The Great Race 2025 is coming to Pontiac! On Monday, June 23rd, a hosted lunch stop will be held in Downtown Pontiac for the famous vintage car rally. Each stop on the Great Race is free to the public and spectators will be able to visit with
Join us for the Lemont Downtown Farmers Market at the Village Green, presented by Aster Gardens! These markets will continue on Tuesday evenings through the September 30th from 4-7pm. Vendors feature vegetables and fruit, flowers, mushrooms, local honey, micro greens, crepes and more! Stay tuned as we
Presented with Illinois Department of Natural Resources, this workshop focuses on Illinois butterflies and moths. CDPUs available.
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 time and make you dream of the
Discovery Isle: Animal Architects How do bird nests not fall apart? What exactly do dens look like inside? How strong are beaver dams? Come out to Isle a la Cache and discover just how some of our local wildlife build and use their homes. This is a
Sip, shop, and stroll through charming downtown Princeton! Join us for an evening of local sips, fabulous finds, and small-town vibes you’ll love.
This beginner’s workshop, led by American Canoe Association certified instructors, introduces participants to the sport of kayaking. Basic instruction, introduction to paddle strokes and safety are covered on shore. Then participants will head to the water to try out their new skills. Fee: $35 per person. Age:
Learn how to decorate your very own Cupcake Bouquet in the Open Court Editorial Office of the Hegeler Carus Mansion in LaSalle, IL. All supplies included! Just bring yourself, an apron, and your creativity! This event is a partnership between the Hegeler Carus Mansion and Blue Eyed
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
Last Friday each month, learn about a highlighted insect.
Come see the behind-the-scenes workings of agricultural sites in the I&M Canal National Heritage Area while discovering the rich history of our region. Hop in the car for this self-guided driving tour that will enable you to explore our area’s barns, livestock, silos and curiosities in a
Bronzeville-Black Metropolis National Heritage Area is hosting the Fourth Annual Ida B. Wells Festival in Bronzeville on June 28. The event honors the legacy and achievements of journalist, suffragette, and Civil Rights leader, Ida B. Wells. The event is an all-day family and community event featuring reflective
Put your muscles to work as you help restore habitat by removing invasive plants. Tools available for loan.
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the replica 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
Put your muscles to work as you help restore habitat by removing invasive plants. Tools available for loan.
The park district will hold a Veterans Tribute with brats and beer at Legion Park. The tribute is free for active and retired military. Participants must register in advance.
We invite you to our “Southland Salutes BBQ 4 Vets” BBQ Competition & Benefit July 12th at Konows Farm in Homer Glen. If you make the best BBQ Ribs and Chicken Wings, then join us as a competitor, spots are still available for us backyard BBQ enthusiasts.
As Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches (March 29), the Village of Romeoville is honored to announce that the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall will be displayed in Romeoville from August 21 – August 24. Arriving by trailer, a welcome parade will escort the wall into town on the
As Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches (March 29), the Village of Romeoville is honored to announce that the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall will be displayed in Romeoville from August 21 – August 24. Arriving by trailer, a welcome parade will escort the wall into town on the
As Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches (March 29), the Village of Romeoville is honored to announce that the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall will be displayed in Romeoville from August 21 – August 24. Arriving by trailer, a welcome parade will escort the wall into town on the
As Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches (March 29), the Village of Romeoville is honored to announce that the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall will be displayed in Romeoville from August 21 – August 24. Arriving by trailer, a welcome parade will escort the wall into town on the
