Events

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:30am to 12:30pm

Where: Tesla, 1121 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.  We’ll be gathering on the sidewalk in front of the Tesla dealership.

What: Lake County Democrats gather to protest Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and Donald Trump’s biggest campaign donor, and his troubling behavior as part of the Trump administration, as well as Donald Trump. Let us know if you’d like to help organize this event by emailing info@lakedems.org with Elon Protest in the subject line.

When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park

What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with two of Highland Park’s mom candidates: Josie Beck for HP Park District Commissioner, and Lori Fink for North Shore School District 112 Board. Space is limited—please register at https://lu.ma/cu6csssv.

When: Monday, February 24, 2025 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 2025 Party Builder Awards Reception honoring Ben Head, Co-Founder, Operation Swing State; Robin Kelly, Congresswoman, Illinois 2nd; Joe Power, Founding Partner, Power Rogers Trial Lawyers; and Ram Villivalam, State Senator, 8th District, 39th Ward Democratic Committeeperson. 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: Monday, February 24, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: JJ Twiggs, 1200 N. Old Rand Rd., Wauconda

What: Ask questions, learn about the candidates and their priorities, and stay informed about what’s happening with the school board. RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16GHiMR9zZ/.

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11:30am to 3:00pm

Where: Il Forno Pizza & Pasta, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield

What: A Day of Action for Democrats for West Deerfield Township. Literature and walk sheets will be provided. Yard signs will be available. For more information and to RSVP, email info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park

What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with Highland Park’s dad candidates: Jaret Fishman for North Shore School District 112 Board; Kevin Cullather for City Council; Bradley Hergott for North Shore School District 112 Board; Ryan Morgan for North Shore School District 112 Board; Art Kessler for North Shore School District 112 Board; Jon Center for City Council; Bennett Lasko for North Shore School District 112 Board; Tom Vanden Berk for Park District Commissioner; and Steve Greenberg for Park District Commissioner. To register, visit http://hp-votes.com.

When: Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 1:00pm

Where: The Moraine Events (former Highland Park Country Club), 1201 Park Ave. West, Highland Park

What: The League of Women Voters of Highland Park-Highwood sponsors the upcoming nonpartisan, in-person Candidates Forum. 1:00pm: Candidates for Park District of Highland Park; 2:00pm: Candidates for Highland Park City Council; and 3:00pm: Candidates for North Shore District #112.

When: Monday, March 3, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein

What: Fremont Democrats are putting the FUN in FUNdraiser by hosting a Mardi Gras potluck party.  RSVP to fremontdems@gmail.com or call 847-533-5717 including what Mardi Gras-inspired dish you plan to bring.

When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 4:30 to 6:00pm

Where: Naperville Train Station area (overpass over Washington and train loading areas)

What: A gathering of National Organization for Women (NOW), League of Women Voters of Naperville, AAUW Naperville Area, National Council of Jewish Women Chicago North Shore, and Naper Pride to shine a Light for Our Democracy. More information here.

When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom.

What: Consolidated election candidates supported by Ela Township Democrats will speak at this month’s meeting. Email elademocrats@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Online

What: A virtual session with Congressman Quigley as he provides updates on his actions to hold the Trump administration accountable. RSVP: QuigleyTownHall.eventbrite.com.

When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Online

What: A virtual session with Congressman Quigley as he provides updates on his actions to hold the Trump administration accountable. RSVP: QuigleyTownHall.eventbrite.com.

When:  Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville

What: Libertyville Township Democrats March Meeting. Email libertyvilledems@gmail.com to learn more.

When: Friday, March 7th, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm

Where: Bertrand Lanes, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan

What: Waukegan Township Dems host a bowling fundraiser at Bertrand Lanes. This event is an evening of entertainment and community engagement. For more information and to RSVP click here.

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:30am

Where: Antioch Public Library, 757 N. Main St., Antioch

What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. There will be a discussion of the offices and candidates for the April 1 municipal election and the 2025 parade schedule. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Where: Grayslake Recreation Center

What: Illinois State Rep. Laura Faver Dias,  LGBTQ+ Center Lake County, Illinois State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, and Mano A Mano are pleased to partner with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to provide mobile DMV services to our constituents. Appointments are required. Click here.

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 11:00am to 1:00pm

Where: Exchange Dr. & Rte. 14 Crystal Lake, (5260 NW Hwy., Crystal Lake)

What: An International Women’s Day march.  Click here for more information and to RSVP.

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 11:00am to 3:00pm

Where: YWCA Evanston/North Shore, 1215 Church St., Room 206, Evanston

What: A celebration of International Women’s Day. The event includes yoga, interactive sessions with State Senator Laura Fine and State Representative Robyn Gabel, and a networking lunch.

When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Meet at Craving Gyros, 2 E. Main St., Lake Zurich

What: Door Knocking in Lake Zurich School District 95. Email DanaLee.Miroballi@outlook.com or call Dana Lee Miroballi at 202-441-1331 to RSVP.

When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm

What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.

When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods

What: Brushwood Center celebrates Women’s History Month with an afternoon of chamber music featuring works written and performed by women. RSVP here. For additional information, email pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org.

When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 3:00 to 4:30pm

Where: Once Upon A Bagel, 1888 1st St., Highland Park

What: Annual Moraine Township Democrats Spring Forward membership reception – on the day we change our clocks. Enjoy bagels, beverages, sweets, and time with like-minded Democratic neighbors, candidates, and elected officials. RSVP here. For additional information email info@morainedems.org with "Spring Forward" in the subject line. (Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.)

When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 3:00 to 5:00pm

Where: Destino Ristorante, 5101 Washington St., Suite 34, Gurnee

What: Hear more about Carissa Casbon’s campaign for Warren Township Supervisor. Tickets include food. RSVP here.

When: Monday, March 10 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Telephone Town Hall

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a telephone town hall in English and Spanish to update constituents on President Trump’s recent actions and what Congress is doing in response. Sign up at Schneider.house.gov/live. For questions, call 202-225-4835.

When: Tuesday, March 11 at 8:00am

Where: Vernon Hills High School LMC Classroom

What: State Representative Laura Favor Diaz speaks about careers for women in male-dominated fields. For more information click here.

When: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Lakeside Recreation Center in Mundelein and on Zoom

What: General political discussion, especially looking at the landscape for local elections coming up in April. In person or on Zoom. Click here for Zoom link. For more information or to RSVP call Matt Lowry at 847-533-5717 or email fremontdems@gmail.com

When: Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

Where: ABLAZE Design Group, 259 Waukegan Ave., Highwood

What: Mingle with local candidates George Markoutsas for Highwood Alderman and Josie Beck for Park District Commissioner of Highland Park. RSVP here.

When: March 14, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Antioch VFW

What: Meet the candidates running for Mayor, Trustee, Board of Education, and other positions in Antioch.

When: Friday, March 14, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Club Tikki, 3500 Sunset Ave., Waukegan

What: Waukegan Mayoral Candidate Sam Cunningham Meet and Greet Fundraiser. To RSVP call 847-980-5750.