on the website of our county government:\nhttps://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/county-government/mental-health-board-sales-tax-faq \nThe McHenry County Mental Health Board is at:\nhttps://www.mc708.org \nFor more information about this event\, please contact the League at lwvmc07@gmail.com or 815-527-6305.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/forum-on-the-mental-health-board-referendum/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T200000
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SUMMARY:Maria Peterson's Town Hall on Reproductive Rights
DESCRIPTION:Maria Peterson\, Democratic candidate for State Representative in the 52nd district\, including parts of McHenry County\, writes: \nDear Friends and Supporters:  With the overturning of Roe v Wade\, reproductive rights remains a key concern for voters including in the 52nd IL State House District.  With the district quickly moving away from the extremism of the Republican Party and the 100% anti-reproductive rights incumbent\, it’s important to make sure the voters know where we both stand on the subject.  I am proud to be endorsed by both Personal PAC and Planned Parenthood and it’s time to bring reasonable representation to the 52nd District. \nBecause this issue is key in this election\, I am making reproductive rights the topic of my first Town Hall of 2024. Please consider joining me for a discussion on this very important topic: \nTown Hall on Reproductive Rights – February 22nd\, 2024 – 7:00 pm – 8:00 PM \nClick here to register … \nvia Zoom so everyone is able to join.  With special guest\, Oren Jacobson\, Men4Choice\, Co-founder & Co-Executive Director
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/maria-petersons-town-hall-on-reproductive-rights/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
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SUMMARY:McHenry County NOW Black History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The McHenry County chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) is proud to host their first local Black History Month Celebration.  It’s from 5:30 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday\, February 21st\, at the Cary Area Public Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Road. \nWe will be spotlighting a few local Black owned businesses showcasing their goods and services to all attendees throughout the evening. \nAt 5:45 pm we will begin screening the film Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America.  It’s a thought provoking film that interweaves personal anecdotes\, interviews\, and shocking revelations.  In the film lawyer Jeffery Robinson draws a stark timeline of anti-Black racism in the United States\, from slavery to the modern myth of a post-racial America. \nNote: There are some sensitive photos/content in this film which has been rated PG-13\, Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. \nThe celebration aims to educate and entertain attendees with the hope that we can have the necessary conversations\, and put in the work together\, to ensure a future in this country that is truly equal for all – A future that acknowledges and accepts Black history in this country as simply\, American History. \nLet’s come together this month to honor and celebrate the immeasurable contributions made by Black people in this country!
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-now-black-history-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Cary Area Public Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Road\, Cary\, IL\, 60013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240203T152405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T154201Z
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SUMMARY:The Underground Railroad in McHenry County
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that McHenry County had several safe houses and fierce abolitionists who risked their lives to help freedom seekers to achieve their quest for freedom via the Underground Railroad? \nCome join us to hear true stories of the Underground Railroad from Gloria Van Hof and Pamela Althoff\, two local historians who conducted the first Underground Railroad tour in McHenry County in 1993. Together\, Gloria and Pam have led tours of local sites and presented lectures at numerous historical groups\, schools and universities. Come and hear these heroic stories first hand from two experts on the Underground Railroad in Illinois and surrounding states. \nIt’s all happening at 6:00 pm on Monday February 19th\, in the Luecht Auditorium at McHenry County College (park on the south side.) \nFree and open to the public — but please register here so we’ll know you’re coming.  Sponsored by McHenry County Juneteenth.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/the-underground-railroad-in-mchenry-county/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240117T160344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T164456Z
UID:1270-1708363800-1708369200@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Lake County Democrats President's Day Event with Jill Wine-Banks
DESCRIPTION:Tickets Are Available Now!   It’s the Annual Lake County Democrats’ President’s Day Fundraiser\, with Jill Wine-Banks.  From 5:30 to 7:30pm on Monday\, February 19th\, at the Doubletree in Mundelein\, at 510 East Illinois Route 83.  Hot hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. \nClick here to register … \nWe are so excited that frequent MSNBC Contributor/Legal Analyst Jill Wine-Banks is coming to speak to Lake Dems again. Jill was so popular last year that tickets sold out. We hope you’ll join us for this very special evening\, as Jill will share her insights into our national political situation and so much more. A former Watergate prosecutor\, Jill is particularly well-equipped to discuss Trump and his legal woes. \nJill Wine-Banks is an MSNBC Contributor/Legal Analyst\, regularly appearing on prime time and daytime shows. A sought-after speaker\, Jill appears before professional\, political\, women’s and business groups\, universities and law schools. Jill has also written op-eds for NBC.com\, the Chicago Tribune\, The Washington Post\, Politico\, and the Huffington Post. She has also been featured in documentaries and films\, including Academy Award winner Charles Ferguson’s Watergate – Or: How We Learned to Stop an Out of Control President\, Robert Redford’s All The President’s Men Revisited\, ABC’s 20/20\, and Michael Moore’s Fahrenheit 9/11. \nClick here to register … \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/lake-county-democrats-presidents-day-event-with-jill-wine-banks/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Mundelein\, 510 E IL Route 83\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240202T164358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T170144Z
UID:1372-1707656400-1707661800@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Moms Demand Action: Ethan Song Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Please join Moms Demand Action for the second stop in McHenry County for our Ethan’s Law Discussions\, where we’ll screen the engrossing and vitally important film Ethan Song. \nIt’s on Sunday February 11th\, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm\, at the Woodstock Public Library\, 414 West Judd Street. \nPlease click here to register. \nThe measure is named for 15-year-old Ethan Song and aims to prevent unauthorized access to firearms by minors\, by requiring safe firearm storage within households. \nEthan’s Law proposes the use of trigger locks\, cable locks or other secure storage mechanisms by firearm owners. \nEthan was unintentionally shot with an unsecured firearm in his neighbor’s home. The firearm had been stored in Tupperware in a box in a closet alongside the ammunition and the keys to the gun lock. Since then\, Ethan’s parents have pushed for a nationwide law to help ensure guns are safely secured and out of the reach of children. \nThe measure also promotes education and awareness programs to educate the public on safe firearm storage practices and emphasizes the importance of responsible firearm ownership. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-moms-demand-action-ethan-song-film-screening/
LOCATION:Woodstock Public Library\, 414 West Judd Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240117T191755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T193348Z
UID:1280-1707573600-1707580800@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Time To Be Heard in the 63rd:  Campaign Kickoff for Mary Mahady
DESCRIPTION:The Honorable Suzanne Ness and the Honorable Kristina Zahorik most cordially invite you to to Time To Be Heard in the 63rd — the Campaign Kickoff Event for Mary Mahady\, Democratic candidate for State Representative in the 63rd district. \nIt’s on Saturday February 10th\, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm\, at the Crystal Lake Brewery\, 150 North Main Street in Crystal Lake.  It’s going to be exciting\, inspiring and a party you won’t want to miss. \nAs Ms. Mahady writes on her website:  “I am a mother and a grandmother. I could certainly sit back and hope someone else would work on the critical issues affecting McHenry County but that is not in my nature. When there is work to be done\, I will not sit on the sidelines and wait for someone else to step up. I am passionate about providing public service\, which means listening to and working for the people you represent. I have done that as an assessor and that is what I will do as State Representative for Illinois House District 63.” \nSo click here to get your tickets today! \nVisit marymahady.com to learn more and volunteer for her campaign.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/time-to-be-heard-in-the-63rd-campaign-kickoff-for-mary-mahady/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake Brewing\, 150 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240122T013741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T224455Z
UID:1293-1707055200-1707062400@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Meet Rester Dogboe\, Candidate for McHenry County Board District 3
DESCRIPTION:Carolyn Campbell and Ed Gogol invite you to an afternoon coffee to meet Rester Dogboe\, candidate for McHenry County Board District 3. \nRester is the embodiment of the American dream\, an immigrant from Ghana with his wife Theresa\, a student of political science\, an expert in information security and risk management\, and somebody who believes passionately in good government\, transparency and efficient management of public resources. \nPlease RSVP to polirester@yahoo.com or 312-714-3899.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/meet-rester-dogboe-candidate-for-mchenry-county-board-district-3/
LOCATION:Address upon RSVP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240122T145533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T151321Z
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SUMMARY:Meet n Greet with Maria Peterson & Theresa Meshes
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the candidates !  Please join Maria Peterson\, Democratic candidate for State Representative in the 52nd District\, and Theresa Meshes\, Democratic member of the McHenry County Board for the First District\, and candidate for re-election. \nClick here for the event invitation on Facebook. \nLearn more about their campaigns – Ask questions about your top issues – Hear from Maria and Theresa why they’re running – Find out about ways to support them. \nIt’s on Saturday January 27th\, from 10:00 am to noon\, at the Panera\, 730 Northwest Highway in Fox River Grove.  Hope to see you there!
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/meet-n-greet-with-maria-peterson-theresa-meshes/
LOCATION:Panera Fox River Grove\, 730 Northwest Highway\, Fox River Grove\, IL\, 60021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20231217T155413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T161037Z
UID:1193-1706122800-1706128200@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Save Sands Road: Crystal Lake Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Trucking terminals are good … but not in a Crystal Lake area not zoned for it\, and not smack dab next to residential neighborhoods.  The Crystal Lake Planning & Zoning Commission should say NO to a zoning change that would allow the operation of a giant truck terminal on the west side of Sands Road north of Northwest Highway (Route 14.)   There are plenty of other places\, zoned fully industrial\, for the installation of this behemoth\, with 350 trucks belching diesel exhaust round the clock. \nGet full details and sign the petition — Save Sands Road.  That’s savesandsroad.com. \nThen if you’re free\, please join us at the next meeting of the Crystal Lake Planning & Zoning Commission\, as we courteously request our commissioners to do the right thing and deny the change.  It’s at 7:00 pm on Wednesday\, January 24th\, at the Crystal Lake City Hall at 100 West Woodstock Street.  Hope to see you there.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/save-sands-road-crystal-lake-planning-zoning-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake City Hall\, 100 West Woodstock Street\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20231226T133446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T133839Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry Democrats Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a Democrat\, this is THE place to be.  Please join us as we strategize and organize !!! \nThe monthly meetings of the McHenry Democrats are always on the third Wednesday of the month\, at 7:00 pm\, in the Luecht Auditorium at McHenry County College.   So this January it will be on Wednesday\, January 17th. \nOur meetings are open to all Democrats.  Hope to see you there. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-democrats-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Democratic Party of McHenry County":MAILTO:info@mchenrydems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240104T012945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T014228Z
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SUMMARY:Moms Demand:  Ethan's Law Film & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Please join Moms Demand Action for a film screening and discussion of Ethan’s Law.  It’s all happening on Sunday January 14th from 1:00 to 2:30 pm at the Huntley Area Public Library\, 11000 Ruth Road. \nClick here to RSVP. \nThe measure is named for 15-year-old Ethan Song and aims to prevent unauthorized access to firearms by minors\, by requiring safe firearm storage within households.  Ethan’s Law proposes the use of trigger locks\, cable locks or other secure storage mechanisms by firearm owners. \nEthan was unintentionally shot with an unsecured firearm in his neighbor’s home. The firearm had been stored in Tupperware in a box in a closet alongside the ammunition and the keys to the gun lock. Since then\, Ethan’s parents have pushed for a nationwide law to help ensure guns are safely secured and out of the reach of children. \nThe measure also promotes education and awareness programs to educate the public on safe firearm storage practices and emphasizes the importance of responsible firearm ownership. \nClick here to RSVP. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/moms-demand-ethans-law-film-discussion/
LOCATION:Huntley Area Public Library\, 11000 Ruth Rd\, Huntley\, IL\, 60142\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T172030
CREATED:20240104T000755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T223009Z
UID:1243-1705168800-1705176000@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Pull Up A Chair:  A Fundraising Event for Kelli Wegener
DESCRIPTION:Kellli Wegener\, currently on the McHenry County Board in District 5 and now running county-wide for chair of the board\, writes:  “I am holding a major fundraiser called “Pull Up a Chair” on Saturday\, January 13th\, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm\, and I’m hoping you will attend.  This is my first big fundraiser\, and I want to show the Democratic Party of Illinois that I have a lot of support.” \nClick here to register … \n“I’ve been reflecting on my choice to run for McHenry County Board Chairperson\, and I see it as giving residents who currently don’t have a voice a “seat at the table”. Lauren Underwood quoted Shirley Chisholm as saying\, “If you don’t have a seat at the table\, bring your own chair.” I’m “Pulling up a Chair” to use my voice to help those in our county who: \n\nNeed mental health and addiction services\nHave been or fear they will be affected by gun violence\nAre under or uninsured and can’t get the services they need to live full\, healthy lives\nDon’t have internet access\nNeed help or direction in starting a business in McHenry County\nHave been affected by discrimination\nNeed assistance to learn new skills or help in looking for a job that pays a livable wage\n\nClick here to register … see you on the 13th.” \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/pull-up-a-chair-a-fundraising-event-for-kelli-wegener/
LOCATION:Oruga Social\, 1000 South McHenry Ave\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
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