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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/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T140000
DTSTAMP: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:20230904T134405Z
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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/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T150000
DTSTAMP:20230831T185553Z
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:20230921T115634Z
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:20230831T182046Z
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:20230824T181500Z
CREATED:20230824T181042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T181500Z
UID:822-1696528800-1696539600@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:CAPA Fall Gala:  Threats to Democracy - how do we rise up and resist?
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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: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:20230825T215113Z
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:20230825T214542Z
CREATED:20230825T213849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T214542Z
UID:844-1694869200-1694894400@d2dems.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T203000
DTSTAMP:20230802T182403Z
CREATED:20230802T010002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T182403Z
UID:709-1694716200-1694723400@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Fighting Forward:  Freedom For Every Body
DESCRIPTION:Planned Parenthood Illinois Action and Planned Parenthood Illinois Action PAC present … \nFIGHTING FORWARD — Freedom For Every Body \nHonoring Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker with the Richard J. Phelan Profile in Courage Award and Precious Brady-Davis\, Commissioner of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District and author of I Have Always Been Me\, with the TrailBlazer Award. \nwith co-chairs U.S. Congresspersons Nikki Budzinski\, Delia Ramirez and Eric Sorenson. \nPut on your party clothes\, and don’t miss this glittering\, star-studded event. \nInfo and tickets here. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/fighting-forward-freedom-for-every-body/
LOCATION:Morgan Manufacturing\, 401 N. Morgan St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T200000
DTSTAMP:20230808T205710Z
CREATED:20230806T220851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T205710Z
UID:773-1694626200-1694635200@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:6th annual McHenry County Water Forum -- "Water Conservation"
DESCRIPTION:The McHenry County Water Forum provides a festive atmosphere where residents\, businesses and elected officials can learn what makes the regions water supplies special and how water resources can be protected into the future. \nThis free\, fully catered program is held every fall at the McHenry County College and features presentations by scientists\, planners\, and engineers who specialize in water resources. By the end of the program\, attendees have a more solid understanding about water resources in McHenry County and are better informed to make decisions affecting the water supplies we all depend on. \nThis years topic is Water Conservation which is vital to support growth and protect water supplies in the county. \nThanks to our terrific sponsors catering will once again be provided by Dukes Ale House and Kitchen. Our goal for the Water Forum is for our guests to go home smarter…and fuller…then they arrived. With your help we can make this happen! \nFor more information contact Scott Kuykendall\,\nMcHenry County Water Resources Specialist at\nSHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/6th-annual-mchenry-county-water-forum-water-conservation/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T203000
DTSTAMP:20230808T190941Z
CREATED:20230808T182512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T190941Z
UID:784-1694367000-1694377800@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Let Freedom Sing:  2024 Lou Ness Campaign Launch
DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss this party — “Let Freedom Sing” — the 2024 Campaign Launch sponsored by Citizens for Lou Ness.  It’s the kickoff event for her re-election campaign for our McHenry County Board in District Seven\, covering Woodstock and environs. \nThe dynamic Ms. Ness will be performing with the Jack Ness Trio\, and it promises to be quite a shindig.  It’s at the Stage Left Cafe in the Woodstock Opera House\, and tickets are only $50. \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/let-freedom-sing-2024-lou-ness-campaign-launch/
LOCATION:Stage Left Cafe\, 125 West Van Buren Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T160000
DTSTAMP:20230825T213209Z
CREATED:20230825T212301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T213209Z
UID:837-1694350800-1694361600@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Kelli Wegener Fall Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The stupendous Kelli Wegener\, currently on the McHenry County Board for District Five\, is running for chair of the county board — a tremendously important office\, for which she is well-qualified.  It’s very important that we elect her. \nPlease come on out to her Fall Picnic — have some food and fun\, and learn why Kelli deserves your vote. \nIt’s at the beautiful Veterans Memorial Park at 3400 Pearl Street in McHenry\, on Sunday September 10th\, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  See you there! \nVisit kelli4mchenrycounty.com to learn more\, sign up for her campaign\, and contribute ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/kelli-wegener-fall-picnic/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park\, 3400 Pearl Street\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T180000
DTSTAMP:20230825T220456Z
CREATED:20230825T215502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T220456Z
UID:858-1694340000-1694368800@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Planet Palooza -- make our planet a better place to live !
DESCRIPTION:It’s the second annual Planet Palooza\, dedicated to making our planet a better place to live. \nIt’s on Sunday September 10th in Woodstock Square.  There will be all sorts of information booths\, speakers\, food trucks and live music. \nSpeeches mainly from 11 to 1\, music follows. \nHere’s the event link. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/planet-palooza-make-our-planet-a-better-place-to-live/
LOCATION:Woodstock Square\, 121 West Van Buren Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T203000
DTSTAMP:20230904T145204Z
CREATED:20230904T145204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T145204Z
UID:907-1694115000-1694118600@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:Indivisible Rural Illinois:  Time to Fire Up The Base
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URL:https://d2dems.org/event/indivisible-rural-illinois-time-to-fire-up-the-base/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTSTAMP:20230426T155016Z
CREATED:20230426T155016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T155016Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry Dems Labor Day Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Plan on coming out for our annual shindig in the park. \nThis year\, 2023\, it’s the start of the season for collecting signatures on nominating petitions — always a VERY important thing. \nNext year\, 2024\, it’s the start of the really heavy campaign season. \nA glorious late summer day is guaranteed.  Put it on your calendars. \nMore info to follow.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-dems-labor-day-picnic/
LOCATION:Veterans Acres Park\, 431 Walkup Road\, 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:20230902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T120000
DTSTAMP:20230825T212035Z
CREATED:20230825T211451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T212035Z
UID:831-1693648800-1693656000@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:March with Gloria Van Hof in the LITH Summer Sunset Parade
DESCRIPTION:Walk with Gloria Van Hof and others in the Lake in the Hills “Summer Sunset Parade”.  It’s on Saturday September 2nd.  This one is going to be fun. \nThe parade steps off at 10am at Sunset Skate Park in Lake In the Hills.  (from Crystal Lake\, go west on Ackman to Haligus\, then follow Haligus south and around.) \nCome at 8:30 to help decorate\, or the usual advice for parades – give yourself plenty of time to park and find us.  Info here and on Facebook.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/march-with-gloria-van-hof-in-the-lith-summer-sunset-parade/
LOCATION:Sunset Skate Park\, 5200 Miller Road\, Lake In The Hills\, IL\, 60156\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T180000
DTSTAMP:20230801T194734Z
CREATED:20230801T193457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T194734Z
UID:700-1692446400-1692468000@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:NW Suburbs Organizing for Action (NWSOFA) Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun at the 11th annual picnic of Northwest Suburbs Organizing for Action\, on the shores of beautiful Lake Terramere in Arlington Heights.  There will be delicious food\, exciting conversations and plenty of progressive spirit ! \nClick here to RSVP … but whether you’ve RSVP’d or not\, please join us on the 19th! \nGet ready to chow down on some mouth-watering BBQ\, ENGAGE IN GREAT CONVERSATIONS with your elected\,officials\, candidates\, Democrat’s\, Liberals and Progressive friends\, and join the community in a celebration of togetherness at NWSOFA’s 11th Annual Picnic! \nDon’t miss out on the chance to mingle with fellow progressives and enjoy a day filled with stories of political victories\, laughter\, and memories. Mark your calendars for August 19th and come join the party! \nWe do a broad invitation .. people tend to show up in three groups .. early about 12 .. then meal time about 2 then later 4 to 5 .. have a open mike about 3 pm .. many overlap .. some stay all day .. some arrive early for set up and others stay late till after the sun goes down. \nIt’s always an unique grouping .. .. some take the kayak or paddle boat (have 2 of each available) into the lake .. some swim .. most just enjoy each other’s company and talk! \nAlthough we get about 100+ attend .. since there is a lot of comings and goings .. it always is comfortable (not to many at one time) – Family Friendly! \nNWSOFA provides barbecue\, weather and Pop .. It’s bring a side plate\, snack or desert .. we have a sign up form that is linked to the blue button to the left.. the wild card .. is the weather .. but the house has a walk out basement and on the worst of days we crowd into it till the weather clears up ..
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/nw-suburbs-organizing-for-action-summer-picnic/
LOCATION:Lake Terramere\, 4152 N Terramere Ave\, Arlington Heights\, IL\, 60004\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T120000
DTSTAMP:20230706T134901Z
CREATED:20230615T214124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T134901Z
UID:645-1692176400-1692187200@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:IDCCA County Chairs Brunch featuring Senator Catherine Cortez Masto
DESCRIPTION:Kristina Zahorik\, the chairwoman of the McHenry Dems and the chairwoman of the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association\, writes: \n“I am thrilled to officially announce the 2023 Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Brunch guest speaker is U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada! \nSenator Cortez Masto continues to make history. From her time as Nevada State’s Attorney to becoming the first Latina elected to the U.S. Senate in 2016\, she continues to carry a positive message of freedom and standing up for working families. \nDON’T WAIT – DON’T DELAY\, TICKETS WILL GO QUICKLY! \n\nGet your tickets here\nMain brunch page – ildccabrunch.org\nHotels with discounted rates\n\nThe County Chairs’ Brunch is the largest annual Democratic event in Illinois and one of the Midwest’s premiere Democratic events. It includes Democratic elected officials\, leadership\, County Parties\, grassroots volunteers\, activists and partner organizations. Senator Cortez Masto will be one of our most inspiring speakers\, so I am sure you won’t want to miss out. \nHere are the details to attend in person. If you want to join us virtually\, we’ve got that option\, too. \nWednesday\, August 16\, 2023\nDoors – 7:30am\nProgram – 9:00am\nBank of Springfield Center\n1 Convention Center Plaza Springfield\, IL 62701 \nCan’t wait to see you in Springfield! \nDon’t delay\, buy your ticket today!” \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/idcca-county-chairs-brunch-featuring-senator-catherine-cortez-masto/
LOCATION:Bank of Springfield Center\, 1 Convention Center Plaza\, Springfield\, IL\, 62701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T110000
DTSTAMP:20230727T221846Z
CREATED:20230727T205708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T221846Z
UID:690-1691658000-1691665200@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Board - Committee of the Whole
DESCRIPTION:always fascinating …
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-board-committee-of-the-whole/
LOCATION:McHenry County Administration Building\, 667 Ware Road\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T193000
DTSTAMP:20230804T215251Z
CREATED:20230804T213721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T215251Z
UID:733-1691605800-1691609400@d2dems.org
SUMMARY:End of Session Town Hall with State Rep. Suzanne Ness
DESCRIPTION:Join State Representative Suzanne Ness for an End of Session Legislative Update and Town Hall. Representative Ness will provide updates regarding Longmeadow Bridge\, Randall Road improvements\, and legislation updates. She will also answer your questions regarding the budget\, constituent resources\, and more! \nClick here to RSVP — hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/end-of-session-town-hall-with-state-rep-suzanne-ness/
LOCATION:Algonquin Village Hall\, 2200 Harnish Drive\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T153000
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Zoning Board re Azurite Solar
DESCRIPTION:July’s McHenry County board meeting was a nail-biter\, with the zoning permit for the Surya solar installation approved 9 to 7.  Praise be.  And this shows the insanity of the seven Republican board members who voted against it.  In the summer of 2023\, the hottest in recorded history\, the hottest human beings may have ever experienced\, with fires\, droughts and floods everywhere\, we need solar.  The faster we can build solar the better.  Not to mention that we’re talking jobs\, good jobs\, and tax revenues.  McHenry County needs to be a leader in solar and renewable energy – not a resister. \nThere are zero environmental issues with solar farms – large arrays of photovoltaic panels on racks sitting there generating electricity whenever the sun shines.  No noise\, no pollution of any kind.  Native plants thriving in the areas between and underneath the panels.  Habitat for wildlife.  Rain that hits the panels falls to the ground and runs off exactly as before.  There couldn’t be a better neighbor.   \nAnd we’ve got another solar farm coming up for a vote before the zoning board at Wednesday August 9th at 1:30pm.  This time it’s Azurite Solar\, an Illinois company\, ready to move forward with a solar farm covering 18 acres of a 20 acre parcel south of Harvard\, on the east side of Route 23 just south of Bunker Hill Road – an extremely rural part of our county.   \nReading the application\, they’ve got all their ducks in a row\, there can’t possibly be any reason to oppose\, but nevertheless\, if you can spare the time and have inclination\, it would not be amiss to sit in on the zoning board on Wednesday August 9th at 1:30pm\, the “committee of the whole” at 9:00am on Thursday August 10th\, and/or the full meeting of the board on Tuesday August 15th at the usual 7:00pm.  All at the usual location\, the county building at 667 Ware Road in Woodstock. \nFind all of these meetings at the McHenry County Meeting Portal\, and review the full Azurite Solar application here.  The map is on page 21.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-zoning-board-re-azurite-solar/
LOCATION:McHenry County Administration Building\, 667 Ware Road\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Democratic Women Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:McHenry  County  Democratic Women members — and their friends — are invited to a casual get-together to relax\, discuss issues and socialize. \nLet’s celebrate the indictments we have all been waiting for at our last summer social! If you aren’t a member\, now’s your chance. We are a wonderful group of women who raise money to help wonderful women run for office locally. This is a free event\, but donations welcomed. \nClick here for more info and to RSVP. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-democratic-women-summer-social/
LOCATION:Sofie’s Whiskey & Wine Bar\, 150 S. Eastwood Drive\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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SUMMARY:DPI Chair Lisa Hernandez Listening Tour at the Lake County Dems
DESCRIPTION:Here’s an opportunity not to be missed — meet all the key Democrats in Lake County at the “Listening Tour” with Lisa Hernandez\, chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois. \nIt’s a three-hour event so an important opportunity to really get into details with our state-wide leader Ms. Hernandez. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/dpi-chair-lisa-hernandez-listening-tour-at-the-lake-county-dems/
LOCATION:Lake County Federation of Teachers\, 248 Ambrogio Drive\, Gurnee\, IL\, 60031\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230730T153000
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SUMMARY:Congressperson Bill Foster Town Hall in Crystal Lake
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at the Town Hall with Congressman Bill Foster at the Crystal Lake Public library. The town hall begins at 2:00 PM on Sunday\, July 30th. \nBill will give an update of his work in Washington DC and the District\, answer questions from a constituent panel plus the audience\, and mingle with attendees at the end.  If you’ve never met Bill\, don’t miss this opportunity.  He’s quite an amazing person — scientist\, businessperson\, Democrat. \nThe event is free and a great opportunity to meet with our Representative of the 11th District. You do not need to be a constituent to attend.  Town halls are a great opportunity to get detailed answers to specific questions\, and to let one of our most important elected representatives know what you’re thinking. \nIf you can\, please RSVP here — but if you can’t don’t worry about it\, just come !!!  We want to see you there. \nHosted by Indivisible Northwest IL Crystal Lake.  Hope you can make it ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/congressperson-bill-foster-town-hall-in-crystal-lake/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake Public Library\, 126 Paddock Street\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T130000
DTSTAMP:20230426T012508Z
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SUMMARY:March with McHenry Dems in the Algonquin Founders Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Please join our Democratic Party of McHenry County contingent in the Algonquin Founders Day Parade on Saturday\, July 22nd. It’s always fun\, and it’s really important that we have a sizable group. It helps people see that it’s okay to be publicly known as a Democrat\, and be willing to join us. As the saying goes: “Gay people came out — trans people came out — we Dems need to come out too!” We always get a positive reaction from the crowds watching along the route. \nAssemble around 10am near the corner of Eastgate and Algonquin Road — you can find the assembly area either from Longwood or Hubbard.  The parade steps off at 11:00 am and proceeds west along Algonquin Road\, then turns south on Main Street and finishes at Madison Street. \nThe parade is sponsored by the Algonquin Founders Day Committee — see the full schedule of events here\, and get detailed info about the parade here.  See you on July 22nd.  A glorious summer day is guaranteed.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/march-with-mchenry-dems-in-the-algonquin-founders-day-parade/
LOCATION:Eastgate and Algonquin Road\, Eastgate and Algonquin Road\, Algonquin\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230702T150000
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SUMMARY:March with McHenry Dems in the Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Please join our Democratic Party of McHenry County contingent in the Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade on Sunday\, July 2nd.  It’s always fun\, and it’s really important that we have a sizable group.  It helps people see that it’s okay to be publicly known as a Democrat\, and be willing to join us.  As the saying goes:  “Gay people came out — trans people came out — we Dems need to come out too!”  We always get a positive reaction from the crowds watching along the route. \nAssemble at noon in the large lot behind the Crystal Lake Municipal Complex at 100 West Woodstock Street\, just west of downtown.  The parade steps off at 1:00 pm and proceeds down Dole Avenue towards the Dole Mansion. \nThere’s plenty of parking in the Metra lots near the assembly point\, and it’s always a good idea to position a car near the ending point in the parking lots for South Elementary School at 601 Golf Road or Lundahl Middle School at 560 Nash Road\, so you can ferry people back to the starting point. \nThe parade is sponsored by the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce.  See you on July 2nd.  A glorious summer day is guaranteed. \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/march-with-mchenry-dems-in-the-crystal-lake-independence-day-parade/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake City Hall\, 100 West Woodstock Street\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230626T190000
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SUMMARY:Maria for 52:  Maria Peterson for State Rep
DESCRIPTION:Please join the “Maria for 52” Exploratory Committee in this important fundraiser for Maria Peterson\, running in 2024 for State Representative in Illinois House District 52. \nClick here to contribute and reserve your spot ! \nMaria Peterson is a lifelong believer in Service before Politics.  Maria grew up in the Western Suburbs of Chicago in a hard-working\, middle-class family. \nAfter attending public schools\, Maria attended Loyola University of Chicago\, where she double majored in Criminal Justice and Organizational Communications\, and interned as a mediator with the Chicago Justice Center. It was there that she met her soul mate and husband\, Ken Peterson. She then attended the John Marshall Law School\, where she learned to be an effective and compassionate advocate\, writing letters to call out stores or employers that discriminated against the local Latinos in Melrose Park. After passing the Bar\, Maria opted to become an attorney at the U.S. Department of Labor litigating workplace safety violations and arguing on behalf of coal miners during the Black Lung hearings to fight for the benefits they were due. \nTwenty-five years ago\, Maria and Ken moved their family to the Barrington area from Chicago for less density\, more green space\, and lower taxes. As a retired attorney raising her three sons in the Northwest Suburbs\, Maria started and ran her woman-owned company\, FitCore\, Inc.\, to help those who needed continued strength training after being released from physical therapy\, in addition to offering personal training and small group exercise classes. \nClick here to contribute and reserve your spot ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/maria-for-52-maria-peterson-for-state-rep/
LOCATION:Strawberry Moon\, 204 South Main Street\, Wauconda\, IL\, 60084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T150000
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Juneteenth Freedom Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth is Freedom Day\, commemorating the emancipation of African-American slaves in the United States\, and thanks to some enlightened legislators\, now a federal holiday. \nPlease join us for the Juneteenth—Freedom Day Festival\, on the Square in Woodstock\, IL on Saturday\, June 17 from 3-5:30 pm.  It will be a historic celebration of Black Emancipation featuring speakers\, musical performances (featuring the awesome Ms. Darlene Benton)\, readings\, food trucks\, vendors\, and fun family activities. \nHosted by Gloria Van Hof. Free and open to the public. Information at the Facebook page and the Facebook Event invitation. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-county-juneteenth-freedom-day-festival/
LOCATION:Woodstock Square\, 121 West Van Buren Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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