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SUMMARY:Building a Sustainable Tomorrow: Key Updates on Illinois Legislation (LWV Elgin Area)
DESCRIPTION:April is Earth Month\, and this year\, the focus is on environmental protection and celebrating our planet\, with the theme “Our Power\, Our Planet” and a push for renewable energy. To celebrate\, the League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area is hosting an engaging virtual program on climate change and environmental justice.\nIllinois continues to lead the charge with significant climate legislation. Building on the successes of the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA\, 2016) and the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA\, 2021)\, the state is now advancing three new legislative pillars: the Comprehensive Renewable Generation Act (CRGA)\, the Clean Energy Transition Act (CETA)\, and the Clean and Healthy Buildings Act (CHBA)\, focusing on power\, transportation\, and buildings.\nThis program will provide an overview of these transformative policies\, exploring how they shape our communities and pave the way for a greener future. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the impact of past legislation\, such as FEJA and CEJA\, as well as the promises of upcoming bills. Learn actionable ways to support these initiatives and advocate for meaningful change in your community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference!\nOur featured speaker\, William “Bill” Koehl\, is a seasoned expert in environmental policy and advocacy. With extensive knowledge and experience\, Bill excels at breaking down complex legislative efforts to make them accessible and actionable. As an Issues Specialist for LWVIL\, he has dedicated the past several years to collaborating with communities across the state to advance impactful climate legislation. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/building-a-sustainable-tomorrow-key-updates-on-illinois-legislation-lwv-elgin-area/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QY6ZvYLMTxChhCGn78U-IQ
CATEGORIES:Climate-Change,energy,energy-conservation,Environment,Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
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UID:11521-1745346600-1745350200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Chemical Trespass in Illinois Ecosystems (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:Chemical pesticides can stray from their target areas and impact protected natural areas. What legislative options are being offered to help address the problem? Join us on Earth Day to hear from Kim Erndt-Pitcher\, Director of Ecological Health for Prairie Rivers Network.\nRegister to attend this virtual program. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=754&\nKim Erndt-Pitcher works with numerous partners around the state and nation to protect biodiversity and natural habitats from the threats such as climate change\, pollution\, harmful land use practices\, and habitat loss. She also leads PRN’s pesticide and pollinator habitat conservation programs.\nThis event is part of our Democracy and Equity Education Series\, brought to you by LWVIL’s Issues & Advocacy Committee.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/chemical-trespass-in-illinois-ecosystems-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250320T003329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T011924Z
UID:11514-1744916400-1744921800@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence and the SAFE-T Act (LWV La Grange Area)
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters® of the La Grange Area will sponsor a program on the SAFE-T Act and its impact on Domestic Violence cases. Madeleine Behr of the social service organization\, CAASE (Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation) will be addressing changes in how cases of Domestic Violence are prosecuted since the SAFE-T Act went into effect in September 2023. She will also answer questions about how Domestic Violence is handled in Illinois. Domestic Violence is still a problem in our community. Come and learn what we\, the public\, should know.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/domestic-violence-and-the-safe-t-act-lwv-la-grange-area/
LOCATION:La Grange Park Public Library\, 555 N la Grange Rd\, La Grange Park\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250320T003329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T010315Z
UID:11513-1744804800-1744808400@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: UN's Commission on the Status of Women (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:LWVIL Issues & Advocacy’s monthly Lunch & Learn series will next feature a presentation from the members of the Illinois League who participated in the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). This worldwide movement is as important today in the US as ever before.\nThis virtual program is open only to League members. Register. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=759&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/lunch-learn-uns-commission-on-the-status-of-women-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250320T003328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T004817Z
UID:11512-1744450200-1744455600@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Electoral College Discussion with Rosemary Heilemann (LWV Palos-Orland)
DESCRIPTION:Rosemary Heilemann is a founding member of the LWV Deerfield Electoral College Committee\, which has been working since 2017 to educate the public about the Electoral College. This presentation will help explain how the Electoral College impacts our presidential elections. Rosemary will outline the LWV’s position on the Electoral College. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.\nThis event is presented by the League of Women Voters of Palos-Orland.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/electoral-college-discussion-with-rosemary-heilemann-lwv-palos-orland/
LOCATION:Palos Heights Public Library\, 12501 S 71st Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250309T000304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T004812Z
UID:11468-1744117200-1744120800@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Observer Corps Training (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:The League’s Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally\, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Learn more about the Observer Corps. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eb87706d3837677cd92bc85/t/5f501303c3d245426c596b10/1599083268675/observer-program-090220.pdf\nJoin us for this virtual session to become a trained Observer!\nObserver training is open to League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=639&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/observer-corps-training-lwvil-7/
LOCATION:https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=639&
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250403T003313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T004829Z
UID:11536-1743865200-1743872400@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Hands Off! (LWV Greater Rockford)
DESCRIPTION:LWV Greater Rockford is partnering with Stateline Indivisible on the Hands Off! day of democracy action on Saturday\, April 5. Like the Light For our Democracy event\, LWVUS is an official sponsor of the Hands Off! event.\nPlease join League members and use this link to sign up: https://mobilize.us/s/LpVkDG https://mobilize.us/s/LpVkDG?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3EQvwfUczVlISkAKWFvGty7kp5Z2wHjkp3tAVKtDyUmnt3Fsw3Lz-Ty3E_aem_Oy6eCWD2kxDbskfeNBzHYA\nWe will meet at the park\, there will be a march for those who are able\, and a return to the park for a rally – bring your signs! LWVGR Immigration Chair Sara Dady will be one of several speakers.\nDonald Trump and Elon Musk think this country belongs to them. Rockford is fighting back! They’re taking everything they can get their hands on—our health care\, our data\, our jobs\, our services—and daring the world to stop them. This is a crisis\, and the time to act is now.\nThis mass mobilization day is our message to the world that we do not consent to the destruction of our government and our economy . Alongside Americans across the country\, we are marching\, rallying\, and protesting to demand a stop the chaos and build an opposition movement.\nA core principle behind all Hands Off! events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/hands-off-lwv-greater-rockford/
LOCATION:Haight Park\,451 La Fayette Ave.\, Rockford\, IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250319T001832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T003307Z
UID:11509-1743015600-1743019200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Democracy and Education: School Leaders in Challenging Times (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual panel discussion featuring academics and activists committed to public institutions that empower young citizens with critical knowledge and skills of analysis and discernment.\nRegister to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=764&\nOur guest panelists include Albert Chan\, social studies teacher at Niles North and Niles West High School\, advocate for the TEAACH Act\, the nation’s first school code amendment ensuring that Asian American history is taught in all Illinois elementary and secondary schools; Myiti Sengstacke-Rice\, President and CEO of Chicago Defender Charities\, which produces the Bud Billiken Parade and Festival; and Veronica Arreola\, inaugural director of Hispanic Serving Institution Initiatives at the University of Illinois at Chicago.\nThis program is sponsored by LWVIL’s DEI Committee.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/democracy-and-education-school-leaders-in-challenging-times-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250216T230325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T001832Z
UID:11310-1742322600-1742326200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Working Women and the Wage Gap (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Women’s Equal Pay Day\, our Democracy and Equity Series will feature a presentation from Sharmili Majmudar of Women Employed about working women and the wage gap. Register. https://pj67ludab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_EgAfxSkARr4nGkQQuP0f279te1Dm3Dd-P4uK17aA5It1MZLlmvq4_U_63M-doxrEtO-3IIN8CvbYE3o7hW6zuW3OgWVwx4LSvtYiuijQj5qIJDR6CHOG_pm7awwj9Lobht14uBqkdlyhz52oCU9zdnPxsVuwI91kIX_iOs1wI3f5T3rQLQCVQRdGWAbSPwhex4qBNH-9zccseuOkyyOzbxUb4JNARTiod9o4jMf0BETAz5mJp8CVg==&c=kAadBWtljs1fpx7z4v6ZjjlipeEebkKN-342p0TjqvSjEVxKlLqpPw==&ch=Zg55m4VXssm9FXLlTmLCWI0r5sJVhPVTiLfBFzaf0dqDJuGC701zqA==\nThis event is free and open to the public.\nAbout the Speaker\nSharmili Majmudar is Executive Vice President of Policy\, Programs\, and Research for Women Employed. She oversees Women Employed’s development and implementation of strategic policy and systems change priorities advancing economic justice for women. She heads the organization’s advocacy efforts for the voluntary implementation of aspects of good quality jobs so employees can achieve economic stability\, developing and leading WE’s collaborations with employers. In partnership with employers seeking to advance gender equity\, she also advocates for best practices on sexual harassment\, equal pay\, and other issues of gender bias that create barriers for women in the workplace.\nSharmili also serves on the Board of Directors of the Crossroads Fund\, a public foundation that supports grassroots organizations doing racial\, social\, and economic justice work in the Chicago area. She was featured as one of 2014’s National Asian Pacific Women’s Forum’s Everyday Sheroes\, is a recipient of the Chicago Foundation for Women’s Impact Award\, and was honored at the Chicago Woman Magazine’s International Women Leaders Luncheon in 2017.\nBefore joining Women Employed in 2017\, Majmudar served for almost a decade as the Executive Director of Resilience\, formerly called Rape Victim Advocates (RVA)\, whose mission is to ensure that survivors of sexual assault are treated with dignity and compassion. Under her leadership\, RVA established impactful collaborations with schools\, hospitals\, universities\, public officials\, corporations\, and other partners.\nMajmudar earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from The George Washington University in Washington\, D.C.\, and a Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago’s Graduate School of Social Work.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/working-women-and-the-wage-gap-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250218T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T000304Z
UID:11328-1741888800-1741888800@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Communications Roundtable (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:LWVIL invites local League communications chairs and volunteers to gather and share ideas. During this roundtable\, we will give an overview of Canva resources that LWVIL has for all local Leagues and present a Canva tutorial for those new to the graphic design tool.\nThis roundtable is only open to League members. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=749&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/communications-roundtable-lwvil-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250210T230621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T000305Z
UID:11300-1741719600-1741723200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Observer Corps Training (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:The League’s Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally\, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Learn more about the Observer Corps. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eb87706d3837677cd92bc85/t/5f501303c3d245426c596b10/1599083268675/observer-program-090220.pdf\nJoin us for this virtual session to become a trained Observer!\nObserver training is open to League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=654
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/observer-corps-training-lwvil-6/
LOCATION:https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=654
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250218T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T000340Z
UID:11327-1741426200-1741433400@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Democracy in America - A Social Gathering with Juliette Gordon Low (LWV Palos-Orland Area)
DESCRIPTION:See and hear Girl Scouts Founder Juliette Gordon Low as adapted and performed by Betsy Means of Women Lore. Come early and join us for coffee and conversation at 9:30am before the event begins at 10am.\nJuliet Gordon Low (1860-1927 was an enthusiastic organizer and Fundraiser who led the formation of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America in 1912. By the time of her death\, the Girl Scout had become a successful national organization.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/democracy-in-america-a-social-gathering-with-juliette-gordon-low-lwv-palos-orland-area/
LOCATION:Palos Heights Public Library\, 12501 S 71st Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250304T000422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T000330Z
UID:11459-1741282200-1741285800@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:THE JUDICIARY with Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford (LWV Lake County)
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford will introduce us to the judiciary system and share her experience in the Illinois courts. Hear about similarities and differences with the federal level. This event is open only to League members. Register at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c2HgvymYTC22PjO6adrOPA zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c2HgvymYTC22PjO6adrOPA https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c2HgvymYTC22PjO6adrOPA \, where you can submit a question for the Justice.\nABOUT THE SPEAKER\nAfter years as a practicing attorney\, Justice Rochford was appointed as Associate Judge of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit\, Lake County in December 2012. She was elected to the Illinois Supreme Court from the Second Judicial District in 2022.\nJustice Rochford is active in the Illinois Bar Association as well as the Lake County Bar Association\, and has held a number of leadership roles in both. She also has served as an officer for the Illinois Judges Foundation and the Illinois Judges Association.\nAdditionally\, she spends hours volunteering for many non-profits. Justice Rochford has earned numerous honors for her professional accomplishments plus for her volunteerism.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/the-judiciary-with-illinois-supreme-court-justice-elizabeth-m-rochford-lwv-lake-county/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c2HgvymYTC22PjO6adrOPA
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250304T000422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T000309Z
UID:11457-1741114800-1741120200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Light For Our Democracy in Rockford\, IL (LWV Greater Rockford)
DESCRIPTION:Our Light for Our Democracy gathering is an opportunity for community reflection\, action\, and solidarity. Rather than watching the address\, this event will offer a space to engage in meaningful activities\, including speeches\, “candle” lighting\, sign-making\, and postcard writing.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/light-for-our-democracy-in-rockford-il-lwv-greater-rockford/
LOCATION:Rockford City Hall Lobby\, 425 E State St\, Rockford\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:democracy,light,Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250127T223323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T233326Z
UID:11219-1740571200-1740574800@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Legislative Interviews (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:LWVIL Issues & Advocacy’s monthly Lunch & Learn series will next discuss how to conduct an effective legislative interview from LWVIL Issues Specialist Donna Limper.\nThis program is open only to League members. Register. https://pj67ludab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_EgAfxSkARr4nGkQQuP0f279te1Dm3Dd-P4uK17aA5It1MZLlmvq4_U_63M-doxra_904vfgtQpJNXHCH__l387atFJZSEPgmjP56wuI3pGEyvzlttQ2OhBuQhALA3evCql_50Raped4CSkjS2zeMZy3M5BhjTnw6gyrDHkRcNsyIod_KeIdAh1m0Pq0N-dWfrF5PSZHcJZMHrgg5LcaNw1f5O57zjNqwIgwjqDte7Sdvvf2DczglQ==&c=kAadBWtljs1fpx7z4v6ZjjlipeEebkKN-342p0TjqvSjEVxKlLqpPw==&ch=Zg55m4VXssm9FXLlTmLCWI0r5sJVhPVTiLfBFzaf0dqDJuGC701zqA==
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/lunch-learn-legislative-interviews-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250218T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233324Z
UID:11326-1740218400-1740222000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Moderator Training (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning the techniques for moderating an efficient and effective League candidate forum in the current atmosphere? While the rules have not changed much\, the challenges of conducting a fair and cordial forum have.\nWhether you’ve gone through League training previously or are new to the position\, join us for this essential updated training.\nRegistration required. You must be a League member to attend.\nRegister to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=744&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/moderator-training-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250218T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T230306Z
UID:11325-1739991600-1739995200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:When Naperville Was a 'Sundown Town' (LWV Naperville)
DESCRIPTION:Sundown laws\, which restricted or forbade the presence of Black Americans in certain towns after sunset\, were not uncommon before the Civil Rights era. For a time\, Naperville also had a sundown policy. LWV Naperville’s Ideas Forum will focus on Naperville’s history of sunset laws\, as researched by a group of North Central College students mentored by associate professor of criminology Raleigh Blasdell.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/when-naperville-was-a-sundown-town-lwv-naperville/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/MWZvVEeBRYSIvY5qEg8inA#/registration
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250112T213548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T230621Z
UID:11167-1739278800-1739282400@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Observer Corps Training (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:The League’s Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally\, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Learn more about the Observer Corps. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eb87706d3837677cd92bc85/t/5f501303c3d245426c596b10/1599083268675/observer-program-090220.pdf\nJoin us for this virtual session to become a trained Observer!\nObserver training is open to League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=634&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/observer-corps-training-lwvil-5/
LOCATION:https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=634&
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250122T223310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T230308Z
UID:11212-1739008800-1739014200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Nature and Neighborhoods (LWV Palos Orland Area)
DESCRIPTION:Suzi Wirtz serves as Executive Director for the Illinois Park and Recreation Association and Foundation. Join the League of Women Voters of the Palos Orland Area for an engaging discussion about the critical and unique role park districts play in Illinois\, when it comes to enhancing the community and promoting civic engagement.\nRegistration is not required and there is no cost to you.\nHot coffee\, cake and conversation will be available at 9:30am before the event.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/nature-and-neighborhoods-lwv-palos-orland-area/
LOCATION:Palos Heights Public Library\, 12501 S 71st Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250109T213627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T230351Z
UID:11160-1738972800-1739059199@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Issues Briefing 2025 (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:Get briefed! Join the League of Women Voters of Illinois for our annual look at current issues. Learn from experts and be prepared to advocate for change in your community and state.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/issues-briefing-2025-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250115T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T224958Z
UID:11179-1738864800-1738872000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:“Is Our Water Safe?” followed by Primary Candidate Meet and Greet (LWV Greater Rockford)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford for an exciting and informative civic event. Janie Rott\, Superintendent of the Water Division for the City of Rockford will kick things off by presenting: “Is Our Water Safe?” She will discuss city water issues\, PFA’s and the ongoing lead pipe removal program. This event is organized by our LWVGR Environmental Committee.\nThe water presentation will be followed by a Primary Candidate Meet and Greet where there are eight competitive races on the City of Rockford primary ballot!\nThe public is welcome and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/is-our-water-safe-followed-by-primary-candidate-meet-and-greet-lwv-greater-rockford/
LOCATION:New Zion Baptist Church\,4747 West Riverside Boulevard\, Rockford\, IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250118T222512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T223406Z
UID:11206-1738695600-1738701000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Federal Lawsuit Aims to Eliminate Wetlands Protection (LWV Upper Mississippi River River Region)
DESCRIPTION:On February 4\, join attorney Katie Garvey from the Environmental Law and Policy Center and Elle Gadient\, Delaware County Farmer & Iowa Farmers Union Beginning Farmer Representative\, for a discussion of a federal lawsuit aimed at abolishing Swampbuster provisions that protect wetlands on agricultural lands.\nThis program\, hosted by LWV Upper Mississippi River River Region\, will look at this last bulwark of protection remaining after the Sackett decision gutted wetland protections in the Clean Water Act.\nRegistration required! Click here. https://lwvmn.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ca6205ac1b3b1b941186dd142&id=c3dce40b56&e=46e014034a
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/federal-lawsuit-aims-to-eliminate-wetlands-protection-lwv-upper-mississippi-river-river-region/
LOCATION:https://lwvmn.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ca6205ac1b3b1b941186dd142&id=c3dce40b56&e=46e014034a
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250116T220347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T223451Z
UID:11188-1738603800-1738609200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Larry McClellan and the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Join the League of Women Voters of Chicago to hear from Dr. Larry McClellan\, historian and author\, who will discuss the history of freedom seekers and the Underground Railroad in Illinois.\nWe’ll gather at the University of Chicago’s Regenstein Library (Room 122). The event will also be available virtually. It is free to attend and open to the public.\nDr. McClellan’s award award-winning book\, Onward to Chicago: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois (Carbondale: Southern Illinois University Press\, 2023)\, will be available for sale at the event.\nRegister to attend https://lwvchicago.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=63404&item_id=2462891\nThank you to the University of Chicago Library for co-sponsoring this program.\nThis event is part of our Chicago in Focus lecture series\, which seeks to highlight and explore the most important issues facing Chicagoans today.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/dr-larry-mcclellan-and-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20241230T210628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T223417Z
UID:11140-1738090800-1738094400@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Post Election…Now What (LWV Palatine\, Barrington\, Schaumburg Areas)
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of the Palatine\, Barrington and Schaumburg Areas and various local libraries are proud to present a post-election update featuring WGN-TV’s Paul Lisnek\, who will speak about life after the election\, the election results\, and what we can expect from the upcoming four years.\nYou can choose to attend in-person or watch online on Zoom. Please indicate your preference when registering.\nThe public is invited to attend.\n https://www.lwvpalatinearea.org/handlers/celinks.ashx?id=34307\nMore information and registration https://www.lwvpalatinearea.org/handlers/celinks.ashx?id=45942\nThis event is held in partnership with the Schaumburg Library as well as the following library co-sponsors:\nBellwood Public Library\nLinda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library\nClarendon Hills Public Library\nCook Memorial Public Library\nDeerfield Public Library\nDes Plaines Public Library\nEla Area Public Library\nGail Borden Public Library\nGlenview Public Library\nGrayslake Lake Villa District Library\nHinsdale Public Library\nLa Grange Public Library\nLake Forest Library\nMarengo Union Library District\nMcHenry Public Library\nMessenger Public Library\nMorton Grove Public Library\nMount Prospect\nProspect Heights Public Library\nWilmette Public Library\nWoodridge Public Library
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/post-electionnow-what-lwv-palatine-barrington-schaumburg-areas/
LOCATION:Schaumburg Central Library – Rasmussen Room\,130 S Roselle Rd\, Schaumburg\, IL 60193\, USA\, https://www.schaumburglibrary.org/events?id=12017249
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250115T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T222512Z
UID:11177-1737216000-1737223200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Women's March Rockford (LWV Greater Rockford)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the League of Women Voters of Rockford to learn how other organizations are responding to the incoming administration\, and how YOU can help.\nSpeakers will include our very own Becky Simon\, president of the League of Women Voters of Illinois!\nPlus…\nImmigration – Luz Ramirez – YWCA\nLGBTQ+ – Phyllis Gallisath – The Liam Foundation\nReproductive Rights – Anne Schreiner – Planned Parenthood\nViolence Against Women – Megan Brechon – Family Peace Center\nDisability Justice + Accessibility – Alice Nichols + Jessica Wexell – RAMP\nDid you know that the term “ReSisterhood” is the name of a documentary about the power of women\, using their collective power to resist against fascism.\nNO ENTRY FEE\, ACCESSIBLE PARKING\, LIGHT SNACKS AVAILABLE\nCapacity at the memorial hall is 200 seated in the auditorium with 150 more in the balcony (standing).\nThere is plenty of free parking all around on the streets and some lots. If needed\, there is paid parking garage called Pioneer Deck at 325 N. Main Street. It’s a 1 minute walk to the Hall from there. The Pioneer deck is across the street from the Coronado Theater (can’t miss).
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/womens-march-rockford-lwv-greater-rockford/
LOCATION:Veteran’s Memorial Hall\, 211 N Main St\, Rockford\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250115T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T220347Z
UID:11175-1737048600-1737054000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:A Changing Immigration Matrix (LWV Greater Rockford)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford for a great overview of our immigration system and what to expect from the incoming presidential administration. LWVGR’s Immigration Chair and immigration attorney Sara Dady is presenting.\nWhy is it so hard for people to immigrate “the right way” to the US?\n• US laws for immigration were passed in 1965 and have received no updates in over 30 years.\n• Very few people are eligible to even apply for a green card to the United States.\n• Work visas are limited\, expensive for employers\, and take a long time to process.\n• Immigration courts have a 4 million case backlog and approximately 800 immigration judges.\nAttend our presentation to find out why the immigration system Americans think we have isn’t actually the system we have.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/a-changing-immigration-matrix-lwv-greater-rockford/
LOCATION:RPL Nordlof Center – J. R. Sullivan Theater\,118 North Main Street\, Rockford\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250103T211858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T215255Z
UID:11148-1736879400-1736883000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Poverty Through Gender Equity (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:Audra Wilson\, President and CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law\, will present a look at poverty through the lens of gender equity. Join us to learn how we can make a difference! Register. https://pj67ludab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MafDwZ4cNB6SGBznTU2zkMjwGjEiwgbT_mot3nV3NOB6nyYB3f1gPCKxvTXq7AathgheeUdk6liSBLJve2viR1VHfGROoFSL-X2S03Dwo2AHMOYVi_U3_AX2_7bl4s_fRFFlUJ8bgPw5gUjFkW4oOjeQAHS1gxqkEu8gKolZ4Plzc0LQMY-NpR5ISl0hbuxVSdm-5o7j2QRuVuDeTs_Vl4w-klHHOmJYuIIWrgUhfGAWbyQUB9OEWg==&c=tdaI8tfId5jv29OIyQKqWB0v7qRo_rK7JIQhsG4W3A2NL_D8rNqzNQ==&ch=RCpb98xayrB0IBMHwMSNPQrxZyAoN3tNIDHFf9-N1lSgqWfOK1ohZw==\nThis virtual event is part of our Democracy and Equity Education Series\, brought to you by LWVIL’s Issues & Advocacy Committee.\nAbout the Speaker\nPresident and CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law\, Audra Wilson has been a champion for racial and economic justice for more than 20 years. She is a lawyer\, policy shaper\, community mobilizer\, teacher\, and executive.\nEarly in her career as a welfare advocacy staff attorney\, she focused on welfare reform and food security issues in Illinois. Audra has also served in an advisory capacity to a number of political campaigns\, including Barack Obama’s\, and she was Deputy Chief of Staff for Congresswomen Robin Kelly. More recently\, she was appointed by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to chair the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues. Audra also serves on the Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security and the Illinois Commission to End Hunger. Audra is a former Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Illinois.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/addressing-poverty-through-gender-equity-lwvil/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20250109T213626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T214805Z
UID:11159-1736793000-1736800200@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Ratified Movie Showing\, An Evening of Advocacy and Activism (LWV Wilmette)
DESCRIPTION:DON’T MISS this inspiring story of the multi-racial\, multi-generational\, bipartisan effort to make the ERA the 28th Amendment to the US Constitution! Ratified shows us the tenacity required by ordinary citizens to bend the arc towards justice. You’ll be inspired to contact the Biden administration every day\, urging the president to direct the archivist to publish the ERA to our US Constitution.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/ratified-movie-showing-an-evening-of-advocacy-and-activism-lwv-wilmette/
LOCATION:Wilmette Theater\, 1122 Central Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20241220T203306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T213323Z
UID:11127-1736589600-1736595000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Criminal Justice Reform and the Cook County League (LWV Cook County)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jan Goldberg. Jan Goldberg is a member of the League of Women Voters of the LaGrange Area and the Cook County League of Women Voters. She leads the LWV Cook County Criminal Justice Interest Group. Jan is a retired social studies teacher and an active community member.\nREGISTRATION: None required\nCOST: Free. Have your coffee and treat at the ready before the event. Login at 9:45 for a chat with members.
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/criminal-justice-reform-and-the-cook-county-league-lwv-cook-county/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85671091917?pwd=Rm5XalhyeTY1Mk5sUGcyeFlVT21yZz09
CATEGORIES:cook-county,criminal,Justice,Membership,pre-trial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T133226
CREATED:20241209T194812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T211908Z
UID:11111-1736276400-1736280000@lwvelginarea.org
SUMMARY:Observer Corps Training (LWVIL)
DESCRIPTION:The League’s Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally\, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Learn more about the Observer Corps. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eb87706d3837677cd92bc85/t/5f501303c3d245426c596b10/1599083268675/observer-program-090220.pdf\nJoin us for this virtual session to become a trained Observer!\nObserver training is open to League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=649&
URL:https://lwvelginarea.org/event/observer-corps-training-lwvil-4/
LOCATION:https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=649&
CATEGORIES:Membership
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