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: 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

When: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Francesca’s, 100 E. Station Street, Barrington

What: Birthday celebration for Maria Peterson, candidate for State Representative. RSVP online For more information or to RSVP email Maria@Mariafor52.com

When: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:30pm

Where: Max and Benny’s Restaurant, 461 Waukegan Road, Northbrook

What: West Deerfield Township Democratic Organization (WDTDO) presents retired UIC Professor and Independent Chicago Alderman Dick Simpson speaking on “The Crisis of American Democracy and Local Government.” Refreshments and desserts will be served.

When: Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 7:00pm

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

What: Agenda items include distribution and signing of 2024 election cycle petitions for elected officials with constituents in Warren Township; notarization of completed petitions; Adopt-A-Highway clean-up date; upcoming Democratic events, and Roundtable Discussion. For further information, email Bonnie at jcnbbn@gmail.com or call 847-223-0795

When:Friday, September 29, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Address provided upon RSVP

What: An evening fundraiser in support of Eric Rinehart for Lake County State’s Attorney with special guest Governor JB Pritzker. RSVP online or contact Sam Langheim at (715) 892-3522 or sam@nineteensixtycampaigns.com

When: Friday, September 29, 2023 from 6:00 to 9:00pm

Where: Ivanhoe Club, 28846 N. Thorngate Dr., Mundelein

What: A fundraiser to support CYN Counseling Center’s work providing education and programming for suicide prevention and mental health support in Lake County. The event includes an evening of dinner, drinks, dancing, and celebration of life. To register, visit https://cyngrayslake.org/suicideprevention/

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

Where: Shekinah Glory Banquet Hall, 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, North Chicago

What: 5th Ward Alderman Kenneth Smith presents a Ward Meeting and Informational Session. The event includes a raffle and free fall fish fry. For more information, call 224-595-7525.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:00 to 8:00pm

Where: BBQ Garden, 9020 W. Golf Road, Niles

What: Korean BBQ celebrating Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim’s birthday. The event features food, fun and Karaoke. Register here.

When: Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00pm

Where: Diamond Lake Sports Complex, 26543 N. IL Route 83, Mundelein

What: Fremont Township Democrats sponsor a fall cookout and petition event with candidate petitions to sign and hand out. Completed petitions can be notarized. There will be burgers, brats, hot dogs, and other tasty food. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share, potluck style. For questions or to RSVP, email fremontdems@gmail.com

When: Monday, October 2, 2023 from 6:30 to 8:30pm

Where: Taste 222, 222 N. Canal St., Chicago

What: Fundraiser celebrating the birthday of Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul. RSVP here. . For more information or to RSVP directly, email Allison Hunt at allison@apsandassociates.com

When: Monday, October 2, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom.

What: Multiple Illinois libraries host this Banned Books Week webinar, moderated by syndicated columnist Heidi Stevens. Panelists including Alexi Giannoulias, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian, will share how to effectively support intellectual freedom. Topics include the current state of book challenges, Illinois’ legislative response, and the implications of censorship on communities. Register here.

When: Friday, October 6, 2023 from 7:30 to 9:30am

Where: Holiday Inn Gurnee, Sapphire Ballroom, 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee

What: Lake County Chamber of Commerce Annual Legislative Breakfast features State Senator Adriane Johnson, State Representative Bob Morgan and Lake County Board President Sandy Hart. Register here.

When: Friday, October 6, 2023 at 4:00pm

Where: Address of Highland Park home provided upon RSVP

What: A reception and conversation supporting the Senatorial campaign of Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA). RSVP here. For questions, email Jenna Gravalis at jgravalis@capstratca.com

When: Saturday, October 7, 2023. Rally and kickoff at 10:00am, canvass begins at 10:30.

Where: 125 Carriage Road, North Barrington

What: Day of Action canvassing for Maria Peterson, candidate for District 52 State Representative, and special guest Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. For questions, email Maria@Mariafor52.com  Please register to attend at https://www.mobilize.us/friendsofmariapeterson/event/581568/

When: Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 1:00 to 2:30pm

Where: Robert Crown School, 620 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda

What: Wauconda Township Dems hold a highway cleanup along Bonner Road. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite Dems shirt, sturdy shoes and long pants. Safety vests and gloves will be provided. Attendees must watch this short Lake County video before participating: http://lakecountyil.swagit.com/play/10152014-1058/#1 To RSVP, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.

When: Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 1:30 to 4:30pm

Where: Harbor Brewing Co., 130 Cedar Avenue, Lake Villa

What: IWLC hosts a spicy and savory fundraiser where up to 10 chili cooks will compete for three trophies. Register here.

When: Sunday, October 8, 2023 from 12 noon to 1:00pm

Where: Online via ZOOM. Formerly Newport Coffee House, Bannockburn  –

What: Congressman Brad Schneider holds his October Coffee Club on Zoom. Register here to receive the link or for questions, call Eli Krule at 847-530-2744 or email eli@schneiderforcongress.com

When: Monday, October 9, 2023 from 6:30 to 7:30pm

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

What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. The guest speaker will be Eric Rinehart, Lake County State’s Attorney.  RSVP to AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com

When: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 7:00pm

Where: The Shanty Restaurant, 38985 US Highway 41, Wadsworth; corner of Hwy 41 and Wadsworth Road. Enter the east door.

What: October meeting of Newport Township Democrats. Guest speaker will be Erin Cartwright Weinstein, Lake County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court. There will also be an update on Waukegan Airport’s plan to expand its runway. RSVP to Kathie at khayden.newport@gmail.com

When: Wednesday, October 11, 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. There will be a notary present. 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, October 11, 2023 at 7:00pm

Where: Online via Zoom. Link will be sent shortly before the session.

What: Presenters will include Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky’s Political Director Ben Head, and Alyssa Knobel, communications and government relations consultant, former City Council member and Lake County Democratic Precinct Committeeperson. This training will focus on best practices in effective voter contact, door knocking, and persuasion. Any Democrat who is committed to working to elect our candidates is welcome to attend. Sign up here.

When: Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00pm

Where: Waukegan Public Library, 128 North County Street, Waukegan

What: An open house in celebration of the new Job Center Kiosk host site. The kiosk brings access to the services of the Waukegan Job Center into the community.”

When: Friday, October 13, 2023. 10:30am Networking; 11:00am to 1:00pm Program

Where: Holiday Inn Convention Center, 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee

What: Coalition to Reduce Recidivism holds its 20th Annual Luncheon with the theme “20 Years of Change: One Life at a Time.” Keynote speaker: Sodiqa Williams, Sr. VP & General Counsel, Safer Foundation, Chicago. Register at waukegantownship.com  For more information email dross@waukegantownship.com

When: Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 8:00 to 10:00am

Where: Samari’s Bakery, 1500 S. Lake Street, Mundelein

What: Fremont Township Democrats, along with Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim and State Representative Dan Didech, will have petitions to be signed, picked up and/or distributed. A notary will be present to notarize any petitions. Attendees will get to have a sweet treat and coffee.  For questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com