Where: Lake County Democratic Headquarters, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan

What: Lake Dems and Waukegan Township Dems cosponsor a free petition party to collect signatures for Democratic candidates so they can appear on the 2024 ballot. There will be pizza and snacks for petitions signers, and opportunities to meet with other Democrats, including some elected officials. Sign up here. For questions, email waukegandems@gmail.com

What: The November meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. In addition to hearing from guest speakers (TBD), attendees will discuss dates for future “Days of Action,” including Get Out the Vote (GOTV) activities. RSVP to waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com for Zoom link.

Where: Highland Park Democratic Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Lower Level, Highland Park.

What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions or sign petitions for other candidates, like President Biden. (You can also pick up petitions to circulate.) Snacks will be served.

Where: 1670 Valencia Way, Mundelein

What: Petitions that are turned in will be sent where they need to go. A notary will be present (picture ID needed). Petitions for President Biden will be available to sign or circulate. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com

What: Notaries and petition checking will be available. You can turn in petitions, including for Precinct Committeeperson, or sign petitions for other candidates, like President Biden.

What: Co-Founders Chelsea Laliberte and Sara Knizhnik, and the Board of Directors of SAFE Illinois, with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, announce the launch of SAFE Illinois, the only 501(c)4 nonprofit advocacy organization in Illinois solely dedicated to solving public health issues like gun violence, poverty, addiction, suicide, climate change and beyond by addressing the root causes of violence. Register here for this free one-hour event.  For more information, visit www.safeillinois.org

What: Lake County Stands Against Stigma, a collaboration of community members, presents a free event commemorating World AIDS Day as a time to reflect on and celebrate the global progress in the HIV/AIDS journey, recognize the challenges remaining, and honor the lives lost. To RSVP or for more information, call the Lake County Health Department’s Need2Know program at (847) 377-8450 or visit lakecountyil.gov/need2know

Where: Haymarket Brewery, 737 W. Randolph Street, Chicago

What: A Holiday reception in Chicago with State Senators Laura Fine, Ann Gillespie, Julie Morrison and Laura Murphy. Register online or email Kelly at kelly@ilsenatedems.org

What: The kickoff event for Dawn Milarski’s candidacy for McHenry County Board, District 8. The event includes appetizers, refreshments, a cash bar and in-house dining. RSVP here or email dawnmilarski4district8@gmail.com

Where: 28 Mile Distilling Company, 454 Sheridan Road, Highwood

What: Anthony Vega celebrates his one-year anniversary in office. He will talk about the accomplishments in his first 12 months, and what is on the horizon for the Lake County Clerk’s Office. Admission includes appetizers and an open bar. Discount for Precinct Committeepersons. Register online.

What: University Center of Lake County presents its Second Annual Internship & Career Expo offering an opportunity to meet area businesses looking for local talent. Register online.

Where: Toluca’s Restaurant, 1419 Washington Street, Waukegan

What: A holiday kick-off fundraiser for Circuit Court Clerk Erin Cartwright Weinstein, Lake County Board Member Mary Ross Cunningham, and State Representative Rita Mayfield. To RSVP, email citizensforerin@gmail.com

Where: 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, North Chicago

What: Our Shining Stars Foundation and North Chicago Alderman Kenneth Smith present Project Warm December 9th, distributing coats, hats and gloves. For more information, call Sis Cole at 224-733-9320 or Alderman Kenneth Smith at 224-595-7525.

What: The Warren Township Democrats’ Annual Holiday Party and Fundraiser. Ticket price includes dinner buffet and soft drinks (cash bar). A silent auction will also be held. Auction items are welcome. Tickets or sponsorships for the event can be purchased online or by contacting Bonnie Berger-Neel at jcnbbn@gmail.com or calling at 847-899-7140.

Where: Evanston address provided upon RSVP

What: A Holiday Reception with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. To RSVP, email sarah@janschakowsky.org