Sept 17: Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration
Join us at Furama Restaurant — Asia on Argyle location (4936 N Broadway) on Tuesday, Sept 17 from 6-8pm. RSVP here.
Aug 25: 48th Ward Dems Kickoff!
Join us at Berger Park (6205 N Sheridan Rd) on Sunday, Aug 25 from 2-4pm! RSVP here.
June 6: Pride Month Celebration!
Join us at Roscoe's Tavern (3356 N Halsted) on Thursday, June 6 from 6-8pm! RSVP here.
May 14: Cook County + City of Chicago Celebrate Asian American Heritage Month
All are invited to this event on Tues, May 14 at 3pm in the County Building lobby.
Happy AANHPI Month!
Celebrating AANHPI Month at a celebration hosted by Mayor Johnson.
Make a Plan to Vote: Only 2 More Days!
Vote today through Tuesday, March 19 at the Edgewater Library for Clayton Harris III, Bring Chicago Home, and other endorsed candidates!
Come Meet Clayton Harris III This Saturday. March 16
Come out this Saturday, March 16 to meet with Leni and Clayton in the 48th ward!
11:30am: First Sip Cafe
12:30pm: The Understudy
Check Injustice Watch for Info on Judges
Overwhelmed by all of the judges on the ballot? Check Injustice Watch before you head out to the polls.
Early Voting Has Begun!
Early voting has begun at Edgewater Library! Let’s Bring Chicago Home!
One Year Ago Today….
One year ago TODAY was Election Day here in the 48th ward. This past year has been an incredible journey thanks to every single person who has been a part of it. (That's YOU! 🩵)
Come Celebrate Chinese New Year on Feb 27!
Please join me, Commissioner Josina Morita, and Alderwoman Nicole Lee to celebrate Chinese New Year on Tuesday, Feb 27 at New Furama Restaurant in Chinatown.
Now Hiring! Campaign Fundraiser
Alderwoman Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth is hiring a professional fundraiser or fundraising firm.
Sept 30: Ballot Petition Kickoff for the 48th Ward
Join Leni and State Rep. Hoan Huynh for a petition party on Sat, Sept 30 at First Sip Cafe (1057 W Argyle) at 10am and 1pm.
Press Release: Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth Announces Campaign for 48th Ward Democratic Committeewoman.
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth, alderwoman of Chicago’s 48th ward; which includes Andersonville, Edgewater, and Uptown; has announced her intent to run for 48th ward Democratic committeewoman in the upcoming March 19, 2024 election.
Sept 28: Studio 54 Birthday Party for Leni!
Leni is turning 54 and we’re having a Studio 54 party to celebrate! Join us on Thursday, Sept 28, 2023 from 6-8pm at 1039 W Bryn Mawr (formerly Francesca’s). Let’s boogie!
May 2023 Media Roundup
Lots of news this month about the 48th ward’s newest alderwoman, Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth — check it out!
Keep Up With 48th Ward News!
To keep up with news of Alderwoman Manaa-Hoppenworth’s 48th ward office, sign up for the 48th ward newsletter here.
Check out the new site at the48thward.org and find the ward office on socials @the48thward.
May 15: Inauguration Night Fundraiser
Let’s get together on Inauguration night (May 15) to celebrate and ensure that Leni has the funds to start up her aldermanic office on the right foot! Join us at Simply Pasteur at 5pm.
April 25: Volunteer Appreciation Night
Join us for a fun dance party to celebrate Alderwoman-elect Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth at Atmosphere Bar (5355 N Clark St) and toast all of the hard work that our volunteers put in to make this historic victory happen.
Press Release: Alderwoman-elect Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth for the 48th Ward Accepts Concession from Challenger Joe Dunne
Alderwoman-elect Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth for the 48th ward accepts concession from challenger Joe Dunne.
”In this historic moment, I know one thing for sure: I am ready to get to work to represent all of you!”