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SOUNDS OF SUMMER: ENJOY FREE CONCERTS AT FISHEL PARK DOWNERS GROVE, IL – This summer, Fishel Park in Downers Grove will once again resonate with lively tunes during Downers Grove Park District’s 2025 Summer Concert Series, proudly presented by Kelly Stetler Real Estate. The 11-week series offers free, family-friendly concerts every Tuesday evening from June 3 through August 12. Hosted at the Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, located at 1036 Grove St. (just west of Main Street) in Downers Grove, performances run from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, with food, beer, and wine sales beginning at 6:00 pm. Concertgoers are encouraged to come hungry, as a rotation of food trucks and vendors will be on-site each week. For attendees aged 21 and over, adult beverages will be available for purchase. A detailed schedule of food vendors and the adult beverage menu is available at www.dgparks.org. Reflecting on past successes, Michelle Pusateri, Assistant Director of Recreation, noted, “In previous years, Fishel Park has welcomed thousands of visitors each summer, solidifying its place as a cherished community gathering spot. We’re thrilled to unveil this year’s lineup, which spans genres from rock and country to blues and oldies, ensuring there’s something for everyone.”
The Summer Concert Series will proceed rain or shine. For updates on severe weather and additional concert information, please visit www.dgparks.org. As the presenting sponsor, Kelly Stetler Real Estate is committed to enhancing the concert experience for all attendees. Kelly Stetler expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “Supporting community events like the Summer Concert Series allows us to give back to the residents of Downers Grove. We believe in fostering connections and creating memorable experiences for families and friends.” The Summer Concert Series attracts thousands of visitors each season, offering a prime opportunity for local businesses to engage with the Downers Grove community. The 2025 Summer Concert Series is also sponsored by Brush Pediatric Dentistry, Community Bank of Downers Grove, Pearle Vision Downers Grove, and Shine Pediatric Dentistry. “The success of the series is enhanced through partnerships with local businesses and organizations, creating a mutually beneficial relationship. Event sponsors have the opportunity to engage directly with visitors, build connections, and disseminate their information in an enjoyable setting,” said Erin Collins, Marketing & Sponsorship Special-
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Niles ‘Home of the Brave’ Tribute Parade Set for July 4th This year the Village of Niles Fourth of July Parade will be a tribute to the Home of the Brave, honoring the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of our veterans, military personnel, and first responders who dedicate their lives to serving our communities and protecting our country. We encourage everyone in the community to celebrate the theme at this year’s parade. Join us Friday, July 4, 2025 along our traditional route that ends at Grennan Heights. Parade step-off is from Notre Dame College Prep at 8:45 a.m.
Parade Route: •8:45AM Step-Off Notre Dame Parking Lot • Ozark to Main
12:00 Noon. and the following streets: • No Parking along the Parade Route •No Parking on Crain from Merrill to Ozark •No Parking on Ozanam from Dempster to Greenleaf • Main to Harlem •Harlem to Monroe •Monroe to Oketo
•No Parking on Oketo from Monroe to Kedzie •No Parking on Osceola from Monroe to Kedzie
• Ends at Grennan Heights Park
•No Parking on Olcott from Monroe to Kedzie
Street Closures & No Parking:
•No Parking on Kedzie from Osceola to Oleander
All streets and intersections along the parade route will be closed on Thursday, July 4 from 6:00 am -
•No Parking on Monroe from Oketo to Oriole
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VILLAGE OF NILES SUMMER EVENTS District 63 Education Foundation Fun Fest & Carnival Thursday, May 15– Sunday, May 18 Golf Mill Park 9101 Greenwood Avenue Dunkin’ Cop on a Rooftop Friday, May 16 7039 W Dempster St & 7525 N Harlem Ave Community-Wide Garage Sale Friday, May 16Sunday, May 18 Resident Homes with Garage Sale Permits Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 26 Niles Veterans Waterfall PD Open House Sunday, June 8 Niles Police Department (7000 W Touhy Ave) Niles Pride Rainbow Walk Saturday, June 21 Kirk Lane Park SWANCC Document Destruction/E-Recycling Saturday, June 28 Public Works (6849 W. Touhy) Concerts in the Park Every Friday June 20 August 1 Oak Park at Lee and Ottawa
BOLINGBROOK • GLENOAKS • HINSDALE • LA GRANGE
Family Services Back to School Bash Saturday. August 2 Village Plaza National Night Out Tuesday, August 5 Golf Mill Park Maria SS Lauretana Italian Festival Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1 Golf Mill Town Center/ Golf Mill Park Public Works Construction Event Saturday, September 20 Public Works (6849 W. Touhy) Fire Department Pancake Breakfast Saturday, September 27 Fire House 3 (6611 W. Jarvis Ave) Park District Harvest Hustle Saturday, October 11 Notre Dame Parking Lot & Local Route Community Rummage Sale Saturday, October 11 Senior Center Park District Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 18 Oasis Pool Parking Lot
Fourth of July Parade Friday, July 4 Notre Dame to Grennan Heights
Park District Halloween Parade Saturday, October 25 Oak Park to Grennan Heights
Park District Post-Parade Family Fest Friday, July 4 Grennan Heights Park
Veterans Day Ceremony Monday, November 10 Niles Veterans Memorial Waterfall
Big Greek Food Fest Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 20 St. Haralambos Orthodox Church
Holly Jolly Fest Saturday, November 29 Golf Mill Park
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All Aboard!
The Joliet Railroad Museum is now open!
The Railroad Museum is a former circa 1913 interlocking signal tower, known locally as Union Depot Tower, that was preserved and incorporated into the City’s new Gateway Center Train Station. It features information on the railroad companies that operated lines through Joliet as well as shows mechanisms and controls that coordinated the movement of trains through this critical intersection of national east-west and north-south rail travel. Watch trains come and go from all directions from the Railroad Museum’s third story tower!
The Joliet Railroad Museum is located at 90 E. Jefferson St. within the City’s Gateway Center Train Station. The Railroad Museum is ADA accessible. Metered parking is available in public lots surrounding the train station as well as on the street. The Joliet Railroad Museum is owned by the City of Joliet and operated by the Joliet Area Historical Museum. For the current hours of operation, call the Joliet Area Historic Museum at (815) 723-5201 or visit their website: www.jolietmuseum.org/.
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Summer Events at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre FREE “Concerts On The Hill” – 50th Year! June 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 6:30 p.m. Live music tradition continues! We began in 1974 as “Concerts in the Rough,” before the bandshell was built. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Visit us online for the lineup.
“Family Fun Festival” by Including You, Inc. July 20 | 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. Kids age 12 and under FREE! Family fun activities, live music, prizes, food vendors and beverage tent. New location during downtown construction.
“Seussical” Musical June 14, 15, 21 & 22 | 7:00 p.m. June 16 & 23 | 2:00 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Ticket details online.
“Heathers” by Joliet Drama Guild July 26, 27 August 2 & 3 | 7:00 p.m. July 28 & August 4 | 2:00 p.m. This dark-comedy rock musical delves into the complexities of high school social dynamics, bullying, and the desire for acceptance. Ticket details online.
Independence Celebration July 3 | 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. Fireworks | 9:30 p.m. FREE admission! Kick-start the holiday early with bands on 2 stages, food vendors, beverage tent and fireworks over the river near Jefferson Street bridge. FREE “Concerts On The Hill” – 50th Year! July 11, 18 & 25 | 6:30 p.m. Live music tradition continues! Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Visit us online for the lineup.
FREE “Concerts On The Hill” – 50th Year! August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 6:30 p.m. Live music tradition continues! Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Visit us online for the lineup. 6th Joliet Blues Festival August 10 | 3:00 – 10:00 p.m. Four acts on the pavilion stage, featuring The Mike Wheeler Band with Peaches Staten. Lawn seating, food vendors and beverage tent. Ticket details online.
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5002A Main St.
7 N Grant St.
3100 Theodore St.
DOWNERS GROVE
HINSDALE
JOLIET
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Wednesday Night Summer Concerts Return to Bolingbrook The Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts are back! Bring your chairs, blankets, and refreshments to the Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center behind Town Center for FREE outdoor concerts all summer long. Livestream: www.bolingbrook.com/bctvlive
Address: The Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Wednesdays 7:30 pm June 1 - September 7, 2022 Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd | Bolingbrook
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LEGAL NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Village of Niles Planning and Zoning Board on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Niles Municipal Building, 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles Illinois, to hear the following matter(s): 25-ZP-06 Olabayode Oluwole of 7042 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714 is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit per Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B Section 8.2(A) for a ‘Reception Facility’ at 7030-7040 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714. PIN #: 10-31-101-036-0000, 10-31-101-025-0000, 10-31-101-026-0000 & 10-31-101-031-0000 25-ZP-07 Olabayode Oluwole of 7042 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714 is requesting approval of three Variations from Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B to allow for a ‘Reception Facility’ at 70307040 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714: A Variation from Section 10.4 to provide 126 parking spaces where 143 are required. A Variation from Section 10.3(D)(1) to allow for a parking lot with a gravel surface A Variation from Section 10.3 to allow for a tandem parking configuration for the proposed valet parking lot. PIN #: 10-31-101-036-0000, 10-31-101-025-0000, 10-31-101-026-0000 & 10-31-101-031-0000 25-ZP-16 Suvdaa Lkhagvsuren of 10405 Dearlove Rd, Glenview, IL 60714 is requesting approval of a Variation from Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B Section 10.4(A) to allow for 2 parking spaces where 6 are required for a proposed Specialty Food Service business at 8111 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714. Pin #: 09-24-411-050-0000 25-ZP-17 Valerie Joy Rix-Baruch of 6957 N Overhill Ave, Chicago, IL 60631 is requesting approval of a Special Use of a Special Use Permit per Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B Section 8.2(A) for a ‘Massage Services Establishment’ at 7400 Waukegan Rd, Unit 213, Niles, IL 60714. PIN #: 10-30-301-037-0000, 10-30-301-045-0000 & 10-30-301-045-0000
SPRING
SPECIALS
25-ZP-18 Halle Properties LLC, dba Discount Tire, 20255 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit as required by Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B Section 8.2(A) to allow ‘Vehicle Repair – Minor’ at 5970 W Touhy Ave, Niles, IL 60714. PIN #: 10-29-402-024-0000 25-ZP-19 Halle Properties LLC, dba Discount Tire, 20255 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, is requesting approval of a Variation from Village of Niles Zoning Ordinance Appendix B Section 6.4(A) to allow parking in the required front yard setback at a proposed tire repair business at 5970 W Touhy Ave, Niles, IL 60714. PIN #: 10-29-402-024-0000 All persons interested should attend and will be given an opportunity to be heard. For additional information regarding the above case(s) or should any individual need auxiliary aid or service, such as sign language interpreter or materials in alternative formats, please contact the Village of Niles Community Development Department at 847-588-8077. Published May 15, 2025
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Keep summer days fun & TICK SEASON IS busy when camp ends HERE - STAY SAFE Many adults have fond memories of attending summer camp when they were children. The American Camp Association reports that each year more than 14 million children and adults take advantage of the camp experience. Summer camp is a place for kids to learn new skills, make new friends, experience being away from home for extended periods of time, and explore new locales. Summer camp program lengths vary. Some children attend local camps that may last a week or two, while others attend sleep-away camps that last a little longer. Since summer vacation typically lasts between eight to 10 weeks, parents may discover there still is plenty of downtime after summer camp ends. Here are some ways to fill the gap between the end of camp and the start of a new school year.
Schedule a vacation What better way to keep the magic of summer going than by rolling summer camp right into a family vacation? Give kids time to enjoy a few days to relax at home, but then buckle up for the next adventure. This can be a trip away from home, or a series of day trips or activities guided by all members of the family. Organize a sleepover exchange Parents of school-aged children can coordinate with one another to fill up a week or more with sleepovers. Each family can take a night or two, and the kids can jump from house to house extending the fun with one another. Sleepovers can occur inside the home or under tents in the yard. Recreate favorite camp activities at home Why not take what makes camp entertaining and try it at home? Copy
the camp’s itinerary and engage in similar activities, such as canoeing or nature hikes. On nights when the weather cooperates, everyone can gather around a fire pit to roast marshmallows. Enroll in a recreational program Some towns offer free or low-fee activities to residents through their parks and recreation departments. If budgeting does not allow for a camp experience, there are likely town-wide activities that can fill the gaps until it’s time for children to go back to school. Some even may offer after-hours childcare options for parents who have scheduling conflicts with work. When summer camp ends, parents have different options they can explore to keep children engaged and supervised until a new school year begins.
IN OUR PARKS!
This As we enjoy the warmer months in our parks and natural areas, it’s important to be aware of a noticeable increase in tick activity. Ticks thrive in tall grasses and wooded areas, which are abundant in our parks, especially during the spring and summer seasons. To keep yourself and your loved ones safe, remember to: •Wear long sleeves and pants in light colors to easily spot ticks. Stay on the center of trails.
•Use bug repellent with at least 20% DEET or similar ingredients. •Check your clothes, body, and pets after spending time outdoors. •Shower and wash clothes promptly to remove any ticks that may have come along for the ride. For helpful prevention tips, tick removal guidance, and symptoms to watch for, click the link below to view information from the Illinois Department of Public Health.
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