Lake County News -- David Stolman
December 6, 2013
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Visit Lake County
Lake County 2040 Transportation Plan Open House 
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) invites you to an open house informational meeting to see exhibits, displays and to meet LCDOT staff and consultants that will discuss the proposed plan and answer questions. The Lake County Year 2040 Transportation Plan will serve as the blueprint for transportation improvements for Lake County for the next two decades. The plan also includes bicycle and transit components. 
Dec. 18, 4 - 7 p.m.
Lake County Division of Transportation
600 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville  

Stay Healthy Lake County

 

December's Episode: Healthy Lake County

Learn how to prepare a winter driving emergency kit, reduce your chances of catching the flu, and how Lake County residents can obtain vouchers to get their cat or dog spayed or neutered. Watch Video

Vaccinate Illinois Week is Dec. 8-14
Reduce your risk of flu illness this year by getting a flu shot during Vaccinate Illinois Week. To find a flu shot clinic close to you.
Flu Vaccine Finder
Lake County Health Department


Nominate Your American Red Cross Hero
Each year, the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago honors community members who have demonstrated heroism through extraordinary acts of courage or kindness. Nominate your hero here or call 312.729.6388. Nominations due by Jan. 31, 2014. More Info

Community Events

Long Grove's Holiday Festivities 
Carriage Rides
Sundays through Dec. 22, 1-4 p.m.
Downtown Long Grove

Cost: $15 per couple
Kids $5 (age 10 and under free)
Family pass is $25 and includes two adults and two children.
Tickets may be purchased at The Village Tavern, 135 Old McHenry Rd. 
Santa Visits Saturdays and Sundays, 1-3 p.m.
Santa will be walking the quaint streets of Downtown Long Grove, meeting girls and boys and taking pictures. 
Saturday, Dec. 7: High School Choir Holiday Choral Performance
    • 1-2 p.m. - Hersey High School Dickens Carolers
    • 3-4 p.m. Stevenson High School Choir
See Full Calendar of Long Grove Events Here

Forest Preserve News
 
Hastings Lake Forest Preserve Open
The highly anticipated reopening of Hastings Lake Forest Preserve in Lake Villa is complete, following extensive public access improvements and restoration of natural areas within the 270-acre preserve
Read More
Download Trail Map


LCFPD Winter Magazine Available Online

Read about summer camps, conservation efforts and upcoming events in the Lake County Forest Preserve's Online Magazine in the 2013 Winter Edition here.


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