This exhibition features paintings from 23 nature preserves across Illinois by artist and conservationist Philip Juras. The work celebrates the 60-year legacy of the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission and offers a window into the past and present ecology of the Prairie State. The prairies featured in Juras’
Celebrate Prairie Shipyard Days in Seneca- "Bringing Us All Together"! Celebrating the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal!
Join the Lemont Artist Guild and Gallery Seven for a Plein Air Painting Event. Capture the Lincoln Landing's Fall Colors!!!
Take a walk through the Lemont Heritage & Woodland Sanctuary to see all the Scarecrow Contestants!!
If you've never visited Isle a la Cache Museum, take advantage of this opportunity to see what's going on in the 18th century Traders Cabin and peek inside the Native American longhouse.
Main Festival 12-6:00PM Finale Performance by Brian Justin Crum begins at 6:00pm Get ready for a day filled with boundless joy, laughter, and unity at the Joliet PrideFest! We're pulling out all the stops to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and promotes acceptance
Join Lemont Township at Scarecrow Fest! DJ, Food Trucks, Horses, Crafts, Storytimes!!
Save the date for the 2023 Channahon Community Potato Festival! Returning this fall, the Channahon Community Potato Festival is a joint event between the Village of Channahon, Channahon Park District, and the Three Rivers Public Library District. That's right - we will be celebrating the infamous Channahon
September 26th is Olivia's birthday! Celebrate the life and music of the one and only Olivia Newton-John! From her early hits to her "Sandy" tunes from the hit movie musical Grease and beyond, this is a fun musical tribute for any "Hopelessly Devoted" Olivia Newton-John fan! Have
Join the Grundy County Historical Society & Museum with their first program for the year at the Morris Municipal Building. Jill Jackson with the Department of Natural Resources will be talking about the history of the I&M Canal and will also provide an update on the
A juried exhibition of 2D and 3D art for visual artists of Illinois. Theme: TIME Special thanks to Angel Ambrose Fine Art Studio for inspiring this year's theme.
Join Scott Kenemore, best-selling author of "Zombie Illinois," on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Haitian mysticism through its evolutions in pop culture to the ravenous zombies of today.
Join us for a Scouting Adventure of epic proportions! Announcing Forge On! Scouting Adventure: On September 30, Three Fires Council's main Scouting Adventure will take place with various activities and a Scout show for the ages. Hosted at The Forge: Lemont Quarries, this event will run from
The Lemont Quarrymen battle the Chicago Salmon as they play base ball by the rules of the 1860s. Don't miss out on the fun and the historical interpretation! Food and refreshments are offered.
Paranormal Access Events returns to Illinois's Most Haunted Pr*son!! Hosted by Chris Fleming, international paranormal investigator and medium from TV's HELP! My house is haunted, the Telly Award Winning The Curse of Lizzie Borden, and the international hit series for Discovery+, Haunted Scotland with Gail Porter, and
In partnership with Adaptive Adventures, join an overnight event geared for individuals with physical disabilities, their families and friends. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Register at https://adaptiveadventures.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/adaptiveadventures/event.jsp?event=77383. COST: Free CONTACT: (708)771-1573or [email protected]
Join the Lemont Area Historical Society for a spine-tingling journey though the eerie history of Lemont. Discover the untold stories and ghostly legends that linger within the town's most haunted buildings and sites. Are you brave enough to venture into the unknown? Bring your own BOOze. (Adult
LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES AT THE HISTORIC ROXY LOCKPORT THEATER! "Spirit: Stallion of Cimmaron" Doors open 45 minutes prior to the movie start time. Come early and enjoy a beverage from the full-service bar and a light snack available for purchase in the lounge. No outside
At the 58th Annual Arts and Craft Fair, art, of all styles, will be sold by artists inspired by nature! Don't miss it!
Join The Little Red Schoolhouse for their Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by nature. Entrance by shuttle bus only. Shuttle busses will be at Pioneer Woods which is a little east of Willow Springs Road on 107th
Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path Through Water, is a one act, one person play written and performed by Jim Healy, in honor of the 350th anniversary of the voyage of Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet down the Mississippi River. Their four month voyage began May 17th,
Volunteers wanted for restoration of this very rare prairie. Help with invasive species plant removal, brush clearing & grounds beautification. Volunteers are needed to join us for a morning of fun, learning and a little elbow grease! No experience necessary! Wear sturdy shoes, long pants, a light
The Chicago Portage was an ancient portage that connected the Great Lakes waterway system with the Mississippi River system. Connecting these two great water trails meant comparatively easy access from the mouth of the St Lawrence River on the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, and the
The Burgoo Festival is an annual village street party featuring flea marketers, craftsmen, musicians, and other entertainment. More than 350 vendors will present their wares at this craft show and flea market. Established in 1969, the Burgoo Festival is one of the longest running and largest fall
Come and see the amazing works that will be on display and enjoy the reception!