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.

Lake County

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Highland Park

Illinois

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

Trinity Episcopal Church

After the errands and the rush, come find something deeper— a place of truth, honesty, and hope in a community that keeps it real. Join us at the Faith Forum led by Pastor Bryan Cones. Sundays 11:30AM in the Guild Hall. 425 Laurel Ave Highland Patk, Il 60035 All people and all questions welcomed. www.trinitychurchhp.org

After the errands and the rush, come find something deeper— a place of truth, honesty, and hope in a community that keeps it real. Join us at the...

America's #1 Luxury Pet Resort is Now Open in Deerfield.

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel Deerfield

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Eric DeGrechie

Deerfield

Dog parents, rejoice: Chicagoland’s canine community has a new favorite place to stay and play. K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel recently opened its...

Attend this free workshop to learn how to keep your heart healthy from April Williams, of cardiac rehab at NorthShore University HealthSystems Highland Park Hospital. Please RSVP to Nallely at 847.681.0208 if you are attending.

Attend this free workshop to learn how to keep your heart healthy from April Williams, of cardiac rehab at NorthShore University HealthSystems Highland Park Hospital. Please RSVP to Nallely at 847.681.0208 if you are attending.

Free Workshop on Keeping Your Heart Healthy

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 Fox Lake Community Garden, 17 E School Ct, Fox Lake, IL, 60020

Celebrate 10 years of community at the Fox Lake Garden Party with an afternoon of local vendors, food, and live music—featuring a special performance by improvisational cellist <a href="https://drewwiegman.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Drew Wiegman</a>. From cinematic movie soundtracks to pop favorites, Drew delivers a unique live cello experience that adds warmth and energy to this festive celebration. 
Free admission. Family-friendly event.
Self-taught improvisational cellist <a href="https://drewwiegman.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Drew Wiegman</a> will perform live on Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the <a href="https://www.foxlake.org/468/Garden-Birthday-Party" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fox Lake Community Garden.</a>
With over 845,000 followers on TikTok and millions of streams across Spotify and Apple Music, <a href="https://drewwiegman.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Drew Wiegman</a> is known for performing entirely by ear—blending classical, pop, film scores, and original music into a dynamic, genre-crossing performance. His philosophy: “No matter who you are, I have a song for you.”
Join the Fox Lake community in celebrating the garden’s 10th birthday with a vibrant afternoon filled with activities, treats, market vendors and entertainment for all ages.
Enjoy tea time with Annabelle’s Busy Bees, delicious cupcakes from Totally Cupcaked, local food trucks, and the traditional maypole—all while experiencing live cello music throughout the event.
Event Highlights: 
- FREE Tea Time with Annabelle’s Busy Bees - FREE Cupcakes from Totally Cupcaked - Food trucks &amp; Market Vendors - Fox Lake Friday Night Live Preview - Live music - Traditional Dance Around the Maypole - Community Garden walkthrough - Rock Painting with Fox Lake IL Rocks 
📍 Location: 17 E School Ct, Fox Lake, IL
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Local Event: Fox Lake Garden Party Featuring Live Cello by Drew Wiegman

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Fox Lake Garden Party Featuring Live Cello by...

Celebrate 10 years of community at the Fox Lake Garden Party with an afternoon of local vendors, food, and live music—featuring...

Fox Lake Garden Party Featuring Live Cello by Drew Wiegman

StudioOne Events LLC

<div id="line_space" dir="auto">Get ready for a night of high-flying, hard-hitting LIVE Pro Wrestling as NWA Chicago returns to StudioONE in Highland Park on Saturday May 9th 2026 at 6:30PM. Join Billy Corgan&nbsp;(owner and Smashing Pumpkins frontman) to see all the action up close. Use Discount Code "DISCOKING" Sponsored by WAYFARER THEATERS</div><div id="line_space" dir="auto">for&nbsp;Sponsorship Opportunitys and info call 833.788.3464&nbsp;</div>
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Local Event: NWA at StudioONE 

NWA at StudioONE 

Get ready for a night of high-flying, hard-hitting LIVE Pro Wrestling as NWA Chicago returns to StudioONE in Highland Park on...

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods

Art Impact Project, with PRISM Signature Series Partner Forever Om, welcomes local artist and neuropsychologist Joalida Smit, who will share her life-changing story of creative expression and how the creative process rewires the brain. Guests will then partake in an interactive artmaking activity to take away as a memento. Beverages + sumptuous bites will be provided.&nbsp; Tickets: artimpactproject.org/events

Local Event: Art Impact Project hosts first PRISM event: ART-BRAIN Connection

Art Impact Project hosts first PRISM event:...

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Art Impact Project hosts first PRISM event: ART-BRAIN Connection

Northbrook Village Green Park Center, 1810 Walters Avenue, Nbk 60062

Gardeners:&nbsp;Shop 1,000’s of beautiful, well-behaved homegrown + nursery grown native plants, cultivars and favorites from our gardens to yours. Master gardeners available for gardening tips in our rain resistant indoor location. Email questions to info@northbrookgardenclub.org.

Local Event: Northbrook Garden Club Plant Sale On Fri-Sat, 5/15-5/16

Northbrook Garden Club Plant Sale On Fri-Sat,...

Gardeners: Shop 1,000’s of beautiful, well-behaved homegrown + nursery grown native plants, cultivars and favorites from our...

Northbrook Garden Club Plant Sale On Fri-Sat, 5/15-5/16

California Man Accused Of Restraint With A...

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What Do You Do If You Find A Lost Dog Or Cat?...

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Fox Paying $50K To Watch Soccer As USMNT Comes...

The U.S. Men's National Soccer Team will play its last match versus Germany next month at Soldier Field before World Cup 2026 kicks off. 

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Mother’s Day 2026 Inspires Powerful Stories Of...

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Highland Park Announces Next Design Phase For...

Residents can review memorial design concepts starting May 7, with workshops and a public survey to follow.

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