 December 8, 2021
In this issue: Mano a Mano Winter Accessory Drive, Biden’s record job growth, JB Pritzker on reproductive rights, and Upcoming Events.
 Where to Drop Off Winter Accessories Winter items may be dropped off up to Dec. 15 at these locations:
If these drop-off locations are not convenient for you, Lake Dems may be able to arrange an alternative option. Email us at info@lakedems.org
Joe and Jobs: Biden Sets Job Growth Record 
Reproductive Rights in 2022 
Upcoming Events Thursday, 12/9: Holiday Reception for North Suburban Women Senators Melinda Bush, Laura Fine, Ann Gillespie, Adriane Johnson, Julie Morrison, and Laura Murphy. On Tour Brewing, 1725 W. Hubbard St., Chicago, 5:30-7:30pm. Thursday, 12/9: Chelsea Laliberte Barnes Campaign Kick-off Fundraiser. 6-8:30pm, Durty Nellie’s Gastropub, 180 North Smith St., Palatine. Saturday, 12/11: Representative Joyce Mason Sponsors Gurnee Foam Recycling. Event is for recycling Styrofoam products with the recycling symbol. 10am-1pm, Gurnee Village Hall, 325 N. O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee. Sunday, 12/12: Carissa Casbon Hosts Great Lake County Bake-Off Virtual Fundraiser. Bakers will bake three dozen cookies for virtual judging. 4-5pm on Zoom. Monday, 12/13: ACLU Presents “The Future of Reproductive Rights and Access,” a virtual discussion on the future of reproductive rights and access in Illinois and nationwide. Noon on Zoom. Monday, 12/13: Senate Candidate Maria Peterson Fundraiser. Fundraiser for Maria Peterson, Democratic candidate for Illinois Senate District 26. 7-9pm, Strawberry Moon, 204 S. Main St., Wauconda. Monday, 12/13: Brad Schneider Founder’s Circle Virtual Discussion with Rebecca Shi. Discussion with immigration advocate Rebecca Shi on Zoom, 7-8pm. Wednesday, 12/15: J Street Chicago Annual Event Honoring Fred Andes. The 2021 J Street Annual Event features a discussion between former Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes and J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami. VIP reception: 11:15am, main event: noon. Wednesday, 12/15: Deputy Voter Registrar Training in Libertyville. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and registered to vote in Lake County. The event is open only to Lake County residents who are interested in helping to register new voters. 3-4pm, Public Works Department, 650 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville. Wednesday, 12/15: Rep. Daniel Didech, Rep. Rita Mayfield and Sen. Adriane Johnson Present Tenants’ Rights and Responsibilities Webinar. 6-7:30pm online. Wednesday, 12/15: Brad Schneider is Special Guest at Thomas Maillard Campaign Kickoff. Special guest Congressman Brad Schneider joins 10th Congressional District Democratic State Central Committeeperson Thomas Maillard for his campaign kickoff. 6-8pm, Only Child Brewing, 1350 Tri-State Parkway, Suite 124, Gurnee. Thursday, 12/16: Schneider for Congress Holiday Party. A celebration of the holiday season with Congressman Brad Schneider. 6-7:30pm, Fuller Center in Waukegan, 141 S. Genesee St., Waukegan. Thursday, 12/16: State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart and Mano a Mano Host “Connecting With Community” Virtual Forum. Forum on victims’ rights and how the State’s Attorney’s office provides support. 6pm on Zoom. Are you planning an event? Let us know at www.lakedems.org/event-
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