Lake County briefs
Boo Bash fundraiser in Lindenhurst
In hopes of raising $15,000 to purchase an allergy sniffing dog for their daughter Kate, the Slobodian family of Lindenhurst is planning a Boo Bash fundraising party from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Hastings Lake YMCA, 1995 Grass Lake Road, Lake Villa. Music, games, raffles, face-painting and more are planned. The 3-year-old girl suffers from life-threatening allergies and has to be monitored constantly. But now, a Colorado-based organization is training dogs to sniff out potentially dangerous substances. The Slobodians hope to purchase one of the service dogs in the coming months. For details, visit ak94kate.com or call (773) 392-4717.
Bird seed sale
The Friends of Volo Bog will hold its annual bird seed sale featuring 11 varieties. Proceeds from the sale helps birds by supporting habitat restoration, education and other activities sponsored by the nonprofit group at Volo Bog. Order forms are available at www.FriendofVoloBog.org, the Volo Bog Visitor Center, or by request at (815) 344-1294. All prepaid orders must be received by 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1. Bird seed may be picked up from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 or from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8. Volo Bog State Natural Area is in Ingleside, west of Route 12 between routes 120 and 134.
Brush pickup in Antioch
Due to the recent high winds, the village of Antioch Public Works Department will conduct a one-time brush pickup in the village. Residents must have brush placed at curbside by 7 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2. The ends of the tree limbs and branches should be pointing to the street. Tree limbs are to be no larger than 4 inches in diameter. Larger sized limbs, tangled brush piles and brush with roots will not be picked up. This is only for storm-related debris. Once crews go down the street, they will not make a return trip. For details, call public works at (847) 395-1881.
Antioch Treat the Streets
The village of Antioch hosts its second annual Treat the Streets event from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, on Main Street, downtown. Local businesses will participate in candy giveaways and games. This is a free event. Kids are encouraged to come in costumes. For details call, (847) 395-2160.