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  • Antioch & Grant Township Democrats February Meeting

    When: Monday, February 12, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
    Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa
    What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. At the meeting, guest speaker Erin Cartwright Weinstein, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will provide an update about the operations of her office and share information about her reelection campaign. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

  • Illinois Pollution Control Board Coal Ash Hearing

    When: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 1:00 to 2:00pm
    Where: Waukegan City Hall, 100 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Waukegan
    What:  Illinois Pollution Control Board Coal Ash Hearing features Clean Power Lake County speaking against NRG Energy’s refusal to remove their coal ash from the Lake County lakefront. Register here. For more information or questions, contact Frank Pettis at Fpettis@cleanpowerlakecounty.org.

  • Fremont Township Democrats February Meeting

    When: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 6:00pm
    Where:  Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein (small party room) and online via Zoom.
    What: All things political will be discussed, including preparation for the upcoming primaries and how to lay the groundwork for victory in 2024. 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.com.

  • Warren-Newport Library Black History Month Celebration

    When: Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
    Where: Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee
    What: A musical, artistic, and cultural celebration of Black history. Fun for all ages with free giveaways while supplies last. Special performance by Woodland School District 50.  Click here for more information.

  • Meet & Greet Maria Peterson

    When: Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Mundelein home address provided upon RSVP
    What: An evening of refreshments and conversation with Maria Peterson, Democratic Candidate for State Representative, District 52. RSVP online or email maria@mariafor52.com.

  • Art Exhibition Showcase for Black History Celebration

    When: Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 4:00 to 5:30pm
    Where: Jack Benny Center for the Arts, 39 Jack Benny Dr., Waukegan
    What: A display of artwork that explores African American Heroes who have impacted our world. Musical performances, spoken word, dramatic readings, dance, and more will fill the Jack Benny Center’s Dr. Lynn Schornick Theatre. Free event. For more information, click here.

  • Hometown Fundraiser for Arad Boxenbaum, Candidate for State Representative

    When: Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 2:30 to 4:30pm
    Where: Prairie House Tavern, 2710 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove
    What: Fundraiser for Arad Boxenbaum, candidate for State Representative, 83rd District in Kane County. Arad grew up in Buffalo Grove and has been a gun violence prevention activist. A former Tenth Dems intern, Arad moved with his family to Kane County in 2019, was elected to the library board in 2021, and now serves as its vice president.  He has been a leader in their diversity, equity and inclusion policy overhaul.

    Register here. For questions or if you would like to join but are unable to pay the full price of a ticket, contact Eli Brottman at brottmaneli@gmail.com.

  • Lake Dems Presidents’ Day Fundraiser with Jill Wine-Banks

    When:  Monday, February 19, 5:30 to 7:30

    Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, 510 E. Il Route 83, Mundelein

    What: Due to popular demand, we have asked frequent MSNBC Contributor/Legal Analyst Jill Wine-Banks to speak to us again. And she said yes! Jill was so popular last year that the event completely sold out. We hope you will save the date and join us for this very special evening. Jill Wine-Banks will be giving us her insights into our national political situation and so much more. A former Watergate prosecutor, Jill is particularly well-equipped to discuss Trump and his legal woes. We’re sure you’ll want to join us.

    Jill Wine-Banks is an MSNBC Legal Analyst, regularly appearing on primetime and daytime shows. A sought-after speaker, Jill appears before professional, political, women’s and business groups, universities and law schools. Jill has also written op-eds for NBC.com, the Chicago Tribune, The Washington Post, Politico, and the Huffington Post. Several documentaries and films have featured her, including Academy Award winner Charles Ferguson’s Watergate – Or: How We Learned to Stop an Out of Control President, Robert Redford’s All The President’s Men Revisited, ABC’s 20/20, and Michael Moore’s Fahrenheit 9/11.

    Register here.

  • Wauconda Township Democrats February Meeting

    When: Wednesday, February 21, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:00pm
    Where: Online via Zoom.
    What: The February meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various political topics will be covered including trustee updates. Guests this month are Hilary Winiarz, Candidate for Lake County Board District 2, and Lindsay Prigge, Secretary and Volunteer Coordinator of the “For The People IL” organization. For Zoom link, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.

  • Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) February Meeting

    When: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
    Where: Village of Lindenhurst, 2301 E. Sand Lake Rd., Lindenhurst
    What: At IWLC’s February meeting, Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart will provide an update on his re-election campaign as well as the ongoing work he and his staff are doing to make us all safer! For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.

  • African Americans & The Arts: Black History Month Celebration

    When: Friday, February 23, 2024 at 6:30pm
    Where: Village of Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach
    What: A celebration of African American cultural movements and artists who have used art to preserve history and community memory as well as for empowerment. There will be performances by students, staff, and special guests. For more information, visit the website.

  • African Americans and the Arts: Black History Celebration

    When: Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
    Where: Zion-Benton Township High School, 3901 W. 21st St., Zion
    What: The Zion Park District sponsors Black History Celebration, featuring singing, dancing, guest speakers, poetry, and surprise entertainers. The family is welcome. Lunch will be provided. For more information, visit the Facebook page.

  • Let’s Talk the Cost of Gun Violence on Health Care

    When: Monday, February 26, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
    Where: Online
    What: ACA Consumer Advocacy hosts an online discussion with Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-2), and gun violence prevention activists Sarah Knizhnik and Jonathan Gold, about the impact and costs of gun violence on the health care of Americans, and ways the discussion can be reframed to achieve comprehensive gun violence prevention. Register online.

  • Lake Dems Zoom Phone Bank for Maria Peterson

    When: Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 12:00 to 2:00pm

    Where: Online via Zoom

    What: Phone bank to support Maria Peterson, pro-choice candidate for State Representative, District 52. She is running to defeat an anti-choice Republican zealot for State Representative. No matter where you live, who represents our area in Springfield matters. Let’s add a 100% pro-choice voice and a strong gun violence protection advocate to our team. To RSVP, email info@lakedems.org with “Maria” in the Subject Line.

  • Vigilance: Learning from the Legacies of BIPOC Environmental Leaders

    When: March 3, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00pm opening reception. Exhibition continues through May 5.
    Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
    What: Vigilance art exhibition, in partnership with Insight Advocacy, celebrates the invaluable contributions of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) leaders, voices, and individuals to the fields of environmental justice and community activism. Pieces by artists of all ages are featured. Register online.

  • Cookies & Conversation

    When: Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 4:00pm
    Where: Highland Park location provided upon RSVP
    What: An opportunity to talk with like-minded Democrats about the 2024 election. Open to Democrats. No political experience necessary. RSVP to Rachel Jacoby at rajocoby@gmail.com or text with your name to 847-650-5006.

  • Ela Township Democrats March Meeting

    When: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
    Where:  Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich.  Conference room, 2nd floor.
    What: Ela Township Democrats will gather to discuss upcoming plans and events. This is not a library-sponsored event.

  • University Center Art & Wine Scholarship Fundraiser

    When: Friday, March 8, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:30pm
    Where: 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
    What: University Center presents its Art & Wine Scholarship Fundraiser. The event includes a future artist show, silent and live auctions, a wine pull, drawings, music, and appetizers. To register, visit www.ucenter.org/events-news. For information, call 847-665-4000.

  • Game Party Supporting Rep. Laura Faver Dias

    When: Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
    What: An afternoon of gaming entertainment to support State Representative Laura Faver Dias. Ticket includes access to the game library, a snack table, and soft drinks. A cash bar will also be available. Register online.

  • Moraine Township Democrats’ Annual Spring Forward Membership Reception

    When: Sunday afternoon, March 10, 2024 (the day we change our clocks), from 2:30 to 4:00pm.
    Where: A venue in Moraine Township, which includes most of Highland Park, all of Highwood and Fort Sheridan, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.  Once Upon a Bagel, 1888 1st Street, Highland Park.
    What: Moraine Township Democrats’ annual Spring Forward membership reception. Attendees will hear from elected officials who will appear on the March and November 2024 ballots, and will mingle with them and other Democratic officials and friends while enjoying a nosh. For more information, email info@morainedems.org or go to morainedems.org/spring2024.

  • Maria Peterson Online Town Hall on Gun Safety

    When: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 7:30 to 8:30pm
    Where: Online via Zoom
    What: Maria Peterson, candidate for State Representative, District 52, is a gun safety advocate, a member of Moms Demand Action, and has been endorsed by Everytown. She welcomes special guest Angela Ferrell-Zabala, first-ever Executive Director of Moms Demand Action. Register here.

  • Fremont Township Democrats March Meeting

    When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 6:00pm
    Where:  Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein (small party room) and online via Zoom
    What: All things political will be discussed, including GOTV for the March 19th primary and how to lay the groundwork for victory in 2024. 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.com.