Lake Co. animals, plants and nature
Events that involve pets and other animals, plants and nature, such as pet washes, adoption days, nature walks, microchipping, nature photography exhibits, nature tours, bird walks, calls for volunteers for nature-related work days, etc. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Nov. 25
Agility classes: Begins 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, Agility Junkies, 22N073 Pepper Road, Lake Barrington. Class for beginners. (847) 381-2222 or agilityjunkies.com.
Nov. 27
Christmas Tree Sale: 4-9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 27 through Dec. 23, 472-482 W. Liberty Plaza on Route 176, Wauconda. Boy Scout Troop 90 will hold a Christmas tree sale.
Nov. 28
Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claws: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 28 to Dec. 19, The Buddy Foundation, 65 W. Seegers, Arlington Heights. Get holiday pictures taken with the whole family, including pets. Call (847) 290-5806 or visit thebuddyfoundation.org.
Nov. 29
Wing Ding Fling Fest: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, Alumni Club of Schaumburg, 871 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg. The Buddy Foundation's inaugural Wing Ding Fling Championship. For a $25 donation, get two drinks, a buffet, a sampling of wings from area restaurants, and a chance to watch the Bears play the Vikings on the big screen. There will also be an auction and raffle benefiting the shelter's animals. For information about the event, call (847) 397-3100. Visit thebuddyfoundation.org.
Dec. 1
Four Seasons Garden Club: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. Barbara Clayton presents how to help the environment by reducing your carbon footprint and thus conserve the earth's resources. Alena, (847) 438-3981or alenagust@comcast.net.
Festive Florals: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane. Joyce Grattoni teaches participants how to make a holiday arrangement with fresh greens, flowers, berries and bows. Light refreshments and cash bar. Registration deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 1. $32-$35. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Garden Club of Lake Zurich: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 22480 Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. "Top Tens for Zone 5, " presented by Joann Loebel, author and landscape design consultant. Guests welcome. (847) 550-0329.
Dec. 2
Winter Container Garden workshop: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, Knupper Nursery, 1801 N. Rand Road, Palatine. Create an outdoor winter container garden. All materials provided, bring gloves and pruners. $45. Register at (847) 359-1080.
Dec. 5
Winter Container Garden workshop: 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, Knupper Nursery, 1801 N. Rand Road, Palatine. Create an outdoor winter container garden. All materials provided, bring gloves and pruners. $45. Register at (847) 359-1080.
Dec. 6
Yule Log Open House: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, Stillman Nature Center, 33 W. Penny Road, Barrington. Make a festive seasonal decoration our of natural materials. Kids are welcome, but no scout groups. Free for members; $5 per log for nonmembers. For reservations, (847) 428-6957
Dec. 7
Winter Container Garden workshop: 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, Knupper Nursery, 1801 N. Rand Road, Palatine. Create an outdoor winter container garden. All materials provided, bring gloves and pruners. $45. Register at (847) 359-1080.
Dec. 9
Wheeling Garden Club: 7 p.m. The second Wednesday of the month, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Chris (847) 537-8642.
Dec. 10
South Barrington Garden Club Holiday luncheon: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Seville Banquet Center, 700 S. Barrington Road, Streamwood. Lunch program, floral demonstration, silent auction, raffles. $35. Call Anita, (847) 277-7151.
Dec. 12
Santa Paws: 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 12, Palatine Hills Club House, 512 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Bring your furry friend out for a picture with Santa. First-come, first-served basis. $5 per dog. Must register. For information, call Lisa, (847) 991-0333.
Dec. 14
Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club: The second Monday of the month, Reed Turner Nature Center, 3851 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Club offers gardening programs, events, projects and filed trip to all levels of gardeners. For details, call Ivy, (847) 800-5000.
Dec. 19
All Creatures Animal Hospital holiday fundraiser: Noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, 1210 Route 22, Lake Zurich. Have your pet's picture taken with Santa. Bring cat/dog food for the Fremont Township Food Pantry or $5 for the Canine Cancer Campaign.
Jan. 1
New Year's Day walk: 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1, Stillman Nature Center, 33 W. Penny Road, Barrington. Walk along Stillman's trails. Ages 10 and over. Free. (847) 428-6957
Ongoing
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.
Puppy Playtime: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Doggy Day Camp, Inc., 21212 W. Commercial Drive, Mundelein. Puppies 10 weeks to 6 months of age with proof of vaccinations can play with other puppies for free in a safe, off-leash environment. Puppies must be in good health and free from any contagious diseases within the past 30 days. Advance registration is required. For information, call (847) 970-6777 or visit DoggyDayCampInc.com.
Native Seed Gardeners seed drives: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Thursdays and Saturdays and 3:30-5 p.m. Sundays, Citizens for Conservation headquarters, 459 W. Highway 22, Lake Barrington. Volunteers collect seeds from natural populations in the Barrington area. Visit NativeSeedGardeners.org.