Calendar

Roberti Community House Gardening with After School Program

Help Roberti Community House clean, prep and plant their three gardens. Work alongside Roberti Community House neighbors and volunteers to help ready their gardens for summer programs and planting. Rain or shine, dress for dirt! Other dates include: Tuesday, June 7th - 10am-12 pm for Kick-off the Community Garden Program, then every Tuesday 10am-12pm all summer long. For more information, contact volunteerRCH@gmail.com.

Illinois Tollway Business Open House

The Illinois Tollway, in partnership with Inner-City Underwriting Agency Inc., is promoting its expanded Technical Assistance Program in Waukegan to help small, diverse and veteran-owned firms learn how to succeed in doing business with the Tollway. The Tollway will host an open house for local businesses and community leaders to network with Technical Assistance providers and the Tollway.

Bingo at the Puerto Rican Society

Play Bingo every Tuesday night! Doors open at 5pm and Bingo starts at 7pm. All are welcome - bring your friends.

CAP Health & Wellness Resource Fair

Community Action Partnership of Lake County is hosting a Health & Wellness Fair which will highlight their programming, as well as offer medical services and a lunch. All are welcome.

UMMA Food Pantry

Come to the Hope Food Pantry at UMMA and receive a special item every week, as well as a WHOLE bag of groceries! Hope Food Pantry is open Wednesdays 11am-1pm. Registration is required and may be done in person or online. Delivery is also available.

Fergie Jenkins Signing

Jim & Steve's Sportscards will be hosting public and private signing events and tonight is Chicago Cubs great Fergie Jenkins for a public signing. Retired MLB pitching great Rollie Fingers will have a private signing the first week of May.

Job Center on the Move

Meet with a Job Center of Lake County representative one-to-one work on the next steps in your career. Choose from a menu of custom services when you register at 800-573-8538.

NIFB Food Distribution at Cristo Rey St. Martin

Northern Illinois Foodbank will distribute groceries with Cristo Rey St. Martin in the school's parking lot. All are welcome.

NIFB Food Distribution at Cristo Rey St. Martin

Northern Illinois Food Bank is teaming up with Cristo Rey St. Martin on a food distribution. All are welcome. No registration is required.

Business After Hours: American Place Casino

Join the Waukegan Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours hosted by American Place Casino at Anastasia's. Network, enjoy refreshments, drawings, and enjoy an evening with other business professionals.

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

LIVE Trivia @ ZümBier

Fun is in the forecast! Prizes each round. Bring your friends and your own food or order delivery. The most common excuse for not playing is: 'We're terrible at trivia (paraphrased)' and ZümBier wants you to know they're right there with you! But it's free and there are prizes and it's a fun night.

DACA Workshop

DACA Workshop at HACES. Get help with your DACA Renewal. Funds may be available to help pay for your renewal - Illinois residents only. For more information or to schedule an appointment call: 847-244-0300.

Catholic Charities May Meal - last day to register

Senior 60+! Get a hot meal and a cold meal to go on Tuesday, May 24th! Reservations are required. Call 847-782-4170.

Midwest Veterans Closet - Free Groceries

Midwest Veterans Closet celebrates Armed Forces day with a "Drive Up and Go" food distribution event for active military and veterans.

Midwest Veterans Closet - Free Groceries

Midwest Veterans Closet celebrates Armed Forces day with a "Drive Up and Go" food distribution event for active military and veterans.

Community Action Partnership Report & Partner Recognition Reception

May is Community Action Month, a celebration of accomplishments of Community Action Agencies. Community Action Partnership of Lake County will publicly recognize their partners at their Report to the Community & Partner Recognition Reception.

Parents Night Out

Make it a date night! Children will participate in open play, watch a movie, and engage in activities and crafts during Parents' Night Out at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center. Registration required.

Figure Drawing Friday

Figure drawing with a live model! Bring your own supplies and easel, or rent some from the studio for $5. Live model will take you through gestures and a variety of poses from a raised platform. Ages 18+. Beginners bring your sketchbooks and your choice of dry media i.e. charcoal, graphite, chalk pastels etc. Portable standing easels recommended.

Family Wellness Nights - Belvidere Rec Center

The Waukegan Park District is hosting the first Family Wellness Night at the Belvidere Recreation Center for families with kids 5 years old and older! The wellness nights will get you moving and stimulate your brain.

SoundVision

L-Theory Collective Dance joins forces with Girl Named Nino for a weekend concert event combining live music and dance at Three Brothers Theatre in the inspiring art district that is Downtown Waukegan. A stroll through an art gallery and a bite to eat at one of the amazing local restaurants combined with this evening concert event make it an awesome night out!

Eddie Griffin

With his unique perspective on life, politics, religion and whatever strikes his fancy, comedian Eddie Griffin has developed quite a following since his career began over 30 years ago. The insightful and thought-provoking comic did his first standup on a dare and hasn't looked back. He's among Comedy Central's 100 Greatest Standups of All Time, and his comedy specials have received nothing but rave reviews. If you're looking for some comic relief, Eddie's your man. For Mature Audiences.

Kids to Parks Day

Kids to Parks Day is a nationwide celebration of the great outdoors. What better way to enjoy the day than walking the park, taking guided tours, joining sports activities, and more - all with our Waukegan Park District.

WMS Downtown Cleanup

Join Waukegan Main Street (WMS) for their bimonthly community cleanups! They'll pick up litter to freshen up our Downtown! Cleanup starts at 9am and runs until 11am or when all of the litter is removed. Meet at 221 N Genesee Street (Three Brothers Theatre) and head South down to Belvidere Road. WMS will supply trash bags, gloves, and water for all.

CAPOLC 13th Anti-Poverty 5K Walk

Community Action Partnership of Lake County (CAPOLC) is celebrating May as National Community Action Month. A month dedicated to recognizing the success of the national Community Action Network that fights poverty across the United States. Join us for our 13th Anti-Poverty 5K Walk on Saturday, May 21, 2022 to help us raise awareness and showcase the anti-poverty work Community Action Partnership of Lake County does for our community. This year, we are focusing our fundraising efforts to continue the Hot Meals and Food Distribution/Food Giveaways programs for people still experiencing food insecurity due to the pandemic.Learn more at www.caplakecountty.org

Career Day with Teen Miss Waukegan Alexandrea

Middle & High School Students! Join Teen Miss Waukegan Alexandrea for Career Day! Learn how to write a resume, what questions are asked at interviews, and more.

1st Founders Gala & Fundraiser

Cory Douglas Scholastic Academy invites you to join them in celebrating their grand opening and helping raise money!

ArtWauk

ArtWauk is the monthly celebration of all arts in downtown Waukegan. Each month is a unique experience as the art exhibits, musicians and featured performances vary from one month to the next. Come downtown, grab dinner and enjoy the tactical application of the arts.

SoundVision

L-Theory Collective Dance joins forces with Girl Named Nino for a weekend concert event combining live music and dance at Three Brothers Theatre in the inspiring art district that is Downtown Waukegan. A stroll through an art gallery and a bite to eat at one of the amazing local restaurants combined with this evening concert event make it an awesome night out!

Michel'le Live in Concert

Michel'le. Platinum Recording Artist, Songwriter, Author & Brand Ambassador Will Be Live in Concert! Multi-Platinum selling R&B artist that brought you the hit songs "No Lies, Something In My Heart, Turn Off The Lights and more..." will be Live in concert, thanks to GLove Productions and Stand Firm

NAMI Lake County presents In My Head

NAMI Lake County presents In My Head, a one-man performance about a young man and his relationship to bi-polar. The presentation is free and open to the public.

Old School Sundays at Stretch's

The 2022 Old School Sundays features The Mix Master Lance Dowdell Jr. aka L Jammin D with occasional Appearances from DJ Rickybobby Moore and Video Screen King DJ Midas K. Kitchen stays open late. 30+

Job Center on the Move

Meet with a Job Center of Lake County representative one-to-one work on the next steps in your career. Choose from a menu of custom services when you register at 847-406-4667 ext 302.

Lunch with the Mayor

Join Waukegan Main Street for the 37th Annual Lunch with the Mayor! This highly anticipated event is normally attended by nearly 200 involved citizens, representatives, and business people, offering a great opportunity to network before and after the presentations. You do not want to miss this opportunity. Mayor Ann Taylor will share with us her vision of the City going forward and update us on the current state of Waukegan. Individual tickets and full table reservations are available at the registration link below. Individual tickets will be assigned to a table.

Bingo at the Puerto Rican Society

Play Bingo every Tuesday night! Doors open at 5pm and Bingo starts at 7pm. All are welcome - bring your friends.

UMMA Food Pantry

Come to the Hope Food Pantry at UMMA and receive a special item every week, as well as a WHOLE bag of groceries! Hope Food Pantry is open Wednesdays 11am-1pm. Registration is required and may be done in person or online. Delivery is also available.

After Hours Networking at Family Piano with Business Friends

Join the Lake County Chamber of Commerce in welcoming summer with After Hours Networking at Family Piano Co with live music and business friends at Harbor Place. Co-hosted by Green Town Tavern, this fun evening includes great food, free raffle prizes and tour/visiting with fellow businesses onsite including Heart of the City; Ultimate Cages; Dinosaur Studio and Tattoo; Real Invest and State Representative Rita Mayfield’s office.

Fiscally Fit: Know your Worth!

In simple terms, net worth is the difference between what you own and what you owe. Tracking your net worth over time offers a more meaningful view of your finances. This class by Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim will teach you how to calculate your net worth and how to use it to get a good measure of your financial fitness. Learn how to calculate your net worth because assets lead to wealth and financial security.

LIVE Trivia @ ZümBier

Fun is in the forecast! Prizes each round. Bring your friends and your own food or order delivery. The most common excuse for not playing is: 'We're terrible at trivia (paraphrased)' and ZümBier wants you to know they're right there with you! But it's free and there are prizes and it's a fun night.

Say Less & Be More Youth Summit

Say Less & Be More Youth Summit will be hosted by BoyLosCrazy and feature Maurice "Stretch" Bennett. This explosives experience allows youth to learn from professionals in the industry of their interest. Food, prizes and more. Sponsored by Legacy Reentry Foundation, Youth Conservation Corps, Waukegan Township, YouthBuild, Boys & Girls Club of Lake County, College of Lake County, DCFS, Curt's Cafe, and My Father's Business.

Figure Drawing Friday

Figure drawing with a live model! Bring your own supplies and easel, or rent some from the studio for $5. Live model will take you through gestures and a variety of poses from a raised platform. Ages 18+. Beginners bring your sketchbooks and your choice of dry media i.e. charcoal, graphite, chalk pastels etc. Portable standing easels recommended.

Paint Your Pet with Sandie Bacon

Join artist Sandie Bacon for a fun workshop painting your pet: dog, cat, guinea pig or fish!!! Capture the moment. . . Tell their story and take it artwork home to cherish forever. This is a great workshop to be shared with your love ones. Buy one get 20% off next ticket, coupon code PaintPet. Step by step instructions, all materials included! Learn technique, colors to use to capture your pet on 14 X 14 Canvas! Bring a photo of your pet!

Karaoke at Green Town Tavern

Enjoy the great singers, good service and good atmosphere on a Friday night. It's a fun way to kickstart your weekend!

Sipos & Young Band with Mamma Mia Pizza @ ZümBier

Start your holiday weekend celebration at ZümBier with the Sipos & Young Band providing the music and Mamma Mia Pizza providing the food. Good bier, good music, good food, good vibes.

Karaoke at The Frolic

The Frolic is doing a thing .. Karaoke with DJ Midas K starts Saturday at 9:00 pm - and will be every other Saturday for a long time!! Come out and show them what you got and have some beverages!

Old School Sundays at Stretch's

The 2022 Old School Sundays features The Mix Master Lance Dowdell Jr. aka L Jammin D with occasional Appearances from DJ Rickybobby Moore and Video Screen King DJ Midas K. Kitchen stays open late. 30+

Waukegan Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Join the City of Waukegan for our Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. The parade will step off at Washington and Genesee, continuing west to Veterans Plaza. If you would like to participate in the parade, call 847-599-2525.

NAACP presents Cooking and Eating Healthy Series

NAACP Lake County in partnership with Waukegan Township and the Illinois Public Health Association presents three health seminars and food bag giveaways. Tonight is the second seminar. Guest nutritionist Meryl A. Fury will provide a foundation for healthy cooking and eating. Register by calling the NAACP Grant Office at 847-672-9251.