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

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Rachel Barnes

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Highland Park

Illinois

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

Dog parents, rejoice: Chicagoland’s canine community has a new favorite place to stay and play. K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel recently opened its first Illinois location in Deerfield, bringing award-winning pet care and resort-style amenities to the North Shore. With a 20-year track record of excellence and locations in 28 states and growing, K9 Resorts has earned its reputation as the most awarded pet care brand in the country. Designed with dogs (and their humans) in mind, K9 Resorts combines comfort, cleanliness, and professionalism to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you're heading out of town or just need reliable weekday daycare, you’ll find peace of mind knowing your pet is cared for like family. The K9 Experience includes: • Luxury dog boarding and daycare, 365 days a year • Spacious, cage-free suites with premium beds • Indoor and outdoor play yards for safe, supervised fun • Hospital-grade cleaning protocols • A professionally trained staff that treats every guest like their own • Five-star customer service from start to finish Every detail of the Deerfield resort is tailored to create a stress-free, tail-wagging environment for your pet. No cages. No chaos. Just happy dogs and happy dog parents. Tours are available, and first-time guests are always welcome. To learn more or book a stay, visit k9resorts.com.

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...

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...

Former NASA space shuttle astronaut Greg Harbaugh will give a presentation on his personal and spiritual reflections during his four missions in space at the Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest. Tickets are $25 and will go on sale September 1 at abundantLIFEunity.org. All proceeds go to Abundant Life Spiritual Center.

Former NASA space shuttle astronaut Greg Harbaugh will give a presentation on his personal and spiritual reflections during his four missions in space at the Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest.

Tickets are $25 and will go on sale September 1 at abundantLIFEunity.org. All proceeds go to Abundant Life Spiritual Center.

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On April 8th, 2026, JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, proclaimed May 4-9, 2026, as Toastmasters International Week in Illinois and in his proclamation, the Governor noted key points:
1. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential to civic engagement. workforce development, and strong communities throughout the State of Illinois.
2. Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1924 that empowers individuals to develop public speaking, communication. and leadership skills through a supportive, experiential learning environment. 
3. Toastmasters’ clubs across Illinois provide inclusive spaces where individuals are encouraged to share ideas, experiences, and perspectives while building confidence and leadership capacity and, 
4. Toastmasters District conferences held across Illinois…are open and accessible learning opportunities that bring together individuals from throughout the state to share ideas and strengthen communication and leadership skills.
Join us as a guest for this Celebration Meeting of&nbsp;Toastmasters International Week in Illinois!&nbsp;&nbsp;See how Toastmasters can help you achieve your leadership and communication goals.&nbsp; This Celebration Meeting is on Wednesday, May 6th, both in person at the Deerfield Public Library and by Zoom.&nbsp;&nbsp;The meeting starts at 6:45 pm and ends&nbsp;at 8:30 pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;Go to the Club's website at <a href="https://deerbrookpark.toastmastersclubs.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://deerbrookpark.toastmastersclubs.org/</a>and click on the "Contact Us" tab on the left of the homepage&nbsp;under the Main Menu and we'll get back to you with more information on how you can attend this meeting as a guest and learn how Toastmasters can help you become a more confident and skilled communicator and leader.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.toastmasters.org/magazine" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: Deerbrook Park Toastmasters - Celebration Meeting for Toastmasters Week in Illinois

Deerbrook Park Toastmasters - Celebration...

On April 8th, 2026, JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, proclaimed May 4-9, 2026, as Toastmasters International Week in Illinois...

Deerbrook Park Toastmasters - Celebration Meeting for Toastmasters Week in Illinois

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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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...

Lake Forest College

Explore the art of cinema through the lens of legendary directors John Ford and Akira Kurosawa—join Lake Forest College professor Dr. Janet McCracken for this exciting new community engagement series.Close Up: Considering the Aesthetics of Film Through the Works of John Ford and Akira Kurosawa
Registration fee: $250 for the five-week series Registration deadline: Thursday, May 14
Course times:&nbsp;Thursday evenings, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Course dates:&nbsp;May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18
It’s hard to find a director that hasn’t been influenced by John Ford, whose classics like Stagecoach (1939) and The Searchers (1956) helped define the look and feel of American cinema. Across the globe, Akira Kurosawa was creating equally important and influential works such as Rashomom (1950) and Seven Samurai (1954)—films that continue to inspire directors today.
Held at the newly renovated Glen Rowan House, this five-week course will explore the art of filmmaking through selected works by these two titans of the film medium, and discover how movies communicate emotion, ideas, and meaning through images—and why their films still matter today. The opening and closing sessions will begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register&nbsp;for this course by clicking <a href="https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/spring26film" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> Visit&nbsp;the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>
Registration is required to attend.&nbsp;Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Film Discussion Course

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Explore the art of cinema through the lens of legendary directors John Ford and Akira Kurosawa—join Lake Forest College...

Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Film Discussion Course

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