When: Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 10:00am to 11:30pm
Where: Tim Osmond Sports Complex, 38 Depot St., Antioch
What: The Wall That Heals, a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Mobile Education Center, is coming to Antioch from July 17th through July 20th, 2025, with 24-hour access and is free to all. A program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. Experience this 3/4 size replica, spanning 375 feet. Click here for more information.
When: Thursday, July 17, from 5:00 to 6:30pm
Where: Larry Reiner Park (sidewalk in front), 1101 Green Knolls Rd., Buffalo Grove
What: "Good Trouble Lives On" is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump regime and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people. On July 17, the anniversary of Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis’s passing, we’re taking action across the country to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of "good trouble." This event is co-sponsored by Lake Dems and will be held in Buffalo Grove. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: "Good Trouble Lives On" is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump regime and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people. On July 17, the anniversary of Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis’s passing, we’re taking action across the country to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of "good trouble." This event is co-sponsored by Lake Dems and will be held in Highland Park. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Washington Park, 15 S. Park Ave., Waukegan
What: "Good Trouble Lives On" is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump regime and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people. On July 17, the anniversary of Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis’s passing, we’re taking action across the country to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of "good trouble." This event is co-sponsored by Lake Dems and will be held in Waukegan. Click here for more information.
When: Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. IL 21, Gurnee
What: Warren Township Democrats will hold their July meeting. The speaker will be Executive Director of the LGBTQ+ Center of Lake County, Kristal Larson.
When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge
What: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Commissioner Eira Corral Sepúlveda and Maine Township Supervisor Kim Jones will hold a Water & Wellness Health Fair. Learn how clean water, green infrastructure, and health services support resilient communities. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:30pm
Where: Lake Forest; Address will be emailed at a designated point after registration.
What: Congressman Brad Schneider is hosting a town hall event in Lake Forest to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his actions in Washington. Come out and join the conversation. Click here for more information or to register.
When: Saturday, July 19, 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, talk about what's on your mind, and celebrate National Ice Cream Month at the Lake Dems Open House and Ice Cream Social during ArtWauk. Waukegan's monthly celebration of its growing arts community, Artwauk is when shops and vendors in the downtown lakefront area surrounding the historic Genesee Theatre stay open late, creating a festive atmosphere.
When: Sunday, July 20, 2025. Gather at 10:30am. Step off at 11:00am.
Where: Seth Paine Elementary School, 50 W. Miller Rd., Lake Zurich
What: Walk with Lake Dems, Ela Township Dems, State Rep. Nabeela Syed, and other Democrats. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop.
When: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Main Street Tacos, 327 N. Main St., Wauconda
What: Democrats are invited to order dinner and join the Wauconda Dems in the back room to eat and talk. All Democrats welcome. For more information or to RSVP email WaucondaTownshipDems@gmail.com.
When: Friday July 25, 2025 from 5:00 to 6:00pm
Where: Downtown Chicago, Location to be announced closer to the event date to those who RSVP.
What: Senator Duckworth will host an evening of drinks, small bites, and great conversation. Click here to RSVP or for more information.
When: Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00am
Where: Little Bean Coffee Shop, 395 Lake St., Antioch
What: Coffee and Talk with Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. For more information or to RSVP, email Susan F. Moore at AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Buffalo Wild Wings, 500 E. Rollins Rd., Round Lake Beach
What: Esiah Campos hosts a night filled with good food and camaraderie as he kicks off his re-election campaign for Lake County Board! Watch the Cubs and Sox battle it out while fundraising to keep Democrats in the majority in Lake County! For more information email esiah@votecampos.org.
When: Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago
What: Annual gospel music festival featuring Dr. Frozene Lott Hayes. Additional performances by Rose & Co., Light of the World, Christian Valley Missionary Baptist Church, and Tara Pipes. A free event for all ages. For more information, call 847-968-3477.
When: Monday, July 28, 2025 at 8:30am
Where: Royal Melbourne Country Club, 4700 Royal Melbourne Dr., Long Grove.
What: Sheriff John D. Idleburg's Annual Golf Outing. Registration begins at 8:30am. Shotgun start at 10:00am. Lunch and reception to follow after golfing concludes. For reservations or sponsorship email Golf4Idleburg@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 4:00 to 5:30pm
Where: Baskin Robbins, 1344 Shermer Rd., Northbrook
What: Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with State Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl at a casual family-friendly ice cream social! Treats with Tracy events are a more informal way to share legislative ideas and questions or anything else that's on constituents' minds. Click here for more information or to RSVP. RSVPs are welcome, but not required.
When: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Prairie House Tavern Beer Garden, 2710 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove
What: All are invited to join the Vernon Township Democrats for a meet-and-greet with Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is a candidate for Congress in the 9th Congressional District. Food and soft drinks will be served.
When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 11:30am to 3:00pm
Where: North Chicago Public Library, 2100 Argonne Dr., North Chicago
What: State Sen. Adriane Johnson and State Rep. Rita Mayfield are holding a Back-to-School Health Fair featuring health and wellness resources, school supplies giveaways, and recreational activities as students prepare to return to the classroom. For more information contact Senator Johnson's office at (847) 672-6201.
When: Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 2:00pm
Where: Winnetka, Address Provided upon RSVP
What: A reception in support of Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Monday, August 4, 2025. Check In at 8am, Start Time at 9am
Where: Bonnie Brook Golf Course, 2800 N. Lewis Ave., Waukegan
What: A day of golf with Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham. Click here for more information.
When: Monday, August 4, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Where: Online via Zoom. Link will be sent on the day of the event.
What: A practical training hosted by Lake Dems for volunteers, candidates, prospective candidates, and their staffs about the petition process (to get and stay on the ballot) in Illinois. Presentation by prominent election attorney Ed Mullen. With so much at stake in 2026, and petitions able to be circulated beginning on Tuesday, August 5, learning about this part of the campaign process is important and timely. 1.0 hour Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit available for attorneys. Admission is free. Open to Democrats. Click here to sign up or for more information.
When: Thursday, August 7, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
What: Democrats are welcome to the Libertyville Township Democrats next meeting. For more information or to RSVP, email Louise Donahue at loudonahue@outlook.com.
When: Sunday August 10, 2025 from 11:30am to 1:00pm (time tentative)
Where: Highland Park
What: Brunch with Democrats.
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: 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: Friday, November 7, 2025 at 5:00pm
Where: Chicago; Location to be determined
What: Citizen Action Illinois will hold its 50th Anniversary Gala celebrating its history and looking forward to a future of continued progress. Click here for more information or to RSVP.