When: Saturday, August 6, 2022. Meet before 9:25am. Parade from 10:00 to 11:15am
Where: Foss Park District, 1730 Lewis Ave., North Chicago. Alternate address: 13th and Adams in North Chicago.
What: Walk with North Chicago City Treasurer Vance D. Wyatt in the North Chicago Community Days Parade.
When: Saturday, August 6, 2022; line up at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am
Where: 1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago
What: Walk with Congressman Brad Schneider in the North Chicago Community Days Parade. For more details, contact ethan@schneiderforcongress.com
When: Cancelled due to weather; Sunday, August 7, 2022.
Where: Line up at spot #18 on Blackburn Street just off Grandview in Gurnee.
What: Walk with Warren Township Democrats, Lake County Board members, other Democratic officials and candidates in the Gurnee Days Parade. (Note: Due to the times, extra security measures have been added.) For questions, contact Bonnie Berger-Neel at jcnbbn@gmail.com or 847-899-7140.
When: Monday, August 8, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa
What: The monthly meeting of the Antioch and Grant Township Democrats. For questions, email granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com
When: Tuesday, August 9, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Black Lung Brewing, 2217 N. IL 83, Round Lake Beach
What: A summer reception in support of Mary Edly-Allen, candidate for Illinois Senate 31st District, kicks off her General Election campaign. Register online For questions or to RSVP, email kelly@ilsenatedems.org
When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 5:00pm
Where: Highland Park address provided upon RSVP.
What: A garden party with pro-choice friends for a discussion about the 2022 Election. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Register here.
When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm.
Where: Round Lake Beach Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach
What: Lake County will host a live event in open house format where residents can share their input on how a portion of the ARPA funding could best benefit our communities in the recovery and response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Sidetrack Chicago, 3349 N. Halsted St., Chicago
What: A celebration of pride with Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk. Register here. To RSVP, contact Woody at woody@mfstrategies.com or call 314-803-7965
When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 10:00am
Where: Location provided upon registration.
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Northbrook to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.
When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Maria Peterson Campaign Office, 840 S. Northwest Highway, Lower Level, Barrington
What: Maria Peterson, candidate for Illinois State Senate, celebrates her Campaign Office Grand Opening with a day of action. To RSVP, email info@mariapetersonforsenate.com or elaine@mariapetersonforsenate.com or call 312-566-1558
When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: 103 S. Randall Road, SE corner of Randall and Algonquin Roads, Algonquin
What: McHenry County Citizens for Choice, McHenry County NOW and Standing Up Against Racism Woodstock sponsor a rally for reproductive rights. For additional information visit the Facebook page.
When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:30pm
Where: Private home in Pineview Estates, Lake Villa. Address provided upon RSVP.
What: : Lake Villa Dems will be walking for candidates Anthony Vega, Holly Kim, John Idleburg and Dr. Michael Karner. RSVP to Lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com
When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Genesee Theater, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan
What: Heart of the City’s fifth anniversary and inaugural gala. The organization uses soccer as a way to teach youth essential life skills, train them as leaders and mentors, and connect them with postsecondary opportunities. Register here.
When: Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 1pm to 3pm
Where: Wauconda Library Parking Lot, 801 N. Main Street, Wauconda
What: Wauconda Township Democrats sponsor a Day of Action for Lake County Democrats. Volunteers will drop off literature packets or walk with candidates who will be knocking on doors in precincts throughout the Village of Wauconda. To RSVP, email cgt011@gmail.com
When: Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Madcats, 117 West Slade Street, Palatine
What: A Summer Reception in support of Nabeela Syed, candidate for District 51 State Representative, with special guest, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch. RSVP here.
When: Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Jewett Park Pavilion, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield
What: The Optimist Club of Deerfield celebrates its 50th Anniversary with an Ice Cream Social. There will be a DJ, games, prizes and other features. Free to Deerfield residents and friends. For more information, visit the club’s Facebook page.
When: Monday, August 15, 2022 at 6:00pm
Where: Schneider for Congress Northbrook headquarters. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.
What: Congressman Brad Schneider’s reelection campaign kickoff. Attendees will hear from Congressman Schneider and his team. Pizza and refreshments will be served. For questions or additional information, contact Ethan Wolf at Ethan@schneiderforcongress.com
When: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6:00pm
Where: Location provided upon registration.
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Fox Lake to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.
When: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Highland Park Library, 494 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park
What: State Representative Bob Morgan holds a Town Hall Meeting, Let’s Talk About Important Issues: Health, Public Safety, Environment. The event is free and open to the public.
When: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to cgt011@gmail.com
What: The August meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats features Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk; Maria Peterson, candidate for State Senator and Mary Morgan, candidate for State Representative. There will be discussion of the November 8, 2022 General Election, future “Days of Action” in Wauconda Township and other Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities.
When: Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:00pm
Where: Location provided upon registration.
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Grayslake to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.
When: Thursday, August 18, 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). To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com
What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. Food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner.
When: Friday, August 19, 2022 at 10:00am. The workshop will be repeated Wednesday, August 24, at 7:00pm and Saturday, September 3, at 10:00am
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
What: Assessment Appeal Workshop with Andrew Richter, West Deerfield Township Assessor.
When: Friday, August 19, 2022 from 6:00 to 9:00pm. VIP event 5:30 to 6:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago
What: Lake County Democratic Women hold their 2022 Gala. Proof of vaccination may be required. For questions, contact Kate Johnson at kjohns8888@gmail.com RSVP here
When: Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 12:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Waukegan Lakefront Stiner Pavilion, 201 East Seahorse Drive, Waukegan
What: Commissioner Angelo Kyle sponsors Lake County AfroFest 22 Music and Food Festival.
When: Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00pm
Where: 6020 Washington Street, Gurnee
What: A luau supporting the reelection of Erin Cartwright Weinstein for Clerk of the Circuit Court and Holly Kim for Lake County Treasurer. RSVP here.
When: Saturday, August 20, 2022. Line up at 5:30pm; step off at 6:00pm
Where: Gather at Grayslake Central High School, 400 N. Lake Street, Grayslake
What: Grayslake Summer Days Parade with Congressman Brad Schneider and other local Democrats.
When: Sunday, August 21, 2022; start at 9:00am, ride time 9:30 to 11:30am
Where: Old School Forest Preserve, 26285 North Saint Marys Road, Libertyville
What: A 14.4-mile bike ride with Congressman Brad Schneider through a part of Illinois’ Tenth Congressional District. Helmets are required. Sign-in waiver for insurance purposes. Bring hydration (water bottles), food and cash if you would like to purchase something. RSVP here. For questions contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870
When: Sunday, August 21, 2022. Vernon Township at 12:00pm
Where: Vernon Township Community Center, 2900 N. Main Street, Buffalo Grove
What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and your elected officials hold a Meet and Greet for constituents. Complimentary refreshments will be served. RSVP here.
When: Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 12:30 to 1:30pm
Where: Something’s Brewing, 82 Center Street, Grayslake
What: Congressman Brad Schneider holds this month’s Coffee Club in Grayslake. It will be an outdoor event. All attendees will need to be vaccinated to attend. RSVP online or for questions, email Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com or call 847-530-2744