- May 16, 2026
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Unity in the Community Food Drive
May 16, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Unity in the Community Food Drive
Saturday, May 16th
9:00 am – NOONLocations and list below
Don’t miss your chance to make a difference!
This is our final drive until August 15th.
Help us fill our shelves for the summer and join forces to uplift our community.More info on WeCanLeadChange.org
Here is the donation list:
**=most needed items
Please be mindful of expiration dates
**Canned Tuna
**Cooking oil (medium size)
**Dry Rice
**Dry Beans
Lentils
Oatmeal
Pasta
Pasta Sauce
Pasta for Soup
Tortillas (corn and flour)
Maseca (tortilla flour)
Canned Pickled Jalapenos
Dried Chiles (Guajillo, Ancho)
Canned Corn
Canned Beans
Canned Tomatoes
**Body Soap
**Diapers Size 5
**Maxi Pads
Shampoo/conditioner
Deodorant
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Toilet Paper
Baby Wipes
Powder cleanser
Laundry DetergentLocations:
Congregational Church of Batavia
21 S. Batavia Avenue, parking lot
BataviaUnited Methodist Church of Geneva
Parking lot behind 211 Hamilton
GenevaLa Huerta Catering Grill & Market parking lot
(donation list provided in store)
580 South Randall
St. CharlesSilver Glen Crossing, public parking lot
Silver Glen & Randall Roads
South ElginParking lot at Kimball & Grove Streets
(near the library)
ElginCarpenter Park Main Lot
Maple Avenue
CarpentersvilleSponsors:
- We Can Lead Change
- Fox Valley Rising
- HIKE Tribe Indivisible
- United Methodist Church of Geneva
- First Congregational Church – Elgin
- Congregational Church of Batavia
- La Huerta Grill and Market
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- May 19, 2026
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Elgin Township Monthly Meeting
May 19, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Elgin Township Building, 729 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123Get together with fellow Democrats for featured speakers and interesting conversation.
The entrance we use is in the back of the building. While we try to have someone at the door to open it as everyone arrives, there is a doorbell to the left of the door in case the doors are locked.
Regular monthly meeting of the Elgin Township Democrats’ central committee.
(Third Tuesday of most months)Please note the following exceptions in 2026:
(some due room availability conflicts when moving of our meeting from the second Wednesday to the third Tuesday)- March: planning an election results watch party on 3/17/2026
- April: meeting will be on 4/22/2026
- September: meeting will be on 9/16/2026
- December: holiday party date TBD
Hybrid Meeting | In-Person and on Zoom.
In-Person meeting will take place at:
Elgin Township Building | Lower Level
729 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123- Doors Open: 6:30pm
- Official Meeting: 7:00pm
- Guest Speakers: 7:30pm
(Times listed above are estimates)
Zoom connection information will be sent out to all PCs prior to the meeting.
If you would like to attend the zoom, please contact Ed Rzeppa at info@ElginDems.org.
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- May 22, 2026
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Hike Tribe Visibility Brigade
May 22, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
YOU’RE INVITED: Join the HIKE TRIBE to wave signs and flags while 60,000 cars (and who knows how many passengers) pass our big NO WAR and NO KINGS signs on state highway 25 and Interstate 90.
If you have hand posters or flags, BRING THEM!!
There has been an excellent response to our presence and messages in these events.
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- May 23, 2026
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Art Resistance Market
May 23, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Elgin Artspace Lofts, 51 S Spring St, Elgin, IL 60120, USAby the Elgin Area Immigrant AllianceCome out to support our Elgin immigrant community and raise mutual aid funds, which supports families impacted by ICE.Admission is FREE with a suggested donation of $5.Come and enjoy:• Local artists and vendors• Live musical performance• Raffles for art and gift cards to Elgin favorites• Food and beverages supplied by partner businessesEvent DetailsSaturday May 23rd, 5-9pmElgin Art Space Gallery, Elgin IL- May 26, 2026
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Kane County Democrats
May 26, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Kane County Government Center, Building A, 719 S Batavia Ave, Geneva, IL 60134Hybrid meeting this month.
40 people can attend in person. Zoom for other attendees.
Regular monthly meeting of the Kane County Democrats' central committee
- May 29, 2026
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Hike Tribe Visibility Brigade
May 29, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
YOU’RE INVITED: Join the HIKE TRIBE to wave signs and flags while 60,000 cars (and who knows how many passengers) pass our big NO WAR and NO KINGS signs on state highway 25 and Interstate 90.
If you have hand posters or flags, BRING THEM!!
There has been an excellent response to our presence and messages in these events.
- May 31, 2026
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Ice Cream Social | Elgin Township Democrats
May 31, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
236 N Worth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123, USAJoin the Elgin Township Democrats for some ice cream creations and good conversation. Bring a friend who might be interested in getting involved. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow Dems.
May 31, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
236 N Worth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
- June 3, 2026
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2026 Kane Dems Golf Outing
June 3, 2026 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Bliss Creek Golf Course, 1 Golf View Rd, Sugar Grove, IL 60554, USAYou are cordially invited to be a participant or sponsor for the Kane County Democrats’ 28th Annual Golf Outing on Wednesday June 3rd. This is a great opportunity to advertise and meet local candidates.
The golf outing takes place at the beautiful Bliss Creek Golf Club. 1 Golf View Drive, Sugar Grove, IL.
$156* per player includes dinner, cart, balls, tees, and prize drawings.
Tee time is 9:00am and dinner is 2:30pm.Tee time is 9:30am!
Sponsorships
- Hole-In-One Sponsor: $5,200* – Golf for 8 and 2-hole sponsor, 3 drink tickets per golfer, banner & dinner recognition
- Eagle Sponsor: $2,600* – Golf for 8 and 1-hole sponsor, 2 drink tickets per golfer, banner & dinner recognition
- Birdie Sponsor: $1,560* – Golf for 8 and 1-hole sponsor
- Fairway Sponsor: $936* – Golf for 4 and 1-hole sponsor
- Green Sponsor: $312* – 1-hold sponsor
Not a golfer? You can still support the Kane Dems by joining us for a steak dinner from 2:30-4:30pm. Cost is $67* per dinner. The only available option is steak.
*The additional amount is to help offset our ActBlue fees. Thank you for your understanding.
More info:
https://www.kanedems.org/event/2026-kane-dems-golf-outing/
- June 4, 2026
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Penny Wegman for Treasurer Fundraiser
June 4, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Eastside Café - Coffee & Wine Bar, 311 Barrington Ave Unit A, East Dundee, IL 60118, USA
- June 5, 2026
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Hike Tribe Visibility Brigade
June 5, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
YOU’RE INVITED: Join the HIKE TRIBE to wave signs and flags while 60,000 cars (and who knows how many passengers) pass our big NO WAR and NO KINGS signs on state highway 25 and Interstate 90.
If you have hand posters or flags, BRING THEM!!
There has been an excellent response to our presence and messages in these events.
- June 6, 2026
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Pride Parade Lineup Starts
June 6, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Elgin Pride Parade & Festival
June 6, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Festival Park, 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USASave the date. Details to come.
- Lineup Starts at 9:30am
- Parade Kicks off at 11am
- Festival immediately follows parade
More Details at elginpride.org
Sign up to march with the ETD:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gx-kHpzLBannE2XoL7iXmv-GIbZHkB7UUQpUI0sk36Q/previewLike the event on facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/elgin-pride-parade-festival-ju/1633298631136549/
- June 7, 2026
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Carl Strathmann Celebration of Life
June 7, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Carmina's Mexican Restaurant and Banquets, 1055 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123, USAPlease join our family for a celebration of life
In memory of Carl StrathmannSunday 6/7/26
One O’clock in the afternoonCarmina’s Restaurant
1055 Randall Road, ElginPlease come and share your favorite memory of Carl
- June 10, 2026
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2026 KCDW Midterm Elections Candidate Meet and Greets
June 10, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Global Brew Tap House, 2100 Prairie St, St. Charles, IL 60174, USAThe Kane County Democratic Women welcome all member candidates to attend and meet voters.
These gatherings are open to the public and offer a friendly space to connect with current and future office holders.
Dates
Countywide and Central districts
June 10, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM
Global Brew Tap House
2100 Prairie St, St. Charles, IL 60174Countywide and Southern districts
June 24, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM
Oak Street Restaurant & Bar
945 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542Countywide and Northern districts
July 15, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM
Carmina’s Mexican Restaurant & Banquet
1055 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Invited Member Candidates
Deborah Allen – County Board 17
Deborah Chabi – County Board 21
Michele Clark – IL Senate 33
Julie Forbes – County Board 11
Saba Haider – IL State Rep 84
Matt Hanson – IL State Rep 83
Maura Hirschauer – IL State Rep 49
Linda Holmes – IL Senate 42
Amy Johnson – Sheriff
Chris Kious – County Board 23
Sarah Mertens – IL Senate 35
Anna Moeller – IL State Rep 43
Kate Monteleone – County Board 15
Suzanne Ness – IL State Rep 66
Ellen Nottke – County Board 2
Ricky Rivard – IL State Rep 65
Brenda Rogers – County Clerk
Lauren Underwood – US Congress District 14
Penny Wegman – County TreasurerMore info at:
https://www.kcdwomen.com/
- June 12, 2026
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Hike Tribe Visibility Brigade
June 12, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
YOU’RE INVITED: Join the HIKE TRIBE to wave signs and flags while 60,000 cars (and who knows how many passengers) pass our big NO WAR and NO KINGS signs on state highway 25 and Interstate 90.
If you have hand posters or flags, BRING THEM!!
There has been an excellent response to our presence and messages in these events.
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