BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Naperville Township Democrats - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Naperville Township Democrats X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Naperville Township Democrats REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150709T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T222739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150709T014915Z UID:2616-1436468400-1436475600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:July Social Dinner at Jin 28 DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Jin 28\, a pan-Asian restaurant in downtown Naperville at 28 W Jefferson Ave. \nEveryone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/july-social-dinner-at-jin-38/ LOCATION:Jin 28\, 28 W Jefferson Avenue\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Federico":MAILTO:oldmovies@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150626T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150626T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150619T175617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150619T175617Z UID:2905-1435339800-1435347000@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Stephanie Kifowit Evening: Lou Lang on the Heart and Soul of the Democratic Party DESCRIPTION: URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/stephanie-kifowit-evening-lou-lang-on-the-heart-and-soul-of-the-democratic-party/ LOCATION:Pomegranate Cafe\, 55 S. Commons Drive\, Aurora\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150625T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150625T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150427T172916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150619T173827Z UID:2776-1435260600-1435260600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:June NTDO Community Forum: Behind the Badge DESCRIPTION:Let’s consider what we’ve seen in the news from July of 2014…about a year ago…to April\, 2015…regarding the use of what appears to be continued and egregious use of excessive force by the police when trying to interact or arrest African American men\, in particular: \n\nJuly\, 2014….Staten Island\, NY…Eric Garner dies because of the apparent use of a “chokehold”\nAugust\, 2014…teenager Michael Brown was shot by officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson\, MO\nNovember\, 2014…12 year old Tamir Rice\, playing with a toy pistol\, was shot by police in Cleveland\, OH\nApril\, 2015…Walter Scott was shot in the back during a routine traffic stop in North Charleston\, SC\nApril\, 2015…Freddie Gray dies while being held in police custody and enduring a “rough ride” in Baltimore\, MD\n\nWe could go back a few years\, as well\, to the tragic shooting in February of 2012 in Florida of Trayvon Martin who was killed as he walked home from a convenience store by a community watch volunteer.  Although his death did not involve the police directly\, it sparked a national conversation regarding the disproportionate arrests of young black men and their safety on the streets. \nWhat is excessive force?  According to a recent ABC News piece that aired on July\, 2014\, written by Sascha Sagan\, “there’s no concrete definition of excessive force….many police use a “force continuum” to guide their actions: \n\nFirst polite requests…\nthen demands…\nthen chemical sprays…\nthen physical force…\nthen lethal force.\n\nOfficers should only use the level of force that’s being used (or is being threatened to be used) by suspects against the police… \n27-Year Veteran Officer Willie Mayes \nFormer Aurora Police Chief Bill Powell \nSo\, let’s see what it’s like “Behind the Badge” when we hear from recently retired Aurora Chief of Police\, Bill Powell\, and Willie Mayes\, veteran law enforcement officer with 27 years of experience and 2014 Democratic candidate for Kane County Sheriff.  These gentlemen\, both African American\, will help us to more fully appreciate and understand the current national discussion regarding race and the use of what some would say is excessive police force. \nWe’ll plan for time for Q & A at the end of their presentation.  Please come! URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/june-ntdo-community-forum-behind-the-badge/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150625T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150625T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150607T154733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150607T154733Z UID:2875-1435253400-1435260600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:State Senator Linda Holmes - Summer 2015 Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Summer 2015 Kickoff\nSenator Linda Holmes\n42nd District\nThursday\, June 25th\, 2015\n5:30 – 7:30 PM\nTwo Brothers Brewery\n205 N Broadway St  Aurora\, IL  60505 \n\n\nTickets $42\nSponsorships: Friend:$250 Bronze:$500 Silver:$1\,000 Gold:$2\,500 \nQuestions/RSVP: Claire@ilsenatedems.org or 630-251-0629\nTickets will be held at the door \n\n\nPlease make checks payable to \nCitizens for Linda Holmes\, PO Box 6374\, Aurora\, IL  60598 URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/state-senator-linda-holmes-summer-2015-kickoff/ LOCATION:Two Brothers Tap House\, 30W315 Calumet Ave\, Warrenville\, IL\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Claire":MAILTO:Claire@ilsenatedems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150623T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150623T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150620T200810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150620T200810Z UID:2907-1435086000-1435093200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting with Grant Wehrli and Michael Connelly DESCRIPTION:My friend Carol Tritschler shared this invitation with me the other day: \n\nHere’s another opportunity to come speak out against Rauner right to work zones\, social service budget cuts\, and in favor of revenue generating measures such as closing corporate tax loopholes\, lasalle street transaction tax and more.  Hope you’ll turn out and share widely.  It was great being part of protest at April Naperville City Council meeting.  Carol \n\n\nFrom: “Grant Wehrli” \nTo: “Carol Tritschler”\nSent: Wednesday\, June 17\, 2015 4:17:58 PM\nSubject: Please join Rep. Wehrli and Sen. Connelly for a Naperville Town Hall meeting on June 23rd \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreated with NationBuilder\, the essential toolkit for leaders. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/town-hall-meeting-with-grant-wehrli-and-michael-connelly/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150622T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150622T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150619T174909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150619T175054Z UID:2902-1434994200-1434999600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Linda Chapa LaVia: Reception and Special Announcement DESCRIPTION:You Are Cordially Invited by:\nHouse Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie\nDeputy House Majority Leader Lou Lang\nAssistant House Majority Leader Daniel Burke\nState Senators William Delgado\, Linda Holmes\, & Tony Munoz\nState Representatives Jack Franks\, Sara Feigenholtz\, Esther Golar\nElizabeth Hernandez\, Al Riley\, Cynthia Soto\, and Larry Walsh Jr.\nJohn Aguilar\, Chuck Anderson\, Alex Arroyo\, Mavis Bates\, Toni Berrios\,\nChris Beykirch\, Maria Castro\, Mary Lou Chapa\, Ken Christy\, Rey Cruz\,\nRobert Gonzalez\, Pete Flowers\, Mike & Sandra Funkey\, Keith Gregory\,\nMark Guethle\, Gerarldo Torres\, Christian Gutierrez\, Dick & Arlene Hawks\,\nJay Keller\, Gabe Lopez\, John Rico\, Baldemar Lopez\, Dennis McKinnon\,\nKit Ochoa\, Sam Panayotovich\, Ron Perlman\, Brian Pollock\, Liz Ramirez\, Al Ronan\,\nMiguel Santiago\, Laborers Local 582 \nAnd Special Guest:\nState Treasurer Mike Frerichs\nTo a Reception and Special Announcement by:\nState Representative Linda Chapa LaVia\nThe Atrium at Copley Theatre – 8 E Galena Aurora\, IL\nMonday\, June 22 – 5:30pm – 7:00pm \n$1\,000 Gold Sponsor * $2\,500 Platinum Sponsor\n$250 Bronze Sponsor * $500 Silver Sponsor\n$50 Event Ticket * $100 Couples Ticket \nClick here to purchase your tickets today!\nRSVP to nick@cfoconsults.com or call 312.970.1564 \nChecks may be made payable to: Friends of Linda Chapa LaVia\nChecks may be mailed to: 8 E Galena Blvd\, Ste 240A Aurora\, IL 60506 \nPaid for by Friends of Linda Chapa LaVia\nA copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board’s official website (www.elections.il.gov). State law requires political committees to use their best efforts to report the occupation and employer name for each individual whose aggregate contribution is in excess of $500. Contributions to Friends of Linda Chapa LaVia are not tax deductible\nFriends of Linda Chapa LaVia\n 8 E Galena Blvd\, Ste 240 A\n Aurora IL 60506- United States URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/linda-chapa-lavia-reception-and-special-announcement/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150613T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150604T174056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150604T174253Z UID:2868-1434204000-1434204000@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Book Signing: Karma\, Revenge on the Banksters DESCRIPTION:Meet authors Mary Boyle and Margaret Regan at this local Naperville Book Signing: \nKARMA\,\nRevenge on the Banksters\nby Mary Boyle and Margaret Regan\nBook signing at Anderson’s Bookstore\nJune 13th at 2:00 p.m.\nProceeds go to Hesed House in Aurora\n \nExplains the economic meltdown of 2008 and the fictional revenge on the Banksters by stealing their money!  A satisfying read for the ninety-nine percenters! URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/book-signing-karma-revenge-on-the-banksters/ LOCATION:Anderson’s Bookstore\, 123 W Jefferson Ave\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150611T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150611T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T222307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T182314Z UID:2615-1434049200-1434056400@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:June Social Dinner - Ted's Montana Grill DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Ted’s Montana Grill in downtown Naperville\, at 39 W Jefferson\, Naperville. \nEveryone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/june-social-dinner-at-teds-montana-grill/ LOCATION:Ted’s Montana Grill\, 39 W Jefferson\, Naperville\, IL\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Federico":MAILTO:oldmovies@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150607T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150607T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150514T172257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150514T173231Z UID:2836-1433687400-1433692800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Naperville Reception/Fundraiser for Congressman Bill Foster DESCRIPTION:…and finally\, here’s the invitation as a PDF: \n\n \n\n  URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/naperville-receptionfundraiser-for-congressman-bill-foster/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Huntley":MAILTO:ben@billfoster.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150521T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150521T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150427T172820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150512T224659Z UID:2775-1432236600-1432236600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:May NTDO Community Forum: Mosque Alert DESCRIPTION:Silk Road Rising (formerly known as Silk Road Theatre Project) creates live theatre and online videos that tell stories through primarily Asian American and Middle Eastern American lenses. In representing communities that intersect and overlap\, we advance a polycultural worldview. \nThe community is invited to attend the next meeting of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization to be held at 7:30 PM on Thursday\, May 21st at the Naperville Municipal Center\, lower level. \nFollowing a short business meeting\, we will hear a very special presentation by Silk Road Rising\, a nonprofit theater in Chicago. At Silk Road Rising\, they use arts to generate conversations to build greater cultural understanding and support for Asian and Middle Eastern Americans. We will view a 20 minute online video play – Mosque Alert – which is centered on the story of two fictional Naperville families whose lives are torn apart when a new mosque is proposed for their neighborhood. Following the viewing\, Jamil Khoury\, Artistic Director (and creator of the “Mosque Alert” project) at Silk Road Rising\, will lead the “talkback session” during which participants will have an opportunity to weigh in on the characters’ motivations and behavior\, with the goal of better understanding current debates surrounding the locating of Islamic houses of worship.  (Silk Road Rising’s Executive Director Malik Gillani will also be joining us.) \nFor more information\, call Dianne at 630-420-8502. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/may-ntdo-community-forum-mosque-alert/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150514T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150514T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T221613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150511T182220Z UID:2614-1431630000-1431637200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:May Social Dinner - Braconi's Pizza DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Braconi’s Pizza at 796 Royal St George Dr\, Naperville. \nEveryone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nThis month please respond to Fred Greenwood (Julie is unavailable this month and Fred has agreed to coordinate dinner in her absence. Thanks\, Fred!) by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Fred at:  ftg1235@comcast.net  or 630-461-4828.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/may-social-dinner-braconis-pizza/ LOCATION:Braconi’s Pizza\, 796 Royal St George Dr\, Naperville\, 60563\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Greenwood":MAILTO:ftg1235@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150513T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150427T174503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150427T174503Z UID:2781-1431507600-1431529200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Volunteer at Loaves and Fishes DESCRIPTION:NTDO Secretary Steve Purduski is putting together a volunteering opportunity for May 13 at Loaves and Fishes.  Here’s his note: \n\nDear NTDO Members\,\n\nI am working on assembling a group of 10 volunteers to help sort food donations at Loaves and Fishes.  The day is Wednesday\, May 13.  My preferred time is the 9am-noon shift but if you would rather work a noon-3 shift\, let me know.  I would like to have responses in by next Wednesday [i.e.\, 4/29] so that I can confirm with Loaves and Fishes.\n\nThanks! URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/volunteer-at-loaves-and-fishes/ LOCATION:Loaves and Fishes\, 1871 High Grove Lane\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150423T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150419T191451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150419T191451Z UID:2754-1429817400-1429817400@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:April NTDO Community Forum DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization on April 23rd at 7:30 PM at the Naperville Municipal Center\, lower level\, will focus on the following organizational issues: \n\nPresentation and discussion of the 2015-2016 NTDO Budget\nPresentation of the 2014-2015 NTDO Annual Report\nPresentation/discussion of several proposed by-law amendments\n\nAnd\, the rest of the evening’s program will be devoted to discussing the April 7th Consolidated Election. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/april-ntdo-community-forum/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150421T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150419T185001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150419T191218Z UID:2748-1429642800-1429642800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Stand Against Gov Rauner's Plan to Undermine the Middle Class DESCRIPTION:Photo: Associated Press \nPlease attend Tuesday’s Naperville City Council meeting to stand against the Governor’s so-called “Turnaround Plan.” \nThe agenda for Tuesday night’s Naperville City Council meeting includes a vote (by the “lame duck” board) on Governor Rauner’s so-called “Turnaround Plan\,” which looks to most of us like a race to the bottom\, pulling the rug out from underneath working Illinois families. \nOther communities have successfully stood together against the Governor’s destructive agenda.  Now it’s our turn. \n\n  \n(click to enlarge) \nThe invitation at right\, from our friends at the Construction Industry Service Corporation\, captures it well.  [Click on it to enlarge.] \nOther resources: \n\nIL Governor Rauner Gets $750\,000 Tax Break\, Proposes Slashing Services to Middle Class and Poor\nRauner:  You Get Injured on the Job\, It’s Gonna Be Your Problem.\nAusterity in Illinois? Critics Slam ‘Morally Reprehensible’ Budget Proposal\n\n  \nThe political world of Illinois according to Bruce\, is controlled by insiders –  the kind of people who make deals “for the insiders against the taxpayers.”  Among these inside deals\, Rauner identifies “details\, the work rules\, the regulations\, and the laws.”  In truth\, those most vulnerable are the ones protected by work rules\, regulations\, the laws\, things like workman’s’ compensation\, safety standards\, medical assistance programs\, fair wage\, etc.  The governor’s elimination of these impediments to unbridled capitalism seem unlikely to assist the most vulnerable or even those chasing employment and fair pay for a family of four. – John Dillon \n\nFinally\, let me attach some text from Dianne on the importance of what’s going on here: \nOn the agenda for the Naperville City Council is a resolution supporting the: \n\nRepeal of prevailing wage\nCreation of a Right to Work Zone…same as Governor’s Rauner’s “Empowerment Zones”\nDilution of collective bargaining rights\n\nSo\, what’s an “empowerment zone”? The governor would like to create areas across the state where voters could decide if workers in their communities should be forced to join a union or pay associated dues. A related advisory vote on the April 7th Hinsdale District 86 ballot asked voters to weigh in on whether teachers should be able to strike. Guess what? It passed with 61% support! At the same time\, Hinsdale voters rejected Tea Party candidates and returned the majority control on their school board to more moderate folks. To see voters holding these diametrically opposed positions at the same time underscores the dangerous appeal of “good spin” and where it can lead. \nOther ideas promoted by the Governor during his February State of the State speech included the following: \n\nCalling for a ban on political donations by unions\nGiving taxpayers a say in the collective bargaining process at the local level\nEnding the requirement that prevailing union wages be paid to workers on state and municipal construction projects\n\nPublic sector unions will be especially vulnerable to these attacks\, inasmuch as their members’ occupations are supported by taxpayer funds. \nHow would this work? If a unit of local government (county\, municipal\, or other unit of local government…e.g. community colleges\, school districts\, etc.) supports such a resolution\, it could then be placed as a referendum on the next ballot to decide “whether business (school district) employees should be forced to join a union or pay dues as a condition of employment.” \nAbout 15% of the state’s workforce (831\,000) are members of a union. An additional 49\,000 workers were identified as having no union affiliation\, although their jobs were covered by a union contract. These are the “fair share” fee payers…and they are at the heart of the right to work movement. \nWe need you to come forward on behalf of “workplace democracy”! As a member of the IEA for 27 years\, I treasured my collective voice\, expressed by the leaders of my union. One of the greatest frustrations for so many in the workforce is that they have no “voice”…no one to express – safely – the issues related to fairness\, safety\, respect\, etc. that arise in the working lives of each of us. Being a member of a union provides that “voice”…which is why I call it “workplace democracy.” \nSo\, what is it we are hoping you will consider doing? \nShow up at the Naperville Municipal Center at 7 PM…and\, if you plan to speak\, about 6:30 PM…If you plan to speak\, the agenda item is “N-2”. Your presence in support of your fellow union members and Democratic progressives is vital to the success of this grass-roots “push back” to this proposal. Send me an email if we can count on your support and presence on  Tuesday: Dianne@napervilledemocrats.org URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/stand-against-gov-rauners-plan-to-undermine-the-middle-class/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150409T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T221332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150408T174942Z UID:2613-1428606000-1428613200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:April Social Dinner - Chopsticks Noodle Thai Cafe DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Chopsticks Noodle Thai Cafe at 375 Route 59\, Aurora. \nEveryone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/april-social-dinner-chopsticks-noodle-thai-cafe/ LOCATION:Chopsticks Noodle Thai Cafe\, 375 Illinois Route 59\, Aurora\, 60504\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150407T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T231108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150406T231632Z UID:2621-1428386400-1428433200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Municipal Election Day in Aurora/Naperville DESCRIPTION:Election Day! \nFind your polling place here.  At the same place you can view a sample ballot. \nThe polls are open from 6AM until 7PM. \n…and now\, Go Vote! \n  URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/municipal-election-day-in-auroranaperville/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150326T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150315T190834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150319T174039Z UID:2699-1427398200-1427398200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:March Community Forum: Meet the Candidates for Naperville Mayor DESCRIPTION:Please attend the next community forum of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization to be held at 7:30 PM on Thursday\, March 26th\, at the City of Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S. Eagle Street\, in the lunchroom Rooms B and C on the lower level. \nDoug Krause \nMarty Walker \nJames Haselhorst \nSteve Chirico \nFollowing a short business meeting and introductions of candidates for the April 7th election\, we will  hear from all four candidates for the Mayor of Naperville! Find out who donates 1\,000 hours each year to helping others\, who once owned a small business called the “Good Stuff Company\,” who was instrumental in the creation of the first skate park for teens in Naperville\, and who spent 9 years inspecting grain for the United States Department of Agriculture! Doug Krause\, Steve Chirico\, Marty Walker and Jim Haselhorst will each be in attendance. \nEach of the candidates will be granted 3-5 minutes for an opening statement. Meeting attendees will be provided with blank note cards upon which to submit questions for our candidates. Following 20 minutes of Q & A\, each of the candidates will have 3 minutes for a closing statement. \nNeed more info? Contact Dianne McGuire\, 630-420-8502. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/march-community-forum-naperville-mayoral-candidates-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150314T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150313T172827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T173026Z UID:2688-1426321800-1426334400@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:March in the 2015 Naperville St Patrick's Day Parade DESCRIPTION:The NTDO and Dianne McGuire are inviting folks to walk with Steve Purduski (entry #70) or Becky Anderson (#51) in the St. Pat’s parade.  Below (and at this link) you can find the final info we just received from the parade committee. \nThe post parade party will be at Sullivan’s…special Irish menu from which to order\, drink specials\, and a big plate of cookies\, compliments of Sullivan’s! \nWear a big smile and anything green you might have in the closet!  Becky Anderson will have campaign tee shirts for her volunteers to wear and Steve will have a big\, new blue decorated parade trailer to add some excitement! \nAnd\, the weather promises to be terrific: 50’s!! \n \n \n\n  \nFrom: “Chuck Corrigan”\nSubject: St. Patrick’s Day Parade Information \nThank you for participating in the West Suburban Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade. \nThe Parade Line-up Information is Now Online. \nHere is a link: \nhttp://wsirish.org/Parade_lineup.htm \nBecause it is important for a safe and successful Parade\, we must ask that you share with your participants the following information: \nFor those participating in the Parade: \nPlease arrive at Naperville North High School between 8:30 a.m. and9:30 a.m. on Saturday\, March 14. \nNot before 8:30 or after 9:30\, please. \nThe Parade starts promptly at 10:00 am. \nPlease have everyone in your group know your lineup number so they can quickly get to your place in line. \nParking at Naperville North is very limited\, so please carpool or have someone drop off your participants at Naperville North. \nThere is NO PARADE PARKING in the West lot of the school. Please park in the lot in the Northeast corner of the school property. Please do not enter the school. There will be port-o-lets in the staging area for parade participants. \nCars\, floats\, trucks\, etc.\, can only enter Naperville North off of Mill Street\, heading South from Ogden Avenue. \nDrop-offs enter at the same location. Please tell the volunteers that you are just dropping someone off\, and you will be directed to the drop-off area in front of the school. Exit after dropping off onto Ogden. \nPlease respect the directions given by Naperville Police officers and West Suburban Irish volunteers at the staging area. They are doing their best to get everyone where they need to be as quickly as possible. \nThe Parade route\, and information on handicap parking and designated viewing area\, is found at: http://wsirish.org/parade_route_map.htm \nREMINDER: the Parade Route goes under a bridge. Maximum height for any float or truck is Twelve Feet (12′). \nREMINDERS: the Parade is a family event\, and takes place on public property. Please conduct yourselves appropriately. Please no alcohol before or during the Parade. Please do not throw candy or other objects. You may hand out candy\, literature\, or other objects to persons along the Parade route. \nREMINDER: Please do your part to keep the Parade moving along! Be on time to start\, and keep up with the group ahead of you. During the Parade\, and at the end of the Parade route\, please do not stop and hold up those behind you. \nFINAL REMINDER: Per City of Naperville policy\, there no concealed carry weapons are permitted in the Parade! \nChuck Corrigan\nParade Chairman \n\n  URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/march-in-the-2015-naperville-st-patricks-day-parade/ LOCATION:Naperville North High School\, 899 Mill St\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T220912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150311T171939Z UID:2612-1426186800-1426194000@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:March Social Dinner at Your Neighbor's Bar DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Your Neighbor’s Bar at 931 W 75th\, Naperville (next to the Drivers License Facility). \nEveryone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/march-social-dinner-at-your-neighbors-bar/ LOCATION:Your neighbor’s Bar\, 931 W 75th St\, Suite 173\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150301T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150301T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150220T201310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150223T140940Z UID:2658-1425231000-1425238200@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Becky Anderson for Naperville City Council - Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Becky Anderson is running for Naperville City Council! Let’s kick off her campaign with a fundraiser to get her going. Join Becky and her team at Anderson’s Bookshop for food\, entertainment\, prizes… \nBy the way\, NTDO secretary Steve Purduski\, Precinct 5 Committeeman and candidate for the Naperville City Council\, will also be in attendance at Becky’s fundraiser\, and would appreciate your support. \n \n  \n  URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/becky-anderson-for-naperville-city-council-fundraiser/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150224T200748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150224T200748Z UID:2664-1425142800-1425142800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:DPDC 2015 Annual Gala DESCRIPTION:It’s not too late to decide to attend the Democratic Party of DuPage County’s 2015 Annual Presidents’ Day Gala\, Saturday evening.  See below.  More details on the DPDC web site. \n\nThe Magnificent Gala is Around the Corner\n \nHold the Date: \nFebruary 28th at the Carlisle \n435 East Butterfield Road\, Lombard\, IL 60148 \nTickets\, tables and ad space can be purchased here: \nhttps://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/gala2015 \nIF you are not a member and would like the 30% discount\, please become a member today here: \nhttps://secure.actblue.com/page/2015membership \nIf you think you are a member through February 2015 but are not sure\, write us at info@dupagedemocrats.com and we will let you know! URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/dpdc-2015-annual-gala/ LOCATION:Carlisle Banquet Hall\, 435 East Butterfield \, Lombard\, IL\, 60148\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150226T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150226T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150124T031344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150223T140238Z UID:2597-1424977200-1424984400@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:February Community Forum: Ron Allen\, plus Election Strategy Debrief with Distinguished Panelists DESCRIPTION:Ron Allen \nYou are invited to attend the next Community Forum for the Naperville Township Democratic Organization at 7:00 PM at the Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S. Eagle Street in meeting rooms B & C.  (NOTE: Due to our full agenda\, we will start half an hour earlier this month: 7:00 instead of 7:30.) \nIn addition to hearing from candidates who will be on the ballot for the April 7th Consolidated Election\, we will honor Black History Month by featuring Ron Allen\, Naperville author and elected Democratic Precinct 37 Committeeman\, who will discuss his new book\, The Evolution of Bid Whist. We will learn of the impact of the Pullman Porters on the dissemination of this game\, as well as the influential role they played within the African American community at that time. \nGreg Bales \nOne of these gentlemen is said to be Zach Koutsky. Unclear which one… \nFollowing this presentation\, we will feature a panel of distinguished Democratic campaign advisors who will discuss the impact and effectiveness of various strategies implemented in the November\, 2014 election. The panelists include the following individuals: Greg Bales (Suburban Outreach Coordinator\, Senator Durbin); Allison Schraub (Regional Field Director\,Senator Durbin); Martha Lein\, (Director\,DuPage Victory PAC); Zach Koutsky (Campaign Manager\, State Treasurer Michael Ferichs) and Ben Huntley (Political Director\, Congressman Bill Foster).  NTDO Precinct Committeemen will be encouraged to analyze their own efforts and to bring the data to share. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/february-community-forum-ron-allen-plus-election-strategy-debrief-with-distinguished-panelists/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150212T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150126T220054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150210T135124Z UID:2611-1423767600-1423774800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:February Social Dinner at Pomegranate Cafe DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Pomegranate Cafe at 55 South Commons Drive\, Aurora\, starting at 7PM. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/february-social-dinner-at-pomegranate-cafe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150129T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150129T193000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150124T022909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T011034Z UID:2593-1422559800-1422559800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:January Community Forum...Sex Trafficking: The Myths and Misconceptions DESCRIPTION:Attend the next community forum of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization to be held at 7:30 PM on Thursday\, January 29th\, at the City of Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S. Eagle Street\, in the lunchroom on the lower level. \nFollowing a short business meeting and introductions of candidates for the April 7th election\, we will present a program on a topic deserving of much more attention and action: Sex Trafficking: The Myths and Misconceptions! Carole Kerr\, Precinct 13 Committeewoman\, Sean Tenner\, former Naperville resident and founder of the Abolition Institute (www.StoppingSlavery.org)\, and Ashley Pitariu\, of WAR (Women at Risk) will speak of the global increase in sex trafficking\, as it is happening both in Chicagoland and internationally\, against the backdrop of the global increase in slavery.    \nMerchandise from Naperville’s WAR Chest Boutique\, created by women who are living at risk from many forms of slavery and exploitation\, will also be displayed and available for purchase. \nNeed more info?  Contact Dianne McGuire\, 630-420-8502. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/january-community-forum-sex-trafficking-the-myths-and-misconceptions/ LOCATION:Naperville Municipal Center\, 400 S Eagle Street\, Naperville\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150124T120000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150120T194632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150120T194632Z UID:2574-1422093600-1422100800@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Democratic Women of DuPage County Annual Brunch - Robin Kelly DESCRIPTION:Congresswoman Robin Kelly will be the keynote speaker for the annual brunch sponsored by the Democratic Women of DuPage County to be held on January 24\, 10:00 AM\, at Sullivan’s Steakhouse\, 224 S. Main St.\, Naperville. \nCongresswoman Kelly was first elected to represent the 2nd Congressional District in 2013 and was re-elected for a full term in November\, 2014.  Ms. Kelly has also served as an Illinois State Representative from 2002-2006\, as Chief of Staff for State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias from 2006-2010\, and then as the Chief Administrator for Cook County\, under Board President Toni Preckwinkle.  She will share her insights regarding progressive legislative initiatives in the 114th Congress\, as well as her thoughts regarding “2016: The Year of the Woman”. \nTickets\, payable at the door\, will be $30 for members/$40 for non-members.  Attendees who are not members are encouraged to join DWDC for an annual fee of $30.  RSVP to Kevin Allen at lkj1062@mac.com.  Checks made payable to DWDC will be taken at the door.   URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/democratic-women-of-dupage-county-annual-brunch-robin-kelly/ LOCATION:Sullivan’s Steak House\, 244 S Main St\, Naperville\, 60540\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Allen":MAILTO:lkj1062@mac.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20150107T191809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150107T192317Z UID:2545-1420743600-1420743600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:January Social Dinner at Rancheros Restaurant DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at Rancheros Restaurant in Naperville\, on Fairway Drive\, just southwest of North Aurora Road and Route 59 (map here).  “Serving delicious Mexican fare daily for lunch and dinner\, we pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients to prepare deliciously authentic dishes.”  Everyone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/january-social-dinner-at-rancheros-restaurant/ LOCATION:Rancheros Restaurant\, 523 Fairway Drive\, Naperville\, IL\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Federico":MAILTO:oldmovies@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141210T213000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20140918T140048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141210T215915Z UID:2258-1418238000-1418247000@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:NTDO Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:Join the Naperville Township Democratic Party for its annual Holiday Party!  Pizza by the NTDO\, cash bar. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/ntdo-holiday-party-2/ LOCATION:Mullens\, 3080 Warrenville Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Naperville Township Democratic Organization":MAILTO:dianne@napervilledemocrats.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141231T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20141214T232126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141214T233054Z UID:2527-1417194000-1420059600@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Enjoy Holiday Lights at Mooseheart DESCRIPTION:Jeff Szymczak is one of our NTDO PCs\, and also the principal/superintendent for Mooseheart\, a “residential childcare facility” in Mooseheart\, Illinois\, which is between North Aurora and Batavia.  “The Child City is a home for children and teens in need\, from infancy through high school.” \nMooseheart’s Holiday Lights show opened the Friday after Thanksgiving and runs through December 31. \n“This event is not just geared toward children\,” Mooseheart Executive Director Gary Urwiler said. “We say it’s for families\, but that can mean grandparents and grandchildren\, or parents with young children\, or nieces and nephews and friends. It’s truly a family event.” \nWhy not take your family up for a “a break from the frantic pace associated with the holidays”? \nMore details here. \nP.S.\, Santa will be there on the weekends of December 12-14 and 19-21!  He’ll be anxious to see you! \n\n \n  \n  URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/enjoy-holiday-lights-at-mooseheart/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20141113T201114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141113T201114Z UID:2459-1416247200-1416258000@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:Democratic Women of DuPage County Annual Greek Isles Dinner! DESCRIPTION: URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/democratic-women-of-dupage-county-annual-greek-isles-dinner/ LOCATION:Greek Islands Restaurant\, 300 22nd Street\, Lombard\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141113T210000 DTSTAMP:20260612T235303 CREATED:20141108T221448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141108T221448Z UID:2441-1415905200-1415912400@napervilledemocrats.org SUMMARY:November Social Dinner at Tap In Pub and Carvery DESCRIPTION:Come gather with your friends in the NTDO at our regular monthly social dinner.   It’s always an opportunity to catch up with what’s going on and get to know the people who will all be working towards making a difference\, for our community\, our State\, and our Country in the coming year. \nOn the second Thursday of each month\, we meet at a different local establishment in Naperville Township… this month\, at the Tap In Pub and Carvery in Naperville\, a new-ish sports bar near the corner of Ferry Road and Route 59.  Everyone pays their own way\, but the fun and camaraderie are priceless. \nAs usual\, please respond to Julie Federico\, our monthly social coordinator\, by 2:00pm on the day of the event\, with a count of how many will be attending.  This is important in ensuring the restaurant can accommodate as many of us as possible.  You can email or text Julie at:  oldmovies@sbcglobal.net  or  630-781-2241.  Hope to see you then. URL:https://napervilledemocrats.org/ntdo/event/november-social-dinner-at-tap-in-pub-and-carvery/ LOCATION:Tap IN Pub and Carvery\, 2155 City Gate Ln\, Naperville\, IL\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Federico":MAILTO:oldmovies@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR