This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Oct. 15 to Sunday, Dec. 29. Hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays: Noon to 4 p.m.. This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in
Pick up some dirty tricks to earn some treats! Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the preserve. Fishing line and other debris pose serious threats to our furry and feathered friends. Animals may become entangled in fishing line or swallow
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays Noon to 4 p.m. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are
It 's back! The Lemont Farmers Market takes place in Village Green Park in #LemontDowntown. Enjoy local vendors serving up fresh produce, baked goods, and special treats along with live music. Find the market every Tuesday from August - October 18 with new vendors each week. Thank you
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
Marion Gore, former Board president, will display and provide a brief history about some of the antique quilts at the Museum. There will also be an appraiser at the program, so if you have an antique quilt that you would like to learn more about, please bring
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays Noon to 4 p.m. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are
Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some bike rides this fall! Meet at Messenger Marsh in Homer Glen for a 5-mile ride at a comfortable group pace. Register and complete all six Rec Bike Club rides in this series and receive a commemorative shirt. Fee:
Looking for a way to connect with fellow Goose chasers? Join us for this meetup to get to know other Take It Outside challenge participants and maybe even complete some missions together. Stop by the shelter to let us know what you're enjoying about the challenge and
Haunted Objects Live! Chilling, True Tales from the Newkirk Museum of the Paranormal Are you ready to uncover the chilling true stories behind the world's most haunted objects? Join Greg and Dana Newkirk (Travel Channel's Kindred Spirits, Amazon Prime's Hellier) for an interactive presentation that will leave
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays Noon to 4 p.m. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are
Business’ that are participating will be staying open late to pass out candy!
We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more!
Feeding wildlife, cycling nutrients, reducing pollution and facilitating tree communication. Those are a few of the amazing contributions fungus gives to its environment. Come to Four River to learn more about the incredible fungus in the forest. Walk the trails in search of these living organisms and
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays Noon to 4 p.m. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations?
Prepare yourselves for a witchy night out in historic downtown Morris. Our annual costume contest will be bigger and better as Morris transforms with a touch of magic for the perfect night out with potions, treats & shopping. Start planning those costumes now! This years costume contest
Join us for an evening of basket making using the yarn wrap technique. This workshop is for all skill levels age 10 and up. There will be several color options to choose from and all supplies are included in the cost.
Get ready to be spellbound and enchanted as we bring you a bewitching movie events at the historic Old Stone Church (306 Lemont St). It's a celebration of all things magical, featuring two enchanting screenings that will leave you in awe! Friday, October 25th - Hocus Pocus
It's time for the adults to take back Halloween! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing night trail. Experience the darker side of nature through games and challenges that put the creepy in creepy crawlies. Treats await those who dare to have some fun. Enjoy
Explore the most haunted place in Lockport with two thrilling attractions: Hayride of Horror and the Curse of the Bayou! Fridays & Saturdays | 7 PM - 10 PM | In October (October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26) Last 2 Sundays (October 20 &
The 2nd annual downtown Ottawa Halloween Parade is coming back on October 26th! Join us as we haunt our way down LaSalle St. from Washington Park to Jordan Block with the spooky train and its conductor in tow. Anyone can join the parade (businesses, organizations, families) –
The Tully Monster is the State Fossil for Illinois. It was found in the Mazon Creek and only exists in Grundy County. Learn about the Tully Monster. See Tully Monster fossils. Participate in a Scavenger Hun and play games.
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 French
This ongoing program runs from Saturday, Sept. 21, to Sunday, Dec. 8. Museum hours are: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays Noon to 4 p.m. Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are
Everyone is welcome to join Floret at Trick or Treat on Court Street! There will be a dunk tank, magician, train rides, axe throwing, bounce house, and so much more! Costumes are encouraged.