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Patriotic-themed drone show to light up Wilmette’s fifth annual Block Party

Submitted by Wilmette Park District
Aug 05, 2026 1:20 pm - Wilmette Park District will host the village's first synchronized drone light show on Aug. 29 during the annual Block Party, using funds from the canceled July 4th fireworks. The patriotic-themed show celebrates America's 250th anniversary in 2026
Suburban residents compete on national ‘American Ninja Warrior’ TV stage

By Alexandra Murphy
Jul 29, 2026 11:19 am - When season 18 of “American Ninja Warrior” premiered on June 8, six suburban Chicago people were among the 240 or so athletes from across the country vying to compete on one of television’s most difficult obstacle courses.
Swim into summer at these 10 suburban beaches

By Briana Iordan
Jul 09, 2026 3:29 pm - Soak up the sun at one of these 10 suburban beaches featuring activities such as swimming, paddleboarding, sand volleyball, water features, slides, picnicking and more.
Melodeers Chorus to host preview show before international competition

Submitted by Susan Swan
Sep 09, 2024 9:12 am - The Melodeers Chorus, a renowned name in the world of a cappella music, is set to showcase its extraordinary talent at the Sweet Adelines International contest in Kansas City, Missouri.
10 suburban beaches to check out this summer

By Lucy Neumann
Jul 12, 2024 12:45 pm - A trip to a suburban beach is one of the best ways to enjoy the warm summer months. Here are 10 suburban options waiting to be explored.
Dining out: New restaurants, make your own Bloody Mary bar and more

By Rick West
May 15, 2024 10:58 am - We’ve got a bunch of new spots for you to try out in the coming weeks, including outposts from acclaimed chefs Rick Bayless and Paul Virant.
Things to do April 26-May 2: Tulip fests, Long Grove Craft Beer Fest, Natasha Leggero, Arbor Day events and more

By Luke Zurawski
Apr 23, 2024 3:02 pm - Mark your calendars for the Long Grove Craft Beer Festival, performances by Natasha Leggero and Victor Manuelle, Arbor Day events in Arlington Heights and Lisle and more happening this week.
Things to do April 5-11: The Righteous Brothers, Celtic Woman, Grand Funk Railroad and more

By Luke Zurawski
Apr 02, 2024 6:36 pm - Mark your calendars for performances by The Righteous Brothers, Celtic Woman and Grand Funk Railroad; the Festival of Arts and Crafts in Waukegan; the Greek Heritage Parade in Chicago; and more happening this week.
Sci-fi authors to talk AI at Jan. 11 webinar with Illinois Libraries Present

Submitted by Illinois Libraries Present
Jan 07, 2024 3:52 pm - More than 200 Illinois libraries are hosting an online program, “Speculating About Our AI Future with Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu and Martha Wells,” on Thursday, Jan. 11. Thr...
Columnist insists through humor and ‘real life,’ that ‘Everything Is Going to Be OK’

By Dave Oberhelman
Jan 06, 2024 2:04 pm - Journalist set to appear at Jan. 18 book event at The Book Stall in Winnetka

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