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Illinois Watercolor Society Member Exhibition
The Illinois Watercolor Society was established in 1981, committed to promoting and encouraging the pursuit of excellence in water-based media throughout Illinois. Since that time, IWS has grown from a small group of painters to a nationally-recognized watercolor society with members stretching from Vermont to California. Today,
Prairie Companion
Prairie Companion features artwork and specimens from the Illinois State Museum collection that highlight aspects of prairie ecology and how our actions have consequence for prairie survival. Presented in conjunction with Philip Juras’ exhibit celebrating the wide views of prairie preserves, this exhibition considers individual species and details
Lemont Township Scarecrow Trail
Take a walk through the Lemont Heritage & Woodland Sanctuary to see all the Scarecrow Contestants!!
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Olivia Newton-John Tribute Lunch Show
Olivia Newton-John Tribute Lunch Show
September 26th is Olivia's birthday! Celebrate the life and music of the one and only Olivia Newton-John! From her early hits to her "Sandy" tunes from the hit movie musical Grease and beyond, this is a fun musical tribute for any "Hopelessly Devoted" Olivia Newton-John fan! Have
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History of the I&M Canal
History of the I&M Canal
Join the Grundy County Historical Society & Museum with their first program for the year at the Morris Municipal Building. Jill Jackson with the Department of Natural Resources will be talking about the history of the I&M Canal and will also provide an update on the
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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ILLIART 2023
A juried exhibition of 2D and 3D art for visual artists of Illinois. Theme: TIME Special thanks to Angel Ambrose Fine Art Studio for inspiring this year's theme.
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Evolution of the Modern Zombie
Evolution of the Modern Zombie
Join Scott Kenemore, best-selling author of "Zombie Illinois," on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Haitian mysticism through its evolutions in pop culture to the ravenous zombies of today.
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Forge On! With the Scouts!
Join us for a Scouting Adventure of epic proportions! Announcing Forge On! Scouting Adventure: On September 30, Three Fires Council's main Scouting Adventure will take place with various activities and a Scout show for the ages. Hosted at The Forge: Lemont Quarries, this event will run from
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Paranormal Access Events returns to Illinois's Most Haunted Pr*son!! Hosted by Chris Fleming, international paranormal investigator and medium from TV's HELP! My house is haunted, the Telly Award Winning The Curse of Lizzie Borden, and the international hit series for Discovery+, Haunted Scotland with Gail Porter, and
Camping without Limits
In partnership with Adaptive Adventures, join an overnight event geared for individuals with physical disabilities, their families and friends. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Register at https://adaptiveadventures.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/adaptiveadventures/event.jsp?event=77383. COST: Free CONTACT: (708)771-1573or [email protected]
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Lemont Quarrymen vs. Chicago Salmon Vintage Base Ball Game
Lemont Quarrymen vs. Chicago Salmon Vintage Base Ball Game
The Lemont Quarrymen battle the Chicago Salmon as they play base ball by the rules of the 1860s. Don't miss out on the fun and the historical interpretation! Food and refreshments are offered.
Lemont’s Historically Haunted Bus Tour
Lemont’s Historically Haunted Bus Tour
Join the Lemont Area Historical Society for a spine-tingling journey though the eerie history of Lemont. Discover the untold stories and ghostly legends that linger within the town's most haunted buildings and sites. Are you brave enough to venture into the unknown? Bring your own BOOze. (Adult
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Little Red Schoolhouse Arts and Craft Fair
Little Red Schoolhouse Arts and Craft Fair
At the 58th Annual Arts and Craft Fair, art, of all styles, will be sold by artists inspired by nature! Don't miss it!
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Arts & Craft Fair at the Little Red Schoolhouse
Arts & Craft Fair at the Little Red Schoolhouse
Join The Little Red Schoolhouse for their Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by nature. Entrance by shuttle bus only. Shuttle busses will be at Pioneer Woods which is a little east of Willow Springs Road on 107th
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path through Water
Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path through Water
Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path Through Water, is a one act, one person play written and performed by Jim Healy, in honor of the 350th anniversary of the voyage of Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet down the Mississippi River. Their four month voyage began May 17th,
6 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
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Olde English Faire
Olde English Faire
The Olde English Faire is Celebrating 50 years in 2023! Join us for merriment and revelry at the Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center. The Faire will feature live performances, food trucks, artisan vendors selling handmade wares, Vikings, royalty, horses, jesters, merriment, dancing, castle tours, and much more!
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Volunteer Workday at the Santa Fe Prairie
Volunteer Workday at the Santa Fe Prairie
Volunteers wanted for restoration of this very rare prairie. Help with invasive species plant removal, brush clearing & grounds beautification. Volunteers are needed to join us for a morning of fun, learning and a little elbow grease! No experience necessary! Wear sturdy shoes, long pants, a light
Free Public Interpretative Tours of the Chicago Portage
Free Public Interpretative Tours of the Chicago Portage
The Chicago Portage was an ancient portage that connected the Great Lakes waterway system with the Mississippi River system. Connecting these two great water trails meant comparatively easy access from the mouth of the St Lawrence River on the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, and the
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Olde English Faire
Olde English Faire
The Olde English Faire is Celebrating 50 years in 2023! Join us for merriment and revelry at the Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center. The Faire will feature live performances, food trucks, artisan vendors selling handmade wares, Vikings, royalty, horses, jesters, merriment, dancing, castle tours, and much more!
Lemont Art on the Green
Lemont Art on the Green
An Arts Festival celebrating Arts and Humanities Month Featuring: Fiber Art – Betty Burian Kirk Synesthesia Abstract Painting and Illustration – Rossa Crean Photography – Lisa Beth Kochanski Watercolor Painting – John Howard Nature Photography – Penny Shnay Wheel Thrown and Sculptural Pottery, Painting and Collage –
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
5 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
7 events,
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I&M Canal History Tour
I&M Canal History Tour
The expert historian will take you to 5 unique stops along the I&M Canal National Heritage Area from Lockport to Ottawa. Experience the rich history of the canal towns, hear extraordinary stories, discover fun facts and enjoy the fall colors! $50 per person Register by 9/29/23 by
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Mazon Creek Fossil Day
Mazon Creek Fossil Day
The Mazon Creek fossil beds are a conservation lagerstätte found near Morris, in Grundy County, Illinois. The fossils are preserved in ironstone concretions, formed approximately 309 million years ago in the mid-Pennsylvanian epoch of the Carboniferous period. Displays of Mazon Creek Fossils. Books on Mazon Creek Fossils
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Run with the Nuns
Run with the Nuns
Run with the Nuns is a race through natural hills and picturesque scenery and Mount Assisi and the Mount Assisi Convent. This challenging all terrain course features a variety of surfaces from asphalt to grass. All participants will receive a race medal and a dry fit shirt.
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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The Life of Mother Theresa Dudzik
The Life of Mother Theresa Dudzik
Author Patricia Camalliere and Sister Jeanne Marie of The Franciscan Convent in Lemont will be speaking about the life of Mother Theresa Dudzik. In 1881, Chicago welcomed a young woman, Josephine Dudzik, and her family who had emigrated from Poland. They settled in the vicinity of
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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Eerie Evening at the Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
Eerie Evening at the Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
Chicago is rich in spooky tales and electrifyingly eerie hauntings. Immerse yourself in the eerie experiences, sinister stories, delicious drinks, and something certain to be sweet at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum. Celebrate the haunted season in an elegant fashion at the historic museum on
7 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Eerie Evening at the Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
Eerie Evening at the Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
Chicago is rich in spooky tales and electrifyingly eerie hauntings. Immerse yourself in the eerie experiences, sinister stories, delicious drinks, and something certain to be sweet at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum. Celebrate the haunted season in an elegant fashion at the historic museum on
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
6 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Located inside the infamous Joliet Correctional Center that closed in 2002, this immersive one-of-a-kind haunted house takes brave souls through the dark, abandoned halls of one of Chicagoland's most haunted buildings. With a rich history of disturbing stories, Chicagoans are invited inside The Old Joliet Haunted
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
3 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Scary Stories on “The Volunteer”
Scary Stories on “The Volunteer”
Sunday, October 22nd: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Come and take a spine-tingling journey aboard "The Volunteer" and listen to ghostly legends of our haunted canal towns. Are you brave enough to venture into the unknown? This exclusive tour welcomes guest storytellers, Gary & Susan Roy, as
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WWI Gold Star Veterans of Grundy County
WWI Gold Star Veterans of Grundy County
Carter Corsello and Jeff Poundstone of the Grundy County Veterans Legacy Center and Museum have researched and summarized in a book the 38 WWI Gold Star Veterans of Grundy County. They will briefly tell their stories from what their research has uncovered. DUE TO FIRE AT
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
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All Hands on Deck
All Hands on Deck
Mark your calendars for the annual CMMFestival Fundraiser on Thursday, October 26 starting at 6:00 p.m! Enjoy an evening of lively maritime presentations, shanty songs and generous giving, hosted by renowned maritime folk singer Tom Kastle and photographer Barry Butler. This year's theme, "All Hands on Deck,"
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Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
4 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Located inside the infamous Joliet Correctional Center that closed in 2002, this immersive one-of-a-kind haunted house takes brave souls through the dark, abandoned halls of one of Chicagoland's most haunted buildings. With a rich history of disturbing stories, Chicagoans are invited inside The Old Joliet Haunted
Hayride of Horror
Hayride of Horror
Are you one of the brave souls to seek out the underground of Dellwood Park? We dare you to attempt the Curse of the Bayou. This top rated haunted attraction has been hidden in the Canyons below the Hayride of Horror. The veil between the living and
2 events,
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Ride Our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered Canal Boat
Join us in a trip along the I&M Canal in our mule-powered, 1840s-replica Canal Boat. Your journey includes: a “Mule Tending 101” class in which you’ll meet Moe the Mule, interact with crew of period dressed guides, hear tales of the canal’s heyday and enjoy a 60-90
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Old Joliet Haunted Prison
Located inside the infamous Joliet Correctional Center that closed in 2002, this immersive one-of-a-kind haunted house takes brave souls through the dark, abandoned halls of one of Chicagoland's most haunted buildings. With a rich history of disturbing stories, Chicagoans are invited inside The Old Joliet Haunted
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Cemetery Walk All Hallows Eve
Cemetery Walk All Hallows Eve
Join St. James at Sag Cemetery for their second annual candlelit procession. Hear from saints and martyrs who "come to life." Full evening planned with games, food, ceili, and folk dancing! $2 hot dogs, saint costumes, bring a themed dessert or candy!
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“Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History” Presentation
“Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History” Presentation
The Canal Corridor Association will host an Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau presentation entitled “Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History” by Kim Sigafus. Dressed in her native regalia, Kim will be giving a history of the natives in Illinois
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Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path through Water
Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path through Water
Louis Jolliet: A Solid Path Through Water, is a one act, one person play written and performed by Jim Healy, in honor of the 350th anniversary of the voyage of Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet down the Mississippi River. Their four month voyage began May 17th,