State Rep. Laura Faver Dias’ Booth at Grayslake Farmers Market
When: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 3:00 to 7:00pm
Where: 201 Center St., Grayslake
What: Visit Rep. Faver Dias’ booth at Grayslake Farmers Market.
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Wauconda Township Democrats July Meeting
When: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Main Street Tacos, 327 N. Main St., Wauconda
What: The July meeting of the Wauconda Township Democrats. Various political topics will be covered including canvassing and volunteer opportunities, and local updates from members who are village trustees. To RSVP, email waucondatownshipdems@gmail.com.
House Dems Blue Wave Fest DNC Kick-off Fundraiser
When: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Where: Offshore Rooftop at Navy Pier, 1000 E. Grand Ave., Chicago
What: House Dems hosts a Blue Wave Fest DNC Kick-off Fundraiser. The event concludes with a fireworks finale. Purchase tickets online. To RSVP or for questions, email admin@hdemsIL.com.
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) July Meeting
When: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: IWLC’s July meeting welcomes Mike Conway, Democratic candidate for Lake County Board District 5. He will provide the strategy being used to win his race. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.
Moraine Township Democrats Meeting
When: Thursday, July 18 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Meeting to help plan upcoming events, including the Moraine Dems summer “Party With Our Party” July 21 3:30-5:00pm, connection canvassing, and electing Democratic candidates in November. Open to Democrats. For Zoom link, email info@morainedems.org. Include your address and contact information.
Coffee & Talk with Antioch and Grant Township Democrats
When: Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00am
Where: Village Bakery, 27 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Antioch and Grant Township Democrats meet for conversation and networking outside, next to the Village Bakery. To RSVP, email AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
Coffee and Conversation with State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart
When: Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Address of private home in Highland Park provided upon RSVP.
What: An afternoon of coffee and conversation with Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart to discuss his reelection campaign. The event is hosted by Nancy Chausow Shafer. RSVP here.
Moraine Township Dems Party With Our Party
When: Sunday, July 21, 2024 from 3:30 to 5:00pm
Where: A beautiful home on the lake in Highland Park. Address provided upon RSVP.
What: Free summer membership event with Moraine Township Dems. Join fellow Democrats for refreshments and refreshing conversation. Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Lake Forest and Deerfield. RSVP at morainedems.org/RSVP
Our Choice Coalition Meet and Greet
When: Monday, July 22, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: West Loop Chicago address provided upon RSVP.
What: Our Choice Coalition is in the process of recreating the Personal PAC model in Indiana. This event features Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, Terry Cosgrove, and OBGYN Dr. Caitlin Bernard. RSVP online or for questions email RSVP@lagenfeldassociates.com.
Fundraiser for Maria Peterson
When: Tuesday, July 23, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Midwest Coast Brewing, 2137 W. Walnut St., Chicago
What: A fundraiser for Maria Peterson, candidate for Illinois State Representative. Register online.
You Can Bank On It: Banking Basics with Holly Kim
When: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 3:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom.
What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim holds a session that will help you put together information about your income and expenses to develop a solid spending and savings plan that works for you. You’ll learn how to increase income, decrease expenses, and prioritize spending when there might not be enough money to pay bills in full on time. Register here.
Lake Dems and Fremont Dems Postcard-Writing Event
When: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 6:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Grayslake Office, 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake
What: Lake Dems and Fremont Dems host a postcard-writing event. Postcards will be sent to swing states. Refreshments will be provided. To RSVP or for questions, email fremontdems@gmail.com.
Behind the Scenes at Presidential Conventions
When: Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Loyola Corboy Law Center, 25 E. Pearson St., Chicago
What: Phi Beta Kappa of the Chicago Area and Illinois present a non-partisan educational event. Attendees will hear from the experts after the Republican National Convention and before the Democratic National Convention. Panelists include: Jacob Kaplan, Executive Director, Cook County Democratic Party; Lynn Sweet, Chicago Sun Times Washington Bureau Chief; Tom Bowen, Presidential Campaign Strategist; and Mariyana Spyropoulos, Convention Delegate and Chicago Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioner. RSVP here.
Lake Dems Phone Bank for Maria Peterson for State Representative
When: Thursday, July 25, from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: On Zoom
What: Make calls to introduce voters to Maria Peterson who is running for State Representative against an anti-choice incumbent. The phone bank will kick off with information about Maria and guidelines about how to phone bank most effectively. RSVP for the link: Mobilize Link. For more information call Matt at 708-990-2726.
Reception for Erin Cartwright Weinstein
When: Friday, July 26, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Anastasia’s Sports Bar, 3880 Northpoint Blvd., Waukegan
What: Reception to support the re-election of Erin Cartwright Weinstein to Lake County Circuit Court Clerk. Appetizers included. Cash bar. RSVP online or email citizensforerin@gmail.com.
State Senator Laura Murphy with IL Senate President Don Harmon at the NV5 Invitational Korn Ferry Tour
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024. Gates open at 7:00am
Where: The Glen Club, 2901 West Lake Avenue, Glenview
What: State Senator Laura Murphy joins State Senate President Don Harmon at the NV5 Invitational Korn Ferry Tour. The ticket includes admission to the Trophy Club and complimentary food and beverages throughout the day. For questions or to RSVP, email Joan Etten at ettenjoan@yahoo.com or call 708-751-2464.
Lake Dems Day of Action for State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and County Board Candidate Hilary Winiarz
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: McDonalds, 511 W. Liberty St., Wauconda
What: Knock on Democratic doors in Wauconda for State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and County Board Candidate Hilary Winiarz. To RSVP or for more information, contact Nancy Shepherdson at info@lakedems.org or call 847-340-0262 or 515-339-1536.
Help Win Over Wisconsin for Kamala Harris and More Democrats with Lake Dems
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 12:00 noon until 3:00pm. (Carpools will leave Lake County locations at 10:45am and return around 4:30pm.)
Where: Meeting points in southeast and central Lake County to travel to Democratic Headquarters in Kenosha. Gather at the Kenosha County Democratic Party’s office at 5712 7th Avenue, Kenosha, before heading out to canvass in the area.
What: Win Over Wisconsin (WOW!), a Lake Dems project, in conjunction with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems), to persuade voters to vote for Democrats. Knock doors and speak with voters identified as undecided or leaning Democratic. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. This is an exciting opportunity to help carry a swing state crucial to victory in November. RSVP here.
Democratic Gathering to Get Out The Vote (GOTV)
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 12:30 to 2:00pm
Where: Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center, 100 Community Blvd., Wheeling
What: A gathering of local democratic leadership and congresspeople, Planned Parenthood and fierce grassroots activists for updates on local and national politics and most importantly, action items to Get Out The Vote! For questions or to RSVP, email Carolyn Pinta at carolynpinta@gmail.com.
Alderman Kenneth Smith’s 5th Ward Block Party
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 1:00PM to 6:00pm
Where: 2300 Martin Luther King Dr., North Chicago
What: 5th Ward block party with Alderman Kenneth Smith. The event features free grilled hot dogs, chips, and soft drinks. For more information, call 224-595-7525. To volunteer at this event, contact Alderman Smith at Kennyskids120@aol.com, or call 847-845-5549.
Marah Altenberg Campaign Kickoff with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Original Bagel and Bialy, The Grove Shopping Center, 105 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove
What: A fundraiser for Lake County Board Member Marah Altenberg, with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and Circuit Court Clerk Erin Cartwright Weinstein. Register online.
Tenth Dems Capitol Connection: A Conversation with Congressman Brad Schneider
When: Sunday, July 28, 2024 from 4:00 to 5:30pm
Where: Max and Benny’s Restaurant, 461 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook
What: Tenth Dems hosts Capitol Connection: A Conversation with Congressman Brad Schneider, a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be in Congress, what’s happening, and where we’re headed. Refreshments will be served. RSVP at tenthdems.org/capitol.
Summer Reception for Senators Morrison, Johnson, and Edly-Allen
When: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: North Shore Distillery, 13990 W. Rockland Rd., Green Oaks
What: A summer reception in support of State Senators Julie Morrison, Adriane Johnson, and Mary Edly-Allen. To RSVP, email kelly@ilsenatedems.org.
An Evening with State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart in Lake Forest
When: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm
Where: Lake Forest address provided upon RSVP
What: An evening with Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart. RSVP here. For more information, contact Woody at woody@mfstrategies.com or call 314-803-7965.
Young Democrats General Membership Meeting
When: Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Lake County Democrats Grayslake Office, 100 N. Atkinson Rd., Grayslake
What: Young Dems Lake County General Member Meeting. Become a member today. RSVP here. For more information, email youngdemslakeil@gmail.com.
Walk with Lake Dems and Congressman Brad Schneider in North Chicago Community Days Parade
When: Saturday, August 3, 2024. Line-up at 9:30am, step-off at 10:00am (Come early if you need to park.)
Where: Parade participants can be dropped off at Adams Street and 10th Street. Parking is available at North Chicago High School, 1717 17th Street. Shuttle will take participants to the parade staging area. Parade route starts around 10th St. and Adams and ends at Foss Park District Office on Lewis Ave.
What: Join us as we walk in support of Democrats during the North Chicago Community Days Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shirts or lakedems.org/hats.
Help Win Over Wisconsin for Kamala and other Democrats
When: Saturday August 3, 2024, from 12:00 noon until 3:00pm. Carpools will leave Lake County locations at 10:45am and return around 4:30pm.
Where: We’ll designate meeting points in Lake County for those wishing to carpool to Democratic headquarters in Kenosha. We’ll gather at the Kenosha County Democratic Party’s staging/training site before heading out to canvass in the area.
What: Win Over Wisconsin (WOW!), a Lake Dems project, in conjunction with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (WisDems), to persuade voters to vote for Democrats. Wisconsin is a key swing state for Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. We’ll also help Sen. Tammy Baldwin win her re-election bid and former Congressman Peter Barca defeat a Republican incumbent congressman. Knock doors and speak with voters identified as undecided or leaning Democratic. Pre-canvassing orientation and training provided by WisDems. This is an exciting opportunity to help carry a swing state crucial to victory in November. RSVP here.
Lake Dems Cookies and Conversation in Buffalo Grove
When: Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Buffalo Grove address provided upon RSVP
What: Join us for Lake Dems Cookies & Conversation event in Buffalo Grove! This will be an opportunity to talk with like-minded Democrats about the 2024 election – and is an important step toward making a difference as we fight to protect reproductive freedom, save our democracy, and prevent gun violence. Open to Democrats. RSVP here.
Ela Township Democrats August Meeting
When: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Lake Zurich address provided upon RSVP
What: Ela Township Dems August meeting will discuss all things Democratic. A guest speaker will be featured. Please bring an appetizer, dessert, or beverage to share. To RSVP, email elademocrats@gmail.com.
Walk with Lake Dems and Brad Schneider in the Lake Forest Day Parade
When: Wednesday, August 7, 2024; gather at 9:30am, step off at 10:00am
Where: Western and Vine Aves., Lake Forest. The parade ends at West Park.
What: Show your Democratic spirit by walking through downtown Lake Forest Day with Congressman Brad Schneider and other Democrats in the Lake Forest Day Parade. Wear blue if you can. If you’d like a Lake Dems t-shirt or hat, go to lakedems.org/shirts or lakedems.org/hats.