November 27, 2013
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Happy Thanksgiving Lake County

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and I would like to take a moment to thank you for allowing me to represent our District on the Lake County Board. I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday this year, full of joy, tradition and fantastic food!
 
Throughout this holiday season we will be reminded of our neighbors who are in need. If you are inclined to give back and support residents around us who may need a helping hand, please find a list of local food pantries here, visit your local township or donate to the Northern Illinois Food Bank here. 
 
Lastly, the devastating tornadoes that struck central Illinois, near Washington, over a week ago, have left many residents without a home and place to enjoy the holidays. Tomorrow, as we gather around the table, inside warm, comfortable homes, please say a prayer for those who have lost so much and consider supporting the regional and national efforts underway to assist these fellow Illinoisans. A few websites and ways to help are below.
 
The Salvation Army: www.saheartland.org or (800) 725-2769
Red Cross: Donate to Central Illinois Tornadoes & Storms, www.redcross.org or (800) 733-2767
 
Thank you and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Upcoming Holiday Events

The 3rd Annual Wauconda Turkey Trot
THANKSGIVING MORNING - 9:00 AM Start
Main Street in Downtown Wauconda
2 Mile & 4 Mile Run (I'll be doing the 4 Mile!) 
Sign up tonight at Bliss Wine Bar or at Race.
Proceeds support Wauconda Area Food Pantry. Please bring a non-perishable food donation to the race if you can.

 

Barrington Breakfast Rotary ChristKindl Fest
December 6th - 8th in Barrington
Barrington Breakfast Rotary and the Village of Barrington Association are proud to present the first ever ChristKindl Festival. This open-air market and event during the holiday season will feature authentic German food, drinks, fun family activities, crafts for kids, live reindeer, bands and even Santa!

 

Wauconda Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, December 6th, 6:00 p.m. at Wauconda Park District 

 

Hawthorn Woods Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, December 6th, 6:00 p.m. - Village Hall, 2 Lagoon Drive
Please feel free to bring an unopened toy for the Village's Toys for Tots campaign.

 

Barrington Tree Lighting Ceremony
Festivities & Fun on Saturday, Saturday, Dec. 7th, 1:00-6:30 p.m. 
Tree lighting: 5:00 p.m. at Cook & Main Streets in Barrington
 
Island Lake Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 14th, 6:00 p.m. - Village Hall, 3720 Greenleaf Ave.
Come for hot chocolate, hey rides and to light the community tree

 

Barrington Christmas Art Walk
December 12th - 24th - Barrington
Rediscover the story of the Christmas holiday as the Village of Barrington invites you to a Christmas Art WalkTwelve Artists have created original pieces depicting the Story of Christmas.
Dear Neighbor, 

Thank you for taking the time to read this edition of my Lake County News. I hope you find this information helpful. Please continue to ask questions and suggest topics for my e-newsletter.

With so much going on at all levels of government, please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions and concerns regarding issues. I can be reached by cell phone at
(224) 634-6717, in the office at (224) 655-2287, or via email at 
[email protected].

It's an honor and a privilege serving you on the County and Forest Preserve boards.
 
I look forward to hearing from you!

  

Sincerely,
Nick  
Nick Sauer
Lake County Board Member, District 17

 

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