Fox Lake Lifestyle
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Their garden to your table: Where to find suburban farmers marketsMay 17, 2022 1:00 am - Outdoor farmers markets have already begun in some communities; in others, they will kick off soon. Here's where you can find locally grown vegetables, fresh fruit, bake...
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How suburban colleges are helping students get jobs in growing green economyMay 08, 2022 1:00 am - Programs that train people to install and maintain solar panels, electric car chargers, wind turbines and other skilled green jobs are hard to find at suburban community...
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Loons share their magical sound as loonatics search Lake County for migrating birdApr 27, 2022 11:00 pm - This column has a soundtrack, and you might know the one. Imagine yourself in the North Woods on a summer night, next to a clear, quiet lake. Now listen for the haunting...
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A conversation with Warp Corps' Rob Mutert on homelessness in McHenry CountyApr 26, 2022 11:00 pm - Data gathered during McHenry County's annual Point-in-Time Count of the homeless population was released April 16. The count was held on a chilly evening in February by ...
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The Land Conservancy to host Spring Wildflower Walk in Bull Valley May 7Apr 25, 2022 11:00 pm - The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is hosting a Spring Wildflower Walk on Saturday, May 7. It will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Spring Hollow Nature Preserve in Bull Va...
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Casey farm property near Libertyville to become a collaboration hub for agriculture, food industriesApr 20, 2022 5:00 am - A portion of the Civil War-era Casey family farm north of Libertyville will become part of the region's first campus for agricultural innovation and education. The Farm ...
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Take boater safety course to get ready for summerApr 19, 2022 11:00 pm - America's Boating Course is a premier boat safety course designed for boaters using all types of watercraft. It is a NASBLA approved course that meets the state certific...
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'Seussical the Musical' on stage at GrantApr 19, 2022 1:00 am - It's hard to imagine all of the incredible Dr. Seuss children's storybook characters together, but what better placer to try than Fox Lake? The Grant Community High Scho...
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Earth Day 2022: Celebrate with cleanups, tree planting, hikes, crafts and moreApr 18, 2022 11:00 pm - It's time to show a little love to Mother Nature. Earth Day is Friday, April 22, and Arbor Day follows on April 29. Here are some local events to mark the occasion - an...
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Easter dining 2022: 80+ suburban restaurants offering special brunches, dinnersApr 13, 2022 11:00 pm - What a difference a few years make. With the COVID-19 pandemic ebbing (at least a little for now), suburban restaurants are offering dine-in Easter brunch buffets and lu...