Kids can join police for lunch

On April 11 and 18, the Lake in the Hills Police Department will host its Lunch with a Cop program from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lake in the Hills Police Department's Safety Educational Center, 1109 Crystal Lake Road.

The lunch will include pizza, a puppet show and safety tips.

The program is free. It is an excellent opportunity for young children to realize that the police are their friends and someone they should come to for help.

For details or reservations, call the police department at (847) 658-5676.