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  • Tenth Dems, Lake Dems, and the Illinois Democratic Chairs’ Association Present “The Right to Vote” — Election Protection Zoom

    When: Monday, October 10, 2022 from 7:30 to 9:00pm

    Where: Online via Zoom. Register at tenthdems.org/electionprotection

    What: Tenth Dems, Lake Dems, and the Illinois Democratic Chairs’ Association present “The Right to Vote.” Hear about voting rights in Illinois and help our Democratic candidates by making sure voters can exercise those rights. Our in-depth, practical training is open to Democrats. We offer 1.5 hours of FREE CLE (Continuing Legal Education) to attorneys.

  • League of Women Voters (LWV) Webinar Candidate Forum with Mike Clark (R) and Bob Morgan (D)

    When: Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 7:00pm

    Where: Live Zoom Webinar Register here

    What: LWV sponsors a candidate forum with Mike Clark and Bob Morgan, candidates for State Representative of Illinois 58th District. The candidates will answer questions from the public submitted during registration. This forum is part of a series hosted by the Leagues of Women Voters of Glenview-Glencoe, Deerfield-Lincolnshire, Highland Park-Highwood, and Lake Forest-Lake Bluff. Free and open to the public.

  • Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month – Latinos in Lake County

    When: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 8:30 to 11:30am

    Where: College of Lake County, 19351 West Washington Street, Auditorium A011, Grayslake

    What: Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart hosts an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the Latinos in Lake County.  Those who have gone above and beyond for the Latino Community in the past, those who are currently making an impact, and those who will continue to advocate for Latinos in Lake County will be recognized.

  • Democracy DIY Postcard Party!

    When: Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:30pm

    Where: Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion

    What: There will be a short Meet & Greet, followed by time to write postcards reminding folks to get out and vote. This is an “open house” style event; drop in any time and stay as long as you want.

  • Shredding and Collecting Unwanted Items Event

    When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 9:00am to Noon

    Where: First Baptist Church parking lot, 400 N. Sheridan Rd., Waukegan

    What: NAACP Lake County in partnership with SWALCO, COOL Learning Experience and City of Waukegan sponsor a shredding of unwanted documents and the collecting of shedded items to be reused, recycled or donated.

  • At Home With Judge Elizabeth Rochford

    When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:00am

    Where: 1227 Cambridge Ct., Highland Park. Register here.

    What: A neighborhood gathering to hear from Judge Elizabeth Rochford, candidate for Illinois Supreme Court.

  • Jane’s Army Pro-Choice Canvass

    When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 11:00am to 1:00 pm

    Where: 10 N. Lake Street, Suite 101, Grayslake

    What: Attendees will canvass with Jane’s Army for pro-choice candidates: Mary Edly-Allen, Laura Faver Dias, and IL Supreme Court candidate, Judge Elizabeth Rochford. The event is sponsored by Personal PAC, Men4Choice, G-PAC, Illinois NOW, Planned Parenthood Illinois Votes and more. Register here.

  • Day of Action in Fremont

    When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Lake Dems, Holly Kim, and Dan Didech campaign office, 105 N. Seymour Ave., Mundelein

    What: Fremont Dems reach out to Democratic voters in surrounding areas to help Get Out The Vote. They will stuff literature into door-hanging bags and then do literature drops at Democratic doors. Copies of the new Lake County Voter Guide will be distributed. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

  • Autumn Garden Party for Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul

    When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Home of Rob and Nancy Rotering. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.

    What: A Saturday afternoon garden party supporting Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and hearing from Democratic candidates including Judge Elizabeth Rochford, the critically important candidate for Illinois Supreme Court. Governor JB Pritzker will join as a special guest. For questions, contact Amanda Latty at amanda@kwameraoul.com or call 773-747-1408.

  • Team Bob Morgan Day of Action

    When: Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 12:00pm
    Where: El Forno, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield

    What: A day of action for State Representative Bob Morgan. The plan is to meet at noon for pizza and brief remarks and then to go out and canvass. Sign up here. For questions, email Ari Botbol at ari@bobmorganforillinois.com

  • Tenth Dems and Lake Dems Zoom Presentation, “The Right to Vote”

    When: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 from 7:30 to 9:00pm.  Also Sunday, October 30 from 4:00 to 5:30pm

    Where: Online via Zoom. Register here

    What: Those who attend this training will learn about voting rights in Illinois and how to help our Democratic candidates as a member of the Tenth Dems/Lake Dems Election Protection team by making sure voters can exercise those rights. Our in-depth, practical training for attorneys and other pollwatchers is open to Democrats. We offer 1.5 hours of FREE CLE (Continuing Legal Education) to attorneys.

  • Wauconda Township Democrats October Meeting

    When: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

    Where:  Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to drlesliedrl@gmail.com

    What: The October meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. In addition to hearing from guest speakers (TBD), attendees will discuss dates for future Days of Action, including Adopt-A-Highway and Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities.

     

  • Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) October Meeting

    When: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

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

    What: The October meeting of IWLC welcomes two guest speakers: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, who will speak on the topic of inflation’s impact on property taxes, and Rose Colacino, who will give an update on Indivisible IL and how they can support IWLC. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

  • Lake County Democrats Shades of Blue Fundraiser

    When: Thursday evening, October 20, 2022 at 7:00pm

    Where: Hyatt Regency Deerfield, 1750 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield

    What: Speakers include: IL State Treasurer Mike Frerichs, IL Supreme Court Candidate Judge Elizabeth Rochford, Congressman Brad Schneider, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and many others. Our rights are on the ballot — bodily autonomy, freedom from gun violence, workers’ rights, and so much more. We won’t go back. We can’t go back, given what is at stake. Register here.

  • Get Out The Vote Rally & Day of Action in Buffalo Grove

    When: Saturday, October 22, 2022. 10:00am: Candidate rally: 11:00am to 3:00pm: literature drops; 11:00am to 3:00pm: phone bank. Also Sunday, October 23.

    Where: Prairie House Tavern, 2710 N. Main Street, Buffalo Grove

    What: Ela Township Democrats and Vernon Township Democrats sponsor Days of Action with pizza. Sign up here.

  • Wauconda Township Democrats Highway Cleanup

    When: Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 1:00 to 2:30pm

    Where: Meet at Robert Crown School, 620 W. Bonner Road, Island Lake

    What: Wauconda Township Dems hold a highway cleanup along Bonner Road. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite Dems shirt, sturdy shoes and long pants. Safety vests will be provided. Please bring your favorite gloves.  Attendees must watch this short Lake County video before participating: http://lakecountyil.swagit.com/play/10152014-1058/#1. To RSVP email drlesliedrl@gmail.com

  • Day of Action in Fremont

    When: Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Lake Dems, Holly Kim, and Dan Didech campaign office, 105 N. Seymour Ave., Mundelein

    What: Fremont Dems reach out to Democratic voters in surrounding areas to help Get Out The Vote. They will stuff literature into door-hanging bags and then do literature drops at Democratic doors. Copies of the new Lake County Voter Guide will be distributed. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

  • Get Out The Vote Rally & Day of Action in Buffalo Grove

    When: Sunday, October 23, 2022. 11:00am to 3:00pm: literature drop; 11:00am – 3:00pm: phone bank.

    Where: Prairie House Tavern, 2710 N. Main Street, Buffalo Grove

    What: Ela Township Democrats and Vernon Township Democrats sponsor Days of Action with pizza. Sign up here.

  • Go North to Help Mandela Barnes and Gov. Tony Evers Win in Wisconsin

    When: Sunday, October 23, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm

    Where: Meet up at a location to be announced in either Kenosha or Racine, or connect with carpools at locations in Northern Illinois TBA

    What: Join a group going to Wisconsin. Following a brief training, we’ll knock doors for Democratic candidate for Senate Mandela Barnes and Democratic Governor Tony Evers. Helping Mandela Barnes defeat Ron Johnson could mean the difference between losing the Senate or increasing our Democratic majority. Re-electing Governor Evers would keep in place a critical check against the Republican-controlled Wisconsin legislature. Sign up here.

  • Join Governor JB Pritzker and Lake Dems for a Rally to Elect Democrats on Wednesday!

    When: Wednesday, October 26th at 12 noon

    What: Come join JB Pritzker and the Lake County Democrats for an Early Voting/Get Out The Vote (GOTV) Rally. Snacks and beverages will be served. After the rally, many of us will walk over to the County Building to vote. Yard signs and walk lists will be available.

    Where: New Lake County Democrats’ headquarters in Waukegan (one block up from our old office) – come see it. 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan.

    RSVP here as space is somewhat limited.