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.

August 6 marked the 100th year that Lake Forest Day has been celebrated, and residents of the city and friends from neighboring communities turned out in droves for the festivities.

The 100th annual celebration of Lake Forest Day started in Market Square with a bit of ceremony, a few speeches and cool music on a hot night July 31.

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