Schneider for Congress Holiday Party
When: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Waukegan location provided upon RSVP
What: Schneider for Congress annual Holiday Party. RSVP here.
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JAC Presents What’s at Stake, a Discussion on Addressing Antisemitism in a Time of Crisis
When: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Northfield address provided upon RSVP. The event will also be livestreamed on YouTube.
What: Joint Action Committee (JAC) presents a discussion on addressing antisemitism in a time of crisis featuring Oren Jacobson, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Project Shema. RSVP online.
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) December Meeting
When: Wednesday, December 20, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s December meeting features Michael Conway, candidate for County Board District 5 (CBD 5). There will also be a review of events since the last meeting as well as plans for recognition of Jan. 6, 2021. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) January 6 Demonstration
When: Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: NW corner of Route 83 and Monaville Road, outside Walmart, Lake Villa
What: Attendees at IWLC’s January 6 Democracy Now Demonstration will stand on the sidewalk with signs. Attendees should show up at 12:45pm to hold a sign and remind neighbors, “no more lies about Jan. 6-Democracy Now”. Speakers Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega, Anton Mathews & Esiah Campos will talk about the importance of voting and why the 2024 election is the most important of our lives! For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall
When: Monday, January 8, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago
What: The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office presents a North Chicago Community Town Hall on the Gun Violence Prevention Initiative (GVPI). Register here.
Antioch & Grant Township Democrats January Meeting
When: Monday, January 8, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm\
Where: Big Hollow Middle School – cafeteria, 26051 W. Nippersink Road, Ingleside
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. At the meeting, Lake County Board, District 2, candidate Hilary Winiarz will introduce herself and share information about her campaign. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com
Ela Township Dems January Meeting
When: Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 7:00pm
Where: Online via ZOOM. For link, email alicia@aliciatimm.com
What: The January meeting of the Ela Township Democrats features Hilary Winiarz, candidate for Lake County Board, District 2 that includes Wauconda and portions of Hawthorn Woods, Mundelein, Round Lake, and Round Lake Park.
Newport Township Dems January Meeting
When: Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 7:00pm
Where: The Shanty Restaurant, 38985 US Highway 41, Wadsworth; corner of Hwy 41 and Wadsworth Road. Enter the east side.
What: At the January meeting of Newport Township Democrats the guest speaker will be Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega, who will join the group at 7:30. The meeting will begin with discussion of the airport expansion opposition (and ordering dinner, of course). RSVP to Kathie at khayden.newport@gmail.com
Documentary Screening, “How Martin Luther King Jr. Changed the World”
When: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: McHenry County College, Luecht Auditorium, 8900 U.S. Hwy. 14, Crystal Lake
What: McHenry County Juneteenth Organization and McHenry County College present a 45-minute documentary, How Martin Luther King Jr. Changed the World. Rev. Dr. Norval Brown will introduce the film and will lead a brief audience interaction following it. For more information or to sign up, click here.
Fremont Township Democrats January Meeting
When: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 6:00pm
Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein (small party room) and online via Zoom.
What: All things political will be discussed, including preparation for the upcoming primaries and how to lay the groundwork for victory in 2024. A hybrid system will be used, with some meeting in person and everyone else Zooming in. For those attending in person, food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. Those wishing to join via Zoom should email fremontdems@gmail.com.
Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall in Highland Park
When: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Highland Park Public Library, 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park
What: The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office presents a Highland Park Community Town Hall on the Gun Violence Prevention Initiative (GVPI).These town halls are part of a series of town halls the GVPI has been hosting that offer them the opportunity to listen to the community’s concerns regarding gun violence in their neighborhoods and also collect data to inform and shape their Comprehensive Violence Reduction Plan. Register here.
Holiday Celebration with Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega
When: Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: 28 Mile Distilling Company, 454 Sheridan Road, Highwood
What: Anthony Vega celebrates his one-year anniversary in office. He will talk about the accomplishments in his first 12 months, and what is on the horizon for the Lake County Clerk’s Office. Admission includes appetizers and an open bar. Discount for Precinct Committeepersons. Register online.
Meeting to Fill Vacancy of Illinois House District 57 Representative
When: Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:30pm
Where: Northbrook Public Library, Pollak Room, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
What: On Friday, January 5, State Representative Jonathan Carroll submitted a resignation letter effective that evening at midnight. Pursuant to Illinois law, the Democratic Committeepersons for the 57th District, specifically Northfield Township/Tracy Katz Muhl, Wheeling Township/Mark Walker, New Trier Township/Dean Maragos, and Lake County/Lauren Beth Gash, will hold a public meeting on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:30 pm at the Northbrook Public Library, Pollak Room. The committee will cast weighted votes to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term with a member of the Democratic Party. Democrats interested in filling the vacancy or submitting a name for consideration may email info@northfielddems.org. RSVPs are appreciated and can be made here.
Reception in Support of Robyn Gabel, Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, Daniel Didech, Bob Morgan, and Tracy Katz Muhl
When: Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Hanger Two, 1100 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
What: A reception in support of State Representatives Robyn Gabel, Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, Daniel Didech, Bob Morgan, and candidate Tracy Katz Muhl. Dinner will be served. RSVP here or here or email RSVP@langenfeldassociates.com.
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration – Remember! Reflect! Act! Building a Beloved Community
When: Sunday, January 14, 2024. 4:00pm: Social, 5:00pm: Program
Where: Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 2401 Argonne Drive, North Chicago
What: North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance hosts the Martin Luther King Junior Celebration. The guest speaker will be Bishop Tavis Grant, the National Director of Field Operations for Operation PUSH. For more information contact Rev. Rick J. Harris, Director, Political & Public Affairs or Rev. Angelo Kyle, President, North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance and Lake County Board Member/President, Lake County Forest Preserves, at 847-404-1591. For information about ad sponsorships, email revmcoleman@gmail.com
Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Dreamers’ Breakfast
When: Monday, January 15, 2024 at 10:00am
Where: Holiday Inn Convention Center (Gurnee), 6161 W. Grand Avenue, Gurnee
What: Waukegan Township presents Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Dreamers’ Breakfast with the theme, “Good Trouble.” For tickets, visit www.waukegantownship.com. For more information, call 847-244-4900 or email Robbie Randle at rrandle@waukegantownship.com
Lake County Bar Association Free Legal Advice Clinic
When: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Avenue, Zion. Also via Zoom, Meeting ID: 874 7129 4948
What: The Lake County Bar Association sponsors a Free Legal Advice Clinic. Topics include: driver’s license, expungement, traffic defense, family law, real estate and foreclosure. For additional information, call 847-244-3143
Wauconda Township Democrats January Meeting
When: Wednesday, January 17, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom.
What: The January meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various topics will be covered including recent election updates, ballot referenda and trustee updates. For Zoom link, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) January Meeting
When: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s January meeting will recap the January 6th demonstration and welcome guest speaker, Hilary Elizabeth Winiarz, Lake County Board District 2 Democratic candidate. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
State’s Attorney’s Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall in Libertyville/Vernon Hills
When: Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Aspen Drive Library, 701 Aspen Dr., Vernon Hills
What: The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office presents a Libertyville/Vernon Hills Community Town Hall on the Gun Violence Prevention Initiative (GVPI). These town halls are part of a series of town halls the GVPI has been hosting that offer them the opportunity to listen to the community’s concerns regarding gun violence in their neighborhoods and also collect data to inform and shape their Comprehensive Violence Reduction Plan. Register here.
Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) Virtual Trivia Night
When: Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 6:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: IDCCA holds its 3rd Annual Virtual Trivia Night. Register here. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dan@ildcca.org or call 217-753-3380.
Alderman Kenneth Smith 70’s Birthday Party
When: Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 6:00pm
Where: Royal Reflections Event Space, 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., North Chicago
What: 5th Ward Alderman Kenneth Smith celebrates his 70’s birthday with a community party. The free event includes food and a 4×6 memory photo. Adults only. RSVP here.
League of Women Voters Highland Park-Highwood Panel Discussion
When: Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP and online via ZOOM.
What: The League of Women Voters of Highland Park-Highwood, in partnership with Common Cause Illinois, presents a panel discussion that will cover 2024 presidential election cycle’s most critical issues: safeguarding voter rights; access to fact-based information; and discerning the validity of election information in the era of rampant misinformation and disinformation; and the impact of generative AI. RSVP here.
Warren Township Democrats January Meeting
When: Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 7:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee. Back room.
What: The January meeting of the Warren Township Democrats. Agenda items include discussion of 2024 key dates and what can be done to help, summary of fundraising from 2023 Warren Township Democrats Annual Holiday Party, election judges, other upcoming Democratic events and Roundtable Discussion. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com.
Benton Township Dems January Meeting
When: Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Zion-Benton Library, 2400 Gabriel Avenue, Zion
What: The January meeting of the Benton Township Dems will map out how to make a difference this year. Click here to RSVP.
Alicia Timm’s Birthday Bash Fundraiser
When: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Roaring Table Brewing Company, 739 IL 22, Lake Zurich
What: A Birthday Bash celebrating and supporting Alicia Timm’s reelection. Food will be served along with homemade desserts. RSVP here. For questions, email alicia@aliciatimm.com
Capitol Fools Show with Tenth Dems
When: Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 2:00pm
Where: North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie.
What: Tenth Dems has sold out our entire block of 94 tickets to the Capitol Fools’ February 4th matinee at 2pm at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie!
We’re now accepting reservations on a waitlist—first come, first served.
Lake County Rising – End Violence Against Women
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Resource Fair: 5:30 to 6:45pm; Program: 7:00pm
Where: College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus, Auditorium A011, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake
What: Lake County Rising presents, “We All Have the Power to End Violence Against Women.”
Ela Township Democrats February Meeting
When: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 6:45 to 8:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 213 S. Rand Rd., Lake Zurich
What: Ela Township Democrats will gather to discuss upcoming plans and events. To RSVP, email elademocrats@gmail.com.
Warren-Newport Public Library Black History Month Celebration
When: Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee
What: The annual Black History Month celebration of achievements by African Americans, and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. For more information click here.