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  • Lake Villa Dems Booth at Celebration of Fall

    When: Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 3:00 to 8:30pm
    Where: Cedar and Grand Avenues, Lake Villa
    What: The Lake Villa Dems will be hosting a booth at the annual Celebration of Fall. Folks can stop by, say “Hi,” sign petitions for upcoming municipal candidates and show support. To volunteer at our booth, sign up here.

  • An Afternoon in Support of Kelli Wegener for McHenry County Board Chair

    When: Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Independence Grove Observation Deck, 16400 W. Buckley Rd., Libertyville
    What: An afternoon in support of McHenry County Board Member Kelli Wegener, a candidate for McHenry County Board Chair. Tickets include appetizers and soft drinks. RSVP here.

  • Antioch & Grant Township Democrats September Meeting

    When: Monday, September 9, 2024 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
    Where: Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Rd., Fox Lake
    What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. There will be discussion of offices and candidates for the April 1, 2025 Municipal Elections. Also candidate support for the November 5, 2024 Election. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

  • Winning Elections: Tips/Best Practices for Precinct Committeepersons and Grassroots Volunteers

    When: Monday, September 9, 7:00pm

    Where: Online via Zoom. Link will be sent closer to the event.

    What: Tips/Best Practices for Precinct Committeepersons and Grassroots Volunteers. The stakes of the election couldn’t be higher. Join us for a how-to for Lake Dems Precinct Committeepersons and grassroots Democratic volunteers presented by Lake Dems Field Director Andrew Katz, who served as Illinois State Field Director for the Obama campaign (and others). Talking to voters face-to-face is the single most effective way to persuade voters to support our candidates. Success this fall will depend on all of us, and the more people we get talking to voters directly, the more successful we will be. Open to Democrats. Any Democrat committed to working to elect our candidates is welcome to attend. Sign up here.

  • Highland Park Presidential Debate Watch Party

    When: Doors open at 7:00pm; Debate starts at 8:00pm. Conversation and activities before debate begins.
    Where: Wayfarer Theaters, 1850 Second Street, Highland Park
    What: Presidential Debate Watch Party with Lake Dems at the recently reopened, ultra-comfortable Wayfarer Theaters. Experience the debate in style. Sit back and relax in your recliner as you watch. Popcorn included. Concessions available for purchase. Come cheer on Kamala Harris as she takes on Donald Trump. Fun times before the debate even starts: Get your picture taken with a Kamala cutout, make bracelets, hear from some social media influencers, write postcards (provided to attendees who want them) to swing states, chat with other Democrats excited for the big event, and more. RSVP required. Cost of admission is proof of a direct contribution of $20 or more to the Harris campaign starting on 9/6/24. Once you RSVP for this event, you will receive a confirmation email — you can click the link on that confirmation to contribute directly to the Harris Victory Fund. (This is not a Lake Dems fundraiser. All funds we raise go to the Harris Victory Fund.) Open to Democrats. Register here.

  • Debate Watch Party with Maria for 52

    When: Tuesday, September 10 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

    Where: Barrington address given upon RSVP

    What: Maria is hosting a potluck dinner with friends to see Kamala take on Trump. Bring a dish and watch history being made. To RSVP, email: joshua.kilroy@gmail.com. For questions, call 312-593-1886.

  • Lake Villa Dems and Lake Dems Cosponsor Debate Watch Party

    When: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 7:30 to 9:30pm
    Where: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters (Agora Coworking), 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Suite 106, Grayslake
    What: Come watch Kamala Harris debate Donald Trump at Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters! It’s a Potluck, so please bring a dish to share! We will also be writing postcards. If you would like to donate stamps or cash to the effort, please feel free. Harris signs will be available for a suggested donation of at least $3 to cover costs incurred by the Lake Villa Dems. RSVP here.

  • Write Postcards with Lake Dems to Elect Democrats

    When: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
    What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses, and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.

  • Schneider for Congress Virtual Phone Bank

    When: Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
    Where: Online via Zoom-Link provided upon RSVP
    What: Join Team Brad for a Virtual Phone Bank in support of his re-election to Congress! Democrats need to retake the House, and sending Brad back to Congress is a key part of that. With 60 days until Election Day, NOW is the time to get the word out! Whether you're an experienced phone banker or this is your first time, we'd love to have you! We will do a brief refresher on how to phone bank at the beginning of the session. To RSVP email quinn@schneiderforcongress.com or call/text: (708) 557-3451.

  • Brushwood Center Presents Radical Hope: Building Climate Resilience for Healthy Communities

    When: Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
    Where: Brushwood Gallery at Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
    What: An immersive exhibition exploring the challenges facing humans and our ecosystems, finding new ways to build connections, and learning about those working towards a better future for everyone. For more information visit https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/radical-hope/.

  • Lake Villa Dems Day of Action

    When: Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00pm
    Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
    What: An afternoon of knocking doors for Democrats up and down the ballot in Lake Villa Township. Volunteers will be paired with an experienced canvasser who will teach you. Postcards will be available for those who cannot door knock due to physical limitations. RSVP here.

  • Lake County Democrats Day of Action for Maria Peterson

    When: Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
    Where: Maria Peterson’s Campaign Office, 777 Lake Zurich Rd., Barrington
    What: A Day of Action for Lake County Dems canvassing and postcarding for Maria Peterson, candidate for State Representative in the 52nd District. The canvassing starts at 11:00am. The postcarding starts at 1:30pm. To RSVP, email Josh Kilroy at jkilroy@hdemsil.com.

  • Knock Doors with Lake Dems to Help Win Over Wisconsin (WOW!)

    When: Saturday, September 14. Training starts around noon, and we’re usually ready to head out by 12:30 and home before 4:30.
    Where: Kenosha, Wisconsin. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the exact gathering place a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.
    What: WOW! is a Lake Dems project, in conjunction with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems), to persuade voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors and speak with voters identified as undecided or leaning Democratic. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. We’ll be participating in a WisDems Weekend of Action. This is an exciting opportunity to help carry a swing state crucial to victory in November. RSVP here.

  • Knock Doors with Lake Dems to Help Win Over Wisconsin (WOW!)

    When: Sunday, September 15. Training starts around noon, and we’re usually ready to head out by 12:30 and home before 4:30.
    Where: Kenosha, Wisconsin. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the exact gathering place a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.
    What: WOW! is a Lake Dems project, in conjunction with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems), to persuade voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors and speak with voters identified as undecided or leaning Democratic. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. We’ll be participating in a WisDems Weekend of Action. This is an exciting opportunity to help carry a swing state crucial to victory in November. RSVP here.

  • Not Another Postcard Writing Party! with Lake Dems and IWLC

    When: Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
    What: Lake Dems and Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) are writing 300 postcards. In order to get these written and stamped in three hours, their goal is to have 30 people attend. So please bring a friend and a roll of stamps. There will be a QR code handy if you cannot find stamps at the local post office.

  • Lake Dems Canvassing Training and Knocking Doors in Highland Park

    When: Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
    Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters – Moraine Township Dems, 474 Central Ave. (LOWER LEVEL), Highland Park.
    What: Lake Dems sponsors a morning of knocking doors for Democrats up and down the ballot in Lake County. New volunteers will be paired with an experienced canvasser who will teach you. To RSVP, email anne_richardson@mac.com

  • Lake Dems Write Postcards for Kamala

    When: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
    Where: Tower Lakes address provided upon RSVP
    What: A postcard-writing event to help get out the vote for Kamala in Wisconsin. Light refreshments will be served. To RSVP, call 847-650-4658 or email mlensotr@sbcglobal.net.

  • Write Postcards with Lake Dems to Elect Democrats

    When: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
    Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
    What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses, and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.

  • Wauconda Township Democrats September Meeting

    When: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
    Where:  Church of the Holy Apostles, 26238 Rt. 59, Wauconda
    What: The September meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Attendees will organize for October canvassing and build lit kits. Feel free to bring a snack to share and be ready to talk politics. To RSVP, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.

  • Lake Dems and Fremont Dems Postcard-Writing Event

    When: Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
    Where: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters, 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake. The meeting is usually on the second floor, and there is no elevator.
    What: Lake Dems and Fremont Dems host a postcard-writing event. Postcards will be sent to swing states. Refreshments and pizza will be provided. Please bring postage stamps or help cover their cost with a donation at fremontdems.org. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com.

  • Grant Township Democrats Roadway Clean-up

    When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:00am
    Where: Grant Woods, Long Lake Trailhead parking lot on Rollins Road between Wilson and Fairfield roads, Ingleside.
    What: Grant Township Dems clean up their adopted mile of Rollins Road, east of Wilson Road. Wear long sleeves, long pants, and work gloves; emergency vests will be provided. For questions email Randy Read at ranhandle@aol.com.

  • Lake Dems Writes Postcards in the Grayslake Office

    When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
    Where: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters (Agora Coworking), 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Suite 106, Grayslake
    What: Open to all of Lake County. Postcard writing in new Grayslake office. Please bring postcard stamps. RSVP to Traceyrepa3@gmail.com.

  • Knock Doors with State Senator Edly-Allen in Grayslake

    When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00pm
    Where: Senator Edly-Allen Campaign Office, 10 N. Lake St., Grayslake
    What: Knocking on doors in support of State Senator Edly-Allen. For those who don’t have canvassing experience, there will be training and pairing with someone who does. Register here.

  • Knock Doors with Lake Dems to Help Win Over Wisconsin (WOW!)

    When: Saturday, September 21. Training starts around noon, and we’re usually ready to head out by 12:30 and home before 4:30.
    Where: Southeast Wisconsin, in areas such as Kenosha, Racine, or Burlington. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the exact gathering place a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.
    What: WOW! is a Lake Dems project, in conjunction with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems), to persuade voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors and speak with voters identified as undecided or leaning Democratic. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. We’ll be participating in a WisDems Weekend of Action. This is an exciting opportunity to help carry a swing state crucial to victory in November. RSVP here.

  • Holly Kim’s Korean BBQ and Karaoke Birthday Party

    When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
    Where: BBQ Garden, 9020 W. Golf Rd., Niles
    What: Attendees join Holly and her family for a celebration of her birthday with food, fun, and friends. Plus, no Korean BBQ would be complete without Karaoke! RSVP here.