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May 17, 2022 07:20 AM
Music lovers, dance lovers and outdoor lovers, get ready for award-winning performers playing under the stars at the annual Concerts in the Plaza music series. Nine concerts will be held at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville.
May 16, 2022 11:56 AM
Ecologists from the Lake County Forest Preserves are working with expert veterinarians to monitor Blanding's turtles in this area and develop protocols in attempt to keep them safe from a fungus recently detected within the population in Lake County.
Construction has begun on a new net-zero energy building at Ryerson Woods.
May 02, 2022 10:59 AM
The Beer Garden at Independence Grove, featuring scenic views and craft brews, is scheduled to open Saturday, May 14. The venue at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville features a variety of local craft brews on tap.
Apr 28, 2022 02:28 PM
The Bess Bower Dun Museum in Libertyville, IL is adding a new traveling exhibition to its lineup. “Bill Sienkiewicz: Pop Culture Revolution” is the most recent exhibition developed by Dunn Museum staff to hit the road this fall.
Apr 13, 2022 03:44 PM
Warmer weather coupled with a challenging economy are leading to an increase in vehicle break-ins. Parking lots, including those in the forest preserves, are prime locations for these crimes.
Mar 29, 2022 11:27 AM
The work of a legendary comic book artist is coming to the Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County, 1899 W. Winchester Road in Libertyville, Illinois. Bill Sienkiewicz: Pop Culture Revolution will be on e
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