Volunteer Pool of Highland Park

09/28/2026

The Art Center of Highland Park needs volunteers to help prepare for their Recycled Art Event in October. Contact:
Ashleigh Siegel
[email protected]

09/27/2026

Visit Stupey Log Cabin in Highland Park,IL Today!
Since it should be a beautiful day and winter will arrive soon:
Stupey Cabin Sunday, 1,30PM-4PM
September 27 (and next Sunday, October 4 as scheduled).

We are looking for volunteers:
To help in the Stupey gardens now and in the spring.
To participate in our collaborative Mid-Century Memories of Lake & McHenry County, Illinois
StoryCorps initiative.
To participate in our America250 In Pursuit program.
Please contact us with your interests.

Highland Park
Historical Society
P.O. Box 331
Highland Park, IL 60035
www.highlandparkhistory.com [email protected]
(847) 432-7090

08/01/2026

The Volunteer Pool will be at the National Night Out on
Tuesday Aug 4 at the Aqua Center of Highland Park.
Free swimming and food. A great event for everyone. Thank you to the Highland Park Police and Fire Dept. for organizing this national celebration of community.

The City of Highland Park is excited to announce that this year's National Night Out is getting a very special show! After enjoying the pool party of the summer on August 4, hosted by the City of Highland Park Police Department at Hidden Creek AquaPark, stay for a lively and FREE fireworks display beginning at 9:15 PM. View the fireworks directly from Hidden Creek AquaPark. Additional fireworks viewing will be located at Sunset Valley Golf Club. Visit cityhpil.com for more information, including maps for viewing locations.

National Night Out is a nationwide celebration connecting police and the communities they serve. Meet the men and women of the Highland Park Police Department at National Night Out and enjoy tons of activities, games, and fun for the whole family! This year’s festivities will take place on August 4, beginning at 6 PM at Hidden Creek AquaPark (1220 Fredrickson Pl.). The fun includes free swimming, a bounce house, a live DJ, snacks, a petting zoo, a touch-a-truck exhibit, community partner booths, and more! In addition, the Bulgarian American Police Association and Relish Catering Kitchen are teaming up to provide free pizza. Many thanks to the Park District of Highland Park for opening the pool for this special event!

Additional viewing and parking for individuals who plan to attend just the fireworks display will be available at Sunset Valley Golf Club; parking is limited in this location and guests should arrive no earlier than 6 PM. Overflow parking will be available at Sunset Woods Park, with crossing guards directing pedestrians to Hidden Creek AquaPark. A limited menu will be available at Sunset Valley Golf Club; please do not bring outside food or drinks.

07/25/2026

The Roberti Center is a great place to volunteer!

Every Monday- Friday from 12- 1 PM , our amazing volunteers come together with one goal: to prepare and serve a warm lunch to anyone in our community who needs one. 💛 Each meal is made with care, kindness, and the belief that everyone deserves a hot meal and a welcoming smile. We are so grateful for our dedicated volunteers and the support of our community, who make this mission possible every single day. Together, we're serving more than lunch—we're serving hope, compassion, and connection. Thank you for being part of this journey. 🍽️❤️
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De lunes a viernes, entre las 12 - 1 PM , nuestros maravillosos voluntarios se reúnen con un objetivo: preparar y servir un almuerzo caliente a cualquier persona de nuestra comunidad que lo necesite. 💛 Cada comida se elabora con esmero, amabilidad y la convicción de que todos merecen un plato caliente y una sonrisa acogedora. Estamos profundamente agradecidos con nuestros dedicados voluntarios y con el apoyo de nuestra comunidad, quienes hacen posible esta misión día tras día. Juntos, servimos más que un almuerzo: servimos esperanza, compasión y unión. Gracias por formar parte de este camino. 🍽️❤️

07/14/2026

Support the Robotics Event of the Sister’s Cities Foundation of Highland Park.

🌍🤖 The Highland Park Sister Cities Foundation will be out in the community this week, and we'd love to see you!

📍 Wednesday, July 15
Highwood Evening Market | 4:30–9:00 p.m.
Stop by our table to meet representatives from Meta Infinity, Highland Park's student-led robotics team, as they showcase their incredible robot creations. Kids can also get creative by building their own robots from recycled materials in this fun, hands-on activity that celebrates innovation and sustainability.

📍 Thursday, July 16
Ravinia Food Truck Thursdays | 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Join us again during the America 250 Celebration! Visit our table to learn more about Meta Infinity and the Highland Park Sister Cities Foundation, meet members of both organizations, and see the amazing student-built robots on display. With a large crowd expected, it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate community, creativity, and international friendship.

We hope you'll stop by to say hello, learn more about our Foundation, and discover how we're connecting Highland Park with communities around the world through cultural exchange, education, and youth engagement.

We look forward to seeing you at one—or both—events! 🌍🤝

07/07/2026

July 8, 2026 4,30PM
Robinson Bandstand Memorial Park.
The Navy Great Lakes Band Ceremonial Brass Quintet
will perform the prelude to "Sharing the Spirit of America",
a nationwide simultaneous reading of
the Declaration of Independence, 5PM.
The quintet will concertize at 4,30PM.
Please join us!
Feel free to bring a chair if you would like to sit during the concert and reading.

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06/20/2026

Today June 20th-Open House at Stupey Log Cabin for the 60th Anniversary. Located near City Hall in Highland Park,IL.

06/20/2026

Partners in Aging does wonderful work. Many volunteers assist with their programs.

Are you an older adult who needs help with transportation? We serve residents of Vernon, West Deerfield, Moraine and Shields Township in Southeast Lake County. Simplify your commitment to independent living and get in touch.

06/11/2026

https://amdurproductions.com/arts-on-sheridan/Arts on Sheridan-This weekend in Highland Park IL.

The Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival will fill Church Street and Sherman Avenue downtown this weekend. Festival hours are 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

05/18/2026

Thank You, Aetna!