Things to See & Do
ACE PICKLEBALL CLUB
5555 E Townline Rd, Vernon Hills
(217) 441-2086 | www.acepickleballclub.com/vernonhills-il-subscriber
At Ace Pickleball Club, our mission is to expand the sport of pickleball by inspiring new players and
providing enthusiast of all skill levels access to a welcoming community, optimal playing experience and
opportunities for growth in this exciting sport.
ACTION MARTIAL ARTS
690 S. Lake Street, Mundelein
(847) 970-9494
http://MundeleinMartialArts.com
Martial Arts school
ADLER ARTS CENTER
1700 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 367-0707 | www.adlercenter.org
Adler Arts Center promotes music and the arts as an integral part of everyday life. Activities include
concerts, festivals and more, fostering participation, entertainment and achievement in music and the
arts. Libertyville Art & Music Fest brings more than 125 artists, plus food vendors, live entertainment
and family activities to Cook Street every August.
AMERICAN PLACE CASINO
4011 Fountain Square Pl, Waukegan
(773)477-9515
https://americanplace.com
American Place will transform Fountain Square into an unrivaled, upscale gaming and entertainment
destination. Visitors will escape into a world of grandeur meant for the most discerning players.
American Place will feature a world class casino, multi-tiered entertainment venue and mouth-watering
cuisine. Our private Italianate villa will welcome our most elite players to stay overnight.
ANSEL B. COOK VICTORIAN HOME MUSEUM
413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(224) 513-7426 | www.libertyvillehistory.org/ansel-b-cook-home
The Ansel B. Cook Home, located in Cook Park, is operated by the Libertyville Historical Society. This
treasure is one of the most complete Victorian museums in Lake County.
BIO-DOME, THE REPTILE
EMPORIUM
336 Peterson Road, Libertyville
(224) 433-6235 | www.biodomeil.com
Specialty pet store and education center focused on reptiles and other specialty pets. Teaching how
bioactive habitats keep both your reptile and humans happy, healthy and fuss free. Come learn how!
COMMUNITY BINGO/
TRIVIA NIGHT
Tighthead Brewery
161 N. Archer Ave., Mundelein
(847) 680-0750 | www.glmvchamber.org
It’s a win-win and so much fun at GLMV/MCC 4th Mondays from 5 to 8 pm. Monthly Bingo/Trivia.
Prizes, food and beverages available.
DAVE & BUSTER’S
424 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
(847) 549-2118
www.daveandbusters.com
Eat. Drink. Play. Watch sports. The 40,000-square-foot Dave & Buster’s features a game arcade,
sports bar and sports lounge inside Hawthorn Mall.
DUNN MUSEUM
1899 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
(847) 968-3400 | www.lcfpd.org/museum
Arrive curious. Leave inspired. The Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County will immerse you in the
history, nature and people of Lake County. The museum is operated by Lake County Forest Preserves.
GENESEE THEATRE
203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
(847) 406-3146
www.geneseetheatre.com
Genesee Theater is a historic and elegant musical hall and movie palace that hosts shows, concerts and
events with seats for 2,433 people.
GLACIER ICE ARENA
670 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills
(847) 362-1222
www.glacierskate.com
The arena offers ice hockey and figure skating programs, travel hockey, house hockey, tot hockey,
special events, parties, public skate and a pro shop.
GLMV CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1123 S Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 680-0750
www.glmvchamber.org
GLMV Chamber, the largest and most active local business advocacy organization, offers numerous quality
activities and programs for business owners and professionals, including WOW! Women’s Network
Group, MOB Men of Business, ribbon cuttings/grand openings, Extreme Block Party Consumer EXPO and Taste
of the Towns, Annual Golf Outing, Holiday Events, Adler/GLMV Festival of the Arts, Oktoberfest and
more.
GREATER LIBERTYVILLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION (GLSA)
(847) 984-2897 | www.glsa.org
The GLSA is a not for profit organization whose mission is to promote and provide a positive soccer
experience for every participant appropriate to the level of interest and ability since 1974. The club
has over 2000 members and has programming for every level of play from age 4 to age 50.
HANSA COFFEE ROASTERS
755 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 226-8815
www.hansacoffee.com
Enjoy a nice cup of coffee with colleagues and friends at Hansa! Hansa Coffee Roasters, a
quality-driven roaster and retailer, specializes in coffees sourced from small, quality-focused families
and cooperatives around the world. They strive to find the best coffees and showcase them in the seasons
they are at their freshest.
HAWTHORN
122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills
(847) 362-2600
www.shophawthornmall.com
Shop for the whole family at Hawthorn Mall! A lively destination for fashion, dining and entertainment,
Hawthorn Mall is a super-regional indoor shopping center in Vernon Hills, with stores ranging from
department stores to small retailers. The mall is currently undergoing a major transformation known as
Hawthorn 2.0.
HEINZ ORCHARD
1050 Crest Rd., Green Oaks
(847) 770- 3449
www.heinzorchard.com
Enjoy apple picking in a beautiful outdoor setting. Heinz Orchard is Chicagoland’s closest
orchard. Our family-favorite no-frills orchard has been providing the finest apples in the world for
over 70 years.
IMPROV PLAYHOUSE THEATER
735 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
116 Lake St., Libertyville
(847) 968-4529
www.improvplayhouse.com
This comprehensive performing arts and comedy training center also offers theater for young audiences,
summer camps, team building, event and party entertainment.
KIDSTRONG LIBERTYVILLE
1346 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 533-3555 | www.kidstrong.com/locations/libertyville
KidStrong Libertyville is an Athletic Play Center. It’s a new kind of activity for kids ages
1.5-11 years old that builds confidence, character and family connection through science-based
fitness.
KIRK PLAYERS
(847) 521-6192 | www.kirkplayers.org
Kirk Players is a nonprofit corporation of volunteers organized as a community theater and formed to be
a service to the community.
KONA ICE
(847) 752-4410 | www.kona-ice.com
Kona is a mobile Hawaiian shaved ice caterer, and when they pull-up, the party is on! The steel-drum
island music playing from 4 outdoor speakers brings a fun and festive atmosphere to every event!
LAKE COUNTY FAIR
1060 E. Peterson Rd., Grayslake
(847) 680-7200 | www.lcfair.com
Held at the Lake County Fairgrounds in July, the Lake County Fair reflects a rich history dating back
150 years with traditions and community involvement.
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
1899 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
(847) 367-6640 | www.LCFPD.org
Fish, swim, canoe, bike, skate or take a hike through the scenic Lake County Forest Preserves,
including Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville with 115-acre lake, beach, fishing and
trails; The Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home; Old School Forest Preserve; MacArthur Woods Forest
Preserve; Ray Lake Forest Preserve; Half Day Forest Preserve; and two canoe launches.
LAKESIDE RECREATION CENTER
900 S. Lake St., Mundelein
(847) 949-5700
www.lakesidereccenter.com
The center offers fun activities for the entire family, such as bowling, bumper lanes for children,
arcade, laser tag, lounge, video slot machines, Dockside Diner and weekly food and drink specials.
LAMBS FARM
14245 W. Rockland Rd., Libertyville
(847) 362-4636 | www.lambsfarm.org
Lambs Farm helps people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives. To residents,
Lambs Farm is home, which they are proud to share with visitors. Lambs Farm is also a place to visit
that offers a garden and pet center, farmyard, thrift shop, café and bakery, visitors center and store,
plus special events.
LIBERTYVILLE CIVIC CENTER
135 W. Church St., Libertyville
(847) 918-8881
www.libciviccenter.org
The Libertyville Civic Center, originally built in 1935 as a post office, is now a diverse two-story
village community event building in the heart of downtown Libertyville. The Libertyville Civic Center
Foundation sponsors the Libertyville Days Festival each summer.
MAINSTREET LIBERTYVILLE
158 E. Cook Ave., Libertyville
(847) 680-0336
www.mainstreetlibertyville.org
Enjoy historic charm of downtown Libertyville with an urban blend of small shops, restaurants,
services, festivals, and other entertainment all year long.
MARYTOWN FRANCISCAN
RETREAT & CONFERENCE
CENTER
1600 W. Park Ave., Libertyville
(847) 367-7800 | www.marytown.com
Home of National Shrine of Saint Maximillian Kolbe, historic Eucharistic Chapel, overnight retreat and
conference center, with an on-site gift shop and book store.
MELLODY FARMS SHOPPING CENTER
Milwaukee Avenue & E Townline Road, Vernon Hills | mellodyfarm.com
Vernon Hills’ Mellody Farm offers a beautiful, convenient, upscale, open-air, fun shopping and
dining destination.
MUNDELEIN FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
400 E Courtland St., Mundelein
(847) 388-5450 | www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org/
art-festival
Visit talented artists, get inspired, see and shop beautiful artwork at the annual Mundelein Fine Arts
Festival, a two-day event each September at Cortland Commons.
MUNDELEIN COMMUNITY
CONNECTION (MCC)
171 N. Archer Ave. Mundelein
(847) 970-9235 | www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org
MCC hosts a variety of year round community events, including Park on Park, Craft Beer Fest, Farmers
Market, Fine Arts Festival, Santa’s Cottage and more for all to enjoy.
OKTOBERFEST
Mickey Finns Brewery
412 N Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
https://mainstreetlibertyville.org/oktoberfest-in-libertyville/
Dust off your lederhosen and say ‘pretzel’ with fall Oktoberfest.
PINE MEADOW GOLF CLUB
1 Pine Meadow Ln, Mundelein
(847) 566-4653
http://pinemeadowgc.com
18 Hole Championship Golf Course in Mundelein. Golf. Open to the Public offering Permanent Tee Times,
Leagues, and Outings throughout the season.
SKYZONE VERNON HILLS
701 N Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills
(224) 377-0946
www.skyzone.com/vernonhills
Sky Zone is the world’s largest developer, operator, and franchisor of trampoline and active
entertainment parks with a network of more than 300 global locations.
SUN BERRY ORCHARD INC.
28111 N Fremont Center Rd, Mundelein
(224) 645-3778
http://Sunberryfarm.com
SunBerry Orchard & Pastures is an agricultural enterprise dedicated to sustainable farming and
community wellness. We offer an immersive farm-to-table experience through our U-Pick orchard, fresh
market, and agritourism activities.
TIGHTHEAD/MUNDELEIN GRAND PRIX BIKE RACE
https://www.mundelein.org/
The Mundelein Grand Prix professional and amateur bicycle race takes place in July in downtown
Mundelein.
TIMBERJAXE AXE LOUNGE
216 Peterson Road, Libertyville
(855) 293-8476
https://timberjaxe.com
Are you interested in a unique and affordable local experience? Stop in to Timberjaxe Axe Lounge and
try axe throwing! Our friendly and knowledgeable axe-perts will teach you how to safely enjoy this fun
activity. Whether your visit is a small group, party or individual, you will have an unforgettable
experience.
VILLAGE GREEN GOLF COURSE
2501 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein
(847) 566-7373
www.villagegreengc.com/
Playing a relatively short, sporty golf course like Village Green can be a wonderful experience. For
the avid golfer, the expectation to score presents itself at every turn. Village Green rewards golfers
of all ability levels with opportunities to shine and finesse specific aspects of their game.
VISIT LAKE COUNTY
5465 W. Grand Ave., #100, Gurnee
(847) 662-2700
www.visitlakecounty.org
Visit Lake County is the official destination marketing organization for Lake County and provides free
travel information and services to visitors and event planners.
WHIRLYBALL
285 Center Dr., Vernon Hills
(847) 918-0800
www.whirlyball.com/vernon-hills
WhirlyBall combines lacrosse, hockey, basketball and souped-up bumper cars in a game of skill and
chance. Also offers a climbing wall, laser tag, sports bar, video games, foosball and pool. Host your
next event here.
WHITE DEER RUN GOLF CLUB
250 W. Greggs Parkway, Vernon Hills
(847) 680-6100
www.whitedeergolf.com
White Deer Run Club is a premier public golf course on the North Shore. With 240 acres of rolling
terrain and picturesque lakes, the golf course offers a fair challenge for any skill level.
