Rolling Meadows Cornfest celebrating its 60th year

The Community Church of Rolling Meadows is holding its 60th annual Cornfest from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, in conjunction with a craft fair that opens at 10 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. Admission to the grounds is free.

The menu features all-you-can-eat sweet corn, grown locally and picked just hours before it is boiled and smothered in butter. Also included in the ticket price is a hamburger, brat, or hot dog, relishes, grilled onions, watermelon and beverage. Meal tickets may be purchased at the door: $13; seniors $10; children 4 to 10 years $6; 3 and under free. Seating will be "under the tent" for rain or shine enjoyment. Freshly picked sweet corn will also be bagged for sale by the dozen or half-dozen.

The craft fair will feature handmade arts and crafts by area artisans, as well as other vendors. Raffle ticket items include Cubs and White Sox tickets, an overnight stay at a Wisconsin resort and a 50/50 cash drawing.

There is an expanded kids area with a bounce house, bungee jump and rescued exotic wildlife animals. There will be a face painter and balloon artist, and Brainfreeze Ice Cream. Police and fire vehicles will be on display. Live music will be provided throughout the day.

The church is at the northeast corner of Kirchoff Road and Meadow Drive in the heart of Rolling Meadows. For information, call (847) 255- 5510 or visit communitychurchrm.com.