Fall
Hayrides in Lake County
Introduce your kids to this fun fall tradition, Hayrides Lake County. There’s a hayride location perfect for everyone, from woods to farms and in between. […]
Articles by Cindy Smith
Christmas
Holiday Drive-in Movies and Virtual Performances
As much as I love curling up on the couch with a fire to watch Christmas Vacation (for the 527th time), there’s nothing quite like watching a favorite holiday classic on the big screen. This year holiday […]
Christmas
Chop your Perfect Tree – Christmas Tree Farms in Lake County
It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! So pile your kids into the family station wagon, sing Deck the Halls at the top of your lungs, and head into the country to a Lake County Christmas […]
Summer
Cruise Nights and Car Shows in Lake County
I have a love of old cars. I was lucky enough to have a cool dad who taught me and then trusted me enough to drive his prize 1967 Ford Mustang convertible (see below for […]
Ice skating
Where to go Ice Skating in Lake County
Does winter weather bring visions of you and your family gracefully gliding over the ice wearing cute winter gear? Luckily for us there is no shortage of ice skating rinks in Lake County. And yes, […]
Sledding
Where to go Sledding in Lake County
Let’s get real. Snow, whether it’s the first flakes or the 12th storm of the season, is beyond magical for most kids. But for most of us adults, the magic quickly dissipates when we have […]
Classes
Fall for Dance: Dance Academy of Libertyville Preschool Open House is August 17
Dance Academy of Libertyville is a Little Lake County advertising partner When the big kids head back to school it’s the perfect time to get your little ones moving and grooving with dance! Dance Academy […]
Summer
Summer Outdoor Movies
After the winter that never wants to end, it’s hard to imagine being outside for more than 15 minutes, let alone watching a movie outside! But if all goes as planned, summer should arrive in […]
Dining Lake County
Little Reviews: City Barbeque at Mellody Farms (Vernon Hills)
I’ve lived in the Chicago area most of my life, minus my college years and the three years I lived in Dublin, OH (a suburb of Columbus). While there are many things I love and […]
Summer
Insiders Guide to Lunch in the Park {Libertyville}
Lunch in the Park Libertyville has been a summer tradition in downtown Cook Park for over 25 years. Picture the song “Saturday in the Park” by Chicago, only it’s Friday, in Libertyville. There are people […]