05/11/2020
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Every state and territory has a society located in the greater Washington, DC area. Founded in 1854, ISS is the oldest of these many societies. ISS is a non-partisan membership organization that promotes the history, culture, science, technology, commerce, and social traditions of Illinois. It also introduces its members to the best of the DC area and Illinois through various educational forums and social events. ISS is a member of the National Conference of State Societies and is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization
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This is a club for people from Illinois who now live in the national capital region of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Almost 400 members include congressional staff, Members of Congress, military, students, alumni of Illinois schools, private sector, journalists, and lobbyists with Illinois roots. We go to Cubs and White Sox games in DC and Baltimore, Blackhawks and Bulls games in DC, and watch Da Bears on TV from sports bars. We also have great parties, entertainment, and historical events. We are FUN.
05/11/2020
Last Saturday, Mary Pratt, who pitched for the Rockford Peaches, passed away at 101 years old. Mary was the last known original Peaches player that played on the 1943 team.
Our hearts go out to the family of Mary Pratt, an original player of the Rockford Peaches. Mary passed away recently on Wednesday, May 6 at the age 101. She was a pitcher on the team beginning in 1943-1947.
For a personal account of her years as a player visit the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League website at
https://www.aagpbl.org/profiles/mary-pratt-prattie/111
The Rockford Register Star full obituary for Mary is available online at:
https://www.rrstar.com/sports/20200509/former-rockford-peaches-pitcher-mary-pratt-dies-at-101
We are deeply saddened by the news of Mary's passing and join others in the Rockford community in sending condolences to her family.
05/05/2020
Got Sleep? Strategies for Restful Nights and Energized Days | Advancement | University of Illinois at Chicago
Having trouble sleeping? The University of Illinois at Chicago is hosting a webinar on May 6, 2020, to offer strategies to help you fall and stay asleep during this stressful time. Register using the link below https://advance.uic.edu/events/got-sleep-strategies-for-restful-nights-and-energized-days/
May 6 2020 Got Sleep? Strategies for Restful Nights and Energized Days Alumni Exchange May 6, 2020 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Worry and anxiety may be keeping us awake during this stressful time. College of Nursing Dean Terri Weaver offers sleep hygiene strategies to help you fall and stay asleep and get th...
04/25/2020
Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund
In addition to statewide assistance, the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund is seeking donations to provide support to nonprofit organizations serving residents of Chicago and the surrounding areas. If you would like to donate or learn more about the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund, click the link below https://www.chicagocovid19responsefund.org/
You can help our neighbors affected by the coronarvirus crisis. Join me in donating to the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund!
04/25/2020
Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund
The Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund (ICRF) is looking for donations to provide support to nonprofit organizations across the state serving individuals, families and communities hit hardest by the COVID-19. If you would like to donate or learn more about ICRF click the link below. https://www.ilcovidresponsefund.org/
You can help our neighbors affected by the coronarvirus crisis. Join me in donating to the Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund!
04/20/2020
Lincoln Rememberance at the US Capitol Program 3 4 15
Lincoln's Second Inaugural 150th Anniversary Celebration sponsored by the Illinois State Society
The Illinois State Society of Washington, DC and the Abraham Lincoln Foundation jointly sponsored this event on March 4, 2015
03/09/2020
This week’s featured Illinois architecture in DC is the Patterson House, which was the early 20th century home of Robert W. and Eleanor Medill Patterson. Robert was the editor of the Chicago Tribune newspaper and the 30-room house was used by him and his family to entertain guests when they were in the city. It went on to serve as the summer home of President Calvin Coolidge and his wife when the White House was undergoing renovations. The building belonged to the American Red Cross, the Washington Club and is now being converted to luxury apartments.
03/09/2020
This Wednesday, join Northern Illinois University faculty, alumni and friends to celebrate NIU's 125th Anniversary Celebration!
Hello Illinoisans in DC!
You are cordially invited to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Northern Illinois University (NIU) at a networking reception that features NIU President Lisa C. Freeman, NIU congressional alumni and esteemed speakers, including Rep. Don Bacon, ’84, Rep. Robin Kelly, Ph.D. ’04, Rep. Adam Kinzinger and Rep. Lauren Underwood.
We hope you can join Washington, D.C., alumni and friends of NIU while celebrating the NIU story.
Wednesday, March 11
Longworth House Office Building – Cafeteria
15 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, D.C.
5-7:30 p.m.
To RSVP, contact Dana King, ’05, at 815-753-5421 or [email protected].
03/06/2020
DC ILLINI UNOFFICIAL 2020
Join our DC Illini friends and other alums as we relive our campus glory days on March 7, 2020. This year we've decided to spend the day at our favorite Chicago themed bar in the DC area, Ivy and Coney (21+ and cash only). A dollar from every Goose Island purchased goes towards the DC Illini scholarship fund!
Wristbands for this event are $10 and can be purchased until midnight on March 6, 2020 through the following link, or at the door. https://dc.illiniclub.org/store.html?show_item=1261
NOTE: A wristband is required to participate in this event.
A wristband entitles you to reduced beer prices (while supplies last). If you're unable to purchase a wristband prior to the event, please bring cash to the event to purchase.
A majority of the proceeds go towards supporting the D.C. Illini Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to area high school students to attend our good ol' alma mater. If you have questions, please email [email protected].
What: DC Illini Unofficial 2020
Hosts: DC Illini and Illinois State Society Young Professionals
Where: Ivy and Coney, 1537 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Closest Metro: Shaw-Howard University (Green and Yellow Lines) - take the R Street exit
When: March 7, 2020 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
02/28/2020
Today’s feature is the McCormick House, which was the early 20th century home of Robert and Katherine McCormick. Originally from Virginia, Robert’s family ran the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company that eventually became International Harvester. He also served as the U.S. Minister to Austria-Hungary and Ambassador to Imperial Russia. The building is now the Brazilian Embassy! 🇧🇷
02/26/2020
Illinois has played a part in shaping the nation’s history since it was granted statehood in 1818 - but did you know it has contributed to the architectural history of Washington, D.C. as well? Stay tuned over the next few weeks to learn more about Illinois landmarks around the nation’s capital!
02/21/2020
Illinois State University
Happy founding week Illinois State University! 🔴⚪ This year, Illinois State celebrated the 163rd anniversary since its founding on February 18, 1857.
Need to brush up on your Illinois State history? Check out this video narrated by Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives, Illinois State University's April Anderson-Zorn and tell us what you learned!
02/20/2020
Join the Illinois State Society to see Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews and the Chicago Blackhawks take on Alexander Ovechkin and Braden Holby and the Washington Capitals.
The game starts and at 7:05 pm on Saturday evening, March 14th at the Capital One Arena. Tickets are $70 each and are located in the 400 seats (upper bowl). The ticket includes a free Capitals T-shirt worth $15-20. Please send a $70 check payable for each ticket to the Illinois State Society to: Illinois State Society, P.O. Box 320776, Alexandria, VA 22320
Also, please notify Howard Marks you have sent in a check: [email protected]. Once we receive your check, you will receive instructions on where to pick up your order the night of the game.
This is a very hot ticket so act quickly as we have a very limited supply of seats.
02/12/2020
Today marks the 211th birthday of the 16th president of the United States and, well known Illinoisian, #AbrahamLincoln. Fun fact: while we have both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln to thank for recognizing Thanksgiving as a national day of importance, it was President Lincoln who issued the proclamation in 1863 that set the precedent for America's national day of Thanksgiving.
01/28/2020
Thank you to everyone who applied to represent Illinois in the 2020 Cherry Blossom Princess Program with National Conference of State Societies. 🌸 Our application period is now closed. Applicants will be contacted between January 30-31, 2020.
01/24/2020
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01/17/2020
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01/10/2020
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01/03/2020
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12/26/2019
Application Now Open! Apply Now to Represent Illinois as the 🌸 2020 Cherry Blossom Princess ➡️ https://forms.gle/M4PK1oEVNCJmmqtn8
12/24/2019
❄️ Happy Holidays from the Illinois State Society!
12/24/2019
2019 Holiday Reception & Annual Meeting
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12/13/2019
Tonight! Holiday Reception & Annual Meeting!
[Free for Members] [Join & Go with 2020 Membership: $15 Young Professionals, $30 Individuals] ➡️https://bit.ly/2sayWpJ
12/12/2019
2019 Taste of Illinois
12/12/2019
2019 Speaker Joe Cannon Event
The ILSS gathered with the Illinois Delegation and Capitol Historian to learn more about the famed Illinois Speaker, Joe Cannon.
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12/10/2019
Join Us Friday for our Holiday Reception & Annual Meeting!
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11/28/2019
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Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving. We all have so much to be thankful for in 2019.
#ILStateSociety #Thanksgiving
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11/14/2019
Here's the details for next weeks event on Capitol Hill honoring on of America's most interesting historical figures; House Speaker Joe Cannon of Illinois. We hope to see you and urge you to mark your calendars to attend this hour long program.
#ILStateSociety #SpeakerJoeCannon
11/12/2019
Exciting news as a special event celebrating Illinois' own Speaker Joe Cannon of Danville, Illinois, will be held in the Cannon Building on Capitol Hill at 530pm on November 20th! More details coming as we acknowledge the House Speaker who was instrumental in the construction of Washington's iconic Lincoln Memorial as well as Union Station.
He's also responsible for the creation of the House Rules Committee but there is more to the story so you need to come and learn more.
Watch for more details in the next few days. We hope to see you on the 20th!
#ILStateSociety #JoeCannon
11/11/2019
With special gratitude from the IL State Society to the men and women in uniform who have put their lives on the line for our freedoms and our Nation; both yesterday and today. Thank you!
#VeteransDay #ILStateSociety
11/07/2019
‘I was part of history and I was making history’: Illinois marks centennial of ratifying 19th Amendment, giving women right to vote
Make plans to join the IL State Society for a celebration of Illinois' role in achieving Women's Suffrage on December 4th at the National Archives. We can all be proud of Illinois' role and note Illinois was the first State to vote in favor of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote as we celebrate the Centennial of this landmark achievement for America.
#ILStateSociety #WomensSuffrageCentennial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-met-illinois-ratifies-19th-amendment-anniversary-20190606-story.html
June 10 marks the 100th anniversary of Illinois becoming the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, giving women the right to vote.
11/04/2019
The 2019 Taste of Illinois was a great success with well over 300 attendees along with Members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation. Everyone enjoyed iconic Illinois foods as well as Illinois craft beers and wines.
The four Illinois Presidents were also a big hit and many took photos with Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Reagan and Obama.
Rest assured that the IL State Society will host another Taste of Ilinios in 2020!
#ILStateSociety #TasteofIllinois
10/21/2019
Taste of Illinois
Tomorrow is the big day! Don't miss out - get your tickets today!
JOIN US FOR OUR SIGNATURE EVENT
10/15/2019
We're just one week away from this year's 2nd Annual Taste of Illinois in Washington DC! Get your tickets today, before it's too late!
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2019 Speaker Joe Cannon Event
The ILSS gathered with the Illinois Delegation and Capitol Historian to learn more about the famed Illinois Speaker, Joe Cannon.
2019 ILSS Congressional Delegation Reception Recap
The ILSS is proud to recognize the hard work and bright futures of the Illinois Congressional Interns through our annual scholarship and delegation reception. Fun Fact: Illinois has the 5th largest delegation in Congress, represented by 2 Senators and 18 Representatives.
Thanks to the leadership of Rep. Darin LaHood and Raja Krishnamoorthi - Congressman, IL-8 the Lincoln Room was officially unveiled in the United States Capitol. The Illinois State Society was proud to have supported this initiative. ILSS President Jerry Weller joined the representatives last night to officially name this room for the 16th President of the United States! Check out the video below for footage from the event.
IL State Society enjoys the Blues Brothers
It was great fun for many IL State Society members to join friends watching Joliet Jake and Elwood Blues along with the Blues Brothers Review for a couple hours of great entertainment. We note that the iconic Blues Brothers move was set in Illnois, filmed in Illinois and released in 1980. Those of us from Illlinois' Will County area also are familiar with the City of Joliet and the Town of Elwood. #ILStateSociety #BluesBrothers
2018 Annual Meeting of the Illinois State Society of Washington, DC
On December 8, 2018, the IL State Society conducted its Annual Meeting for the purposes of electing officers and board members as well as honoring Members with special recognitions
Bicentennial Taste of Illinois - Sponsored by the IL State Society of Washington, DC
A big crowd of Illinoisan's joined together to commemorate the Illnois Bicentennial at the District Winery in the Navy Yard Riverfront on December 4, 2018 with a Taste of Illinois featuring Illinois foods, music and comraderie
Bicentennial Taste of Illinois - Sponsored by the IL State Society of Washington, DC
A big crowd of Illinoisan's joined together to commemorate the Illnois Bicentennial at the District Winery in the Navy Yard Riverfront on December 4, 2018 with a Taste of Illinois featuring Illinois foods, music and comraderie
Running ABE joins Bicentennial Taste of Illinois 2018
All four Illinois Presidents joined 350 Illinoisans in celebration of the Illinois Bicentennial at the Bicentennial Taste of Illinois. The Running Abe from the Washington Nationals seem to be enjoying himself #ILStateSociety #TasteofIllinois
The Illinois State Society honored General President Eric Dean of the Union Ironworkers with a special 2018 Special Recognition Award in honor of the rich history and heritage of the labor movement in Illinois.
2018 Illinois Bicentennial Congressional Delegation Reception
Over 250 Illinoisans and a majority of the IL Congressional Delegation joined together to celebrate the 2018 IL Bicentennial on Capitol Hill for the annual reception hosted by the IL State Society of Washington, DC
IL State Society Member Greg Tosi discuss Sen Dirksen's use of the Marigold as part of his effort to difuse tensious during the Civil Rights debates of the 60's
Senator Everett Dirksen liked to give speeches on the Marigold as a way to diffuse tension during the debates on Civil Rights legegiation. Sen Dirksen was instumtental on passage and enactment of the 1964 & 1968 Civil Rights Act. Greg Tosi, former aide to US Senator Mark Kirk of Illinois shared a story. #ILStateSociety #ILStateBicentennial #SenMarkKirk #SenEverettDirksen
Mr. Marigold; Senator Everett Dirksen recognized by IL State Society & Architect of the Capitol
Sharing some video from the IL State Society ceremony at the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill commemorating the planting of Marigolds by the Architect of the Capitol in recognition of Senator Dirksen's advocacy to make the Marigold the National Flower. IL State Society President Jerry Weller is joined by Board Member Gary Timmons and Society Member Greg Tosi as part of the program during the IL Bicentennial Year of Statehood. #ILStateSociety #ILBicentennial #MrMarigold #SenEverettDirksen
Entire Program for IL State Society Birthday Party for President U.S. Grant
Watch the Birthday Party Program for President Ulysses S Grant of Galena, Illinois, at an event hosted by the Illinois State Society of Washington, DC where he was joined by several Members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation on May 26, 2018
IL State Society Hosts President Grant for his 196th Birthday Celebration
The Great Migration with U.S. Rep. Danny Davis (2/27/18)
If you missed our Black History event with Congressman Danny K. Davis, you can view Danny Davis' presentation and other remarks here.
National Archives Event cosponsored by IL State Society
The IL State Society played a key role in helping host this historical event at the National Archives in conjunction with the IL Bicentennial and the Bicentennial of Frederick Douglass' Birth. President Jerry Weller gave opening remarks welcoming the crowd and introduced the large audience to the Illinois State Society of Washington, DC
Wreath-laying on Ronald Reagan's Birthday 2018
Illinois State Society Leaders laying a wreath at the Ronald Reagan Statue at Ronald Reagan National Airport on Reagan's birthday, Feb 6th 2018
All-Illinois Homecoming Tailgate (10/24/17, Part 2)
Raja Krishnamoorthi - Congressman, IL-8 addresses the All-Illinois Homecoming Tailgate sponsored by Loyola University Chicago, Northwestern University, Northern Illinois University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois, and Cornerstone Government Affairs.
All-Illinois Homecoming Tailgate (10/24/17, Part 1)
Illinois State Society President Jerry Weller, U.S. Rep. Mike Bost, and U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood address the All-Illinois Homecoming Tailgate sponsored by Loyola University Chicago, Northwestern University, Northern Illinois University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois, and Cornerstone Government Affairs.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Rodney Davis (7/26/17)
Rep. Rodney Davis states that one of his best experiences in Congress was to help lead the Illinois State Society as the 2016-2017 Co-Chair and work with everyone to better the State of Illinois.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Bobby Rush (7/26/17)
Congressman Bobby L. Rush introduces his winners of the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions and talks about the significant responsibilities he assigns his interns.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Raja Krishnamoorthi (7/26/17)
Illinois State Society Congressional Co-Chair Raja Krishnamoorthi - Congressman, IL-8 introduces his winners of the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Darin LaHood
New Illinois State Society Congressional Chair Rep. Darin LaHood talks about the benefits of an Illinois State Society membership at the Illinois Congressional Reception.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Cheri Bustos (7/26/17)
U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos introduces her winners of the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Robin Kelly (7/26/17)
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, former Illinois State Society Congressional Chair, praises her interns as she awards the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Randy Hultgren (7/26/17)
Congressman Randy Hultgren introduces his winners of the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Mike Bost (7/26/17)
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost praises his intern as he awards her the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Danny Davis (7/26/17)
Congressman Danny K. Davis talks about the important responsibilities he assigns for his interns as he introduces his winners of the Illinois State Society Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
Illinois Congressional Reception - Adam Kinzinger (7/26/17)
U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger introduces his winner of the Illinois State Society's Intern Scholarship presented by Guidepost Solutions.
2017 Illinois Congressional Reception - Peter Roskam
U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam talks about the significance of interns at the 2017 Illinois Congressional Reception and Intern Scholarship Award Ceremony presented by Guidepost Solutions.
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We hope to see many of you at the 125th anniversary celebration for Northern Illinois University on March 11th! We are honored to have Rep. Don Bacon (NIU alumnus), Rep. Robin Kelly (NIU alumna), Rep. Adam Kinzinger, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Rep. Lauren Underwood scheduled to attend. See the invitation below for more details.
Hello Illinoisans in DC!
You are cordially invited to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Northern Illinois University (NIU) at a networking reception that features NIU President Lisa C. Freeman, NIU congressional alumni and esteemed speakers, including Rep. Don Bacon, ’84, Rep. Robin Kelly, Ph.D. ’04, Rep. Adam Kinzinger and Rep. Lauren Underwood.
We hope you can join Washington, D.C., alumni and friends of NIU while celebrating the NIU story.
Wednesday, March 11
Longworth House Office Building – Cafeteria
15 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, D.C.
5-7:30 p.m.
To RSVP, contact Dana King, ’05, at 815-753-5421 or [email protected].
Hey Illinois State Society. Thanks for hosting our meeting at the Post. Please consider coming to our fundraiser for the Coast Guard this evening.
If you haven't bought your tickets to the Illinois State Society Bicentennial Taste of Illinois, buy them before they're sold out!! We're planning a wonderful evening. See the invite and buy them today!
The Illinois 200th Anniversary Celebration is DC is only 3 weeks away! Radio King Orchestra Dance band, Tastes of Illinois foods along with Illinois Members of Congress. The Illinois State Society is known for organizing one for the best Inaugural Parties every 4 years and this will also be a very fun and entertaining event.
All players must sign-up by Friday. I can supply a partner for anyone who needs one. Use the link on the FB event page to sign up
There is a Chicago Cubs fans Meet-up tonight at 8pm at the Crystal City Sports Pub for the one-off Wild Card Payoff game of the Rockies at The Cubbies. They will be serving some free appetizers.
The Association of the United States Navy (AUSN) cordially invites all Illinois State Society Members to a very special reception honoring one of your very own, Senator Tammy Duckworth, who will be receiving our annual Legislative Excellence Award.
To register, please visit; www.ausn.org/rsvp
The event will begin at 6:00 p.m., this Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the Capitol Visitors Center at the U.S. Capitol Building. There is no charge to attend and we are honored to have the members of your society join in this very special salute to Senator Duckworth.
To register for the reception, please visit www.ausn.org/rsvp . Thank you very much and we hope to see you this Thursday!
Great to see the investment of the Illinois State Society guiding young new leaders for years to come!
President Gerald Ford attends Illiniois State Society party Sept. 24, 1974 to honor retiring Illinois Members of Congress from left Leslie C. Arends, House Minority Whip; Harold R. Collier, and Kenny Gray.
Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Women's Congressional Staff Association's Summer Conference on July 22nd! Space is limited, so don't wait to register at womenscsa.com/WomenLead #WCSACON2017 #BossUp