When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: North Barrington address provided upon RSVP
What: Campaign kickoff for the general election. Volunteers are invited to canvass for Maria Peterson, candidate for Illinois House of Representatives District 52. For more information or to RSVP: www.mobilize.us/mariafor52/event/941493/.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Northeast corner of Deerfield Rd. and Waukegan Rd.
What: West Deerfield Dems and North Shore Says No! will hold a peaceful protest to voice condemnation of ICE actions in our community and across the U.S., and to stand up for democracy, due process, and the rule of law. For more information or to RSVP: northshoresaysno.org.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
Where: Warren Township Center, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee
What: State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is sponsoring an event for families and caregivers of adults and children with disabilities. Hear valuable insights from residential agencies, day programs, lawyers, and other experts. For more information or to RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/May2026Forum
When: Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 10:00am
Where: Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling
What: The Wheeling Township Democratic Organization will host this year's Patrick S. Botterman Leadership Award Breakfast, highlighting the incredible efforts made by those engaged in grassroots Democratic work and supporting WTDO's efforts to continue electing Democrats in Wheeling Township, Cook County, and Illinois. Keynote speakers will include Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, candidate for U.S. Senate; Daniel Biss, candidate for Congress in the 9th District; and Aisha Davis, Senior Policy Counsel at ACLU IL. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/botterman2026.
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: La Hacienda De Los Fernandez restaurant, 21520 W. Field Pkwy., Deer Park
What: Ela Dems will gather for their monthly meeting to discuss upcoming plans and events. RSVP to: elademocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9:30 to 10:30am
Where: Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. Discussion will include planning for the November 2026 election and candidate support. For more information or to RSVP: AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
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.
When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Monthly Zoom call for West Deerfield Dems members to debrief past events and share upcoming events. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Team Nabeela Campaign Office, 1266 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine
What: Campaign office opening and volunteer kickoff for the general election. Volunteers are invited to gather for Nabeela Syed, candidate for Illinois Senate District 26. Lunch, refreshments, and team merch will be provided. For more information or to RSVP: nabeelasyed.com/officekickoff.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Northeast corner of Deerfield Rd. and Waukegan Rd.
What: West Deerfield Dems and North Shore Says No! will hold a peaceful protest to voice condemnation of ICE actions in our community and across the U.S., and to stand up for democracy, due process, and the rule of law. For more information or to RSVP: northshoresaysno.org.
When: Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:00am
Where: Highland Park location provided upon RSVP
What: Women for Brad: Women are the Majority Makers Luncheon. This event will feature a panel of female candidates in red-to-blue and frontline races across the country in the fight to flip the House in November. For more information or to RSVP, email vivica@schneiderforcongress.com.
When: Monday, May 25, 2026. Gather at 9:00am. Step off at 10:00am.
Where: Wauconda High School, 417 N. Main St., Wauconda
What: Walk with the Wauconda Township Democrats in the Wauconda Memorial Day Parade. For more information or to RSVP, email: waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.
When: Wednesday, May 27 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm; veterans early access: 10:30 am
Where: Advanced Technology Center, 7735 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: The College of Lake County (CLC) Manufacturing Alliance will host an apprenticeship fair. Participants can learn about opportunities to be paid while being trained in various skilled jobs. For more information or to RSVP: clcmanufacturingalliance.clcillinois.edu/event-6642728.
When: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 from 7:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Monthly Zoom call for West Deerfield Dems members to debrief past events and share upcoming events. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com
When: Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Jack & Lidia’s Resort, 38610 N. Edgewood St., Lake Villa
What: Indivisible Western Lake County will hold their 9th Annual BBQ by the Lake Fundraiser. Live musical guest: Industrial Drive. Sponsorship donation opportunities available. For more information: Randyharnicker@gmail.com or 630-659-7604.
When: Monday, June 29, 2026. Registration begins at 8:30am, 10:00am shotgun start.
Where: Royal Melbourne Country Club, 4700 Royal Melbourne Dr., Long Grove
What: Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg hosts his annual golf outing. Lunch reception following golf. For more information or to RSVP: Golf4Idleburg@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 from 7:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Monthly Zoom call for West Deerfield Dems members to debrief past events and share upcoming events. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com
When: Monday, August 10, 2026, check in at 8:00am, start time at 9:00am
Where: Glen Flora Country Club, 2200 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan
What: Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham will host a golf outing. For more information or to RSVP email: samcunninghamgolf@gmail.com.