Events

The Ultimate Kids' New Year's Eve EVE Party! This year, bring your little ones to the most exciting, family-friendly New Year's event in Joliet – the Ultimate Kids' New Year's Eve EVE Party! The clock may strike midnight for adults, but for the kids, the celebration begins

Choose happiness this winter by joining us indoors for activities, games and refreshments inspired by the Danish practice of Hygge. Registration required. Contact organizer to sign up, (708) 839-6897  

Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Online registration for each lesson opens on the Sunday before the lesson’s week. The reservation link will only be available when snow conditions are skiable. Ages 12 and up. Cost is $20 per person. Registration required.

It's back! Kick off the new year and bring on the adventure of winter racing and riding for the 3rd Annual Fat Tire Race, and returning this year the 3rd F^3 Forge 10K Trail Run on the (hopefully) snow-covered trails at The Forge: Lemont Quarries and adjoining

“Green Fire” explores the life, legacy, and land ethic of conservationist Aldo Leopold and the many ways his philosophy lives today.  

Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Online registration for each lesson opens on the Sunday before the lesson’s week. The reservation link will only be available when snow conditions are skiable. Ages 12 and up. Cost is $20 per person. Registration required.

This hour low sensory play session is for families with children who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere at the museum. Join us every Sunday from 9:00-10:00 am. Pre-registration is required. Please register each person attending the play session. In order to maintain a sensory friendly

Join us to learn about the mammals of Cook County by examining our skins and skulls collection.  

Welcome in the New Year with some Bingo Fun at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Gymnasium. Cash prizes awarded to all winners We kindly ask that no outside food be brought in. Concessions will be available for purchase including beer and wine. Come join us!! Doors open at 5

Reconnect with Nature! Family Crafts Guided Hikes Talon Tales Food Truck Fun-filled Family Activities Live Bird Presentations Admission is free and no registration is required!  (815) 722-9470

This hour low sensory play session is for families with children who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere at the museum. Join us every Sunday from 9:00-10:00 am. Pre-registration is required. Please register each person attending the play session. In order to maintain a sensory friendly

Did you receive a gift you don't want, can't use, can't return and just really don't know what to do with? Bring it to Dirty Elephant Bingo as your admission!! That's right - there's no cost to attend except the gift that you don't want! Here's how

In this class you'll learn important sewing techniques to mend things that are ripped, torn or not fashion functional. This beginner sewing class will go over threading the machine, threading the bobbin, winding the bobbin & operating the machine properly. Skills you'll learn: Hemming, blind hemming &

Starting at 1:00 PM, head to Lemont Downtown to explore ice sculptures sponsored by Lemont businesses. At 4:00 PM, head over to Front Street for a live ice carving demonstration! From 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. activities taking place on Front Street: Join Nate Johnson of Johnson Studios

Join the Lemont Historical Society at the Old Stone Church for an insightful presentation by Barb Barrett on the fascinating history of the Sears, Roebuck and Co. From its humble beginnings as a mail-order catalog company in the late 19th century to becoming a retail giant that

Local author Pat Camalliere discusses her new memoir about her successful battle with cancer. With smiles along the way, Camalliere gives patients and those who love them hope, encouragement, and the tools to survive a disease that has a difficult course. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Camalliere's other 4 mysteries will

This hour low sensory play session is for families with children who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere at the museum. Join us every Sunday from 9:00-10:00 am. Pre-registration is required. Please register each person attending the play session. In order to maintain a sensory friendly

Matt Fraser is America's Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. His sold-out live events, television appearances, and spiritual teachings have allowed him to bring healing, hope & laughter to a global audience of fans and followers from all around the

Whitney Houston's musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute concert described as mind-blowingly spot on. Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – as seen on Britain's Got Talent, Showtime at the Apollo and winner of the BBC's Even Better Than

Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified Clear as Day, at No. 1 on

True North will open at 10am on Friday and then NOT lock the doors until 7pm on Saturday! That's right both buildings will remain open for 33 hours of shopping fun! January 24, 2025 January 25, 2025  

THE CURIOUS APPEAL OF THE WORLD'S MOST TERRIFYING MURDERERS Hear Doc Bonn's unique, chilling insights from examining: » Dennis Rader (BTK Strangler) » David Berkowitz (Son of Sam) » Rex Heuermann (Alleged Long Island Serial Killer) » Jeffery Dahmer and more... Spend a deliciously chilling evening with