When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Glenview location provided upon RSVP
What: A fundraiser in support of State Senator Laura Fine, a candidate for U.S. Congress, Illinois' 9th District. RSVP to Teagan Flanagan at tflanagan@newchicagollc.com or 312-448-8014
When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Pizzeria Deville, 404 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: The ACLU will discuss the direct, pragmatic steps that each of us can take to protect basic civil rights and civil liberties in our own communities, and will include an update on challenges to Trump policies led by the ACLU. Visit www.aclu-il.org/en/events/aclu-community-event-libertyvilleto RSVP or for more information. Note: The event is currently sold out, but please email events@aclu-il.org if you are interested in joining the waitlist.
When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Truth Italian Restaurant, 56 E. Pershing Rd., Chicago
What: The Ida B. Wells Legacy Committee will host their annual summer mixer, Legacy & Libations. Former U.S. Congresswoman Cori Bush will discuss our nation's current state of politics, the role of Black women, and where we go from here. Visit secure.actblue.com/donate/2025-legacyandlibations for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025. Drive-through ballot signing from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Potluck picnic from 12:00 to 2:00pm.
Where: Maplewood Park, 900 Clay Ct., Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Democrats will hold a signature-gathering event to help Democratic candidates get on the ballot. Drive-through ballot signing will occur from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Only 10 minutes are needed to provide signatures. Residents may also attend the West Deerfield Township Democrats potluck picnic from 12:00 to 2:00pm. Attendees are asked to please bring a dish to share. For more information, email info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Grayslake Headquarters, 100 S. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake (please note address is 100 S. Atkinson Rd.; across the street from our old office)
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Avon Township Democrats. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago
What: A high-energy festival filled with live music and food from local vendors. Performances run all day, featuring headliner Lloyd Stephens Band and additional performances by Davarrius Wilson and Co., the Lake County Line Dancers, Tranelle Duffie, Kisha Johnson, Davida Sanders, and more.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan (right near the Genesee Theatre)
What: Meet like-minded people and talk about what's on your mind at the Lake Dems Open House during ArtWauk. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions. Waukegan's monthly celebration of its growing arts community, Artwauk, is an event where shops and vendors in the downtown lakefront area surrounding the historic Genesee Theatre stay open late, creating a festive atmosphere.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP
What: Team Maria is collecting petition signatures across the 52nd District. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to campaigns, you'll be set up with everything you need. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 11:30 am to 1:30pm
Where: The Art Center Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
What: Come help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or taking a candidate petition (or more) to circulate. If you’re unable to attend this event, but would like to sign or circulate petitions, email info@lakedems.org.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
Where: Moretti's, 365 W. Dundee Rd., Wheeling
What: Congressman Brad Schneider, State Senator Julie Morrison, and State Senator Adriane Johnson will host a pizza and petition-signing event. For more information or to RSVP, email logan@ilsenatedems.org.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:30pm
Where: Vernon Hills (Address provided upon RSVP)
What: A backyard BBQ fundraiser in support of Lake County Board Member Sara Knizhnik. Petitions for all candidates up for election will be collected at this event. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Private Mundelein home address provided on RSVP
What: Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions. For more info or to RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com.
When: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Online Via Zoom (Link Provided Upon RSVP)
What: Monthly meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. For more information or to RSVP, email Waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.
When: This event has been rescheduled from Sunday, August 24, to Friday, August 22, 2025 at 4:00pm
Where: 10th Congressional District location TBD
What: Coffee and conversation with U.S. Representative Brad Schneider. To RSVP email vivica@schneiderforcongress.com.
When: Friday, August 22, 2025 from 6:30 to 10:30pm
Where: The Hideaway Brew Garden, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway Village Green, Hoffman Estates
What: Barrington Area Democrats fundraiser. Meet local candidates, sign petitions, and hear from guest speakers, including Maria Peterson, candidate for Illinois House District 52. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00am
Where: Little Bean Coffee Shop, 395 Lake St., Antioch
What: Antioch and Grant Township Democrats meet for conversation and networking at Little Bean Coffee in Antioch. For more information or to RSVP email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles, 26238 Barrington Rd., Wauconda
What: Wauconda Township Democrats (WTD) will host a drive-thru petition-signing event. WTD will have available all petitions that anyone in Wauconda, Fremont, Cuba, and Ela Townships might be able to sign.
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP
What: Young Dems of Lake County will hold their monthly meeting. The speaker will be State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart on how the courts are handling legal challenges to Trump’s executive orders, managing political pressure, and whether they can truly serve as a guardrail. Email youngdemslakeil@gmail.com for meeting location.
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 1:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Bertrand Bowling Lanes, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan
What: Black Lives Matter Lake County hosts a Black Business Expo and Celebration. For more information, call 224-806-7748 or 847-344-2450.
When: Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Crawford Warming House, 817 West Lake St., Libertyville
What: Libertyville Township Democrats and Lake Dems co-sponsor the Donuts for Democracy petition event. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: First Draft Grayslake, 250 Center St., Grayslake
What: A fundraiser supporting the reelection of several of Lake County's countywide incumbents - Anthony Vega for Clerk, John Idleburg for Sheriff, and Michael Karner for Regional Superintendent of Schools. Visit secure.actblue.com/donate/lcincumbents for more information or to RSVP.
When: Monday, August 25, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Max and Benny’s, 461 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook
What: A reception to support Tracy Katz Muhl’s campaign for re-election as State Representative and her run for Democratic State Central Committeewoman in IL-10. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 8:00 to 9:30am
Where: 3Legged Coffee Brewery, 2120 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst
What: Get to know the Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) community over a delicious cup of coffee while supporting a local business. For more information or to RSVP email randyharnicker@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan
What: A fundraising event in support of State Senator Adriane Johnson. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 7:15am to 12:00pm
Where: Hubbard Woods Park, 939 Old Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
What: Third Annual Rock the Ride North Shore bike ride and walk for gun violence prevention. After the walk or ride there will be Voices of Change speakers, Bagels and Bubbles in the Park, and a community gun violence prevention fair. Click here for more information or to register.
When: Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:30pm
Where: TBA
What: Carissa Casbon will kick off her re-election campaign for the Lake County Board. Special guest internationally-renowned singer Stacey Tappan, collaborative pianist Jennifer McCabe and Carissa will serenade you with some of the most gorgeous music in history! Location TBA. For more information email votecarissa@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Teddy O’Brian’s, 432 Sheridan Rd., Highwood
What: End of summer concert supporting State Rep. Bob Morgan features live music by Todd Kessler (former contestant on The Voice and Deerfield resident), and Emma Smoler. Visit secure.actblue.com/donate/25.09.09endofsummerconcert to RSVP or for more information.
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00pm
Where: College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake
What: A community resource and volunteer recruitment fair. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with organizations in their community, learn about organizations' missions and services, and volunteer for special events and ongoing support. Sponsored by State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, and Lake County Board Member John Wasik.
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: O'Toole's Libertyville, 412 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: A fundraiser in support of State Senator Adriane Johnson and State Representatives Laura Faver Dias and Daniel Didech. Tickets are $100 or $150 for a family. Dinner will be served. Contributions can be made to the following:
Friends of Adriane Johnson, 2033 N. Milwaukee Ave. #214, Riverwoods, Il. 60015
People for Laura Faver Dias, 781 West Trail North, Grayslake, Il. 60030
Daniel Didech Campaign Committee, PO Box 4959, Buffalo Grove, Il. 60089
Or visit secure.actblue.com/donate/didech to donate to Daniel Didech.