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Festivals: Taste of Wheaton, Do Division, Roselle's Rose Fest & many more

This weekend

Lincolnshire Food Truck Fridays: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 31, at the Lincolnshire Corporate Center, 300 Knightsbridge Pkwy., Lincolnshire. Features a variety of food trucks and entertainment. Free admission. lincolnshireil.gov.

34th Chicago Gospel Music Festival: Noon to 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 31, and 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St., Chicago, and the Chicago Cultural Center on Randolph Square. Performances by traditional choirs and contemporary urban gospel music groups. Check the website for the exact times and locations. Free admission. www.chicago.gov.

The Chicago Gospel Music Festival returns to Millennium Park on Friday and Saturday, May 31 and June 1. Courtesy of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events

Taste of Wheaton: 3 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 31; 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 1; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., and other locations. Music from Libido Funk Circus at 8 p.m. Friday, Hi Infidelity at 8 p.m. Saturday and Red Woody Band at 5 p.m. Sunday, and more. Features carnival rides, food, entertainment, family-friendly games and crafts, a beer garden, a business expo, the Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K and a half-mile Zippity Zoo Run and Art in the Park. Free admission. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/taste/.

Do Division Street Fest: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 31, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2, on Division Street between Damen and Leavitt, Chicago. Two music stages, local vendors, food vendors, Goose Island beer and a Family Fun Fest area with family activities and a stage (which exclusively benefits local elementary schools). Optional $10 donation. www.do-divisionstreetfest.com/fest/.

STC Live!: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 31, and Wednesday, June 5, at various locations in downtown St. Charles. Ryan Caldwell performs Friday at 1st Street Plaza and Paul and Jay perform Wednesday at 1st Street Plaza. Free. downtownstcharles.org.

Downtown Downers Grove Summer Nights Classic Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 31, at Main and Curtiss, Downers Grove. Features cars that are at least 25 years old, focusing on Chevrolets (no Corvettes) this week, and music from The Stingers (classic rock, R&B, '60s, '70s) from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Free. www.downtowndg.org.

Gilberts Community Days: 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 31; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 1; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Towne Centre Park, Route 72 and Center Drive, Gilberts. Carnival rides, entertainment, food, kids' activities and more. Music from Semple at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Wedding Banned at 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Heartache Tonight at 6 p.m. Sunday, and more. Fantasy Amusement rides from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Kids Zone from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. www.gilbertscommunitydays.com.

Roselle Lions Club's Rose Festival: 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, May 31; noon to midnight Saturday, June 1; and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Roselle Metra Station parking lot, Irving Park Road and Maple Avenue, Roselle. Family entertainment, bingo and daily carnival ride specials. Music in the Miller Beer Garden (rain or shine) from Anthem at 7 p.m. Friday, Howard and the White Boys at 8 p.m. Saturday and The Last Generation at 5 p.m. Sunday. The 60th annual Rose Parade is at 2 p.m. Sunday. Free. roselle.il.us.

Vintage Rides Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 31, on Front Street between Hale Street and Cross in Wheaton. The 22nd annual series features classic cars, motorcycles and trucks of every make, model and year. There also will be a DJ spinning tunes. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Race to Market 5K: 8 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at State and North River streets, Batavia. Batavia MainStreet's 5K race, held in conjunction with WellBatavia and the opening day of the Batavia Farmer's Market, features the certified Fox River Prairie Path course starting at the farmers market and ending in downtown Batavia at WellBatavia. Cost through Friday, May 31, is $30 for the 5K, $25 for ages 17 and younger, or $25 for a family of four or more; $35 on race day. downtownbatavia.com/race-to-market-5k/.

Exercise classes are part of WellBatavia on Saturday, June 1. Courtesy of WellBatavia

WellBatavia: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1, on North River Street, Batavia. Health and wellness fair showcasing resources. Free. wellbatavia.com.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1, in municipal parking lot 3 at Main and Liberty, Wheaton. Family-friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts and freshly prepared delicacies from local vendors. Free admission. www.wheatonchamber.com/events.

Elgin Ikes Fish for Fun: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve, 11N260 Rohrssen Road, Elgin. Izaak Walton League of America fishing derby for ages 15 and younger. Awards will be given. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Depending on the weather, time and location are subject to change. Call (847) 888-1989 for updates. Free. cityofelgin.org.

Northern Illinois Art Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at DeKalb County Courthouse, 133 W. State St., Sycamore. Kishwaukee Valley Art League's 48th annual show on the courthouse lawn. Free. kval-nfp.org/art-show/.

Northern Illinois Sheep and Fiber Festival: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock. Formerly known as Spring Fiber Fling, the event features sheep and goat shows, dog-herding demonstrations, workshops, crafters and vendors. $3; free for kids 7 or younger. mchenrycountyfair.com.

Bow Wow Dog Expo: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 1, at Happy Tails Dog Park, 835 Commerce Court, Buffalo Grove. Variety of vendors, a pet adoption program, veterinarians and more. Dogs can mingle. Free. (847) 850-2146 or bgparks.org

Fine Line Arts Festival-Prairie Style: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37W570 Bolcum Road, St. Charles. Artist demonstrations, music and more. Create your own art and make-and-take session using monoprint processes. Free. (630) 584-9443. fineline.org.

View cars from the past Saturday, June 1, at the Glen Ellyn Vintage AutoFest. Courtesy of the Glen Ellyn Historical Society

Glen Ellyn Vintage AutoFest: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, between Stacy's Tavern Museum and the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn. Glen Ellyn Historical Society welcomes vintage automobiles and their owners for the sixth annual show. Talks on automobile history, mini-tours of Stacy's Tavern Museum, bake sale, sidewalk sale at Stacy's Corners Store and activities for kids. Lunch by Heavenly Hot Dogs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. gehs.org.

Annual Gold Coast Art Fair: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2, at Butler Field/Grant Park, East Monroe Street and South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. More than 300 artists from across the country showcase their work. Music, food and beer tents and artist demonstrations. $10; free for kids 13 and younger. amdurproductions.com.

Graue Mill Fine Arts Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2, at Graue Mill, 3800 York Road, Oak Brook. Festival features paintings, ceramics, handwoven textiles, mosaics, pastels, stained glass, jewelry and photography. Free admission. grauemill.org.

Life on the Farm House Tour: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Kline Creek Farm, 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago. Explore an 1890s farm during a tour of the farmhouse museum. Tours begin on the hour. Free. dupageforest.org/kline-creek-farm.

Ray Bradbury's 20th Annual Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival will be held Saturday in Bowen Park in Waukegan. Courtesy of Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival

Ray Bradbury's Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan. Event features artists, entertainment on three outdoor stages and family activities in honor of one of Waukegan's favorite sons, author Ray Bradbury. Free. (847) 360-4740 or email haines@waukeganparks.org.

Flea Market: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques inside and outside. A country breakfast will be served on Sundays. $5 for adults and free for kids 12 and younger. www.kanecountyfair.com/Events.

Grayslake's 7th Annual Craft Beer Festival: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 1, on Whitney Street, Grayslake. Features more than 60 craft beers and food from local restaurants. Proceeds benefit the scholarship funds of the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce and the Exchange Club of Grayslake. VIP tickets are $65 (limited quantities available); regular admission is $35 prior to the event; $45 on the day of the event. grayslakechamber.com.

Hyde Park Brew Fest: Noon to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2, at Harper Court, 5235 S. Harper Court, Chicago. Free admission. For beer-sampling tickets, visit eventbrite.com.

Seventh Annual North Shore Pride Fest: Noon Saturday, June 1, at Everts Park, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood, and various downtown Highwood venues. Pride Family Picnic from noon to 2 p.m. Bring picnics, blankets and chairs. Family Friendly Drag Show and Taste the Rainbow (adult only) Pub Crawl from 5 p.m. until bar closing at 210 Live. Registration fee is $20. celebratehighwood.org.

Antioch Summer Wine Walk: 12:15 to 4:15 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at William E. Brook Entertainment Center Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. For those 21 and older. $45, includes a commemorative wineglass, menu, food, a bottle of wine and a wine bag. antioch.il.gov.

Spring Zing: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, in Lincoln Central Park, corner of Lincoln Avenue and Dickens, Chicago. Spring Zing is a festive event for families with professional entertainment, food from local restaurants, prizes and more. $5 suggested donation. www.lincolncentral.org.

Chicago Ale Fest: 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Butler Field in Grant Park, Chicago. The 2019 Chicago Ale Fest - Summer Edition will feature more than 200 craft beers, music, games and food trucks. $69 for entry at 2 p.m.; $59 for entry at 3 p.m. chicagoalefest.com.

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot in the east commuter parking lot at Northwest Highway and Emerson Street, Mount Prospect. View classic cars; themed nights each week. Sponsored by the Mount Prospect Lions Club. Free. facebook.com/BMBCruiseNights.

Saturday Cruise Nights: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Hanover Park Metra West Commuter Lot. See classic, muscle and newer model cars. With live music. Free. hpil.org.

"Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" will be screened for free Saturday, June 1, as part of Aurora's Movies in the Park. Courtesy of Sony Pictures Animation

Aurora Movies in the Park: 8 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Phillips Park Sledding Hill next to the Phillips Park Aquatic Center, 1150 Howell Place, Aurora. Pre-movie family fun begins at 7 p.m. with costume contests, sing-a-longs and dance parties. The featured movie will be the animated Oscar winner "Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse." Free. aurora-il.org.

Chicagoland Tour de Cure: 6:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway St., Aurora. American Diabetes Association benefit for people of all cycling abilities, featuring well-marked cycling routes with safety marshals and safety vehicles and fully stocked rest stops. Includes lunch and a celebration party. $25 before Sunday, $35 the day of. riveredgeaurora.com.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot, Northwest Highway and Emerson Street. Features fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more. Free. mplions.org.

Run for Roses 5K: 8 a.m. Sunday, June 2, at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr, Roselle. The 25th annual flat, fast 5K run or walk is chip-timed. Youth race at 9:15 a.m. Food, pony rides and petting zoo. Individuals $31; family rate for four to six people is $110; kids run (for ages 3 to 12) is $16. run4roses5k.com.

Geneva French Market: 9 a.m. Sunday, June 2, in downtown Geneva. Bensidoun USA will again operate the French Market. Vendors at this open-air market will sell items such as vegetables, fruits, flowers, oils, cheeses, tea, baked goods, pasta, homemade soaps, apparel and art. www.geneva.il.us/calendar.aspx?EID=2064.

Great Midwest Train Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Model train show featuring operating model train displays, Lego layout, and HO layout for children to operate. $7 for adults; free for kids younger than 12. reatmidwesttrainshow.com.

Buffalo Grove's Inaugural Pride Parade: 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 2, on Checker Drive, Buffalo Grove. Parade will be full of color and music as a celebration of love and acceptance for all. With more than 80 entries, four grand marshals and a festival following called Uniquely Us at Mike Rylko Community Park until 4 p.m. Free. pintaprideproject.com.

Kites will be flying high during Naperville's 13th annual Frontier Kite Fly Festival Sunday. Daily Herald File Photo

13th annual Frontier Kite Fly Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. Features family kite-flying area, stunts, kids' activities, music, giveaways, obstacle race between the police and fire departments, skate park demos and open skate. Free. napervilleparks.org/frontierkiteflyfestival.

Elk Grove Park District's Art in the Park: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Village Green, 901 Wellington, Elk Grove Village. Artwork, performers and creative activities. Free. (847) 437-9494 or elkgroveparks.org.

Garfield Farm Museum drop-in tours: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 5, at Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. Tour the historic farmstead, including the barnyard and 1846 brick tavern. $3-$4. garfieldfarm.org.

Vintage Base Ball at Cantigny: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Cantigny Park parade field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Free with paid parking fee. cantigny.org.

World's Largest Backyard BBQ: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Arlington Heights Historical Society & Museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights. The community is invited to come for food, fun, history, games and music. The two historic houses, Museum Center and grounds will be open for touring. Hosted by the Arlington Heights Historical Society and Blue Water Ramblers. $5; free for kids 3 and younger. www.facebook.com/events/444869119600235.

60th annual Roselle Rose Parade: 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2, along the parade route south on Roselle Road starting at Devon Avenue, east on Thorndale, south on Prospect, east on Irving Park, ending at Lawrence. Led by Grand Marshal Don Helmig. Free. roselle.il.us.

Cantigny Park outdoor concert series: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. The Class of '68 performs. Free; parking is $10. cantigny.org.

Mundelein Summer Concert Series: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Kracklauer Park, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Anderlik, Otto & Church will perform. Free. (847) 949-3200.

This week

Broken Oar's Car and Bike Show: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, at Broken Oar, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington. Bring your custom and classic cars, trucks and bikes; all makes and models. Hosted by Steve Salzman of 95.1 WILL Rock. Free gifts for entries; prizes awarded at season finale show. Free. www.brokenoar.com/events.

Downers Grove Park District Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, on Grove Street in Downers Grove. Spoken Four will perform. Food, wine and beer available for purchase starting at 6 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages. Free admission. www.dgparks.org.

Elmhurst Block to Block Party: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5. Marlon & The Shakes perform at the City Centre Fountain Plaza, York and Schiller streets, and The Broken Halos performs at the North York Plaza, 200 block of North York. Free. elmhurstcitycentre.com.

Cary Cruise Nights: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at West Main Street and Jandus Road off Route 14, Cary. All cars are welcome. Free. carygrove chamber.com.

Bloomingdale Family Fun Picnic: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at Sunnyside Park, 291 Glen Ellyn Road, Bloomingdale. Bring dinner or snacks and a blanket or chairs. Trent James performs comedy and magic. In case of inclement weather, the event will move to Westfield Middle School. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 to 8:30 Wednesday, June 5, at Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. Bella Cain performs. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers. Free admission with food and beverages available for purchase. lake-villa.org or lindenhurstparks.org.

Summer Concert Series for the Family: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at North School Park, Evergreen Avenue and Eastman Street, Arlington Heights. The Arlington Heights Community Band performs. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Alcohol and dogs are not allowed. In case of inclement weather, concert will be canceled. Free. ahpd.org.

Sounds of Summer Main Stage Concert Series: 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Palatine Concert Band performs. Pack a picnic and bring chairs or a blanket. Free. palatineparks.org.

D-Day 75th Anniversary: 10 a.m. Thursday, June 6, at Cantigny Park's First Division Museum, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Full day of family-friendly activities includes a memorial ceremony, soldier re-enactments, Voices of D-Day oral history presentation and a sand-sculpture depicting 1st Infantry Division soldiers on Omaha Beach. Free with $5 parking. fdmuseum.org.

Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6, in the gazebo at Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. No alcohol. Free. springroad.com/our-events/.

Rockin' in the Park 2019 Free Summer Concert Series: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. One of These Nights performs. Food and beverage tents on the park's great lawn and a musical fireworks display after every show. Free. www.rosemont.com/thepark/entertainment/rockin-in-the-park-2019.

St. Charles Park District Concerts in the Park: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at Lincoln Park, Main and Fifth streets, St. Charles. Sushi Roll performs. In the event of rain, the concert will be canceled. Free. stcparks.org.

Summers Sounds on the Green: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at Village Green Amphitheater, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. R-Gang performs. Bring a picnic, chairs or blanket. Seating is first come, first served. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. "Showtime" opens the season. Free. wheaton municipalband.org.

Geneva Movies in the Park: Dusk Thursday, June 6, weather permitting, at Moore Park, Geneva. See "Ralph Breaks the Internet," which is rated PG. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Concessions available for purchase. genevaparks.org.

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