Name: Nature Photography Contest 2026
Start: 2026-08-27T08:00:00-05:00
Location: Emily Oaks Nature Center

Emily Oaks Nature Center

Shoot your photos NOW for the Emily Oaks Nature Photography Contest in September! Photos must be taken at the Nature Center by amateur photographers and can be entered in three categories: Wildlife, Scenery, and People in Nature.
Entries for children up to 14 years old may be judged separately if enough children's entries are received.
Photos will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 6.
People's choice voting from September 12 - September 27.
Results of the professional judging will be announced on October 3.
Ribbons and prizes are awarded for each category!
Entry fees: $6 for the first photo / $4 for each additional entry.
(photos must be printed out and  mounted in a mat frame - see <a href="https://www.skokieparks.org/assets/1/15/Contest_Rules_and_Application.pdf?6035" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Contest Rules and Application</a>

Local Event: Nature Photography Contest 2026

Cook County

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Skokie

Illinois

Nature Photography Contest 2026

Shoot your photos NOW for the Emily Oaks Nature Photography Contest in September! Photos must be taken at the Nature Center by...

Harrer Park and Harrer Pool

<h1>75 Anniversary Birthday Celebration</h1>
Morton Grove Park District is turning 75, and we are throwing a party the whole community is invited to! Expect FREE activities, delicious food, a beer garden, live music,and nonstop fun all night long.
Entertainment for the evening is our very own Face the Music and 16 Candles! Bring lawn chairs and blankets. And to close it out? A can’t-miss DRONE SHOW lighting up the sky!
Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate 75 years of the District in a BIG way. Free Event!
SCHEDULE Inflatables: 4-8 pm Petting Zoo: 5-8 pm Bands: Face the Music &gt; 4:30 pm, 16 Candles &gt; 7-9 pm Finale: Drone Show: 9 pm
Sponsors: <a href="https://lavittanimalhospital.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lavitt Animal Hospital</a> and <a href="https://locations.raisingcanes.com/il/morton-grove/6881-dempster-street" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Raising Cane’s Morton Grove</a>

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When farmland is managed with best practices, you can protect and rebuild the soils that your investment relies on, improve drinking water quality for local communities, fight climate change, and help wildlife.
Farmland owners are encouraged to join the Izaak Walton League of America and University of Illinois Extension for an event in your area to learn about best practices to protect our natural resources, how to talk about conservation with your tenant farmer, and connect with other landowners. These introductory events will be followed by a series of virtual webinars on additional topics.
Register and learn more:&nbsp;<a href="https://iwla.org/landownerconnect/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Farmland Owner Conservation Connections 2026 - Izaak Walton League of America</a>

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Wayfarer Theaters

Learn about a young girl’s extraordinary journey surviving the Holocaust, told through the eyes of Dr. Janet Bond Brill, her daughter-in-law and one of the people who knew her best.
In her new book Little Edna’s War: A True Story of Resistance and Hope, Dr. Brill shares how Edna Szurek was just a young girl when the Nazis invaded Poland and her childhood was turned upside down. Edna and her family lived at Mila 18 in the Warsaw Ghetto, which later became the headquarters of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
By seven, she was slipping through cracks in the ghetto wall to smuggle food. By 10, she carried a pistol and coded messages for the Polish Home Army — its youngest decorated soldier — operating under the name Stefania Skółkowska, a Catholic identity borrowed from a Warsaw cemetery headstone. Pope Pius XII personally pinned a medal to her chest, unaware he was honoring a Jewish child who had outmaneuvered the Reich. She survived the ghetto, a prisoner-of-war camp, and a convent.
Little Edna’s War is Dr. Janet Bond Brill’s reconstruction of the woman who became her mother-in-law and, over thirty-seven years, her closest friend. Using more than five hours of testimony recorded by the USC Shoah Foundation and a lifetime of shared memory, Brill gives full account to a child who defied every plan designed to erase her.
Join Dr. Brill for a conversation about testimony, narrative, and what one extraordinary life reveals about childhood, identity, resistance, and survival during the Holocaust. Reservations required.

Local Event: Book & Author: Little Edna’s War: A True Story of Resistance and Hope An Evening with Dr. Janet Bond

Book & Author: Little Edna’s War: A True Story...

Learn about a young girl’s extraordinary journey surviving the Holocaust, told through the eyes of Dr. Janet Bond Brill, her...

Book & Author: Little Edna’s War: A True Story of Resistance and Hope An Evening with Dr. Janet Bond

Highland Park Community House

The High&nbsp;Holidays are central to our Jewish living, not because they mark an historic event, but because they embody an essential Jewish process: intense personal and communal introspection held in play with boundless hope that our behavior will make a difference. In these difficult and painful times with so much division in our community and our country, we need to share in our Jewish journeys. That's why we invite you to participate this year, either in person or on Zoom. Information is available on our website: <a href="https://aitzhayim.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.aitzhayim.org</a>

Local Event: Aitz Hayim High Holiday services

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Aitz Hayim High Holiday services

The High Holidays are central to our Jewish living, not because they mark an historic event, but because they embody an...

Community Animal Rescue Effort - C.A.R.E.™

<h2>🐾 Visit C.A.R.E.'s Adoption Center – Open Hours! 🐶🐱</h2>
📍 4927 Main Street, Skokie, IL 60077 🗓 Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday of the Month ⏰ Drop in during our Open Hours from 12-3 to meet adoptable pets!
<h3>Come Meet Your Future Furry Friend!</h3>
Looking to add love and paws to your life? Join us during Open Hours at the C.A.R.E. Adoption Center to meet some of our adorable adoptable <a href="https://www.carenorthshore.org/cats" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cats</a> and <a href="https://www.carenorthshore.org/dogs" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dogs</a>!
Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to learn more about our mission, our team will be there to welcome you.
<h3>🐕 What to Expect:</h3>
<ul><li>Meet adoptable cats &amp; dogs in a welcoming, low-stress environment</li><li>Cuddle and connect with pets waiting for their forever homes</li><li>Learn more about our adoption process and how to get started</li></ul>
👉 Want to streamline your visit? We recommend submitting an <a href="https://www.carenorthshore.org/adoption-forms" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">adoption application in advance</a> through our website!

<h3>📌 Please Note:</h3>
<ul><li>Some pets listed on our website may be in foster care and not present at the Adoption Center.</li><li>Same-day adoptions are not always available, but our team is here to guide you through every step.</li></ul>
<h3>💛 No RSVP Needed – Just Stop By!</h3>
Open Hours are a great time to connect with C.A.R.E., ask questions, and maybe even meet your new best friend.
Let love find you—one paw at a time.

Local Event: Visit C.A.R.E.'s Adoption Center – Open Hours!

Visit C.A.R.E.'s Adoption Center – Open Hours!

🐾 Visit C.A.R.E.'s Adoption Center – Open Hours! 🐶🐱
📍 4927 Main Street, Skokie, IL 60077 🗓 Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday of...

Join the monarch butterflies on their migration to Mexico as you walk or run loops around the nature center paved trail and pass informational mileposts along the way. Participants in this fundraiser receive an event t-shirt and a packet of milkweed seeds. Finish the migration trail and go home with a Monarch Migration souvenir! Day-of-event walk in registrations welcome. A perfect way to spend your Sunday morning!
Call Emily Oaks Nature Center at (847) 677-7001&nbsp;with questions. In case of heavy rain, the event will be rescheduled.
Time: 10 a.m. to Noon Staggered start times. The last start time is 11:40 a.m.
Tickets: $28 Adult (11 Yrs. &amp; Up) // $21 Child (10 Yrs. &amp; Under) Fundraiser
<a href="https://ilskokieweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&amp;keyword=monarch" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to purchase tickets</a>

Local Event: Monarch Migration Fun Run and Walk 1K and 3K

Monarch Migration Fun Run and Walk 1K and 3K

Join the monarch butterflies on their migration to Mexico as you walk or run loops around the nature center paved trail and...

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<h2>31st Annual Strut for Strays</h2>
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Join C.A.R.E. for our 31st Annual Strut for Strays, a hybrid fundraising walk benefiting homeless pets. Walk with us in person at McGrath Evanston Subaru in Skokie or participate virtually from anywhere between September 19–26.
Your participation helps provide lifesaving care for rescue animals. In 2025, C.A.R.E. helped more than 410 pets find loving homes, and every dollar raised supports medical care, food, shelter, and adoption services.
<h3>Registration</h3>
$45 – T-shirt, goodie bag* &amp; local pickup $70 – T-shirt, goodie bag* &amp; shipping
*Goodie bags are guaranteed for the first 200 registrants. T-shirts available while supplies last.
<h3>In-Person Event</h3>
Saturday, September 19
<ul><li>Registration begins at 8:30 AM</li><li>2.5-mile walk</li><li>Adoptable pets</li><li>Refreshments</li><li>Dog activities</li><li>Swag pickup</li></ul>
Can't make it? Register for the virtual walk and complete your 2.5 miles anytime between September 19–26. Pick up your swag at a scheduled pickup event or have it shipped to you.
Create a fundraising page, invite friends to join your team, and help us give more homeless pets the second chance they deserve.
<a href="https://secure.qgiv.com/event/strutforstrays2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register today and Strut for Strays with C.A.R.E.!</a>

Local Event: C.A.R.E. Strut For Strays

C.A.R.E. Strut For Strays

31st Annual Strut for Strays
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Join C.A.R.E. for our 31st Annual Strut for Strays, a hybrid...

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Friday 8/28 &amp; Saturday 8/296749 N. Keeler Ave, Lincolnwood
COME SHOP: 9AM to 4PM
Woman&rsquo;s shoes and boots
45 (1960&rsquo;s) PLAYBOYS
Fishing tackle box and fishing rods
100&rsquo;s of VHS, DVDs and CD&rsquo;s
Vintage Woman&rsquo;s magazine (Cookbooks &amp; Fashion)
Old Tupperware &amp; Kitchen appliances
85+ LIFE Magazines
Tracy Porter Dishware
New, complete (basic) drone system
Old Board Games (1960&rsquo;s)
Many fun family board games
Old cookbooks
Tons of Kids Toy Grab Bags
20 Collectable McDonalds Large plates
Kids Pool &amp; Water Toys
Signed-framed large Fishing Prints
Old Victoria Secret Catalogs
Large Box of Sports Cards (baseball, football, hockey)
Unique Cubs Memorabila (Promo Items &amp; Pins)
Photography Equipment
AND SO MUCH MORE!

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Orthopaedic & Rehabilitation Centers is a premier orthopedic

ORC Chicago - Orthopaedic & Rehabilitation Centers

Orthopaedic &amp; Rehabilitation Centers is a premier orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and physical rehabilitation facility with convenient locations in the Lincoln Square and Wicker Park neighborhoods of Chicago. Since 1979, the practice has provided comprehensive care for patients of all ages, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of bone, joint, and spine conditions. The center features a team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons who offer advanced medical services, including minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures, joint replacements, and regenerative medicine. Their expertise spans a wide range of specialties, such as trauma care, work-related injuries, and targeted treatments for pain in the shoulders, elbows, hands, hips, knees, feet, and ankles. Patients can expect high-quality, personalized care supported by state-of-the-art technology, including MRI services accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. Recognized as top doctors by Chicago Magazine and Castle Connolly, the medical team is dedicated to helping patients recover and return to their daily activities with 24/7 on-call physician availability for emergencies.

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Orthopaedic & Rehabilitation Centers is a premier orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and physical rehabilitation facility with convenient...

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At Up Closets of Chicago, we’re passionate about designing and installing closet, garage, laundry room, office, and mudroom storage solutions. We believe that the spaces inside your home should reflect the pride you take in it on the outside. We’re not investors from out of town. We’re not a corporate team managing from a distance. We’re local homeowners just like you – people who understand what it means to need more space, better organization, and a home that genuinely works for your family.

At Up Closets of Chicago, we’re passionate about designing and installing closet, garage, laundry room, office, and mudroom storage solutions. We...

PEER Services, Inc.

PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. PEER Services provides community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to teens, adults and families in Northern Cook County, including Evanston, Maine, New Trier, Niles and Northfield Townships, and the north side of Chicago. PEER Services reduces the harms of substance use, addiction and stigma by engaging youth and adults with innovative prevention programming and by supporting people on their path to recovery through holistic, evidence-based treatment. We provide affirming services to all in need, regardless of their ability to pay. Our Programs: Adult Treatment: •	Individual &amp; Group Counseling •	Intensive Outpatient Program •	Medication-Assisted Recovery for Heroin, Opioid Use or Alcohol Use Disorders •	Case Management •	DUI Risk Education &amp; Aftercare •	Alcohol and Other Drug Evaluations •	Recovery Support Specialists •	Recovery Oriented Systems of Care Coalition •	Substance Use Crisis Support at The Living Room (Evanston) •	Partnerships with the United States Probation Office and the Cook County Skokie Court House through our Second Chances Program Adolescent Treatment: •	Early intervention education •	Individual counseling •	Family Support Prevention Services: PEER Services prevention department partners with schools, local non-profit organizations, businesses, local coalitions, and others to help support the community to act as a united front in substance use prevention (SUP) and mental health support. We provide presentations, trainings, and resources for youth, parents, community members, local organizations, and other community entities on topics such as Alcohol, Cannabis, Current substance trends, Fentanyl, Life Skills Training, Decision Making, Peer Pressure, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Opioid Overdose, Prescription Medications, Tobacco, and Vaping

PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. PEER Services provides community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to...

Family Dentist in Morton Grove, IL | 300+ 5-Star Reviews

ProCare Family Dental – Morton Grove

ProCare Family Dental is a top-rated dentist in Morton Grove, IL, proudly serving Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, and Glenview for over 25 years. With 300+ 5-star reviews, our family-owned private practice is known for personalized, modern dental care in a comfortable setting. At ProCare, we focus on one patient at a time—providing attentive, gentle care for every visit. Our dental services include: • General &amp; preventive dentistry • Same-day emergency dental care • Dental implants &amp; restorations • Crowns, bridges &amp; cosmetic dentistry • Invisalign &amp; orthodontics • Children’s dentistry (starting at age 1) Conveniently located at 5700 Dempster St. in Morton Grove, our stand-alone building offers free parking and easy access. Our multilingual team is dedicated to making your experience comfortable, efficient, and stress-free. New patients and families are always welcome. 📞 Call (847) 965-6223 💻 Book online: https://book.patientconnect365.com/#/02f6f5d3-e088-4874-a29e-d712a54eedd3

ProCare Family Dental is a top-rated dentist in Morton Grove, IL, proudly serving Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, and Glenview for over 25 years. With...

Authentic Arabic Sweets Taste of Tradition

Al Basha Sweets Co

Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious array of desserts crafted from passed down Palestinian family recipes and reflect the heritage of the Middle Eastern region. Sometimes, the simplest sweets bring the greatest joy. Experience the beauty of our Oriental-Arabic treats that celebrate the essence of simplicity. Try Bridgeview’s most celebrated and innovative dessert trays for your table with tradition of sharing and community, open 7 days a week. Our desserts are authentic, distinctive, and made with the highest quality regionally sourced traditional ingredients. We have the most varieties of knafeh around and served fresh every morning, including both hot and chilled sweets. With the most authentic and unique selection of arabic desserts anywhere, be sure to visit for our seasonal specials. Al Basha Sweets Co is the taste of heritage and hospitality whether you’re celebrating Ramadan, birthday, wedding, holiday, or simply treating yourself, their sweets bring people together and turn moments into memories.

Will County

Andrea Earnest

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Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious...

Stephens Dentistry

Stephens Dentistry, located in Evanston and the North Shore, has been offering top-tier dental care for over six decades. Our current dentists, Dr. Montoya and Dr. Raibulet, continue the legacy of exceptional care started by Dr. James Stephens. We pride ourselves on treating patients as family and our mission is to see you smile.

Stephens Dentistry, located in Evanston and the North Shore, has been offering top-tier dental care for over six decades. Our current dentists, Dr....

Top-Rated Family Dentist Serving Morton Grove & Nearby Areas

Welcome to ProCare Family Dental, proudly serving patients in Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, Glenview, and surrounding towns for over 25 years. We are a family-owned, private dental practice focused on modern, compassionate care in a welcoming environment. At ProCare, patients are treated like family—one at a time, with personalized attention and consistent providers. Our experienced team offers comprehensive dental care for all ages, including: General &amp; preventive dentistry Emergency dental care (same-day appointments available) Dental implants &amp; restorations Crowns, bridges &amp; cosmetic dentistry Invisalign &amp; orthodontics Children’s dentistry starting at age 1 Conveniently located at 5700 Dempster St. in Morton Grove, our stand-alone office with free parking is easy to access and well known in the community. We pride ourselves on on-time appointments, a gentle approach, and a multilingual team dedicated to your comfort. New patients and families are always welcome. 📞 Call: (847) 965-6223 💻 Learn more or book online: https://book.patientconnect365.com/#/02f6f5d3-e088-4874-a29e-d712a54eedd3

Welcome to ProCare Family Dental, proudly serving patients in Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, Glenview, and surrounding towns for over 25 years. We...

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