When: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 1:30 to 4:00pm

Where: Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 North Civic Center Way, Round Lake

What: The Office of Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart presents the latest in their ongoing series of Diversion and Deflection in Lake County. The event will include keynote speaker, Chelsea Laliberte-Barnes; presentations from A Way Out, Nicasa, NIRCO, and the Lake County Health Department; examples of Diversion and Deflection in Lake County’s court systems, and conclude with an audience discussion. For more information visit the Facebook page or to RSVP, email Sandra Bankston at SBankston@lakecountyil.gov

When: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Meeting again at this time on Wednesday, March 22nd.

Where: Patricia A. Jones Center, 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan. Also online via Zoom.

What: Informational meeting about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) will be held on Wednesdays, in person and via Zoom. For questions or zoom link call 847-244-4900 or email rrandle@waukegantownship.com, or visit www.waukegantownship.com

When: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where:  Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to drlesliedrl@gmail.com

What: The February meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various topics will be covered including local candidate updates, ballot referenda and trustee updates.

When: Friday, March 17, 2023. Pre-game 5:30pm, game time 7:00pm.

Where: United Center, Chicago

What: State Representative Rita Mayfield event at the Chicago Bulls versus Minnesota Timberwolves basketball game.  $1,000 pp sponsorships available.  For information, email ritamayfield60@gmail.com or call 847-975-3491

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

Where: 2302 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, North Chicago

What: North Chicago 5th Ward Meeting including “Everything Next Level” vision.
Special speakers include State Representative Rita Mayfield, State Senator Adriane Johnson, Congressman Brad Schneider and other elected officials who will be available to answer questions and hear concerns. Spanish translator will be available. Free tacos. Open to residents of North Chicago. For more information, call 224-595-7525

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 12:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Parlay at Joy District, 112 W. Hubbard St., Chicago

What: March Madness Birthday Fundraiser for Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias. Register online or RSVP to Gennifer@alexiforus.com

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Fox Lake District Library, 255 East Grand Ave., Fox Lake

What: Tenth Dems, Lake Dems, and Grant Township Democrats host another edition in Tenth Dems University (TDU) Let’s Talk Politics (LTP) series. Admission is free and open to Democrats.

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. Register here.

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Lake County Democrats Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan

What: An Open House hosted by Lake Dems at Lake County Democratic Headquarters during Waukegan’s monthly ArtWauk event. Refreshments will be served. Open to Democrats.

ArtWauk is a festive monthly event (the third Saturday of the month) in downtown Waukegan. Galleries and other venues in the Arts & Entertainment District are open to passersby and celebrate the city’s growing art community. We have a great spot— our new office is just across the street from the Genesee Theater.

Volunteers are needed to help set up, staff our office, and greet visitors. We also appreciate any office supplies you can donate to use in our new office, especially chairs and a shredder. Questions? Email info@lakedems.org.

When: Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Max and Benny’s, 461 Waukegan Road, Northbrook

What: Campaign Kickoff fundraiser in support of Congressman Brad Schneider. RSVP online or email Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Monday, March 20, 2023 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

Where: Virtual webinar. Register here.

What: Citizen Action Illinois presents a virtual webinar on what legislators can do to make healthcare more affordable in Illinois and how you can get involved.

When: Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30pm.

Where: Patricia A. Jones Center, 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan. Also online via Zoom.

What: Informational meeting about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) will be held in person and via Zoom. For questions or zoom link call 847-244-4900 or email rrandle@waukegantownship.com, or visit www.waukegantownship.com

Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee

What: The March meeting of the Warren Township Democrats features Doug Ower and Susan Zingle speaking about the Waukegan airport extension. The agenda includes the WTD Food Drive, 2023 municipal elections, the spring Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup and Roundtable Politics LXVIII. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795.

When: Monday, March 27, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Hall, 12 East Erie St., Chicago

What: Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association (IDCCA) holds its 2023 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Deborah Cosey-Lane, Secretary Treasurer of ATU Local 308; and Michael Macellaio, President of the Chicago & Cook County Building Trades Council. Tenth Dems Founder and Lake Dems Chair Lauren Beth Gash serves on the Executive Board of the IDCCA, and is a past recipient of the Party Builder of the Year Award.  RSVP here or call 217-753-3380 for questions or to RSVP.

When: Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Tap Room, 36 N. Genesee St., Waukegan

What: Re-election fundraiser for Janet E. Kilkelly, Waukegan City Clerk. Light fare and cash bar. To RSVP call 708-859-1519 or email kilkellyforwaukegan@yahoo.com

When: Monday, April 3, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Sal & Tony’s Italian Restaurant, 48 Raupp Blvd., Buffalo Grove

What: A fundraiser in support of State Representatives Mary Beth Canty and Daniel Didech. Dinner and soft drinks will be served. Register here.

When: Wednesday, April 5, 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 like-minded individuals. Please register at lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com  

When: Saturday, April 8, 2023. Line up by 10am. Step-off is 10:30am

Where: Skidmore Street, Antioch

What: Walk with Indivisible of Western Lake County (IWLC) and Antioch Township Dems in the Antioch Easter Parade. For questions, email ehebbard1@gmail.com

When: Monday, April 10, 2023 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. The speaker will be John Wasik, Lake County Board Member. RSVP to Susan Moore at  AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com

When: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 6:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here

What: Free seminar about how to comply with campaign finance filing requirements with prominent election attorney Ross Secler. During this interactive session, Ross will give an overview of the filing process, discuss the requirements for filings, and answer questions.

Zoom link will be sent the day of the seminar. One hour of CLE credit will be available for attorneys. Open to Democrats.

When: Thursday, April 13, 2023. 5:30pm eat and socialize; 6:30 meeting.

Where: Michael's Grill, 1879 2nd Street, Highland Park

What: Meeting of Moraine Township Democrats, with talk about current events and the latest updates from Anthony Vega, Lake County Clerk. Food available for purchase. This meeting is open to all Democrats and people who support Democratic candidates or causes. To RSVP, email info@morainedems.org

When: Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 10:00am

Where: Local 701 IBEW Hall, 28600 Bella Vista Parkway, Warrenville

What: Congressman Foster will be sharing what life is like as a scientist in Congress and discussing his work serving Illinois’ 11th Congressional District. Q&A session follows. RSVP online strongly encouraged. Check-in required upon arrival.

When: Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Where: University Center at the College of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake

What: This free, family-friendly event will feature over 50 exhibitors focusing on environmentally sustainable practices, including environmental clubs from local high schools. There will be information provided about gardening, composting, renewable energy, conservation and more.

When: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 1:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here for Zoom link.

What: The latest class in Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim’s Fiscally Fit series. This session will explain the concept of financial management, identify practices and rules, and explain the basics of start-up financing for a growing business and working capital and fixed assets.

When: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where:  Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to drlesliedrl@gmail.com

What: The April meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various topics will be covered including recent election results, ballot referenda and trustee updates

When: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst

What: IWLC’s April meeting hosts Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart as the guest speaker. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

When: POSTPONED. 

Where: Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 5725 Stearns School Road, corner of Dilley’s Road and Stearns School Road, Gurnee

What: On April 22 (Earth Day), Warren Township Democrats hold their Spring Adopt-A-Highway cleanup. They are responsible for Stearns School Rd. from Dilley’s Rd. to Rt 41. For further information, email jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795.

When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

Where: Mt. Sinai Institutional Baptist Church of North Chicago, 2401 Argonne Dr., North Chicago. Church parking lot

What: NAACP Lake County Branch, in partnership with Mt. Sinai Institutional Baptist Church, sponsors a Free Shred Day where Lake County residents can shred up to three banker boxes of paper and documents. For questions, contact sanniki@aol.com or call 847-445-9438.

When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm

Where: Greater Waukegan Development Coalition, 13 N. Genesee, Waukegan

What: State Representative Rita Mayfield’s Office, in conjunction with State Senator Adriane Johnson, will host a Back 2 Business Grant Seminar. Attendees will receive information on prerequisite requirements, how to apply, timeline and types of B2B grants. For questions, contact Mr. Dylan Olthoff at 60thdistrict@gmail.com

When: Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 1:30 to 4:00pm

Where: Chances Bar and Video Gaming, 455 S. US-45, Lindenhurst

What: A trivia event fundraiser in support of IWLC. Winning team prizes: 1st Place: 4 Tickets to Genesee Theater ($100 Value), 2nd Place: 4 Tickets to Marcus Theater Gurnee ($79) Value), 3rd Place: 4 Gift Certificates to Chances ($60 Value)

When: Monday, April 24, 2023 at 11:45am

Where: East Bank Club, 500 N. Kingsbury St., Chicago

What: Lunch with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, in support of the Durbin Victory Fund. Register here. For questions, contact Nancy Kohn at Nkohn@kohnconsulting.com or 312-925-8067.