When: Sunday, August 6, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Private home in southeast Highland Park. Address provided upon RSVP.

What: Join other local Democrats and elected officials for an afternoon of food, fun, and friendship.  RSVP at morainedems.org/rsvp.  For questions, email info@morainedems.org  

Free for current members of Moraine Township Democrats.  (Moraine Township includes all of Highwood and Fort Sheridan, most of Highland Park, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.) Open to Democrats.

When: Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 4:00 to 7:00pm

Where: Lake County Federation of Teachers, 248 Ambrogio Dr., Gurnee

What: Lake County Democrats welcome the Chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois, Lisa Hernandez, to Lake County. This is a free event. RSVP here.

When: Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 2:30pm to 8:00pm

Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center Pavilion, 1215 Green Bay Rd., between 14th Street and 10th Street, North Chicago

What: A multi-cultural event that gives African-Americans and other ethnic groups the opportunity to show off their talents and artistic contributions. Vendors, business organizations and individuals can display, sell and give away what they have to sell or promote. Free parking and free admission. For more information or to participate, call Angelo Kyle at 847-404-1591

When: Sunday, August 13, 2023. Line up by 11:30am; step off at 12:00 noon.

Where: Parade line-up number 19, right near the northwest corner of Grandview Ave. and Blackburn St.

What: Join Warren Dems, Lake Dems and Lake County elected officials. Entrance to the line-up entry and drop off is at Delany Road and Grandville (easiest access is from Route 41 to Delany).The parade goes from Delaney to Old Grand and ends on Emerald Ave. (near the firehouse). For questions, email bonniebergerneel@yahoo.com.

When: Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 2:00 to 5:00pm

Where: 6020 Washington Street, Gurnee

What: Luau and pool party supporting the re-election of Clerk of the Circuit Court Erin Cartwright Weinstein and Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim. RSVP here.

When: Monday, August 14, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00pm

Where: 501 Local, 501 Chestnut Street, Winnetka

What: The special August edition of Congressman Brad Schneider’s Coffee Club will be Beers with Brad in Winnetka. RSVP online or email Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com or call 847-530-2744

When: Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 6:00 to 8:30pm (doors open at 5:15pm for resource fair)

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

What: This free event is for any Lake County community member who wants a better understanding of what happens when youth enter the criminal justice system. Since the juvenile justice system differs greatly from the adult court system, it can seem confusing. By attending this program you will get an overview of the system and learn about programs intended to support youth who have come in contact with law enforcement. RSVP here.

When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00am.  Doors open at 7:30am.

Where: Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield

What: The 2023 County Chairs’ Brunch features U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada. Tenth Dems founder, Lauren Beth Gash, is an Executive Board Member and former Party Builder Award recipient. Register online.

When: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 10:00am

Where: Public Works Department, 648 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville

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, 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.

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.

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

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

When: Friday, August 18, 2023 from 9:00am to 2:00pm

Where: Countryside Golf Club, 20800 W. Hawley St., Mundelein

What: A golf outing in support of Sheriff John Idleburg and County Clerk Anthony Vega. Golfers will receive lunch at the turn with a shotgun start at 9:00 am. Register here.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

When: Monday, August 21, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:00pm

Where: The offices of Fox Swibel Levin & Carroll LLP, 200 W. Madison St., Ste. 3000, Chicago.

What: A reception supporting candidate for state representative Tracy Katz Muhl, and featuring special guest U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Register here. For questions, or to RSVP, please contact Ersilia Melchiorre at ersilia@langenfeldassociates.com.

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

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.

When: Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 3:00 to 5:00pm

Where: Evanston address provided upon RSVP

What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky holds her annual BBQ at her home in Evanston. Register here.  For more information, contact Sarah Gersten at 847-424-1998 or email sarah@janschakowsky.org

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

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.

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

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

When: Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan

What: A reception for State Senator Adriane Johnson. For more information, email Kelly@ilsenatedems.org

When: Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 3:00 to 5:00pm

Where: Evanston address provided upon RSVP

What: Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky holds her annual BBQ at her home in Evanston. Register here.  For more information, contact Sarah Gersten at 847-424-1998 or email sarah@janschakowsky.org

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.