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dstolman@lakecountyil.gov

or call me at 847-377-2300.
 

Representing Buffalo Grove, Long Grove and Prairie View

Earthquake in Northern Illinois

On January 31, 2012, people in Lake and McHenry Counties felt shaking caused by a small earthquake centered near the county line. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is the national agency that monitors earthquakes. Information about this minor earthquake can be found HERE.

Earthquakes are not that common in northern Illinois, but shaking caused by earthquakes in the central U.S. may be felt farther distances from the center because the earth's crust is more rigid here than in California, where stronger earthquakes are more common. Even though northern Illinois earthquakes are not that common, any earthquake is capable of knocking things off shelves and causing minor damage to buildings.

In general, if there were to be an earthquake, there wouldn't be ANY advance warning, as there is no formal warning (siren, EAS alert, text message, etc) indicating that there is an earthquake.  The single most important thing to know about being in a moderate to severe earthquake is "Drop, Cover, and Hold On!". Check www.AlertLakeCounty.com for more preparedness information.

Earthquake Preparedness Event

Lake County Emergency Management personnel will be participating in a multi-state earthquake preparedness event next week. The Great Central U.S. Shake Out is scheduled for Tuesday, February 7, 2012. Residents can participate in a "shakeout" event at any time either at home, school or work. More information.

TASTE OF BUFFALO GROVE - ROTARY CLUB FUNDRAISER
Thursday, February 16

5:00 - 8:00 pm

Bring your family and friends to the Taste of Buffalo Grove at Buffalo Grove High School on Thursday, February 16 from 5 to 8 pm and support the Rotary Club of Buffalo Grove! Admission is only $2, restaurant food is only $2, and drinks and desserts only $1. There will be something for everyone from the following restaurants: Buffalo Restaurant, Fuji Thai, Grande Jakes, Grillworks, India House, Las Palmas, Oishii Thai, Prairie House, Winberies and more!

The Rotary Club is asking that you bring non-perishable food items with you to stock up the Wheeling Food Pantry. Bring your appetites and support the Buffalo Grove Rotary Club that is part of the world's largest service organization known for sponsoring local and international humanitarian projects.

Summer Youth Employment Program accepting applications during the month of February
 

Interested youth, ages 14-18 who meet low-income requirements can apply for the Summer Youth Program. The Application period is February 1st  - February 29th (Selection for the program will be based on random lottery). More Information here.

Applications can be found at www.lakecountyjobcenter.com, local township offices, many schools, and at the Waukegan Job Center, 1 N Genesee St., Waukegan Information Line:847.377.3443.

Forest Preserve News

The Blues: From the Heart and Soul

The Blues: From the Heart and Soul brings the sound and feel of the Chicago blues scene to the galleries of the Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda, Illinois from February 18 to August 19. This unique exhibition offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most influential periods of modern music and showcases the expansive collection of memorabilia from local blues legend "Barrelhouse" Chuck Goering of Libertyville, Illinois.

Hear "Barrelhouse" Chuck and other local blues artists perform live at special concerts that will be offered during the exhibit run. Follow the Museum on Facebook and Twitter @LakeCoMuseum or click here for dates and times of lives performances, and other special exhibit programs and events.

The exhibit is sponsored by the Daily Herald and the Friends of the Lake County Discovery Museum. For more information about the exhibit or to download discount admission coupons, click here or call 847-968-3400.

Ranger Cadet Open House

Young people between the ages of 14 and 21 are invited to attend a free open house to learn how to become a Lake County Forest Preserves Ranger Cadet. The Open House is on Thursday, February 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Operations and Public Safety Building at 19808 W Grand Avenue in Lindenhurst. Map it.

The Cadet program provides first-hand knowledge for young men and women interested in the fields of law enforcement or conservation. Ranger Cadets train and work alongside Lake County Forest Preserve Ranger Police and Community Service Officers to help make the preserves safe for the public and the natural resources they protect. For more information on becoming a Ranger Cadet or about the Open House, please contact Sergeant Mike Anderson at 847-968-3433.