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Spring is Blooming in Lake County
 See what's going on in our communities this weekend with Visit Lake County's new spring page, and their calendar of events. |
Spring in Our Forest Preserves
Forest Fitness
Enjoy the outdoors during a fast-paced adult group fitness hike and experience one hour of heart-pumping exercise in a friendly group atmosphere at a different preserve every week. Forest Fitness Hikes
 Forest Preserves' Magazine "Horizons" Available Online
This spring, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the local wildlife of the area. Have you ever gone birding before? In the spring issue of Horizons, learn about bird watching in Lake County, other local wildlife, upcoming events, programs and more. Horizons Online
Volunteers Help Local Preserves
Watch a video about how local Forest Preserve employees and volunteers help the environment by harvesting seeds of local plants and trees.
Full Calendar of April Events
Rookery Viewing Returns
Come view the great blue heron and many other different bird species. Volunteers will provide bird books, binoculars and scopes for an enhanced experience.
Almond Marsh Forest Preserve, Grayslake
Open Saturdays April - June from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption Outreach Sessions
The Chief County Assessment Office and the Lake County Township Assessors Association will hold several public outreach sessions to assist residents in completing the 2014 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Application for taxes payable in 2015; as well as service taxpayer needs on other homestead exemptions available. Residents will work one on one with a staff member to complete the necessary forms. The Senior Freeze Application is due by July 1, 2014.
Outreach Session Dates and Times
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Washington Street is Closed for Four Months for Road Construction
The Lake County Division of Transportation recently closed Washington Street to through traffic from Cedar Lake Rd., to Hainesville Rd., for a four month project. The closure is necessary as part of the Washington St. reconstruction and widening project. In the fall of 2013, Washington St. was reconstructed from Cedar Lake Rd. to Linden Drive. The upcoming closure is to complete the reconstruction from Linden Drive to west of Hainesville Rd.
Detour Route: Cedar Lake Rd., to IL Route 134 to IL Route 120 to Hainesville Rd. For additional information regarding this project please visit washingtonstreetinfo.com. |
Job Center News
5 Steps to Your Next Job!
Learn the 5 most important steps to take when looking for a new job in this exciting new workshop series. Attend all 5 workshops to learn how to research, prepare, document, find and land your next job. See website and call 847.377.3439 to reserve a seat.
April 21 - 25, 10 a.m.
Job Center of Lake County
1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
Watch County Update: Find out about Resources for Job Seekers, Youth, and Local Employers
 The Lake County Workforce Development Department operates the Job Centers of Lake County and offers a variety of resources, programs, and services for job seekers, youth, and local employers. Watch this episode of County Update to learn more. |
Community Events
Business and Community Showcase
Saturday April 5, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Lake Zurich High School Field House
300 Church Street, Lake Zurich
Bring your family and friends out for a day of fun while visiting with members of area businesses and community organizations. Approximately 80 exhibitors represented. Entertainment, food, freebies and prizes! More
Sports Injuries and Prescription Drugs: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Monday, April 7, 7 p.m.
Ela Community Center - 380 Surryse Rd., Lake Zurich It's common these days to be prescribed a narcotic painkiller when you have an injury, especially a sports injury. Learn the good, bad and ugly sides of sports injuries and prescription drugs from orthopedic physicians, the director of the Lake County Metropolitan Enforcement Group and an emergency room physician. See Website
Lake Zurich Fire Department Blood Drive
Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Lake Zurich Fire Rescue Station 1
321 S. Buesching Rd. Call 847.540.5070 to schedule a donation time. See their Facebook for more information.
Citizens for Conservation Plant Sale
Advance orders of native plants, trees and shrubs are now available.
Deadline to order is Saturday, April 12. See Website
Easter Bunny Sunday Breakfast
Sunday, April 13, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Lake Zurich Legion Post 964
51 Lions Drive, Lake Zurich
Post 964 has been hosting Breakfast with the Easter Bunny for more than 15 years. Breakfast fare includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverages. Prices are $7 for adults, $6 for teen and seniors, $4 for kids, and free for toddlers. Contact Info
Volunteer Restoration Workday
Help conserve Lake County by restoring an area in Oak Openings Nature Preserve. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Oak Openings Nature Preserve
Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. More information
SWALCO's First Household Chemical Waste Mobile Event of 2014
Fox Lake Streets Department 216 Washington Ave., Fox Lake
April 26, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
See Flyer
Document Shredding and Recycling
Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fremont Township, 22385 W. Rte. 60, Mundelein
Bring your unwanted documents and electronics to this event for safe disposal. See Flyer for a list of accepted items and more information.
Mother's Day Boutique Fashion Show
Thursday, May 8, 6 p.m.
The Grove Country Club, 3217 Rte. 53, Long Grove
Shopping, cocktails and a fashion show.
Call 847.550.1089 for tickets
Foglia YMCA Offers Young Leadership Academy Open House
Wednesday, June 4, 6:30
See Website |
Events and News from the Lake County's State's Attorney Office
 Blue Kids Project Observes Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Blue Kids Project of Lake County is providing 3-foot tall blue figures that are meant to serve as a source of conversation about child abuse prevention. Visit Blue Kids' Website for info building strong families, preventing child abuse, and addressing various problems.
Lake County State's Attorney's Office Hosts Victims' Rights Week Event
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (April 6-12) the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is hosting a Victims' Rights event on April 10. This event will take place at the College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus, Building C, auditorium from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Read News Release
Reminder: Concealed Carry Informational Session
The Lake County Sheriff's Office in partnership with the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is hosting a Concealed Carry Law informational session. Visit their Facebook page for more info.
Monday, April 7, 7 - 9 p.m.
Warren Township Center, 17801 W. Washington Street, Gurnee |
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As always, I'm looking for ways to improve the content of this newsletter and continue to look to you for suggestions/ ideas. Let me know what you'd like covered and I'll do what I can to incorporate it in future issues. Also if you know of events or news of interest concerning our area, I'd appreciate you letting me know about it so we can share it with our fellow residents.
Please forward this e-newsletter to anyone you feel may benefit from its content. By helping me get the word out in this manner, you're also helping me go green! Thank you!
Should you need to contact me, my contact information follows:
Home phone: 847-438-2961 Cell phone: 224-805-6027
I consider it an honor and privilege to serve you!
Please stay safe! Thanks, Craig
Lake County Board Memember & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 19 Representative
Serving
Barrington, Deer Park, Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, and Long Grove |
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