When: Sunday, January 16, 2022 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Bagels By The Book, 870 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: Petition Kickoff for State Senator Adriane Johnson, State Representative Dan Didech and Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim. Mask and proof of vaccination required to attend.
When: Sunday, January 16, 2022. Shifts from 11:00am to 2:00pm and 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Democratic Party of Evanston, 1806 Church St., Evanston
What: Campaign kickoff for Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, State Senator Laura Fine, and State Representatives Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz and Robyn Gabel. Mask and proof of vaccination are required to attend. Sign up here. For questions, email finevolunteer@gmail.com or text 414-540-8976
When: Sunday, January 16, 2022. Lunch and training: 12:30 to 1:00pm; Petition pickup/dropoff: 12:30 to 3:30pm
Where: McAlister’s Deli, 6557 Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: Attendees can stop by and sign petitions for Joyce Mason, reelection candidate for State Representative; Carissa Casbon, candidate for Lake County Board, and other candidates. This is also an opportunity to pick up petitions to get signatures from family, friends and neighbors.
Where: Holiday Inn Skokie, 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie
What: State Senator Ram Villivalam kicks off his reelection campaign with special guests Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, Congressman Mike Quigley and State Senate President Don Harmon. There will be refreshments, petitions available to sign, and the chance to sign up for volunteer slots. Proof of vaccination required. RSVP here. For questions, email Joey Slater at joeys@ramforsenate.com
When: Sunday, January 16, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30pm
Where: First Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church, 1529 Elizabeth Ave., North Chicago
What: The North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance presents the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration. For questions, email Angelo Kyle at akyle657@gmail.com
When: Monday, January 17, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00 noon
Where: Online. For tickets, visit www.waukegantownship.com
What: The 20th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Dreamers’ Event with the program theme, “Know Your History, Know Your Future!” Guest Speakers: Rev. Dr. William Barber and Pastor James T. Meeks. Other speakers: Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and U.S. Senator Richard Durbin. For more information, call 847-244-9242.
When: Monday, January 17, 2022 at 6:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom. RSVP
What: In honor of Martin Luther King Day, Moraine Dems sponsors a virtual discussion about the new congressional, legislative, county board, and precinct maps in our area. There will also be comments from Democratic candidates running this year.
When: Tuesday, January 18, 2021 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Congregation Beth Am and ACA Consumer Advocacy present a discussion about health care reform as social justice, the inequities of the current system, and ways to move forward. For more information email rabbiprass@congregation-betham.org
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. Space is limited due to COVID-related restrictions, and late sign-ups may or may not be added to the class. For additional information or to RSVP, register online, email volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, send an email to cgt011@gmail.com.
What: The January meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Guest speakers include 2022 candidates: U.S. Representative Bill Foster (for the 11th District), Anthony Vega (for Lake County Clerk), and Judge Rochford (for IL Supreme Court).
When: Thursday, January 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Online. To receive video conference link, email ehebbard1@gmail.com
What: The January meeting of the IWLC. Attendees will hear comments from Nancy Rotering, candidate for Illinois Supreme Court District 2; Mary Edly-Allen, candidate for State Senate; Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk; and Laura Dias, candidate for State Representative.
When: Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00 noon
Where: Hansa Coffee Roasters, 600 Walnut Ave., Lake Bluff
What: Petitions and Coffee for State Senator Julie Morrison, Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart and State Representative Bob Morgan. Mask and proof of vaccination required to attend.
When: Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Hidden Pearl Cafe, 1250 N. Green Street, McHenry
What: An opportunity to sign petitions and meet candidates. Complimentary food and coffee will be provided. Proof of vaccination and masks will be required. For additional information, visit the Facebook page.
When: Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Palatine Aquatic Center Parking Lot, 340 E. Palatine Road, Palatine
What: Maria Peterson, candidate for the 26th State Senate District, and Chelsea Laliberte Barnes, candidate for the 51st State House District, hold a petition signing event in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday. This is an opportunity to sign their petitions, register to canvass, and donate new or lightly used clothing and non-perishable food. Coffee and donuts will be served. Register here.
When: Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: AREA Coffee, 18 E. Park St., Mundelein
What: Fremont Township Democrats offer an opportunity to sign and distribute petitions for Democratic candidates. There will be a notary present to notarize any completed petitions. There will be coffee and tasty snacks while you wait. Masks are required indoors while not eating or drinking. For questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com or call 847-918-0499
When: Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Emmett’s Brewing Company, 110 N. Brockway St., Palatine
What: A Winter Reception for Nabeela Syed, candidate for State Representative. RSVP here.
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 11:00am – 12:00 noon
Where: Online. Zoom link provided upon RSVP. Sign up here.
What: A virtual coffee club with Congressman Brad Schneider. For questions or to RSVP call Mitch at 847-977-4860 or email mitch@schneiderforcongress.com
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Parking lot of All American Reclaim, 900 W. Northwest Hwy, Lake Barrington
What: Cuba Township Democrats sponsor a drive-up opportunity to sign petitions for candidates at all levels of government. Attendees are requested to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the food bank.
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 11:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Bagels By The Book, 870 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: Libertyville Township Democrats and Fremont Township Democrats sponsor a Day of Action for State Senator Adriane Johnson and State Representative Dan Didech. This is an opportunity to meet the candidates, canvass and enjoy coffee and bagels. Mask and proof of vaccination required to attend.
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Cafe De Oro, 2175 Deerfield Road, Riverwoods
What: West Deerfield Dems and Moraine Township Dems hold a Day of Action collecting petition signatures to get our Democratic elected officials on the ballot. For questions, email info@morainedems.org
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Cafe De Oro, 2175 Deerfield Road, Riverwoods
What: West Deerfield Dems and Moraine Township Dems hold a Day of Action collecting petition signatures to get our Democratic elected officials on the ballot. For questions, email info@morainedems.org
When: Sunday, January 23, 2022. Lunch 12:30 to 1:30pm; circulating petition training 1:45 to 2:15pm.
Where: Joanem for Judge Campaign Headquarters, 521 Clayton St., Waukegan
What: Lunch and training for circulating petitions to get John Joanem on the ballot as a candidate for Lake County Circuit Court Judge. To RSVP, call 224-430-2224
When: Monday, January 24, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Wilmette home address provided upon RSVP. Register here.
What: A fundraiser in Wilmette for Congressman Sean Casten. He will discuss his recent work in Congress and his upcoming campaign. Appetizers and drinks will be served. Vaccination and masks will be required to attend.
When: Tuesday, January 25, 2022 from 7:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Gojo’s Cafe and Pancake House, 2829 Belvidere Road, Waukegan
What: Sign Drive Petition Signing for Judge Reginald Mathews, candidate for 3rd Subcircuit. For more information, visit www.Reggie4judge.com
When: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 from 7:30 to 9:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: Indivisible Illinois and ILVOTE sponsor a presentation on the Illinois Supreme Court by Julie Sampson (Citizen Action/Illinois) and Ed Mullen (Election Attorney). Also ILVOTE updates with Evelyn Malone (Indivisible Crystal Lake). For questions, email lhoppenworth@indivisibleil.com
When: Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 6:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Irish Mill, 26592 N. IL Route 83, Mundelein
What: A fundraiser for Fremont Township Democrats. The event features live music and food to buy. Candidates welcome. Petitions will be available to sign and distribute. COVID-19 safety protocols will be observed. Attendees are asked to be vaccinated and boosted, and to wear a mask. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com or call 847-918-0499
When: Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. The link will be sent with the October minutes and November agenda.
What: The January meeting of the Warren Township Democrats. The meeting will include discussion of precinct maps, petition drives and petitions available for circulation, results from the December 5 Holiday Fundraiser and old/new business. Guest speakers: Laura Dias and Tom Maillard, Democratic candidates for State Representative District 62. For more information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795
When: Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
Where: Original Bagel & Bialy, 105 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove
What: An opportunity to sign petitions for Lake County Board member Marah Altenberg, Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, State Senator Adriane Johnson, State Representative candidate Chelsea Laliberte Barnes and other Democratic candidates.
When: Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 6:30pm
Where: Online. Register online.
What: A virtual celebration featuring special guests Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch in support of Lake County's House Delegation: State Representatives Jonathan Carroll, Dan Didech, Joyce Mason, Rita Mayfield, Bob Morgan and Sam Yingling. Hosted by Lauren Beth Gash.
When: Sunday January 30th from 12:00 noon to 2:00pm
Where: Lake County Federation of Teachers, 248 Ambrogio Dr., Gurnee (right off Rte. 41)
What: Attendees can pick up or sign petitions for candidates in Lake County – or get some notarized. Precinct Committeeperson petitions also will be available. Maps will be available to help you figure out your new precinct. Free and open to Democrats. COVID protocols will be observed. Snacks and beverages provided.