By Sheryl DeVore
Here are three events scheduled from June 23-28 in Lake County.
The Wayouts perform at concert series
As part of the annual outdoor Concert in the Plaza series, The Wayouts will perform rock ‘n’ roll music at 7:30 p.m. on June 27 in Libertyville. Bring blanket and lawn chairs to hear the concert overlooking a 129-acre lake. Bring your own food and drink or visit the café and beer garden. $10 per vehicle after 5 p.m. Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 Buckley Road. 847-968-3499. lcfpd.org/2023-concerts.
Taste of Highland Park and Bitter Jester Music Festival
The annual taste of Highland Park runs from 5 to 10 p.m., June 23, and noon to 10 p.m., June 24. Savor special dishes and listen to live music. The Bitter Jester Music Festival Grand Finale Concert will be held from noon to 8 p.m., June 25 at the same venue. Free. The Lot, 523 Central Ave. 847-926-1000. enjoyhighlandpark.com/tasteofhighlandpark
Strawberry Fest returns for three days
Historic downtown Long Grove features its annual tribute to strawberries June 23-25. Hours are noon to 11 p.m., June 23, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., June 24 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 25. The event features live music, a carnival, family entertainment, and of course, the sweet, red fruit that ripens in June. Patrons can taste strawberry-laden popcorn, fudge, funnel cakes, smoothies, ice cream and other food and drink. $5-$10. 145 Old McHenry Road. longgrove.org/festivals/strawberry-fest
Sheryl DeVore is a freelance reporter for the News-Sun.