May 2022
Sheriff John Idleburg Primary Campaign Rally
When: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: RJ’s Eatery, 1913 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst
What: A primary campaign rally supporting the reelection of Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg. To RSVP or for information, contact Woody at woody@MFStrategies.com or call 314-803-7965
Find out more »Campaign Kickoff for Lake County Legislators Sam Yingling, Rita Mayfield, Joyce Mason and Dan Didech
When: Thursday, May 26, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Chicago Chop House, 60 West Ontario Street (Ontario and Clark), Chicago. Valet parking provided.
What: Chicago fundraiser for State Representatives Sam Yingling (candidate for State Senator in the 31st District), Rita Mayfield, Joyce Mason and Dan Didech. The event features Lake County-themed specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. To RSVP, contact Corryn Bradley at corryn@danshomon.com or call 708-490-9964.
Find out more »Bowling Fundraiser for Treasurer Holly Kim and Shawn Killackey, Candidate for Lake County Board
When: Thursday, May 26, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lakeside Lanes, Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein
What: An evening of bowling and pizza in support of Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim and Shawn Killackey, candidate for Lake County Board, District 2. RSVP here.
Find out more »Fundraiser for Jaycee Ochoa and Linda Troester
When: Friday, May 27, 2022 from 6:00 – 9:00pm
Where: Sharkys Billiards, 601 Railroad Ave., Round Lake, IL.
What: A special fundraiser to help Jaycee Ochoa (District 16), and Linda Troester (District 2) win a seat on the Lake County Board.
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Congressman Brad Schneider in Mundelein for Congress on Your Corner
When: Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 10:00am
Where: RSVP here (exact location provided upon RSVP)
What: Congressman Schneider, representing the 10th District of Illinois, will answer your questions and provide an update on his work in Washington fighting for Illinois families.
Find out more »Day of Action in Support of Nabeela Syed
What: Comptroller Susana Mendoza, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, and community members hold a rally and canvass in support of Nabeela Syed, candidate for State Representative, District 51. RSVP here.
Walk with Democrats in the Wauconda Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2022 from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Parade steps off at 10:00am
Where: Meet at Wauconda High School, 555 N. Main Street, Wauconda
What: Walk in the Wauconda Memorial Day Parade with Wauconda Township Dems, Lake County Dems and various 2022 Democratic candidates running up and down the ballot. To RSVP, Click here.
Find out more »Reception in Support of State Senator Adriane Johnson
When: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Cooper’s Hawk in Wheeling, 583 North Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling
What: A fundraising reception supporting the reelection campaign of State Senator Adriane Johnson. Register here. For more information or to RSVP, contact Kelly at Kelly@ilsenatedems.org
June 2022
Fundraiser for Mike Cortina, Candidate for Appellate Court Justice
When: Thursday, June 2, 2022 from 5:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Crystal Lake Brewing, 150 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake
What: Fundraiser supporting Mike Cortina, candidate for Appellate Court Justice. RSVP here or email Cortina4Justice@gmail.com
Find out more »Pride Breakfast with Democratic Countywide Candidates
When: Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 8:30 to 10:30am
Where: 408 North Ave., Waukegan
What: Kick off the Pride festivities in Waukegan by joining your Democratic Countywide Candidates (Sheriff John Idleburg, Treasurer Holly Kim and Anthony Vega for Lake County Clerk) for a light breakfast and to-go options to keep you going all day while celebrating Pride in downtown Waukegan.
This is a free event.
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Mental Health Professionals Hold Event Supporting Chelsea Laliberte Barnes
When: Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
Where: Rivendell Theatre, 5775 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago
What: Chelsea Laliberte Barnes is running for Illinois State Representative in District 51! Special guest and keynote speaker Illinois Senator Sara Feigenholtz is a strong advocate for women’s issues and health care.
As part of this event you will preview a scene from the Jeff Recommended world premiere of Madison Fiedler’s play, SPAY, a powerful and human story about two remarkable women living the daily reality of the opioid crisis in West Virginia.
RSVP link and for more information or contact chelseaforstaterep@gmail.com
Summer Fundraiser for Jessica Vealitzek
When: Wednesday, June 8, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Diamond Lake Sports Complex, Picnic Shelter, 26630 N. IL Route 60/83, Mundelein
What: Summer fundraiser for Jessica Vealitzek, candidate for reelection to the Lake County Board, District 10. Register here.
Find out more »Jennifer Banek and Jennifer Clark Hold “Get the Scoop” Ice Cream Fundraiser
When: Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Old School Forest Preserve, 698 N. St. Marys Road, Libertyville
What: Lake County Board Member Jennifer Clark and Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek hold their second annual “Get the Scoop” ice cream fundraiser. For more information, visit the Facebook page.
Find out more »West Deerfield Township Democratic Organization (WDTDO) Spring Picnic
When: Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Brickyards Park, 375 Elm Street, Deerfield
What: WDTDO’s spring picnic with elected officials and candidates, food and drinks with fellow Dems, and kid friendly activities. RSVP here.
Find out more »Love is Blue – A Musical Event in Support of Carissa Casbon for Lake County Board
When: Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00pm
Where: Primo Italian American Cuisine Parlor, 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee
What: Love songs and hors d’oeuvres in support of Carissa Casbon, candidate for Lake County Board. RSVP here.
Find out more »SHALVA Holds its Virtual Annual Luncheon
When: Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Online. Register here
What: SHALVA’s annual lunch, “Journey to Healing – Obstacles on the Path to Freedom,” features bestselling author Stephanie Land, whose memoir inspired the hit Netflix series MAID. She will share her journey and the challenges she faced after leaving her abuser. SHALVA provides critical crisis attention, long-term counseling, legal assistance and financial support to survivors of domestic violence. For questions, call (773) 583-4673
Find out more »July 2022
A Safe Place Benefit, Wine Women & Shoes
When: Friday, July 15, 2022 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire
What: A Safe Place sponsors Wine Women & Shoes with the theme “From Fear to Fierce.” Register here. A Safe Place assists victims of domestic violence and human trafficking.
Find out more »August 2022
Walk with Vance Wyatt in the North Chicago Community Days Parade
When: Saturday, August 6, 2022. Meet before 9:25am. Parade from 10:00 to 11:15am
Where: Foss Park District, 1730 Lewis Ave., North Chicago. Alternate address: 13th and Adams in North Chicago.
What: Walk with North Chicago City Treasurer Vance D. Wyatt in the North Chicago Community Days Parade.
Find out more »Lake County Black Business Expo 2022
When: Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Bertrands Bowling Alley Parking Lot, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan
What: Lake County Illinois BLM sponsors Lake County Black Business Expo 2022. For information, contact Clyde Mclemore at clydemclemore@ymail.com, 847-344-2540 or Robin E. at tinkerrobin93@gmail.com, 224-321-0745.
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