EventsWhen: Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Rd., Northbrook
What: Volunteer fair to connect attendees with local organizations seeking volunteers. For more information, call Senator Morrison’s office at 847-945-5200 or www.SenatorJulieMorrison.com.
When: Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Foss Park District, 1730 Lewis Ave., North Chicago
What: Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart is organizing a summer day of service as part of the Gun Violence Prevention Initiative (GVPI). For more information or to RSVP: facebook.com/events/1686876669201565/.
When: Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Where: 28 Mile Distilling Company, 454 Sheridan Rd., Highwood
What: Join Lake County Commissioner Sara Knizhnik for her 2nd Annual Best Friend Backyard BBQ Fundraiser. Food, drink, and music with the band Plastic Summer. For more information or to RSVP: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/evsk20260806bbq.
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 1:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Democratic Party of Illinois Barrington Headquarters, 50 Ela St., Barrington
What: Knock on doors for Mary Mesa for Lake County Board District 17. For more information or to RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/organizeillinois2026/event/971967/.
When: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2:00 to 4:00pm
Where: Independence Grove Forest Preserve, North Bay Pavilion, 16400 W. Buckley Rd., Libertyville
What: Joint fundraiser in support of Lake County Board Member Carissa Casbon in District 7 and Lake County Board candidate Jose Martinez in District 1. Freedom Fest is a celebration of America with food, drink, and live music. For more information or to RSVP: actblue.com/donate/freedomfest2026/.
