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.
An Educator's Forum with Dr. Belcastro
AN EDUCATOR'S FORUM WITH DR. BELCASTRO
WHEN: Monday, July 27th, 2026 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: Woodstock Opera House -- Community Room -- 121 West Van Buren Street -- on the Square
Dr. Bridget Belcastro is our most awesome Democratic candidate for McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools. Bridget writes about this upcoming forum:
"A conversation for educators with educators! Join Dr. Bridget Belcastro for a conversation about our shared future in education. As a fellow educator, I deeply value your perspective. I am eager to listen to your experiences, answer your direct questions, and discuss how the ROE can be a proactive partner in your vital work.
"My goal is simple: to connect, to understand your challenges, and to hear your ideas. Leadership should be grounded in reality! I hope to see you there! Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. Please RSVP. Bring friends!"
Visit Bridget at bridgetbelcastro.com or on Facebook, and contact her at [email protected] or 815-669-0362.
District 9 Democratic Roundtable
DISTRICT 9 DEMOCRATIC ROUNDTABLE
Crafted especially for Democratic Voters in Coral, Riley & Grafton Townships
WHEN: Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 -- 6:30 to 8:00 pm
WHERE: Pub 47, Back Room (to the right), 10400 Illinois Route 47, Huntley
Have you heard about the fun and informative Round Table Meetings? They’re held at local pubs, offering yummy drinks and food for purchase, lively conversation, and a room full of like minded Democrats. These gatherings are packed with invigorating discussions and a great chance to connect. Join us as we work together and enjoy sharing ideas for getting Democrats elected all the way down the ballot. Conveniently located right here in Huntley!
Wear purple to show your support for our D9 candidate County Board, CHRISTINE HAMM.
Info or to get involved? Contact Lynn Mitchell at [email protected].
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.)
