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.
When: Monday, April 24, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar, 1115 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills
What: Congressman Brad Schneider holds April’s Coffee Club, this month with drinks at a restaurant/bar in Vernon Hills. It will be an outdoor event. RSVP online or for questions, email Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com or call 847-530-2744
When: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 from 3:00 to 6:00pm. Doors open at 3:00pm, film starts at 4:30pm
Where: Genesee Theater, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Waukegan Police Department host a showing of “The Amendment,” a film about victim rights. The event will include a resource fair and a panel discussion about the film and victim rights. RSVP here. For questions, email Sara Avalos at savalos@lakecountyil.gov
When: Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee
What: Agenda items include discussion of results of the April 4 consolidated election, Summer BBQ and Warren Dems Let’s Talk Politics with Tenth Dems, Also the Spring Food Bank Drive for Eternal Flame Church’s food bank . For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795
When: Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 8:00 to 11:00am
Where: Woodland Intermediate, 1115 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee
What: Woodland School District 50 is hosting a Career Fair, hiring for all positions. Register here.
When: Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: HomeSmart Connect, 150 E. Cook Ave., Libertyville
What: State Treasurer Holly Kim holds an information session on Real Estate Property Taxes. To register, text the word “TAXES” to 224-489-4046. For more information, visit the Facebook page. or call for more information.
When: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 5:00 to 6:30pm
Where: DLA Piper, 444 W. Lake St., Chicago
What: Personal PAC Lawyers for Choice hosts Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul in a discussion on the Texas ruling. Register here. For more information or to RSVP, contact Liz or Emily at rsvp@LBHChicago.com or call 312-806-2743.
When: Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 6:30pm
Where: Pinstripes, 1150 Willow Rd., Northbrook
What: The North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic celebrates its 8th Anniversary. The clinic provides accessible, quality, equitable, free legal services in the areas of domestic violence, housing, and immigration to give low-income, at-risk community members access to justice and the opportunity to live productive and secure lives. Register here.
When: Friday, May 5, 2023 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 N. Green Bay Road, North Chicago
What: The Second Annual Juvenile Justice Spring Seminar will bring local and national experts to Lake County to discuss topics including: diversity, equity and inclusion; suicide prevention; and recognizing the signs of teen dating violence. Free to attend, Free CLE and Free PD. Morning refreshments will be provided. Register online at https://lakecountyjjc.org/2023-spring-seminar/
When: Friday, May 5, 2023. Registration opens: 11:30am, luncheon begins: 12:00 noon
Where: Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel, 301 East North Water Street, Chicago
What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Annual Ultimate Women’s Power Lunch hosts Congresswoman and Black Caucus Chair Karen Bass, mayor-elect of Los Angeles, and Congresswoman Katherine Clark, Democratic Whip of the U.S. House.
And there may be others!
Register here to join us at our tables. Be sure to put Lake Dems, Tenth Dems or Lauren Beth Gash in the sit with field when you register.
When: Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Robert Crown School, 620 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda
What: Wauconda Township Dems hold a highway cleanup along Bonner Road. To RSVP, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com
When: Sunday, May 7, 2023. Doors open at 11:00am, program starts at 11:30am
Where: Northbrook Hilton, 2855 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook
What: 2023 Women for Brad luncheon in support of Congressman Brad Schneider. RSVP here. For questions, contact eli@schneiderforcongress.com