In This Issue
Giannoulis reception in Chicago
Dan Seals to speak at 10th Dems General Meeting
Biss Campaign HQ Open House
A River North fundraiser for Toni Preckwinkle
Governor Quinn to speak at the NTDO May forum.
Learn more about organizing for a campaign
Article Headline
The Biss Campaign is going strong.
The Schakowsky Power Lunch in May
Are you a New Trier Dems member?
NTDO NEWS 
April 28, 2010

November may seem a long way off but these sunny days of spring are the time to start looking toward this fall's Election Day.
There's a lot at stake in November. But fortunately there are a lot of good people already working hard to put together strong campaigns. They can use your help now. Don't put it off.
Tonight April 28 - A Chicago Reception for Democratic Senate candidate Alexi Giannoulias
The host committee invites you to a Reception for Alexi Giannoulias, Illinois State Treasurer and Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Mahoney Residence,
11 E. Walton, Apt. 3201, Chicago

 
Host $2,400, Sponsor $1,000,
Supporter $500, Friend $250
 
To RSVP and to obtain donation form, please contact Kelly at RSVP@AlexiforIllinois.com or call 312-373-9382.

Tomorrow April 29 -
The Tenth Dems General Meeting will feature Dan Seals as speaker. 
Tomorrow, April 29, the Tenth Dems will hold a General Meeting of Tenth Congressional District Democrats in Deerfield. The meeting presents an opportunity to make your voice heard as a participant in this active organization. All are invited to attend this General Meeting. Dan Seals will speak about what is at stake in this election. Other candidates will also be appearing.

Thursday, April 29, 2010
7:00 p.m.
Deerfield Public Library,
920 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

 
For more information, contact Tenth Dems at 847-266-VOTE (8683) or
click here.


The Deerfield Public Library provides meeting space as a community service. Neither the Library nor the Board sponsors or endorses these events or the presenting individuals or organizations.
This Sunday May 2 -- The new Biss Campaign HQ is having an open house.



Biss Campaign Open House.

Sunday, May 2nd, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
3351 W. Dempster in Skokie.
 
RSVP to karen@danielbiss.com
or 847.329.1771

For those of you who can walk door-to-door before the Open House -- join in a big canvass starting at noon.
Or you can volunteer in the office before the party -- there are plenty of tasks available that day. At 4 p.m. the open house begins. You're welcome to bring an appetizer to share if you wish. Beverages and snacks will be provided.
Monday May 3 - Meet NTDO's Choice for County Board President,  Toni Preckwinkle, at a River North Fundraiser.

Leonard Amari, Patrick Arbor, Charles Bernardini,
Ald. Robert Fioretti, Joseph Gagliardo,
Antonio Romanucci
Hon. Larry Suffredin
Cordially Invite You to Attend a
Fundraising Reception For
Toni Preckwinkle
Toni Preckwinkle
Monday, May 3

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Benny's Chop House
444 N. Wabash, Chicago, IL
Sponsorship Levels:
$5,000 $2,500 $1,000 $500
Tickets: $100 Couples: $150
Please Click Here to
RSVP
For additional information contact Marion Batey
773-924-5042

Make all checks payable to Preckwinkle for President
Paid for and Authorized by Preckwinkle for President.   A copy of our report is (or will be) available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, IL or the Cook County Clerk, Chicago, IL.  State law requires that political committees report individuals whose contributions exceed $150 in a calendar year and the occupation and employer of individuals who contributions exceed $500 in a calendar year.
May 16 -- The New Trier Dems'
2010 Forum Series continues with
Governor Pat Quinn. RSVP Now.


IL Governor Pat Quinn
Sunday May 16
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Winnetka Community House
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka IL


Admission is free to all current NTDO members and their guests. -- Admission is $20 for all others.

To help the Program Committee assure there is enough seating please RSVPto the New Trier Dems or call 847-446-8030.

During 2010, the NTDO Program Committee has plans to host several forums for the New Trier community featuring key public figures.  Stay tuned for announcements of future speakers during the year.
Wednesday evening May 5 --
Get equipped to become a powerful campaign volunteer.
The NTDO Political Action Committee is inviting anyone interested in playing a part in the upcoming campaign efforts to come to a training session on organizing sponsored by the DPOE (Democratic Party of Evanston) in conjunction with Organizing for America.

If you missed the April 17 morning training session, catch this evening session.


Wednesday May 5 from 7-9 in the evening.
At the DPOE office, 821 Chicago Avenue, Evanston,

Please RSVP Toni Gilpin
Executive Director, Democratic Party of Evanston.
or call: 847 494-7302 

Saturday May 1st -- March and Rally for Comprehensive Immigration Reform. 
Suburban residents are invited to participate in a March and Rally to commemorate International Workers Day and in support of reforming the immigration system for immigrant workers.

Saturday, May 1, 2010
Gather in Palatine at 3:30 p.m.
for a 5:00 p.m. Mass and Rally
in Arlington Heights
 
Assemble at St. Thomas of Villanova School, 1141 E. Anderson Dr., Palatine, March to Mission San Juan Diego Catholic Church, 2323 N. Wilke Rd., Arlington Heights.
 
Volunteers are sought for voter registration training before the march, around 3:00 p.m. If you are interested, please contact Jessica Palys at 224-622-3223
The Daniel Biss campaign offers plenty of ways to get involved:
Walk with Daniel any day of the week - every week.
Daniel is walking seven days a week now and always welcomes volunteers to walk with him. It's not too hot yet so why not sign up for an afternoon and meet some voters? Please contact karen@danielbiss.com to get on the calendar.

Several Biss fundraisers are coming up.

On
Saturday May 15,
you can join Daniel for an afternoon at the home of Evanston 6th Ward Alderman Mark Tendam. For more info
click here.


A New Trier Dems  pizza party on Sunday May 23rd
to help support Daniel's campaign. Please contact karen@danielbiss.com for more details.

Join Daniel June 6th for a great event in Uptown in a turn-of-the-century mansion featuring a picnic by Hot Doug's restaurant, a piano recital by Daniel's brother, Jonathan, and other goodies. For more info contact Hot Doug's.
 
To help keep Daniel's new campaign office running -- You can donate right..... here.
 
Biss Campaign Office has an office wish List
To find out what they need, please contact karen@danielbiss.com

And don't miss the Biss Campaign Open House, this Sunday, May 2nd,4:00-6:00 p.m.
3351 W. Dempster in Skokie.

Friday May 7 -- Mark your  calendars for Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky's Annual Power Lunch with White House Correspondent Helen Thomas.


Ultimate Women's Power Lunch
Celebrating Helen Thomas' 50th Anniversary of Consistently Covering the Presidency
Friday, May 7, 2010
Hyatt Regency Chicago Grand Ballroom
East Tower, Gold Level
151 East Wacker Drive  Chicago, IL

 Guest Speaker  Helen Thomas

To purchase a ticket click here.

To contribute by mail please send checks, made payable to:  Schakowsky for Congress PO Box 5130 Evanston, IL 60204-5130
EVENT PAID FOR AND AUTHORIZED BY SCHAKOWSKY FOR CONGRESS.

Are you a member of the New Trier Dems?
Your participation in grassroots political action will make a difference. -- Come join us.
When you're a member of the New Trier Democratic Organization, you have an active rolein affecting the political process; participantingin grassroots campaigns, staying in touchwith elected officials, playing a role in decidingwhich candidates are endorsed. You'll also gain free admissionto select forums and events throughout the year including the upcoming forum with Governor Pat Quinn.

Come be a part of New Trier's grassroots political community.To learn more about NTDO activities you can do click here, or to become a contributing member click here or call the office at 847-446-8030
.
About Us:
The New Trier Democratic Organization is made up of hundreds of grassroots volunteers dedicated to advancing progressive ideals through the political process. We welcome your participation.
 
Sincerely,
Dean T. Maragos, Committeeman New Trier Township

We are located at 800 Oak Street in Winnetka, IL. Ph: 847-446-8030
Office hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. -- 9am-Noon