When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm Where: Location Provided Upon RSVP What: Monthly meeting of the Young Dems of Lake County (YDLC). There will be a discussion of the upcoming municipal elections and training on how we all can be allies to those in the undocumented community. RSVP to youngdemslakeil@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events
02/15/202511:00: Young Dems of Lake County (YDLC) Monthly Meeting
When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Location Provided Upon RSVP
What: Monthly meeting of the Young Dems of Lake County (YDLC). There will be a discussion of the upcoming municipal elections and training on how we all can be allies to those in the undocumented community. RSVP to youngdemslakeil@gmail.com.
02/16/202513:00: Joyful! Brushwood Center’s Celebration of Black History Month
When: Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:30pm
Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwood
What: Brushwood Center hosts a celebration of music and food in honor of Black History Month. RSVP here. For additional information, email pnelson@brushwoodcenter.
02/16/202517:30: An Evening In Support of West Deerfield Township’s Democratic Slate with Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton
When: Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00pm
Where: Rosebud Deerfield, 711 Deerfield Rd., Suite A, Deerfield
What: Meet the Democratic candidates for West Deerfield Township with special guest Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. Register here.
02/18/202513:00: Sen. Edly-Allen, Rep. Faver Dias, and Rep. Mason Host Blood Drive with American Red Cross
When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 1:00 to 6:00PM
Where: University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake
What: Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen and State Representatives Laura Faver Dias and Joyce Mason host a blood drive with the American Red Cross. To make an appointment click here, or call 1-800-733-2767. For more information visit Sen. Edly-Allen’s website. Save a Life, Give Blood!
02/18/202517:30: Waukegan Township Democrats Wine & Whine
When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing, 216 W. Clayton St., Waukegan
What: Waukegan Township Democrats hosts a discussion about the state of America. They’ll also talk about ways to get involved and make a difference in the community. Pizza will be provided. For more information email waukegandems@gmail.com.
02/18/202518:00: Event in Support of Fritz Kaegi for Cook County Assessor
When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: The home of Jill and Andy Kidd (Evanston address given upon RSVP)
What: An event in support of Fritz Kaegi, Democrat for Cook County Assessor. For more information or to RSVP, please click here or contact Emily at fritz@lbhchicago.com.
02/19/202519:00: Wauconda Township Democrats February Meeting
02/19/202519:00: Indivisible Western Lake County (IWLC) February Meeting Featuring Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart
When: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Where: Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst
What: The February meeting of Indivisible Western Lake County features Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, who will share his perspective on local and national justice in America. For questions, contact Esther Hebbard at ehebbard1@gmail.com.
02/20/202518:00: Warren Township Democrats February Meeting
When: Thursday, February 20, 2025 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 featuring guest speakers Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, Warren Township Dems Vice Chair Celeste Flores, and Waukegan Mayoral candidate Sam Cunningham.
02/22/202510:00: LGBTQ+ Senior Healthcare & Legal Forum
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30am
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake
What: An informative and supportive forum addressing senior healthcare and legal issues within the LGBTQ+ community. RSVP to 847-223-2310 or email StAndrewGrayslake@sbcglobal.net.
02/22/202510:30: Jesse Rojo Joint Day of Action with Barrington Democrats
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Barrington location provided upon RSVP
What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with Voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.
02/22/202511:30: Lake Dems Protests Elon Musk and Donald Trump Outside the Tesla Dealership in Libertyville
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:30am to 12:30pm
Where: Tesla Dealership, 1121 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. We’ll be gathering on the sidewalk in front of the Tesla dealership.
What: Lake County Democrats gather to protest Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and Donald Trump’s biggest campaign donor, and his troubling behavior as part of the Trump Administration, as well as Donald Trump. Let us know if you’d like to help organize this event by emailing info@lakedems.org
02/22/202518:00: Meet Two Candidates Running for Office in Highland Park
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Where: Secret World Books, 1774 2nd St., Highland Park
What: HP Votes sponsors an informal meet and greet with two of Highland Park’s mom candidates: Josie Beck for HP Park District Commissioner, and Lori Fink for North Shore School District 112 Board. Space is limited—please register at https://lu.ma/cu6csssv.
03/07/202517:30: Waukegan Township Dems Unity Bowling Fundraiser
When: Friday, March 7th, 2025 from 5:30 to 8:30pm
Where: Bertrand Lanes, 2616 Washington St., Waukegan
What: Waukegan Township Dems host a bowling fundraiser at Bertrand Lanes. This event is an evening of entertainment and community engagement. For more information and to RSVP click here.
03/08/202510:00: Mobile DMV in Grayslake
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Grayslake Recreation Center
What: Illinois State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, LGBTQ+ Center Lake County, Illinois State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, and Mano A Mano are pleased to partner with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to provide mobile DMV services to our constituents. Appointments are required. Click here.
03/09/202510:30: Barrington Trustee Candidate Jesse Rojo Day of Action Sponsored by IL Veterans for Change
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Barrington location provided upon RSVP
What: Join Jesse Rojo, candidate for Barrington Village Trustee and chair of the Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee, in connecting with voters! RSVP: jesse.d.rojo@gmail.com. Veterans and non-veterans alike are invited to help Jesse win.
03/09/202514:00: Brushwood Center Celebrates Women’s History Month
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Brushwood Center, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods
What: Brushwood Center celebrates Women’s History Month with an afternoon of chamber music featuring works written and performed by women. RSVP here. For additional information, email pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org.
03/09/202515:00: Spring Forward with Moraine Dems in Highland Park
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 3:00 to 4:30pm
Where: Once Upon A Bagel, 1888 1st St., Highland Park
What: Annual Moraine Township Democrats Spring Forward membership reception – on the day we change our clocks. Enjoy bagels, beverages, sweets, and time with like-minded Democratic neighbors, candidates, and elected officials. (Moraine Township includes most of Highland Park, all of Fort Sheridan and Highwood, and parts of Deerfield and Lake Forest.)
03/31/202517:30: Reception in Support of IL Comptroller Susana Mendoza
When: Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5:30pm
Where: Harbor Point, 155 N. Harbor Dr., Apt. 5212, Chicago
What: A reception for Illinois Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza. RSVP here. For questions, email Team Susana at rsvp@susanamendoza.com.
05/04/202512:00: Women for Brad 2025 Luncheon
When: Sunday, May 4, 2025. Doors open at 12:00pm; program starts at 12:30pm
Where: Highland Park location provided upon RSVP
What: Women for Brad luncheon in support of Congressman Brad Schneider. Featuring keynote speaker Congresswoman Sarah McBride of Delaware. RSVP here. For additional information, contact Eli Krule at eli@schneiderforcongress.com.