Kane County Democrats

In Lincoln's Name: A Community Gathering
2026-02-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | El Puente, 112 East Main Street, Saint Charles, 60174, United States
On Thursday, Feb 12th (Lincoln’s birthday), We Can Lead Change will be holding a gathering at El Puente Restaurant, St. Charles, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. A time for conversation, planning and learning.
Lincoln believed the strength of America lives in its people, gathered together.
There is limited space so please RSVP as soon as possible. Go to: wecanleadchange.org/events.
For more information, email: wecanleadchange2018@gmail.com

Trivia Night with Michele Clark
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Alter Brewing, 12 S. First Street, St. Charles, 60174, United States
I’m Michele Clark, a former small business owner, a nonprofit leader and a mom of two daughters. I’m running for State Senate to make Illinois more affordable for working families – because I know the struggle of making payroll, paying high property taxes and raising kids in this economy. With a passion for service and a desire for practical solutions, I’ll work to lower costs, protect women’s rights and ensure every child, regardless of income or ability, has the support they need to thrive.
We’re hosting a trivia night at Alter Brewing + Kitchen in St. Charles.
The campaign will be providing food and beverage for all ticket holders. Come join the fun!
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Batavia Township Dems Meeting
2026-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | North Aurora Police Community Room, 200 S. Lincolnway St, North Aurora, 60542, United States
The Batavia Dems meet on the second Thursday of the month.
Different Location:
North Aurora Police Community Room
200 S. Lincolnway St
North Aurora, IL 60542
6:30pm-7pm | Social
7pm-8pm | Business Meeting
Please email Kim Tarver at bataviademschair@gmail.com with any questions.

Visibility Brigade
2026-02-14 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 13:30
Come join the coolest protest demonstration around! 🚨
We install bold, provocative messages in highly visible areas during rush hour traffic—while having a blast✊🎉
Itinerary (Times may shift a bit depending on traffic & weather)

10:00–10:30 AM: Install & set up signs, banners, flags
10:30–1:00 PM: Dance Party! (Yes, really—we wave flags 🚩, shake pom poms 🎀, bang cowbells 🔔, swing pool noodles 🏖️—anything to make drivers look up at our message!)
1:00–1:30 PM: Take down & pack up

Weather

Rain? We’re still on. Fascism doesn’t take a break for the weather—neither do we! (We don’t melt ☔)
Severe storms (hail, lightning, etc.) are a different story.
Snow – we still go out! We may end early based on extreme temperatures. Dress warm and bring a thermos of hot chocolate. Inflatables are very warm and encouraged

What to Bring

Water or another drink (stay hydrated—it gets hot!)
Fun props (pom poms, cowbell 🔔, pool noodles 🏖️, etc.)
Comfortable clothes you can move & sweat in
A smile + a helpful attitude

What Not to Bring

Protest signs 🪧 (unless letters are 2+ feet tall—otherwise drivers can’t see them).

The Bridge Message is our focus—help us keep it strong
Rules of the Road (and Bridge!)

If MAGA folks approach, record—don’t engage.
If police come: no worries, we’re legally allowed to protest (we’ve checked).
Stay to the sides so cyclists, runners, and walkers can pass easily.
Motorist engagement: stay positive—even with the haters.

Be safe, be helpful, and HAVE FUN!
Like and RSVP on Facebook

2/14 – https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dj77VAiiy/
2/21 – https://www.facebook.com/share/17Uf1XxQEJ/
2/28 – https://www.facebook.com/share/1HPZxcQEfr/
3/1 – https://www.facebook.com/share/17W8kpXCBb/

Canvass for Junaid - Elgin
2026-02-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-15 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-22 11:00 - 16:00 | Churros Y Chocolate Elgin, 66 S Grove Ave, Elgin, 60120, United States
Join Team Junaid to meet voters right where they are in Elgin! Our team is committed to fighting for the voters of the IL-8th district and to do that we must show up! Every weekend from now until primary day we need YOU on the doors talking to voters about Junaid and the work he will do for all of us!
More Info and RSVP

Day of Love. Do Something.
2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00
1701 East Woodfield Rd.
Suite 704
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Virtual Phone Bank for Holly Kim | Sundays
2026-02-15 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-02-22 16:00 - 17:30
Sunday Virtual Phone Banks for Holly Kim
beginning January 4 from 4pm – 5:30pm
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Penny Wegman for Treasurer Fundraiser
2026-02-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Emmett’s Brewing, 128 West Main Street, West Dundee, IL, 60118, United States
Join Penny and supporters for an evening of conversation, community and commitment to transparent, efficient and accountable leadership in Kane County.
TICKETS: $60 PER GUEST
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:

COPPER $1000
GOLD $500
SILVER $250

RSVP OR DONATE TODAY:
Friends of Penny Wegman
724 Augusta Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Community Fundraiser in support of Yasmeen Bankole for Congress
2026-02-16 17:30 - 19:30 | BeaUnique Latin Kitchen, 74 S Grove Ave, Elgin, 60120, United States
Please join Elgin City Councilmembers Diana Alfaro and Tish Powell for a fundraising event supporting Yasmeen Bankole’s campaign for Congress. We hope you can join us!
Date: Monday, February 16
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Location: BeaUnique Latin Kitchen – 74 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL
Checks can be made out to:
Yasmeen for Congress,
P.O. Box 68581,
Schaumburg, IL 60168
Yasmeen Bankole is a Trustee in the Village of Hanover Park and former congressional staffer. A lifelong public servant with deep roots in the Northwest Suburbs, she was born in Chicago, raised in Hanover Park, and is the proud daughter of Nigerian immigrants. As a senior congressional staffer for eight years in the offices of Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Senator Dick Durbin, Yasmeen served Illinois families and worked to secure federal dollars for Chicagoland non-profits and municipalities. Since 2021, Yasmeen has served as a Hanover Park Trustee and has enjoyed being an agent of positive change in her community.
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Virtual Phone Bank for Holly Kim | Mondays
2026-02-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00
Monday Virtual Phone Banks for Holly Kim
beginning January 5 from 6pm – 8pm
RSVP

Elgin Township PC Workshop
2026-02-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Gail Borden Library – South Elgin Branch, 127 South McLean Blvd, South Elgin, 60177, United States
Please join us Monday, February 16, from 6-8 pm at the Gail Borden Library (Elgin Room) for a PC Workshop to help all prepare to canvass our precincts for the upcoming March 17 primary election. Time is of the essence, and we want to make sure everyone is prepared to get out to vote. If you are a new PC, come to get help with cutting a Walk List for your precinct, hear tips and best practices, and review training materials, If you are an experienced PC, come help answer questions and share your expertise.
We hope to see you there! If you can’t make it but would like assistance, please contact one of the PC liaison committee members below, and we’ll get you what you need.
Warm regards,
Jose Alfonso Villalobos jose.al.villalobos@gmail.com
Gina Tunar GTunar@gmail.com
Mary Harlos marylharlos@gmail.com

GOTV Phone Banking for the 2026 Primary
2026-02-18 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Kane County Democrats Office, 473 Dunham Road Suite 102, Saint Charles, IL, 60174, United States
Election Season is here!
Event by St. Charles Township Democrats – IL
473 Dunham Rd Suite 102, Saint Charles, IL, United States, Illinois 60174
Wednesdays: 4:00pm – 8:00pm

February 4, 2026
February 1, 2026
February 1, 2026
February 25, 2026

Come on out and call your fellow local Democrats! We’ll be reaching out to strong Democratic voters to remind them about the upcoming primary and to make sure they know the General Election is right around the corner. Let’s get these folks lined up and ready to cast their ballots.
Bring a laptop and a phone—we will provide the food, beverages, and, of course, the numbers to dial. We’ll have scripts ready, so all you need to do is reach out to our neighbors.
See you there!

Virtual Phone Bank for Holly Kim | Wednesdays
2026-02-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-25 17:00 - 20:00
Wednesday Virtual Phone Banks for Holly Kim
beginning January 14 from 5pm – 8pm
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Aurora Dems Meeting
2026-02-19 19:30 - 20:30 | IBEW Local 461, 591 Sullivan Rd # 200, Aurora, IL, United States
The Aurora Township Democrats meet on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 at IBEW, 591 Sullivan Road in Aurora or by Zoom.

Elgin Township Democrats Happy Hour
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Danny’s Pizza, 231 Douglas Ave, Elgin, 60120, United States
Join us for some casual conversation. Bring a friend!
Direct any questions to
Lindsey Ottaviano
lmottaviano@yahoo.com

Unity in the Community Food Drive
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00
UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY – FOOD DRIVE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
9:00 – NOON
Join several Fox Vally area organizations in teaming up to collect food and supplies for families in crisis!
Just drive through and drop off your donations off at one of the following locations:

Carpenter Park Main Lot – 300 Carpenter Blvd., Carpentersville, IL
The Glass Market, 920 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin
Silver Glen Crossing Public Parking Lot — Silver Glen and Randall Roads, South Elgin
La Huerta Catering Grill & Market Parking Lot – 580 S. Randall Road, St. Charles
United Methodist Church of Geneva, Parking Lot behind — 211 Hamilton, Geneva
Congregational Church of Batavia parking lot — 21 S. Batavia Avenue, Batavia

Please be mindful of expiration dates.
FOOD ITEMS — **heavily needed items:

**Sugar
**Salt
Cooking Oil
Dry Rice
Dry Beans
Lentils
Pasta
Pasta for Soup
Tortillas (corn and flour)
Maseca (tortilla flour)
Spices (cumin, garlic powder, onion powder)
Oatmeal
Canned Pickled Jalapenos
Chipotle
Dried Chiles (Guajillo, Ancho)
Malz para Pozole
Canned Corn
Canned Beans
Canned Tomatos

HOUSEHOLD NEEDS — **heavily needed items::

**Diapers Sizes 6 and 1
**Laundry Detergent
**Dish Soap
**Disinfectant Spray
**Shampoo/Conditioner
**Maxi Pads
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Deodorant
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Baby Wipes
Powder Cleanser
Disinfectant Wipes

La Huerta Catering Grill & Market will have items ready for those who want to shop there.
Thank you to our sponsors:

First Congregational United Church of Christ – Elgin
We Can Lead Change
Fox Valley Rising
HIKE Tribe Indivisible
United Methodist Church of Geneva
Congregational Church of Batavia
The Glass Market
La Huerta Grill & Market

More info on Facebook

Neil Khot open house
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00
DATE: Saturday 2/21 at 10:00 – 12:00.
LOCATION: 1600 McConnor Pkwy, Suite 200, Schaumburg

Bingo Night | Ricky Rivard for State Rep
2026-02-23 17:00 - 19:00 | El Puente, 112 East Main Street, Saint Charles, 60174, United States
This isn’t just bingo—it’s a fundraiser to win. Join us at 5:00 PM (games start at 5:30) for an evening of prizes, food, and fun. This is not your average bingo night—every ticket sold brings us closer to flipping this district. Funds from tickets and sponsorships will go toward materials and ads to bring our fight to Springfield.

Tickets for individuals: $40
Young Dems ticket: $30

SPONSORSHIPS

Cover All: $1,000
Diagonals: $750
Four Corners: $500
Callers: $250

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Kate Monteleone Meet and Greet
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | IBEW 196 Hall, 13300 Rt 47, Huntley, 60142, United States

Kane County Democrats Meeting
2026-02-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Kane County Government Center, 719 S Batavia Ave. Building A, Geneva, IL
Join us for our monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month. We discuss township politics, election events, candidates, as well as committee initiatives. These meetings are open to the public.
7:30pm-8:30pm
Kane County Government Center
719 S Batavia Ave. Building A
Geneva, IL

Huntley Area Dems Meeting
2026-02-25 13:00 - 15:00 | IBEW Hall, 13300 Rt 47, Huntley, IL, 60142, United States
The Rutland Township Democrats meet under the moniker “Huntley Area Democrats “ (huntleyareadems.com).
We meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 1-3pm in the IBEW Union Hall, 13300 Rt 47, Huntley, IL 60142.
Our 2nd meeting is in Pingree Grove. We meet on the 4th Thursday of the month from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Pingree Grove Municipal Building 555 Reinking Rd., Pingree Grove.
Please contact the township chair to be added to the mailing list.
Come to meet like minded people; learn from each other, plan for upcoming activities.
All democrats welcome
Please feel free to bring a donation for the Grafton Food Pantry.
More information at huntleyareadems.com
RSVP on Mobilize.us

Dan Tully Town Hall in Dundee
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Eastside Cafe, 311 Barrington Ave Unit A, East Dundee, 60118, United States
Join us for the third Dan Tully Town Hall in Dundee! Bring your toughest questions and biggest concerns.
If you can’t make it to this one, consider your other options:

Jan 21 (Wed) 6PM – St. Charles
Maple Leaf Cafe, 1 Illinois St
Jan 29 (Thurs) – Elgin
Elgin Public House, 219 E Chicago St
Feb 3 (Tues) – South Barrington
TBA
Feb 12 (Thurs) – Elk Grove
TBA
Feb 16 (Mon) – Palatine/Rolling Meadows
TBA
Feb 18 (Wed) – Schaumburg
TBA
Feb 25 (Wed) – Dundee
Eastside Cafe, 311 Barrington Ave Unit A
Mar 4 (Wed) – Des Plaines
TBA
Mar 12 (Thurs) – Bloomingdale
TBA

Free and open to the public. No ticket necessary but registration is encouraged.
Remote attendance options available.
Register at DanTully.com
