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The eastern wood-pewee sings on hot summer days, then flies to South America in fall.
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Outdoors column: Migratory bird sings melancholy notes on hot days

July 20, 2023 at 10:48 a.m.

As July wanes and migratory songbirds complete their nesting rituals, many of them vocalize less. However, one plain 6-inch bird that flies all the way from South America to nest...

White blooms sprout from a catalpa tree.

Outdoors column: Uncommon catalpa tree has roots in the region’s history

March 12, 2024 at 12:02 p.m.

My favorite blooms in early July decorate an unusual tree, once commonly found throughout Illinois and other nearby states. It's a catalpa tree that was growing in the backyard when...

Lilies are in bloom at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Things to do July 6-7 in Lake County

July 5, 2023 at 7:14 a.m.

Here are some other events happening from July 7 to 13 in or near Lake County. Calling all cars The annual Scoop Waukegan runs from 5 to 9 p.m. July...

Fireworks are planned for Fourth of July celebrations in Lake County.(

Parades, fireworks, carnivals set for Lake County communities

June 22, 2023 at 3:18 p.m.

Lake County communities are hosting parades, fireworks, live music, carnivals and more to celebrate America's Birthday not only on July 4, but also before and after that date. Families have...

Pale purple coneflower at Moraine Hills State Park.

Outdoors column: Pale purple coneflower beauty rivals that of more well-known cousin

June 21, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.

This week and next could be your last chance this year to see a proliferation of pale purple coneflowers in northern Illinois natural areas. But wait, purple coneflowers bloom in...

Strawberries take center stage at the Long Grove Strawberry Festival held June 23-25.

Things to do June 23-28 in Lake County

June 20, 2023 at 8:11 a.m.

By Sheryl DeVore Here are three events scheduled from June 23-28 in Lake County. The Wayouts perform at concert series As part of the annual outdoor Concert in the Plaza...

The Lake Forest Civic Orchestra performs an outdoor concert June 25 at Gorton Community Center.

Lake Forest Civic Orchestra to perform outdoor concert at Gorton Community Center

June 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

By Sheryl DeVore Lake Forest's answer to Ravinia happens June 25 at the Gorton Community Center outdoors where the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra performs its annual "Gortinia" concert. New to...

Libertyville Days Festival, running June 15-18, features carnival rides and other attractions.

Things to Do in Lake County June 16-22

June 13, 2023 at 11:50 a.m.

By Sheryl DeVore Here are some other events happening from June 16 to June 22 in Lake County. Libertyville Days Festival returns The annual Libertyville Days Festival runs June 15-18...

Photo caption for Tempel Lipizzans story: A Tempel Lipizzan trainer walks the acrobatic horse through the idyllic Tempel Farms.

Lipizzans dance to new tunes at Tempel Farms

June 13, 2023 at 11:43 a.m.

By Sheryl DeVore To celebrate Tempel Farms 65th anniversary this summer, Esther Buonanno, program director for Tempel Lipizzans, worked with a former opera singer and music arranger to create new...

Cruise nights in Lake County feature classic cars including this one seen at a recent event.

Lake County gets revved up for summer cruise nights

June 8, 2023 at 8:29 a.m.

By Sheryl DeVore When Mundelein's Park on Park Cruise Night featuring pre-1973 vehicles opened 23 years ago on select summer evenings, the organizers expected roughly 50 cars. The very first...

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