Birds, Butterflies & Blooms: The Wonder of Nature In Your Own Backyard
Birds, Butterflies & Blooms: The Wonder of Nature In Your Own Backyard is an engaging educational event on May 3 from 1-3:30 p.m. at Lake Forest Country Day School, located at 145 S. Green Bay Road, Lake Forest where attendees will learn how to attract birds and pollinators while supporting local ecosystems through sustainable yard practices, featuring a presentation by Doug Tallamy of Homegrown National Park and University of Delaware, followed by opportunities to connect with experts from organizations like Lake County Forest Preserve District and Lake County Audubon Society, offering practical guidance on native plants, habitat creation, pest management, and ecological stewardship.
Mother’s Day Sips: Petite Wine Tasting
Celebrate a delightful afternoon at Mother’s Day Sips: Petite Wine Tasting on May 9 from 3-4:30 p.m. at Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest where guests can enjoy a curated tasting experience featuring sparkling wines, rosé, crisp whites, and light reds provided by Oakwood Vines, complemented by petite bites and sweet treats in a relaxed, garden-inspired setting perfect for honoring Mother’s Day, offering a guided exploration of expressive, easy-drinking wines ideal for spring and early summer while creating a warm and memorable gathering for family and friends.
Monday, April 27
Monday Bird hikes
WHEN: 7-8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Jean and John Greene Nature Preserve, 798 Sheridan Road, Lake Forest
Tuesday, April 28
The Healing Power of Nature
WHEN: 1-2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Jean and John Greene Nature Preserve, 798 Sheridan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $10-15
COC Business After Hours: NIC+ZOE
WHEN: 4-6 p.m.
WHERE: NIC+ZOE, 266 Market Square, Lake Forest
Demo Cooking Class: Spring Lamb Supper with Chef Mickey Knutson
WHEN: 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $121
Spring in the Solarium: Garden Wine Tasting
WHEN: 7-8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $39
Wednesday, April 29
Adventures at Elawa
WHEN: Noon-1:15 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $42
Ruthless! The Musical
WHEN: 1-3 p.m.
WHERE: Citadel Theatre, 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $45
Modena Green Oaks Ribbon Cutting
WHEN: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: 29330 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Bluff
An Evening with James Beard Award-winning author Nancy Matsumoto
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $79
Thursday, April 30
Go Lake Forest: Water Plant Tour
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
WHERE: Lake Forest Water Plant, 800 N. Field Drive, Lake Forest
KPop Demon Hunter Training
WHEN: 6-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff
LFPD Autism Acceptance Fundraising Event
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Starbucks, 840 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $20
Top 10 Dos & Don’ts for Preserving Family Memorabilia
WHEN: 7-8 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Forest Library, 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest
The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John starring Michael Cavanaugh
WHEN: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $39-59
Friday, May 1
Cattails & Kiddies
WHEN: 4:30-6:30 pm.
WHERE: Mellody Farm Nature Preserve, 350 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $40-50
Family Campfires
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.
WHERE: Mellody Farm Nature Preserve, 350 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $45-55
Saturday, May 2
Queen Bess Centennial Aviation Film Festival
WHEN: 8 a.m.
WHERE: 1690 Cornell Ct, Lake Forest
GUEST CHEF – Cinco de Mayo with Chef Ernesto Rodriguez
WHEN: 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $158
Sunday, May 3
LFPF Annual Meeting & Preservation Award Winners Celebration
WHEN: 2-4 p.m.
WHERE: Bank Lane, Market Square, Lake Forest
Monday, May 4
Let’s Sketch Lake Forest!
WHEN: 9 a.m.
WHERE: Lake Forest Metra Station, 691 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest
Red Cross Blood Drive
WHEN: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
WHERE: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest
Tuesday, May 5
Sheridan Home Ribbon Cutting and Cinco de Mayo Celebration
WHEN: 4-6 p.m.
WHERE: 234 E. Wisconsin Ave., Lake Forest
The Rebirth of the Chicago River
WHEN: 7-8 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Forest Library, 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest
Wednesday, May 6
Community Dinners: Burger Night
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $42
Thursday, May 7
COC Biz & Brews
WHEN: 5-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Chief’s Pub, 502 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest
Community Dinners: Summer Grill Night
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest
PRICE: $69
Friday, May 8
Conservation Cocktails
WHEN: 6-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mellody Farm Nature Preserve, 350 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
PRICE: $20-25
Saturday, May 9
Chicago River Day
WHEN: 9 a.m.-Noon
WHERE: Skokie River Nature Preserve, W. Laurel Ave., Lake Forest
LFDA 50th Anniversary Recital
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: LFHS – Raymond Moore Auditorium, 1285 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest
Crab Tree Farm Walking Tour
WHEN: 1 p.m.
WHERE: 975 Sheridan Road, Lake Bluff
PRICE: $25-35
