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SUMMARY:United We Resist
DESCRIPTION:📢 UNITED WE RESIST\nNext stop on our roadside rally tour:\nAlgonquin\, IL \nWe’re mobilizing once again to stop the assault on our country and Constitution!\nWe’ll be joining rallies/protests across the country happening on the same day. \nWe’re taking to the streets with our friends & neighbors who care about the constant attacks on the Rights of Women\, People of Color\, the LGBTQIA+ community\, Veterans\, those with Disabilities\, Low income families\, Seniors\, Farmers & our Migrant/Refugee families in this country to defend our freedoms\, our rights\, and our future! \nWhen those in power try to silence us\, we RESIST even louder!\nWhen they attack our communities\, we fight back with our neighbors\, TOGETHER!\nBring signs\, bring your family/friends\, let’s do this again and again!!\n*PARK IN THE REAR/OVERFLOW JEWEL OSCO SPACES CLOSEST TO RANDALL ROAD ONLY \nREGISTER HERE:
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/united-we-resist/
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,March,Protest Activity,Rally,Social Justice,Voter Awareness
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SUMMARY:The SAVE Act: What it Means for Women in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for what will be an essential primer on how this legislation will hurt millions of voters in the United States! \nREGISTER NOW: bit.ly/3SH8lJy
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/the-save-act-what-it-means-for-women-in-illinois/
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,Educational,Social Justice,Voter Awareness
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SUMMARY:Woodstock PRIDE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th anniversary of the Woodstock PrideFest! We will have a weekend full of activities\, with the main event happening on Sunday\, June 15th\, starting with an extended parade at 11am and a festival from 12-5pm with food\, entertainment\, vendors and more! \nWe’ve come a long way from the very first Kids PrideFest and evolved into a two day celebration. \nSunday – experience the most colorful parade in McHenry County at our EXTENDED parade route at 11 am. We follow that right up with our day long festival on the Historic Woodstock Square. With entertainment\, speakers\, vendors and more\, this is the PLACE TO BE! \nStay tuned as we announce more great things and events.
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/woodstock-pride/
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,LGBTQIA+ Rights,Social Justice,Social Partnerships,Voter Awareness
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SUMMARY:Period Action Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:A GLOBAL DAY OF ACTION TO END PERIOD POVERTY AND STIGMA THROUGH ADVOCACY\, EDUCATION\, AND SERVICE. \nhttps://period.org/ \nhttps://www.periodactionday.com/ \n 
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/period-action-day-2025/
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,Reproductive Health,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T180000
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SUMMARY:Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King
DESCRIPTION:Register here:\nhttps://an-evening-honoring-mlk.eventbrite.com\n\n\n\nJoin us on Friday\, January 16\, 2026\, from 6–8 p.m. (doors open at 5:30pm) at McHenry County College’s Luecht Auditorium for a powerful program featuring a compelling documentary on Dr. King’s legacy\, followed by an engaging conversation on how his message of justice and unity resonates today.\n\n\n\nHosted by McHenry County NOW and led by Pastor Dr. Norval Brown\, this is an opportunity to reflect\, connect\, and be inspired together.
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/honoring-dr-martin-luther-king/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 Northwest Hwy\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Observance,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Black History
DESCRIPTION:2nd Annual Celebration of Black History\n\n\n\nReflect – Learn – Connect – Celebrate Black History \nJoin McHenry County NOW for our 2nd Annual Black History Celebration Event on Thursday\, February 20\, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Cary Area Public Library. \nThe evening will feature a compelling documentary followed by an engaging group discussion exploring Black history. This is a chance to learn together\, share perspectives\, and strengthen our community through conversation. \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to support local Black-owned businesses throughout the event. \nCome be part of an evening that honors the past and inspires the future. \nEvent hosted by: McHenry County NOW \nRegister to Attend – Here
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/celebrate-black-history/
LOCATION:Cary Area Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Road\, Cary\, IL\, 60013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month with us by honoring the power\, resilience\, and leadership of extraordinary women. 🌸✨ \nJoin us for a special screening of Becoming\, the inspiring documentary that follows Michelle Obama on her journey after leaving the White House\, reflecting on her time as First Lady and the impact of her voice around the world. \nFrom personal stories to powerful moments of leadership\, Becoming reminds us that our stories matter—and that each of us has the power to create change. \n🎬 Film Screening\n💬 Post-Film Discussion & Reflection\n🤝 Connect\, Share\, and Be Inspired \nCome ready to watch\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation as we celebrate Women’s History Month together. \n#WomensHistoryMonth #Becoming #MichelleObama #Leadership #CommunityConversation \nLink to register: https://womens-herstory-celebration-tickets.eventbrite.com
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/celebrate-womens-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,Observance,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T110000
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SUMMARY:Crystal Lake Pride Walk and Social
DESCRIPTION:In keeping with our mission to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment in our downtown\, we are very happy to announce the 2025 Downtown Crystal Lake Pride Walk & Social. LGBTQ+ community members and allies are all welcome! Meet at Williams St. & Crystal Lake Ave. at 11 am in your most colorful apparel (Pride flags welcome!) to join the walk from Williams St.\, to Woodstock St.\, to Grant St.\, and we’ll end at the Brink Street Market! Then\, stay at the park to eat and socialize\, shop the craft fair supporting LGBTQ+ owned businesses and makers\, and connect with non-profits and community resources. \nvisit downtowncl.org/pride for more information!
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/crystal-lake-pride-walk-and-social/
LOCATION:Brink Street Market\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,LGBTQIA+ Rights,Observance,Social Justice,Social Partnerships
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth - June 18\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION:HONORING LEGACY\, EMPOWERING THE FUTUREThursday June 18th – 5:30pmJoin us for a meaningful celebration of Juneteenth as we honor the legacy of freedom\, resilience\, and triumph while empowering the next generation of leaders and changemakers.REGISTER HERE:https://Juneteenth-Celebration-McHenryCoNOW.eventbrite.com
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/juneteenth/
LOCATION:Cary Area Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Road\, Cary\, IL\, 60013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Core Issue,Observance,Racial Justice,Social Justice,Social Partnerships
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SUMMARY:Women's Equality Day at McHenry County College
DESCRIPTION:  JOIN US!! \n 
URL:https://mchenryconow.org/event/womens-equality-day-at-mchenry-county-college/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 Northwest Hwy\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ending Violence Against Women,LGBTQIA+ Rights,Racial Justice,Reproductive Health,Reproductive Rights,Social Justice,Social Partnerships
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