Wednesday, July 18, 5-9 p.m. (moved from July 11)

Concorde Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer

I'll keep you updated on any additional scheduled meetings about this issue. Click for more information on the Dimucci Property proposal.

If you cannot attend this meeting, contact Patrick Tierney at 847-377-2128 or by mail at 500 W. Winchester Rd., Unit 101, Libertyville, IL 60048.

Lake County residents have a choice on who provides the supply portion of their electric service and choosing a different electric supplier may be able to save you money. Any Lake County resident can choose to purchase their electricity supply from an alternative supplier. Essentially, this means you can shop for suppliers providing service in your area and compare prices, charges, other terms, and select a new supplier. Learn more here.

If you live in unincorporated Lake County, this option is available to you now. If you reside in a community that has pursued aggregation, your municipality has secured an electric supply plan and you can opt-in, or opt-out. If you opt-out, you can also shop around and choose an alternative supplier now. Find out if your village has implemented a municipal aggregation program.  

Healthy Lake County

Watch this month's episode of Healthy Lake County to learn how to keep yourself cool in the summer heat as well as how to protect yourself and other users of swimming areas. Also, see an introduction to the new Healthy Eating/Active Living pages on the Health Department's web page. Watch the video:

Hot Weather Health Tips

Record-breaking temperatures so far this summer remind us that everyone needs to take precautions in the summer heat.  Here are a few ways of coping with the heat and recognizing symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Summer Dog Safety

Summer is a great time to be outside with your dog, but owners should know when it's time to let their pet cool off in the shade.  In this video, learn the signs your dogs will tell you to keep them safe, comfortable, and healthy in the "dog days" of summer!

 Enroll in Lake County's Adopt-A-Highway Program!

The Adopt-A-Highway program is an excellent opportunity to contribute toward a cleaner, greener environment in Lake County. Now is your opportunity to enroll in the program. The Division of Transportation is accepting applications August 1-31. More information here.

July 13--Hawthorn Woods Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m. Community Park. Info

July 13--Park in the Park Car Show, 3 p.m., Community Park. Info

July 13--Concert in the Park: Saturday June Band, 6:30-9 p.m., Community Park.

July 14--Lake Zurich Farmers Market, Lions Park. More info

July 20-22 --Alpine Fest presented by the Lake Zurich Lions Club

Lion Fred Blau Park, 81 E. Main Street, Lake Zurich

Three days of carnival rides, games, food, family events and entertainment. The final day of the festival includes the Alpine Fest Parade down Main Street is the largest parade in Lake County. It is also the biggest single event of the year in Lake Zurich.  Click here for event info & coupons!

Year of the Bat

The Lake County Forest Preserves is promoting the Year of the Bat through a series of programs, events and other educational efforts:

• BatFest-Saturday, July 14, 6-9:30 pm. Spend a fun and educational evening hanging out with our resident colony of little brown bats at Lakewood Forest Preserve. The grand finale of the event will be watching bats leave the lair as they head out for their nightly food hunt.
• Lake County Fair booth-July 25-29. Visit the Lake County Forest Preserves booth. Meet staff, play educational games and win fun bat-themed giveaways.
• Bat Acoustic Monitoring-Saturday, August 11, 8-9:30 pm. Join an environmental educator and learn how bats use echolocation to find and capture insects.
• To learn why Environmental Communications Specialist Allison Frederick thinks bats are amazing, fascinating, adorable and essential, read her latest blog post on Lake County Nature.

Gospelfest

Bring the family to Greenbelt Cultural Center's annual Gospelfest, Sunday, July 22 from 3 to 7 pm, for uplifting gospel music. Be inspired by the best voices of gospel with local choirs, soloists, and praise dancers from throughout Lake County. The event is free and open to all ages. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food will be available for purchase at the event. In the case of rain, the event will be held indoors.

Jamaica and the Sounds of the Caribbean

Experience the market, dance, costumes, food and live music of these cultures in celebration of Jamaica's Independence Day. The event is free and open to all ages, and held at the Greenbelt Cultural Center, Sunday, August 5 from 3 to 7 pm.

Events in the Plaza

Held at Independence Grove Forest Preserve's outdoor amphitheater, this summer concert series offers live music on Tuesday evenings through August 7. In the event of rain, concerts are held on Thursday evenings. This year's concert lineup brings critically acclaimed recording artists performing their original sounds to this relax-on-the-lawn experience. Parking is $5 per car after 5 pm on concert days. Arrive early to secure your spot and enjoy a light dinner, snack or beverage from the walk-up café. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. For more information, call 847-968-3499. Events in the Plaza is made possible by Platinum Sponsor North Shore Gas, and Bronze Sponsors Lake County Journal and Libertyville Bank & Trust.

Free Habitat Walks for Seniors

Explore many of the different habitats of Lake County, learning as you walk. These free nature walks are designed for senior citizens and paced to the group's ability. Nan Buckardt, Director of Environmental Education and Public Affairs for the Lake County Forest Preserves, will lead the Tuesday, August 7 walk from 9 to 10 am, at Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve in Wadsworth. For more information, call 847-968-3321.

Make a "Playdate with Nature"

Turn off the TV and get outside for interactive play activities designed to connect you and your child with nature. Build fairy houses and forts, explore off trail, and catch and observe land and water insects. The programs are free and open to children of all ages, with a caregiver. Dress for outdoor fun and adventure. A Leave No Child Inside initiative.

View upcoming Playdate with Nature programs.