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July Events
55th Porsche Parade Along the Lincoln Highway
July 3 - 9, 2010
Pheasant Run Resort
St. Charles, IL
Plan now to have your community offer them a warm welcome as they travel the Lincoln Highway in Illinois!
The annual Porsche Parade is a weeklong gathering of people and Porsches from all over the world. It is held in a different location each year, this year St. Charles is the "big" Porsche Club event of the year: their annual national convention.
Movie on the Green
July 7, 2010 8:30 p.m.
Breidert Green
Oak and Kansas Street
Frankfort, IL
The Frankfort Park District will feature classic and current movie favorites outdoors for the entire family.
For more information visit www.villageoffrankfort.com or call 815-469-2177 x243.
Windmill City Fest
July 9 - 11, 2010 12:00 p.m.
Batavia Riverwalk
Houston Street at Island Avenue
Batavia, IL
Invite the whole family to a flurry of spirited activities, outdoor games, and main stage entertainment. Friday offers a kid's run, water games and golf challenge. Saturday features a pet parade, 5k run, flea market and arts and craft show.
More information is available at the Batavia Park District Web site or call 630-879-5235.
DeKalb County Garden Walk
July 10, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
DeKalb, IL & Sycamore, IL
The annual Garden Walk is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of the University of Illinois Extension as a fundraiser for the Extension's projects. Eight gardens are participating; all in the DeKalb-Sycamore area. There is also a Point of Interest, a public site which is a Master Gardener project. Tickets are for sale now at the University of Illinois Extension office.
For more information visit www.extension.uiuc.edu/
Plant Sale
July 10, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
DeKalb County Center for Agriculture
1350 West Prairie Drive
Sycamore, IL
This plant sale will be huge as usual. The plants are grown by the Master Gardeners of the University of Illinois Extension and donated by local nurseries. Once again there will be a Garden Boutique, and a Master Gardener Help Desk to help you with your gardening problems. Come early for the best selection; come late for the best bargains. Admission is free.
For more information call 815-758-8194.
6th Annual Garden Walk - A Little Garden Art
July 10, 2010 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Union Street Gallery & Studio Complex
1527 Otto Boulevard
Chicago Heights, IL
Stroll the grounds of 10 of the most beautiful and unique gardens in Chicago Heights, Flossmor, Frankfort, and Olympia Fields. Hosted by volunteers, gardeners, and Union Street Gallery's own working artists, each garden will delight and inspire you. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of Walk.
Call 708-754-2601 for more information or visit www.unionstreetgallery.org.
Peter Pan
July 15, 2010 11:00 a.m.
The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University
One University Parkway
University Park, IL
Neverland beckons as Peter Pan and Wendy encounter fairies, mermaids and a ticking crocodile while trying to defeat the nefarious Captain Hook! This musical by Alyn Cardarelli and Steve Goers, the team behind Emerald City favorites How I Became a Pirate and Cinderella, will capture the imagination of little pirates and fairies everywhere!
Call 708-235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net for more information.
Treasures From the Attic
July 15 - 17, 2010
Sycamore, IL
Sycamore is gearing up for its second annual Treasures from the Attic, city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales. Last years event was a huge success with over 160 houses participating and multiple businesses with sidewalk sales. The year the event includes a book drive, outdoor movie and a craft fair. Come and see what treasures you can find!
For more information call 815-895-3456 or visit www.discoversycamore.com/contact
DeKalb County Liners Baseball
July 2, July 4, July 9, July 10, July 11, July 12, July 15, July 16, July 17, July 19, July 20, July 22, July 23, July 24, July 25, July 26.
Founders Field - All Games are Evenings and Nights
Sycamore Park at Airport Road, DeKalb, IL
First home summer collegiate baseball games. The Liners baseball team roster will include local and national collegiate players. General Admission entry is $6. No matter what your age, a Liners game has something for you. Watch some of the best college baseball players from across the U.S.A.
815-508-3610 or www.linersbaseball.com for full schedule information.
5th Annual "Let's Dance" Weekend
July 16 - 18, 2010
NIU Duke Ellington Ballroom
DeKalb, IL
This event is for all levels of social ballroom dance enthusiasts. Couples and singles invited. The venue is a 13,000 sq. ft. smooth non waxed floor and outstanding acoustics. There are three dances, three levels of lessons, workshops, and family time dance. Food is also available. Also, "Build Your Own Dance Party" deals.
For information please visit www.justmakeithappen-dekalb.com
Dedication of Lincoln Marker
July 17, 2010 11:00 a.m.
Corner of S. Ottawa & East 2nd Street
Dixon, IL
The dedication of a bronze narrative marker commemorating the speech given by Abraham Lincoln for the then-presidential candidate John Freemont will take place on the Lee County Courthouse Lawn. The event will include a re-enactment of Lincoln's speech by nationally known Lincoln impersonator, George Buss.
Please visit www.discoverdixon.com for more information.
Oregon Trail Days Festival
July 16 - 18, 2010 6:00 p.m.- 12:00 a.m.
Downtown Oregon, IL
A celebration of the Native American and Western Heritage of Oregon, Illinois. Friday evening Beer Garden with country music entertainment, including a Johnny Cash impersonator. On Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to dusk at Lowden State Park there will be a Native American encampment, cowboy medicine show, horse parade, vendors, food, lectors and kids activities. On Sunday there will be a 8K run, canoe rally and breakfast.
Visit www.oregontraildays.org for more information.
Shakespeare in the Park
July 17, 2010 6:30 p.m.
Island Park (Rt. 25 & Rt. 38)
Geneva, IL
The City of Geneva Cultural Arts Commission hosts a Ravinia0style family-friendly theater event. As You Like It, directed by Toni Hix, will be performed by the Midsummer Theatre Troupe.
For more information, call 630-938-4530 or visit www.genevarts.org
12th Annual Caribbean Beach Block
July 18, 2010 Noon to 7:00 p.m.
Along Oak Park Avenue from 171st Street to Hickory Street
Tinley Park, IL
Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of the Caribbean Beach Block Party. Come and enjoy live music on two stages, family fun for all and a mini-Taste of Tinley Park.
For information call 708-444-5678 or visit www.tinleypark.org
Sugar Grove Corn Boil
July 23 - 25, 2010
Volunteer Park
85 Main Street
Sugar Grove, IL
Entertainment, arts, crafts, bingo and fabulous fireworks! Free admission.
For more information call 630-466-5166 or visit www.sugargrovecornboil.org
Geneva Fine Arts Fair
July 24 - 25, 2010
S. Third Street (south of Route 38), Geneva, IL
Over 140 fine artisans from around the country are showcased at the Geneva Arts Fair in a wide-array of mediums. Victorian homes-turned-businesses in the downtown historic district serve as a picturesque backdrop for the fine arts show. Admission is free and includes a children's art area with special activities.
Rochelle Regatta Power Boat Races
July 24 - 25, 2010 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Lake Sule
Rochelle, IL
Power Boat Races on Lake Sule. Fun and excitement for the whole family. 11 am - 5 pm both days. Hovercraft rides, great food, autographs, drivers pits open to the public. Admission charged.
For more information visit www.rochelletourism.com
DC3/C-47 "The Last Time" Fly-In
July 24 - 26, 2010 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Rock Falls/Whiteside County Airport
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the DC3/C-47, the Whiteside County Airport is hosting "The Last Time" FLy-In. The DC3/C-47 airplane played a major role in popularizing civilian air travel in the 1930's and was converted to military use during World War II. There are only 104 planes known to exist and many of the participants are WWII veterans. "The Last Time" is intended to bring as many planes and flight crews together as possible.
The general public will be given access to the planes for photographs and discussion with flight crews. There will be booths operated by local organizations with refreshments and food. Parking is available, but groups are encouraged to carpool.
Super Sunday
July 25, 2010 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Breidert Green
Oak and Kansas Streets
Frankfort, IL
A Full-Day of Fun in Historic Downtown that kicks off with the Frankfort Country Market; followed by a special car-club event; and continues into the evening with a special opening act leading into Concerts on the Green.
Call 815-469-2177 x243 or visit www.villageoffrankfort.com
Ogle County Fair
July 28 - August 1, 2010
Ogle County Fairgrounds, Limekiln Road, just west of Oregon
Visit www.oglecountyfair.org for more information.
Taste of Dixon
July 30, 2010 5pm - 11pm
River Street
Dixon, IL
The Taste of Dixon is coming to the Riverfront! Dixon Main Street and the Dixon Riverfront Commission is sponsoring the first "Taste of Dixon" on the Riverfront. Food vendors, music by Hitz City, family-friendly activities, a beer garden sponsored by Tipsy's and much, much more.
Lincoln Highway Parade
Friday, July 30, 2010
Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL
Now is the time to become a part of the first ever Lincoln Highway Parade! All Lincoln Highway communities in and along the corridor are invited to represent your town, city or village with an entry in the parade! The theme is Through The Years, a twilight parade in downtown DeKalb following a route on the Lincoln Highway. The parade is a feature in a weekend celebration of Kishwaukee Fest, as classic style Drum Corp shows and the Drum Corps Festival of Champions return to DeKalb through FunME Events.
As a sponsor of this event the Lincoln Highway Coalition is happy to offer our community partners one unit entered free in the parade! So gather your elected officials, veteran and military units, boy scouts (it's their 100 year anniversary!), bands, dancers, special groups, local pageant winners, build a float and anything else that says "we are proud to be part of the Lincoln Highway" to enter in the parade!
For more information, please e-mail Sue at sue@drivelincolnhighway.com
or call 815-547-3854 and be a part of this exciting Lincoln Highway Parade!
Please click here for a parade application or
Click here for a Kishwaukee Fest Flyer
Parade of Champions Drum Corps Competition
July 31, 2010
NIU Huskie Football Stadium
DeKalb, IL
Live music performed by Drum and Bugle Corp Champions at Huskie Stadium. General admission tickets are $10.00 and reserved seats are $20.00.
"What We Wore: A Tour of Fashion History" Style Show
July 31, 2010 Noon - 3:00 p.m.
555 S. 7th Street, US Hwy 251 S
Rochelle, IL
The Flagg Township Historical Society is hosting a fun new event. The event is a fashion show with models from the community showing off popular clothing fashions from the late 1800's to present day. Come join us for this exciting event and luncheon. This is a fundraiser to support the Flagg Township Historical Society so join in on the fun and help preserve history. Tickets are available at the Flagg Township Museum for $25 (luncheon and show).
For more information call 815-562-3040 or visit www.flaggtownshipmuseum.org
Summer Harvest & Fiber Fair
July 31 - August 1, 2010 10:00 a.m.
Chaplin Creek Village
1715 Whitney Road
Franklin Grove, IL
1800's life is demonstrated by blacksmiths, spinners, basket makers, quilters and carvers displaying their skills. Live Blue Grass and Folk music featuring local musicians. The Chaplin Creek Muzzle Loaders will set up camp and have demonstrations during the festivals and spear throwing demonstrations by the Illinois Atlatl Association.
A first this year is the Fiber Fair! Vendors will be offering a wide selection of supplies and finished objects. Attend workshops for drop spindle, needle felting, hand-painted skeins and roving along with demonstrations of spinning, weaving and more. Please bring cameras and your chairs.
Visit www.chaplincreek.com for more information.
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