Join the folks at Little Red Schoolhouse as they discuss and sample some of Mother Nature’s edibles that can be grown in your garden. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
Small-town sibling trio Girl Named Tom seeks to create harmony in a world divided. With their distinctive harmonies and heartfelt performances, Bekah, Joshua and Caleb Liechty won the hearts of America while becoming the only group to ever win NBC’s “The Voice.” In addition to their chart-topping
Univ. of IL Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the buildings are closed. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Comedy Night is back in Lemont! We will have our full menu and bar available before, during and after the show. Our servers will be on hand to take care of you throughout the show. This will be showcase style and feature some of the best comics
Bring the whole family out to Junior Ranger Day to enjoy free and fun activities including archery, scavenger hunts, nature education and more!Return to the Visitor Center at 12 p.m. for the official badge presentation by one of our very own Conservation Police Officers and Sadie the
1:00 - 1:45 A Patch of Blues 2:00 - 2:45 Miles Minor Band 3:00 - 3:45 Sean McKee Band 4:05 - 5:05 The Dave Specter Band with Brother John Kattke 5:25 - 6:55 Bob Corritore’s Reunion Revue set with John Primer, Bob Stroger, Billy Flynn, Oscar Wilson,
LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES AT THE HISTORIC ROXY LOCKPORT THEATER! "Jurassic World" Doors open 45 minutes prior to the movie start time. Come early and enjoy a beverage from the full-service bar and a light snack available for purchase in the lounge. No outside food or
Enjoy an all-levels yoga class with certified instructor, Maura. Then enjoy a self-guided walk. Ages 18 & up. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
The 2023 Lemont Legends Cruise Nights are back! The area's best block party takes place on Wednesday nights during the month's of June, July, and August (no show July 5). For official news and updates on Lemont Legends, visit the new web page located at LemontLegends.com, or
See the amazing variety of artwork by many of the talented artists in the Lemont Artists Guild! Gallery Hours: Thurs, Fri, Sat, 12 pm to 5 pm - Sun, 12 pm to 3 pm.
This event calls for live music, food vendors, a beer garden, a kid's zone and vendor fair at Centennial Park. Don't miss out on the fun!! Thursday, August 3, 4 pm to 10 pm Friday, August 4, 4 pm to 10 pm Saturday, August 5, 11 am
See the amazing variety of artwork by many of the talented artists in the Lemont Artists Guild!
The Chicago Portage was an ancient portage that connected the Great Lakes waterway system with the Mississippi River system. Connecting these two great water trails meant comparatively easy access from the mouth of the St Lawrence River on the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, and the
The Lemont Quarrymen battle the Creston Regulators as they play base ball by the rules of the 1860s. Don't miss out on the fun and the historical interpretation! Food and refreshments are offered.
Come out and experience some of the best cars in the Midwest inside this amazing historic site in Joliet, Illinois. There will be food trucks, drinks, vendors, and awards for the top vehicles. This event is open to all makes and models of modified, classic, and exotic
Channahon's Three Rivers Festival is a 5-day, fun-filled, family festival. Enjoy carnival rides & games, live bands in the beer tent, food vendors, family stage, Kids Zone, Little Miss Channahon, baby contest, bingo, craft show, wine tasting and parade!
This four day event features a car show, carnival, craft show, live music, food vendors and bingo!!! Don't miss the fun! The fest starts August 10th and runs through the 13th.
Thirty years after Travis Tritt launched his music career, the Southern rock-influenced artist continues to sell-out shows and stay true and relevant to country music fans across the globe. Continuously performing shows and withholding a heavy appearance schedule, Tritt is proving to be unstoppable.
Come and see Mareilles Recreation present The Lion King, Jr., at Knudsen Park. Bring chairs or a blanket. Concessions available. Event is free.
Kick off fest weekend with your family at the Family Stage. Join the dance party, show off your skills in a dance contest, compete in super fun games. There will be lots of freebies for everyone, including glow toys and a sweet treat! Fee: Free
On May 17th of this year, we celebrated the 350th anniversary of Louis Jolliet and Father Jacques Marquette’s landmark expedition of discovery from the year 1673. The “discovery” that laid the groundwork for the settlement of the interior of the Colonial American Continent.From the Western side of
The Discovery of Chicago Bus Tour Visit the Places Chicago was Born! Stand Where History Happened! The tour will begin at 10 a.m. at the monumental statue of Joliet and Marquette in Portage Woods Forest Preserve (4800 S. Harlem Ave.) in Lyons, IL. Following a brief look at the last remnant
The LaSalle County Historical Society will be presenting a program about the abolitionist movement in Illinois given by Dr. Jeanne Gillespie McDonald on August 12, 2023 at the LCHS Heritage Center (208 Clark Street). Jeanne Gillespie McDonald is Professor of English at Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove
Join us at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center for a presentation and book signing with New York Times Bestselling Author Nancy Horan. Horan will be discussing her latest book The House of Lincoln. Nancy Horan, New York Times bestselling author of Loving Frank and Under the Wide
