Editor's Choice Events for Illinois
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|  | Hawthorn Woods, Fireworks (7/3): Relax and watch as we light up the sky honoring our country and celebrating our freedom.
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|  | Roselle, Independence Day Celebration (7/3): The tradition of fireworks is returning to Roselle again this summer on Sunday, July 3 at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
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|  | Cary, Summer Celebration (7/1): Join the Cary Park District on Friday, July 1 at Lions Park in Cary to celebrate Independence Day with the multi-genre sounds of “The Hat Guys” playing hits spanning six decades. |
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Today's Catch: $15 for our Swarovski Crystal Disco Ball Round Pendant Necklace - Including Shipping! ($34 Value)
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The Fine Print
You can purchase any number for yourself or as gifts!
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Highlights
- Swarovski Crystal Elements Pendant
- S & H - Included
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For questions or to order by phone please call (508) 628-9600 x280
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These people have the 4th of July Spirit!
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|  |  | Addison, USBC Womens Championships (4/24 - 7/2): In 2022, the USBC Women's Championships will head to the Chicago area and visit the 84-lane Stardust Bowl in Addison. |
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|  | Alto Pass, Unite At The Cross Music Festival (7/16 - 7/17): Southern Illinois' Premier Christian Music Festival featuring: We Are Messengers, Katy Nichole, Jason Crabb and more...
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| Arlington Heights, Jared Rabin (7/15): Jared Rabin's first all acoustic record, "Cold Rain and Snow" came out to critical acclaim in July 2021, and reached #4 on the Folk Alliance radio charts. |
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| | Barrington, An Artists Journey: Honoring Mort Luby (7/17): A nationally acclaimed artist brings his life’s work to Barrington’s White House aiming to inspire and educate. Mort Luby paints watercolors and oils in his Dundee studio and in his part-time home on |
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| | Belleville, Where There is Fire, Theres SMOKE (7/15): Where There is Fire, There's SMOKE! Come out and join us for Texas Hold 'Em to support Smoke's family in their time of need!
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| | Belleville, Yoga-Weizen @Hofbrauhaus (7/16): Enjoy an outdoor yoga class, open to all levels, even beginner followed by a beer of your choice at The Hofbrauhaus.
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| Berwyn, Aaron Kamm and the One Drops (7/15): Hailing from St. Louis, MO, Aaron Kamm and the One Drops merge flavors of Roots Reggae, Mississippi River Blues, Improv-laced Jams, and Soulful Vocals. |
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| Berwyn, Caitlin Krisko & the Broadcast (7/16): Known for her powerhouse vocal performances, Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast is a psychedelic soul rock band hailing from Asheville, North Carolina. |
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| |  | Berwyn, DeeOhGee (7/3): DeeOhGee is the new chapter in the story of a band of brothers who’ve now been through it! Emerging on a fresh platform to share their unique blend of great American music. |
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|  | Berwyn, Hayes Carll (7/9): Hailing from Houston, Texas, US, Hayes Carll (born January 9th, 1976) is an American singer-songwriter whose country folk bears similarities to the likes of Townes Van Zandt, Ray Wylie Hubbard and Guy |
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| |  | Berwyn, Jackie Venson (7/1): FitzGerald’s has been a place for gathering since it was built in the early 1900’s. |
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| Berwyn, Mallett Brothers Band (7/15): The Mallett Brothers Band is an independent rock and roll / Americana / country band from Maine. |
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|  | Berwyn, The Cactus Blossoms (7/8): FitzGerald’s has been a place for gathering since it was built in the early 1900’s. |
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| |  | Bloomington, Kids Night Out (4/23 - 7/23): Iron Coyote is redefining Parent's Night Out! Drop your kids off at Iron Coyote Challenge Park for a night of challenges, obstacles, climbing, and games! |
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|  | Bloomington, King Lear (7/9 - 8/14): Strained relations between a father and his daughters are at the core of Shakespeare’s explosive tragedy, King Lear. |
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| |  | Bloomington, Much Ado About Nothing (7/2 - 8/5): They bicker and they banter, they mock and charm, they are Beatrice and Benedick, Shakespeare’s beguiling comedic characters of Much Ado About Nothing. |
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| |  | Bloomington, Sunday Night Trivia at Nightshop! (4/10 - 12/25): Grab your friends and join us for THE BEST weekly trivia around! Each week we have 7 rounds of Trivia designed to challenge you and ensure it's your best night of the week. |
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| |  | Bloomington, Teen Youth Group (12/12 - 10/23): Contact Rich Kato at richkato3@gmail.com for more information or to join our group chat. |
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| |  | Bradley, A Chorus Line at Peddinghaus, Under the Stars (7/8 - 7/10): “This show is dedicated to anyone who has ever danced in a chorus or marched in step … anywhere." All shows start at 8:30pm in this wonderful production under the stars. |
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| |  | Carbondale, The Adult Prom (21+) (7/8): The Adult Prom at Indigo Event Space and Lounge. 21and up ID required upon entry.Dress code strictly enforced (formal attire). No Refunds.
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| | Carlyle, Clinton County Fair (7/16 - 7/23): Come and enjoy family filled fun at Clinton County Fair in Carlyle, Illinois. |
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| |  | Cary, Summer Celebration (7/1): Join the Cary Park District on Friday, July 1 at Lions Park in Cary to celebrate Independence Day with the multi-genre sounds of “The Hat Guys” playing hits spanning six decades. |
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| |  | Champaign, Streetfest July 2022 (7/9): Join us for live local music in the streets of Downtown Champaign! |
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| | Chicago, A Fashion Show presented by Triple F Podcast (7/16): Welcome to the first ever show produced by J.P. Lamp, host of the Triple F Podcast – Fashion, Fitness and of course Food. This show is all about Chicago’s promising go-getters in the fashion industry. |
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| |  | Chicago, Altameda (7/1): Like much of Altameda’s stunning new album, Born Losers, the line is at once simple and profound, a visceral snapshot of a moment in time that speaks to something far deeper about the human condition. |
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| |  | Chicago, Ambar Lucid (7/1): Ambar strummed the pain away on her guitar and recorded the song in a voice memo. In that moment, she officially became a singer-songwriter in her own right. |
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| | Chicago, Art Battle Chicago (7/15): Grab your best pals and join us for an amazing experience of live art!
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| |  | Chicago, At The Pocket: All Arts Open Mic (4/17 - 12/18): All arts open mic every Sunday in the brand new performance space at Surge Billiards Logan Square (3716 W Fullerton Ave). |
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|  |  | Chicago, B.A.D. Waves Remix (7/1): B.A.D. Waves Remix presents the Nation's brightest artistic multiverse, starting with an art gallery & cocktails from the city's most poppin culture blessors. |
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| |  | Chicago, Ben DeHan (7/3): His debut EP, New Nostalgia, is a set of songs that could easily be played with an acoustic guitar, but have been reconstructed and given a digital pulse. |
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|  | Chicago, Beyond the Frame (7/8 - 10/30): From storytelling to journalism, expressions of selfhood to shedding light on social issues, photographs have infinite capacities to engage, communicate, and convey. |
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| Chicago, Bobby Watson (7/15): Bobby Watson’s path to Nashville has been winding and unconventional. He’s lived a half dozen lives in as many places and the one thread that connected everything was music. |
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| |  | Chicago, Brainstory (7/1): To be familiar with Brainstory is to know their Rialto, CA, roots, the positivity that laces each of their songs, and then the maverick-musicianship-meets-real-friendship that expertly holds it all to |
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| | Chicago, BWiFF 2022 • The Ugly Truth (7/17): FEATURE SYNOPSIS: Mona, her husband Theo, and daughter Hanna live in an idyllic villa on the outskirts of Berlin. |
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|  | Chicago, Cheap Monarchy (7/9): A bright, alt-rock sound influenced by The Strokes, COIN, and Saint Motel coupled with energetic live performances make Cheap Monarchy a band to watch.
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|  | Chicago, Chris Morrissey (7/9): Chris Morrissey is a songwriter, a bassist, a singer, a music director, a leo, an uncle, a lover of most cats and some dogs, a New Yorker, a Minnesotan, a yoga practicer, a wino, a restaurant frequent |
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| |  | Chicago, Club 90s Presents: Army Rave (7/1): Save the date for Club 90s Presents: Army Rave which will happen on July 1 at House of Blues Chicago. |
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| |  | Chicago, Crooner Has It - Live (5/7 - 11/5): Formerly known as Starling, Crooner Has It is an old-school variety show featuring talented darbs from around the city in an intimate setting with vintage vibes. |
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|  | Chicago, Daniel Villarreal-Carrillo (7/8): Daniel Villarreal-Carrillo is a well known drummer, musician and DJ in the Chicago music scene. |
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| |  | Chicago, Dave Herrero (7/3): It was in Austin that Dave honed in on his guitar playing, singing and songwriting skills, that he then took with him to Chicago. |
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| |  | Chicago, Dear Marsha (7/2): With over 1300 performances under their belt and a new full length album releasing 2022, Dear Marsha is a well-oiled rock & roll machine. While studio recordings are forever, Dear Marsha, is a magical |
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| |  | Chicago, Doublecamp (7/1): Schubas Tavern has earned its reputation as one of the best small music venues in the country over 30 years. |
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| Chicago, Fareed Haque (7/15): Fareed Haque is a modern guitar virtuoso. Steeped in classical and jazz traditions, his unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearle |
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| |  | Chicago, Fences (7/1 - 8/6): This is the sensational drama about Troy Maxson, a former star of the Negro Baseball League, who now works as a garbage man in Pittsburgh. |
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| |  | Chicago, FreakiTona Reggaeton Party @ Stereo Nightclub (7/1): We will be Bringing the Hottest DJs From All Over the World Along With Some of the Dopest Models & Hosts To Rock with At the All New Latin Hot Spot #FridayNightOnly |
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| |  | Chicago, Fridays in July at Davenport’s Piano Bar (7/8 - 7/29): Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago’s premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, features special guests for Fridays in The Piano Bar, July 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 1383 North Milwau |
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| |  | Chicago, Fused Glass Party. (7/1): Fused Glass Party. BYOB. Make our own glass ornament, glass jewelry or a set of coasters. Just bring your family and friends and have fun!
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| |  | Chicago, Game Night (7/3): Get ready for Game Night. Come chill before you get ready for the workweek.
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| |  | Chicago, Helen Money (7/3): Cellist and composer Alison Chesley has been busy since the 2016 release of Become Zero (Thrill Jockey). |
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| |  | Chicago, Igshaan Adams: Desire Lines (4/2 - 8/1): At the heart of Igshaan Adams’s expansive weaving practice lies a question that can be applied to the relationship we have with others as well as with ourselves: |
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|  | Chicago, Imanu (NL) (7/8): Established late 2019, the Imanu project follows an already impressive chapter in drum & bass. |
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| | Chicago, IPMS C/O 2002 20yr Reunion (7/16): It would be awesome to reconnect with everyone! This event is family friendly and kids are welcomed! Any questions join our fb group chat.
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| |  | Chicago, Jason Owens (7/1): Kentucky raised Jason Owens delivers a show and a sound like no other. Owens offers a wide range of musical taste in his shows ranging from Country to EDM Pop. |
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| Chicago, Kombilesa Mí (7/15): Coming from San Basilio de Palenque, Kombilesa Mí, an Afro-Colombian group that performs an electrifying fusion of traditional music and urban rap, with lyrics in both palenke lenguage and Spanish. |
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| |  | Chicago, Ladies Night Live Chicago (4/16 - 7/30): LADIES NIGHT LIVE presents, THE ULTIMATE LADIES NIGHT OUT! Ladies, celebrate your Bachelorette Party, Birthday Party, or girls night out with the best Live “Magic Mike” theme shows! |
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| Chicago, Light The Torch (7/15): Since emerging in 2018, Light The Torch have grown stronger in lockstep together as a band and as friends. |
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| |  | Chicago, Lookingglass Alice (4/30 - 7/31): Lookingglass Alice returns for a fantastical trip down the rabbit hole, through the looking glass, and deep into your heart. |
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| |  | Chicago, Marbs (7/1): Born in Southern California, Marbs was an artistic child who found influence in the sounds of Pink Floyd and Tool, as well as Hip Hop, Reggae, and Rock, displaying his love for all genres at an early |
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| |  | Chicago, Marine Radio Operation (7/9): A VHF radio is your best tool in an emergency situation. Learn what it takes to sound like a pro on the radio and effectively communicate with the Coast Guard, Marine Police, bridges, locks, and other |
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| |  | Chicago, Maxwell Street Market (4/3 - 12/18): The Maxwell Street Market is a Chicago tradition with an eclectic mix of handmade crafts, resale housewares and clothing, live music, family fun and some of the best street food in Chicago. |
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| Chicago, Midwestern Dirt (7/16): Golden Dagger is Chicago’s most artist-friendly music venue. Formerly known as Tonic Room, Golden Dagger is now operating as a fully functioning coffee bar. |
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| |  | Chicago, Mikey Lion (7/1): I started out as a hip-hop head, bumping Wu-Tang records in my bedroom at age 13. |
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| |  | Chicago, Mindi Abair (7/1): During her remarkable 21-year recording career, saxophonist/vocalist Mindi Abair has garnered 2 GRAMMY nominations, recorded with some of the biggest names in music, and built a substantial following |
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| |  | Chicago, Mindi Abair (7/1): Save the date for Mindi Abair which will happen on July 1 at City Winery Chicago. |
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|  | Chicago, Mondo Cozmo (7/9): In this case, blood actually spilled (beyond a lot of tears and sweat) in order for Mondo Cozmo to craft his second full-length and first release for Last Gang Records, New Medicine. |
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| |  | Chicago, Monthly FREE Farmers Market (4/16 - 8/20): As part of our involvement in the Healthy Chicago Equity Zone program, SWC will be bringing a monthly FREE Farmer's Market to Garfield Ridge |
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|  | Chicago, Movie in the Park (7/8): Come on out to Hopkins Park on the 2nd Friday of each month this summer for an outdoor movie experience! |
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|  | Chicago, Mr. Carmack (7/9): Every element of the past, as Aaron Carmack would explain, has had an effect on who he is today as both a writer/producer and DJ. |
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|  | Chicago, Muscadine Bloodline (7/9): The guys’ Southern roots carry over to their band name as well: Muscadine grapes grow in the South while Bloodline represents their heritage.
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| |  | Chicago, Nick Cave: Forothermore (5/14 - 10/2): The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents the first career-spanning retrospective of the internationally renowned Chicagoan Nick Cave (American, b. 1959). |
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| Chicago, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (7/16): Widely influential country-rock band, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band moved from their jug band roots to become one of the longest lasting country-rock acts, finding great success with the hit single "Mr B |
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| | Chicago, On Tap and On Your Mat: Beer + Yoga (7/16): Yoga and Beer! Unroll your mat in the Urban Brew Labs Tap room for an hour long all levels flow class and then enjoy a cold brew!
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| | Chicago, On Tour Brewing Tour (7/10): Get up close and personal with our tanks, kegs, and barrel room by signing up for a Sunday afternoon brewery tour. |
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| |  | Chicago, Overflow After Dark (7/9): Overflow After Dark was birthed out of the vision to provide local artists and entrepreneurs with a professional platform to showcase their work. |
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| |  | Chicago, Paint the Night Away (7/1): Imaginative, relaxing painting class led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice unique painting techniques in a fun, social setting.
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| |  | Chicago, Panic Priest (7/2): Death. Sex. Doomed Romance. These three simple phrases define the sound and thematic presence of Panic Priest. |
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| | Chicago, Pitchfork (7/15 - 7/17): Pitchfork Music Festival will take place July 15-17, 2022 at Chicago’s Union Park.
Gates will open each day at 12pm.
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| |  | Chicago, Poemtime (7/9): Weekly storytime that introduces poetry through fun, interactive readings, songs, and art projects!
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|  | Chicago, Poison, (7/8): Poison who started as a street level independent band has remained one of the music industry’s top acts, with multi-platinum album sales and sold out tours since first bursting onto the music scene. |
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| | Chicago, Queens Connect Boss Brunch (7/17): If you are new to the beauty industry or aspire to be, this event will give you, inspiration, encouragement, business tips & so much more!
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| |  | Chicago, R&B Saturday’s (7/2): Come Vibe out with us on R&B Saturday’s! We have a Live Dj taking us down memory lane playing some of the hottest and Sexiest r&b jams
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| | Chicago, Remote (7/16): Don't miss BoHo's return to in-person producing!
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| |  | Chicago, Saturday Night Country Dancing (10/23 - 7/2): Kick off the weekend with two-stepping and line dancing every Saturday night from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Charlie's! |
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| |  | Chicago, Saturdays in July at Davenport’s Piano Bar (7/9 - 7/30): Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago’s premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, features special guests for Saturdays in the Piano Bar, July 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 1383 North Milw |
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| |  | Chicago, Seniors and Friends (1/21 - 8/19): Seniors Group is a social meeting where various topics and issues relating to being mature in age are discussed. |
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|  | Chicago, SoMo (7/8): SoMo (born 11 September 1987) – aka Joseph Anthony Somers-Morales – is an R&B singer from Denison, Texas, US that launched into the mainstream when he started to perform original music and covers of p |
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| Chicago, Sonny Landreth (7/15): A percussive burst of acoustic resonator guitar pushes the narrator on a journey “between the life I left and the edge of next” in the title cut of guitarist, songwriter and bandleader Sonny Landreth’ |
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| | Chicago, State/Free Performance (7/17): The State/Free project synthesizes a year-long series of class conversations between Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project (PNAP) instructors and students. |
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|  | Chicago, The Airborne Toxic Event (7/9): The Airborne Toxic Event (formed in 2006) is an American indie and alternative rock band hailing from Los Feliz, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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| | Chicago, The Business of Church (7/16): Pastor Gigi Lindley & Actavia Barnes will be joined by top attorneys, real estate brokers, accounting firms, vendors and experts in the industry!
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| Chicago, The Little Mermen (7/17): The Little Mermen, a Disney cover band, was founded by singer-songwriter Alexis Babini with the goal of bringing Disney-fueled nostalgia and singalongs to a generation that grew up on Disney, and neve |
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| |  | Chicago, The Playboy of the Western World (7/1 - 8/14): Controversial when first produced (Sinn Fein types felt it depicted the Irish as glamorizing violence so they, um, rioted at the premiere), it stands today as one of the world's classic comedies. |
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| | Chicago, Tinta Jazz (7/16): Reading of poems by Afro-Puerto Rican writer Mayra Santos-Febres in dialogue with the Alejandro Salazar Quartet
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| |  | Chicago, TOKiMONSTA at Sound-Bar (7/1): Mark your calendar for TOKiMONSTA at Sound-Bar which will happen on July 1, 2022. |
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|  | Chicago, Valentino Khan (7/9): Valentino Khan makes everything. The Los Angeles-based DJ and producer is an artist whose music truly knows no bounds. |
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| |  | Chicago, Where We Belong (6/24 - 7/24): In 2015, Mohegan theatre-maker Madeline Sayet travels to England to pursue a PhD in Shakespeare. Madeline finds a country that refuses to acknowledge its ongoing role in colonialism. |
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|  | Chicago, Zac Brown Band (7/9): Zac Brown is the founder, front man, and lead vocalist for the multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning, southern rock group Zac Brown Band. |
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| |  | Cottage Hills, Buti Yoga at Shinobi Fitness (7/2): Buti Yoga incorporates classic poses and asanas, including vinyasa-style yoga, adding tribal-like dance movements and loud music.
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| | Dixon, RRBC Senior Camp 2022 (7/10): Senior camp is for high school students who have completed their freshman year and includes the 2021 May graduates. Cost: $165 Camp Capacity
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| |  | East Moline, Billy Currington (7/9): Blessed with easy touch and a fondness for chill vibes, Billy Currington has carved out a distinctive place in contemporary country music.
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|  | Edwardsville, Goldilocks and the Three Singing Bears (7/9): The music of Mozart and Offenbach meet the magic of children's theatre for this operatic adaptation of the classic fable, Goldilocks and the Singing Three Bears. |
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| | Effingham, Effingham Artisan Fair (7/15 - 7/16): Join us for the 15th annual Effingham Artisan Fair in our beautiful downtown area. You'll enjoy artisans, live music, demonstrations, beer & wine tasting and more. |
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| |  | Elgin, Side Street Writers Workshop (4/24 - 12/11): The Side Street Writers' Workshop is a twice a month gathering where people have the opportunity to write, and share their work with other writers. |
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| |  | Elgin, St. Sophia of Elgin Greekfest (7/8 - 7/10): St. Sophia's Greekfest is the largest festival (and the best party in town) in the Fox Valley area for over 3 decades! |
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| Evanston, Ana Popovic (7/17): Ana Popovic celebrating 20 years as a touring musician. |
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| |  | Evanston, Free Weekly Community Guided Meditation (4/15 - 12/30): Our Evanston, Illinois Wellness and Meditation Center offers a free group guided meditation for peace, mindfulness and relaxation every Friday at 6:30pm – 7:30pm. |
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| |  | Evanston, July Art & Wine Night (7/2): Three floors of artwork for sale ¦Come out to see great art by 40+ local artists, have a drink and meet the artists! |
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| |  | Evanston, Mountain Heart (7/1): The band's name has been synonymous with cutting-edge excellence in acoustic music circles since it's creation. |
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| Forest Park, charlie otto + his gear (7/15): “charlie otto + his gear” is his first solo project, running on the cutting edge of both music and video performance. |
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| | Forest Park, Garden Walk 2022 (7/16): Join us for our Garden Walk! Explore beautiful Forest Park gardens.
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| |  | Forest Park, Lit Fridays (7/1): The hottest party on Fridays fun safe environment drink specials offered weekly
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| | Frankfort, Taco Bout A Garden Party (7/15): Taco bout a garden party! A mid-July gathering for taco and cocktail lovers at Outback Garden Growers. This event - truly one of a kind!
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| | Galena, Galena Brew Fest (7/16): Savor local and regionally crafted brews, wine, and spirits atop the beautiful mountain at Chestnut Mountain Resort. |
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| |  | Genoa, Baconfest 2022 (7/9): We have several vendors lined up that will be serving bacon and bacon inspired goodies all day long!
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|  | Hartford, Hummingbird Festival (7/9): Experts will discuss hummingbirds, the banding process, and how to encourage these gorgeous birds to visit your yard. |
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| |  | Hawthorn Woods, Fireworks (7/3): Relax and watch as we light up the sky honoring our country and celebrating our freedom.
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| |  | Hoopeston, Karaoke Night with DJ Blaze (7/1): Save the date for Karaoke Night with DJ Blaze which will happen on July 1 at 112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe. |
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| Kampsville, Archeology Day (7/16): You’re invited to spend a day exploring the fascinating 12,000-year history of west central Illinois through fun, hands-on activities, informational exhibits, and presentations. |
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| |  | Kankakee, Kankakee Farmers Market (5/7 - 10/9): The Kankakee Farmers’ Market is the only market in the area which takes place on Saturdays, making it one of the most popular weekend destinations for miles and miles around. |
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| |  | La Salle, Robbie Fulks (7/8): Robbie Fulks has released 13 albums over a career spanning more than 30 years. |
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| |  | Lake Forest, Ragdale Public Tour (7/9): Ragdale, the nationally acclaimed artists’ retreat offers monthly, docent-led tours for individuals and groups.
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| |  | Lexington, Castle Home & Garden Tour (7/2): With professional ease and enthusiasm, the Wrights take you on a tour that gives a glimpse of Victorian culture and shares the history of their family home, the Castle.
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|  | Lincolnshire, The Wizard of Oz (7/8 - 8/7): Relive the classic tale of four unlikely friends on the adventure of a lifetime! |
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| |  | Litchfield, Litchfield Pickers Market (5/8 - 10/9): Love picking through vintage items, antiques, and collectibles for that perfect find? Then this is the market for you! |
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| |  | Lombard, July Kids Club is Almost Here (7/9): KIDS CLUB: ART
Join us on the second Saturday of July in The Park in Center Court for our next Kids Club event!
Kids will unleash their creativity with three different art projects led |
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| |  | Marion, Pinto 8U International Baseball Classic (7/8 - 7/10): Now in its sixth year, PONY's Pinto International Baseball Classic is the premiere event for 8U baseball teams in the Midwestern United States. The 2022 Classic will be held in Marion, IL. |
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| | Midlothian, World Wiffle Ball Championship (7/16 - 7/17): In the summer of 1980, 8 teams competed for the world’s first Wiffle Ball title in Mishawaka, Indiana. |
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| |  | Monticello, Reds, Whites, & the Blues (7/1): Mark your calendar for Reds, Whites, & the Blues which will happen on July 1 at Allerton Park and Retreat Center. |
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| | Monticello, Train Ride (Steam) 2022 (7/16): Ticket includes round trip train ride of approximately 1 hour duration and seven miles in length.
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| |  | Morris, Lavender and Yoga (7/9): Summer Yoga at Nettle Creek Lavender Farm! Join us for a 45 minute gentle basic practice yoga class among the sights and sounds of nature and the relaxing smell of lavender.
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|  | Mount Vernon, Family Art Fun - Paint Like Monet! (7/9): Everyone is welcome to partake in a little creative fun at the Family Art Fun events at Cedarhurst’s Shrode Art Center. |
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| |  | Murphysboro, Murphysboro IL Cruise Nights (4/2 - 9/3): First Saturday of each month, April thru September from 4:00PM to 8:00PM. Near Smysor Plaza Fountain, Murphysboro. |
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| Oswego, Return With Elixir (7/15 - 7/17): In this original Limelight comedy, a cast of fantasy characters pursue a quest for ancient knowledge, while the players sitting around the table each find themselves at a different point in their own |
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|  | Palatine, Outlet Dance Concert (7/9 - 7/10): Outlet Dance Company is a part-time professional dance company from the suburbs of Chicago. At its core, the company focuses on being a creative and emotional ‘outlet’ for their dancers as well as the |
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| | Palos Hills, Kids Yoga (7/16): Kids Yoga is FREE for ages 6-13
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|  | Pekin, National Motorcycle Day Cruise In! (7/8): Motorcycle riders are known for their appreciation of freedom, sense of adventure, and the willingness to connect with—and give back to—their communities. |
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| |  | Peoria, All Shook Up (6/24 - 7/2): All Shook Up follows a small Midwestern town that is thrown into a frenzy with the arrival of Chad, a good-looking, motorcycle-riding roustabout, with a guitar on his back, blue suede shoes on his fee |
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| | Peoria, Home Invasion and Defense Workshop (7/10): Do you have a plan in place for your Home Defense if something were to happen? Does everyone know the plan? Is your household ready?
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| |  | Peoria, Jessica McGhee: You Can Rest Here (7/1 - 8/13): Jessica proves that trash is full of potential by creating colorful jewelry and sculpture using discarded items found during community clean-ups. |
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| |  | Peoria, Jurassic Quest : ATTENTION PEORIA Dinosaur lovers! Jurassic Quest is coming to Peoria Civic Center, Nov. 12-14th! Jurassic Quest is back indoor and better than ever. |
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| |  | Peoria, When We Were Young and Unafraid : In the early 1970s, before Roe v. Wade, before the Violence Against Women Act, Agnes has turned her quiet bed and breakfast into one of the few spots where victims of domestic violence can seek refuge |
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| | Plano, DEAZY & Friends! (7/16): Come See Some Of The Hottest Underground Talent In The Chicagoland Area Rock Out On One Stage!!! SPONSORED BY LEGAL POTHEAD
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| |  | Poplar Grove, Alpaca Breathe and Stretch (7/9): Alpaca Breathe and Stretch is the only BS we need in our lives. Learn how breathing techniques combined with movements real people do everyday can help us relax and release our tight and achey muscles |
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| | Rock Island, Quad City Arts Chalk Fest (7/16 - 7/17): Chalk Art Fest is a free, two-day street art festival featuring live outdoor music, food, drink, children's activities, and more. |
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| |  | Rockford, Chris Lewis Music @8th Ward Pub (5/13 - 12/9): Looking for an entertaining night out, but the idea of a full rock band just...isn't what you're craving? |
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| |  | Rockford, Delicate Forces (6/25 - 11/6): Get lost in the wonder-filled world of Delicate Forces, a botanically-inspired, large-scale art exhibition by Skunk Control, a group of engineers, scientists, and educators from Australia. |
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| |  | Rockford, r Chris Lewis (4/8 - 12/9): Join us for Chris Lewis the 2nd Friday of every month for some of your favorite acoustic tunes!! |
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|  | Rockford, Rockford Fringe Festival (7/9): The Rockford Fringe Festival is an outdoor celebration of theatre and the performing arts. It will be hosted by comedian Rebecca Ann Carver and feature comedy songmaker Robbie Ellis as the opening act |
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| |  | Rockford, Rockford Rhythm Weekly Practice (11/27 - 10/15): Rockford Rhythm is a drumline/colorguard for students in grades 6-12 in the Rockford, IL area. Program of Phantom Regiment with support from RPS205 & RSO. |
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| |  | Rockford, Star Spangled Spectacular (7/3): The annual Star Spangled Spectacular in the beautiful Starlight Theatre is the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day! |
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| | Rockford, Toxic But Funny (7/16): Dyon "Mojo" Brookzz Takes his Toxic ways to the stage! The Toxic But Funny Comedy Tour Goes To Rockford IL & you don't wannt to miss this!
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| |  | Rockford, Vespers (4/16 - 12/31): The sunset prayer service, and start of the liturgical day. Saturday Vespers is the first service of Sunday. |
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| |  | Rockford, Week 2 - RnRI Camp Concert (7/1): Mark your calendar for Week 2 - RnRI Camp Concert which will happen on July 1 at Sinnissippi Music Shell - Rockford Park District. |
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| |  | Rockford, Weiss Schwarz Tournament (4/16 - 12/17): Archrivals' Weekly Weiss Schwarz Tournament! Format: Neo-Standard ruleset, JP decks allowed w/ translations, Swiss Rounds, No Top Cut |
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| |  | Roselle, Independence Day Celebration (7/3): The tradition of fireworks is returning to Roselle again this summer on Sunday, July 3 at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
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| Rosemont, Shawn Mendes (7/15): From the age of just sixteen, Toronto native, Shawn Mendes has harnessed his talents to secure a contract with Island Records, showcasing an individual slant on Pop, Soul and R&B. |
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| |  | Sauget, NBAC Public Tour (7/9): This approximately 1.5-hour walking tour will cover highlights of the collection selected by our docents. |
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| |  | Savoy, 38th Annual Art Fair : The 2021 Art Fair will feature basketry, ceramics, fiber, fiber/batik, glass, jewelry, painting, printmaking, photography, and woodworking.
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| |  | Schaumburg, Schweikher House Tour (7/1): Guests will be led through the House & Studio by an expert docent and learn about the history of the property, the Modernist architect who designed, lived and worked in it, Paul Schweikher and the sec |
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| |  | Scheller, Beer Color 5K ish (7/2): The Color Run/Walk caters to everyone—first time runners to seasoned athletes.
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| |  | Shelbyville, Matthew Curry Band (7/3): We are so excited to welcome back Matthew Curry to Willow Ridge. He is a legendary rock and blues musician.
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| Skokie, Benise: 20th Anniversary Tour (7/15): It’s one hot night as Benise, “The Prince of Spanish Guitar,” and his Emmy Award winning production returns to Chicago as part of his global tour. |
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| |  | Skokie, Meet the REO Brothers (7/2): The REO Brothers has astonished the music world with their phenomenal success shortly after breaking into Manila’s music scene when their hometown of Tacloban was ravaged by Typhoon Yolanda in Novembe |
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|  | Skokie, Summer in the Sixties (7/8): Catch Las Vegas’s hottest new show right here in Illinois… a vintage rock and roll concert featuring the original voices of 16 National Hit Records. |
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| | South Beloit, Peace Pole Class (7/17): Learn how to make this beautiful and personalized Peace Pole.
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| |  | Springfield, 5 Mile Bike Tour (7/1): Ride your own bicycle following a guide on a casual and easy-paced bicycle tour of historic sites in the capital city.
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| |  | Springfield, Dog : When Alice needs a place to crash after dropping out of college, her sister Penny welcomes her with open arms. There's just one catch: Penny's dog, Elmo—who may not be a dog at all. |
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|  | Springfield, Newsies (7/8 - 7/17): Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." |
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|  | Springfield, The Lightning Thief (7/8 - 7/10): This musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s best selling book describes the journey when teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod. |
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| |  | Springfield, Trainer Sunday (4/10 - 10/9): Come out and play some Pokemon with us! We have an adult game and a children's game so all ages welcome! |
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| |  | Sullivan, Grand Ole Country : Head on down to The Little Theatre On The Square and catch GRAND OLE COUNTRY, a boot-scootin’, rip roarin’ good time! |
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| |  | Sullivan, The Marvelous Wonderettes : This smash off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom and ten year reunion where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as thei |
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| | Sycamore, Alzabowlooza (7/16): Come bowl to support the folks in our community caring for & living with Alzheimer's Disease!
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| Tinley Park, Band of Horses, (7/17): There might be no other band that was able to channel the generational anxiety in those early millennial years and turn it into such powerful and inclusive art quite like Band of Horses. |
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| Tinley Park, Ceramic Animal (7/17): Strutting out of the historic town of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Ceramic Animal forge an original and exciting new sound from glam, post-punk, psych rock, ’70s pop, and so much more. |
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| |  | Tinley Park, Earth, Wind & Fire (7/2): During the 1970s, a new brand of pop music was born – one that was steeped in African and African-American styles – particularly jazz and R&B but appealed to a broader cross-section of the listening p |
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| Tinley Park, The Black Keys (7/17): The Black Keys are an American blues rock band formed in Ohio in 2001. Band members, and childhood friends, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney self-produced their tracks until making the big time in 2010 |
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| |  | Tinley Park, The Marías (7/3): Formed in Los Angeles in late 2016, The Marías are the psychedelic-soul lovechild of LA native, Josh Conway and Puerto Rican-bred, Atlanta-raised María. |
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| |  | Urbana, Beer Camp (7/2): Beer Camp. Boot camp style workout and beer.
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| | Wauconda, Pedego Palooza * Wauconda (7/16): Group ride through Wauconda and nearby Millennium Trail.. then Great Food, Live Music, Raffles, awards and FUN :)
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| | West Dundee, Brew at the Zoo (7/16): Enjoy a night under the stars and support the Randall Oaks Zoo animals at BREW AT THE ZOO!
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| |  | Wheaton, Fireworks (7/3): Fireworks are currently set to start at dusk (approximately 9 pm).
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|  | Woodstock, Bye Bye Birdie - Young Performers Edition (7/8 - 7/10): Teenagers, rock & roll, and national television – Bye Bye Birdie captures the energy and excitement of the late 1950s with warmth, hilarity and an exuberant score. |
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| |  | Woodstock, Chill Murray: Chicago Comedy Takeover (7/2): Bringing Chicago's best up-and-coming stand-up comedians to Woodstock! Come out, get a drink, and experience next years biggest names!
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| | Woodstock, Houseplant Happy Hour ~ Ortmanns Red Iron Tavern (7/16): Join us for our 2nd edition of Houseplant Happy Hour at Ortmann's Red Iron Tavern! PAINT your own pot and PLANT a Houseplant of your choice in Ortmann's outdoor beer garden! |
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| Woodstock, Wishbone Ash (7/16): Wishbone Ash are offering fans an up close and personal experience to go deep in the shed to work through this vintage material in its entirety. |
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| |  | Yorkville, Mom Prom 2022 (7/8): The Ladies Night of the year you won't want to miss! Join us for our annual Mom Prom on on Friday July 8th! Open to all women 21+
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