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LAKE FOREST/LAKE BLUFF COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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LF Sidewalk Sale
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Sponsored by Market Square Merchants Association.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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LF Sidewalk Sale
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Sponsored by Market Square Merchants Association.
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Market on the Square
Time:
8:00am - 12:00pm
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Join Lake Forest's own Market on the Square (between Bank Lane and Forest Avenue) featuring local vendors and locally produced flowers, vegetables and goods. Market on the Square provides a congenial gathering place to trade locally grown and homemade products in an open air setting. Proceeds will benefit the community spirit as well as the local economy. Featured local vendors to date: The Garden at Elawa Farm, Amidei Mercatino, Southgate Cafe, Kiddles Sports, Lake Forest Flowers, Bee Boys and Charenton, and Organic Wellness Cafe.
For more information, call the City of Lake Forest at 847-613-7005 or visit http://www.cityoflakeforest.com/cs/ocm/cs_ocm2e7.htm
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Bluffinia Concert
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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"American English ... Beatles" on the Lake Bluff Village Green, funded by Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends. Village Grill will fire up their grill on the Village Green with simple picnic favorites. Special catering is also available.
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LF Day Carnival
Time:
6:00pm - 10:00pm
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West Park, Lake Forest. For a complete schedule of Lake Forest Day events, visit www.lakeforestday.com.
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LF Day Parade
Time:
10:00am
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The Centennial Parade theme is honoring the Lake Forest American Legion McKinlock Post 264 and the Service Veterans of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff and Knollwood. The parade route will commence at the corner of Western and Woodland, progress to Deerpath, Oakwood, Westminster and Summit, terminating at West Park. Festive floats and marching bands will be sponsored by service clubs, businesses and LF/LB organizations. The first Lake Forest Day Parade was celebrated in 1908 with a parade hosted by the Lake Forest Women's Club. In 1921, the Lake Forest American Legion assumed the leadership for organizing the parade on behalf of the City of Lake Forest.
For a complete schedule of Lake Forest Day events, visit www.lakeforestday.com.
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Carnival
Time:
11:00am
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West Park, Lake Forest
For a complete schedule of Lake Forest Day events, visit www.lakeforestday.com.
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Concert in the Square
Time:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Minus 88 -- New to the series they are going to unofficially close the festivities for the Centennial of Lake Forest Day. They have been a hit at Bluffinia in Lake Bluff and now they are going to rock the Lake Forest concert goers. They perform every type of music and put on a great show -- come and see some great local talent!
This is the 7th year for the concerts and it is growing each year. Come out and enjoy a mini Ravinia experience in beautiful Market Square in the heart of downtown east Lake Forest. Bring your whole family to enjoy music, dance and fun. Radio icon Tommy Edwards is the weekly emcee. If you remember Uncle Larry Lujack, Little Tommy and Animal Stories on the radio, you will love to listen to him each week. There will also be a free drawing each week for a beautiful basket or gift certificate from a local merchant or sponsor. So bring your blanket and get there early to find a great spot to enjoy the evening. Food vendors will be set up prior to the concert so that you can purchase your food before or during the concerts.
The entire nine week concert series is sponsored by Broadacre Market Square Management, Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, Baytree National Bank & Trust, Historic Market Square Merchants Association, LF/LB Chamber, and many other locals.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Bluffinia Concert
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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"Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band ... Jimmy Buffet" on the Lake Bluff Village Green, funded by Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends. Village Grill will fire up their grill on the Village Green with simple picnic favorites. Special catering is also available.
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LB Library
Time:
6:45pm
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Lake Bluff Public Library hosts Monday Night @ the Movies featuring "Vantage Point" which is 90 minutes.
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Concert in the Square
Time:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Standing Room Only -- New to the series they have been named one of the top 150 hottest bands in the country. This highly innovative orchestra will get you up and dancing and having endless fun. Their wide variety of musical styles includes Swing, 50's and 60's, Motown, Disco, Top 40 and much more. Also, don't miss the 2nd appearance of the lovely promotion department from LOVE-FM! They will have some games, handouts, and lots of surprises -- you don't want to miss out on all of the fun -- and maybe get your photo with Tommy Edwards on the station's website.
This is the 7th year for the concerts and it is growing each year. Come out and enjoy a mini Ravinia experience in beautiful Market Square in the heart of downtown east Lake Forest. Bring your whole family to enjoy music, dance and fun. Radio icon Tommy Edwards is the weekly emcee. If you remember Uncle Larry Lujack, Little Tommy and Animal Stories on the radio, you will love to listen to him each week. There will also be a free drawing each week for a beautiful basket or gift certificate from a local merchant or sponsor. So bring your blanket and get there early to find a great spot to enjoy the evening. Food vendors will be set up prior to the concert so that you can purchase your food before or during the concerts.
The entire nine week concert series is sponsored by Broadacre Market Square Management, Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, Baytree National Bank & Trust, Historic Market Square Merchants Association, LF/LB Chamber, and many other locals.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Bluffinia Concert
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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"The Saxophones ... Classic Rock, Soul & Swing" on the Lake Bluff Village Green, funded by Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends. Village Grill will fire up their grill on the Village Green with simple picnic favorites. Special catering is also available.
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Concert in the Square
Time:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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The New Invaders "Ultimate '60's Flashback" Show -- A great new addition to the concert series. Their "Ultimate '60's Flashback" performance features go-go girls, as well as special guest Melody Mallin covering tunes from such greats as Dusty Springfield, Leslie Gore and more. This group will take you on a musical journey back to The British Invasion, Shindig, Woodstock era, and so much more. And to make this the biggest concert season closing for the 2nd year ... sign up for the 60's dance contest -- start working on your routines now! And, just like opening night, bring out those mini skirts, go-go boots, tied dyed t-shirts and more for our best dressed 60's couple. You just can't miss this concert season ender -- it will definitely bring the house down!
This is the 7th year for the concerts and it is growing each year. Come out and enjoy a mini Ravinia experience in beautiful Market Square in the heart of downtown east Lake Forest. Bring your whole family to enjoy music, dance and fun. Radio icon Tommy Edwards is the weekly emcee. If you remember Uncle Larry Lujack, Little Tommy and Animal Stories on the radio, you will love to listen to him each week. There will also be a free drawing each week for a beautiful basket or gift certificate from a local merchant or sponsor. So bring your blanket and get there early to find a great spot to enjoy the evening. Food vendors will be set up prior to the concert so that you can purchase your food before or during the concerts.
The entire nine week concert series is sponsored by Broadacre Market Square Management, Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, Baytree National Bank & Trust, Historic Market Square Merchants Association, LF/LB Chamber, and many other locals.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Bluffinia Concert
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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"Minus 88 ... Cover Band from LB/LF" on the Lake Bluff Village Green, funded by Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends. Village Grill will fire up their grill on the Village Green with simple picnic favorites. Special catering is also available.
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LB Library
Time:
6:45pm
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Lake Bluff Public Library hosts Monday Night @ the Movies featuring "Caramel" which is 95 minutes.
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Farmers Market
Time:
7:00am - 12:00pm
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Lake Bluff Village Green (southwest corner of Scranton and Center Avenues).
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Rose Show
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Northeastern Illinois Rose Society presents their Rose Show at Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road in Lake Forest. For more information, call 847-234-6060 or visit www.gortoncenter.org.
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Art Fair on the Square
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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The Deer Path Art League's 54th Art Fair on the Square will be held in historic Market Square at Deer Path and Western Avenue, Lake Forest, IL. The art festival is a highly rated well-attended event of long standing.
The Art Fair on the Square is the Deer Path Art League's signature event. The art festival helps to fulfill their mission to bring the visual arts to the community. This year 180 artists will be selected to participate. These artists are selected through a jury process after reviewing submitted images of their art. Last year over 600 national and international artists from across the United States applied to participate in this event.
Admission is free. For more information, call 847-234-3743 or visit www.deerpathartleague.org.
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LF-LB Artisan Guild Show
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
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Fall Fair 2008 sponsored by Lake Forest Bank and Trust, 727 N. Bank Lane, Lake Forest. Benefits CROYA.
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Bluffinia Concert
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Back to School Bash! Soda ... great for all ages plus popular songs from kids' movies. The Park District and School District 65 P.T.O. join forces on the Lake Bluff Village Green, funded by Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends. Village Grill will fire up their grill on the Village Green with simple picnic favorites. Special catering is also available.
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