Lake Co. pets 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. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
Dec. 19
All Creatures Fundraiser: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, All Creatures Animal Hospital. 1210 E. Route 22, Lake Zurich. Have pets' pictures taken with Santa. The cost is cat or dog food for the Fremont Township Food Pantry or a $5 donation for the Canine Cancer Campaign.
Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claws: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 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.
Environmental Scene Investigation: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20, Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington. Follow tracks, examine droppings, listen to animal sounds and see if you can solve these indoor mysteries. Free. (847) 381-6592.
Restoration volunteers: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, Citizen for Conservation headquarters, 459 W. Highway 22, Lake Barrington. Brush cutting workdays. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes or boots and bring work gloves. For information, call CFC, (847) 382-7283.
Dec. 20
Bundles and Bark: 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, Crabtree Nature Center, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, 3 Stover Road, Barrington. Learn how to identify trees without their leaves. Free. (847) 381-6592.
Dec. 21
St. Nick's Pet Pics: 6-9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Northbrook Court Santa's Village, lower level, near Neiman Marcus. Bring pets in for a photo with St. Nick.
Dec. 27
Who-o-o-o's Out There?: 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27, Crabtree Nature Center, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, 3 Stover Road, Barrington. Discover the world of owls in their natural settings. Meet the newly acquired Screech owl, examine owl pellets. Register at (847) 381-6592.
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
Jan. 5
Garden Club of Lake Zurich: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 22480 Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Shirley Remes, a field editor for Better Homes and Gardens magazine presents, "Garden Rooms Without Walls." Guests welcome. (847) 550-0329.
Four Seasons Garden Club: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. Call Alena, (847) 438-3981or alenagust@comcast.net.
Jan. 6
Field and Flower Garden Club of Barrington: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan.6, in a member's home. Program will feature "Costa Rica - a Tropical Paradise," presented by Joyce Ann Basel. Guests welcome. For information, (847) 382-1869.
Jan. 7
South Barrington Garden Club: Thursday, Jan. 7, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. David Brooks presents, "Backyard Birds and Bird Feeding." Anita, (847) 277-7151.
Jan. 8
Chicago Muskie Show: Noon-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, Harper College, Roselle and Algonquin roads, Palatine. $20 three-day pass, free for children under 13. Tickets at the door. (847) 328-6200 or chicagomuskieshow.com.
Jan. 11
Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club meets: Monday, Jan. 11, 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 information, call Ivy, (847) 800-5000.
Jan. 13
Wheeling Garden Club: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Chris (847) 537-8642.
Ongoing
Christmas Tree Sale: 4-9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, through Dec. 23, 472-482 W. Liberty Plaza on Route 176, Wauconda. Boy Scout Troop 90 will hold a Christmas tree sale.
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.