The African American Museum at The England Manor

Come enjoy a delicious meal and help support the African American Museum at The England Manor. This event features both lunch and dinner services, plus opportunities to sign up as a volunteer for future museum events.

Local Event: Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

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Waukegan

Illinois

Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

Come enjoy a delicious meal and help support the African American Museum at The England Manor. This event features both lunch...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Gurnee on Friday, September 18th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at 6655 Grand Ave. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Friday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
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Local Event: Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon.

Gurnee

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Gurnee on Friday, September 18th! Note that pizzas will be PAR...

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon.

Ravinia Green Country Club

Keeping Families Covered is hosting its flagship benefit, Casino Night, on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6-10pm at the Ravinia Green Country Club in Riverwoods, IL. Join us for games, food, drinks, music, and fun! This event not only raises funds for our programs but also builds awareness about the important work we do for individuals and families in our community. Your support will help us continue to provide essentials like diapers, period supplies, and incontinence products to those who need them most. Dress code for this event is Vegas Chic - dress to impress for a fun night at the casino! Ample parking is available at the venue. Tickets include food, open bar, and casino games. Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event, so grab them early to reserve your spot!

Local Event: Casino For A Cause

Libertyville

Casino For A Cause

Keeping Families Covered is hosting its flagship benefit, Casino Night, on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6-10pm at the...

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Gurnee IL

Fall Goose Mug-Adult Class

Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Join this family-friendly community event featuring a timed 5K run and a 1-mile walk to support survivors of sexual violence. Every registration helps fund ZCenter's vital free services, including counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour support line.

Local Event: Race To Zero

Race To Zero

Join this family-friendly community event featuring a timed 5K run and a 1-mile walk to support survivors of sexual violence....

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Country Meadows Montessori School

Nature's Classroom 4th-6th Grade Students

Lake County Fairgrounds

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.
Lake County Fall Boat Show 
September 26–27, 2026 
Lake County Fairgrounds — Grayslake, IL 
Free Admission 
LakeCountyFallBoatShow.com

Local Event: Lake County Fall Boat Show 

Grayslake

Lake County Fall Boat Show 

The Lake County Fall Boat Show is coming to the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake on September 26–27, 2026.
The two-day...

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Friday, September 18

Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

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11:00 AM

The African American Museum at The England Manor, 503 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL

Casino For A Cause

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6:00 PM

Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods, IL

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Friday, September 18

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Saturday, September 26

Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon.

Casino For A Cause