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
Is this your week of Spring Break? Come paint with us! It's a black light, neon PEEPS class. $23 prepay applies. ($2 transaction fee for all electronic payments CC/Venmo) Call to reserve your spot. All materials included. Age 7 and up (adults too). Those younger than age
You saw them on the Kelly Clarkson Show, on WGN TV, in The Chicago Tribune and at Zanies, well now you can see them right here in Ottawa! The Bad Momz of Comedy are hilarious as they share their unique perspectives that may have you laughing at
Whose tracks are in the mud? Join us for the hunt and learn about tracks along the trails. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Sagawau at 630-257-2045.
Watch this rare natural phenomenon here! Telescopes ready for viewing. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
Limestone Stage presents "Good Humor" comedic one-act plays. Enjoy dinner at The Public Landing before the show. Bar service will be available throughout the performance. Tickets are $15.00
Join the Lemont Fire Protection District at one of their upcoming Minutes Matter Open Houses. Facilitating team members and district leadership will provide station tours, information about emergency response times, station locations, the emergency services they provide and more. Then, you will have the opportunity to provide
Limestone Stage presents "Good Humor" comedic one-act plays. Enjoy dinner at The Public Landing before the show. Bar service will be available throughout the performance. Tickets are $15.00
Limestone Stage presents "Good Humor" comedic one-act plays. Enjoy dinner at The Public Landing before the show. Bar service will be available throughout the performance. Tickets are $15.00
This exhibition allows us to observe each artist's ability to capture doorways from their viewpoint. The viewer is given insight into several interpretations of doorways from a variety of doors, arches, and gateways. This exhibition celebrates the allure of portals and the intrigue of what lies beyond.
Get ready for a reel adventure at Papoose Lake! On Saturday, April 13th this event promises a morning of angling excitement for all ages. Registration is free of charge and kicks off bright and early at 8:00 AM, followed by the commencement of fishing at 8:30 AM.
The Grundy County Chamber and Channahon Minooka Chamber of Commerce are gearing up for Family Fest 2024, a family-centered business expo showcasing the programs, products and services available throughout the area! This event is presented free of charge thanks to our sponsors and attracts families from in and around Grundy County.
Join the Lemont Fire Protection District at one of their upcoming Minutes Matter Open Houses. Facilitating team members and district leadership will provide station tours, information about emergency response times, station locations, the emergency services they provide and more. Then, you will have the opportunity to
Experience a Roman Catholic Mass presided over by famous Jesuit priest and explorer Pere Jacques Marquette! Join Fr Tom Koys (as Pere Marquette) and the Canal Corridor Association at one of the most historic churches in the region: St James at Sag Bridge. This holy place is
Join the Lemont Fire Protection District at one of their upcoming Minutes Matter Open Houses. Facilitating team members and district leadership will provide station tours, information about emergency response times, station locations, the emergency services they provide and more. Then, you will have the opportunity to provide
Route 66 is turning 100 years old! Join us for History Happy Hour, when Greg Peerbolte leads a discussion on the history of the first hundred miles of Rt. 66. General Admission: Free
Join us for a folktale recited by a librarian from the LaGrange Park Library as we walk and discuss the importance of these misunderstood flying mammals. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
Please join Abe Lincoln and the Canal Corridor Association as they celebrate the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. Hear "Abraham Lincoln" extol the virtues of the I&M Canal and tell the stories that led to its creation. Mr. Lincoln (Kevin Woods) was a
Please join Abe Lincoln and the Canal Corridor Association as they celebrate the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. Hear "Abraham Lincoln" extol the virtues of the I&M Canal and tell the stories that led to its creation. Mr. Lincoln (Kevin Woods) was a
Join the Canal Corridor Association in celebrating the closing of the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal. Let's all raise a glass to a job well done! Join the Canal Corridor Association and your colleagues throughout the National Heritage Area in celebrating the closing of the 175th
Mark Lach, creative producer of Titanic, The Exhibition reflects on his exciting and emotional dive to the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean and the wreck of the RMS Titanic. Lach will also take you on his creative journey, bringing the real story of Titanic to millions around the world
Visit The Tackle Box bait shop to get a bucket and a picker; receive a gift for participating. Free, all ages.
Art activities, scavenger hunts, food chain demonstrations, and free plant giveaways will delight visitors. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
Join us to celebrate the end of the Spring 2024 Season! $25 per person Includes: 2 hours of cosmic bowling, shoe rental, pizza & pop Grab your tickets to the Team Raffle Baskets - 15 tickets for $20!
Visit The Tackle Box bait shop to get a bucket and a picker; receive a gift for participating. Free, all ages.
Annual Spring Clean-Up Claim Your Section Of The Canal Trails! The Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail is 62 miles from Rockdale (Joliet) to LaSalle and is a popular recreational trail utilized by hikers, bikers, and joggers. After the long winter, debris and litter descend upon the
Join the Lemont Fire Protection District at one of their upcoming Minutes Matter Open Houses. Facilitating team members and district leadership will provide station tours, information about emergency response times, station locations, the emergency services they provide and more. Then, you will have the opportunity to provide feedback
Join atmospheric scientists Matt Tuftedal and Paytsar Muradyan as they share insights into changing weather, climate studies, and their work with Argonne’s Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) project. CROCUS deploys cutting-edge scientific instruments across the region to measure temperature, wind speed, air quality, soil
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.
A fun performance featuring the vast musical library of Brooklyn's 2 favorite singer-songwriters Neil Diamond and Barry Manilow. Tickets can be purchased by check for $45 by calling Janet at 815.893.9202. Tickets purchased by credit card will be $48 per person. Ticket includes lunch, tax, gratuity and
Don’t miss the April Pioneers Meeting on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 at Noon. Pioneers is a community event and is open to the public. We have a wonderful guest speaker at the April Pioneers meeting. Ron Marketti will give a presentation on the Civil War. Ron will have
Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners! August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings. Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley
Join Lotus Vibrations for this healing Sound Journey and Gong Wash Experience as we plant new seeds of health, prosperity, love and forgiveness and welcome the renewal of life. Take time for yourself to clear the old mindset, release what no longer serves you, and shift into
Visit The Tackle Box bait shop to get a bucket and a picker; receive a gift for participating. Free, all ages.
An expert historian takes you to 5 unique stops along the I & M Canal from Lockport to Ottawa. Experience the rich history of the canal towns, hear extraordinary stories, discover fun facts and enjoy springtime! $50 per person - Register by April 12 by calling (708)
Visit The Tackle Box bait shop to get a bucket and a picker; receive a gift for participating. Free, all ages.
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, May 1, to Friday, May 31. Preserve hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. Take part in the inaugural Four Rivers bird photography competition! Submit your picture of a migratory bird at McKinley Woods for a chance to win a gift certificate
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, May 1, to Friday, May 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Enjoy this monthlong celebration of our migratory birds! Festivities will include ongoing crafts, family-friendly activities and hands-on exploration of
LEARN, HUNT, BUY...MOREL MUSHROOMS during Ottawa's Midwest Morel Fest. We're excited to welcome back this beloved annual, one-day event in Ottawa, IL. This unique festival offers everything mushrooms from the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! Join us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you