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When: Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 1:30pm
Where: Home of Devon and Yvonne Bruce. Address provided upon RSVP. Please park at the Lake Forest College Recreation Center parking lot. A shuttle will be provided to the home.
What: A Lake Forest reception with Senator Dick Durbin. Democratic Whip Durbin is running for re-election in 2020. Register online or for more information, contact Nancy Kohn or Michal Schoenberg at 312-527-3667 or Michal@kohnconsulting.com.
When: Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 2:00pm
Where: North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
What: Join Tenth Dems for 1) an afternoon of laughs with the Capitol Steps followed by a dinner at Jameson’s Charhouse next door at 9525 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, and/or 2) come to just the show at 2:00 pm, or 3) just dinner at 5:00 pm. Click here to RSVP.
Tickets for The Capitol Steps are $55 per person, which is $4.05 less than you what you’d pay to purchase your tickets online. And dinner is $30 per person, including tax and tip.
So extend the fun by joining us for dinner next door at Jameson’s Charhouse. Click here to RSVP .
When: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:30pm
Where: Old Crow Smokehouse, 3506 N. Clark St., Chicago
What: A birthday party fundraiser supporting Michael Cabonargi, candidate for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County.
To RSVP, register online. For additional information, email eric@blueprintcampaignconsulting.com
When: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
Where: Co-Optim West Loop, 550 W. Washington St., Suite 201, Chicago
What: A reception to support Matt Flamm, candidate for Judge, 13th Judicial Subcircuit. Featured speaker: Hon. William J. Haddad, Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County (retired.) Special guest: Hon. Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board. Wine, beer, soft drinks and light appetizers will be served. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
When: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 6:00 – 8:00pm
Where: Taste of Paris, 161 N. Seymour, Mundelein
What: Citizens to Elect Rhonda Kind Bruno sponsors a fundraiser for Rhonda “Randie” Kind Bruno, a candidate for Circuit Court Judge, 19th Judicial Circuit, Third Subcircuit. Cash bar. Appetizers and soda will be provided. Tickets: $100.
To RSVP or for questions, email brunoforjudge@gmail.com or call Lou Bruno at 847-471-0156.
When: Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 12:00 noon. Doors open at 11:45; lunch at 12:00 noon; presentation at 12:30pm
Where: Roosevelt University, Ida B. Wells Lounge, 430 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: The Adlai Stevenson Center on Democracy and Roosevelt University sponsor a presentation by Ralph Martire, Arthur Rubloff Endowed Professor of Public Policy at the University.
To RSVP, register online.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2020, 1:00 – 5:00pm
Where: Waukegan Public Library, 128 N. County St., Waukegan, IL
What: Waukegan and Warren Township High Schools’ Black Student Unions present a college fair for African American students. Subjects to be discussed include vision boards, college admission process, FAFSA and scholarship completion, Historically Black College and University exploration, Career Readiness: Trade Schools, Soft Skills, resume writing and more.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2020. 6:00pm Silent auction and cocktail reception; 8:00pm Seated dinner and awards program; 10:30pm Dancing and music.
Where: Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Ave., Chicago
What: Equality Illinois holds its 2020 Gala.
To purchase tickets, register online
When: Monday, February 3, 2020
Where: Iowa
What: Iowa Democratic Caucuses
When: Monday, February 3, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:30pm
Where: Rep. Mason’s Office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Ste LL 60, Gurnee
What: A meeting of State Representative Joyce Mason’s Environmental Advisory Council. Facebook page. Residents interesting in joining the Council are asked to contact Rep. Mason’s District Office at 847-485-9986 or info@repjoymason.com.
When: Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Liam Heneghan, Professor of Environmental Science, DePaul University, presents Beasts at Bedtime, Revealing the Environmental Wisdom in Children’s Literature. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For additional information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 5:30 – 8:00pm
Where: The Kerryman Bar & Restaurant, 661 N. Clark St., Chicago
What: Fundraiser to support Danielle M Pascucci, Democratic candidate for Lake County Circuit Court Judge, 3rd Subcircuit. Appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be available. Register online at https://donorbox.org/danielle-pascucci-for-circuit-court-judge-feb-5-2020-kerryman. For more information, email citizensfordaniellep@gmail.com.
When: Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 6:00pm
Where: County Building (10th Floor – Assembly Room), 18 N. County St. in 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 3 hours before the class starts. Late sign-ups may or may not be added to the class.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online, email volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Saturday, February 8, 2020, 10:00 – 1:00pm
Where: Racine County Dems Office, 507 6th St., Racine, Wisconsin
What: Tenth Dems’ WIN WISCONSIN!! Project and Indivisible Evanston are sponsoring canvassing in Racine, Wisconsin. Drive directly to Racine County Dems Office for 10am training/canvass until 1pm. Carpooling may be available. Canvassing also being planned for 3/21, 3/28 and 4/4. Contact Kathleen Long at kathleenlong@comcast.net for more information. Online sign up is available at https://www.indivisibleevanston.com/ and click on “Click to CANVASS.”
When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where: JIC Community Development Center, 202 S. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A Townhall meeting about the census: what it is, why it is important and how to get involved. Attendees can apply on the spot for available census jobs. Census professionals will be on hand to answer questions.
For more information, call Dr. Mary Robinson at 847-687-3504 or Debra Lewis at 847-316-9180.
When: Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 10:30am – 12:00 noon
Where: The Byron Colby Barn, 1561 Jones Point Road, Grayslake
What: Faith in Place sponsors a screening of Suppressed: The Fight to Vote, a new film by Robert Greenwald. Snacks will be provided.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 2:00 – 3:30pm
Where: Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion
What: The February meeting of the Benton Township Democrats with special guest, Congressman Brad Schneider, U.S. Representative for Illinois’ 10th District. He will be sharing updates and answering questions. Attendees will also be addressing postcards to help get out the vote in the March 17 primary election.
To RSVP, register online.
When: Tuesday, February 11, 2020
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When: Tuesday, February 11, 2020 from 9:00 – 10:30am (English), 10:40am – 12:30pm (Espanol)
Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
What: Holly Kim and a panel of experts hold a free economic development workshop discussing how to start or grow a business. Panelists include Eddie Soto, Director, Lake County Tech Hub & Business Incubator; Elvin Rodriguez, Community Lender Accion and Enrique Lopez, CPA, MTS, Principal, Lopez and Co., CPAs LTD. To register, email Anton Mathews at AMathews@lakecountyil.gov or call 847-377-2043.
When: Thursday, February 13, 2020 from 6:00 – 8:30pm
Where: Taste Buds Kitchen, 2521 Waukegan Rd., Bannockburn
What: Wine and conversation with State Senator Julie Morrison while preparing and enjoying a French-inspired Valentine’s menu. Register online, call 312-630-7700 or email Kelly@ilsenatedems.org
When: Wednesday, February 19, 2019 from 5:30 – 7:00pm
Where: Fremont, 15 West Illinois St., Chicago
What: EMILY’s List holds its annual Chicago Cocktails for Change event featuring Marie Newman, candidate for U.S. House (IL-03), and Emily Cain, EMILY’s List Executive Director. Light refreshments provided.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online.
When: Thursday, February 20, 2020. Registration: 5:00; Reception: 5:30; Speaking program: 6:00pm
Where: Fig & Olive, 104 East Oak St., Chicago
What: EMILY’s List Annual Ignite Change Midwest Regional Reception featuring Stephanie Schriock, EMILY’s List President; Kim Foxx, Cook County State’s Attorney; and panelists Melissa Conyears-Ervin, Chicago City Treasurer and Betsy Dirksen-Londrigan, Candidate for U.S. House (IL-13).
For additional information or to RSVP, register online or email McCaul Nelson at mnelson@emilyslist.org.
When: Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Alhambra Palace Restaurant, 1240 W. Randolph, Chicago
What: A reception supporting the re-election of Toni Preckwinkle as Cook County Board President.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online or email Scott Kastrup at scott@tonipreckwinkle.com
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When: Saturday, February 22, 2020. Reception: 5:30 – 6:30pm; Dinner and awards ceremony: 6:30pm
Where: Community Action Banquet Hall, 204 Genesee St., Waukegan. Valet parking available.
What: The 2020 Most Influential African American of Lake County Awards featuring a celebrity guest and Lifetime Achievement Awards.
For information, call 847-473-5501.
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.
When: Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 6:00 – 8:00pm
Where: JIC Community Development Center, 202 S. Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A Townhall meeting about the census: what it is, why it is important and how to get involved. Attendees can apply on the spot for available census jobs. Census professionals will be on hand to answer questions.
For more information, call Dr. Mary Robinson at 847-687-3504 or Debra Lewis at 847-316-9180.
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When: Saturday, February 29, 2020 from 5:30 – 9:00pm
Where: Dandelion Gallery, 109 South Genesee St., Waukegan
What: A celebration of black entrepreneurs and business owners of Lake County. The event honors excellence in education, community leadership, media, the arts, business, entrepreneurship, politics, outreach and food service.
For additional information or to RSVP, register online or visit www.BEawardsgala.com
When: Sunday, March 1, 2020, 11:00 – 4:30pm
Where: Kenosha County Democratic Office, 5712 7th Ave., Kenosha, Wisconsin
What: Tenth Dems’ WIN WISCONSIN!! Project is sponsoring canvassing in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Drive directly to Kenosha County Democratic Office for 11am training. Carpooling may be available. Canvass until 4:30pm. Contact Nancy Bruski at 847-373-7755 for more information. After receiving walk routes and a brief training, canvassers will knock on every door and pass out Voter ID information cards to each home where voters talk to someone. Please register in advance with nancysbruski@gmail.com.
When: Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Where: Alabama, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont primaries
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When: Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Sam Brunson, Professor, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, presents God and the IRS. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2020
Where: Statewide in Louisiana
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When: Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Where: Statewide in five states
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When: Thursday, March 12, 2020 from 1:00 – 2:00pm
Where: Rep. Mason’s Office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Ste. LL 60, Gurnee
What: A meeting of State Representative Joyce Mason’s Senior Advisory Council. This Council’s quarterly meetings discuss feedback on ways to enrich the health and quality of life for seniors in Illinois. All are welcome. Facebook page.
To RSVP for the meeting, please call her office at 847-485-9986 or email info@repjoycemason.com.
When: Thursday, March 12, 2020 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Where: The Harp and Fiddle, 110 Main St., Park Ridge
What: State Senator Laura Murphy holds her annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.
For questions or to RSVP, register online or email carly@ilsenatedems.org
When: Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville
What: The Libertyville Civic Center Foundation, Lake County Green Congregations and Faith in Place sponsor the 10th Annual Green Living Fair. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about earth-healthy daily routines from the 24+ exhibitors. Admission is free. Register online.
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Where: Statewide in three states
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When: Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Claire Hartfield, Chicago lawyer and author, presents A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:00pm
Where: Rep. Mason’s Office, 36100 N. Brookside Dr., Suite LL 60, Gurnee
What: A meeting of State Representative Joyce Mason’s Women’s Advisory Council. Facebook page
To RSVP for the meeting, please email info@repjoycemason.com or call 847-485-9986.
When: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at 6:30pm
Where: Location in the Waukegan area to be announced
What: High school students who entered the Tenth Dems Poetry and Prose Contest will read their original works inspired by the theme CHOICES. The student authors of prize-winning pieces, selected by our panels of published poets and past prizewinners, will receive cash awards, and all participants will receive Certificates of Participation. These budding authors write from their hearts, and hearing them read their work is a truly memorable experience!
For more information, or to volunteer email events@tenthdems.org, or telephone 847-266-VOTE (8683).
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2020 at 4:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: John Buehrens, past President (1993-2001) of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations, presents Conflagration: How the Transcendentalists Sparked the American Struggle for Racial, Gender and Social Justice. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Michael Fisch, Associate Professor of Anthropology, The University of Chicago, presents An Anthropology of the Machine: Tokyo’s Commuter Train Network. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Janet McCracken, Professor of Philosophy, Lake Forest College, presents Perry Mason as Greek Tragedy, in Perry Mason and Philosophy. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Barbara Risman, Distinguished Professor of Sociology, University of Illinois at Chicago, presents Where the Millenials Will Take Us: A New Generation Wrestles with the Gender Structure. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
When: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 7:00pm
Where: North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
What: Robert Pippin, Professor of Philosophy, University of Chicago, presents The Philosophical Hitchcock. The program is followed by audience Q&A. For the entire series, click here. For information about this evening and to RSVP, register online.
