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Festivals: Geneva Swedish Days, Strawberry Fest, Palatine Greek Fest & more

This weekend

Geneva Swedish Days: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 22-23, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Third and State streets, Geneva. Music, a carnival, Kids' Day fun, Sweden Väst, Geneva's Got Talent music competition, multiethnic food booths, second annual 5K Lopp Run at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Grand Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday and shopping in the historic downtown. Free. www.genevachamber.com.

MainStreet Libertyville's Lunch in the Park: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 22, in Cook Park, Libertyville. Kevin Spica will perform. Eight food vendors will be on hand. Free admission. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

Lunchtime Funtime: Noon Friday, June 22, at Circle Park, 163 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Juggler Chris Fascione will perform. Bring blankets and lunch. Free. www.bloomingdaleparks.org.

Rotary Grove Fest: Noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 22-23, and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Main Street and Burlington Avenue, Downers Grove. Carnival, midway, entertainment, business expo and food. Craft beer fest from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. Festival of Cars from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Free. $5 cover charge for entertainment area and beer garden. rotarygrovefest.com.

Blake Shelton headlines Chicago's Country LakeShake Friday, June 22. Associated Press, 2016

Country LakeShake: 2 to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 22-24, at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago. Three-day country music festival with Blake Shelton, Lee Brice, Raelynn, Runaway June, Florida Georgia Line and more. $24.88-$599.50. lakeshakefestival.com.

  Makena Langer of Hawthorn Woods chases bubbles made by "The Bubbler" during last year's Strawberry Fest in Long Grove. Joe Lewnard/jlewnard@dailyherald.com, June 2017

Long Grove Strawberry Fest: 3 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 22; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 23; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at 308 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Three days dedicated to all things strawberry, including prime rib sandwiches covered in strawberry salsa and strawberry pie-eating contests. Also, three stages of music, a carnival and a Kids Zone. Headliners include Wedding Banned at 9 p.m. Friday, Hi Infidelity at 9 p.m. Saturday and Mr. Blotto at 4 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for kids younger than 12. longgrove.org/festivals/strawberry-festival/.

Palatine Greek Fest: 4 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, June 22; 3 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 23; and noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church, 133 S. Roselle Road, Palatine. A celebration of the music, culture and cuisine of Greece. Free admission; donations accepted. www.palatinegreekfest.com.

Meadows' Cruise Night: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Meadows Christian Fellowship, 2401 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. A weekly show displaying all types of classic cars, with prizes, food and music. Free admission. www.meadowsfamily.org.

Wauconda Fest: 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 22; noon to midnight Saturday, June 23; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. Carnival rides, wine and craft beer sampling, car show, craft show, music, kids' crafts and more. Admission: $3 button good for all days. waucondaparks.org/wauconda-fest.

Church of the Holy Spirit Family Fest: 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 22; 4:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 23; and 1:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 1451 W. Bode Road, Schaumburg. Entertainment, carnival rides and games, nightly bingo, cash raffle, food and beverage court, free parking. Free admission. www.chsfamilyfest.com.

Friday Nights Live!: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Metropolitan Square, Metropolitan Way, Des Plaines. A family-friendly summer series featuring jazz, blues, dueling pianos, Rivers Casino cooking demonstrations, comedians, improvisational comedy, theatrical performances, storytelling, craft projects and more. Free. desplaines.org/fnl.

Mount Prospect Fridays on the Green: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Centennial Green, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Sushi Roll will perform. Free; free parking in the Emerson Street Garage at Village Hall. experiencemountprospect.org.

Vintage Rides Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 22, on Hale Street between Liberty and Willow, Wheaton. 21st annual show featuring classic cars, motorcycles and trucks of every make, model and year. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

U Rock Battle of the Bands: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. Hosted by the Glen Ellyn and Wheaton park districts. Winners perform in a regional competition, and possibly in Glen Ellyn's Fourth of July celebration and at the Illinois State Fair. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Hawthorn Woods Summer Concerts: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Today's Trade will perform. Free. vhw.org.

Sounds of Summer Main Stage Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. 1976 will perform. Pack a picnic and bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. Weather hotline: (847) 705-5123, ext. 431. www.palatineparks.org/rccms/soundsofsummer.

Movies Under The Stars: Dusk Friday, June 22, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. The Buffalo Grove Park District presents "Despicable Me 3." Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic. Free. bgparks.org.

Lambs Farm Fun & Fit Family Day: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 23, at Lamb's Farm, 14245 W. Rockland Road, Libertyville. A family-oriented 5K fun run or 2-mile walk to benefit Lambs Farm. Enjoy a run or walk around Old School Forest Preserve then browse sponsor booths and enjoy a DJ, refreshments, games, a reptile show, a yoga class, face painting and more. $25 per person or $100 per family (up to five). lambsfarm.org.

Pedal the Preserve: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 23, at Springwood Middle School, 5540 Arlington Drive East, Hanover Park. Join Mayor Craig on a biking adventure through the forest preserves of Hanover Park. The Hanover Park Police Department will be conducting a Bike Rodeo before the ride. Limited supply of free bike helmets and other fun activities. Free ice cream at the end of the ride. Free. hp60.org.

Grayslake Arts Festival & Annual Wine Tasting: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 23, on Whitney Street, Grayslake. 23rd annual event features tasting of Wines Around the World and the work of more than 60 juried artists. Food vendors, entertainment, children's activities and high school art exhibit. Free. grayslakechamber.com.

Highland Park Festival of Fine Arts: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at the Art Center, 1957 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. The festival showcases the work of 125 juried artists from around the world in a variety of original mediums. $5 suggested donation. amdurproductions.com.

Naperville Woman's Club's Juried Fine Art Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. More than 120 artists display and sell artworks in a variety of media at the 59th annual event. Children's art tent, Empty Bowls fundraiser for local food pantries, silent auction of artwork, food for purchase and music. Free admission and parking. www.napervillewomansclub.org/art-fair.

Rolling Meadows City Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Community Church of Rolling Meadows, 2720 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Food trucks plus fresh produce, handmade jewelry, crafts, clothing, art, health, beauty and pet products. Live music, raffles and kids' activities. Free. www.ci.rolling-meadows.il.us/379/City-Markets.

Chicago Food Truck Festival: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at 1600 S. Wabash Ave, Chicago. More than 50 gourmet food trucks assemble with music and other entertainment. Free, but VIP tickets cost $5-$10. chicagofoodtruckfestival.com.

Evanston Chamber Artisan Summerfest: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at 1700 Sherman Ave., Evanston. North Shore art happening, now in its 39th year, features handiwork of more than 100 juried artists plus art made from recycled products. Also food and afternoon wine and craft beer tastings with a tasting pass purchase. $5 gate donation. chicagoevents.com.

Cricket is new this year at Bartlett's Global Arts Festival, running Saturday and Sunday in Bartlett Park. Courtesy of Arts in Bartlett

Global Arts Festival: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at Bartlett Park, 102 N. Eastern, Bartlett. Festival celebrates diversity with multicultural music, art, crafts, dance, food and audience participation events that bring together people of all nationalities. Free. www.artsinbartlett.org.

Hopp on the Vine: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at FoxFire, 17 W. State St., Geneva. Taste local craft beers, multiple wines and appetizers. $40; $45 at the door. www.genevachamber.com.

Monarchs & Milkweed Festival: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles. Celebrate native pollinators and plants at this new festival. They will be giving away milkweed plants. There will be guided hikes in the prairie, crafts, butterfly house kits, music, food trucks and more. Free; nominal fee for crafts. www.kaneforest.com.

Spring Valley Country Fair: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24, at Volkening Heritage Farm, 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg. Travel back in time to an 1880s community farm fair. Stop by the livestock and domestic arts tents to find out who has won blue ribbons and watch demonstrations of the latest hay mowers and other farm equipment. This re-created historic event will include food, games, music and more. Free admission. www.parkfun.com.

Morton Arboretum Craft Beer Festival: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. The fifth annual fest features more than 40 breweries. Food from guest restaurants and Arboretum concessions available. Tickets: $40-$60 for members; $50-$70 for nonmembers; $15 for designated driver. www.mortonarb.org.

Craft Beer and Wine Festival: 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at the Performance Pavilion at Heritage Park, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Sample more than 40 seasonal beers, wines and ciders at this adults-only event. Live music by Mike Zabrin's Funktastic. $35 through Friday; $45 at the door. www.beerwinefestival.com.

Prospect Heights Block Party: 2 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Lions Park, 110 W. Camp McDonald Road, Prospect Heights. Includes food trucks, children's games, inflatables, a regional teen battle of the bands, voice competition finals, free swim and duck race. Three bands will play, with Nashville Electric Company as the headliner at 7 p.m. Beer and wine for purchase. Free admission. www.phparkdist.org.

Lake Villa Craft Beer Festival: 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 23; 2 to 7 p.m. VIP; at Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. Music plus 30 beer vendors with more than 65 types of beer and wine. Food and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. $10-$75. www.lake-villa.org.

Mount Prospect Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot, 13 E. Northwest Hwy., Mount Prospect. Enjoy classic cars and entertainment. Sponsored by the Mount Prospect Lions Club. Free. www.facebook.com/BMBCruiseNights.

Veterans Vet Fest: 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 23, on Huntley Square and the American Legion Hall Post 673, 11712 W. Coral St., Huntley. Entertainment from Industrial Drive, Vertical Jam and Wedding Banned, food and beverages, raffle prizes. Local military organizations will be in attendance. All proceeds go toward veterans in the McHenry area. Free. www.facebook.com/HuntleyLegion.

  Water fights remain a big part of the Fox Lake Volunteer Firefighters Festival, returning this weekend. Daily Herald file photo by John Starks/jstarks@dailyherald.com

Fox Lake Volunteer Firefighters Festival: 4 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Fox Lake Bingo Hall, 114 Washington St., Ingleside. Firefighter water fights Saturday and business water fights Sunday. Music, food and drinks. Free. www.flfdcalendar.com.

Pub in the Park: 4 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, Lake in the Hills. Fourth annual craft beer fest features about 50 craft breweries and home brewers offering samples. Music from Jimmy Nick & Don't Tell Mama. New this year is a food truck festival, with free admission, from 2 to 7:30 p.m. Online tickets: VIP $65; general admission $45; designated driver $15. At the gate, it's an additional $10. Hosted by People for Parks Foundation of Lake in the Hills Inc. www.pubinthepark.org.

Saturday Cruise Nights: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at 7600 Barrington Road at Tower Drive, Hanover Park. Classic cars, music and more. Free. hpil.org.

Solstice Hop & Vine Fest: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Meineke Park, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. Music and food, wine and beer from a variety of restaurants, wineries and breweries. Proceeds benefit recreation scholarships and other projects of the Schaumburg Park Foundation. $30; for ages 21 and older. Free parking at Conant High School with shuttle service. schaumburgparkfoundation.org.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park and Fireworks: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Meadowdale Park, Besinger Drive and Maple Avenue, Carpentersville. 1976 will perform. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Free. www.dtpd.org.

McHenry County Patriot Run 5K: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, June 24, at McHenry County College, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. The 5K and 1-mile run/walk start at 7:30 a.m. This event raises financial support for veterans in McHenry County through nonprofit agencies. $38 for 5K, $15 for 1-mile run. mchenrycountypatriotrun.org.

Arlington Heights Garden Club, Garden Walk & Unique Boutique: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont, Arlington Heights. Free Unique Boutique features handcrafted items for the home and garden. Live music, food and raffle prizes. Arborist and master gardeners answer questions, and the library presents family activities. Walk: $10 in advance; $15 day of. www.ahgardenclub.com.

LGBTQ Pride Parade: Noon Sunday, June 24. Kicks off at Montrose Avenue and Broadway in Uptown and ends near the intersection of Diversey Parkway and Sheridan Road in Lincoln Park, Chicago. Free. cityofchicago.org.

Concert at Graue Mill: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Graue Mill and Museum, 3800 S. York Road, Oak Brook. Enjoy an eclectic blend of roots, rock and Americana with Salt Creek Boys. Free. www.grauemill.org.

Cantigny Park Outdoor Concert Series: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Four C Notes will perform. Free; $10 parking. cantigny.org.

Sounds of Summer Concerts: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at the Performance Pavilion at Heritage Park, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. GooRoos will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Concessions from the grill and beer/wine available for purchase. No outside alcohol permitted. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Arlington Heights Park District Summer Concerts: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 24, and Wednesday, June 27. On Sunday, Scarlet Fever will perform at Centennial Park, 1209 Burr Oak Drive, Arlington Heights. On Wednesday, the Arlington Heights Community Band will perform at North School Park, East Eastman Street and North Evergreen Avenue, Arlington Heights. Free. www.ahpd.org.

Next week

Musical Memory Lane: 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 25, at Lions Memorial Park, Veterans Memorial Band Shell, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. Director Monty Adams and the Mount Prospect Community Band present a concert for all ages with guest soloists and special themes. Free. (847) 640-1000. www.mppd.org.


Northwest Concert Band: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 25, at St. Colette Church, 3900 Meadow Drive, Rolling Meadows. Northwest Concert Band performs. Refreshments are available for purchase. Free. northwestconcertband.org.

Arlington Heights Park District Summer Concerts for Kids: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at North School Park, Eastman Street and Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Scribble Monster will perform. Free. www.ahpd.org.

Algonquin Commons Cruise Nights: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Algonquin Commons, off Randall Road, Algonquin. All makes of classic cars, hot rods and custom cycles; entertainment by Cruisin' Music Radio DJ Rudy the K 101.5 FM. Free. www.hemmings.com.

Broken Oar's Car & Bike Show: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Broken Oar, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington. Bring out your custom and classic cars, trucks and bikes. All makes and models welcome. 5 p.m. registration; 8 p.m. judging. www.brokenoar.com.

Bloomingdale Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Old Town Park, Third and Franklin streets, Bloomingdale. Hi-Fi Superstar will perform. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Preconcert activities include free crafts and games for kids 5-12 starting at 6:30 p.m. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Main Beach, 300 Lake Shore Drive, Crystal Lake. 1976 will perform classic rock. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to Park Place, 406 W. Woodstock St. Free. crystallakeparks.org.

Downers Grove Park District Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, on Grove Street in Downers Grove. Mellencougar, a John Mellencamp tribute, will perform. Food, wine and beer will be available for purchase starting at 6 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages. Free. www.dgparks.org.

Elgin Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at the Wing Park Bandshell, 1000 Wing Park, Elgin. The Illinois Brass Band will perform. Local nonprofits will be selling refreshments and popcorn. Free. cityofelgin.org.

Independence Grove Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, at Millennia Plaza at Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 W. Buckley Road, near Libertyville. The Giving Tree Band will perform. Concertgoers can sit on the grassy lawn amphitheater. $6 per car parking after 5 p.m. on event nights. To learn if parking is full or if a concert has been canceled, call (847) 968-3497. lcfpd.org/ig/concerts.

Inferno Fest: 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Everts Park, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood. Daring food enthusiasts can try a variety of hot and spicy foods and take part in the spiciest inferno food competition. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Chi-Soul Fest: 5:15 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 27; 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28; 5:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, June 29; and 2 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. The fest pays musical tribute to the city's soulful roots, with 16 performances over four days, culminating in nine performances on three stages Saturday. www.navypier.org.

Cary Cruise Nights: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, on West Main Street and Jandus Road, off Route 14, Cary. Various car themes throughout the summer. Free. (847) 639-2800 or carygrovechamber.com.

Itasca Family Concert Series: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Usher Park, Irving Park Road and Walnut Street, Itasca. 1976 performs 1970s rock. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and drinks. It will be canceled in inclement weather. itascaparkdistrict.com.

River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at the Batavia Riverwalk, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Rockstar Rodeo will perform. Presented by the Batavia Park District and the Batavia Rotary Club. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Lake Villa Music in the Parks: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Parkman Pavillion, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Pirates over 40 will perform. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and coolers. Free; food and beverages available for purchase. www.lake-villa.org.

Glen Ellyn Movies in the Park: 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Spalding Park, 22W325 2nd St., Glen Ellyn. Outdoor showing of "Leap!" Free. gepark.org.

History Alive!: 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at First Division Museum at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Dress in the uniform and equipment of a soldier from the Vietnam War. Interact with artifacts, crafts and games from the time period. Free with $5 paid parking. www.fdmuseum.org.

Mundelein Community Days: 4 to 11 p.m. Thursday, June 28; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, June 29; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 30; and 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 1, at Kracklauer Park, Route 45, Mundelein. Carnival, fireworks, parade, food, music, games, contests, demonstrations, displays and kids' activities. Free admission. www.mundelein.org.

Cruisin' Nights & Street Fair: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Classic cars, live music, food vendors and more along three blocks. Free. westmontevents.com/streetfair.

Addison Rock 'N Wheels: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Village Green, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Bike and Car Cruise Night, kids' rides and food from Addison restaurants. Cruise Night closes at 7:30 p.m. or when the street is full. Historical museum open house and craft show from 6 to 8 p.m. Free. www.ithappensinaddison.com.

Barrington Cruise Night: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at 208 S. Cook St., Barrington. Classic cars, food trucks and more. The Barrington Bank & Trust Family Zone features kids' games, face painting, live performances and more. www.barrington-il.gov.

Lake Forest Concerts in the Square: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Market Square, 256 Market Square, Lake Forest. Steve Kessler's "Saturday June Band" will perform. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy family-friendly music and food. Free. cityoflakeforest.com/events.

Sounds of Summer Towne Square Spotlight Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. The Harper College Jazz Band will perform. Pack a picnic and bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. Weather hotline: (847) 705-5123, ext. 431. www.palatineparks.org/rccms/soundsofsummer.

Elmhurst Music at the Gazebo: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, in the gazebo at Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. Bring a lawn chair or blankets. No alcohol. Free. springroad.com.

Hoffman Estates Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Village Green Amphitheater, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. RockStar Rodeo will perform. Free. www.hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Live & Uncorked: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Heart to Heartbreaker will perform. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket, picnic basket and drinks. $5. Purchase tickets online at www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

<h3 class="leadin">Rockin' in the Park 2018: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. One of These Nights will perform. Food and beverage tents on the park's lawn and a musical fireworks display after the show. Free. www.ParkwayBankPark.com

St. Charles Park District Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Lincoln Park, Main and Fifth streets, St. Charles. Johnny Russler & Beach Bum Band will perform. In the event of rain, the concert will be canceled. Free. www.stcparks.org.

Wauconda Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. Prairie Station will perform country music. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be canceled. Free. waucondaparks.org.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Riverfront Park, 201 N. Harrison St., Algonquin. Music from Soul 2 the Bone and food from Best Truckin' BBQ. Crave Bar-Pod will be selling ice cream. Free. (847) 658-2700 or www.algonquin.org/recreation.

It's Thursday Concert Series: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Jake Gill from Nashville will perform. The "Does Antioch Got Talent?" competition will showcase unique performers from across Lake County in a talent show variety format at 7 p.m. www.antioch.il.gov.

Thursday Concerts in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Lions Memorial Park, Veterans Memorial Band Shell, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. Billy Elton will perform. Free. mppd.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. Patriotic Premier will perform. Free. www.wheatonmunicipalband.org.

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