When: Monday, March 14, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Antioch Area Senior Center, 817 Holbek Drive, Antioch
What: Monthly meeting of Grant and Antioch Township Democrats. This is the first in-person meeting of 2022. RSVP to granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com and antiochtownshipdemocrats@gmail.com
When: Wednesday, March 16, 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. 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). If you’re interested in helping organize voter registration, contact Lake Dems at info@lakedems.com.
When: Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to cgt011@gmail.com
What: The March meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Guest speakers include 2022 candidates: Judge Rene Cruz running for IL Supreme Court and Alicia Timm running for Lake County Board in District 17.
When: Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online. Register here.
What: U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, the Asian American Caucus, the Asian American Foundation and Asian American community organizations hold a statewide virtual conversation one year later on the Anniversary of the Atlanta murders.
When: Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa address provided upon RSVP to ehebbard1@gmail.com
What: Attendees at the March meeting of the IWLC will meet the candidates.
When: Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 12:00 noon to 3:00pm
Where: Drop off donations to Grant Township, 26725 W. Molidor Road, Ingleside
What: Antioch, Avon, Grant, Lake Villa, Newport and Wauconda Townships are collecting donations for Ukraine. All medical supplies, food, clothing and other essentials must be new. To volunteer, call 847-740-2233.
When: Sunday, March 20, 2022 from 4:00 to 5:30pm
Where: Happ Inn, 305 N. Happ Road, Northfield
What: An opportunity to visit with Congressman Brad Schneider and hear an update during a busy time in Congress. Register here. For questions, contact Mitch Greenberg at (847) 977-4860 or Mitch@schneiderforcongress.com
When: Monday, March 21, 2022 from 2:00 to 3:15pm
Where: North Shore Senior Center, 161 Northfield Rd., Northfield
What: Congressman Brad Schneider holds a town hall for seniors where he will provide a legislative update discussing actions Congress has taken to support Ukraine, political polarization and other topics before taking questions from attendees. To RSVP, email matt.fried@mail.house.gov
When: Monday, March 21, 2022 from 5:30 to 6:30pm
Where: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a roundtable discussion to celebrate Women’s History Month. Panelists include: Geri Aglipay, SBA Regional Administrator; Donna Johnson, Libertyville Mayor; Karin Peterson, Mental Health Professional and Sherri Cawn, Business Owner. Panelists will discuss their experiences during COVID and how to ensure equality going forward. To RSVP, email matt.fried@mail.house.gov
When: Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom. Register here.
What: N/NW Suburban Chapter, National Organization for Women (NOW), hosts Chicago feminist and children’s book author, Mary Lou Edwards. She will talk about her new book, Only One Me On Our Big Blue Marble, a book for pre-teen girls.
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.