We've got a new venue and new activities for this year's Visibility Picnic! Please bring with you anyone in your life whom you think is ready to get involved in electing more US, Illinois and DuPage Democrats in this important year.
WHAT CAN WE BRING? RSVP by signing up to bring an item(s) here
WHAT CAN WE DO? Thanks to former Forest Preserve Commissioner Shannon Burns, we will have a steward there to help with a nature hike AND Dr Burns is creating a self-guided scavenger hunt! Additionally, the Forest Preserve is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with a 100 mile bike challenge. Participants who ride 100 miles in small increments throughout 2015 can get a commemorative pin. Why not bring your bikes for a short ride around Blackwell? Dr Burns will have log sheets so you can begin your tally that day.
Sign up for your contribution to the Aug 22 Picnic here
Questions about Forest Preserve Activities can be sent here
JOIN OUR DUPAGE FORCES IN SPRINGFIELD ON AUGUST 20TH
A great summertime event and a chance to show our unity at the IL State Fair's Democratic Rally!
Whether you come for the great breakfast, or to see what they are frying up this year (batter fried Coke?), or just have a hankering to see this year's butter cow, the Illinois Democratic Chairs' Brunch and the rally at the fairgrounds never disappoint. As the second largest Democratic county in IL, we always get good seats and sometimes we even pool our money to try to win the $10,000 raffle (this MAY be our year). We still have some seats available. Tickets are $50 and if you choose to go down the night before, rooms are usually available at either the Crowne Plaza where the brunch is held or the Hampton Inn across the way.
YOUR PRECINCT IS (MOST LIKELY) DYING TO BE ADOPTED BY YOU...
Our need for Precinct representatives has gone up significantly with new boundaries recently draw by the election commission.
With more than 100 more precincts to fill than last cycle, we need you to adopt one of our lonely little patches of electoral earth now more than ever.
Townships are sharing our Lombard office to invite strong Democrats in their areas to join our growing ranks at DPDC. First we are just inviting them to the August 22 picnic. Contact us here or find contact info for your township chair here and help us reach out to potential members of our Democratic team for a victorious 2016.
HAVE A HOME EVENT
We are happy to talk to you about creating a coffee, happy hour or BBQ in your neighborhood to attract Democratic friends who may help you run your precinct. Folks are eager to share their Democratic Values with others so contact us for event support today.
RUN FOR OFFICE
If you are thinking it's time for you to really go all in, then let us know! Start here for a brief rundown on the process then give us a shout and we will sit down with you and help outline what might be the next steps regarding races in your area. Leave a message at 630-629-1125 and we will set up a meeting with you soon.
There are so many ways, large and small, that you can help keep the ball rolling toward a healthier and fairer world right here in DuPage County. We know you are feeling the urge to be part of our team creating solutions and collaborating to bring more Democrats to the polls in 2016. We look forward to seeing you at the picnic on August 22nd or hearing from you by phone or email very soon.
Paid for by the Democratic Party of DuPage County.
A copy of our report(s) filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections and DuPage County Clerk is available (or will be) for purchase from the DuPage County Clerk's office, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Don't you just love July? Think about the dead of winter just behind us and what you would have done to have a parade or a fun happy hour to go to and meet fellow Democrats who were also waiting for summer.
It's here, dangit....let's enjoy it together.
GOLF OUTING
We had more golfers and sponsors than ever before and we want to say thank you to all who participated in any way. It was a crazy day (our first near-rainout in 9 years) but everyone stayed in good spirits and kept swinging. Set your calendar for our 2016 outing on June 27th. (The forecast looks great!)
Fourth of July Parades Ahead
Join the Wayne Democrats in the Carol Stream Parade -
Saturday July 4 10:00 am
We will meet no later than 9:30 am on the west side of Simkus Center (County Farm and Army Trail). Please look for Dave Barry and/or Kathy Carrier the day of the parade. Please wear your Wayne Dems shirt if you have one. If you would like one, let us know. If you have an American flag to wave and carry, please bring. We will have water for participants and will be handing out candy as we walk the parade route. RSVP
and
Bartlett Parade Sunday July 5 1:00 pm
The Parade kicks off at 1 pm. We will be meeting around 11:30 am. Location and number will be relayed as soon as we have it. Please look for Nasir Jahangir and/or Kathy Carrier the day of the parade. Please wear your Wayne Dems shirt if you have one. If you would like one, let us know. If you have an American flag to wave and carry, please bring. We will have water for participants and will be handing out candy as we walk the parade route. RSVP
Join Milton Democrats in the Wheaton and Glen Ellyn parades on the 4th. Wheaton kicks of at 10 am and Glen Ellyn at noon. Contact Debra Walker if you have questions at
Join the Downers Grove Democrats inDarien at 9:30 a.m on the 4th Line up at 9:00 in the Jewel parking lot at 75th and Cass. Look for our large blue parade trailer. Limited seating if you cannot walk. We will provide candy. Please wear your DG Dems t-shirt. RSVP
and
Downers Grove Parade Saturday July 4 12:45 pm
Line up at 12:15 in Section 4 at the Parking Lot east of North High School. Look for our big blue parade trailer. Limited seating on trailer if you are not able to walk. Please wear your DG Dems shirt or a blue or white t-shirt. We will have candy for the parade route. BBQ immediately following the parade at the Hose' home. RSVP
We'd love to have you get involved in any of so many possible ways.
Want to invite strong Democrats in your area to our special events?
Want to find out a few things you can do to prepare for 2016?
Ready to turn your own
block/neighborhood BLUE?
Whatever you have in mind, we have a place for you here at the Democratic Party DuPage. Just click the red button below and scroll down to fill out the interest form.
First round of pizzas are on us. Bring someone from your work or family or neighborhood who wants to make a difference in 2016.
Pencil in next Happy Hour August 14th with place TBD (likely to be in SE DuPage)
Democratic Party of DuPage County | 1000-7 Rohlwing Rd | 630-629-1125 |
2016@dupagedemocrats.com | dupagedemocrats.com
Paid for by the Democratic Party of DuPage County.
A copy of our report(s) filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections and DuPage County Clerk is available (or will be) for purchase from the DuPage County Clerk's office, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187.
