When: Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 10:00am to 11:30am

Where: 35 N. Old McHenry Rd., Hawthorn Woods

What: Ela Township Democrats will gather to clean up trash along a segment of Old McHenry Rd. in Hawthorn Woods.

When: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 9:00am. Conference continues on Wednesday, April 17 until 4:30pm

Where: Rock Run Convention Center, 1471 Rock Creek Blvd., Joliet

What: Youth Outlook hosts a conference and resource fair for educators, mental and physical health practitioners, social service providers, and anyone working with LGBTQ+ youth and their families. Keynote presentation: Ken Meija-Beal, Chair, DuPage County Democrats, “Telling Your Story: The Power of Unlocking Your True Self.”   For more information, visit the website.  Register online.

When: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 9:00am to 12:00 noon

Where: Zion Park District Sports Arena, 2400 Dowie Memorial Dr., Zion

What: Senior resource fair with over 50 resource booths. Attendees will receive the free 2024 Guidebook. Questions about services will be answered. Receive lunch to go. To RSVP, call Zion Township at 847-872-2811.

When: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

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

What: IWLC’s April meeting features discussion of upcoming events/recapping events. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.

When: Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 10:30 to 11:45am

Where: Online via Zoom

What: Lake County Opioid Initiative discusses the state of the overdose crisis in Lake County. To register, email chelsealaliberte@gmail.com.

When: Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00am

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

What: Monthly Coffee & Talk with the Antioch and Grant Township Democrats. To RSVP, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

When: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Where: College of Lake County Lake Shore Campus, Eleanor Murkey Center, 34 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan

What: State Representative Rita Mayfield, State Senator Adriane Johnson, College of Lake County Lake Shore Campus, and other organizations sponsor Job Fair 2024. The event is open to CLC students and the public.

When: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 12:00pm. Panel discussion begins at 1:00pm

Where: College of Lake County (Grayslake Campus), Auditorium A011 (Lower Level), 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake

What: In honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with the College of Lake County Criminal Justice Department and the Human Services/Social Work Department, is hosting a panel discussion about the importance of victims rights. It features movie clips from The Ammendment, a true and inspiring story of finding triumph over tragedy, injustice, and loss.  Panelists include Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, Director of Marsy’s Law for Illinois Jennifer Bishop Jenkins, and College of Lake County Title IX Coordinator Dr. Kristin D. Jones.  Register here.

When: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 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 2024 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Tom Balanoff, President Emeritus, Service Employees International Union Local 1; Kam Buckner, Assistant House Majority Leader, 26th District; and Linda Holmes, Assistant Senate Majority Leader, 42nd District. 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: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Vernon Hills High School, 145 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts an information session for students interested in military academy service. The session will go over how to apply for military academies and what you need to know throughout the nomination process. Representatives of the service academies will speak about their institution and discuss the admissions process. After the program, students and parents will have a chance to speak one-on-one with the academy representatives. Register here. For questions, call 847-383-4870.

When: Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom

What: The April meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various political topics will be covered. Guest speaker Susan Pribyl will present “Mountains not Molehills: Environmental Concerns of Fill Sites.” For Zoom link, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.

When: Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 9:00am to 12:00noon

When: Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 3:00 to 5:00pm

When: Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

Where: NORA, 626 North St. Clair St., Chicago. Corner of St. Clair and Ontario. Valet parking available.

What: A celebration of two powerful woman in public service: State Senator Lakesia Collins and State Representative Rita Mayfield. To RSVP, email corryn@danshoman.com or call/text 708-490-9964.

When: Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake

What: University Center of Lake County holds its Open House, showcasing 13 universities, 130+ programs and its Grayslake location. Attendees can meet admissions reps from each university and learn more about their programs. Register online.

When: Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 9:00 to 11:00am

Where: Ravinia Festival, West Parking Lot, 301 Ravinia Park Rd. (off Green Bay), Highland Park

What: Go Green Highland Park and Drive Electric Earth Month are hosting an EV showcase in conjunction with the City of Highland Park’s Arbor Day Celebration. Electric bicycles will also be on display. This is a free, in-person event.

When: Friday, May 3, 2024. 11:30am registration and socializing; 12:00 noon lunch program begins; 1:15pm adjournment

Where: Chicago location provided upon RSVP

What: Durbin Victory Fund presents lunch and conversation with the Senator. The format includes time for questions and dialogue. Register here. For questions, email Nancy Kohn at nkohn@kohnconsulting.com.

When:  Saturday, May 4, 2024 (Online registration opens at 7:30am; opening ceremony at 8:30am; race begins at 9:00am)

Where:  Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 Buckley Rd., Libertyville

What: The 12th annual A Safe Place EmpoweRun 5K is a unique and empowering fundraising event that brings together over 400 runners, friends, and supporters for a fun and impactful Spring Day. Attendees can run, walk, or donate to help victims who have been affected by domestic violence and human trafficking and to support their programs and services for families throughout the Chicagoland area. Link to register now

When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:30pm

Where: Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich

What: State Representative Nabeela Syed hosts a community blood drive. For more information visit the Facebook page.

When: Monday, May 6, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

When: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 from 6:45 to 8:00pm

When: Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:30pm

When: Friday, May 10, 2024 from 12:00 to 2:00pm

Where: Hyatt Regency Chicago, Grand Ballroom, East Tower, 151 East Wacker Dr., Chicago

What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Annual Ultimate Women’s Power Lunch.

Register here to join us.  If you’d like to sit with us, put Lake Dems or Lauren Beth Gash in the Specific Table Request field (which pops up after payment) when you register.

When: Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:30pm (morning, mid-day, and afternoon shifts available)

When: Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods

What: The market features and celebrates local artists, makers, vendors and organizations who are inspired by “Mother Earth” and working towards a more sustainable future. For more information, visit the website.

When: Monday, May 13, 2024 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

When: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm

When: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm