Where To Have Fun In The Snow In Lake Co.: Sledding, Ice Skating

From ice skating to sledding to cross-country skiing, here is what is offered at local forest preserves in Lake County.

New Outdoor Market Coming To Lake County This Summer

The village of Lake Villa announced the launch of its Fresh Friday Market, which will take part in Lehman Park this summer.

Best Date Night Restaurants In, Around Grayslake

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, we are looking to readers to share their favorite romantic restaurant choices.

Your Guide To Outdoor Winter Recreation In Lake County

From ice skating to sledding to cross-country skiing, here is what is offered at local forest preserves in Lake County.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Grayslake?

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to help you compile a list of lights around Grayslake that deserve a drive-by.

Where To See Santa In Grayslake This Christmas Season

In Grayslake, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

Your Guide To Tree Lighting Ceremonies, Parades Near Grayslake

We've got a roundup of top holiday events happening on Friday and Saturday in and around Grayslake as well as events happening soon.

2024 Holiday Parades, Festivals: What You Need To Know

We've got a roundup of top holiday events, where to visit Santa, parades, holiday walks and more in the area.

Holiday 'Night' Life: Best Downtowns For Holiday Lights, Evenings Out

In the northern Chicago suburbs, which downtowns and outdoor shopping centers do you like to visit during the holiday season?

Solar-Lit Trails Open In Lake County

Starting Sunday, November 3, you can enjoy nature after dark by exploring two Lake County forest preserves with illuminated trails.

Patch's Best 2024 Halloween Yard Haunts: Lake And McHenry Counties

Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Lake and McHenry Counties.

Grayslake Family Opens New Pumpkin Farm

On Sept. 21, Tobie Family Farm opened at 22070 W. Peterson Road in Grayslake.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Grayslake This Fall

Whether you plan to carve a jack-o’-lantern or just add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin.

Hike Lake County Challenge Gets Underway

If you complete seven designated walks before November 30, you'll earn a commemorative shield for your walking stick or a zipper pull.

Where You Can See Fireworks In Grayslake, Northern Suburbs

We've got a full roundup of fireworks and Fourth of July festivities, which get underway Friday and continue through mid-July.

Grayslake-Area Fireworks List 2024

Starting next weekend, Grayslake and area communities will get Fourth of July festivities underway.

Grayslake Craft Beer Festival Returns This Weekend

The festival will run from 12 to 5 p.m. at 33 S. Whitney Street in downtown Grayslake.

Massive Tulip Festival Opens To Public For Season At Richardson Farm In Spring Grove

An annual tulip festival, which will feature approximately a million tulips, opened for the season last weekend.

Sledding, Solar-Lit Hikes, Ice Skating: Where To Go In Lake Co.

The Lake County Forest Preserves provides area residents with a variety of great option for outdoor activities in the winter.

Holiday Tree Pickup Gets Underway Friday in Grayslake

Village officials say all holiday tress should be left at the curb or edge of the street the night before tree pickup days.

Frosty Fest Returns To Gurnee This Weekend

Viking Park in Gurnee will be transformed into a winter wonderland this Saturday.

Voting Open On Grayslake Giving Trees Through Saturday

Have you stopped out to check out the trees at the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum?

Lake Co. Forest Preserves Seeks Donation Of Holiday Trees

The Lake County Forest Preserves is asking residents to donate their Christmas trees, which will be recycled, through Feb. 1, 2024.

Where To See Santa In Grayslake

There will be plenty of holiday events in the coming weeks, including opportunities to meet with Santa.

Santa's Rock N Lights Opens Friday In Grayslake

The immersive drive thru at the Lake County Fairgrounds will run Friday through Dec. 31.

Your Guide To Holiday Events Near Grayslake

The holiday season is upon us. Be sure to mark your calendars for your favorite Grayslake-area events.

Grayslake Family's Yard Haunt Has New Creepy Creations

Gerald McCabe has been decking out his yard on Wood Duck Court for Halloween for the past 15 years.

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Grayslake

Find out where you can get yourself a pumpkin this fall.

Where To Pick Apples In Lake County, Chicago Area: 2023 Guide

Fall fun is in full swing in and around Chicagoland. We've got a roundup of our favorite stops for apple picking in the area.

Patch's 2023 Guide To Chicagoland's Best Halloween Yard Haunts

Across the Chicago area, haunted yards are springing up. Here's a list of the best:

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Grayslake

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Halloween 2023: Submit Your Haunt For Patch's Tour O' Scary Yards

Patch is compiling its 2023 guide to Chicagoland's Best Halloween Yard Displays. You know what to do: submit your yard haunt today.

Hike Lake County Fall Challenge Gets Underway Tuesday

The Lake County Forest Preserves Hike Lake County program will run from Aug. 15 to Nov. 30.

Best Place For A Beach Day In Lake County, Chicago Area

Where do you like to spend a day at the beach? Here are some of favorite picks for the Chicago area.

Lake Co. Deputies Step Up Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is urging those consuming alcohol or cannabis while at Super Bowl parties to plan for a sober ride home.

Best Sledding Spots In Lake, McHenry Counties: Survey

You tell us: Where are the best places to sled in and around Lake and McHenry counties?

Grayslake Woman's Non-Profit Brings Hope, Ornaments To Sick Patients

HOPE Ornaments donated more than 5,200 ornaments to patients in hospitals across the Chicago area this past holiday season.

Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2022 In Grayslake

Find out where you can celebrate in and around Grayslake this Dec. 31.

Lake Co. Forest Preserves Offer Christmas Tree Recycling

The trees will be recycled into wood chips for trails at Lake County Forest Preserves.

Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2022 In Grayslake

Find out where you can celebrate in and around Grayslake this Dec. 31.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.