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Karaoke Night
2025-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | The Twisted Pin, 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, 60544, United States
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar!
Start your weekend on a high note with delicious food, a self-serve beer wall, craft cocktails, and awesome giveaways!
Don’t miss out on the fun – bring your friends and let’s make some unforgettable memories!

Beginner Stained Glass Workshop
2025-11-14 17:30 - 20:30 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Create your own beautiful stained glass art. Learn how to cut & break glass as you create your own project using the copper foil method. The session will deal with type & quality of glass, appropriate tools, cutting techniques and assembling. Each person will leave the class with a completed stained glass piece, you will choose between a selection of 3-4 pieced templates. Holiday templates will be available!Preregistration required.10 seats available.Age 10 and up. $95 per person. *All sales final.

Craft Beer & Beverage Tasting at the Museum
2025-11-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Joliet Area History Museum, 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Join us at the Museum’s Indoor Auditorium on Friday, November 14th from 5:30-9pm and sample over 35 hand crafted beers, ciders, seltzers & more!There will be local and regional craft brewers on hand to share their products and knowledge. Attending brewers and brews will be posted soon on facebook!Admission just $28 for general public or $25 for museum members, and includes hot appetizers, unlimited beer/beverage sampling, prizes, raffles, and access to the Museum exhibits & galleries. Phil Angotti will be on hand to play music by The Beatles, Stones, John Lennon, Tom Petty & more!Registration/Info at www.jolietmuseum.org or call 815-723-5201. Museum located at 204 N. Ottawa St. in downtown Joliet. Free parking available across from Museum, and all street parking free after 5pm. Event sponsored by D’Arcy Motors, Kozol Bros., Inc., & Heineken USA.

Let's Talk Turkey!
2025-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
It’s the holiday season! Chances are good that you’ll feast on turkey sometime soon.
This program will provide you with turkey talking points so you can get through those celebratory meals without having to resort to talking about the weather. You’ll learn natural history, fun facts and what makes a wild turkey different from a farm-raised turkey.
The program will start indoors and end outdoors with an activity and a short hike in search of the perfect wild turkey habitat.
Registration required by Friday, Nov. 14: 815-722-4121. Ages 8 and older.

Wrap Pants Workshop
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Wrapped Pants Workshop with Jacqueline JoAnn. All Materials ProvidedCome join us for a fun and creative sewing class where you’ll make your very own reversible wrapped pants! These stylish and comfortable pants are perfect for lounging, layering, or showing off your unique flairand the best part? They’re reversible, so it’s like getting two pants in one!Taught by the talented Jacqueline JoAnn, this 3-hour class is perfect for confident beginners or seasoned makers looking for a fresh project. You’ll have access to a variety of fabrics to suit your personal style, and all materials are included. These adjustable pants can be made to fit sizes xs-xl.By the end of the session, youll walk away with a finished pair of wrapped pants youll be proud to wear. Come sew, laugh, and create something fun together!*If you have a fabric machine please bring yours with you. Price per person $55.

Yoga & a Hike
2025-11-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, 60410, United States
Start the day off right with yoga and a hike!
This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails.
Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration required by Saturday, Nov. 15: 815-722-9470.

Deer Tail & Trails
2025-11-16 15:30 - 17:00 | Hammel Woods, Black Rd. east of Rte 59, Shorewood, IL, 60404, United States
How much do you know about Illinois’ state mammal, the white-tailed deer?
Join a naturalist to examine different parts of deer and their current and historical uses. We will then hit the trails to look for sights and signs of deer.
Registration required by Friday, Nov. 14: 815-722-4121.
All ages. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Introduction to Digital Art
2025-11-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
*Please note- you will need to bring your own iPad with the Procreate app downloaded for this class. Having an Apple Pencil will make the activities easier but is not 100% necessary. Please make sure all devices are charged before class.*Have you downloaded the Procreate app excited to try your hand at digital art, but got overwhelmed seeing all the tools and options available? Unlock the potential of your creativity with this class! We will introduce you to the Procreate interface, gesture controls, and some other helpful tools to get you comfortable with creating your own digital art pieces. Price per person $35. Class limit of 6.

Breakfast with the Birds
2025-11-20 08:00 - 09:30 | Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, 60410, United States
Start your morning with an unparalleled view of the Four Rivers bird feeders!
View the resident birds and new winter arrivals indoors from the exhibit room and the Grand Hall. Enjoy provided warm beverages and muffins. Need more than a muffin? Bring your breakfast. A naturalist will give a brief talk about the visitors at the feeders and will be on hand to discuss all the birds that come and go throughout the morning.
Registration required by Tuesday, Nov. 18: 815-722-9470.
Ages 12 or older.

Craft + Chill
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Settle in for a relaxing evening of creativity at Craft + Chill: Painting & Drawing, a laid-back night designed for anyone who loves to make art in good company.Well have a variety of materials ready for you canvases, tote bags, wood pieces, and more to paint on plus drawing supplies and still life objects to inspire you. Whether youre splashing color on a canvas, sketching something from your imagination, or experimenting with new materials, this is your space to create freely.Theres no lesson or pressure just a chill night to paint, draw, and unwind alongside other creative souls in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Price per person $35. All supplies provided. BYOB for guests 21 and over.

Brad Williams "The Growth Spurt Tour"
2025-11-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. Williams started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, routinely selling out prestigious venues all over the country and world.

Wild Child
2025-11-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
Answer the call of your wild child by getting outside with this monthly nature-themed program geared toward children ages 3 to 5.
Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more!
The last Friday of each month we will have something new for you and your child to explore while getting a little dirt on those hands and knees.
Registration required by Thursday, Nov. 20: 815-722-4121.
Ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Christmas Walk Weekend Presented by the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce
2025-11-21 10:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Princeton, 2 Main St., Princeton, IL, 61356, United States
Let Princeton be your destination of choice to help find those perfect Christmas gifts this holiday season!

Our fabulous retailers will be open late until 7:00 pm or later on Friday evening, 4:00 pm or later on Saturday, and open Sunday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Please check store’s Facebook pages for their specific hours of operation during the holiday season as many will have extended hours and days leading up to Christmas!

Gallery Reception for the Ottawa Art League
2025-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Meet the artists! This is a free event open to everyone, come see the work from artists of the Ottawa Art League. Free to attend. Refreshments and appetizers provided.

Moon Celebration
2025-11-21 18:00 - 20:00 | The Rock & Soul, 229 S. Clark St., North Utica, IL, 61373, United States
On November 5th, the sky gifted us with a shimmering spectacle. The full “Beaver Moon” rises, shining a little brighter and closer than usual. This November full moon is also a supermoon, appearing larger and brighter than typical!

There’s something deeply magical about this lunar energy right now, which is why we want to invite you to join us for a special experience November 21st, at The Rock and Soul – Utica, IL!
Join us for our upcoming Moon Ceremony at The Rock and Soul. As the year begins to wind down, this gathering invites us to let go of what no longer serves and open our hearts to clarity, peace, and alignment.

RSVP to (815) 228-1983 for the November 21st Moon Ceremony at 6:00 PM or purchase your tickets at Eventbrite.

It Must Be Christmas - An Acoustic Event with Chris Young
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
A professed fan of all things Christmas, Chris Young is excited to announce his first-ever holiday tour – “It Must Be Christmas – An Acoustic Evening with Chris Young.”
Praised as “one of the genre’s most beloved performers”, Young will be sharing the spirit of the season with his live take on holiday classics featured on his It Must Be Christmas album.
“Christmas is probably my favorite holiday,” shares Young. “Music was always heavily tied to the spirit of the season for me, so I can’t wait to celebrate that feeling with everyone out on the road this year!”
With special guest Marynn Taylor!

Christmas Walk Weekend Presented by the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce
2025-11-22 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-11-23 11:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Princeton, 2 Main St., Princeton, IL, 61356, United States
Shopping, Heartland Bank sponsored Carriage Rides, Hot Cocoa & Cookies provided by New Hope Church,

Extended Shopping Hours and Special Events:

Christkindlmarkt
November 22nd | Open Prairie Church | 9:30AM-2PM

Handmade for the Holidays
November 22nd 10AM-4PM & 23rd 12PM-4PM
Artisan Market at Prairie Arts Center Gallery

Visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus & Greenery Sales
November 22nd & 23rd | Prouty Building | 11AM-2PM

Bureau County History Center Holiday Open House
November 22nd | Clark-Norris Museum | 12PM-5PM

Princeton Commemorative Christmas Mug Sale
presented by Midland States Bank
November 22nd & 23rd | Prouty Building | 11AM-2PM

Trolley Hours 11 am – 4 pm

Celebrate Water Weekend
2025-11-22 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, 60410, United States
This program will be offered Saturday, Nov. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 23.
Program hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The State of Water: Our Most Valuable Resource is here at Four Rivers!
Come check out this fantastic exhibit and then with a renewed appreciation for water head to our Grand Hall to discover even more!
There will be multiple stations using science or art to explore some of waters magical properties.
All ages.

Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience!
2025-11-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium—has touched the lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most. Now, Joliet fans will get their chance at healing when the acclaimed medium and beloved personality appears live at the Rialto!
Known for her unique ability to communicate with those who have passed on, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans as Spirit guides her through the audience, and a full-stage video display ensures that everyone in the theater has an up-close experience regardless of seat location. Through personal life stories, candid humor, and intimate details about her gift to communicate with those who have passed, the beloved television personality and best-selling author delivers healing messages to her audience, reassuring them with the revelation that their deceased loved ones are still with them, just in a different way.
“The Experience isn’t about believing in mediums. It’s about seeing something life-changing,” says Theresa Caputo. “It’s witnessing first-hand spirit communication.”

50 Years to Overnight Success: The History of the Lockport National Historic District 1975 - 2025
2025-11-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Gaylord Building, Lockport, 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, 60441, United States
A New Chapter in Lockport’s Story Begins.
Join us this for the opening reception of our newest exhibit, 50 Years to Overnight Success: The Story of the Lockport National Historic District. This exhibit tells the story of how a city once marked by neglect and decay transformed itself through community grit, visionary leadership, and a fierce love of history. Featuring the artwork of Bob Morris, architect and preservationist, this exhibit blends historic research with Morris’s bold illustrations that breathe new life into Lockport’s most iconic buildings.
Meet the artist, mingle with fellow history lovers, and help us celebrate the people and projects that renewed Lockport’s downtown.
The exhibit will remain on display through March 2026. But the best way to experience it? With a drink in hand, surrounded by good company, on a crisp fall afternoon.

Hot Wax Batik & Paper Bead Making Workshop
2025-11-23 13:30 - 15:30 | Open Space Art Gallery & Studios, 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
Beeswax batik with canting pens and natural dyes on both paper and fabric. We will make paper/wax (porcelain looking) beads while our dyed fabrics dry. Take home a gift worthy necklace, at least one batik bookmark, two or more greeting cards with envelopes and/or one cube shaped batik gift box. Ages 16 and older. $65 per person. All materials included.

Home Free: Let Me Come Home Tour
2025-11-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
This winter, all-vocal country sensation Home Free invites you to celebrate the season with their heartwarming holiday tour, Let Me Come Home – named after their touching original track from their 2024 holiday album, Any Kind of Christmas.
Known for their jaw-dropping harmonies, signature country charm, and a uniquely festive spirit, Home Free brings audiences a seasonal experience like no other. Featuring Rob Lundquist, Adam Rupp, Tim Foust, Adam Chance, and new member Adam Bell-Bastien, this extraordinary group has taken the world by storm with over 720,000 album equivalents sold, 830+ million views on YouTube, and 1.8 million subscribers — earning the title of “Country music fans’ favorite a cappella group” (Taste of Country).

Thanksgiving Break Unlimited Indoor Attractions Wristband
2025-11-24 12:00 - 2025-11-28 20:00 | Haunted Trails Amusement Park & Picnic Grove, 1423 N. Broadway St., Joliet, 60435, United States
Enjoy 3 hours of UNLIMITED Indoor Fun on Laser Tag, Monster Hop and Bone Shaker rides for only $25/guest! Available 11/24/25 through 11/28/25.
(Closed Thanksgiving Day).
Certain restrictions apply.
See website for details!

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
2025-11-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
TCG Entertainment, the leading producer of live entertainment, announces its all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland tour to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada. A must-see holiday event and beloved tradition for families everywhere, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland launches with two tours on Nov. 19 in Ottumwa, Iowa and Nov. Nov. 25 in Rochester, Minnesota before traveling to more than 80 cities across the U. S. and Canada.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland 2025 will have all-new costumes, new music and even more spectacular cirque acts, making this year’s show the most ethereal and breathtaking in its 16 years of inspiring holiday joy. Popular V.I.P. experience tickets are available in select markets for guests to go behind the scenes to meet cast members, pose for photos with props and more.

Teddy Bear Tea
2025-11-28 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-11-28 12:30 - 14:30 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, 60432, United States
The Rialto Square Theatre holiday tradition continues. Young and old alike will enjoy this family tradition featuring a delicious brunch buffet and family fun complete with a special appearance by St. Nick himself and a keepsake teddy bear. A ticket is required for all in attendance and space will fill up quickly!

Light Up The Light Festival & Parade
2025-11-28 10:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Joliet, Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Join Downtown Joliet in this annual holiday event that includes the North Pole Christmas Market, the North Pole Park, horse-drawn carriage rides, tree lighting, visits with Santa, fireworks, downtown business specials and activities, and of course, the parade!
This is a FREE event for the entire family.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, the University of St. Francis!

Hometown Holiday Tree Lighting & Light Parade
2025-11-28 17:30 - 20:00 | Pontiac Courthouse Square, 112 W. Madison St., Pontiac, IL, 61764, United States
Join us to celebrate the holiday season at the annual Hometown Holiday celebration on Friday, November 28th! Starting the festivities is the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony starting at 5:30PM on Washington Street, south of the historic Livingston County Courthouse. The ceremony will include a performance by the PTHS Madrigals and announcements of the WinterFest 2025 Tree Sponsors. Follow the announcements is the Light Parade, which will kick off at 6:05PM throughout Downtown Pontiac. The parade route will begin at the 1st Lutheran Church Parking Lot and continue to Washington Street, where each float will be announced as they pass. Floats will continue from Main to Madison Street and end in the County Market Parking Lot.
