When: Monday, December 5, 2022 from 9:30am.
Where: Livestreamed here.
What: The swearing in of the Honorable Christopher M. Kennedy, the Honorable Mark L. Levitt, the Honorable Reginald C. Mathews, Sharmila K. Manak, John L. Joanem, and R. Christopher Ditton.
When: Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 6:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom and live at the Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 South Lake Street in Mundelein (in the small party room).
What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. For those attending in person, food will be available at the Dockside Diner. To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com
When: Sunday, December 11, 2022 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Lower level meeting room
What: If you are running for local office (village board, school board, library board, etc.) and would like your petitions checked and notarized before you turn them in, Lake Dems will have volunteer election attorneys and notaries on hand. Donuts and coffee, too. Open to Democrats. For questions, email info@lakedems.org
When: Monday, December 12, 2022 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa
What: Monthly membership meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. Holiday gathering with hot cocoa and cookies. For questions, contact Joe Bongiovanni at granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com
When: Monday, December 12, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Link will be sent on the day of the event.
What: A conversation with one of America’s top political strategists, Pete Giangreco, who will share his insights and analysis of elections across the nation this past November. RSVP here. Open to Democrats.
When: Tuesday, December 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm Where: Vernon Township Community Service Building, 2900 N. Mail Street, Buffalo Grove What: BG Pride, State Senator Adriane Johnson and State Representative Dan Didech host Rally for Love in Honor of Club Q. Colorado with Sara Knizhnik, Chair of Lake County State’s Attorney Gun Violence Prevention Initiative and Lake…
When: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to drlesliedrl@gmail.com
What: The December meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. This 2022 year-end wrap-up celebrates successes and plans activities for 2023.
When: Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Vernon Township Community Services Building, 2900 N. Main Street, Buffalo Grove
What: A discussion of the SAFE-T Act’s implementation in Lake County with State Representative Daniel Didech, Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and Lake County Board Member Sara Knizhnik. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 847-478-9909 or email info@repdidech.com
When: Saturday, December 17, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Fuller Center in Waukegan, 141 S. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: Congressman Brad Schneider’s Annual Holiday Party. RSVP here. For questions, contact Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com. In lieu of contributions, please consider bringing gloves, winter hats and socks which will be donated to Allendale 4 Kids in Lake Villa.
When: Thursday, January 5, 2023. Doors open at 6:00pm, show starts at 7:00pm
Where: Genesee Theater, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A short film by Yashin “Inchworm” Phillips that follows a father’s journey toward understanding sex trafficking with an experience that hits close to home. Purchase tickets here
When: Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 10:30am to 12:00 noon
Where: Highland Park Presbyterian Church, 330 Laurel Ave., Highland Park
What: Group leaders with expertise in community trauma offer a free conversation and support group to grapple with the psychic impact and the short- and long-term effects of community trauma. For more information, contact Ross Nickow at rossnickow@gmail.com
When: Monday, January 9, 2023 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa
What: Monthly membership meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. RSVP to granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com For questions, contact Susan Moore at susanmoore281@yahoo.com
When: Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom and live at the Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 South Lake Street in Mundelein (in the small party room). To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com
What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. The meeting includes a discussion of all things political, including the upcoming municipal elections this coming April. Food available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. For more information, visit the Facebook page.
When: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to drlesliedrl@gmail.com
What: The January meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various topics will be covered including updates from local candidates and trustees.
When: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: Attendees at the January meeting will meet the five School Board candidates that the IWLC is endorsing. Candidates will talk about their races and how the IWLC can help support them. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
When: Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Club Tiki, 3500 Sunset Ave., Waukegan
What: A fundraiser in support of Mike Hewitt for 8th Ward Alderman. A ticket to the event includes a banquet-style dinner. To RSVP, call 224-723-7536.
When: Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 10:30am to 2:00pm
Where: Waukegan Public Library, 128 N. County St., Waukegan
What: The Lake County Juvenile Justice Council hosts the first Juvenile Expungement Council, where individuals with juvenile records can walk in and fill out the paperwork necessary to get their records expunged. Volunteers will be on site to assist and answer questions. Register here. For more information, go to lakecountyjjc.org, email lakecountyjjc@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page.
When: Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: 51st District Office, 830 West Northwest Highway, Suite #9, Palatine
What: State Representative Nabeela Syed holds her 51st District Office Open House.
When: Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:00am
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim and fiscal fitness coaches will cover topics such as budgeting, credit scores, financing, and more. This class will detail all of the information you need to know about purchasing a home. Register here.
When: Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 2:00pm
Where: North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
What: A performance of the hilarious political comedy of DC’s Reflecting Fools (formerly The Capitol Steps Comedy Troupe), followed by 4 PM early dinner right next door at Jameson’s Charhouse. Sign up here.
When: Monday, January 30, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Waukegan Public Library, Ray Bradbury Room, 128 North County Street, Waukegan. Also broadcast live on Facebook.
What: The Office of Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and Lake County Coalition Against Human Trafficking hold a candle vigil recognizing victims and survivors of human trafficking. This event is open to the public. For questions or concerns, contact Shea Needham at sneedham@lakecountyil.gov or Jessica Lomelin at jlomelin@asafeplaceforhelp.org
When: Wednesday, February 1, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: The monthly meeting of the Lake Villa Dems. Open to local Democrats only. Please register at lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com. Registration is not an automatic confirmation of entrance to meeting.
When: Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 9:00 to 10:00am
Where: Original Bagel and Bialy, 105 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove
What: Vernon Township Democrats hold their first meeting in 2023. RSVP here.
When: Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Patricia A. Jones Center (Formerly Park Place), 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan
What: State Representative Rita Mayfield and State Senator Adriane Johnson host Community Resource and Jobs Fair. Attendees will receive assistance from state and local agencies. Click here for details.
When: Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom and live at the Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 South Lake Street in Mundelein (in the small party room). To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com
What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. The meeting includes a discussion of all things political, including the upcoming municipal elections this coming April. Food available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. For more information, visit the Facebook page.
When: Friday, February 10, 2023 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where: Quadrangle Club Library, 1155 East 57th St., Chicago
What: A discussion of the voting power of Gen Z in the 2022 elections, and what it portends for 2024. Congresswoman Elisa Slotkin (D-MI), Gen Z Voting Activist Victor Shi and Jack Lobel, spokesman for Voters of Tomorrow, will join in the conversation. Lunch will be provided. Register here.
When: Friday, February 10, 2023 at 1:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim presents the next class in her Fiscal Fitness series. The session will focus on setting financial goals that can help people take charge of their financial well-being.
When: Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Doors open at 3:45pm.
Where: Max and Benny’s Restaurant, 461 Waukegan Road, Northbrook
What: This is the latest edition of Tenth Dems University’s (TDU) Let’s Talk Politics series. This one will be Let’s Talk Politics: The Assault Weapons Ban in Illinois. We’re so happy we’ll be joined by State Rep. Bob Morgan and State Senator Julie Morrison, bill sponsors who led the floor debate in their respective chambers to pass the recently-enacted Assault Weapons Ban.
Let’s Talk Politics is a moderated discussion and allows opportunities for Democrats in and around the 10th District to talk about important issues of the day with each other and guests that often include elected officials, candidates, political analysts, and authors. Admission is free and open to all Democrats. Register here.
When: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 6:30pm
Where: Round Lake Beach Civic Center, 2007 N. Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach
What: Lake County States Attorney Eric Rinehart sponsors the tenth annual Lake County Rising poem and essay contest for Lake County high school students, including poster entries from those in middle school. The theme is “Love Unchained: Finding, Defining, and Reclaiming Our Voices.” Winners will be announced at the event, which includes a resource fair for nonprofit organizations that provide services to women and/or children. Online submission rules and instructions. For questions, email lakecountyrising@gmail.com For more information, visit the Facebook page.
When: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 6:00pm for optional dinner for purchase, 6:30 for meeting
Where: Bella Via, 1899 Second Street, Highland Park
What: The Moraine Township Democrats February meeting. Discussion will include the March Spring Forward Celebration. Spring Forward is Moraine Dems’ annual membership event and fundraiser, and also an opportunity to meet Democratic candidates running in the election this spring. Open to Democrats. To RSVP, email info@morainedems.org