When: Monday, September 4, 2023. Gather by 12:30pm, step off at 1:00pm
Where: The parade will assemble in the Shiloh Park Circle. It will start from 25th Street and Emmaus Avenue, Spot 14 on 25th Street. Map: https://zionparkdistrict.com/event/zion-benton-labor-day-parade/
What: Walk with Lake County Democrats, elected officials and volunteers in the Zion Labor Day Parade.
When: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Black Lung Brewery, 2217 N. Illinois 83, Round Lake Beach
What: Petition kickoff fundraiser for State Senator Mary Edly-Allen. Register online or email kelly@ilsenatedems.org
When: Wednesday, September 6, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Stevenson High School, Patriot Wellness Center, 1 Stevenson Drive, Lincolnshire
What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts an informational session for students, parents, guidance counselors and school officials. Representatives from each of the service academies will speak about their institution and discuss the admissions process. Congressman Schneider will also discuss the Congressional nomination process.
After the program concludes, students and parents will visit the tables to talk one-on-one with the academy representatives. Register here. For questions, email ari.botbol@mail.house.gov or call 847-383-4870.
When: Thursday, September 7, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
What: The September meeting of Libertyville Township Democrats will focus on the September 17th Donuts for Democrats event. Attendees will learn how to help Democratic candidates get the signatures they need to be on the Spring 2024 Primary ballot. For questions, email libertyvilledems@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 9:00am to 1:30pm. Ride time: 11:30am to 1:30pm
Where: Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 West Buckley Road, Libertyville
What: A 12-mile bike ride with Congressman Brad Schneider through a part of Illinois’ Tenth Congressional District. Helmets are required. Sign-in waiver for insurance purposes. Bring hydration (water bottles), food and cash if you would like to purchase something. Register here. For questions contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870
When: Saturday, September 9th, 2023. Shifts begin at 10:00am and 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue (lower level), Highland Park
What: Join Moraine Dems Precinct Committeepersons as we reach out to local Democratic-leaning voters through Connection Canvassing. Come at 10am or 1pm to pick up materials and literature, or if you’d like some quick training. If you’d prefer to pick up materials and literature before the weekend, email info@morainedems.org for other dates and times the office will be open.
When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Where: 627 Cherbourg Ct. N, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
What: Drive to collect signatures from Democratic voters in the 59th District or to sign the petition for the re-election of State Representative Daniel Didech.
When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:00pm
Where: 34498 N. Old Walnut Circle, Unit D, Gurnee
What: Petition Kickoff for State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, State Representative Joyce Mason and Congressman Brad Schneider.
When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:00pm
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.
When: Sunday, September 10th, 2023. Shifts are from 10:00-11:00am and 1:00-2:30pm.
Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Avenue (lower level), Highland Park
What: Join Moraine Dems Precinct Committeepersons as we reach out to local Democratic-leaning voters through Connection Canvassing. Come at 10am or 1pm to pick up materials and literature, or if you’d like some quick training. If you’d prefer to pick up materials and literature before the weekend, email info@morainedems.org for other dates and times the office will be open.
When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:30pm
Where: Il Forno Pizza, 750 Osterman Ave., Deerfield
What: Petition passing and pizza for State Representative Bob Morgan’s re-election campaign kickoff. RSVP here. For questions, email info@bobmorganforillinois.com
When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Park Street Restaurant, 14 East Park Street, Mundelein
What: Fundraiser to support the re-election of Sara Knizhnik to the Lake County Board. RSVP here.
When: Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
What: Brushwood Center presents the opening of “Connecting to Our Common Ground.” The event features refreshments, a panel discussion with exhibition artists and family activities. 1pm: Walkthrough of Connecting To Our Common Ground; 2:00pm: Artist Panel. Registration required. Register here
When: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:00pm
Where: Highland Park Police Station, 1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park
What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.
When: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 1:00pm
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.
When: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 5:00 to 6:30pm
Where: Address provided upon RSVP.
What: Reception supporting Tracy Katz Muhl, candidate for State Representative. RSVP here. For questions, contact Ersilia at ersilia@langenfeldassociates.com
When: Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 6:00pm
Where: Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 S. Lake St., Mundelein (small party room)
What: All things political will be discussed, including upcoming Connection Canvassing opportunities as well as petitions. A hybrid system will be used, with some meeting in person and everyone else Zooming in. For those attending in person, food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner. Those wishing to join via Zoom should email fremontdems@gmail.org.
When: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
What: Lake County’s initiative to improve equitable and affordable high-speed internet access and provide the public’s thoughts and experiences with broadband in the county. Free admission. Register here (optional)
When: Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Wayfarer Theaters, 1850 2nd St., Highland Park
What: Brushwood Center presents a screening of an episode of “America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston.” Panel discussion on culture and community in the great outdoors follows. Register here.
When: Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 9:00am to 12:00 noon
Where: Crawford Warming House in Butler Lake Park, 817 West Lake Street (corner of Lake and West streets), Libertyville
What: Libertyville Township Democrats invites voters to enjoy tasty donuts, coffee, and juice as they mingle with candidates and sign nominating petitions to get great Democratic candidates on the ballot in 2024 elections. Email libertyvilledems@gmail.com to learn more.
When: Monday, September 18, 2023 at 7:00pm
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.
When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 2:00pm
Where: Dickinson Hall, 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest
What: West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office in cooperation with State Senator Julie Morrison and State Representative Bob Morgan present a workshop on how to appeal your property tax assessment. Topics include how to file an appeal, selecting the appropriate comparable sales, determining the best method of appealing and understanding the assessment process. No pre-registration required.
When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 3:00pm
Where: Lake County Court Tower, Sheriff’s Training Room, 301 Washington St, FL 1, Waukegan
What: Lake Dems is sponsoring volunteers to become Deputy Voter Registrars. The training session is conducted by the County Clerk’s office, and once you complete the session you will officially be able to register others to vote. Register here.
There are certain requirements. You must be 18 years old and registered to vote in Lake County. Once you are trained to register voters in Lake County, you can register voters anywhere in Illinois. (Deputy Voter Registrars must be trained in their home county.)
Voting is our most basic right, and helping others to exercise that right is an important contribution to our community. We hope you can help.
When: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 8:30am to 4:00pm
Where: Rosalind Franklin University, 3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago
What: The Lake County Human Trafficking Task Force & Coalition Against Human Trafficking present their second annual Professional Building Day and Open Task Force meeting. Topics include: youth trafficking, better understanding options for foreign nationals and labor trafficking identification. CDVP, CLE (legal) and CEU (law enforcement) credits available. This free event includes complimentary light breakfast and resource fair. Register here.
When: Wednesday, September 20, 2023, from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: The September meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Topics to be covered include the September 23 petition signing event; call for PCs/Connection Canvassing; October 7 Bonner Road cleanup, and trustee updates. RSVP to Dennis Leslie at drlesliedrl@gmail.com for Zoom link.
When: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s September meeting features State Representative Laura Faver Dias who will give an update on her first year in Springfield. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com
When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Church of the Holy Apostles, 26238 IL Rt. 59, Wauconda
What: Wauconda Township Democrats hold a drive-thru petition-signing event to help get candidates on the ballot for the 2024 elections. For questions or to RSVP, email d-r-leslie@comcast.net
When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 1:30 to 4:30pm
Where: North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook
What: State Senators Julie Morrison and Laura Fine, along with State Representatives Bob Morgan, Jonathan Carroll and Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, sponsor a drive-thru shred and e-recycling day in Northbrook.
When: Sunday, September 24, 2023; Registration opens at 8:00am, Race begins at 9:00, post-race activities at 10:00
Where: Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 Buckley Rd., Libertyville
What: This is a 5k run or a one-mile family walk. By participating, sponsoring, and/or donating to this race you will help raise funds for the free critical services provided to survivors of sexual violence, including 24-hour support line programs. RSVP here. For questions, email kvolkers@zcenter.org.
When: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 11:00am to 1:30pm
Where: Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, Ten Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire
What: Lake County holds its third annual Hire Lake County Job Fair. For questions, contact Jeff Hubert at JHubert@lakecountyil.gov