When: Friday, August 8, 2025 at 6:00pm
Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein
What: Holly Kim will be hosting a petition event for her campaign for State Comptroller. Click here for more information.
When: Friday, August 8, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Provided upon RSVP
What: The West Deerfield Township Democratic Organization presents Township Talk. Ed Yohnka, ACLU Director of Communication and Public Policy, will be the guest speaking about immigration, knowing your rights, and how to support our immigrant neighbors. Event open to Democrats. Space is limited. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 9:30 to 11:00am
Where: Fox Lake Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch and Grant Township Democrats. Discussion of candidate petitions for the 2026 election. Information about becoming a precinct committeeperson and connecting with your neighbors, and helping to elect Democrats who share our values will be available. For more information or to RSVP, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park office, 474 Central Ave., Lower Level, Highland Park
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Moraine Democrats. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: LCDW office, 10 N. Lake St., Grayslake
What: LCDW Petition Pickup Kickoff. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025. Petition trainings at 10:00am, 12:00pm, and 2:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Waukegan Democrats. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Grayslake Headquarters, 100 S. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake (please note address is 100 S. Atkinson Rd.; across the street from our old office)
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Avon Township Democrats. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 12:30 to 2:30pm
Where: Skokie location provided upon RSVP
What: Petition kickoff event for Laura Fine for Congress. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 7:30am to 12:30pm
Where: Buffalo Grove Farmers Market, 951 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Vernon Dems and Wheeling Dems. Help Democrats get on the ballot. Meet the candidates and sign petitions.
When: Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 11:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Rd., Lake Zurich
What: Ela Township Dems will have a booth at Unplugged Fest, a fun, free event where festgoers are encouraged to unplug from their devices and enjoy activities and community spirit. For more info, contact Ela Dems at elademocrats@gmail.com.
When: August 10, 2025 at 11:30am, step-off time at 12:00pm
Where: Spot #44, at the corner of Grandville Ave. and Ferndale St., Gurnee
What: Walk with Warren Dems, Lake Dems, Team Brad, and other elected officials in the Gurnee Days Parade. Call Bonnie at 847-899-7140 for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 11:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park address sent upon RSVP
What: Join fellow Democrats, and State Senator Julie Morrison, State Representative Bob Morgan, Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega, Lake County Board Member Paul Frank, Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering, Highland Park City Councilmember Barisa Meckler Bruckman, Highland Park City Councilmember Jon Center, Moraine Township Supervisor Nancy Chausow Shafer, North Shore Water Reclamation Board Trustee Rhoda Pierce, and more, for refreshments and refreshing conversation. Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Lake Forest and Deerfield. This event is open to Democrats and FREE for current members of Moraine Township Democrats. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00pm
Where: Lake County Democrats Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: The monthly meeting of the Waukegan Township Democrats will include discussions on the beginning of petition collections and ways to fight back against the Trump Administration's attack. Email Waukegandems@gmail.com for more information or to RSVP.
When: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Primo Italian American Cuisine, 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee
What: A campaign kickoff fundraiser in support of Dr. Michael Karner, Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools. For more information or to RSVP, email michaelkarnerlc@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Where: Hot Pockets, 365 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine
What: Campaign kickoff event supporting Jenny Levin, Democratic candidate running for state representative, District 51.
When: Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Program starts at 9:00am.
Where: Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield
What: Lake Dems Chair Lauren Beth Gash, a Vice Chair of the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA), invites you to sit with us! Democratic Leader U.S. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries is set to be the keynote speaker at the IDCCA Brunch on Wednesday, August 13, in Springfield. This speech will be exciting — we’re looking forward to Leader Jeffries becoming the next Speaker of the House after the 2026 elections, when Democrats take control of the House! The IDCCA Brunch is considered one of the largest annual Democratic events in Illinois. Reply to this email to let us know you’d like to sit with us at the Brunch, and then click here to get your ticket. Or let us know if you’d like to volunteer at the event by emailing info@lakedems.org.
When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Glenview location provided upon RSVP
What: A fundraiser in support of State Senator Laura Fine, a candidate for U.S. Congress, Illinois' 9th District. RSVP to Teagan Flanagan at tflanagan@newchicagollc.com or 312-448-8014.
When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Pizzeria Deville, 404 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: The ACLU will discuss the direct, pragmatic steps that each of us can take to protect basic civil rights and civil liberties in our own communities, and will include an update on challenges to Trump policies led by the ACLU. Visit www.aclu-il.org/en/events/aclu-community-event-libertyville to RSVP or for more information. Note: The event is currently sold out, but please email events@aclu-il.org if you are interested in joining the waitlist.
When: Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Truth Italian Restaurant, 56 E. Pershing Rd., Chicago
What: The Ida B. Wells Legacy Committee will host their annual summer mixer, Legacy & Libations. Former U.S. Congresswoman Cori Bush will discuss our nation's current state of politics, the role of Black women, and where we go from here. Visit secure.actblue.com/donate/2025-legacyandlibations for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025. Drive-through ballot signing from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Potluck picnic from 12:00 to 2:00pm.
Where: Maplewood Park, 900 Clay Ct., Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Democrats will hold a signature-gathering event to help Democratic candidates get on the ballot. Drive-through ballot signing will occur from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Only 10 minutes are needed to provide signatures. Residents may also attend the West Deerfield Township Democrats potluck picnic from 12:00 to 2:00pm. Attendees are asked to please bring a dish to share. For more information, email info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Grayslake Headquarters, 100 S. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake (please note address is 100 S. Atkinson Rd.; across the street from our old office)
What: A petition event co-sponsored by Lake County Democrats and Avon Township Democrats. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago
What: A high-energy festival filled with live music and food from local vendors. Performances run all day, featuring headliner Lloyd Stephens Band and additional performances by Davarrius Wilson and Co., the Lake County Line Dancers, Tranelle Duffie, Kisha Johnson, Davida Sanders, and more.
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan (right near the Genesee Theatre)
What: Meet like-minded people and talk about what's on your mind at the Lake Dems Open House during ArtWauk. Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions. Waukegan's monthly celebration of its growing arts community, ArtWauk, is an event where shops and vendors in the downtown lakefront area surrounding the historic Genesee Theatre stay open late, creating a festive atmosphere.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP
What: Team Maria is collecting petition signatures across the 52nd District. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to campaigns, you'll be set up with everything you need. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 11:30 am to 1:30pm
Where: The Art Center Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
What: Come help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or taking a candidate petition (or more) to circulate. If you’re unable to attend this event, but would like to sign or circulate petitions, email info@lakedems.org.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
Where: Moretti's, 365 W. Dundee Rd., Wheeling
What: Congressman Brad Schneider, State Senator Julie Morrison, and State Senator Adriane Johnson will host a pizza and petition-signing event. For more information or to RSVP, email logan@ilsenatedems.org.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:30pm
Where: Vernon Hills (address provided upon RSVP)
What: A backyard BBQ fundraiser in support of Lake County Board Member Sara Knizhnik. Petitions for all candidates up for election will be collected at this event. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Private Mundelein home address provided on RSVP
What: Help Democrats get on the ballot by signing and/or circulating petitions. For more info or to RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com.
When: Monday, August 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: IWLC will be prepping Trick or Treat bags to hand out when walking in the Lindenfest Parade on August 23rd. Volunteers are welcome. For more information or to RSVP, email Randy at randyharnicker@gmail.com.