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 Halloween in Lake County
Trick-or-Treating Hours
There are over 40 communities scheduled to host trick or treat hours this Halloween season. Find out a list of trick-or-treating hours around Lake County with Visit Lake County's Trick-or-Treating Hours blog.
Stay Safe this Halloween
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has been working with residents, schools and the Highway Patrol to help prepare for a safe Halloween. Find out what you can do to help promote your own safety with these Halloween Safety Tips.
Healthy Halloween Tips
Halloween candy is fun for kids, but can be a struggle for parents who are concerned about a healthy diet for their children. It can be hard to make sure we all eat enough fruits and vegetables and avoid excessive sugars and saturated fat this time of year so remember to enjoy in moderation! Learn more about healthy Halloween tips from the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center.
Green Your Halloween
 Did you know that LED lights last 133 times longer than incandescents and cost about 80% less to use? You can save money and help the environment this Halloween with a few recycling friendly suggestions. Try trading old kids costumes with other parents to avoid purchasing a new costume and save money in the process or use egg cartons to create a spiders and bats! More Green Halloween Tips |
Forest Preserve Events
Small Discoveries-A Happy Halloween
Families with tots (ages 2-5) are invited to enjoy Halloween traditions with stories, games and a variety of spooktacular activities. Registration is $6 adults / $2.50 children and includes Museum admission. Register at 847.968.3321 or online.
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 10 - 11 a.m.
Lake County Discovery Museum, Wauconda
Trick or Treat Trails
 Families with children 12 and under can enjoy a free and non-scary Halloween walk. Wear your costumes for the costume contest with prizes, family fun including mask making, festive games, and refreshments. More Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 - 5 p.m.
Greenbelt Cultural Center, North Chicago
Find fun and educational October events including restoration workdays, forest fitness, walk with docs, community campfire nights and more. |
Upcoming Elections
Do You Have Voter Power?
LakeVoterPower.info is the one-click source for complete customized voter information to include:
* Preview November's ballot
* Request a ballot by mail
* Track your voted ballot
* Early and Election Day voting site location, dates, hours and more
* Voting by mail, write-in, and ballot style information
* Your current elected officials
* Print Certificate of Registration card
To view your personalized Voter Power page, enter your name, house number, zip code and date of birth to confirm you are a registered voter. All data is transmitted via a secured (SSL) page and is not stored or collected on the site.
Voter Information Guide Online
The voter guide includes a complete listing of all candidates and public questions appearing on November's ballot. Also included in the guide are early and Election Day voting sites, addresses, hours, and dates. View Online Voting Guide |
Lake County Municipal Vehicle and Equipment Auction, Oct. 25
The Lake County Municipal Vehicle and Equipment Auction will be held on Sat., Oct. 25 at 9 a.m. Items include: police cars, computers, office equip., bikes, and misc. items from Lake County and other local communities. For full details, visit the Obenauf Auctions website. |
 Flu Season
There are a number of things you can do to keep your family healthy this season. To help prevent the spread of influenza, get a flu shot, cover your cough, wash your hands frequently and stay home if you are sick. More |
Drug Take Back Results
 A total of 293 pounds of unwanted medication was collected at this year's Drug Take Back event that took place on Sept. 27. Ridding medicine cabinets of these prescription drugs prevents children from accidentally consuming them and unauthorized users from obtaining them. Drug prescription drop off boxes are located around Lake County and are available year round for drop off of unwanted medications. |
Community Events
Hayrides at Citizens Park
Take an old-fashioned hayride through Citizens Park and enjoy hot cocoa, cider and s'mores by the fireplace. Fee $8 in district and $10 out of district. Pre-registration required
Friday October 17, 5:15 - 6:30 p.m., 6 - 7:15 p.m., 6:45 - 8 p.m.
Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington
Home Rule Public Forum
There will be a Home Rule Referendum question on the November 4 ballot for residents of Lake Zurich. Find out what Home Rule means for the village, residents and businesses at a public forum.
Wednesday, October 22, 7 p.m.
Ela Area Public Library
The Ela Coalition Against Youth Substance Abuse
Parent participants are needed for a focus group concerning the design and messages of a postcard campaign that will be used to educate parents on ways to communicate with their teen about underage drinking issues. Call 847.540.8380 and visit the Ela Coalition Website.
Wednesday, October 29, 10 a.m. at Ela Town Hall, 3:30 at Ela Community Center, 6:30 at Ela Community Center
 Lake Zurich Rotary Halloween Bash
Dress as your favorite celebrity, because paparazzi will be watching you the minute you walk in the door at this red carpet event. Tickets include all you can eat food and drink specials.
Friday, October 31, 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.
J&D's Bar & Grill, 26400 N. Rand Rd., Wauconda
Part Time Embroidery Jobs
Lake Zurich Embroidery shop is looking for 1 or 2 part time employees to operate embroidery machines. Must be 18 or older and have a suitable understanding of the English language. Experience/knowledge of embroidery production is preferred. Please email your desire to work approx. 20-30 hours per week to: Nancy@melonink.com.
Register for Cold Turkey Trot
This event is taking place as a part of National Recovery Month in support of healthy lifestyles and recovery from drugs and alcohol. Register Online
Sunday, Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m., Old School Forest Preserve, Libertyville
Final Household Chemical Waste Event of the Season
 Bring hard to recycle items including pesticides, fluorescent light bulbs, aerosol products and more to this mobile event. Unwanted prescriptions and over-the-counter medications will also be accepted. Flyer
Metra Train Station, 205 N. Archer Ave., Mundelein
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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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