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This ongoing program will be held from Wednesday, April 1, to Thursday, April 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. To celebrate Earth Month, do a little bit to help your mother (Earth)! Hidden Oaks will provide a bucket and picker to help 
This ongoing event will be held from Wednesday, April 15, to Sunday, July 19. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Contemporary oil painter Elizabeth Schnura will debut a collection of works highlighting the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals found in your backyard
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Mark your calendars and join the Livingston County Concert Association for the final concert of the season! They will be featuring the folk-rock band, Live from Laurel Canyon. |
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Create your own cozy, one-of-a-kind hanging light in this hands-on wet felting class! Perfect for both beginners and experienced makers, this workshop will guide you through the process of transforming soft wool fibers into a beautiful, durable felted lampshade. You’ll learn the fundamentals of wet felting, including
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Morris Illinois was a prime spot for commerce in the mid 1800s. The Illinois & Michigan Canal was located to the south of town, and new railroad tracks to the north. In the early 1860s the country and economy were going through major changes due to the |
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Join us for this free event every last Wednesday of the month! All types of writing welcome. Hosted By Jamie Neely. BYOB welcome. |
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Theres no time like the present to learn a new skill! Learn fishing basics, such as putting tackle on the pole and baiting the hook. Practice casting and gain hands-on experience while fishing along the shoreline with the guidance of an instructor. All materials are provided, including |
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Join us in the heart of downtown Joliet to kick off the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor weekend. We are proud to debut this celebration at the brand-new City Square, transforming our downtown into a vibrant stage for historic sound and cars to commemorate 100 years of
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It's time to TALK DERBY TO ME! Gallop to Morris for the fun!! Run for the Roses!! Trifecta of Prizes! Winner's Circle After Party!! Grab your girls, throw on your cutest hat, and get ready for a night out you don't want to miss. Shop, dine, and
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Join the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 as we kick off the Cars & Guitars Summer Season! We will be at our new location, Downtown Joliet City Square, to kick off the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Weekend! Experience the evolution of the automobile |
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It's all part of a weekend that honors Tom Nauman's legacy and the Midwest way of life: good people, great food, and plenty of laughter!! Join us at Washington Park, where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything… You guessed
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Join us for the 18th Annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd as we celebrate 100 miles of Route 66 through Illinois! This exciting event spans 14 communities, each hosting their own unique activities and attractions. Pontiac is packed with exciting
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Join us in Downtown Pontiac for the first-ever Skoolie Swarm during Red Carpet Corridor Weekend. In honor of the beloved Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and his Road Yacht, what better way to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial than with a gathering of conversion vehicles? Explore 50+ |
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We've waited all winter to be reunited with the amazing vendors at Market on Canal hosted by Mabel's Market. We are so proud of this sweet outdoor vintage and handcrafted market that includes over 50+ talented vendors, live music, food truck, and drinks. It's a vibe you
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Join us for the 18th Annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd as we celebrate 100 miles of Route 66 through Illinois! This exciting event spans 14 communities, each hosting their own unique activities and attractions. Pontiac is packed with exciting
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Join us in Downtown Pontiac for the first-ever Skoolie Swarm during Red Carpet Corridor Weekend. In honor of the beloved Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and his Road Yacht, what better way to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial than with a gathering of conversion vehicles? Explore 50+ |
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Get ready to bring some personality to your plants in this playful Funny Face Planter Workshop! In this hands-on class, you'll design and decorate your own one-of-a-kind planter featuring a quirky, expressive face—goofy, grumpy, glamorous, or anything in between. All materials provided. $40 per person. Pre-registration |
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the world of cyanotype printing in our immersive Cyanotype Workshop! Discover the magic of this historic photographic process that harnesses the power of light to create stunning blue-hued prints. Our knowledgeable instructor will guide you through each step of the process,
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… people imagined a future filled with intelligent machines, hovering drones, and robots that could think for themselves. As it turns out, that future may be closer than we think. Join us for our next Think & Drink |
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Joliet Slammers vs. Washington Wild Things Opening Night. Fireworks to follow game!!
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This laid-back workshop is all about slowing down, enjoying the process, and making something beautiful with your hands. Using delicate pressed flowers you'll design your own set of dreamy, botanical candles. $45 per person. All materials provided. Pre-registration required. BYOB friendly for 21 plus! |
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At My Rustic Roost, we specialize in creating handcrafted birdhouses that combine quality craftsmanship with rustic charm, offering a safe and sturdy home for your backyard birds year after year. Each custom bird house is thoughtfully built to ensure lasting durability while adding warmth and character to
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Get ready for an unforgettable day at Siegel's Cottonwood Farm, where the Barn Babies event is back and better than ever! Bring your friends and family to get up close and personal with the most adorable baby animals you've ever seen! From pint-sized chicks to fluffy little
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Little hands make big memories in this special Mother's Day kids workshop! Children will decorate terracotta pots using their own thumbprints to create colorful lady bugs and butterflies—each one a unique, handmade gift for Mom or a loved one. Finished pots will be filled with an annual |
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Happy Mother's Day, Mom! This day is for you. Get out of the house and unwind in the great outdoors by fishing or hiking at Hidden Lakes. Make sure to visit the Tackle Box Bait shop for a free giveaway. Fishing poles are also available to rent
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Celebrate peak migration season with an unparalleled view of the Four Rivers bird feeders! View the resident birds and new spring arrivals indoors from the exhibit room and the Grand Hall. Enjoy provided warm beverages and muffins. Need more than a muffin? Bring your breakfast. A naturalist
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Get ready for an unforgettable day at Siegel's Cottonwood Farm, where the Barn Babies event is back and better than ever! Bring your friends and family to get up close and personal with the most adorable baby animals you've ever seen! From pint-sized chicks to fluffy little |
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Bureau County Fairgrounds will host The Great Pages Circus. A family-friendly, traveling circus that features international acts, liberty animals, aerial, juggling, clown acts, and motorcycle mayhem. |
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Bureau County Fairgrounds will host The Great Pages Circus. A family-friendly, traveling circus that features international acts, liberty animals, aerial, juggling, clown acts, and motorcycle mayhem.
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All materials are provided, and artist Jacqueline JoAnn will guide you step by step through the entire process, making this workshop approachable for beginners and enjoyable for experienced crafters alike. You'll leave with charming, handmade felted pieces like mushrooms or cute animals perfect for décor or gifting. |
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Like speed dating, but you leave with art instead of regrets. Challenge your creativity and sharpen your observation skills in this dynamic still life speed drawing class! Artists will rotate through five unique still life setups, each offering a range of difficulty levels to keep things engaging. |
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The moon is nearly new, the night is still and dark. It's a magical time to explore the forest. Join a naturalist on a hike through the forest, test your senses and enjoy an after-hours evening in the preserve. Ages 7 and older. Registration required by Wednesday, |
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Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa! This free lively street festival features 40 handmade and homegrown makers, live music, food, and rotating themed experiences each month that keep every event fresh and exciting. Bring the whole family! We offer a free kids
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Two-Headed Giant Commander Night is a monthly Commander event in which players can earn promo cards by pairing up to battle other two-player teams. Each player has their own 100-card Commander deck, but they share a 60-point life pool. Play follows the normal Two-Headed Giant rules. This
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The life-saving beacon of Grosse Point Lighthouse in Evanston first sailed over the waters of Lake Michigan on March 1st, 1874, as the leading navigational aid into Chicago’s harbor. In this presentation, keeper Don Terras will discuss the history and adaptive use of Grosse Point Lighthouse operating |
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The Forest Preserve is hosting its annual Adult Fishing Derby at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. Bass Pro gift cards will be awarded for the biggest catch, with first, second and third
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The Forest Preserve is hosting its annual Adult Fishing Derby at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. Bass Pro gift cards will be awarded for the biggest catch, with first, second and third
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Enjoy a relaxing yoga flow, a calming meditation, and light refreshments. This is an outdoor event, please bring your own yoga mat. $46 per person. |
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Every third Sunday from the months of May through October, Bronkberry Farms hosts vendors from the Chicagoland area and beyond who showcase, share, and sell their unique products to the community. See what our talented crafters and vendors have to offer this season and mark your calendars
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Get ready to look to the skies! Kites in Flight returns for its 6th year at Peck Park in Ottawa with two days of high-flying fun and family entertainment. We're excited to welcome Chicago Kite back again this year, bringing their incredible professional kite displays that fill the sky |
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Join us for our annual dinner meeting. Joe Schmitz will be sharing with us the history of Operation St. Nick. $35 per person. Reservations and payment can be made on our website https://grundycountyhs.org/upcoming-events/.
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Discover the beauty of natural color in this hands-on Natural Dye Tea Towel Workshop. In this class, you'll explore the art of botanical dyeing using plants, flowers, and kitchen scraps to create one-of-a-kind textiles. Guided step by step, you'll learn how to prepare fabric, extract color from
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Step into a night of nostalgia, indulgence, and elevated chaos... Welcome to Girl Dinner: 90's Edition at Mauve. We're taking everything you loved about the 90's—snack plates, sleepovers, strawberry everything, pizza nights, and late-night sweets—and transforming it into a luxury 5-course pairing experience designed for the grown-up |
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Slow down, reflect, and reconnect at our Journaling Night. This relaxed, creative session is designed to help you carve out intentional time for yourself—whether you're new to journaling or already have a well-loved notebook. Journaing supplies provided. Bring your journal. $20 per person. Registration required. |
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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.
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Join us for a board game night featuring tradition and modern Mexican table games (Age K+). Ottawa Street Branch.
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Our summer concert series is back! Come see Rox Populi perform on the Grove at the Hegeler Carus Mansion. Tickets are $5 a person. The 7th Street Gate opens at 6:00pm. Enjoy live music, popcorn, Thyme Craft Kitchen, and a 50/50 raffle with our guest emcee Dani |
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Come enjoy family fun in our beautiful downtown city park!! Featuring a carnival, craft, flea market, food vendors and free stage entertainment.
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Theres no time like the present to learn a new skill! Learn fishing basics, such as putting tackle on the pole and baiting the hook. Practice casting and gain hands-on experience while fishing along the shoreline with the guidance of an instructor. All materials are provided, including
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A Lorcana Pack Rush Tournament Pack rush is very simple format, each player will open packs and just play with those packs as if they were a deck. You ignore the color identity rule and use every card from the packs. It's fun, super casual and you |
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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,
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Have you ever wondered whats going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders
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Join retired USDA Biologist and Pollinator Habitat Advocate Ellen Starr for a special pollinator-focused make-and-take workshop. During this informative and hands-on session, Ellen will talk about native plants and how they support and attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. Participants will |
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Come enjoy family fun in our beautiful downtown city park!! Featuring a carnival, craft, flea market, food vendors and free stage entertainment.
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A fully customizable spring planter experience Planter Workshop on the farm, a hands-on, creative class where guests design and build a planter that celebrates spring in their own unique way. From soft and simple to full, colorful, and overflowing, this workshop invites you to create something that |
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Kick off your summer with UNLIMITED FUN this Memorial Day Monday, May 25th! Enjoy UNLIMITED Fun on Trails Raceway Go-Karts, Jr. Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Monster Hop, Bone Shaker & Tornado Rides ALL DAY LONG for $29.95/guest*. See website for details!*In the event of inclement weather, |
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Bring a book you love (or one you're ready to glam up), and Critical Grind will provide: Bedazzling Materials Guidance & Instruction Access to Cafe After Hours A Barista & Special Menu One Complimentary Cafe Beverage Come and bring your vision to life!!
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The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp are a collegiate wood-bat summer league baseball team in the Prospect League, based in Peru, Illinois. They play at Veterans Memorial Park and won the league championship in 2024. The team serves as a development league for college players, with a 60-game |
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Food Trucks: Salina's Tacos & Diddough's Pretzels!! Free admission to game.
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Come and enjoy The Wayne Messmer Combo singing "The Great American Songbook"!!
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Explore the rich, velvety world of gouache in this guided landscape painting workshop! Perfect for beginners and experienced artists, this class will walk you step by step through creating a beautiful landscape while still encouraging your own creative style and personal touches. $45 per person. All materials |
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Digging to Discover: Our Common Roots & Our Potential to Flourish in the FHC – 6th Annual Conference
Digging to Discover: Our Common Roots & Our Potential to Flourish in the FHC – 6th Annual Conference
We hope you will join us for the exciting activities comprising our sixth annual conference. You are welcome to participate in any and all elements that interest you by using the registration links below. FHC Conference Registration Options Space for in person participation is limited, so it
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Kick off festival weekend in style at the La Salle Music & Arts Festival! FREE Entry | FREE Parking! Live Music: 5:00 - 6:30 PM Zazzle 7:00 - 10:00 PM 303 Start your evening with high-energy 90s rock from Zazzle, then keep the party going with the
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Country Music & BBQ Gates Open at 5:35 PM | Presented By: 96.5 The WOLF | Featuring Dirt Road Reckoning | Food Trucks: Tony's Butt Shack & Dog House LaSalle. Admission is free. |
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Chartered bus tour of French heritage sites in the Twin Cities Region, including a French-Canadian lunch hosted by the Little Canada Historical Society.
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Leaf sculptures can add beauty to any garden or indoor environment. Completed samples will be shown for inspiration. You may bring your own leaves, but all materials will be provided. Your leaf castings can be used as ornaments, birdbaths, wall hangings, etc. Information will be given about
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The LaSalle County Historical Society, Mendota Museum & Historical Society and the Village of Troy Grove invite the community to commemorate its native son, the renowned Wild Bill Hickok, during the Wild Bill Days Celebration. A variety of family-friendly activities are scheduled for the weekend, including historical |
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The LaSalle County Historical Society, Mendota Museum & Historical Society and the Village of Troy Grove invite the community to commemorate its native son, the renowned Wild Bill Hickok, during the Wild Bill Days Celebration. A variety of family-friendly activities are scheduled for the weekend, including historical |