Calendar of Events

Join McHenry County Democratic Women for a fun and inspirational afternoon, raising critical funds for local Democratic women candidates. While enjoying a social hour and small plates, you’ll be browsing an amazing collection of bags of all types – all available to win! 

We are especially excited to have Patti Vasquez, a radio personality, comedian, and advocate, as a featured speaker, as well as Illinois State Representative Suzanne Ness of the 66th District.  

Time is running out - get your tickets today!

Details:
Saturday, November 8th |11 am - 2 pm
Oruga Social Events & Banquets
1000 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake

Small Plates | Cash Bar | PURSE & BAG RAFFLE 

Tickets:
$60 members | $75 non-member
Join for member ticket price!  Membership is just $25

To purchase, go to https://secure.actblue.com/donate/pursepower-2025

The Democratic Party of McHenry County posts information on our website about programs and events that are sponsored by or co-sponsored by other organizations and that may be of interest to our members as a service.  DPMC is not a sponsor of this event.

HAPPY HOUR MEET n GREET for PHIL ANDREW FOR CONGRESS

WHEN:   Saturday, November 8th, 2025 -- 3:00 to 5:00 pm
WHERE:  Williams Street Tap, 80 North Williams Street, Crystal Lake

Phil Andrew is heading to Crystal Lake this Saturday—and he’d love for you to join him for a relaxed Happy Hour Meet & Greet at the Williams Street Tap!

This is a great chance to catch up with Phil, hear more about his campaign for Congress in IL-09, and connect with fellow supporters over drinks and good conversation. Whether you’re a longtime friend or just getting to know Phil, all are welcome.

Come raise a glass, ask questions, and be part of the movement for practical, people-first leadership. We hope to see you there!

RSVP on Mobilize, and visit Phil at philandrewforcongress.com or on Facebook.

For more information, please reach out to Clare Budin at [email protected] or 847-840-9487.

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING -- District 9 Conversations

WHEN:  Monday, November 10th, 2025 -- 6:00 to 8:00 pm
WHERE:  Pub 47, 10400 Illinois Route 47, Huntley

If you're a Democrat and live in county board district 9, especially Huntley, this is the place to be.

AGENDA
Come meet your candidates.  Discuss rallies held in McHenry County.  Become a board member for local boards -- help track what's going on.  Please bring your fellow Democrats - let's stick together!

For more information please contact Cathy Johnson, District 9 Chair, at [email protected].

DISTRICTS 8 & 9 DEMOCRATIC ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION - MARENGO

Crafted especially for Democratic Voters in Marengo, Seneca, Coral, Riley and Grafton Townships.

WHEN:  Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE:  Joe's Place - Upstairs Room, 19716 East Grant Highway, Marengo

Note our new location!  Please walk straight ahead to the order counter to order drink or food, then go back out to the lobby and take the stairs or elevator upstairs.

Cheer about all the rallies held in McHenry County, all the phone calls made to lawmakers, all the candy donated by YOU for the parades!

Become a Board Watcher for all local boards so we become aware of the issues and who is making decisions. Because of the death of local journalism, this is a necessary position to keep our democracy.

Write postcards to orphan precincts to help “Couch Dems” get active.

Talk about how to talk to independent or cross-over voters. Discuss news silos, facts, common ground, their important issues. We will discuss how we can help our fellow Democrats to stay strong and determined in this time of chaos.

Please bring your fellow Democrats, especially someone who is sitting at home alone and worried—we need to stick together!

No Roundtables in Dec, so enjoy the holidays!

For more information please reach out to Pat Lawlor, District 8 Chair, at [email protected] or Cathy Johnson, District 9 Chair, at [email protected].

GAME DAY WITH MARIA:  SECOND ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF FUNDRAISER

WHEN:  Sunday, November 16th, 2025 -- 11:30 am to 3:00 pm
WHERE:  Address provided upon RSVP

Get your tickets here.

Please join Maria Peterson for an afternoon of great food, football, and community.  Bring your Bears spirit and your appetite for a lively Chili Cook-Off, and watch the game with friends, neighbors, and supporters.

Tickets:  $35 per person, $50 per family

Your contribution helps fuel Maria's campaign for change, and you'll enjoy a fun, family-friendly afternoon.  Come for the chili, stay for the camaraderie, and help cheer our campaign to victory.

Visit Maria at mariafor52.com or on Facebook.

For more information please reach out to Matthew Palubin, [email protected] or 708-990-2726.

All Democrats are cordially invited to the November meeting of the Huntley Area Democrats, covering both Kane and McHenry Counties.

WHEN:  Wednesday November 19th, 2025 -- 1:00 to 3:00 pm
WHERE:  IBEW Hall - Training Hall - 13300 Illinois Route 47, Huntley

Please note the new location.  The IBEW Hall is located in front of the Jewel, just south of the Wendy's, and north of the Taco Bell.  

Donations to the Grafton Food Pantry will be most gratefully accepted.

For more information please reach out to [email protected].

Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, at the "Conference Center" at McHenry County College!

It's the regular monthly meeting of the Democratic Party of McHenry County.  RSVP'ing beforehand is a MUST. 

Join us! Community is how we will persevere and triumph over the next 2 years

NEW TO THE DEMS?  If you are new to our Party or looking to find out more about who we are and what we do, please come 15 minutes early to meet the chair, Ruth Scifo, and get a primer.  If you can't make this meeting, but want to find out more about us, email us at [email protected].

Agenda

• 7:00 p.m. — Doors open 
• 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
• Introductions
  • PC Oath of Office
  • Candidate Introductions
• Chair's Message
  
  • Petition Passing
• Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
  • OPEN POSITIONS 
  • County Board Report 
  • Board Reporter Program
  • District Chair Reports
  • Secretary
  • Fund Development Chair
  • Tech Chair
  • Committees:
    • Communications - Stephanie Gerritsen/Michelle Thimios
    • Parades - Marc Sparber & Labor Liaison
    • Veterans Committee
  • Events
• Announcements -
  • The purpose is to announce events, presentations, and items of interest to Democrats  If you have an idea for a speaker or broader discussion, you must request an addition to the agenda a week before the meeting. Please limit your announcements to 2 minutes.
• 8:30 p.m. — Adjourn

Invite a friend to attend the meeting! Introduce a friend or neighbor to grassroots politics and help us grow the Party.

McHenry County College is located on Route 14, halfway between Woodstock and Crystal Lake. 

Turn in at the traffic light, then turn right and right again to park near the entrance for Building A, the very first building you come to.  Enter the building, walk straight ahead, and you'll find the Conference Center on the left, opposite the library. There's no stairs and everything is fully ADA-compliant.  

Come early and chat, we're always there by 6:30.  Here's a map of MCC.  (If you accidentally parked on the south side, by the Luecht Auditorium or the cafeteria, no matter, just walk around to the left past the gym, up the stairs at the end, turn right and we're there.)

Map of MCC

RAISE A GLASS! (AND SOME FUNDS) FOR MICHELE CLARK

WHEN:   Friday, December 5th, 2025 - 6:00 to 8:00 pm
WHERE:  Scorched Earth Brewing Company, 203 Berg Street, Algonquin

Join us for good brews and even better company as we raise our glasses (and some funds!) to support Michele Clark's campaign for Illinois State Senate in the 33rd district.  Let's toast to progress, community, and the future we're building together. This special night at Scorched Earth Brewing Co. isn't just about great beer, it's about fueling real change. Your support will keep Michele's campaign going strong!

Tickets are $75 per person and include one drink voucher.

Get your tickets here.

Here's the flyer for the event.

Visit Michele on the web at micheleforilsenate.com or on Facebook.

For more info please reach out to [email protected] or (224)212-5033.