Visitors brave the heat as Lake County Fair opens; ‘Where memories are made and community roots grow deeper’
As many as 100,000 people are expected to attend the fair, which runs through Sunday.
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Christmas in July celebrated at Blarney Island in Antioch; ‘Any opportunity to celebrate Christmas for us is the best’
Adults took photos of their children visiting with Santa.
Vernon Hills Days 2025 opens: ‘It’s home and it’s so fun to be able to provide an event like this for the community’
Cooler temperatures opened the four consecutive dates of Vernon Hills Days in Vernon Hills at Century Park. The Thursday night opener on June 17 offered golden hour lighting before evening...
Dog Days event draws thousands of people, hundreds of hounds; ‘It acknowledges how great our furry friends are’
The event’s fundraising goal was to net $11,000.
Highland Park celebrates July 4 with return of a remembrance ceremony and parade
This year’s July 4 events in Highland Park included the return of a morning indoor remembrance ceremony, held this time at The Moraine (1201 Park Ave. W), and the 11...
Long Grove’s Annual Strawberry Fest sees romance with strawberry-infused cups of comfort
It was indeed the summer of love at Long Grove’s signature Strawberry Fest this year.
‘Our future is bright’ Grayslake’s Juneteenth A Celebration of Freedom Walk 2025
More than 200 people took part in this year’s annual Juneteenth A Celebration of Freedom Walk on June 19 in Grayslake.
‘We’re here for Libertyville’ Libertyville Days Parade 2025
Approximately 85 entries traveled south on Milwaukee Avenue during this year’s Libertyville Days Parade on Saturday, June 14.
‘People need the calm’ Arts on Sheridan festival attracts art lovers and No Kings protest attendees
Thousands of people visited the new Arts on Sheridan festival in the Sheridan Road and Central Avenue historic district over two consecutive weekend event days starting June 14.
Thousands turnout for Grayslake wine, art and performance event; ‘We’re showcasing our town’
The Grayslake Chamber of Commerce presented the event, which featured 34 booths and food available for purchase.