When: Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 2:00 to 2:30pm

Where: Memorial Park, Laurel, Linden and Prospect Avenues (one block east of the Highland Park Library)

What: Licensed clinicians and certified group psychotherapists with roots in the Highland Park-Highwood community will facilitate free support groups for people impacted by the atrocity to process thoughts, feelings and experiences. These are healing circles, not therapy groups. Leaders: Shelley Firestone, MD; Marcia Nickow, PsyD and Stanley Selinger, PhD. Bring a chair and join the circle. For questions, call 312-671-3110 or 847-274-5900.

When: To be rescheduled at a later date.

Where: Viking Park Shelter, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee

What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim and Lake County Board Member Carissa Casbon hold a Freedom Fest to support their campaigns. The event features BBQ, music and freedom! RSVP here.

When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Register here

What: Lake County will host an event where residents can share their input on how a portion of the ARPA funding could best benefit our communities in the recovery and response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

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

What: The July meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Attendees will discuss the June 28, 2022 Primary Election results, voter turnout in Wauconda Township, and plans to Get Out the Vote (GOTV) for the November 8, 2022 General Election. At an open forum, attendees can share their thoughts and feelings in light of the tragic July 4th mass shooting in Highland Park.

When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Hello Folks, 78 Grand Avenue, Fox Lake

What: Fox Lake Fiesta / Taco and Margarita Party supporting Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim. Register here.

When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

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

What: The June meeting of Indivisible Western Lake County. This month’s meeting features Paul Kendrick from Rust Belt Rising. For questions, email Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

When: Thursday, July 21, 2022 from 8:00am to 2:00pm

Where: Village of Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center, 2007 North Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach

What: Lake County Opioid Initiative’s 10th Anniversary Strategic Planning Session. Register here. For questions, email Bill Gentes at wgentes@drugfreelakecounty.org

When: Thursday, July 21, 2022, VIP reception at 5:00pm; event from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Fremont Chicago, 15 W. Illinois Street, Chicago

What: House Democrats’ summer fundraiser with Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch. Temperature checks and proof of vaccination or a negative test within 48 hours of the event will be taken at the door. Register here. RSVP by email or phone at HDems@HDemsIL.com, or  (708) 938-5787.

When: Friday, July 22, 2022.  CANCELLED

Where: Foss Park Golf Course, 3124 Argonne Drive, North Chicago

What: The Second Annual Golf Outing in support of Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg. Register here.

When: Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 10:00am

Where: Location provided upon registration.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Libertyville to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.

When:  Wednesday, July 27, 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, July 27, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Home of Rob Kelter, 3160 N. Lincoln Avenue, #505, Chicago

What: A rooftop environmental reception in support of Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs. RSVP online here.  For more information, contact Sam Fendt at sam@friendsoffrerichs.com or call (312) 870-0841

When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 5:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Timothy O’Toole’s Pub, 5572 Grand Avenue, Gurnee

What: Campaign kickoff reception for State Representative Joyce Mason with special guest Emanuel “Chris” Welch, Illinois Speaker of the House. Drinks and appetizers will be served. To RSVP email joyce@voteJoyceMason.com.

When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

What: West Deerfield Township Democrats holds its monthly meeting. They will discuss the best way to help our Democratic candidates win.  For questions or to RSVP, email Ari at  ari@bobmorganforillinois.com

When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Brad Schneider’s Northbrook Headquarters. Address provided upon RSVP. Also available as a virtual phone bank.

What: An evening phone bank to help reelect Congressman Brad Schneider. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.  For more details, contact lauren@schneiderforcongress.com.  RSVP to ethan@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 3:00pm

Where: Vineyard Park, corner of Mendocino Drive and Vineyard Drive, Gurnee

What: Door-to-door canvass supporting two Democratic candidates, Carissa Casbon for Lake County Board and Anthony Vega for Lake County Clerk. No experience necessary.  For questions,  email votecarissa@gmail.com

When: Sunday, July 31, 2022 from 1:00 to 3:30pm

Where: Address of Lake Villa home provided upon RSVP

What: House Party for Lake County Clerk candidate Anthony Vega and Lake County Board District 1 candidate Brian Hayden. To RSVP, email Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

When: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:30pm

Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst (YS Meeting Room, first floor)

What: The Lake Villa Dems will be holding their monthly meeting. Topics include discussion of the upcoming elections, events, and gun violence prevention with guest speakers Sheriff John Idleburg and Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart.  To RSVP, please email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Hubbard Inn, 110 W. Hubbard St., Chicago

What: Reception in support of Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs. Register here. For more information, contact Sam Fendt at sam@friendsoffrerichs.com or (312) 870-0841

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 N. Green Bay Road, North Chicago

What: The office of Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart sponsors a town hall meeting with law enforcement and community leaders. They will discuss county-wide and community-based solutions to the short-term and long-term increase in gun violence in Lake County.

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Buffalo Grove Park District Community Arts Center, 225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove

What: State Senators Julie Morrison and Adriane Johnson, and State Representatives Daniel Didech and Jonathan Carroll hold a conversation that will include a Springfield update, discussion of community concerns and issues that affect our state.

When: Saturday, August 6, 2022. Meet before 9:25am. Parade from 10:00 to 11:15am

Where: Foss Park District, 1730 Lewis Ave., North Chicago. Alternate address: 13th and Adams in North Chicago.

What: Walk with North Chicago City Treasurer Vance D. Wyatt in the North Chicago Community Days Parade.

When: Saturday, August 6, 2022; line up at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am

Where: 1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago

What: Walk with Congressman Brad Schneider in the North Chicago Community Days Parade. For more details, contact ethan@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Cancelled due to weather; Sunday, August 7, 2022.

Where: Line up at spot #18 on Blackburn Street just off Grandview in Gurnee.

What: Walk with Warren Township Democrats, Lake County Board members, other Democratic officials and candidates in the Gurnee Days Parade. (Note: Due to the times, extra security measures have been added.) For questions, contact Bonnie Berger-Neel at jcnbbn@gmail.com or 847-899-7140.

When: Monday, August 8, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

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, August 9, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Black Lung Brewing, 2217 N. IL 83, Round Lake Beach

What: A summer reception in support of Mary Edly-Allen, candidate for Illinois Senate 31st District, kicks off her General Election campaign. Register online For questions or to RSVP, email kelly@ilsenatedems.org

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 5:00pm

Where: Highland Park address provided upon RSVP.

What: A garden party with pro-choice friends for a discussion about the 2022 Election. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Register here.

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm.

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

What: Lake County will host a live event in open house format where residents can share their input on how a portion of the ARPA funding could best benefit our communities in the recovery and response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Sidetrack Chicago, 3349 N. Halsted St., Chicago

What: A celebration of pride with Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk. Register here. To RSVP, contact Woody at woody@mfstrategies.com or call 314-803-7965

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 10:00am

Where: Location provided upon registration.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Northbrook to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.