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Antioch
Sale: Antioch Garden Club’s annual Plant Sale will be held, rain or shine, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 16 at the Williams Park Pavilion, 741 Main St., behind Antioch Library, near Depot Street. There will be perennials, annuals, trees, and a bake sale. Proceeds go toward Antioch community projects. Details, (847) 395-8902.
Buffalo Grove
Applicants: The village seeks applicants for the position of Trustee to fill an unexpired term ending April 30, 2017. Candidates possessing skills and experience in community affairs, business administration, organizational leadership and community development are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Illinois Compiled Statues (65 ILCS 5/3.1-10-5), any person appointed to the position of Trustee shall be a qualified elector of the village and have resided within the corporate limits at least one year next preceding the date of appointment. The Village Board will review applications during the month of June. To be considered for this position, email a resume and cover letter indicating your candidacy and highlighting relevant experience to Julie Kamka, deputy village clerk, at [email protected] on or before Friday, May 22. For more information, call (847) 459-2500, or email [email protected].
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Gurnee
Expo: In an effort to prevent house fires and keep families safe, the Lake County Fire Chiefs Association will host its annual Lake County Fire Safety Expo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at Gurnee Mills, parking lot E near Bass Pro Shop,. I94 and Grand Avenue. This free community event will provide families with the opportunity to learn about the latest fire prevention tips, while enjoying a variety of interactive activities and games, refreshments and entering for the chance to win incredible prizes. For more information, call (847) 263-7500.
Lake County
Registration: The Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County provides community based therapeutic recreation services for individuals with disabilities and their families. The upcoming Summer 2015 season, which begins June 1, offers summer day camps for youth and teen-aged children. This summer’s program, themed “Road Trip-U.S.A.” Camp, is filled with engaging activities, swim days, arts and crafts, exciting field trips around town, and much more. In addition to camp, a wonderful variety of programs are offered to ensure a vibrant season, starting at ages three and older. Weekly programs and special events are available, covering an extensive range of activities and interests. Special Olympics sports are also available, team and individual. The current brochure as well as registration material is available on-line at http://www.sraclc.org. The deadline to register is at 1 p.m. May 18. For more information, call (847) 816-4866.
Libertyville
Registration: Registration is now open for The David Adler Music and Arts Center Summer Individual Music Instruction with an extraordinary line-up of new group music classes at 1700 N. Milwaukee Ave. Musicians of all ages and skill levels are invited to register for individual lessons in piano, voice, violin, cello, viola, guitar, ukulele, banjo, and mandolin. Summer lessons are arranged on flexible “pay as you play” schedule to accommodate summer vacations, and to provide opportunities to explore new instruments. The Center also offers exceptional new group classes in Suzuki Basics: Violin, Cello, and in Guitar and Ukulele. Group classes are designed to develop musical ability while fostering a sense of musical community. Group classes are also a way to begin, or try-out a new instrument. Call the Center at (847) 367-0707 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday or between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays for additional information or to register for classes.
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