Moving around on one giant foot, looking through retractable tentacles and chewing leaves with thousands of teeth, slugs are fascinating creatures. Head to OHara Woods for a slow stroll through the woods in hopes of spotting some of these slimy mollusks. Registration required by Saturday, July 18:
Join us for Summer Socials at Duncan Manor — a weekly outdoor gathering designed to bring our community together through local makers, live music, food, and shared experiences on the grounds of our historic estate. Admission is free to $10.
Sensory Friendly Night. Food trucks by Big B BBQ and Diddough's Pretzels. Enjoy some baseball! Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimps vs. Danville Dans. Gates open at 5:35pm, Admission is free.
The History of the I&M Canal is a new 18-panel exhibit now on display in the historic Vintage Room at the I&M Canal Visitor Center. It features original illustrations by Tom Willcockson, acclaimed artist and author of Passage to Chicago: A Journey on the Illinois & Michigan
STORYTIME is the best morning on the farm. YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the farm animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season! Want more time on the farm after? We have
Join the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp Baseball Team Players for Swimming and Pizza at the Illinois Valley YMCA. Kids Club members Free. $5 for kids and $20 per family.
Jeeps and 4x4 Night. 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
Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs for a night of: - Live music - Food & refreshments - Summer fun - Family-friendly entertainment Can't wait to see you there! Can't make it in person? Watch the concert live on Bolingbrook Community Television.
Join us for a weekend of fun and excitement celebrating the heritage of Wilmington. Get ready to immerse yourself in live music, delicious food, thrilling rides, and so much more. Let us take you on a journey through the heart of Illinois, where the community comes together
In its second year, Chicago Street Markets continues to collaborate with the Village of New Lenox to expand the New Lenox Farmers Market, offering more variety from local farmers, growers, makers and bakers.
Enjoy the sounds of Cadillac Groove on the Courthouse Lawn!! Mark your calendars for great music, good company, and fun evenings in Downtown Morris. Whether you're into classic hits, country, rock, blues, or something in between, there is something for everyone!
Food truck by Naiho Eggrolls. Enjoy some baseball! Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimps vs. Normal Cornbelters. Gates open at 5:35 pm. Admission is free.
Grab y our family and friends and enjoy the sounds of Rockhouse!! Enjoy the summer while it lasts! Concessions will be open. Playground open to general public. Cooler and bags allowed, subject to inspection. No glass bottles. No smoking. No littering. No pets or animals. Disorderly conduct is prohibited.
Need your fix of DANCE MUSIC, 80’s, 90’s, COUNTRY, 2000 -Today? Put your dancing shoes on! Charlie Foxtrot is BRINGING IT! Re-experience the first soundtracks of your lives with CHARLIE FOXTROT and the glory days of the mix tape. The Soiree is a crowd favorite with live music, dancing,
Start the evening with a comfortable stroll in the savanna. After visiting the unique plants and animals along the trail, set up your favorite camping chair with your choice of beverage (beer and wine only, please) to let the sun set and the crepuscular animals come out
Join us for a weekend of fun and excitement celebrating the heritage of Wilmington. Get ready to immerse yourself in live music, delicious food, thrilling rides, and so much more. Let us take you on a journey through the heart of Illinois, where the community comes together
Our markets celebrate local creativity and entrepreneurship while bringing unique, handcrafted goods and fresh, locally sourced products to the heart of our community. Since 2023, Chicago Street Markets has partnered with municipalities, park districts, and private spaces to plan and manage events of all sizes.
This exhibit features a vast collection of restored glass plate negatives and vintage photography equipment from local Princeton photographer Henry William Immke. Special Services: Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact: Private appointments
Held in the heart of downtown, Jammin' at the Clock brings energy and rhythm to one of Streator's most recognizable gathering spaces. With music filling Heritage Park and businesses nearby, its a vibrant way to experience downtown while enjoying live entertainment in an intimate, welcoming setting. Whether
Paint the Park Pink Night presented by Illinois CancerCare. Specialty Pink Jersey. Food trucks by Camp Aramoni and Tropical Sno Twi Rivers. Enjoy some baseball! Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimps vs. Danville Dans.Gates open at 5:35 pm. Admission is free.
The Righteous Hillbillies are a rock 'n' roll band launching a revival of the Southern spirit of blues boogie, soul groove, along with the energy of rock 'n' roll power! Playing a mix of of Southern Rock and Americana, their live shows will blow you away! Influenced
This exhibit features a vast collection of restored glass plate negatives and vintage photography equipment from local Princeton photographer Henry William Immke. Special Services: Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact: Private appointments
Join us for a weekend of fun and excitement celebrating the heritage of Wilmington. Get ready to immerse yourself in live music, delicious food, thrilling rides, and so much more. Let us take you on a journey through the heart of Illinois, where the community comes together
The Trackside Farmers Market is a curated, locally driven market dedicated to supporting farmers, makers, bakers, and growers while elevating small businesses. Through a partnership between Chicago Street Markets and the City of Lockport, the market brings a diverse selection of fresh produce, artisan foods, handcrafted goods,
One of Downtown Morris' favorite summer traditions is back! Join us for our Annual Sidewalk Sales, where local shops bring their best end-of-summer deals out to the sidewalks. Stroll through downtown and discover racks of final summer styles, seasonal goodies, and special clearance finds at unbeatable prices.