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Nov. 2026 American Red Cross Blood Drive

Join us from 1 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Dr. in Grayslake, for an American Red Cross Blood Drive.

Appointments are preferred. To schedule one, visit here⁠ or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate by using RapidPass. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass⁠ for more information.

Please bring a photo ID or blood donor card, or two other forms of ID. Eat a healthy meal and drink an extra 16 ounces of water and fluids before donating. All donors will receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card.

2026 Holiday Reuse & Recycling event

Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Lodge at Adler Park, 118 W. Cook Ave. in Libertyville, for our Holiday Reuse & Recycling event. Drive through to drop off:

• Holiday lights for recycling: String lights only; no wreaths, garlands, or other decorations.
• Documents for free, confidential shredding: Taxes, bank and credit card statements, and other personal documents. Limit five banker boxes per vehicle. Shredding is available until the truck is full.

Edly-Allen appointed to national task force on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and privacy

SPRINGFIELD – Following her work to establish first-in-the-nation artificial intelligence safety standards, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen has been appointed to the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy, where she will collaborate with lawmakers from across the country to address emerging technology challenges and strengthen public protections.

“Artificial intelligence holds extraordinary promise, from curing disease to transforming scientific research, but we have a responsibility to confront the risks associated with these rapidly advancing systems,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake). “Illinois has an opportunity to lead the nation by setting clear expectations for transparency, accountability and public safety, and I look forward to bringing that perspective to conversations with lawmakers across the country.”

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Senior Resource Fair 2026

Seniors and caregivers, save the date for our upcoming Senior Resource Fair on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Libertyville Civic and Senior Center, located at 135 W. Church St. in Libertyville.

This event aims to connect local seniors and their families with vital community services, programs, and public benefits. Walgreens will be onsite to offer a free vaccine clinic. We hope to see you there!

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