When: Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee.
What: The monthly meeting of the Warren Township Democrats featuring guest speakers Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, Warren Township Dems Vice Chair Celeste Flores, and Waukegan Mayoral candidate Sam Cunningham.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00am
Where: Little Bean Coffee, 395 Lake St., Antioch
What: Antioch and Grant Township Democrats gather for discussion and networking. To RSVP, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30am
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake
What: An informative and supportive forum addressing senior healthcare and legal issues within the LGBTQ+ community. RSVP to 847-223-2310 or email StAndrewGrayslake@sbcglobal.net.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Barrington location provided upon RSVP
What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:30am to 12:30pm
Where: Tesla, 1121 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. We’ll be gathering on the sidewalk in front of the Tesla dealership.
What: Lake County Democrats gather to protest Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and Donald Trump’s biggest campaign donor, and his troubling behavior as part of the Trump administration, as well as Donald Trump. Let us know if you’d like to help organize this event by emailing info@lakedems.org with Elon Protest in the subject line.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park
What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with two of Highland Park’s mom candidates: Josie Beck for HP Park District Commissioner, and Lori Fink for North Shore School District 112 Board. Space is limited—please register at https://lu.ma/cu6csssv.
When: Monday, February 24, 2025 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 2025 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Ben Head, Co-Founder, Operation Swing State; Robin Kelly, Congresswoman, Illinois 2nd; Joe Power, Founding Partner, Power Rogers Trial Lawyers; and Ram Villivalam, State Senator, 8th District, 39th Ward Democratic Committeeperson. Tenth Dems Founder and Lake Dems Chair Lauren Beth Gash serves as Vice Chair on the Executive Board of the IDCCA and is a past recipient of the Party Builder of the Year Award. RSVP here or email dan@idcca.org or call 217-753-3380 for questions or to RSVP.
When: Monday, February 24, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: JJ Twiggs, 1200 N. Old Rand Rd., Wauconda
What: Ask questions, learn about the candidates and their priorities, and stay informed about what’s happening with the school board. RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16GHiMR9zZ/.
When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11:30am to 3:00pm
Where: Il Forno Pizza & Pasta, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield
What: A Day of Action for Democrats for West Deerfield Township. Literature and walk sheets will be provided. Yard signs will be available. For more information and to RSVP, email info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park
What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with Highland Park’s dad candidates: Jaret Fishman for North Shore School District 112 Board; Kevin Cullather for City Council; Bradley Hergott for North Shore School District 112 Board; Ryan Morgan for North Shore School District 112 Board; Art Kessler for North Shore School District 112 Board; Jon Center for City Council; Bennett Lasko for North Shore School District 112 Board; Tom Vanden Berk for Park District Commissioner; and Steve Greenberg for Park District Commissioner. To register, visit http://hp-votes.com.
When: Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 1:00pm
Where: The Moraine Events (former Highland Park Country Club), 1201 Park Ave. West, Highland Park
What: The League of Women Voters of Highland Park-Highwood sponsors the upcoming nonpartisan, in-person Candidates Forum. 1:00pm: Candidates for Park District of Highland Park; 2:00pm: Candidates for Highland Park City Council; and 3:00pm: Candidates for North Shore District #112.
When: Monday, March 3, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein
What: Fremont Democrats are putting the FUN in FUNdraiser by hosting a Mardi Gras potluck party. RSVP to fremontdems@gmail.com or call 847-533-5717 including what Mardi Gras-inspired dish you plan to bring.
When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 4:30 to 6:00pm
Where: Naperville Train Station area (overpass over Washington and train loading areas)
What: A gathering of National Organization for Women (NOW), League of Women Voters of Naperville, AAUW Naperville Area, National Council of Jewish Women Chicago North Shore, and Naper Pride to shine a Light for Our Democracy. More information here.
When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom.
What: Consolidated election candidates supported by Ela Township Democrats will speak at this month’s meeting. Email elademocrats@gmail.com for the Zoom link.
When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online
What: A virtual session with Congressman Quigley as he provides updates on his actions to hold the Trump administration accountable. RSVP: QuigleyTownHall.eventbrite.com.
When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online
What: A virtual session with Congressman Quigley as he provides updates on his actions to hold the Trump administration accountable. RSVP: QuigleyTownHall.eventbrite.com.
When: Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
What: Libertyville Township Democrats March Meeting. Email libertyvilledems@gmail.com to learn more.
When: Friday, March 7th, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Bertrand Lanes, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan
What: Waukegan Township Dems host a bowling fundraiser at Bertrand Lanes. This event is an evening of entertainment and community engagement. For more information and to RSVP click here.
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:30am
Where: Antioch Public Library, 757 N. Main St., Antioch
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. There will be a discussion of the offices and candidates for the April 1 municipal election and the 2025 parade schedule. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Grayslake Recreation Center
What: Illinois State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, LGBTQ+ Center Lake County, Illinois State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, and Mano A Mano are pleased to partner with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to provide mobile DMV services to our constituents. Appointments are required. Click here.
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Exchange Dr. & Rte. 14 Crystal Lake, (5260 NW Hwy., Crystal Lake)
What: An International Women’s Day march. Click here for more information and to RSVP.
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 11:00am to 3:00pm
Where: YWCA Evanston/North Shore, 1215 Church St., Room 206, Evanston
What: A celebration of International Women’s Day. The event includes yoga, interactive sessions with State Senator Laura Fine and State Representative Robyn Gabel, and a networking lunch.
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Meet at Craving Gyros, 2 E. Main St., Lake Zurich
What: Door Knocking in Lake Zurich School District 95. Email DanaLee.Miroballi@outlook.com or call Dana Lee Miroballi at 202-441-1331 to RSVP.
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Barrington location provided upon RSVP
What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
What: Brushwood Center celebrates Women’s History Month with an afternoon of chamber music featuring works written and performed by women. RSVP here. For additional information, email pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org.
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Once Upon A Bagel, 1888 1st St., Highland Park
What: Annual Moraine Township Democrats Spring Forward membership reception – on the day we change our clocks. Enjoy bagels, beverages, sweets, and time with like-minded Democratic neighbors, candidates, and elected officials. RSVP here. For additional information email info@morainedems.org with "Spring Forward" in the subject line. (Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.)
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Destino Ristorante, 5101 Washington St., Suite 34, Gurnee
What: Hear more about Carissa Casbon’s campaign for Warren Township Supervisor. Tickets include food. RSVP here.
When: Monday, March 10 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Telephone Town Hall
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a telephone town hall in English and Spanish to update constituents on President Trump’s recent actions and what Congress is doing in response. Sign up at Schneider.house.gov/live. For questions, call 202-225-4835.
When: Tuesday, March 11 at 8:00am
Where: Vernon Hills High School LMC Classroom
What: State Representative Laura Favor Diaz speaks about careers for women in male-dominated fields. For more information click here.