The Democratic Party of Evanston will host its annual awards fundraiser at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 21, at Sketchbook Brewing Co., 4901 Main Street in Skokie. Lunch will be catered by Maggiano’s.
Special guest speaker will be The Hon. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, who will be receiving the Blue Donkey Award in recognition of his progressive leadership in the Democratic Party.
Additional honorees include:
Jack Darin, Director of the Illinois Sierra Club and Abner Mikva Award winner.
Morris “Dino” Robinson, Founder Shorefront Legacy Center, Liz Tisdahl Community Service Award.
Barb Cornew, Democratic Activist; Board member of DPOE, NTD, Democrats Abroad and NWPC, Ted Loda Volunteer Award.
Please note: tickets are $125 per person for reservations received by November 15, $140 per person after November 15.
In consideration of everyone’s health and safety, all guests will be expected to show proof of vaccination and to wear a mask when entering the venue.