Gurnee, IL – Families in Gurnee are invited to share coffee, conversation, and community spirit this weekend as the Gurnee Police Department hosts a Valentine-themed Coffee With a Cop event aimed at supporting local seniors.
According to the Gurnee Police Department, the event will take place Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Gurnee Mills Mall, inside the Dining Pavilion South near Kohl’s. Officers will be on hand to meet residents, enjoy a free cup of coffee, and help collect handmade Valentine’s cards for senior living facilities in the area.
The department says community members of all ages are encouraged to attend, with a special focus on families and children who want to help brighten a senior’s Valentine’s Day. Craft supplies will be available on-site, allowing kids to create Valentine cards alongside officers.
The event is part of the department’s ongoing Coffee With a Cop initiative, designed to foster open dialogue and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community they serve across Gurnee, Lake County, and the greater Chicago metro area.
Police officials say no registration is required, and residents are welcome to stop by at any point during the two-hour event. In addition to card-making, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, or simply enjoy casual conversation with local officers in a relaxed setting.
Organizers note that all collected Valentine’s cards will be delivered to local senior facilities ahead of Valentine’s Day, helping spread kindness to residents who may feel isolated during the winter months.
Residents are encouraged to bring children, neighbors, and friends to take part in the community-driven event.
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