Name: What's In a Name?
Start: 2026-09-10T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Lake Bluff Public Library

Lake Bluff Public Library

Chicago has collected countless nicknames, slogans, and mottos over the years but where did they come from? Join Clarence Goodman as he uncovers the stories behind some of the city’s most memorable names and explores the history, culture, and geography that shaped them.

Local Event: What's In a Name?

Lake County

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Lake Forest-Lake Bluff

Illinois

What's In a Name?

Chicago has collected countless nicknames, slogans, and mottos over the years but where did they come from? Join Clarence...

Gorton Center

Come sing with us at this evening of music from the 60’s and 70’s with Cathy Glickman and Andrew Blenderman.&nbsp;
First, we’ll warm up! Next, we will sing a selection of familiar favorites.&nbsp;No experience is necessary, and there’s no future commitment – just a chance to share music in a welcoming, low-pressure setting.
The event runs about 45–60 minutes, followed by refreshments and time to connect.
<h5>Good to know:</h5>
<ul><li>Open to all ages – bring the whole family</li><li>No experience or vocal knowledge necessary</li><li>One-off event with no future commitment</li><li>Led by Cathy Glickman and Andrew Blenderman</li><li>Refreshments afterward</li></ul>
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Sing at Gorton is a welcoming community sing series designed to bring people together in a fun, informal way. Each event is themed around a different style of music, led by local hosts and open to everyone — no experience or vocal knowledge necessary. These one-off gatherings last about 45–60 minutes and end with refreshments, making it easy to join in, connect and sing.

Local Event: Sing at Gorton – Music of the 60’s and 70’s

Sing at Gorton – Music of the 60’s and 70’s

Come sing with us at this evening of music from the 60’s and 70’s with Cathy Glickman and Andrew Blenderman. 
First, we’ll warm...

Have old or broken technology you no longer need? Donate it to be refurbished or responsibly recycled, helping provide devices to low-income individuals and families in need. Drop off qualifying items at the Library’s First Floor Service Desk during operating hours.
Accepted Items:
<ul><li>Desktop or laptop computers</li><li>Phones</li><li>TVs and monitors (no CRTs)</li><li>Computer accessories like keyboards, mice, or speakers</li><li>Printers</li><li>Hard drives and other computer parts</li><li>Power cords and cables</li><li>Servers and networking equipment</li></ul>
NOT Accepted:
<ul><li>household appliances (including microwaves, refrigerators, and vacuums)</li><li>car batteries</li><li>CRT (tube) TVs and monitors</li><li>copiers</li><li>anything containing chemicals, fossil fuels, bio waste, oil, liquids, powders, asbestos, or freon</li></ul>The Electronics Recycling Drive will be from August 19th - August 22nd.

Local Event: Electronics Recycling Drive

Electronics Recycling Drive

Have old or broken technology you no longer need? Donate it to be refurbished or responsibly recycled, helping provide devices...

<h4>Wines for golden hour into midsummer night</h4>
Celebrate the height of summer with a warm, glowing tasting inspired by sun-kissed days and lingering midsummer evenings. This guided experience features a curated selection of clean, pure, and sustainably crafted wines, refreshing and expressive, designed to be enjoyed as the sun sets and the evening unfolds.
From sparkling pours and crisp whites to vibrant rosé and perfectly chillable reds, each wine reflects the brightness, balance, and effortless elegance of the season. Set in a relaxed golden hour atmosphere, guests will enjoy a tasting meant to be savored slowly as the sun sets and the evening unfolds into soft moonlight, where light, warmth, and beautifully crafted wines come together.
The tasting will include tasting materials and light bites to enjoy alongside the wines. Wines presented and provided by Oakwood Vines, Lake Forest, IL.

Local Event: Midsummer Nights: Golden Hour Wine Tasting

Midsummer Nights: Golden Hour Wine Tasting

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Join The Northshore Chess Club EVERY Saturday from 1-4PM at our “Saturday Chess at Starbucks” events at the Lake Forest Starbucks (672 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL). Check <a href="https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/</a>&nbsp;to join the club, to post comments, ask questions, and RSVP for events.
Please RSVP, come play, and learn something to improve your chess! If you’re a beginner please review the rules of chess (like En Passant) before you come. There’s a PDF on <a href="https://www.chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources</a> (Rules of Chess).
Note: we have a maximum of 15 spots per event, so if you can’t come please cancel your RSVP to allow someone else to come! All ages, genders, and levels welcome!
PS-Dues are $5/YEAR (after a 1 month trial), to defray my Meetup subscription, paid either through Meetup.com, or better yet you can pay me cash and I'll mark you as paid! -Carlos Cardona, Owner, <a href="https://carloscardona.myportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Carlos Cardona Photography</a>

Local Event: Northshore Chess Club at Starbucks

Northshore Chess Club at Starbucks

Join The Northshore Chess Club EVERY Saturday from 1-4PM at our “Saturday Chess at Starbucks” events at the Lake Forest...

Due to library closure, this program had to be rescheduled from July. August 27th is the new date for the event.
Step into the spirited tradition of tea dueling—where competitors race to dunk and devour biscuits before they crumble! Sample a variety of teas at this playful, flavorful gathering for tea lovers and curious newcomers alike.

Local Event: Tea Dueling (Rescheduled)

Tea Dueling (Rescheduled)

Due to library closure, this program had to be rescheduled from July. August 27th is the new date for the event.
Step into the...

<h5>Salute in Song</h5>
Celebrate the spirit of America with Salute in Song featuring the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes. Experience an inspiring afternoon of patriotic music, American favorites, and timeless classics in Gorton’s John &amp; Nancy Hughes Theater. The talented musicians of the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes proudly honor those who serve while sharing the power of live music with the community. Whether you’re celebrating a loved one, showing your patriotism, or simply enjoying a great performance, this free concert offers something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music, service, and community.
Navy Band Great Lakes’ Wind Ensemble is comprised of active duty musicians under the direction of Lieutenant David Harbuziuk. This ensemble upholds the legacy of its famous bandmaster, Lieutenant Commander John Philip Sousa, by continuing the tradition of military music throughout the Midwest. The Wind Ensemble’s repertoire consists of classic concert band literature, patriotic music, marches, pop music arrangements, and vocal features.
As the musical “Ambassadors to the Midwest,” the Navy Band Great Lakes Wind Ensemble supports Navy outreach across a nine-state area, stretching from Ohio to Kansas, Minnesota to Missouri, and every Midwestern state in between. Wind Ensemble concerts allow the band to tell the Navy’s story, celebrate 250 years of service to our nation, and reach audiences that do not have opportunities to see Sailors on a regular basis. Concerts are patriotic, family-friendly events designed to be entertaining for young and old alike.
<h5>Proud to Serve</h5>
“Pride in Service” has been the theme for Navy Band Great Lakes for more than a century. From 1911, when the band first formed, to 1917, when Lieutenant Commander John Philip Sousa served as Bandmaster, to today, under the direction of Lieutenant David Harbuziuk, our music represents the pride and professionalism that is synonymous with the United States Navy. In addition to public outreach concerts, units from Navy Band Great Lakes also provide military support across the region, including serving Commander, Naval Service Training Command’s mission of transforming volunteers into twenty-first-century Sea Warriors by performing each week for recruits, Sailors, and their families at basic training graduations.
Navy Band Great Lakes is grateful to maintain a robust schedule with more than 250 military support and outreach performances annually for millions of Americans across the Midwest.
This event is free but seats are limited- please register to reserve yours now!

Local Event: Salute in Song: Navy Band Great Lakes

Salute in Song: Navy Band Great Lakes

Salute in Song
Celebrate the spirit of America with Salute in Song featuring the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes. Experience an...

<a href="https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/1000-books-kindergarten" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">1,000 Books Before Kindergarten</a> will help your little one learn key building blocks to literacy and language fluency. Whether your child is three months old or three years old, reading helps build social and emotional skills, sparks creativity and imagination and promotes bonding. For more information about how to register, visit <a href="https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/1000-books-kindergarten" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LakeBluffLibrary.org/1000Books</a>.
Ages 0 to 6.

Local Event: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten will help your little one learn key building blocks to literacy and language fluency. Whether...

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Discuss the state of democracy in the United States—Join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Jim Marquardt, Dr. Alejandra Lopez Villegas, and Dr. Zachary Cook for this exciting new community engagement series.
A State of DemocracyRegistration deadline: Tuesday, September 1
Registration fee: $250 for the five-week series

Course times: Tuesday evenings, 6-8 p.m.
Course dates: September 8, September 15, September 22, October 6, October 13
Two College-wide lectures are associated with this series: <a href="https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/WorldNeedsLeaders" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“The World Needs Leaders” with former U.S. Ambassador Jeff Flake</a> on September 23 and <a href="https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/?id=8935bb79-f62f-4326-bd92-0c1a4c32f0c4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“MLK and the Voting Rights Act” with Pulitzer Prize winning author Jonathan Eig</a> on September 28. All course participants are invited to attend as part of this series.
Held at the newly renovated Glen Rowan House, this series explores both the constraints on democracy—such as recent democratic backsliding, the Constitution’s roadblocks on majority rule, and the weakening of voting rights to name a few—and strategies to overcome them and enhance democracy in America. Each week will highlight a new topic and the opening and closing sessions will begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments prior to class.
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 for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/politics-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit 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. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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

Lake Forest College Community Engagement...

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course

Explore the history of Renaissance architecture and art—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Melissa Rovner and Dr. Kimiko Matsumura for this exciting new community engagement series
Art and Architecture History at the Krebs Center
Registration fee: $450 for the five-week series
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 3
Course times: Thursday evenings, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Course dates: September 10, September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8
Held at the historic Krebs Center for the Humanities, this series will explore the traditions of Renaissance form, ornament, spatial organization, material culture, and visual symbolism that shaped how buildings and objects were made, inhabited, and interpreted. Along the way, participants will apply what they have learned directly to the Krebs Center and its collection, asking how the villa itself accumulates meaning, displays taste, and shapes our encounters with history. Each session 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 for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/art-and-architecture-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit 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. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

Local Event: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Art and Architecture Course

Explore the history of Renaissance architecture and art—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Melissa Rovner and Dr. Kimiko...

Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Art and Architecture Course

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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.

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