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Father’s Day Fishing Derby

Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, IL, United States

ACTIVITIES ARE INCLUDED WITH DAILY ADMISSION TICKET PURHCASE. Dads and kids are invited to bring their lucky fishing pole and join in the fishing action at Blackberry Farm. Prizes will be awarded for most fish, biggest fish and smallest fish caught in Lake Gregory. Parent participation is encouraged. Father's Day Fishing Derby is included in...

Included in general admission

Juneteenth Community BBQ

DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago, IL, United States

Are you ready for summer? We canโ€™t wait to see you at the Juneteenth Community BBQ on June 19. There will be a full day of festivities for the whole family!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

Free
Event Series What is Juneteenth

What is Juneteenth

Various Locations IL, United States

Juneteenth is considered the country's longest-running African-American holiday, but it took 156 years for the importance of the June 19, 1865, to be officially recognized. Not until June of 2021 was Juneteenth declared a Federal Holiday by signing the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. Join us for stories, crafts, and more as we...

Free

Sweet Treat Storytime โ€“ Juneteenth

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Come to this fun, family storytime where we will learn about Juneteenth and celebrate with songs, sweet treats, and a craft! All Ages.

Free

Swedish Days Vintage Car Show

Downtown Geneva IL, United States

Car Show - S. Third St. (b/t South & Franklin) Vintage cars for all to enjoy. Interested in bringing your car? Line-up begins at 4 pm on Franklin (east of Third) in front of Cookie Dough Bliss.

Free
Event Series Summer STEM Lab

Summer STEM Lab

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, IL, United States

Join Ms. Libby as we have fun exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! Best for ages 7 and up.

Free
Event Series Lyons Fest

Lyons Fest

Veterans Park (Lyons) 4200 Lawndale Avenue, Lyons, IL, United States

Mark your calendars for Lyons Fest 2023! The festival will take place from Friday, June 30 - Tuesday, July 4 at Veterans Park in Lyons. There will be carnival rides and games, live music, food, drinks, art/craft vendors, and more. The fest will be open each day from 4 PM - 11 PM and entry...

Picnicking for the Glorious Fourth

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

Party like the Victorians by bringing your own picnic to enjoy among the natural beauty of Kline Creek Farm at this celebration of our oldest national holiday. Explore our historical picnicking display, and help make a special dairy treat using ice from our ice house. Learn about period music, play historical games, and watch model...

Free

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