Important Community Updates
One Week until Christmas Day - Remember to Shop and Eat Local!

Remember to support our local businesses in all corners of Lake Forest: North Western Avenue, Market Square, South Western Avenue and west of the Central Business District, as well as the Settler's Square area on Waukegan Road. Thank you for patronizing Lake Forest's unique merchants and eateries!

The Lake Forest Station is adding hours to accommodate the requests of holiday shoppers. Each day, a different non-profit partner is featured along with merchandise benefiting that organization. Volunteers for the organization work the shop that day and are available to speak with visitors about their missions and to promote their products. All merchandise is available for purchase during operating hours, with free gift wrapping for items purchased at the Station.

Tomorrow, visit the Cocoa Trailer from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. near the fountain featuring complimentary hot cocoa and gingerbread cookies! Courtesy of Market Square.

Regular Shopping Days:
Thursdays-Saturdays through January 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Special Shopping Days:
Sunday, December 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thursday, December 24, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Holiday Closures:
Friday, December 25
Thursday, December 31
Friday, January 1

Look for the following groups to be featured:

LF Sailing on Saturday, December 19
CROYA on Sunday, December 20
Lake Forest Library on Tuesday, December 22

Follow the Station on Instagram or Facebook to see what unique gifts and non-profit organizations are featured each day.
City Building Holiday Closures

City offices will be closed for observance of the holidays on Christmas Eve and Day, as well as New Year's Day.

Please check here for the holiday refuse/recycling schedule. 
Safe & Healthy Holiday Outdoor Reminders

Furry Friends
Please remember to pick up after your pets. Bag stations are available at all of the City parks.

Ice Skating at West Park
Skating will be open as soon as solid ice has formed. The warming house capacity is six people, including staff. Check here for updates!

Park/Beach Shelters and Restrooms
The shelters are closed for rentals but restrooms remain open. Please note that only the restroom at the beach's south pavilion is open.

Fireplaces
The City is stocking wood at all the parks with fireplaces: Townline Community Park, Northcroft Park and Elawa Park.

Enjoy being outside this winter, and please practice the pandemic protocols!
Holiday Worship Service Reminders

Check with your local houses of worship to find out when and if televised or other electronic holiday services are being offered. Some institutions may also require advance registration to attend a holiday worship service.

Lake County Health Department has also developed helpful tips for worshiping safely together, and the CDC has information about celebrating the Winter Holidays safely with friends and family. While the holidays will look and feel different this year, there are still ways you can ensure your loved ones stay healthy. Happy Holidays!
Upcoming City Meetings

  • Cemetery Commission (Special Meeting): Tuesday, December 22, 4:30 p.m.
  • Zoning Board of Appeals: Wednesday, December 23, 1:30 p.m.
  • Building Review Board: Wednesday, January 6, 6:30 p.m.
  • Plan Commission: Wednesday, January 13, 6:30 p.m.
  • Finance Committee Meeting and City Council Meeting: Monday, January 19, 6:30 p.m.

Click here for agendas. Meetings are held remotely unless noted.
COVID-19 Vaccination Registration

Register here. The Lake County Health Department encourages all who work or live in Lake County to register so you can be notified when it is time to make your appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine. 


FAQ

Can I call to register?
Yes, call the Lake County Health Department at 847.377.8130.


What information do I need to register? 
  • Full name 
  • Date of birth 
  • Zip code 
  • Risk factors 

Am I able to also register another person? 
Yes, you can register other people through your profile. Go to your home page and click "Add another person". 

Who will COVID-19 vaccines be distributed to first? 
At first, the supply of vaccines will be limited. Certain residents will receive their vaccines before others. We are following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) on this timing. As of December 4, IDPH has prioritized residents in this order:  
  1. Health Care Personnel and Long Term Care Facility Residents 
  2. Essential Frontline Workers - pending CDC guidance 
  3. Adults with high risk medical conditions and those over 65 years of age - pending CDC guidance 
  4. All other adults and people in other congregate settings - pending CDC guidance 
  5. Young adults and children (if a pediatric vaccine is available) - pending CDC guidance 

You may find a detailed list of Frequently Asked Questions here.
Local COVID Resources


State/Federal COVID Resources
The City of Lake Forest, Illinois | Website