October 30, 2013 – 10:37 pm
When: Saturday, November 9, 2013 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: Wilmette Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette
What: Join Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioners Debra Shore and Kari Steele to learn more about issues affecting water quality in the Chicago Area Waterways such as pharmaceuticals in the water, flooding and stormwater management. Learn about the new Stormwater Ordinance for Cook County. Unlike fossil fuels, there are no substitutes for fresh water. Find out what you can do to conserve this precious liquid asset.
To RSVP or for more information, contact Thais Hudson by email.
October 29, 2013 – 10:56 pm
When: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: The home of Chuck and Debbie Frank, 25 Lakeview Terrace, Highland Park
What: The host committee invites you to a Meet and Greet with Illinois State Senator Mike Frerichs, candidate for Illinois State Treasurer.
To RSVP, contact Suzanne DeGuilio at 312-527-3557 or by email for details and reply form. If you would like to make a contribution, please make checks payable to “Friends of Frerichs” and mail to Friends of Frerichs, c/o NKC, LLC, 101 W. Grand, Ste. 200, Chicago, IL 60654.
October 29, 2013 – 9:50 pm
When: Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 9:00 am -1:00 pm
Where: Lake County High Schools Technology Campus, 19525 W. Washington St., Grayslake
What: Senator Melinda Bush will host a foreclosure prevention workshop as an initiative of the Illinois Mortgage Relief Project (IMRP), which is a part of the Illinois Foreclosure Prevention Network (IFPN) dedicated to providing information and resources that can help homeowners take advantage of programs to lower their mortgages, avoid foreclosure and keep their homes. IMRP also provides information on legal rights, credit counseling and avoiding scam artists. In addition, homeowners can also take advantage of private, one-on-one housing counseling with HUD-certified counselors during the workshop.
Homeowners interested in attending the event should bring the following documentation in order for IMRP to best serve them:
• Mortgage Statement
• 2010 & 2011 W-2 & tax return with all schedules
• Copy of rental agreement, if necessary
• 2 months of recent pay stubs
• Budget of household expenses
• Documentation of other income
• 2 months of recent bank statements
• Recent Utility Bill
• Profit/Loss, if self-employed (last 6 months)
To register in advance for the event, for more information or to receive immediate foreclosure prevention assistance, please call IDFPR’s toll-free consumer hotline 800-532-8785 during regular business hours or go online.
October 29, 2013 – 9:19 pm
When: Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 10:00 am
Where: The Warren Township Democrats will clean their Adopt-A-Highway section on Stearns School Road in Gurnee. Park at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation at the corner of Dilley’s Road and Stearns School Road.
What: Safety vests, orange bags, water and drinks will be provided. Bring gloves. You may keep anything you find, for example, money, jewelry, and assorted auto parts. This is the second required cleanup for 2013. Mark your calendar for an event that has been held continuously for 10 years.
For further information, call 847-223-0795, consult our website, or drop a line to P.O. Box 8061, Gurnee, Illinois 60031. Everyone is welcome to attend.
October 29, 2013 – 8:33 pm
When: Sunday, November 3, 2013 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: The home of Philip and Margaret Corboy, 26 Woodley Rd., Winnetka
What: The host committee (in formation) and the New Trier Democratic Organization invite you to a Special Winnetka Event honoring Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Suggested Individual Contribution $100, Couples $150 and sponsorships are available. Click here to contribute online, or RSVP by email or at 773-704-3325. Checks can be made payable and sent to: Preckwinkle for President, 1516 E. 53rd St., 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60615.
