Lake County Submitted Content
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American Place Casino celebrates three years with Back to the 80s eventFeb 11, 2026 4:17 pm - American Place Casino is celebrating three years of gaming, dining and community impact. To honor this milestone, APC is hosting the “Back to the 80s” anniversary party on Saturday, Feb. 21, taking guests back to the era of neon lights, big hair and synth-pop.
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LHS senior earns Girl Scout Gold AwardFeb 11, 2026 2:46 pm - Libertyville High School senior Alyssa Merchant has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award by leading a sustainability project promoting environmental education and water conservation in local schools.
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Silence speaks volumes for VHHS Students at Student Silent Film FestivalFeb 11, 2026 2:30 pm - More than 300 people attended the ninth annual Student Silent Film Festival held on Jan. 28 at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove.
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Three park district employees honored as Employees of the YearFeb 11, 2026 1:27 pm - Mundelein Park & Recreation District proudly honored three exceptional team members as Employees of the Year during its annual Employee Recognition Event held on Feb. 6.
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14th annual Fox River Summit highlights restoration, recreation and researchFeb 11, 2026 11:18 am - The 14th annual Fox River Summit on March 12 features speakers covering topics like restoration, recreation, economic benefits of conservation, research, and action plans for the watershed.
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Who gets in — and who steps aside? Citadel Theatre’s ‘Admissions’ asks the uncomfortable questionsFeb 10, 2026 9:49 pm - Citadel Theatre’s "Admissions" explores the moral dilemma of an admissions officer and her husband, who value diversity but face a choice of using their privilege to help their son gain admission to Yale.
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D128 Foundation dedicates Donor Recognition WallsFeb 09, 2026 12:36 pm - The D128 Foundation for Learning recently hosted a special gathering to honor the donors whose generosity has supported innovative programs and opportunities for Community High School District 128 students.
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Pooches and Smooches pet event Feb. 14 in Long GroveFeb 09, 2026 12:17 pm - Woofie’s of Barrington-Northwest invites local pet lovers to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and its official grand opening, with their four-legged companions at its Pooches and Smooches pet event from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank sets dates for signature 2026 eventsFeb 06, 2026 10:23 pm - Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva unveils its upcoming signature fundraising events for the year. These annual events play a vital role in raising funds and awareness for the organization’s mission to provide nutritious food and resources to neighbors in need.
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Woofie’s of Barrington-Northwest celebrates grand opening with ‘Pooches & Smooches’ event Feb. 14Feb 06, 2026 4:58 pm - Lake Zurich native Karen McGovern opened Woofie's of Barrington-Northwest. The grand opening will be a “Pooches & Smooches” pet event on Saturday, Feb. 14, at Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove.