Events
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When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12:00 to 2:00pmWhere: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters (Agora Coworking), 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Suite 106, GrayslakeWhat: Bring a smart phone or your laptop and we will train you on how to do text banking. This weekend we are featuring Eric Rinehart! To RSVP, email traceyrepa3@gmail.com.
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Knock Doors with Lake Dems in Wisconsin for Harris-Walz
When: Saturday, October 19, from 12:00 noon until 3:00pm.Where: Southeast Wisconsin, in areas from Kenosha to Milwaukee, depending upon where we’re needed. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the address a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.What: WOW! is a Lake Dems project (now affiliated with Operation Swing State) to persuade Wisconsin voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors to get out the vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and other Democrats. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. Training also available from Operation Swing State. Sign up at lakedems.org/wow. -
Fundraiser for Peter Barca, Wisconsin Candidate for Congress, with Jan Schakowsky and Bill Foster
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00pmWhere: Glencoe home address provided upon RSVPWhat: A fundraiser for Peter Barca, Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District. Special guests, Congresspersons Jan Schakowsky and Bill Foster. RSVP here or email gina@barcaforwisconsin.com. -
Warren Township Democrats Day of Action for State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00pmWhere: Grayslake address provided upon RSVPWhat: A Day Of Action for Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart. Knock doors, write postcards, phone bank, or text bank. Food, drink, and training will be provided. RSVP online. -
Lake County Democratic Day of Action with Governor JB Pritzker
When: Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 10:30am to 3:00pmWhere: 28 Mile Distilling Company, 454 Sheridan Rd., HighwoodWhat: Join Lake County Democrats and the Democratic Party of Illinois as Governor JB Pritzker speaks at an exciting canvass launch for our great candidates in Lake County. Hear from Governor Pritzker and others. Then, whether you’re experienced or just beginning, head out with materials and Get Out The Vote. Click here to RSVP. -
Lake Villa Dems Day of Action
When: Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00pmWhere: Lake Villa Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., LindenhurstWhat: Door knocking to activate our voters to vote blue up and down the ballot. Newcomers will be partnered with an experienced canvasser. Bring appropriate clothing, a charged phone and a water bottle. To RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com. -
Knock Doors with Lake Dems in Wisconsin for Harris-Walz
When: Sunday, October 20, from 12:00 noon until 3:00pm.Where: Southeast Wisconsin, in areas from Kenosha to Milwaukee, depending upon where we’re needed. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the address a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.What: WOW! is a Lake Dems project (now affiliated with Operation Swing State) to persuade Wisconsin voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors to get out the vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and other Democrats. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. Training also available from Operation Swing State. Sign up at lakedems.org/wow. -
Joyce Mason and Mary Edly-Allen Day of Action with Lake County Dem Women
When: Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00pmWhere: Benton Township Area – address provided upon RSVPWhat: Volunteers needed to knock doors and persuade voters with State Representative Joyce Mason and State Senator Mary Edly-Allen. To RSVP, call Alexis Roberts at 847-445-1013. -
Lake Dems Shades of Blue Annual Awards Reception
When: Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pmWhere: Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders Rd., RiverwoodsWhat: Celebrate Kamala’s birthday with us! Join us at our annual Shades of Blue Awards Reception, a can’t-miss event. Come to this festive birthday party and help us recognize our outstanding Democratic leaders. Individual tickets are $60 for Kamala’s 60th birthday ($100 per couple). Sponsorships available. To RSVP: lakedems.org/shadesofblue. -
Fundraiser for Maria Peterson
When: Monday, October 21, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:30pmWhere: Strawberry Moon, 204 S. Main St., WaucondaWhat: The final fundraiser for State Representative candidate Maria Peterson. The event features live music from Jeff Trudell. RSVP here. -
Lake Dems Write Postcards in Highland Park
When: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pmWhere: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters – Moraine Township Dems, 474 Central Ave. (lower level), Highland Park.What: Lake Dems holds a postcard-writing party. The cards, addresses, and tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect. -
Mary Edly-Allen Bowling Night Fundraiser
When: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pmWhere: Kristoff’s Bowling Alley, 421 Rollins Rd., Round Lake BeachWhat: A night of bowling to support State Senator Mary Edly-Allen. The event features bowling, food and drinks. RSVP here or email kelly@ilsenatedems.org. -
Election Protection Team Training
When: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pmWhere: Location in north suburban Cook County to be provided to registrants closer to the date.What: Training for the Lake Dems/Tenth Dems Election Protection Team of attorney/poll watchers. Whether or not you’re an attorney, learn how to help make sure that everyone eligible to vote in Lake County and the 10th Congressional District is allowed to vote. Open to Democrats. (Note to attorneys: Free 1.5 hours of Professional Responsibility CLE have been approved). Register online. -
Lake Dems REV (Reach Every Voter) Project Phone Bank in Prairie View
When: Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pmWhere: Address of Pinta family home in Prairie View provided upon RSVPWhat: Lake Dems REV (Reach Every Voter) phone bank to Get Out The Vote (GOTV), thank voters, and make sure they have a plan to vote before November 5. To RSVP, email Carolyn Pinta at carolynpinta@gmail.com. -
Fundraiser for Rep. Joyce Mason and Circuit Court Clerk Erin Cartwright Weinstein
When: Friday, October 25, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pmWhere: Bill’s Pub North, 18945 W. Washington St., GrayslakeWhat: Fall Fundraiser for State Representative Joyce Mason and Circuit Court Clerk Erin Cartwright Weinstein. Dinner will be served. Cash bar. RSVP here.
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Coffee and Talk with Antioch and Grant Township Democrats
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00amWhere: Little Bean Coffee Shop, 395 Lake St., AntiochWhat: Antioch and Grant Township Democrats meet for conversation and networking. To RSVP or questions, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com. -
Lake Dems Postcard Writing/Phone Banking/Texting in the Grayslake Office
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10:00am to 2:00pmWhere: Lake County Democrats Grayslake headquarters (Agora Coworking), 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Suite 106, GrayslakeWhat: Postcard writing/phone banking/text banking in the new Grayslake office. Please bring postcard stamps. To RSVP, email Tracey Repa at traceyrepa3@gmail.com. -
Roadway Clean-Up with Grant Township Democrats
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10:30 to 11:30amWhere: Grant Woods, Long Lake Trailhead parking lot, Rollins Rd. between Wilson Rd. and Fairfield Rd., InglesideWhat: Help clean up Grant Township Dems’ adopted mile of Rollins Rd. Meet at the Long Lake Trailhead parking lot, on the south side of Rollins Rd., west of Fairfield and east of Wilson. Wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and gloves. RSVP to Randy Read at ranhandle@aol.com. -
Petition Gathering for Jesse Rojo, Candidate for Village of Barrington Trustee
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 11:00am to 2:00pmWhere: Barrington locationWhat: An event gathering signatures for Jesse Rojo, chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, running for Village of Barrington Trustee. To RSVP call 503-840-2209. -
Lake Villa Dems Day of Action
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00pmWhere: Lake Villa Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., LindenhurstWhat: Door knocking to activate our voters to vote blue up and down the ballot. Newcomers will be partnered with an experienced canvasser. Bring appropriate clothing, a charged phone, and a water bottle. To RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com. -
Knock Doors with Lake Dems in Wisconsin for Harris-Walz
When: Saturday, October 26, from 12:00 noon until 3:00pmWhere: Southeast Wisconsin, in areas from Kenosha to Milwaukee, depending upon where we’re needed. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the address a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Highland Park and elsewhere in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.What: WOW is a Lake Dems project (now affiliated with Operation Swing State) to persuade Wisconsin voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors to get out the vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and other Democrats. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. Training also available from Operation Swing State. Sign up at lakedems.org/wow. -
Knock Doors with Lake Dems in Wisconsin for Harris-Walz
When: Sunday, October 27, from 12:00 noon until 3:00pmWhere: Southeast Wisconsin, in areas from Kenosha to Milwaukee, depending upon where we’re needed. We’ll gather at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems) staging/training site before heading out to knock doors. We’ll let you know the address a few days before. If you need a ride or can drive others, let us know when you register as we’ll have designated meeting points in Highland Park and elsewhere in Lake County for those wishing to carpool.What: WOW is a Lake Dems project (now affiliated with Operation Swing State) to persuade Wisconsin voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors to get out the vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and other Democrats. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. Training also available from Operation Swing State. Sign up at lakedems.org/wow. -
Lake Villa Dems Day of Action
When: Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 1:30 to 4:30pm
Where: Lake Villa Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: Door knocking to activate our voters to vote blue up and down the ballot. Newcomers will be partnered with an experienced canvasser. Bring appropriate clothing, a charged phone, and a water bottle. To RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.
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Fremont Dems Day of Action
When: Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pmWhere: Fremont Dems Headquarters, 1670 Valencia Way, MundeleinWhat: Fremont Dems will walk precincts dropping literature, including the new Lake Dems Voter Guide, to Democrats and leaning Democrats in Fremont Township. To RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com. -
Election Protection Team Online Training
When: Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 4:00 to 5:30pmWhere: Online. A link will be sent the day of the event.What: Training for the Lake Dems/Tenth Dems Election Protection Team of attorney/poll watchers. Whether or not you’re an attorney, learn how to help make sure that everyone eligible to vote in the 10th Congressional District and Lake County is allowed to vote. Open to Democrats. Attorneys can earn 1.5 hours of professional responsibility CLE. Register online. -
House Party for Eric Rinehart
When: Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 7:30 to 9:00pmWhere: Address for Highland Park home near the main train station provided upon RSVPWhat: Eric Rinehart supporters can meet him and aid his re-election effort. RSVP here. -
Ela Township Democrats Monthly Meeting
When: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 7:00pmWhere: Online via ZoomWhat: Ela Dems will gather to discuss final opportunities to help Democrats win on Election Day. Email elademocrats@gmail.com for the Zoom link. -
Lake Dems REV (Reach Every Voter) Project Phone Bank in Prairie View
When: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pmWhere: Address of Pinta family home in Prairie View provided upon RSVPWhat: Lake Dems REV (Reach Every Voter) phone bank to Get Out The Vote (GOTV), thank voters, and make sure they have a plan to vote before November 5. To RSVP, email Carolyn Pinta at carolynpinta@gmail.com. -
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GOTV With Lake Villa Dems Saturday
When: Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pmWhere: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Headquarters (Agora Coworking), 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Suite 106, GrayslakeWhat: Lake Villa Dems is knocking on doors of identified voters and making sure they are getting out to vote! There will be four shifts: 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm. There will be training on GOTV. If you have never door knocked, you will be partnered with an experienced door knocker. Please bring a charged cell phone, water to drink, and be dressed appropriately for the weather. To RSVP, email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com. -
Get Out The Vote with Lake County Democrats in Highland Park
When: Saturday, November 2, 2024. First shift: 11:00am to 2:00pm; second shift: 2:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters – Moraine Township Dems, 474 Central Ave. (lower level), Highland Park.
What: Lake Dems is knocking on doors to get our supporters out to vote! Join us to elect Democrats who share our values. There will be training. If you have never knocked on doors, you can go with an experienced door knocker. Please bring a charged cell phone, water to drink, and be dressed appropriately for the weather. Register here.
