Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. Backed by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO's fingers flash up
Get ready for a day filled with love, laughter, and loads of fun at our Kids' Valentine's Party! Activities Include: Crafts Corner: Let your creativity shine as you make beautiful Valentine's Day cards and decorations to share with friends and family. Valentine Workshop: Create personalized gifts and
The 2025 Winter Wine Walk! Enjoy wine, food, shopping and fun at locations throughout Utica, including your favorites from August Hill Winery & ISC! How does the Winter Wine Walk work? Visit all the locations listed on your passport and enjoy wine and food tastings. Walk between
Step Back in Time for a Drama-Filled Journey with Folsom Prison Experience! Prepare for a high-intensity recreation of one of Johnny Cash's most significant days in his musical career – a day that history now looks back on with amazement. While Johnny was going through a tough
Local Author and Historian, Dale Maley will present his research on the progression of the Underground Railroad through Livingston County, IL focusing on stories of the route from west of Fairbury, IL to Ottawa, IL. Dale is the President of the Livingston County Historical Society and Vice-President
Grab your sisters, girlfriends or best gal pals and celebrate Galentine’s Day with some botanical inspired mocktails! During this program, guests will make different mocktails, learn about their connections to the preserves and explore the museum after hours. Light snacks will be provided. $5 per person -
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band live in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium venue on Friday, February 14th at 7pm Doors open 6:15pm John Primer learned the blues at the famous Theresa's Lounge from all the blues legends, joining the bands of Willie
Have you ever wondered what to do with all of those scrap fabrics? We are partnering with Quilting in the Valley on a one-day English Paper Piecing Workshop here in the Family Room of the Hegeler Carus Mansion. What is English Paper Piecing? English Paper Piecing (EPP)
NEW & USED & ANTIQUE TRAINS AND TOYS Space Available for Train Layouts Vendors Wanted with all scales of trains – HO, N, O, G, Thomas, Lionel, Marx plus accessories; Farm Toys & Tractors, Die Cast, Trucks, Hot Wheels, Ertl, NASCAR & Racing Collectibles and other types
Visitors to La Salle County, IL will have a unique opportunity to visit twelve area museums, historical societies, historic mansions and a genealogy guild at a special bargain price. A Passport may be purchased at any of the twelve venues noted below. The Passport price is $1
Cozy up around a fire in the Trader’s Cabin to listen to stories from Illinois Country: French folktales, Potawatomi stories and more! Stretch your legs for a short walking break. Can we find any critters featured in the tales? After the storyteller is finished, enjoy the warmth
Join us at RejuveNate for a date night that promises to be more fun than trying to assemble IKEA furniture together! Collaborate on a masterpiece that even your plants will be jealous of, and paint in shifts to create a one-of-a-kind planter for your home—because nothing says
Visitors to La Salle County, IL will have a unique opportunity to visit twelve area museums, historical societies, historic mansions and a genealogy guild at a special bargain price. A Passport may be purchased at any of the twelve venues noted below. The Passport price is $1
True North will be serving FREE Bloody Marys to all True North Fan Club members from 1pm-3pm. Not a member? Ask to join.
Bring yourself and your desire to learn this lost art form, and well supply the rest. What is provided: A lacing kit of a 18x20 foam board, bobbins for the project, pins, pincushion, thread, pattern and a handout. Learn the lost art of Bobbin Lacemaking with Donna,
Visitors to La Salle County, IL will have a unique opportunity to visit twelve area museums, historical societies, historic mansions and a genealogy guild at a special bargain price. A Passport may be purchased at any of the twelve venues noted below. The Passport price is $1
Decorate your very own 6-inch round, vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry ($5 upcharge) Pretty in Pink cake in the Open Court Editorial Office of the Hegeler Carus Mansion. All supplies included! Just bring yourself, an apron, and your creativity! This event is a partnership between the Hegeler Carus
Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note – Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!
The Dolls bring dance tunes from Alexander's Ragtime Band to big band and jukebox hits, songs of war Over There and Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy and romantic highs and lows from You Made Me Love You to Why Do Fools Fall in Love. Admission is $25 per
Come meet folk musician Chris Vallillo ahead of his afternoon performance. Hear about his research and the details that inspired his musical pieces for this project and see the Journey to Freedom- Illinois' Underground Railroad while you're at the library. Chris Vallillo is a singer/songwriter, and roots
This exciting show brings you back to the Rock & Roll War and features some iconic tunes of the era. You'll hear songs about hope, love, loss, courage, and of course, togetherness. Admission $25 per person.
Award winning folk musician and folklorist Chris Vallillo brings the music and the stories of the Underground Railroad in Illinois to life in this engaging and powerful show featuring first person accounts of Freedom Seekers as well as performances and insights into the music that drove this
Have you ever pondered how historic hair care differed from our hair care today? Did they use the same tools? And the $1M question, did they brush their hair every day? Why or why not? This workshop will answer these questions and more. Your hair care experience
Join us for an enchanting bridal event like no other. Discover everything you need to plan your dream wedding in one place. From stunning venues to exquisite dresses, talented photographers to delectable bakeries, our expo is a treasure trove of inspiration and expertise. Indulge in delicious samples