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  • Senate Dems Fundraiser

    When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

    Where: The Oakville Grill & Cellar, 163 N. Green St., Chicago

    What: Fundraiser in support of Illinois State Senate Democratic candidates. Local candidates include Nabeela Syed, District 26; Karen Battaglia, District 32; and Patrick Hanley, District 9. For more information or to RSVP: kelly@ilsenatedems.org.

  • Ela Township Democrats October Meeting

    When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00pm

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

    What: Ela Dems will meet to discuss final preparations for the midterm elections. Snacks will be available. For more information or to RSVP: elademocrats@gmail.com.

  • Personal PAC’s 33rd Annual Luncheon

    When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:30pm

    Where: Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago

    What: Personal PAC's 33rd Annual Luncheon in support of equitable access to reproductive health care in Illinois without government interference. Honorees include Founding Chair Marcie Love and Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton. Hear from New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • 2026 Latino Coalition of Lake County (CLULC) Scholarship Lunch

    When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:30pm

    Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake

    What: Coalición Latinos Unidos of Lake County (CLULC) hosts their 2026 Scholarship Lunch. The luncheon will honor the 2026 CLULC Scholarship recipients. For more information or to purchase tickets: clulcorg@gmail.com.

  • Antioch & Grant Township Democrats October Meeting

    When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 9:30 to 10:30am

    Where: Antioch Public Library District, 757 Main St., Antioch

    What: October meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. Speaker will be Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart, the Democratic candidate for Lake County Treasurer. Discussion will include updates on the Get Out the Vote efforts ahead of the election on November 3, 2026. For more information or to RSVP: AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

  • LCDW Day of Action: Sandy Hart, Jose Martinez, and Mary Mesa

    When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 12:30pm 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 Sandy Hart for Lake County Treasurer, Jose Martinez for Lake County Board District 1, and Mary Mesa for Lake County Board District 17. 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/1026280/.

  • Candidate Forum – Illinois 10th Congressional District

    When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 12:30pm

    Where: Online via Zoom

    What: The public is invited to register to attend a candidate forum for the Illinois 10th Congressional District election coordinated by the League of Women Voters of Lake County. The invited candidates are Carl Lambrecht (R) and Brad Schneider (D). To register: click here.

  • Coffee and Community with Candidates

    When: Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    Where: Little Bean Coffee Company, 395 Lake St., Antioch

    What: Stop by, say hello, and get to know Karen Battaglia, candidate for State Senate District 32; AJ Johnson, candidate for State Representative District 64; and Jose Martinez, candidate for Lake County Board District 1.

  • Day of Action with Karen Battaglia and State Senator Cristina Castro

    When: Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:00pm

    Where: Karen Battaglia Campaign Office, 810 Front St., McHenry

    What: A Day of Action for Karen Battaglia, Democratic candidate for State Senate District 32, with State Senator Cristina Castro, District 22. Volunteer to help flip this seat from red to blue.

  • Fremont Dems Day of Action

    When: Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Fremont Dems HQ, 1670 Valencia Way, Mundelein

    What: The Fremont Township Democrats are holding a Day of Action to Get Out The Vote (GOTV) in Fremont Township. Volunteers are needed to assemble literature bags and then deliver these voter guides to Democratic houses. For more information or to RSVP: fremontdems@gmail.com.

  • Home for Good Town Hall

    When: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

    Where: NIRCO, 202 S. Genesee St., Waukegan

    What: Town hall about House Bill 624 – Home for Good, a proposal to expand housing and support services for Illinois residents returning home from incarceration. Hosted by State Senator Adriane Johnson, District 30. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EetzbqYbX/?mibextid=wwXIfr.

  • Newport Township Democrats October Meeting

    When: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

    Where: The Shanty Restaurant, 38985 Hwy. 41, Wadsworth

    What: October meeting of the Newport Township Democrats. Guest speaker will be Hirsch Joshi, staff attorney from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Discussion about election integrity in the midterms and future elections. For more information or to RSVP: (847)721-8123 or khayden.newport@gmail.com.

  • Fremont Dems October Meeting

    When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

    Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein

    What: Fremont Township Democrats hold their October meeting to discuss all things political, especially the campaign leading to the November 3, 2026 election. Petition circulation for local elections next April 2027 will also be discussed. Meet at Lakeside Recreation Center, in the small party room, or online via Zoom. Food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. The Zoom link will be sent out ahead of the meeting. If you have any questions or to RSVP: fremontdems@gmail.com.

  • Postcard Writing to Swing States with West Deerfield Township Dems

    When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    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.

  • POSTPONED – Coffee and Connect with Adriane Johnson

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
    When: Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: El Patio Cafe and Lounge, 38 N. Genesee St., Waukegan

    What: State Senator Adriane Johnson, District 30, holds a Coffee and Connect event. Join Senator Johnson for a complimentary cup of coffee and share thoughts on current issues. For more information call 847-672-6201.

  • Knock Doors in Wisconsin with Tenth Dems

    When: Saturday, October 17, 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.

  • Tenth Dems Postcard Party on NO KINGS Day

    When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 12:00 to 3:00pm

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

    What: Take action by writing and stamping postcards to swing districts, dropping off stamps, and/or picking up candidate yard signs. Congressman Brad Schneider will be there to kick off the party! Open to Democrats.
    Can't stop by on Saturday? Help by contributing towards the purchase of postcards stamps: tenthdems.org/stamps. Volunteers have written thousands of postcards so far, and more will be done this weekend. Postcard stamps are needed.

  • Team Nabeela GOTV Launch

    When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00pm

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

    What: Join Team Nabeela Syed for a Get Out The Vote canvass launch. Meet at the campaign office to talk with volunteers, hear from Nabeela on the state of the race, and head out to knock doors to make sure that support turns into votes. For more information or to RSVP: nabeelasyed.com/gotvkickoff.

  • Students Demand Action Northwest Suburbs of Chicago Canvassing for Jenny Levin and Nabeela Syed

    When: Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 11:30am to 2:30pm

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

    What: Students Demand Action Northwest Suburbs of Chicago will hold a second canvass supporting State Senate candidate Nabeela Syed, District 26, and Jenny Levin, candidate for State Representative, District 51. No prior canvassing experience is required as training will be provided. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • 3rd Annual Maureen Wener Public Service Award

    When: Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 2:00 to 3:00pm

    Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Democrats present the 3rd Annual Maureen Wener Public Service Award as they honor the life of Maureen Wener, a dedicated volunteer in multiple Deerfield organizations, until her untimely death in June of 2023. Wishing to acknowledge such dedication to public service and honor Maureen’s memory, the West Deerfield Township Democrats established this award. Award Criteria: The award is non-partisan. Recipient must be a resident of, or work in, West Deerfield Township. Nominees have exemplified Maureen’s commitment to making the community a better place to live. Actions may include grassroots activism, public service, and/or commitment to democratic principles. For more information, email: info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.

  • Tenth Dems Poll Watcher Training

    When: Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 7:30 to 9:00pm

    Where: Training on Zoom. Link will be sent shortly before the event.

    What: Tenth Dems presents training for poll watchers, who play an important role by helping at voting locations to ensure that every eligible voter is allowed to cast a vote that will be counted. 1.5 free Professional Responsibility CLE (Continuing Legal Education) credit available for attorneys. Open to Democrats. For more information or to RSVP: tenthdems.org/training.