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LAKE FOREST/LAKE BLUFF COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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Food Stock
Time:
12:00am - 7:30pm
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Sponsored by C.O.O.L. Food Pantry on the Lake Bluff Village Green
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Art Fair On The Square
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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The Deer Path Art League's 53rd Art Fair On The Square will be held in beautiful, historic Market Square at Deer Path and Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL. The outdoor, juried event features the original work of over 200 artists.
Admission is free. For more information, call 847-234-3743 or e-mail deerpathgallery@mcleodusa.net.
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LF-LB Artisan Guild Show
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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"Artisans for CROYA" showcasing local artisans and friends to support our community organization for young adults.
Sponsored by Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, featuring Junior Savings Club hands-on art project tables for children.
Lake Forest Bank & Trust courtyard, Bank Lane and Westminster in Lake Forest. Call for information: 847-744-9118.
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Labor Day
Art Fair On The Square
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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The Deer Path Art League's 53rd Art Fair On The Square will be held in beautiful, historic Market Square at Deer Path and Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL. The outdoor, juried event features the original work of over 200 artists.
Admission is free. For more information, call 847-234-3743 or e-mail deerpathgallery@mcleodusa.net.
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LF-LB Artisan Guild Show
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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"Artisans for CROYA" showcasing local artisans and friends to support our community organization for young adults.
Sponsored by Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, featuring Junior Savings Club hands-on art project tables for children.
Lake Forest Bank & Trust courtyard, Bank Lane and Westminster in Lake Forest. Call for information: 847-744-9118.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Volunteer Restoration Workday
Time:
9:00am - 12:00am
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Skokie Valley Nature Preserve
Volunteer workdays are a terrific way to learn about the natural areas of Lake Forest while helping out with some much-needed restoration. Please wear tough clothing and appropriate footwear. Work gloves will be supplied. For more information about this or other volunteer workdays, call 847-707-9878.
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Antiques & Treasures in the Field
Time:
9:00am - 4:00pm
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The Lake Forest Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago will sponsor this event at Deer Path Middle School, 95 W. Deerpath, Lake Forest (15 minutes from the Wisconsin border, 30 minutes from downtown Chicago). Over 50 quality Midwest antique dealers will be featured as well as the ever-popular Treasures Tent, brimming with unique items from Lake Forest homes and estates.
Admission is $6, children under 12 free. For further information, call 847-234-1109 or email LFAntiqueSale@aol.com.
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LEAD Program
Time:
9:45am - 11:00am
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Saying Yes to No presented by Carol Moss, LCSW
Ever have trouble saying "No" to your kids, even when you know you should? Learn from this parenting specialist how to set loving limits and stick by them. Find out, too, why boundaries are better for your children (and you) in the long run. For parents of children grades K-12.
Gorton Community Center's 1861 Room (Second floor), 400 E. Illinois Road in Lake Forest. For more information, contact LEAD at 847-295-9075 or visit www.LEADweb.org.
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Remembrance Ceremony
Time:
9:00am - 9:30am
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The Lake Forest Fire and Police Departments will be performing a Remembrance Ceremony to commemorate fallen comrades at 0900 to 0930 in Market Square on the 6th Anniversary of the terrorist attacks September 11, 2001.
The 9/11 Community Remembrance provides us with the opportunity to recognize the many instances of heroism, bravery and generosity which have reflected back so strongly on all Americans since that day. A salute to our community leaders, civic officials, military personnel, firefighters, law enforcement, public works, park district, and citizens alike.
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Rosh Hashanah
East Lake Academy Golf Outing
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On the morning of September 14, 2007, East Lake Academy will hold its sixth annual golf outing at the Deerpath Golf Course in Lake Forest. The shotgun event starts at 8 a.m. and features former Michigan State and Chicago Bears linebacker, Jim Morrissey.
The golf registration fee is $200 per person, while foursomes may register for $700. The fee includes greens fees and cart, breakfast, lunch, awards and prizes, including a hole-in-one car (Volvo XC90 SUV) from Fields Auto Group, $1200 of gift cards from Abt Electronics for the wininng foursome, discount certificates from C&M Auto and more. Golfers of all abilities are welcome; however, the field is limited to 80 players.
The event helps to maintain East Lake's commitment to a strong academic and character formation program for students from communities throughout Lake and northern Cook counties. Currently, East Lake offers a pre-Kindergarten program for three and four year olds through grade six. This event will raise funds for educational equipment, extracurricular activities, scholarships and operating expenses for one of the fastest growing Catholic schools in the Chicago area.
If you would like more information about East Lake Academy or the golf outing, please check out the website at www.eastlakeacademy.org or call 847-247-0035.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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LF Library Book Sale
Time:
9:00am - 6:00pm
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Friends of Lake Forest Library Book Sale at West Park in Lake Forest. For more information, call 847-234-0636.
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LF Open Lands
Time:
7:00pm - 8:15pm
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Follow the elusive fox and discover clues into his life. Our nocturnal trek will lead us to Fox Glen and the discovery of a hidden surprise. Settle around the fire for refreshments and fox stories. This program will be held at the Lockhart Family Nature Center and is suggested for families.
Members $15 per family of three, $5 each additional person
Non-members $25 per family of three, $8 each additional person
For more information or to register, call 847-482-1928.
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Antiques on the Green
Time:
9:30am - 5:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green
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LF Library Book Sale
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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Friends of Lake Forest Library Book Sale at West Park in Lake Forest. For more information, call 847-234-0636.
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LF Library Book Sale
Time:
11:00am - 5:00pm
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Friends of Lake Forest Library Book Sale at West Park in Lake Forest. For more information, call 847-234-0636.
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John Gill & Concert
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Winner of Parent's Choice Awards for his recordings and honored with the Notable Children's Recording Award by the American Library Association, Jim Gill is a child development specialist with 20 years of experience. This concert is the perfect outing for preschool classes and for a special time together for a preschooler and parent.
Times: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Cost: $6 for one child or one adult; $60 for 10 children and one adult.
For more information, contact Gorton Community Center at 847-234-6060.
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LF Squash Court Dedication Tournament
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On Saturday, September 22, Lake Forest Squash will dedicate two additional converted courts located at 400 Hastings Road in Lake Forest doubling current playing capacity. Funding for the construction project, completed over the summer months, was provided solely through patron donations. Lake Forest Squash is the nation's only public squash program, affiliated with the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department, and is open to all.
A sanctioned tournament will run in conjunction with Saturday's dedication activities through the weekend, September 21-23. Junior and adult players may register for the pre-season warm up event at www.LFRec.com.
Court dedication activities will include a pro exhbition featuring US national team member and naturalized American pro Michael Puertas, a referee clinic, production demonstrations and raffle prizes. For further information on the weekend's activities, log onto www.lakeforestlibrary.org/lfsquash.html or contact Kim Tunney, Racquet Director, at 847-604-7080 or kstunney@yahoo.com with questions.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Yom Kippur
LF Squash Court Dedication Tournament
Time:
3:00pm
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Lake Forest Squash will dedicate two additional converted courts located at 400 Hastings Road in Lake Forest doubling current playing capacity. Funding for the construction project, completed over the summer months, was provided solely through patron donations. Lake Forest Squash is the nation's only public squash program, affiliated with the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department, and is open to all.
A sanctioned tournament will run in conjunction with Saturday's dedication activities through the weekend, September 21-23. Junior and adult players may register for the pre-season warm up event at www.LFRec.com.
Court dedication activities will include a pro exhbition featuring US national team member and naturalized American pro Michael Puertas, a referee clinic, production demonstrations and raffle prizes. For further information on the weekend's activities, log onto www.lakeforestlibrary.org/lfsquash.html or contact Kim Tunney, Racquet Director, at 847-604-7080 or kstunney@yahoo.com with questions.
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LF Squash Court Dedication Tournament
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On Saturday, September 22, Lake Forest Squash dedicated two additional converted courts located at 400 Hastings Road in Lake Forest doubling current playing capacity. Funding for the construction project, completed over the summer months, was provided solely through patron donations. Lake Forest Squash is the nation's only public squash program, affiliated with the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department, and is open to all.
A sanctioned tournament will run in conjunction with Saturday's dedication activities through the weekend, September 21-23. Junior and adult players may register for the pre-season warm up event at www.LFRec.com.
Court dedication activities will include a pro exhbition featuring US national team member and naturalized American pro Michael Puertas, a referee clinic, production demonstrations and raffle prizes. For further information on the weekend's activities, log onto www.lakeforestlibrary.org/lfsquash.html or contact Kim Tunney, Racquet Director, at 847-604-7080 or kstunney@yahoo.com with questions.
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LB Walking Tour
Time:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join the Vliet Center for an uptown Lake Bluff Historic District Walking Tour, followed by a reception at the Vliet Museum. The train station, Village Hall, Village Green, Village Market, Griffith Building (Gary Lawrence Interiors) and Sankey Building - Merchants Block (Holly's Restaurant) are included in the District Walking Tour. Cost: free.
For more information, contact the Vliet Museum of Lake Bluff History at 847-482-1571 or visit www.lakebluffhistory.org.
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North Suburban Symphony
Time:
4:00pm
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"New Beginnings" Gala Concert and Fundraiser featuring a pre-concert chat with Ron Arden, Music Director and Conductor ... performances by artists from the symphony ... and a wine and cheese reception.
North Suburban Symphony is an orchestra of community minded musicians dedicated to serving Lake County in association with the Lake Bluff Park District.
The concert is held at Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest. For a brochure or to purchase tickets, call 847-234-4150 or visit www.northsubsymphony.org.
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Employer Workshop
Time:
8:00am - 10:00am
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Hire the Best for Praises, Raises, Promotions & Profits
Presented by Don Paullin, Principal & President Hiring Firing Experts, Inc.
Presentation: A 60 minute interactive Keynote to Owners, CEO's and Hiring Managers. This is a "Managers, Leaders and Hiring Executives must" presentation and a fun learning experience.
Hosted by Round Lake Chamber of Commerce at Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach (North of the Hook Drive & Mallard Creek intersection) .
7:30 am Check-In/Refreshments; Workshop 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Attendance is limited. RSVP required. Name of company, name of person attending, phone and fax number by September 24th via: email to Kathleen.McCain@illinois.gov; phone 847-543-7475; or fax 847-543-7465; Attention: Kathleen McCain, Job Center of Lake County.
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LF-LB Historical Society Luncheon
Time:
11:30am
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"Gatsby's Girl Returns!" benefit luncheon for the LF-LB Historical Society at Shoreacres in Lake Bluff. For more information call 847-234-5253 or visit www.lflbhistory.org.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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YWCA Lake County
Time:
9:00am
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The YWCA Lake County proudly announces Editorial Director of Essence Magazine, Susan L. Taylor, as luncheon keynote speaker for the 2007 Circle of Women Fundraiser at the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore, 510 E. Route 83 in Mundelein. Taylor will be giving her presentation, "A New Vision for Women: Healing and Empowering Ourselves". The YWCA has expanded the Circle of Women event to include a free symposium in the morning followed by a mega networking session and then the luncheon with Taylor as keynote speaker. Ms. Taylor will stay following the luncheon for book sales and autographs. The educational symposium, "Discovering Your Vision of Financial Independence" will include an interactive discussion with a panel of experts consisting of a personal coach, psychologist, credit specialist, and financial experts.
Early registration is recommended due to limited seating. While the symposium and networking sessions are free, the luncheon cost is $100. For more information on becoming a sponsor or to register please contact Marketing and Development Director Debbie Larker at 847-662-4247 ext. 102 or visit www.ywcalakecounty.org and click on upcoming evnets, Circle of Women 2007.
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LF Open Lands
Time:
9:00am - 12:00pm
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This class is a foray into the utterly fascinating, if open misunderstood, Middle Kingdom and is devoted to the identification and ecology of mushrooms, bracket fungi and other strange and beautiful organisms. Join Ray Wiggers, noted botanical author and educator, for a short classroom review of mushroom biology and ecology followed by a stroll at the gloriously fungiferous McCormick Ravine. Bring your favorite mushroom guidebook; other course material will be provided. This class is part of the Adult Natural History Series and will be held at the Lockhart Family Nature Center. Discounted registration applies if you participate in the entire series.
Members $15, non-members $20.
For more information or to register, call 847-482-1928.
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Lake Forest Lyrica
Time:
3:00pm
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Lake Forest Lyrica presents Capriccio in the Lily Reid Holt Memorial Chapel.
$15 per ticket, available at the door.
No charge for students, faculty or staff.
For more information, call 847-735-6170.
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Bagpipes & Bonfire
Time:
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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The Bagpipes and Bonfire event, sponsored by Lake Forest Open Lands at Middlefork Farm Nature Preserve, is a spectacular celebration of the harvest season featuring bagpipes, Highland games, family entertainment, a harvest picnic and the great fall bonfire. To join Open Lands and attend this event, contact Holly Meeks, Membership and Special Events Coordinator at 847-234-3880, x10.
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Red Rose Encore Concert
Time:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Perennial favorite Red Rose Ragtime Jazz Band is back for an encore to their Cabin Fever concert. Order your tickets soon to avoid disappointment.
The Red Rose has been in the recording studio again emerging this time with the recently released CD, "Deep Hollow". Joining stellar pianist-arranger Joan Reynolds, are Tom Bartlett, trombone, Art Davis, trumpet, Kim Cusack, clarinet and alto saxophone, Jack Meilhan, banjo and guitar, Steve Ley, tuba, and drummer Wayne Jones.
For more information contact Gorton Community Center at 847-234-6060 or visit www.gortoncenter.org.
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