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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
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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:20260617T054430
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T170144Z
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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:20260617T054430
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20240122T013741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T224455Z
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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:20260617T054430
CREATED:20240122T145533Z
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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:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231217T155413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T161037Z
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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:20260617T054430
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:20260617T054430
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:20260617T054430
CREATED:20240104T000755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T223009Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231214T165433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T013607Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening of remembrance\, reflection\, and action as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  It’s all happening at 5:30 pm on the evening of Wednesday\, January 10th\, 2024\, in the Luecht Auditorium of McHenry County College.  Park on the south side\, there’s a door marked for the auditorium. \nIt’s free — please RSVP here ! \nPastor Dr. Norval Brown\, Master of Ceremonies \nWelcome and Reflection by Dr. Clint Gabbard\, President of McHenry County College \nDoors open at 5:30 pm and documentary screening begins at 6:00 pm followed by an inspiring discussion. \nDownload the event flyer here. \nPresented by McHenry County Juneteenth and McHenry County College.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/celebrating-the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231112T155950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T195240Z
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SUMMARY:2023 McHenry Dems Holiday Party and Open House
DESCRIPTION:It’s the McHenry Democrats Annual Holiday Party and Open House.  We can’t wait to celebrate with you.  We’ve come a long way towards turning McHenry County blue — let’s rejoice in our fellowship and sisterhood and recommit to our cause. \nPlease RSVP here. \nIt’s on Sunday\, December 10th\, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm\, at the beautiful Waverly Ballroom\, located above the Main Street Pour House\, at 214 Main Street in Woodstock\, just north of the Square.  We’re providing munchies\, and of course there’s a cash bar to get us all into the holiday spirit !  $10 donation requested. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/2023-mchenry-dems-holiday-party-and-open-house/
LOCATION:Waverly Ballroom\, 214 Main Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Democratic Party of McHenry County":MAILTO:info@mchenrydems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20230922T133253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T205054Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Union Hall of Honor: Forging a Union of Steel
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Labor History Society presents its 2023 Union Hall of Honor event\, “Forging a Union of Steel”\, featuring Mike Millsap\, Director\, United Steelworkers District 7. \nIt’s on Friday\, December 8\, 2023\, at the beautiful and fascinating Operating Engineers 399 Union Hall\, 2260 South Grove Street in Chicago.  The bar opens at 5pm\, and the dinner and program start at 6. \nTickets are only $65 and include a one-year membership in the society.  Mail checks to the Illinois Labor History Society at 430 S. Michigan\, Room AUD 540\, Chicago IL 60605\, or click here to get your tickets on EventBrite. \nPlease plan on coming out — support the labor movement — and ain’t no better way to start a night in the city out on the town.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/2023-union-hall-of-honor/
LOCATION:Operating Engineers 399 Union Hall\, 2260 South Grove Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231018T224948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T231444Z
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SUMMARY:Chili Cookoff for Maria Peterson for State Representative
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a fun upcoming fundraising event for Maria Peterson. For those that don’t know Maria is running against Martin McLaughlin\, and is an avid supporter of Moms Demand Action for gun sense\, so we want to get her elected whether we are in her district or not. Maria’s values align with us\, and it’s important that her voice is in Springfield.\nIf you cannot make the event please consider donating to Maria’s campaign or signing up to help canvas and/or phone bank for her! \nHere’s the Maria For 52 website. \nClick here to contribute and RSVP. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/chili-cookoff-for-maria-peterson-for-state-representative/
LOCATION:Address upon RSVP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231109T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T003012Z
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SUMMARY:Dawn Milarski for County Board Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:County Board District 8 Candidate Dawn Milarski will be kicking off her campaign and celebrating everyone’s hard work getting candidates on the ballot at an event on December 4th in Woodstock. \nThis is a free event however\, donations to Dawn’s campaign are appreciated. Appetizers and refreshments will be provided. Cash bar and a full menu for those who wish to order dinner will be available. \nDonations can be made out and mailed to: Dawn Milarski 4 County Board 8\, PO Box 543\, Hebron\, IL 60033\, or can be made online at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dawn-milarski-for-county-board-district-8-1 \nDawn is on Facebook here\, and the Facebook event can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/841086814228564/?ref=newsfeed
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/dawn-milarski-for-county-board-campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:Tierra Caliente\, 14801 Washington Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231120
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231112T231800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T232041Z
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SUMMARY:Final Petition Season Door-Knocking Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:Please join the stupendous Kelli Wegener and other stupendous Democratic candidates\, for a final Day of Action for the 2023 petition-passing season.   We’ll be in Woodstock\, Bull Valley\, Crystal Lake\, and McHenry.  Save the date – more info coming soon.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/final-petition-season-door-knocking-day-of-action/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054430
CREATED:20231009T194828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T201959Z
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SUMMARY:Power of the Purse\, featuring Congresswoman Lauren Underwood
DESCRIPTION:McHenry County Democratic Women present Power of The Purse\, featuring keynote speaker\, our very own\, the most amazing Congresswoman Lauren Underwood. \nIt’s from 11am to 2pm on Saturday November 4th\, at the Blackstone Golf Club\, 9700 St. Andrews Drive in Marengo. \nGet your tickets today !!!! \nMoney is power\, and power is very difficult to access without money. Women are often at a disadvantage when running for office because of the gender gap in resources available to them. McHenry County Democratic Women aim to change that. \nJoin us for a fun and inspirational afternoon raising critical funds for local Democratic women candidates running in 2024’s critical election. \nWe will get inspired by our keynote speaker\, US Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (D-14). She is the first woman\, the first person of color\, and the first millennial to represent her community in Congress. Congresswoman Underwood flipped this seat from red to blue in a historic fashion in 2018\, defeating a four-term Republican incumbent. Her District included parts of McHenry County at that time\, and we will always consider her our representative too! \nThere will be time to enjoy small plates\, the cash bar\, and browse an amazing collection of bags of all types – all available to win in our Purse Raffle. Sneak preview of purses to come. \nGo to https://secure.actblue.com/donate/pursepower to get your tickets. Seating is limited so don’t delay! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/power-of-the-purse-featuring-congresswoman-lauren-underwood/
LOCATION:Blackstone Golf Club\, 9700 St. Andrews Drive\, Marengo\, IL\, 60152\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20231018T232801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T233635Z
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SUMMARY:Green Living Expo at McHenry County College
DESCRIPTION:Join over 50 local businesses and environmental organizations for Northern IL’s biggest and best green expo on November 4 at McHenry County College 8900 Northwest Highway 14 Crystal Lake\, IL. This free event runs from 10am-3pm. \nClick here for more info and to RSVP. \nLearn how to simplify your life and… \n· find sustainable products that do more than one thing. \n· save money now and in the future with renewable energy discounts and new programs. \n· meet and talk with your local green leaders’ businesses and organizations. \n· enjoy delicious food. Our food trucks will use only compostable items so come see what a low-waste\nevent is all about and eat some yummy food. \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/green-living-expo-at-mchenry-county-college/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230825T203152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T203720Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Green Living Expo
DESCRIPTION:It’s the annual McHenry County Green Living Expo\, and it promises to be quite a shindig. \nGet full information here ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-green-living-expo/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230823T191019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T193310Z
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SUMMARY:CFW 38th annual gathering:  Nevertheless We Persist
DESCRIPTION:It’s the 38th annual gathering of the Chicago Foundation for Women\, and one you won’t want to miss. \nClick here for more info and to get your tickets ! \nCFW reports:  “NEVERTHELESS\, WE WILL PERSIST. We have ramped up our work because we believe that economic security\, freedom from violence\, and enhanced access to health services and information benefit all women and girls. \n“NEVERTHELESS\, WE WILL GIVE. In 2022\, we awarded $3.4 million in responsive and strategic grants to 258 non-profits.” \nFeaturing keynote speaker Amanda Nguyen. \nAmanda Nguyen is the founder of Rise\, a 2019 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee\, and a 2022 TIME Woman of the Year. Amanda’s 2021 viral video ignited a wave of collective action in the anti-Asian hate movement. \nShe made history by drafting and unanimously passing both the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights through the United States Congress and the Survivors’ Resolution through the United Nations General Assembly. Amanda’s directorial debut\, Everything I Ever Wanted To Tell My Daughter About Men\, won Best Feature at the 2022 Cannes Independent Film Festival. \nShe is the lead of the Emmy-nominated mini documentary Rise Above by Money Magazine. She servedthe White House\, Department of State\, and NASA\, and is currently an Astronaut-Scientist Candidate at the Astronautical Science Institute. Amanda graduated from Harvard University. \nFor her work\, Amanda has been named a Heinz Laureate\, Forbes 30 Under 30\, Foreign Policy 100\, Frederick Douglass 100\, TIME 100 Next\, BBC 100\, and Marie Claire Woman of the Year. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/cfw-38th-annual-gathering-nevertheless-we-persist/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Chicago\, 301 East North Water Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230726T222231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T184151Z
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SUMMARY:Senator Rafael Warnock is at the DPI Gala
DESCRIPTION:We’ve got big news to share!  The incredible U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock is set to join the Democratic Party of Illinois for our inaugural DPI Gala\, on the evening of Friday\, October 27\, 2023. \nSave the date and get your tickets today !!!   We don’t get too many opportunities to don our fancy duds and go out for a night on the town\, and ain’t no better way. \nAll the bigwigs will be there\, including our stupendous governor J.B. Pritzker\, our awesome senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth\, senate president Don Harmon\, speaker of the house Chris Welch\, mayor of Chicago Brandon Johnson (let’s go Brandon !)\, and DPI chair Lisa Hernandez.  So you won’t want to miss this. \nIt’s Senator Warnock that does it for me — I can’t NOT attend. \nExact details of location and time are to be announced\, but that’s no reason to delay — you know everything you need to know — it’s in the evening\, and it’s in Chicago\, no doubt at a fancy location.  So save the date and get your tickets today. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/senator-rafael-warnock-is-at-the-dpi-gala/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230630T151757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T151901Z
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SUMMARY:Personal PAC's 30th Annual Awards Luncheon featuring Gretchen Whitmer
DESCRIPTION:If there’s one single reason why Illinois is a pro-choice state\, it is Personal PAC.  So you won’t want to miss their 30th Annual Awards Luncheon featuring the amazing Gretchen Whitmer\, Governor of Michigan and Champion for Choice. \nGet your tickets today !!!! \nIt’s all happening on Tuesday\, October 17\, 2023\, at the Chicago Hilton & Towers\, 720 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago.  If past experience is any guide\, registration opens around 11\, the program starts promptly at noon and will be done by 1:30. \nIt ain’t cheap — $250 per ticket — but as the saying goes\, Freedom Is Never Free.  It is vital that Illinois remain a pro-choice state\, and that means Personal PAC must be extremely well funded.  So get your tickets today\, and we’ll see you there ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/personal-pacs-30th-annual-awards-luncheon-featuring-gretchen-whitmer/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230904T133513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T134405Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Dems Shades of Blue Annual Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Lake County Democrats 2nd Annual Shades of Blue Reception on Sunday October 15\, 2-4 PM. Our exciting keynote\, featured speakers\, and award winners will be announced soon. \nThis is what’s at stake – many of our rights are on the ballot — bodily autonomy\, freedom from gun violence\, workers’ rights\, and so much more. \nHope you can attend. Mark your calendar and reserve your seat now! \nLakedems.org/ShadesofBlue
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/lake-dems-shades-of-blue-annual-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230831T185335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T185553Z
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SUMMARY:Evanston Pro-Choice Rally & March
DESCRIPTION:It’s the annual Evanston Pro-Choice Rally & March. \nWe are scheduled for Sunday\, October 15\, 12 noon\, at Raymond Park in Evanston\, followed by a march thru downtown Evanston.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/evanston-pro-choice-rally-march/
LOCATION:Raymond Park\, Lake Street & Chicago Avenue\, Evanston\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T103000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230920T214157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T115634Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Like Lincoln funder for Suzanne Ness\, featuring Jan Schakowsky
DESCRIPTION:Our very own Democratic State Representative Suzanne Ness reports:  “We are thrilled to announce our esteemed guest speaker for this year’s Lead Like Lincoln Breakfast Fundraiser – Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky!” \nGet your tickets today !! \nJan Schakowsky\, a lifelong advocate for working- and middle-class families\, began her advocacy as a young housewife\, successfully campaigning for expiration dates on food products\, including baby food and formula. As a Congresswoman since 1998\, she continues to champion progressive causes at the grassroots level\, focusing on environmental protection\, healthcare access\, women’s rights\, immigration reform\, and gun control. Jan resides in Evanston with her husband\, Robert Creamer\, and their two dogs\, Franklin and Eleanor. \nIt’s Jan’s annual Lead Like Lincoln fundraising breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30am on Saturday October 14th\, and you can count on a delicious brunch and an inspiring and rollicking good time. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/lead-like-lincoln-funder-for-suzanne-ness-featuring-jan-schakowsky/
LOCATION:Oruga Social\, 1000 South McHenry Ave\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230831T181034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T182046Z
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SUMMARY:New Trier Dems 2023 Benefit featuring Chris Welch
DESCRIPTION:It’s the annual shindig of the dynamic New Trier Democrats\, and it’s always quite an affair\, and it features our stupendous Democratic Speaker of the Illinois House\, Chris Welch\, and will attract quite a crowd of notables.  It’s highly recommended and it’s at the Lawn Grill of the Wilmette Golf Club\, so everything should be scrumptious.  See you there ! \nThe event will begin with a cocktail hour at 6:00pm followed by our dinner program\, featuring Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch and honoring this year’s Judy Mandel Volunteer of the Year. \nGet your tickets here ! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/new-trier-dems-2023-benefit-featuring-chris-welch/
LOCATION:Wilmette Golf Club\, 3900 Fairway Drive\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230824T181042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T181500Z
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SUMMARY:CAPA Fall Gala:  Threats to Democracy - how do we rise up and resist?
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/capa-fall-gala-threats-to-democracy-how-do-we-rise-up-and-resist/
LOCATION:Irish American Heritage Center\, 4626 N. Knox Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230912T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T210736Z
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SUMMARY:Maria Peterson's Birthday Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Get your tickets for Maria’s Birthday Fundraiser ! \nTuesday September 26th — 7 to 8:30 pm — Francescas’s in Barrington\, 100 East Station Street \nKen Peterson writes: \nMy wife has amazed me from the day she walked into class at Loyola. Last year she continued to amaze me when she took on our State Senator\, who happened to also be the minority leader\, and with limited resources\, she came within 385 votes of defeating him! \nIf you know my wife\, you know that energized her to take on her next challenge – to challenge our current State Representative who is 100% anti-reproductive rights\, 100% anti-LGBTQIA\, and a strong and vocal supporter of book banning. \nI know his voting record doesn’t match the values and ideals of this district\, her Exploratory Committee of nearly 100 supporters knows it and the growing list of endorsers knows it too. And I’m pretty sure YOU know. \nPlease join me in supporting Maria on her birthday in support of the September 30th fundraising deadline: \nWe have a big hill climb financially as the opponent has already started stockpiling $$$ because they are terrrified of Maria’s tenacity and commitment to her community. Whatever you are able to do to celebrate and support Maria’s candidacy will help us in this fight to bring true representation to the 52nd District! \nThank you so much\, \nKen \nGet your tickets for Maria’s Birthday Fundraiser ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/maria-petersons-birthday-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Francescas’s in Barrington\, 100 East Station Street\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230825T214848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T215113Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry Dems September monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:It’s our monthly get-together at McHenry County College in the Luecht Auditorium. \nAin’t no better way to find out what’s happening and get involved ! \nAlways at 7pm on the third Wednesday of the month — so this September it’s on Wednesday Septemb er 20th. \nAlmost always in the Luecht Auditorium — park on the south side. \nOpen to all Democrats — but please RSVP here if you’re attending. \nSee you there ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-dems-september-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:20230916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T054431
CREATED:20230825T213849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T214542Z
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SUMMARY:Meet\, Greet n Sign for Theresa Meshes\, County Board District One
DESCRIPTION:The stupendous Theresa Meshes is running for re-election to the McHenry County Board in District One\, and we are going all out to make that happen ! \nPlease come on out to meet Theresa\, sign up for her campaign\, and (if you live in District One) to sign her nominating petition. \nIt’s an open house\, on Saturday September 16th from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm — hope to see you there ! \nHere’s the event details on Facebook. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/meet-greet-n-sign-for-theresa-meshes-county-board-district-one/
LOCATION:Meshes for McHenry\, 114 Maple Avenue\, Fox River Grove\, IL\, 60021\, United States
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