When: Monday, September 12, 2022 from 5:30 to 6:30pm

Where: Online. Zoom link provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: Illinois Women’s Institute for Leadership Training Academy presents the Annual Dawn Clark Netsch Policy Forum on the topic, “From Abortion to Democracy: What’s at Stake in 2022.” Speakers include David Axelrod, political strategist and commentator, and Celinda Lake, President, Lake Research Partners. For more information, contact Katherine Scotty at staff@iwiltrainingacademy.org or call 312-646-0276

When: Monday, September 12, 2022 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

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

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

When: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Evanston lakeside home of Joan Rothenberg. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: An evening of conversation with Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs. For questions, contact Joe Platt at joe@friendsoffrerichs.com or (773) 344-5419

When: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 7:00pm

Where: The Shanty South, 38985 Highway 41, just south of the Shanty on the corner of Wadsworth Road and 41, Wadsworth.

What: September meeting of Newport Dems. Guest speaker: State Representative Joyce Mason.

When: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

Where: Zoom webinar Register here.

What: League of Women Voters of Lake County sponsors a presentation with Jose Santos Woss, Director of Friends Committee on National Legislation; Kris Brown, President of the Brady Campaign, and Eric Rinehart, Lake County State’s Attorney. They will share their experiences and address how an individual can work with public officials to reduce the plague of gun violence.

When: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 7:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.

What: Lake County Democrats sponsors a Zoom webinar, “Winning Elections – Training for Precinct Committeepersons and Grassroots Activists.”

When: Thursday, September 15, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom and live at the Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 South Lake Street in Mundelein (in the small party room). To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com

What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. Food available for purchase at the Dockside Diner.

When: Friday, September 16, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00pm. Doors open at 2:00pm, speaking program begins at 4:00pm.

Where: UIC Forum Main Hall, 1213 S. Halsted St., Chicago

What: A rally at the University of Illinois Chicago with Vice President Kamala Harris, Governor JB Pritzker, Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Illinois Democrats before early voting begins.  RSVP here.

When: Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 9:00am

Where: Meet in the west parking lot at Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 5725 Stearns School Rd., Gurnee.

What: Warren Township Democrats (WTD) hold a cleanup of Stearns School Road between Dilleys Road and US 41. For questions, email Bonnie Berger-Neel at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795.

When: Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 9:00 to 11:00am

Where: Meet at parking lot off Rollins Road at the Long Lake Trailhead in Grant Woods, between Fairfield and Wilson Roads.

What: Grant Township holds a roadside cleanup in Ingleside. Wear long pants, long sleeves, sturdy shoes and gloves.

When: Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

Where: 5101 W. Washington St., Ste. 24, Gurnee

What: Canvass with State Representative Joyce Mason and Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.

When: Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 1:30 to 4:30pm

Where: The North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Rd., Northbrook

What: The offices of State Senators Julie Morrison and Laura Fine, and State Representatives Bob Morgan, Jonathan Carroll and Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz are joining with the YMCA to bring the community a free drive-thru shred event. A shredding truck will be available to destroy residents’ documents with personal information. For more information, visit the Facebook page.

When: Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

Where: Address of Mundelein private orchard provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim and attendees will pick Honeycrisp apples at a private orchard in Mundelein. The event includes a BBQ lunch, a petting zoo and live music by a local artist (TBD).

When: Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:30pm

Where: 10481 Illinois Ave., Beach Park. Meet at private residence before heading out.

What: Benton Township Dems sponsors a Day of Action to support Anthony Vega for Lake County Clerk and Gina Roberts for Lake County Board District 4. Attendees will knock on doors, talk to voters and leave literature to turn out voters. Training will be provided. Register here.

When: Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm

Where: Meet up at a location to be announced in either Kenosha or Racine, or connect with carpools at locations in Northern Illinois TBA

What: Join a group going to Wisconsin. Following a brief training, we’ll knock doors for Democratic candidate for Senate Mandela Barnes and Democratic Governor Tony Evers. Helping Mandela Barnes defeat Ron Johnson could mean the difference between losing the Senate or increasing our Democratic majority. Re-electing Governor Evers would keep in place a critical check against the Republican-controlled Wisconsin legislature. Sign up here.

When: Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00pm

Where: Highland Park home address and parking information provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: Color of Equity and July Fourth Survivor sponsor the campaign kickoff fundraiser supporting Sheriff John Idleburg and Lake County Board candidate Sara Knizhnik.

When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: District Brew Yards, 417 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago

What: A cocktail reception in support of State Representative Bob Morgan. RSVP here or contact Erin Schuler at eschuler@newchicagollc.com or (312) 448-8014

When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: El Buren, 311 Waukegan Ave., Highwood

What: A night enjoying authentic Caribbean cuisine and music with Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg. Click here to RSVP.

When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Lake House Restaurant, 850 Tower Drive, Lake Villa

What: An event supporting Brian Hayden, candidate for Lake County Board, District One. RSVP here.

When:  Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 3:00pm

Where:  Lake County Central Permit Facility – 2nd Floor Conference Room, 500 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville

What:  A training for Deputy Voter Registrars will be held. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and registered to vote in Lake County. The event is open only to Lake County residents who are interested in helping to register new voters. Deputy Registrars must be trained in the county in which they live, but once trained, can register voters anywhere in Illinois. Training takes about an hour.
This training is being held through the County Clerk’s office and is free of charge. Sign-ups will be taken up to 24 hours before the class starts. Late sign-ups may or may not be added to the class.  Register online. If you’re interested in helping organize voter registration, contact Lake Dems at info@lakedems.org

When: Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 5:30pm

Where: Online via Zoom.

What: : Join Moraine Dems as they continue to plan for the November election. Open to Democrats. A link will be sent to all Precinct Committeepersons. If you are not a PC, email info@morainedems.org to sign up.

When: Wednesday, September 21, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to cgt011@gmail.com

What: The September meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. In addition to hearing from guest speakers (TBD), attendees will meet the new officers and discuss dates for future “Days of Action,” including Adopt-A-Highway and Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities.

When: Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 8:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.

What: Tenth Dems University (TDU) presents: “Illinois Supreme Court: What’s at Stake,” featuring Illinois Supreme Court Candidate Judge Elizabeth “Liz” Rochford and special guest Appellate Court Candidate Judge Chris Kennedy. We will be joined by Personal PAC President and CEO Terry Cosgrove and Gun Violence Prevention PAC (G-PAC) Engagement and Advocacy Director Mary Pantle. Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit available for attorneys. The Illinois Supreme Court may be the most critical race on our ballots this year!

When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 8:30am to 12:00 noon

Where: Round Lake Beach Civic Center, 2007 N. Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach

What: Lake County Coalition Against Human Trafficking presents “Identifying Victims of Sex and Labor Trafficking in Lake County.”  Speakers to be determined.

When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 4:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Heron Creek Forest Preserve, Shelter B, 22890 N. Old McHenry Road, Lake Zurich

What: A fundraiser supporting Lake County Board candidate Alicia Timm. The event includes a steward-led tour of a restoration area in the preserve. RSVP here.

When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 5:30 to 6:30pm

Where: Lake Bluff Village Green, behind the memorial, 1 E. Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff

What: A peaceful march in support of Pass the Ban, against assault weapons.

09/22/2022: Reception for Lake County Board Member Paul Frank

When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Highwood. For more information or to RSVP, click here or email paulfranklakecounty@gmail.com

What: Join Congressman Brad Schneider at a reception for Paul Frank, candidate for reelection to the Lake County Board.

When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Anastasia’s Restaurant, 3880 Northpoint Blvd., Waukegan

What: A fundraiser to support the re-election of Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg. Register here.

When: Friday, September 23, 2022 at 6:30pm

Where: Offices of Jacob Meister & Associates, 2129 N. Western Ave., Chicago

What: An event supporting Wendy Meister, candidate for Lake County Board, District 3.  Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and bar.  For questions or to RSVP, email Jacob@meisterlaw.com

When: Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 8:30 to 10:00am

Where: CJ’s Coffee House, 2352 Sheridan Road, Zion

What: Meet & Greet Lake County candidates: Sheriff John Idleburg, Treasurer Holly Kim, Regional School Superintendent Michael Karner and County Clerk candidate Anthony Vega.