JULY 23
Concerts on the Hill. 6:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Featuring: Vocalist Cheryl Foster, Joliet American Legion Band.
Lobster Fest. At Mainstreet Lockport, Inc., 911 State St., Lockport. Two dining times 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Dinner consisting of lobster, corn, potatoes and rolls. Beverages are additional. Five Guys Named Moe will perform from 6 to 9 p.m.
11th Annual Golf Outing. 9 a.m. at The Sanctuary Golf Course, 485 Marley Road, New Lenox. The Knights of Columbus Holy Trinity Council 4400 their event, followed by a steak fry at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The cost for golf and dinner is $125. For information about the golf outing or the Knights, visit www.kofc4400.com/ or e-mail kc4400@yahoo.com.
JULY 25
Harry Potter Day. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road. With a new movie and book coming out this year, now is the time to celebrate Harry Potter with a magical evening of fun, games and snacks centered around the boy wizard. Grades K-8 with their families. More info at www.jolietlibrary.org.
Battle of the Bands. 6 to 10:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Six bands have been selected from the surrounding area to compete for the top 3 spots and cash prizes. Park admission is just $5 (cash only) to hear all six bands.
Cruisin’ Into Lockport – Concerts, Car Shows, Farmer’s Market. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Central Square, located at 9th Street and Hamilton in Lockport. Enjoy classic cars, live entertainment, face painting, inflatable obstacle course, a farmer’s market, food vendors and more. This free event is co-sponsored by the Lockport Township Park District, the city of Lockport and the Lockport Township Government. For more information visit, www.lockportpark.org. Featured Car: Street Rods; Band: Dixie Crush.
JULY 27
Downtown Joliet Farmers Market. 4-9 p.m. on Chicago Street in downtown Joliet. New vendors, live music, food and drink, handmade crafts and more. For more information, visit www.jolietdowntown.com.
JULY 28
JJC Summer Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at the Joliet Junior College Greenhouse Facility, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet. Farmers Market season is here, and Joliet Junior College is pleased to bring its annual farmers market for a fourth year.
Make Some Noise. 4 to 5 p.m. at Joliet Public Library. Kids will get a hands on experience constructing several different electronic instruments using Littlebits modular components. Talk about the history of electronic synthesizers and their use in movies and music, and program will end with a jam session so students can express their creativity. Grades 5-8. Register at www.jolietlibrary.org.
JULY 30
Hawaiian Luau. 5:30 to 10 p.m. at Harrah’s Joliet, 151 N Joliet St. Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living fundraiser. Delicious food, wonderful prizes and music by Nova Soul. Cost: $50 per person. For registration information, visit www.will-grundycil.org.
Concerts on the Hill. 6:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Featuring: Midwest Crossroads Sweet Adelines, Del Bergeson Swing Orchestra.
2nd Annual Autobahn Ultimate Driving Experience. 5:30 p.m. at the Autobahn Country Club in Joliet. Tickets to the fundraiser are $125 per person and include the opportunity to drive or ride along in some of the Autobahn’s fleet cars, a delicious dinner prepared by the Club’s award winning chef, and live music. VIP packages are also available for groups of four.
AUGUST 1
Cruisin’ Into Lockport – Concerts, Car Shows, Farmer’s Market. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Central Square, located at Ninth Street and Hamilton in Lockport. Enjoy classic cars, live entertainment, face painting, inflatable obstacle course, a farmer’s market, food vendors and more. This free event is co-sponsored by the Lockport Township Park District, the city of Lockport and the Lockport Township Government. For more information visit, www.lockportpark.org. Featured Car: Volkswagon; Band: The Fort Awesome Band.