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Dates Event Name/Description
ONGOING Kid FriendlyThe Tempel Lipizzans Tour and Training Sessions
Tempel Lipizzans
17000 Wadsworth Rd. | Wadsworth, IL
847-244-5330
Go behind the scenes with the Tempel Lipizzans. Learn the history of the famed white stallions, their journey to America and the ongoing preservation of the breed and its training. Watch world-class dressage trainers as they prepare the horses for next year's performance season...More Details
ONGOING Amber Room at Mickey Finns Brewery
Amber Room at Mickey Finn's Brewery
412 N. Milwaukee Ave. | Libertyville, IL
847-362-6688
Come check out the Amber Room, Mickey Finn's newly redesigned upper-level. It features live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday as well as other special occasions. Thursdays generally feature acoustic music, and there is never a cover. Friday and Saturday nights feature ful...More Details
ONGOING Kid FriendlySunday Champagne Brunch at Seasons of Long Grove
Seasons of Long Grove
314 Old McHenry Road | Long Grove, IL
847-634-9150
Sundays we open for our Champagne Brunch from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. which includes a bountiful buffet of Thyme Roasted Beef, Baked Ham off the Bone, Sage Roasted Turkey, Wood Planked Salmon, Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce, Cinnamon French Toast with Glazed Granny Smith Apples...More Details
ONGOING Live Entertainment at McCarthy's
McCarthy's restaurant and Irish Pub
506 Hawthorn Center | Vernon Hills, IL 60061
847-367-4704
Live Entertainment every Friday night starting at 9 p.m. For more information visit www.mccarthysrestaurant.com....More Details
ONGOING Kid FriendlyGuided Tours at Volo Bog
Volo Bog State Natural Area
28478 W. Brandenburg Rd. | Ingleside, IL 60050
815-344-1294
Volo Bog is Illinois' only remaining open-water quaking bog. Summer presents a progression of botanical delights. June brings water hemlock and tufted loosetrife followed by rose pogonia orchids, skullcaps and arrowhead. July presents boneset, willow herbs and smartweed. In A...More Details
ONGOING Kid FriendlySunday Champagne Brunch
200 N. Green Bay Road | Waukegan, IL 60085
847-336-4696
Come join us for Sunday Champagne Brunch. Serving for over 20 years - IT'S LAKE COUNTY'S BEST KEPT SECRET! Featuring Shrimp, Oysters, Freshly made Crepes, Carved Steamship Round of Beef and Virginia Baked Ham, Breakfast Items and much much more. For the Sweets among you we offer ...More Details
ONGOING Kid FriendlyChocolate Factory Tour
Long Grove Confectionery
333 Lexington Dr. | Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
847-459-0269 | Toll Free: 888-459-3100
Hear a brief history of our candy kitchen. See incredible chocolates being produced as you venture down the walkway on a guided tour. Smell the chocolate aroma and finally taste a sample of our gourmet chocolate before visiting the Factory Store. Reservations Mon.-Thurs. Walki...More Details
ONGOING Live Entertainment at Lovells of Lake Forest
Lovells of Lake Forest
915 S. Waukegan Road | Lake Forest, IL 60045
847-234-8013
The Captain's Quarters features live music. The perfect blend of soothing jazz and contemporary sounds to wind down your week with Derrick "Suede" Stout and Company and soar into Saturday night with great music from the 60's, 70's and 80's with Bobby Rex and Guest. Friday featu...More Details
ONGOING Kid FriendlyJelly Belly Virtual Tour
Jelly Belly Visitor Center
10100 Jelly Belly Lane | Pleasant Prairie, WI, WI
1-866-868-7522
Free Tour and Free Samples at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center. Store hours are 9am-5pm and tour hours are 9am-4pm daily. (Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.) For more information call 1-866-868-7522....More Details
10/04/08 - 02/15/09 Kid FriendlyThe American Soldier: A Photographic Tribute
Lake County Discovery Museum
Lakewood Forest Preserve | Wauconda, IL
847-968-3400
View the faces of American soldiers from the Civil War through the Iraq war in this special photographic tribute to the men and women in uniform. The American Soldier is a national touring exhibition and will be on display for the first time in the Chicago area. Admission: $6 ad...More Details
ONGOING Chicago Botanic Garden Farmers' Market
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road | Glencoe, IL 60022

The Chicago Botanic Garden Farmers' Market moves indoors to extend the season. On the 1st Sunday of the month on November2; December 7; and January 7, 2009, purchase products from local, organic farmers at this public farmers' market. The Farmers' Market is located in the Garden ...More Details
11/21/08 - 02/20/09 Astronomy Nights at Volo Bog
| Volo, IL
815-344-1294
The Lake County Astronomical Society (LCAS) will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7:30 pm Friday, November 21, at the Volo Bog State Natural Area visitor center in Ingleside. The meeting will begin with a business session, which will be followed by the public astronomy program...More Details
11/22/08 - 03/28/09 Bird Walks at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Meet in the Parking Lot of Vola Bog State Natural Area
| Volo, IL
815-344-1294
Enjoy migrating birds in a variety of habitats at Volo Bog SNA. Dress for the weather; bring binoculars and field guides or borrow ours. Walk length and time varies from 1 - 3+ hours with weather & luck in birding! Walks are co-sponsored by McHenry County Audubon and led by its m...More Details
12/10/08 - 02/15/09 The Bowery Boys
Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
Ten Marriott Dr. | Lincolnshire, IL 60069
847-634-0200
The Bowery Boys follows the journey of Dick Hunter, a street-wise kid, and Mary, a young British heiress through the tough streets of Manhattan. These two orphans and their street-urchin friends brave a host of dangerous adventures while never losing their hope for a brighter fut...More Details
12/28/08 - 02/28/09 Kid FriendlyMoraine Meanders at Moraine Hills State Park
See description for meeting places
| Volo, IL
815-344-1294
Moraine Meanders explore nature throughout the seasons in a variety of habitats. The surprise theme each month is based on "What's Happening Now!" Nature Activities are woven into these morning hikes making them ideal for the kids and the Young-at-Heart. All ages are welcome. ...More Details
01/11/09 - 01/11/09 Kid FriendlyVolo Bog's 17th Annual WinterFest
Volo Bog State Natural Area
| Volo, IL
815-344-1294
Volo Bog's 17th Annual WinterFest features live music, photo contest awards, guided bog hikes and more Sunday, January 11, 2009 12 noon - 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of Volo Bog at Volo Bog State Natural Area Looking for a great combination of indoor and outdoor fun ...More Details
01/14/09 - 01/14/09 Kid FriendlyOliver!
Genesee Theatre
203 N. Genesee St. | Waukegan, IL 60085
847-782-2366
OLIVER! brings to the stage some of Charles Dicken's most unforgettable characters. Hits such as Food, Glorious Food and Where is Love surround this heartwarming tale in an all new production of Lionel Bart's magical musical. Admission: $33.00 - $53.00....More Details
01/23/09 - 01/23/09 Kid FriendlyStyx in Concert
Genesee Theatre
203 N. Genesee | Waukegan, IL 60085
847-782-2366
Star Productions presents STYX for one night only on Friday, January 23 at 8 PM. The hit band returns to the Genesee Theatre, playing favorites such as Lady" and "Come Sail Away." Tickets priced at $80 and $55 are on sale Saturday, November 1 at 10AM and can be purchased at the G...More Details
01/25/09 - 01/25/09 Marsh Walk at Volo Bog State Natural Area
| Volo, IL
815-344-1294
Explore the marsh atop its frozen surface. Walk right up to muskrat lodges in search of mink tracks; luck upon an open hole in the ice where tadpoles, fish and muskrats surface to breathe. See the determined tracks of a hunting fox or coyote. Enjoy the silence of winter! Led by n...More Details
01/30/09 - 01/30/09 Kris Kristofferson
Genesee Theatre
203 N. Genesee St | Waukegan, IL 60085
847-782-2366
NiteLite Promotions and the Genesee Theatre are proud to present legendary singer-songwriter and actor, Kris Kristofferson for a very special performance on Friday, January 30 at 8pm. Kris Kristofferson is best known for hits such as "Me and Bobby McGee", "Sunday Mornin' Comin' D...More Details
01/31/09 - 02/01/09 Kid FriendlyAntioch's Winter Arts & Crafts Faire
Antioch Community High School
| Antioch, IL
847-295-2233
The Winter 2009 Arts & Crafts Faire will be held on Saturday, January 31st and Sunday, February 1st indoors at the Antioch Community High School. This is a great time to "beat the winter blues" and get a head start on Spring! This two-day Arts and Crafts Faire features hand-cr...More Details