Name: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: Exhibit Opening Reception of Sonic Revolutions
Start: 2026-11-12T17:30:00-06:00
Location: Lake Forest College

Lake Forest College

Please join us for a special reception celebrating the opening of Sonic Revolutions: The Photography of Paul Natkin. This student-curated collection of Paul Natkin’s live performance photography captures the essence of iconic popular and rock icons able to open new ways of self-expression and identity.
Guests are invited to join us at 5:30pm to view the remarkable photography, speak with the artist and connect with the students who curated this special exhibition.

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Event: Exhibit Opening Reception of Sonic Revolutions

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In this hilarious 2025 Tony Award-winning satire, an elite private school is thrown into crisis when a mumps outbreak divides parents and board members over vaccines. As debates intensify and facts grow slippery, every solution only deepens the conflict. Eureka Day asks us to fully recognize the humanity of those we disagree with.

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Let your little artist get creative with mosaics! Kids will design and create their own colorful mosaic coaster using bright tiles, fun patterns, and creative designs. With guidance from an instructor, they’ll explore mosaic art while building fine motor skills, concentration, and confidence. Each child takes home a unique handmade coaster!

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The Lake County Fall Boat Show is coming to the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake on September 26–27, 2026.
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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 
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Lake County Fairgrounds — Grayslake, IL 
Free Admission 
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Join The Northshore Chess Club EVERY Saturday from 1-4PM at our “Saturday Chess at Starbucks” events at the Lake Forest Starbucks (672 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL). Check <a href="https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/</a>&nbsp;to join the club, to post comments, ask questions, and RSVP for events.
Please RSVP, come play, and learn something to improve your chess! If you’re a beginner please review the rules of chess (like En Passant) before you come. There’s a PDF on <a href="https://www.chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources</a> (Rules of Chess).
Note: we have a maximum of 15 spots per event, so if you can’t come please cancel your RSVP to allow someone else to come! All ages, genders, and levels welcome!
PS-Dues are $5/YEAR (after a 1 month trial), to defray my Meetup subscription, paid either through Meetup.com, or better yet you can pay me cash and I'll mark you as paid! -Carlos Cardona, Owner Northshore Chess Club, <a href="https://carloscardona.myportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Carlos Cardona Photography</a>

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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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The popular Manhattan Short Film Festival returns to the John &amp; Nancy Hughes Theater at Gorton! Watch ten international short films from filmmakers across six continents, then vote for your favorite. With 10 finalists competing for Best Film and Best Actor, this 2.5-hour program celebrates fresh voices and global storytelling.

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The Ninth Annual Event for the GPF Foundation​ features a keynote appearance by Ryan Knutson​, Editor &amp; Co-Host of ​T​he Journal, the daily podcast from the Wall Street Journal​. ​Lake Forest's Larry Potash, WGN-TV, ​w​ill again be emcee. ​Funds raised support the GPF Foundation’s goal of “Saving Lives Through Awareness.”
Ryan Knutson is a co-host and senior news editor of “The Journal,” a daily podcast produced by the Wall Street Journal that explores the forces driving global events, markets and major companies. Previously he worked at PBS and ProPublica, building a reputation for sharp investigative reporting and clear, accessible storytelling. Just like the GPF Foundation, Ryan's work helps bring awareness and understanding about news and events that impact us all.
In addition to the cocktail party, seated meal and conviviality, guests at the Annual Event will also hear an update on GPF Foundation initiatives from Ross and Nancy Friedman, Board Chair and Director, respectively. Current activities include:

<ul><li>Continued progress on the Blind Spot, an educational video game that has moved into the third phase of development to explore commercial viability.</li><li>First-responder and health professional training and partnerships.</li><li>Development of a diagnostic scoring system for medical professionals.</li><li>On-going Harm Reduction training for at-risk communities.</li><li>The launch of an Associate Board made up of young adult volunteers to help spread awareness on harm reduction and the Foundation’s life-saving work. </li></ul>

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Artificial Intelligence and Everyday Life: Understanding, Engaging, and Applying AI
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>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a variety of heated and non-heated classes designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re brand new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice. From strength-building Power and Sculpt + Flow classes to restorative Slow Flow and Restore experiences, every class is designed to help you move, sweat, reset, and reconnect. More than just a workout, YogaSix Highland Park is a community-focused space where members can show up exactly as they are. Our experienced instructors create an inclusive environment that feels supportive, motivating, and approachable—without intimidation or pressure. We focus on movement that feels good, music that keeps the energy high, and experiences that leave you feeling stronger both physically and mentally. Located in the heart of Highland Park, our studio is proud to offer a consistent schedule of classes seven days a week, special workshops, wellness events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whether you’re looking to build strength, reduce stress, improve flexibility, or simply carve out time for yourself, YogaSix Highland Park is here to support your goals. We’re more than a yoga studio—we’re a place to sweat, grow, breathe, and belong.

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