When: Thursday, August 3, 2023, 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Caribana Island Bar & Grill, 5250 Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: State Representative Joyce Mason hosts a fundraiser featuring delicious Caribbean appetizers and beach-worthy drinks. RSVP to joyce@votejoycemason.com. Purchase tickets or sponsorships online here. For contributions by mail, write: ” Friends of Joyce Mason, 6615 Grand Ave., #215, Gurnee, IL 60031.”
When: Thursday, August 3, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Moe’s Cantina, 155 West Kinzie, Chicago
What: Summer fundraiser supporting Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton with special guest, Governor JB Pritzker. Register here. For questions, email Katy@LangenfeldAssociates.com
When: Thursday, August 3, 2023 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: La Canoa, 50 South Green Bay Road, Waukegan
What: Community Outreach Waukegan hosts Hollywood Gala, “Reaching for Stars,” featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, four-course dinner and entertainment. Register here.
What: Thursday, August 3, 2023, 6:30pm
Where: Dickinson Hall, 100 E. Mill Rd., Lake Forest
What: Representatives from Metra will give a presentation on railroad safety and the environment. Hosted by State Senator Julie Morrison, the meeting will focus on the pending Lake Forest project. For questions about the event, call Sen. Morrison’s office at 847-945-5200.
When: Saturday August 5, 2023. Gather 9:30. Step off at 10:00am.
Where: Adams St. and 10th St., North Chicago
What: Lake Dems will be walking with Congressman Brad Schneider. Cars may be parked at North Chicago High School, 1717 17th St., North Chicago, for a shuttle bus ride. Street parking very limited. Parade ends at the 1700 block of Lewis Ave.
When: Saturday, August 5, 2023. Gather by 9:30am; step off at 10:00am
Where: Adams St. and 10th St., North Chicago
What: Lake Dems will be walking with Congressman Brad Schneider. Cars may be parked at North Chicago High School, 1717 17th St., North Chicago, for a shuttle bus ride. Street parking very limited. Parade participants can be dropped off at Adams Street and 10th Street. Parade ends at North Chicago High School in the 1700 block of Lewis Ave.
When: Sunday, August 6, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Private home in southeast Highland Park. Address provided upon RSVP.
What: Join other local Democrats and elected officials for an afternoon of food, fun, and friendship. RSVP at morainedems.org/rsvp. For questions, email info@morainedems.org
Free for current members of Moraine Township Democrats. (Moraine Township includes all of Highwood and Fort Sheridan, most of Highland Park, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.) Open to Democrats.
When: Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 4:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Lake County Federation of Teachers, 248 Ambrogio Dr., Gurnee
What: Lake County Democrats welcome the Chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois, Lisa Hernandez, to Lake County. This is a free event. RSVP here.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 2:30pm to 8:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center Pavilion, 1215 Green Bay Rd., between 14th Street and 10th Street, North Chicago
What: A multi-cultural event that gives African-Americans and other ethnic groups the opportunity to show off their talents and artistic contributions. Vendors, business organizations and individuals can display, sell and give away what they have to sell or promote. Free parking and free admission. For more information or to participate, call Angelo Kyle at 847-404-1591
When: Sunday, August 13, 2023. Line up by 11:30am; step off at 12:00 noon.
Where: Parade line-up number 19, right near the northwest corner of Grandview Ave. and Blackburn St.
What: Join Warren Dems, Lake Dems and Lake County elected officials. Entrance to the line-up entry and drop off is at Delany Road and Grandville (easiest access is from Route 41 to Delany).The parade goes from Delaney to Old Grand and ends on Emerald Ave. (near the firehouse). For questions, email bonniebergerneel@yahoo.com.
When: Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 2:00 to 5:00pm
Where: 6020 Washington Street, Gurnee
What: Luau and pool party supporting the re-election of Clerk of the Circuit Court Erin Cartwright Weinstein and Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim. RSVP here.
When: Monday, August 14, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: 501 Local, 501 Chestnut Street, Winnetka
What: The special August edition of Congressman Brad Schneider’s Coffee Club will be Beers with Brad in Winnetka. RSVP online or email Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com or call 847-530-2744
When: Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 6:00 to 8:30pm (doors open at 5:15pm for resource fair)
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 N. Green Bay Rd., North Chicago
What: This free event is for any Lake County community member who wants a better understanding of what happens when youth enter the criminal justice system. Since the juvenile justice system differs greatly from the adult court system, it can seem confusing. By attending this program you will get an overview of the system and learn about programs intended to support youth who have come in contact with law enforcement. RSVP here.
When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00am. Doors open at 7:30am.
Where: Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield
What: The 2023 County Chairs’ Brunch features U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada. Tenth Dems founder, Lauren Beth Gash, is an Executive Board Member and former Party Builder Award recipient. Register online.
When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 10:00am
Where: Public Works Department, 648 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville
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, August 16, 2023, at 6:00pm
Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein (small party room)
What: All things political will be discussed, including upcoming Connection Canvassing opportunities. A hybrid system will be used, with some meeting in-person and everyone else Zooming in. For those attending in-person, food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. Those wishing to join via Zoom should email fremontdems@gmail.org.
When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: This is the August meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Topics to be covered include petition signing, event planning, Bonner Road cleanup, and trustee updates. RSVP to Dennis Leslie at drlesliedrl@gmail.com for Zoom link.
When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm.
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s August meeting features a discussion of the Lindenfest Parade, where walkers will be passing out candy bags. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
When: Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Viking Middle School, 4460 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts “Congress On Your Corner” town hall in Gurnee. He will discuss common-sense gun violence prevention, fighting climate change, and bringing down the cost of health care. Congressman Schneider will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Washington. RSVP online or email Matt.Fried@mail.house.gov
When: Friday, August 18, 2023 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Countryside Golf Club, 20800 W. Hawley St., Mundelein
What: A golf outing in support of Sheriff John Idleburg and County Clerk Anthony Vega. Golfers will receive lunch at the turn with a shotgun start at 9:00 am. Register here.
When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00am, every other Saturday through September 30, 2023.
Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
What: Brushwood Center and local Waukegan coffee shop Drip & Culture present a series that activates the recommendations of Brushwood’s newest report: Health, Equity, and Nature. A Changing Climate in Lake County, IL. Register here.
When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Winton Harbor address provided upon RSVP to Joy Mix at 847-951-5696
What: Door-to-Door canvassing to connect with Democratic voters.
When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Peterson Park, 16652 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Vernon Hills
What: A celebration of India Independence Day at Peterson Park in Vernon Hills. There will be music, dancers, speakers (including many Democratic elected officials) and delicious food. Lake Dems will have a booth.
When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00PM
Where: Mundelein address provided upon RSVP.
What: A series of canvassing events to keep in touch with local Democrats. All necessary materials will be provided, but you must bring a fully-charged cellphone. To RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, August 19, 2023. Gather at 4:30pm; step off at 5:00pm
Where: Grayslake Central High School parking lot, 400 N. Lake Street, Grayslake
What: Join Lake Dems and Democratic elected officials for an evening parade.
When: Monday, August 21, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: The offices of Fox Swibel Levin & Carroll LLP, 200 W. Madison St., Ste. 3000, Chicago.
What: A reception supporting candidate for state representative Tracy Katz Muhl, and featuring special guest U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Register here. For questions, or to RSVP, please contact Ersilia Melchiorre at ersilia@langenfeldassociates.com.
When: Monday, August 21, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts “Congress On Your Corner” town hall in Northbrook. He will discuss common-sense gun violence prevention, fighting climate change, and bringing down the cost of health care. Congressman Schneider will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Washington. RSVP online or email Matt.Fried@mail.house.gov
When: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from 12:00 to 1:00pm. Upcoming sessions September 6 at 6:00pm and October 11 at 6:00 pm.
Where: Online via Zoom.
What: This first of three sessions for potential candidates for the 2024 elections will go over the petition packet and what to expect during filing, and share resources that are publicly available at the County Clerk’s and Illinois State Board of Elections’ website. Register here.
When: Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Evanston address provided upon RSVP
What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky holds her annual BBQ at her home in Evanston. Register here. For more information, contact Sarah Gersten at 847-424-1998 or email sarah@janschakowsky.org
When: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Lake County Democrats Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan, and via Zoom.
What: Waukegan Township Democrats August meeting with special guest speakers: Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek and Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Erin Cartwright Weinstein. Pizza will be provided. Open to Democrats. To register for Zoom link, email Waukegandems@gmail.com