By Lauren Beth Gash
A good friend and valued member of our Tenth Dems family recently passed from this life. Cosette Winter will be remembered well for her many volunteer contributions to important causes. We thank you, Cosette, and we are grateful.
Cosette Winter was a longtime Democratic activist and member of the Tenth Dems Leadership Committee. She was an amazing friend, volunteer and advisor during my own State Rep campaign days. More recently, I enjoyed working with her on causes, and I will miss our long walks together at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Cosette was truly a citizen extraordinaire: among other things, she served as a Democratic Precinct Committeewoman, a school board member, a campaign organizer for so many candidates, a League of Women Voters leader and much more. A master gardener, Cosette put her talents to work volunteering at the Chicago Botanic Garden and in the Village of Bannockburn, making the town a much more beautiful place for her presence.
Cosette’s family will be hosting a memorial celebration of her life. This will be a time to remember her life and accomplishments and share stories with one another. Snacks and beverages will be served as well.
A Celebration of Cosette Winter’s Life
Sunday, May 31st from 3:00-6:00pm
Bannockburn Village Hall
2275 Telegraph Road, Bannockburn, ILCosette’s friends are welcome. If you would like to attend, please let her family know you are coming so that they can be prepared for the number of attendees. You can call
512-769-3007.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of the following organizations:
Chicago Botanic Garden
https://register.chicagobotanic.org/donation.aspCourt Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lake County
http://casalakecounty.com/donate
Breast Cancer Research Foundation
http://www.bcrfcure.org
When: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 11:30am
Where: Wildfire Restaurant, 1300 Patriot Blvd., Glenview, IL
What: The annual luncheon of the Chicago North Shore Section of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) features the installation of the NCJW Board, presentation of the Enduring Vision Award to Elana Boiskin and the Emerging Leader Award to Tina Cantrell. Keynote speaker is author and Section Board Member Susan Blumberg-Kason who will speak on the Jews of Shanghai.
Tickets: $50
To register, click here.
For additional information, email info@ncjwcns.org
When: Thursday, June 4, 2015 from 6:30 – 8:00pm
Where: The home of David and Cari Borris, 1365 Sherwood Rd., Highland Park, IL
What: 9th District State Senator Daniel Biss is planning to make a special announcement.
Tickets start at $100
To RSVP, call Ashley Urisman at 312-854-8018.
For additional information, contact David Borris at 847-561-5622
Please make checks payable to “Biss for Illinois” and mail them C/O P2 Consulting to 22 W. Washington St., Suite 1500, Chicago, IL 60602
When: Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 3:30pm: Hors d’oeuvres and drinks; 4:15: Celebration service and music; 6:00: Dessert and coffee
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield, IL
What: A memorial tribute to Bob Gand: musician, father, and friend to so many. Join us for an afternoon of wonderful music, delicious food and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The People’s Music School, Bob Gand Scholarship Fund by clicking here.
RSVP not necessary.
When: Sunday, May 31, 2015 at 11:00am
Where: Chevy Chase Golf Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL
What: The 8th annual Botterman Breakfast honoring the 2015 Botterman Award winner, Alex Armour. Keynote speaker is Raja Krishnamoorthi, a candidate in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 10th Congressional District. Proceeds of this fundraiser support the Wheeling/Palatine Democratic Party office.
Tickets: $50
To RSVP, click here.
