• Dinosaur World Live

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

    Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive

  • The Prairie Glacial Plains Project: 2,000 Acres of Prairie and Wetland Restoration Over Seven Years: Successes, Failures, and Lessons Learned

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

      Gary Sullivan, Ph.D., Senior Ecologist, The Wetlands Initiative Jason Pettit, Prairie Glacial Plains Project Manager, The Wetlands Initiative In 2016, we embarked on a journey in partnership with U.S. Forest Service at Midewin and the National Forest Foundation to restore nearly 2,000 acres of highly altered and degraded

  • Magnificent Mardi Gras

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

    This is the Zonta Club of the Joliet Area's annual event in which we raise funds to support local non-profit organizations and young women via scholarships while also supporting Zonta International's global initiatives. At this year's event, enjoy a lovely evening with Creole cuisine, fun New Orleans

  • “Special Delivery” – Celebrate Black History Month

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

    “SPECIAL DELIVERY” Concert by TAKE NOTICE Band Indoor theatre concert. Free admission. 7:00 pm show (6:00 pm lobby & cash bar opens) Come celebrate February’s Black History Month with “STAMPED INTO HISTORY” – a 3-day celebration featuring music, dance, live theatre a musical praise service! Be moved

  • Drinkin’ With Lincoln – Historic Pub Crawl in Lemont

    Village of Lemont

    Discover a bit of history and raise a glass with Honest Abe, the tour guide, as you visit 8 historic Lemont downtown hangouts: Tom’s Place, Corner Stone Tavern, 111 Martini Parlour, Hughie McClafferty’s, Canal St. Pub, Matt’s BBQ, Nick’s Tavern and Main Inn. The $30 donation per

  • Marvel Movie Trivia

    Sable Creek Winery 14912 S. Eastern Ave., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Join us for some wine while we test your knowledge of Marvel Movies. Your teams will be quizzed on Marvel Movies, while Sable Creek Winery serves up delicious wines and slushies by the glass. Cheese Plates, Charcuterie Trays, Pretzel Bites, and Smores Charcuterie Trays are available as

  • Health & Wellness Symposium

    Lemont High School 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

    Wellness event for all ages! Free Admission Complimentary Breakfast, Lunch & Childcare Keynote speaker, breakout sessions and exhibitors hall. Breakout Session Topics: Teen-Focused Q&A Panel Yoga Internet & Social Media Safety Healthy Relationships Stress & Anxiety Management CPR Training Comfort Dogs & Equine Therapy Family Communication Art

  • Nell’s Woodland Winter Hike

    Nell’s Woodland Winter Hike

    Nell's Woodland 2000 Alexis Ave., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us for a guided nature walk by nature enthusiast Joe Jakupcak. We hope to see you at Nell’s Woodland for our guided winter tour. This guided walk will be about one mile in length and will conclude in about 1 hour. Kids and families are welcome!

  • Frosty Five Mile – 45th Annual

    Join us Saturday February 10, 2024 for the 45th Annual Frosty 5 Mile! Runners of all ages are invited to brave the cold. The first 200 runners will receive an official Frosty 5 Mile stocking cap and finishers medal. Runner are invited to stay after the race

  • “Stamped into History”

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

    Live theatrical musical, dance and oratorical look at Black history through United States postage stamps. If you saw last years, you’ll enjoy this new line-up of important figures. There are so many! Free admission 2:00 pm show (lobby opens at 1:00 pm) 7:00 pm show (lobby opens

  • “Let’s Jazz Up” – French Heritage Society – Chicago Midwest Chapter

    651 W. Washington Blvd. 651 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL, United States

    The Chicago-Midwest Chapter of French Heritage Society is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Gala: Let’s Jazz Up, marking our fifth annual celebration! This year, we're extending the winter festivities with our tradition of costumed fun for a lively jazz soirée on February 10, 2024. Immerse

  • Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours

    Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours – Starved Rock State Park

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

    Join us for a narrated trolley ride to see our winter wildlife in their natural habitat! Tour will depart from the Lodge and take you on a tour through Buffalo Rock State Park to visit our resident Bison! Then we will travel to the IL Waterway Visitors

  • “Stamped into History” – “Hymns & Gems for Him”

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

    Musical praise worship service open to all denominations. 4:00 pm service (lobby opens at 3:00 pm). Free admission. Beverages will be available for purchase.

  • Valentine’s Day Singles Mixer & Speed Dating

    Renaissance Bronzeville 4641 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Looking for love this Valentine's Day? Join us at The Renaissance Bronzeville for an exciting evening of mingling and speed dating! Get ready to meet other fabulous singles in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're searching for your soulmate or just want to make new connections,

  • Dream Lover! Vintage Songs of Love – Starved Rock Lodge

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

    Not your typical, sappy love show full of ballads! With “love” songs ranging from the 1920s-60s, “Dream Lover! Vintage Songs of Love” highlights the flirty, fun, joyful and playful “love” songs! Matt and Cynthia ‘sass it up’ with “Dream Lover,” “Pretty Woman,” “Dizzy,” “Ring of Fire,” “I

  • Feltmaking with Betty Burian Kirk

    Homer Township Public Library 14320 W. 151st St., Homer Glen, IL, United States

    Multi-talented and award-winning fiber artist Betty Burian Kirk, will share the fine art craft of feltmaking including the history of making felt, how it is made, and its contemporary techniques and uses.  A lucky attendee will win one of Betty’s felted hearts! A former teacher, some of her

  • Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

    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

  • The Navy in Chicago: An Unlikely Story

    Chicago Maritime Museum 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Despite being 800 miles from the Atlantic Ocean Chicago has been a Navy town for more than 130 years.  The modern history of the Navy has been influenced by Chicago and Chicagoans to an extent most people are unaware.  The Chicago Navy Memorial Foundation is committed to

  • 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,

  • Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours

    Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours – Starved Rock State Park

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

    Join us for a narrated trolley ride to see our winter wildlife in their natural habitat! Tour will depart from the Lodge and take you on a tour through Buffalo Rock State Park to visit our resident Bison! Then we will travel to the IL Waterway Visitors

  • American Legion Valentine’s Day Party

    American Legion Post 235 571 Rutland St., Marseilles, United States

    Live music, dancing and refreshments! Music by Johnny Gray, sponsored by Jim Hollenbeck. Tickets $10 per person.  

  • Valentine Family Dance

    Coal City United Methodist Church 6805 E. McArdle Rd., Coal City, IL, United States

    Come one come all to our first Valentine Family Dance!! All ages are welcome 0 to 112! Dance the night away with family and friends! Tickets go on sale January 7th, $20 covers all the members in your house and all funds collected go towards the CCUMC

  • Winter Beach Party at Fat Daddy’z

    Fat Daddy'z 176 W. Jackson St., Seneca, United States

    If you’re stuck in the middle of Illinois for the winter and craving the beach, Fat Daddy’z is bringing the beach to you! We’re doing tropical drinks, live music, and you’re guaranteed to get a lei!It’s almost Beach Party Day! This Saturday come see how we transform