The Vision For Tomorrow Foundation, a Deerfield based organization which helps parents, teachers and medical professionals learn more about eye conditions that cause low vision, hosted "Family Fun Days" August 23 and 24 at Joy of the Game Basketball in Deerfield.

Kokyo Taiko Drum Troupe from the Buddhist Temple of Chicago performed for hundreds at the Chicago Botanic Garden Aug. 17 as part of the Malott Japanese Garden Summer Festival.

The Lake County Greek Festival returned August 15-17 after a two year absence with an important addition to the celebration: the new St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.

A group of more than 150 kids got a chance to show off their speed at the Flying Feet Kids Fun Run in Glenview July 26.

The barns are full, the food is cooking, the midway lights are flashing and the gates to the 2008 Lake County Fair are open.