05 / 26
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05 / 27
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05 / 28
Start: 07:30
Author Rick Perlstein (Before the Storm: Barry Goldwater and the Unmaking of the American Consensus) talks about Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America. It's not the story of how hippies and radicals turned America upside down, because they didn't. Perlstein is telling the story of the other major grassroots movement of the 1960s, the one that grew up and elected 20 years' worth of presidents.
--Harold Henderson, Barnes & Noble, 55 Old Orchard Center, Skokie,
847-676-2230.
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05 / 29
Start: 00:30
Illinois League of Conservation Voters cordially invites you to attend an Evening on the Park
Individual Ticket: $150
Conservation Voters or visit our website to use paypal www.lcvillinois.org
For more information about this event, please contact: Elizabeth Van Holt (office) 630-590-5492 (cell) 765-532-6607 Email: elizabeth@lcvillinois.org
Location: 340 on the Park, 340 E. Randolph, Chicago
Start: 06:30
The Illinois League of Conservation Voters invites you to join the "Enviro of the Year" Award presentation with Senator Richard Durbin (invited) and Congresswoman Melissa Bean.
LOCATION: 340 on the Park, 340 East Randolph, Chicago
For more information, call 312-731-6108 or e-mail lcvillinois@gmail.com.
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05 / 30
Start: 05:00
End: 08:00
For those readers in Chicago and the surrounding area, please mark next Friday, May 30, on your calendars. That evening we're throwing ourselves a slightly belated launch party and anyone who can make it is invited.
The event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at Kitsch'n River North, located at 600 W. Chicago Ave., in the old Montgomery Ward warehouse building. (Parking available in the garage opposite the restaurant on Larrabee Ave.)
The party will feature drinks and hors d'oeuvres, as well as a raffle
benefiting CommunityHealth, Illinois' largest free health clinic. We
are also pleased to have various local and state representatives in
attendance.
So drop on by.
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05 / 31
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06 / 1
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Puerto Rico casts its vote in both the Democratic and Republican presidential primaries.
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06 / 2
Start: 06:30
End: 08:30
How democratic is the political process in this country? As a society, how can we understand and overcome the racialized nature of American citizenship? Who gets to vote, who doesn't and why? And ultimately, how much do our votes really count?
Join this lively, critical conversation about these questions and an opportunity to challenge ourselves to think, imagine, and act to revitalize and reinvent a more participatory democracy.
Free and open to the public. Reservations are required and can be made online, by e-mail at events@prairie.org, or by calling 312.422.5580. Refreshments will be served.
Experimental Station
6100 South Blackstone Avenue
Chicago
This program is a part of The Public Square at the IHC's "Looking for Democracy in '08 and Beyond" series. "Louder than a Bomb" poets will open up this roundtable conversation featuring:
- Martha Biondi (moderator), Professor of African American Studies and History at Northwestern University
- Michael Dawson, Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago and founder of the University's Center for the Study of Race, Politics, and Culture.
Dan Johnson-Weinberger, President of Progressive Public Affairs, a communications and policy development firm
Theresa Amato, founder of the Citizen Advocacy Center and former national presidential campaign manager for Ralph Nader in 2000 and 2004
Alejandra Ibanez, Executive Director of Pilsen Alliance, a non-profit grassroots community agency committed to preserving the historic cultural class identity of Pilsen
Click here for more information on the speakers...
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06 / 3
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Montana and South Dakota cast their vote in both the Democratic and Republican presidential primaries.
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06 / 4
Start: 05:30
End: 08:00
Join us as we settle the problems of the world from a democratic perspective -- over a friendly drink or two at Frankie Z's (435 N. Clark, Chicago). (RSVP below...)
Start: 07:00
Just one day after South Dakota and Montana Democrats vote in their primary, we’re going to talk politics in Arlington Heights.
We can talk about the presidential race, or about any of the issues in today’s political world. Our Let’s Talk Politics gatherings are a chance for you to discuss political issues with your neighbors. The discussions are moderated, and they are always informative and interesting. What we talk about depends on you and the others. You can bring up whatever is on your mind, and see how others feel about it.
Location: Panera, 5 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights
Registration in advance at TenthDemsU.org
is suggested (so we have an idea of how many are coming), but is not required. Bring a friend…bring a relative…bring anyone who wants to be a part of the discussion.
Tenth Dems University is operated by the Illinois Tenth Congressional District Democrats. Courses are free and open to all.
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06 / 5
Start: 07:00
Location: Flanagan's Restaurant, 3201 Buckley Road, North Chicago.
For more information, call 847-689-9062.
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06 / 6
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06 / 7
Start: 15:30
End: 16:30
Author will be Steven Gillon of "The Pact" and Author David Sirota of "The Uprising" will be engaging in a discussion hosted by James Warren at the University Center, in the Fountain Room. Their appearance is part of Chicago’s Printer’s Row Book Fair located on the historic Printers Row, in the blocks surrounding Dearborn and Polk streets. For more information, click here.
Start: 20:00
End: 22:00
Fun, informal and full of surprises, "Turn It Around" will feature a silent auction of art and photography, limited edition"Certaintees" t-shirts, and special performances from "The Voices and Faces Project, Volume One," the benefit cd recently featured on Public Radio. Right-this-moment food designer Amanda Morrison will be creating a custom menu of treats for your eating pleasure. Suggested event donation: $40 per person.
For details or questions, email media@voicesandfaces.org.
The Voices and Faces Project and World Bicycle Relief, at Lee Tracy Studio (855 West Blackhawk Street, Chicago).
Start: 16:00
End: 17:00
U.S. Senator Tom Daschle discusses his book "Critical: What We Can Do About the Health-Care Crisis." Daschle's appearance is part of Chicago’s Printer’s Row Book Fair located on the historic Printers Row, in the blocks surrounding Dearborn and Polk streets. For more information, click here.
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06 / 8
Start: 12:00
End: 13:00
Author Rick Perlstein of “Nixonland” will be speaking at the University Center's Lake Room. Perlstein's appearance is part of Chicago’s Printer’s Row Book Fair located on the historic Printers Row, in the blocks surrounding Dearborn and Polk streets. For more information, click here.
Start: 13:00
End: 14:00
Author Scott Simon of “Windy City” will be speaking at the University Center, in the Fountain Room. Simon's appearance is part of Chicago’s Printer’s Row Book Fair located on historic Printers Row, in the blocks surrounding Dearborn and Polk streets.
For more information, click here.
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06 / 9
Start: 11:30
The City Club of Chicago welcomes Dan Seals, Democratic Candidate for U.S. Representative, 10th District, for a Public Policy Luncheon.
Location: Maggiano's Banquets, 111 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago.
To RSVP, click here.
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06 / 10
Start: 07:00
Have a Cup of Coffee with Dan Seals at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 1933 N. Kennicott Dr, Arlington Heights. RSVP 847-945-8900
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06 / 11
Start: 17:30
End: 20:00
Join us as we settle the problems of the world from a democratic perspective -- over a friendly drink or two at Frankie Z's (435 N. Clark). Event is free. Click here to RSVP.
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06 / 12
Start: 19:00
Location: UAW Headquarters, 680 Barclay Boulevard
Lincolnshire Contact: events@tenthdems.org 847-266-8683
Tenth Dems University presents another in its series of Let's Talk Politics discussions. All are invited to this informal discussion. The topic will be anything that you would like to discuss about the current political scene, or about the issues that affect us on a national and local basis. The discussions are led by a moderator. Past discussions have been attended by voters of all ages, with a wide variety of opinions. Join us to let us know what's on your mind in this important election year, and to hear what's on the minds of your neighbors.
You can just show up, but registration in advance helps us know how many to expect. To pre-register, go the Tenth Dems University website.
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06 / 13
Start: 12:00
Start: 06/13/2008 - 12:00
End: 06/15/2008 - 21:00
Help Barack Obama, Dan Seals, and the rest of the Democratic team by showing Democratic support at Libertyville Days.
Work a two hour shift alongside other Democrats at our Democratic booth in Cook Park (Corner of Milwaukee Avenue & Church Street, Libertyville) on Friday, between noon to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; or Sunday 1 - 6 p.m. Or, join us in the parade. D
Democrats congregate in the parking lot of the Libertyville Metra Station, just west of Milwaukee Avenue and the railroad tracks, between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m., and the parade will begin at 10:00 a.m.
Look for the Tenth Dems banner to find us. Call 847-702-6635 to volunteer for this important summer kick-off event.
Event Info: Cook Park, Corner of Milwaukee & Church, Libertyville
Contract: For more information call 847-702-6635
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06 / 14
(all day)
Start: 06/13/2008 - 12:00
End: 06/15/2008 - 21:00
Help Barack Obama, Dan Seals, and the rest of the Democratic team by showing Democratic support at Libertyville Days.
Work a two hour shift alongside other Democrats at our Democratic booth in Cook Park (Corner of Milwaukee Avenue & Church Street, Libertyville) on Friday, between noon to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; or Sunday 1 - 6 p.m. Or, join us in the parade. D
Democrats congregate in the parking lot of the Libertyville Metra Station, just west of Milwaukee Avenue and the railroad tracks, between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m., and the parade will begin at 10:00 a.m.
Look for the Tenth Dems banner to find us. Call 847-702-6635 to volunteer for this important summer kick-off event.
Event Info: Cook Park, Corner of Milwaukee & Church, Libertyville
Contract: For more information call 847-702-6635
Start: 10:00
End: 11:30
Rep. Bill Foster will hold his 11th session of Congress on Your Corner this weekend, meeting with constituents at the Dixon County Market in Dixon.
Congress on Your Corner allows constituents to bring their concerns to Rep. Foster in an informal way without appointment.
Location: County Market, 1380 N. Galena Ave, Dixon
Contact: Dan McDonald, Deputy Director of Communications, (630) 406-1114, dan.mcdonald@mail.house.gov.
Press is invited for photos/b-roll only – no Q&A please.
Start: 13:00
End: 15:00
Park District Commissioner Rob and Mrs. Carol Nesvacil invite you to meet and chat with State Senator Dan Kotowski and State Representative Mark Walker at their drop-in ice cream social. Children are welcomed to this casual open house.
LOCATION: The Nesvacil Home, 102 South Ridge Avenue (at Sigwalt), Arlington Heights
Please call or e-mail Rob at 847-254-4944.
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06 / 15
End: 21:00
Start: 06/13/2008 - 12:00
End: 06/15/2008 - 21:00
Help Barack Obama, Dan Seals, and the rest of the Democratic team by showing Democratic support at Libertyville Days.
Work a two hour shift alongside other Democrats at our Democratic booth in Cook Park (Corner of Milwaukee Avenue & Church Street, Libertyville) on Friday, between noon to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; or Sunday 1 - 6 p.m. Or, join us in the parade. D
Democrats congregate in the parking lot of the Libertyville Metra Station, just west of Milwaukee Avenue and the railroad tracks, between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m., and the parade will begin at 10:00 a.m.
Look for the Tenth Dems banner to find us. Call 847-702-6635 to volunteer for this important summer kick-off event.
Event Info: Cook Park, Corner of Milwaukee & Church, Libertyville
Contract: For more information call 847-702-6635
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06 / 16
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06 / 17
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06 / 18
Start: 00:00
McHenry County Farm Bureau
1102 McConnell Rd
Woodstock
The McHenry County Democratic Central Committee meets every month. As always, the party welcomes new recruits and interested members of the public. More Info: www.mchenrydems.com
Start: 17:30
End: 20:00
Join us as we settle the problems of the world from a democratic perspective -- over a friendly drink or two at Frankie Z's (435 N. Clark). Event is free. Click here to RSVP.
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06 / 19
Start: 19:30
David Sirota, senior editor at In These Times, will join authors Thomas Geoghegan and Rick Perlstein for a panel discussion of Sirota's new book The Uprising: An Unauthorized Tour of the Populist Revolt Scaring Wall Street and Washington.
If you're in the Chicago area, come by for a provocative conversation about the re-emergence of populism. For more information about the event, call (773) 772-0100. The Uprising was released on May 27, 2008. Click here for more information.
Start: 19:00
End: 21:00
Address: Edwardo's, (back room), 9300 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Illinois took a step on the road to ethics reform last month when the bill to curtail pay-to-play politics passed the Legislature and was sent to the Governor for signing.
At this month's meetup, David Morrison, deputy director of the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform, will talk with us about ethics reform and campaign finance reform in Illinois. We'll also celebrate the end of the primary season and the selection of Barack Obama as the presumptive nominee of the Democratic Party.
Last month, we started a new tradition for the meetup: A food drive to help stock the Niles Township Food Pantry. The pantry helps more than 1,500 area residents every month--people who are having trouble feeding themselves and their families. With food prices skyrocketing along with fuel prices, families are suffering. We can do more than talk about the issues!
So if you come, please bring a food donation with you. Speaker begins at 7:00. Come early to get a start on dinner and discourse. RSVPs to lkyarrow@yahoo.com. Help plan for enough seating.
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06 / 20
Start: 11:30
End: 13:30
The Authors Group invites you to attend a luncheon with Senator Jim Webb, who will discuss his new book, A Time to Fight: Reclaiming a Fair and Just America.
LOCATION: Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago
$25 per person
Non-members of the Union League Club of Chicago may make reservations for this program by contacting the Book Stall at Chestnut Court at 847-446-8880.
Please note: the Club's dress code requires business casual attire.
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06 / 21
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06 / 22
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06 / 23
Start: 12:00
Join the Host Committee (in formation) as the National Jewish Democratic Council presents Senator Carl Levin with the prestigious NDJC John F. Kennedy Leadership Award.
LOCATION: The Standard Club, 320 South Plymouth Court.
Chicago Suggested contribution: Co-Chair $5,000, Host Committee $1,000, Guest $250.For more information or to RSVP, please contact Melissa Kaplan at 202-216-9612.
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06 / 24
Start: 07:00
Summertime is here, and travel plans for many will be close to home...at best. With gas prices up, and food prices up, a picnic at the beach costs more than ever.
Will prices and economic worries over inflation, health care, home values, Social Security and more dominate the election this year, or will flag pins, middle names, and the people the candidates have known in their lives be the primary "issues?"
Let's Talk Politics is your chance to sound off on this, or any other political topic that's on your mind. Join us for a moderated discussion on current political events.
Location: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
Contact: Events@TenthDems.org 847-266-8683
All are welcome...bring a friend. All ages are welcome...bring your grandmother or your grandson.
Pre-registration is not required, but it helps us to know how many to plan for. You can pre-register at TenthDemsU.org, or call us at 847-266-VOTE (8683) to let us know that you're coming.
Start: 17:30
Talk by Arab American Institute president James Zogby. InterContinental Hotel, 505 N. Michigan, 312-726-3860, $30, registration requested. This is a Chicago Council on Global Affairs program.
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06 / 25
Start: 12:00
The Delta Institute is pleased to present Partners in Change 2008, a luncheon dedicated to partnerships for a regional green economy. We are honored to have as our guest speaker Van Jones, President of Green for All.
The Delta Institute is a non profit organization working to transform the Great Lakes Region into the center of the emerging green economy. Delta creates, funds and implements programs that integrate environmental, economic and community health.
Time: Registration begins at 11:15; Luncheon starts promptly at Noon.
Location: Winter Garden Room, Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL (map)
Cost: Individual tickets are offered at $100 each, tables of ten can be reserved for $1,000;
Please use this link to register for the lunch.
For questions about tickets, contact Pearon Hampton at 312-554-0900 ext. 10 or phampton@delta-institute.org.
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