WEDNESDAY: Ness, COWL to Hold Annual Taste of the Capers Event

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, co-chair of the Conference of Women Legislators (COWL), is highlighting COWL’s annual Taste of the Capers event this Wednesday, May 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the State House Inn located at 101 E. Adams St. in Springfield, Illinois. 

“Being a part of COWL is extremely rewarding as I get to connect with women across the state, whether elected officials, advocates or other powerful leaders that have the same mission as I do—helping our next generation of women obtain their dream education,” said Ness. “Many women face heightened responsibilities starting right out of high school that can affect their ability to go off to college or trade school—caregiving reasons, especially. That’s why COWL’s mission is to uplift these women starting in their mid-twenties so they can return to school and seek the education they deserve.” 

COWL’s Taste of the Capers brings together legislators and advocates to celebrate women in leadership and advocate for women’s continued education. All donations during the event will go towards COWL’s scholarship program, which helps Illinois women starting in their mid-twenties attend an accredited school in Illinois as an undergraduate student, alleviating financial burdens and other obstacles that have otherwise prevented them from continuing their education. 

Food and refreshments will be available throughout the evening. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m., with COWL’s featured program beginning promptly at 6:30 p.m. Legislative talent, including live music acts, will be featured.

“This is one of COWL’s most anticipated events, and I’m super excited to see this year’s turnout. The proceeds go to an amazing cause of supporting Illinois women who want to make a difference in the world, but just need an extra lift. That goal is what will continue to drive COWL and the dedicated women that contribute to and support our conference,” said Ness. “I hope to see many at the State House Inn on Wednesday!”