Join us for activities, viewing, and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking and research purposes.  

Whether you’re a budding artist or veteran virtuoso, you’re invited to Downtown Morris for the 2024 Liberty Arts Festival. The event returns with an Art Stroll on the Grundy County Courthouse Lawn, Creator’s Village for children, live music and dance performances, food trucks, and the popular Sip

Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi Return to Old Joliet Prison for Second Annual Blues Brothers Con Joliet Area Historical Museum pays tribute to the iconic Blues Brothers film on Saturday, August 17th at Old Joliet Prison JOLIET, Ill. – The Joliet Area Historical Museum will host its

Our annual Hummingbird Fest has been reworked this year to allow more visitors to see the fan-favorite banding of the hummingbirds and puts the spotlight on our fast, feathered friends and other pollinators. The Lincoln Land Association of Bird Banders will have certified banders on site for

Greenfield Station – Country Rock. Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 8-11 pm.  

Gaetano's Vault and NCI Artworks partner to offer an open-air Fine Art Brunch from 11 to 3pm on Sunday,  August 18th. NCI ARTworks is partnering with Gaetano's Vault co-owners Stephanie and Rick Wilkinson to offer patrons and passersby the opportunity to view and purchase art by local artists

Grab your picnic blankets and lawn chairs and watch the Lemont Quarrymen host a Round Robin with the Milwaukee Grays and Creston Regulators!! Food will be offered for purchase 12:00 -- Milwaukee vs. Lemont 1:30 -- Creston vs. Milwaukee 3:00 -- Lemont vs. Creston  

Plein Air Workshop $40 Email for more information [email protected]  

Join us as we venture out on the trail at dusk to listen for musical and mechanical insect sounds. Many insects become more active as the sun goes down. We'll listen and learn the distinct sounds of common local species and why they make these sounds. This

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

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

Street Rods & Antique Cars 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

Roll out of bed and greet the day on the water at Monee Reservoir. Wake up with a recreational paddle touring the lake and watching for its inhabitants. Then treat yourself to doughnuts and coffee before tackling the rest of your day. Fee: $20 per person; $10

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

Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 Doors Open at 6:15pm Show starts at 7:00pm

Post Game Fireworks Neon Night – Glow big or go home at Neon Night in the ballpark! Get ready to light up the stadium with an electrifying display of vibrant colors, from neon face paint to glow sticks galore. So grab your brightest neon attire and get