Donley Auctions

Donley Auctions presents an extraordinary catalog spanning centuries of tactical evolution, craftsmanship, and historic milestones. From heavy cavalry armor and Mughal-era edged weapons to Civil War relics, vintage military timepieces, and rare World War II optics, this carefully curated sale brings together pieces of immense historical depth and captivating provenance.
Encompassing centuries of conflict, exploration, and pageantry, the auction showcases an impressive breadth of categories designed for serious historians and collectors. Bidders will discover magnificent antique armor and helmets—such as the French Bourbon Restoration-era heavy cavalry armor set in Lot 2000—alongside historic swords, bayonets, and daggers. The selection features authentic Civil War and Indian Wars artifacts, period engravings, and prints like the 1859 Washington and Lafayette at Mount Vernon engraving in Lot 2002. Furthermore, the catalog extends deeply into vintage military timepieces and optics, highlighted by the 1941 Hamilton 4992B navigational gimbals watch in Lot 2194 and the precision WWII German 10x80 flak binoculars on tripods in Lots 2144 and 2145, alongside vintage uniforms, helmets, web gear, commemorative medals, badges, signal cannons, and training ordnance.

Local Event: Militaria Auction

McHenry County

Huntley

Illinois

Militaria Auction

Donley Auctions presents an extraordinary catalog spanning centuries of tactical evolution, craftsmanship, and historic...

Join us for a Day of Service at the Forest Preserve! All are welcome to help care for our local natural spaces through collecting native seeds. These seeds will be used to help restore other preserves in Lake County. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, meet new people, and make a positive impact in our community. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to lend a hand!All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
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Local Event: Day of Service: Forest Preserve

Lake County

Grayslake

Day of Service: Forest Preserve

Join us for a Day of Service at the Forest Preserve! All are welcome to help care for our local natural spaces through...

James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

At the College of Lake County (CLC), the Art of Jazz concerts have been going strong for 50 years. Under the original direction of Mr. Bruce Mack, the CLC jazz band invited famous jazz artist-composers to take the stage for a program of their compositions. When Bruce retired, Dr. Michael Flack kept the tradition going. From trumpeter Clark Terry to bassist Rufus Reed, each guest artist has left an impression on the Lake County community as a result.&nbsp; During the 50th Anniversary of CLC's the Art of Jazz,&nbsp;all four jazz concerts showcase a guest artist. Saxophonist/composer Dave Pietro kicks off this anniversary concert on Sunday, October 4th. As a multiple GRAMMY award winner, Pietro has toured with such greats as Maynard Ferguson, David Bowie, Ray Charles, Woody Herman, Lionel Hampton, and Maria Schneider as well as played in many Broadway productions in New York. He has been the Director of Jazz Studies at NYU for the past 16 years. Current members of the CLC Monday Night Jazz Ensemble backing up Dave Pietro include trumpeters Tom Farkenbrack, Mark Zar, Bryan Grabowski, Mitch Warren and Kelly Dittmann; trombonists Joe Kuzmanoff, Evan Lyons, Rick Simmons and Tracey Nielsen; saxophonists Sam Rivera, Kurt Anderson, Mike Agrippa, Alan Schramm and Joe Ott; drummers Dan Prowse and Dan Nelson, pianist Kai Funahashi and bassist Paul Nielsen. The amazing technicians for this concert are Dave Unger on Sound and Jeremy Eiden on Production. Guest artists over the past half century have often given a free Masterclass. The next masterclass is by trumpeter Scott Wendholt at 11 am on November 7th in room P101 at CLC's main campus. Great quotes from some of the artistic composers at their masterclasses include: "Leave the room warm" Rufus Reid, 2015 "When you know all the notes for all the chords, it's a multiple choice game—where to put what note between the lines" Ernie Watts, 2016 "Listen well—your ear matures every year" Michael Rodriguez, 2024 "Music has the power to transcend all boundaries" Dave Pietro, 2026. Come out Sunday, October 4th at 4 pm to the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County in Grayslake. Both the Tuesday Night Jazz Ensemble led by Mr. Joe Ott and the Monday Night Jazz Ensemble will be performing. For more information, call the box office at 847.543.2300 or email them at clcboxoffice@clcillinois.edu. 


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Local Event: 50 Years of the Art of Jazz Concert Series Headlines Dave Pietro at CLC on October 4th

50 Years of the Art of Jazz Concert Series...

At the College of Lake County (CLC), the Art of Jazz concerts have been going strong for 50 years. Under the original direction...

50 Years of the Art of Jazz Concert Series Headlines Dave Pietro at CLC on October 4th

Renwood Golf Course - Round Lake Area Park District

Kick off the Halloween Season by decorating pumpkins! This fun event is a great opportunity for families to express their creativity together.&nbsp; Sign up early; this event fills up quickly. Pre-registration required.
Register at rlapd.org.

Local Event: Pumpkin Decorating

Pumpkin Decorating

 Kick off the Halloween Season by decorating pumpkins! This fun event is a great opportunity for families to express their...

Frunchroom Collective

CRAFT FOR A CAUSE - Blind Date with a Card Kit Wednesday, October 7, 2026 5:30–7:30 PM Frunchroom Collective in LibertyvilleJoin Julia Mazur of Simply She Stamps for a fun evening of creativity, connection, and making a difference! You’ll choose a surprise cardmaking kit when you arrive. Most kits require little or no stamping, making this a fun and easy project for beginners and experienced crafters alike!No crafting experience necessary! Just come ready to create, have FUN, and support a great cause. $30 per person100% of profits will be donated to Julia’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Lake County team, Wednesdays We Wear Pink Walkers, supporting breast cancer research.Come when you can. Leave when you must. Grab a drink, chat, and get crafty for a cause! Register via the link in this event post.

Local Event: Craft for a Cause - Blind Date with a Card Kit

Craft for a Cause - Blind Date with a Card Kit

CRAFT FOR A CAUSE - Blind Date with a Card Kit Wednesday, October 7, 2026 5:30–7:30 PM Frunchroom Collective in...

Lake County Extension Office 100 S US Hwy 45 Grayslake, IL 60030

Bitten by the curiosity bug?? Join Extension Educators and Master Naturalists to discover amazing facts about our smallest neighbors, the “superhero” bugs in our backyards and around the world. Look through a “bug's eye”, take a bug challenge, make a bug craft, meet some live bugs, and see some special collections! Even go on an insect safari!

Local Event: Bug Bytes

Bug Bytes

Bitten by the curiosity bug?? Join Extension Educators and Master Naturalists to discover amazing facts about our smallest...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Libertyville on Wednesday, October 14th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at Sunset Foods Libertyville. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Wednesday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4rCKb3B" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4rCKb3B</a>

Local Event: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Libertyville

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Libertyville on Wednesday, October 14th! Note that pizzas will...

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Lake County Fairgrounds

The Lake County Home Show returns to the Lake County Fairgrounds with Free Admission and Free Parking for One Weekend Only, October 17th &amp; 18th for the largest home improvement show in the entire Chicago Area!
Come on down to discover for yourself that improving your Home CAN be Easy, Fun AND AFFORDABLE! 
Our goal over the past few decades has always been to provide you, your family, friends and neighbors the smoothest and most enjoyable way to improve your life by improving your home and property. And…GREAT NEWS! This year’s show is a PERFECT example of this! You’re gonna LOVE it!
It’s big. How big? It’s over 40,000 square feet BIG and ALL indoors with hundreds of businesses offering an incredible array of exciting exhibits and displays, highlighting the latest home improvement products and services with thousands of the freshest ideas in remodeling, repairing and beautifying your home!
You’ll see, touch and interact with THOUSANDS of products and services to fill virtually every home improvement need you might have, big or small! Even better, the show has more new and unique displays of the latest and greatest home improvement and lifestyle products and services to help you improve your life by improving your home… inside AND out!
At the same time, with one EASY and FREE visit, you’ll meet and speak with friendly experts who are eager to help with all your home improvement projects and questions. Whether you have a specific project in mind or if you’re just shopping for ideas, this is the place to be!
You will find it ALL, from all types and styles of windows, siding and roofing to custom kitchens and baths! Go big with full design-build and architect services for additions, basements, and all larger custom build projects!
Make immediate, impactful and vibrant changes with new flooring, interior and exterior painting, window treatments and other décor options!
Transform your outdoor space to be the envy of the neighborhood with stunning landscaping, a new deck, patio, gazebo or pergola! Cast cooling shade with custom cantilever umbrellas and retractable awnings and keep the bugs away with retractable screens for your porch, garage and other outdoor spaces!
Make your home safe for ALL with the best in-home accessibility products like walk-in tubs, ramps, chair lifts &amp; easy access showers!
See energy efficient with the latest in heating &amp; air conditioning, including the awesome ductless, mini-split systems and heat pumps!
Power your life with the sun and SAVE BIG on energy costs with the latest tech in solar power and battery systems, with ALL the top brands!
Savor the flavors of gourmet spices, herbs, oils, dips, hot sauces, artisan coffee cakes and MORE!!! There is also a full-service food concession in the show that everyone’s been raving about!
There’s truly something new, fun and cool around every corner at this year’s show, including YOUR chance to WIN a FREE vacation to the beautiful island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands!
And be sure to get there early so you don’t miss the great music, good times and great giveaways from Lake County's very own "FREE Country" Radio crew for a Live Broadcast from 10am to Noon as well as The DRIVE road crew’s contests and giveaways!
Best of all, this amazing show is coming to you with FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING ALL WEEKEND LONG!
The Lake County Home Show is open October 24th &amp; 25th from 10am to 6pm on Saturday, and on Sunday from 10am to 4pm.Hosted at the Lake County Fairgrounds at 1060 E. Peterson Rd. in Grayslake, IL. West of Route 45 and east of Route 83 on Peterson Road.
So come on down . . . and be sure to share this with your Family, friends and neighbors so they don’t miss it!
For more info, visit <a href="https://www.lakecountyhomeshow.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.LakeCountyHomeShow.com</a> or call or TEXT us at 630-953-2500

Local Event: The HUGE, FREE Lake County Home Show Returns!

The HUGE, FREE Lake County Home Show Returns!

The Lake County Home Show returns to the Lake County Fairgrounds with Free Admission and Free Parking for One Weekend Only,...

Trick or Treat for goodies along our trail outside the Community Center! Once you've filled your bag, take a hayride, find your way through the pumpkin maze, snap photos with special characters, and enjoy Zombie Zumba and spooky dancing with a DJ in the Kids Zone.

Local Event: Trick or Treat Trail

Trick or Treat Trail

Trick or Treat for goodies along our trail outside the Community Center! Once you've filled your bag, take a hayride, find your...

If you know the sound of It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown — the wandering piano of the Graveyard Theme, the swagger of The Red Baron, the wistful Great Pumpkin Waltz — you know Vince Guaraldi's music, even if you've never heard his name. This October, pianist Connor Cowart leads a jazz combo — with LCSO principal Lauren Moldenhauer on flute, LCSO principal Karl EH Seigfried on bass, Octavio Escamilla on guitar, and Calvin Simmers on drums — through brand-new arrangements of that score, written by Cowart himself and performed live for the first time on October 17. Serna's Grill will be on-site serving throughout the evening, along with curated signature cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Seating is limited; advance purchase is strongly recommended.
Event Format / Schedule
<ul><li>Doors Open: 5:00 p.m.</li><li>Concert Begins: 5:30 p.m.</li><li>Intermission Included</li><li>Food provided by Serna's Grill</li><li>Signature cocktails, beer, wine, seltzer and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase</li></ul>
🎟 Tickets: $40 General Admission&nbsp;· $20 Youth (17 and under)&nbsp;· $0 Child (5 and under) Seating is limited. Advance purchase is strongly recommended. Reserve your spot: https://lcso.short.gy/charlie-brown-jazz

Local Event: LCSO presents Charlie Brown Jazz Combo Live in Hawthorn Woods

LCSO presents Charlie Brown Jazz Combo Live in...

If you know the sound of It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown — the wandering piano of the Graveyard Theme, the swagger of The...

LCSO presents Charlie Brown Jazz Combo Live in Hawthorn Woods

Lake County Extension Office 100 S US Hwy 45 Grayslake, IL 

Join Lake County Extension Educators and Master Naturalists on October 20, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. As spooky season approaches, we want to talk about a few animals that get a bad rap for being scarier than they truly are. You'll learn your "creepy crawly" neighbors aren't so creepy- just misunderstood! We will have LIVE snake ambassadors as well as other examples of native wildlife

Local Event: Misunderstood Creatures 

Misunderstood Creatures 

Join Lake County Extension Educators and Master Naturalists on October 20, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. As spooky season approaches, we...

Run, remember, and celebrate loved ones at our USATF-certified race! The race will begin and end at Sports Center Park. Registration includes an exclusive race shirt, a bib, a finisher and place medal, and a virtual goodie bag. Register today and be a part of one of our most memorable community events!

Local Event: Day of the Dead 5K

Day of the Dead 5K

Run, remember, and celebrate loved ones at our USATF-certified race! The race will begin and end at Sports Center Park....

Robert W. Rolek Community Center - Round Lake Area Park District

The Children’s Neighborhood Museum is celebrating 25 years of play! Join us for an extra-special Adult Tot Birthday Bash filled with games, crafts, museum play, a character meet-and-greet, a sweet birthday treat, and a goodie bag to take home.Register today at rlapd.org!

Local Event: Children's Neighborhood Museum Birthday Bash

Children's Neighborhood Museum Birthday Bash

The Children’s Neighborhood Museum is celebrating 25 years of play! Join us for an extra-special Adult Tot Birthday Bash filled...

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Sunday, October 4

Militaria Auction

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4

10:00 AM

Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union, IL

Wednesday, October 7

Craft for a Cause - Blind Date with a Card Kit

OCT

7

5:30 PM

Frunchroom Collective, 1193 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL

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Militaria Auction

Craft for a Cause - Blind Date with a Card Kit