“What’s Next” This WEEK

“What’s Next” This WEEK

Meetings & Events

for Dems, Liberals and Progressives

Week of February 24th – March 2nd 2025 (times vary by event)

Monday, February 24, 7:00 PM CST, Zoom

30 Days of Trump: What We’ve Learned,

The Challenges & Our Response

🎤 Guest Speaker: Ed Spire, Co-Lead of NWSOFA’s Restore Our Democracy Project

_One month into the new administration—what have we learned? What challenges do we face? How do we respond to the executive orders already in place?_

Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation as Ed Spire breaks down the latest policies, their impact on our nation, and what we can do to protect democracy. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and take action!

Tuesday Feb 25 @7pm CST Zoom

“Ripples of Plastic” Screening

w/Mark Lundholm, NWSOFA Climate & Environmental lead

Join Us for an EYE-OPENING Evening: Ripples of Plastic Screening and Discussion

The NWSOFA-Indivisible Climate Change team invites you to a special screening of Ripples of Plastic, an eye-opening documentary by filmmaker Chris Langer of Wonderhouse Films. This powerful film explores the devastating impact of plastic pollution in the Great Lakes, shedding light on microplastics’ effects on ecosystems and human health. Chris Langer, a Northeast Ohio native and first-time documentarian, brings together experts and advocates to inspire collective action toward a plastic-free future.

Q&A session following

Following the screening, Mark Lundholm, our NWSOFA-Indivisible Climate Change Lead, will be leading the Q&A session following the screening of Ripples of Plastic. With his extensive background in environmental advocacy and leadership within the organization, Mark is well-equipped to facilitate an insightful discussion about the film and its implications on climate action.

This is a unique opportunity to discuss the film’s themes, learn about actionable solutions, and connect with others passionate about combating plastic pollution.

Looking forward to seeing you there!.

Mark Lundholm, NWSOFA-Indivisible’s Climate and Environmental Lead

Thursday 2/27@7pm CST Zoom

“Local Palatine IL Candidates Forum:

to Get Out the Vote + IL GVP Update

Upcoming Local Event: Supporting Our Community

_This Thursday, we are hosting a unique local event that diverges from our typical Gun Violence Prevention (GVP) meetings. Instead, we will be focusing on supporting local candidates who are crucial to our community’s future_

We have invited 2 or 3 local candidates, in the Greater Palatine, IL area, to join us and share their visions for our area. This event is an important step in getting out the vote and ensuring that our voices are heard in local elections.

Agenda Highlights:

– Candidate Presentations: Our guest candidates will discuss their platforms and goals, providing insight into how they plan to address local issues.

– GVP Bills Discussion: If time allows, we will also touch on the GVP bills likely to be introduced in the Illinois legislature this session.

However, the primary focus will be on supporting our local candidates and encouraging community engagement.

Why This Matters

While this event differs from our usual GVP meetings, it is essential for mobilizing support and getting out the vote. By engaging with local candidates and understanding their positions, we can make informed decisions at the polls. We are reaching out to our candidate speakers to confirm their attendance and look forward to a productive and engaging meeting. Your participation is vital in shaping our community’s future, so please join us on Thursday!

EVERY Saturday…at 3:30 for training .. 4 pm for phone banking CST

Join Indivisible Illinois on Saturday to phone bank for candidates running for office this spring..

DOES YOUR GROUP WANT TO LEARN HOW TO ORGANIZE THEIR OWN PHONE BANK PARTIES? Then come on the Zoom at 3:30 pm for a short training.

DOES YOUR GROUP WANT TO LEARN HOW TO ORGANIZE THEIR 9OWN PHONE BANK PARTIES? Then come on the Zoom at 3:30 pm for a short training – training to phone bank for candidates running for office this spring

ALSO NEW OPTION: PHONE BANK INTO CONGRESSWOMAN MARY MILLER’S DISTRICT (R-IL15) TO LET SENIORS IN HER DISTRICT KNOW THAT SHE IS CO-SPONSORING A BILL THAT WOULD REMOVE THE $35 CAP ON THEIR INSULIN.

**If you are a candidate or working on a campaign that wants to fight against right-wing extremists, AND you have a phone bank link, you can bring it with you to the Zoom Phone Bank Party. Also bring other volunteers to phone bank as well. If you would like to have the phone bank permanently added, fill out the form below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCps4rdf1mL6RGennc-WLYjt0Ffr8XKW7cw-4zoeMmB0FLXQ/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6EZFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXMUGtLXmrLWC5mtgF0Q9_u3sYskESRGvYtuYKsHqhZlcUM2KcT3wUtoag_aem_w00occmpFS30TfGqspTNoQ&pli=1

Every Sunday .. 3:45 for traing , 4 pm for zoom phone banking CST

Join Indivisible Illinois on Sunday to phone bank for the Wisconsin Supreme Court,

April 1st Election

Zoom Phone Bank Party to GOTV for Susan Crawford for Wisconsin Supreme Court on Sunday 2/23 from 4-5:30 pm. ***This phone bank will use HubDialer. If you have not phone banked with HubDialer, or need a refresher, please arrive at 3:45 pm for training.

Join us as we reach out to Democrats and progressive independent voters we get them to turn out to vote in the crucial Supreme Court election April 1!

All training provided! We’ll be calling the good people of WI, making sure they’re on our side, spreading the word about the upcoming 4/1 election for the state Supreme Court… and making sure they get out to vote

Join any or all of NWSOFA’s Weekly hosted training and discussions!!

9-10 am ZOOM central. Monday through Friday – join anytime

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

_Every Monday thru Friday 9am to 10am central …. It’s Where we Talk about Stuff!!!! .. the Stuff that happened yesterday, today or anticipated later today .. It’s a Discussion not a Presentation – join us!!_

Every morning M-F- Start Your Day off with great conversations.. and a cup of coffee.. talking about “Stuff” with fellow Progressives… Extremely Casual .. attendees join from across the US and World..

-ZOOM- it’s a “CONVERSATION not a presentation”.

Every Wednesday at 1-2pm Zoom central

“NWSOFA Social Media Training w/FT6”

Beginner BlueSky.. signing up and making posts

Every Wednesday 1 pm & 3 PM

Social Media training .. alternating: Instagram, X, Threads and BlurSky

NWSOFA w/FT6 Wednesday & Thursday 1 PM (Join NWSOFA while LEARNING FROM fT6)

Friday March 7th @Noon 12:00 – 1:00PM Z00M

“Truth Sandwich Shoppe”

discuss, create and post Truth Sandwiches

Please join us for a Sandwich Shoppe, every other at noon to discuss, create and post Truth Sandwiches

We hope to see you there!

Your Truth Brigade Illinois Team

Friday March 28th at Noon, 12:00 – 1:00PM Z00M central.

Honor With Action” Illinois Bi-Weekly Update

For gun violence prevention (GVP) advocates

Please join us for the “Honor With Action” Illinois Bi-Weekly Update

For gun violence prevention (GVP) advocates who recognize that the gun violence epidemic is a reflection of racial and socioeconomic inequities everywhere, especially in the criminal justice system

Every Friday @5pm Central time

Join our “Unhappy-Happy Hour Zoom”

What now .. What are you or your group doing?_

Indivisible has a Strategic Plan ..

Released the 2025 Strategic Guide last Wednesday …. This week ..What We / You are doing or your groups are doing .. along with some Local, National & International Stuff …. ZOOM- it’s a “CONVERSATION between Attendee’s not a presentation”. … ZOOM Friday 5 pm central time

It’s the “ NWSOFA WEEKLY UNHAPPY / HAPPY HOUR” Every Friday Night @ 5 PM central …. It’s Where we Talk about Stuff!!!! .. the Stuff that happened this last week .. join us and the crazy News Cycle!!

Past videos of NWSOFA events

Anytime.. on our website NWSOFA.org

Click below on the blue button to link to past videos of NWSOF’s Events and Meetings ..

1) Just added .. January’s 2 part Fiscal and Economics video

2) Tumps Promises vs Cabinet Power players

3) Truth Brigade ..Nick Knudsen DemCast on Dis-information

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