August 26, 2014 – 10:12 am
When: Sunday, September 28, 2014 at 2:00 pm
Where: The Stevenson Center on Democracy, 25200 N. St. Mary’s Rd., Mettawa (Libertyville)
What: The Stevenson Center on Democracy invites you to a program with Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart on Addressing Mental Illness in the Justice System. In 2013, Sheriff Dart launched the Office of Mental Health Policy and Advocacy which provides services and operates a 24-hour phone care line for ex-inmates and their families.
Tickets are $15. To RSVP and for more information, click here or contact the Center by email or at 847-816-7433.
August 25, 2014 – 3:17 pm
When: Monday, October 20, 2014. VIP Reception 11:00 am, Luncheon 12:00, Private reception with honorees 1:30
Where: Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: Personal PAC invites you join them at their 25th Anniversary Awards Luncheon with guest speaker Valerie Plame and honoree Anat Hoffman,
Advocate tickets are $250. For additional ticket levels and table options, and to RSVP online, click here. If you do not wish to pay for your ticket via PayPal, please call the Personal PAC office at 312-422-0005.
August 25, 2014 – 2:47 pm
When: Tuesday, September 9, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: Headquarters of Christy Webber Landscapes, 2900 W. Ferdinand St., Chicago
What: The host committee invites you to the Second Annual Women for Toni Event. Join other progressive women to reelect County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Tickets are $150, and sponsor levels are available. To RSVP and for more information, send an email or contact 773-704-3325.
August 24, 2014 – 2:13 pm
When: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 from 6:30 – 8:30
Where: Bat 17 (Expansion Space), 1709 Benson Ave., Evanston
What: The Chicago Area Peace Action (CAPA) Volunteer Board invites you to “The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades,” a program of satirical political commentary and music.
Tickets are $5 at the door, cash bar available and light appetizers provided. RSVP is not required, but you may send an email or contact them at 847-475-3692 for more information. The location is Benson Ave., one block north of Davis St., east of the Metra stops.
August 23, 2014 – 9:40 am
When: Monday, September 15, 2014 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Where: Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., Evanston
What: Representative Robyn Gabel invites you to a screening of “Food Patriots,” a new documentary film produced and directed by a local couple. A panel discussion will follow. The event is free and open to the public.
To RSVP or for more information, please contact Karen McCormick by email or at 847-424-9898.
