Gorton Center

Celebrate cultural diversity at Lake Forest College through an inspiring display of music and dance.


The International Student Association (ISA) and the Office of Community Engagement invite you to join us for One World: A Cultural Journey. The evening features an amazing display of talented performances, all designed, choreographed, and organized by Lake Forest College students, representing distinctive and beautiful cultures from around the globe coming together.

<a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/news-and-events/one-world-2026-a-cultural-journey" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Learn more and register for One World 2026 today by clicking here. Spots are filling up!</a>

The first 50 community member registrations receive an invitation to a pre-event reception at 5:30 p.m. Attendees can enjoy light snacks, refreshments, and take the opportunity to meet with Lake Forest College President Mike Sosulski and other members of the Lake Forest College community.

Local Event: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: One World 2026 - A Cultural Journey

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event:...

Celebrate cultural diversity at Lake Forest College through an inspiring display of music and dance.


The International...

Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: One World 2026 - A Cultural Journey

Yana's Speakeasy

Highland Park, we're back! 🎶
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night?
Join Sofar Sounds on November 12 for an intimate live music experience at Yana's Speakeasy!
Three artists. One room. A completely surprise lineup!
That's right — you won't know who's performing until you arrive. It's all about discovering amazing new music, connecting with your community, and enjoying a night you won't forget.
📍 Yana's Speakeasy
465 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park, IL
📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🚪 Doors: 7:30 PM
🎵 Music: 8:00 PM
Limited seating available!
🎟️ GET TICKETS:
<a href="https://www.sofarsounds.com/events/67911" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sofarsounds.com/events/67911</a>

Local Event: Sofar Sounds: Live Music Night in Highland Park!

Highland Park

Sofar Sounds: Live Music Night in Highland Park!

Highland Park, we're back! 🎶
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night?
Join Sofar Sounds on November 12 for an...

Village of Riverwoods

The Riverwoods Village Caucus is an independent, nonpartisan organization that recommends qualified candidates for the Riverwoods Village Board in the April 2027 election. Three Trustee positions are open. Please check out the Riverwoods Village Caucus page to see the applications of the 5 candidates who will appear before the nominating committee: <a target="_blank" href="https://sites.google.com/view/riverwoodsnomcom/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://sites.google.com/view/riverwoodsnomcom/</a>
After the interview process, the public will have an opportunity to ask the candidates questions. We encourage all registered Riverwoods, IL voters to attend the public open forum at the Village of Riverwoods Town Hall on Nov. 14, 2026, at 9:00 am to have your vote and voice heard. This is an easy way to be a part of the local election process. At the forum, the candidates will speak and answer questions from those in attendance. Following the presentations and the question-and-answer period.

Local Event: Public Interviews For Candidates For 3 open Riverwoods Trustee Positions

Riverwoods

Public Interviews For Candidates For 3 open...

The Riverwoods Village Caucus is an independent, nonpartisan organization that recommends qualified candidates for the...

Public Interviews For Candidates For 3 open Riverwoods Trustee Positions

Buffo's

<h3>Bingo at Buffo’s Returns November 15</h3>
A community favorite is back! The Highwood Chamber of Commerce invites the community to Bingo at Buffo’s on Sunday, November 15 from 12–2 PM at Buffo’s, 431 Sheridan Road in Highwood.
For $25, players can enjoy 10+ games of Bingo, with plenty of chances to win and a fun afternoon at one of Highwood’s longtime local favorites. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the event.
Bingo is open to everyone, so bring your friends, family or a tableful of competitive Bingo players and join us.
This month’s event is co-sponsored by Homewatch CareGivers and Aliya Healthcare.
Sunday, November 15 | 12–2 PM Buffo’s, 431 Sheridan Road, Highwood $25 per person | 10+ games
Advance registration is encouraged.

Local Event: Bingo at Buffo's

Bingo at Buffo's

Bingo at Buffo’s Returns November 15
A community favorite is back! The Highwood Chamber of Commerce invites the community to...

Highwood City Hall, 17 Highwood Avenue, 2nd Floor, Highwood IL

<h3>Breakfast Before Business: Financial Power</h3>
Running a business means making financial decisions every day, but you do not have to be an accountant to understand what your numbers are telling you.
The Highwood Chamber of Commerce invites local business owners and professionals to Breakfast Before Business: Financial Power on Tuesday, November 17 at Highwood City Hall.
Courtney Olson, Vice President at First Bank of Highland Park, will share practical guidance on cash flow, budgeting, financial statements, cash reserves and financing, along with a banker’s perspective on the numbers every business owner should be watching.
Whether you own a business, are thinking about starting one or simply want to become more confident about the financial side of your work, this morning is designed to provide information you can actually use.
Tuesday, November 17 7:30–9:00 AM Highwood City Hall, 17 Highwood Avenue, 2nd Floor $25 per person
Presented by the Highwood Chamber of Commerce and First Bank of Highland Park.
Advance registration is required at highwoodchamber.com.

Local Event: Breakfast before Business: Financial Power

Breakfast before Business: Financial Power

Breakfast Before Business: Financial Power
Running a business means making financial decisions every day, but you do not have...

Book Bin Northbrook

Local author Susan Erickson, LCSW will celebrate the release of her debut children's picture book, Noah Finds His Light, with a free story hour at The Book Bin.
Noah Finds His Light is a gentle story for children ages 4-10 about a boy learning to trust the light that has been inside him all along. It is illustrated by Erickson's daughter, Elle. Drawing on decades of clinical work with children and families, Erickson wrote the book to help parents, teachers, and caregivers start meaningful conversations with the boys in their lives about feelings, confidence, and identity.
The event will include a read-aloud of the book, a short conversation with the author, and a book signing. Families, educators, librarians, and therapists are all welcome. Hardcover and paperback copies will be available for purchase.
Admission is free.

Local Event: Local Author Book Launch & Story Hour

Cook County

Northbrook

Local Author Book Launch & Story Hour

Local author Susan Erickson, LCSW will celebrate the release of her debut children's picture book, Noah Finds His Light, with a...

Join the City of Highland Park for its annual Holiday Lighting on Saturday, November 21 from 4–6 PM at Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.).
This free, family-friendly event will feature live music by DJ Julian, Santa and Hanukkah Harry, Anna, Elsa and Olaf, Frozen Robins Carolers, dance performances, letters to Santa, free popcorn and hot cocoa, and festive photo opportunities with the new America250 Tree, giant sleigh and inflatable snow globe.
Attendees can also enjoy performances from North Shore School of Dance and A Time to Dance, along with candy canes from Santa and chocolate gelt from Hanukkah Harry.

Local Event: City of Highland Park Holiday Lighting

City of Highland Park Holiday Lighting

Join the City of Highland Park for its annual Holiday Lighting on Saturday, November 21 from 4–6 PM at Port Clinton Square (600...

DK Aesthetics Highland Park

Every year, parents ask me the same questions: "How does my child get an agent?" "Is this audition legit?" "What on earth is a self-tape?" So we're answering them all in one afternoon. FROM AUDITION TO SELF-TAPE: Helping Your Child Get Started in the BusinessA 60-minute parent workshop with Margo, Amy &amp; Abbey

Local Event: Children's Theatre Company HP Young Artist Services 

Children's Theatre Company HP Young Artist...

Every year, parents ask me the same questions: "How does my child get an agent?" "Is this audition legit?" "What on earth is a...

Children's Theatre Company HP Young Artist Services 

North Shore Country Day

Discover how North Shore Country Day’s JK–12 program gives students the personal attention, academic challenge and opportunities to discover who they are — and prepares them for wherever they go next. 

Applicants to grades 6–12 are welcome to join their parents/guardians for the program; however, the program for grades JK–5 is intended for adults only.
<a href="https://www.nscds.org/openhouse" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REGISTER NOW</a>

Local Event: Come See Us in Action: Admissions Open House

Winnetka-Glencoe

Come See Us in Action: Admissions Open House

Discover how North Shore Country Day’s JK–12 program gives students the personal attention, academic challenge and...

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill., Nov. 2, 2026 — Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit will present "Holiday Cheer," the second concert of its 2026-2027 season, on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at Highland Park Presbyterian Church (HPPC), 330 Laurel Ave. The concert is free and open to the public. Conductor Susan Merdinger will lead the Sheridan Solisti Chamber Orchestra and the HPPC Choir in a festive program featuring works by Handel, Leroy Anderson, Ilya Levinson, Tchaikovsky and more. Soprano Elizabeth Strickland and mezzo-soprano Suzanne Aaron will appear as vocal soloists, and Steven Greene will perform on the church's magnificent pipe organ. "Holiday Cheer brings together voices, orchestra and the magnificent sound of the pipe organ for an afternoon of music the whole community can share," said Merdinger. "We hope our neighbors will come for the rummage sale, stay for the concert and leave with the spirit of the season." The concert will be preceded by the Annual HPPC Holiday Rummage Sale and Bake Sale, held at the church that day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., giving visitors the chance to shop for bargains and homemade treats before the music begins.

Local Event: Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit- Holiday Cheer Concert 

Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit-...

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill., Nov. 2, 2026 — Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit will present "Holiday Cheer," the second...

Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit- Holiday Cheer Concert 

Cressey Center for the Arts

Does Chicago need one more Nutcracker? When Clara is over 70, and living in a senior living arrangement, you bet! 
Conceived, choreographed, and directed by former Joffrey Ballet dancer Lynne Chervony Belsky,&nbsp;Nutcracker Manor, turns the holiday classic on its ear. This heartwarming, multigenerational production stars a Clara as a grandma in her 70s, alongside a cast of snowflakes and flowers, many of whom are over 50.
The multigenerational cast features professional guest artists, mature ballet dancers and faculty from Time To Dance, faculty and students from owner and director Lisa Gold's North Shore School of Dance, and generous community volunteers.
*Artist Talk-Back: 5:30–6:00 PM
Purchase Tickets <a href="https://nutcrackermanorttd.ludus.com/200554398" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>. For questions and assistance, contact us at (847) 615-3210.

Local Event: Time to Dance Presents: Nutcracker Manor

Time to Dance Presents: Nutcracker Manor

Does Chicago need one more Nutcracker? When Clara is over 70, and living in a senior living arrangement, you bet!  
Conceived,...

Trinity Episcopal Church

Experience a stunning afternoon of classical music with the Artemis Chamber Orchestra in this free performance of Beethoven's first piano concerto and string quartet no. 11, the "Serioso"! Held in the beautiful Trinity Episcopal Church, this event is open to the public but requires advance seat reservation.

Local Event: FREE Artemis Chamber Orchestra concert

FREE Artemis Chamber Orchestra concert

Experience a stunning afternoon of classical music with the Artemis Chamber Orchestra in this free performance of Beethoven's...

Experience a stunning afternoon of classical music with the Artemis Chamber Orchestra in this free performance of Joel Styzens Dulcimer and String Concerto, "Resonance", and Grieg's first string quartet! Held in the beautiful Trinity Episcopal Church, this event is open to the public but requires advance seat reservation.

Experience a stunning afternoon of classical music with the Artemis Chamber Orchestra in this free performance of Joel Styzens...

Wayfarer Theater

Experience an ENCORE&nbsp;presentation of 'The Kid Officer', a moving coming-of-age film set in history's darkest hour. From the Emmy Award winning team of 'They Survived Together' and director John Rokosny. Not to be missed!&nbsp;

Local Event: The Kid Officer - Held Over for 1 more week! 

The Kid Officer - Held Over for 1 more week! 

Experience an ENCORE presentation of 'The Kid Officer', a moving coming-of-age film set in history's darkest hour. From the...

Eric DeGrechie

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Deerfield

Rachel Barnes

Glenview

Buffalo Grove

Vernon Hills

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Niles-Morton Grove

Amie Schaenzer

Libertyville

Christine Altieri - State Farm Insurance Agent provides comp

Christine Altieri - State Farm Insurance Agent

Christine Altieri - State Farm Insurance Agent provides comprehensive insurance services to residents of Buffalo Grove, Illinois, and the surrounding suburbs. Located at 975 Weiland Road, Suite 120, the agency has been serving the local community since 1984. Christine Altieri is a long-time resident of the area and an active member of the Buffalo Grove Rotary, grounding her practice in deep local roots and a commitment to the region. The agency offers a wide range of insurance products, including auto, homeowners, condo, renters, life, health, and pet insurance. With a multi-lingual staff fluent in English, Spanish, and Polish, the team provides expert coverage recommendations, policy reviews, and personalized assistance for new policy setups and renewals. They are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex insurance needs with professional guidance tailored to individual circumstances. Customers can expect a high level of service from a team with over 80 years of combined insurance experience. By prioritizing clear communication and personalized support, the office ensures that every client receives the attention and expertise necessary to protect what matters most.

Christine Altieri - State Farm Insurance Agent provides comprehensive insurance services to residents of Buffalo Grove, Illinois, and the...

Northbrook's New Home for Pretzels & Cinnamon Rolls

Auntie Anne’s & Cinnabon Northbrook

Auntie Anne's &amp; Cinnabon brings two beloved brands together under one roof in Northbrook. Conveniently located at 1036 Willow Road in the Willow Festival shopping center, this unique location is the only combined Auntie Anne's &amp; Cinnabon in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs and features a standalone storefront for easy access. Guests can enjoy Auntie Anne's famous hand-rolled pretzels, pretzel nuggets, and refreshing beverages alongside Cinnabon's world-famous cinnamon rolls, BonBites, and other sweet treats. Whether you're looking for a quick snack, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a dessert to share, there's something for every craving. The location also offers catering options, including pretzel buckets, cinnamon roll trays, and other crowd-pleasing favorites perfect for office meetings, school events, parties, and family gatherings. Everything is baked fresh throughout the day, delivering the warm, delicious flavors that have made both brands favorites for generations. Join us for our Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, June 15 at 12:00 p.m. and experience why some things are better together.

Auntie Anne's & Cinnabon brings two beloved brands together under one roof in Northbrook. Conveniently located at 1036 Willow Road in the Willow...

Your New Favorite Yoga Studio,  Modern Yoga for Every Body

YogaSix Highland Park

At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a variety of heated and non-heated classes designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re brand new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice. From strength-building Power and Sculpt + Flow classes to restorative Slow Flow and Restore experiences, every class is designed to help you move, sweat, reset, and reconnect. More than just a workout, YogaSix Highland Park is a community-focused space where members can show up exactly as they are. Our experienced instructors create an inclusive environment that feels supportive, motivating, and approachable—without intimidation or pressure. We focus on movement that feels good, music that keeps the energy high, and experiences that leave you feeling stronger both physically and mentally. Located in the heart of Highland Park, our studio is proud to offer a consistent schedule of classes seven days a week, special workshops, wellness events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whether you’re looking to build strength, reduce stress, improve flexibility, or simply carve out time for yourself, YogaSix Highland Park is here to support your goals. We’re more than a yoga studio—we’re a place to sweat, grow, breathe, and belong.

At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a...

Welcoming Spaces for your next meeting, celebration or event

Trinity Episcopal

Trinity Episcopal is a welcoming church community located at 425 Laurel Avenue in the heart of Highland Park, Illinois. As a historic spiritual home, the church serves the local area by providing regular worship services, Bible study, and active community ministry programs. Beyond its religious services, Trinity Episcopal functions as a versatile community center and event venue. The church offers flexible, historic spaces suitable for a variety of needs, including wedding ceremonies, funeral services, concerts, performances, and private gatherings. Their facilities are designed to accommodate groups of all sizes, making them a popular choice for local events and community-focused activities. Visitors and event organizers can expect a warm, inclusive environment that balances historic charm with modern functionality. Whether you are seeking a place for spiritual growth or a unique venue for your next celebration, Trinity Episcopal provides a dedicated space to bring people together.

Trinity Episcopal is a welcoming church community located at 425 Laurel Avenue in the heart of Highland Park, Illinois. As a historic spiritual...

North Shore School of Dance

For over 35 years, the North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) has been a leader in dance education and professional training. Our dedicated faculty provides high-quality instruction in a nurturing, disciplined, and inspiring environment. We strive to educate the mind, body, and soul—honoring the tradition of dance as an art form. At NSSD, we don’t just teach routines—we teach students how to dance. Our training builds confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills Classes are offered in ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, Pre-school dance, Mommy and me, and adult classes.

For over 35 years, the North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) has been a leader in dance education and professional training. Our dedicated faculty...

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: One World 2026 - A Cultural Journey

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6:30 PM

Gorton Center, 400 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL

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Public Interviews For Candidates For 3 open Riverwoods Trustee Positions

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: One World 2026 - A Cultural Journey

Public Interviews For Candidates For 3 open Riverwoods Trustee Positions

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Auntie Anne’s & Cinnabon Northbrook

YogaSix Highland Park

Trinity Episcopal

North Shore School of Dance