Summer Safety
 Healthy Lake County
Watch this episode of Healthy Lake County for hot weather tips and learn how to avoid food borne illnesses while enjoying festival foods this summer.
Drowning Prevention
Every day, 10 people die from unintentional drowning. See the stats and find out how to stay safe when enjoying the water this summer.
Be Prepared for Stormy Weather 
Learn the difference between a "Watch" and a "Warning", the dangers of flash flooding, food safety during a storm and more in our Stormy Weather Safety Tips Video. For more information about storm preparedness, visit Alert Lake County. |
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Job Opportunity and Assistance
Lake Zurich Job Opportunity for Economic Development Coordinator
This position will serve as the Lake Zurich's primary marketing contact and will create strategies to attract and expand existing businesses with a special focus on downtown revitalization. Apply Unemployment Insurance The Illinois Department of Employment Security handles unemployment claims electronically. Visit www.ides.illinois.gov or call 800-244-5631 with unemployment questions. Job Seeking Assistance
Job seekers can get help finding a job or may qualify for training in a new field. Find out more at the Job Center of Lake County. |
The Naval Station Great Lakes' Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday, July 3 - Friday, July 4
Enjoy a free, family friendly two day Fourth of July festival at Great Lakes Naval Base. Celebrate Independence Day with live music, family entertainment, a carnival and delicious food at this area favorite. Details
Find more Fourth of July Celebrations in Lake County. |
Eat Local!
 Purchasing locally grown food helps promote Lake County's economic development and health initiatives while decreasing the negative environmental impacts of long distance shipping. Watch a video to learn about the Lake County Food System and find local farmers markets. |
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Honoring Veterans
 Lake McHenry Veterans and Family Services program is designed to honor and promote conversation among veterans, their loved ones and the public about the long-term effects of military experiences. Watch this video and see Ceasar Soto tell his story of serving in Vietnam, and how the experience still stays with him to this day. |
University Center of Lake County Open House
Thursday, July 10, 6 - 8 p.m.
 Learn how you can stay in Lake County while still earning your degree at the University Center of Lake County's Open House. Get your curriculum and admission questions answered, learn about the academic options offered and maybe even win some cash!
University Center of Lake County
1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
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Lake County Forest Preserves Events
 Civil War Days Event
The boom of cannons, the crack of rifles, the galloping of horse hooves welcomes you at the annual Civil War Days encampment, Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda. Wander the camps to see soldiers, civilians and tradesmen at work. Watch as union and confederate forces collide in battle and then visit the 1863 Summer Fair to meet President Lincoln and shop Civil War era vendors. Kids will love the crafts, games and a scavenger hunt.
 Summer Fun at Independence Grove
Enjoy favorite summer activities at Independence Grove including outdoor concerts, boat rentals, biking, a swim beach and more! |
Community Events
 July 4th Weekend in Barrington
See a complete list and description of all the exciting Independence Day events. Don't miss any of them! This year's Parade will be held on Friday, July 4 at 10 a.m., and run along Main Street from Barrington High School to the train station. Details
Fourth of July 5K, Forest Lake Run for the Troops
Friday, July 4, 8 a.m.
Forest Lake Community Center, 23489 North East Rd., Lake Zurich
Register now for a 5K run / 1K family walk that benefits Operation Support Our Troops, a non-profit that provides care to active duty military families and veterans. The event will have a flag raising ceremony, DJ, and activities for the kids at the Forest Lake Community Center.
Sidewalk Days
Thursday, July 24 - Saturday, July 26
Find bargains and shop quality goods from Barrington shops and vendors offering jewelry, handbags and a variety of other merchandise and services. Enjoy family fun with outdoor entertainment and food for purchase. Vendor booths are still available, with special rates for junior entrepreneurs and non-profits. Call the Chamber at 847-381-2525 or get details online.
The LZQBC Annual Golf Outing & Banquet
Friday, July 11
Cary Country Club, 2400 Grove Lane, Cary
Golf Sign In: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Shotgun Start: 12 p.m.
Dinner/Silent Auction: 5 pm
Golf/Dinner: $130 per person (lunch, golf, dinner, silent auction, 2 hours of beer/wine after golf)
Dinner/Silent Auction only: $50 per person (dinner, silent auction, 2 hours of beer/wine)
Contact Dan Klett at 815.354.0311 or frstn10@sbcglobal.net
 Lake Zurich Area Triathlon
July 13, Paulus Park, Lake Zurich
Sign up now to participate in the area's only USAT sanctioned Olympic distance triathlon. Event includes a 1.5 k Swim, 40 k bike, 10 k run.
Barrington Golf Classic
Monday, July 14
Wynstone Golf Club, South Barrington
Gather a foursome and sign up for this golf event or sponsor a tee with your business. Register online or sign up for a sponsorship.
Breakfast with the Villages
Thursday, July 31, 7-9 a.m.
Kemper Lakes Golf Club,
Have breakfast with local mayors and get updates on Route 53, taxes and more. Advanced registration required. Submit your questions for the event here.
Lake Zurich Citizens Police Academy Hosts 10 Week Course
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., September 9 - November 11
Citizen Police Academy is free to residents 21 years and older, and includes crime scene processing, patrol officer duties, drug interdiction and enforcement, police defensive tactics, firearms training, a ride along experience and more. Applications due August 27. More
Lake Zurich Farmers Market
Fridays, 3 - 7 p.m. (Closed July 4)
Shop from over 30 vendors and find produce, baked goods, homemade honey, spices, dairy, meat and more!
New Development at Quentin and Rte. 22
Several new businesses are being constructed near the new Mariano's at the corner of Quentin Rd., and Rte. 22. The construction includes a McDonald's and PNC bank, which are scheduled to be completed by the end of summer.
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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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