Be sure to check out the new display at Hume Carnegie "Timber and Talent." The museum building was constructed in 1904, one of 2509 libraries built in the U.S in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries with money donated by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. In 1996, after a
The Union Depot Railroad Museum building is what remains of the original grand 1888 Mendota Railroad Station. However, when the society acquired the site it was virtually an empty shell. Many volunteers spent countless hours restoring the building to its original state with ticket office and waiting
Illinois Valley PADS is joining in the homelessness awareness national event. Register to walk or form a team of walkers for one mile. Everyone is welcome! Coldest Night of the Year is family-friendly where participants range in age from toddlers (with parents of course) to active seniors.
Join ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center for the exhibit ARGIL, a solo exhibition of the work of Daniel Stetzinger. Art Center Hours: Monday & Saturday 10 am to 2 pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10 am to 4 pm
The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between
Cindy Crosby, author of "Chasing Dragonflies: A Natural, Cultural, and Personal History" and "The Tallgrass Prairie: An Introduction", both from Northwestern University Press Discover the fascinating and bizarre lives of these prairie fliers—with plenty of group fun and lively interaction during the presentation. From their unusual life
The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between
Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with 100% pure maple syrup. See maple syrup making in the sugar shack, tree tapping demonstrations, and guided hikes through the sugar bush. Breakfast will be available for the entire length of the program with scheduled tours of the sugar shack, tree
Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with 100% pure maple syrup. See maple syrup making in the sugar shack, tree tapping demonstrations, and guided hikes through the sugar bush. Breakfast will be available for the entire length of the program with scheduled tours of the sugar shack, tree
Make it a shopping Saturday at Romeoville’s annual Springtide Craft Show! In its 20th year the craft show will showcase many different crafters with products including; candles, jewelry, embroidery, floral arrangements, pet accessories, and more. Free admission and parking will be provided at the event. Concessions will
34th Annual Lemont Bands Dinner Dance On Saturday, March 9, 2024, the award-winning Lemont High School Band program will host its 34th Annual Lemont Bands Dinner Dance at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club. Event is open to friends, family, Lemont and beyond! Dinner, dancing, raffles, cash bar. The Sounds of
The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between
The North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) invites you to attend one of four open house events to learn about potential locations for passenger rail stations. The purpose of these events is to introduce potential rail station locations for a proposed new passenger rail corridor between
Join us for a brand new event which supports the collections and exhibits department! Guests will get special access to view artifacts that are not currently on display in the museum, and a special program by the museum's Collections Staff. Tickets are $50, and it is a
For our inaugural event, we'll be exploring the history of Lockport High School's Central Campus! This iconic Lockport landmark dates back to 1909 and has ushered generations of Porters through its storied halls. The banquet room and bar open at 6:30pm. The presentation begins at 7pm. What
This year’s Shamrockin’ event will celebrate Irish culture from across the pond, our neighbor Chicago, and right here in Joliet! It will include live artists performing both traditional and contemporary Irish music, along with Irish dancers, bagpipers, and many others. New to the lineup, and headlining, will
We are excited to spread the news about our upcoming collaboration project release party! Join the Village of Lemont, the Lemont Artists Guild, Lemont Writers Guild, and the Art and Culture Commission for the Stories of Lemont Zine Release party! The 150th Anniversary Zine is dedicated to
As the sun sets, the male woodcock makes his way to the edge of a field and prepares for his extraordinary courtship performance. Normally timid and elusive, the woodcock is readily observed during the early spring breeding season, when he leaves the safety and cover of the
Join the LaSalle County Historical Society at Bruce & Ollies for a special history presentation on the Illinois & Michigan Canal in LaSalle County! On hand will also be local artifacts from the museum's archives on the I & M Canal. $10 donation, includes small coffee or scoop of ice
Museum collections work is always a challenge. Protecting artifacts and archives is never easy. But how does one protect and preserve a rapidly deteriorating collection in a historic site that was abandoned for 20 years, has suffered multiple fires, water leaks and worst of all, vandalism? Join
Death of a Gangster' - Join the Dunn family for the mafia wedding of the century! Don your best 1920's wedding attire for the Don and his goons. This show will have you in stitches...especially if you're a snitch. $60 per person admission, space is limited! Includes
Dr. Pam Hunte Anthropologist, Vice President Midewin Heritage Association Midewin lands were once farms, and later, an arsenal. The Midewin Heritage Association has conducted interviews with people who lived and worked here. Come hear the memories of local farm families, arsenal workers, and military staff as they
Romeoville Recreation Center Annual Bunny Bash The Romeoville Recreation Center is already planning its annual Bunny Bash to help welcome the spring season. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 22 at the rec center, 900 W. Romeo Road. The Bunny Bash
Easter egg hunt will begin at 9 A.M. at Liberty Estates located at 1107 31st Street. Following the egg hunt breakfast will be offered along with photo opportunities with the bunny!
Just a sneak peak of the fun that is coming our way. We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on March 23rd at 11! Please stay tuned for more details.