The Deerfield Farmer's Market kicked off its 2008 season June 14, welcoming locals from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday to explore the smorgasboard of fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, breads, cheeses and more.

Dozens of kites were taken up into the air by the wind Aug. 9 at the Chicago Botanic Garden two day Kite Festival.

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.

Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville saw a massive influx of happy faces June 11, most of them fitting the "55 or better" age group.