When: Monday, August 28, 2023 from 3:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn Street, Chicago

What: Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition sponsors End Overdose Now Rally and Resource Fair. #EndOverdoseNowIL remembers the lives lost to drug deaths, uplifts the voices of those impacted, creates awareness about the overdose crisis, and educates the public and lawmakers about lifesaving solutions. Register here for free tickets.

When: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Northfield address available upon RSVP

What: A reception with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. RSVP here. For questions, contact Nancy Kohn at 312-925-8067 or email nkohn@kohnconsulting.com

When: Saturday, September 2, 2023

Where: Betty Limbrunner Park, 3301 Dixie Ave., Park City

What: A Summer Block Party for the whole family in Park City. The event includes food, vendors, jumpers, fun games for kids and entertainment. For more information, call 847-623-5030.

When: Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Mundelein address provided upon RSVP.

What: Volunteers will reach out to local Democrats by doing door-to-door canvassing, but there is also an opportunity for phone banking for those interested. Scripts and other necessary materials will be provided. Volunteers must bring a fully-charged cellphone. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

When: Sunday, September 3, 2023. Gather by 10:30am. Step off at 11:00am

Where: Aptakisic Rd. and Buffalo Grove Rd.

What: Walk with Vernon Dems, Lake Dems, State Senator Adriane Johnson, State Representative Daniel Didech, and others in the Buffalo Grove Days Parade. We are in Spot 45.

When: Monday, September 4, 2023. Gather by 12:30pm, step off at 1:00pm

Where: The parade will assemble in the Shiloh Park Circle. It will start from 25th Street and Emmaus Avenue, Spot 14 on 25th Street. Map: https://zionparkdistrict.com/event/zion-benton-labor-day-parade/

What: Walk with Lake County Democrats, elected officials and volunteers in the Zion Labor Day Parade.

When: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Black Lung Brewery, 2217 N. Illinois 83, Round Lake Beach

What: Petition kickoff fundraiser for State Senator Mary Edly-Allen. Register online or email kelly@ilsenatedems.org

When: Wednesday, September 6, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Stevenson High School, Patriot Wellness Center, 1 Stevenson Drive, Lincolnshire

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts an informational session for students, parents, guidance counselors and school officials. Representatives from each of the service academies will speak about their institution and discuss the admissions process. Congressman Schneider will also discuss the Congressional nomination process.
After the program concludes, students and parents will visit the tables to talk one-on-one with the academy representatives. Register here. For questions, email ari.botbol@mail.house.gov or call 847-383-4870.

When: Thursday, September 7, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville

What: The September meeting of Libertyville Township Democrats will focus on the September 17th Donuts for Democrats event. Attendees will learn how to help Democratic candidates get the signatures they need to be on the Spring 2024 Primary ballot. For questions, email libertyvilledems@gmail.com.

When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 9:00am to 1:30pm. Ride time: 11:30am to 1:30pm

Where: Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 West Buckley Road, Libertyville

What: A 12-mile bike ride with Congressman Brad Schneider through a part of Illinois’ Tenth Congressional District. Helmets are required. Sign-in waiver for insurance purposes. Bring hydration (water bottles), food and cash if you would like to purchase something. Register here. For questions contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870

When: Saturday, September 9th, 2023. Shifts begin at 10:00am and 1:00pm

Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue (lower level), Highland Park

What: Join Moraine Dems Precinct Committeepersons as we reach out to local Democratic-leaning voters through Connection Canvassing. Come at 10am or 1pm to pick up materials and literature, or if you’d like some quick training. If you’d prefer to pick up materials and literature before the weekend, email info@morainedems.org for other dates and times the office will be open.

When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 11:00am to 4:00pm

Where: 627 Cherbourg Ct. N, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

What: Drive to collect signatures from Democratic voters in the 59th District or to sign the petition for the re-election of State Representative Daniel Didech.

When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:00pm

Where: 34498 N. Old Walnut Circle, Unit D, Gurnee

What: Petition Kickoff for State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, State Representative Joyce Mason and Congressman Brad Schneider.

When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:00pm

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield

What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.

When: Sunday, September 10th, 2023. Shifts are from 10:00-11:00am and 1:00-2:30pm.

Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue (lower level), Highland Park

What: Join Moraine Dems Precinct Committeepersons as we reach out to local Democratic-leaning voters through Connection Canvassing. Come at 10am or 1pm to pick up materials and literature, or if you’d like some quick training. If you’d prefer to pick up materials and literature before the weekend, email info@morainedems.org for other dates and times the office will be open.

When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:30pm

Where: Il Forno Pizza, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield

What: Petition passing and pizza for State Representative Bob Morgan’s re-election campaign kickoff. RSVP here. For questions, email info@bobmorganforillinois.com

When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Park Street Restaurant, 14 East Park Street, Mundelein

What: Fundraiser to support the re-election of Sara Knizhnik to the Lake County Board. RSVP here.

When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods

What: Brushwood Center presents the opening of “Connecting to Our Common Ground.” The event features refreshments, a panel discussion with exhibition artists and family activities. 1pm: Walkthrough of Connecting To Our Common Ground; 2:00pm: Artist Panel. Registration required. Register here

When: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:00pm

Where: Highland Park Police Station, 1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park

What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.

When: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 1:00pm

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield

What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.

When: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 5:00 to 6:30pm

Where: Address provided upon RSVP.

What: Reception supporting Tracy Katz Muhl, candidate for State Representative. RSVP here. For questions, contact Ersilia at ersilia@langenfeldassociates.com

When: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake

What: Lake County’s initiative to improve equitable and affordable high-speed internet access and provide the public’s thoughts and experiences with broadband in the county. Free admission. Register here (optional)

When: Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 7:00pm

Where: Wayfarer Theaters, 1850 2nd St., Highland Park

What: Brushwood Center presents a screening of an episode of “America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston.” Panel discussion on culture and community in the great outdoors follows. Register here.

When: Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 9:00am to 12:00 noon

Where: Crawford Warming House in Butler Lake Park, 817 West Lake Street (corner of Lake and West streets), Libertyville

What: Libertyville Township Democrats invites voters to enjoy tasty donuts, coffee, and juice as they mingle with candidates and sign nominating petitions to get great Democratic candidates on the ballot in 2024 elections. Email libertyvilledems@gmail.com to learn more.

When: Monday, September 18, 2023 at 7:00pm

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield

What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.

When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 2:00pm

Where: Dickinson Hall, 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest

What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.

When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 3:00pm

Where: Lake County Court Tower, Sheriff’s Training Room, 301 Washington St, FL 1, Waukegan

What: Lake Dems is sponsoring volunteers to become Deputy Voter Registrars. The training session is conducted by the County Clerk’s office, and once you complete the session you will officially be able to register others to vote. Register here.

There are certain requirements. You must be 18 years old and registered to vote in Lake County. Once you are trained to register voters in Lake County, you can register voters anywhere in Illinois. (Deputy Voter Registrars must be trained in their home county.)

Voting is our most basic right, and helping others to exercise that right is an important contribution to our community. We hope you can help.

When: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 8:30am to 4:00pm

Where: Rosalind Franklin University, 3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago

What: The Lake County Human Trafficking Task Force & Coalition Against Human Trafficking present their second annual Professional Building Day and Open Task Force meeting. Topics include: youth trafficking, better understanding options for foreign nationals and labor trafficking identification. CDVP, CLE (legal) and CEU (law enforcement) credits available. This free event includes complimentary light breakfast and resource fair. Register here.

When: Wednesday, September 20, 2023, from 7:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom

What: The September meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats.  Topics to be covered include the September 23 petition signing event; call for PCs/Connection Canvassing; October 7 Bonner Road cleanup, and trustee updates. RSVP to Dennis Leslie at drlesliedrl@gmail.com for Zoom link.