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Upcoming Events

02/15/2025: 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.


02/16/2025: 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.org.


02/16/2025: 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.


02/17/2025: Lake Dems Presidents Day Reception with Keynote Speaker Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear

When: Monday, February 17, 2025 at 5:30pm

Where: Deer Path Inn, 255 E. Illinois Rd., Lake Forest

What: Annual Lake Dems Presidents Day Reception with Keynote Speaker Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. Twice elected Governor as a Democrat in the red state of Kentucky, Andy Beshear is the incoming Chair of the national Democratic Governors Association (DGA). He's also the former Attorney General of Kentucky. Governor Beshear has been called "a rising star" of the Democratic Party by The Washington Post, and in 2024 he was named to the "TIME100 Next" list of emerging leaders shaping the future and defining the next generation. Your contribution supports the Lake County Democrats' ongoing work. Register here.


02/18/2025: 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!


02/18/2025: 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.


02/18/2025: 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.


02/19/2025: 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.


02/19/2025: Wauconda Township Democrats February Meeting

When: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00pm


Where:  Online via Zoom

What:  Wauconda Township Democrats will discuss the upcoming municipal election. Local candidates are scheduled to attend.




02/20/2025: 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.


02/22/2025: 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.


02/22/2025: 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.


02/22/2025: 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 with Elon Protest in the subject line. Open to Democrats.


02/22/2025: 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.


02/23/2025: Brushwood Center Exhibition, “Singularity is a Forest”

When: January through February 23, 2025 from 10:00am to 3:00pm

Where: Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods

What: "Singularity is a Forest" is an exhibition of photography and poetry by Mexico City artist Álvaro Alejandro López. For questions, contact Parker Nelson at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org.


03/07/2025: 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.


03/08/2025: 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.


03/09/2025: 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.


03/09/2025: 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.


03/09/2025: 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.)


05/04/2025: 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.


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