Meetings & Socials
This is the place to start getting involved
The Democratic Party of McHenry County meets once a month on the third Wednesday of the month (except for December). We announce details and location of the meetings on this page, and we encourage you to attend. If you do plan to attend a meeting, please RSVP on the meeting details page so we know you are coming. That makes it much faster to get you checked in at the door.
If big meetings are just not your thing, we also have smaller local meetings and activities in each of our six County Board districts. There's plenty to do at the local level, and your District Chair would love to meet you and work with you to support our activities. You can find out more about those events on our County Board pages.
McHenry County Democratic Women's Social Event
McHenry County Democratic Women -- May 2026 Social Event
WHEN: Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 -- 6:00 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: Galati's Hideaway, 800 Feinberg Court, Cary
McHenry County Democratic Women writes: "Join us for McCDW's Social May 12, 2026 - See old friends and make new ones!"
Nibbles & Cash Bar.
$10 donation requested at the door.
Info and RSVP to: [email protected]
Visit McCDW at mccdw.net or on Facebook -- and click here to join.
Central Committee Meeting - May 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, 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
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
District 9 Democratic Roundtable
DISTRICT 9 DEMOCRATIC ROUNDTABLE
Crafted especially for Democratic Voters in Coral, Riley & Grafton Townships
WHEN: Thursday, May 21st, 2026 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: Pub 47, Back Room (to the right), 10400 Illinois Route 47, Huntley
Join the District 9 folks for the sharing of ideas. We meet at a nice little pub that offers food and a variety of beverages. Makes for an enjoyable evening of like-minded discussions.
We will review things that you have seen or done that show Democrats are making strides toward turning McHenry County Blue! Points are awarded if they demonstrate the attitudes of being creative, persistent or fearless!
Anyone is invited....you don't need to be from District 9. Bonus points given for wearing purple to show support our D9 candidate County Board, CHRISTINE HAMM.
Points given for RSVP and much appreciated. Bring a new attendee for double points!
Districts 8 & 9 Hot Dog Picnic
HOT DOG PICNIC FOR DISTRICT 8 & 9 DEMOCRATS
Celebrate our community and join us at Districts 8 & 9's Fifth Annual Hot Dog Picnic.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 - 5:30 until sunset (whatever the weather)
WHERE: Marengo Ridge Conservation Area - Shelter #2 - 2411 Illinois Route 23
A celebration for our neighbors who share our love of democracy, free speech and the Constitution.This is the time to feel the warmth and friendship that we have developed these past few years. Settle in and enjoy the company while we watch the sun set over the Kishwaukee River Valley. It will be a magical time.
Many of our awesome candidates will be attending, and our featured speaker will be Bill McNeese, our Democratic candidate for county clerk.
We'll have hot dogs (both beef and veggie) with buns and all the fixins to make a Chicago dog: ketchup, mustard, pickle & relish, bag of chips, ice cream cup, water. Come hungry!
$10 donation per person requested at the door.
Please RSVP by June 6th -- RSVP is important so we know to expect you.
Here's the flyer for the event.
For more information contact Pat Lawlor at [email protected] or Lynn Mitchell at [email protected].
Central Committee Meeting - June 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, 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.
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
NOW's Juneteenth Celebration
WHEN: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 - 5:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: Cary Area Public Library, 1606 Three Oaks Road, Cary
It's NOW's third year celebrating the power of Juneteenth. Please join the McHenry County chapter (mchenryconow.org) of the National Organization for Women (now.org) for a meaningful celebration of Juneteenth as we honor the legacy of freedom, resilience, and triumph while empowering the next generation of leaders and change makers. It will be free and include a documentary film, discussion and a Taste of Juneteenth.
For more information please contact Regina Rakoncay at [email protected].
Central Committee Meeting - July 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, 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.
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
Central Committee Meeting - September 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, 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.
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
Central Committee Meeting - October 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, 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.
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
Central Committee Meeting - November 2026
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 18th, 2026, 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.
Agenda
- 7:00 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:15 p.m. — Meeting begins
- Introductions
- Candidate Introductions
- Chair's Message
- Reports - Officers/Committees/Districts
- Events
- Communications
- Tech Chair
- District Chair Reports
- 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.)
