Join us for us an update on legislative action in Springfield!

Join us for a job fair with the Illinois Department of Employment Services and School District 21!

Join us for us an update on legislative action in Springfield!

Join us for an update on legislative action in Springfield!

Join us and the Cook County Sheriff’s department for paper shredding, electronics recycling, and medicine disposal.

Discover the beauty of native plants and enjoy fun, family-friendly activities! Join us for free books, nature games, and a morning in the prairie!

Join Rep. Canty for coffee and a sweet treat, and share your thoughts about the issues that matter most to you!

The "Climate Action Now" conference will feature a panel discussion with Representative Mary Beth Canty, Dan Huntsha from Faith in Place, and NW Cook Sierra Club. Following the panel will be a Lead, Listen, Share presentation with more details about current legislation. There will be a chance to give your feedback on what should be our legislative priorities in Illinois. We will also have Action Tables where you can talk directly to local climate solution focused organizations.

The Fair will feature workshops, health screenings, fitness classes, fun activities, and giveaways. Our goal is to promote wellness and connect community members with valuable resources. Participation is free, and providers and vendors can join at no cost.

Join us for the annual Earth Day Celebration!

• Learn about ecological restoration.

• Hear from guest speakers State Representatives Mary Beth Canty and Tracy Katz Muhl

• Complimentary lunch is included.

Register here.

Join Rep. Canty for coffee and a sweet treat, and share your thoughts about the issues that matter most to you!

The availability of affordable housing is a critical issue. In fact, hard working individuals and couples such as school teachers, police officers, and health care workers are no longer able to afford rent/mortgages in Arlington Heights. Why are we in this situation, and what can we do about it? Please join Northwest Alliance for Housing Affordability (NAHA) for a public workshop on the importance of affordable housing in Arlington Heights and our surrounding communities.

Every donor will save up to 3 lives!

Appointments preferred: Walk-ins are welcome.

Are you passionate about the issues of the day?

Do you have an idea for a new law?

Share your idea for new legislation in our Create-A-Bill Contest.

• Who: High School Students residing in the 54th District.

• What: Submit a written explanation of your bill idea by mail to 12 E Northwest Hwy. Arlington Heights, IL 60004, email info.repmbc@gmail.com, or fill out the Google Form.

• When: Submissions will be accepted from November 20th to December 20th.

• Prize: Winner will get to be Rep. Canty’s Page for a Day in Springfield.

Are you passionate about the issues of the day?

Do you have an idea for a new law?

Share your idea for new legislation in our Create-A-Bill Contest.

• Who: High School Students residing in the 54th District.

• What: Submit a written explanation of your bill idea by mail to 12 E Northwest Hwy. Arlington Heights, IL 60004, email info.repmbc@gmail.com, or fill out the Google Form.

• When: Submissions will be accepted from November 20th to December 20th.

• Prize: Winner will get to be Rep. Canty’s Page for a Day in Springfield.

The National Association of Secretaries of State created the John Lewis Youth Leadership Award in honor of the late Congressman and Civil Rights hero John Lewis. The award is given to those who demostrate a committment to social justice, empathy, the courage to confront challenges, and work to support civil and human rights. Any member of the public can nominate a young person for this award.

Applying for the Award

• Nominator Form: The Nominator Form must be completed by an adult who can speak with knowledge regarding the nominee’s social justice work.

• Nominee Form: The nominee must complete the Nominee Form, explaining in their own words the social justice work they have conducted.

• Exhibits: At least two and up to 10 exhibits must be attached to showcase the nominee’s social justice work. Exhibits can include photos, posters, data analytics, support letters and any other material substantiating the nominee’s work.

• Nomination Forms & Guidelines for the 2024 award process can be found at www.ilsos.gov/JohnLewisAward

Eligibility

• The nominee must be an Illinois resident between the ages of 18 and 25.

• The nominee must complete the Nominee Form, explaining in their own words the social justice work they have conducted.

• The winner will be announced at a ceremony hosted by Secretary Giannoulias in December.

Deadline

• Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at 5 p.m.

• All applications, including both forms and exhibits, must be submitted electronically to jlyouthaward@ilsos.gov.