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We know you want to make the most of summer, so we’re going to show you some of the best events to check out in your area.

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6 Festivals

From village fests to ‘taste of’ festivals, we’ve got you covered on the best places to listen to great music, eat delicious local food and dance in public.

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18 Farmers Markets

Find the best places in your town to buy fresh produce and support small businesses.

29 Local Concerts

The summer is the perfect time to see local artists. see which venues are hosting the best musical acts in your area.

From 5ks to events in the park, these are all of the events to get you outside & your heart pumping.

12 Aquatic Fun

31 Movies in the Park

17 Library Activities

33 Car Shows

Movies in the park are throughout the summer - so pack your bag, bring your blanket and watch a movie under the stars.

Find all the great waterparks and events in Illinois to check out with the family!

Want to learn something new and stay cool at the same time? Here are some of the events happening at your local library.

Time to dust off that classic Chevy that’s been sitting in the garage all winter and check out other vintage rides.

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JUNE 2 AND 3 • BOLINGBROOK

Cavalcade of Planes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bolingbrook’s Clow International Airport, 130 Clow International Pkwy C, Bolingbrook. A great family event that gives everyone the chance to see many types of aircraft, both flying and on the ground. Both days also including skydiving, formation flying, helicopter demonstrations, and much more! Check out the Illinois Aviation Museum as well while you’re there. You can pre-purchase tickets for $5 per adult and $3 per child at calvalcadeofplanes.com. Day of event tickets are $6.

JUNE 8 • JOLIET

7th Annual New Orleans North noon 4 p.m. at Downtown Joliet N. Chicago St./ Van Burren. An early summer outdoor Mardi Gras-style event featuring bands, beer tents, and Cajun food. The New Orleans atmosphere is enhanced with Hurricane drinks, a stilt walker, jugglers and other street performers.

JUNE 10 • PARK RIDGE

Wine Walk. noon-4 p.m. in Uptown Park Ridge. Attendees will receive a passport to visit each participating business. When a completed passport is turned in, you will receive a raffle ticket to win several prizes (gift certificates donated by participating chamber member businesses). Starts at Fitness Formula Clubs, 826 W. Touhy Ave., ends at Houlihan’s Restaurant, 550 W. Touhy Ave. www.parkridgechamber.org

JUNE 13-17 • WOODRIDGE

Woodridge Jubilee. All day to midevening at Woodridge and Center drives, Woodridge. Carnival rides, live music and a variety of food…summer doesn’t get any better than that! You’ll find that and much more at the 34th Annual Woodridge

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Jubilee, organized by the Woodridge Park District and Village of Woodridge. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, enjoy entertainment, delicious food, beverages and bingo. On Saturday, June 16, don’t miss the free children’s activities along with carnival rides, food, beverages, entertainment and fireworks. The carnival will also be open on Sunday afternoon.

JUNE 14 • PLAINFIELD

Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival. 5:30-10 p.m. at 14903 S Center St, Unit 109, 14903 S Center St, Unit 109, Plainfield. Join the Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce for the inaugural Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival. Ticket price includes: Live music, 1 BBQ Food Ticket and 3 Drink Coupons, one at each location. Live Music performed

by Chicago Blues Angels, The Whiskeys and Michael Metoyer. Participating Companies: Werk Force Brewing Co , Warehouse 109, Tailwinds Distilling and Baby Back Blues BBQ. www.warehouse109. com, www.werkforcebrewing.com, www. tailwindsdistilling.com, babybackblues.com

JUNE 14-17 • LOCKPORT

Old Canal Days. Throughout the weekend at downtown Lockport. Carnival, craft show, beer garden, parade, Native American experience, car show, live bands. www. oldcanaldays.com

JUNE 21-24 • DOWNERS GROVE

Rotary GroveFest. Downtown Downers Grove, Main Street, train tracks south to Curtiss St. This family-friendly event starts Thursday when the carnival comes to town! Friday evening officially kicks off the event with the parade following. The main stage will be located at Central Square with a beer and wine tent and exceptional entertainment lined up throughout the

entire weekend; and the craft show will run Saturday and Sunday between 6th Street and 8th Street on State. There are numerous activities and exhibits scheduled at the Lincoln Landing as well as Heritage Village.

JUNE 24 • BOLINGBROOK

34th Annual Village Picnic. Noon - 6 p.m. behind Town Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road. Art in the Park, community organizations selling food, climbing treadwall, petting zoo, free hot dogs, bingo, hot dog eating contest, egg toss contest, pony rides, kiddie obstacle, fishing derby, trackless train rides, senior tent, fun games. bbcca.org/villiage-picnic.

JUNE 24 • SHOREWOOD

Shorewood Kite Fest 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Cene’s Four Seasons Park. 25520 W Seil Rd, Shorewood. Bring your kite or purchase one at the park. Professional kite flyers to demonstrate ties, large show kites and sport kites.

JULY 26 • NILES

Niles Cycling Classic. at Notre Dame College Prep, Niles, Professional cycling comes to Niles this summer! Introducing the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niles Cycling Classic. The Village’s traditional Bike Niles Fest has evolved into a new high-energy, family-friendly all-day event. The Niles Cycling Classic is a part of the Intelligentsia Cup, a multi-day cycling tournament that includes sites throughout Chicago. Racing begins at 10 a.m., with professional races starting at 5:05 p.m. and a family fun ride at 6:15 p.m. The race course goes right through the streets of Niles.

JUNE 27 • JOLIET

Race Fan Rally. 5- 10 p.m. in downtown Joliet at Chicago Street between Cass and

Jefferson Streets, N Chicago Street, Joliet.

Each year, members of the Will County Center for Economic Development and the Joliet City Center Partnership host a oneday fest on the streets of downtown Joliet to kick off the NASCAR race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway.

JUNE 27-JULY 1 • LISLE

Lisle Eyes to the Skies. Carnival kicks of 5 days of this annual event in Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short Street in Lisle. The five days include the carnival, balloon launch, craft and food vendors, kids activities and entertainment and evening concerts. https://www.eyestotheskies.org/ food/

JUNE 28-JULY 1 • NILES

St. John Brebeuf Summer Fest and Carnival.

6-10 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish, 8301 N. Harlem Ave., Niles. Enjoy summer days with rides, games, food pancake breakfast and live entertainment! Purchase a Mega Pass before June 27th. Contact SJB (847) 966-8145.

JUNE 30 -JULY 4 • MORTON GROVE

Morton Grove Days. at American Legion Memorial Civic Center, 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove. Five days of food rides, bands, games, activities, a parade and with fireworks to close the festival. mortongrovedays.org

JULY 3 • ROMEOVILLE

Independence Day Celebration. 6-9:30 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Rd. Activities, food and live bands. Live music by the Ron Burgundys (6-7 p.m.) and Wedding Banned (7:30-9:30 p.m.); 9:30 p.m. fireworks show at Village Park (900 W. Romeo Rd.) All park rules apply; no pets allowed.

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Park Ridge July 3rd Fireworks Celebration. 6:30-10 p.m. at Maine East High School Field, 2601 E Dempster St, Park Ridge. Bring a picnic (no alcoholic beverages or grills) and relax before the fireworks begin. Enjoy the evening catching up with friends and family. DJ & Children’s Entertainment: 6:30-8 p.m. Live Music Entertainment starts at 8 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.

JULY 4 • NILES

Fourth of July Parade and Celebration.

8:45 a.m. at from Notre Dame College Prep, 7655 W. Dempster Street. Join us to celebrate Independence Day at the Village of Niles 4th of July Parade. This family fun event features local groups and organizations as well as marching bands from around the country! The parade steps off from Notre Dame College Prep, continuing south on Ozark Avenue, east on Main Street, south on Harlem Avenue, and west on Monroe Street to Oketo Avenue.

Post-parade festivities at Grennan Heights are sponsored by the Niles Park District.

JULY 4 • WESTMONT

Independence Day Celebration. 4-10 p.m. at Ty Warner Park, 801 Burr Oak Drive, Westmont. We will be lighting up the skies with bigger and better fireworks than ever before! The family fun begins at the oldfashioned Independence Day Celebration.

A complete list of activities can be found in the summer progr a.m. guide on Westmont Park Districts website. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the best 4th of July around.

JULY 4-7 • NAPERVILLE

Rifest. Noon-10 p.m. daily at Knoch Park, 724 South West Street, Naperville.

Fireworks, family area, carnival, food and 12 rib vendors compete for cash prizes and honors in three categories: for the Best Ribs, Best Sauce and Kid’s Choice. Big name music acts such as Pitfall, Steven Tyler, Stray Cats and Melissa Etheridge. ribfest. net.

JULY 12-15 • WESTMONT

Taste of Westmont. 5:30-9:30 p.m. at downtown Westmont on Cass Ave. Visit

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Westmont in July for the award-winning Taste of Westmont summer festival. A four-day weekend full of fun for the whole family. Thursday is Kidzapalooza featuring carnival specials, Irving stage, battle of the bands, car show and more. More carnival specials all weekend, plus craft show, kids activities, face painting, beer tent, and of course, grab a “taste” at our local restaurant food booths. westmontevents.com/

JULY 12 • LEMONT

28th Annual Heritage Fest. 4 to 11 p.m. at 418 Main Street, Lemont. Now in its 27th year, Heritage Fest continues to provide an enjoyable celebration for residents, local businesses, and visitors alike with great music, wonderful food, amazing family fun, and best of all, most activities are FREE! This event will coordinate with the Lemont Fireman’s Association 67th Annual Keepataw Parade. Heritage Fest immediately follows the parade. Children’s activities: 3 to 7 p.m.; Main Stage Entertainment, 3 to 11 p.m. www.lemont. il.us/440/Heritage-Fest

AUGUST 2-5 • ROMEOVILLE

RomeoFest. 4-day long celebration of the Romeoville community with music, food, family entertainment, carnival, car show, bingo, and much more. The Village of Romeoville fills every day with non-stop free entertainment for all ages to enjoy.

The event is located at Deer Crossing Park (1050 W. Romeo Road) and Village Park (900 W. Romeo Road). https://www. romeoville.org/741/RomeoFest

AUGUST 3-5 • SHOREWOOD

Crossroads Fest. Gene’s Four Seasons Park, 25520 W Seil Rd, Shorewood. 42nd annual festival featuring carnival, music, food and craft vendors, car show, kids zone, fireworks, Sunday parade. https://www. crossroadsfest.com/

AUGUST 4 • JOLIET

Hours varied. Holy Taxiarhai & St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 7373 Caldwell Avenue, Niles. Authentic Greek food, Greek pastries, roasted lamb, kids corner, (crafts, face painting and more), live music, imported greek wines, Greek taverna, loukoumathes, festival dancers and cooking classes. biggreekfoodfestofniles.org.

Kidzfest. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in downtown Joliet, located along Chicago Street between Benton and Jefferson Streets, Chicago Street Between Van Buren and West Jefferson St and the Van Buren Plaza, Joliet. A free family fun extravaganza in downtown Joliet! Be sure to stop by Lewis University’s Mini Campus at the fest to get your picture in a small airplane, make an art project, create a science experiment and more! All activities are *FREE*! There will also be plenty of area businesses and organizations with free activities for kids along Chicago Street. Food and drink will be available at a cost.

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AUGUST 10 • WOODRIDGE

Community Park Bandshell, 1825 Short Street, Lisle Come out this summer for an evening of entertainment! The Community Park Bandshell area will be filled with fun for the whole family, including fun fair games, face painting, children’s entertainment, inflatables, prizes and more.

Win prizes at more than 20 fun fair games that will entertain and challenge. $10 for a punch card of 25 punches. Snacks will be available for purchase at Sea Lion Aquatic Park’s Sammy’s Snack Shack. All Ages Rain site: Lisle High School Commons - 1800 Short Street, Lisle. http://lisleparkdistrict. org/specialevents.html

p.m. at Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park, 8301 Janes Ave, Woodridge. Join us for a Hawaiian-themed day of fun with the family. There will be games for all ages, live entertainment, lunch specials and prizes.

JULY 14-16 • NILES

The Big Greek Food Fest Of Niles.

Family Fun Fest. 6-8:30 p.m. at

Hawiiaan Family Fun Day. noon-4

AUGUST 11 • BOLINGBROOK

Taste of Bolingbrook. At The Promenade Bolingbrook, 631 East Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Sponsored by the Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce, enjoy delicious food, live music, and entertainment! More details to come! Free to the Public

AUGUST 26 • BOLINGBROOK

Taste of Pakistan. Noon-11 p.m. at Village of Bolingbrook, Performing Arts Center. 375 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook.

Pakistani Independence Day. The 26 annual flag hoisting ceremony. Honored guests include Mayor Roger C. Claar and Consul General of Pakistan Faisal N. Tirmizi. Join us and bring the family to enjoy a day filled with fun, food and simply the best entertainment.

AUG. 31-SEPTEMBER 3 • NAPERVILLE

Last Fling. The Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling is a family-friendly community festival in and around downtown Naperville and, for many, is a fun way to say farewell to summer! The Last Fling offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages to enjoy including: national and local musicians on two stages, Family Fun Land, a carnival, unique special events, a business expo and a running event.

SEPTEMBER 8 • JOLIET

Fiesta En La Calle. 4-11 p.m. on Chicago Street, downtown Joliet. An annual Street Festival presented by Alianza de Negocios (a division of the Joliet Chamber of Commerce & Industry). The festival supports the Spanish Community Center and Alianza de Negocios. The event will include live bands, authentic Mexican food, palomas, and a kid’s zone play area.

SEPTEMBER 8-9 • LOCKPORT

WWII Days. Dellwood Park, Rte 171 and Woods Dr., Lockport. Relive the days of WWII from the battlefront and the homefront. New this year is a Vietnam living history experience. www. lockportpark.org

SEPTEMBER 8-9 • DOWNERS GROVE

Fine Arts Festival 2018. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. downtown Downers Grove. Fifty artists will line Main Street wtih a variety of mediums and price points. www.downtowndg.org/ whats-happening

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friendly neighborhoods! This 3.1-mile USATF certified course is well marked with split times at every mile and chip timing. Awards for first through third place finishers in each age group. This 5K qualifies for the Oswego Triple Race Series. The One Mile Prairie Dog Jog race begins directly following the 5K start at the Prairie Point walking path. Competitive runners start at the front of the pack, and those with pets start directly behind. All dogs must be on a leash and current with their shots. https://www.oswegolandparkdistrict. org/event/prairiefest-5k/

Community Park, Lisle, IL that is well-marked and well-decorated. Runners will travel in the clockwise direction with enough variation to not need to switch directions during the race. The course will be mostly flat with some elevation change near the stage and natural amphitheater. The 5K runners will start at the Lisle High School parking lot and run a small stretch of road until they hit a paved running trail which they will take on their journey in and around Lisle Community Park. Runners will share the same section of trail for the last part of the 5K loop until they reach the school again. http://runners4wellness.com/ events/christmas-in-july-races/lisle/

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mission to help people with disabilities and mental illness so that they may flourish and live full and abundant lives. The Trinity Triumph 5K Run/Walk begins in the heart of the picturesque Village of New Lenox Commons. Check-in and late registration begins at 6 p.m. at the Pavilion. Runners start at 7 p.m. and 5K walkers follow behind. http://trinitytriumph.com/

miles of pure painful bliss! THE ORIGINAL EXTREME 10 is a 10 mile trail race that begins and ends with a mad dash from the frontage road east of Lemont Road that will funnel racers onto the crushed limestone trail of Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve. You will race on a looped path of rolling hills and beautiful scenery. Big Bertha (no offense intended if your name is Bertha and you are big) is waiting at mile 7.5. Prepare yourself!

All for a great low, low price of just $49.95!

Enjoy a well earned breakfast provided by the one and only Chuck’s BBQ! Yes, he does breakfast as well as he does BBQ! Run hard and finish HUNGRY! Proceeds from this one of a kind trail race will support a one of a kind charity, Big Rig Books! http://www. wfgxtreme10.com/

Prairiefest 5k. Run through Oswego’s

Trinity Triumph. Support Trinity Services’

JULY 7 • JOLIET

Bubble Run. At Chicagoland Speedway – 500 Speedway Blvd. Joliet, IL 60433. the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across 3 miles of absolute fun!

Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Then, at each kilometer, participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe! Bubbleteers and charity partners will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each of the four Foam Bogs are represented by different colored foam.

So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe. http://bubblerun.com/upcominglocations/chicago-il/

JULY 13-14 • LISLE

Christmas in July Races. The 6/12/24Hour races will take runners on a 1.56637KM (or 0.9732971994 mile) USATF certified paved loop course around a lake in Lisle

Original Waterfall Glen Xtreme. 10

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Ice Cream Run. July 15th is National Ice Cream Day!! What better way to celebrate than with Proceeds for this event stay in the community! A portion of the proceeds will go directly to Green Harvest Food Pantry in Plainfield. Purchasing a race shirt is optional, however a large portion of the proceeds from shirt sales will also go to the food pantry. https://www.active.com/plainfield-il/running/ distance-running-races/ice-cream-run5k-2018

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roads and a new 5k course route in 2017 that we are proud to declare our best ever!

Of course, the Sundowner wouldn’t be complete without the Splash Dash – a 1 Mile Junior Jog for kids ages 6-12 and a 50 Yard Dash for kids age 6 and under. All youth participants will receive a custom t-shirt and medal.http://www.jpdrun3.com/ Sundowner-5k.php

to pros, everyone can find their place at the annual Naperville Sprint Triathlon in Centennial Park. The Sprint Triathlon is a 375 meter swim, 22K bike and 5K run.

(New in 2018!) The Duathlon is a 1 mile run, 22K bike and 5K run. The Aquabike is a 375 meter swim and a 22K bike. The Kids Triathlon is a 175 meter swim, 11K bike and a 5K run. http://napervilletri.events/

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Race event commences at 7:45 a.m. adjacent to Scoville Park. This is a family friendly event that draws from the Oak Park area and beyond. This community event brings out hundreds to participate in the Running of the Bulls 8K race. The race is a flat, fast 8K-race course featuring the Hemingway District area, historical homes and Scoville Park, We will be awarding age group awards for top runners and a cash purse so we are sure to attract quality runners of all ages. So come on out, and enjoy the fun as we celebrate one of our own, with the Running of the Bulls! http:// hemingway8k.com/

Race welcomes athletes of all abilities, age, shapes, sizes and experience.Main Event: 250 Yard Pool Swim • 10K Bike • 2 Mile Run; Kids Event (Ages 12 & younger): 100 Yard Pool Swim • 5K Bike • 1 Mile Run. Fee includes: Chip Timing, Performance T-shirt, BIB #, BIB # Body Tattoos, Water/Sport Drinks/Fruit/Nutrition Bars, Finishing Medals for all Athletes, Placement Award Medals, Eligibility for Grand Prize Triathlon Bike (winner must be present), On-site Vendor Give-a-ways, Post Event sandwich and Beverage of Choice (Beer or Soft Drink). Fees listed above do not include ItsRaceTime, Inc. processing fee. There is no race day registration. https://runsignup.com/Race/ IL/Woodridge/MiniTriathlon?aflt_token=vk mwDmweQ4iCYn8otSOOnKQ3vCO8buOw

Hemingway 8K Running of the Bulls.

JULY 29 • LISLE

Gratitude & Grace Race. The electronically-timed 5K run is on a grass course that follows the Lisle High School cross country course through this scenic park, going around ponds, crossing bridges, and traversing a hill before finishing next to a shelter where an assortment of breakfast foods and drinks will be available. Age group awards will be given, along with a cash prize (gift certificate) for the overall male and female winners. All participants will receive race bags and a t-shirt. The 3K walk takes place on the paved paths that wind through the park.

This family-friendly event features a moon jump for kids, a continental breakfast, and some exciting raffle prizes. All proceeds will benefit Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and Feed My Starving Children. http://gratitudegracerace.itsyourrace.com/ event.aspx?id=3064

Sundowner 5k. Come “home” to this

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summer running tradition! We’ve spruced up the place a bit … including freshly paved

at Centennial Beach Park. From beginners

Naperville Sprint Triathlon. Starting

Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon.

AUGUST 25 • BOLINGBROOK

Parkie’s Famous 5K & 10K & Kid’s Fun Dash. Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex, 200 S. Lindsey Ln. There are so many NEW aspects to this race that we’re excited to bring you! We will still have the flat, fast course that you’ve loved about previous years races, but we’ve stepped up our game in the party department. To keep with the feel of our community race, we’ve partnered with Famous Dave’s in Bolingbrook (located at 704 Janes Ave.) to bring you the ultimate in race experiences. You want food? You got it! All runners will receive a BBQ sandwich and two sides, along with a free bottle of Famous Dave’s BBQ sauce. You want more?

We got that too! Check out what’s new in this year’s Parkie’s Famous 5K/10K. http:// www.bolingbrookparks.org/en/trending/ mark-your-calendars/parkies-5k-10k/

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Northeastern Region Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 542 N Route 21 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4636 Key Lime Cove 1700 Nations Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (877) 360-0403 Hidden Creek Aqua Park 1220 Fredrickson Place Highland Park, IL 60035 (847) 433-3170 Mystic Waters 2025 Miner Street Des Plaines, IL (847) 391-5740

Southern Region Anthony Acres Resort 15286 North Resort Road Effingham, IL 62401 (217) 868-2950

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Rainbow Falls 200 Rev Morrison Blvd.

Elk Grove Village, IL (847) 437-9494 Coral Cove Water Park 849 Lies Road Carol Stream, IL 60188 (630) 784-6130 Dolphin Cove 300 South Kennedy Drive Carpentersville, IL 60110 (847) 836-7946 Cypress Cove 8301 Janes Avenue Woodridge, IL 60517 (630) 985-5620 Pelican Harbor 200 S. Lindsey Lane Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 759-2727

Western Region Knights Action Park 1700 Recreation Drive Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 546-8881 Caribbean Water Adventure 1700 Recreation Drive Springfield, IL 62707 (217) 546-8881

Eastern Region Splash Valley Aquatic park 1850 River Road Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 929-9779

Northwestern Region Magic Waters 7820 Cherryvale North Blvd.

Cherry Valley, IL 61016 (815) 332-3260

Splash Station Waterpark 2780 U.S. Route 6 Joliet, IL 60436 (815) 741-7250 Phillips Park 828 Montgomery Road Aurora, IL (630) 851-8686 Splash Country 195 S. Barnes Road Aurora, IL (630) 906-7981 Raging Waves 4000 N Bridge Street Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 882-6575

Raging Rivers Great River Road Grafton, IL 62037 (618) 786-2345 Splash City Family Waterpark 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL (618) 346-4571

Anderson Park & Aquatic Center 100 S Maple Street Normal, IL (309) 454-9550

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Local Water Fun Centennial Beach 320 W Jackson Ave Naperville, IL 60540 Open through Sept. 2. Fees are resident $6 (nonresident $10).

For information, call 630-8485090

challenge fitness pool 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport Indoor pool. Swim lessons and exercise classes available.

Open swim hours during the weekend; children age 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.

Pool party rentals available.

Call 815-838-3621, ext. 0.

chaney pool 410 Rose St., Crest Hill Noon to 7 p.m. Zero-depth entry pool complete with a deep-end, diving board and water slide. Swim lessons, water safety instructor certification, special events, rentals, Family Fun Nights and a Cardboard Boat Race. For information and fees, call 815726-2299.

heritage falls water park 101 Troxel Ave., Romeoville Swim lessons, water safety instructor certification, special events, rentals and Family Fun Nights & a Dive in Movie. Noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday. 815886-6263.

pelican harbor 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. Summer hours: Noon to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; Noon to 6 p.m., Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Daily

admission, $15; with Resident ID, $8. Includes Parkie’s Oasis interactive sprayground, lazy river, four water-speed slides, zero-depth entry pool; beach volleyball; and sand playground area.

niles family fitness center 987 Civic Center Drive, Niles.

For information, call 847-5888400

ottawa street pool On Ottawa Street just east of Route 59, Plainfield Open through Aug. 18. Hours are 1-4:30 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 1-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Features L-shaped outdoor pool with high and low dive.

oasis fun center 7877 Milwaukee Ave., Niles (847) 967-6648 Open swim is 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fees are youth (3-12) resident $6 (nonresident $6); adult resident $8 (nonresident $11); senior (62+) resident $6 (nonresident $9).

swanson pool 8 North Ave., St. Charles, IL 60174 For information, call 630-5843314.

Harrer Pool.

6250 W. Dempster St., Morton Grove. For hours and fees, visit mortongroveparks.com

oriole park aquatic center 9200 Oriole Ave, Morton Grove. (847) 965-1200. Special Events include: Birthday parties, Tiger Shark Swim Club, Aquatic Excercise Classes.

Morton Grove Park District.

AURORA Splash Country. 195 S Barnes Rd. Water park with a lazy river, sand volleyball courts, slides & a kids’ area plus concessions.

LOMBARD Paradise Bay Water Park. 437 E St Charles Rd., Seasonal outdoor water park with numerous slides, sprays & whirlpool, lap pool & toddler areas.

BOLINGBROOK Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park. 200 S. Lindsey Ln. - (630) 7391705. Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park is Bolingbrook’s year-round place for family fun. Whether you’re celebrating your birthday, having group outings, or learning to swim, Pelican Harbor has something for every swimmer, no matter the age or ability. Featuring more fun attractions and family-friendly adventures, Pelican Harbor’s indoor/ outdoor set-up guarantees fun even in less-than-ideal weather.

NILES Oasis Waterpark. 877 N Milwaukee Ave. Public pool with zero-depth entry, splash pad playground & slides, plus concessions & picnic tables.

DES PLAINES Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center.

2025 Miner St. Seasonal outdoor water park featuring a large leisure pool, tall slides, a lazy river & a cafe.

ELK GROVE VILLAGE Rainbow Falls Waterpark. 200 Rev Morrison Blvd, Swim-season attraction with a tropical theme & numerous pools & rides including a huge 4-way slide.

JOLIET Splash Station. 2780 Channahon Rd. Railroad-themed seasonal outdoor family spot with racing & body slides, river float, pool & cafe.

LISLE Sea Lion Park. 1825 Short St. Sea Lion Park features a large open swim area that slopes upward to a zero-depth shallow end, which allows for easy entry into the pool for everyone. With two 50’ body flume slides, two drop slides, a vortex pool, splash playground, sand & kiddie water play area, teen pool and more.

ROMEOVILLE Heritage Falls Water Park. 101 Troxel Ave. A splash pad, a pool complete with a deep-end, two diving boards and two water slides. The deck has various seating options for patrons to relax or lay out and enjoy the sun. Heritage Falls Water Park is located in Romeoville and offers swim lessons, water safety instructor certification, special events, rentals, Family Fun Nights & a Dive in Movie!

TINLEY PARK White Water Canyon Water Park.

8221 W 171st St. 5-acre park with kid-friendly pools, a water slide, a lazy river, a sprayground & a snack bar.

WHEATON Rice Pool & Water Park. 777 S Blanchard S. Park district swimming pool with sand sports, a rock waterfall, slides & refreshments.

WOODRIDGE Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park.

8301 Janes Ave. Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park is a bayou-themed waterpark located in Woodridge, Illinois, operated by the Woodridge Park District. Sand play area, zerodepth pool, lazy river, three water slides.

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JUNE 9 • ROMEOVILLE

Craft Buffet. 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM. Registration required. White Oak Library - Romeoville Branch Meeting Room A. Do you ever wonder what we do with all the leftover materials from our library crafts?

Now is your chance to find out. We are cleaning out the craft closet and setting up a Craft Buffet! So, stop by, grab a project and make something! Sorry, this is not a craft giveaway program. Teens are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Register online or with the Adult Services Desk.

JUNE 11 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee - Wonder.

12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “Wonder” (PG), based on the novel by R.J. Palacio. Lockport Branch, Meeting Room A. White Oak Library District, 121 East 8th Street, Lockport.

JUNE 12 • JOLIET

The Final Frontier Movie Marathon.

10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ottawa Street Branch, 150 N. Ottawa St. Joliet, Meeting Room B. Reading takes you everywhere...maybe even outer space! Explore the final frontier and all of the creatures that inhabit it with our space themed movie marathon. Light refreshments will be provided. All ages with adult, no registration required 10 a.m.-noon.: “Alien” (1979) Rated (R) 12:15 -2:15 p.m.: “Planet of the Apes” (2001) Rated (PG-13) 2:30-5:15 p.m.: “Avatar” (2009) Rated (PG-13)

JUNE 13 • SHOREWOOD.

Story Time in the Park. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Shorewood-Troy Public Library District Enjoy the great outdoors with a story time for the whole family. Meet up at the Village Hall Park for stories and games and then play at the park or splash pad afterwards.** Story Time in the Park is

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dependent on weather. Please check with the library for potential cancellations on cold or rainy days.

JUNE 16 • BOLINGBROOK

Family Movie - “Ferdinand.”

Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook. Saturday, June 16, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Family Movie - “Ferdinand:” Ferdinand was born to be a fighting bull, but he prefers flowers and friendship to training and fighting. All ages, preschoolers with an adult, Meeting Room A.

JUNE 17 • LISLE

Friend’s of the Library Concert: “Mustard’s Retreat.” Lisle Public Library, 777 Front St, Lisle. 2-4:45 p.m. David Tamulevich & Michael Hough, present traditional, contemporary & personal compositions. This program is a sharing of songs, more real & precious than just a “performance.” Meeting Room A/B.

JUNE 21 • SHOREWOOD

As the Page Turns. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Shorewood-Troy Public Library District Meeting Room A. Like to read? Like to read a variety of books on a variety of topics with a variety of people? Then this is the book club for you. Join us (during the day!) as we discuss what made us smile, cry, and cringe.

This month’s pick: The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton.

JUNE 22 • ROMEOVILLE

Teen After Hours Game Night. 4:45 PM - 7:00 PM. White Oak Library - Romeoville Branch Meeting Room A. Come hang out when the library is closed with your friends for pizza and game. We will be playing video games on the big screen and have plenty of table top games to play plus air conditioning!

JUNE 23 • LOCKPORT

Family Fun With LEGOS®. 11:00 AM 2:00 PM. White Oak Library - Lockport Branch Children’s Program Room. A Saturday dropin program for families! Bring all the kids!

You’ll each make a creation and we’ll put it on display! Stop by anytime between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.

Tuscan Sun. 12:30 - 3 p.m.Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “Under the Tuscan Sun” (PG-13), based on the memoir

by Frances Mayes. Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A

JULY 7 • NILES

New Release Movie – “The Shape of Water.” 1-3 p.m. Commons Meeting Room

JUNE 25 • LOCKPORT

A&B. Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St. Niles.

refreshments while watching “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (NR), based on the novella by Truman Capote. Lockport Branch, Meeting Room A.

JULY 9 • SHOREWOOD

Monday Movie Matinee – Breakfast at Tiffany’s. 12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and

Bring you babies and meet up with other Itty Bitty moms for stories, playtime, and light snacks. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch

Gross Out-lympics!. 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM. Shorewood-Troy Public Library DistrictMeeting Room A. Registration begins 6/11/2018 at 8:00 AM. Would you eat spaghetti with maple syrup and pickle juice? Or dig buried treasure out of tub of lard with only a toothpick? Then you sound prepared to compete in our 4th Annual Gross Out-lympics. Maaaaaybe! Ages 7-12

to bring as well! **Baby Picnic is held offsite at the Troy Township Community Center. Program will take place on the back patio area.**

July 13 • Lockport Graphic Novel Workshop for Tweens.

JUNE 29 • SHOREWOOD

Baby Picnic!. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Shorewood-Troy Public Library District Offsite

JUNE 30 • DOWNERS GROVE

Family Movie. Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove. June 30, July 7, Aug. 4, Aug. 25 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our giant screen! For families, for kids.

JUNE 30 • WOODRIDGE

New Movie Matinee: “Black Panther” (PG-13). 1-3:30 p.m. T’Challa, the King of

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. White Oak Library Lockport Branch Children’s Program Room.

In this library mini-camp, tweens will create a short form graphic novel. They will learn how to create characters, create a story arc and bind their finished books. A copy of the finished books will be on display in the library.

Registration is required and this camp occurs over 5 consecutive days. For more information, contact Elizabeth Sanderson esanderson@ whiteoaklibrary.org

Wakanda, rises to the throne in the isolated, technologically advanced African nation.

Closed captioning may be turned on. Patrons are welcome to bring their own snack. Bring a sweater. Mahlke Meeting Room. Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Dr., Woodridge.

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downtown plainfield farmers market June-August (Sundays) • Plainfield Noon-4 p.m. Downtown Plainfield, 15025 S. Illinois St. The Farmers Market will be located in the parking lot near the Plainfield Public Library. The market features fresh flowers, fruits, and vegetables in addition to baked goods and handcrafted items. For more information, contact Susan Bostanche at 630-608-7344.

JUNE - AUGUST (SUNDAYS) • PLAINFIELD

Farmers Market. Noon - 4 p.m. Downtown Plainfield, 15025 S. Illinois St. The Farmers Market will be located in the parking lot near the Plainfield Public Library. The market features fresh flowers, fruits, and vegetables in addition to baked goods and handcrafted items. For more information, contact Susan Bostanche at 630-608-7344.

JUNE 10 - NOVEMBER 4 (SUNDAYS) • SKOKIE

Skokie Farmers’ Market. 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie.

New this year, the Skokie Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). To further support SNAP recipients, we are offering a Match Program, allowing us to match recipients with up to $10 per day through the generous contribution of the NorthShore University HealthSystem. A wide selection of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables are always in abundance at the Farmers’ Market. Also available are fresh baked goods, farm fresh eggs, fresh fish and meat, a variety of mushrooms and cheeses, fresh cut flowers, plants and much more.

JUNE TO AUGUST (MONDAYS) • LOCKPORT

Lockport Farmers Market. 4-8 p.m. 222E. 9th St., Lockport. Some of the many items for sale at this market: baked goods, cheese, flowers, eggs, herbs, vegetables, honey, jams, maple, meats, plants and poultry. Credit cards accepted.

JUNE 6-SEPTEMBER 12 (WEDNESDAYS) • ROMEOVILLE

Romeoville Open Air Market (ROAM).

11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Edward Hospital Athletic

& Event Center, Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center, 55 Phelps Ave, Romeoville.

The fourteen-week schedule should give everyone in the community an opportunity to come out and do a little shopping in the warm weather.

JULY 11 TO SEPTEMBER 26 (WEDNESDAYS) • AURORA

Aurora Farmers Market West. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Aurora Plaza, 2131 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Our West location offers Aurora Farmers Market fans a mid-week, more intimate market experience with a variety of vendors.

JULY 11 TO AUGUST 15 (WEDNESDAYS) • JOLIET

Route 66 Street Market. 4-9 p.m. in downtown Joliet, along Chicago Street between Van Buren and W. Jefferson Streets.

Once again the annual market will feature vendors, downtown businesses, community partnerships, live entertainment and featured local breweries weekly.(815)774-6066, jolietdowntown.com

JUNE - OCTOBER (THURSDAYS) • LAGRANGE

La Grange Farmers Market. 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

La Grange Rd. and Harris Ave. Held weekly on Thursdays through October 26th. 7 am – 1 pm located at La Grange Rd. and Harris Ave, adjacent to Village Hall at 53. S. La Grange Rd. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections, plants and specialty services like knife-sharpening. Get tips for a healthy and sustainable lifestyle from local businesses in the Activity Tent; kids activities and live music vary. Convenient free parking.

JUNE - AUGUST (THURSDAYS) • WESTMONT Westmont Street Fair OpenMarket.

5-9 p.m. Each week, this event will offer and promote kids activities, live bands, free raffles, and other weekly special attractions.

The vendor selection process has been adjusted to allow for more of an open market with produce, artists, unique products and more. Event coincides with Cruisin’ Nights. For more information, visit www. westmontevents.com/Open_Market.html

JUNE 7 TO SEPTEMBER 27 (THURSDAYS) • NAPERVILLE

95th Street Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. 95 Street Library Parking Lot, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. www.napervilleparks.org/ farmersmarket

JUNE - SEPTEMBER (THURSDAYS) • BOLINGBROOK

The Marketplace. 4 - 9 p.m. The Promenade Bolingbrook. Shoppers have the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables and meats which have no nitrates or antibiotics added. In addition, the outdoor markets regularly feature fresh Amish baked goods, gourmet olive oils and vinegars, homemade granola, Italian specialties, pickles, jams, fresh free range eggs, cheese, all natural pet treats and pasta in a variety of delicious flavors. Other favorites include wonderful BBQ sauces and salsas.

JUNE-SEPTEMBER (THURSDAYS) • JOLIET Joliet Junior College Farmers Market.

2-6 p.m. at 215 S. Houbolt Road Joliet.

JUNE-SEPTEMBER (FRIDAYS) • JOLIET

Joliet Farmers’ Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

at downtown Joliet, Chicago Street from Van Buren to Jefferson Street. Baked goods, cheese, arts & crafts, flowers, herb, vegetables, honey, jams, nuts and plants. www.jolietdowntown.com

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • DOWNERS GROVE

Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station in the south parking lot off Burlington Avenue. On a typical Saturday you’ll find everything you need to prepare your weekend and weekly meals. Decorate your dinner table or home with fresh cut flowers or potted orchids. If you’re in the mood to shop for yourself or for gifts for others there are a variety of craft vendors. For more information, visit www. ymcachicago.org/indianboundary/pages/ special-events.

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • MORTON GROVE

Farmers Market. 8 a.m. to noon at 6210 Dempster St. Parking for customers, volunteers and vendors is located in the American Legion Civic Center lot, the Historical Museum lot and the Harrer Park/ pool parking lots.

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • PARK RIDGE

Farmers Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 15 Prairie Ave., between Main and Garden. A great selection of fruits, vegetables and other food products are available every week. This year is the 26th anniversary, and is sponsored

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World Famous Wheaton Illinois All Night Flea Market 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. wheaton DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton. Food, vendors and celebrity appearances. https://www.zurkopromotions.com/wheaton-illinois-all-night-fleamarket/

JUNE 2 - SEPTEMBER 1 (SATURDAYS) • LISLE

Lisle French Market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Prairie Walk Pond, Garfield Avenue just north of Burlington. With an abundance of local farmers, food and artisan vendors in each location, visitors will enjoy a variety of goods in these open-air markets that encourage community to gather, socialize and support small business.

JUNE 9 TO OCTOBER 20 (SATURDAYS) • AURORA

Montana Charlie’s Flea Market. 255 S

Market. July 8 at 9 a.m. - July 9 at 3 p.m.

Joliet Rd. Vendors at Montana Charlie’s offer an incredible variety of merchandise which can be found no place else. Located conveniently on Joliet Road just south of I55 this family friendly flea market also has a variety of vendors selling many different foods from around the world. We are open to the public from 8 a.m. through 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Come and spend the day exploring all that our vendors have to offer. It’s never the same experience twice!

Cost $7.00. Lake County Fairgrounds 1060 E Peterson Road, Grayslake, IL. Grayslake is a Chicago Illinois Antique Vintage Flea Market, which is mostly indoors in the winter – all under one large roof, as this is one of the few covered antique and flea markets in Chicago Illinois. A Chicago Illinois Antique and Flea Market place is a paradise for all kind of collectors: antique furniture, old paintings, used watches, old jewelry, silverware, toys, curiosa. Plenty of stands with antiques and collectibles from Chicago Illinois and the Midwest. Additionally, the Grayslake Illinois Antique and Flea Market holds

Aurora Farmers Market. 8 a.m. to noon at Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway, Aurora. Locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm preserves, artisan cheeses, Old World breads and a very diverse selection of handcrafted products at Illinois’ Oldest Farmers Market. Come taste the difference and get to know your farmer and producer personally. Discover new treats, sample delicious fresh produce, and connect with friends and neighbors. LINK is accepted and offers a Double Value Bonus to patrons at both of our Markets.

1ST WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH • ST. CHARLES

JUNE - SEPTEMBER (SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS) • BOLINGBROOK

JULY 8-9 • GRAYSLAKE

Kane County Flea Market. Saturday noon5 p.m., Sunday from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. at Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 South Randall Road, St. Charles. June 30/July 1 (split weekend), Aug. 4 and 5, Sept. 1 and 2, Oct. 6 and 7, Nov. 3 and 4, Dec. 1 and 2. One of the longest running, best antique and collectable Flea Markets in the world. The place for people to come and enjoy the fun of searching and finding the one thing they have sought for ages.

Grayslake Illinois Monthly Antique

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residents to hold their garage sales during the same weekend to bring out the bargain hunters en masse.

AUGUST 4 • WOODRIDGE

All Village Garage Sale. 8:30 a.m-1:30 p.m. at Echo Point Park, 8115 Woodridge Drive, Woodridge. Come early for great prices on hidden treasures at Woodridge’s biggest garage sale of the year! This event will be held at Echo Point Park, which features a beautifully shaded trail for you to follow as you search for a bargain. Food will be available to purchase to snack on while you shop.

AUGUST 18-19 • WHEATON

Scout Flea Market. 10826 IL-71. The is the

World Famous Wheaton Illinois All Night Flea Market. 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. at

2nd Sunday every month. Scout Flea Market is the perfect destination for anything unique, antique, vintage reclaimed, handmade, and well, there’s almost something for everyone.

DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton. Food, vendors and celebrity appearances. https://www.zurkopromotions. com/wheaton-illinois-all-night-flea-market/

AUGUST 3-5 • WESTMONT

SEPTEMBER 8 • PARK RIDGE

Community Garage Sale. 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Village Wide. Each year, the Village of Westmont and the Westmont Special Events Corporation (WSEC) organize a CommunityWide Garage Sale event, which encourages

Community-Wide Garage Sale. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. throughout Park Ridge. Find a map at parkridgecommunitywidegaragesale.com or call 847-685-2290

HAVING A GARAGE SALE AND WANT TO RUN IT IN THE BUGLE NEWSPAPERS? CALL US AT 815.436.2431

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JULY 13 • JOLIET

Friday Matinee: “Ferdinand.” 2-4 p.m.

Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Rd., Joliet, Meeting Rooms D and E. Come enjoy a movie and a snack in cool comfort with friends.

(Children of all ages with adult).

JULY 14 • BOLINGBROOK

Teen Movie Saturday - “The Greatest Showman.” Sing along to this fantastic film!

Light refreshments will be served. Grades 6–12 Fountaindale Public Library – Vortex.

Monday,

JULY 16 • BOLINGBROOK

A Rockin’ Double Feature . July 16: 1:30-

stolen the Brown family must help him find the thief. Runtime: 103 minutes. All ages, preschoolers with an adult, Meeting Room A.

AUGUST 12 • LISLE

JULY 23 • LOCKPORT

Among the songs will be “A Dying Cub Fan’s Last Request” and “Go, Cubs, Go”. Meeting Room A/B.

Monday Movie Matinee – Jaws. 12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments, and celebrate Shark Week, while watching “Jaws” (PG), based on the novel by Peter Benchley.

Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

JULY 27 • JOLIET

Friday Matinee: “A Wrinkle in Time.” 2 - 4 p.m. Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Rd., Joliet, Meeting Rooms D and E. Come enjoy a movie and a snack in cool comfort with friends. (Children of all ages with adult).

5:30 p.m. Watch two action-packed movies featuring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and “San Andreas.” Light refreshments will be served.

Grades 6–12 Fountaindale Public Library – Vortex.

Meeting Room A/B. at Lisle Public Library.

JULY 17 • ROMEOVILLE

AUGUST 3 • JOLIET

8:00 PM. Registration required. Romeoville Branch Meeting Room A. Come enter the world of wizard s and magic and try to escape alive! For more info, contact Cindy Shutts (815) 886-2030 cshutts@whiteoaklibrary.org

4 p.m. Ottawa Street Branch, 150 N. Ottawa St. Joliet, Meeting Room B. T’Challa, the King of Wakanda, rises to the throne in the isolated, technologically advanced African nation. (Rated PG-13)

JULY 17 • JOLIET

AUGUST 6 • SHOREWOOD

Street Branch, 150 N. Ottawa St Joliet, Meeting Room B. Reading takes you everywhere...come travel with us for our “Movin’ On Movie Marathon” featuring four feature films about traveling. Light refreshments will be provided.

10 a.m.-noon.: “Time Machine” 12-2 p.m.: “Time Traveler’s Wife” 2-4 p.m.: “The Lake House” 4-6 p.m.: “Jumanji”

Shorewood-Troy Public Library DistrictMeeting Room A. Registration required. Teens! Love regular sushi? Come on out to the library and try candy sushi! Ages 11-17

Harry Potter Escape Room. 6:00 PM -

Movin’ On Movie Marathon. Ottawa

July 19 • Lockport DIY Harry Potter Wands. 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM. White Oak Lockport Branch Children’s Program Room. Registration required.

Channel your inner Olivanders and get ready to head off to Hogwarts! We’ll be making our own wands! Ages 12 and up. For more info, contact Maisie Iven (815) 552-4260 miven@ whiteoaklibrary.org

JULY 21 • BOLINGBROOK

Family Movie - “Paddington 2.” 1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Paddington works odd jobs to earn money for a gift, but when it’s

JULY 29 • LISLE

Friend’s of the Library Concert: Folk duo Ashley & Simpson. 2-4:45 p.m. in

Friday Matinee: “Black Panther.” 12:30-

Candy Sushi. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

AUGUST 8 • BOLINGBROOK

Silent Movie Night featuring “Wings.”

7 - 8:30 p.m. World War I and America. Enjoy this classic silent film like never before, with live music accompaniment from organist Jay Warren. “Wings” is a 1927 romantic silent war film set during WWI. For teens and adults, Meeting Room A.

AUGUST 11 • WOODRIDGE

Friend’s of the Library Concert: James Curley presents a Tribute to Steve Goodman. 2-4:45 p.m. Lisle Public Library.

JOLIET

Healthy Summer Meals for Kids. First

refreshments while watching “Field of Dreams” (PG), adapted from the W.P. Kinsella novel “Shoeless Joe.” Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

Presbyterian Church, 805 Western Ave., Joliet. Monday through Friday, June 6 -August 17 (not July 4), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Children Kindergarten through 12th Grade will be served a FREE nutritious boxed lunch. Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m.

Open Gym. Tuesdays: Movie Days during lunch. Thursdays and Fridays: Craft/Board Game Days. This program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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AUGUST 13 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee – Field of Dreams. 12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and

School’s Out Movie: “Monster’s University”. 2-4 p.m. Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St. Niles.

AUGUST 23-25 • PLAINFIELD

Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Plainfield Public Library.

Pick up some great bargains at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale!

AUGUST 27 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee - The Natural.

12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “The Natural” (PG-13), based on the novel by Bernard Malamud. Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

SEPTEMBER 17 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee – Apollo 13.

12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “Apollo 13” (PG), based on the novel by James Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger.

Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

FREE SUMMER LUNCHES

New Movie Matinee: “A Quiet Place” (PG-13). 1 - 2:45 p.m. A family is forced to

BOLINGBROOK

live in silence while hiding from creatures that hunt by sound. Closed captioning may be turned on. Patrons are welcome to bring their own snack. Bring a sweater. Mahlke Meeting Room. Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Dr., Woodridge

Monday-Friday, June 4-Aug. 10, free meals for students of Valley View School District 365u.

Meals must be consumed on site. Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatics Center, 200 Lindsay Lane, 11-11:30 a.m. Annerino Center, 201 Recreation Dr., 11:40 – 12:10. Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W Briarcliff Rd., 12:20-1 p.m.

Free Lunches for Valley View Students.

Kids Lunch. Niles-Maine District Library .

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Noon - 12:45 pm. Kids up to age 18 can come and enjoy a free boxed lunch at the library.

Lunches provided by FSP, part of the Illinois Summer Meals program. Commons Meeting Room A&B. This program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

ROMEOVILLE

Free Lunches for Valley View Students.

Monday-Friday, June 4-August 10. Free meals for students of Valley View School District 365u. Meals must be consumed on site.

Boucher Prairie Park, 1649 Richfield Trail, 11-11:30 a.m. Romeoville Rec Center, 900 W Romeo Rd.,11:40 – 12:10. White Oak Library, 201 Normantown Rd., 12:20- 1 p.m.

WOODRIDGE

Woodridge Public Library Summer Lunch Program. Open to any child under the age of 18 on a first come, first served basis. Supporting local students and families throughout the summer with the opportunity to have a healthy meal and to learn about pantry support services, as well as library services, resources and programs. Mondays and Thursdays June 4 through August 9 Library Activity, 11:30 a.m. – Noon Lunch, Noon – 1 p.m. Time with a Teacher, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Location: Woodridge Library, 2nd Floor. Sponsored by Northern IL Food Bank and West Suburban Pantry; Community Partners include Volunteers from Woodridge Library, Volunteer Teachers from School District 68, and the Woodridge Police Department.

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Park Ridge Summer Concert Series June-July (Fridays) • Park Ridge Sponsored by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. Fridays at 8 p.m. Free, at Hodges Park, in front of City Hall, Park Ridge. Five concerts by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony, Barbara Schubert, music director and conductor

BOLINGBROOK

JOLIET

Grab a blanket, food and come out to enjoy six Chicago area bands. Concerts are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Village of Bolingbrook’s Performing Arts Center located at 375 W. Briarcliff Road (behind Village Hall/Town Center).

June 6: The Millennials, classic rock from the next generation June 13: Peace Road, Woodstock era rock June 20: Chi Town Soul, classic old school, r&b, and disco dance (60s-80s) June 27: Rosie & The Rivets, danceable music of the 1950s and early 1960s July 11: HIFI, superstar rock and dance party July 18: Freeze Dried, polka fused July 25: SHiNDiG, ‘60s tribute August 1: Kashmir, Led Zeppelin tribute August 8: The Instinct, high energy blues

201 Jefferson St., Joliet. Free community concerts every Thursday from June 7- August 30. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating.

Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot for both, Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. Concessions:$2 all-beef hot dogs, $1 popcorn, icy root beer floats & more. now offering beer, wine and spirits. NO outside alcohol is allowed. www.bicentennialpark.org/

Bolingbrook Summer Concert Series.

DOWNERS GROVE

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series.

Enjoy FREE live music on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. from May 29 through August 21 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, on Grove Street just west of Main Street. Food, wine and beer* will be available for purchase starting at 6 p.m. each week. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, outside food, outside non-alcoholic beverages. Dogs must be leashed at all times. leashes must be no more than six feet in length.

No outside alcoholic beverages allowed.

June 5: Rosie and the Rivets (50s & 60s Hits) June 12: Suburban Cowboys (Country) June 19: Classical Blast (Pop/Rock with Classical Instruments) June 26: Mellencougar (John Mellencamp tribute) July 3: Pirates Over 40 (Carribean/Buffett) July 10: Final Say (Pop/Rock) July 17: Generation (Oldies/Rock) July 24 : The Four C Notes (Four Seasons Tribute) July 31: Soda (Pop/Rock) August 7: Rockstar Rodeo (Country) August 14:Cadillac Groove (Horns/Classic Rock) August 21:The Rhythm Rockets (40s & 50s Jazz/ Rhythm & Blues)

Concerts in the Park. Bicentennial Park,

LISLE

Summer Entertainment Series. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the newly renovated Van Kampen Stage, Lisle Community Park, 1800 Short Street. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Bring your family, friends, chairs & blankets.

July 18: Heartache Tonight, Eagles tribute July 25: Mike Wheeler Band, Chicago blues August 1: Hillbilly Rockstarz, country hits August 8: Common Allies, 70s cover band

Lisle Community Band. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Lisle Park District Band Shell, east side of Lisle’s Sea Lion Aquatic Park. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a great evening with the family. Refreshments sold, courtesy of Faith United Methodist Church.

In case of rain or excessive heat, concerts are held in the Lisle High School Auditorium across the street.

June 21 July 4 at 11 a.m., 4th of July Parade July 12 July 19 July 26 August 2

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Concert Series. Harrer Park Pavilion. 6250 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Food service starts at 6 p.m. Food provided by a different restaurant each week.

June 19: The Student Body, high energy rock, pop, and alternative hits. Restaurant: China Chef

June 26: Five Days Named Moe, rock-n-roll.

Restaurant: Uni-Mart July 10: Jimmy Nick & Don’t Tell Mama, guitarslinging blues. Restaurant: Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas July 19: The Sting Rays (concert and car show) 50s, 60s, & 70s dance. Concert 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Restaurant: Charcoal Flame, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Car show, 6-8 p.m.

July 24: Wild Daisy, country favorites with a few pop/rock surprises thrown in. Restaurant: Dairy Queen.

July 31: Breakfast Club, radical sounds, styles, and way cool dance steps from the 1980s. Restaurant: Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas.

PARK RIDGE

Summer 2018 Concerts in the Park.

Sponsored by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society.

Fridays at 8 p.m. Free, at Hodges Park, in front of City Hall, Park Ridge. Five concerts by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony, Barbara Schubert, music director and conductor June 22:Beethoven and Beyond Beethoven’s exhilarating Symphony No. 7 in A Major and Dvorák’s charming Czech Suite open the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony’s 2018 season of Concerts in the Park.

June 29: American the Beautiful Celebrate the magnificent landscape of American with Grofé’s Grand Canyon Suite and works by Aaron Copland and Richard Rodgers. Celebrate Concerts in the Park with Park Ridge Community Women’s Raffle Basket Fundraiser today!!!

July 6: Spanish Soundscape Enjoy a “virtual visit” to Sunny Spain through the music of Bizet, Massenet, Fauré, and RimskyKorsakov, with his colorful Capriccio Espagnol.

Friday, July 13: Taste of Tchaikovsky Selections from Tchaikovsky’s exquisite ballet scores, plus his masterful Symphony No. 5 in E minor.

July 20: Broadway’s Best Familiar medleys from classic Broadway shows, plus highlights from Hamilton, Chicago, and other recent Broadway hits.

July 27: A Tribute to Benny Goodman, the King of Swing

Legendary jazz clarinetist and band leader Benny Goodman had an indelible impact on music history, ushering in the swing era of the 1930’s with an array of memorable tunes. Bonus oncert by the Brian Patti Big Band.

August 8: Tino & The Latin Swing Factor This energetic Latin band is heating up the dance floor with salsa, cumbia, and merengue music.

Enjoy free salsa lessons from 7:15-8 p.m.

PARK RIDGE

Concert at South Park. 833 W Talcott Rd..

August 10: The Stingrays, playing the greatest hits with energy, passion, and authenticity.

August 17: Tainted Jake, blends alt-rock and blues soul, performing chart-topping hits from the ‘60s to today - from The Rolling Stones and AC/DC to Foo Fighters and Mumford & Sons.

PLAINFIELD

Concert in Settlers’ Park. Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., 24401 W Lockport St. June 14: Second Hand Soul July 19: Final Say August 2: Billy Croft & The 5-Alarm

ROMEOVILLE

Rockin’ the Ville. Free concert series at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Thursday from 7-9 p.m. featuring live bands, food, and adult beverages. All park rules apply, no pets allowed.

June 14: Boy Band Review June 28: One of the Boyzz July 12: Back Country Roads July 26: Fletcher Rockwell August 9: Hair Band Night August 23: American English

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WESTMONT

Amphitheater at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Rd. The Flat Cats play vintage and modern music from swinging jazz and blues, contemporary classics to timeless standards. From 3-4 p.m. free swing lesson by Lux Dance Studio. Call 815-886-6222 for more information.

best music is right here in Westmont! We’ve got four great, FREE concerts showcasing a variety of music! Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, blankets and dance moves to our park and enjoy an evening of outdoor entertainment. Concerts will be held on Wednesday evenings from

Swing with the Flat Cats from 4-6 p.m. at the Romeoville Toyota

Summer Music Series. The

7-8:30 p.m. at various parks in our community – join the fun!

July 25: DuPage Band at Ty Warner Park, 800 North Blackhawk Drive August 1: The Neverly Brothers at Diane Main Park, 399 West 59th Street August 8: The Flat Cats at Veterans Memorial Park 141 S. Linden Ave. August 15: The Sting Rays at Veterans Memorial Park, 141 S. Linden Ave.

WOODRIDGE

Concert in the Park. Bring your chairs and blankets to a neighborhood park on Wednesday evenings this summer for a free concert in the park. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and run until approximately 8:30 pm.

June 20: The Niche Band at Lake Harriet, 7200 Woodridge Drive, 7-8:30 p.m.

June 27 : Kids Concertwith Scribble Monster at Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive, 7-8 p.m.

July 11: Brittany and the Spears at Mending Wall Park, 8406 Mending Wall Drive, 7-8:30 p.m.

July 18: The Nick Pont Arelli Band at Janes Avenue Park, 7-8:30 p.m.

July 25: Bopology at Seven Bridges Park, 6516 Green Road, 7-8:30 p.m.

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Depot Days. noon to 5 p:m. at the Museums at Station Park campus. 921 School Street, Lisle. The event is free to the public, and all ages are welcome.

Discover what life was like more than 100 years ago at Depot Days, where you’ll be transported back in time as you tour the Depot Museum, Beau Bien Tavern, Netzley/Yender House, and a working blacksmith shop. Or visit the historic Lisle Cemetery and search for some of Lisle’s earliest settlers. Visitors can also take a hayride, shop at the craft fair, observe the abundance of a historical fall garden, or enjoy the aroma of fresh baked apple pies and warm cornbread.

Watch demonstrations such as basket weaving, lace making, bee keeping, and more! There are also model railroad trains on display. http://lisleparkdistrict.org/ museumsatlislestationpark.html

SEPTEMBER 22 • JOLIET

Comic Book & Fantast Art Expo. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Joliet Area Historical Museum , 2014 N Ottawa Street , Joliet . Galaxy Comic Book and Fantasy Art Expo will immerse you in the world of comic books, fantasy art and authors; bringing together fans,

collectors, and even future writers and artists of tomorrow. Perfect for those who collect comics as well as those who like to casually read them. For those who even enjoy the look of fantasy art such as dragon’s realms of far off worlds. Spend the day talking with the artists, and authors who bring these worlds to life.

Meet the artists that work in the industry for the likes of Disney, Marvel, DC, Topps, Magic The Gathering. Take in a panel on a number of topics. Out side the norm of a basic banquet hall convention. Enjoy the challenge of the Expo hunt game for all ages and win free raffle ticket for the prize table.This is being held at the modern Joliet Area Historical Museum spread though all four floors. www.jolietmuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 23 • WOODRIDGE

Indian Summer Festival. Noon5 p.m. at Castaldo Park, 3024 71st Street, Woodridge. Bring your entire family out for the 27th Annual Indian Summer Festival.

Enjoy a bike ride or walk through the Woodridge Park District’s parks while participating in family events and eating a variety of food. Bring along clothes to make your own scarecrow - we supply the hay!

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PLAINFIELD

Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blanket and a bowl of popcorn! Our outdoor movie series features three movies that will be displayed on outside on an inflatable screen. Bring the whole family and enjoy a family-friendly movie (all movies are rated PG).

June 21: The Sandlot at Village of Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Rd. July 19: Ferdinand at AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center Bolingbrook, 500 Remington Blvd.

July 30: Coco at Bull Dog Park, 351 Blair Ln.

lawn chairs, blankets and bug spray, and join us for some great movies under the stars! All movies are shown in Settlers’ Park, 24401 W. Lockport St., with terraced seating and snacks available for purchase. If inclement weather is forecast, the movie will be cancelled. In case of cancellation, please call the Settlers’ Park Event Hotline at (815) 609-6124 after 4 p.m.

June 8: Despicable Me 3 June 22: The Lion King July 13: Coco July 27: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)

Movie Nights. 8:15 p.m. at various parks.

LISLE

Movies in the Park After Dark. Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chair, blankets and picnic baskets. All ages welcome! For more information, call the Lisle Recreation Center at 630-964-3410.

June 12: Despicable Me 3 at Beau Bien Park, 2600 Old Tavern Road June 26: Wonder Woman at River Road Park, 5600 River Road July 17: Coco at Woodglenn Park, 6400 Golfview Drive July 24: ET at Tate Woods Park, 736 Middleton Avenue August 7: Star Wars: The Last Jedi at Van Kampen Stage, 1800 Short Street

PARK RIDGE

Movies in the Park. 7 p.m.: It’s a SIT-in DRIVE-in at Prospect Park, 733 N Prospect Ave. Remember what great fun it was to pile everyone in the car and head out to a drive-in movie? Well, it’s back...kind of! It’s a screen, it’s in a park, it's movies you love, and it’s totally fun! Arrive early for concessions, face painting, and fun activities before the movie. In the event of inclement weather, movies will be shown indoors at the Paula Hassell O'Connor Community Building at Prospect Park. Face painting, concessions, and family activities!

Movies start at dusk.

July 19: Coco August 23: Paddington 2

Movies In The Park. 8:30 p.m. Pack up your

ROMEOVILLE

Movie Under the Stars. These FREE events feature pre-movie activities starting at 8 p.m.

Movies begin at dusk. All park rules apply; concessions will be open for food and drinks.

Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W Romeo Road June 11 - The Lion King (Rain date June 12) July 9 - The Greatest Showman (Rain date July 10)

WESTMONT

Movie in the Park. 8:30-11 p.m. Movie begins at dusk. Bring your own blankets and chairs to the Ty Warner Park Gazebo, Ty Warner Park, 801 Burr Oak Dr. Snacks can be purchased at The Backstop Concession stand.

July 20: Paddington 2 August 3: The LEGO Ninjago Movie.

WOODRIDGE

Movies Under the Moon. Fridays, family activies at 8 p.m. 8:45 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair and watch a movie at one of our parks.

Come early for family activities, which may include a craft, giveaways, vendors and/or games. Free. All ages.

June 29: Leap at Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive July 6: Despicable Me 3 at Mending Wall Park, 8406 Mending Wall Drive July 20: Up at Sunnydale Park, 2019 Wheeler.

August 3: Coco at Ide's Grove East Park, 8127 Meadowood Avenue,

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Classic Car Show. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Westfield Old Orchard West Lot, 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie. Every Monday, through Labor Day, September 3. Monday Night Car Shows, a 501(c)(3) organization, will collect donations to build a scholarship fund. Alcohol-free event. Themes range from Ladies Night to Truck Night. Free for spectators; $5 for show cars. Visit http:// www.mondaynightcarshows.com/events/ for more information.

June 4: British / Foreign Night June 11: Orphan Night June 18: Mopar Night June 25: 70s Night July 2: Red / White / Blue Night July 4: Skokie Parade July 9: Convertible Night July 16: Ladies’ Night July 23: Chevy Night July 30: ‘60s Night August 6: Hot Rod / Custom Night August 13: Ford / Lincoln / Mercury Night August 20: ‘50s Night August 27: Buick / Olds / Pontiac / Caddy Night September 3: Labor Day - Truck Night!

MONDAYS • LOCKPORT

Cruisin’ into Lockport. 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the Central Square and First Midwest Bank parking lots, 9th and Hamilton, through August 27. Come see the finest classic cars, enjoy live entertainment and shop and eat at our Food Court/Farmer’s Market open 4-8 p.m. There will be family entertainment including face painting, inflatables, free snow cones, and specialty nights.

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2018 Cruise Nights, 5–9 p.m. in downtown Plainfield boasts a wide array of stores, services, and restaurants that appeal to almost everyone! So, please bring the family and enjoy the hospitality of our business community and allow us to show off some of the finest vintage cars in the area. http://www.plainfieldchamber.com/ plainfield-cruise-night for more information.

June 12: Camaro Night with School of Rock June 19: Street Rod Night with D’Arcy June 26: Ford Night with Ken Overbey July 3: NO CRUISE NIGHT July 10: Import Night July 17: Classic Coupes/Sedans with School of Rock July 24: Mopar Night July 31: Pontiac Night with Ken Overbey August 7: Corvette Night August 14: Mustang Night with Ken Overbey August 21: Final Cruise Night with School of Rock

WEDNESDAYS • NAPERVILLE

2018 Classic Cruise Night. 5 to 9 p.m., every Wednesday, at Braconi’s Restaurant & Pizzeria, 796 Royal Saint George, Naperville.

Through September 12(July 4th show moved to Sunday, July 1). Awards and restaurant discounts at the 13th season, with themes ranging from American Graffiti to Cadillacs and Elvis Night. No fees. https://braconis. com/

THURSDAYS • FRANKFORT

Frankfort Car Club Cruise Night. 5 to 9

p.m. at the intersection of Kansas and White Streets, downtown Frankfort. First organized in 1976, this themed cruise night requesting food pantry donations. Visit http://www. frankfortcarclub.club/events.htm or contact Larry Loven (708)519-0115 for more information.

June 7: Street rods, customs and lead sleds June 14: Buicks and Cadillacs June 21: Corvettes June 28: Trucks and car-based pickups July 5: Military vehicles July 12: Race cars July 19: Vintage scooters and motorcycles (25 years and older) July 26: Fords, Thunderbirds and Lincolns August 2: Chevrolets August 9: Pre-war/stock and 1900-1942 vehicles August 16: Orphan cars, inclunding Oldsmobiles, Plymouths, Pontiacs and Mercurys August 23: Rear engine, mid-engine and import cars August 30: No Cruisin’ night (Fall Fest) September 6: Survivor cars (original, not restored) September 13: Station wagons and utility vehicles

THURSDAYS • ROMEOVILLE

Route 66 Car & Bike Shows. 6-8 p.m. at Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center, 55 Phelps Ave., Romeoville. Event includes a classic car & bike show, live music, kids activities and food and beverages!

Admission is free for spectators. Interested in entering your car or motorcycle? Contact Showcase Classics at (866)4RSHOWS, showcaseclassics.com, or register on-site.

June 21, July 19 and August 16

THURSDAYS • WESTMONT

Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair. 5-7 p.m. in downtown Westmont on Cass Ave. Each week will feature a theme, live music, kids activities and plenty of classic cars.

FRIDAYS • PARK RIDGE

Cruisin Park Ridge. 6-9 p.m. First Fridays, June-August, at Park Ridge library lot and on Summit Ave. between Touhy and Prospect.

Fun for the whole family! Live entertainment, food, beer/wine, bounce house and, of course, cars, cars, cars! Free to exhibit your car! Free to attend! www.parkridgechamber. org

WEDNESDAYS • LEMONT

Lemont Legends Cruise Nights. 6-9 p.m. at 300 Main Street, Lemont. Lemont Legends Cruise Nights in historic downtown Lemont now featuring the Artisan Market (from 4-7 p.m.) in Legion’s Park. The Car Show and Market will feature new car schedule, pet night, kids night, local bands, local organization appreciation.

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26th Annual Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m., at downtown Downers Grove. Classic cars line the streets, with a featured make/model every week.. No alcohol, no coolers on the sidewalk and no burnouts. Visitor parking is available in surrounding lots as well as the Parking Deck at Curtiss St. and Mochel Dr. www. downtowndg.org June 8 - Model “T” and “A” Ford Clubs Night (all non-club T’s and A’s welcome) with J&D Just Friends (Classic Rock ‘60s-’70s).

June 15 - Air Cooled (Corvair, Porsche, VW, etc.) with Night Life Band (‘50s-’60s & Country).

June 29 - Pontiac “GTO” with Another Pint (Irish & Pop Covers).

July 6 - Orphan out of Production Manufacturers AMC, Hudson, Nash, Packard, Studebaker, etc. - No GM, Ford, Chrysler Products with The Generation Gap (Classic Rock ‘60s-’80s) July 13 - Thunderbird with Connie & Vernam Cipher (Roots Rock Covers).

July 20 - Chrysler Corporation/MOPAR with Trio (acoustic rock in pure three part harmony ‘60s-’70s).

July 27 - Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac with Circle of Fifths (Classic Rock ‘60s-Today August 3 - Pony cars: Mustang, Camaro, Firebird, Barracuda, Javelin, etc. with The Bossy Dog Band (Classic Rock & Country).

August 10 - Imports (British, German, Italian, Japanese, etc.) with Vinyl Destination (Arena rock from late ‘60s-early ‘80s).

August 17 - Trucks, Fire and Emergency Vehicles, Farm Tractors with All Hats No Cattle (Bluegrass).

August 24 - Convertibles with Soul Patch Monkey (Classic Rock).

August 31 - Corvette with Zazz (Alternative Jazz Quintet).

FRIDAYS • WHEATON

Vintage Rides Night. 6 to 9 p.m. at 129 West Front Street, Wheaton. From Ford Model Ts to Tesla Model Ss, this familyfriendly show is a party in downtown Wheaton, with DJs, food and fun. New this year, the Show will move south of the train tracks to Hale Street between Liberty and Willow!. Please note that Hale Street between Liberty and Willow is closed at 5

p.m. to allow classic cars to arrive and park.

Space is available on a first come, first served basis. http://downtownwheaton.com/event/ vintage-rides-car-show/

SATURDAYS • LOMBARD

Lombard Cruise Nights. 6 to 10 p.m. near St. Charles and Main streets. Live music complement classic cars at this familyfriendly cruise night that is in its 19th year.

The third year of Kids Corner offers a free craft or game from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. https:// www.villageoflombard.org/629/CruiseNights June 16: Hello Weekend - Today’s top favorite hits June 23:.Rocks Off – The Rolling Stones tribute band June 30: Rosie & the Rivets - Retro Rock & Roll from the 1950s – 1960s July 7: NO EVENT – JULY 4TH July 14: Neverly Brothers - Rock n’ Roll Tribute from Elvis to the Beatles July 21: LTC Family Night July 28: Heartache Tonight – An Eagles tribute band

August 4: 7DEEZ Band – Interactive dance band featuring disco August 11: Breakfast Club Band – 1980s cover band August 18: R-Gang – Motown, R&B, funk & soul band August 25: American English – Beatles tribute band

SATURDAYS • LISLE

Downtown Lisle Cruise Nights & Block Party. 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Lisle.

These fun and family-friendly events are the perfect way to enjoy warm, summer nights. During events, Main Street is closed and is transformed into a block party where unique cars are displayed. Enjoy music, food, beverages, prizes, raffles and more. These free events are coordinated by the Chamber’s Downtown Business Council. Cruise Nights & Block Parties are held from 6 to 9 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month from May through August in Downtown Lisle. For more information, visit the Lisle Chamber website or call (630) 964-0052.

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Crest Hill

Whalon Lake

DuPage River Trail

Location. On Royce Road, west of Route 53/ Bolingbrook Drive in Naperville What it offers. Hiking and running trails, fenced in off-leash dog park, fishing, picnicking, and great location for beginner canoeing or kayaking.

Location. The Forest Preserve District has developed three segments of the trail, totaling 7 miles in Will County. The southern segment may be accessed from the following locations: Hammel Woods-Crumby Recreation Area (Black Road, Shorewood), Hammel Woods-DuPage River Access (Black Road, Shorewood), Hammel Woods-Route 59 Access (Route 59, Shorewood) What it offers. The DuPage River Trail is a work in progress through a partnership between the Forest Preserve District and 12 other agencies. The trail is planned to travel 34 miles from Channahon north to DuPage County. Officials from the Forest Preserve District of Will County and the Naperville Park District gathered at Knoch Knolls Park in Naperville on Tuesday, May 17, to break ground for a 1-mile extension of the DuPage River Trail.

Bolingbrook • Naperville

des plaines river trail Des Plaines

Location. North Branch Trail between Caldwell and Devon avenues and the Chicago Botanic Garden What it offers. Beautiful views for running and hiking of the Chicago Botanic Garden, wetlands and Independe Grove Forest Preserve.

Centennial Trail/I&M Canal Trail Lockport

Joliet

Location. Trail travels 10.81 miles from the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site north through Lockport and Romeoville to the Cook County line What it offers. Biking, Hiking and running through connections to the Forest Preserve District’s Centennial Trail, which travels north 3.16 miles to Schneider’s Passage/Isle a la Cache in Romeoville. This flat, crushed limestone segment of the trail travels along the I&M Canal through woodland. At the Cook County line, the north end of the trail connects to the Forest Preserve District of Cook County’s Centennial Trail.

Shorewood + Joliet

Lake Renwick Bikeway

Plainfield

Location. The Lake Renwick Bikeway travels 3.35 miles through Lake Renwick Preserve.

The trail may be accessed from the following locations: Lake Renwick Preserve-Turtle Lake Access (Lockport Street, Plainfield) Lake Renwick Preserve-Plainfield Township Access What it offers. The Lake Renwick Bikeway is a flat, paved linear and loop trail and travels 3.35 miles through wetland and around Budde Lake. It is ideal for biking, hiking, running and in-line skating.

Location. This Marsh can be accessed off of Gaylord near Theodore and Caton Farm What it offers. Theodore Marsh protects a diversity of habitats, including forest, prairie, wetland, and a portion of Rock Run. This is great for biking running, picnicking and walking. The Rock Run Greenway Trail and Joliet Junction Trail connect to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ crushed limestone I&M Canal State Trail to provide a 16-mile, mostly paved loop trail.

Hidden Lake County Forest Preserve

Downers Grove

Location. Located off of Butterfield Road What it offers. Two lakes and the East Branch of the DuPage River make the 393-acre Hidden Lake Forest Preserve in Downers Grove an ideal place to fish, hike or just relax. The preserve is one of the few places in the county where visitors can hear spring peepers in the wooded ponds.

It’s also home to King’s Grove, a remnant woodland of red, white, and bur oaks.

Miami Woods Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

Lemont

Location. Can be accessed from Cass Avenue or Lemont Road What it offers.. Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve is a forest preserve in southern DuPage County. It is known for its waterfall, which actually is a dam, which is in its ravine.

It completely surrounds Argonne National Laboratory.

Isle a la Cache Reservation

Romeoville

Morton Grove

Location. N Caldwell Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053 What it offers. 113 acres of restored woodlands & prairies, featuring a 1.5-mile paved path for biking & walking.

Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Niles

Location. N Branch Trail, Niles What it offers. The North Branch Trail is ideal for hiking, running and biking.

Location. Located on Romeo Road/135th Street, east of Route 53 in Romeoville What it offers. Isle a la Cache protects a diversity of habitats, including forest, prairie, wetland, and a portion of the Des Plaines River. Includes trails for biking, hiking and running.

Iroquois Woods

Fullersburg County Forest Preserve

Location. 2668 East 873 Road, Oglesby What it offers. Starved Rock State Park is a state park in the U.S. state of Illinois, characterized by the many canyons within its 2,630 acres. Hiking, fishing & boating in a historic landmark area

Oak Brook

Location. 309 Spring Rd, Oak Brook What it offers. Great for running, hiking, taking photos or nature walks.

Park Ridge

Location. 2300 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge What it offers. Ideal for summer picnics by Axehead Lake.

Starved Rock State Park

Oglesby

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JUNE 2 AND 3 • BOLINGBROOK

Cavalcade of Planes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bolingbrook’s Clow International Airport, 130 Clow International Pkwy C, Bolingbrook. A great family event that gives everyone the chance to see many types of aircraft, both flying and on the ground. Both days also including skydiving, formation flying, helicopter demonstrations, and much more! Check out the Illinois Aviation Museum as well while you’re there. You can pre-purchase tickets for $5 per adult and $3 per child at calvalcadeofplanes.com. Day of event tickets are $6.

JUNE 8 • JOLIET

7th Annual New Orleans North noon 4 p.m. at Downtown Joliet N. Chicago St./ Van Burren. An early summer outdoor Mardi Gras-style event featuring bands, beer tents, and Cajun food. The New Orleans atmosphere is enhanced with Hurricane drinks, a stilt walker, jugglers and other street performers.

JUNE 10 • PARK RIDGE

Wine Walk. noon-4 p.m. in Uptown Park Ridge. Attendees will receive a passport to visit each participating business. When a completed passport is turned in, you will receive a raffle ticket to win several prizes (gift certificates donated by participating chamber member businesses). Starts at Fitness Formula Clubs, 826 W. Touhy Ave., ends at Houlihan’s Restaurant, 550 W. Touhy Ave. www.parkridgechamber.org

JUNE 13-17 • WOODRIDGE

Woodridge Jubilee. All day to midevening at Woodridge and Center drives, Woodridge. Carnival rides, live music and a variety of food…summer doesn’t get any better than that! You’ll find that and much more at the 34th Annual Woodridge

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Jubilee, organized by the Woodridge Park District and Village of Woodridge. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, enjoy entertainment, delicious food, beverages and bingo. On Saturday, June 16, don’t miss the free children’s activities along with carnival rides, food, beverages, entertainment and fireworks. The carnival will also be open on Sunday afternoon.

JUNE 14 • PLAINFIELD

Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival. 5:30-10 p.m. at 14903 S Center St, Unit 109, 14903 S Center St, Unit 109, Plainfield. Join the Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce for the inaugural Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival. Ticket price includes: Live music, 1 BBQ Food Ticket and 3 Drink Coupons, one at each location. Live Music performed

by Chicago Blues Angels, The Whiskeys and Michael Metoyer. Participating Companies: Werk Force Brewing Co , Warehouse 109, Tailwinds Distilling and Baby Back Blues BBQ. www.warehouse109. com, www.werkforcebrewing.com, www. tailwindsdistilling.com, babybackblues.com

JUNE 14-17 • LOCKPORT

Old Canal Days. Throughout the weekend at downtown Lockport. Carnival, craft show, beer garden, parade, Native American experience, car show, live bands. www. oldcanaldays.com

JUNE 21-24 • DOWNERS GROVE

Rotary GroveFest. Downtown Downers Grove, Main Street, train tracks south to Curtiss St. This family-friendly event starts Thursday when the carnival comes to town! Friday evening officially kicks off the event with the parade following. The main stage will be located at Central Square with a beer and wine tent and exceptional entertainment lined up throughout the

entire weekend; and the craft show will run Saturday and Sunday between 6th Street and 8th Street on State. There are numerous activities and exhibits scheduled at the Lincoln Landing as well as Heritage Village.

JUNE 24 • BOLINGBROOK

34th Annual Village Picnic. Noon - 6 p.m. behind Town Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road. Art in the Park, community organizations selling food, climbing treadwall, petting zoo, free hot dogs, bingo, hot dog eating contest, egg toss contest, pony rides, kiddie obstacle, fishing derby, trackless train rides, senior tent, fun games. bbcca.org/villiage-picnic.

JUNE 24 • SHOREWOOD

Shorewood Kite Fest 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Cene’s Four Seasons Park. 25520 W Seil Rd, Shorewood. Bring your kite or purchase one at the park. Professional kite flyers to demonstrate ties, large show kites and sport kites.

JULY 26 • NILES

Niles Cycling Classic. at Notre Dame College Prep, Niles, Professional cycling comes to Niles this summer! Introducing the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niles Cycling Classic. The Village’s traditional Bike Niles Fest has evolved into a new high-energy, family-friendly all-day event. The Niles Cycling Classic is a part of the Intelligentsia Cup, a multi-day cycling tournament that includes sites throughout Chicago. Racing begins at 10 a.m., with professional races starting at 5:05 p.m. and a family fun ride at 6:15 p.m. The race course goes right through the streets of Niles.

JUNE 27 • JOLIET

Race Fan Rally. 5- 10 p.m. in downtown Joliet at Chicago Street between Cass and

Jefferson Streets, N Chicago Street, Joliet.

Each year, members of the Will County Center for Economic Development and the Joliet City Center Partnership host a oneday fest on the streets of downtown Joliet to kick off the NASCAR race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway.

JUNE 27-JULY 1 • LISLE

Lisle Eyes to the Skies. Carnival kicks of 5 days of this annual event in Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short Street in Lisle. The five days include the carnival, balloon launch, craft and food vendors, kids activities and entertainment and evening concerts. https://www.eyestotheskies.org/ food/

JUNE 28-JULY 1 • NILES

St. John Brebeuf Summer Fest and Carnival.

6-10 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish, 8301 N. Harlem Ave., Niles. Enjoy summer days with rides, games, food pancake breakfast and live entertainment! Purchase a Mega Pass before June 27th. Contact SJB (847) 966-8145.

JUNE 30 -JULY 4 • MORTON GROVE

Morton Grove Days. at American Legion Memorial Civic Center, 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove. Five days of food rides, bands, games, activities, a parade and with fireworks to close the festival. mortongrovedays.org

JULY 3 • ROMEOVILLE

Independence Day Celebration. 6-9:30 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Rd. Activities, food and live bands. Live music by the Ron Burgundys (6-7 p.m.) and Wedding Banned (7:30-9:30 p.m.); 9:30 p.m. fireworks show at Village Park (900 W. Romeo Rd.) All park rules apply; no pets allowed.

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friendly neighborhoods! This 3.1-mile USATF certified course is well marked with split times at every mile and chip timing. Awards for first through third place finishers in each age group. This 5K qualifies for the Oswego Triple Race Series. The One Mile Prairie Dog Jog race begins directly following the 5K start at the Prairie Point walking path. Competitive runners start at the front of the pack, and those with pets start directly behind. All dogs must be on a leash and current with their shots. https://www.oswegolandparkdistrict. org/event/prairiefest-5k/

Community Park, Lisle, IL that is well-marked and well-decorated. Runners will travel in the clockwise direction with enough variation to not need to switch directions during the race. The course will be mostly flat with some elevation change near the stage and natural amphitheater. The 5K runners will start at the Lisle High School parking lot and run a small stretch of road until they hit a paved running trail which they will take on their journey in and around Lisle Community Park. Runners will share the same section of trail for the last part of the 5K loop until they reach the school again. http://runners4wellness.com/ events/christmas-in-july-races/lisle/

JUNE 21 • NEW LENOX

JULY 14 • DARIEN

mission to help people with disabilities and mental illness so that they may flourish and live full and abundant lives. The Trinity Triumph 5K Run/Walk begins in the heart of the picturesque Village of New Lenox Commons. Check-in and late registration begins at 6 p.m. at the Pavilion. Runners start at 7 p.m. and 5K walkers follow behind. http://trinitytriumph.com/

miles of pure painful bliss! THE ORIGINAL EXTREME 10 is a 10 mile trail race that begins and ends with a mad dash from the frontage road east of Lemont Road that will funnel racers onto the crushed limestone trail of Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve. You will race on a looped path of rolling hills and beautiful scenery. Big Bertha (no offense intended if your name is Bertha and you are big) is waiting at mile 7.5. Prepare yourself!

All for a great low, low price of just $49.95!

Enjoy a well earned breakfast provided by the one and only Chuck’s BBQ! Yes, he does breakfast as well as he does BBQ! Run hard and finish HUNGRY! Proceeds from this one of a kind trail race will support a one of a kind charity, Big Rig Books! http://www. wfgxtreme10.com/

Prairiefest 5k. Run through Oswego’s

Trinity Triumph. Support Trinity Services’

JULY 7 • JOLIET

Bubble Run. At Chicagoland Speedway – 500 Speedway Blvd. Joliet, IL 60433. the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across 3 miles of absolute fun!

Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Then, at each kilometer, participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe! Bubbleteers and charity partners will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each of the four Foam Bogs are represented by different colored foam.

So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe. http://bubblerun.com/upcominglocations/chicago-il/

JULY 13-14 • LISLE

Christmas in July Races. The 6/12/24Hour races will take runners on a 1.56637KM (or 0.9732971994 mile) USATF certified paved loop course around a lake in Lisle

Original Waterfall Glen Xtreme. 10

JULY 14 • PLAINFIELD

Ice Cream Run. July 15th is National Ice Cream Day!! What better way to celebrate than with Proceeds for this event stay in the community! A portion of the proceeds will go directly to Green Harvest Food Pantry in Plainfield. Purchasing a race shirt is optional, however a large portion of the proceeds from shirt sales will also go to the food pantry. https://www.active.com/plainfield-il/running/ distance-running-races/ice-cream-run5k-2018

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roads and a new 5k course route in 2017 that we are proud to declare our best ever!

Of course, the Sundowner wouldn’t be complete without the Splash Dash – a 1 Mile Junior Jog for kids ages 6-12 and a 50 Yard Dash for kids age 6 and under. All youth participants will receive a custom t-shirt and medal.http://www.jpdrun3.com/ Sundowner-5k.php

to pros, everyone can find their place at the annual Naperville Sprint Triathlon in Centennial Park. The Sprint Triathlon is a 375 meter swim, 22K bike and 5K run.

(New in 2018!) The Duathlon is a 1 mile run, 22K bike and 5K run. The Aquabike is a 375 meter swim and a 22K bike. The Kids Triathlon is a 175 meter swim, 11K bike and a 5K run. http://napervilletri.events/

JULY 21 • OAK PARK

AUGUST 12 • WOODRIDGE

Race event commences at 7:45 a.m. adjacent to Scoville Park. This is a family friendly event that draws from the Oak Park area and beyond. This community event brings out hundreds to participate in the Running of the Bulls 8K race. The race is a flat, fast 8K-race course featuring the Hemingway District area, historical homes and Scoville Park, We will be awarding age group awards for top runners and a cash purse so we are sure to attract quality runners of all ages. So come on out, and enjoy the fun as we celebrate one of our own, with the Running of the Bulls! http:// hemingway8k.com/

Race welcomes athletes of all abilities, age, shapes, sizes and experience.Main Event: 250 Yard Pool Swim • 10K Bike • 2 Mile Run; Kids Event (Ages 12 & younger): 100 Yard Pool Swim • 5K Bike • 1 Mile Run. Fee includes: Chip Timing, Performance T-shirt, BIB #, BIB # Body Tattoos, Water/Sport Drinks/Fruit/Nutrition Bars, Finishing Medals for all Athletes, Placement Award Medals, Eligibility for Grand Prize Triathlon Bike (winner must be present), On-site Vendor Give-a-ways, Post Event sandwich and Beverage of Choice (Beer or Soft Drink). Fees listed above do not include ItsRaceTime, Inc. processing fee. There is no race day registration. https://runsignup.com/Race/ IL/Woodridge/MiniTriathlon?aflt_token=vk mwDmweQ4iCYn8otSOOnKQ3vCO8buOw

Hemingway 8K Running of the Bulls.

JULY 29 • LISLE

Gratitude & Grace Race. The electronically-timed 5K run is on a grass course that follows the Lisle High School cross country course through this scenic park, going around ponds, crossing bridges, and traversing a hill before finishing next to a shelter where an assortment of breakfast foods and drinks will be available. Age group awards will be given, along with a cash prize (gift certificate) for the overall male and female winners. All participants will receive race bags and a t-shirt. The 3K walk takes place on the paved paths that wind through the park.

This family-friendly event features a moon jump for kids, a continental breakfast, and some exciting raffle prizes. All proceeds will benefit Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and Feed My Starving Children. http://gratitudegracerace.itsyourrace.com/ event.aspx?id=3064

Sundowner 5k. Come “home” to this

AUGUST 5 • NAPERVILLE

summer running tradition! We’ve spruced up the place a bit … including freshly paved

at Centennial Beach Park. From beginners

Naperville Sprint Triathlon. Starting

Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon.

AUGUST 25 • BOLINGBROOK

Parkie’s Famous 5K & 10K & Kid’s Fun Dash. Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex, 200 S. Lindsey Ln. There are so many NEW aspects to this race that we’re excited to bring you! We will still have the flat, fast course that you’ve loved about previous years races, but we’ve stepped up our game in the party department. To keep with the feel of our community race, we’ve partnered with Famous Dave’s in Bolingbrook (located at 704 Janes Ave.) to bring you the ultimate in race experiences. You want food? You got it! All runners will receive a BBQ sandwich and two sides, along with a free bottle of Famous Dave’s BBQ sauce. You want more?

We got that too! Check out what’s new in this year’s Parkie’s Famous 5K/10K. http:// www.bolingbrookparks.org/en/trending/ mark-your-calendars/parkies-5k-10k/

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Northeastern Region Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 542 N Route 21 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4636 Key Lime Cove 1700 Nations Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (877) 360-0403 Hidden Creek Aqua Park 1220 Fredrickson Place Highland Park, IL 60035 (847) 433-3170 Mystic Waters 2025 Miner Street Des Plaines, IL (847) 391-5740

Southern Region Anthony Acres Resort 15286 North Resort Road Effingham, IL 62401 (217) 868-2950

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Rainbow Falls 200 Rev Morrison Blvd.

Elk Grove Village, IL (847) 437-9494 Coral Cove Water Park 849 Lies Road Carol Stream, IL 60188 (630) 784-6130 Dolphin Cove 300 South Kennedy Drive Carpentersville, IL 60110 (847) 836-7946 Cypress Cove 8301 Janes Avenue Woodridge, IL 60517 (630) 985-5620 Pelican Harbor 200 S. Lindsey Lane Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 759-2727

Western Region Knights Action Park 1700 Recreation Drive Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 546-8881 Caribbean Water Adventure 1700 Recreation Drive Springfield, IL 62707 (217) 546-8881

Eastern Region Splash Valley Aquatic park 1850 River Road Kankakee, IL 60901 (815) 929-9779

Northwestern Region Magic Waters 7820 Cherryvale North Blvd.

Cherry Valley, IL 61016 (815) 332-3260

Splash Station Waterpark 2780 U.S. Route 6 Joliet, IL 60436 (815) 741-7250 Phillips Park 828 Montgomery Road Aurora, IL (630) 851-8686 Splash Country 195 S. Barnes Road Aurora, IL (630) 906-7981 Raging Waves 4000 N Bridge Street Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 882-6575

Raging Rivers Great River Road Grafton, IL 62037 (618) 786-2345 Splash City Family Waterpark 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL (618) 346-4571

Anderson Park & Aquatic Center 100 S Maple Street Normal, IL (309) 454-9550

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downtown plainfield farmers market June-August (Sundays) • Plainfield Noon-4 p.m. Downtown Plainfield, 15025 S. Illinois St. The Farmers Market will be located in the parking lot near the Plainfield Public Library. The market features fresh flowers, fruits, and vegetables in addition to baked goods and handcrafted items. For more information, contact Susan Bostanche at 630-608-7344.

JUNE - AUGUST (SUNDAYS) • PLAINFIELD

Farmers Market. Noon - 4 p.m. Downtown Plainfield, 15025 S. Illinois St. The Farmers Market will be located in the parking lot near the Plainfield Public Library. The market features fresh flowers, fruits, and vegetables in addition to baked goods and handcrafted items. For more information, contact Susan Bostanche at 630-608-7344.

JUNE 10 - NOVEMBER 4 (SUNDAYS) • SKOKIE

Skokie Farmers’ Market. 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie.

New this year, the Skokie Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). To further support SNAP recipients, we are offering a Match Program, allowing us to match recipients with up to $10 per day through the generous contribution of the NorthShore University HealthSystem. A wide selection of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables are always in abundance at the Farmers’ Market. Also available are fresh baked goods, farm fresh eggs, fresh fish and meat, a variety of mushrooms and cheeses, fresh cut flowers, plants and much more.

JUNE TO AUGUST (MONDAYS) • LOCKPORT

Lockport Farmers Market. 4-8 p.m. 222E. 9th St., Lockport. Some of the many items for sale at this market: baked goods, cheese, flowers, eggs, herbs, vegetables, honey, jams, maple, meats, plants and poultry. Credit cards accepted.

JUNE 6-SEPTEMBER 12 (WEDNESDAYS) • ROMEOVILLE

Romeoville Open Air Market (ROAM).

11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Edward Hospital Athletic

& Event Center, Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center, 55 Phelps Ave, Romeoville.

The fourteen-week schedule should give everyone in the community an opportunity to come out and do a little shopping in the warm weather.

JULY 11 TO SEPTEMBER 26 (WEDNESDAYS) • AURORA

Aurora Farmers Market West. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Aurora Plaza, 2131 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Our West location offers Aurora Farmers Market fans a mid-week, more intimate market experience with a variety of vendors.

JULY 11 TO AUGUST 15 (WEDNESDAYS) • JOLIET

Route 66 Street Market. 4-9 p.m. in downtown Joliet, along Chicago Street between Van Buren and W. Jefferson Streets.

Once again the annual market will feature vendors, downtown businesses, community partnerships, live entertainment and featured local breweries weekly.(815)774-6066, jolietdowntown.com

JUNE - OCTOBER (THURSDAYS) • LAGRANGE

La Grange Farmers Market. 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

La Grange Rd. and Harris Ave. Held weekly on Thursdays through October 26th. 7 am – 1 pm located at La Grange Rd. and Harris Ave, adjacent to Village Hall at 53. S. La Grange Rd. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections, plants and specialty services like knife-sharpening. Get tips for a healthy and sustainable lifestyle from local businesses in the Activity Tent; kids activities and live music vary. Convenient free parking.

JUNE - AUGUST (THURSDAYS) • WESTMONT Westmont Street Fair OpenMarket.

5-9 p.m. Each week, this event will offer and promote kids activities, live bands, free raffles, and other weekly special attractions.

The vendor selection process has been adjusted to allow for more of an open market with produce, artists, unique products and more. Event coincides with Cruisin’ Nights. For more information, visit www. westmontevents.com/Open_Market.html

JUNE 7 TO SEPTEMBER 27 (THURSDAYS) • NAPERVILLE

95th Street Farmers Market. 3-7 p.m. 95 Street Library Parking Lot, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. www.napervilleparks.org/ farmersmarket

JUNE - SEPTEMBER (THURSDAYS) • BOLINGBROOK

The Marketplace. 4 - 9 p.m. The Promenade Bolingbrook. Shoppers have the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables and meats which have no nitrates or antibiotics added. In addition, the outdoor markets regularly feature fresh Amish baked goods, gourmet olive oils and vinegars, homemade granola, Italian specialties, pickles, jams, fresh free range eggs, cheese, all natural pet treats and pasta in a variety of delicious flavors. Other favorites include wonderful BBQ sauces and salsas.

JUNE-SEPTEMBER (THURSDAYS) • JOLIET Joliet Junior College Farmers Market.

2-6 p.m. at 215 S. Houbolt Road Joliet.

JUNE-SEPTEMBER (FRIDAYS) • JOLIET

Joliet Farmers’ Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

at downtown Joliet, Chicago Street from Van Buren to Jefferson Street. Baked goods, cheese, arts & crafts, flowers, herb, vegetables, honey, jams, nuts and plants. www.jolietdowntown.com

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • DOWNERS GROVE

Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station in the south parking lot off Burlington Avenue. On a typical Saturday you’ll find everything you need to prepare your weekend and weekly meals. Decorate your dinner table or home with fresh cut flowers or potted orchids. If you’re in the mood to shop for yourself or for gifts for others there are a variety of craft vendors. For more information, visit www. ymcachicago.org/indianboundary/pages/ special-events.

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • MORTON GROVE

Farmers Market. 8 a.m. to noon at 6210 Dempster St. Parking for customers, volunteers and vendors is located in the American Legion Civic Center lot, the Historical Museum lot and the Harrer Park/ pool parking lots.

JUNE - OCTOBER (SATURDAYS) • PARK RIDGE

Farmers Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 15 Prairie Ave., between Main and Garden. A great selection of fruits, vegetables and other food products are available every week. This year is the 26th anniversary, and is sponsored

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JULY 13 • JOLIET

Friday Matinee: “Ferdinand.” 2-4 p.m.

Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Rd., Joliet, Meeting Rooms D and E. Come enjoy a movie and a snack in cool comfort with friends.

(Children of all ages with adult).

JULY 14 • BOLINGBROOK

Teen Movie Saturday - “The Greatest Showman.” Sing along to this fantastic film!

Light refreshments will be served. Grades 6–12 Fountaindale Public Library – Vortex.

Monday,

JULY 16 • BOLINGBROOK

A Rockin’ Double Feature . July 16: 1:30-

stolen the Brown family must help him find the thief. Runtime: 103 minutes. All ages, preschoolers with an adult, Meeting Room A.

AUGUST 12 • LISLE

JULY 23 • LOCKPORT

Among the songs will be “A Dying Cub Fan’s Last Request” and “Go, Cubs, Go”. Meeting Room A/B.

Monday Movie Matinee – Jaws. 12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments, and celebrate Shark Week, while watching “Jaws” (PG), based on the novel by Peter Benchley.

Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

JULY 27 • JOLIET

Friday Matinee: “A Wrinkle in Time.” 2 - 4 p.m. Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Rd., Joliet, Meeting Rooms D and E. Come enjoy a movie and a snack in cool comfort with friends. (Children of all ages with adult).

5:30 p.m. Watch two action-packed movies featuring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and “San Andreas.” Light refreshments will be served.

Grades 6–12 Fountaindale Public Library – Vortex.

Meeting Room A/B. at Lisle Public Library.

JULY 17 • ROMEOVILLE

AUGUST 3 • JOLIET

8:00 PM. Registration required. Romeoville Branch Meeting Room A. Come enter the world of wizard s and magic and try to escape alive! For more info, contact Cindy Shutts (815) 886-2030 cshutts@whiteoaklibrary.org

4 p.m. Ottawa Street Branch, 150 N. Ottawa St. Joliet, Meeting Room B. T’Challa, the King of Wakanda, rises to the throne in the isolated, technologically advanced African nation. (Rated PG-13)

JULY 17 • JOLIET

AUGUST 6 • SHOREWOOD

Street Branch, 150 N. Ottawa St Joliet, Meeting Room B. Reading takes you everywhere...come travel with us for our “Movin’ On Movie Marathon” featuring four feature films about traveling. Light refreshments will be provided.

10 a.m.-noon.: “Time Machine” 12-2 p.m.: “Time Traveler’s Wife” 2-4 p.m.: “The Lake House” 4-6 p.m.: “Jumanji”

Shorewood-Troy Public Library DistrictMeeting Room A. Registration required. Teens! Love regular sushi? Come on out to the library and try candy sushi! Ages 11-17

Harry Potter Escape Room. 6:00 PM -

Movin’ On Movie Marathon. Ottawa

July 19 • Lockport DIY Harry Potter Wands. 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM. White Oak Lockport Branch Children’s Program Room. Registration required.

Channel your inner Olivanders and get ready to head off to Hogwarts! We’ll be making our own wands! Ages 12 and up. For more info, contact Maisie Iven (815) 552-4260 miven@ whiteoaklibrary.org

JULY 21 • BOLINGBROOK

Family Movie - “Paddington 2.” 1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Paddington works odd jobs to earn money for a gift, but when it’s

JULY 29 • LISLE

Friend’s of the Library Concert: Folk duo Ashley & Simpson. 2-4:45 p.m. in

Friday Matinee: “Black Panther.” 12:30-

Candy Sushi. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

AUGUST 8 • BOLINGBROOK

Silent Movie Night featuring “Wings.”

7 - 8:30 p.m. World War I and America. Enjoy this classic silent film like never before, with live music accompaniment from organist Jay Warren. “Wings” is a 1927 romantic silent war film set during WWI. For teens and adults, Meeting Room A.

AUGUST 11 • WOODRIDGE

Friend’s of the Library Concert: James Curley presents a Tribute to Steve Goodman. 2-4:45 p.m. Lisle Public Library.

JOLIET

Healthy Summer Meals for Kids. First

refreshments while watching “Field of Dreams” (PG), adapted from the W.P. Kinsella novel “Shoeless Joe.” Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

Presbyterian Church, 805 Western Ave., Joliet. Monday through Friday, June 6 -August 17 (not July 4), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Children Kindergarten through 12th Grade will be served a FREE nutritious boxed lunch. Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m.

Open Gym. Tuesdays: Movie Days during lunch. Thursdays and Fridays: Craft/Board Game Days. This program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

AUGUST 15 • NILES

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AUGUST 13 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee – Field of Dreams. 12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and

School’s Out Movie: “Monster’s University”. 2-4 p.m. Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St. Niles.

AUGUST 23-25 • PLAINFIELD

Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Plainfield Public Library.

Pick up some great bargains at the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale!

AUGUST 27 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee - The Natural.

12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “The Natural” (PG-13), based on the novel by Bernard Malamud. Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

SEPTEMBER 17 • LOCKPORT

Monday Movie Matinee – Apollo 13.

12:30 - 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching “Apollo 13” (PG), based on the novel by James Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger.

Lockport Branch. Meeting Room A.

FREE SUMMER LUNCHES

New Movie Matinee: “A Quiet Place” (PG-13). 1 - 2:45 p.m. A family is forced to

BOLINGBROOK

live in silence while hiding from creatures that hunt by sound. Closed captioning may be turned on. Patrons are welcome to bring their own snack. Bring a sweater. Mahlke Meeting Room. Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Dr., Woodridge

Monday-Friday, June 4-Aug. 10, free meals for students of Valley View School District 365u.

Meals must be consumed on site. Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatics Center, 200 Lindsay Lane, 11-11:30 a.m. Annerino Center, 201 Recreation Dr., 11:40 – 12:10. Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W Briarcliff Rd., 12:20-1 p.m.

Free Lunches for Valley View Students.

Kids Lunch. Niles-Maine District Library .

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Noon - 12:45 pm. Kids up to age 18 can come and enjoy a free boxed lunch at the library.

Lunches provided by FSP, part of the Illinois Summer Meals program. Commons Meeting Room A&B. This program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

ROMEOVILLE

Free Lunches for Valley View Students.

Monday-Friday, June 4-August 10. Free meals for students of Valley View School District 365u. Meals must be consumed on site.

Boucher Prairie Park, 1649 Richfield Trail, 11-11:30 a.m. Romeoville Rec Center, 900 W Romeo Rd.,11:40 – 12:10. White Oak Library, 201 Normantown Rd., 12:20- 1 p.m.

WOODRIDGE

Woodridge Public Library Summer Lunch Program. Open to any child under the age of 18 on a first come, first served basis. Supporting local students and families throughout the summer with the opportunity to have a healthy meal and to learn about pantry support services, as well as library services, resources and programs. Mondays and Thursdays June 4 through August 9 Library Activity, 11:30 a.m. – Noon Lunch, Noon – 1 p.m. Time with a Teacher, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Location: Woodridge Library, 2nd Floor. Sponsored by Northern IL Food Bank and West Suburban Pantry; Community Partners include Volunteers from Woodridge Library, Volunteer Teachers from School District 68, and the Woodridge Police Department.

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Amphitheater at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Rd. The Flat Cats play vintage and modern music from swinging jazz and blues, contemporary classics to timeless standards. From 3-4 p.m. free swing lesson by Lux Dance Studio. Call 815-886-6222 for more information.

best music is right here in Westmont! We’ve got four great, FREE concerts showcasing a variety of music! Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, blankets and dance moves to our park and enjoy an evening of outdoor entertainment. Concerts will be held on Wednesday evenings from

Swing with the Flat Cats from 4-6 p.m. at the Romeoville Toyota

Summer Music Series. The

7-8:30 p.m. at various parks in our community – join the fun!

July 25: DuPage Band at Ty Warner Park, 800 North Blackhawk Drive August 1: The Neverly Brothers at Diane Main Park, 399 West 59th Street August 8: The Flat Cats at Veterans Memorial Park 141 S. Linden Ave. August 15: The Sting Rays at Veterans Memorial Park, 141 S. Linden Ave.

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Concert in the Park. Bring your chairs and blankets to a neighborhood park on Wednesday evenings this summer for a free concert in the park. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and run until approximately 8:30 pm.

June 20: The Niche Band at Lake Harriet, 7200 Woodridge Drive, 7-8:30 p.m.

June 27 : Kids Concertwith Scribble Monster at Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive, 7-8 p.m.

July 11: Brittany and the Spears at Mending Wall Park, 8406 Mending Wall Drive, 7-8:30 p.m.

July 18: The Nick Pont Arelli Band at Janes Avenue Park, 7-8:30 p.m.

July 25: Bopology at Seven Bridges Park, 6516 Green Road, 7-8:30 p.m.

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Depot Days. noon to 5 p:m. at the Museums at Station Park campus. 921 School Street, Lisle. The event is free to the public, and all ages are welcome.

Discover what life was like more than 100 years ago at Depot Days, where you’ll be transported back in time as you tour the Depot Museum, Beau Bien Tavern, Netzley/Yender House, and a working blacksmith shop. Or visit the historic Lisle Cemetery and search for some of Lisle’s earliest settlers. Visitors can also take a hayride, shop at the craft fair, observe the abundance of a historical fall garden, or enjoy the aroma of fresh baked apple pies and warm cornbread.

Watch demonstrations such as basket weaving, lace making, bee keeping, and more! There are also model railroad trains on display. http://lisleparkdistrict.org/ museumsatlislestationpark.html

SEPTEMBER 22 • JOLIET

Comic Book & Fantast Art Expo. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Joliet Area Historical Museum , 2014 N Ottawa Street , Joliet . Galaxy Comic Book and Fantasy Art Expo will immerse you in the world of comic books, fantasy art and authors; bringing together fans,

collectors, and even future writers and artists of tomorrow. Perfect for those who collect comics as well as those who like to casually read them. For those who even enjoy the look of fantasy art such as dragon’s realms of far off worlds. Spend the day talking with the artists, and authors who bring these worlds to life.

Meet the artists that work in the industry for the likes of Disney, Marvel, DC, Topps, Magic The Gathering. Take in a panel on a number of topics. Out side the norm of a basic banquet hall convention. Enjoy the challenge of the Expo hunt game for all ages and win free raffle ticket for the prize table.This is being held at the modern Joliet Area Historical Museum spread though all four floors. www.jolietmuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 23 • WOODRIDGE

Indian Summer Festival. Noon5 p.m. at Castaldo Park, 3024 71st Street, Woodridge. Bring your entire family out for the 27th Annual Indian Summer Festival.

Enjoy a bike ride or walk through the Woodridge Park District’s parks while participating in family events and eating a variety of food. Bring along clothes to make your own scarecrow - we supply the hay!

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