Come and enjoy family friendly ghost stories aboard the I&M Canal Boat, "The Volunteer " docked at Lock 14, by Tricia Kelley - Storyteller & Presenter. Stories are suited for ages 10 and up. Check in at the Lock 16 Visitor Center starting at 6pm. There will
Where Glamour Meets Mischief 🧙♀️ 💫 $85 Ticket & Group Tickets Includes: 🌙 6:30 PM – Enchanted Entry: Step through mystical doors as the night of magic begins 🍴 7:00 PM – Feast of the Coven: A family-style banquet fit for witches & friends 🔥 8:00 PM
Join us for a fascinating discussion by CMM’s very own Bill Derrah on how the Erie Canal opened Great Lakes shipping to the world and built Chicago into a major city. Two hundred years ago the Erie Canal opened, completely transforming western settlement, economic development and Chicago. Bill Derrah
Its fall trout season at Hidden Lakes! To celebrate, we are opening the gates and concessions building for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked lakes. Head to the Tackle Box bait shop for a free hot chocolate, tea or coffee. Plus
Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some fun, leisurely bike rides this fall! Meet at McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove in Channahon for a 12-mile ride at a comfortable group pace. Register and complete all four Rec Bike Club rides in this series and receive
Learn the lost art of Bobbin Lacemaking with Donna, a seasoned lace artist that has been working in lace for over 20 years providing demos and classes, and a member of the Lacemakers and Collectors Exchange. In this 3-hour class you will learn the fundamentals of lacemaking
Join us for a solo and family-friendly celebration filled with fun, shopping and resources designed to lift up the community. This year's theme is Wealth Wellness & Wisdom. Tickets are $20.
Hop on your broomsticks and fly over to Clow Airport for a day of family-friendly Halloween fun!Our Haunted Hangar is designed especially with younger visitors in mind — perfect for kids of all ages who love a little Halloween excitement without too much fright. Activities include: Spooky
October is the perfect time to start decorating our homes for the season, but no fall display is complete without a jack-o-lantern. But have you ever wondered where this tradition comes from? Join us at Isle a la Cache for a short presentation exploring the history of
Come and enjoy family friendly ghost stories aboard the I&M Canal Boat, "The Volunteer" docked at Lock 14, by Tricia Kelley - Storyteller & Presenter. Stories are suited for ages 5 - 10. Check in at the Lock 16 Visitor Center starting at 6pm. There will be
What better way to start your day than breathing the crisp morning air while watching the sunrise in the prairie. A morning hike provides many physical and mental benefits and sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. Get early access into the preserve and
This ongoing event will be held from Tuesday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Pick up some dirty tricks to earn some treats! Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the
This big, beautiful, fragrant flower has wilted, but now the roots are ripe and ready for harvesting. Join us on a lovely fall evening to learn about this native aquatic plant, a historical food of our region. After a brief presentation, the tasting will begin. The roots
Digging up the history of the dead! In this fully immersive experience, the macabre aspects of death in the Victorian era will come back to life!The Mansion is NOT Haunted Tour: As you move through the Main Floor, stationed and costumed guides will entangle you in a
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar! Start your weekend on a high note with delicious food, a self-serve beer wall, craft cocktails, and awesome giveaways! Don’t miss out on the fun – bring your friends and let’s make some unforgettable memories!
Aspiring chefs are invited to cook with us as we demonstrate yummy, kid friendly recipes. This month we will be making Apple Monster Teeth, Boo Bananas & Halloween treat bags. Registration required.
Enjoy live rockabilly music from the Skip Grip Band. According to a news release, Skip Griparis is a lifelong performer, whose popular Rockabilly Heroes Series features the heroes, hits, humor and history of legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison.
Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and the
Join us for a day of fun, fright, and festivities at La Salle’s Hometown Halloween! This beloved community event promises to delight all ages with a lineup of exciting activities throughout the day. Event Schedule: 10:30 AM: Kick off the celebration with a spirited performance by the
Dress up in your Halloween costumes and join us in the fun as our participating downtown Lemont businesses hand out treats! For more Halloween fun, visit with your favorite Lemontster Archie and his spooky friends, location yet TBD! More detailed event information to come! FREE Event.
Join us for the annual Halloween in the Park event! Costumes encouraged. Didoughs pretzels available for purchase. Hocus Pocus Hags performing at 2:30.
Join Ms. Julianna to test your spooky knowledge of Halloween music, movies, and pop culture events at this fun trivia event.
Music Suite 408 is once again hosting "Nightmare on Fifth Street" our annual Halloween artsy party for the community. Music by Music Suite 408 students (Flute Class & Apprentice Flute Ensemble at 2pm ~ more performances coming!); Make & Take Art while supplies last; Costumes, Treats. Check
Step back in time to a shadowy night of intrigue, secrets, and suspense at A Victorian Haunting: Murder at the Mansion. Someone has met an untimely end inside the grand Reddick Mansion and it's up to you to uncover the truth.Follow a trail of clues hidden throughout
The Coffee Barn is hosting a Halloween party featuring games, dancing, face painting, pizza, and a costume contest. Tickets are $15 per child, and admission is free for parents. Tickets are available for purchase at the Coffee Barn location. Tickets: Available for purchase in-person at The Coffee