 The Port Clinton Art Festival returns to downtown Highland Park this weekend with over 260 of the world’s most celebrated artists. The Taste of Highland Park kicks off the weekend's activities from
5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26. The Taste will continue from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, and the Art Festival will kick off that day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Taste and art festival will conclude from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28. Featuring onsite interactive art demonstrations by master artists and scavenger hunts designed for kids, the Port Clinton Art Festival truly has something for everyone. Come check out the Port Clinton, Art Festival, Taste of Highland Park and music next weekend. Click here to see Music and Restaurant Line Up for The Taste of Highland Park!
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 The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County will hold its
next household chemical waste collection from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at
the Lake Forest Municipal Services Center, 800 N. Field Drive. These
collections are open to Illinois residents. Learn
what materials are accepted.
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The second installment of your 2015 property
tax bill is due Sept. 2. Please note, you received one bill in May and you will
not receive another bill for the second installment. If you have misplaced your
second installment coupon, you can print a copy from the
Treasurer's Office website by entering your PIN or address.
Check out
an interactive tax bill to
help you better understand what is included on your bill, and visit
the Treasurer’s Office website to get answers to frequently asked questions, and see
property tax payment options available to you.
August is the peak month for West Nile virus.
The disease can be transmitted by mosquitoes and is again present this summer
in Lake County. Hear from Mike Adam,
senior biologist at the Lake County Health Department, as he provides tips on
how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and an update on the presence of the
Zika virus. Watch Video |
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As students return to the classroom, let’s make sure they are safe this
school year. This means keeping an eye on the road for school buses and
students walking to school, as well as making sure students stay safe by using
their technology in a responsible way. Watch this video as the Lake County Sheriff’s Office give you tips to make
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Lake County, along with our nation and local
communities, is facing a mental health crisis that affects the individual,
families, friends, neighbors, veterans, employers, schools, hospitals, the
criminal justice system, and more.
To
address this growing problem and strengthen mental health services across the
county, Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and the Honorable
Susan Garrett (former IL State Senator, 29th District) will lead a new
community-wide initiative focusing on data-sharing and evidence-based practices
to identify gaps and recommend a sustainable continuum of care for this
vulnerable population. Find Out More
The Deerfield Park District will host its 13th annual Healthy Lifestyle Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St. Open to adults over age 50, this free event focuses on ways to enjoy and achieve a healthy lifestyle. Learn more
 Veterans are invited
to come to the Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan on Nov. 11 to have their oral
histories recorded. The typed transcripts will be archived at The Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. This
project aims to collect, preserve, and make accessible the personal accounts of
American war veterans. The deadline to submit forms to participate in this
year’s event is Oct. 1. Any veteran interested in being interviewed for
this project should contact Carol Cord at ccord@lakecountyil.gov or 847-377-3771. Learn more
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If you have
prescription drugs that need to be thrown out, do it the safe and responsible
way. As part of International Overdose Awareness Day, which is Aug. 31,
police departments want residents to be aware
of the disposal boxes available in their towns.
- Highland Park PD – 1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park 60035
- Deerfield PD – 850 Waukegan Road, Deerfield 60015
The Lake County Underage
Drinking and Drug Prevention Task Force disposal program in partnership with
the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County collected nearly 12,000 pounds
of prescription medicine with an estimated street value of $750,000 in 2015. Find a
prescription drug disposal box near you. Walgreens has recently installed medication disposal kiosks at
three Lake County locations:
- 780 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
- 15 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove
- 1811 Belvidere Road, Waukegan
 The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Merit
Commission is currently accepting applications for the deputy sheriff position.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age at the time of
orientation, a high school graduate (or GED) and possess a valid driver's
license. Apply Today
Apply today to become a Sheriff’s Office reserve deputy
The
Lake County Sheriff’s Office also is currently accepting applications for
reserve deputies. The Reserve Deputy Unit is comprised of members who give
back to Lake County, through community service in the area of law
enforcement. Candidates must be at least 21
years old, a U.S. citizen, and a high school graduate (or equivalent). Apply
today
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 Lake County has installed its third FREE
electric vehicle charging station! The new station is at the Lake County Court
and Administrative Complex and is FREE to use for two hours per charge. The stations
allow you to recharge plug-in electric vehicles, including all-electric cars,
neighborhood electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. Electric vehicle owners
must have a ChargePoint membership to use the County’s charging stations. Learn more about the County’s charging
stations, and check on charging station availability
on ChargePoint’s website.
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Hike Lake County
Like to hike? Enjoy summer sunshine and autumn
colors while exploring designated Hike Lake County trails. Complete seven hikes
by Nov. 30, and you'll earn a reward. Let your canine companion join in on the
fun and they will earn a prize, too. Learn more
Join the First Illinois Young Birders Symposium
Join the Illinois Young Birders on Saturday, Aug. 27
for a day of birding, presentations by young birders and professionals, and
member art displays. The symposium will be held at Ryerson
Conservation Area in Riverwoods. Learn
more
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 Enjoy free museum admission through August
On Sept. 1, the Lake County
Discovery Museum will close its doors at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda, pack up its vast collections and move to its new
Libertyville location. A grand opening is anticipated in late
2017. As our thank you for 40 great years at Lakewood, the Museum is
offering free admission through August. Don't miss your chance to visit the
Museum and view its current exhibitions before the end of the month. Stop by
the gift store and get 70 percent off your purchase. Details
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Connect
with the Forest Preserves!
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 Take the Des Plaines River Trail Challenge
Travel the entire 31.4 miles of the Des Plaines River Trail (DPRT) by Nov. 30
and be rewarded. The final section of the DPRT was completed
in 2015 and now spans the length of the county. Help
celebrate this amazing gem by using it. Bike it. Boat it. Walk it or run
it. Or, you can make a donation to help the Forest Preserves keep it
clean and safe. Learn more
Join RX
for Health-Walking in Nature
Take a guided tour of Lake County's forest preserves as part of the Rx for
Health-Walking in Nature program. Hear from naturalists and health
professionals as you stroll through woodlands and prairies while improving your
health and your knowledge of nature. These walks are open to all ages. Those 16
and younger must be accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 4 p.m. Check out the full walk schedule
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Fresh produce available from Green Youth Farm
Through early October, purchase organically
grown produce from the Green Youth Farm, located in North
Chicago. The farm stand is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Each
summer, teens from low-income communities gain invaluable experience working at
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LCFPD Calendar of Programs and Events
Hike our LCFPD Trails
Feel free to contact me at 847.456.6933 or smandel@lakecountyil.gov.
It's an honor to serve you.
Sincerely,
Steven W. Mandel
Lake County Board Member / Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 11, Highland Park - Highwood - Deerfield
2157 Saint Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
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