Chicago NOW

Help Stop “The War on Women”

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:34:46 +0000

There has been a lot of talk recently in the news and from our elected officials about wars; everything from “family values” to reproductive rights seem to be in a mysterious battle. But women’s bodies, our wages, our sexual orientation, our safety and our health are not battle fields. If you want to stop the war speech and start making a difference in the community, consider joining one of CNOW’s five issue teams including: Reproductive Rights, Lesbian Rights, Economic Equity, Women’s Health and Violence Against Women. Teams meet every month. Email chicagonow.org@gmail.com

A Call for Board Members!!

admin — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 20:18:33 +0000

CNOW is looking for a few good women, men and otherwise identified folks! Interested in feminism? Equality? Organizing for justice? Serving the local community? Networking with like-minded urbanites? As a CNOW board member, you will have the opportunity to help engage our community in promoting gender justice and in making sure our voices are heard. Please email your resume and cover letter to the CNOW Board at chicagonow.org@gmail.com. We cannot wait to hear from you!

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admin — Sun, 15 May 2011 23:38:22 +0000

Illinois Passes Civil Unions Bill!!!

Stephanie — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:31:14 +0000

From the ACLU of Illinois:

“Today, the Illinois Senate followed the lead of the Illinois House of Representatives in passing Senate Bill 1716, the Illinois Religious Freedom and Protection and Civil Union Act. The measure creates civil unions in Illinois, permitting couples – including same sex couples in our state – to enter into a relationship that provides all the basic legal protections and responsibilities currently offered only to heterosexual couples who marry. Illinois now joins a growing list of states that provide recognition to same-sex partners, either through marriage, domestic partnerships or civil unions.”

For more information visit the ACLU of Illinois website.

You’re Invited: Chicago NOW Annual Meeting

Stephanie — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 21:16:39 +0000

Join Chicago NOW for our annual meeting at Early to Bed along with Howard Brown Health Center and Chicago Women’s Health Center for an educational STI/STD panel and to celebrate World AIDS Day.

Where: Early to Bed, 5232 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago

When: Wednesday, Dec. 1, 8:00pm-10:00pm

Early to Bed will host us and donate 10% of the night’s sales to Howard Brown Health Center toward their lifeline efforts as the center is at risk of closing.

Early to Bed will also donate a raffle item and those proceeds will also go to Howard Brown Health Center.

We will also have a suggested donation of $5 at the door. All door donations will be donated to Howard Brown.
Wine and light appetizers will be served.

Questions? Contact chicagonow.org@gmail.com

Help Pass Illinois’ Civil Union Bill!!

Stephanie — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:58:45 +0000

Help pass the Civil Union Bill!!

Equality IL is looking for volunteers for Tues. (11/16) to call legislators in target districts to urge the passage of the civil union bill during the special session.

WHEN: 6:00pm-8:00pm

WHERE: Equality IL’s office, 3318 N. Halsted

RSVP: Bill, info@equil.org, 773-477-7173

Elections Tomorrow!! Check Out Which Federal Candidates NOW PAC Endorsed

Stephanie — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:28:09 +0000

Attention Illinois voters! Click HERE to see a lost of the federal candidates in Illinois that the national NOW PAC has endorsed.

And don’t forget to VOTE tomorrow, November 2!!!

Join Chicago NOW For Ham-BINGO!!

Stephanie — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 20:40:26 +0000

Join Chicago NOW at Hamburger Mary’s for their famous Ham-BINGO Monday night event.

Ham-BINGO is a weekly charity event held in the dining room at Hamburger Mary’s from 8PM to approximately 10PM every Monday night. Donations of $5-10 are collected for each Bingo card from customers and guests. Each card can be reused and is good for all Bingo games played that night. Plus, 90% of the donations collected from the sale of the Bingo cards go directly to Chicago NOW!!

Drink Specials: $5 Sauza Margarita pints, $5 Frozen Sauza Margarita mugs, $2 Jello Shots.

Bingo prizes include: Next Theater Tickets (for 2), Ms. Magazine subscriptions, Core Power Yoga Unlimited 1 month Pass, Chicago a cappella tickets (for 2), Music of the Baroque tickets (for 2), Language Class Gift Certificate to Digame, Zanies (for 6), Early to Bed Gift Bag, Chicago Architecture Foundation Tour (for 4), Chicago Film Tours (for 2)

During the evening, Chicago NOW also will be having a raffle tickets will be $5 for 2, $10 for 5 and $15 for 10.

Hamburger Mary’s is located at 5400 North Clark Street Chicago, Illinois 60640.

Hope to see you there!!!!

Join The Chicago NOW Board!!

Stephanie — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 20:22:22 +0000

Interested in joining Chicago NOW’s all volunteer board? The chapter is currently looking for women and men interested in becoming involved with Chicago NOW.

We are particularly looking for individuals interested in economic equity, lesbian rights, reproductive justice, grants and development and membership–but don’t worry, if you have other interests within woman’s rights, please don’t hesitate to apply!

To apply please send your resume, coverletter and two professional references to chicagonow.org@gmail.com.

We will begin conducting interviews in November.

For more information

First Fridays in September with Equality Illinois

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:02:53 +0000

Come and meet Chicago NOW at the Equality Illinois hosted First Fridays. The event will be held on Friday, Sept. 3 from 6-8pm at Sidetrack. Sidetrack is located at 3349 North Halsted Street in Chicago.

For a $10 donation to help further Equality Illinois’ fight for LGBT rights, you receive two drink tickets and a ticket for a door prize drawing.

So come on out to join Chicago NOW and Equality Illinois supporters and friends for the monthly First Friday networking event!