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Events list, Aug 20 Edition
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SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTEvents of interest in and near the 6th Congressional District
Beginning August 20
August 20 (Sunday), 1-5 p.m. (arrive about 12:30), also August 21 (Monday) through August 25 (Friday), 6 - 8 p.m. and August 26 (Saturday): Canvas for Rob Bisceglie. Canvassing is crucial to Rob's winning this race for the 45th district representative seat! Canvassing often starts at Rob's Campaign Office, 644 E. Irving Park Rd in Roselle, but if canvassing in the south section of the district, canvassers meet in the precinct, or at a nearby location. Contact Rob's campaign manager, Alex Eaton, at alexeaton5@yahoo.com; phone: (630) 523-5748 or -5749 for more information and to let him know you are coming.
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August 20 (Sunday) 1 p.m. (repeats every Sunday): Hanover Township Democrats & Independents (HanDI) Precinct Outreach (Weekend). We are WALKING and CALLING to introduce: 1) HanDI to Hanover Township voters; 2) Tammy Duckworth, 6th Congressional District candidate; 3) Other candidates, as appropriate. Help support this grassroot's effort to have OUR VOICES heard by our federal, state & county government representatives. If interested in reaching out by phone, tell us how many phone calls you are willing to make this week: 10 or 20 or 30 or ???? Normally, 30 calls can be made in one hour. For canvassing, join us at Super Target-Starbuck/Deli seating area before we head out to the assigned precinct. Address: Rte 59/Sutton Rd & Irving Park Rd, Streamwood.
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August 20 (Sunday), 1-3 p.m. Join Tammy Duckworth for a neighborhood ice cream social in Elk Grove Village! We'll be at: 740 North Parkway, Elk Grove Village, IL. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 20 (Sunday), 6 - 8 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Winfield. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 0N 627, Winfield, IL
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August 21 (Monday), 7-8:d0 p.m.: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems general meeting of members. We will be planning activities on behalf of candidates we have voted to support. Please come! Venue: Helen Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard, IL, 60148 -- handicapped accessible. Phone Number: 630-627-0316.
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August 21 (Monday), 7 p.m.: Wayne Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting at Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, (NW corner of Bartlett and Stearns Roads), Bartlett, Illinois This will include precinct committeeman canvassing training from the Duckworth Campaign.
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August 22 (Tuesday), 5:30 p.m.: Professionals for Lisa Madigan Summer Soiree, sponsored by Citizens for Lisa Madigan. Madigan is seeking a second term as Illinois Attorney General. There will be an open bar and appetizers served. Location: Rock Bottom Brewery, 2nd Floor, 1 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago. Chair: $1,000; Sponsor: $500; Host Committee: $300; Guest $50. Contact: Nicole Friedman, nfriedman@lisamadigan.org 312-670-0606. RSVP by phone, e-mail or on-line at www.lisamadigan.org.
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August 23 (Wednesday) 6 p.m. (repeats every Wednesday): Hanover Township Democrats & Independents (HanDI) Precinct Outreach. We are WALKING and CALLING to introduce: 1) HanDI to Hanover Township voters; 2) Tammy Duckworth, 6th Congressional District candidate; 3) Other candidates, as appropriate. Help support this grassroot's effort to have OUR VOICES heard by our federal, state & county government representatives. If interested in reaching out by phone, tell us how many phone calls you are willing to make this week: 10 or 20 or 30 or ???? Normally, 30 calls can be made in one hour. For canvassing, join us at Super Target-Starbuck/Deli seating area before we head out to the assigned precinct. Address: Rte 59/Sutton Rd & Irving Park Rd, Streamwood.
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August 23 (Wednesday), 6 p.m.: Support Nick Lampson's Campaign Against Tom DeLay. Nick Lampson is the Democratic nominee for Congress in Texas who will run against Tom DeLay. He's coming to Chicago, and you can join him and show your support as he tries to win DeLay's seat for the Democrats. Honorary Chair's of this event are Congressman Rahm Emanuel and Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. The cost to attend is $50 for individual tickets, which includes beer, wine and Garrett's famous Tater Tots! At Garrett Ripley's, 712 N Clark, Chicago. For more details call or e-mail Mia Phifer, miaphifer@aol.com -- 312-464-0260.
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August 26 (Saturday), 10 a.m.: Blue Basin Canvassing in 46th Legislative District. This is a great training session for anyone who has never canvassed before. Professional trainers will be there to help you every step of the way. We'll even Starts at Vosicky Campaign Headquarters, 105 Maple Avenue, Elmhurst. For more Information: Call 630-758-0100 or email: info@joevosicky.com.
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August 26 (Saturday), 2 p.m.: Come join Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization for the anuall Glendale Heights Parade and Picnic! Line up at 2:00PM, step off at 3:00, Park at Americana School and shuttle to the step off point, Then join us for some summertime food and fun at the Home of Tim and Isabelle Baldwin, 1608 Van Meter in Glendale Heights (just west of the Americana School) Suggested donation is $10.00. Kids 12 and under are FREE.
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August 27 (Sunday), 1 - 3 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Lombard. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 1S445 School Street, Lombard, IL. Interested? Contact Nicole at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com
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August 27 (Sunday), 3 - 5 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Carol Stream. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 2N185 Pleasant Hill Rd., Carol Stream, IL. Interested? Contact Shira or Nishith at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com .
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September 2 (Saturday), 12-5 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Organization 2nd Annual Labor Day Picnic (supported by York Township anad Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organizations). Join us for food, beverages, fun, laughs, entertainment. Meet your Democratic candidates, Democratic representatives, our volunteers, and your township leadership teams. 2006 is our year! Location: Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve, North Shelter (Wood Dale Rd. north of Lake St., just before Oak Meadows Golf Course. RSVP to Art Remus, 630-832-1525.
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September 4 (Monday), various times and locations: Labor Day Parades with numerous candidates and Democratic organizations.
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September 4 (Monday), 9 a.m.: Naperville Township Democratic Party, Last Fling Parade, contact naperville@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 4 (Monday), 9 a.m.: Join the Schaumburg Area Democrats and HanDI in Schaumburg's 36th annual Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day morning. Line-up is on Wise Road between Roselle Road and east to Plum Grove Road starting at 8:30 a.m. Wise Road will close between Roselle and Plum Grove Roads at 9 a.m. The parade features the Parade Marshal, Maggie Atcher and the Great Lakes Navy Band. Additional details as they become available with be posted at www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=113... Parade website: www.ci.schaumburg.il.us/fest/htm...
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September 4 (Monday), time and location TBA. Labor Day Volunteer Bash at Joe Vosicky's house. "Join us for a celebration as we kick off the last couple months of the campaign." If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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September 6 (Wednesday), 7:30 p.m.: York Township Democratic Organization monthly meeting is the 1st Wedneday of each month; Lombard Park District's Log Cabin, 16th Street and Main in Lombard, south of Roosevelt and north of 22nd at the light. Refreshments served. Contact Chairman Bob Wagner at 771-5552 or york@dupagedemocrats.org with questions.
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September 6 (Wednesday) 7 p.m.: Naperville-Aurora DFA-Link Membership Meeting. At 95th Street Naperville Public Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr (corner of RT59 & 95th Street), Naperville.
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September 6 (Wednesday) 7 p.m.: Great Lakes Progressives Institute (Rolling Meadows DFA-Link Meeting). At Rolling Meadows DFA, 2885 W.Algonquin Rd, Rolling Meadows.
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September 7 (Thursday): Literature from Democratic Party of DuPage County candidates due at the county campaign office, 1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave)
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September 10 (Sunday) 1:30 p.m.: Anti-Defammation League: "Walk Together." On the afternoon of Sunday, September 10th, an estimated crowd of 2,500 people will gather at the Grant Statue in Lincoln Park to participate in the Anti-Defamation League's second annual "WalkTogether," a 5K walk and run. This ethnically diverse crowd comes together on this day to celebrate diversity and stomp out hate and to promote ADL's primary mission, "to secure justice and fair treatment for all'. ADL WalkTogether kicks off with children's musician, Mindy Hester, a hip-hop warm-up and an opening ceremony, followed immediately by the start of the walk/run. Participants will follow a 5k (3.1 mile) certified course with the world's most beautiful skyline as a backdrop. Along the route will be musical entertainment reflecting some of Chicago's diverse cultures, and a post-event party, featuring musical entertainment by Funkadesi, will end the day on a festive note. Proceeds from this family-friendly event benefit ADL's programs, which help keep our world safe by investigating, educating, and protecting- to ensure civil rights for all. To register for this event, please visit www.adlwalktogether.org or contact Rebecca Gruenspan, ADL Associate Director of Development at (312)782-5080, ext. 243 for more information on how you can volunteer.
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September 12 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m.: Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization monthly regular meeting, the second Tuesday of each month. This month the BTDO will meet at the Glen side Public Library, 25 E. Fullerton (corner of President St. and Fullerton), Glendale Heights. The public is welcome. contact bloomingdalesecretary@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 13 (Wednesday), 5 p.m.: Awards Dinner Honoring Lisa Madigan. The Justinian Society of Lawyers is holding its annual Installation and Awards Dinner, at which Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will receive the Helen M. Cirese Outstanding Leadership Award. Also to be honored at the event is Carla Michelotti of Leo Burnett Worldwide, who will receive the group's Award of Excellence.A reception will begin in the State Ballroom at 5:00 p.m., to be followed by dinner in the Grand Ballroom at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at $100 per person. Call to make reservations. Location: Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe, Chicago. Contact: Celia Guzaldo Gamrath, 312-609-5511.
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September 13 (Wednesday), 7:30 p.m.: Downers Grove Township Democratic Organization regular monthly meeting in the Community High School 99 Administration Building at 6301 Springside in Downers Grove.
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September 13 (Wednesday), 7:30 p.m. Milton Township Democratic Organization monthly meeting, the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Wheaton Community Center, 1777 South Blanchard Road, Wheaton, Atten/Center Room Area, (from the main entrance, go upstairs and turn left), Social Time at 7:00 p.m., Meeting Starts at 7:30 p.m. contact milton@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 17 (Sunday), 3:30 - 5 p.m.:Coffee in Wood Dale with Joe Vosicky. Joe is the Democratic nominee in the 46th legislative district. Call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the location.
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September 18 (Monday), 7 p.m.: Wayne Township Democratic Organization monthly meeting at Bartlett Community Center 700 S. Bartlett Road, (NW corner of Bartlett and Stearns Roads), Bartlett, Illinois This will include precinct committeeman canvassing training from the Duckworth Campaign.
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September 19 (Tuesday), 7 - 8:45 p.m.: Lisle Township Democratic Organization regular monthly meeting, the third Tuesday of each month at Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Naperville, IL, contact lisle@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 20 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Winfield Township Democratic Organization monthly meeting at Bowling Green Center; 30W150 Roosevelt Rd, West Chicago, Il 60185, (about 1 block west of Joliet St) The monthly meeting of Winfield Democrats is the 3rd Wednesday of each Month.
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September 20 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Party monthly meeting at the party office party office on North Avenue in Lombard.1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave). Contact addison@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 26 (Thursday): Itasca Golf Outing for Joe Vosicky, Itasca Country Club. For information, call Bob Peickert at 630-421-2405.
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September 30 (Saturday), 8:30- 10 a.m.: Democratic Party of DuPage County Central Committee 8:30-10:00 am, Precinct Committeeman training and rally, IBEW Local 701 28600 Bella Vista Parkway, Warrenville (see map) Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and other statewide candidates will be speaking.
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October 13 (Saturday): Last weekend to distribute literature before voting begins.
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Oc tober 17 (Tuesday): Illinois Early Voting Begins
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November 7 (Tuesday) Illinois Election Day
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Events list, August 13 edition
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTEvents of interest in and near the 6th Congressional District
Beginning August 13
Please note correction: Deputy Registrar training in Arlington Heights is Thursday, not Wednesday.
August 13 (Sunday), 1-5 p.m. (arrive about 12:30), also August 14 (Monday) through August 18 (Friday), 6 - 8 p.m. and August 19 (Saturday): Canvas for Rob Bisceglie. Canvassing is crucial to Rob's winning this race for the 45th district representative seat! Canvassing often starts at Rob's Campaign Office, 644 E. Irving Park Rd in Roselle, but if canvassing in the south section of the district, canvassers meet in the precinct, or at a nearby location. Contact Rob's campaign manager, Alex Eaton, at alexeaton5@yahoo.com; phone: (630) 523-5748 or -5749 for more information and to let him know you are coming.
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August 13 (Sunday) 1 p.m. (repeats every Sunday): Hanover Township Democrats & Independents (HanDI) Precinct Outreach (Weekend). We are WALKING and CALLING to introduce: 1) HanDI to Hanover Township voters; 2) Tammy Duckworth, 6th Congressional District candidate; 3) Other candidates, as appropriate. Help support this grassroot's effort to have OUR VOICES heard by our federal, state & county government representatives. If interested in reaching out by phone, tell us how many phone calls you are willing to make this week: 10 or 20 or 30 or ???? Normally, 30 calls can be made in one hour. For canvassing, join us at Super Target-Starbuck/Deli seating area before we head out to the assigned precinct. Address: Rte 59/Sutton Rd & Irving Park Rd, Streamwood.
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Sunday August 13 (Sunday), 4:00 p.m.: Book Discussion on _The Bush Agenda_. Neighbors For Peace holds monthly discussions about books that cover current global affairs. They are focusing on the Middle East, especially those issues in which the U.S. has direct involvement. This month they will discuss _The Bush Agenda: Invading the World,
One Economy at a Time_. At Pick A Cup, Dodge and Dempster, Chicago. For more info, e-mail kelaine_12@yahoo.com
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August 14 (Monday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Villa Park. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 601 S. Summit Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181. Interested? Contact Nicole at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 14 (Monday) 7 p.m.: Hanover Township Democrats & Independents (HanDI) Membership Meeting. GUEST SPEAKER: Brendan Houlihan, candidate for Cook County Board of Review, 1st District.At Poplar Creek Main Library, Room C (1405 S Park Ave, Streamwood)
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August 15th (Tuesday), 6 p.m.: Showing of the film "I Had an Abortion," sponsored by the Chicago Chapter of the Younger Women's Task Force & Chicago Foundation for Women's Young Women's Leadership Council. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion on access to reproductive health information and services in the Chicago area. Panelists will include Amy Hennessy, MPH; Terri Kapsalis, Chicago Women's Health Center; Claudia Morrissey, MD, MPH, Center for Research on Women and Gender and the National Center of Excellence in Women's Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago: and Linette Pho, PharmD, HIV Pharmacist. Location: UIC Behavioral Science Building, 1007 W Harrison Street, Chicago.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Glen Ellyn. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy on a summer evening. Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters in an intimate setting about their concerns. We'll be at: 691 Wingate Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Interested? Contact Nick at (630) 629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7 - 8:45 p.m.: Lisle Township Democratic Organization's regular monthly meeting is the third Tuesday of each month at Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Naperville, IL, contact lisle@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 16 (Wednesday), all day: Democratic Party of Illinois Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair. This is a day when Democrats will meet in Springfield. Party leaders, elected Democrats, and candidates from all over the state will be present.
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August 16 (Wednesday) 6 p.m. (repeats every Wednesday): Hanover Township Democrats & Independents (HanDI) Precinct Outreach. We are WALKING and CALLING to introduce: 1) HanDI to Hanover Township voters; 2) Tammy Duckworth, 6th Congressional District candidate; 3) Other candidates, as appropriate. Help support this grassroot's effort to have OUR VOICES heard by our federal, state & county government representatives. If interested in reaching out by phone, tell us how many phone calls you are willing to make this week: 10 or 20 or 30 or ???? Normally, 30 calls can be made in one hour. For canvassing, join us at Super Target-Starbuck/Deli seating area before we head out to the assigned precinct. Address: Rte 59/Sutton Rd & Irving Park Rd, Streamwood.
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7:00 p.m.: Meet-Up for Volunteers to Fight Anti-Gay Referendums. While petitions for a non-binding advisory referendum to appear on the Illinois ballot in November have apparently failed, Wisconsin voters will have a similar referendum before them this November. Fair Wisconsin is leading the effort to defeat the ban. If you want to get involved, People For the American Way is holding a meet-up with its activists, members and volunteers. They will be discussing what's next for Fair Illinois and introduce you to the campaign Fair
Wisconsin is running. At Heartland Café, 7000 N Glenwood, Chicago. For more details: Contact: Audra Lewicki at alewicki@pfaw.org.
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Winfield Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting is the 3rd Wednesday of each month. 7 Bowling Green Center; 30W150 Roosevelt Rd, West Chicago, Il 60185, (about 1 block west of Joliet St).
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Party's monthly meeting at the party office party office on North Avenue in Lombard.1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave). Contact addison@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7:30 - 9 p.m.: Coffee in Elmhurst with Joe Vosicky. Joe is the Democratic nominee for state representative in the 46th district. Call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the location.
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August 17 (Thursday), 8 a.m.: Sen. Barack Obama at Breakfast Honoring Lisa Madigan. Sue Gin and Fay Hartog Levin together with their Host Committee are having a breakfast honoring Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan, with special guest Senator Barack Obama. At Mid-Day Club. 21 South Clark Street, 56th Floor, Chicago. Contact: Prudence Sims, psims@flyingfood.com -- 312-243-2122.
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August 17 (Thursday), 7 p.m.: Voter Registrar Training, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights. There are a number of ways you can change things. One of them is to become a deputy registrar and register lots of new voters. The Tenth Congressional District Democrats are sponsoring a Deputy Registrar training session. The training lasts about an hour, and will be a great opportunity to get trained as a deputy registrar before the campaigning for the November elections is in full swing. Becoming a deputy registrar will allow you to officially register voters, not only in Cook County, but anywhere in the state of Illinois. You will be able to give a new registrant a verifying receipt -- which insures that they will be able to vote on election day. If you are already deputized, the training session will provide a refresher and familiarize you with the new rules and new forms. Please RSVP by August 8. Include your full name, address, and city/zip. The clerk's office needs that information to confirm that you are a registered voter yourself. We need 25 participants to ensure a trainer from the Cook County Clerk's office. You do need to be 18 years of age, a registered voter, and a resident of Cook County. Contact: Maria Santonato, msantonato@sbcglobal.net.
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August 18 (Friday), 2 p.m.: Summer Training for Young Democrats of America (open to YDA members and allied youth groups). n order to prepare for the upcoming election cycle, YDA will train over 100 young people in two areas of focus: Chapter Building and Alliance Peer-to-Peer Field Campaigns. YDA has found in the last two election cycles that focusing on these two areas helps increase the youth vote for Democrats and keeps young people involved in the Democratic Party for the long haul. At the Summer Training they will bring in national leaders to train 100 Young Democrats. You should be one of them! Location: Chicago Hilton, 720 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago. To register visit www.yda.org.
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August 19 (Saturday), 8:30 a.m.: Democratic Party of DuPage County, 8:30 (breakfast) 9:00-10:00 am Precinct Committeeman training.
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August 19, (Saturday), 3-5 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Addison. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 1441 Royal Drive, Addison, IL. Interested? Contact Eddy at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 19 (Saturday), 7:30 p.m.: North West Suburban NOW Fundraiser. Help NW Suburban NOW dream big with a fundraiser celebrating Women's Equality Day! Sip on wine, sample sweet treats and join us in welcoming Fay Clayton as a guest of honor. Also enter to win one of our wonderful prizes including a lunch with Representative Jan Schakowsky, salon gift certificates, a massage, jewelry, a goodie bag from Early 2 Bed and much, much more. A $30 donation is requested for entrance to the event, for $50 you receive entrance to the event and an NW Suburban NOW membership! Location: Sweet Dreams Organic Bakery and Café, 1107 Waukegan Road, Glenview. RSVP early - space is limited! contact@nwsubnow.org
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August 20 (Sunday), 1-3 p.m. Join Tammy for a neighborhood ice cream social in Elk Grove Village! We'll be at: 740 North Parkway, Elk Grove Village, IL. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 21 (Monday), 7-8:d0 p.m.: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems general meeting of members. We will be planning activities on behalf of candidates we have voted to support. Please come! Venue: Helen Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard, IL, 60148 -- handicapped accessible. Phone Number: 630-627-0316.
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August 21 (Monday), 7 p.m.: Wayne Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting at Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, (NW corner of Bartlett and Stearns Roads), Bartlett, Illinois This will include precinct committeeman canvassing training from the Duckworth Campaign.
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August 22 (Tuesday), 5:30 p.m.: Professionals for Lisa Madigan Summer Soiree, sponsored by Citizens for Lisa Madigan. Madigan is seeking a second term as Illinois Attorney General. There will be an open bar and appetizers served. Location: Rock Bottom Brewery, 2nd Floor, 1 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago. Chair: $1,000; Sponsor: $500; Host Committee: $300; Guest $50. Contact: Nicole Friedman, nfriedman@lisamadigan.org 312-670-0606. RSVP by phone, e-mail or on-line at www.lisamadigan.org.
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August 23 (Wednesday), 6 p.m.: Support Nick Lampson's Campaign Against Tom DeLay. Nick Lampson is the Democratic nominee for Congress in Texas who will run against Tom DeLay. He's coming to Chicago, and you can join him and show your support as he tries to win DeLay's seat for the Democrats. Honorary Chair's of this event are Congressman Rahm Emanuel and Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. The cost to attend is $50 for individual tickets, which includes beer, wine and Garrett's famous Tater Tots! At Garrett Ripley's, 712 N Clark, Chicago. For more details call or e-mail Mia Phifer, miaphifer@aol.com -- 312-464-0260.
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August 26 (Saturday), 10 a.m.: Blue Basin Canvassing in 46th Legislative District. This is a great training session for anyone who has never canvassed before. Professional trainers will be there to help you every step of the way. We'll even Starts at Vosicky Campaign Headquarters, 105 Maple Avenue, Elmhurst. For more Information: Call 630-758-0100 or email: info@joevosicky.com.
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September 2 (Saturday), 12-5 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Organization 2nd Annual Labor Day Picnic (supported by York Township anad Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organizations). Join us for food, beverages, fun, laughs, entertainment. Meet your Democratic candidates, Democratic representatives, our volunteers, and your township leadership teams. 2006 is our year! Location: Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve, North Shelter (Wood Dale Rd. north of Lake St., just before Oak Meadows Golf Course. RSVP to Art Remus, 630-832-1525.
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September 4 (Monday), various times and locations: Labor Day Parades with numerous candidates and Democratic organizations.
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September 4 (Monday), 9 a.m.: Naperville Township Democratic Party, Last Fling Parade, contact naperville@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 4 (Monday), 9 a.m.: Join the Schaumburg Area Democrats and HanDI in Schaumburg's 36th annual Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day morning. Line-up is on Wise Road between Roselle Road and east to Plum Grove Road starting at 8:30 a.m. Wise Road will close between Roselle and Plum Grove Roads at 9 a.m. The parade features the Parade Marshal, Maggie Atcher and the Great Lakes Navy Band. Additional details as they become available with be posted at www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=113... Parade website: www.ci.schaumburg.il.us/fest/htm...
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September 4 (Monday), time and location TBA. Labor Day Volunteer Bash at Joe Vosicky's house. "Join us for a celebration as we kick off the last couple months of the campaign." If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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September 6 (Wednesday) 7 p.m.: Naperville-Aurora DFA-Link Membership Meeting. At 95th Street Naperville Public Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr (corner of RT59 & 95th Street), Naperville.
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September 6 (Wednesday) 7 p.m.: Great Lakes Progressives Institute (Rolling Meadows DFA-Link Meeting). At Rolling Meadows DFA, 2885 W.Algonquin Rd, Rolling Meadows.
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September 7 (Thursday): Literature from Democratic Party of DuPage County candidates due at the county campaign office, 1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave)
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September 10 (Sunday) 1:30 p.m.: Anti-Defammation League: "Walk Together." On the afternoon of Sunday, September 10th, an estimated crowd of 2,500 people will gather at the Grant Statue in Lincoln Park to participate in the Anti-Defamation League's second annual "WalkTogether," a 5K walk and run. This ethnically diverse crowd comes together on this day to celebrate diversity and stomp out hate and to promote ADL's primary mission, "to secure justice and fair treatment for all'. ADL WalkTogether kicks off with children's musician, Mindy Hester, a hip-hop warm-up and an opening ceremony, followed immediately by the start of the walk/run. Participants will follow a 5k (3.1 mile) certified course with the world's most beautiful skyline as a backdrop. Along the route will be musical entertainment reflecting some of Chicago's diverse cultures, and a post-event party, featuring musical entertainment by Funkadesi, will end the day on a festive note. Proceeds from this family-friendly event benefit ADL's programs, which help keep our world safe by investigating, educating, and protecting- to ensure civil rights for all. To register for this event, please visit www.adlwalktogether.org or contact Rebecca Gruenspan, ADL Associate Director of Development at (312)782-5080, ext. 243 for more information on how you can volunteer.
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September 13 (Wednesday), 5 p.m.: Awards Dinner Honoring Lisa Madigan. The Justinian Society of Lawyers is holding its annual Installation and Awards Dinner, at which Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will receive the Helen M. Cirese Outstanding Leadership Award. Also to be honored at the event is Carla Michelotti of Leo Burnett Worldwide, who will receive the group's Award of Excellence.A reception will begin in the State Ballroom at 5:00 p.m., to be followed by dinner in the Grand Ballroom at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at $100 per person. Call to make reservations. Location: Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe, Chicago. Contact: Celia Guzaldo Gamrath, 312-609-5511.
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September 17 (Sunday), 3:30 - 5 p.m.:Coffee in Wood Dale with Joe Vosicky. Joe is the Democratic nominee in the 46th legislative district. Call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the location.
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September 26 (Thursday): Itasca Golf Outing for Joe Vosicky, Itasca Country Club. Details to be announced.
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September 30 (Saturday), 8:30- 10 a.m.: Democratic Party of DuPage County Central Committee 8:30-10:00 am, Precinct Committeeman training and rally, IBEW Local 701 28600 Bella Vista Parkway, Warrenville (see map) Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and other statewide candidates will be speaking.
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October 13 (Saturday): Last weekend to distribute literature before voting begins.
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October 17 (Tuesday): Illinois Early Voting Begins
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November 7 (Tuesday) Illinois Election Day
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Events list, August 6
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTEvents of interest in and near the 6th Congressional District
Beginning August 6
August 6 (Sunday), 1-5 p.m., also August 7 (Monday), 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - call for other dates and times (takes place most days): Canvas for Rob Bisceglie. Canvassing is crucial to Rob's winning this race for the 45th district representative seat! Canvassing often starts at Rob's Campaign Office, 644 E. Irving Park Rd in Roselle, but if canvassing in the south section of the district, canvassers meet in the precinct, or at a nearby location. Contact Rob's campaign manager, Alex Eaton, at alexeaton5@yahoo.com; phone: (630) 523-5748 or -5749 for more information and to let him know you are coming.
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August 6 (Sunday), 5:30 p.m.: Sierra Club and Yo-Yo Ma at Ravinia (Ravinia Festival Park, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park). Join Sierra Club, IL PAC for dinner and drinks on the lawn at Ravinia as world-famous Yo-Yo Ma performs with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $75, with the proceeds going to help Sierra Club IL PAC elect pro-environment candidates in Illinois. Dinner and drinks are served on the lawn at 5:30PM, with the concert beginning at 7:00PM. Please contact Mary Colleran (mary.colleran@sierraclub.org, 312-251-1680) for details and to RSVP.
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August 8 (Tuesday), 5:30 p.m. Meet Ed Schultz, talk show host on WCPT (Progressive Talk Radio). Location: Green Dolphin Street, 2200 N. Ashland, Chicago. To RSVP: send an e-mail to Mail@wcpt850.com and your name will be added to the guest list! (First come, first serve). PARKING: Street or Valet ($6.00). Food and beverages will be available for sale from the restaurant.
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August 8 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m. live: Third of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Sustaining Your Media Presence", will help you sustain a strategic presence in the media by covering message calendars, building your media list, and maintaining an effective relationship. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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August 8 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m.: Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization's monthly regular meeting is the second Tuesday of each month. This month the BTDO will meet at the Glen side Public Library, 25 E. Fullerton (corner of President St. and Fullerton), Glendale Heights. The public is welcome. contact bloomingdalesecretary@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 9 (Wednesday), 11 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.: York Township Democratic Organization has reserved a booth/tables at the upcoming Back to School Fair at the DuPage County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, 2015 West Manchester Road in Wheaton. This event assists limited-income families, who live in DuPage County, in "one-stop shopping" for health and human services.
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August 9 (Wednesday) 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Glendale Heights. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 453 Belden Ave, Glendale Heights, IL. Interested? Contact Nishith at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 9 (Wednesday), 7:00 p.m. Update on Iraq & Middle East: The monthly meeting of the Wheeling Township Democrats will feature guest speaker Brian Endless, PhD -- faculty, Loyola University, & President of the United Nations Association -- who will give anupdate on Iraq & the Middle East. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Location: La Mirage, 3223 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. For more information contact Patrick Botterman at www.wheelingtownshipdems.org or 847-253-9032.
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August 9 (Wednesday), 7:30 p.m.: Downers Grove Township Democratic Organization's regular monthly meeting pm in the Community High School 99 Administration Building at 6301 Springside in Downers Grove.
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August 9 (Wednesday), 7:30 p.m.: Milton Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Wheaton Community Center, 1777 South Blanchard Road, Wheaton, Atten/Center Room Area, (from the main entrance, go upstairs and turn left), Social Time at 7:00 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. contact milton@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 10 (Thursday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Streamwood Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 117 Parkwood Drive, Streamwood, IL. Interested? Contact Shira at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 12 (Saturday), 7 p.m.: State Rep Candidates Bisceglie and Savage's Corn Fest Fundraiser. Location: Murray Home, 5601 Virginia Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514. Suggested minimum donation: $30 ($15 to each campaign). You can read more info at the event web page:
www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=110... You can RSVP at Rob Bisceglie's Campaign, 630.523.5748 or rob@votebisceglie.com, OR Kim Savage's Campaign, 630.738.0078 or kim@kimsavage.org.
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August 14 (Monday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Villa Park. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 601 S. Summit Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181. Interested? Contact Nicole at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 15th (Tuesday), 6 p.m.: Showing of the film "I Had an Abortion," sponsored by the Chicago Chapter of the Younger Women's Task Force & Chicago Foundation for Women's Young Women's Leadership Council. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion on access to reproductive health information and services in the Chicago area. Panelists will include Amy Hennessy, MPH; Terri Kapsalis, Chicago Women's Health Center; Claudia Morrissey, MD, MPH, Center for Research on Women and Gender and the National Center of Excellence in Women's Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago: and Linette Pho, PharmD, HIV Pharmacist. Location: UIC Behavioral Science Building, 1007 W Harrison Street, Chicago.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Glen Ellyn. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy on a summer evening. Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters in an intimate setting about their concerns. We'll be at:
691 Wingate Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Interested? Contact Nick at (630) 629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7 - 8:45 p.m.: Lisle Township Democratic Organization's regular monthly meeting is the third Tuesday of each month at Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S. Naper Blvd. Naperville, IL, contact lisle@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 16 (Wednesday), all day: Democratic Party of Illinois Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair. This is a day when Democrats will meet in Springfield. Party leaders, elected Democrats, and candidates from all over the state will be present.
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Winfield Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting is the 3rd Wednesday of each month. 7 Bowling Green Center; 30W150 Roosevelt Rd, West Chicago, Il 60185, (about 1 block west of Joliet St).
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Party's monthly meeting at the party office party office on North Avenue in Lombard.1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave). Contact addison@dupagedemocrats.org
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Voter Registrar Training, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights. There are a number of ways you can change things. One of them is to become a deputy registrar and register lots of new voters. The Tenth Congressional District Democrats are sponsoring a Deputy Registrar training session. The training lasts about an hour, and will be a great opportunity to get trained as a deputy registrar before the campaigning for the November elections is in full swing. Becoming a deputy registrar will allow you to officially register voters, not only in Cook County, but anywhere in the state of Illinois. You will be able to give a new registrant a verifying receipt -- which insures that they will be able to vote on election day. If you are already deputized, the training session will provide a refresher and familiarize you with the new rules and new forms. Please RSVP by August 8. Include your full name, address, and city/zip. The clerk's office needs that information to confirm that you are a registered voter yourself. We need 25 participants to ensure a trainer from the Cook County Clerk's office. You do need to be 18 years of age, a registered voter, and a resident of Cook County. Contact: Maria Santonato, msantonato@sbcglobal.net.
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August 18 (Friday), 2 p.m.: Summer Training for Young Democrats of America (open to YDA members and allied youth groups). n order to prepare for the upcoming election cycle, YDA will train over 100 young people in two areas of focus: Chapter Building and Alliance Peer-to-Peer Field Campaigns. YDA has found in the last two election cycles that focusing on these two areas helps increase the youth vote for Democrats and keeps young people involved in the Democratic Party for the long haul. At the Summer Training they will bring in national leaders to train 100 Young Democrats. You should be one of them! Location: Chicago Hilton, 720 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago. To register visit www.yda.org.
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August 19 (Saturday), 8:30 a.m.: Democratic Party of DuPage County, 8:30 (breakfast) 9:00-10:00 am Precinct Committeeman training.
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August 19, (Saturday), 3-5 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Addison. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 1441 Royal Drive, Addison, IL. Interested? Contact Eddy at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 19 (Saturday), 7:30 p.m.: North West Suburban NOW Fundraiser. Help NW Suburban NOW dream big with a fundraiser celebrating Women's Equality Day! Sip on wine, sample sweet treats and join us in welcoming Fay Clayton as a guest of honor. Also enter to win one of our wonderful prizes including a lunch with Representative Jan Schakowsky, salon gift certificates, a massage, jewelry, a goodie bag from Early 2 Bed and much, much more. A $30 donation is requested for entrance to the event, for $50 you receive entrance to the event and an NW Suburban NOW membership! Location: Sweet Dreams Organic Bakery and Café, 1107 Waukegan Road, Glenview. RSVP early - space is limited! contact@nwsubnow.org
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August 20 (Sunday), 1-3 p.m. Join Tammy for a neighborhood ice cream social in Elk Grove Village! We'll be at: 740 North Parkway, Elk Grove Village, IL. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 21 (Monday), 7-8:d0 p.m.: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems general meeting of members. Please come! Venue: Helen Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard, IL, 60148 -- handicapped accessible. Phone Number: 630-627-0316.
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August 21 (Monday), 7 p.m.: Wayne Township Democratic Organization's monthly meeting at Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, (NW corner of Bartlett and Stearns Roads), Bartlett, Illinois This will include precinct committeeman canvassing training from the Duckworth Campaign.
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August 22 (Tuesday), 5:30 p.m.: Professionals for Lisa Madigan Summer Soiree, sponsored by Citizens for Lisa Madigan. Madigan is seeking a second term as Illinois Attorney General. There will be an open bar and appetizers served. Location: Rock Bottom Brewery, 2nd Floor, 1 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago. Chair: $1,000; Sponsor: $500; Host Committee: $300; Guest $50. Contact: Nicole Friedman, nfriedman@lisamadigan.org 312-670-0606. RSVP by phone, e-mail or on-line at www.lisamadigan.org.
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September 2 (Saturday), 12-5 p.m.: Addison Township Democratic Organization 2nd Annual Labor Day Picnic (supported by York Township anad Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organizations). Join us for food, beverages, fun, laughs, entertainment. Meet your Democratic candidates, Democratic representatives, our volunteers, and your township leadership teams. 2006 is our year! Location: Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve, North Shelter (Wood Dale Rd. north of Lake St., just before Oak Meadows Golf Course. RSVP to Art Remus, 630-832-1525.
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September 4 (Monday), various times and locations: Labor Day Parades with numerous candidates and Democratic organizations.
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September 4 (Monday), 9 a.m.: Naperville Township Democratic Party, Last Fling Parade, contact naperville@dupagedemocrats.org
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September 4 (Monday), time and location TBA. Labor Day Volunteer Bash at Joe Vosicky's house. "Join us for a celebration as we kick off the last couple months of the campaign." If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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September 7 (Thursday): Literature from Democratic Party of DuPage County candidates due at the county campaign office, 1000 ROHLWING RD, UNIT 5&6, LOMBARD (RT 53 & North Ave)
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September 13 (Wednesday), 5 p.m.: Awards Dinner Honoring Lisa Madigan. The Justinian Society of Lawyers is holding its annual Installation and Awards Dinner, at which Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will receive the Helen M. Cirese Outstanding Leadership Award. Also to be honored at the event is Carla Michelotti of Leo Burnett Worldwide, who will receive the group's Award of Excellence.A reception will begin in the State Ballroom at 5:00 p.m., to be followed by dinner in the Grand Ballroom at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at $100 per person. Call to make reservations. Location: Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe, Chicago. Contact: Celia Guzaldo Gamrath, 312-609-5511.
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September 26 (Thursday): Itasca Golf Outing for Joe Vosicky, Itasca Country Club. Details to be announced.
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September 30 (Saturday), 8:30- 10 a.m.: Democratic Party of DuPage County Central Committee 8:30-10:00 am, Precinct Committeeman training and rally, IBEW Local 701 28600 Bella Vista Parkway, Warrenville (see map) Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and other statewide candidates will be speaking.
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October 13 (Saturday): Last weekend to distribute literature before voting begins.
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Oc tober 17 (Tuesday): Illinois Early Voting Begins
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November 7 (Tuesday) Illinois Election Day
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Attend Corn Fest Fundraiser on August 12!
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
Bisceglie and Savage Corn Fest Fundraiser onSaturday, August 12, 2006 at 7 - 9 PM .
Meet the State Rep Candidates,
Grab an Ear and Talk Politics
Hosted by Rob and Nicole Freedman
Talk politics with State Representative Candidates Rob
Bisceglie (45th Dist) and Kim Savage (82nd Dist), enjoy all the corn you can eat in its many varieties (roasted on the cob with spices, corn salsa and chips, muffins and much more), and wash it all down with beer, wine and non-alcoholic
drinks.
You can RSVP to:
Rob Bisceglie's Campaign at 630.523.5748 or email rob@votebisceglie.com OR
Contact Kim Savage's Campaign at 630.738.0078 or email kim@kimsavage.org
Suggested Minimum Donation: $30 ($15 to each campaign)
Make checks payable to "Citizens to Elect Rob Bisceglie" and "Committee to Elect Kim Savage"
Please RSVP by Friday August 11.
What: Corn Fest Fundraiser
When: Saturday, August 12, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Freedman's
5601 VIrginia Ave
Clarendon Hills IL 60514
(IL 83 to 55th St, West ˝ mile on 55th to Virginia, south to 5601.)
Correstion
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
There was an error on the events list that got corrected on the blog but perhaps not on what was sent out (this software is confusing).Please change the August 3 listing to:
August 3 (Thursday), 5-7 p.m.: Lt. Governor Pat Quinn to be honored guest at Joe Vosicky's Office Fundraiser. You are invited to support Joe's campaign and meet Lt. Governor Patrick Quinn at this wonderful reception conveniently located for those who work downtown Chicago! Hosted by Kenneth Anspach of Anspach & Associates at 8 S. Michigan Avenue (Willoughby Towers) 34th Floor. Minimum Donation: $100. R.S.V.P. by July 29 by calling 312-332-0116. [Note: yes, I know the RSVP date is past; try calling anyway.]
Sixth Dems Evwents List July 31
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTEvents of interest in and near the 6th Congressional District
Beginning July 31
This posting is a bit late because I spent the weekend at the DFA Training Academy. Extremely informative for anyone interested in actively participating in a campaign and highly recommended for the next time it comes to the Chicago area.
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August 1 (Tuesday) 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Roselle. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 40 Picton Rd, Roselle, IL 60172-3501. Interested? Contact Nishith at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com
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August 1 (Tuesday) 7:30 live: Second of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Leveraging Blogs and Online Media", will show you have to effectively leverage blogs and online news outlets, the newest frontier in political communications. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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August 3 (Thursday), 5-7 p.m.: Lt. Governor Pat Quinn to be honored guest at Joe Vosicky's Office Fundraiser. You are invited to support Joe's campaign and meet Lt. Governor Patrick Quinn at this wonderful reception conveniently located for those who work downtown Chicago! Hosted by Kenneth Anspach of Anspach & Associates at 8 S. Michigan Avenue (Willoughby Towers) 34th Floor. Minimum Donation: $100. R.S.V.P. by July 29 by calling 312-332-0116. [Note: yes, I know the RSVP date is past; try calling anyway.]
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August 3 (Thursday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Mt. Prospect. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 217 S. Wille St., Mt. Prospect, IL 60056. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 6 (Sunday), 5:30 p.m.: Sierra Club and Yo-Yo Ma at Ravinia (Ravinia Festival Park, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park). Join Sierra Club, IL PAC for dinner and drinks on the lawn at Ravinia as world-famous Yo-Yo Ma performs with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $75, with the proceeds going to help Sierra Club IL PAC elect pro-environment candidates in Illinois. Dinner and drinks are served on the lawn at 5:30PM, with the concert beginning at 7:00PM. Please contact Mary Colleran (mary.colleran@sierraclub.org, 312-251-1680) for details and to RSVP.
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August 8 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m. live: Third of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Sustaining Your Media Presence", will help you sustain a strategic presence in the media by covering message calendars, building your media list, and maintaining an effective relationship. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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August 9 (Wednesday) 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Glendale Heights. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 453 Belden Ave, Glendale Heights, IL. Interested? Contact Nishith at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 10 (Thursday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Streamwood Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 117 Parkwood Drive, Streamwood, IL. Interested? Contact Shira at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 14 (Monday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Villa Park. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 601 S. Summit Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181. Interested? Contact Nicole at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Glen Ellyn. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy on a summer evening. Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters in an intimate setting about their concerns. We'll be at:
691 Wingate Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Interested? Contact Nick at (630) 629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 16 (Wednesday), all day: Democratic Party of Illinois Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair. This is a day when Democrats will meet in Springfield. Party leaders, elected Democrats, and candidates from all over the state will be present.
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August 16 (Wednesday), 7 p.m.: Voter Registrar Training, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights.
There are a number of ways you can change things. One of them is to become a deputy registrar and register lots of new voters. The Tenth Congressional District Democrats are sponsoring a Deputy Registrar training session. The training lasts about an hour, and will be a great opportunity to get trained as a deputy registrar before the campaigning for the November elections is in full swing. Becoming a deputy registrar will allow you to officially register voters, not only in Cook County, but anywhere in the state of Illinois. You will be able to give a new registrant a verifying receipt -- which insures that they will be able to vote on election day. If you are already deputized, the training session will provide a refresher and familiarize you with the new rules and new forms. Please RSVP by August 8. Include your full name, address, and city/zip. The clerk's office needs that information to confirm that you are a registered voter yourself. We need 25 participants to ensure a trainer from the Cook County Clerk's office. You do need to be 18 years of age, a registered voter, and a resident of Cook County. Contact: Maria Santonato, msantonato@sbcglobal.net.
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August 19, (Saturday), 3-5 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy in Addison. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 1441 Royal Drive, Addison, IL. Interested? Contact Eddy at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 20 (Sunday), 1-3 p.m. Join Tammy for a neighborhood ice cream social in Elk Grove Village! We'll be at: 740 North Parkway, Elk Grove Village, IL. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 21 (Monday), 7-8:d0 p.m.: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems general meeting of members. Please come! Venue: Helen Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard, IL, 60148 -- handicapped accessible. Phone Number: 630-627-0316.
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September 4 (Monday), various times and locations: Labor Day Parades with numerous candidates and Democratic organizations.
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September 4 (Monday), time and location TBA. Labor Day Volunteer Bash at Joe Vosicky's house. "Join us for a celebration as we kick off the last couple months of the campaign." If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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September 26 (Thursday): Itasca Golf Outing for Joe Vosicky, Itasca Country Club. Details to be announced.
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Sixth Dems Events List July 23
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTEvents of interest in and near the 6th Congressional District
Beginning July 24
July 25 (Tuesday), 7:00 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Itasca. Join Tammy for Coffee in Your Neighborhood! Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy on a summer evening. Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters in an intimate setting about their concerns. We'll be at: 416 N. Cherry Street, Itasca, IL 60143. Interested? Contact Eddy at (630) 629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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July 25 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m. live: First of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Breaking into the Mainstream Media", will help you break into the mainstream media. Learn to leverage print, radio, and television news coverage for your issue, candidate, or organization. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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July 26-30 (Wednesday-Sunday), pen 8 a.m.: DuPage County Fair, www.dupagecountyfair.org. DuPage County Democrats will have a table there, and so will DAWN. Daily fair admission - $6, Seniors (62+) - $3 - Children (3-8) - $1 Under 3 years old - FREE, 5-day pass - $20. PARKING - Free. Directions: Rte 38 (Roosevelt) to County Farm Road, North to Manchester, East to Fairgrounds . Joe Vosicky's web site says: We will be sharing a table with the other Democrats. Come help us staff it. We're going to have some fun things to hand out and greet people with. Join us! For more information call 630-758-0100. (DAWN's table is fully staffed at this writing.)
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July 27 (Thursday) 7-8:30 p.m.: Enjoy a beautiful evening at Danada House 3 S 501 Naperville Rd in Wheaton, with special guest Lt. Governor Pat Quinn. Support DuPage DFI-endorsed candidate Rob Bisceglie and enjoy cocktails, dessert and live jazz. Tickets $50. Tickets/Information: e-mail citizens@votebisceglie.com or call the campaign office at (630)523-5748 Link: www.votebisceglie.com/events.htm...
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July 27 (Thursday) 7 PM: The Big Buy: Tom DeLay's Stolen Congress is showing at the Arlington Heights Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights. "This scrappy small-budget picture remains persuasive throughout," film critic Joe Laydon writes in Variety, "and occasionally offers gotcha moments that are laugh-out-loud funny." Mark Birnbaum and Jim Schermbeck methodically assemble a damning case against U.S. Rep. Tom DeLay, the pugnacious Texas Republican and
former House majority leader who has been indicted on campaign fund-raising charges. The 75 minute film screening is being sponsored by Tenth Dems, the Wheeling Township Democratic Organization, and Northwest Suburban NOW. There will be a discussion after the 75 minute film about how we can help take back Congress from the party of DeLay. To RSVP for this free event, go to bigbuy.bravenewtheaters.com/scre...
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July 28 (Friday) 8 am: State Treasurer Candidates Forum sponsored by National Association of Women Business Owners. Maggiano's Banquets, 111 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago. The major-party candidates for State Treasurer will present their views on the issues, including those relevant to women businesses owners, with a question-and-answer session immediately following. Cost is $35, with a portion going to NAWBO Chicago's non-partisan PAC. Contact info@nawbochicago.org or 312-609-1300.
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July 28 (Friday), 12:30 p.m.: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Vosicky Campaign Headquarters. The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce is welcoming the Vosicky Campaign Headquarters to Elmhurst with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Chamber offices. Celebrate with us! Location: 113 Adell Place, Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Next block south of the Elmhurst Train Station, 1 short block west of York Rd.)
For more information contact the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce, (630) 834-6060, or the campaign office, (630) 758-0100.
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July 28th (Friday) 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Meet Jim Dean, Chairman of Democracy for America. Democracy for America continues the vision of Howard Dean (Jim's brother), empowering Americans to take our country back. It values fiscal responsibility, social progress and the power of grassroots activism. Event at the offices of Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, 70 West Madison Street, Suite 4000, Chicago. This is a fundraiser as well as an evening of political activism: The suggested contribution is $50 at the Friend level and $100 at the Sponsor level. Contact: Holly Webster, events@democracyforamerica.com or 802-651-3200.
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July 28 (Friday) 6 p.m.: Professionals for Durbin fundraising cocktail reception. 1045 N. Rush Street, Chicago. Requested donation: $75 Individual...$300 Host Member...$750 Steering Member. Contact: Nancy Kohn, 312-527-3667.
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July 29 (Saturday), varying times: Democratic Reunion. This summer the Democratic Party will be hosting Democratic Reunions in every state across the country where volunteers will be gathering together to commit to contact 100 voters from their community by Election Day 2006. For more information and to find an event near you, go to www.democrats.org/a/party/a_50_s... As of this writing there are events scheduled in Chicago (several), Hanover Park, Streamwood, Algonquin, and Lakemoor.
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July 29 & 30 (Saturday & Sunday) 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days: DFA Training Academy at IBEW Local 701, 28600 Bella Vista Pkwy, Warrenville IL An intensive two-day series of sessions and workshops. Local and national experts on campaign management, field organizing, communications, and grassroots advocacy and organization building will be on hand to instruct and work with you one-on-one to develop the skills needed to take our country back. Cost at door $70 ($25 student/low-income). Link: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=734...
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July 29 & 30 (Saturday & Sunday), 12:30 to 4 p.m. each day: Team Canvass for Rob Bisceglie. Meet at Rob's office (644 E. Irving Park Rd., Roselle, 60172). For further information contact Rob's campaign manager, Alex Eaton (alexeaton5@yahoo.com).
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July 30 (Sunday), 11:30 a.m.: Meet the Most Powerful Women in Illinois Politics at the Lake County Democratic Women's fifth Power Luncheon. Crown Plaza, 510 E. Route 83, Mundelein. Gust speakers will be House Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie and Senate majority leader Debbie Halvorsen; other Lake County Democratic candidates will also attend. This is billed as a fundraiser, but no specific contribution is identified. Contact: 847-293-0102 .
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August 1 (Tuesday) 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Roselle. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 40 Picton Rd, Roselle, IL 60172-3501. Interested? Contact Nishith at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com
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August 1 (Tuesday) 7:30 live: Second of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Leveraging Blogs and Online Media", will show you have to effectively leverage blogs and online news outlets, the newest frontier in political communications. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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August 3 (Thursday), time and location TBA: Joe Vosicky office fundraiser in Chicago. If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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August 3 (Thursday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Mt. Prospect. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 217 S. Wille St., Mt. Prospect, IL 60056. Interested? Contact Bridget at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 10 (Tuesday), 7:30 p.m. live: Third of three weekly DFA Night School events devoted to media skills. DFA Night School is the organization's free online training program. This session, "Sustaining Your Media Presence", will help you sustain a strategic presence in the media by covering message calendars, building your media list, and maintaining an effective relationship. The format is a conference call accompanying a downloadable slide presentation. An audio recording of the call will later be available for those who cannot participate live. For more details and to RSVP (required for conference call participation) go to www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=977...
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August 14 (Monday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Villa Park. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy as we kick off our summer with some fun! Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters. We'll be at: 601 S. Summit Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181. Interested? Contact Nicole at 630-629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 15 (Tuesday), 7-9 p.m.: Coffee with Tammy Duckworth in Glen Ellyn. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family to meet Tammy on a summer evening. Tammy's favorite part of the campaign is getting to sit down and talk with voters in an intimate setting about their concerns. We'll be at: 691 Wingate Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Interested? Contact Nick at (630) 629-0480 or email volunteers@duckworthforcongress.com.
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August 16 (Wednesday), all day: Democratic Party of Illinois Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair. This is a day when Democrats will meet in Springfield. Party leaders, elected Democrats, and candidates from all over the state will be present.
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August 21 (Monday), 7 p.m.: Sixth Dems general meeting, Helen Plum Memorial Library, 110 W. Maple, Lombard. Note reversion to usual third Monday time.
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September 4 (Monday), various times and locations: Labor Day Parades with numerous candidates and Democratic organizations.
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September 4 (Monday), time and location TBA. Labor Day Volunteer Bash at Joe Vosicky's house. "Join us for a celebration as we kick off the last couple months of the campaign." If you are interested in attending, call 630-758-0100 or email the campaign for the address and specific time.
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September 26 (Thursday): Itasca Golf Outing for Joe Vosicky, Itasca Country Club. Details to be announced.
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minutes of July 18 meeting
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
MINUTES FOR THE GENERAL MEETING OF THE IL 6TH PROGRESSIVE DEMSwww.il6thdems.org/...
The meeting was held on Tuesday 7/18 @ 7 PM at the Plum Library, 110 W. Maple, Lombard. 11 members attended.
Gary called the meeting to order about 7:10. He opened nominations for Vice Chair for Fund Raising. Mike Kisler was nominated, it was seconded and he was elected.
For your convenience, the current officers are listed at the end of the minutes.
Gary then opened the floor to nominations of candidates to be officially supported by IL 6th Progressive Dems. Several candidates were nominated, and seconded, followed by discussion of each. The following were selected by vote of those present to be supported. We intend "support" to be meaningful: members of the group will actively work for these candidates. This may involve activities such as volunteering individually for campaign work, joining in group canvassing, and passing literature for multiple candidates during group canvassing.
Candidates receiving a vote for support are:
Rob Bisceglie 45th District IL house www.votebisceglie.com
Joe Vosicky 46th District IL house www.JoeVosicky.com
Tammy Duckworth 6th US Congressional District house seat www.duckworthforcongress.com
Dan Bailey DuPage County Board District 4 (baileyd@ameritech.net)
Richard Dunn DuPage County Board District 4 (www.RLDunn.com).
Nominations were closed, though they could be re-opened in the future. The limiting factor in the size of the list is how much time our members can devote to support candidates.
Gary then presented several ideas for possible events to be organized by our group. All were approved after motions, seconds and votes.
A Forum for Democratic candidates for state and local offices: The format of the event is to be decided. It will probably involve a brief self-introduction by each candidate, followed by some questions from a moderator, and perhaps audience questions. We will attempt to work with other groups on this, as the Bloomingdale Township Dems are also discussing this idea. We aim to hold it sometime in September. Mike Kisler will spearhead, and Beryl Jacobson will work on it.
A Health Care Forum: This was already done by PDI. Both Gary and Nayana volunteered to work on this event. Speakers would talk for 10-20 minutes, and then the audience would ask questions. It will be necessary to find a place and speakers and set a date & time. Nayana mentioned the Physicians for a National Health Program, SEIU, Access DuPage, Stephen Challinor, and others as possible participants. The time frame for this event is early October.
Group canvassing for our supported candidates: The canvas dates & times will be coordinated for Joe Vosicky by Mike Kisler, and for Rob Bisceglie by Roberta Jacobson. We will carry information for all supported candidates, as it is available. Generally we will let our group members know the canvas information, and they will notify the appropriate campaign staff that they are going to canvas, and are 6th Dems.
Voter Registration/Get Out The Vote (GOTV): Mike Kisler said that we can become voter registrars in about ˝ hour. This training could be provided by DAWN, or at an event at COD, or we could set it up for our members. Mike will talk with DAWN and the Registrar and report back to us on our options. Registrars can now register persons for locales throughout Illinois.
DuPage Democrats Booth: You can contact Mike Kisler [mlkisler@comcast.net] if you want to be at this booth at the county fair.
Events List: From now on, please send events of interest to the 6th Progressive Dems to Bill Thomasson, by Friday. He will send out one consolidated list by the first of the week. This should cut down on e-mails, and provide us with a good comprehensive list of events.
Mike K. noted that all of the DAWN booth time slots at the Fair have been filled.
Roberta asked that we send all official 6th Dems announcements through the DFA site. This will cut down on duplicate work and e-mails. She will send an e-mail asking everyone to be sure to sign up on DFA link, in order to get the messages. If anyone is not getting the DFA announcements, they should go back to the DFA site and double check and probably correct their e-mail address. The Yahoo group will be used for members to chat with one another easily, since regular members can only communicate with the group by blogging on the DFA site.
The next Executive Council meeting is on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, August 8, at the Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St, Lombard.
The next General Meeting is on the 3rd Monday of the month, August 21, at the Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St, Lombard.
The meeting adjourned about 8:15.
Gary Kleppe CHAIR Run meetings, provide leadership, plan events, represent group to other political and community groups responsible for meeting programming, assisted by vice-chairs
Mike Kisler VICE CHAIR Responsible for fundraising
Naim Mansour VICE CHAIR Responsible for diversity outreach
Roberta Jacobson SECRETARY Take meeting notes, do membership updates to database
Beryl Jacobson TREASURER Responsible for maintaining financial records, collecting dues & moneys from fund raising
Erica Roberts WEB MASTER/TECHNOLOGY Setup and maintain web site and the database of members
Bill Thomasson MEDIA DIRECTOR Press Releases, official posts to web site
Gary Kleppe PDA CONTACT POINT
6th Dems meeting Tuesday 7/18
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
REMINDERGeneral Meeting 7-8:30 PM Tuesday 7/18
at Plum Library, 110 W. Maple St, Lombard Il
(This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Helen Plum Library).
AGENDA FOLLOWS
1) Open nominations for Fundraising Vice-chair.
2) Nominate and vote on candidates to be officially supported by IL 6 Prog Dems.
3) Discussion of possible events for our group to organize:
A) Forum for Democratic candidates for state/local office
B) Health care forum
C) Group canvas for supported candidates
D) Voter registration/Get out the vote
E) Other suggestions from the floor
4) New events list (Bill)
5) DAWN update: petitions, DuPage County Fair (Mike K.)
Sixth Dems Events List, July 16
Linked to groups: Illinois Sixth Progressive Dems
SIXTH DEMS EVENTS LISTWith this we begin a weekly list of events in and near the 6th Congressional District that we believe should be of interest to people in this group. If you have anything, send it to me (billthomasson@comcast.net) by Friday and I'll put it on the list that goes out each weekend.
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7/16 Sunday 1-4 PM: Canvas with Rob Bisceglie. Start at campaign office , 644 E Irving Pk, Roselle, more info, call campaign office 630-523-5748
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7/16 Sunday 4 -6 PM Book discussion at the Red Lion Pub 2446 N. Lincoln Avenue Chicago . Reading Liberally's July book discussion selection is "How Would a Patriot Act? Defending American Values from a President Run Amok" by Glenn Greenwald. Glenn is an articulate and thoughtful blogger especially on the issue of civil liberties. His blog is at: glenngreenwald.blogspot.com/.... You can sign up for it by going to the IllinoisDemNet website at illinoisdemnet.com/node/1801....
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7/17 Monday 7-9 PM: Rep Lou Lang, in conjunction with the Bisceglie Campaign, will conduct training for DuPage Democrats at the County Headquarters, 1000 Rohlwing Rd (53 & North Ave). Have fun and learn to win campaigns in 2006 and beyond!More information: call Bisceglie campaign office 630-523-5748
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7/18 Tuesday 7-8:30 PM 6th Dems regular meeting 110 W. Maple St, Lombard, Plum Library. We'll discuss projects we may work on.
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7/20 Thursday, 6:30 p.m at Northbrook Public Library 1220 Cedar Street, Northbrook Film screening: Wellstone, The Documentary is an 88-minute documentary about a remarkable man who defied tradition and returned politics to people. It's the story of the life and the political career of the Minnesota senator who was one of the earliest voices to speak against the war in Iraq. It was one of many stands he took in a career of fighting for progressive causes, but which was cut short when he died in a plane crash in 2002. The movie is free, and there's even free candy and soda to enjoy while watching this story of a remarkable life. Please RSVP to 847-998-1002. The film is being sponsored by the Northfield Township Democratic Organization. As an added reason to come, 10th District Congressional candidate Dan Seals will be on hand after the film to offer his comments.
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7/20 Thursday 7-9 PM. Coffee for Tammy Duckworth with Rob Bisceglie attending. 616 Winchester Ct, Bartlett IL 60103. Interested? Contact Erik at 630-792-1290 or email info@duckworthforcongress.com
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7/21 Friday 7:30 PM Scott Goldstein Book Tour - The Tea is in The Harbor at the IHOP, 167 Danada Square East, Wheaton. Come see Scott, a former Dean for America intern, and listen to him discuss his book about "the fight for democracy in America, the role of Howard Dean's 2004 Presidential campaign, and how we can restore the role of citizens in the democratic process." Scott's on a national tour - and we were happy to get him here in DuPage! The book costs about $12 - so while you don't have to buy one to come - we'd love to have you support Scott and get a signed copy! (Book link)
www.scottfordemocracy.com/more/i...§ion=more_1693
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7/22 Saturday 8-10 AM Breakfast w/Addison Township Candidates. Bella Vista Banquest Hall, Bensenville. Duckworth,Bisceglie, Vosicky, Peickert & Gonzalez invited. Candidates from York and Bloomingdale also invited . Cost $9. Candidates give a brief presentation. EVENT PURPOSE TO RECRUIT PCT. COMMITTEEMEN Contact is Bob Peickert at 630-421-2405.
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7/23 Sun, 3 PM DuPage DFI BBQ - It's Free, Socialize with Other DFAers Event Venue: Doug and Karen Henk's Home in Warrenville. 2S 420 Center Av. Warrenville (across street from west side of Wheaton/Warrenville South High School) Parking Location: Park in spaces for Wheaton/Warrenville South High School. No RSVP necessary - but we'd love to know you plan to come! (Doug Henk) 30.690.3085; (Hiram Wurf) 630.854.2889.
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7/27 Thursday 7-8:30 PM Enjoy a beautiful evening at Danada House 3 S 501 Naperville Rd in Wheaton, with special guest Lt. Governor Pat Quinn. Support DuPage DFI-endorsed candidate Rob Bisceglie and enjoy cocktails, dessert and live jazz. Tickets $50. Tickets/Information: e-mail citizens@votebisceglie.com or call the campaign office at (630) 523-5748 Link: www.votebisceglie.com/events.htm...
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July 26-30 DuPage County Fair open 8 AM www.dupagecountyfair.org. DuPage County Democrats will have a table there, and so will DAWN. 5-day pass - $20, Daily fair admission - $6, Seniors (62+) - $3 - Children (3-8) - $1 Under 3 years old - FREE, PARKING - Free. Directions: Rte 38 (Roosevelt) to County Farm Road, North to Manchester, East to Fairgrounds
Joe Vosicky's web site says: We will be sharing a table with the other Democrats. Come help us staff it. We're going to have some fun things to hand out and greet people with. Join us! For more information call 630-758-0100.
And here is the link to sign up for DAWN's County Fair Booth:
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7/27 Thursday 7 PM The Big Buy: Tom DeLay's Stolen Congress is showing at the Arlington Heights Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights. "This scrappy small-budget picture remains persuasive throughout," film critic Joe Laydon writes in Variety, "and occasionally offers gotcha moments that are laugh-out-loud funny." Mark Birnbaum and Jim Schermbeck methodically assemble a damning case against U.S. Rep. Tom DeLay, the pugnacious Texas Republican and former House majority leader who has been indicted on campaign fund-raising charges. The 75 minute film screening is being sponsored by Tenth Dems, the Wheeling Township Democratic Organization, and Northwest Suburban NOW. There will be a discussion after the 75 minute film about how we can help take back Congress from the party of DeLay. To RSVP for this free event, go to bigbuy.bravenewtheaters.com/scre...
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7/29 Saturday varying times, Democratic Reunion. This summer the Democratic Party will be hosting Democratic Reunions in every state across the country where volunteers will be gathering together to commit to contact 100 voters from their community by Election Day 2006. For more information and to find an event near you, go to www.democrats.org/a/party/a_50_s... As of this writing there are events scheduled in Hanover Park and in Chicago.
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7/29 & 30 Saturday & Sunday 8AM-5:30 PM, DFA Training Academy at IBEW Local 701, 28600 Bella Vista Pkwy, Warrenville IL An intensive two-day series of sessions and workshops. Local and national experts on campaign management, field organizing, communications, and grassroots advocacy and organization building will be on hand to instruct and work with you one-on-one to develop the skills needed to take our country back. Link: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=734...
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