Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville saw a massive influx of happy faces June 11, most of them fitting the "55 or better" age group.

The Deerfield Fine Arts Festival held May 31 and June 1 in Jewett Park, gave artists from local communities and across the country a chance to display their work to the public.

Sans white rabbit and top hat, Magician Gary Kantor came to the Wilmott School after school program on March 14 to teach kids a few basic magic tricks.

Melissa Buchanan, an environmental educator for Lake County Forest Preserves, hosted an educational program titled "Footprints in the Snow."

Three long tables were piled high with candy and meringue for the Holiday Gingerbread House building event at the Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave., Dec. 12.