Tenth Dems is an all-volunteer grassroots group, but we've developed a wide reach. We put in a lot of effort to get the word out about events in the area. Keeping people informed and active is key to electing more Democrats. Tenth Dems plays a role in that, and frequently other groups use our list to inform their own members. It's very time-consuming, but we want to get it right. In order to be included in the weekly events email,
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When: Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Doors open at 7:00am; program starts at 9:00am.
Where: Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL.
What: Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) holds its annual brunch. Special guest to be announced. To sign up for the brunch, Register here. After the brunch, join us at Governor’s Day (also known as Democrat’s Day – each party gets its own day) at the Illinois State Fair! To let us know if you’ll need tickets to the State Fair, email info@lakedems.org.
When: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: At least 10 people are needed to help IWLC with the following: 1) Tape business cards to pieces of candy. 2 )Stuff them into 1000 candy bags. 3) Tie up sets of 50 bags. 4) Walk in the Lindenfest Parade on August 24. To RSVP, email ehebbard1@gmail.com.
When: Thursday, August 15, 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.
When: Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Tacos El Norte, 401 N. Riverside Drive, #27, Gurnee.
What: The monthly meeting of the Warren Township Democrats.
When: Friday, August 16, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Viking Park Dance Hall, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: State Representative Joyce Mason celebrates her 55th birthday with a party and campaign kickoff fundraiser. Special guest: Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch. To RSVP, email Joyce@votejoycemason.com.
When: Saturday August 17, 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 eastern 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.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:51pm
Where: 24th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Festival, Bowen Park, Waukegan
What: Waukegan Township Democrats has a booth at the 24th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival. The event honors literature’s power to inspire, provoke, unite and advocate for free speech. Attendees will hear readings from banned books and can share their thoughts or favorite passages.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 11:30am to 4:00pm
Where: Adler Park, 1500 N Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
What: LGBTQ+ Center Lake County holds a free Rainbow Family BBQ featuring food, drinks, music and games. Burgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided. For details and to RSVP, visit the website.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 1:00 to 5:00pm
Where: Bertrand Bowling Lanes, 2616 Washington St, Waukegan
What: Black Lives Matter Lake County hosts a Black Business Expo and Celebration. For more information, call 847-344-2450 or 773-309-1557.
When: Sunday, August 18, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: 10481 W. Illinois Ave., Beach Park
What: A BBQ fundraiser supporting Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek and Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart. Click here for tickets to support Jennifer Banek. Click here for tickets to support Eric Rinehart. For more information, email woody@mfstrategies.com or call 314-803-7965.
When: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Where: IBEW Local 134 Memorial Hall, 2722 South Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago (just south of the McCormick Center)
What: Illinois Veterans for Change and Vote Vets host a Veterans’ Party during the Democratic National Convention with Senator Duckworth herself as the headliner. RSVP here. The event features free lunch, drinks and live music. For questions, email info@veteransforchange.org.
When: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 9:30 to 11:30am. Line up at 9:30, step off at 10:30am. Parade position #9.
Where: Bonner Heritage Farm, 201 Country Place, Lindenhurst.
What: Walk with IWLC in the Lindenfest Parade. Walkers will be passing countywide candy bags. They must arrive at 9:30 because parade officials close down the street. To RSVP, email Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.
When: Saturday August 24, 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 eastern 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.
When: Sunday, August 25, 2024; time to be determined
Where: Location to be determined
What: An opportunity to connect with Senator Adriane Johnson, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn more about her vision and initiatives. Details to follow.
When: Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 7:30 to 9:00am
Where: 3Legged Coffee Brewery in Lindenhurst Center, 2120 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst
What: IWLC sponsors a gathering with great nitro coffee and conversation. For questions, email Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Max & Benny’s, 461 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook
What: Reception supporting Tracy Katz Muhl’s general election campaign for State Representative. The event features snacks, coffee service, and her plan to keep the 57th District blue. RSVP here, or for questions, email Christian at info@tracykatzmuhl4rep.com.
When: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Highland Park address provided upon RSVP.
What: A reception supporting Eric Rinehart in his reelection campaign for Lake County States Attorney. Hosted by Gun Violence Prevention Heroes Mayor Nancy Rotering of Highland Park, and the Gun Violence Prevention PAC and their President, Kathleen Sances. RSVP here. For more information, contact Woody at (314) 803-7965 or woody@mfstrategies.com
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Nabeela Syed Campaign Office, 1252 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine
What: The kickoff of Nabeela Syed’s campaign for re-election to State Representative. Volunteers will meet at the campaign office for training, then knock on doors and talk to voters. RSVP here.
When: Saturday August 31, 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 eastern 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.
When: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Independence Grove Observation Deck, 16400 W. Buckley Rd., Libertyville
What: An afternoon in support of McHenry County Board Member Kelli Wegener, a candidate for McHenry County Board Chair. Tickets include appetizers and soft drinks. RSVP here.
When: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Registration: 9:00am; Shotgun start: 10:00am; Banquet and Awards Ceremony: 3:00pm
Where: Foss Park Golf Course, 3124 Argonne Dr., North Chicago
What: Golf outing in support of Leon Rockingham’s re-election as Mayor of North Chicago. Click here for more information. Register online. For questions, call 847-710-6621 or email Rockingham4mayor@gmail.com
When: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: BBQ Garden, 9020 W. Golf Rd., Niles
What: Attendees join Holly and her family for a celebration of her birthday with food, fun, and friends. Plus, no Korean BBQ would be complete without Karaoke! RSVP here.
When: Monday, September 23, 2024, 11:00am Registration and VIP Reception; 12:00pm Lunch and Awards
Where: Chicago Hilton & Towers, 720 South Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: Personal PAC holds its 31st Annual Luncheon. For questions or more information, contact rsvp@personalpac.org or call 312-422-0005.
When: Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Bertrand Bowling Lanes, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan
What: A Bowling Fundraiser for North Chicago Treasurer and Foss Park District Commissioner Vance D. Wyatt. For more information: email commissioner@vancewyatt.com or call 224-419-4509.
When: Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 7:00 to 10:00pm
Where: Hawthorn Mall, 122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
What: PADS Lake County holds its Path to Progress Annual Celebration featuring “A Night at the Speakeasy Casino.” For more information, email events@padslakecounty.org.
When: Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Democrats have organized the Maureen Wener Public Service Award. Wishing to acknowledge dedication to public service and honor Maureen Wener’s memory, the West Deerfield Township Democratic Organization has established this award. To submit nominations (due by August 16) or to RSVP, email Info@WestDeerfieldDems.com.
When: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
When: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Highland Park Headquarters, 474 Central Ave., Highland Park
What: A postcard-writing party! The cards, addresses and your choice of three tested messages to write will be provided. Please bring some postcard stamps (if you can) and be ready to write. If you want to help pay for stamps: LakeDems.org/Contribute. To RSVP, email Info@LakeDems.org so we know how many people to expect.
