When: Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Jesus Name Community Center, Genesee Street, Waukegan
What: NIRCO presents a movie night, featuring Four Good Days. Recovery support services are provided by individuals with lived experiences. NIRCO’s aim is to reduce the stigma of addiction and put a face and voice to recovery. For questions, email Mary Roberson at nircoarco20@gmail.com
When: Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Where: Mickey Finn’s Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. The event is within walking distance of the Metra station.
What: Young Democrats of Illinois (YDI) invite you to network and mingle with fellow young Dems. Register here
When: Friday, March 25, 2022 from 12:00 to 1:30pm
Where: Online. Register here.
What: The ACLU’s 2022 virtual lunch features a keynote conversation between David Cole, ACLU National Legal Director, and University of Chicago Law Professor Aziz Z. Huq. They will discuss protecting our democracy and the role that each of us has to play in the fight for civil liberties. Follow-up sessions from 1:00 to 1:30 on “The State of the Supreme Court” and “The Continued Fight for Police Accountability.”
When: Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 10:00 to 11:00am
Where: Address provided upon registration. Also streamed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CongressmanBradSchneider
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Round Lake Beach to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here.
When: Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: 10 N. Lake Street, Suite 101, Grayslake
What: Fundraiser in support of Mary Edly-Allen, candidate for Illinois State Senate. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test within 48 hours required for entry. RSVP here. Also RSVP by email at info@maryforil31.com or call/text 224-360-2831
When: Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: University Club of Chicago, 76 E. Monroe, Chicago
What: The kickoff to State Representative Rita Mayfield’s reelection campaign, sponsored by Illinois House Speaker Emanuel Chris Welch. To RSVP, email ritamayfield60@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, March 27, 2020 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Wild Roasters Coffee, 601 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield
What: The West Deerfield Township Dems March meeting with special guests Congressman Brad Schneider and Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg. RSVP to ari@bobmorganforillinois.com
When: Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 11:00am to 12:00 noon
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: An online financial literacy class, “You Can Bank On It (Banking Basics),” with Illinois State Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza and Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, along with Wintrust Community Banks. The session will cover banking services and is designed to help participants build a positive relationship with a financial institution. It will describe the basic steps for opening and managing checking and savings accounts and how to avoid predatory lenders.
When: Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 8:00pm. Also Saturday, May 7
Where: Nederlander Theatre, 24 W Randolph St, Chicago
What: Orchestra seats secured and available for sale by Personal PAC. This supports their mission of protecting and advancing reproductive rights. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 12:00pm
Where: Online. Register here.
What: The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) sponsors a webinar with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth. Attendees will hear about her vision and environmental priorities in the Senate. The discussion will include a Q&A session, moderated by ELPC Executive Director Howard Learner.
When: Friday, April 8, 2022 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: Chicago address provided upon RSVP to tsax821@gmail.com
What: A fundraising luncheon for U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 10:00am
Where: Dunkin’ Donuts, Wadsworth Road and Highway 41 (northwest corner – next to the Shell station)
What: Newport Township Democrats sponsor an opportunity to meet Brian Hayden, a Democratic candidate for Lake County Board, District #1.
When: Monday, April 11, 2022 from 5:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Gojo’s Cafe & Pancake House, 2929 Belvidere Road, Waukegan
What: A pizza dinner in support of Sheriff John Idleburg’s reelection campaign. RSVP here.
When: Monday, April 11, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Antioch Area Senior Center, 817 Holbek Drive, Antioch
What: Monthly membership meeting of the Grant and Antioch Township Democrats. For more information, email antiochtownshipdemocrats@gmail.com
When: Wednesday, April 13, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Tree House, 149 W. Kinzie St., Chicago
What: Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association (IDCCA) holds its 2022 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Greg Harris, Illinois House of Representatives Majority Leader, and former state senators Toi Hutchinson and Heather Steans. RSVP here
When: Wednesday, April 13, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa Public Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst. Also online via Zoom. To RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com
What: The monthly meeting of the Lake Villa Township Dems.
When: Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 3:00pm
Where: Lake County Court Tower, Sheriff’s Training Room, 301 Washington St., FL 1, Waukegan
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.com.
When: Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 6:00pm
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 will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner.
When: Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 10:00 to 11:30am
Where: Line up at the Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Walk up Main Street (Route 83) from Park Ave. two blocks to Williams St. at the Library.
What: Walk with the Antioch Township Democrats in the Antioch Easter Parade. Attendees are encouraged to wear their Democratic T-shirts and Easter bonnets. Easter egg hunt at the Bandshell after the parade. For more information, email antiochtownshipdemocrats@gmail.com
When: Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Venue Six10, 610 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago or Online
What: League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region hosts “Developments in Climate Change Science & Policy: ‘Code Red’ in the Great Lakes & Beyond.” WGN Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling and a panel of climate change experts will discuss recent developments in climate change science, law and policy, and the future of climate change strategy. In-person Meet & Greet follows. Proof of vaccination and masks required for in-person attendance. For more information, email lwvlakemichigan@gmail.com Register here.
When: Monday, April 18, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: Guest speakers Dr. Sobia Ansari, Khadine Bennett and Dr. Alison Cowett talk about the differences between Plan B (emergency contraception), medication abortion (the abortion pill), and surgical abortion. They will discuss why it matters in the fight to protect access to contraception and abortion care.
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here for the Zoom link.
What: The Nancy Rotering for Justice Committee holds a virtual discussion in support of Nancy’s election as an Illinois Supreme Court Justice. Featured guests: Dulce Ortiz, Co-chair, Clean Power Lake County and Kady McFadden, political and advocacy campaign strategist. For more information, email Katie Craig at katie@p2consultinginc.com
When: Wednesday, April 20, 2022 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Zion Park District Sports Arena, 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion.
What: Zion Township’s 20th Annual Senior Resource Day and Vendor Expo. Chance to win prizes donated by agencies. Lunchbox provided upon exiting. RSVP to Zion Township at 847-872-2811.
When: Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 5:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: Campaign Kickoff to support Lauren Beth Gash’s reelection as State Central Committeewoman for the 10th District. Special guests: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, Congressman Brad Schneider and Democratic Party of Illinois Chair/Congresswoman Robin Kelly. Hosts and endorsers here.
When: Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 6:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to cgt011@gmail.com
What: The April meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Guest speaker: John Idleburg, who is running for reelection as Lake County Sheriff. There will also be planning for the highway cleanup day and information from local trustees about what is going on in the community.
When: Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 8:30am
Where: Nonnina, 340 N. Clark St., Chicago. Valet parking available.
What: Breakfast with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Reservations are required. Register here. For comments or suggestions, email Nancy Kohn at Nkohn@kohnconsulting.com or call 312-925-8067
When: Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lakes Community High School, 1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa
What: Attendees will learn about candidates in primary races that are important to Western Lake County voters. RSVP here.
When: Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Heron Creek Forest Preserve, 22890 N. Old McHenry Road, Pavilion B, Long Grove
What: State Representative candidate Chelsea Laliberte Barnes, State Senate candidate Maria Peterson and Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim meet with Lake Zurich High School students, who will have an opportunity to ask questions, discuss the issues and exchange ideas. Food, beverages and entertainment will be provided. Register here.
When: Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove
What: State Representative candidate Chelsea Laliberte Barnes and her special guests celebrate the accomplishments of women across our community. RSVP here. For questions, email info@chelseaforillinois.com
When: Monday, April 25, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: North Chicago Community High School, 1717 17th St., North Chicago
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts an informational session for high school students applying to a service academy, their parents and school officials. Representatives from each of the service academies will speak about their institution and discuss the admissions process. Congressman Schneider will discuss the Congressional nomination process. Register here. For questions, call Congressman Schneider’s office at 847-383-4870.