When: Thursday, January 30, 2025; dinner (available for purchase) at 5:30pm; discussion starts at 6:30pm

Where: Yummy Bowl, 1908 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park

What: Join Moraine Dems, Tenth Dems, and Lake County Dems for the latest iteration of Let’s Talk Politics, a moderated discussion that provides opportunities for Democrats in and around the 10th Congressional District to talk with one another about important issues of the day. Free admission. Open to Democrats. RSVP required here.

When: Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln., Long Grove

What: A Safe Place’s Sip & Support event, aimed at raising awareness and funds for survivors of human trafficking. RSVP here.

When:  Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Lake Villa Public Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst

What: Join the EmpoweRun 5K Committee and help create an event that empowers survivors and supports A Safe Place’s mission to end domestic violence and human trafficking. Register here.

When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 5:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom

What: Moraine Township Democrats will be joined by State Representative Bob Morgan and State Senator Julie Morrison. Open to Democrats. To sign up, email info@morainedems.org with "Meeting 2/6" in the subject line. (Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.)

When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 9:30 to 11:00am

Where: Antioch Public Library, 757 N. Main St., Antioch

What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. There will be a discussion of the municipal elections in April. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

When: Sunday, February 9, 2025 from noon to 5:00pm

Where: Here’s when and where we’ll be on February 9

• Noon: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
• 2:00pm: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan
• 4:00pm: Lake Dems Grayslake Office, 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake

What: Get in the game with your local Democrats on Sunday, February 9. Lake County Democrats is hosting volunteer open houses in several locations to talk about how folks can get more involved. Refreshments provided.

When: Monday, February 10, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: Italian Kitchen, 648 Deerfield Rd., Deerfield

What: State Senator Julie Morrison’s Valentine’s reception. For questions or to RSVP, email Kelly@ilsenatedems.org or register online here.

When: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein, and online via Zoom.  To RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com.

What: At the Fremont Township Dems monthly meeting there will be a discussion of all things political, especially looking at the landscape for local elections in April. Food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner.

When: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: La Canoa, 50 S. Green Bay Rd., Waukegan

What: Meet & Greet for Sam Cunningham, Democrat candidate for Mayor of Waukegan.

When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm

Where: Location Provided Upon RSVP

What: Monthly meeting of the Young Dems of Lake County (YDLC). There will be a discussion of the upcoming municipal elections and training on how we all can be allies to those in the undocumented community. RSVP to youngdemslakeil@gmail.com.

When: Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:30pm

Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwood

What: Brushwood Center hosts a celebration of music and food in honor of Black History Month. RSVP here. For additional information, email pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org.

When: Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Rosebud Deerfield, 711 Deerfield Rd., Suite A, Deerfield

What: Meet the Democratic candidates for West Deerfield Township with special guest Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. Register here.

When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 1:00 to 6:00PM

Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake

What: Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen and State Representatives Laura Faver Dias and Joyce Mason host a blood drive with the American Red Cross. To make an appointment click here, or call 1-800-733-2767. For more information visit Sen. Edly-Allen's website. Save a Life, Give Blood!

When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm

Where: Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing, 216 W. Clayton St., Waukegan

What: Waukegan Township Democrats hosts a discussion about the state of America. They’ll also talk about ways to get involved and make a difference in the community. Pizza will be provided. For more information email waukegandems@gmail.com.

When: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

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

What: The February meeting of Indivisible Western Lake County features Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, who will share his perspective on local and national justice in America. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.

When: Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee.

What: The monthly meeting of the Warren Township Democrats featuring guest speakers Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, Warren Township Dems Vice Chair Celeste Flores, and Waukegan Mayoral candidate Sam Cunningham.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00am

Where: Little Bean Coffee, 395 Lake St., Antioch

What: Antioch and Grant Township Democrats gather for discussion and networking. To RSVP, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30am

Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake

What: An informative and supportive forum addressing senior healthcare and legal issues within the LGBTQ+ community. RSVP to 847-223-2310 or email StAndrewGrayslake@sbcglobal.net.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm

Where: Barrington location provided upon RSVP

What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:30am to 12:30pm

Where: Tesla, 1121 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.  We’ll be gathering on the sidewalk in front of the Tesla dealership.

What: Lake County Democrats gather to protest Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and Donald Trump’s biggest campaign donor, and his troubling behavior as part of the Trump administration, as well as Donald Trump. Let us know if you’d like to help organize this event by emailing info@lakedems.org with Elon Protest in the subject line.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park

What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with two of Highland Park’s mom candidates: Josie Beck for HP Park District Commissioner, and Lori Fink for North Shore School District 112 Board. Space is limited—please register at https://lu.ma/cu6csssv.

When: Monday, February 24, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Hall, 12 East Erie St., Chicago

What: Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association (IDCCA) holds its 2025 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Ben Head, Co-Founder, Operation Swing State; Robin Kelly, Congresswoman, Illinois 2nd; Joe Power, Founding Partner, Power Rogers Trial Lawyers; and Ram Villivalam, State Senator, 8th District, 39th Ward Democratic Committeeperson. Tenth Dems Founder and Lake Dems Chair Lauren Beth Gash serves as Vice Chair on the Executive Board of the IDCCA and is a past recipient of the Party Builder of the Year Award. RSVP here or email dan@idcca.org or call 217-753-3380 for questions or to RSVP.

When: Monday, February 24, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: JJ Twiggs, 1200 N. Old Rand Rd., Wauconda

What: Ask questions, learn about the candidates and their priorities, and stay informed about what’s happening with the school board. RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16GHiMR9zZ/.

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11:30am to 3:00pm

Where: Il Forno Pizza & Pasta, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield

What: A Day of Action for Democrats for West Deerfield Township. Literature and walk sheets will be provided. Yard signs will be available. For more information and to RSVP, email info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.