Elgin Township Dems

The Next Meeting of the Elgin Township Democrats will be:

May 8, 2024

(Second Wednesday Monthly)

Guest Speaker
--- TBD ---

Welcome - 6:30 p.m.
Business - 7:30 p.m.

In Person and Zoom
Elgin Township Building | Lower Level
729 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123

Kane County Dems

The Next Meeting of the Kane County Democrats will be:

May 28, 2024 - 7:30 p.m.
(fourth Tuesday monthly)

** Hybrid Meeting This Month. **
Building A, Kane County Government Center
719 S. Batavia Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134
40 people can attend in person. Zoom for others.

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Updates from our blog

etd fundraiser 2024

Victory Party Fundraiser

Join the Elgin Township Democrats for an evening of food, drink & fun to support Democrats in the upcoming General Election. Ticket includes Dinner and one complementary drink ticket (Domestic Beer, Wine, or Soft drink). March 24, 20245-8pm El Flaco’s …

oktoberfest dishes with beer, pretzel and sausage

Early OctoberFest | 9/30/2023

Join the Elgin Township Democrats on September 30, 2023 for an Early October Fest. Beat the party crowd!

Petition Signing Drive-Thru Open

Petition Signing Drive-Thru on 9/23/2023

A new election season starts, so we need to help our Democratic Candidates who are stepping up to run in 2024. A petition drive-thru is a great way for us to help them get the signatures they need. Invite any …


Upcoming Events This Week

April 20, 2024
  • KCDW Forum - Justice Partners: The Impact of Women on the Justice System

    April 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
    Geneva Public Library District, 227 S 7th St, Geneva, IL 60134, USA

    Save the dates for this important informational and free event sponsored by Kane County Democratic Women.  Click on the links for more information about this forum.

    Press Release

    Panelists biographies

    See more details

April 21, 2024
  • 2024 Annual John F Kennedy Dinner and Fundraiser

    April 21, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Carmina's Mexican Restaurant and Banquets, 1055 N Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

    The Dundee Township Democrats welcome you to the 2024 Annual John F Kennedy Dinner and Fundraiser

    Special Guest Speaker

    • Kane Dems Chair & Pres. IDCCA Mark Guethle

    Additional Speakers

    • Guest Speaker: State Rep Suzanne Ness
    • State Senator Cristina Castro
    • US Representative: Raja Krishnamoorthi
    • Kane Co Chair Corinne Pierog
    • State Rep Anna Moeller
    • States Atty Jamie Mosser
    • Circuit Clerk Theresa Barreiro

    Also meet other invited office holders and candidates running for office:

    • Maria Peterson – Candidate State rep 52
    • Penny Wegman – Kane Co. Auditor
    • Monica Silva – Kane Board and candidate for Coroner
    • Julio Caezar Valdez – Judge
    • Jarett Sanchez – Kane Co. Board 24

    Sponsorships Available

    • BRONZE SPONSOR $600*
    • SILVER SPONSOR $1000**
    • GOLD SPONSOR $2500***

    *Reserves a table of 8
    **Reserves a table of 8 and an Announcement ***Reserves a table of 8 and our eternal gratitude!

    Tickets are $75 / guest Admission includes complete dinner, dessert, coffee and soft drinks.

    Cash Bar

    Get your tickets on ActBlue

    RSVP or Volunteer to help call Chris Kious 630 248-1369 or Michelle Wright 847 343-5043
    Email: organize@dundeedems.com
    Checks Payable to Dundee Township Dems 1113 Crane Dr., Sleepy Hollow, IL 60118

    See more details

April 24, 2024
  • Penny Wegman Fundraiser

    April 24, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Save the date! Details to follow.

    See more details

April 25, 2024
  • Help Ted Penesis knock it out the park

    April 25, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    11 Douglas Ave, 2nd Floor, Elgin, IL 60120

    Help Ted knock it out the park Thursday, Apr. 25, 5:30-7:30pm!

    Support Ted Penesis in his run for Kane County Board:
    11 Douglas Ave, 2nd Floor, Elgin, IL 60120

    You’re cordially invited to a fun evening with hors d’oeuvres and drinks at a fundraiser for County Board Candidate Ted Penesis hosted by Bob and Ketki Steffen!

    To attend, please choose funding level below and mail your check to: Ted for County Board, 7N984 Woodcliff Dr, South Elgin, IL 60177
    or donate online at secure.actblue.com/donate/TedElgin

    Questions? Email TedforCountyBoard@gmail.com or call Beth 847-340-5829.

    SINGLE: $50
    DOUBLE: $100
    TRIPLE: $250
    HOME RUN: $500
    GRAND SLAM: $1,000

    See more details


Our Executive Committee

Carl Strathmann

Carl Strathmann,
Chairman,
630.890.3460

Winfried Cooper

Winfried Cooper,
Vice Chair,
224.805.1887

Mike Rende

Mike Rende,
Secretary,
847.608.1995

Janice Bennett

Janice Bennett,
Treasurer,
847.772.4463

Jose Alfonso Villalobos

Jose Alfonso Villalobos,
Parliamentarian,
847.346.2069

Brad Vincent

Brad Vincent,
Sergeant at Arms,
224.688.2609


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