Calendar

Curbside Food Distribution

January 17, 2021, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Islamic Foundation North

Islamic Foundation North helps its neighbors in need in a variety of ways, including a curbside food distribution of essentials for families on the third Sunday of the month.

North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration

January 17, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance Facebook Live

North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance's annual MLK Celebration continues as "Living the Dream" of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with an explosive virtual service via Facebook LIVE! Keynote speaker is Dr. Wade A. Stevenson. Tune in!

Waukegan Township MLK Dreamers' Virtual Breakfast

January 18, 2021, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Waukegan Township Zoom

Waukegan Township is hosting their annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's Dreamers' Breakfast, virtually this year. The theme this year is "American Heroes Struggle Toward Justice, Health and Wholeness. Special guest speaker Midshipman Sydney Barber will share her story. Tickets and sponsorships are both available.

Virtual Program-Dunn Museum Tour of Historymakers

January 18, 2021, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ Dunn Museum Zoom

On this pre-recorded virtual tour of the Dunn Museum, learn about historymakers from Lake County. Hear stories about the first African American settler, the escape and journey of an enslaved person on the Underground Railroad, and the Booker T. Washington Progressive Club. Attendees will be able to engage with a museum educator before and after the tour for discussion and Q & A.

Jackbox Party Games

January 19, 2021, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Waukegan Public Library Zoom

Join the Waukegan Public Library for online trivia and a rap challenge or two! The event is free to attend, registration required for link.

Waukegan City Council Meeting

January 19, 2021, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Waukegan City Hall YouTube

The Waukegan City Council meets the first and third Monday of every month, except when holidays are observed on those days. The public is encouraged to attend the meeting and welcome to address City Council by signing up at the back of the Council Chambers - or, while Council meetings are still virtual, by submitting written, audio or video comments by 4pm the day of the meeting. The public is also invited to all committee meetings scheduled prior to the Council meeting. See agenda information at https://www.waukeganil.gov/682/Agenda-Center

Solar Installer Orientation (virtual)

January 21, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Faith in Place Zoom

The Solar Jobs Training Program provides 12 weeks of comprehensive training that prepares students for careers such as Solar PV Installers, Site Surveyors, Project Managers, Sales, and Design! Students will also receive a stipend, transportation assistance, job placement assistance, and more. Register to orientation.

Waukegan Parks Foundation Donate While You Dine

January 21, 2021, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Culver's of Waukegan

Mark your dinner calendar for Thursday, January 21st, 5-8pm, to grab a bite at Culver’s! Show this flyer or mention Waukegan Parks Foundation when you order and a percentage of sales go toward an interactive music/percussion playground at Rose Park (formerly Belvidere Park.)

PPP Funding Webinar for Businesses and Nonprofits

January 21, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Congressman Brad Schneider Zoom

Join Congressman Schneider for a webinar to learn about the new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds available through the new COVID economic relief law. Representatives from the US Small Business Administration will lead a presentation on the new round of funding and will answer questions.

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

January 21, 2021, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ City Hall Council Chambers

Waukegan to College Weekly Food Distribution

January 22, 2021, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Christ Episcopal Church

Free food distribution for homes with children 18 and younger! Every Friday beginning at 1pm, Waukegan to College's partner, QuestFood, will provide a bag of breakfast and lunch items for each child in the home 18 years and younger. Each bag will have enough food for seven days. All are welcome.

Leona Lionheart Saves the World (virtual)

January 22, 2021, 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM @ Waukegan Park District

Leona Lionheart is at home sick on the day of the big river cleanup. How can she save the world when she cannot even leave her room? This is a virtual family event by the Waukegan Park District. Register by January 20th!

SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Event

January 23, 2021, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Solid Waste Agency of Lake County

Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) is hosting two Household Chemical Waste Events in January and this is the second one. Make an appointment for these events for the safety of the SWALCO crew and you. Wear a mask and stay in your vehicle. For information about what may be brought to the collection, see http://www.swalco.org/167/HCW-Accepted-Unacceptable-Items #waukegan

Know Your History to Guide Your Future (virtual)

January 25, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Lake County Alphas

In most years the community treats Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a day to volunteer their time in honor of the civil rights leader. The same is true at College of Lake County (CLC) which in the past has partnered with United Way of Lake County to organize hundreds of volunteers to work projects. Unfortunately, the 2021 holiday will not be the same due to COVID-19. However, the day will not pass without recognition. At least one CLC tradition will continue: a dramatic storytelling of Dr. King's life and impact on civil rights. CLC is partnering with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Chi Lambda chapter, to present 'Know Your History to Guide Your Future.' As a part of the event, Marcus Gentry of Marcus Gentry Associates will present his one man play, "I Have a Dream: A King's Journey." The performance is designed with an educational focus, centered around historical content.

Solar Installer Orientation (virtual)

January 26, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Faith in Place Zoom

The Solar Jobs Training Program provides 12 weeks of comprehensive training that prepares students for careers such as Solar PV Installers, Site Surveyors, Project Managers, Sales, and Design! Students will also receive a stipend, transportation assistance, job placement assistance, and more. Register to orientation.

Waukegan to College Weekly Food Distribution

January 29, 2021, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Christ Episcopal Church

Free food distribution for homes with children 18 and younger! Every Friday beginning at 1pm, Waukegan to College's partner, QuestFood, will provide a bag of breakfast and lunch items for each child in the home 18 years and younger. Each bag will have enough food for seven days. All are welcome.

Virtual Family Jeopardy - Disney!

January 29, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Waukegan Park District Virtual

Make it a family game night! Answer fun trivia questions to win bragging rights and test your knowledge of Disney. Each winning team will receive a $25 gift card donated by a local business. It's free, but registration is required. A virtual meeting link will be shared after registration.

SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Event

January 30, 2021, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Solid Waste Agency of Lake County

Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) is hosting two Household Chemical Waste Events in January and this is the second one. Make an appointment for these events for the safety of the SWALCO crew and you. Wear a mask and stay in your vehicle. For information about what may be brought to the collection, see http://www.swalco.org/167/HCW-Accepted-Unacceptable-Items