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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submit events for consideration (ideally by midday Monday), so we have time to get it ready.
When: Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Location available upon RSVP
What: A canvass event for Morgan Coghill, a candidate running for Congress in Illinois’ 10th Congressional District. For more information or to RSVP: mobilize.us/coghillforcongress/event/874014/.
When: Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Waukegan location provided upon RSVP
What: Coffee and conversation with Congressman Brad Schneider. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/decembercoffeeclub2025.
When: Monday, December 8, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Paul Frank, Lake County Board Member (District 11), hosts a Virtual Town Hall. For more information or to RSVP: lakecountyil.gov/franktownhall.
When: Monday, December 8, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: 1310 W. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights, and on Zoom
What: Monthly meeting of the Wheeling Township Democrats. For more information or to RSVP, email Wheeling Dems at wheelingdemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: The mission of Young Democrats of Illinois (YDI) is to uplift and mobilize young Democrats (ages 14 to 35) across the state. For more information or to RSVP: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/z6VcwaKSTISt-YsWi7LKgw.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: The corner of Kates Rd. and Corporate Dr., Deerfield
What: Chicago Area Peace Action hosts weekly protests near where ICE may be housed in Deerfield. For more information or to RSVP, click here.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: Phone bank for Holly Kim for Illinois Comptroller. For more information or to RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/phone-bank-for-holly-kim-for-il-comptroller-waukegan-lake-county/.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Dover Straits Seafood House, 890 E. US Hwy. 45, Mundelein
What: Fremont Dems will hold their Holiday Party & Fundraiser. There will be a finger food buffet available as well as a cash bar. For more information or to RSVP: 847-533-5717 or fremontdems@gmail.com.
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00pm
Where: Shirley’s Piano Bar, 104 N. Cook St., Barrington
What: A holiday party to support Erin Chan Ding’s run for Illinois State Representative in the 52nd District. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/ecd1211.
When: Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00pm
Where: Il Forno Pizza, 750 Osterman St., Deerfield
What: West Deerfield Township Dems will hold their holiday party. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/2025-holiday-party.
When: Friday, December 12, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Libertyville Civic and Senior Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
What: The Illinois Secretary of State will hold a mobile DMV sponsored by State Representative Laura Faver Dias, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, and the Libertyville Senior Center. Appointments are required. For more information click here. To RSVP click here.
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00am
Where: Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 725 Stearns School Rd., Gurnee
What: North East Lake County Indivisible is holding a food drive and community gathering in support of Lake County food pantries and democracy. Nonperishable food items or financial donations welcome. Stay for a picture with Santa, enjoy a cup of cocoa, and mingle with friends who believe in neighbors helping neighbors. For more information or to RSVP: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/871479/.
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 9:30 to 11:00am
Where: Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Monthly meeting of the Antioch & Grant Township Democrats. Speaker: 9th Congressional District Democratic candidate Kat Abughazaleh. Please RSVP as space is limited. For more information or to RSVP: AntiochTownshipDemocrats@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Highland Park Police Station, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd., Highland Park
What: Donations of food, blankets, and other items to support veterans will be accepted. For more information call Senator Morrison’s office at (847) 945-5200 or click here.
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30am
Where: Lake Zurich location provided upon RSVP
What: Ela Township Democrats host a meet and greet with Daniel Biss, a candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 9th District. To RSVP or for more information: mobilize.us/danielbiss/event/870307/.
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Waukegan address provided upon RSVP
What: Schneider for Congress Holiday Party. Consider bringing a non-perishable item to donate to a local food bank. For more information or to RSVP: Brad’s Annual Holiday Party!
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, 510 E. IL Rt. 83, Mundelein
What: Waukegan Township will host the Staben House Home for the Holidays Annual Benefit Gala. Please RSVP by November 24. For more information or to RSVP: www.waukegantownship.com/FormCenter/Registration-and-Donations-4/2025-Home-for-The-Holidays-Annual-Gala-112.
When: Monday, December 15, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln., Long Grove
What: A fundraiser in support of Jenny Levin’s campaign for Illinois State Representative, District 51. For more information or to RSVP: click here or email connect@jennylevin.com.
When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Highland Park address upon RSVP
What: A reception supporting the Honorable Juliana Stratton, Lt. Governor of Illinois and candidate for U.S. Senate. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/jfi120825.
When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm
Where: Location will be shared prior to event date
What: Men4Choice celebrates their 10th anniversary and will honor special guest Governor JB Pritzker for his consistent allyship on the fight for reproductive freedom. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/10years4choice.
When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00pm
Where: Wayfarer Theaters, 1850 2nd St., Highland Park
What: SAFE (Safe Access for Everyone) Illinois will host a screening of the film “The Credible Messenger: The Dr. Chico Tillmon Story” about the work of Dr. Tillmon, an internationally renowned expert in Community Violence Intervention. All funds raised will be used to support the RIFL (Responsibility in Firearm Legislation) Act Campaign. For more information or to RSVP: secure.numero.ai/signup/Screening-of-The-Credible-Messenger-The-Dr-Chico-Tillmon-Story.
When: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
Where: The corner of Kates Rd. and Corporate Dr., Deerfield
What: Chicago Area Peace Action hosts weekly protests near where ICE may be housed in Deerfield. For more information or to RSVP, click here.
When: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Lake Dems Waukegan Office, 228A N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: Phone bank for Holly Kim for Illinois Comptroller. For more information or to RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/phone-bank-for-holly-kim-for-il-comptroller-waukegan-lake-county/.
When: Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Location provided upon RSVP
What: A welcome event for the new Lake County Students for Justice initiative. For more information or to RSVP: www.coghillforcongress.com/justice.
When: Friday, January 23, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00pm
Where: Waukegan Music Exchange, 126 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A fundraiser in support of Matt Muchowski, a candidate for Precinct Committeeperson in Waukegan. For more information or to RSVP: secure.actblue.com/donate/democratmattkaraoke2026.
When: Monday, February 9, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00pm
Where: College of Lake County, Auditorium A011, 19351 Washington St., Grayslake
What: Lake County Rising organizes an event aiming to raise awareness of gender-based violence and foster solidarity within the community. For more information or to RSVP, click here.
When: Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 16, 2026 (time To Be Determined)
Where: Location To Be Determined
What: We hope you’ll save the date and join us for this special event. More information to come.
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Where: Across Illinois
What: Primary elections for races up and down the ballot.
