You and your dog are invited to the sixth annual “Woofstock” celebration at Pooch Park. Pooch Park is a dog recreation area for residents of Evanston and Skokie. There will be dog acts, demonstrations, music, food, exhibits and family/dog activities and contests. “Woofstock” starts on Sunday, June 1st at 11:00am and will span the afternoon until 3:00pm. The event will be held at the Pooch Park section of Channelside Park, 3220 W. Oakton St., Skokie (between Main and Oakton Sts., east bank of the North Shore Channel). So come out and meet some new people, meet some new pets and most importantly enjoy the summer air with mans best friend. Note: all dogs must be on leash during this event.

For more information call (847)-866-2900 or (847)-674-1500

the American Cancer Society’s signature event, is a fun-filled overnight experience designed to bring together those who have been touched by cancer. It’s a time and place where people come to celebrate those who have survived cancer, remember those we’ve lost, and fight back against a disease that touches too many lives. Relay participants help raise money and awareness to support the American Cancer Society in its lifesaving mission to eliminate cancer as a major health issue. During Relay For Life ® events, teams of people gather at schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running laps. The events are held overnight to represent the fact that cancer never sleeps. Sign up today to become a part of the Relay For Life® effort in your community, and you too can fight back against cancer. The event will start at 6:00pm on Saturday, May 31st and will go through the night ending at 6:00am on Sunday, June 1st. Participants will meet at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Avenue.

Click here for more information or to sign up as a participant, or call (847)-328-5147.

An English news source, Reuters, points out that public transportation levels in the United States are higher than they’ve been in over fifty years. It’s not hard to figure out why. You’re aware every time you climb into your car and groan when you realize it’s once again time to go fill up…at over $4 per gallon. Ouch.

Or maybe not. Perhaps you are part of the trend sweeping the nation of people choosing public transportation over driving their own cars. It might not be what you’re used to, but it’s certainly less detrimental to your wallet and other spending habits.

According to the United States Energy Information Agency, 2008 is expected to be the first year our country will exhibit a decline in the demand of gasoline since 1991. Wouldn’t it be nice to get in on that? To be able to say you are part of the country’s movement to conserve energy and to be able to save hundreds of dollars along the way.

Grand Bay at Green Bend in Evanston is a prime location to take advantage of the public transportation the North Shore has to offer. From it you can walk to the Davis Purple Line CTA Station or the Evanston Davis Street Metra Station. You can choose how much you want to pay to get from place to place. It’s nice having the option. Isn’t it?

This Monday, May 26th is Memorial Day. It is the time of year we recognize the lives given by those in the Armed Services in order to protect our country and keep us safe.

As a tribute to this day and the people it recognizes, Libertyville is having a parade with several stops, starting at the train station. Its first destination, Cook Park, will be the location of the Memorial Day events. Once they are through, the parade will proceed to the Lakeside Cemetery, where the closing ceremonies will take place. Participants include the VFW, American Legion, Scout troops, various community organizations, and Libertyville High School Band.

Despite the confusing weather, there are still signs that summer really is around the corner. Starting this Saturday, May 24th, Independence Grove will be opening its swimming beach once again.

From this Saturday through Sunday, June 8th, the beach will only be open on weekends and holidays. Starting Monday, June 9th it will be open everyday of the week.

Come enjoy the sand and water safely from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. while lifeguards will be on duty. Make a day of it and don’t forget the other options Independence Grove has to offer like biking, canoing, fishing and much more.

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