Growing Up “X”

Illinois State Museum - Lockport Gallery 201 W. 10th St., Lockport, IL, United States

The Growing Up X exhibition explores the toys, technologies and cultural touchstones surrounding Gen Xers in their childhood. Museum visitors will see items familiar to anyone who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s, from telephones with cords, record and cassette players, and an Apple IIe computer

ARGIL – Daniel Stetzinger

Clayspace Ceramic Arts Center 740 Front St., Lisle, United States

Join ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center for the exhibit ARGIL, a solo exhibition of the work of Daniel Stetzinger. Art Center Hours: Monday & Saturday 10 am to 2 pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10 am to 4 pm

Cocktails & Collections

Joliet Area History Museum 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, United States

Join us for a brand new event which supports the collections and exhibits department! Guests will get special access to view artifacts that are not currently on display in the museum, and a special program by the museum's Collections Staff. Tickets are $50, and it is a

History Happy Hour: Cleaning Up the Collections

Joliet Area History Museum 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, United States

Museum collections work is always a challenge. Protecting artifacts and archives is never easy. But how does one protect and preserve a rapidly deteriorating collection in a historic site that was abandoned for 20 years, has suffered multiple fires, water leaks and worst of all, vandalism? Join

Murder & Mystery at The Jacob Henry Mansion

Jacob Henry Mansion 20 S. Eastern, Joliet, IL, United States

Death of a Gangster' - Join the Dunn family for the mafia wedding of the century! Don your best 1920's wedding attire for the Don and his goons. This show will have you in stitches...especially if you're a snitch. $60 per person admission, space is limited! Includes

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Grand Hall at Starved Rock Lodge One Lodge Lane, Oglesby, IL, United States

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!   August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings. Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley

Voices Out of the Past: Midewin Oral Histories

Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

Dr. Pam Hunte Anthropologist, Vice President Midewin Heritage Association Midewin lands were once farms, and later, an arsenal. The Midewin Heritage Association has conducted interviews with people who lived and worked here. Come hear the memories of local farm families, arsenal workers, and military staff as they

Bunny Bash

Romeoville Recreation Center 900 W. Romeo Rd., Romeoville, IL, United States

Romeoville Recreation Center Annual Bunny Bash The Romeoville Recreation Center is already planning its annual Bunny Bash to help welcome the spring season. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 22 at the rec center, 900 W. Romeo Road. The Bunny Bash

Event Series Heritage Harbor Park Run

Heritage Harbor Park Run

Heritage Harbor Park Run 2 Great Loop West, Ottawa, IL, United States

What is Heritage Harbor parkrun, Ottawa? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes place at Heritage Harbor, 2 Great Loop West,

Indoor Community Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Village, Peru

Liberty Village 1107 31st St., Peru, IL, United States

Easter egg hunt will begin at 9 A.M. at Liberty Estates located at 1107 31st Street. Following the egg hunt breakfast will be offered along with photo opportunities with the bunny!  

Easter Egg Hunt – Peru

Centenniel Park, Peru 13th & West Streets, Peru, United States

Just a sneak peak of the fun that is coming our way. We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on March 23rd at 11! Please stay tuned for more details.  

Event Series Flute Lessons for Vets

Flute Lessons for Vets

Coal City Public Library 85 N. Garfield St., Coal City, IL, United States

All Veterans are welcome to join us for learning to play the Native American woodwind flute. The flute is music therapy for veterans dealing with PTSD or other mental health issues. Age, knowing how to play an instrument or being able to read music is not a

One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullen & the Works

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. Gary Mullen & The Works will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music

Event Series Easter Brunch at Camp Aramoni

Easter Brunch at Camp Aramoni

Camp Aramoni 809 N. 2199th Rd., Tonica, United States

Join us at Camp Aramoni for our annual Easter Brunch on Sunday March 31, 2024. Adults are $28 per person and children 10 and under are $10. Reservations are required and can be made for 9 AM, 10:15 AM (sold out), 11:30 AM (sold out), 12:45 PM

Bad Momz of Comedy

Lone Buffalo Restaurant & Tap Room 812 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

You saw them on the Kelly Clarkson Show, on WGN TV, in The Chicago Tribune and at Zanies, well now you can see them right here in Ottawa! The Bad Momz of Comedy are hilarious as they share their unique perspectives that may have you laughing at

STEM Fest

Romeoville Branch of White Oak Library District 201 W. Normantown Rd., Romeoville, United States

Science is Awesome! We welcome families, scout troops, teachers, and students of all ages for a fantastic day of science. You will experience outstanding hands-on activities and engaging demonstrations from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) leaders and innovators. You can get an up-close and personal look