Kathryn “Tinker” Harvey

Democratic Women of DuPage County will be holding their first ever Tinker Harvey Founder’s Day and Campaign Kick-Off on Saturday, May 17th, 2-4 PM at Emmet’s Alehouse, 5200 S. Main Street, Downers Grove.

Tinker Harvey, who died on December 10th, 2013, was a force for the Democratic Party in DuPage County for nearly five decades, and over the years was a champion for issues ranging from women’s rights, the environment, and fair housing, issues still relevant today. She was also a founding member of the board of directors for Illinois Democratic Women. The capstone of her career was seeing Barack Obama elected in 2008, and by a majority in DuPage County!

Tinker once told her son, Miles, that “in order to be exceptional, sometimes you had to be the exception!”

This event will be an opportunity to meet candidates, network, and enjoy the company of fellow Democratic leaders.

Heavy appetizers will be served and there will be a cash bar. The expense will be $25 for non-members, $20 for members, and $100 for sponsors. Please RSVP by May 15 to Kevin Allen, lkj1062@me.com. Donations will also be welcomed by your favorite candidates.