A Charlie Brown Christmas has been a part of Christmas in American since 1965 - and so it's been a part of my Christmas literally my entire life.
Tradesman and women helped build this country, yet often neglect to keep their health in good repair.
Things certainly changed by the time Vietnam, came to be. That is the only war where the dogs were declared “surplus equipment”, and left behind.
The community is invited to join in a celebration of the true meaning of Christmas at a free family-oriented program on Friday, Dec. 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Northern Lake YMCA in Waukegan.
Suggestions when shopping for seniors
Learn to enjoy the life you live!
Retired Circuit Judge and former YMCA board member Dave Hall, who’s battling ALS, plans to walk 100 miles in the days ahead to help keep the Waukegan YMCA open beyond Dec. 31.
Reprinted with permission from Dan of The Dog Guide! http://www.dogguide.net/blog/2008/05/in-honor-of-memorial-day-7-famous-dogs-of-war/
Lake County Family YMCA has a way for parents to keep their grade school-aged children engaged in quality activities during the upcoming holiday vacation period.
Local businesswoman, Shannon Cole, joins national group for pet professionals as pet industry expands.
Beware, danger lurks behind the fence.
Today, in 1863, Lincoln said a few words in dedicating a new cemetery in the fields around the little town of Gettysburg, PA. Those few words inspired this post.
A devotion based on the classic TV show "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving."
Rosalind Franklin University Health System’s mobile health unit, Community Care Connection, has scheduled stops at both Lake County Family YMCA branches in December.
Register now to be sure to receive our great goody bag, plus your long sleeve technical shirt!
Local students get involved in shining the spotlight on Rare Disease Education.
Community forums organized by Waukegan Township Supervisor Patricia Jones aimed at keeping the YMCA in Waukegan open beyond Dec. 31 are scheduled to continue on an almost weekly basis until then.
I am asking you to go to your Local, State, and Federal Legislatures and obtain Proclamations from them, Designating March 13 as K-9 Veterans’ Day.
Change your holiday traditions to make them more enjoyable for you and your elderly family members
Palatine Park District presents free lacrosse clinic for boys and girls in grades 3 to 8.
Now that Obama has been re-elected, will he finally be able to change the complex tax system?
Open registration is underway for late fall programs the whole family can enjoy at Lake County Family YMCA branches in Vernon Hills and Waukegan.
While I believe in a patient’s right to die with dignity, I think we are on a very slippery slope. We should all be very careful that we don’t slide right into an early grave.
Rosalind Franklin University Health System’s mobile health unit will be at Central Lake YMCA in Vernon Hills, on Nov. 12, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. providing certain screenings free of charge.
Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band to Perform Its 11th Annual Fall Concert on Saturday, November 10 at 7 PM - Libertyville High School! To include Classics of Wind and Jazz Band music.
Regardless of who wins, being healthy is your best healthcare option!
The Lake County Family YMCA Board has decided to keep the Northern Lake YMCA in Waukegan open through the end of this year as work continues on developing a plan for long-term sustainability.
Lake County Family YMCA, the Village of Vernon Hills and the Park District of Vernon Hills have reached an agreement for the Park District to acquire and operate the Central Lake YMCA.
Lake Zurich youth join Two Hearts Rock in creating Denim Ribbons-a unifying symbol of HOPE- for World Rare Disease Day, February 28, 2013
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Rare Disease Patient Advocates use live music as fuel for creating medical breakthroughs.
Some things to do in preparation for Fall projects
Annual Fall Craft Fair to feature over 125 vendors, huge raffle table, free door prize entry, and concessions.
Do you know which Congressional District you live in? You may not be voting for the candidates you think you are.
Inspired by a visit to the father of one of my very best friends from high school.
Lake County Family YMCA is launching a capital campaign to raise $5 to $8 million by Oct. 31, 2012, to keep both its Waukegan and Vernon Hills YMCA branches open to the community.
Lake County Family YMCA will close its two branch facilities in Waukegan and Vernon Hills Oct. 31 due to insufficient financial resources to sustain operations on a long-term basis.
You've just purchased a new home and the assessor's valuation is higher than the purchase price~what to do?
Lake Zurich Rotarians hsoted speakers on Diabetes awareness and efforts coming this week to continue raising funds for research and education.
Techniques for Convincing Elders to Accept Help