By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer Local Libertyville chefs are busy creating signature bites for MainStreet Libertyville’s popular foodie fundraiser, …
MainSweet Dessert Walk Offers Sweet Start to August
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer Enjoy sweet strolling and shopping at MainStreet Libertyville’s annual MainSweet Dessert Walk. Twenty participating …
Historic Home Tour Highlights Heritage District
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer The Heritage District is the hub of MainStreet Libertyville’s 16th Annual Historic Home Tour, …
Enjoy Fine Arts Year-Round with MainStreet Libertyville
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer If you found inspiration in Libertyville’s early spring celebration of fine arts, you’ll be …
Ward off the Winter Blues in Libertyville During Lake County Restaurant Week
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer Go out and try something new at a MainStreet Libertyville restaurant during Lake County …
Resolve to Really Live Locally in 2019
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer It’s late January, and I’m already feeling much like the White Rabbit from Alice’s …
Meet MainStreet Marvin
Meet MainStreet Marvin By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer You’ll find him climbing about holiday decorations or making mischief among …
Show Your Love for Local and Shop Small on Saturday, November 24
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer Businesses throughout downtown Libertyville are putting out the blue and white “Shop Small” welcome mat …
Treat YOURSELF at Chef Fest: Night at the Museum
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer Okoberfest has passed, Halloween is soon trailing, and the holiday season is quickly approaching. Now …
MainStreet Libertyville Presents CHEF FEST: NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
By Jennifer Johnson, MainStreet Libertyville Volunteer MainStreet Libertyville is proud to present Chef Fest: Night at the Museum featuring unique, …
Fall Photo Challenge 2018
What makes our community special to you? We asked you to share your images — and you did. Our thanks …
Summer Photo Challenge 2018
What makes our community special to you? We asked you to share your images — and you did. Our thanks …
Spring Photo Challenge 2018: Excellence
Our Spring Photo Challenge has ended and our sincere thanks goes out to all the participants! The photographs you submitted …
Volunteers love Libertyville – Michael Kallison
“Dear Colleagues, Board Members of MainStreet Libertyville, Business Owners & Staff, Rotary, and Community Members: My name is Michael Kallison, …
Holiday Happenings in Downtown Libertyville
by Jennifer Johnson Make MainStreet Libertyville your destination for holiday fun this season. There’s something for everyone to enjoy — …
#ILOVELIBERTYVILLE PHOTO CHALLENGE
Thank you to all the people who participated in our first ever photo challenge by MainStreet Libertyville Starts November 1 …
See What’s Cooking on Cook Avenue
By Jennifer Johnson Cook Avenue is looking different these days. Have you seen it lately? It’s bustling with activity. Walk …
CAR FUN ON 21 PHOTOS
Take a stroll down memory lane. CarFun on 21 in downtown Libertyville shows off antique cars along Cook Park with …
Local Chefs Cooking Up Big Flavors for Local Community Organizations
On Saturday, September 30th, seven of Libertyville’s premiere chefs will gather at the historic David Adler Estate in Libertyville to …
Happy smiling people at MainSweet Dessert Walk!
By Jennifer Johnson Dessert Walk 2017 sold out and was attended by people strolling from store to store enjoying delicious …
Sweet Strolling with MainStreet Libertyville
It’s summer, and the living is easy. Dining alfresco, leisurely afternoon walks, a fine arts fair and scrumptious desserts … …
Endless Summer Fun with MainStreet Libertyville
By Jennifer Johnson Summer isn’t winding down, really. It began just over a month ago in mid-June and lasts through …
2017 Historic Home Tour
Check out the beautiful homes in this year’s historic home tour put on by MainStreet Libertyville Design Committee. Thank you …
MainStreet Libertyville Lunch in the Park
2017 is the 25th anniversary of Lunch in the Park. Read more about this family friendly event here. Photos by …
Downtown Libertyville Restaurant Scene
Come to downtown Libertyville and discover your next favorite dining spot and enjoy time with family and friends. Photos by …
Seven Summer Camps for Kids in Downtown Libertyville
School is out for summer, or will be shortly. Stay ahead of the curve in beating the boredom blues by …
MainStreet Libertyville Farmer’s Market Starts June 1st
Get ready for farm to table shopping Thursdays at MainStreet Libertyville Farmer’s Market in Cook Park. Come and buy your …
Home Tour Highlights Libertyville’s Architectural Gems
Pay homage to Libertyville’s rich architectural history at the 14th annual Historic Home Tour on Saturday, June 10 from 10:00 …
2016 Program Accomplishments
Met MainStreet fiduciary responsibilities Successfully executed on more than 50 days of downtown events Completed phase 3 of roofline …
Shop Local 60048!
Come to downtown Libertyville and be part of the movement to support and celebrate our great locally owned, independent businesses. …
MainStreet Libertyville Celebrates 25 Years of Out to Lunch in the Park
Twenty-five years ago, a dedicated volunteer had a vision to draw the lunchtime crowd into the heart of the town …
Volunteer Hot Job List
Are you looking for ways to volunteer for your community? MainStreet Libertyville Needs Your Help. If you have attended our …
2017 Downtown Libertyville Directory is here!
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Makes Valentine’s Day Special in Downtown Libertyville
The season of love is upon us, and time is of the essence. Whether you are planning a traditional Valentine’s …
Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions in Downtown Libertyville
Is this the year you resolved to connect closer with your neighbors and local community? Do you want to get …
Giving Tuesday—It’s More Than Just One Day
Have you heard? Are you in? Giving Tuesday officially kicked-off on November 29th, but it didn’t end there. Through the …
Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Downtown Libertyville
This month I am making “shopping small” a priority, starting in my own community. Join me in kicking-off the holiday …
Six Hot Spots to Host Your Holiday Party in Downtown Libertyville
Six Hot Spots to Host Your Holiday Party in Downtown Libertyville Planning a holiday party? Whether your preference is a …
Our Volunteers!
Three years ago I was asked to open my home for the annual MainStreet Housewalk and was happy to do so. I was impressed …
Members and Volunteers Are Our Backbone
Our members and volunteers are the backbone of the organization and we want to share your stories and our successes …
Golf Outing Supports 60048
Although dark rainy skies threatened the success of the MainStreet 8th annual golf outing the morning of June 24, by …
Thank You Volunteer Ray Nierstheimer
Thank You Volunteers! Recognizing volunteers who support MainStreet Libertyville events & programs. We couldn’t do it without you. Golf outing …
Thank You Volunteers John and Ginny Dereu
Thank You Volunteers! Recognizing volunteers who support MainStreet Libertyville events & programs. We couldn’t do it without you. Golf outing and …
Thank You Volunteer Tom Goodhall
Thank You Volunteers! Recognizing volunteers who support MainStreet Libertyville events & programs. We couldn’t do it without you. CarFun on 21 …
Thank You Volunteers Paul and Maggie Frisch
Thank You Volunteers! Recognizing volunteers who support MainStreet Libertyville events and programs. We couldn’t do it without you. I …
First Friday
Celebrating First Friday! Stop in for a perfect Mexican dining experience! Free glass of house wine with dinner First Friday …