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
When: Thursday, August 24, 2023, 6:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Truth Italian Restaurant, 56 E. Pershing Rd., Chicago
What: The Ida B. Wells Legacy Committee invites you to attend this year’s Legacy & Libations as they discuss the Black middle class — separate and unequal. The guest speaker will be Mary Pattillo who is an author, professor, sociologist, and recipient of the Commitment to Justice Award. Tickets are $75.00. RSVP here. Click here for further information.
When: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee. Back room.
What: Agenda items include discussion of the upcoming petition drive for 2024 election, results of Gurnee Days Parade, Adopt-A-Highway clean-up date, upcoming Democratic events (including a number of fundraisers for candidates) and Roundtable Discussion. Speakers are still being confirmed. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795
When: Saturday, August 26, 2023. Line up at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am
Where: Millennium Park, 201 Country Place Lane, Lindenhurst
What: Walk with Democrats in the Lindenfest Parade. Walkers will be distributing candy bags with our Democratic countywide elected officials featured…for Halloween! For questions, email ehebbard1@gmail.com
When: Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan
What: A reception for State Senator Adriane Johnson. For more information, email Kelly@ilsenatedems.org
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: 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.