Singer-songwriters Jonelle Marie and Terry Carter combine smooth harmonies and deep, soul-stirring lyrics and are featured in a rare duo show at Star Union Spirits. Jonelle Marie broke onto the airways in 2004 with her first album Listen receiving over 200,000 downloads of her first single, Not
Kick off the weekend with a performance by Grace & Johnny at Digs. Weather permitting, catch them outside on the patio.
The Red Roses - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 - Doors Open at 6:15pm. Show starts at 7:00pm. Admission: $12 - Museum Members $14 - General Public
Get ready to rock out this summer at The Forge's Rockin' the Quarries concert series! The Mount at The Forge will be transformed into a concert venue. For more information and tickets, visit the Forge's event page. Don't miss out on this summer's hottest concert!
Come early, stay late!!! Food starts at 6:30, music at 7:00. Accepting donations of toiletries for Guardian Angel & Homeless Veterans of Will County.
Bats have long been the subject of lore and myth. Separate fact from fiction as evening twilight descends upon the woodland then embark on a guided night hike to discover the diversity of bat species in Will County. Bat sounds undetected by human hearing will be revealed
Jeff Manfredini – Pop, Rock, Folk, & Country 60's to present. Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 8-11 pm.
Join the fight for Alzheimer's! Join us for the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's Illinois Valley on September 7th at Jordan Block. We hope you'll join us as we take to the streets of Ottawa to spread awareness and raise funds for those impacted by Alzheimer's and
For the second program in our backpacking series, it's time to start training! Learn how to pack your backpack and train with all that weight on your back. Let's get out on the I&M Canal State Trail for a 5-mile training hike on paved and limestone trails.
Reenactments of Civil War, World I, World War II and Viet Nam battles. Tickets and more information visit the lockport pak website $10 Adults, $5 Children 12 & Under, Seniors 55+ & Veterans Sponsored by Citgo and Heidelberg Materials.
Step into the past at Isle a la Cache and experience life in 1750! A costumed interpreter will lead participants in character creation, games, chores and more. How were girls' experiences back then similar to today? How were they different? Experience it for yourself. This program meets
Come on down to Illini State Park on Saturday, September 7 and enjoy a day full of original music made by songwriters and musicians from the Illinois Valley and beyond! All ages, $20 suggested donation to support the artists and benefit Illini State Park's projects. A donation
This year’s festival is open to public ticketholders over the age of 21 and is projected to bring approximately 50 breweries, live musical acts and food vendors to Goold Park. Attendees who are at least 21 years of age and who have pre-purchased a festival pass will
FOOD, MUSIC, FAMILY FUN The Taste of Lemont is a fun, family friendly event. The event will feature some of the best food and beverages the Lemont community can offer, a substantial split the pot raffle, and an 8 p.m. concert from one of Chicagoland’s top cover
Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at 9am and expected time for lunch is 1:30pm. Return to the Lodge at 4:30pm. Board a trolley with a pair of
Join the fun and join the Goosechase! The Take It Outside challenge took Will County by storm in 2023, and all our favorite Goosechasers are welcome back along with new friends for our 2024 challenges! Come out for a seasonal hike for each of this year's campaigns
Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. The Trolley takes you to the Eagle 1 to enjoy an hour long boat ride where you will get to spy the Waterfowl of the Illinois River. The trolley will return you to the Lodge. Reservations
Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout
This new show is a great mix of songs from Country, Rock & Roll and Bluegrass! All songs are very recognizable! Sing along with many of the songs as they bring back great memories and fun times! Audience participation to Shake their Tailfeathers as well as other
Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout
Learn about the National Historic Landmark known as Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor center.
Warbird planes flying across the skies. Come see what model planes can do in Streator.
The truth about Old Joliet Prison is scarier than fiction! Learn about the dark history of Old Joliet Prison. Guided night tours take place at 6:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights through the end of September.
Historian, Larry McClellan, author of Onward to Chicago: Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois (Southern Illinois University Press, 2023), shares untold stories of enslaved people escaping north to Illinois and the Chicago area. McClellan's research explores multiple escape routes, including the pivotal role of
Flashlight Tour of Old Joliet Prison!
