• Dancing for Our Tribe: Potawatomi Traditions in the New Millennium

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District for a special temporary exhibit, “Dancing for Our Tribe.”  From the artist Sharon Hoogstraten: “This legacy Potawatomi portrait collection is for our future seven generations and for the artful education of those who presume Great Lakes

  • Christmas in July – Streator

    Heritage Park - Streator 222 E. Main Street, Streator, United States

    Even with summer temperatures soaring, Streator will be in the Christmas spirit this week as over 20 local businesses will participate in the Streator Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Christmas in July event at Heritage Park. Food trucks will be present on both days, along with family activities

  • Meet the Artist: “Dancing for Our Tribe”

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District for a special temporary exhibit, “Dancing for Our Tribe.” At this drop-in event, meet the artist, Sharon Hoogstraten, and view the portraits that highlight the rich lives of the Potawatomi. The artist will be available to

  • Drinkin’ with Lincoln Brewfest

    Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

    Drinkin’ with Lincoln Brewfest is almost here — and you won’t want to miss this lineup! Raise a glass with these amazing breweries, wineries, and distilleries: 🍺 Tangled Roots Brewing Company 🍺 Nik & Ivy 🍷 Unpossible Mead 🍷 August Hill 🥃 Whiskey Acres 🥃 Star Union

  • Wilmington Catfish Days

    North Water Street - Wilmington 616 Davy Lane, Wilmington, IL, United States

    Country Night! 9AM Medallion Hunt Clue (Facebook: Catfish Days) 5PM-8PM Wilmington Park District's 'Pickled on Water Street' Youth Pickleball Tournament- Pre-Registration Required! (Wilmington's Public Lot on Water Street) 6PM-11PM Carnival Open (Wilmington's North Island) 6PM-8PM Wilmington Park District's Hayrack Rides- FREE! (Wilmington's North Island) 6PM-Midnight Beer Garden Open (Wilmington's

  • Farmers Market – Jackson Street

    Ottawa Visitor Center 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience. Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends, and even your

  • Behind the Scenes: The Four Rivers Aquarium

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the 2,000-gallon aquarium at Four Rivers. Join a naturalist to learn about the native fish species in the tank. Follow a professional aquarist downstairs to see the equipment and preparation that goes into keeping our aquarium healthy and the fish happy. Registration

  • Food Drive Benefitting the Bethany Lutheran Church Food Pantry

    Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Please bring non-perishable items such as: Canned Chicken Toilet Paper Paper Towels Pop Tarts Canned Soup Spam Rice Skillet Dinners Condiments Canned Fruit Cooking Oil Noodles Juice Boxes Granola Bars  

  • Christmas in July – Streator

    Heritage Park - Streator 222 E. Main Street, Streator, United States

    Even with summer temperatures soaring, Streator will be in the Christmas spirit this week as over 20 local businesses will participate in the Streator Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Christmas in July event at Heritage Park. Food trucks will be present on both days, along with family activities

  • Museum Campus Day

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the replica 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

  • Cut It Out – Plant Day

    True North 539 Bedford Rd., Morris, IL, United States

    Plant lovers of Grundy County where you can ask questions, swap, and give tips! (No selling.) trade cuttings start a seedling buy a plant crafts learn something new  

  • Drinkin’ with Lincoln Brewfest

    Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

    Drinkin’ with Lincoln Brewfest is almost here — and you won’t want to miss this lineup! Raise a glass with these amazing breweries, wineries, and distilleries: 🍺 Tangled Roots Brewing Company 🍺 Nik & Ivy 🍷 Unpossible Mead 🍷 August Hill 🥃 Whiskey Acres 🥃 Star Union

  • Giving Back to Lemont

    Next Mex 319 Front Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    The 13th Annual Giving Back to Lemont Concert is back! This free, five-hour concert takes place on the grass lot directly west of Next Mex. ✶ Please bring non-perishable food or monetary donations to be collected and distributed between Lemont's two open-food pantries. ✶ Raffles, prizes and

  • Music in the Park – Washington Square Park

    Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

    Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown's historic Washington Park. Admission is free. At this time, no indoor

  • Wilmington’s Catfish Days

    North Water Street - Wilmington 616 Davy Lane, Wilmington, IL, United States

    The Finale!! 8AM-Noon Wilmington's VFW Breakfast Buffet (Wilmington VFW)10AM-4PM Rusty Nutz Car Show (Wilmington's North Island)11AM Wilmington Park District's Color Fun Run, Registration Required at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Wilmington/CatfishDaysColorFunRunAndWalk  (Run begins at Wilmington Park District)Noon-1PM Sensory Hour at the Carnival-Please register on our Sensory Page(Wilmington's North Island)Noon-6PM Beer Garden Open1PM-6PM Carnival Open, $25 Wristbands

  • Touch A Truck

    River Front Park

    Free family fun brought to you by the Illinois Valley Contractor's Association and the Illinois Valley Building Trades. Activities Snacks Free Lunch

  • Princess & Hero Walk – Downtown Lemont

    Lemont Village Green 322 Main St., Lemont, United States

    Gather up your princesses, superheroes and even those tiny villains for a magical day in downtown Lemont. Eight characters will be found inside downtown businesses for your kids to meet, greet, get photographs with and best of all…autographs! The first 150 families to register will get a free

  • Music in the Park – Washington Square Park – David Hilliker Trio

    Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

    Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm. Bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Admission is free. At this time, no indoor venue is available, so if bad weather postpones a performance, it

  • Lemont Farmers Market

    Lemont Village Green 322 Main Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Join us for the Lemont Downtown Farmers Market at the Village Green, presented by Aster Gardens! These markets will continue on Tuesday evenings through the September 30th from 4-7pm. Vendors feature vegetables and fruit, flowers, mushrooms, local honey, micro greens, crepes and more! Stay tuned as we

  • Lemont Cruise Nights & Block Party

    Cruise Nights & Block Party Location Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiacs 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 make

  • Plant Bingo – Summer Edition

    Rejuvenate - Plants & Wellness 2212 Plainfield Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    Join us for Plant Bingo - Summer Edition the last Wednesday of each month! With the exception of August! August PLANT BINGO will be on August 20th - the following week your Plant Bingo host will be out of town and unable to Bingo it up! $30

  • Discovery Isle: Insects

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    What insects do we have crawling or flying around at Isle a la Cache? Come out to get a closer look by using sweep nets and bug boxes, observe pinned specimens and learn the difference between insects, bugs and arachnids. All equipment is provided, and all insects

  • Sunset Soiree – Reckless

    Sunset Soiree Location Stephen & Talcott, Lemont, United States

    Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street for this free concert series! Put your dancing shoes on! The Annual Concert Series presented by the Lemont Park District and Village of Lemont is a crowd favorite with live music, dancing, and tons of family-friendly fun in Lemont

  • 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!