eNews: COVID Updates, Tree Collection, & More!

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By The City of Lake Forest

Jan 11, 2022

Lake Forest Community News

This week's eNews includes COVID News & Updates, New Date for Athletic Fields Community Workshop #2, Snow Removal Priorities, Christmas Tree Collection, Fitness Center Special, Things to Know, Upcoming Events, and More.

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COVID News & Updates

The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting high transmission of COVID-19, with cases continuing to increase locally and across the state, with the number of new COVID-19 cases reaching all-time highs over the past week.

Courtesy of Lake County Health Department Data Hub.

Public health officials urge everyone age five and older mask up, vax up, get boosted and limit in-person activities where physical distancing cannot be maintained.

What You Need To Know

New quarantine and isolation guidance issued by the CDC.
CDC authorizes Pfizer booster dose for individuals ages 12 and older and shortens recommendation to 5 months for those fully-vaccinated.
COVID-19 test seekers beware. The number of illegitimate pop-up testing sites is on the rise and these sites are eager to take advantage of you. If you’re looking to get tested, find information about legitimate testing sites on the IDPH website.

West Deerfield Township Hosts Vaccination and Booster Event Sat, Jan. 8

If you’re looking for a COVID-19 vaccination or booster, West Deerfield Township (601 Deerfield Road) will be hosting a free walk-in event on Saturday, January 8 from 11 am-4 pm. No appointment necessary and no ID is required. Call 847.945.0614 with questions.

Athletic Fields Community Workshop Moved to Feb. 17

Due to the rise in COVID cases, the date for Athletic Field Improvements Community Workshop #2 has been moved to Thursday, February 17. While the workshop date has been pushed back, we remain committed to engaging the community and gathering input on this project. If you're planning to attend, please register in advance. For the latest project information, including a summary from the first workshop, please visit the project webpage.

How Does the City Prioritize Snow Removal?

During a big weather event, Snow Command uses the list above to prioritize resources for clearing snow and ice. However, during smaller weather events, many of the items listed above occur simultaneously. Learn more about Snow Operations and follow the Public Works Department on Facebook for updates on winter weather.

Christmas Tree Collection

'Tis the season to recycle your Christmas Tree! During the month of January, leave your real tree at the curb on your regular scheduled recycling days and we'll collect it to be ground up and composted. To be collected, trees 1) must be free of all lights and ornamentation, 2) must have the tree stand removed, and 3) cannot be in plastic tree bags.

Lake Forest Fitness Center New Member Special

Interested in joining the Lake Forest Fitness Center? Now is the time! Sign up by January 31 and get:

2 months FREE or 5 FREE Group Exercise Classes
$50 OFF Personal Training Package
2 FREE Guest Passes
$0 Enrollment Fee
New Member Orientation

For more information, visit LakeForestFitnessCenter.com or call 847.810.3932.

Things to Know

Join Our Team

It's a great time to start a career with the City of Lake Forest! Work alongside a team that encourages professional and personal growth while engaging in municipal financing initiatives as a Staff Accountant I. Like this newsletter and want to help write it? Join our team as a part-time Communications Specialist. We're also hiring for various part-time positions throughout the City.

Interested in Taking a CPR Class?

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) helps save lives. The Lake Forest Fire Department is planning to host CPR classes this year and wants to know what days/times work best for those interested in attending. Take the survey! Once classes are scheduled, we'll let you know how to register.

Find it on Lake Forest Love

What's new on Lake Forest Love? Hitting a High Note: Lake Forest College Welcomes Music Institute of Chicago, Taking a 10-Minute Break is Essential to Good Mental Health, and more!

Lake Forest Love is a blog of the City of Lake Forest where we write about the amazing stories in our community. Subscribe to the Lake Forest Love newsletter to receive stories straight to your inbox.

End of Season Sale at the Lake Forest Station Pop-Up Shop

Don't miss your last chance this season to find one-of-a-kind Lake Forest merchandise and to support 14 local non-profits at the Lake Forest Station Pop-Up Shop! All items will be 20%-50% off, while supplies last. Hours: Friday, January 7, 11 am-5 pm and Saturday, January 8 from 11 am-4 pm.

Community Happenings

Featured Events

Youth Coding Classes

Grades 3rd-5th: Begins Monday, January 10, 4 pm

Grades K-2nd: Begins Wednesday, January 12, 4, pm

Learn basic coding concepts, different programming languages, and game building through both hands-on and digital activities. Register today.

Kinderhaven Preschool Academy Open House

Saturday, January 15, 2-4 pm

Are you interested in a preschool that emphasizes a Reggio philosophy, art, and compassion? If you are, then Lake Forest Parks & Recreation's Kinderhaven Preschool Academy is the place for you! Come to the Open House on Saturday, January 15 from 2-4 pm to see why KPA is such an exciting and vibrant place for your developing child’s educational needs. For more information contact Jennifer Eggert, 847.810.3947 or eggertj@cityoflakeforest.com. Learn more

Red Rose Jazz

Sunday, January 16, 4 pm

Come enjoy this annual highlight at Gorton Community Center! The Red Rose Jazz Band returns for a safe concert in our John & Nancy Hughes Theater, to allow patrons to spread out and feel safe. Red Rose presents the very best of ragtime, dixie and early jazz. Buy tickets

Household Chemical Waste Event

Saturday, January 22

Schedule an appointment to drop off items at SWALCO's Household Chemical Waste Event at SWALCO's Gurnee Facility (1311 N. Estes Street, Gurnee, IL 60031). Collections are for residential waste only. No business waste will be accepted. Safety is crucial during your visit. Please stay in your vehicle

Accepted items include: CFL bulbs, unwanted prescription, over-the-counter medicines and supplements (people and pet), household cleaners, gasoline, garden chemicals, pesticides, oil-based paints (no latex) and varnishes, as well as other household chemicals. For a more detailed list visit SWALCO's Household Chemical Waste Website.

Community Events