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Juneteenth Freedom Market

The Salt Shed 1357 N Elston Avenue, Chicago, United States

Juneteenth Freedom Market returns June 19th for a fourth year running, with a brand new venue partner, @saltshedchicago! πŸ₯³ What else is new? We’re hosting on the holiday itself β€”the same day where over 150 years ago, the last enslaved Black people received word they’d be free. The contributions of Black Americans remain enormous, everlasting...

Event Series Batavia Farmers Market

Batavia Farmers Market

Downtown Batavia

The Batavia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from May 18 through October 26, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets. The Market features produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Our vendors must grow, harvest and/or produce at least 75% of market products. NEW THIS...

Free
Event Series Safety City Open Road

Safety City Open Road

Toohey Park Building 1900 Orchard Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

Safety City is open to the public and supervised by qualified staff. No drop-off permitted. Children with tricycles and helmets ca ride safely free of charge with a parent or guardian present. Tricycles are available to rent for $5. Two-wheeled bikes, rollerblades and skateboards are not welcome. All participants must bring their own helmet. Only...

Free
Event Series Unplug at the Park

Unplug at the Park

Various Locations IL, United States

It’s time to free yourself and your family from all electronic devices! This summer, unplug with the Wheeling Park District at your neighborhood parks. These community events are all about engaging with family and neighbors in beautiful outdoor settings.

Free
Event Series Stay and Play

Stay and Play

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

This drop-in playtime features a special, immersive theme to explore and pretend play. The Youth Department program room will transform into a unique, child-size world that's the perfect space to make new friends!

Free

Juneteenth Celebration Storytelling with Oba William King

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

Celebrate Juneteenth with this all-ages storytelling performance by Oba William King on the history of Juneteenth and highlighting the stories of the African American military regiment that accompanied General Gordon Granger to deliver the good news of Special Order #3. This storytelling performance is sponsored by the IPPL Foundation & Friends.

Free
Event Series STC Live

STC Live

Downtown St. Charles IL, United States

​Join us this summer for FREE live music at various St. Charles establishments and on the newly renovated 1st Street Plaza every Wednesday and Friday evening, from June 5th to August 30th. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Free

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