The Episcopal Preschool

Welcome to The Episcopal Preschool -- a place known for its nurturing environment and broad, enriching curriculum. We have been serving the Lake Forest community for over 50 years and, today, are one of the most well-regarded early learning programs in the area. We offer a strong curriculum, a safe, nurturing environment and extended day enrichment programs to enhance early learning. Our mission is to develop each child to his or her fullest potential, spiritually, intellectually, and socially, so that each may grow in grace, enjoy freedom through knowledge, and lead a healthy, productive and meaningful life. Our guiding principles: •	Inspire curiosity •	Promote independence •	Honor individuality •	Build community •	Cultivate compassion •	Instill integrity •	Embrace a love for learning •	Encourage personal best The Episcopal Preschool is located at The Church of the Holy Spirit. EPS operates under the direction of Melanie Upfold and is overseen by the Preschool Board of Directors. It is licensed by the state of Illinois and is a member of the National Association of Episcopal Schools. EPS operates as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation.

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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

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<a href="https://jillegan.bhhschicago.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jill Egan</a>, Managing Broker of <a href="https://www.bhhschicago.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago</a>&rsquo;s North Region offices, is pleased to announce that the North Region offices in Glenview, Evanston, Libertyville, Lake Forest and Park Ridge will collect pet supplies through May 30th
for Orphans of the Storm. The offices below are participating and can accept donations Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. High demand donation items include wet dog and cat food, laundry soap, dryer sheets, paper towels, bleach, cat litter, chew toys, soft dog toys, and newspaper.

Glenview - 2630 Valor Drive - 847-510-5000&nbsp;Evanston -1239 Chicago Avenue -&nbsp;847-492-9660

Park Ridge - 122 Main Street - 847-823-4144
Libertyville - 150 E Cook Avenue, Suite 100 - 847-362-6200
Lake Forest - 778 N Western Avenue - 847-234-2500

Additionally, on June 12th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Glenview office, there will be a pet adoption event.
Egan said, &ldquo;We are celebrating National Pet Month by teaming up with Orphans of the Storm to provide pets with much needed food and toys. Simply drop off donations at one of our conveniently located offices above and know they will truly be appreciated. Also, on June 12th, we will hold a pet adoption event at our office in The Glen. Come meet the rescue pets that are looking for forever homes and speak with our very own Carla Visoky who is spearheading the event. Thank you in advance for your support of Orphans of the Storm.&rdquo;

Orphans of the Storm&rsquo;s mission is to take responsibility for every dog and cat who reaches their doors and shelter them with the highest standard of care. To learn more about <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Orphans of the Storm</a>, please click <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. 

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