Sam Cunningham Mayoral Campaign Launch Party
When: Friday, November 3, 2023 from 5:30 to 9:00pm
Where: Club Tiki, 3500 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan
What: Party launching the reelection campaign for Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham.
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Brushwood Center Presents Soundscapes: Visualizing the Healing Sounds of Nature
When: Sunday, November 5 through November 26. 2023 from 10:00am to 3:00pm Monday-Thursday and Saturday; Sunday 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods
What: Brushwood Center’s initiative, “At Ease: Art and Nature for Veterans and the Military Community,” explores artwork that visually interprets and conveys artists’ personal experiences and emotional responses to healing sounds. For more information, visit https://www.brushwoodcenter.org/store/c734/Soundscapes%3A_Visualizing_the_Healing_Sounds_of_Nature_%7C_November_5-_26%2C_2023.html
Lake Dems Petition Event: Lawyer Look-Over, Petition Turn-In, and Notary Party!
When: Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, Gurnee
What: Completed petitions or statements of candidacy, including petitions for Precinct Committeeperson, will be looked over by an attorney trained in election law, notarized, and turned in to the candidates or the Clerk’s office (for Precinct Committeeperson petitions). All in one place and free of charge! Petitions for Democratic candidates, including for President Biden, will be available. For questions, email info@lakedems.org.
Lake Dems and Waukegan Township Democrats Petition Party
When: Friday, November 10, 2023 from 4:30 to 6:30pm
Where: Nightshade & Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing, 216 W. Clayton Street, Waukegan
What: Lake Dems and Waukegan Township Dems cosponsor a free petition party to collect signatures for Democratic candidates so they can appear on the 2024 ballot. There will be pizza and snacks for petitions signers, and opportunities to meet with other Democrats, including some elected officials. Sign up here. For questions, email waukegandems@gmail.com
Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band Annual Fall Concert
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Vernon Hills High School Performing Arts Center, 145 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills
What: Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band performs its 22nd Annual Fall Concert, “Freedom,” honoring military veterans and brothers and sisters of the African-American community. Purchase tickets here.
Brushwood Center Soundscapes Exhibition Reception
When: Sunday, November 12, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods
What: A celebration of the artists at Brushwood Center’s Veterans Art Exhibition, and the At Ease community! It is an opportunity to meet and talk with the artists in the exhibition, enjoy music, and engage with and learn more about Brushwood Center’s At Ease initiative. For more information, visit https://www.brushwoodcenter.org/store/c735/Soundscapes_Exhibition_Reception_%7C_Novem
Fundraiser for Carissa Casbon with Mexican Food and Music
When: Sunday, November 12, 2023 from 3:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte Gurnee, 401 N. Riverside Drive, Gurnee
What: A fundraiser supporting the reelection campaign of Lake County Board Member Carissa Casbon. The event includes Mexican food, Latin guitar and Mexican/Latin/Spanish fusion duo Pancho and Carolyn Rodea. RSVP online.
Antioch & Grant Township Democrats November Meeting
When: Monday, November 13, 2023 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. A speaker from Lake County Forest Preserves will discuss landscaping for a changing climate. Notary will be available for petitions. RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com
Lake Dems and Waukegan Township Democrats Petition Party
When: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Lake County Democratic Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: Lake Dems and Waukegan Township Dems cosponsor a free petition party to collect signatures for Democratic candidates so they can appear on the 2024 ballot. There will be pizza and snacks for petitions signers, and opportunities to meet with other Democrats, including some elected officials. Sign up here. For questions, email waukegandems@gmail.com
Tenth Dems University – The Threat to Democracy is Bigger than Trump
When: Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Program begins at 7pm; doors open at 6pm for conversation (food available for purchase until 6:45pm for those who are interested).
Where: Max and Benny’s Restaurant and Deli, 461 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook
What: “The Threat to Democracy is Bigger than Trump,” the latest edition of our continuing Tenth Dems University (TDU) programs, and a topic that has been on the minds of so many. We’ll hear from Sheila Nielsen, an attorney, author of The Markin Report, and host of “The Zoom Where It Happens.” Admission is free. Open to Democrats. Free CLE for attorneys available. To RSVP, click here.
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) November Meeting
When: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s November meeting. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.
Wauconda Township Democrats November Meeting
When: Wednesday, November 15, 2023, from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: The November meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. In addition to hearing from guest speakers (TBD), attendees will discuss dates for future “Days of Action,” including Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities. RSVP to waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com for Zoom link.
Warren Township Democrats November Meeting
When: Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee. Back room.
What: The November meeting of the Warren Township Democrats will be held on the third Thursday to avoid conflict with Thanksgiving. Agenda items include turn-in of petitions for Precinct Committeeperson and for elected officials; distribution of Biden/Harris petitions; notarization of completed petitions; Warren Township Democrats Annual Holiday Party, other upcoming Democratic events and Roundtable Discussion. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com
Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office Townhall on Gun Violence Prevention
When: Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: JIC Community Development Center, 202 S. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office’s Gun Violence Prevention Initiative, in collaboration with Jesus Name Apostolic Church and Livefree Lake County, host a townhall meeting on gun violence in Lake County. For questions, email statesattorney@lakecountyil.gov
Lake Dems and Moraine Township Democrats Petition Event
When: Saturday, November 18, 2023 from Noon to 2:00pm
Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Lower Level, Highland Park.
What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions or sign petitions for other candidates, like President Biden. (You can also pick up petitions to circulate.) Snacks will be served.
Lake Dems and Ela Township Democrats Petition Party
When: Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Ela Library, 275 Mohawk Tr., 2nd Floor, Lake Zurich
What: Lake Dems and Ela Township Dems cosponsor a petition party to notarize and collect petitions for Democratic candidates. Snacks and Democratic conversation will be served.
Open House (and Petition Party) at Waukegan ArtWauk
When: Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00pm
Where: Lake County Democrats Headquarters, 228A Genesee St., Waukegan
What: Lake Dems will be having an Open House for Democrats. Come get petitions notarized, looked over and turned in during ArtWauk in Waukegan.
Fremont Democrats Petition Party
When: Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: 1670 Valencia Way, Mundelein
What: Petitions that are turned in will be sent where they need to go. A notary will be present (picture ID needed). Petitions for President Biden will be available to sign or circulate. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com
Lake Dems and Moraine Township Democrats Hold Petition Event
When: Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 12:00 to 2:00pm
Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue, Lower Level, Highland Park
What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions or sign them for other candidates, like President Biden. Snacks will be served.
Lake Dems Petition Event in Libertyville
When: Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Cook Memorial Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lower Level Meeting Room, Libertyville
What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions, including for Precinct Committeeperson, or sign petitions for other candidates, like President Biden.
SAFE (Safe Access for Everyone) Illinois Virtual Launch Party with Jan Schakowsky
When: Monday, November 27, 2023 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Online
What: Co-Founders Chelsea Laliberte and Sara Knizhnik, and the Board of Directors of SAFE Illinois, with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, announce the launch of SAFE Illinois, the only 501(c)4 nonprofit advocacy organization in Illinois solely dedicated to solving public health issues like gun violence, poverty, addiction, suicide, climate change and beyond by addressing the root causes of violence. Register here for this free one-hour event. For more information, visit www.safeillinois.org
Give a Pint, Get a Pint Blood Drive with State Senator Julie Morrison
When: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 from 1:00 to 5:30pm
Where: North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook
What: A blood drive hosted by North Suburban YMCA in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois. A pint of ice cream will be given to each person who donates blood. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Register online. For more information, contact Senator Morrison’s District Office at 847-945-5200 or visit https://www.senatorjuliemorrison.com/.
“Remember and Commit” World AIDS Day Event
When: Friday, December 1, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Waukegan Park District, 412 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan
What: Lake County Stands Against Stigma, a collaboration of community members, presents a free event commemorating World AIDS Day as a time to reflect on and celebrate the global progress in the HIV/AIDS journey, recognize the challenges remaining, and honor the lives lost. To RSVP or for more information, call the Lake County Health Department’s Need2Know program at (847) 377-8450 or visit lakecountyil.gov/need2know
Holiday Recycling Event in Libertyville
When: Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Crawford Warming House (Butler Lake), 817 West Lake Street, Libertyville.
What: State Representative Laura Faver Dias, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, Lake County Board Member Jennifer Clark, Village of Libertyville Trustee Matthew Hickey and Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) present a Holiday Recycling Event. Refreshments will be served. There will be coloring activity for kids to take home. Click here for more information and to register.
Senator Julie Morrison Holiday Reception
When: Monday, December 4, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Haymarket Brewery, 737 W. Randolph Street, Chicago
What: A Holiday reception in Chicago with State Senators Laura Fine, Ann Gillespie, Julie Morrison and Laura Murphy. Register online or email Kelly at kelly@ilsenatedems.org
Kickoff Event for Dawn Milarski, Candidate for McHenry County Board
When: Monday, December 4, 2023 from 6:30 to 9:00pm
Where: Bopps Bar & Grill, 103 E Front St, Harvard, IL 60033, Woodstock
What: The kickoff event for Dawn Milarski’s candidacy for McHenry County Board, District 8. The event includes appetizers, refreshments, a cash bar and in-house dining. RSVP here or email dawnmilarski4district8@gmail.com
Holiday Evening Fundraiser for Eric Rinehart in Chicago
When: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Moe’s Cantina, 155 W. Kinzie St., Chicago
What: A fundraiser supporting Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart. RSVP online or contact Simon at simon@nineteensixtycampaigns.com or call 480-246-1125.
Chili Cook-Off Supporting Maria Peterson
When: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP
What: Chili cook-off supporting Maria Peterson, candidate for State Representative, District 52. Every attendee will get to vote/judge the competition. Register online. For more information or to sign up, email Mia at Maria@Mariafor52.com
POSTPONED — Holiday Celebration with Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega
When: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: 28 Mile Distilling Company, 454 Sheridan Road, Highwood
What: Anthony Vega celebrates his one-year anniversary in office. He will talk about the accomplishments in his first 12 months, and what is on the horizon for the Lake County Clerk’s Office. Admission includes appetizers and an open bar. Discount for Precinct Committeepersons. Register online.
University Center of Lake County Internship & Career Expo 2023
When: Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00pm
Where: 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
What: University Center of Lake County presents its Second Annual Internship & Career Expo offering an opportunity to meet area businesses looking for local talent. Register online.