The Union Depot Railroad Museum

Union Depot & Railroad Museum 783 Main St., Mendota, United States

The Union Depot Railroad Museum building is what remains of the original grand 1888 Mendota Railroad Station. However, when the society acquired the site it was virtually an empty shell. Many volunteers spent countless hours restoring the building to its original state with ticket office and waiting

ARGIL – Daniel Stetzinger

Clayspace Ceramic Arts Center 740 Front St., Lisle, United States

Join ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center for the exhibit ARGIL, a solo exhibition of the work of Daniel Stetzinger. Art Center Hours: Monday & Saturday 10 am to 2 pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10 am to 4 pm

Potential Locations for Passenger Rail Stations Open House – Ottawa

Ottawa City Hall 301 W. Madison St., Ottawa, IL, United States

The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between

Dragonflies and Damselflies: The Prairie’s Frequent Fliers

Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

Cindy Crosby, author of "Chasing Dragonflies: A Natural, Cultural, and Personal History" and "The Tallgrass Prairie: An Introduction", both from Northwestern University Press Discover the fascinating and bizarre lives of these prairie fliers—with plenty of group fun and lively interaction during the presentation. From their unusual life

Potential Locations for Passenger Rail Stations – Morris

Morris City Hall 700 N. Division St., Morris, United States

The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between

From Sap to Syrup for Adults

Pilcher Park Nature Center 2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet, United States

Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with 100% pure maple syrup. See maple syrup making in the sugar shack, tree tapping demonstrations, and guided hikes through the sugar bush. Breakfast will be available for the entire length of the program with scheduled tours of the sugar shack, tree

From Sap to Syrup for Kids

Pilcher Park Nature Center 2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet, United States

Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with 100% pure maple syrup. See maple syrup making in the sugar shack, tree tapping demonstrations, and guided hikes through the sugar bush. Breakfast will be available for the entire length of the program with scheduled tours of the sugar shack, tree

Springtide Craft Show

Romeoville Recreation Center 900 W. Romeo Rd., Romeoville, IL, United States

Make it a shopping Saturday at Romeoville’s annual Springtide Craft Show! In its 20th year the craft show will showcase many different crafters with products including; candles, jewelry, embroidery, floral arrangements, pet accessories, and more. Free admission and parking will be provided at the event. Concessions will

Lemont Bands Dinner Dance

Ruffled Feathers Golf Club 1 Pete Dye Dr., Lemont, United States

34th Annual Lemont Bands Dinner Dance On Saturday, March 9, 2024, the award-winning Lemont High School Band program will host its 34th Annual Lemont Bands Dinner Dance at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club. Event is open to friends, family, Lemont and beyond! Dinner, dancing, raffles, cash bar. The Sounds of

Potential Locations for Passenger Rail Stations Open House – Utica

North Utica Village Hall 248 W. Canal St., North Utica, IL, United States

The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations.  The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between

Potential Locations for Passenger Rail Stations Open House – Peru

Peru City Hall 1901 4th St., Peru, IL, United States

The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations.  The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between

Cocktails & Collections

Joliet Area History Museum 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, United States

Join us for a brand new event which supports the collections and exhibits department! Guests will get special access to view artifacts that are not currently on display in the museum, and a special program by the museum's Collections Staff. Tickets are $50, and it is a

Thursday Think & Drink: History of Lockport High School’s Central Campus

Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States

For our inaugural event, we'll be exploring the history of Lockport High School's Central Campus! This iconic Lockport landmark dates back to 1909 and has ushered generations of Porters through its storied halls. The banquet room and bar open at 6:30pm. The presentation begins at 7pm. What

A Shamrockin’ Good Time

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

This year’s Shamrockin’ event will celebrate Irish culture from across the pond, our neighbor Chicago, and right here in Joliet! It will include live artists performing both traditional and contemporary Irish music, along with Irish dancers, bagpipers, and many others. New to the lineup, and headlining, will

Stories of Lemont Zine Release Party

The Table Church 102 Stephen St., Lemont, IL, United States

We are excited to spread the news about our upcoming collaboration project release party! Join the Village of Lemont, the Lemont Artists Guild, Lemont Writers Guild, and the Art and Culture Commission for the Stories of Lemont Zine Release party! The 150th Anniversary Zine is dedicated to

Woodcock Walk – Hickory Creek

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

As the sun sets, the male woodcock makes his way to the edge of a field and prepares for his extraordinary courtship performance. Normally timid and elusive, the woodcock is readily observed during the early spring breeding season, when he leaves the safety and cover of the

History of the I&M Canal in LaSalle County

Bruce & Ollies 166 Mill St., North Utica, IL, United States

Join the LaSalle County Historical Society at Bruce & Ollies for a special history presentation on the Illinois & Michigan Canal in LaSalle County! On hand will also be local artifacts from the museum's archives on the I & M Canal. $10 donation, includes small coffee or scoop of ice

History Happy Hour: Cleaning Up the Collections

Joliet Area History Museum 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, United States

Museum collections work is always a challenge. Protecting artifacts and archives is never easy. But how does one protect and preserve a rapidly deteriorating collection in a historic site that was abandoned for 20 years, has suffered multiple fires, water leaks and worst of all, vandalism? Join

Murder & Mystery at The Jacob Henry Mansion

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

Death of a Gangster' - Join the Dunn family for the mafia wedding of the century! Don your best 1920's wedding attire for the Don and his goons. This show will have you in stitches...especially if you're a snitch. $60 per person admission, space is limited! Includes

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Grand Hall at Starved Rock Lodge One Lodge Lane, Oglesby, IL, United States

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!   August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings. Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley

Voices Out of the Past: Midewin Oral Histories

Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

Dr. Pam Hunte Anthropologist, Vice President Midewin Heritage Association Midewin lands were once farms, and later, an arsenal. The Midewin Heritage Association has conducted interviews with people who lived and worked here. Come hear the memories of local farm families, arsenal workers, and military staff as they

Bunny Bash

Romeoville Recreation Center 900 W. Romeo Rd., Romeoville, IL, United States

Romeoville Recreation Center Annual Bunny Bash The Romeoville Recreation Center is already planning its annual Bunny Bash to help welcome the spring season. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 22 at the rec center, 900 W. Romeo Road. The Bunny Bash

Indoor Community Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Village, Peru

Liberty Village 1107 31st St., Peru, IL, United States

Easter egg hunt will begin at 9 A.M. at Liberty Estates located at 1107 31st Street. Following the egg hunt breakfast will be offered along with photo opportunities with the bunny!  

Easter Egg Hunt – Peru

Centenniel Park, Peru 13th & West Streets, Peru, United States

Just a sneak peak of the fun that is coming our way. We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on March 23rd at 11! Please stay tuned for more details.

Event Series Flute Lessons for Vets

Flute Lessons for Vets

Coal City Public Library 85 N. Garfield St., Coal City, IL, United States

All Veterans are welcome to join us for learning to play the Native American woodwind flute. The flute is music therapy for veterans dealing with PTSD or other mental health issues. Age, knowing how to play an instrument or being able to read music is not a