When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 4:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: Illinois Senator Mary Edly-Allen wants to hear what matters to constituents in her district. Come chat with her in person in the library lobby. For more information call (847) 548-5631 or click here.
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:00pm
Where: Zoom; link will be sent out 24hrs. prior to the event
What: Congressman Foster and special guest Congresswoman Schakowsky will update you on what is happening in the House and answer any questions you may have. Click here for more information.
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Heron Creek Forest Preserve, Shelter B, 23890 N. Old McHenry Rd., Long Grove
What: Ela Dems will hold a BBQ Potluck summer social. Attendees can mingle with like-minded folks and enjoy some good food and Democratic camaraderie. Brats, hotdogs, and water will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. For questions or to RSVP, email elademocrats@gmail.com.
When: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe, 45 E. Riverwalk St., Chicago
What: A reception supporting State Representative Robyn Gabel and others. To RSVP or for more information click here.
When: Saturday, June 28, 2025. Gather at 9:30am. Step off at 10:00am.
Where: Grant High School, 285 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Walk with Democrats in the Celebrate Fox Lake Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop. For more information or to RSVP, email GrantTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, June 28, 2025, all day (choose your time), with optional Zoom meetings at 10:00am, 1:00pm, and 5:00pm
Where: Throughout Lake County
What: Grassroots volunteers and Precinct Committeepersons will speak with voters at their doors. New to canvassing? Would you like to be paired with someone who will show you the ropes? Experienced walker? Bring someone new and share your wisdom! Let us know when you sign up here.
When: Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Dems and Indivisible cohost a rally at Highland Park City Hall every other week on Saturday at noon. This will be an ongoing rally/food drive supporting Lake County Food Pantries. Future events will occur at the same location on Saturdays July 12, July 26, and August 9. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00am
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 31. W. Park Ave., Grayslake
What: A special mass for military, first responders, and their families. Prayer requests for living or deceased members of the military, first responders, and their families are welcomed. For more information email standrewsgrayslake@sbcglobal.net or call (847) 223-2310.
When: Sunday, June 29, 2025. Gather at 12:30pm. Step off at 1:00pm.
Where: Sheridan Rd. and Franklin St., Waukegan
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats and Waukegan Township Democrats at the Waukegan Independence Day Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop.
When: Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop, 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
What: Postcard–writing event to elect Democrats. Bring a pen and some postcard stamps if possible. Plan to order some food or drink. Write, socialize, and help Democrats win! Please RSVP at Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 7:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Zoom
What: Monthly member Zoom meeting to discuss regular business. Open to WDTDO members and Democrats. Email Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com to get the meeting invitation.
When: Friday, July 4, 2025. Gather at 8:00am. Step off at 9:00am. (Streets close at 8:30am.)
Where: Deerpath Rd. and Atrium Dr., Vernon Hills
What: Join Lake County Democrats and US Rep. Brad Schneider for the 4th of July Parade in Vernon Hills. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop.
When: Friday, July 4, 2025. Gather at 9:30am. Step off at 10:00am.
Where: Hawthorn Woods, Lagoon Dr. Gathering location address provided upon request.
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats and Ela Dems in the Hawthorn Woods 4th of July Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop. For more information: elademocrats@gmail.com.
When: Friday, July 4, 2025. Gather at 10:00am. Step off at 10:30am.
Where: Antioch High School, 1133 Main St., Antioch
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats, Antioch Dems, and Grant Dems in the Antioch Independence Day Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop. For more information or to RSVP: AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Friday, July 4, 2025. Gather at 11:30am. Step off at 12:00pm
Where: Deerspring Pool, 200 Deerfield Rd., Deerfield
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats in Deerfield on Independence Day. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shop.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Dems and Indivisible cohost a rally at Highland Park City Hall every other week on Saturdays at 12:00pm. This will be an ongoing rally/food drive supporting Lake County Food Pantries. Future events will occur at the same location on Saturdays July 26, and August 9. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Van Patten Woods Forest Preserve, Shelter D, 15838 W. Route 173, Wadsworth
What: Warren Township Democrats will hold a fundraiser celebrating freedom, food, and music.
When: Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
What: The Brushwood Center presents a new exhibition, Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes. It is presented in partnership with the Driehaus Museum to explore perspectives on art and nature in association with their summer exhibition featuring acclaimed botanical artist Rory McEwen, Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature. For more information or to RSVP click here.
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: Friday, July 18, 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 26, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Dems and Indivisible cohost a rally at Highland Park City Hall every other week on Saturdays at 12:00pm. This will be an ongoing rally/food drive supporting Lake County Food Pantries. The next event will occur at the same location on Saturday August 9. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
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: 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: Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Dems and Indivisible cohost a rally at Highland Park City Hall. This will be an rally/food drive supporting Lake County Food Pantries. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
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.