Democratic Party of Oak Park

Help DPOP @ Oak Park Day in Our Village - 6/3
2018-06-03 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Scoville Park, 800 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Help spread the word about DPOP at Oak Park's annual community event. Stay tuned for more information!

Gun Violence Awareness Day - 6/2
2018-06-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Hadiya Pendleton Park, 4345 S. Calumet Drive, Chicago, IL, 60653, United States

River Forest Memorial Day Parade - March with DPOP
2018-05-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Ashland and Division, Ashland and Division, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States
March with DPOP in the Annual River Forest Memorial Day Parade!

CFW 8th Annual Oak Park House Party - 5/23
2018-05-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Pleasant Home, 217 Home Avenue, OAK PARK, IL, 60302, United States
Join Chicago Foundation for Women for a night of great food, drinks and conversation on how we can direct our collective efforts to create change in our communities.
The VIP Reception will feature an intimate conversation between CFW co-founders Sunn Fischer and Iris Krieg as well as Emily Kraiem from Women's March Chicago.

ICRR Springfield Advocacy Day - 5/22
2018-05-22 | ICIRR Office, 228 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60604, United States
Join us in the fight to protect our immigrant communities by passing legislation and ensuring that programs for our communities are funded.
RSVP here.

Oak Park River Forest Moms Demand Action Monthly Meeting - 5/16
2018-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Oak Park Public Library (Main Branch), 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
It's time for gun sense in America. Join the local chapter of Moms Demand Action to help further efforts toward sensible gun legislation.

Personal PAC Update - 5/15
2018-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | IL
RSVP here.

PASO Lobby Day in Springfield - 5/15
2018-05-15 05:30 - 18:00 | IL
Join PASO for lobby days at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. We will be advocating for bills that protect our communities.
Depart: 5:30 AM
Departure Place: Greater Galilee Baptist Church
1308 S Independence Blvd, Chicago
Return: Approximately 6:00 PM
Also, mark May 22 on your calendar, in case you cannot join us this Tuesday the 15th.
Please call or text Maria at 224-141-1096 or email maria@pasoaction.org to secure your spot on the bus!

Phone Bank for the ERA - 5/14
2018-05-14 17:00 - 20:00 | DPOP Office, 6941-A W. North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Well done, phone bankers, post card and LTE writers, witness slip submitters, and rally and hearing attendees! ERA ratification in Illinois has moved one step closer to reality. On May 16 the Human Services committee is expected to vote SJRCA 4 out of committee. Next step, a full House vote!
We need your help now more than ever! Our representatives must hear from us! The anti's are at it and are spreading their lies and fake news!
Volunteer your time to phone bank for the ERA. All you need is a computer/tablet and a phone, we will provide the script. Please complete this form, https://goo.gl/forms/6DLckmvIRZdowwql2
Join us at DPOP next Monday, May 14, between 5:00 and 8:00pm. Co-hosted by DPOP, Ratify ERA IL, Indivisible Illinois, & Oak Park Area Indivisible.

DPOP SECOND SATURDAY MEETING - 5/12
2018-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | DPOP Office, 6941-A W. North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Join us to hear the latest on the status of gun legislation in Springfield and the strategy going forward.
Representatives from Moms Demand Action, Gun Responsibility Advocates, and Stop the Violence, as well as student activists from OPRF will discuss their mission and points of collaboration with DPOP.
Location TBA!

Resist! A Visual History of Protest - 5/11
2018-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Oak Park Art League, 720 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
In conjunction with The Oak Park Art League's Art for Social Change: SANCTUARY National Exhibition of Postcard Art
Artworks by FRANKLIN MCMAHON, Artist Reporter. EXHIBITION DATES: May 11 - June 1, 2018
World renowned Artist Reporter, Franklin McMahon has been at the forefront of social change since parachuting from a B17 into WWII Germany. A selection of McMahon's works covering the Emmett Till Trial, Civil Rights Movement, Politics, World Studio, Vatican II, War and Housing Protests, Chicago Conspiracy Trial will be featured in this exhibition.

Sarah's Inn Educational Breakfast Forum - 5/10
2018-05-10 08:00 - 10:00 | Oak Park Country Club, 2001 N. Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, IL, 60171, United States
Join nationally recognized experts for a discussion on reducing relationship violence and assault, and creating safer work spaces and communities.

ERA Rally and Lobby Day in Springfield - 5/8
2018-05-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Illinois State Capitol, 401 S. 2nd Street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
The Rally begins at 12pm at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield at the Lincoln Statue! Let's show the Illinois General Assembly how many people from across Illinois expect to see the Equal Rights Amendment ratified in the House this May!!
No, the Equal Rights Amendment *still* has not been passed, which means gender equality is still NOT part of the U.S. Constitution.
YOU can be a part of making sure that the ERA finally gets ratified! If Illinois ratifies the ERA that means that only ONE more state would be needed. Congress passed it back in 1972 but needed 38 states to ratify it before going into effect. Illinois could be #37! For details, click here.

Phone Bank for the ERA - 5/7
2018-05-07 17:00 - 20:00 | DPOP Office, 6941-A W. North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Can't make it to ERA Rally Day in Springfield but still want to help pass the ERA in Illinois?
Volunteer your time to phone bank for the ERA. Bring your computer/tablet and a phone, if possible. We will provide the script. Planned Parenthood has created virtual phone banks for targeted legislators. These are issue friendly call lists and we will be urging constituents in those districts to call their legislator and ask them to vote Yes on ERA.
Join us at DPOP next Monday, May 7 between 5:00 and 8:00pm. Co-hosted by DPOP, Ratify ERA IL, Indivisible Illinois, Oak Park Area Indivisible, & Friends for ERA Illinois. Please sign up here.

WSSRA Derby Day Gala - 5/5
2018-05-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Hawthorne Race Course Turf Club, 3501 Laramie Avenue, Cicero, IL, 60804, United States
Help enrich lives through recreation by raising money for the WSSRA!

2018 Farmers' Market Kickoff Dinner/Team Meeting - 5/1
2018-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | DPOP Office, 6941-A W. North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
It's hard to believe, with today's weather, but the Oak Park Farmers' Market will be starting next month. Saturday, May 19th is opening day.
On May 1st at 6:00pm, we will have a Farmers Market kickoff dinner/team meeting at DPOP. RSVP to mshallen29@hotmail.com.
If you know anyone who would like to help out this year, please invite them to the dinner and provide their email address to us.
The Farmers' Market team is the front line for DPOP, our most visible and regular contact with the voters of Oak Park and surrounding communities. This will be a BIG YEAR - we will be taking back Illinois from Rauner and recapturing congressional seats throughout Illinois. Please join us and be part of the "Blue Wave 2018"!
Thanks,
Hope, Ron, Brad & Doreen

Phone Bank for SB1657: Override the Veto - Thursdays in March & April!
2018-04-26 17:00 - 20:00, 2018-04-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2018-04-12 17:00 - 20:00 | DPOP Office, 6941-A W. North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
ACT NOW TO REDUCE GUN VIOLENCE IN ILLINOIS!
Please join the Democratic Party of Oak Park and the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence every Thursday in March and April to work to override Governor Rauner's veto of Senator Don Harmon's bill - IL Senate Bill 1657 - Gun Dealer Licensing Act.
We will be calling voters across Illinois, asking them to call their state senator to tell her/him to vote to override the veto. Come for all or just part of the time. Please bring your phone, charger, and laptop or tablet, if possible.

Housing Forward Progressive Dinner - 4/23
2018-04-23 17:00 - 20:00 | IL
Join Housing Forward for an amazing 3 course meal accompanied by friends and family, while also helping your community end homelessness.
During this unique dining experience, you will enjoy three courses at three different restaurants. We are excited to feature a new restuarant this year! Begin your evening at Altiro Latin Fusion and enjoy a variety of Latin inspired appetizers. Longtime favorite Winberie's will again offer their delectable selection of salmon, chicken marsala or vegetarian pasta for the entrees. A short walk away, L!ve Cafe will be hosting desserts where you and your guests will end your evening with coffee and tempting desserts.
The night wouldn't be complete without an opportunity to win great prizes through our raffle. Keep your eyes open for Facebook and Twitter updates on raffle items!

Moms Demand Action - Oak Park Monthly Meeting - 4/22
2018-04-22 13:00 - 15:00 | BUILD Chicago, 5100 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL, 60644, United States
Join Moms Demand Action - Oak Park at BUILD, a local organization with a long history of successful gun violence prevention efforts.

Courage, Perseverance, and Realization: Fair Housing in Oak Park - 4/21
2018-04-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Oak Park Public Library (Main Branch), 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States
This event will be broken into three parts:
First will be a panel of folks who were part of passing the Fair Housing Ordinance in 1968 and establishing the Housing Center in 1972.
Then a panel of current housing and community leaders will talk about the current status of fair housing, integration, and inclusion in Oak Park.
The event will also include a COMMUNITY BRAINSTORM where YOU will be able to describe what you hope the future of Oak Park's fair housing and equity reality should be. A report back the the group will end the day.

Oak Park Earth Fest - 4/21
2018-04-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Village of Oak Park Public Works Center, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Join the Village of Oak Park for Earth Fest!

Volunteer Meet & Match - 4/18
2018-04-18 16:00 - 20:00 | West Cook YMCA, 255 S. Marion Street, Oak Park, IL, 60302, United States
Register here.

Rally for SB1657 Gun Dealer Licensing Act - 4/18
2018-04-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Illinois State Capitol, 401 2nd Street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
Please join Moms Demand Action and Illinois Coalition for Gun Violence Prevention volunteers from across the state at the Capitol to urge our legislators to override Governor Rauner's veto of Senator Harmon's SB1657 - Gun Dealer licensing Act. RSVP here.
Can't make it next Wednesday? Text ILLINOIS to 644-33 to be connected to your IL legislator and to urge them to vote YES to override Governor Rauner's veto of SB1657.

Pro-Bono Network Fundraiser - 4/14
2018-04-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Exit Strategy Brewing Company, 7700 W. Madison Street, Forest Park, IL, 60130, United States
Come out to support the Pro-Bono Network at their third annual Gavels & Growlers Fundraiser.
What is the Pro-Bono Network? Like most places in the country, the legal bar in northern Illinois is unable to provide enough free legal assistance to satisfy the growing demand by those in need.
The irony is that there are many attorneys in Chicagoland want to provide pro bono legal services, but lack a workable model to do so. This is especially true of attorneys who have decided to take time off to raise children, who retired, or who maintain law practices outside the Chicago city-limits.
Out of the clients' need and the attorneys' desire, an idea was born - group these experienced attorneys together and remove barriers to volunteering to make it easier for attorneys to help those in need. As a result, more people in dire need are receiving help. Over 250 volunteers, more than 15,000 hours of legal service and counting -- join us and let's do our part to bridge the justice gap together.
Buy tickets here!

Building a Democratic Majority Boot Camp - 4/14
2018-04-14 08:00 - 17:00 | TBD
Want to make a real difference this fall? Only 24 seats need to flip from Republican to Democrat in the House for real change to happen. Which means we have to get out there and flip them. Learn how at the Cook County Young Democrats' Building a New Majority Boot Camp.
The Cook County Young Dems have partnered with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) to host an intense training session on Saturday, April 14 in downtown Chicago.
If you have some experience in campaigns or want to help put a stop to Trump's policies, apply by April 9 for the Building a New Majority Boot Camp.
https://www.ccydemocrats.com/join-our-training

Lecture on Engineered Foods - 4/12
2018-04-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Trinity High School, 7574 Division Street, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States

Community Solar Meeting - 4/11
2018-04-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Oak Park Public Library (Main Branch), 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, 60301, United States

Lobby Day to Ratify the ERA - 4/10
2018-04-10 10:30 - 14:30 | State House Inn, 110 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
Lobby Day to Ratify the ERA! After you watch the Equal Means Equal documentary on Monday, head to Springfield with ERA Illinois so YOU can be a part of making sure the ERA finally gets ratified!
Meet at the State House Inn (one block from the capitol) for a briefing. Then the group will head over to the capitol by 11:30 AM to make our voices heard with our elected representatives.
A light box lunch will be provided. Wear green or an ERA t-shirt! RSVP to Susan at illinoisnow@aol.com and include your contact info and state senator / representative's district numbers.
