Looking for your next night-out activity with friends? Look no further. Elmhurst Park District is bringing back the popular event, "Bags, Brew, and BBQ" on Saturday, July 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. on the back lawn of Wilder Mansion. "When we hosted the ...

As summer pokes its head around the corner, suburban organizers are packing their calendars with outdoor musical events in local parks, cruise nights and other regular concert series. Pack your blankets, lawnchairs and picnic dinners and take a loo...

Memorial Day events include parades and services in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Here's a list to help you plan. Monday, May 29 Geneva Memorial Day ceremonies: 6 a.m. Monday, May 29. Ceremonies to remember those fallen soldiers on...

May 21 Kane County Sportsman's Show: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 21, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Buy, sell and trade fishing tackle, Indian artifacts, firearms and related items and jewelry. Country break...

The Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst Art Museum's 26th annual Art in Wilder Park will feature a variety of artisans selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, and fiber arts, plus tasty treats, family activities, and ...

Friday, March 17 95 WIIL Rock Shamrock N' Roll Radio Broadcast: 7 a.m. Friday, March 17, at Mickey Finn's Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with 95 WIIL Rock's live show with Tom and special guest Emily, a fre...

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday announced the release of nearly $60 million in grant funding to help local governments develop public parks and open spaces, more than 20% of which will go to “distressed” communities. The money through ...

The Elmhurst Senior Citizens Commission honored exceptional and outstanding senior volunteers at a ceremony held at city hall on Nov. 10. These individuals were recognized for rendering stellar public service to Elmhurst residents. They do behind-t...

Ongoing Santa Claus at Geneva Commons: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Dec. 18 at Geneva Commons, 410 Commons Drive, Geneva. Stop by Santa's station at Geneva Commons for a visit, a photo and treats. shopgenevacommons.com. “The Immersive Nutcr...

Ongoing Fall Flower Show: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Sunday, Nov. 27, at Wilder Park Conservatory, Church Street and Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst. A seasonal display of fall flowers. epd.org/news/fall-flower-show. Festival of Trees at Hawthorn...