Lake County Submitted Content
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Almost Home Foundation’s Strays to Stars Concert to be held Sept. 17 at Kelsey Road HouseSep 10, 2025 1:47 pm - Almost Home Foundation will hold their second annual Strays to Stars Concert, featuring the songs of Tony Ocean. The event will take place from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Kelsey Road House, at 352 Kelsey Road, in Lake Barrington.
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Historical society celebrates 80th anniversary of VE Day with Victory DanceSep 10, 2025 1:17 pm - The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum invites the community to a special Victory Dance on Saturday, Sept. 13, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
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Fall Flavor Fest at Smokin’ Deal BBQ features tastes, demos, industry prosSep 10, 2025 11:34 am - A Barbecue Hall of Famer who is also a best-selling author. A grilling enthusiast with more than 3.5 million social media followers and his own line of rubs and seasonings. A certified pizzaiolo, who is the corporate chef for Lakeview Appliance Distributing. Visitors will find all three at the Fall Flavor Fest from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at Smokin’ Deal BBQ in Vernon Hills.
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Local nonprofit marks 12 million hygiene products distributed, 15 years of service and expansion into Kane CountySep 10, 2025 11:17 am - As communities across the country recognize National Diaper Need Awareness Week Sept. 15-21, local nonprofit Keeping Families Covered is marking a series of major milestones in the fight against hygiene insecurity.
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Round Lake Area Park District Day of the Dead 5K on Nov. 1Sep 08, 2025 5:36 pm - Get your running shoes ready for the Day of the Dead 5K on Saturday, Nov. 1, at Sports Center Park, 2004 Municipal Way, Round Lake.
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Paris internship adds new thread to CLC student’s fashion journeySep 08, 2025 4:08 pm - For Anthony Guzman, who has been running his own clothing brand since 2020, studying abroad made it a dream come true.
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Dine, dance and discover Lake Zurich at Rock the BlockSep 08, 2025 12:06 pm - The Village of Lake Zurich has announced the return of its popular downtown block party, Rock The Block, from 5-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13.
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Saint Viator athletes take their game to the next levelSep 04, 2025 1:37 am - Saint Viator High School graduates who will play sports in college reflect on the ways the high school prepared them.
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From clay to canvas: Art brings Harper College students’ stories to president’s officeSep 03, 2025 12:13 pm - Harper College President Dr. Avis Proctor has selected student artwork to hang on the wall outside her office. The works selected explore themes of family and community.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank announces initiatives for Hunger Action MonthSep 03, 2025 12:02 pm - This Hunger Action Month, Northern Illinois Food Bank aims to raise hunger awareness with a football fundraising competition, donut shop donation drive, volunteering opportunities, "Go Orange" day, and virtual food drives.