Friendly Locals, Barbie Caterpillar And A Nut Bar: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're seeing many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs throughout the state this summer.

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Sheila Roos, of Palatine, sent in this photo she took at a pond by Citizens Park in Barrington. One of my favorite places to ride. Nature at its best!

Kimberly Vick told us her dog, Lion Roo, will be making an appearance at the Farmer’s Market supporting the Tinley Park Lions.

Connie Helmbock photographed this "Barbie" caterpillar at her daughter's house in Lincolnshire, telling us she had never seen a pink one before.

Jen Carusi submitted this photo of an opossum in Joliet.

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Bruce Gutke, of Plainfield, got this great shot of a hungry squirrel in his yard.

Sue Leston photographed these morning storm clouds in Plainfield.

Great-great aunt Molly Glog, 93, the eldest of the Murphy family, is seen here with Logan Gilmer, 4 months old, the youngest member of the family. "Age definitely has no effect in the bond these to have," said Rita McGann, who submitted the photograph.

Stacee Cummings took this photo at the Northwestern Living Well Cancer Resources garden in Geneva.