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Kim Mikus Croke, Media & Community Relations Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email
Nov 18, 2024 03:56 PM
Discover more ways to connect with nature using Expand Your Experience, the new official map and guide to Lake County’s forest preserves.
Jul 29, 2024 02:33 PM
Afrofest is taking place from 12–8 pm, Saturday, August 17, at Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. The event is a vibrant celebration of African culture and heritage.
Jun 28, 2024 11:14 AM
NACPRO honored Event Operations Manager Stephanie Bosack with the New Professional award while Preservation Foundation President Nels Leutwiler was honored with the Outstanding Volunteer Award.
Jun 14, 2024 12:20 PM
The Lake County Forest Preserves has received more than $2 million in grants over the past 13 years from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation.
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.”
Sep 26, 2022 02:20 PM
Lake County's forest preserves are clean, safe and popular places to relax and enjoy nature, as rated by local residents in a countywide attitude and interest survey.
Oct 29, 2020 06:06 AM
This expansive 18,500-square-foot venue is the perfect setting for any occasion, with both indoor and outdoor spaces.
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