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Lake County News
From
Craig Taylor
 July 21, 2010

Craig Taylor, Representative District 19

 
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I hope to see you at Alpine Fest at some point this weekend. Make sure and come to the parade on Sunday which is billed as the biggest and best in Lake County! I'll be passing out candy and small American Flags so please take this opportunity to say "Hi"!

Next week the Lake County Fair kicks off. It's an easy drive from our area - - straight up Midlothian Rd. - - and takes about 20 to 30 minutes to get there.

Feel free to forward this newsletter. It's a great way to keep everyone up to date on County news and local events while helping me "GO GREEN". If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, please call or email me.
 
My contact information if you need to reach me by phone is:
Home phone 847-438-2961
Cell phone: 224-805-6027
 
or email:
I consider it an honor and privilege to serve you!
 
Please stay safe!
Thanks!
Craig
 
Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 19 Representative
Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, Long Grove
 

Update on Route 53 and Route 120 Bypass

 
This is the latest information I have received regarding  Route 53.  Please click on the link below to see the letter from the Tollway Representative. 
 
 
Alpine Fest
Friday, July 23

6pm Park Opens & Rides Begin Beer Garden & Alpine Diner Open  Family Tent Dinner Under the Lights everyone is welcome as our Family Tent, in the front of the park, will be reserved for everyone that wishes to sit, relax and enjoy the culinary delights of our Alpine Diner or the Midway Food Court.

6:30 pm

Big Top's Main Stage Neverly Brothers

9:30pm

Big Top's Main Stage Saturday June Band

11:00pm All Tickets Sales End Unused tickets will be honored on Saturday & Sunday

11:30pm

Rides Close No ALCOHOL Beverages served after 11:30 PM

Midnight - Park Closes - carnival

 

Saturday, July 24

1:00 PM

Park Opens & Rides Begin Beer Garden & Alpine Diner Open

 

1:00 PM Don't forget about the ALL YOU CAN RIDE at one great price Great fun for ALL ages COUPONS

Available here

 

2:00 PM Family Tent Chuck Field Ventriloquist

 

3:30 PM Big Top's Main Stage Out of Storage

 

4:00 PM Family Tent Dennis DeBondt Comedy & Magic

 

4:30 PM Family Tent Dinner Under the Lights everyone is welcome as our Family Tent, in the front of the park, will be reserved for everyone that wishes to sit, relax and enjoy the culinary delights of our Alpine Diner or the Midway Food Court.

 

6:30 PM Big Top's Main Area Kevin Purcell Band

 

9:30 PM Big Top's Main Stage 7th Heaven presented by "Cornerstone Bank" We provide plenty of seating! NO coolers or backpacks  

allowed in our "Big Top"!

 

11:00 PM All Tickets Sales End Unused tickets will be honored on Sunday

 

11:30 PM Rides Close No ALCOHOL Beverages served after 11:30 PM

 

FarrisWheelMidnight - Park Closes

 
  Sunday, July 25 

"Lions Alpine Festival Parade" Best viewing will be along the ORIGINAL Route 22 (not the by-pass) Downtown Lake Zurich

 

11:30 AM Alpine Festival Parade The parade should reach  Downtown Lake Zurich about 12:00 pm

 

10:30 AM Park Opens & Alpine Diner Open Limited menu

 

1:00 PM Rides Begin Beer Garden & Alpine Diner Open Full Menu

  

1:00pm Park Opens & Rides Begin Beer Garden & Alpine Diner Open

Don't forget about the ALL YOU CAN RIDE at one great price Great fun for ALL ages COUPONS Available here

2:00 PM

FamilyTent Chuck Field Ventriloquist

3:30 PM

BigTop's Main Stage Out of Storage

4:00 PM

Family Tent Dennis DeBondt Comedy & Magic

4:30 PM

Family Tent Dinner Under the Lights everyone is welcome as our Family Tent, in the front of the park, will be reserved for everyone that wishes to sit, relax and enjoy the culinary delights of our Alpine Diner or the Midway Food Court.

 

7:00 PM Big Top's Main Stage Mike & Joe We provide plenty of seating! NO coolers or backpacks allowed in our "Big Top"!

 

8:30 PM

All Tickets Sales End NO REFUNDS on ANY TICKETS
No ALCOHOL Beverages served after 9:00 PM
 
 9:30 Park Closes
 

 

Lake County Fair

 
The Lake County Fair will run from July 27 through August 1 this year.  I received questions about the fair and I wanted to let you know that the fair has no association with Lake County Government.  It is actually within the Village of Grayslake and under their jurisdiction.   
 
The location for the fair is on the corner of Peterson Rd. and Midlothian Rd. in Grayslake, IL. I am forwarding the information so that you are aware of noise and traffic issues next week. 
   
Lake County Fair July 27 - August 1
 
The 2010 Annual Lake County Fair
July 27-August 1
General Admission:  $10
Season Pass:  $35
Seniors 65 & over:  $5
Children ages 5-12: $5
Children's season pass:  $15
Children age 4 & under: Free
Military Personnel in Uniform: Free
Military with active ID: $5

* Lang Home Medical will have wheelchairs available for $15 per day
* Feel free to bring your lawnchairs to our concerts! 
* Please note that credit cards will NOT be accepted at the gate!
 
Tuesday, July 27

AM
9:00      Dairy Junior Livestock Show
11:00    Kiss the Calf
12:00    Grand Opening Ceremony/Flag Raising
PMFarrisWheel
4:00      Beer Garden Opens (Music 4-10pm)
5:00      Lake Co. Fire Dept. Live Burn & Sprinkler Demo
7:00      Dairy Goat Milking
7:00      Miss Lake County Fair Pageant
7:00      Pro Motocross Races

Wednesday, July 28
AM
8:00      4-H Pony and English Horse Show z
8:00      Judging of 4-H Beef, Swine, Sheep, & Goats
PM
1:00      Judging of Special Youth Livestock Show
3:00      Youth Show-Dairy Goats
4:00      Beer Garden Opens (Live Music 4-10pm)
6:00      Jr. & Little Miss Lake County Fair Queen Pageant
7:00      Pro Motocross Races

IceCreamThursday, July 29
AM
8:00      Judging of 4-H Western Horse Show
9:00      Judging of Open Class Beef, Swine, Sheep, & Goats
PM
4:00      Beer Garden Opens (Live Music 4-10pm)
4:00      Left With Tomorrow (Rock) -Main Stage
5:00      Truck & Tractor Pulls 
5:30      NoOneSoulder (Blues Funk) -Main Stage
7:00      Mathein (Soulful Rock) - Main Stage
8:00      Mellencougar (A tribute to America - Rock & Roll & John Mellencamp) 
                - Main Stage

Friday, July 30
AM
5-9:00    "Meet the Candidates"
7:30      Special Youth Horse Show
9:00      Dairy Goat Show Judging
9:00      Judging of Open Class Dairy
PM
12:00    Beer Garden Opens (Live Music 1-11pm)Flagonpole
1:00      Sheep-Lead Class (Sale Barn)
1:00      Senior (65+) Talent Contest
6:00      Off the Record (70's & 80's Band) -Main Stage
7:00      Professional Contest Rodeo
8:00      En Lace de la Sierra (Hispanic Band) - Beer Garden
8:30      American English (Beatles Tribute Band) - Main Stage
             
Saturday, July 31
PM
12:00    Registration for Auction Sale
12:00    Beer Garden Opens (Live Music 12-11pm)
12:00    Lake Co. Fire Depts. Auto Extrication (Jaws of Life) Demo
Guitar12:00    Battle of the Bands
1:00      Sale of Livestock Champions
1:00      Professional Contest Rodeo
4:00      Charissa and the Auburn Sky Band *Hannah Montana Tribute
6:00      Professional Contest Rodeo
6:00      Southern Exposure -Main Stage
7:00      Dueling Pianos -Beer Tent
8:30      Will Rock
Sunday, August 1carnival
AM
8:00      Open Horse Show
10:00    Non Denomination Church Service
11:00    Talent Contest (Ages 14 & Under)
PM
12:00    Beer Garden Opens (Live Music 12-8pm)
12:00    Demolition Derby-All Day
1:00      Southern Exposure - Main Stage
1:00      Talent Contest (Ages 14-22)
3:00      Latino Disk Jockey - Main Stage
5:00      Performance by the Battle of the Bands Winner
5:00      Livestock Barns Close
8:00      Exhibits Released (All Departments)
 

Tax Free School Supplies August 6 - 15

 
Legislation has been enacted to create an annual state sales tax holiday for clothing and school supplies. Local and home rule sales taxes will still apply to all items.
From August 6 until August 15, residents will be able to purchase back-to-school items and only pay local sales tax. The five percent that typically goes to the state will be waived for these nine days.Books
 
Traditional school supplies such as paper, notebooks, writing instruments and other office-type materials will be subject to the sales tax break.
 
The tax holiday also applies to clothing items under $100 such as shoes, tops, bottoms, underwear and outerwear. Some specific items like school uniforms and limited athletic apparel are also on the approved list of sales tax holiday items.
I hope you are able to take advantage of this opportunity.
 
 

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital CareCoach

 Free Medical Services from Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital's CareCoach  

 
 
CareCoach 
CareCoach takes its free health services and educational programs on the road to 22 community sites each month. Services provided a registered nurse include:
  • Cholesterol screenings
  • Blood pressure screenings
  • Diabetes screenings
  • BMI screenings
  • Waist measurement screenings
  • Tobacco cessation services
  • Counseling with a registered nurse
  • Immunizations
  • Referrals to a physician, if needed
 
Check the calendar for a visit near you.
 
 
 

PRINT PRESCRIPTION DRUG CARD

 
County residents can take advantage of a prescription drug discount card program.  The free card that is accepted at most pharmacies offers average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.  This is intended for people without prescription coverage or on medicines not covered by your plan.  The card may also be used where accepted to fill prescriptions for pets. To print a card, click here. 
 
 
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