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  • Fremont Township Democrats August Meeting

    When: Wednesday, August 16, 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. 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.

  • Wauconda Township Democrats August Meeting

    When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 6:00 to 7:00pm

    Where: Online via Zoom

    What: This is the August meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats.  Topics to be covered include petition signing, event planning, Bonner Road cleanup, and trustee updates. RSVP to Dennis Leslie at drlesliedrl@gmail.com for Zoom link.

  • Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) August Meeting

    When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm.

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

    What: IWLC’s August meeting features a discussion of the Lindenfest Parade, where walkers will be passing out candy bags. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com

  • Brad Schneider’s Congress On Your Corner Town Hall in Gurnee

    When: Thursday, August 17,  2023 at 6:00pm

    Where: Viking Middle School, 4460 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee

    What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts “Congress On Your Corner” town hall in Gurnee. He will discuss common-sense gun violence prevention, fighting climate change, and bringing down the cost of health care. Congressman Schneider will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Washington. RSVP online or email Matt.Fried@mail.house.gov

  • Drip & Culture – On the Grounds at Brushwood Center

    When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00am, every other Saturday through September 30, 2023.

    Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods

    What: Brushwood Center and local Waukegan coffee shop Drip & Culture present a series that activates the recommendations of Brushwood’s newest report: Health, Equity, and Nature. A Changing Climate in Lake County, IL. Register here.

  • Benton Township Connection Canvassing Meeting

    When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

    Where: Winton Harbor address provided upon RSVP to Joy Mix at 847-951-5696

    What: Door-to-Door canvassing to connect with Democratic voters.

  • India Independence Day Celebration in Vernon Hills

    When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 10:00am to 3:00pm

    Where: Peterson Park, 16652 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Vernon Hills

    What: A celebration of India Independence Day at Peterson Park in Vernon Hills. There will be music, dancers, speakers (including many Democratic elected officials) and delicious food. Lake Dems will have a booth.

  • Connection Canvassing Phone Banking in Mundelein

    When: Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00PM

    Where: Mundelein address provided upon RSVP.

    What: A series of canvassing events to keep in touch with local Democrats. All necessary materials will be provided, but you must bring a fully-charged cellphone. To RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com.

  • Walk with Lake Dems at the Grayslake Summer Days Parade

    When: Saturday, August 19, 2023. Gather at 4:30pm; step off at 5:00pm

    Where: Grayslake Central High School parking lot, 400 N. Lake Street, Grayslake

    What: Join Lake Dems and Democratic elected officials for an evening parade.

  • Brad Schneider’s Congress On Your Corner Town Hall in Northbrook

    When: Monday, August 21, 2023 at 6:00pm

    Where: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook

    What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts “Congress On Your Corner” town hall in Northbrook. He will discuss common-sense gun violence prevention, fighting climate change, and bringing down the cost of health care. Congressman Schneider will answer questions and provide an update on his work in Washington. RSVP online or email Matt.Fried@mail.house.gov

  • Lake County Clerk’s Office Candidate Information Session

    When: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from 12:00 to 1:00pm. Upcoming sessions September 6 at 6:00pm and October 11 at 6:00 pm.

    Where: Online via Zoom.

    What: This first of three sessions for potential candidates for the 2024 elections will go over the petition packet and what to expect during filing, and share resources that are publicly available at the County Clerk’s and Illinois State Board of Elections’ website. Register here.

  • Waukegan Township Democrats August Meeting

    When: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 6:00pm

    Where: Lake County Democrats Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan, and via Zoom.

    What: Waukegan Township Democrats August meeting with special guest speakers: Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek and Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Erin Cartwright Weinstein. Pizza will be provided. Open to Democrats. To register for Zoom link, email Waukegandems@gmail.com

  • Ida B. Wells Legacy & Libations

    When: Thursday, August 24, 2023, 6:30 to 8:30pm

    Where: Truth Italian Restaurant, 56 E. Pershing Rd., Chicago

    What: The Ida B. Wells Legacy Committee invites you to attend this year’s Legacy & Libations as they discuss the Black middle class — separate and unequal. The guest speaker will be Mary Pattillo who is an author, professor, sociologist, and recipient of the Commitment to Justice Award. Tickets are $75.00. RSVP here.  Click here for further information.

  • Warren Township Democrats August Meeting

    When: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 7:00pm

    Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee.  Back room.

    What: Agenda items include discussion of the upcoming petition drive for 2024 election, results of Gurnee Days Parade, Adopt-A-Highway clean-up date, upcoming Democratic events (including a number of fundraisers for candidates) and Roundtable Discussion. Speakers are still being confirmed. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795

  • Walk with Democrats in the Lindenfest Parade

    When: Saturday, August 26, 2023. Line up at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am

    Where: Millennium Park, 201 Country Place Lane, Lindenhurst

    What: Walk with Democrats in the Lindenfest Parade. Walkers will be distributing candy bags with our Democratic countywide elected officials featured…for Halloween! For questions, email ehebbard1@gmail.com

  • End Overdose Now Illinois Rally and Resource Fair

    When: Monday, August 28, 2023 from 3:00 to 7:00pm

    Where: Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn Street, Chicago

    What: Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition sponsors End Overdose Now Rally and Resource Fair. #EndOverdoseNowIL remembers the lives lost to drug deaths, uplifts the voices of those impacted, creates awareness about the overdose crisis, and educates the public and lawmakers about lifesaving solutions. Register here for free tickets.

  • Summer Block Party in Park City

    When: Saturday, September 2, 2023

    Where: Betty Limbrunner Park, 3301 Dixie Ave., Park City

    What: A Summer Block Party for the whole family in Park City. The event includes food, vendors, jumpers, fun games for kids and entertainment. For more information, call 847-623-5030.

  • Fremont Township Democrats Connection Canvassing

    When: Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

    Where: Mundelein address provided upon RSVP.

    What: Volunteers will reach out to local Democrats by doing door-to-door canvassing, but there is also an opportunity for phone banking for those interested. Scripts and other necessary materials will be provided. Volunteers must bring a fully-charged cellphone. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

  • Walk with Vernon Dems, Lake Dems, and More in the Buffalo Grove Days Parade

    When: Sunday, September 3, 2023. Gather by 10:30am. Step off at 11:00am

    Where: Aptakisic Rd. and Buffalo Grove Rd.

    What: Walk with Vernon Dems, Lake Dems, State Senator Adriane Johnson, State Representative Daniel Didech, and others in the Buffalo Grove Days Parade. We are in Spot 45.

  • Brad Schneider Hosts Service Academy Information Night

    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.

  • Libertyville Township Democrats September Meeting

    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.

  • Bike the Tenth 2023 in Libertyville with Congressman Brad Schneider

    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