Lake County Submitted Content
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City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago emergency nurse honored with DAISY AwardJun 24, 2026 1:49 pm - City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago, emergency department nurse Gwen McDermott, BSN, RN, has been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Award, an honor celebrating nurses who provide exceptional clinical care and compassion to patients and families.
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Culver’s team members volunteer at Northern Illinois Food Bank, pack 17,000 pounds of foodJun 24, 2026 1:28 pm - When it comes to serving their communities, local Culver’s team members are proving that their commitment extends far beyond the drive-through window.
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Glenview Greek Fest at Sts. Peter & Paul on July 25 and 26Jun 24, 2026 1:10 pm - Sounds of bouzouki music and the enticing aroma of grilled lamb will fill the air at the corner of Wagner Road and Lake Avenue when the Glenview Greek Fest returns to Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church this summer.
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CLC theater presents ‘Jagged Little Pill’Jun 24, 2026 12:53 pm - You oughta know that the emotional whirlwind of “Jagged Little Pill” is about to take the stage! The College of Lake County theater department presents its upcoming production of the acclaimed musical, running on select dates July 17-26 at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss this powerful and thought-provoking theatrical experience.
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Forest preserves director, volunteer earn national honorsJun 24, 2026 12:34 pm - A Lake County Forest Preserves director and volunteer recently received national recognition for their contributions to conservation and public service.
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Midsummer Artisan Market brings local arts and crafts to Lake Zurich breweryJun 22, 2026 9:46 pm - he Midsummer Artisan Market returns to Phase Three Brewing in Lake Zurich on Saturday, June 27, featuring over three dozen local artists and vendors. For the first time, the market expands outdoors along the brewery's side drive.
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The Land Conservancy seeks artists for 18th annual Art of the Land ShowJun 22, 2026 6:56 pm - The Land Conservancy of McHenry County invites artists to submit landscape-inspired works for the 18th annual Art of the Land show Oct. 23-24 at The Starline Factory in Harvard, with artists keeping 70% of sales proceeds.
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Rides, music and fun at Wauconda Fest, June 25-28Jun 22, 2026 11:41 am - Wauconda Fest returns Thursday through Sunday, June 25-28, with rides, live music, food, bingo and more. The festival will be held at Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. Admission is $5 for all four days, cash only.
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Friday Tours highlight conservation solutions for local communitiesJun 19, 2026 9:23 pm - McHenry County hosts educational Friday afternoon workshops showcasing Best Management Practices for sustainable resource management, featuring tours of local projects and expert guidance on implementing cost-saving environmental solutions for communities and facilities.
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Rotary clubs partner with NAMI to create native pollinator garden in McHenry CountyJun 18, 2026 10:55 pm - Local Rotary Clubs partnered with NAMI to transform an unattractive building entrance into a native pollinator garden featuring over 300 plants. The project, completed during June 6-12, aims to support monarch butterflies.