Grant Township Assessor’s Office Open House
Wauconda Township Democrats May Meeting
When: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Alonzo’s Burrito Express, 316 W. Liberty St., Wauconda
What: The May meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various political topics will be covered including trustee updates. To RSVP, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.
Walk with Democrats in Lake Villa Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 27, 2024. Line up at 11:00am, step off at 12:00pm
Where: Palombi School, 133 McKinley Ave., Lake Villa
What: Walk with Lake Villa Dems, Lake County Dems, and various Democratic candidates and elected officials in the Lake Villa Memorial Day Parade. For questions or to RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com.
State Rep. Bob Morgan Town Hall Meeting
When: June 5, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Highwood Library, 102 Highwood Ave., Highwood
What: Discussion of the Spring 2024 session and legislation Rep. Morgan passed this year. For more information email info@repbobmorgan.com.
Metamorphosis: Emerging from the Dark
Waukegan to College Celebrates 100th Graduate
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Waukegan High School, Trapp Auditorium, 2325 Brookside Ave., Waukegan
What: Waukegan to College’s Year-End Celebration is a program to honor high school and college graduates. This year, as a tribute to the group’s 100th College Graduate, the event will be filled with celebration, recognition, and great food! To RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/year-end-celebration-2024-celebrating-our-high-school-college-graduates-tickets-879752933707?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Lake Dems Booth at Lake County PrideFest
Nancy Rotering Hosts Reception with U.S. Senator Chris Murphy
When: Monday, June 10, 2024 from 10:30 to 11:30am
Where: Address Provided Upon RSVP
What: Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering hosts Senator Chris Murphy who led the passage of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This event will be a unique opportunity to engage with leaders about ending gun violence locally and nationally. To donate or RSVP: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/6.10highland.
Antioch & Grant Township Democrats June Meeting
Second Annual McHenry County Juneteenth Festival
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 3:00 to 6:00pm
Where: 121 W Van Buren St., Woodstock
What: The Juneteenth Festival is a celebration of the holiday commemorating the date of June 19, 1865 when federal marshals marched into Galveston, Texas and enforced an order of emancipation for 250,000 enslaved Blacks. President Biden declared Juneteenth as the 11th Federal Holiday on June 17, 2021. This year’s theme is Jubilee! Exhibitors may sign up at https://www.mchenrycountyjuneteenth.
Celebrate with Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH)
Reception for Sen. Julie Morrison
County Board Member John Wasik at Grayslake AuthorFest
When: Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake
What: Lake County Board Member John Wasik will sign books and speak at Grayslake AuthorFest, an event that brings together authors, readers, and aspiring writers. Free admission.