• Nellie Becker – A Titanic Story and Part of the 1912 Exhibit

    Bureau County Historical Museum 109 Park Ave., Princeton, IL, United States

    The Titanic sank in the frigid Atlantic Ocean on the night of April 14-15, 1912. The tragic loss of over 1,400 lives that night, the failures of the great unsinkable ocean liner, the insufficient lifeboats, all would affect legislation of ship building and sea travel in the

  • Woods Walk

    Plum Creek Nature Center in Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, IL, United States +5 more

    22nd Annual Woods Walk challenge! This ongoing program runs from Sunday, Sept. 1, through Saturday, Nov. 30. Get out on the trail and enjoy the changing of the seasons with the 22nd annual Woods Walk challenge! Experience 10 beautiful Will County trails during their fall splendor: Forsythe

  • The Case of Missing Acorn

    Plum Creek Nature Center in Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, IL, United States

    Squirrel needs your help! His best friend, Acorn, has gone missing! To solve this mystery, stop by the Plum Creek Nature Center front desk to get your first clue. Then unlock your inner detective and follow the rest of the clues as they lead you on a

  • Franken-Fish Creations

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Create your own monster fish this spooky season. Visit the Tackle Box bait shop to receive crayons and a fish in need of color and life. Then explore Hidden Lakes Trout Farm to find textures to add as well as challenges that may add a few more

  • Spooky Scavenger Hunt at Four Rivers

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Wear your favorite costume and search for spooktacular items in the forest with your friends and family or scout group! Some items may be natural, while other items may be SUPER-natural! Can you find them all as you meander through the forest? Stop by Four Rivers Environmental

  • Shadows of the Blue & Gray

    City County Park IL 126, Princeton, IL, United States

    Visit beautiful City-County park in Princeton, IL as Shadows of the Blue and Gray presents our 28th year of family friendly Civil War Living History. This event is open to the public for a nominal fee of $5 per person with those 3 years old and under,

  • Not So Scary Hayride

    Dellwood Park 1911 S. Lawrence Ave.,, Lockport, United States

    Perfect for kids who don't like to be scared! Join us on October 13th & 14th from 2 PM to 5 PM for a fun-filled afternoon. Activities include: Live performance with Miss Jamie's Farm at 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM, and 4:30 PM, Hayrides and fun games, Face

  • 54th Annual Burgoo Festival

    LaSalle County Historical Society and Museum 101 E. Canal St., North Utica, United States

    Join the LaSalle County Historical Society for our 54th Annual Burgoo Festival!!  Fun starts on Saturday when over 375 vendors will be set up in and around our Canal Market Building (210 Clark Street) from 11-6pm.  Stick around to see how our famous Burgoo Stew is created when we kick

  • A Murder is Announced

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

    Unable to resist the mysterious invitation, a crowd begins to gather for … “A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED” A Miss Marble Mystery by Agatha Christie Directed by Elana Carmine OCTOBER 11, 12 & 13, 2024 Friday & Saturday – 7:00 pm Sunday – 2:00 pm Indoor theatre performance.

  • Lemont Unlocked

    Lemont Village Hall 418 Main St., Lemont, IL, United States

    This free public event will provide behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites throughout Downtown on Sunday, October 13. Locations for the 2024 event will be revealed in the coming weeks! This tour is self guided. Stop by our tent outside Village Hall at any

  • Autumn on the River

    Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

    Tour begins with lunch at 11am in the historic dining room at the Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour with history and legends of the area. The trolley will then take you to the new river boat, The Eagle I where you will see the beautiful

  • Not So Scary Hayride

    Dellwood Park Woods Drive, Lockport, United States

    Perfect for kids who don’t like to be scared! Join us on October 13th & 14th from 2 PM to 5 PM for a fun-filled afternoon. Activities include: Live performance with Miss Jamie’s Farm at 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM, and 4:30 PM, Hayrides and fun games, Face painting, Beanie’s

  • Lost & Found: Remnants of Savannas & Old Growth Forests

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Oct. 15, to Sunday, Dec. 29. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and

  • Indige-Facts

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live

  • Lemont Farmers Market

    Lemont Farmers Market
    Lemont Village Green 322 Main Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    It 's back! The Lemont Farmers Market takes place in Village Green Park in #LemontDowntown. Enjoy local vendors serving up fresh produce, baked goods, and special treats along with live music. Find the market every Tuesday from August - October 18 with new vendors each week. Thank you

  • Matt Fraser – America’s Top Psychic Medium

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

    Matt Fraser is America's Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. His sold-out live events, television appearances, and spiritual teachings have allowed him to bring healing, hope & laughter to a global audience of fans and followers from all around the

  • Indige-Facts

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the

  • Autumn on the River

    Autumn on the River
    Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

    Tour begins with lunch at 11am in the historic dining room at the Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour with history and legends of the area. The trolley will then take you to the new river boat, The Eagle I where you will see the beautiful

  • Witches Night Out

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

    Witches Night Out Joliet is a costume fundraiser for women who want to make a difference in their community. Net proceeds raised through Witches Night Out Joliet are distributed to our Will County 501(c)(3) Recipient Agencies, who provide necessary services and support that is vital to the

  • Paint Pour Pumpkins

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Come pour with us! Paint pouring is so fun for all ages! All materials provided including pumpkins. All materials Provided. All ages welcome. pre-registration required https://www.osartstudios.com/classes BYOB for ages 21+.  

  • Indige-Facts

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the

  • Witches Night Out

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

    Witches Night Out Joliet is a costume fundraiser for women who want to make a difference in their community. Net proceeds raised through Witches Night Out Joliet are distributed to our Will County 501(c)(3) Recipient Agencies, who provide necessary services and support that is vital to the

  • Indige-Facts

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the