Wednesday, February 14, 2024
In this Issue: Looking for the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift? Jill Wine-Banks to Speak in Lake County on Feb. 19 ● You Know What Else Would be a Storybook Ending? ● Lake County Celebrates 211 Day ● Lake Dems Attend Events ● ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) ● Upcoming Events
Looking for the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift? Jill Wine-Banks to Speak in Lake County on Feb. 19
The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or just because – sign up to see cable news commentator Jill Wine-Banks, an amazing and entertaining speaker. It’s no wonder our event featuring her sold out last year.
Join Lake Dems at the DoubleTree Hotel, 510 E. IL 83, Mundelein, 5:30 to 7:30pm, for heavy appetizers and drinks. Tickets are $75 – a discount is available for two. Veterans and student tickets are $50. Host committee sponsorships are available as well. Learn more at LakeDems.org/Jill.
You Know What Else Would be a Storybook Ending?
Taylor Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl, and now they’re going to the White House! Know what else would be a storybook ending? Defeating Donald Trump and his Republican cronies once and for all this year. Let’s do it!
Lake County Celebrates 211 Day
February 11 marked the fifth annual 211 Day in Lake County, celebrating this free 24/7 service that connects people in need to a wide range of essential health and human services. To show your support and appreciation, help get the word out about 211. Read more about its services here.
Lake Dems Attend Events
Lake Dems Volunteer Meeting
Democrats interested in volunteering gathered at the Lake Dems Waukegan headquarters last Saturday afternoon to discuss the opportunities that are available. Many who attended volunteered for at least one project or task (large or small) and were excited to get involved.
Meetings like this are planned regularly around the county in the coming months for new volunteers and people who want to get involved again. Watch for an announcement of the next volunteer meeting in your email and on social media.
Holly Kim’s Lunar New Year Celebration Draws Big Crowd
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What a fabulous celebration as Lake Dems attend the 2024 Lunar New Year event hosted by Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim. |
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Pictured above are Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, Michael Dobrow, and Lake County Treasurer and host Holly Kim. |
Above are Michael Conway, candidate for Lake County Board in the Lake Villa area, his wife Lori, and College of Lake County Trustee Allena Barbato. |
Ela Township Dems Monthly Meeting
Ela Township Dems had a wonderful time discussing politics last week at Tacos El Norte in Lake Zurich.
ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)
A school shooter’s mom is found guilty. Will it prevent other tragedies?
The Washington Post article contains quotes from Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart.
Upcoming Events
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14
Fremont Township Democrats February Meeting. 6:00pm, Mundelein and online via Zoom. More.
FRIDAY, FEB. 16
Campaign Rally for Mary Ross Cunningham. 5:30pm, Libertyville. More.
SATURDAY, FEB. 17
Warren-Newport Library Black History Month Celebration. 11:00am, Gurnee. More.
Meet & Greet Maria Peterson. 2:00pm, Mundelein address provided upon RSVP. More.
Art Exhibition Showcase for Black History Celebration. 4:00pm, Waukegan. More.
SUNDAY, FEB. 18
Hometown Fundraiser for Arad Boxenbaum, Candidate for State Representative. 2:30pm, Buffalo Grove. More.
MONDAY, FEB. 19
Lake Dems Presidents’ Day Fundraiser with Jill Wine-Banks. 5:30pm, Mundelein. More.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21
Wauconda Township Democrats February Meeting. 7:00pm, online via Zoom. More.
Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) February Meeting. 7:00pm, Lindenhurst. More.
For the complete list of Upcoming Events, go to lakedems.org/events.
Click here to submit your event for consideration.
How Do I Join Lake County Democrats?
Lake County Democrats is made up of people like you, people who are passionate about building better communities and a better world. We’re a grassroots political organization, working with Democrats in all parts of Lake County – from Antioch to Highland Park, Libertyville to Waukegan, Barrington to Zion. Become a member online now, (individual: $35/couples $60 – though more is always appreciated), or send a check payable to Lake County Democrats to P.O. Box 671, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Questions? Contact info@lakedems.org..
