The following was posted May 20
Counterfeit – Police report that a man tried to purchase merchandise with a counterfeit $100 bill on May 11 at the Shell Station at 185 N. Milwaukee Ave. Police did not say what the man tried to purchase, nor did they offer a description saying only that the investigation “is ongoing.”
Domestic Battery charges filed – A 69-year-old man from the 300 block of Covington Terrace, was charged with domestic battery following a May 12 incident. Details of the incident were not available.
**** To our readers – We know residents are concerned about crime in the community and have strived to provide you with public information about crime in Buffalo Grove within the parameters of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. However, a change in reporting software and apparent changes in policy about releasing public police records to the public has curtailed coverage of routine police activity in Buffalo Grove. Items are often posted with limited information. Additional information is available only through the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, a process that can minimally take five days. We are working with the police department and other sources, including public access counselors at the Illinois Attorney General’s office, to find ways to expedite the release of public information. Thanks for reading.***
In Other Community News
Memorial Day ceremony set
The annual Memorial Day service, sponsored and coordinated by Kingswood United Methodist Church scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26 at Veterans Park at 1300 Weiland Road, just north of Deerfield Parkway, across from Aptakisic Junior High School.
The ceremony is usually held at Knopf Cemetery on Arlington Heights Road, but due to the construction, the alternate site was chosen. Kingswood is trustee of the cemetery.
According to the church’s website, the event will include “special readings, music, and a special time of remembering those who lost their lives in service to our nation.”
More closures on Arlington Heights Road
The southbound right turn lane on Arlington Heights Road at Lake Cook Road will be removed for several weeks while new pavement is constructed, according to the Lake County Department of Transportation.
As a result, heavy backups are anticipated on southbound Arlington Heights Road while work is ongoing, especially during peak hours.
LCDOT officials say the project is 50 percent completed.
Memorial Day traffic safety campaign under way
Buffalo Grove Police are once again participating in the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign. This high-visibility seat belt enforcement initiative runs until May 27, coinciding with the three-day Memorial Day weekend.
The “Click It or Ticket” campaign is funded with federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. For more information on safe driving practices, visit ItsNotaGameIllinois.com.
Pride events on tap
The annual raising of Buffalo Grove’s pride flag is scheduled for 11 a.m. on May 31 at Ernie Karge, Rotary Village Green, 265 N. Buffalo Grove Rd.
The seventh annual Family Friendly Pride Parade is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 1. The route will be the same as last year with the parade route going south on Buffalo Grove Rd. to Deerfield Parkway and then west. Organizers are expecting 100 entries. Details about both events are available at pintaprideproject.com.
Following the parade, the Park District is hosting a Pride picnic in Mike Rylko Park from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Full details are available at this link.
Community blood drive June 7
A community blood drive is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 pm. On Saturday, June 7 at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive. Donors are required to provide an ID. Donors should prepare by eating well and staying hydrated. Appointments are encouraged but not required. To make an appointment, please call 877-543-3768 or visit vitalant.org.
Spray ‘N Play delay
The reopening of the Park District’s “Spray ‘N Play” at Mike Rylko Park will not take place on May 31 as originally scheduled.
Park District officials said there were notified by the contractor that a delay in the fence gate installations, is the cause for the setback. Barring further delays, the facility is tentatively scheduled to reopen June 12.
Farmers Market opens June 15
The Farmers Market is set to begin the 2025 season on Sunday, June 15 at Mike Rylko Community Park, 951 McHenry Rd. It is open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Market will return to its traditional local, the parking lot on the west side of the park along McHenry Road.
Learn more about the Farmers Market at this link.
“Baby Rock” class offered
The Park District is offering a “Baby Rock” class, combining sensory experiences with stimulating music and exercises. The class is held from 10:40 a.m. to 11:10 on Saturday from June 7 through June 28 at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive. For more information and to register, visit this link.
Dog expo June 5
Dog owners can enjoy a free evening at the Happy Trails Dog Park, 835 Commerce Court from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on June 5 when the Park District hosts its “Bow Wow Dog Expo.”
Owners and their dogs can interact with a variety of vendors and other dogs. All dogs must have current shots.
Additional information is available at this link.
Library offering museum passes
The Indian Trails Library District is giving residents a chance to visit attractions around Illinois by using their library card
The library
offers two year-round passes for Indian Trails Library cardholders. Cardholders
have access to free or discounted admissions to area cultural attractions in
Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens,
historical societies, park districts and more.
Each
program is unique. To access tickets, click on either this link or this
link. Residents can also call 847-459-4100
for more information and assistance.
Pekara gets lake water
The Pekara subdivision which adjoins Buffalo Grove now has Lake Michigan water. According to the Daily Herald, “…under a 20-year agreement, Buffalo Grove will sell the water, sourced through the Northwest Water Commission, to Lake County. Village Manager Dane Bragg said after receiving the money from Lake County, the village will pay the commission before netting an estimated annual $400,000 from the sale, to be applied to capital improvements.” Full details are at this link.
Business briefs
Chamber hosting young professionals
The Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professional Group is hosting a free event for professionals under 40 at Bowlero, 350 McHenry Rd., from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on June 26.
The event will give attendees access to bowling, the arcade and lazer tag. Beverages and snacks are not included.
For more information and to register, go to this link.
A Quick Look
The Police Department was busy last weekend.
On Friday, May 16 the department raised a reported more than $2,400 for Illinois Special Olympics through the “Cop on the Roof” program. Officers were perched on top of the Dunkins at 245 McHenry Rd. and 115 McHenry Rd.
On Saturday, May 17, officers helped young cyclist be better riders at the annual bike rodeo at Mike Rylko Park. Skills and safety were the focus of a state-approved course. Cycling organizations and Village Cyclery were also on hand to provide services and information.
In addition to public service programs by the police, the Park District hosted its “Touch a Truck” program that not only displayed heavy equipment use by the village’s Public Works Department and Park District, but gave children of all ages a change to climb into a truck or sit on a construction bobcat. The event was held outside the Park District’s golf dome.
Meanwhile, at Village Hall, the Village Board said farewell to longtime Trustee Andrew Stein who retired after 14 years on the Board, while welcoming new board member Kevin Richards.
Need a Reason to Celebrate?
May 22
May 23
May 24
National Caterers Appreciation Day
May 25
May 26 àMemorial Day ß It’s more than a 3-day weekend
National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
May 27
May 28
May 29
May 30
International Hug Your Cat Day
National Hole In My Bucket Day
May 31
National Speak in Complete Sentences Day
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· Got News?-- If you have news about your club, school, church, synagogue or other community organization, please submit news, information and story ideas to BuffaloGroveNews@Gmail.com.Articles should include a contact name, email and phone number. Commentary articles are also welcome. They should be limited to 350 words and should include contact information as noted above. All submissions may be edited for style, spelling, and libelous content.
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