When: Tuesday, January 6, 2015 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Vernon Hills Park District, Laschen Center, 294 Evergreen Dr., Vernon Hills
What: Rep. Carol Sente will give a brief legislative update on her initiatives from the past session, as well as her goals for the coming year. Those in attendance will be able to ask questions and share their thoughts on how to address the many challenges our state faces.
When: Sunday, December 14, 2014 at 1:00 pm
Where: St. Paul AME Church, 336 Washington Ave., Glencoe
What: An interfaith coalition of local religious congregations is organizing this peaceful demonstration against police violence and racial discrimination. The march will end a few blocks away at Green Bay and Park Ave. If you want to bring a sign, the organizers suggest “Black Lives Matter” or “I can’t breathe.”
For more information, contact Lee Goodman by email at Peaceful Communities.
When: Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Where: Spertus Institute, 610 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: Spertus, JCAST (Jewish Coalition Against Sex Trafficking) and the National Council of Jewish Women, Chicago North Shore Section invite to you a program with moderated panel discussion and documentary film on sex trafficking in the U.S. and globally.
The program will be followed by a reception and resurces. Ticket prices are $18, S10 for Spertus members and $8 for students. Click here to register or call 312-322-1773.
When: Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Where: Schiff Hardin, 233 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 6600, Chicago
What: Equality Illinois and the Center for Economic Progress will co-host a seminar covering the tax implications of Marriage Equality.
Space is limited. Click here to register.
When: Saturday, January 17, 2015 from 9:00 – 10:00 am
Where: Starbucks, 1665 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove
What: Rep. Carol Sente invites constituents to join her for a cup of coffee at her first Coffee Shop Stop after the official start of the 2015 session.
Constituents may contact her full-time office at 430 N. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 8, Lincolnshire, by phone at 847-478-9909 or by email.
