This Tuesday, February 13, our Second Tuesday series will host a Zoom presentation with speaker Tim Daly, Director, Gun Violence Prevention & Justice Reform, The Joyce Foundation, and Chair, Fund for a Safer Future. Mr. Daly will join us to discuss the current trends in gun violence in Illinois, how new policies and practices are faring to curb this violence, and what we can expect in the months and years ahead on this issue. Register for this Zoom presentation here. The event goes from 9:30-11:00am.

Great Decisions 2024 will meet at the Maze Branch of the Oak Park Public Library, 845 Gunderson, every other Thursday from 1:00-2:30pm starting this Thursday, February 15. You can see the schedule of topics and dates here.

The Foreign Policy issues DVD will be shown at the beginning. Contact Alex Matthews to purchase the Great Decisions 2024 briefing book.

Concerned about gun violence ? So is your League! LWV IL is updating its Gun Policy Position, and you can help. You are invited to share ideas and discuss a variety of gun violence prevention topics for this study. When working on a study, the League attempts to consider a wide range of opinions and points of view on the issue. The League has a track record of influencing legislation based on their careful study of issues and diligent lobbying for the preferred outcomes. Approved studies can rally all 41 local Leagues to support the conclusions. There are two ongoing discussions planned for February. They are Saturday February 17, 10:00 - 11:15am (register here), and Wednesday February 21, 1:30-2:45 pm (register here).

These discussions will be lively and have the ultimate potential to help save lives. This work will assist our State and local Leagues, as well as individual members, to make a difference in Illinois laws affecting the safety of our communities. Contact Lois Love or Susan Poisl with any questions.

Don't have any plans yet for Valentine's Day? Well, you can celebrate Valentine's Day this Wednesday from 2:00-3:15pm by embarking on the Metropolitan Water District's one-of-a-kind virtual tour. Immerse yourself in the depths of the world's largest water reclamation facility, venture through the intricate Deep Tunnel system, encounter the enchanting dancing water bear, and witness the fascinating process of electrofishing in action. Delve into the rich history that defines the MWRD and discover the compelling stories that positions them as a forward-thinking utility for the future. Register at this link.

This Thursday learn about immigration. How can it be fixed? The LWV OPRF invites you to attend our Drinks & Dialogue presentation by Sara Dady, a seasoned immigration attorney of the Dady Law Group, who will share her expertise and insights on immigration reform. The presentation will be at Friendly's Tap, 6731 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, Thursday, February 15, at 6:30. Snacks, a cash bar, and engaging conversations – Free and open to the public! Live music to follow the presentation.

IDA B. WELLS was an advocate for women’s equality and racial equality.

The voting rights advocates of today stand on the shoulders of those who came before them. Born into slavery, Ida B. Wells was one of the early leaders of the civil rights movement. As a journalist, she led an antilynching crusade and fought for women’s rights. She also fought tirelessly for the right to vote, all while facing discrimination within the suffragist movement. In 1913, Wells co-founded the Alpha Suffrage Club, the first Black women's suffrage group in the state of Illinois.

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