Events

When: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:30pm

Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst (YS Meeting Room, first floor)

What: The Lake Villa Dems will be holding their monthly meeting. Topics include discussion of the upcoming elections, events, and gun violence prevention with guest speakers Sheriff John Idleburg and Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart.  To RSVP, please email lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Hubbard Inn, 110 W. Hubbard St., Chicago

What: Reception in support of Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs. Register here. For more information, contact Sam Fendt at sam@friendsoffrerichs.com or (312) 870-0841

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 N. Green Bay Road, North Chicago

What: The office of Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart sponsors a town hall meeting with law enforcement and community leaders. They will discuss county-wide and community-based solutions to the short-term and long-term increase in gun violence in Lake County.

When: Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Buffalo Grove Park District Community Arts Center, 225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove

What: State Senators Julie Morrison and Adriane Johnson, and State Representatives Daniel Didech and Jonathan Carroll hold a conversation that will include a Springfield update, discussion of community concerns and issues that affect our state.

When: Saturday, August 6, 2022; line up at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am

Where: 1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago

What: Walk with Congressman Brad Schneider in the North Chicago Community Days Parade. For more details, contact ethan@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Cancelled due to weather; Sunday, August 7, 2022.

Where: Line up at spot #18 on Blackburn Street just off Grandview in Gurnee.

What: Walk with Warren Township Democrats, Lake County Board members, other Democratic officials and candidates in the Gurnee Days Parade. (Note: Due to the times, extra security measures have been added.) For questions, contact Bonnie Berger-Neel at jcnbbn@gmail.com or 847-899-7140.

When: Monday, August 8, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00pm

Where: Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa

What: The monthly meeting of the Antioch and Grant Township Democrats. For questions, email granttownshipdemocrats@gmail.com

When: Tuesday, August 9, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: Black Lung Brewing, 2217 N. IL 83, Round Lake Beach

What: A summer reception in support of Mary Edly-Allen, candidate for Illinois Senate 31st District, kicks off her General Election campaign. Register online For questions or to RSVP, email kelly@ilsenatedems.org

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 5:00pm

Where: Highland Park address provided upon RSVP.

What: A garden party with pro-choice friends for a discussion about the 2022 Election. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Register here.

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00pm.

Where: Round Lake Beach Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach

What: Lake County will host a live event in open house format where residents can share their input on how a portion of the ARPA funding could best benefit our communities in the recovery and response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

When: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Sidetrack Chicago, 3349 N. Halsted St., Chicago

What: A celebration of pride with Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk. Register here. To RSVP, contact Woody at woody@mfstrategies.com or call 314-803-7965

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 10:00am

Where: Location provided upon registration.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Northbrook to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm

Where: Maria Peterson Campaign Office, 840 S. Northwest Highway, Lower Level, Barrington

What: Maria Peterson, candidate for Illinois State Senate, celebrates her Campaign Office Grand Opening with a day of action. To RSVP, email info@mariapetersonforsenate.com or elaine@mariapetersonforsenate.com or call 312-566-1558

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 11:00am to 1:00pm

Where: 103 S. Randall Road, SE corner of Randall and Algonquin Roads, Algonquin

What: McHenry County Citizens for Choice, McHenry County NOW and Standing Up Against Racism Woodstock sponsor a rally for reproductive rights. For additional information visit the Facebook page.

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:30pm

Where: Private home in Pineview Estates, Lake Villa. Address provided upon RSVP.

What: : Lake Villa Dems will be walking for candidates Anthony Vega, Holly Kim, John Idleburg and Dr. Michael Karner. RSVP to Lakevillatownshipdems@gmail.com

When: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 6:00 to 10:00pm

Where: Genesee Theater, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan

What: Heart of the City’s fifth anniversary and inaugural gala. The organization uses soccer as a way to teach youth essential life skills, train them as leaders and mentors, and connect them with postsecondary opportunities. Register here.

When:  Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 1pm to 3pm

Where: Wauconda Library Parking Lot, 801 N. Main Street, Wauconda

What: Wauconda Township Democrats sponsor a Day of Action for Lake County Democrats. Volunteers will drop off literature packets or walk with candidates who will be knocking on doors in precincts throughout the Village of Wauconda. To RSVP, email cgt011@gmail.com

When: Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Madcats, 117 West Slade Street, Palatine

What: A Summer Reception in support of Nabeela Syed, candidate for District 51 State Representative, with special guest, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch. RSVP here.

When: Sunday, August 14, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Jewett Park Pavilion, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield

What: The Optimist Club of Deerfield celebrates its 50th Anniversary with an Ice Cream Social. There will be a DJ, games, prizes and other features. Free to Deerfield residents and friends. For more information, visit the club’s Facebook page.

When: Monday, August 15, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Schneider for Congress Northbrook headquarters. Address provided upon RSVP. Register here.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider’s reelection campaign kickoff. Attendees will hear from Congressman Schneider and his team.  Pizza and refreshments will be served. For questions or additional information, contact Ethan Wolf at Ethan@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Location provided upon registration.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Fox Lake to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.

When: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Highland Park Library, 494 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park

What: State Representative Bob Morgan holds a Town Hall Meeting, Let’s Talk About Important Issues: Health, Public Safety, Environment. The event is free and open to the public.

When: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. To receive the link, send email to cgt011@gmail.com

What: The August meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats features Anthony Vega, candidate for Lake County Clerk; Maria Peterson, candidate for State Senator and Mary Morgan, candidate for State Representative. There will be discussion of the November 8, 2022 General Election, future “Days of Action” in Wauconda Township and other Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities.

When: Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Location provided upon registration.

What: Congressman Brad Schneider hosts a “Congress on Your Corner” event in Grayslake to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington. Register here. This event will be streamed on Facebook. For questions, contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870.

When: Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom and live at the Lakeside Recreation Center, 900 South Lake Street in Mundelein (in the small party room). To request Zoom link, email fremontdems@gmail.com

What: Virtual and live hybrid meeting of the Fremont Township Democrats. Food will be available for purchase at the Dockside Diner.

When: Friday, August 19, 2022 at 10:00am. The workshop will be repeated Wednesday, August 24, at 7:00pm and Saturday, September 3, at 10:00am

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield

What: Assessment Appeal Workshop with Andrew Richter, West Deerfield Township Assessor.

When: Friday, August 19, 2022 from 6:00 to 9:00pm. VIP event 5:30 to 6:00pm

Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago

What: Lake County Democratic Women hold their 2022 Gala. Proof of vaccination may be required. For questions, contact Kate Johnson at kjohns8888@gmail.com  RSVP here

When: Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 12:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Waukegan Lakefront Stiner Pavilion, 201 East Seahorse Drive, Waukegan

What: Commissioner Angelo Kyle sponsors Lake County AfroFest 22 Music and Food Festival.

When: Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00pm

Where: 6020 Washington Street, Gurnee

What: A luau supporting the reelection of Erin Cartwright Weinstein for Clerk of the Circuit Court and Holly Kim for Lake County Treasurer. RSVP here.

When: Saturday, August 20, 2022. Line up at 5:30pm; step off at 6:00pm

Where: Gather at Grayslake Central High School, 400 N. Lake Street, Grayslake

What: Grayslake Summer Days Parade with Congressman Brad Schneider and other local Democrats.