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Call for art! The Art Center in Highland Park is looking for artists to participate in an upcoming juried exhibition called "Garden Party." The exhibition is open to artists from across the country and is a celebration of garden-inspired art. To submit work for jurying, go to www.theartcenterhp.org and download a prospectus/entry form.
Seeking Donations for the Prince of Peace rummage sale that will be held 8 a.m.-8 p.m. June 11-12 and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13 at 135 S. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. Scheduling for pickup for larger items now. Small items will be accepted in June. Call (847) 356-6111 or poprummagesale@yahoo.com
The public is invited to the Cuneo Gardens Art Fest, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., May 23 and 24 at the historic Cuneo Museum, 1350 Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, north of Route 60.
Entertainment
Placing Paws of Illinois will host their first annual Wags, Whiskers & Wine Family Fun Fest & Adoption Event Fundraiser from 3:30-6 p.m., May 17 at the Cuneo Museum and Gardens 1350 N. Milwaukee Ave. Vernon Hills. The family event will include a wine tasting, raffles, pet photography, arts and crafts, food and more. $10 donation per person, children free. Go to www.PlacingPawsRescue.org
Volo Bog State Natural Area hosts monthly book discussions the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Volo Bog's Vistor Center Library at 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Reservations are requested, call (815) 344-1294 or dnr.volobog.illinois.gov July 11: Henry Chandler Cowles: Pioneer Ecologist by Victor Cassidy; Aug. 8: Dark Banquet-Blood and the Curious Lives of Blood-feeding Creatures by Bill Schutt.
First Friday" is a summer-long event, sponsored by MainStreet Libertyille, and the start of a new tradition with stores open late on the First Friday of May, June, July (second Friday) and August offering entertainment, shopping and fun in downtown Libertyville. Questions, call (847) 680-0336.
Highwood Historical Society annual meeting and dinner takes place at 5:30 p.m., May 19 at Miramar Bistro in Highwood. Topic: Creating Chicago's North Shore, A Suburban History, by author Michael H. Ebner. Reservations required by calling (847) 433-2984.
The Mundelein Centennial Commitee presents An Evening of Music on May 30 at the University of St. Mary Of The Lake. Outdoor reception 6 p.m., concert 7 p.m. Contact Donna Morrison at (847) 949-9274 for tickets.
Artist Patty Rodgers will be featured at the Antioch Fine Arts Foundation for the month of May presenting cityscapes of ink and acrylic added to her use of oils. Call (847) 838--2274 or visit www.antiochfinearts.org
Fund-raisers
Walk & Roll with American Cancer Society on May 17 at Independence Grove. Registration begins at 8 a.m. event begins at 9 a.m. Take part in a five-mile walk, 10-mile in-line skate or 15 mile-bike. No registration fee required. Participants are encouraged to raise pledges or make donations. Call (847) 317-0025.
Placing Paws of Illinois will host their first annual Wags, Whiskers & Wine Family Fun Fest & Adoption Event Fundraiser from 3:30-6 p.m., May 17 at the Cuneo Museum and Gardens 1350 N. Milwaukee Ave. Vernon Hills., The family event will include a wine tasting, raffles, pet photography, clown, face painting, animal communicator, Reiki sessions, arts and crafts, food and more. $10 donation per person, children free. Go to www.PlacingPawsRescue.org
Highland Park's LOBSTERFEST of Trinity Church with proceeds used to support community outreach programs. Pound-plus lobsters and prime Boston cut sirloin. Lobsters are $25 each, cooked or ready-to-cook, steaks $10 each. All orders must be prepaid and are due May 18. Please download an order form at www.trinitychurchhp.org. Orders may be faxed (837.432.6710) or mailed to Trinity, but must be received by May 18. Pick up is 4 - 6 p.m. May 30 at Trinity Church, 425 Laurel Avenue, Highland Park.
Walk in the Park at Six Flags Great America to raise money to Cure Kids Cancer. This walk-a-thon will be held at 8 a.m. on June 27 at 1 Great America Parkway, Grand Ave., Gurnee. $15 registration fee. To volunteer or register, go to www.walkintheparks.org or call (847) 249-1776.
Golf Outing hosted by the Exchange Club of Gurnee will be held May 19. Tee time is 8:30 a.m. with four player scramble format (best ball) is used with prizes for lowest gross, longest drive and closest to the pin.. $90 entry fee includes 18 holes golf, breakfast and lunch. Business sponsorships are available. For registration form, call Frank at (847) 691-1098 or e-mail exchangegolfouting@comcast.net
The Mundelein Police Department is sponsoring a golf outing for Special Olympics on May 27 at Steeple Chase Golf Course, 200 North LaVista Drive, Mundelein. Contact Cynthia Peart at (847) 968-3775 for details.
St. Patrick Church Lake Forest will host a Dinner Dance Fundraiser at 6 p.m., May 30 at the Deerpath Inn, 255 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest. Tickets are $200 per couple, black tie optional. Contact Jo Ann Bednar, Communications Coordinator at (847) 234-1401, ext. 208; jbednar@stpatrick-lakeforest.org. www.stpatrick-lakeforest.org
Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center kicks off their 7th Annual "Women Helping Women" luncheon fundraiser event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., June 19 at 4275 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee, with keynote speaker Katie Hnida, first female kicker to score in Division 1 college football. Auction/raffle and box lunch. Call Betty Duncan, (847) 244-1187, ext. 37 or visit www.zcenter.org.
Health
Having a Baby? Vista Health offers classes for expectant parents. Available by calling Vista's New Family Center (847) 360-4297, Ext. 5218.
Free breast and cervical cancer screenings are offered to eligible Lake County women though the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, located at the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center. Call the Health Department (847) 377-8430.
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center offers several programs at no charge to eligible pregnant women, mothers and children who live in Lake County. Call (847) 377-8420.
The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center offers confidential walk-in clinics for the screening and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases each week at the following times and sites: 4 p.m. Tuesday first-come, first-served with limited openings at Belvidere Medical Building, 2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan; 4 p.m. Thursdays, at Belvidere Medical Building, 2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan. Call the Health Department at (847) 377-8450.
Lake County Health Department is at the Antioch VFW Post 4551, 75 North Ave., from 4 to 6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month. Immunizations of all types are available at a low cost. Call the Health Department at (847) 377-8470.
The Healthy Highland Park Task Force is offering a 10-week Losers Win weight loss challenge for adults who live or work in Highland Park and Highwood. Pre-register on-line at www.cityhpil.com or register at one of the mandatory initial weigh times. Call for locations and times, (847) 926-1033.
Lambs Farm
The Thrift Shop gratefully accepts donations of new and gently used items including clothing, jewelry, collectibles, books, linens, toys, tools, electronics, lamps, kitchen wares and more. Donation drop-offs are accepted between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To learn more, visit www.lambsfarm.org/business/thriftshop.html
The Lambs Farm horses, sheep and pigs are preparing to welcome the public to the Lambs Farm Farmyard on weekends. The Farmyard, Petting Zoo, Discovery Center and Gift Shop will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information on the Farmyard, including prices for memberships and daily entrance, call (847) 990-3760 or visit www.lambsfarm.org.
Religion
Conscious Connection Group, a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God, meets at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 1310 S. Milwaukee Rd., Vernon Hills (corner of Route 45 and Milwaukee Ave.). Contact Rev. Patty Pipia at (847) 845-8818.
First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest offers a community-wide program, "Help When You Need It", based on community symposium: Economic Crisis Close to Home, at 7 p.m., on the first and third Thursday of the month at the church, 700 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Forest. Questions, call Kristie Finley at (847) 234-6250.
Society of Mary the local ward of Immaculate Heart meets at 9 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at Holy Cross Chapel, 500 Park Ave., and Route 83, Unite 102, Lake Villa. Visit www.societyofmary-ne-il.org
Volunteers
Career Resource Center, at 40 E. Old Mill Road, Suite 105, Lake Forest, is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that provides professional assistance to individuals in employment transition. CRC offers meaningful opportunities. To volunteer or for additional information, call (847) 295-5626 or e-mail volunteer@careerresourcecenter.org.
CASA is in need of 200 more adults to volunteer to help abused and neglected children. Volunteers will study the child welfare and juvenile court systems as well as observe the court in action before being sworn in as CASA advocates. Call Leslie Claiborne (847) 808-9154.
Animal Education and Rescue a non-profit organization, is seeking volunteers for programs in Lake County to care of foster animals, assist during special events, help with office work, become a foster parent and help with educational programs. Call (847) 816-0831.
Friends of a Safe Place welcomes those who would like to help them in supporting victims of domestic violence from Lake County. Friends of a Safe Place raises funds to help 24-hour hot line, emergency shelter, interim housing, counseling, court advocacy programs. Call Joan Duncan (847) 295-3405, Molly Browe (847) 948-0707 or Gerry Peterson (847) 234-8000.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Project of the Legal Assistance Foundation needs caring volunteers to visit nursing home residents, provide information and assist residents and family members in the resolution of concerns and problems. Call Kaitin Hannon, Volunteer Coordinator (847)475-3703.
Women of color and bilingual women are needed as volunteers at Lake County Council Against Sexual Assault. Call LaCASA (847) 244-1187.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength an early detection program for high school senior girls called "Just for Teens." All training and materials are provided. Call Patty Jacobs (708) 386-6179.
Youth
Animal Education and Rescue's We Care! Youth Club meetings feature guest speakers, educational programs and fund-raising activities. The meetings are held from 3-5 p.m., the first Sunday of each month at Care Animal Hospital, 1101 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Animal Education and Rescue at (847) 816-0831. All events are listed on www.aear.org.
Prairie Crossing Learning Farm Camp is accepting applications for children and young adults in programs that allows for working an organic farm. Six different groups in five age ranges with sessions through Oct. 1 at 32400 North Harris Road, Grayslake. Call (847) 548-4062 ext. 17 or www.pclearningfarm.org
Friendship Group a social skills group for youth in grades three-eight and addresses the needs of children who wish to improve and develop their skills at making friends and communicating. This program for Warren Township residents is free. To arrange for a brief intake, call (847) 244-1101 ext. 402.
Kindermusik early childhood music and movement program offers four developmental-level classes from 18 months through age 7 in Gurnee and other locations. Call Susan at (847) 662-4208 or www.kindermusikbysusan.com
Community Youth Network provides services to residents of Lake, McHenry, Cook and Kenosha counties. The agency's programs are designed to provide comprehensive, outpatient social services to assist individuals and families experiencing difficulties in a variety of areas. Call (847) 548-6000.
Theater Arts Camp for Kids with Autism an eight week camp for children in grades three-eight from June 15-Aug. 9 at Starland Creativity Center, Deerfield. Cost $500. There will be a support program for parents and siblings. Space limited. Call Laura (224) 456-4989.
Camp Invention a non-profit science enrichment program that develops creative thinking, teamwork and problem-solving skills for children entering grades first through sixth. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 15-19 at Bannockburn School, 2165 Telegraph Road, Bannockburn. Call Shawn (847) 945-5900 or visit www.campinvention.org to register.
Bricks4Autism a Lego Club for children 5 years and up that meets the first Saturday of the month. BFA meets from 4-5 p.m. and Aspergers from 4-6 p.m. at the Deerfield Park District, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield. To register go to www.brickology.com or call Beth at (847) 494-5346.
The Boy Scouts offer the following programs:
Cub Scouts - boys in first through fifth grades; Boy Scouts - boys in fifth through 12th grades; and Venturing - young men and women ages 14-21. Call (847) 433-1813.
Programs for Early Childhood Participants - Children from one to eight years of age may participate in a variety of activities at the Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield. Call Ginny at (847)572-2624 or e-mail ginnyw@dfpd.org.
B'nai Torah offers is accepting enrollment for the 2009-10 school year, Pre- and Post-Camp and Summer Camp.To register, call the education office of B'nai Torah, (847) 433-6900, or e-mail laurie@congregationbnaitorah.org.
Registration for the 2009-10 school year at the JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center is open. Contact Ileane Voigt, ivoigt@jcys.org, (847) 433-6001, ext. 116, or Johanna Sievers, jsievers@jcys.org, (847) 433-6001, ext. 101.
Registration for 2009-10 Nursery School and Summer Camp programs at Highland Park Community Nursery School and Day Care Center are being accepted. To tour the school (including our full-sized gym and art studio) and to visit classrooms. Call (847) 432-3301.
Family Network for parents with children newborn to age 4 can meet others, relax, play, learn and exchange ideas at Family Network Parent/Child Center, 330 Laurel Ave. in Highland Park. The center is open to all, and an adjusted fee is available. Call Terry Beem, (847) 433-0377, or visit www.familynetworkcenter.org.
Bethany Early Childhood Learning Center in Highland Park is holding summer camp registration for children ages 15 months through 12 years from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The center is at 1696 McGovern St. (west of Green Bay, south of Central, at the corner of McGovern and Laurel). Call (847) 432-2269.