Below are our fun and exciting special events coming up in 2008! Please check back as we add information frequently. If you are interested in having your Corporate Event, Picnic, Wedding, Birthday Party, or Family Reunion at Lambs Farm click here.

Down Syndrome Development Council (DDC) Buddy Walk
Sunday, September 21, 12:00-5:00pm; walk at 1:30pm
Please join the DDC at their annual Down Syndrome Awareness Buddy Walk. This event is open to the public so come and have a family fun day with music, games, food, raffles, inflatables and all the other fun stuff that Lambs Farm has to offer. For more information, contact Debbie Pogose at 847-973-1622, www.theddc.org.

Barn Burner BBQ
Lambs Farm
Friday & Saturday, October 17 & 18
Fri 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Sat 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
This event is free to the public for spectators.
The Barn Burner BBQ will feature a sanctioned Kansas City Barbeque Society Competition and a community Chili Challenge cook-off. Along with the spicy food fest, guests can partake in BBQ and fixin’s, refreshments, a hot pepper eating contest, BBQ demonstrations, a smoker raffle and more. Click here to download the BBQ entry form, Click here to download the Comcast Chili Challenge entry form or more information call Claudia Stevens at 847-990-3750. To learn more about the benefits of becoming a sponsor and the sponsorship levels, click here.

Haunted Harvest
Farmyard of Lambs Farm
Saturday Nights, October 4, 11, 18 & 25
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
ALL NIGHT PASS $15 per person, Kids under 3 FREE (with purchase of adult pass)
Individual activity pricing also available: Graveyard Golf $5, Creature Walk $3, Enchanted Carousel $3, Train of Terror $5
The Haunted Harvest of Lambs Farm is a spooky celebration full of fun and adventure for thrill-seekers of all ages, featuring our unique Train of Terror! This event transforms the Farmyard with delightfully frightening activities including the CreatureWalk, Graveyard Golf, an Enchanted Carousel and the Monster Midway. This is a kid-friendly event. To learn more about the benefits of becoming a sponsor and the sponsorship levels, click here.

27th Annual Lambs Farm Holiday Art & Craft Show
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
Thursday – Sunday, December 4– December 7
$8 per person (The city of Rosemont charges a parking fee)
Shopping for the holidays was never so easy! Choose from the fine art and craftwork of more than 600 vendors at Chicagoland’s largest show of its kind sponsored by Art Plus. Stop by the Lambs Farm booth for delicious, homemade products like our famous butter cookies, chocolates, and jams – a guaranteed hit for those on your gift list. Crafters interested in booth space should call Art Plus at (630)325-8080.

Breakfast with Santa
Country Inn Restaurant of Lambs Farm
Saturday & Sunday, December 13, 14, 20 & 21
Seatings at 10:00am & Noon
$14.95 per person (Children under two eat for free)
Enjoy a delicious brunch with the one and only Santa Claus! After brunch, kids will enjoy a variety of crafts and activities, and a visit and photo with Santa. Please call the Country Inn Restaurant to make a reservation at (847)362-5050.

Below are the 2008 events that have already been held.
We hope you'll keep us in mind and attend these events next year!

Bunny Brunch
Country Inn Restaurant of Lambs Farm
Friday and Saturday, March 21 & 22
Seatings at 10:00 am & Noon
$14.95 per person (Children under two eat for free)
Join us at Lambs Farm for a delicious buffet and some fun with the Easter Bunny! Kids of all ages will enjoy a variety of activities including a photo with the Bunny. For reservations, please call the Country Inn Restaurant at (847)362-5050.

Easter Brunch
Country Inn Restaurant of Lambs Farm
Sunday, March 23
Seatings at 10:00 am, Noon and 2:00 pm
$18.95 for adults
$9.95 for children 12 & under
(Children under two eat for free)
Don’t miss this Lambs Farm tradition! Our elegant buffet features freshly carved meats, breakfast classics, fresh fruit, garden vegetables, and a country dessert table filled with treats from our very own bakery. For reservations, please call the Country Inn Restaurant at (847)362-5050.

Mother’s Day Brunch
Country Inn Restaurant of Lambs Farm
Sunday, May 11
Seatings at 10:00 am, Noon and 2:00 pm
$18.95 for adults
$9.95 for children 12 & under
(Children under two eat for free)
An extraordinary buffet that is sure to please any mom. Start with breakfast and enjoy fine entrees including freshly carved beef and ham and our famous omelets-to-order! Desserts from our bakery make the perfect end to an outstanding meal. This event sells out quickly! Please call the Country Inn Restaurant at (847)362-5050 for reservations.

Father’s Day Brunch
Country Inn Restaurant of Lambs Farm
Sunday, June 15
Seatings at 10:00 am, Noon and 2:00 pm
$18.95 for adults
$9.95 for children 12 & under
(Children under two eat for free)
Dad will love our hearty buffet featuring country favorites made from scratch. Feast on our country fried chicken and breakfast favorites including french toast, and the ever-popular omelets-to-order! Delicious desserts made fresh in our very own bakery round out the perfect meal. For reservations, please call the Country Inn Restaurant at (847)362-5050.

Woofstock
Lambs Farm - Pet Shop Lawn
Saturday, June 21
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Admission is FREE!
BRING YOUR PET...Pet enthusiasts are sure to love this event dedicated to “man’s best friend.” Exciting activities take place throughout the day culminating in the Canine Couture Fashion Show. Shop unique pet product and service vendors and even make crafts with your pooch! To enter your dog in the fashion show, click here. To enter your dog in the Unique Dog Trick Contest, click here. To learn how to become a vendor, click here. To learn more about the benefits of becoming a sponsor and the sponsorship levels, click here.

Blue Knights IL XII Challenge Run 2008
Starts: Lambs Farm, Libertyville, IL
Ends: Buffalo Wild Wings, Vernon Hills, IL
Sunday, June 22
Registration 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Bikes Out 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Last Bike In 2:30 pm
$15 in advance per person, $20.00 per person day of the event
Join the Blue Knights IL XII for a 75 mile poker run through northern Lake County to benefit Lambs Farm. Coffee and donuts will be provided at registration. The event will conclude with food, door prizes, raffle prizes, and a 50/50 drawing. For additional information, e-mail bkil12yelbik@comcast.net.

Lake Shore H.O.G. Chapter - On the Lamb!
Starts and Ends: Lambs Farm, Libertyville, IL
Sunday, June 29
First Bike Out 10:00 am, Last Bike Out 11:30 pm
After Party at Lambs Farm 1 pm - 4 pm
Single Rider $20, Rider and Passenger $30
Enjoy a scenic ride through more than 70 miles of Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin's best country roads. After the ride, party at Lambs Farm with live music, food and access to all of Lambs Farm's shops and attractions. Prizes for correct ride observations and a raffle are included. Proceeds support Lambs Farm's programs for people with developmental disabilities. To obtain a pledge packet, email pledgeride@lakeshorehog.com.

24th Annual Lambs Farm Golf Day
ThunderHawk Golf Club, Beach Park, IL
Tuesday, July 15
Check-in at 10:00 am, shotgun start at Noon
$400 per golfer, Foursomes and Sponsorships Available
Join us for a great day of golf at the fabulous, award-winning Thunderhawk Golf Club in Beach Park. Gather up your foursome and hit the links to benefit Lambs Farm! Space is limited. For additional information, click here or call Barbara Schwarz at (847)362-4636, ext. 733.

Underwriters Laboratories Safety Smart Challenge
Featuring Radio Disney
Saturday, July 26 1 - 3 p.m.
This event is free to the public.
Join Lambs Farm, Underwriters Laboratories and Radio Disney to learn about basic safety, enjoy family-friendly games and dance to music!

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TIMES AND DETAILS:
Call the special events hotline at 847.362.0048, press 5.
Located 35 miles north of Chicago just off I-94 on Route 176.
Email us at events@lambsfarm.org for more information.