Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 21 is the official day to commemorate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. [Jan. 15, 1929-April 4, 1968].Dr. King was born in Atlanta into a family...
Read more...October is Adopt A Shelter Pet Month
What has four paws, a cold nose and a warm heart? An animal companion, that’s what! If you’ve been thinking about getting a pet, consider bypassing the expensive...
Read more...Find Polling Place Locations in Libertyville, IL
Did you know that in some countries, like Fiji or Chile, you can be thrown in prison for NOT voting? While the consequences aren’t quite so extreme in America, consider the...
1 comment Read more...Turkey and trimmings and football, oh my! Thanksgiving Day info and parades for IL
Put on the pants with the stretchy waistband; it’s that time
of year when we gather together to celebrate family, good fortune – and the fact
that there are about...
America Recycles Day
In 2007, November 15 has been designated as America Recycles Day. Sure, sorting all those pieces of junk mail and cat food cans isn’t sexy, but consider the positive impact...
Read more...Veterans Day history and parades for Illinois
What does Veterans Day mean to Libertyville and Lake county, IL?
Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war...
"Pick a Patch O'Pumpkins" - Find a local pumpkin patch in Illinois
When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local pumpkin patch. It’s guaranteed to put a Jack-o-Lantern-sized smile on everyone’s face!
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Blades of glory! Find ice skating rinks in and around Libertyville, Illinois
Feel like the cold weather has you stuck in your house? Ice
skating is a great excuse to get out and have some fun. Bring your friends and
family to enjoy a day of excitement....
Make Your Spirits Bright This Christmas!
'Tis the season to be
jolly in Libertyville, IL – but it might also be the season to be stressed out, overextended and downright “Grinch-y!” If you find yourself treating...
Back-to-School Tips
Time to pack up the sand pails and load up the backpack! Heading back to school can be exciting, scary, fun – but it doesn’t have to be hard. We’ve gathered some great tips...
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