June 13, 2024

House Speaker to Host 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

WESTCHESTER, Ill.– On Wednesday, June 19 from 1 pm to 5 pm, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch will welcome the community and local officials to Memorial Park [639 N. Wolf Road in Hillside] for his 3rd Annual Juneteenth and Father’s Day Celebration. 

For questions or to find ways to support and join the celebration, email admin@HDemsIL.com or call 708.838.7010.

Come One, Come All!

Wednesday, June 19 | 1:00-5:00 PM

Memorial Park District | 639 N. Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162

Entry to this event is FREE & open to the public. Families are welcome. Plus there will be:

• Food & drink vendors
• Local businesses & organizations
• Games & activities
• Bounce houses
• Live entertainment

For questions, please email admin@hdemsil.com.

Support Our Members at These Upcoming House Dems Events

Maria Peterson’s Fundraising Event

Thursday, June 20 | 7:00-8:30 PM

Home of Marissa and Jon Schulz | Address provided upon RSVP

Individual Ticket: $150 

Sponsorships: $6,900 | $2,500 | $1,500 | $1,000 | $500

For questions, please email maria@mariafor52.com or call 847.306.9722.

Make checks payable to:

Maria for 52

125 Carriage Rd.,

North Barrington, IL 60010

Rep. Kifowit's Backyard BBQ

Friday, June 21 | 5:30-8:00 PM

Oswego, IL | Address provided upon RSVP

Individual Ticket: $250 

Sponsorships: $10,000 | $5,000 | $2,500 | $1,000

Make checks payable to:

Friends of Stephanie Kifowit

PO Box 1414

Aurora, IL 60507

Rep. Morgan's Lakeside Fundraiser

Monday, June 24 | 5:30-7:00 PM

Highland Park, IL  | Address provided upon RSVP

Ticket Levels: $5,000 | $2,500 | $1,000 | $500 | $250 | $100

For questions or to RSVP, please contact Erin Schuler at 312-448-8014 or email eschuler@newchicagollc.com.

Leader Gabel's Summer Reception

Tuesday, June 25 | 5:30-7:00 PM

O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe  | 45 E Riverwalk S, Chicago, IL 60601

Ticket Levels: $150 Individual | $250 Co-Host | $500 Host | $1,000 Co-Sponsor | $2,500 Sponsor | $6,900 Chair

For questions or to RSVP, please contact Katy Langenfeld at rsvp@langenfeldassociates.com.

Make checks payable to:

Friends of Robyn Gabel

PO Box 6453

Evanston, IL 60204

Rep. du Buclet's Summer Celebration

Wednesday, June 26 | 5:30-7:30 PM

Private Rooftop  | 131 S. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60603

Individual Ticket: $150

Sponsorships: $5,000 | $2,500 | $1,000 | $500 | $250

For questions or to RSVP, please email gennifer@p2consultinginc.com.

Make checks payable to:

Friends of Kim du Buclet

c/o P2 Consulting

22 W Washington St, Suite 1500

Chicago, IL 60602

Reception Honoring Leader Rita

Thursday, June 27 | 5:00-7:00 PM

Lizzie McNeill's Irish Pub | 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611

Individual Tickets: $150

Sponsorships: $5,000 Platinum | $2,500 Gold | $1,000 Silver | $500 Bronze

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of Robert "Bob" Rita

2030 High St

Blue Island, IL 60406

NEW TIME: Join House Speaker Welch for Equality & Pride 365

Thursday, June 27 | 7:00-9:00 PM

I.O. Godfrey Rooftop | 127 W. Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654

Tickets: $250 Individual | $365 Equality & Pride Ambassador

Sponsorships: $20,000 Diamond | $12,000 Platinum | $6,000 Gold | $3,000 Silver | $1,000 Bronze

For questions or to RSVP: email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7010

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Cubs vs. Phillies Fundraiser with Speaker Welch

Wednesday, July 3 | Suite opens at 6:05 PM | Game starts at 7:05 PM

Wrigley Field | 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613 (Suite number provided upon RSVP)

Tickets: $3,000

All tickets must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited.

For questions or to RSVP: email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7010

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Westchester Independence Day Parade with Speaker Welch

Thursday, July 4 | 8:30 AM

Corner of Dorchester and Mayfair Avenues, Westchester, IL

Join Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch in celebrating our country as we march together in the Westchester Independence Day Parade.

Now accepting volunteers to join our walking team and get a free Welch t-shirt!

Blue Wave Fest

Wednesday, July 17 | 6:00-9:00 PM

Don't miss our Fireworks Finale!

Navy Pier's Offshore Rooftop | 1000 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

College Dem Ticket: $60

Individual Ticket: $150

Sponsorships: $20,000 Blue Wave | $10,000 Blue Wall | $5,000 Party Builder

Questions: Email admin@hdemsil.com.

Make checks payable and mail to:

Democrats for the Illinois House

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite A

Westchester, IL 60154

Cubs Rooftop Fundraiser for Speaker Welch

Friday, July 19 | Rooftop opens at 12:20 PM | Game starts at 1:20 PM

Wrigley Rooftops | 1044 West Waveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

Tickets: $2,500

All tickets must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited.

For questions or to RSVP: email admin@hdemsIL.com or call 708-838-7010

Make checks payable and mail to:

People for Emanuel "Chris" Welch

10055 W. Roosevelt Rd, Suite D

Westchester, IL 60154

Annual Golf Outing with Leader Lisa Hernandez

Thursday, July 24 | 8:00 AM Breakfast & Registration | Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM

Silver Lake Country Club | 14700 S 82nd Ave, Orland Park, IL 60642

Foursomes start at $1,000. More sponsorship options available.

For more info: wendy.yaneli.alvarez@gmail.com.

Campaign Rally in Support of LaToya Greenwood

Hosted by Sen. Chris Belt, Rep. Katie Stuart, and Assistant Majority Leader Jay Hoffman

Tuesday, August 6 | 5:00-6:00 PM Sponsor Reception | 6:00-7:30 General Reception

Bel Air Bowl Empire Room | 200 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220

Tickets: $100 per individual | $150 per couple

Sponsorships: $2,500 Platinum | $1,000 Gold | $500 Silver | $250 Bronze

Questions or RSVPs: greenwood4staterep@gmail.com

Make checks payable and mail to:

Friends of LaToya N. Greenwood

5111 W. Main St

Belleville, IL 62223

Fundraiser in Support of Rep. Didech, State's Attorney Rinehart, and Board Member Knizhnik 

Wednesday, August 7 | 6:30-8:30 PM

SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Co | 913 N. Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Tickets: $100 Individuals | $150 Families

Sponsorships: $250 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,500 | $6,000

• Daniel Didech Campaign Committee, PO Box 4959, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
• Friends of Sara Knizhnik, PO Box 5067, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
• Friends of Rinehart, PO Box 686, Highwood, IL 60040

Crosstown Classic with Rep. Mayfield

With special guest, House 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 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.

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.

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