Celebrate 250 Lake Bluff Style

06/03/2026

🎶 You’re Invited to Join the Chorus! 🇺🇸

Help kick off Lake Bluff’s observance of America’s 250th anniversary with music, community, and patriotic spirit!

We’re forming a volunteer community choir—open to everyone from high school students through senior citizens—to perform selections from America’s Songbook at a festive concert at 6 PM on Sunday, June 28, at the Gazebo in the Village Green.

Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just love to sing, we’d love to have you! Lake Bluff residency is not required.

⏰ Volunteer deadline: June 10
🎵 Rehearsals begin June 11

Please text Harry Nicol (847-502-1877) or Janie Jerch (847-334-8766) by June 10 to join, ask questions, or share your vocal part (S, A, T, or B if you know it!).

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic celebration — come raise your voice and help start the week on a high note!

06/03/2026

🚨 REMINDER: Lake Bluff 4th of July Parade merch is available NOW! 🇺🇸

Show your spirit with official 2026 parade gear — including “Lake Bluff” tees in RED! ❤️🤍💙

⚠️ URGENT HAT REMINDER: Hat orders close JUNE 7! Don’t wait… time is running out! ⏰

🛍️ Order online through June 27:
https://www.woodpeckerprintshop.com/lake-bluff-style

Want to check out the merch first? See sample items at the Farmer’s Market on June 5, 19 & 26. Scan the QR codes there to order instantly! (No onsite pickup.)

Order soon to make sure your gear arrives before July 4th!

👉 Get your merch today and celebrate Lake Bluff’s observance of America’s 250th anniversary in style!

05/31/2026

🚨 Calling all Lake Bluff businesses & community groups! 🇺🇸

There’s still room for MORE parade entries — but we need YOU!

As America celebrates the USA’s 250th anniversary, there’s never been a better time to march, celebrate, and make history right here in Lake Bluff! 🎉🥁🎺

Show off your organization, share your community spirit, and be part of one of Lake Bluff’s favorite traditions during Lake Bluff’s observance of America’s 250th anniversary.

🎆 Openings are still available — don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic parade!
🔗 Link in bio to register and march today!

05/29/2026

There’s much going on these days!

Sunday, the beach stairway renovation is scheduled to be completed.

The first farmer’s market is a week from today already!

The first block party of the season is a week from tomorrow(6th), with a community photo taken by drone happening too! Be sure to be there!

And on June 11th, the Lake Bluff Public Library will be presenting a virtual tour of the Obama Center!

There’s several updates to the LBStyle250.org website!

The week 5 podcasts are now linked, the home decorating contest has updates, and a link to a Memorial Day video has been added. (We’re looking for photos to add of the flag raising. Please send yours to [email protected]!)

Be sure to tell your friends and family about the website and our social media!

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

LAKE BLUFF MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE, MONDAY, MAY 25, 9 AM — Everyone is invited to gather on the Village Green on Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9 am for Lake Bluff’s Annual Memorial Day Observance to honor the men and women who lost their lives in the military service for our nation.

In honor of the 250th year of our country, we invite everyone who’d like to help raise the Village’s large ceremonial flag to join us at the Flagpole on the Village Green, near the War Memorial at the start of the ceremony.

Special thanks to the volunteers, Lake Forest High School Band and LFHS vocalists, Lake Bluff BSA Troop 42, guest speakers, and so many others who come together to make this Memorial Day Observance in Lake Bluff possible and to the community members, friends and guests who attend. All are welcome!

In case of bad weather, the Observance moves across the street into the Lake Bluff Fire Station.

05/22/2026

More details have just been added for Lake Bluff’s Memorial Day Service as we honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Please visit LBStyle250.org for updated information and ceremony details.

Also, the 4th week of the Lake Bluff history podcasts has officially dropped! Catch the latest audio and video episodes now in the Podcast Archives and discover more stories that helped shape our community.

Visit LBStyle250.org today to explore the full schedule of events, podcasts, and updates throughout Lake Bluff’s observance of America’s 250th anniversary!

05/18/2026

LAKE BLUFF MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE, MONDAY, MAY 25, 9 AM -- Everyone is invited to gather on the Village Green on Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9 am for Lake Bluff’s Annual Memorial Day Observance to honor the men and women who lost their lives in the military service for our nation.

In honor of the 250th year of our country, we invite everyone who'd like to help raise the Village's large ceremonial flag to join us at the Flagpole on the Village Green, near the War Memorial at the start of the ceremony.

Special thanks to the volunteers, Lake Forest High School Band and LFHS vocalists, Lake Bluff BSA Troop 42, guest speakers, and so many others who come together to make this Memorial Day Observance in Lake Bluff possible and to the community members, friends and guests who attend. All are welcome!

In case of bad weather, the Observance moves across the street into the Lake Bluff Fire Station.

05/15/2026

It’s been a busy week at LBStyle250.org! 🇺🇸

New additions to the website include:

• Photos from the Garden Club’s Blue Star Memorial beautification project — now in the “Archives”
• New links to both the audio & video versions of the podcasts
• Photos from the Lake Bluff Women’s Club luncheon and Kathy O’Hara’s talk

If you haven’t explored the website yet, now’s the perfect time! Check out the full year-long event schedule, browse the archives, and even download events directly to your favorite calendar.

👉 Visit LBStyle250.org today and stay connected to Lake Bluff’s observance of America’s 250th anniversary! Tell your friends!!

Questions or website issues? Please email [email protected]

05/14/2026

You’re Invited to Join the Chorus!
Be part of something special as Lake Bluff kicks off its week-long celebration of America’s 250th birthday!

We’re forming a volunteer community choir—open to everyone from high school students through senior citizens—to perform selections from America’s Songbook at a festive concert at 6 PM on Sunday, June 28, at the Gazebo in the Village Green.

Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or simply love to sing, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors, celebrate our shared history, and fill the Village Green with music and patriotic spirit.

Lake Bluff residency not required!
Please text Harry Nicol at 847-502-1877 or Janie Jerch at 847-334-8766 by May 31 to state your interest or to ask questions. You will be contacted with further information including rehearsal dates. If you know it, tell us your vocal part (S, A, T or 😎. We’d Love to hear from you!

Come raise your voice and help start this historic week on a high note!