Visiting The Alpacas, Dog Enjoys Serenity And A Busy Bee: 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 spring.

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Lynn Brenner, of Northfield/Winnetka, submitted this photo of her dog, Bertha, enjoying the peace and serenity during the early hours at Centennial Park and Dog Beach in Winnetka.

Mary Marzalik, of Crystal Lake, got this amazing photo of a full moon in her window "ushering in Holy Week."

Erica L. Foster sent in this photo she took at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon.

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Al Benson photographed Aurora University attacker Tyler Foerstel (center) being double-teamed by Lawrence University defenders during Aurora's recent 30-2 win at Spartan Athletic Park in Montgomery. Foerstel scored two goals.

Lynn Policandriotes, of Joliet, photographed this bumblebee on a cherry bush in her backyard.

Tom Dillenburg used an astrophotography telescope of the blood-red moon during last month's total lunar eclipse in St. Charles.