Lake County Gazette

PAWS Chicago Adoption Event

Join PAWS Chicago for a heartwarming Adoption Event on Saturday, Dec. 6, from noon-3 p.m. at the Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest. This free community event invites animal lovers to meet a variety of adorable, adoptable dogs and cats ready to find their forever homes. Visitors can enjoy meet-and-greets with the animals, learn about their personalities, and speak with PAWS volunteers about the adoption process. Every adoption helps save a life and supports PAWS Chicago’s mission to rescue more pets in need. No appointments are required, and the event will take place rain or shine. Come for the cuddles, stay for the connection, and maybe leave with your new best friend.

It's a Wonderful Life in Lake Bluff! | Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce

It's a Wonderful Life in Lake Bluff!

Celebrate the season at It’s a Wonderful Life in Lake Bluff! on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 2-5 p.m. in downtown Lake Bluff. This beloved annual event marks the start of the holiday season with festive activities for all ages, including a charming holiday market, live reindeer, and family fun at the Lake Bluff History Museum and Lake Bluff Public Library. Enjoy steaming cups of hot cocoa, joyful holiday music, and community cheer as the village transforms into a winter wonderland. The celebration culminates in the magical lighting of the iconic glowing orbs on the Village Green, a Lake Bluff tradition not to be missed. For full event details, visit www.LFLBchamber.com.

Monday, Nov. 24

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

WHEN: 6:30-11 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Forest City Hall, 220 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest

Village Board Meeting

WHEN: 7 p.m.

WHERE: Village Hall Board Room, 40 E. Center Ave., Lake Bluff

Wednesday, Nov. 26

Hike the Holidays

WHEN: 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

WHERE: Jean and John Greene Nature Preserve, 798 Sheridan Road, Lake Forest

School's Out: Feast for the animals

WHEN: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Mellody Farm Nature Preserve, 350 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $50-60

Lake Forest Pie Night

WHEN: 7-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Christ Church Lake Forest, 100 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest

Friday, Nov. 28

41st Annual Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration

WHEN: 3 p.m.

WHERE: Market Square, Lake Forest

Saturday, Nov. 29

Cocoa Crawl

WHEN: Noon-3 p.m.

WHERE: Starts in Market Square - trolley ride will circle Downtown Lake Forest

Monday, Dec. 1

Kid’s Art: Vase & Bookmark Workshop

WHEN: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $38

Committee of the Whole Meeting

WHEN: 6-8 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Bluff Park District, 355 W. Washington Ave., Lake Bluff

City Council Meeting

WHEN: 6:30-11 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Forest City Hall, 220 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest

Tuesday, Dec. 2

Winter/Spring Resident Registration Opens

WHEN: 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: Recreation Center, 400 Hastings, Lake Forest

Little Sprouts Cookie Decorating (3 – 5 Years)

WHEN: 11 a.m.-Noon

WHERE: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $35

Once Upon a Bagel Ribbon Cutting

WHEN: 1-2 p.m.

WHERE: Once Upon a Bagel, 268 E. Deerpath, Lake Forest

All Things Google

WHEN: 6-7 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Forest Library, 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest

Women’s Christmas Tea

WHEN: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Christ Church Lake Forest, 100 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest

Architectural Board of Review Meeting

WHEN: 7 p.m.

WHERE: Village Hall Board Room, 40 E. Center Ave., Lake Bluff

Jazz Ensemble Concert

WHEN: 7-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Lily Reid Holt Chapel, Lake Forest College, 555 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Forest

Wednesday, Dec. 3

Demo Cooking Class: A Rustic French Autumn

WHEN: 6-9 p.m.

WHERE: Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest

PRICE: $121

Building Review Board Meeting

WHEN: 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Forest Municipal Services, 800 N. Field Drive, Lake Forest

Winter Choral Concert

WHEN: 7-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Calvin Durand Hall, Mohr Student Center, Lake Forest College, 555 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Forest

Thursday, Dec. 4

Tech Talk Café

WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Lake Forest Library, 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest

Echo in the Canyon

WHEN: 7-9 p.m.

WHERE: Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $5-10

Friday, Dec. 5

Winter Band and Orchestra Concert

WHEN: 7-9 p.m.

WHERE: Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois St., Lake Forest

Saturday, Dec. 6

Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast With Santa

WHEN: 7 a.m.-Noon

WHERE: Grace United Methodist Church, 244 E. Center Ave., Lake Bluff

Eco-Crew: Baa and Mello’s Preserve at Westfork Savanna

WHEN: 9 a.m.-Noon

WHERE: Mello's Preserve at Westfork Savanna, Old Mill and Route 22, Lake Forest

CPR, AED and Optional First Aid Course

WHEN: 1:30-4 p.m.

WHERE: Gorton Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $65

Lake Bluff Public Library Winter Open House

WHEN: 2-4 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Bluff Public Library, 123 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff

Holiday Artisan & Craft Market

WHEN: 2-5 p.m.

WHERE: Scranton Ave., adjacent to the Village Green, Lake Bluff

Making the Movie: Home Alone

WHEN: 3-4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest

PRICE: $10-15

Lighting of the Orbs

WHEN: 5 p.m.

WHERE: Lake Bluff Village Green