Lake County Submitted Content
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Hike Lake County program beginsAug 18, 2025 1:27 pm - Hit the trails and explore Lake County in a whole new way. The Lake County Forest Preserves’ 27th annual Hike Lake County program invites the public to complete scenic walks at preserves across the county, enjoying fresh air, changing landscapes and the many health benefits of time outdoors.
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CAC welcomes Dora, Therapy-Dog-in-TrainingAug 18, 2025 12:14 pm - Thanks to a new community partner, SOUL Harbour Ranch, Children’s Advocacy Center has their first four-legged employee.
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CLC Foundation invites community to support student scholarships at annual Golf ClassicAug 18, 2025 11:38 am - The College of Lake County Foundation invites community members, businesses and civic leaders to participate in the 2025 Scholarship Golf Classic, a signature fundraising event dedicated to empowering local students through scholarship support.
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Let It Be Us wins $750K DCFS contract for foster care adoptionsAug 15, 2025 7:16 pm - Let It Be Us, a nonprofit for foster care and adoption, awarded $750,000 by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to enhance adoption rates.
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‘Celebrate the Women’s Vote’ with a fun fair on Woodstock SquareAug 13, 2025 11:08 pm - On Sunday, Aug. 17, “Celebrate the Women’s Vote!” will mark the 105th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which recognized the right of women to vote. Hosted by the McHenry County Chapter of the League of Women Voters and the McHenry County Historical Society, this free, family-friendly fun fair will be held on the historic Woodstock Square.
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2025 Buffalo Grove Community Pageant names QueensAug 13, 2025 3:07 pm - Buffalo Grove welcomed the 2025 Buffalo Grove Community Pageant Queens on Sunday, Aug. 10.
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Mundelein School Board adjusts school calendar during high school constructionAug 13, 2025 3:00 pm - In an effort to allow for construction at Mundelein High School to proceed as effectively as possible, the District 120 School Board on Aug. 12 adjusted the school year calendar for the next two years.
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$62K grant supports library catalog upgradeAug 13, 2025 2:54 pm - Vernon Area Public Library District has received a $62,000 grant from the Reaching Across Illinois Library System to support a major upgrade that will make borrowing faster, easier and more convenient for cardholders.
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Waukegan Park District to host 25th annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music FestivalAug 13, 2025 12:21 pm - The Waukegan Park District will host the 25th annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, at Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan.
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Long Grove Irish Days returns with music, pop-up pub, dog contestAug 13, 2025 11:39 am - Irish Days returns to Long Grove for a spirited weekend of music, dancing, food, and family fun. New this year are extended fest hours, evening entertainment, and a pop-up pub.