Island Lake Lifestyle
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Tree of Life UU Congregation to host Karaoke for CampersJul 01, 2025 11:43 pm - Sing your heart out at Tree of Life's karaoke night on July 19 and support Compassion for Campers' efforts to supply the homeless and housing insecure in McHenry County.
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Beat the heat at these suburban beaches this summerJul 01, 2025 12:59 pm - From Batavia to Zion, this list features some of the top beaches in northern Illinois for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, and more family fun activities this summer.
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The kids are alright: Lake County’s piping plover chicks nearing key milestoneJun 25, 2025 4:14 pm - While challenges lie ahead for three piping plover chicks hatched last week along Lake Michigan in Waukegan, the kids are doing alright, dedicated observers say.
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Biking popularity surges with infrastructure improvements, events, clubsMay 28, 2025 8:13 am - Illinois has improved its bike safety and infrastructure since 2020, with more counties and municipalities adopting bike/ped plans. But fatalities remain high, indicating more focus on safety is needed.
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Garden Walk 2025 offers self-guided tours in McHenry CountyMay 21, 2025 2:36 pm - Tour eight gardens and get tips from Master Gardeners at Garden Walk 2025, set for July 12 in McHenry County.
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Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer FunMay 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.
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‘How do they do it?’: Endangered piping plovers return to the same spot in Waukegan for a second yearMay 14, 2025 6:44 am - A beloved shorebird couple recently reunited at a private beach along Lake Michigan in Waukegan, completing a remarkable journey for a second consecutive year.
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‘Beyond the music room’: Vernon Hills High director of bands to retire after 26 yearsMay 12, 2025 12:23 pm - As the only director of bands at Vernon Hills High School since it opened in 1999, Randy Sundell has influenced generations of young musicians and snared numerous awards and honors for himself and the program.
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‘He’s got the right heart’: McHenry County Catholics celebrate new, Chicago-born popeMay 10, 2025 2:33 pm - McHenry County-area Catholics were eager to learn Thursday of the new pope, Leo XIV, and were thrilled to learn he’s from Chicago.
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Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge to host World Migratory Bird Day events on May 17May 07, 2025 9:40 pm - Friends of Hackmatack Refuge are hosting Migratory Bird Day event on May 17 featuring habitat walks and tips on creating bird-friendly spaces.