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More than 100 artists expected at St. Charles Fine Art Show May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Organizers of this year's St. Charles Fine Art Show say it is going to be the largest show to date, with 110 artists expected. The 15th annual show will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 26 on Riverside Avenue in downtown St. Charles.
Four-day Glen Ellyn fest features sampling of food, music May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Taste of Glen Ellyn, which opens Thursday, May 16, will tempt those who attend with food from 16 vendors. But the village's first major outdoor festival of the year also is known for its music, which features performers of varying ages playing a variety of music.
Celebrate spring at the Des Plaines fun fair May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The sixth annual Spring Fun Fair will take place 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Mountain View Adventure Center, 510 E. Algonquin Road and across the street in the Juno Lighting parking lot, in Des Plaines.
One-day hot-air balloon festival planned in GrayslakeMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Grayslake expects to be full of hot air Aug. 24. That's when the village plans to hold its inaugural hot-air balloon festival at Central Park. Officials say they expect the first-time event to be small but successful. “We've been laying the groundwork since January,” Grayslake Trustee Bruce Bassett said Monday. “The balloonists who do this are hobbyists who have jobs and other lives.”
2013 Summer Festival GuideMay 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Summer's rolling in, and with it come festivals celebrating everything from jazz to corn. Keep tabs on upcoming fairs, festivals and parades in your area so you don't miss a bit of the action.
Swedish Days’ festival deadlines draw near May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
There are some upcoming May deadlines for events at the 64th annual Swedish Days, Geneva's Midsommar Festival slated for June 18-23.
Schaumburg’s Prairie Arts Festival May 25-26 May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Schaumburg's 26th annual Prairie Arts Festival will run rain or shine from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center at Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive. The exhibition and sale will feature nearly 130 fine artists displaying ceramics, fiber arts, glass, graphics, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, pottery and sculpture.
Check out Prairie Crossing farm open house, plant sale May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Prairie Crossing subdivision's farm will host an open house and organic plant sale Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors may purchase organic plants, meet the farmers, visit the chickens and baby goats, and support the farmers growing local food in Grayslake.
Lombard's Lilac Time offers a variety of blooms, activities May 1, 2013 12:00 AM
One of the strengths of Lombard's lilac collection is its variety. Some bushes bloom early, reminding visitors Lilac Time is on its way. Other plants hit the nail on the head, bursting with fragrance and purple blooming beauty from May 4 to 19 — this year's dates for the annual festival held in Lilacia Park, 150 S. Park Ave. The festival offers activities as varied as the types of lilacs, including art fairs, library events, culinary activities and a 5K.
Get ready for Geneva’s first All-American Soap Box Derby RaceMay 1, 2013 12:00 AM
The Geneva Kiwanis Club will hold the first Geneva All-American Soap Box Derby Race during the city's Swedish Days Festival. The race is a qualifying event for the national event. The Soap Box Derby is a youth racing program which has run nationally since 1934. World Championship finals are held each July at Derby Downs in Akron, Ohio.
Chocolate fest opens May 3 in Long Grove May 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Prepare to dive into three days of chocolate, as the annual Chocolate Fest runs May 3-5 in historic Long Grove near routes 53 and 83.
Batavia to have fireworks, but money still needed for the show Apr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
There will be a Fourth of July fireworks show in Batavia this year, but the length will depend on how much money the fireworks committee raises this weekend.
Naperville’s Ribfest tickets now on sale Apr 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Tickets are now on sale for Naperville's annual Ribfest celebration, which runs from July 3 through 7 in Knoch Park near downtown. Organizers from the Naperville Exchange Club said tickets are $12 if purchased online or $15 at the gate. Children 11 and younger are admitted free with a paying adult.
Lineup announced for Chicago Gospel Festival Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Joe Ligon and The Mighty Clouds of Joy will headline this year’s Chicago Gospel Music Festival. The festival runs from June 20 to 23 with performances and events in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center.
Kaneland arts festival celebrates creativity Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
When the Kaneland Community Fine Arts Festival opens its doors on Sunday, April 21, at Kaneland High School in Maple Park, visitors will be invited to look, touch, hear, see, smell, taste, and participate fully in an amazing choice of arts experiences. Admission is free, and the event runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Northwest Fourth Fest might charge cover for one night of musicApr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Attendees at this year's Northwest Fourth Fest might have to pay for a ticket if they want to see two bands perform live on July 5 in Hoffman Estates. Guests could be charged $10 to enter the fenced-off Village Green across the street from the Sears Centre arena, where rock band 7th Heaven and a yet-to-be-determined musical act will be playing.
Taste of Chicago to add food trucks for concerts Apr 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago's food fest features evening concerts at the Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park. Food trucks will serve concertgoers this year, accepting the same food and beverage tickets as the event's restaurant booths.
RiverEdge to host Aurora Puerto Rican fest despite initial cost concerns Apr 10, 2013 12:00 AM
RiverEdge Park will be the site for the 42nd Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Festival this July, despite initial concerns about the high cost of using the new venue. Organizers began looking for other locations when they were told it would cost $26,500 to rent the park for two days, but they credit the city, the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board and the Aurora Civic Center Authority with helping them make ends meet.
Des Plaines Summer Fling will return this year Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Des Plaines will have a Summer Fling after all. City aldermen flirted with the idea of axing the festival because they are unhappy with the way it has been managed for the past two years by Chicago-based Special Events Management, the largest producer of street fests and festivals in Chicago and the suburbs.
No more cash sales in Ribfest beer tents Mar 21, 2013 12:00 AM
There are plenty of behind the scenes changes taking shape for this year's Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest, but organizers say the one that will be most apparent to guests is how they get their beer. Responding to last year's request by Mayor and Liquor Commissioner George Pradel, Ribfest Chairman Marty Walker said a new system has been implemented to substitute tickets for cash for all liquor sales at the four-day fest that runs July 3-7 in Knoch Park near downtown Naperville.