The Champaign County Democrats will march in three parades this weekend: RANTOUL (Sat 9am), CHAMPAIGN-URBANA (Sun 12:30pm), and HOMER (Sun 5:00 pm). They are listed in the “Upcoming Events” frame on the right hand side of this page. Double-click on an event for lineup details and map from our calendar. Each event will be updated on that page as necessary..
This is a great way to socialize, meet your candidates, and get some exercise! Currently, MIKE FRERICHS plans to walk in all three parades, DAVID GILL in Rantoul & Homer; and NAOMI JAKOBSSON and our county board candidates in Champaign-Urbana. All candidates (including PAT QUINN & SHEILA SIMON) will have supporters at all parades, with hand signs, T-shirts, etc. Contact your favorite campaign if you need more information, or just SHOW UP AT ANY PARADE and we will find a role for you!
Note that because of these events, we will NOT be at the Urbana Farmers Market this weekend – see you next week!
The Champaign County Democrats are in the process of revising our local party platform for the 2010 general election. The platform reflects our consensus positions on many local, state, and national issues. You can obtain the 2008 platform at this link.
Another PUBLIC FORUM on our 2010 platform will be held at 7 pm Wednesday, June 9. 2010 at party headquarters (110 S Neil St, Champaign). The platform committee welcomes the views of all Democratic voters in Champaign County. Attend if you can, or send your ideas to Platform@ChampaignCountyDemocrats.org. As the platform is revised, updates will be made to this post to keep you informed and invite further input.
The 2010 Democratic Spring Dinner will be served Sunday evening, May 16, 2010 at 2600 E Stone Creek Boulevard, Urbana IL ().
We are honored to welcome Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor candidate as featured speakers.
US Congressional Candidate (15th) will address federal issues in the 2010 election.
State Senator (52nd) and State Representative (103rd) will discuss state legislative issues.
Other invited speakers include State Senate Candidate (55th) and State Representative Candidates (104th), and (110th).
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and hear these candidates in person in the good company of your fellow Democrats!
Check this post occasionally for the latest speaker information, and use it to invite your friends and associates to participate.
Follow this link to obtain a copy of our Dinner Flier and Reservation Form for your use. Print a few extra copies for your friends who may not see this post. The reservation deadline is Tuesday, May 11, and pre-payment entitles you to a $10 discount!.
Also consider this: Are you a candidate? Do you operate a business? Are you celebrating a birthday or anniversary? Do you need to notify clients and friends about a change in professional affiliation or address? We welcome your ad in our program book. Here is our Dinner Program Book Advertising Form.
This Sunday (April 11) you can help Josh Weger get on the ballot for the 55th Illinois Senate district as Senator Mike Frerichs helps gather petition signatures in Mahomet. We will meet at the Mahomet community center parking lot 510 E. Main St. Mahomet IL 61853 at 2pm. Bring a pen, good shoes and a few hours to spare. For more information about the campaign, visit the .
“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.”
— PERICLES
Gerrie provided ten years of dedicated leadership and service as Chair of the Champaign County Democratic Party from 1994 to 2004. During her tenure the Party celebrated many successes, including the election of the first Democratic County Board majority in history.
Memorial Celebration in Champaign March 14, 2010:
You are cordially invited to gather with us to celebrate the life and honor the memory of Gerrie Parr on Sunday, March 14, at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center, . The ceremony begins at 3 pm, with drinks and appetizers to follow from 4 – 6 pm. If you are unable to attend the ceremony, please feel free to stop by to visit with friends between 4 and 6 pm.
You are also invited to bring a picture, quote or written memory about Gerrie if you would like. This is completely voluntary. There will be space to display these memories around us as we mingle with one another. A 3 x 5 card is the ideal size for the display. There will also be a sealed box for depositing memories you would like to keep private; the box will be burned in our fireplace, un-opened.
We look forward to seeing you on March 14th. You are welcome to forward this note to others. If you need more information or have any questions, please contact her daughter Dani Schooley.
Warm Regards,
The Parr / Schooley / Altman Family
Obituary:
Geraldine A. (Gerrie) Parr, 63, of Champaign, IL passed away Friday, February 12th at the home of her sister Linda Altman in Waukegan, IL. Gerrie was born on July 28th, 1946 in Cadillac, MI. She graduated from Waukegan Township High School (’64) and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (’68) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.
Before her retirement, Gerrie served as Auditor of Champaign County. She was also Chair of the Champaign County Democratic Party for 10 years. In addition to politicking, Gerrie spent her time skiing, sailing, reading, and cooking. She loved to travel and did so extensively in the last several years, including trips to Tahiti, China, France, Peru and Egypt.
Gerrie is survived by her daughter Daniellinda Schooley of Chicago, her father and step-mother Dan and Mavon Parr of Clearwater, FL, and her sister Linda Altman of Waukegan. She was preceded in death by her husband Kurt McKenzie, her mother Dorothy Parr, and her brother-in-law Jerry Altman.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, February 18th at St. Pat’s New Church, 15000 Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth IL. Gerrie’s family will be available to greet relatives and friends at the church beginning at 12:15pm. After the service, the family will host a late lunch at a nearby restaurant.
An additional Memorial will be held in Champaign at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made in Gerrie’s memory to the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, c/o Northwestern University Office of Development, 750 North Lake Shore Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611-3078 . Political contributions can sent to the Champaign County Democrats, c/o Jennifer Gentry, Treasurer, P.O. Box 1455, Champaign, IL 61824-1455.
Arrangements were under the care of the Salata-Gurnee Funeral Home, 4190 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee, IL. Be sure to visit and sign the online guest book.
Four candidates are running for two seats in the Democratic primary for the Champaign County Board in District 6. Michael Richards now sits on the board; the other three would be newcomers. The candidates and their website and/or e-mail addresses are:
Michael Richards (countyboarddistrict6@gmail.com)
(pattsi2@gmail.com)
Debby Auble (debbyauble1@gmail.com)
Joshua (Josh) Hartke (jthartke713@yahoo.com)
It’s great to have choices. Check out the candidates, ask them questions, and make your choice on February 2!
Three candidates are running for two seats in the Democratic primary for the Champaign County Board in District 9. All three would be newcomers to the board. The candidates and their websites are:
It’s great to have choices. Check out the candidate’s websites, ask them questions, and make your choice on February 2!
Here are the most requested dates & deadlines for the general primary election on February 2, 2010. For complete information, and to verify your voter status, visit the .
First day for absentee ballots: Thursday, December 24, 2009. Last day to register: Tuesday, January 5, 2010.
First day for early voting: Monday, January 11, 2010.
Last day for early voting: Thursday, January 28, 2010.
Last day for absentee ballots: Monday, February 1, 2010. ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, February 2, 2010.
Note: Starting with this election, voters do NOT have to specify a reason for requesting an absentee ballot. Absentee voting is available for everyone.
The 2009 Democratic Fall Dinner will be served Sunday evening, October 11, 2009 at the on St. Mary’s Road at the corner of First Street in Champaign.
US Senate candidate and Congressional Candidate (15th) will discuss federal issues in the 2010 election.
We are honored to welcome Governor and State Comptroller as featured speakers. They both seek nomination in the February 2, 2010 Primary Election as our candidate for Governor next Fall.
State Representatives (9th) and (71st), State Senator (30th) , and union electrician , candidates for Lieutenant Governor, will also address us.
Former State Representative (38th) and former TSA offical will speak in support of their candidacies for State Treasurer.
Former Deputy State Treasurer will speak as candidate for State Comptroller.
Also scheduled to join us are State Senator (52nd) , State Representative (103rd) , and State Rep Candidate (110th) . These candidates are not opposed in the Primary Election.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and hear these candidates in person in the good company of your fellow Democrats!
Check this post occasionally for the latest speaker information, and use it to invite your friends and associates to participate.
When: Noon Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009.
Where: Large Pavilion at Crystal Lake Park in Urbana.
Meat, soft drinks, and table service will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Donations are welcome.
Volunteers are needed to set up, serve, and clean up. Please contact picnic chair Dorothy Neumann at neumando3530@yahoo.com or 344-1427 if you can help.
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