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Take It On
Recently published stories on people and organizations in Lake Forest taking on issues, causes and service work to make our community, nation and world a better place.


Lake Forest Residents Praise Chance to Engage With AI
By Alexandra Moreno Last fall, something unique happened at Lake Forest College. At the Krebs Center for the Humanities, residents of Lake Forest gathered as participants to engage with one of the most transformative forces of our time: artificial intelligence (AI). Not your typical school building: The Krebs Center is a stunning spot to learn about AI. The four-week course, Artificial Intelligence and Everyday Life: Understanding, Engaging, and Applying AI in the Real World
Alexandra Moreno
2 days ago2 min read


Twirl, Spin, Repeat: Daddy Daughter Dance Creates Unforgettable Memories
By Kristin Elliott Dickinson Hall was packed with energy as dads and daughters took over the dance floor for Lake Forest Parks & Recreation's annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Feb. 28. The evening was filled with dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories as dads and daughters celebrated a special night together. The hula hoop contest brought out the competitive side, and the dance floor stayed busy all evening with daughters pulling their dads out for “just one more song.”
Kristin Elliott
6 days ago1 min read


Giving Lake Forest What She Wants – Marshall Field & Company Comes to Town
By Laurie Stein Chicago's retail landscape transformed dramatically in the early 1900s. At the heart of it was the emergence of the department store, which provided a more efficient and appealing shopping experience by consolidating merchandise categories under one roof and offering more sizing options for clothing. No name loomed larger in this revolution than Chicago’s flagship department store Marshall Field & Co. With gleaming marble floors, soaring atriums, and iconic s
Laurie Stein
Mar 23 min read
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