Events

The Prairie State’s tremendous contribution to the world of music will be center stage during the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum’s annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Sunday, September 14th at 5:00pm at the historic Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet. “The museum’s Charter Members have cast

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

Bring your children to Four Rivers to learn about hummingbirds with a story, a hike, hands-on activities, crafts and free play. Ages 3 - 5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration required by Tuesday, Sept. 16: 815-722-9470. REGISTER ONLINE(Opens in a new window) Please

Ages 7-12. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone. Students will learn the importance of oral stories as a means to promote cultural values and traditions as they explore the stories of the French and the American Indians of the Great Lakes region. During this exploration, students

Step back in time to Illinois during the 1750s. Students practice the barter system used by the French and American Indians to exchange goods. By participating in a trade, students learn and see the benefits of this economic process. This is an opportunity for homeschooled or remote-learning

Every Third Thursday the Hegeler Carus Mansion presents Third Thursday Concert Series May and September. Enjoy live music, food trucks, 50/50 raffles, mansion fun facts, and more. Guests bring their own chairs or blankets and enjoy music under the tree canopy on the Mansions West Lawn. Bring

Our next Think & Drink brings us a story at the very heart of Lockport’s history.  In the 1970s, the Old Central School building, a Lockport landmark since its construction in 1896, was threatened with demolition. A determined group of citizens, business leaders, and preservationists, including a

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

Thank goodness its Friday and were set to savor one last summer weekend! Grab some friends or make it a date night and get out on the trail with us for a bike ride to kick off the weekend and squeeze in one last summer ride! Registration

Lucky you! You’ve been invited to the Bolingbrook Chamber Speakeasy for a night of mystery and mayhem! At this roaring ‘20s-themed event, secrets are hidden behind every corner and danger lurks where you least expect it. Someone won’t make it through the night—and it’s up to you

To celebrate the last two months of CMM’s current temporary exhibition, Maritime Midwest Modern, renowned architect Dirk Lohan will be sharing his thoughts on the interplay between architecture and the waterways in Chicago and his own career. As CMM’s chairman, Dirk designed the museum’s interior space, which

Calling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of

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

Join us for our Fall Craft Fair! Featuring over 60 vendors, the Craft Fair will offer jewelry, home decor, artwork, candles, cards and stationery, and much more. Free admission! All attendees will receive three free chances to win one of over 50 prizes! In addition, Nothing Bundt

Experience one of the largest family friendly kite festivals in the Midwest, and on Route 66, where you will find displays of giant show kites; precision stunt teams performing amazing aerial ballets to music with their kites; and spectacular and colorful ground displays! Vendors will be selling

The migrating American white pelicans are coming in for a landing here at Four Rivers! Enjoy seeing a pelican close up at one of the 45-minute live-bird presentations scheduled for 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet naturalists at each of the pelican hotspots to observe these huge

We’re celebrating the 22nd anniversary of Vintage Illinois in Utica this September, in partnership with the Village of North Utica and the Canal Street Market. Plan now to attend. We have a great weekend planned! You’ll enjoy some amazing music on stage, while literally wine-ing through the