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If you've never taken the plunge to get involved in political action, we encourage you to get to know us by attending a meeting. We are a growing local party, but we need more people like you to step up and share your perspective. We are building teams of people to tackle projects like data entry and analytics, voter registration, special events, social media and content management, and candidate support and canvassing.


 

Monday, October 02, 2023 at 06:00 PM · 6 RSVPs
Bopps Bar & Grille in Harvard, IL

District 8 - Roundtable Discussion

District 8 Roundtable Discussion
Chemung, Hartland, Dunham & Alden

This is your chance to meet and talk with like-minded voters!

We will have an open discussion with local Democrats including candidates for the upcoming primary on March 19, 2024. We have petitions to share. Remember, candidates need signatures to get their names on the ballot in the primary.  Let's talk about the latest goings on in our amazing state and County.  Expect a stimulating conversation!

Please bring a friend! Know a Union member?  Bring them - unions are important supporters!

When - October 2, 6-7:30 pm
Where - Bopps Bar & Grille, 103 E Fromt St, Harvard

Please RSVP to attend.

Pat Lawlor, D8


Tuesday, October 03, 2023 at 06:00 PM · 4 RSVPs
Trio Grill in Marengo, IL

District 8 & 9 - Roundtable Discussion

Districts 8 and 9
Roundtable Discussion with Marengo, Union and Rural Woodstock

This is your chance to meet and talk with like-minded voters from Marengo, Seneca, Riley, and Coral. 

We will have an open discussion with local Democrats including candidates for the upcoming primary on March 19, 2024. We have petitions to share. Remember, candidates need signatures to get their names on the ballot in the primary.  Let's talk about the latest goings on in our amazing state and County.  Expect a stimulating conversation!

Please bring a friend. Know any Union members?  Bring them - unions are important supporters!

When:  October 3rd at 6-7:30 pm
Where:  Trio Grill, 101 Franks Rd, Marengo

Looking forward to seeing you,

Pat Lawlor, D8 Chair & Cathy Johnson, D9 Chair


Wednesday, October 04, 2023 at 06:00 PM · 4 RSVPs
Red Dogs Sandwiches in Richmond, IL

District 8 - Roundtable Discussion

District 8 Roundtable Discussion
Richmond and Hebron

This is your chance to meet and talk with like-minded voters!

We will have an open discussion with local Democrats including candidates for the upcoming primary on March 19, 2024. We have petitions to share. Remember, candidates need signatures to get their names on the ballot in the primary.  Let's talk about the latest goings on in our amazing state and County.  Expect a stimulating conversation!

Please bring a friend! Know a Union member?  Bring them - unions are important supporters!

When - October 4, 6-7:30 pm
Where - Red Dogs Sandwiches, 11011 N Rt. 12, Richmond

Please RSVP to attend.

Pat Lawlor, D8


Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 08:30 AM
Oruga Social in Crystal Lake, IL

Lead Like Lincoln Breakfast: A Fundraiser for Suzanne Ness

Join Suzanne and the host committee this year, on October 14th, at Oruga Social and support her in her efforts for re-election! She will be recognizing an individual from the D66 community for her CAP award, and will be joined by a guest speaker that's to be announced!

Please note this event is by reservation only.  Invite your friends!

3rd Annual Lead Like Lincoln Breakfast
Saturday, October 14th
Oruga Social, 1000 S McHenry Ave, Crystal Lake, IL

Check-in at 8:30 am
Breakfast Buffet: $66 each, $126 per couple or $566 per table
For more information and to register click here or go to the Facebook event.

Sponsorship details:
🥉 Bronze sponsor - includes two tickets and event recognition: $500
🥈 Silver sponsor - Includes two tickets and event recognition: $1,500
🥇 Gold sponsor - Includes four tickets and event recognition: $2,500
🏆 Presidential sponsor - Includes eight tickets and event recognition: $5,000

Click here to sponsor: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/lead-like-lincoln-2023

https://citizensforsuzanneness.com/3rd-annual-lead-like-lincoln-campaign-fundraiser/


Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 07:00 PM

Central Committee Meeting

Join us in the Conference Center

Agenda

  • 7:00 p.m. — Doors open 
  • 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
  • Chair's Message
  • Reports - Officers/Districts
    • VChair 
    • Secretary / Tech / Data Team
    • Treasurer
    • Events - Jefferson Dinner Recap / Upcoming
    • Membership Recruitment / VB
    • Attorney
  • 8:30 p.m. — Adjourn
Invite a friend to attend the meeting!

Introduce a friend or neighbor to grassroots politics and help us grow the Party.


Friday, October 27, 2023 at 06:00 PM
The Field Museum in Chicago, IL

Inaugural DPI Gala Featuring US Senator Raphael Warnock

DPI INAUGURAL GALA
featuring SEN REV RAPHAEL WARNOCK

Join Special Guests Governor JB Pritzker, Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, President Don Harmon, Speaker Chris Welch, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Democratic Party of IL Chair Lisa Hernandez with Keynote Speaker Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock for the inaugural Democratic Party of Illinois Gala. 

RSVP here - ticket prices are $150 and up.

 

Paid for by the Democratic Party of Illinois. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

All funds solicited in connection with this event are by the Democratic Party of Illinois, and not by Senator Warnock, Senator Durbin, or Senator Duckworth.


The Democratic Party of McHenry County