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  • Postcard Writing to Swing States with Tenth Dems

    When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00pm

    Where: Highland Park Democratic HQ, 474 Central Ave., Lower Level, Highland Park

    What: Write postcards to swing states, including our neighbor to the north, Wisconsin, with Tenth Dems. Postcards, addresses, and the messages to write provided. Come for part of or the entire time. You also can pick up postcards to write at home. Can't write postcards? Drop off postcard stamps or donate at tenthdems.org/stamps. Open to Democrats.

  • A Toast to Local Leadership

    When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Bliss Wine Lounge, 201 S. Main St., Wauconda

    What: Please join us at Bliss Wine Lounge in Wauconda to meet candidates Nabeela Syed for State Senate District 26, Maria Peterson for State Representative District 52, and Mary Mesa for Lake County Board District 17. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • Weekly Postcard Party for State Senator Julie Morrison

    When: Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 1:30 to 3:30pm

    Where: Campaign office, 400 E. Lake Cook Rd., Suite 202, Deerfield

    What: Weekly postcard party for State Senator Julie Morrison. Write neighbors about the importance of voting for State Senator Julie Morrison this election. Every Thursday until Election Day. For more information, email: info@juliemorrisonforsenate.com.

  • Warren Township Democrats September Meeting

    When: Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Tacos El Norte Gurnee, 401 N Riverside Drive, Ste 27, Gurnee

    What: Monthly meeting of the Warren Township Democrats. Socialize from 6:00 to 6:30pm. Food available for purchase. Meeting will begin at 6:30pm. For more information or to RSVP: warrentownshipdems@gmail.com.

  • Benton Township Democrats Meeting

    When: Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:30pm

    Where: Home of Gina Roberts, 10481 W. Illinois Ave., Beach Park

    What: The Benton Township Democrats will meet to discuss election updates, mingle with local candidates, and discuss issues affecting the community. Everyone is welcome--longtime volunteers or those getting involved for the first time. RSVP to Gina at 847-767-5790.

  • Roadway Cleanup with Grant Township Democrats

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00am

    Where: Grant Woods, Long Lake trailhead parking lot on Rollins Rd., between Wilson Rd. and Fairfield Rd., Ingleside

    What: Help clean Rollins Rd. with the Grant Township Democrats. Volunteers are encouraged to wear long pants and sleeves, sturdy shoes, and work gloves. Safety vests will be provided. For more information or to RSVP: ranhandle@aol.com.

  • Day of Action for Maria Peterson

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

    Where: Maria Peterson Campaign Office, 50 Ela St., Barrington

    What: The Democratic Party of Illinois is coordinating a day of action for Maria Peterson, Democratic candidate for State Representative District 52. Knock doors of voters in the community. All you need is a comfortable pair of shoes and a fully charged phone. We’ll be out there rain or shine (democracy can’t wait!), so please dress for the weather. We’ll give you all of the training you need to succeed. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1026267/.

  • Knock Doors in Wisconsin with Tenth Dems

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

    Where: Milwaukee, WI - drive yourself or carpool locations

    What: Join the Tenth Dems group and knock doors and connect with voters who could make a huge difference in this fall's election in Wisconsin. RSVP: mobilize.us/operationswingstate/event/1023710/. Some of us will be driving directly to the Milwaukee area and others will be meeting to carpool at a few other spots in our area, including the Highland Park Target parking lot (2099 Skokie Valley Rd., Highland Park). Email info@tenthdems.org, and write "Wisconsin" in the email subject line if interested in carpooling.

  • Nuestro Lake County

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

    Where: Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Rd., Mundelein

    What: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Lake County Clerk - Office of Anthony Vega, Mano a Mano Family Resource Center, and Office of Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart. Free event. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/28975949818674318/.

  • September Day of Action for Nabeela Syed with State Senate President Don Harmon

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

    Where: Nabeela Syed Campaign Office, 1266 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine

    What: Canvass Day of Action for Nabeela Syed, Democratic candidate for State Senate District 26. State Senate President Don Harmon and State Senator Ram Villivalam will be joining the event. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/nabeelasyedforstatesenate/event/1008624/.

  • ICE Out Deerfield Protest with West Deerfield Dems and North Shore Says No!

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

    Where: Northeast corner of Waukegan Rd. and Deerfield Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Democrats and North Shore Says No! are gathering for a peaceful protest to voice condemnation of ICE actions in the community and across the U.S. We’re standing up for democracy, due process, and the rule of law. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.

  • Tenth Dems “Let’s Talk Politics” in Wonder Lake

    When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 2:00 to 3:30pm

    Where: 7602 Hancock Dr., Wonder Lake

    What: Join Tenth Dems and the McHenry County Democrats for the latest iteration of Tenth Dems “Let’s Talk Politics,” a moderated discussion that provides opportunities for Democrats in and around the 10th Congressional District to talk with one another about important issues of the day. Free admission. Open to Democrats. RSVP: tenthdems.org/WonderLake.

  • Joint Day of Action for Carissa Casbon, Sandy Hart, John Idleburg, and Mary Mesa

    When: Sunday, September 20, 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

    Where: Illinois Democratic Party Office, 50 Ela St., Barrington

    What: Join Tenth Dems, Lake Dems, and the Democratic Party of Illinois to knock doors throughout Lake County for Carissa Casbon, County Board District 7; Sandy Hart, Lake County Treasurer; John Idleburg, Lake County Sheriff; and Mary Mesa, Lake County Board District 17. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1027656/.

  • Privacy, Safety, & ALPR Technology (ALPR = Automated License Plate Reader)

    When: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Lake County Regional Office of Education - Lake Forest, 1905 W. Field Ct., Lake Forest

    What: Join SAFE Illinois, The Antmound Foundation, and Indivisible Highland Park for a public community forum on Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and Flock camera systems. Panelists: Lake County Board Member Paul Frank, Commissioner Sean Curran - Highland Park Police Department, Jacob Goldwater - Attorney, Stone & Associates, Khadine Bennett - Director of Advocacy & Intergovernmental Affairs, ACLU of Illinois. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • Shields Township Democrats Public Meeting

    When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:30am

    Where: Lake County Democrats Waukegan Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan

    What: Open meeting for Shields Democrats and friends to discuss critical issues and plans for the November election. For more information or to RSVP: mpierret57@gmail.com.

  • Jose Martinez Day of Action

    When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

    Where: 3Legged Coffee Brewery, 2120 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst

    What: Join the Democratic Party of Illinois, Lake Dems, and Tenth Dems to knock doors for Jose Martinez, Democratic candidate for Lake County Board District 1. Talk to voters in the community about what’s at stake and make sure that Democrats turn out to win in November. All you need is a comfortable pair of shoes and a fully charged phone. We’ll be out there rain or shine (democracy can’t wait!), so please dress for the weather. We’ll give you all of the training you need to succeed. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1027658/.

  • Postcard Writing to Swing States with West Deerfield Township Dems

    When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

    Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop (back room), 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Democrats are writing Get Out the Vote postcards to Wisconsin or Michigan. They will provide the cards, addresses, and the message to write. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Please bring a pen; donation of postcard stamps would be appreciated. In addition, non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Deerfield Food Pantry. For more information or to RSVP: info@westdeerfielddems.com.

  • Power to the People: Waukegan

    When: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Eleanor Murkey Community Center, 34 N. Sheridan Rd., top floor, Waukegan

    What: Town hall focusing on voting rights and the upcoming midterm elections. The program will include updates on efforts to protect voters' rights and safeguard our elections. Sponsored by ACLU of Illinois, Mano a Mano, and League of Women Voters. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.aclu-il.org/event/power-to-the-people-waukegan/.

  • Hire Lake County Job Fair

    When: Friday, October 2, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:30pm

    Where: Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire

    What: Lake County's largest hiring event of the year. Connect with over 90 employers from all industries. For more information or to RSVP: https://bit.ly/45YWKfE.

  • LCDW Day of Action: Karen Battaglia, AJ Johnson, and Maria Peterson

    When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm

    Where: Lake County Democratic Women Office, 10 N. Lake St., Suite 101, Grayslake

    What: Join the Lake County Democratic Women (LCDW) to knock doors for Karen Battaglia for State Senate District 32, AJ Johnson for State Representative District 64, and Maria Peterson for State Representative District 52. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or it's your first time canvassing, everything you need will be provided, including training, materials, and a great team. Bring your energy, wear comfortable shoes, and help build momentum one conversation at a time. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/1026043/.

  • ICE Out Deerfield Protest with West Deerfield Dems and North Shore Says No!

    When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

    Where: Northeast corner of Waukegan Rd. and Deerfield Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Democrats and North Shore Says No! are gathering for a peaceful protest to voice condemnation of ICE actions in the community and across the U.S. They are standing up for democracy, due process, and the rule of law. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.