As the sun sets, you'll head west out of Ottawa under the railroad bridge and travel to Buffalo Rock. The breathtaking rock faces that edge the river will offer the perfect backdrop as you wind down your day. Guests will enjoy our cocktail buffet featuring heavy appetizers
Get ready to shake it off, Ottawa! 🎶 Mark your calendars and dust off your dancing shoes because the City of Ottawa is thrilled to announce the ultimate summer bash: a TSwift Dance Party to close out our 2024 Friendship Days Festival on August 4th! 🌟 🎤
Meet local beekeeper Mike Rusnak to discuss the art of beekeeping. Ask questions, chat and troubleshoot your own hive. Rusnak has more than 18 years of beekeeping experience. Pick up specific beekeeping tips or simply learn more about the world of bees. Fee: Free! Age: All ages.
Thursday, August 1- Fantasy Amusement Carnival, Northpoint, 5-11pm Craft Vendors and Food Vendors, 5-11:30p Beer tent, 5:30-11:30pm VIP Gates open at 5pm Opening Ceremonies at 6:45pm Music On Stage, Northpoint starting at 7pm 7pm - 3 Years Hollow 8:30pm - Blacktop Mojo Friday, August 2 -
Adapted from the legendary Robert Louis Stevenson novel, we invite you to come to set sail for a hidden island and take part in this tale of piracy, mutiny, treasure and adventure. Performed over 2 weeks, this will be one of the grandest shows in Limestone's history
The Gaylord Building played a vital role in the creation of the Illinois & Michigan Canal. A landmark since 1838, this handsome limestone warehouse originally stored canal construction materials and later housed a variety of commercial ventures. Today the Gaylord Building is a national example of adaptive
Family friendly music event is back again this year! Pack a cooler and bring a lawn chair for this FREE event at Washington Park.
Celebrate National Night Out at Monee Reservoir with the Forest Preserve District of Will County police officers and other eastern Will County police agencies. See emergency vehicles up close, participate in fun activities and enjoy some delicious snacks. The event enhances relationships between residents and law enforcement
Come hang out with your first responders at Riordan Pool. Join our first responders for a fun-filled night! Free food, Free swim, and Free goodies for all the kiddos! National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our
The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum's Cars & Guitars on 66 Car Show is now located in the Joliet Junior College City Center Campus downtown Joliet parking lot at 235 N Chicago Street. Join us for all 5 shows starting Tuesday, June 11th, June 25th, July 9th,
This family-friendly event brings neighbors together, creating positive interactions with law enforcement and making connections to services that improve the quality of life for all. Our local businesses make this event entirely free for everyone, giving us all the ability to participate in fun activities!
Get caught in the time warp at the Groundhog Day Game – where every inning is a chance to break the cycle! Join us at the ballpark for a game that pays homage to the classic movie with a twist of baseball excitement.
Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout
Don't hate! Appreciate the fact that snakes are amazing! Did you know that snakes smell with their tongues? Or that they can eat animals 75% to 100% larger than their own heads? Come out to Isle a la Cache and get a new appreciation for our slithery
Come on out for a night to socialize outdoors and enjoy the beautiful Prairie Bluff Preserve and some bingo! Compete for prizes and share some laughs in good company. Feel free to bring dinner or snacks and add some beverages (beer and wine only, please, for alcoholic
Exotic Cars STEM NIGHT & Expo Night Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in
Calling all educators! It's time to hit it out of the park with Teacher Appreciation Night! Join us in celebrating the all-star lineup of educators who knock it out of the park every day!!
Join us for a journey through the seasons! We are excited to offer 4 garden walks to showcase the gardens throughout the year. All Garden Walks are free to attend. Participate in all four walks to be entered to win a $75 gift card to use in
Shamrocks and strikeouts at Irish Heritage Night! Join us at the ballpark for a grand celebration of Irish culture, with music, dance, and the crack of the bat!
For this month’s Think & Drink, we’re doing something a little different: we’re opening a new history exhibit! Beginning Thursday, August 8, our 3rd floor gallery will feature Rise from Ruins: The Great Lockport Fire of 1895. This exhibit coincides with Main Street Lockport’s Fire Fest, taking
Free concert series! Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street. Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating. Seating opens at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 7:00 p.m. Food and drink will be available on site.
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, the natural world comes alive with a chorus of sounds. But do you know what, or who, is making the symphony? Learn some of the most common calls around this time of year and how to ID them.
Celebrate the last days of summer break at Four Rivers! Is summer camp over? Has school not started yet? Head over to Four Rivers for a new activity every day from Tuesday, Aug. 6, through Friday, Aug. 9. Activities will include scavenger hunts, science experiments and more!
Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout
Enjoy the artwork of Kevin Stock and Kent Broadbent which is currently on exhibit.
