The festival will feature guest speakers, book signings, author panel discussions, a book fair and a children’s writing workshop.
- Dennis Hines
The property previously was a part of the 10-acre Glen Arden estate, which once was owned by Sidney Smith, creator of the Andy Gump comic strip character which was published in the “Chicago Tribune” during the early-mid 1900s.
The Lake Geneva Public Library, 918 W. Main St., will hold its third annual craft swap on Saturday, Aug. 1. Previous swaps have connected hundreds of participants with free crafting and hobby supplies, including yarn, paints, picture frames, rubber stamps, button makers, t-shirt presses, fab…
- Dennis Hines
Public Works crews completed a second round of curbside brush pick-up July 24, and will conduct a final storm debris collection beginning Aug. 3.
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The venue, which would accommodate about 200 people, would feature space for weddings, receptions and private events.
- Dennis Hines
Locally sourced flavors and patriotic-themed dishes being featured.
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National Night Out events will take place at six locations across Kenosha County. The National Night Out festival, held annually on the first Tuesday in August nationwide, aims to strengthen relationships among neighbors, as well as between community members and law enforcement.
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