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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T190000
DTSTAMP:20230802T150108Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T150108Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230730T140000
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T130000
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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
DTSTAMP:20230426T005432Z
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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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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T173000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T170000
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SUMMARY:McHenry Democrats Flag Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The United States of America is the birthplace of the modern idea of a democratic government — a government of the people\, by the people\, and for the people — and for the concept that no matter where we were born\, as citizens the country and the government is for ALL of us.  Freedom\, human rights\, individual liberty\, tolerance\, separation of church and state — in the modern world all of these concepts were first implemented right here.  Something we can all be justly proud of. \nFlag Day was established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 to honor our democratic heritage and principles as embodied in the American flag.  Please join us on June 14th to celebrate the American flag.  It’s a picnic — but not JUST a picnic.  We’ll hear from Kelli Wegener\, McHenry County board member for District 5\, speaking on the fascinating history of the American flag.  (Did Betsy Ross really sew the first flag\, and who the heck was Betsy anyway?) \nHope you can come on out and join us in Veterans Memorial Park in McHenry on what is sure to be a glorious late Spring day.   Bring your lawn chairs and your own food and drink\, or chow down on our hot dogs\, sausage\, and soft drinks.  We’ll have small flags and buttons to give away.  Tables can be set up surrounding the picnic shelter for progressive organizations\, and candidates. Donations optional. \nPlease RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/239678145225116 \nFor more information please contact Terry Kappel at tkappel@hotmail.com or 779-302-6212.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/flag-day/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park\, 3400 Pearl Street\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Democratic Party of McHenry County":MAILTO:info@mchenrydems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230611T110000
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SUMMARY:Woodstock Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:It’s the annual Gay Pride Fest in the central square of Woodstock\, and it’s always huge (and it’s going to be even bigger this year\, given the ongoing attacks on LGBT+ people.)  And it’s always really\, really fun\, interesting and informative.  And if anything illustrates the truth of adage\, “an attack on one of us\, is an attack on all of us\,” it’s the hysteria now being whipped up by Republican politicans against gay and trans people. \nIt’s two entire days — Saturday and Sunday June 10th and 11th — and the parade is at 11:00 am on Sunday.  The festival and promenade continues all afternoon up through 5:00 pm.  There are a LOT of events. \nHere’s the event on Facebook\, here’s the main public Woodstock Pride group on Facebook\, and here’s the private Woodstock Pride group on Facebook — join the group to learn more. \nClick here to RSVP to march with us McHenry Dems.  A glorious late Spring weekend is guaranteed.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/woodstock-pride/
LOCATION:Woodstock Square\, 121 West Van Buren Street\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T210000
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SUMMARY:NCJW's "Women of Justice" Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Put this one on your calenar and plan not to miss it !!!!!  It’s the 2023 “Women of Justice” Awards Dinner of the National Council of Jewish Women\, Chicago North Shore Section. \nHonoring Lorie Chaiten and Jill Lexier and featuring keynote speaker Jill Wine-Banks\, author of The Watergate Girl\, MSNBC legal analyst and co-host of the #SisterInLaw and IGenPolitics podcasts. \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/ncjws-women-of-justice-awards-dinner/
LOCATION:East Bank Club\, 500 N Kingsbury St\, IL\, 60654\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230604T200000
DTSTAMP:20230527T145324Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230527T145324Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Dems "State of the State" presentation
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Lake County Democrats for a briefing from many of our Lake County Democratic State Senators and State Representatives.  Get the latest on the recently concluded spring 2023 legislative session. \nIt’s happening on Sunday\, June 4\, 2023\, at 7:00 pm.  Free\, online\, and open to Democrats.  Please click here to register. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/lake-dems-state-of-the-state-presentation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T133000
DTSTAMP:20230527T142605Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230527T142605Z
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SUMMARY:Wear Orange Rally:  Gun Violence Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:The tragedy of senseless gun violence in America keeps getting worse\, as Republican politicians stoke fear and hysteria and remain indifferent to the lives lost and ruined and the horrors experienced by survivors\, families\,  bystanders\, police and first responders. \nPlease join Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America for Wear Orange:  National Gun Violence Awareness Day.  Wear Orange is a time for everyone in our community to come together to show our collective power in addressing gun violence. \nIt’s all happening at 12:00 noon on Saturday\, June 3rd\, on the north side of Northwest Highway (US Route 14) by the Binny’s in Crystal Lake.  Please click here to RSVP. \nWhen Chicago high school student Hadiya Pendleton was shot and killed in 2013\, her friends turned their grief into action and wore orange to raise awareness about gun violence prevention.  On the first weekend in June\, we’ll honor all lives taken and wounded by gun violence as part of National Gun Violence Awareness Day. We’ll continue to turn Illinois orange as we bring together all members of our community to show our solidarity as we stand together to prevent gun violence. \nJoin us in front of the Binny’s in Crystal Lake at Noon on Saturday\, June 3\, where we will rally together\, mothers\, others\, and children (kid-friendly event) to show our power. Please park in the outer parking spaces (to the east of Binny’s\, not in front of it)\, wear orange\, and bring signs of remembrance for those lost to gun violence. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/wear-orange-gun-violence-awareness-day/
LOCATION:In front of Binny’s\, 5380 Northwest Highway\, Crystal Lake\, 60014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T203000
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SUMMARY:Picnic with Districts 8 and 9:  Together We Can
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to hang out and chow down with your fellow Democrats — the NICEST people — while watching the sun go down over the Kishwaukee valley\, on a sure-to-be-gorgeous day\, in one of the most beautiful places in our county\, maybe THE most beautiful place in our county\, the Marengo Ridge Conservation District. \nIt’s the annual McHenry Dems picnic for county board districts 8 and 9\, including Huntley\, Marengo\, Union\, Harvard\, Richmond and Hebron.  We’ll be in picnic shelter two\, the first one you come to.  It’s a hot dog extravaganza\, we’ll have plenty of delicious all-beef hot dogs\, and vegetarian ones also\, and plenty of fixings to make a true “Chicago dog”. \nCome on out and bring the kids — find more information and RSVP here — if you’re thinking of coming please RSVP so we’ll have an idea of how many folks are coming — or reach out to Cathy Johnson or Pat Lawlor at district9@mchenrydems.org or district8@mchenrydems.org\, respectively.  It’s a mere $5 per person\, payable at the picnic\, and please RSVP by May 24th. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/picnic-with-districts-8-and-9-together-we-can/
LOCATION:IL
ORGANIZER;CN="Democratic Party of McHenry County":MAILTO:info@mchenrydems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T193000
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SUMMARY:Voices of Courage:  Care Is Not A Crime\, with John Oliver
DESCRIPTION:Please join Physicians for Reproductive Health for Voices of Courage:  Care Is Not A Crime\, a benefit celebrating courageous voices against the criminalization of reproductive health care. \nHonoring Dr. Bhavik Kumar and Dr. DeShawn Taylor\, and with special guests John Oliver and Olivia Julianna.  Full bios here — check em out! \nNearly one year after the overturn of Roe v. Wade\, the PRH community will come together to honor some of the most courageous abortion providers who show up every day to care for their communities while facing escalating political attacks\, harassment\, and criminalization. \nIt’s all happening on Tuesday\, May 23\, 2023 at the City Winery in New York City at 6:30 – 8:30 PM Eastern time and live on YouTube.  From 5:30 to 7:30 pm for us midwesterners. \nGet your tickets here — virtual tickets are only $13 and you won’t want to miss this !!!!! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/voices-of-courage-care-is-not-a-crime/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T190000
DTSTAMP:20230428T192836Z
CREATED:20230428T190939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T192836Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Board Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The McHenry County Mental Health Board invites you to a Town Hall Meeting.  Your input can make a difference in how our county supports residents in matters of mental health\, intellectual / developmental disabilities\, and substance use.  Come share your thoughts on issues that matter to you and the  ommunity.  It’s all about working together to provide quality services for all citizens of McHenry County. \nFor more information\, or to provide written feedback please email: informationrequest@mc708.org\nor call 815.455.2828
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mental-health-board-town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:Mental Health Board\, 620 Dakota Street\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T210000
DTSTAMP:20230409T232030Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230409T232030Z
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SUMMARY:Planned Parenthood of Illinois Annual Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Please join Planned Parenthood of Illinois for their Annual Celebration. \nGet your tickets here ! \nHybrid Event\nWe are excited to celebrate at The Geraghty in Chicago and virtually for those unable to attend in person. \nJoin us as we come together to celebrate the unwavering dedication of the Planned Parenthood of Illinois’ (PPIL) community of health care staff\, patients\, board\, volunteers\, and supporters. With impending regional anti-choice legislation\, threats to transgender youth and LGBTQIA+ rights\, potential bans on medication abortion\, your support will ensure we continue to break down barriers for our patients and advance sexual and reproductive health care in Illinois – no matter what! \nWe are thrilled to present Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) with the 2023 Legacy Award for their steadfast and passionate support of equity and health care for everyone. Felicia Davis Blakley\, CFW President & CEO and an outspoken advocate and partner in our work\, will accept the award. \nIn-Person Event\nThe Geraghty\n2520 S. Hoyne Ave.\nChicago\, IL 60608 \n5:30pm VIP Reception\n6:30pm Main Event\n7:00pm Program and Seated Dinner \nIn-person guests will be required to follow state and local mask mandates. Proof of vaccination required for entry at the event. \nVirtual Event\n7:00pm Program \nThe virtual link will be sent out to guests the week of the event. \nCo-Chairs\nS. Mayumi “Umi” Grigsby\, Esq.\nDr. Susan Kalt\nStacey Sherr Michelon
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/planned-parenthood-of-illinois-annual-celebration/
LOCATION:The Geraghty\, 2520 S Hoyne Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T130000
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SUMMARY:Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky's Ultimate Women's Power Lunch
DESCRIPTION:We’re so happy to have Jan Schakowsky as one of the stupendous\, always pro-choice people that represent us in Congress. Jan’s 2023 Annual Ultimate Women’s Power Lunch\, always an amazing event\, will be held on Friday\, May 5th\, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel at noon. Join us! \nPlease join us for this inspiring event this year! Click here to join us. \nAs Lauren Beth Gash reports\, “Jan was my seatmate in the state legislature many years ago. I just love her\, and was so honored to be one of the two co-chairs of her wildly successful (and sold-out) 3000-person Annual Power Lunch featuring Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi right before Covid. This year we’re looking forward to hearing from former Congresswoman and Black Caucus Chair Karen Bass\, who was recently elected as the first Black American woman Mayor of Los Angeles. We’ll also get to hear from Congresswoman Katherine Clark\, the Democratic Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives. And others.” \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/congresswoman-jan-schakowskys-ultimate-womens-power-lunch/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Chicago\, 301 East North Water Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T153000
DTSTAMP:20230421T133451Z
CREATED:20230421T131006Z
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SUMMARY:Lobby Day in Springfield with Planned Parenthood IL Action
DESCRIPTION:Please join Planned Parenthood Illinois Action\, Personal PAC and Illinois NOW for Lobby Day.  It’s time to head back to Springfield to let our lawmakers know that reproductive rights must be at the top of the agenda this year. \nClick here to RSVP … \nPersonal PAC will be coordinating transportation between Chicago and Springfield and Planned Parenthood Illinois Action will be providing training\, lunch\, T-SHIRTS\, and everything you will need for a successful day. \nWe’ll be advocating for increased Title X funding\, comprehensive sexual health education in schools\, data privacy provisions\, as well as putting an end to the deceptive practices of crisis pregnancy centers.
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/lobby-day-in-springfield-with-planned-parenthood-il-action/
LOCATION:Illinois State Capitol Building\, 401 South Second Street\, Springfield\, IL\, 62701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T200000
DTSTAMP:20230418T193728Z
CREATED:20230418T193409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193728Z
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SUMMARY:Town Hall Hosted by County Board Member Kelli Wegener
DESCRIPTION:Please join McHenry County Board Member Kelli Wegener and McHenry Township Assessor Mary Mahady. \nTalk about anything\, and get your questions answered\, including understanding and reducing your property tax bill\, what does the county board do (important stuff!)\, and how to avoid scams. \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/town-hall-hosted-by-county-board-member-kelli-wegener/
LOCATION:Nunda Township Office\, 3510 Bay Road\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T123000
DTSTAMP:20230423T003438Z
CREATED:20230417T000157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230423T003438Z
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SUMMARY:A Woman Called Harriet:  Seven Who Slayed the Dragon of Slavery
DESCRIPTION:A Presentation by Gloria Van Hof\, researcher\, author & educator \nA hybrid event — in person at the Tree of Life Unitarian Congregation\, 5603 Bull Valley Road\, McHenry — please RSVP to info@mcccprochoice.org if attennding in person… \nOr online by Zoom – Click here to register \nWomen have battled cruelty and injustice from the beginning of time\, in foreign lands and right here in the U.S. where they fought to abolish slavery\, often a great risk to themselves and their families. Presenter Gloria Van Hof will focus on the personal stories and contribution of seven of these courageous women\, all named Harriet. \nJoin us to learn more about these daring women who helped to slay the dragon of slavery. \nSponsored by McHenry County Citizens for Choice\, McHenry County NOW\, Standing Up Against Racism Woodstock\, and the Social Justice Committee of the Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation. \nGloria grew up in Aliceville\, Alabama and moved to Illinois in 1974 and McHenry County in 1976. She earned an Associate Degree in Industrial Engineering\, an Associate Degree in General Education\, a Bachelor’s Degree in English\, and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Currently Gloria serves on the McHenry County Board and continues to volunteer for numerous organizations in\nthe community. \nGloria has researched\, lectured\, and written extensively on the Underground Railroad in Illinois and in neighboring states. She has developed curriculum and lectured at numerous schools\, libraries\, historical societies. A few of the universities where Gloria has lectured include: Loyola University\, Roosevelt University\, and the University of Chicago. \nGloria has organized several Underground Railroad tours in McHenry\, Lake\, and Cook Counties. She has been introduced as an “Expert on the Underground Railroad” to audiences in Illinois and Wisconsin. Her publications include Heroes and Heroines of the Underground Railroad\, Contributors to the Cause and The Underground Railroad Had Depots Here. \nGloria’s fascination with the Underground Railroad began in 1980 with a question from her late daughter\, Anginetti Urch\, who was eight-years-old at the time. Netta had just returned home after spending the night with a classmate who lived in the stately mansion in Hebron\, Illinois. Her question was: “Mom\, did you know that the Mansion Farm was a stop on the Underground Railroad?”
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/a-woman-called-harriet-seven-who-slayed-the-dragon-of-slavery/
LOCATION:Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 5603 Bull Valley Road\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T193000
DTSTAMP:20230418T140528Z
CREATED:20230418T134034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T140528Z
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SUMMARY:NOW's Feminist State of the Union\, featuring Hillary Clinton
DESCRIPTION:Please join the National Organization for Women for the Second Annual Feminist State of the Union\, featuring five stupendous feminist leaders:  Hillary Rodham Clinton (needs no introduction!); Joseline Garcia\, Co-Founder & Executive Director at UN-PAC; Dr. C. Nicole Mason\, President and CEO Emeritus of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR); Margaret Haung\, President and CEO of the Southern Poverty Law Center; Maya Wiley\, President and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and The Leadership Conference Education Fund; and Janai Nelson\, President and Director-Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. \nClick here to register … Click here for more info …  Click here for full speaker bios … \nNOW’s president Christian Nunes writes\, “I am excited and honored to announce that former Secretary of State and feminist icon\, the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton will join me for a special conversation about the current state of feminism as part of this important event.  As a woman who has dedicated her life to breaking barriers and advancing women’s rights\, Secretary Clinton will offer an invaluable perspective as we take on new challenges that prevent us from achieving full equality.” \n“It’s been a transformative year for women – one that’s given rise to unprecedented attacks on our rights\, our bodies\, our voices\, and our very identities as Americans. From catastrophic abortion bans to hundreds of new anti-LGBTQIA+ bills (since January alone) to attempts to ban basic discussions around menstruation\, it’s clear that without real\, tangible action\, women face an increasingly Dystopian future. In this environment\, it’s vital that we – as feminists – consider the true state of our union and what we must do to change course. To facilitate discussions around these critical topics\, we invite you to join us for the second annual Feminist State of the Union virtual event on April 27\, 2023.” \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/feminist-state-of-the-union-featuring-hillary-clinton/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T220000
DTSTAMP:20230418T143836Z
CREATED:20230418T143224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T143836Z
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SUMMARY:Suzanne Ness's Join The Party Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Please join our very own\, State Representative Suzanne Ness\, for her ‘Join The Party’ Birthday Bash and Fundraiser. \nGet your tickets here ! \nSuzanne was elected to the McHenry County Board in 2018\, to the Illinois legislature in 2020\, and then re-elected just last year (and in a substantially revamped district.)  She is a true and strong progressive voice\, and in just a couple of years has distinguished herself as a strong voice for working families. \nThis should be the party of the Spring — don’t miss — hope to see you there ! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/suzanne-nesss-join-the-party-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:The Ashbury\, 1 Douglas Avenue\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T203000
DTSTAMP:20230416T211138Z
CREATED:20230416T211138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T211138Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry Dems April monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the regular monthly meeting of the McHenry Dems.  Come on out\, meet the folks who are working to make a difference.  We Dems aren’t perfect\, but if Republicans get elected\, you can count on everything getting steadily worse. \nMeetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm\, at McHenry County College\, normally in Luecht Auditorium — park on the south side and go in the door marked ‘Luecht Auditorium’. \nClick here for more info and to RSVP.  Open to all Democrats.  As our chairwoman Kristina Zahorik likes to say when opening the meetings\, “If you are a Democrat\, you are in the right place!” \n  \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/mchenry-dems-april-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:20230415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T210000
DTSTAMP:20230318T193257Z
CREATED:20230318T192658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230318T193257Z
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SUMMARY:Paint the County Blue:  the McHenry Dems annual "Jefferson Dinner"
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the annual fundraising dinner for the Democratic Party of McHenry County.  Don’t miss this sure-to-be-stupendous event. \nLearn more and get your tickets here !! \nWe are Painting the County Blue!  Celebrate with us the growth and accomplishments of our Party this past year at our annual Thomas Jefferson Dinner. \nWe are excited to announce the Hon. Lisa Hernandez\, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair\, will be a featured speaker! In addition\, we will be hearing from our very own State Representative Suzanne Ness. \nSocialize at a cocktail hour that includes a cash bar\, hors d’oeuvres\, and raffle. Shop the incredible silent auction baskets we are putting together. Then enjoy a 3-course dinner followed by dessert and coffee. Still just $100/person or $1\,000 for a table of ten. Sponsorships are also available – please contact Kristina at chair@mchenrydems.org. \nThis event regularly sells out so RSVP now! \nEvening program:\n6:00 p.m. — Registration and cocktails\n6:45 p.m. — Seating for Dinner\n7:00 p.m. — Speakers and presentations\n9:00 p.m. — Adjourn \nDinner Menu:\nSoup and salad\, London Broil\, baked potato\, dessert and coffee\n(Contact Cindy to request an alternate meal at events@mchenrydems.org.) \nLearn more and get your tickets here !! \n 
URL:https://d2dems.org/event/paint-the-county-blue-the-mchenry-dems-annual-jefferson-dinner/
LOCATION:Prairie Lodge\, 12860 Del Webb Blvd\, Huntley\, IL\, 60142\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Democratic Party of McHenry County":MAILTO:info@mchenrydems.org
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