Include Plum Creek Nature Center in your spring break staycation plans! Visit each day from Tuesday to Friday to join in a new adventure. Pack a picnic lunch and extend your day. Hidden beneath the surface of the pond is an abundance of life that awaits discovery.
Join us for Plant Bingo the last Wednesday of each month! $30 buy in for 10 games, equaling $3.00 a game. One card per person, per game! 3 FREE games after the initial 10! Win Rare Plants, Hand-painted pots, Gift Certificates, Home Goods, Workshop Gift Certificates, Cool
Include Plum Creek Nature Center in your spring break staycation plans! Visit each day from Tuesday to Friday to join in a new adventure. Pack a picnic lunch and extend your day. On Thursday we fly into the world of flowers and pollinators. Join a naturalist to
The Four C Notes were created by John Michael Coppola, known for his appearance in Chicago's production of the Broadway hit, the Jersey Boys. The Four C Notes are the Midwest's only tribute to the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! Price: $60 per guest.
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting outside with this monthly nature-themed program geared toward children ages 3 to 5. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games,
Include Plum Creek Nature Center in your spring break staycation plans! Visit each day from Tuesday to Friday to join in a new adventure. Pack a picnic lunch and extend your day. On Friday, it's humans vs. wildlife in the challenge of survival. Led by a naturalist,
Kick off spring break with outdoor family fun! Hike with a naturalist through the trees at Messenger Woods. At designated stops along the way we'll pause to try our hand at fun early-spring activities. We might investigate the creek, play animal Simon says, discover the age of
I&M Canal Lecture March Series Submarines Down the Illinois River by Joe Tokarz Sunday, March 30th at 1PM during the Month of March During World War 2, twenty-eight submarines were built in Wisconsin. Twenty-five went to war, but tragically, four never returned home. Join us to discover
Celebrate International Day of Zero Waste at the Forest Preserve District of Will County! Learn how your everyday choices can — and do — make a big impact! See how small changes can make you a zero waste hero! This program will begin with a presentation followed
Our spring preserve challenge returns with the Bridges of Will County! This ongoing Forest Preserve District of Will County program runs from Tuesday, April 1, to Monday, June 30. This spring, adventure out to five select preserves and find your way to each bridge to earn a
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, April 2, to Sunday, June 22. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Pollinators are an essential part of the natural world. One in three bites of food we eat depends on pollinators. From butterflies and bees to
Ocean's Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute to the music of Dean Martin, by Tony Ocean, Frank Sinatra, by Bill Serritella, and Sammy Davis Jr., by Elliot Wimbush. Enjoy their authentic performances that prove that these classics will never go out of style. Lunch Entree: Pork Chop
In the 1950's, actress and comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television viewers across the nation, while her production company brought new innovations off screen. You won't want to miss this portrayal by historian Leslie Goddard. Lunch Entree: Chicken Apricot - Seasoned breast of chicken dressed
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note – Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
The Rough Road 100 Spring Classic returns to the region April 5th. The ride draws hundreds of cycling enthusiasts to Morris, where the race will start and finish Downtown. Morris Retail Association member stores and restaurants are ready to welcome participants with special discounts. The race benefits
This ongoing event will be held Saturdays and Sundays from April 5 to April 27. Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. To celebrate Earth Month, do a little bit to help your mother (Earth)! Staff at The Tackle Box bait shop at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm
Introduction to Lace Making Workshop April 5th, 9am-12pm | Open Court Office (Ground Floor) at the Hegeler Carus Mansion Cost: $65 for new participants; $55 for returning participants. For New Students: What to bring: Bring yourself and your desire to learn this lost art form, and well
I&M Canal Lecture March Series Author and historian Dick Joyce Lecture Series Sundays at 1PM during the Month of March Richard Joyce is a retired educator who has been researching northern Illinois coal miners and their communities for decades. He recently published a book on Spring Valley
Join local leaders, visionaries, and changemakers as we celebrate 100 years of progress and shape the next century of growth. Be part of the conversation—register now to make an impact! OPTIONAL - PRE-SUMMIT ED SESSIONS 9 to 10 am Route 66 History and Preservation – John Weiss
For our next Think & Drink, we’re diving into the fascinating world of Heritage Trees—the towering witnesses of history that shape our landscape and communities. Join us as Kris Bachtell, Vice President of Collections and Horticulture at Morton Arboretum, shares the remarkable stories behind these trees. From centuries-old oaks to hidden
Vermillion Players is bringing us another great production with Misery. Misery is a psychological thriller play based on Stephen King's novel and was adapted by William Goldman. It follows author Paul Sheldon, who, after a car accident, is kidnapped by his obsessed fan, Annie Wilkes. The play
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
Vermillion Players is bringing us another great production with Misery. Misery is a psychological thriller play based on Stephen King’s novel and was adapted by William Goldman. It follows author Paul Sheldon, who, after a car accident, is kidnapped by his obsessed fan, Annie Wilkes. The play
Phil Angotti & Friends live in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium venue on Friday, April 11th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm). Phil Angotti & Friends bring their talents to the JAHM Indoor Auditorium Theater, and they'll being playing great tunes that you know from Buddy
