Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few events to be aware of:The Lake Zurich Lions Club will offer photos with Santa from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19. The event will take place at the Lions Den on Main Street. All you have to do is donate three canned goods for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, and you'll receive a free 5x7 photo print courtesy of Walgreens. Additional prints can be purchased for 50 percent off. Appointments aren't necessary. Pets are also welcome! On Nov. 19, the Ela Area Public Library, in partnership with Pillars of Honor Inc., will unveil an …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers MarketWhere/when: Lions Park; 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30.Why go? Shop for locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade items. The market will be held rain or shine.Pricing: Free admission.2. Ansel Adams National Touring ExhibitWhere/when: Lake County Discovery Museum; 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.Why go? See the 70 rare, …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers MarketWhere/When: Lions Park; 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 23.Why Go?: Shop for locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. along with handmade items. The market will be held rain or shine.Pricing: Free admission.2. Sing! Live Performances Where/When: Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park; noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 24.Why Go?: See your favorite performers …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1. Grandparents Day Hike Where/when: Brushwood, Ryerson Conservation Area, Riverwoods; 10 to 11 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 11.Why go? Explore oak and maple trees with your grandparents on this special day. Visit the Ryerson cabins and the Brushwood Mansion that were built when your grandparents were young. All ages are welcome to attend this free event and no registration is required.Pricing: Free admission.2. …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time.Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1. 2nd Annual International World Tour Celebrating Historic Long Grove's Multinational DiversityWhere/When: Downtown Long Grove, 2110 Old McHenry Road; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 3 - 5.Why Go?: Enjoy several internationally-themed events, ethnic dancers and live music outdoors. Explore the rich culture in the shops of Long Grove, take advantage of their in-store specials and …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.     1.  Sunday Family Time at the Foglia Y Where/When: Foglia Y; 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 28. Why Go?: Spend some fun family time playing in the open gym or open swim at the Y. Visit www.fogliaymca.org for more details and membership information. Pricing: Free for Y members.   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market Where/When: Lions Park; 3 - 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 26. Why Go?: Shop for locally-grown …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.     1. Friday Night Community Campfire Where/When: Greenbelt Forest Preserve in North Chicago; 7 - 9 p.m., Friday, August 19.Why Go: Enjoy the magic of the last campfire of the summer, roast marshmallows, listen to music, tell stories, make crafts and more at this family event. Experience nature at night. Enter from the west side of Green Bay Road, south of Belvidere Road, across from the entrance to the …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.     1.  Kids' Night Out at the Foglia Y  Where/When: Foglia Y; 6 - 9 p.m., Friday, August 12. Why Go?: Kids looking for a night of fun are invited to come to the Strong Kids Center while their parents enjoy a night out. There will be crafts, games and stories. Dinner will also be served. Space is limited so please register early. Visit www.fogliaymca.org for more information. Pricing: $15 per child for Y …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.     1.  Lake Zurich Lions Club Charity Custom Car Show  Where/When: Lake Zurich Lion's Den; 8 a.m., Sunday, August 7. Why Go?: Gates open at 8 a.m. and the judging begins at noon. Trophy presentations will begin at 3 p.m. Door prizes, raffles and concessions, too. Pricing: Click here for more information.   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market Where/When: Lions Park; 3 - 7 p.m., Friday, August 5. Why Go…

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1.  Free Friday Night Family Film Where/when: College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; at dusk Friday, July 29. Why go? Bring some blankets and come out to the soccer fields at CLC and watch Rango outside on a giant 20- by 30-foot screen. Use the Washington Street entrance and park in lots 2 and 3. If it rains, the movie will be shown in the C wing auditorium, Room C005. Pricing: Free. 2…

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Lake Zurich Lions Club Alpine Fest  Where/When: Lake Zurich Lion's Den; 6 p.m. - midnight, Friday, July 22; Noon - midnight, Saturday, July 23; and 1 - 9 p.m. Sunday, July 24. Why Go?: Carnival rides, food, games, entertainment and family events. The largest parade in Lake County, the Alpine Fest Parade, takes place on Sunday. Pricing: Free admission. Fees for activities vary.   2. Lake Zurich …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Foglia Y Family Adventure Night  Where/When: Foglia Y; 6 - 9 p.m., Friday, July 15. Why Go?: Family Adventure Night features the rock climbing wall and high ropes course. Participants must be 5 or older to climb the wall and at least 5 feet tall to use the ropes course. Call (847) 438-5300 for more information. Pricing: Free for Y members   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market Where/When: Lions Park…

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Kids' Night Out  Where/When: Foglia Y; 6 - 9 p.m., Friday, July 8. Why Go?: Kids looking for a night of fun are invited to come to the Strong Kids Center while their parents enjoy a night out. There will be crafts, games and stories, and dinner will be served. Register early as space is limited. Please note that the YMCA staff cannot change diapers. Potty-trained children are preferred, but children …

1.  Foglia Y Sunday Family Time  Where/When: Foglia Y; 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, July 3. Why Go?: Bring the whole family to the Y. Open gym is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and open swim is from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pricing: Free for Y members   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market Where/When: Lions Park; 3 - 7 p.m., Friday, July 1. Why Go?: Shop for locally-grown, fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade items. The market will be open rain or shine. Pricing: Free admission   3. Independence / Family Day Celebration Where/When: Henry J. Paulus Park;  9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday, July 3. Why Go…

 1.  Foglia Y Sunday Family Time  Where/When: Foglia Y; 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, June 26. Why Go?: Bring the whole family to the Y. Open gym is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and open swim is from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pricing: Free for Y members   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market  Where/When: Lions Park; 3 - 7 p.m., Friday, June 24. Why Go?: Shop for locally-grown, fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade items. The market will be open rain or shine. Pricing: Free admission   3. Walk on the Wildflower Side  Where/When: Rollins Savanna, Washington Street at Atkinson Road, west of Route 45…

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Foglia Y Family Adventure Night  Where/When: Foglia Y; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Sunday, June 17. Why Go?: Family Adventure Night features the rock climbing wall and high ropes course. Participants must be 5 years old or older to climb the wall and at least 5 feet tall to use the ropes course. Pricing: Free for Y members. Call (847) 438-5300 for more information.   2. Lake Zurich Heritage Farmers Market  …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Foglia Y Sunday Family Time  Where/When: Foglia Y; 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, June 12. Why Go?: Bring the whole family to the Y. Open gym is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and open swim is from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pricing: Free for Y members   2. Meet the Artist Night  Where/When: Wise Women Gallery and Gifts; 6 - 8 p.m., Friday, June 10. Why Go?: Meet the local artists whose beautiful creations are on display…

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1.  Foglia Y Sunday Family Time  Where/When: Foglia Y; 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, June 5. Why Go?: Bring the whole family to the Y. Open gym is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and open swim is from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pricing: Free for Y members   2. Through a Child's Eyes: Healthcare Superheroes  Where/When: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Feet First Exhibition Hall, 3333 Green Bay Road, …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.    1. Concert for a Cause - Helping Kids Hear Where/When: Ravinia, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., May 27. Why Go?: Local band, Johnny K & Tempest Rising, with featured musical guests, perform at this concert sponsored by the Lake Forest Hearing Professionals. Pricing: Unavailable   2. Through a Child's Eyes: Healthcare Superheroes  Where/When: Rosalind Franklin University of …

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1. Community Campfire Friday Night Where / When: Greenbelt Forest Preserve, 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago; 7 - 9 p.m. May 20. Why Go? Enjoy the magic of a campfire, roast marshmallows, listen to music, make crafts and more at this family event. Enter the Greenbelt Forest Preserve from the west side of Green Bay Road, south of Belvidere Road, across from the entrance to the Greenbelt Cultural Center. …