McHenry County NOW

Chapter Meeting - April
2024-04-11 18:30 - 20:00 UTC
Please join us for our April Chapter meeting. For more information send email to
mchconow@Outlook.com.

Protest: The Supreme Court is Attacking Us – Again!
2024-03-26 12:00 - 14:00
Less than two years after overturning the constitutional right to abortion, saying such decisions should be “left to the states,” the Supreme Court is now considering a NATIONAL ban on one of two drugs used for 53% of abortions performed in the United States.
After two decades of safe use in the United States and double that in much of Europe, the drug mifepristone makes medical abortions less traumatic when used in combination with another drug, misoprostol. Restricting or outright banning of mifepristone, like every other politically-driven restriction on women and others to control our own bodies, would just mean mountains more needless suffering for people like us.
On Tuesday, March 26th, the Supreme Court will be hearing oral arguments on a case brought by the anti-women, anti-LGBTQ+ “Alliance Defending Freedom,” the same far-right outfit* behind an avalanche of other bigoted legislation and court decisions.
The Court already is ethically challenged by de facto bribes from Federalist Society-aligned wealthy patrons. We must continue to expose the illegitimacy of a court packed with political hacks who twist the Constitution to meet their far-right agendas.
Their growing lack of legitimacy in the eyes of the public is what the court fears most!
Therefore it’s up to us to broadcast far and wide WHY this court is illegitimate and that its politically-driven decisions MUST be challenged at every turn!
Please join us at 12 noon on March 26 in front of the U.S. Federal Courthouse, 219 S. Dearborn, Chicago.
Only WE must control our bodies – not bigoted judges and politicians!
*ADF authored the model legislation behind the anti-abortion Dobbs decision and was the driving force behind last year’s anti-LGBTQ+ 303 Creative v. Elenis decision

Women Empowering Women in McHenry County - Mixer
2024-03-22 17:30 - 19:30
March is Women’s History Month, so it’s only fitting that McHenry County NOW & McHenry County College Sustainability Center are co-hosting this empowering event!
This in-person mixer is a fantastic opportunity for women of all ages in McHenry County to come together, build bonds & friendships, collaborate and support one another, and celebrate our personal accomplishments together.
It’s time we end the toxic rivalry between women, and band together & lift one another up!
Network with like-minded women, share life experiences, and gain valuable insights from other women in McHenry County.
Whether you’re a business owner, professional, veteran, homemaker, retiree, student, or simply looking for motivation and camaraderie, this event is for you!
Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a community of women here in McHenry County that supports, uplifts and empowers other women!
** If you are a local business looking to sponsor this event, please email Dee at: mchenryconow.pres@gmail.com
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – Register

Illinois Primary Election
2024-03-19 06:00 - 19:00
Get out and Vote

Chapter Meeting - March
2024-03-14 18:30 - 20:00
Please join us for our March Chapter meeting. For more information send email to
mchconow@Outlook.com.

Chapter Meeting - October
2024-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for our October Chapter meeting. For more information send email to mchconow@Outlook.com.

Chapter Meeting - December
2024-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for our May Chapter meeting. For more information send email to mchconow@Outlook.com.

Chapter Meeting - November
2024-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for our November Chapter meeting. For more information send email to mchconow@Outlook.com.

Protest Rally Fake Crisis Pregnancy Center - Old Town Chicago
2024-03-08 17:30 - 19:00
Join us March 8, for International Women’s Day!
Rally to protest an Anti-Abortion Crisis Pregnancy Center in Old Town, Chicago.
According to the official International Women’s Day (IWD) website, March 8th is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
In the spirit of calling our community to action, we will be rallying to protest the anti-abortion crisis pregnancy center that recently opened at 1212 N. La Salle Drive, right next door to Planned Parenthood. Local residents and neighbors deserve to know the truth about the anti-abortion forces that are at work in their community!
Anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers frequently open near abortion clinics in order to confuse people seeking reproductive healthcare and create opportunities to misdirect patients away from their appointments. This practice is known as “clinic co-location.”
While anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers claim to support women and families, reality does not support this claim. Crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs):
Exist to intercept pregnant people and convince them not to have an abortion. Any other activities they conduct are in service to that mission.
Violate personal bodily autonomy. Even before they meet their clients, these centers have already decided what is best for them. CPCs have a well-documented history of spreading harmful medical disinformation in order to shame, scare, and coerce clients.
Delay women and birthing people from accessing real reproductive healthcare services. Abortion is a time-sensitive medical procedure, and CPCs’ delay tactics create real harm for people seeking care.
Join us on March 8th at 5:30pm to learn more about how anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers in Chicago and across the United States are creating dangerous barriers to healthcare for women and birthing people of color, young people and students, and people living in poverty.

Chapter Meeting - February
2024-02-08 18:30 - 20:00
Please join us for our February Chapter meeting. For more information send email to
mchconow@Outlook.com.

NOISE FOR NOW – Abortion Access Benefit Series
2024-01-20 19:00 - 2024-01-21 19:00
Ground Control Touring and NOISE FOR NOW are pleased to announce that we have teamed again up to take action, bring awareness and have some fun with our second annual Abortion Access Benefit Series. The series has expanded to take over FIVE cities, converging on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 – Los Angeles at Lodge Room, New York City at Bowery Ballroom, Chicago at Empty Bottle, Philadelphia at Johnny Brenda’s, and Nashville at DRKMTTR.
Each event will feature a special night of music and festivities in support of abortion funds, community, and bodily autonomy. 100% of proceeds will go to NOISE FOR NOW who will then allocate the funds raised to local independent abortion clinics and abortion funds in each region.

BIGGER THAN ROE 2024 – PROTEST THE CRYSTAL LAKE CPC
2024-01-20 12:00 - 13:00
On January 20th, days before the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, feminists all across the USA will be marching and protesting … to shore up our forces and take on the work ahead in the fight for reproductive freedom. A giant national march is planned for Madison, Wisconsin, and there will be events all over. Visit womensmarch.com, watch this great video, and get plugged into womensmarch.com here.
Here in McHenry County, please join McHenry County NOW and McHenry County Citizens for Choice, as we protest near “Informed Choices”, one of the many fake clinics (“crisis pregnancy centers”) that plague us.
Date and time: Noon to 1:00 pm on Saturday January 20th
Join us in person at 610 Crystal Point Road, Crystal Lake
(by the emissions testing place, southeast of Main Street & NW Hwy (Rte 14)
(we’ll have signs, or bring your own)
Or watch the livestream on Facebook or YouTube.
As Women’s March writes: “This January, we will unite to send an unequivocal message: Our resolve is unyielding. Our movement is not just about Roe; it is about safeguarding the rights and freedoms for all, now and for future generations. We are the majority, and our voices will be heard.
“On the weekend of January 19-21, 2024, we’ll be mobilizing in all 50 states with priority on the nine states where abortion rights will be directly on the ballot. These mobilizations are a strategic intervention to galvanize voters for the 2024 elections. We’re showing up to secure abortion access and counter far-right extremism. Join us in the state-by-state battle to defend our rights shape our future.”

Chapter Meeting - January
2024-01-11 18:30 - 20:00
Please join us for our January Chapter meeting. For more information send email to mchconow@Outlook.com.

CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
2024-01-10 17:30 - 19:30
Please join us for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and action as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It’s all happening at 5:30 pm on the evening of Wednesday, January 10th, 2024, in the Luecht Auditorium of McHenry County College. Park on the south side, there’s a door marked for the auditorium.
It’s free — please RSVP here !
Pastor Dr. Norval Brown, Master of Ceremonies
Doors open at 5:30 pm and documentary screening begins at 6:00 pm followed by an inspiring discussion.
Presented by McHenry County Juneteenth and McHenry County College.
