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Two Illinois organizations committed to advancing parks and recreation recognized the outstanding contributions of the Lake County Forest Preserves with four esteemed awards for excellence in public communications and design.
Jason Cristino
Jan 16, 2024 03:06 PM
"Managing Healthy Landscapes" opens Saturday, February 10 at the Dunn Museum, 1899 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville. The special exhibition runs through April 7 at the nationally accredited museum, a distinction held by only 3% of American museums.
Jan 11, 2024 10:14 AM
The 41st annual Profiles in Excellence event takes place from 3–4:30 pm, Sunday, February 4, at Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road in North Chicago. The theme this year is “Music Roots.”
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Nov 30, 2023 11:37 AM
The 9th annual Lake County History Symposium takes place virtually on Zoom from 6:30–8:30 pm on January 4 and 18. "Good Neighbors: Making a Difference in Lake County," is this year's theme.
Kimberly Landmann
Nov 21, 2023 04:42 PM
The Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves proudly joins the global GivingTuesday initiative, standing with millions worldwide in a celebration of generosity on November 28.
Nov 20, 2023 12:42 PM
The Chicago Wilderness Alliance (CWA) has recognized the Lake County Forest Preserves with two prestigious awards.
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