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National Poetry Month Open Mic & Festival

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

April is poetry month - come celebrate with us! Poets & singers welcome * Free to attend & participate. Hosted by Joliet's 1st Poet Laureate, Uxmar Torres! Open mic slots are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Every open mic performer can recite 2 poems or 2

Misery

The Eagle Theatre 319 N. Plum St., Pontiac, IL, United States

Vermillion Players is bringing us another great production with Misery. Misery is a psychological thriller play based on Stephen King’s novel and was adapted by William Goldman. It follows author Paul Sheldon, who, after a car accident, is kidnapped by his obsessed fan, Annie Wilkes. The play

Bodeans

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

With countless tunes you know from the first note, rip-roaring gigs you can count on, and a whole lot of energy you'll take home with you, BoDeans continues to contribute to the American songbook as a tried-and-true institution. Founded and led by original frontman, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Round Room Live and Moonbug Entertainment are proud to announce a new live show, Blippi: Join the Band Tour. The brand-new production features musicians playing LIVE on stage and promises to bring the vivacious, energetic, and educational antics of global sensation Blippi to stages across North America

Sam Burns & The Heritage Jazz Orchestra of Chicago

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Celebrate National Jazz Appreciation Month with us! The talented SAM BURNS will be joined by the HERITAGE JAZZ ORCHESTRA - the premier repertory jazz orchestra in Chicago, led by Luke Malewicz. Come enjoy this 27-piece band and Sam Burns as they pay tribute to the big band

Misery

The Eagle Theatre 319 N. Plum St., Pontiac, IL, United States

Vermillion Players is bringing us another great production with Misery. Misery is a psychological thriller play based on Stephen King’s novel and was adapted by William Goldman. It follows author Paul Sheldon, who, after a car accident, is kidnapped by his obsessed fan, Annie Wilkes. The play

Karaoke Night

The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!

First Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Allen Park 400 Courtney St., Ottawa, IL, United States

Exciting News! Join us for our First Annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Special Events Committee! Save the Date: April 19, 2025 Location: Allen Park Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PLUS! Enjoy FREE professional photos with the Easter Bunny! Stay tuned for more details—hoppin' good

Easter Egg Hunt

Humiston Riverside Park 400 W. Water St., Pontiac, IL, United States

Our Easter Egg Hunt is April 19th, at 10 AM, at Humiston-Riverside Park! The event is free and there is no registration. The Easter Bunny will be in attendance! Age groups are 0-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12.  

Utica Fire Department Easter Egg Hunt

Carey Memorial Park 315 W. Church St., Utica, IL, United States

Join us at Carey Memorial Park for Utica Fire Department's Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Age Groups- *Toddler *Pre-School *Kindergarten *1st *2nd & 3rd *4th, 5th, & 6th  

Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert Black Ink Presents, a division of Terrapin Station Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment, today announced that due to popular demand, the North American tour of Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert (www.labyrinthinconcert.com) will be extended into 2025 with the addition of more than

Fifth Annual French Heritage Corridor Conference

Washington University in St. Louis, MO 1 Brookings Dr., St. Louis, MO, United States

Wednesday, April 23  Culture and Identity in Upper Louisiana Defining the "Creole Corridor" Colloquium Lunch included. Hosted by French Connexions at Washington University. Thursday, April 24 Full day conference at Washington University Site Visits in Ste. Genevieve, MO and Private Reception at St. Louis Mercantile Library, 10

Napoleon Dynamite

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Tickets are $5 each and will be available in advance or on the day of the reel at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. Tickets are unavailable online and are now on sale at the box office. Doors will open 30 minutes before showtime; a free organ

Fifth Annual French Heritage Corridor Conference

Washington University in St. Louis, MO 1 Brookings Dr., St. Louis, MO, United States

Wednesday, April 23  Culture and Identity in Upper Louisiana Defining the "Creole Corridor" Colloquium Lunch included. Hosted by French Connexions at Washington University. Thursday, April 24 Full day conference at Washington University Site Visits in Ste. Genevieve, MO and Private Reception at St. Louis Mercantile Library, 10

Karaoke Night

The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!  

Fifth Annual French Heritage Corridor Conference

Washington University in St. Louis, MO 1 Brookings Dr., St. Louis, MO, United States

Wednesday, April 23  Culture and Identity in Upper Louisiana Defining the "Creole Corridor" Colloquium Lunch included. Hosted by French Connexions at Washington University. Thursday, April 24 Full day conference at Washington University Site Visits in Ste. Genevieve, MO and Private Reception at St. Louis Mercantile Library, 10

“We Can Be Heroes” WriteOn Joliet Radio Theatre

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will explore various aspects of heroism in original radio-style stories and poems. The first 15 audience members will receive a FREE WriteOn Joliet Anthology!Lobby doors open one hour before performances. Concessions and drinks are available for purchase. WriteOn Joliet books and anthologies

Recycling Resource Day – Lockport

City of Lockport

Learn about the resources available in Lockport to help you live a more eco-friendly lifestyle! Local organizations will be on hand to share information about their services, programs, and initiatives designed to support environmentally conscious choices. Plus, bring your plastic bags for collection as we work together

Fifth Annual French Heritage Corridor Conference

Washington University in St. Louis, MO 1 Brookings Dr., St. Louis, MO, United States

Wednesday, April 23  Culture and Identity in Upper Louisiana Defining the "Creole Corridor" Colloquium Lunch included. Hosted by French Connexions at Washington University. Thursday, April 24 Full day conference at Washington University Site Visits in Ste. Genevieve, MO and Private Reception at St. Louis Mercantile Library, 10

“We Can Be Heroes” WriteOn Joliet Radio Theatre

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will explore various aspects of heroism in original radio-style stories and poems. The first 15 audience members will receive a FREE WriteOn Joliet Anthology!Lobby doors open one hour before performances. Concessions and drinks are available for purchase. WriteOn Joliet books and anthologies

“We Can Be Heroes” WriteOn Joliet Radio Theatre

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will explore various aspects of heroism in original radio-style stories and poems. The first 15 audience members will receive a FREE WriteOn Joliet Anthology!Lobby doors open one hour before performances. Concessions and drinks are available for purchase. WriteOn Joliet books and anthologies

Puckerville Farms Harvest Revival

Puckerville Farms 13332 Bell Rd., Lemont, IL, United States

Live Worship & Praise Speakers & God's Word Prayer Wall & Needs Special Events & Giveaways Lunch & Water Provided INVITE YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS!!  Please bring lawn chairs. View event schedule & Supporters at puckervilleharvestrevival.com.

Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

Romeoville Village Hall 1050 Romeo Rd., Romeoville, IL, United States

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