Elgin (and surrounding communities) Standing Together In the spirit of democracy and honoring the champions of human rights, dignity, and justice who have come before us, we join in our diversity to show our presence in numbers to great to ignore. Elgin Standing Together will take place in solidarity with marches and rallies that are occurring throughout the United States. Elgin Standing Together will send a bold message that our community stands together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us. We support advocacy that reflects our multiple and intersecting identities. We call on all [...]

Members welcome! It's a brunch! Please bring a dish or drink to share. This planning event typically takes 2-3 hours. It's an informal working session. Feel free to leave early if you must. MEMBERS - PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR MORE INFORMATION!

We have seen the terrible impact of an historic budget impasse in Illinois and witness the vocal and often hostile divides in our civil society. League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization and we learn all sides of an issue before coming to consensus on a position and advocating for legislation that supports that position. We are passionate about making democracy work for every individual in our country but how can we achieve anything when the divides distract and hamper progress? We will explore this problem and discuss solutions in numerous issue areas. We look forward to hearing your [...]

The LWV of the Elgin Area Rutland-Dundee Townships Committee cordially invites you to participate in a moderated Candidate Forum for the candidates running in the Primary for Kane County Clerk, Sheriff, County Board Dist. 9, and County Board Dist. 23. During the first half hour, voters will have the opportunity to talk informally to the candidates in a "Meet and Greet" before the Forum begins promptly at 7 pm. Candidates for the following contested races have been invited to participate: Kane County Clerk • Stanton J. "Stan" Bond (Party: Rep) • John A. "Jack" Cunningham (Party: Rep) Kane County Sheriff [...]

The LWV of the Elgin Area cordially invites you to participate in a moderated Candidate Forum for the candidates running in the Primary for the 16th Circuit Court. During the first half hour, voters will have the opportunity to talk informally to the candidates in a "Meet and Greet" before the Forum begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Candidates for the following contested races have been invited to participate: Judge 16th Circuit Court • Thomas M. "Tom" Hartwell (Party: Rep) • Elizabeth Flood (Party: Rep) • David P Kliment (Party: Rep) • Michael J Noland (Party: Dem) • Lark Cowart (Party: [...]

Join us for High Tea and discover the exquisite craftsmanship and hidden meanings within Mary Queen of Scots embroidery; small panels she created during her 19 years of imprisonment before her execution. Presented by American Needlepoint Guild Master Judge, Kathy Matthews. Reservations can be made online or by check payable to YWCA Elgin, 220 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120 Reservation deadline is February 19, 2018. No reservations will be accepted after this date.

The LWV of the Elgin Area Rutland-Dundee Townships Committee cordially invites you to participate in a moderated Candidate Forum for the candidates running in the Primary for US Congressional District 6 and 16th Circuit Court. During the first half hour, voters will have the opportunity to talk informally to the candidates in a "Meet and Greet" before the Forum begins promptly at 7 pm. Candidates for the following contested races have been invited to participate: US Congress District 6 • Kelly Mazeski (Party: Dem) • Amanda Howland (Party: Dem) • Becky Anderson Wilkins (Party: Dem) • Jennifer Zordani (Party: Dem) [...]

The LWV of the Elgin Area cordially invites you to participate in a moderated Candidate Forum for the candidates running in the Primary for the Kane County Clerk, Sheriff, County Board Dist. 17, and County Board Dist. 19. During the first half hour, voters will have the opportunity to talk informally to the candidates in a "Meet and Greet" before the Forum begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Candidates for the following contested races have been invited to participate: Kane County Clerk • Stanton J. "Stan" Bond (Party: Rep) • John A. "Jack" Cunningham (Party: Rep) Kane County Sheriff • Donald [...]