August 9, 2024

Guest Registration is Now Open For Speaker Welch's

DNC Bash Black Excellence in Bleu!

It's finally here! 🤩 Guest registration is now open for Speaker Welch's DNC celebration, Black Excellence in Bleu. Join him and Democratic leaders from across the nation on Wednesday, August 21 from 9 PM to 1 AM at Revel Motor Row (the Old Chicago Defender) to honor the first 7 Black Speakers of the House.

Space is limited. ALL guests must register online for entry and receive a registration confirmation. Click below to complete your registration today.

We hope to see you there!

Support Illinois House Dems at these Upcoming Events

Crosstown Classic with Rep. Mayfield

With special guest, Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch

Saturday, August 10 | 5:00 PM Tailgate | 6:15 PM Game Time

Guaranteed Rate Field | 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616

Sponsorships: $5,000 Home Run | $2,500 Triple | $1,000 Double

RSVP: Call 847-975-3491

RSVP on or before Wednesday, July 10.

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of Rita Mayfield

PO Box 344

Waukegan, IL 60079

Golf Outing with Rep. Davis

Monday, August 10 | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Ravisloe Country Club | 18231 Park Ave, Homewood, IL 60430

Dinner only ticket: $75

Individual golf and dinner ticket: $175

Sponsorships: $3,000 Platinum | $1,500 Gold | $1,000 Silver | $800 Bronze | $600 Foursome | $250 Hole Sponsorship

Email registration form to repwilldavis30@aol.com.

Make checks payable and mail to:

William Davis for State Representative

PO Box 704

Homewood, IL 60430

Golf Outing with Leader Barbara Hernandez

Tuesday, August 13 | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Tamarack Golf Club | 24032 Royal Worlington Dr, Naperville, IL 60564

Foursomes start at $1,000 and additional sponsorship packages are available.

BBQ and Brews with Rep. Scherer

With special guest, Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch

Tuesday, August 13 | 5:00-7:00 PM

Buzzbomb Brewing | 406 E. Adams St, Springfield, IL 62701

Individual Ticket: $25

Sponsorship Levels: $59,900 Gold | $25,000 Silver | $10,000 Bronze | $5,000 Co-Chair | $1,000 Host

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of Sue Scherer

PO Box 3464

Decatur, IL 62524

Rep. Mason's 80s Themed Birthday Fundraiser

With special guest: Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch

Friday, August 16 | 5:00-8:00 PM

Viking Park Dance Hall | 4374 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Individual Ticket: $50

Sponsorship Levels: $150 Friend | $500 Bronze | $1,000 Silver | $5,000 Gold | $10,000 Platinum

Make checks payable to:

Friends of Joyce Mason

6615 Grand Ave, #215

Gurnee, IL 60031

Pioneers of the Podium

With special guest: Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch and Speaker Don Scott

Music by Souled Out Thursday

Sunday, August 18 | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

The Red Door Meeting Place | 1519 Roosevelt Rd, Broadview, IL

There is no cost to attend this event.

RSVP for members of Alpha Phi Alpha Incorporated: cecolston81@gmail.com.

Black Caucus Worship Event

Featuring faith leaders from across the country including Rep. Maurice West

Sunday, August 18 | 6:00 PM

Apostolic Faith Church | 3823 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60653

Supported by Wil Colom of Mississippi, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation, and Pipefitters Local 597

DNC Luncheon Fundraiser for Rep. Ford

With special guest: Congressman Danny Davis

Tuesday, August 20 | 12:00-2:00 PM

Billy Goat Tavern | 1535 W Madison St, Chicago, IL

Individual Ticket: $150

Sponsorship Levels: $500 Supporter | $1,000 Sponsor | $ 2,500 Chair | $5,000 Host

To RSVP, contact Corryn Bradley at corryn@danshomon.com or call 708.490.9964.

Make checks payable to:

Citizens to Elect La Shawn K. Ford State Representative

912 S Mayfield

Chicago, IL 60644

The Veterans' Party

With special guest: Senator Tammy Duckworth

Enjoy free lunch, drinks, and live music

Tuesday, August 20 | 12:00-3:00 PM

IBEW Local 134 | 2722 S. Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616

Sponsorship Levels: $1,000 | $ 2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000

Black Excellence in Bleu

Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch's DNC Celebration

Enjoy free lunch, drinks, and live music

Wednesday, August 21 | 9:00 PM-1:00 AM

Revel Motor Row | 2400 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Sponsorship Levels: $10,000 | $ 20,000 | $50,000 | $75,000 | $100,000

Questions and sponsor contact: admin@hdemsil.com or call 708-838-7005

Make checks payable to:

Black Excellence in Bleu

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Paid for by Democrats for the Illinois House. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board's official website DemsforILHouse.com or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois.

*Press is prohibited at most events. Any press inquiries should be directed to communications@hdemsil.com.