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  • Chicago Area Peace Action Protests in Deerfield

    When: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

    Where: The corner of Kates Rd. and Corporate Dr., Deerfield

    What: Chicago Area Peace Action hosts weekly protests near where ICE may be housed in Deerfield. For more information or to RSVP, click here.

  • Fremont Dems November Meeting

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

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

    What: Fremont Dems will discuss all things political, especially the election results of this past Tuesday's Blue Wave across the country! We'll be using a hybrid system, with some attendees meeting in-person at Lakeside Recreation Center and everyone else Zooming in. For those attending in-person, food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. For more information or to RSVP: fremontdems@gmail.com or call 847-533-5717.

  • An Evening with Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun

    When: Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:30pm

    Where: After-Words, 23 E. Illinois St., Chicago

    What: An interview with Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun about her newly released memoir, Trailblazer, in conversation with Ambassador Ertharin Cousin. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. For more information or to RSVP, click here.

  • Lake Dems Open House at ArtWauk

    When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan (right near the Genesee Theatre)

    What: Meet like-minded people and talk about what's on your mind at the Lake Dems Open House during ArtWauk.

  • Lake Dems Annual Shades of Blue Awards Dinner

    When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

    Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, 510 E. IL Rt. 83, Mundelein

    What: Our Lake Dems Annual Shades of Blue Awards Dinner will feature Keynote Speaker Christian Mitchell, candidate for Illinois Lieutenant Governor (JB Pritzker's running mate), who's served as Deputy Governor, Executive Director of the Democratic Party of Illinois, and State Representative, and who's been called "one of the Democratic Party's superstars" by the Chicago Tribune. Hear from other candidates and elected officials as well. Spend time with like-minded Democrats. Buffet dinner included. Support the grassroots work of Lake County Democrats to elect Democrats up and down the ballot -- purchase your tickets or sponsor our Lake Dems Annual Shades of Blue Awards Dinner at lakedems.org/shadesofblue.

  • American Red Cross Blood Drive

    When: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 1:00 to 6:00pm

    Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake

    What: An American Red Cross Blood Drive hosted by State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, and State Representatives Laura Faver Dias and Joyce Mason. For more information or to RSVP: tinyurl.com/4zsx6mv5.

  • Comptroller Candidate Forum

    When: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Rainbow PUSH, 930 E. 50th St., Chicago

    What: An opportunity to hear directly from the people who want to represent Illinois and learn where they stand on the issues that matter most. All candidates registered for the 2026 Democratic primary for the Illinois Comptroller race have been invited to attend. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to RSVP: www.mobilize.us/citizenactionillinois/event/831159/.

  • Chicago Area Peace Action Protests in Deerfield

    When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

    Where: The corner of Kates Rd. and Corporate Dr., Deerfield

    What: Chicago Area Peace Action hosts weekly protests near where ICE may be housed in Deerfield. For more information or to RSVP, click here.

  • Indivisible Western Lake County November Meeting

    When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

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

    What: Guest speaker Kristal Larson will provide a Know Your Rights training for those in Lake County impacted by the actions/presence of ICE. For more information or to RSVP: randyharnicker@gmail.com.

  • Warren Township Democrats November Meeting

    When: Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm

    Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Dr., Gurnee

    What: Warren Township Democrats will hold their monthly meeting. State Representative Joyce Mason will speak about the 2025 legislative session and her re-election campaign. For more information or to RSVP: warrentownshipdems@gmail.com.

  • Lake County State’s Attorney’s Gun Violence Prevention Initiative Town Hall

    When: Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

    Where: Ela Area Public Library (Meeting room 117B), 275 Mohawk Trl., Lake Zurich

    What: The Lake County State’s Attorney's Office hosts a series of town halls across Lake County for its Gun Violence Prevention Initiative. Attendees will learn about their mission, programs, and services. There will also be an opportunity to share your ideas, questions, and feedback to help make Lake County safer. For more information or to RSVP: LCSAOGVPI@lakecountyil.gov. To learn more about the Gun Violence Prevention Initiative, visit lcsao.org/gvpi.

  • Lake Villa Dems Monthly Meeting

    When: Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00pm

    Where: 3Legged Coffee Brewery, 2120 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst

    What: Lake Villa Dems will hold their monthly meeting. The guest presenter will be from the Polish American Association. For more information or to RSVP: lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com.

  • Ela Township Democrats Holiday Party

    When: Friday, December 5, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00pm

    Where: Hawthorn Woods location provided upon RSVP

    What: Ela Township Dems will gather to celebrate the season and assemble small care packages for homeless individuals. To RSVP or for more information: elademocrats@gmail.com.

  • Hands Off Wheeling Know Your Rights Info Fair

    When: Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

    Where: Wheeling Park District, 100 Community Blvd., Rm 204 & 205, Wheeling, and on Zoom (note: new location)

    What: This event includes two rotating breakout sessions and a community resource fair hosted by attorneys and local organizations. Hands Off Wheeling aims to empower community members to understand their legal rights and protect themselves from scams and online crimes. Food and drinks will be provided. RSVP IS REQUIRED for safety purposes. If you feel more comfortable, there will also be a virtual option provided. We can share a Zoom link with you, an RSVP is REQUIRED. For more information or to RSVP: forms.gle/6T8KR4T6zMAZ9maMA.

  • Young Democrats of Illinois “Fall into Organizing” Social

    When: Monday, November 24, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30pm

    Where: Blue Door Farm Stand, 2010 N. Halsted, Chicago

    What: Young Democrats of Illinois will host a night of conversation, connection, and action with elected officials and Young Democrats from across the state. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will be the featured speaker. For more information or to RSVP, click here.

  • Community Caravan #1: A Vehicle of Solidarity

    When: Saturday, November 29, 2025, arrival time is 10:00am, caravan is from 11:00am to 12:00pm

    Where: Grant Woods Forest Preserve, 25405 W. Monaville Rd., Ingleside

    What: A caravan of decorated vehicles will travel a route beginning at Grant Woods to show support for local shops and restaurants on Small Business Saturday.  For more information or to RSVP: indivisiblewlc@gmail.com.