Naperville Township Democrats

May Community Forum - Guests: Chicago Teachers' Union
2013-05-30 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Naperville Municipal Center, 420 S. Eagle Street, Naperville, IL, United States
Come join us for our monthly 7:30pm meeting, at the City of Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street, in Meeting Rooms B & C on the lower level. Each month we do a little bit of business, host an informative speaker on an interesting, relevant topic, and take a little time to meet and socialize with progressives who want to make positive changes in local and national politics.

This evening, in addition to…

debriefing the April election,
presenting the budget for the new fiscal year, and
highlighting upcoming events,

…we will hear from Sarah Chambers and Xian Barret, both serving as Functional Vice Presidents of the Chicago Teachers’ Union. Their presentation will focus on the impact of politics on public education, and their roles as advocates for the students they teach and the members they represent.

NTDO Monthly Social Dinner - Rito's
2013-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Rito’s Mexican Restaurant, 3450 Montgomery Road, Aurora, IL, United States
Come join friends and like-minded progressives on the first Thursday of each month for an evening of good food and conversation, as we support a local Naperville Township restaurant. Everyone pays their own way, but meeting new people and the resulting camaraderie?… priceless.
Our May social will be Thursday, May 9 (7pm) at Rito’s, in Aurora, at 3450 Montgomery Road.

RSVP to Julie Federico by 2pm of the day of the event…
Email: oldmovies@sbcglobal.net
Cell/Text: 630-781-2241

Quinn at the Finn! NTDO Fundraiser
2013-04-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Black Finn American Grille, 16 West Jefferson, Naperville, IL, 60540, United States
Governor Pat Quinn will be the Guest of Honor at the upcoming fundraiser for the Naperville Township Democratic Organization to be held on Thursday, April 25th at 7:00 P M at the Black Finn American Saloon, 16 West Jefferson, Naperville.
Welcoming the Governor to the city will be Mayor George Pradel, as well as members of the Naperville City Council. Representatives from Congressman Foster and Senator Durbin’s offices, State Senators Linda Holmes and Pat McGuire, State Representative Stephanie Kifowit, District 5 County Board Member Tony Michelassi, Will County Auditor Duffy Blackburn, Will County Executive Larry Walsh, among others, are expected to attend. In addition to elected leaders, Mario Lambert II, President of the DuPage County Branch of the NAACP, is expected to be present.
It will be a night to remember as guests hear from the Governor regarding past accomplishments and his current initiatives, while also enjoying the warm hospitality of the Black Finn and live music provided by the dynamic jazz duo, Max Bochmann and Art Schuter. A cash raffle will also be held.
Tickets are $50 per person, $90 per couple, payable at the door or mailed to Dianne McGuire, 1235 Tennyson Lane, Naperville, IL, 60540. Checks should be made payable to the NTDO.
Contact Person: Dianne McGuire, 630-420-8502

NTDO Monthly Social Dinner - Fiamme
2013-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Fiamme, 19 N. Washington Street, Naperville, IL, 60540, United States
Come join friends and like-minded progressives on the first Thursday of each month for an evening of good food and conversation, as we support a local Naperville Township restaurant. Everyone pays their own way, but meeting new people and the resulting camaraderie?… priceless.
Our April social will be Thursday, April 11 (7pm) at Fiamme, in Naperville, at 19 N. Washington St.

“Our upscale menu highlights the essence of simple, delicious southern Italian cuisine.”
RSVP to Julie Federico by 2pm of the day of the event…
Email: oldmovies@sbcglobal.net
Cell/Text: 630-781-2241

2013 Consolidated Election
2013-04-09 06:00 - 19:00 | Your local polling location
This is it! This is where you can make a difference and ensure that progressive, Democratic candidates are elected to local offices in your community. Some say it doesn’t matter. This cannot be further from the truth. The candidates the NTDO is supporting will:

Be Accountable to you, their constituents, for all decisions and expenditures.
Improve Communication, so that all residents know what is going on, all the time.
Be Transparent, making all information available to the public and not hidden from view.

They will ACT for you and earn your vote. Vote early, vote absentee, or vote in person, but please make your voice heard.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Open House of the Congressman Bill Foster's Aurora Congressional Office
2013-04-04 16:00 - 19:00 | US-11 Aurora Office, 2711 E. New York St. #204, Aurora, IL, 60502, United States
Congressman Foster would like to extend an invitation to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Open House of the Aurora Congressional Office at 2711 E. New York St. The event is Thursday, April 4th; the ribbon cutting will be promptly at 4:30 p.m. Immediately following there will be short tours and refreshments until 7 p.m.

Please RSVP to Steve at steve.spagnolo@mail.house.gov or 331.684.8194 by April 1. Please let me know if you need any additional information!

State Senator Linda Holmes: New Office Ribbon Cutting / Open House
2013-03-25 16:00 - 18:00 | State Senator Linda Holmes District Office, 76 S. LaSalle, #202, Aurora, IL, 60505, United States
IT’S A RIBBON CUTTING!
Let’s all join State Senator Linda Holmes at the Ribbon Cutting/ Open House for her new office! Mayor Tom Weisner and leaders from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce will be assisting with the ceremonies!
Monday, March 25th
4-6 PM
76 S. LaSalle, #202
Aurora, IL 60505
Please RSVP – 630-801-8985

March Community Forum - "New Americans"
2013-03-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL, United States
The public is invited to the next Community Forum of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization, to be held at 7:30 PM on Thursday, March 21st at the City of Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street, in Meeting Rooms B & C on the lower level.
Naperville Township has so many wonderfully talented residents whose experiences in life have the capacity to enrich us all. Such is the case with Ramin Mikaili and Marina Reznitskaya, partners in life and parents of twin sons. Their presentation, “New Americans” will tell the remarkable story of their flights from oppressive regimes in Iran and Russia, respectively, and the treasured democracy they have found here in the United States.
We also expect many candidates for the upcoming consolidated election in April to be there, as well.

It's Time for a Parade! (Isn't it Always?)
2013-03-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Naperville North High School, 899 Mill St, Naperville, IL, United States
We are expecting each of you to join us this Saturday, 9 AM, behind Naprville North High School for the grand St. Patrick’s Day parade! We’ll (Lisle, Naperville, Wheatland, Winfield and DuPage Townships) be marching behind our beautiful blue banner (entry #94) proclaiming our allegiance to the Party of Joe Naper!
Please wear comfortable shoes and dress warmly (about 40 degrees) but pile on some bright green clothing in the mix! If you can, bring a bag of wrapped candy to hand out to the children along the way!
At 10 AM the parade begins and we will end close to 11:30 or so, at which time we will all head over to the Black Finn, second floor, for some relaxation, fun, one round of free appetizers and their usual sizzling drink specials!
So, why not send me an email (Dianne@napervilledemocrats.org) and let me know you’re coming? We need to build our momentum for the election on April 9th, and a good showing in the parade goes a long way in that direction!
Plus, it’s just fun!

March Social Dinner: Red Chopsticks
2013-03-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Red Chopsticks, 4309 E. New York St, Aurora, IL, 60504, United States
Come join friends and like-minded progressives on the first Thursday of each month for an evening of good food and conversation, as we support a local Naperville Township restaurant. Everyone pays their own way, but meeting new people and the resulting camaraderie?… priceless.
Our March social will be Thursday, March 14 (7pm) at Red Chopsticks, in Aurora on New York St. (4309 E. New York St. Aurora, IL 60504)
“Red Chopsticks’ menu focuses on a unique, upscale approach to Northern Chinese (Mandarin) Cuisine, with a pan-Asian flair.”
RSVP to Jay Mitchell by 2pm of the day of the event…
Email: ajmitchell@ieee.org
Cell/Text: 630-781-3967

NAHOC Naperville City Council Candidate Forum
2013-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL, United States
The Naperville Area Homeowners Confederation has scheduled a Mar. 13 forum at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., for School District 203 candidates running in the April 9 election.
The events will be telecast on the City of Naperville Government Access Channel, WCNC (6-WOW, 10-Comcast, 99-AT&T) as well as streamed live and available for on-demand viewing on the city’s website at www.naperville.il.us/granicus.html.
Candidates Bill Habel and jhn Krummen have spoken before the NTDO and asked for our support.

57th Annual DuPage County NAACP Freedom Fund and Scholarship Gala
2013-03-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Wyndham Lisle, 3000 Warrenville Road, Lisle, IL, 60532, United States
“Advancing Together”
Saturday, March 9th 2013
Wyndham Lisle
5:00pm – 6:00pm Presentation of Awards
6:00pm Reception / 7:00pm Dinner
Tickets: $75.00 Each

Keynote Speaker:
Shavon Arline-Bradley
Director of Health Programs
NAACP National

Entertainment:
Syleena Johnson
and Lakeshore

To purchase tickets:
Visit www.dupagecountynaacp.org
Or contact Tanesha Lambert 630-269-044
The freedom fund gala is the signature fundraising event for the DuPage NAACP branch and ultimately generates financial resources to help them carry out their programs. Their approximately 500 attendees for the gala will be treated to an enjoyable evening that will feature a different schedule than previous years. Anticipated changes include:
The awards presentation will be moved from the main gala event to a pre-gala ceremony from 5-6 pm. This will ensure that the actual dinner portion of the program is not too lengthy.
The reception with music will continue from 6-7pm. This is arrival time for most guests not attending the pre-gala awards presentation.
Dinner will begin at 7pm and include the traditional keynote speaker, scholarship presentation along with extended exciting entertainment.
These changes will help them with their goal of improving the experience for their membership base and event attendees.
We welcome our members and the friends of the NTDO to join them, contribute and celebrate the wonderful work they are doing here in the counties of DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties. We look forward to seeing you at the gala!

NTDO Monthly Meeting & Community Forum: Thomas Armstrong
2013-02-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St , Naperville, 60540, United States
Come join us for our monthly 7:30pm meeting… a little bit of business, always an informative speaker on an interesting, relevant topic, and a time to meet and socialize with progressives who want to make positive changes in local and national politics.
February is going to be great! In honor of Black History Month, we are proud and honored to welcome Tom Armstrong, NTDO Democratic election judge and author of Autobiography of a Freedom Rider (published in May, 2011) as our featured speaker.
In 1955, Mr. Armstrong, born in Mississippi, was 14 years old at the same time as Emmitt Till, another 14-year-old visiting Mississippi from Chicago, who was kidnapped, tortured and murdered for whistling at a white woman. Three years later, as a Tougaloo College student, Mr. Armstrong became active in the civil rights struggle of that time. At the request of the Illinois Arts Council, Mr. Armstrong has been speaking to civic and community groups throughout Illinois.
Amazon Book Description
In the Segregated Deep South, When Lynching and Klansmen and Jim Crow laws ruled, there stood a line of foot soldiers ready to sacrifice their lives for the right to vote, to enter rooms marked ‘White Only,’ and to live with simple dignity. They were called Freedom Riders, and Thomas M. Armstrong was one of them. This is his story.

Autobiography of a Freedom Rider details Armstrong’s burning need to create social change for his fellow black citizens. This richly woven memoir, which traces back to his great-grandparents as freed slaves, examines the history of the Civil Rights Movement, the devastating personal repercussions Armstrong endured for being a champion of those rights, the sweet taste of progressive advancement in the past fifty years, and a look ahead at the work still to be done.
We also expect many candidates for the upcoming consolidated election in April to be there, as well.

NAHOC School District 203 Candidate Forum
2013-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 | IL
The Naperville Area Homeowners Confederation has scheduled a Feb. 27 forum at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., for School District 203 candidates running in the April 9 election.
The events will be telecast on the City of Naperville Government Access Channel, WCNC (6-WOW, 10-Comcast, 99-AT&T) as well as streamed live and available for on-demand viewing on the city’s website at www.naperville.il.us/granicus.html.
Candidate Neil Samuels has spoken before the NTDO and asked for our support.

Post Presidents Day Fundraiser for Naperville City Council Candidate Bill Habel
2013-02-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Black Finn American Grille, 16 West Jefferson Street, Naperville, 60540, United States
You Are Invited to Join:
Candidate for Naperville City Council Bill Habel for a post Presidents Day FUNDRAISER.
Featuring Special GuestCongressman Bill Foster
Our other elected officials include; COD Trustee’s Dianne McGuire and Kim Savage, County Board Liz Chaplin, Forest Preserve Commissioner Shannon Burns

DATE: Thursday, February 21, 2013
TIME: 5 – 7 pm
LOCATION: BLACK FINN AMERICAN GRILLE
16 W. Jefferson Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540
Platinum Sponsor $1000.00
Gold Sponsor $500.00
Silver Sponsor $250.00
Bronze Sponsor $100.00
A $20.00 donation is asked for at the door for individuals.
Make checks payable to:
Friends of Bill Habel
P.O. Box 9162
Naperville, IL 60567-9162
Paid for by Friends of Bill Habel
A copy of our report is or will be available with the Illinois State Board of Elections, 1020 South Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704. Contributions to Friends of Bill Habel are not tax deductible

Campaign Fundraiser for Ed Agustin
2013-02-17 14:00 - 16:30 | Marina Reznitskaya and Ramin Mikaili’s home, 3953 Broadmoor Court , Naperville, 60564, United States
The NTDO would like to announce a wonderful event for Ed Agustin, Naperville Township 2012 Precinct Committeeman of the Year and proud candidate for Trustee for the College of DuPage. Many of you know that two years ago, our NTDO Chair, Dianne McGuire was a candidate for COD Trustee and, with your kind assistance and support, she won that race and it has been her privilege to serve on the COD Board of Trustees. Ed is a retired architect and will bring needed building expertise to the COD Board as the college continues to expand. In addition, he is a strong supporter of community colleges and the role these colleges play in empowering our students. We are thrilled to have Ed as a candidate and would be so appreciative of your support. Tickets are $35 each.
Can’t attend? Please send your donation to:
Friends of Ed Agustin
30W324 Argyll Lane, Naperville, IL 60563

The Democratic Party of DuPage County President's Day Gala
2013-02-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, 60181, United States
The DuPage Democrats are preparing to celebrate the biggest day of their calendar year, the Annual Presidents’ Day Gala at the Drury Lane Oakbrook on Feb 10th. And they have lots to celebrate!
“Just 5 short years ago at this time,” points out Chairman Bob Peickert, “only 18 precincts out of 740+ actually had a Democrat they could go to with any of their concerns.” At this year’s Gala, over 17 representatives from United States Congress to DuPage Forest Preserve will be in attendance to herald the historical 2012 election in which DuPage voters finally drew a big blue swath across a large majority of its 750 precincts.
Executive Director Amy Rohrer had this to say about their success. “Every year we have attracted more volunteers, more dollars, more press. When we turned some of these races over in November, the Democrats who had been undercover in their seemingly ‘red’ neighborhoods finally saw that the tide had turned and contacted us.” She further pointed out that 2012 was the first time that DuPage had ever re-elected a Democratic President.
On Sunday February 10th, Former Mayor of Philly and Governor of Pennsylvania, Ed Rendell–no stranger to inter and intra-party struggles and challenges–will be in town to talk with the gathered Gala group. Often a controversial voice on MSNBC, Rendell also has a new book whose title presents a provocative premise: A Nation of Wusses: How America’s Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great
Former Governor Rendell has been in politics for nearly 35 years in many roles and was the prototype for the Eric Baker character in the West Wing TV series.

Naperville Township Board Democratic Candidates Fundraiser
2013-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Black Finn American Saloon, 16 West Jefferson Street, Naperville, IL, 60540, United States
The Mardi Gras Mambo!
Hey, everyone, it’s time for a party! Mardi Gras is just around the corner and we have seven great reasons to celebrate: Steve, Paul, Rose, Max, Bob, Ron and Richea! Our fantastic candidates for the upcoming Naperville Township election! Please come help us celebrate their willingness to step forward as candidates and to dedicate their talents as public servants! You will have an opportunity to hear from each of them and to help them campaign successfully for these most elusive offices…at least for Democrats! But, no longer! This is the year we intend to make a little history in Naperville Township and elect seven fantastically talented Democrats to the Naperville Township Board! We’ll have great zydeco music and some spicy jambalaya to warm the night! Please come!

Community Forum: Congressman Bill Foster, Author Dick Nogaj
2013-01-31 19:30 - 21:00 | Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S Eagle Stret, Naperville, IL, Select a Country:
The public is invited to the next Community Forum of the Naperville Township Democratic Organization, to be held at 7:30 PM on Thursday, January 31st at the City of Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street, in Meeting Rooms B & C on the lower level.
Newly elected Congressman Bill Foster will be greeting members and guests and sharing his insights.
Dick Nogaj, an award winning humanitarian and author of Don’t Retire, Get Inspired, will be our featured speaker. Mr. Nogaj was instrumental in bringing Habitat for Humanity to DuPage County, and has continued to be an advocate for workforce housing, immigration reform, and the Fair Food movement. He will be signing copies of his book for those who are interested.
We also expect many candidates for the upcoming consolidated election in April to be there as well.
Please join us!

Inauguration Celebration!
2013-01-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Naperville’s Black Finn, 16 West Jefferson Avenue, Naperville, IL, 60564, United States
Feeling like you might want to toast the President and the First Lady, but have nowhere to go? Well, others of us are having the same thought.

Let’s come together to celebrate this truly historic occasion with Democratic friends at Naperville’s Black Finn, 6:30-9 PM inauguration night, Monday, January 21. The Finn has generously offered to host us, and will provide free appetizers and drink specials….no need for black tie…we’re going “inaugural casual”!

Obama for America Special Issues Meeting: The Economy
2012-08-23 19:00 - 21:30 | Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S Eagle Street, Naperville, IL, United States
Obama for America SW DuPage Volunteer Group
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Please note the corrected day for our Special Issues Meeting. Hope to see you.

Special Issues Meeting

This Month’s Topic:

The Economy: What’s Happening Now
and How Will It Affect the Election?

Where: Naperville City Hall
(Click link above for interactive map of address/location)
Parking available in underground garage
When: 7:00 – 9:30 pm, THURSDAY, August 23
Please meet in the ground floor Conference Room B-C
Call Linda at 630-527-9299 with any questions
Click here to read How Battleground States See The Economy

August Social Dinner: Meson Sabika
2012-08-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Meson Sabika, 1025 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL, United States
Come join us for an evening of friendly, sometimes political, discussion in a relaxed after-work atmosphere. We meet the second Thursday of each month at a neighboring restaurant, where we can learn more about each other and support local businesses at the same time.
Please plan to pay your own way.
RSVP to Beth Sullivan by 2pm, day of event.

Special Township Meeting re Citizens United Amendment to US Constitution
2012-08-08 17:30 | Naper Settlement Pre-Emption House, Webster Street and Aurora Avenue, Naperville, IL, United States
Naperville Township has called a special meeting for the purpose of considering the addition of an advisory referendum to the November ballot regarding the United States Supreme Court’s ruling known as Citizen’s United v. Federal Election Commission. The meeting is to be held on Wednesday, August 8th, at 6 PM (be there at 5:30) at the township offices located at 139 Water Street Naper Settlement Pre-Emption House at the corner of Webster and Aurora in Naperville.

The 2010 Citizens United ruling held that the federal government cannot restrict independent political contributions by corporations or unions. Opponents say the move enables wealthy individuals and groups to exercise undue influence over elections.

Chicago, Lisle Townhip, Naperville’s City Council, and 280 other cities and six state legislatures have already passed theMove to Amend Resolution. If interested in this issue, please consider attending.

Please note: The location has moved, and I’ve updated the text above to reflect that. And although the meeting proper starts at 6:00, you’ll want to be there by 5:30, as they need to check names against the voter list. Steve

One more udpate (8/8/12): I’m told that I misrepresented the origins of this meeting in my email yesterday when I said it was “put together by township government.” In fact, according to Paul Sjordal, who wrote me to follow up, “It was called by the 20 plus registered voters in the township that filed a request with the township clerk to call the meeting.” My apologies to the organizers, and thanks, Paul, for the correction. Steve.
