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When: Monday, October 21, 2019 Performances at 2:00pm and 6:00pm
Where: College of Lake County, Auditorium in lower level of Building A, 19351 West Washington St., Grayslake
What: Storyteller and author Lynn Rymarz portrays Susan B. Anthony, American social reformer and icon of the woman’s suffrage movement. Appropriate for ages 12 and older. Free admission.
To RSVP, call 847-377-2408 or email ElectionJudge@lakecountyil.gov
When: Stay tuned for a new date and location
What: POSTPONED – EMILY’s List Annual Ignite Change Midwest Regional Reception
For questions, email McCaul Nelson at mnelson@emilyslist.org.
When: Monday, October 21, 2019 from 7:30 – 9:30pm
Where: Oliverii Trattoria, 1358 Shermer Rd.,Northbrook
What: State Representative Jen Gong Gershowitz, Committeeperson Tracy Katz Muhi and representatives of the Warren and Harris campaigns talk about the Democratic women running for office in 2020. Sign petitions and learn how to get more involved. Admission and appetizers are free and open to all Democrats. To RSVP, register online. For questions email info@northfielddems.org
When: Stay tuned for a new date and location
What: POSTPONED – EMILY’s List hosts Cocktails for Change
Questions email McCaul Nelson at mnelson@emilyslist.org
When: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 2:00pm
Where: 10th Floor, County Building, Assembly Room, 18 N. County St., Waukegan
What: A training for Deputy Voter Registrars will be held. 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. Deputy Registrars must be trained in the county in which they live, but once trained, can register voters anywhere in Illinois. Training takes about an hour.
This training is being held through the County Clerk’s office and is free of charge. Sign-ups will be taken up to 5 hours before the class starts. In most cases, late sign-ups will not be added to the class.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Chicago address to be determined
What: Illinois Women’s Institute Leadership Training Academy holds its annual Trailblazers Award and Reception.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 7:00 – 8:30pm
Where: New Tech High at Zion-Benton East, 1634 23rd St., Zion
What: Town Hall in support of the Clean Energy Job Act with State Representative Joyce Mason and Senator Melinda Bush, Clean Power Lake County, Faith in Place, Sierra Club, and the Illinois Environmental Council.
RSVP at: ilenviro.org/zion
When: Friday, October 25, 2019 from 5:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Dover Straits, 890 E. US 45, Mundelein
What: Halloween Fundraiser for Sheriff John D. Idleburg. Prizes for best costumes. Refreshments and appetizers will be served.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Friday, October 25, 2019 from 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake
What: State Representatives Mary Edly-Allen, Joyce Mason and Rita Mayfield host the screening of a documentary exploring parole reform in Illinois followed by a panel discussion with experts on the topic.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Catholic Charities – The Community Center, 914 8th St., Waukegan
What: Congressman Brad Schneider will host a Health and Wellness Fair to help connect 10th District residents with health resources available in our community. Participating organizations will offer free immunizations, health screenings, and more. The event is open to the public.
For additional information, including a list of participating organizations, or to RSVP, register online.
When: Sunday, October 27, 2019 from 2:00 – 3:00pm
Where: North Chicago Community High School, 1717 17th Street, North Chicago
What: U.S. Representative Brad Schneider is hosting a Congress on Your Corner town hall to answer questions from constituents and brief attendees on his work in Washington.
This event is free and open to the public. Due to limited space, please register here in advance.
Contact Rep. Schneider’s office at (847) 383-4870 for questions.
When: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 from 6:00am – 6:00pm
Where: St. Joseph Church, 112 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville
What: Faith in Place Action Fund, along with other partners, scheduled an extra advocacy day at the Statehouse in Springfield to urge elected officials to pass the Clean Energy Jobs Act.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Wednesday, October 30, 2019 from 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where: Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 Schoenbeck Rd., Wheeling
What: An evening with author Jami Attenberg, daughter of former Tenth Dems Data Manager and Leadership Committee member, Joan Attenberg. Jami will appear as part of a 21-city tour for her new novel, All This Could Be Yours, that has been on the recommended fall reading lists of People, Entertainment Weekly and other national publications. Books available for purchase. Refreshments will be served. RSVP required.
For additional information or to RSVP, visit the event’s website.
When: Friday, November 1, 2019 from 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: 1801 N. Sheridan Rd., Suite 101, North Chicago
What: Open House at Mano a Mano Family Resource Center’s new North Chicago office.
When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 9:30 – 10:30am
Where: Einstein Bros. Bagels, 6641 Grand Ave, Ste. A, Gurnee
What: Coffee and conversation with State Representative Joyce Mason about state and local issues.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 3:00 – 4:30pm
Where: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
What: Democrats of Northfield Township and North Shore Democrats for Progress host a panel discussion and questions on the Illinois Courts and Elections. Panelists include Supreme Court Justice and Candidate P. Scott Neville, Appellate Judge and Candidate Michael Hyman, Circuit Court Judge and Candidate Kerrie Maloney Laytin, Circuit Court Judicial Candidate Araceli De La Cruz, and Subcircuit Judge and Candidate Patricia Fallon. Also an opportunity to sign petitions to get candidates on the ballot.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Monday, November 4, 2019 at 6:00pm
Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
What: A training for Deputy Voter Registrars will be held. 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. Deputy Registrars must be trained in the county in which they live, but once trained, can register voters anywhere in Illinois. Training takes less than an hour.
This training is being held through the County Clerk’s office and is free of charge. Sign-ups will be taken up to 5 hours before the class starts. In most cases, late sign-ups will not be added to the class.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Monday, November 4, 2019 from 6:00 – 7:30pm
Where: Glencoe home of Stacey Sher Michelon and Jon Michelon (Address upon RSVP)
What: Representative Bob Morgan of the 58th District’s final 2019 event in the district.
Link to RSVP online. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Joey Slater at joey@newchicagollc.com or (312) 448-8014.
When: Wednesday, November 6, 2019 from 6:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Warren-Newport Public Library, Meeting Room B, 224 N. O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee
What: Democrats of Antioch, Benton, Grant and Newport Townships host a discussion of gerrymandering with Sachin Chheda, Director of the Fair Elections Project (the group that built the Whitford gerrymandering case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court). The event is free and open to the public.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Thursday, November 7, 2019 from 1:00 – 2:30pm
Where: Rep. Mason’s office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Ste. LL, Gurnee
What: The fourth meeting of State Representative Joyce Mason’s Senior Advisory Council. For additional information or to RSVP, register online, call 847-485-9986 or email info@repjoycemason.com.
When: Thursday, November 7, 2019, 5:00 – 7:00pm
Where: The University Center, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake.
What: Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim’s Office, First Midwest Bank, and Restoration America have partnered to offer the residents of Lake County three free Financial Literacy courses. The theme of this class is “Financial Recovery.”
For more information or to enroll call Anton Mathews at 847-377-2043 or email AMathews@lakecountyil.gov.
When: Thursday, November 7, 2019 from 6:00 – 7:30pm
Where: The Glenview home of Scott Britton. Address provided upon RSVP
What: Celebrate the birthday of Hon. Scott Britton, Cook County Commissioner, 14th District.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Friday, November 8, 2019 at 10:00am
Where: 10th Floor, County Building, Assembly Room, 18 N. County St., Waukegan
What: A training for Deputy Voter Registrars will be held. 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. Deputy Registrars must be trained in the county in which they live, but once trained, can register voters anywhere in Illinois. Training takes about an hour.
This training is being held through the County Clerk’s office and is free of charge. Sign-ups will be taken up to 5 hours before the class starts. In most cases, late sign-ups will not be added to the class.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 (Game time to be announced; tailgate opens 90 minutes before kickoff)
Where: Mustards Last Stand, 1613 Central St., Evanston
What: Tailgate before the Northwestern Wildcats face the Purdue Boilermakers. Tickets for just the tailgate, and for both the tailgate and the game, are available.
RSVP required: Carly@ilsenatedems.org
Link to purchase tickets/sponsorships online
For more information, please contact Carly Halstead: carly@ilsenatedems.org or 312-630-7700
When: Saturday, November 9th, 2019 from 6:00 – 10:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm; program starts at 6:30pm
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago
What: The UMMA holds its 14th Annual “Masquerade” Gala featuring student testimonials, auction items and a photo booth. Keynote speaker: Brant Davis.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Monday, November 11, 2019 from 7:00 – 8:30pm
Where: Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Monthly meeting of Grant Township Democrats. This organizational meeting is for people in the Grant Township area, including Fox Lake, Lakemoor, Long Lake, Round Lake, Volo and Ingleside. This group is looking for those interested in planning events, managing projects, fundraising, communications, and other leadership roles.
When: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 6:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Northbrook Village Hall, 1225 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
What: State Representative Jonathan Carroll and Cook County Commissioner Scott Britton host a session to educate taxpayers on how to file a successful tax assessment appeal. Taxpayers will have opportunities to speak with staff from the Board of Review and Northfield Township Assessor’s offices to address their specific questions and concerns. This event is free to the public, and there is no fee to appeal at the Board of Review.
For more information contact the Northfield Township Assessor’s Office at 847.724.8300
When: Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 6:00 – 7:30pm. Program 6:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Access Living Chandler Gallery, 115 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago
What: Access Living hosts its Fall Fundraiser with comedian Tekki Lomnicki. Proceeds support the organization’s programs and mission to promote inclusion and independence for people with disabilities in all aspects of their lives.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 8:30 – 9:30am
Where: Bakers Square Restaurant & Bakery, 6340 Grand Ave., Gurnee
What: Coffee and conversation with State Representative Joyce Mason about state and local issues.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Monday, November 18, 2019 from 11:30am – 1:00pm
Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake
What: Faith in Place holds its 5th Annual Fundraiser and Celebration of its environmental accomplishments in 2019 and goals for the future. Free admission.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 from 6:30 – 8:00pm
Where: Rep. Mason’s District Office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Ste LL60, Gurnee
What: The third meeting of State Representative Joyce Mason’s Environmental Advisory Council. Residents interested in joining the Council are asked to call Rep. Mason’s District Office at 847-485-9986 or email info@repjoycemason.com.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Friday, December 6, 2019 from 12:00 noon – 2:00pm
Where: Venue Six10, 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: J Street Chicago holds its annual luncheon, this year honoring Richard Goldwasser, Chair of J Street’s Chicago chapter. Keynote speaker will be David Axelrod, chief strategist and senior advisor to President Barack Obama.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online or for questions, please contact Sam Berkman at chicago@jstreet.org.
When: Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 9:30 – 11:30am
Where: Rep. Mason’s District Office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Ste. LL, Gurnee
What: State Representative Joyce Mason’s holiday celebration. Coffee and other light refreshments will be served. Santa Claus will be there!
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Monday, December 9, 2019 from 7:00 – 8:30pm
Where: Fox Lake District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake
What: Monthly meeting of Grant Township Democrats. This organizational meeting is for people in the Grant Township area, including Fox Lake, Lakemoor, Long Lake, Round Lake, Volo and Ingleside. This group is looking for those interested in planning events, managing projects, fundraising, communications, and other leadership roles.
When: Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 2:00pm
Where: 10th Floor, County Building, Assembly Room, 18 N. County St., Waukegan
What: A training for Deputy Voter Registrars will be held. 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. Deputy Registrars must be trained in the county in which they live, but once trained, can register voters anywhere in Illinois. Training takes about an hour.
This training is being held through the County Clerk’s office and is free of charge. Sign-ups will be taken up to 5 hours before the class starts. In most cases, late sign-ups will not be added to the class.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Tuesday, December 10, 2019 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Where: Café la Cave, 2777 Mannheim Rd., Des Plaines
What: A reception in support of State Senator Laura Murphy (D-28).
Sponsorships are available.
RSVP to Carly@ilsenatedems.org
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When: Sunday, February 23, 2020 from 1:00 – 3:00pm
Where: Truman College, 1145 W Wilson Ave., Chicago
What: This event takes participants on a one-mile walk through the Uptown neighborhood while stopping along the way to listen to stories of women who have rebuilt their lives with the help of Sarah’s Circle. “Winter Walk: A Mile in Her Shoes” emphasizes the reality that women are homeless even during Chicago’s most dangerous weather.
Participants first meet at Truman College where they separate into walking groups to brave the cold together. After returning from the one-mile walk, they enjoy a meal of Chicago-style hot dogs generously donated by Vienna Beef while listening to the program.
Anyone is welcome to attend this free, family-friendly event which offers a shortened walk and special activities for children.
Click here to sign up for event updates
If you have any ideas, questions, or concerns about this event, please contact Mary NeCastro at mnecastro@sarahs-circle.orgor 773.728.1014 ext. 313.
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