When: Monday, May 26, 2025; gather at 11:30am, step off at 12:00pm
Where: Palombi Middle School, 133 McKinley Avenue, Lake Villa
What: Walk with the Lake County Dems and Lake Villa Dems for the annual Lake Villa VFW Memorial Day Parade! Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to https://lakedems.org/shop. For more information email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Northbrook; specific location will be emailed to registered attendees
What: Congressman Brad Schneider is hosting a Town Hall event in Northbrook to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his actions in Washington. To register or for more information click here.
When: Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Sullivan Center, 635 N. Aspen Dr., Vernon Hills
What: Join us for a Lake Dems “Winning Elections” training for grassroots Democratic activists, Precinct Committeepersons, and people who are interested in becoming Precinct Committeepersons. Democrats who are committed to working to elect our candidates are welcome to attend. Click here for more information or to register.
When: Friday, May 30, 2025 from 12:30pm to bottom of the 9th
Where: Wrigley Rooftop, 1032 W. Waveland Ave., Chicago
What: Congressman Mike Quigley hosts a fun afternoon of baseball watching the Cubs play the Cincinnati Reds. Click here for more information or for tickets.
When: Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Dems and Indivisible cohost a rally at Highland Park City Hall every other week beginning next Saturday, May 31st at noon. This will be an ongoing rally/food drive supporting Lake County Food Pantries. Future events will occur at the same location on Saturdays June 14, June 28, July 12, July 26, and August 9. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Saturday, May 31. Line up at 2:30pm, step off at 3:00pm.
Where: 1201 Sheridan Rd. (Lincoln Center), Waukegan
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats, Waukegan Dems, and Democratic candidates and elected officials in the Waukegan Pride Parade. Wear your blue Lake Dems t-shirt or hat. (You can purchase one at lakedems.org/shop.) Show your support for LGBTQ+ Rights in Illinois and have a fun time at the parade. Sponsored by Waukegan Friends.
When: Sunday, June 1, 2025. Gather: 10:30am. Step off: 11:00am
Where: Spot #57, Buffalo Grove Rd. and Thompson Blvd. Parade ends at Mike Rylko Park.
What: BG Pride and The Pinta Pride Project sponsor the 7th Annual Family-Friendly Pride Parade. Walk with Lake County Democrats in the Lake Dems spot in the parade. Kids are welcome! The parade ends at Mike Rylko Community Park, where the Buffalo Grove Park District will hold the Pride Picnic. Parade organizers recommend parking in the neighborhoods off of Buffalo Grove Rd. and Deerfield Pkwy. or being dropped off. Wear your blue Lake Dems t-shirt or hat. You can purchase them at www.lakedems.org/shop.
When: Sunday, June 1, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop, 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
What: Postcard–writing event to elect Democrats. Bring a pen and some postcard stamps if possible. Plan to order some food or drink. Write, socialize, and help Democrats win! Please RSVP at Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Heron Creek Forest Preserve, Shelter B, 22890 N. Old McHenry Rd., Long Grove
What: Ela Dems will hold their Potluck BBQ and offer some Democratic camaraderie. Speaking briefly will be Lake County Board Member and Lake County Forest Preserves President Jessica Vealitzek, and Heron Creek Site Steward Sarah Schultz. Please bring a dish to share! For more info, contact elademocrats@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00pm
Where: Vernon Township Community Service Building, 2900 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove
What: Co-Hosted by: Tenth Congressional District Democrats (Tenth Dems), Schneider for Congress, Lake County Democrats, Democratic Party of McHenry County, Tracy Katz Muhl for State Central Committeewoman, and Antioch, Avon, Benton, Fremont, Grant, Lake Villa, Moraine, Newport, New Trier, Northfield, Vernon, Warren, Waukegan, West Deerfield, Wheeling, and Zion Township Democrats.
Join forces with local Democratic organizations in the 10th Congressional District and get ready for midterm election petitions starting just two months from now, on Aug 5. Attendees will talk strategy, best practices, and tips for making your 2026 petition season the best ever. Democrats who are committed to working to elect our candidates are welcome to attend. Register here.
When: Friday, June 6, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Navy Pier, Chicago
What: The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) will host their 2025 Gala, "A Future Worth Fighting For." For more information or tickets click here.
When: Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 9:00am
Where: The Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 5725 Stearns School Rd., Gurnee
What: Warren Township Dems will pick up trash on their adopted stretch of county road, Stearns School Road between Delaney and Highway 41. RSVP at WarrenTownshipDems@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, June 8, 2025. Please arrive by 11:30am. Step off at 12:00pm
Where: At the corner of Hawley and N. Slusser St., Grayslake
What: Walk with Lake Dems in the Pride Parade in Grayslake. Show your support for LGBTQ+ Rights and celebrate Pride in Grayslake. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, you can purchase one at lakedems.org/shop.
When: Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Independence Grove, 30780 N. River Rd., Libertyville
What: Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek and Lake County Board Member Jennifer Clark host their fourth annual Jennifer Squared summer fundraiser at the Beer Garden at Independence Grove Forest Preserve. For more information or to buy tickets click here.
When: Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop, 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
What: Postcard–writing event to elect Democrats. Bring a pen and some postcard stamps if possible. Plan to order some food or drink. Write, socialize, and help Democrats win! Please RSVP at Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Where: TNT Rooftop Restaurant, 5405 W. Madison St., Chicago
What: A rooftop fundraiser in support of Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon, Senator Lakesia Collins, and Representative Rita Mayfield . For more information click here.
When: Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. IL 21, Gurnee
What: Warren Township Democrats will hold their June meeting. The speaker will be State Senator Adriane Johnson.
When: Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm
Where: 2301 E. Sand Lake Road, Lindenhurst
What: Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) will host a sign-making event for the 6/14 NO KINGS PROTEST. Please bring supplies and a friend. Donations welcome! For more information contact Randy Harnicker at rharnicker@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Where: South East corner Hunt Club and Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Click here to RSVP or for more information.
When: Saturday, June 14 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park
What: Lake County Democrats are joining numerous groups to stand up to the authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization. We will be collecting for Lake County food pantries. Please consider bringing non-perishable food items. Click here to RSVP or for more information.
When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 (time tentative)
Where: Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders, Riverwoods
What: The 4th Annual Democrats Defending Democracy Reception will be on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, 2025.
When: Friday, June 20, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Lake Forest, Address provided upon RSVP
What: Hon. Sandy Hart, Hon. Adriane Johnson, Hon. Julie Morrison will host a fundraising event supporting Juliana for Illinois. Click here to RSVP. For questions please reach out to Katy Langenfeld at Katy@LangenfeldAssociates.com.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:30pm
Where: Highland Park. Address provided upon RSVP
What: A gathering in Highland Park to meet Congresswoman Robin Kelly as she launches her bid for U.S. Senate. Click here for more information or to donate.
When: Saturday, June 21, from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan (right near the Genesee Theater)
What: Meet like-minded people and talk about what's on your mind at the Lake Dems Social during Artwauk, Waukegan's monthly celebration of its growing arts community. Shops and vendors in the downtown lakefront area surrounding the historic Genesee Theatre stay open late, creating a festive atmosphere.
When: Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Jack & Lidia's Resort on Deep Lake, 38610 N. Edgewood St., Lake Villa
What: IWLC's annual barbecue fundraiser and gathering of Democrats and Independents. For more information or to RSVP, Click here.
When: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe, 45 E. Riverwalk St., Chicago
What: A reception supporting State Representative Robyn Gabel and others. To RSVP or for more information click here.
When: Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Potbelly Sandwich Shop, 740 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
What: Postcard–writing event to elect Democrats. Bring a pen and some postcard stamps if possible. Plan to order some food or drink. Write, socialize, and help Democrats win! Please RSVP at Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Van Patten Woods Forest Preserve, Shelter D, 15838 W. Route 173, Wadsworth
What: Warren Township Democrats will hold a fundraiser celebrating freedom, food, and music.
When: Friday, July 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. IL 21, Gurnee
What: Warren Township Democrats will hold their July meeting. The speaker will be Executive Director of the LGBTQ+ Center of Lake County, Kristal Larson.
When: Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Buffalo Wild Wings, 500 E. Rollins Rd., Round Lake Beach
What: Esiah Campos hosts a night filled with good food and camaraderie as he kicks off his re-election campaign for Lake County Board! Watch the Cubs and Sox battle it out while fundraising to keep Democrats in the majority in Lake County! For more information email esiah@votecampos.org.