Lake Co. public service
Events where participation would benefit the public, such as volunteer events, social service clubs, call for donations to military, blood drives, bone marrow drives, food pantry drive, people who are giving away food, etc. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
Aug. 27
Condell's New Life Center Tour: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 27 and Sept. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Tour the new life center and see an overview of services. Expectant mothers can register for delivery during this class. Tour is free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Blood Drive: 3:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, The Landings at Amhurst Lake clubhouse, 1375 S. White Oak Drive, Waukegan. Community blood drive. Donors must be in good health, at least 17, weigh no less than 110 pounds and present a valid photo I.D. All donors will receive a coupon for one free pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended; call (847) 785-1500, ext. 0, or visit www.heartlandbc.org.
Child Safety Seat Check: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, Walmart, 4000 Highway 173, Zion. The Lake County Coroner's Office will be partnering with the Lake County Sheriff's Office, Zion Police Department, and Safe Kids Chicago to conduct free child safety seat checks. Technicians will be on hand to assist families with the installation of their child safety seats.
Sept. 2
Lindenhurst Cub Scouts Rally: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 2, St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1822 E. Grand Ave, Lindenhurst. Boys entering grades 1-5 are invited to Lindenhurst Pack 84's rally for fall membership, with an ice cream social, games and a presentation about Cub Scouts. For information, a registration packet, or to RSVP, e-mail Cub Master Steve Berna, at bernasinil@comcast.net, or Committee Chair Randee Elsing, at elsing5@att.net. Visit orgsites.com/il/pack84.
Sept. 3
Lifesource Blood Drive: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, Condell's Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Donors ages 17 and older with identification are welcome to donate blood. Call (847) 990-5170.
May Whitney Rummage Sale: Donations accepted 8:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, or 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, May Whitney Elementary School, 100 Church St., Lake Zurich. Donate outgrown children's clothes, toys and books for a sale to be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the school to benefit the May Whitney PTO.
Sept. 4
Condell's New Life Center Tour: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Tour the new life center and see an overview of services. Expectant mothers can register for delivery during this class. Tour is free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Sept. 5
Blood Drive: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove. The village of Buffalo Grove is coordinating a community blood drive; donate blood and get coupons for ice cream from Baskin Robbins or Culvers of Buffalo Grove. Walk-ins are welcome, or call (877) 543-3768 to schedule an appointment.
Sept. 8
Open Meetings Act tele-institute: Reservation deadline Tuesday, Sept. 8 for event 2-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept 10, University of Illinois Extension, Lake Country office, 100 S. Highway 45, Grayslake. Michael Luke, senior assistant attorney general, will discuss the changes to the Opening Meeting Act that will be coming Jan. 1, 2010. Call (847) 223-8627.
Sept. 10
May Whitney Rummage Sale: Donations accepted 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, May Whitney Elementary School, 100 Church St., Lake Zurich. Donate outgrown children's clothes, toys and books for a sale to be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the school to benefit the May Whitney PTO.
Sept. 12
Clothes for the needy: 9-11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month, St. Andrew Episcopal Church's Elijah's Mantle for Children in Need community service project, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake. Clothing in sizes ranging from infant to size 16 boys and girls is available. Next dates are: Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. There is no cost. Donations of gently-used children's clothing in good condition are always welcome. standrewsgrayslake.org or (847) 223-2310.
Sept. 13
Haunted Nature Trail volunteers needed: Planning sessions will be held 1-3 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 13 and 27, Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Volo Bog State Natural Area seeks up to 10 volunteers to participate in the site's Haunted Nature Trail to be held from 5-6:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. The ideal candidate is an outgoing and creative theater and performance minded person at least 16 years old. Each volunteer will be asked to develop his or her own personality and costume that is appropriate for entertaining families that may include young children. To apply and register for the planning sessions, call (815) 344-1294.
Sept. 19
Child Car Seat Safety Inspection: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, Condell Day Center parking lot, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Make sure infant car seats or toddler booster seats are installed correctly. Free. For information, call (847) 990-5295.
Sept. 21
Look Good, Feel Better: 4-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, Condell Day center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Women who are undergoing cancer treatments will experience positive ways to enhance appearance and self-esteem. This meeting is free. For information, call (847) 990-5818
Ongoing
Business/Craft Expo: The Mundelein Park District is looking for exhibitors for its Business and Craft Expo to be held 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Exhibit cost is $40, and includes an 8-foot table, tablecloth, business sign, and electricity if needed. Admission to the expo will be free to the public. To register, call Nora, at (847) 566-0650, ext. 28.
Community Protestant Church Rummage sale: Rummage sale donations can be dropped off during the daytime Mondays through Thursdays Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ, 418 N. Prairie Ave., Mundelein., for sale on Friday, Aug. 28, and Saturday, Aug. 29. The church is accepting clothing, household items, furniture, tools, books, art work and kids items. For details, call (847) 566-4000.
Boy Scout Troop 275: 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday, Community Church of Round Lake, 217 Goodnow Blvd., Round Lake. Troop 275 participates in monthly camp outs, service projects and adventure activities. Open to boys ages 11-17. Call (847) 715-6511 or e-mail inthecourt@sbcglobal.com.
Volunteers Gardeners sought: Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Volo Bog's Volunteer Gardeners are adults who devote 1-3 hours per week to pulling weeds, watering, transplanting seedlings and collecting and scattering seeds. The season runs from mid spring, when the volunteers gather for cleanup burns, through late fall of each year. To obtain a volunteer application or set up an interview, or for information, call Natural Resources Education Coordinator Stacy Iwanicki, at (815) 344-1294.
Tree and bench donations: The Vernon Hills Park District offers residents and neighbors the opportunity to honor a special person or commemorate an event by donating a tree or bench in a district park. Trees range from $225-$475 depending on the species selected, and can be personalized with a bronze plaque, which is sold at cost. Benches may be purchased for donation at a cost of $700, and personalized with a bronze plaque. Prices for plaques start at $70. The Tree & Bench Donation order form can be found online at vhparkdistrict.org or at the Park District Community Centers. For more information, call Cheryl Baron, at (847) 996-6933.
Pooch Pantry: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Lake County Animal Control, 29278 N. Highway 83, Mundelein. Accepting donations of dry and canned dog and cat food, treats and domestic bird food; gift cards for PetSmart, Petco, and Pet Supplies Plus; cat litter; resealable plastic bags; and pet welfare goods such as bowls and toys. The Pooch Pantry will be open for families in need from 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. For information, call (847) 566-1960.
Eli Skinner Chapter, NSDAR: The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is seeking volunteers to make wool caps for the troops stationed in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo and South Korea. Wool head covering which can be worn under the Kevlar helmet provides warmth to the head and neck, but does not restrict vision. Patterns are available at www.geocities.com/helmetliner. For details, contact helmetliner@hotmail.com or P.O. Box 236, Auburn, IL 62615.
Electronics recycling: 8 a.m. to noon, the first Saturday of each month, Wauconda Township Highway Department, at 505 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda. All Wauconda Township residents are invited to bring in electronic recyclables. Items accepted include computers and computer components, video games, televisions, VCR/DVD players, cameras, radios and accessories, phones, and more. For more information call the Township Office at (847) 526-2631.
Allendale Association: A not-for-profit children's facility in Lake Villa, looking for qualified volunteers to work directly with children or on other projects. Help a child develop positive relationships with adults, share gardening knowledge in the vocational horticultural center, evaluate a student's Individual Education Plans and meet with the child's therapeutic team, work in the thrift store, or help in other ways. To learn more, visit www.allendale4kids.org.
Knit or crochet for babies: The Waukegan Area Branch of American Association of University Women is looking for people to knit or crochet baby hats for babies born at Vista Medical Center East. Call (847) 244-7926.
Avon Township Food Pantry: Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Drop off packaged and canned food items. This is an ongoing, year-round collection. For information, call (847) 223-5313.
Recycle Printer or Copier cartridges: Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Drop off any printer (inkjet or laser) or copier cartridges for recycling. For information, call (847) 223-5313.
Beth Am Food Pantry: Food distribution takes place from 12:30-2 p.m. on the last Sunday of the month at 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Nonperishable food donations are always welcome. (847) 459-1677.
Paper drive: 9:30-10 a.m. and 11 a.m. the third Sunday of each month, Grace Lutheran Church, 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. Church youth will man the church recycling bin to assist with the unloading of cars. The bin is in place every day. For information, visit aboutgracelutheran.org/paperdrive.html or call (847) 367-7050.