The weather outside is frightful, but our ice fest will be delightful! With 20+ magical, one-of-a-kind ice sculptures placed throughout Downtown, you can spend the day in Lemont seeing them all and shopping our local businesses! Help us ring in the new year with our 4th Annual Ice
1/2 Price Hot Dog Tuesdays! $1.60 hot dogs, add chili & cheese for just .50 Every Tuesday in January at the iconic Polk-A-Dot!
Allen Matza, Search and Rescue Division Chief, Will County Emergency Management Agency Whether you're part of the search team or the one being searched for it's crucial to stay ready for any weather scenario. In this discussion, we'll delve into the challenges faced during winter searches. We’ll
The Growing Up X exhibition explores the toys, technologies and cultural touchstones surrounding Gen Xers in their childhood. Museum visitors will see items familiar to anyone who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s, from telephones with cords, record and cassette players, and an Apple IIe computer
Mortimer Brewster is living a happy life: he has a steady job at a prominent New York newspaper, he's just become engaged, and he gets to visit his sweet spinster aunts to announce the engagement. Mortimer always knew that his family had a bit of a mad
What is Heritage Harbor parkrun, Ottawa? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes place at Heritage Harbor, 2 Great Loop West,
Eagle Watch Weekend is a two-day, family-friendly event (9am to 4pm both days). Open to the public - Free admission. Events take place at several locations in the Starved Rock area. Saturday, January 27th: 9 AM - 4 PM Sunday, January 28th: 9 AM - 4 PM
One man’s junk is another man’s treasure so come on out and find yours (if you only want to shop and not sell) Let’s give this a whirl! We welcome you to come sell your unwanted goods on January 27th!! We have a limited amount of spots.
Give JOY today, restore HOPE for tomorrow! Jump in for Wishes at the Make a Wish Illinois Penguin Plunge! This crazy fun winter fundraiser supports wish granting for local children with critical illnesses. Grab a team & pick a theme, or join as an individual plunger. All
Join us for a guided bus tour through Chicago, where Lemont limestone (otherwise known as Athen's Marble) has left its mark on architectural treasures. Local historians and authors of Lemont: Images of America Jason Berry and Kevin Barron will be your guides for this bus tour, which
Celebrate International Port Wine Day with a Port Tasting and an additional 15% off!
Hike, dine and drink your way through Camp Aramoni’s historic 96-acre property at our upcoming Hike and Dine Experience! This enhanced culinary tour is the culmination of many wonderful things including delicious food, upscale drink pairings, gorgeous hiking trails and live music. Celebrate the winter season in
Celebrate Galentine's Day with Petals by Peyton and Camp Aramoni! Join us on Friday February 2, 2024 for a cozy evening filled with charcuterie, wine, crafts and laughs. Tickets are $45 per person and include charcuterie, a drink ticket, and all of the materials needed for your
Sip and Shop your way through Downtown Lemont during the Lemont Wine Walk! This self-guided tour features different wine samples thoughtfully curated by BTB Wines.
Winter weather got you feeling a bit gloomy? Looking to connect with nature and people, but wanting to stay warm and comfortable? Come on out to Sugar Creek for an afternoon of nature connection with indoor recreational activities sure to sweep away the chills. Participants will
The trails may be snowy and cold, but the birds will be out. Join other birders as we learn, explore and search for winter residents in the preserve. This hike will highlight birds that spend their winters in Hickory Creek Preserve. Winter is a great time for
Today is National Soup Day! Let's celebrate by learning all about this delicious, slurpy meal. Join us in this short virtual program where we will briefly discuss soup — from its origins to becoming a household staple in everyone's pantry. Open a can of Campbell's and curl
February isn't only the month of Abraham Lincoln's birthday but the 4th happens to be a great day to venture to the park and take in a living history performance and presentation of Lincoln and his involvement with the Illinois and Michigan Canal which happens to flow
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive
We are excited to bring back “Best of the Best,” the renowned gallery exhibition, featuring the works of more than 50 award-winning artists from 12 suburban art organizations. The exhibit allows artists and art lovers an opportunity to view the work of artists who have been recognized
Gary Sullivan, Ph.D., Senior Ecologist, The Wetlands Initiative Jason Pettit, Prairie Glacial Plains Project Manager, The Wetlands Initiative In 2016, we embarked on a journey in partnership with U.S. Forest Service at Midewin and the National Forest Foundation to restore nearly 2,000 acres of highly altered and degraded
This is the Zonta Club of the Joliet Area's annual event in which we raise funds to support local non-profit organizations and young women via scholarships while also supporting Zonta International's global initiatives. At this year's event, enjoy a lovely evening with Creole cuisine, fun New Orleans
“SPECIAL DELIVERY” Concert by TAKE NOTICE Band Indoor theatre concert. Free admission. 7:00 pm show (6:00 pm lobby & cash bar opens) Come celebrate February’s Black History Month with “STAMPED INTO HISTORY” – a 3-day celebration featuring music, dance, live theatre a musical praise service! Be moved
Discover a bit of history and raise a glass with Honest Abe, the tour guide, as you visit 8 historic Lemont downtown hangouts: Tom’s Place, Corner Stone Tavern, 111 Martini Parlour, Hughie McClafferty’s, Canal St. Pub, Matt’s BBQ, Nick’s Tavern and Main Inn. The $30 donation per
Join us for some wine while we test your knowledge of Marvel Movies. Your teams will be quizzed on Marvel Movies, while Sable Creek Winery serves up delicious wines and slushies by the glass. Cheese Plates, Charcuterie Trays, Pretzel Bites, and Smores Charcuterie Trays are available as
