Events

As you travel through the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor, one thing becomes clear, there is always something going on somewhere! Consider this is your personal invitation to hometown celebrations, wine and corn festivals, one-of-a-kind music and theater festivals, historic reenactments, world-class sporting events, concerts and outdoor exploration weekends. Don't miss signature events like Ottawa's Two Rivers Wine Festival, Starved Rock's Flock to the Rock and NASCAR. Whether you are searching for low-key entertainment or high octane adventure, search the Calendar of Events to find exactly your speed.

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Event	Location
Kenny and Dolly Christmas Dec. 10, 2018 - Dec. 12, 2018 , December 10th, 11th & 12th For this first time show we have paired Dave Karl (Kenny Rogers) & Wendy Engler (Dolly Parton) for all of the top songs , mannerisms and humor of the real Kenny and Dolly. This tribute has it all, the best of Kenny, Dolly and of course many of their famous duets. There will be the perfect mix of Christmas music sprin...More Info Cost: $40 Matinee Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Kenny and Dolly Christmas Dec. 10, 2018 - Dec. 12, 2018 , 11:00 am - 2:45 pm December 10, 11 & 12 Matinee Shows 11:30am Check-in Begins For this first time show we have paired Dave Karl (Kenny Rogers) & Wendy Engler (Dolly Parton) for all of the top songs, mannerisms and humor of the real Kenny and Dolly. This tribute has it all, the best of Kenny, Dolly and of course many of their famous d...More Info Cost: $40 Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
Classical Blast Presents: Dark Side of the Yule Dec. 14, 2018 , 7:00 pm Back for it's third year, Classical Blast plays mashes and medleys of your favorite Rock and Holiday tunes with a Classical twist. Show starts at 7:00 pm. Members: $12.00 , Non-Members: $14 ...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
THE TENORS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Dec. 14, 2018 , 8:00PM Multi-platinum, JUNO Award-winning vocal supergroup, The Tenors, comprised of Clifton Murray, Fraser Walters and Victor Micallef, blend classical music and contemporary pop to deliver powerful performances and outstanding harmonies for audiences around the world. Since 2008, The Tenors have sold over 1 million albums w...More Info Cost: TICKETS: $200 (VIP) | $175 (VIP) | $73.50 | $53.50 | $43.50 Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY'S WILD & SWINGIN' HOLIDAY PARTY! Dec. 15, 2018 , 8:00PM BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY'S WILD & SWINGIN' HOLIDAY PARTY! is a jumpin' and jivin' extravaganza featuring one-of-a-kind originals and reworked Yuletide classics in true BBVD style, with an energetic performance to be enjoyed by all ages. In addition to seasonal favorites, the show will include fan favorites from the band's ...More Info Cost: TICKETS: $48.50 | $33.50 | $28.50 Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
Breakfast with Santa Dec. 15, 2018 , 8:30AM Join the jolliest man himself for a breakfast buffet at Starved Rock Lodge. Following breakfast, you'll be treated to "Magic by Cory." Also attending will be "Grace" a white tailed deer from the Furry Friends. Children may take turns sitting on Santa's lap to tell him their Christmas wishes and receive a chocolate trea...More Info Cost: $18.50/adults $14.95/children Event Type: Dining Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2668 E. 8763rd Rd Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 667-4211
Breakfast with Santa Dec. 15, 2018 , 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. Join the jolliest man, himself, as well as the Mrs. for a breakfast buffet right here at Starved Rock Lodge. Following breakfast, you'll be treated to "Magic by Cory". Also attending will be "Grace" a white tailed deer from the Furry Friends. Children may take turns sitting on Santa's lap to tell him their Christmas...More Info Cost: Adults $15.50 Children 10 & under $11.95 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Santa in Morris Dec. 15, 2018 , 10AM-1PM Come visit Santa in his house on Illinois Avenue between Franklin and Wauponsee!...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Santa's House on Illinois Avenue 105 E. Main Street., Ste. 201 Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
Breakfast with Santa Now - Dec. 16, 2018 ...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort & Waterpark 2643 N. IL Rt. 178 Utica, IL 61373 (866) 399-3866
Santa in Morris Dec. 16, 2018 , 1PM-3PM Come visit Santa in his house on Illinois Avenue between Franklin and Wauponsee!...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Santa's House on Illinois Avenue 105 E. Main Street., Ste. 201 Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
The Muppet Christmas Carol Dec. 16, 2018 , 3:00 PM The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). Other Muppets — Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and Sam the Eagle — weave in and out of the story, while Scrooge receives visits from spirits of thre...More Info Cost: $5 Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
Flutes by the Fireplace Dec. 17, 2018 , 6:00PM - 8:00PM Get ready for the holidays and join them in the Great Hall of the Lodge for holiday music by the Flute Choir from Music Studio 408. Following this Holiday Concert there will be a Native American flute circle led by Dave Peterson from 7-8pm. Both events will be free and open to the public....More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Performing Arts Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Rd Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 667-4211
98° AT CHRISTMAS Dec. 20, 2018 , 7:30 PM 98°, the Billboard chart-topping boy band, who have sold more than 10 million records worldwide, will bring their holiday album, Let It Snow, to the Rialto Square Theatre on Thursday, December 20th 2018. In five short years — from 1997 to 2002 — they'd sold a staggering 10 million records, scored a ch...More Info Cost: $69.50 | $54.50 | $44.50 Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
Maestro & Mi Holiday Glee Dec. 20, 2018 , 7:00PM - 8:00PM Maestro & Mi Music Academy will be rockin and singing and story telling again this year in the Great Hall at Starved Rock Lodge! This free concert will be performed by the instructors and musicians of "Maestro & Mi" Music Academy. It's their gift to friends, families, students and the community!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Performing Arts Holiday - Fall/Winter	Great Hall at Starved Rock Lodge 2688 E 873rd Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 667-4211
Throwback Pulled Pork Sandwich Dec. 20, 2018 , 11am It's our 20th Anniversary so we want to go back to the beginning where it all got started from Chuck and roll back the clock on the sandwich that started it all! Pulled Pork So on the 20th of each and every month we are doing special pricing! ...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets 8025 S. Cass Ave. Darien, IL 60561 331-431-4000
Santa in Morris Dec. 22, 2018 , 10AM-1PM Come visit Santa in his house on Illinois Avenue between Franklin and Wauponsee!...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Santa's House on Illinois Avenue 105 E. Main Street., Ste. 201 Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
Christmas Lights Trolley Tours Dec. 14, 2018 - Dec. 23, 2018 , 6-8PM Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the LaSalle, Peru, Oglesby and Utica area, just days before Christmas. We do the driving so you can enjoy the light displays in our fully enclosed trolley! Trolleys are heated but we suggest bringing along an extra blanket. Christmas carols are played to help get yo...More Info Cost: $15/adults $10/kids Event Type: Ongoing Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Road Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 667-4211
Lunch With the Grinch Dec. 19, 2018 - Dec. 23, 2018 Join us for our annual Lunch with the Grinch! The Grinch will be walking around to take pictures with the kids, play games, and get into some mischief! We will even have the cartoon Grinch playing! Our dates and time vary!...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets 8025 S. Cass Ave. Darien, IL 60561 331-431-4000
Santa in Morris Dec. 23, 2018 , 1PM-3PM Come visit Santa in his house on Illinois Avenue between Franklin and Wauponsee!...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Santa's House on Illinois Avenue 105 E. Main Street., Ste. 201 Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
Sam Llanas Dec. 29, 2018 , 7:30 ...More Info Cost: $30 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Holiday Tournament Dec. 28, 2018 - Dec. 30, 2018 , 8:30 AM - 10PM The Pontiac Holiday basketball tournament, founded in 1926 by Don "Cash" Seaton, physical education teacher and head basketball coach, has the distinction of being the original and oldest high school Christmas tournament in the nation. Seaton envisioned an event that would bring teams from different parts of the state...More Info Cost: $9 - $39 Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Pontiac Tourism 115 W. Howard St. Pontiac, IL 61764 815-844-5847
Holiday Storytelling with Bill Myers Dec. 30, 2018 , 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Bill Myers, local Illinois Valley storyteller, will be spinning his holiday tales at the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Storytelling is great for all ages. Storytelling will begin at 1:30 p.m. and last one hour....More Info Event Type:	Starved Rock Visitors Center 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
Guided Winter Hike Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , 11:00am-2:00pm Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls & Eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the Lodge to pick up a snack and a "Starved Rock" backpack. The tour concludes at the Lodge about 2:00 pm. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear proper footwear. In the event of ice and ...More Info Cost: $12.00 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
The First Course Tour Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Wednesdays at 6:00p.m. Ever wonder how Starved Rock got its name, or who built the Lodge? You can learn the answers to these questions and many more while strolling around the Lodge with our knowledgeable guide. Your tour begins in the Back Door Lounge with check in and your own appetizer sampler plate with a beverage of your choice (specia...More Info Cost: $20 per person? Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
History Trolley Tours Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , November & December?Saturday & Sundays: 12pm & 1:30pm Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. ...More Info Cost: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 (60 and over), Children 10 and under: $8 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Christmas Trolley Lights Tours Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , 6:00pm-8:00pm Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the LaSalle, Peru, Oglesby and Utica area, just days before Christmas.  Let our staff plan the route and do the driving so you can enjoy light displays in our fully enclosed trolley.  Our trolleys are heated but you may want to bring along an extra blanket...More Info Cost: Adults: $15 Children 10 & under: $10 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Guided Winter Hike Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , 11:00am-2:00 pm Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls & Eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the Lodge to pick up a snack and a "Starved Rock" backpack. The tour concludes at the Lodge about 2:00 pm. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear proper footwear. In the event of ice and ...More Info Cost: $12.00 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
History Trolley Tours Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , November & December?Saturday & Sunday: 12pm & 130pm Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. ...More Info Cost: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 (60 and over), Children 10 and under: $8 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Now - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes v...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
New Year's Eve Family Parties Dec. 31, 2018 , 3 pm - 5 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm Roll in the New Year at Channahon Lanes! Enjoy 2 hours of Rock It' Bowl, shoe rental, pizza, soda & party favors. Call for more information. Reservations required....More Info Cost: Varies based on party time Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
New Year's Eve Family Party Dec. 31, 2018 , 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Roll in the New Year at Riverfront Lanes. Enjoy 2 hours of Rock It' Bowl, shoe rental, pizza, soda and party favors. Call for more information. Reservations required....More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Riverfront Lanes 402 Water Street Wilmington, IL 60481 815-476-2600
New Year's Eve Family Party at Haunted Trails Joliet Dec. 31, 2018 , 8 PM - Midnight Ring in the New Year at our New Year's Eve Family Party on Monday, December 31st - from 8 pm to Midnight! Guests will enjoy our famous New Year's Buffet including soft drinks and dessert plus each paid guest receives $10 in Game Play, UNLIMITED Indoor Rides & Laser Tag, Hats & Noisemakers, Karaoke Entertainment, Games ...More Info Cost: $29.95/guest Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Haunted Trails Entertainment Park & Picnic Groves 1423 N. Broadway Street, (Rt. 53) Joliet, IL 60435 815-722-7800
New Year's Eve Open Bowling Dec. 31, 2018 , 8:30 pm - ??? Ring in 2019 with us! Reservations recommended....More Info Cost: $20.19 a lane per hour Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
New Year's Eve Open Bowling Dec. 31, 2018 , 8:30 pm - ??? Ring in 2019 with us! Reservations recommended....More Info Cost: $20.19 a lane per hour Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Riverfront Lanes 402 Water Street Wilmington, IL 60481 815-476-2600
New Year's Eve Party Dec. 31, 2018 , 6:00PM - 1:30AM New Year's Eve Overnight Party Package: $495 (for two) Includes: Overnight accommodations for two guests, open bar, party favors, photos by the fireplace (additional cost), hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, live entertainment (Last Call and Steve Sharp) in the Great Hall, champagne toast at midnight, late check-out, New...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved 2668
New Year's Eve Party Dec. 31, 2018 , 6:00PM - 1:30AM New Year's Eve Overnight Party Package: $495 (for two) Includes: Overnight accommodations for two guests, open bar, party favors, photos by the fireplace (additional cost), hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, live entertainment (Last Call and Steve Sharp) in the Great Hall, champagne toast at midnight, late check-out, New...More Info Cost: See below Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2668 E. 873rd Rd Oglesby, IL 61348 (815) 667-4211
Holiday Tree Traditions Now - Jan. 1, 2019 , 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Help the museum "deck the halls" and receive bragging rights and visibility for your business or organization: Our third annual "Holiday Tree Traditions" tree trimming contest returns, and like last year, is free to participate. All museum visitors will be given a ticket to vote for their favorite tree. The winning tre...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
New Year's Eve Party Dec. 31, 2018 - Jan. 1, 2019 ...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets 8025 S. Cass Ave. Darien, IL 60561 331-431-4000
New Year's Day Jan. 1, 2019 , 1 pm - 10 pm Make the new year striking! Bowl with family and friends on New Year's Day!...More Info Cost: $25 per lance for 2 hours Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
New Year's Day Jan. 1, 2019 , 1 pm - 10 pm Make the year 2019 striking! Bowl with family and friends on New Year's Day....More Info Cost: $25 per lane for 2 hours Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Riverfront Lanes 402 Water Street Wilmington, IL 60481 815-476-2600
Eagle Watch on the River Jan. 4, 2019 - Jan. 5, 2019 , 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Take a walk on the paved paths along the Des Plaines River while watching for American bald eagles and other birds wintering around the preserve. Then stop in at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center for a complimentary hot beverage to warm up. Take time to view informative displays about eagles and check out the ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W Walnut Lane Channahon, IL 60410 815.722.9470
Winter Games and Stories Jan. 5, 2019 , Noon - 3 p.m. Back in the old days, people played outdoors in every season! We'll be sharing traditional French and Native American games outdoors and indoors, weather permitting. Then our group will participate in some storytelling, as well as in creating our own legends. Isle a la Cache Museum is an accessible facility; outdoor ac...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Story Telling	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th Street Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 886-1467
Living History Demonstration Jan. 6, 2019 , Noon - 3 p.m. Experience local history up close and personal. On these Sundays, you may find cooks, seamstresses, voyageurs, soldiers or craftsmen sharing their talents. The Isle a la Cache Brigade is a volunteer group of re-enactors presenting a sample of the 18th-century fur trading life. Depending on the weather, this program is ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Other	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th Street Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 886-1467
Little Explorers Jan. 9, 2019 , 10-11:30 p.m. Children and their parent or guardian are invited to come out and play! A new nature theme is chosen every program with hands-on activities that may include a story, games, dancing, art, a hike, other outdoor activities and more! A variety of group and free play activities are planned. We encourage experiencing all typ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W Walnut Lane Channahon, IL 60410 (815) 722-9470
Asian Carp Monitoring in the Illinois River Jan. 10, 2019 , 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 RSVPs are required. Midewin_RSVP@fs.fed.us Rebecca Neeley, Fish Biologist – U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Have you ever wanted to know more about Asian carp, the "jumping" fish? Rebecca will discuss the history of the Asian carp invasion as well as current monitoring efforts conducted by her staff in the ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Other	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, IL 60481 815-423-6370
Winter Wonder Walk Jan. 12, 2019 , 1:30-3 p.m. Explore the wonders of winter on this guided nature hike. We will bundle up and head out on an adventure exploring the island and shores of the Des Plaines River. Then we'll warm back up fireside in the Traders Cabin with some hot cocoa. Please dress for the weather. The program includes hiking less than 1 mile on pres...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th Street Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 886-1467
Busy Beavers Craft Club Jan. 19, 2019 , 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Join us on the third Saturday of the month for "Busy Beavers Craft Club." Each day we will have a different craft set up in the museum for you to make and take home. In January, create an owl-themed craft. This program is offered indoors in an accessible facility. Ages 12 or younger (accompanied by an adult). No regi...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Arts/Crafts	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th Street Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 886-1467
Four Rivers' Wedding Open House Jan. 19, 2019 , 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Interested in planning a wedding or event at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in 2019 or beyond? Attend our open house to view the facility, collect information, ask questions of staff and get ideas for planning an eco-friendly celebration. View photos of previous weddings and events held at Four Rivers, see ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Other	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, IL 60410 (815) 722-9470
Listen for Owls Hike for Adults! Jan. 19, 2019 , 5-7 p.m. This outdoor program will have us searching for this magical bird – the owl! We will be quietly listening for the owl serenade. Maybe we will have the chance to hear other creatures of the night as well! Please park at the upper lot. This outdoor activity will take place on natural surfaces across uneven terrain....More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	McKinley Woods - Frederick's Grove 27110 S. McKinley Woods Rd. Channahon, IL 60410 (815) 722-9470
Sarah Shook and the Disarmers Jan. 19, 2019 , 7:30 PM ...More Info Cost: $25 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Snow Day Festival Jan. 19, 2019 , Noon - 4 p.m. Cure your winter blues at Goodenow Grove's annual winter festival. This year's theme is "Frozen" and Elsa and Anna will be our special guests. Join themin the nature center where they'll be singing the hits "Let it Snow" and "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?". Take a photo with them or stay and watch a screening of the ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Festivals	Plum Creek Nature Center 27064 S Dutton Road Beecher, IL 60401 (708) 946-2216
The Buzz on the Prairie: The Status of Bumblebees at Midewin Jan. 24, 2019 , 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 Derek Rosenberger, Professor of Zoology; Anne Hughes-Wagner, Undergraduate Researcher; McKenna Conforti, Undergraduate Researcher – Olivet Nazarene University Several species of bumblebees are declining in the Midwest, with one species, the rusty-patched bumblebee, now listed as a federally endangered species....More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Other	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, IL 60481 815-423-6370
Hoot Hike Jan. 25, 2019 , 6-7 p.m. Isle a la Cache after dark is not a scary place to be. Discover wHOO is a regular nighttime visitor here. We'll give you some wisdom about owls, share what to look and listen for, and then go out to hike in search of our feathered friends. A naturalist will help the group explore owl habitat and to keep all ears attune...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th Street Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 886-1467
Frida Kahlo's Garden Jan. 29, 2019 - Mar. 16, 2019 , Noon - 4 p.m. Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is considered one of the most significant artists of the twentieth century. Her body of work, consisting of some 250 paintings and drawings, is at once intensely personal and universal in scope, and relies heavily on the natural world. The exhibition "Frida Kahlo's Garden" transports visitors to...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Arts/Crafts	Four Rivers Environmental Eduation Center 25055 W Walnut Lane Channahon, IL 60410 (815) 722-9470

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