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  • Postcard Writing to Wisconsin with West Deerfield Dems

    When: Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

    Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop (back room), 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Dems will be writing Get Out the Vote postcards to Wisconsin voters. They will provide the cards, addresses, and the messages to write. Please plan to order some food/drink, bring a pen, some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write, socialize and WIN! In addition, if you are able, please bring non-perishable food items for the Deerfield Food Pantry. For more information or to RSVP: Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.

  • Coffee and Community with Democratic Candidates

    When: Sunday, August 2, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    Where: Little Bean Coffee Company, 395 Lake St., Antioch

    What: Stop by, say hello, and get to know Karen Battaglia, candidate for State Senate District 32, AJ Johnson, candidate for State Representative District 64, and Jose Martinez, candidate for Lake County Board District 1.

  • Yes You Canvass – Barrington

    When: Monday, August 3, 2026 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

    Where: Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy., Barrington

    What: Chicago Indivisible will lead a live training class for canvassing in the northwest suburbs. One-on-one conversations are the single most effective way to win people’s votes. This class will show you what to expect; lead you through the process step-by-step; share tips accumulated over years of experience; and answer all your questions and concerns. Chicago improv companies will add a little fun and a lot of communication savvy.

    Sponsored by Indivisible Barrington and the Barrington Area Democratic Organization. For more information or to RSVP: mobilize.us/barringtonareaindivisible/event/990749/ or email info@barringtonareadems.org.

  • Moraine Township Dems August Meeting

    When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 7:00pm

    Where: Zoom

    What: Moraine Dems’ August meeting to discuss the group’s annual “Party with Our Party” free summer membership event and plan other local Democratic activities. Open to Democrats.
    To RSVP, email: info@morainedems.org and write "August meeting" in the email subject line.

  • Ela Township Democrats August Meeting

    When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Ela Area Public Library, 2nd floor conference room, 275 Mohawk Trl., Lake Zurich

    What: Ela Dems hold their monthly meeting to discuss upcoming plans and events, and the midterm elections. For more information or to RSVP: elademocrats@gmail.com.

  • Gurnee Days Parade

    When: Saturday, August 8, 2026. Gather at 8:30am. Step off at 9:30am.

    Where: Delaney Rd., between Rt. 41 and Old Grand Ave., Gurnee

    What: Walk with the Warren Township Democrats, Newport Township Democrats, the Young Democrats of Lake County, Tenth Dems, and Congressman Brad Schneider in the Gurnee Days Parade. All elected officials who have constituents within Warren Township are welcome to join us and walk as a group. Line-up position #25. For more information or to RSVP: jcnbbn@gmail.com.

  • Meet and Greet with Nabeela Syed in Lake Zurich

    When: Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 09:00 to 11:00am

    Where: Lake Zurich location provided upon RSVP

    What: Liberal Moms of Northwest Suburbs is organizing a family-friendly Meet and Greet with Nabeela Syed, candidate for State Senate in District 26. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • Lindenfest Parade

    When: Saturday, August 8, 2026. Gather at 9:30am. Step off at 10:30am.

    Where: Millennium Park, 201 Country Pl., Lindenhurst

    What: Walk with Lake County Board candidate Jose Martinez in the Lindenfest Parade. The theme is Stars, Stripes, and Summer Nights.

  • Knock Doors with Tenth Dems and Antioch/Grant Township Dems

    When: Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:00pm

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

    What: Tenth Dems will be knocking on doors in swing districts for Karen Battaglia for State Senate, AJ Johnson for State Representative, Jose Martinez for Lake County Board, and other Democrats up and down the ballot. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a fully charged phone. For more information or to RSVP: mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/999083/.

  • ICE Out Deerfield Protest with West Deerfield Dems and North Shore Says No!

    When: Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

    Where: Northeast corner of Waukegan Rd. and Deerfield Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Democrats and North Shore Says No! are gathering for a peaceful protest to voice condemnation of ICE actions in the community and across the US. We’re standing up for democracy, due process, and the rule of law. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • Coffee and Community with Jose Martinez

    When: Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    Where: 3Legged Brewery, 2120 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst

    What: Stop by, say hello, and get to know Jose Martinez, candidate for Lake County Board District 1.

  • Knock Doors for Maria Peterson and Mary Mesa with Tenth Dems

    When: Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Field of Dreams Park, 26535 W. Molidor Rd., Ingleside

    What: Tenth Dems will be knocking on doors in swing districts for Maria Peterson for State Representative, Mary Mesa for Lake County Board, and other Democrats up and down the ballot. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a fully charged phone. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/999092/.

  • “Running for local office? Learn how to do petitions right” with Democratic Party of Illinois and IDCCA

    When: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:00pm

    Where: On Zoom

    What: Training for candidates and people thinking of running for office about how to prepare petitions to get on the ballot for the municipal elections in April 2027. Sponsored by the Democratic Party of Illinois and the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA), featuring top election attorney Ed Mullen. To receive the Zoom link, RSVP: click here.

  • Postcard Writing to Swing States with Tenth Dems

    When: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm

    Where: Highland Park Democratic HQ, 474 Central Ave., Lower Level, Highland Park

    What: Join like-minded Democrats in the Highland Park Democratic HQ to write postcards to swing states, including our neighbor to the north, Wisconsin, with Tenth Dems. Postcards, addresses, and the messages to write will be provided. Come for part of or the entire time. You also can pick up postcards to write at home. Donations of postcard stamps or contributions towards their purchase at tenthdems.org/contribute appreciated. Open to Democrats.

  • Coffee and Day of Action for Jose Martinez

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 9:15am

    Where: Location provided upon RSVP

    What: A Day of Action for Lake County Board District 1 candidate Jose Martinez. Coffee and training start at 9:15am. Canvassing begins at 10:00am. No experience needed; training is provided. For more information or to RSVP: IndivisibleWLC@gmail.com.

  • Tenth Dems Booth at India Independence Day Celebration

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Volunteer shifts are 9:30am to noon; noon to 3:30pm.

    Where: Mike Rylko Park, Adriane Johnson Bandshell, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove

    What: A celebration of India Independence Day sponsored by the Lake County Indians Association. Volunteers are needed to help Tenth Dems sell buttons or greet voters. Email if you are available to help during one shift or both: info@tenthdems.org and include the word CELEBRATION in the subject line. Or just stop by the booth, meet our candidates, and buy some buttons.

  • Julie Morrison Campaign Office Opening

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

    Where: 400 Lake Cook Rd., Suite 202, Deerfield

    What: State Senator Julie Morrison, District 29, invites volunteers to celebrate and kick off the reelection campaign at her campaign office opening. For more information or to RSVP: info@JulieMorrisonforSenate.com.

  • Weekend of Action With Maria Peterson and Mary Mesa

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 11:00am to 3:00pm

    Where: Democratic Party of Illinois Headquarters, 50 Ela St., Barrington

    What: Join us to knock on doors for Maria Peterson, Mary Mesa, and other Democrats up and down the ballot. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a fully charged phone. We’ll be out there rain or shine (democracy can’t wait!), so please dress for the weather. We’ll give you all of the training you need to succeed. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/999100/.

  • Young Democrats Pizza & Politics

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 12:00pm

    Where: Address provided upon RSVP

    What: Northfield Township's Young Democrats presents a pizza lunch for young Democrats, especially high school, college, and graduate students. For more information or to RSVP: click here.

  • Postcards to Wisconsin with West Deerfield Dems

    When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

    Where: Deerfield Potbelly Sandwich Shop (back room), 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

    What: West Deerfield Township Dems are writing Get Out the Vote postcards to Wisconsin. They will provide the cards, addresses, and the message to write. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Please bring a pen; donation of postcard stamps would be appreciated. In addition, non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Deerfield Food Pantry. For more information or to RSVP: info@westdeerfielddems.com.

  • Coffee and Community with Candidates

    When: Sunday, August 16, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00am

    Where: Little Bean Coffee Company, 395 Lake St., Antioch

    What: Stop by, say hello, and get to know Karen Battaglia, candidate for State Senate District 32; AJ Johnson, candidate for State Representative District 64; and Jose Martinez, candidate for Lake County Board District 1.