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

Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit

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

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Sensory Search

Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United States

How will you choose to make discoveries in the preserve? By listening, feeling or using another one of your senses? Choose a search card or two inside the nature center before heading out to explore. After your successful search is complete, return to the nature center for

Lost & Found: Remnants of Savannas & Old Growth Forests

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

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

Teen Connection: S’Mores Campfire

Hickory Creek Preserve 10537 W. LaPorte Rd., Mokena, IL, United States

Fall break is here, and we've got fun on standby! Come by Hickory Creek Barrens Shelter to connect with new friends and share some laughs by the fire while playing games and roasting marshmallows! Fee: Free! Age: Ages 13-18. Registration required by Monday, Nov. 25, by calling

A Very Rialto Christmas

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

Kick off your holiday season with the Rialto Square Theatre and a special concert. Enjoy an evening focused on making your holiday season merry and bright. Join us starting at 6:00 pm for the Christmas Tree Lighting and performances starting at 7:00 pm featuring The Cathedral of

Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit

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

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Sensory Search

Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United States

How will you choose to make discoveries in the preserve? By listening, feeling or using another one of your senses? Choose a search card or two inside the nature center before heading out to explore. After your successful search is complete, return to the nature center for

Lost & Found: Remnants of Savannas & Old Growth Forests

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

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

Festival of Lights Parade & Deck the Parks

Downtown Ottawa 223 W. Madison, Ottawa, United States

Join us for the 37th annual holiday parade, a time-honored tradition of making cherished memories! The parade will kick off at LaSalle Street and the 200 block of West Jackson Street, with festive floats and performances winding their way south on LaSalle, culminating at Main Street. After

Chris Kringle Market – Ottawa

Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States +1 more

Stroll under the twinkling lights as you immerse yourself amongst sparkling boutique windows filled with soft sweaters, brightly colored ornaments, fresh greens and new novels, all waiting to be wrapped with a bow. Grab a market mug filled with fresh Belgian hot cocoa to warm your hands

Teddy Bear Tea – Morning Seating

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

The Rialto Square Theatre holiday tradition continues. Young and old alike will enjoy this family tradition featuring a delicious brunch buffet and family fun complete with a special appearance by St. Nick himself and a keepsake teddy bear. A ticket is required for all in attendance and

29th Annual Festival of Trees

Grundy County Historical Society Museum 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States

Join us for the 29th Annual Festival of Trees. The trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other articles will be on display at the Museum on November 1st. The on-line auction site (bidluckyauctions.com) is live now. The Special Raffle is a $500 travel voucher on Southwest Airlines. There are

Light Up the Holidays Festival & Parade

Joliet City Center 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Come out and enjoy a full day of holiday fun. This year’s Light Up the Holidays event is sponsored by The University of St. Francis. This year’s event will include a North Pole Market North Pole Park Horse-drawn carriage rides And the always spectacular parade and firework

Home for the Holidays

Downtown Morris 111 E. Washington St., Morris, IL, United States

Lighted Holiday Parade, Friday, November 29th at 5:30PM. House Walk for Charity, Downtown Window Walk, Carriage Rides, Santa and His Reindeer, Festival of Trees!! More favorite holiday traditions!!!  

Teddy Bear Tea – Afternoon Seating

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

The Rialto Square Theatre holiday tradition continues. Young and old alike will enjoy this family tradition featuring a delicious brunch buffet and family fun complete with a special appearance by St. Nick himself and a keepsake teddy bear. A ticket is required for all in attendance and

Christmas Craft Fair

St. James at Sag Bridge 10600 Archer Avenue, Lemont, IL, United States

Dominic Spang (Riverside third-year and St James parishioner) is hosting a Christmas craft fair under the mentorship of his grandfather Mark. Through this event, Dominic is hoping to pay for a good portion of his own Tutorial tuition! Please help make his entrepreneurial endeavor a success by

Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit

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

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

29th Annual Festival of Trees

Grundy County Historical Society Museum 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States

Join us for the 29th Annual Festival of Trees. The trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other articles will be on display at the Museum on November 1st. The on-line auction site (bidluckyauctions.com) is live now. The Special Raffle is a $500 travel voucher on Southwest Airlines. There are

Chris Kringle Market – Ottawa

Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States +1 more

Stroll under the twinkling lights as you immerse yourself amongst sparkling boutique windows filled with soft sweaters, brightly colored ornaments, fresh greens and new novels, all waiting to be wrapped with a bow. Grab a market mug filled with fresh Belgian hot cocoa to warm your hands

Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit

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

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Chris Kringle Market – Ottawa

Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States +1 more

Stroll under the twinkling lights as you immerse yourself amongst sparkling boutique windows filled with soft sweaters, brightly colored ornaments, fresh greens and new novels, all waiting to be wrapped with a bow. Grab a market mug filled with fresh Belgian hot cocoa to warm your hands

LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show

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

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location:

LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show

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

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location: