In celebration of Valentine's Day, Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Libertyville will hold an interactive and fun "Love Potions" cocktail class. On Monday, February 13 at 7 p.m., Master Mixologist Scott Armstrong will lead class participants through the creation and tasting of four craft cocktails along with four paired small plates. The event will take place in O'Toole's 412 Lounge. The fee is $35 per person. Tickets may be purchased online <a href="https://www.timothyotooles.com/store/event/february-101-love-potions/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.timothyotooles.com/store/event/february-101-love-potions/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1674582827868000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1EK6kw3px60pFjPj7qD6-r" rel="noopener nofollow">here</a>. Timothy O'Toole's Pub 412 N. Milwaukee Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048 (847) 984-2599 <a href="http://timothyotooles.com/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://timothyotooles.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1674582827868000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2gC32d3yEktHD_TtMMqWc1" rel="noopener nofollow">TimothyOTooles.com</a>

In celebration of Valentine's Day, Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Libertyville will hold an interactive and fun "Love Potions" cocktail class. On Monday, February 13 at 7 p.m., Master Mixologist Scott Armstrong will lead class participants through the creation and tasting of four craft cocktails along with four paired small plates.

The event will take place in O'Toole's 412 Lounge. The fee is $35 per person. Tickets may be purchased online <a href="https://www.timothyotooles.com/store/event/february-101-love-potions/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.timothyotooles.com/store/event/february-101-love-potions/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1674582827868000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1EK6kw3px60pFjPj7qD6-r" rel="noopener nofollow">here</a>. Timothy O’Toole's Pub 412 N. Milwaukee Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048 (847) 984-2599 <a href="http://timothyotooles.com/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://timothyotooles.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1674582827868000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2gC32d3yEktHD_TtMMqWc1" rel="noopener nofollow">TimothyOTooles.com</a>

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The Lake County Fall Boat Show is coming to the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake on September 26–27, 2026.
The two-day event will feature a wide variety of new and used boats, including pontoons, tritoons, fishing boats, runabouts, ski and wake boats, plus an indoor used boat corral for shoppers looking for pre-owned options.
Boat owners considering an upgrade can also take advantage of onsite trade evaluations and speak directly with participating dealers about end-of-season pricing and fall buying opportunities. Select new-boat purchases may also qualify for incentives such as free winter storage.
Admission is free, making the show an easy weekend stop for boat owners, families, anglers and anyone considering getting on the water next season.
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Ragdale, the nationally acclaimed artists’ residency program, located on the former Arts and Crafts country estate of architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, offers tours of the historic Ragdale House. Participants will learn about the Shaw family history and the celebrated artist in residence program. Visitors can experience the seven-acre site which includes three historic homes, several artist studios, gardens and vistas of the 50-acres Shaw Prairie. The Ragdale House and the Barn House, originally built in 1897, are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tour donations help to support the mission of Ragdale.
ADMISSION: $15/person and online reservations must be made in advance.&nbsp;

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Explore the power of artificial intelligence in everyday life—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Benjamin Zeller and Dr. Rachel Whidden for the return of this highly-acclaimed community engagement series
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Registration fee: $450 for the five-week series
Registration deadline: Thursday, October 8
Course times: Thursday evenings, 6-8:30 p.m.
Course dates: October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, November 12
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how we learn, work, create, communicate, and make decisions. Held at the historic Krebs Center for the Humanities, this five-week series offers an accessible introduction to AI while exploring the ethical, social, cultural, and philosophical questions it raises – through demonstrations, discussion, and real-world case studies designed to help participants become informed and thoughtful users of these emerging technologies. Each week will highlight a new topic and 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/ai-series-x86317" 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>.
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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/music-performance-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.

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