When: Friday, October 7, 2022 from 11:30am to 1:00pm

Where: Encore Events (formerly Midland and Wedgewood Weddings), 4555 W. Yorkhouse Road, Wadsworth

What: Coalition to Reduce Recidivism holds its 19th annual fundraising event with the theme “A New Way of Life,” featuring two justice-impacted keynote speakers. Ticket information to follow. For questions, contact Ms. Robbie Randle at rrandle@waukegantownship.com or Mr. Dijon Ross at dross@waukegantownship.com.

When: Friday, October 7, 2022 at 12:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.

What: Citizen Action/Illinois, JACPAC and the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association present a briefing about what’s at stake with the Illinois Supreme Court elections and how you can get involved.

When: Friday, October 7, 2022 from 6:00 to 10:00pm

Where: Doubletree by Hilton in Mundelein, 510 E. IL Route 83, Mundelein

What: BG Pride holds its National Coming Out Day Celebration with family-friendly dinner dance, art projects, Rainbow Raffle, and other features. Register here.

When: Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 8:00am to 1:00pm

Where: University Center, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake

What: A blood drive hosted by State Senate candidate Mary Edly-Allen and Versiti Blood Centers. Click here to schedule an appointment. For questions, call 800-7To-GIVE or text Carrie at 815-271-2910.

When: Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion

What: There will be a short Meet & Greet, followed by time to write postcards reminding folks to get out and vote. This is an “open house” style event; drop in any time and stay as long as you want.

When: Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00 noon

Where: Mundelein campaign office, 105 N. Seymour Ave., Mundelein

What: Tenth Dems and Lake Dems cosponsor Lake County Day of Action with Democratic nominee for Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, along with Lake County Democrats and Democratic elected officials and candidates. Coffee and donuts will be served. RSVP here.

When: Saturday, October 8, 2022. Shift 1: 11:00am, Shift 2: 3:00pm

Where: 900 Saybrook Lane, Buffalo Grove

What: Marah Altenberg and the Ela Township Democrats canvass the Township for their local Democrats. Sign up here.

When: Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00pm

Where: Williams Park – Pavilion, 741 Main Street, Antioch

What: A chance to meet Democratic candidates for the November 8, 2022 election. The event includes refreshments, kids’ games and activities, and raffle prizes. Sponsored by Antioch Township Democrats, Grant Township Democrats, Lake Villa Township Democrats and Indivisible Western Lake County. RSVP here.

When: Sunday, October 9, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Address of private Woodstock residence provided upon RSVP.

What: Reception for Senate candidate Allena Barbato. The event includes cocktails, appetizers and entertainment. To RSVP email info@barbatoforsenate.com or call 847-337-8219.

When: Sunday, October 9, 2022. Registration: 6:00pm; Reception: 7:00pm

Where: Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 Touhy Ave., Skokie

What: IADO celebrates its 41st Annual Banquet with the theme “Voting for Our Rights.” Keynote speaker: Khizr Khan, Gold Star Father and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, who held up his pocket U.S. Constitution at the 2016 Democratic National Convention and spoke opposing then-Republican nominee Trump’s proposed policies.  Register here.

When: Monday, October 10, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts the final fundraiser for Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk. RSVP here or email woody@MFStrategies.com

When: Monday, October 10, 2022 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa

What: The monthly membership meeting of the Antioch and Grant Township Democrats. For questions, email granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com

When: Monday, October 10, 2022 from 7:30 to 9:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register at tenthdems.org/electionprotection

What: Tenth Dems, Lake Dems, and the Illinois Democratic Chairs’ Association present “The Right to Vote.” Hear about voting rights in Illinois and help our Democratic candidates by making sure voters can exercise those rights. Our in-depth, practical training is open to Democrats. We offer 1.5 hours of FREE CLE (Continuing Legal Education) to attorneys.

When: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 7:00pm

Where: Live Zoom Webinar Register here

What: LWV sponsors a candidate forum with Mike Clark and Bob Morgan, candidates for State Representative of Illinois 58th District. The candidates will answer questions from the public submitted during registration. This forum is part of a series hosted by the Leagues of Women Voters of Glenview-Glencoe, Deerfield-Lincolnshire, Highland Park-Highwood, and Lake Forest-Lake Bluff. Free and open to the public.

When: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

Where: The Shanty “South,” 38905 N. US 41, Wadsworth

What: Writing postcards for Brian Hayden, candidate for Lake County Board, District 1. To RSVP, email khayden.newport@gmail.com

When: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 8:30 to 11:30am

Where: College of Lake County, 19351 West Washington Street, Auditorium A011, Grayslake

What: Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart hosts an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the Latinos in Lake County.  Those who have gone above and beyond for the Latino Community in the past, those who are currently making an impact, and those who will continue to advocate for Latinos in Lake County will be recognized.

When: Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion

What: There will be a short Meet & Greet, followed by time to write postcards reminding folks to get out and vote. This is an “open house” style event; drop in any time and stay as long as you want.

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 9:00am to Noon

Where: First Baptist Church parking lot, 400 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan

What: NAACP Lake County in partnership with SWALCO, COOL Learning Experience and City of Waukegan sponsor a shredding of unwanted documents and the collecting of shedded items to be reused, recycled or donated.

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:00am

Where: 1227 Cambridge Ct., Highland Park. Register here.

What: A neighborhood gathering to hear from Judge Elizabeth Rochford, candidate for Illinois Supreme Court.

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 11:00am to 1:00 pm

Where: 10 N. Lake Street, Suite 101, Grayslake

What: Attendees will canvass with Jane’s Army for pro-choice candidates: Mary Edly-Allen, Laura Faver Dias, and IL Supreme Court candidate, Judge Elizabeth Rochford. The event is sponsored by Personal PAC, Men4Choice, G-PAC, Illinois NOW, Planned Parenthood Illinois Votes and more. Register here.

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Lake Dems, Holly Kim, and Dan Didech campaign office, 105 N. Seymour Ave., Mundelein

What: Fremont Dems reach out to Democratic voters in surrounding areas to help Get Out The Vote. They will stuff literature into door-hanging bags and then do literature drops at Democratic doors. Copies of the new Lake County Voter Guide will be distributed. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Home of Rob and Nancy Rotering. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: A Saturday afternoon garden party supporting Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and hearing from Democratic candidates including Judge Elizabeth Rochford, the critically important candidate for Illinois Supreme Court. Governor JB Pritzker will join as a special guest. For questions, contact Amanda Latty at amanda@kwameraoul.com or call 773-747-1408.

When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 5:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Jo Jo’s Bar and Grill, 33251 N. US-45, Grayslake

What: A Saturday night to support Wendy Meister, candidate for 3rd District, Lake County Board. RSVP here. For questions, email Jacob@MeisterLaw.com

When: Sunday, October 16, 2022 from 12:00noon to 2:00pm

Where: Address of private Evanston home provided upon RSVP. Register here. or RSVP to Sarah Gersten at 847-424-1998 or email sarah@janschakowsky.org. All attendees must be fully vaccinated.

What: An outdoor champagne reception supporting Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky.

When: Sunday, October 16, 2022 from 12:30 to 2:00pm

Where: Beautiful lakefront home of Kristen & Larry Ramirez. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: Brunch and Bubbly with Judge Chris Kennedy. For questions, email Laurie Dimakos at laurie@nicholsonandassoc.com or call 312-622-6678

When: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 from 7:30 to 9:00pm.  Also Sunday, October 30 from 4:00 to 5:30pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here

What: Those who attend this training will learn about voting rights in Illinois and how to help our Democratic candidates as a member of the Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection team by making sure voters can exercise those rights. Our in-depth, practical training for attorneys and other pollwatchers is open to Democrats. We offer 1.5 hours of FREE CLE (Continuing Legal Education) to attorneys.

When: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst

What: The October meeting of IWLC welcomes two guest speakers: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, who will speak on the topic of inflation’s impact on property taxes, and Rose Colacino, who will give an update on Indivisible IL and how they can support IWLC. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

When: Thursday evening, October 20, 2022 at 7:00pm

Where: Hyatt Regency Deerfield, 1750 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield

What: Speakers include: IL State Treasurer Mike Frerichs, IL Supreme Court Candidate Judge Elizabeth Rochford, Congressman Brad Schneider, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and many others. Our rights are on the ballot — bodily autonomy, freedom from gun violence, workers’ rights, and so much more. We won’t go back. We can’t go back, given what is at stake. Register here.